Santa Barbara Independent 5/25/23

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Editor-in-Chief Marianne Partridge’s garden is well-known and loved by the Indy staff. For our Home & Garden issue, we asked her to share a bit more about it.

Tell us how long you’ve been gardening for. What made you decide to start? I first began thinking about gardening as a child when I read The Secret Garden. Then later, my college dormitory was a converted Hudson Valley mansion with an abandoned formal garden. Rows of peonies and banks of irises and bluebells had survived, disheveled but beautiful. It seemed to me a miracle of determination. When I moved to my husband’s family ranch in Santa Barbara County decades ago, a neighbor brought me a purple primrose. That was the beginning of my garden. I bought a copy of Sunset’s Western Garden book, talked with neighbors and friends, and learned about native plants at the Botanic Garden. It’s been years of trial and error. I try to help, but really, the plants have a life of their own — they’re a very determined group.

What is your favorite thing you grow in your garden? Is there something you wish you were growing but haven’t before? A peony my friend gave me. I wish I could grow bougainvillea.

What advice do you have for someone looking to start a garden? Just start and don’t give up.

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by RYAN P.

UC, Former UCSB Softball Coaches Settle Discrimination Lawsuits

then effectively terminated from their positions when the university decided not to renew their contracts at the end of the season. They alleged this was in retaliation for their discrimination claims.

Terms of the settlement were not disclosed, and the UCSB Athletics Department declined to comment at this time.

Galicinao served as head coach of the UCSB softball program from 2007-2022. During that time, she was twice named Big West Conference Coach of the Year. However, the Gauchos never reached NCAA Regionals during her tenure, despite the softball program reaching the NCAA Regionals three of the four years prior to her ascending from assistant coach to head coach.

NEWS BRIEFS

ENVIRONMENT

The Community Environmental Council (CEC) has raised $16.97 million to help tackle climate change on the Central Coast, CEC CEO Sigrid Wright announced 5/17. With the help of more than 300 donors, the Earth Day Festival host surpassed the $15 million goal it set back in 2021 for its “Protect Our Climate” campaign. The millions have and will continue to fund green community-oriented programs in S.B., S.L.O., and Ventura counties. Roughly $10.25 million of the total raised has funded CEC’s growth, climate programs, and an “Environmental Hub” in downtown S.B. set to open 7/6.

SCIENCE & TECH

A day after scrubbing its launch just seconds before liftoff, SpaceX successfully launched its Falcon 9 rocket early 5/20 from Vandenberg Space Force Base and deployed a total of 21 satellites: 16 for the British firm OneWeb’s broadband “constellation” and five spares for U.S.-based telecoms company Iridium. Less than nine minutes after the 6:16 a.m. liftoff, the rocket’s first-stage booster returned to Earth and landed on drone ship Just Read the Instructions in the Pacific Ocean. In separate announcements, Iridium and OneWeb confirmed contact with their respective satellites.

by Victor Bryant

The University of California and former UCSB softball head coach Brie

Galicinao and assistant coach Alysia

Hendricks reached a settlement for a pair of discrimination lawsuits on May 19.

According to the lawsuits filed by Galicinao and Hendricks in February 2023, the two coaches compiled information during the 2022 softball season detailing the discrepancy in salaries, in addition to other inequalities, between the UCSB baseball and softball programs. In 2021, for example, UCSB baseball coach Andrew Checketts earned a salary of $263,420 while

EDUCATION

Galicinao’s salary was $106,693. According to Galicinao’s lawsuit, the discrepancies between the baseball and softball programs were not limited to coaching salaries, but extended to the number of coaching positions, support staff, field maintenance, equipment, and apparel between the two programs.

On March 31, 2022, Galicinao formally presented her findings to Interim Athletic Director Kelly Barsky and Sport Supervisor Bryan Cornet. There were reportedly no follow-ups or investigations into the alleged Title IX or equal-pay violations. Galicinao and Hendricks say they were

In Galicinao’s final five seasons from 2018-2022, the UCSB softball program finished below .500 overall in each season. UCSB’s baseball program has been among the best on the West Coast in recent seasons and has emerged as a Big West powerhouse during Checketts’s tenure, including a berth in the College World Series in 2016.

UCSB hired Jo Evans in August 2022 to replace Galicinao. Evans coached at Texas A&M for 27 seasons and reached NCAA regionals 22 times during that span. Galicinao was hired as an assistant coach at Cal Poly for the 2023 season.

The UCSB softball team finished its 2023 season with a 26-22 record 11 more wins than the 2022 season and the most wins since 2017. n

S.B. Unified’s Enrollment Decline Getting Steeper

by Callie Fausey

Families are packing up and hightailing it out of Santa Barbara, which means fewer students to fill the school district’s classrooms. Enrollment in Santa Barbara Unified schools has been on a downward slope that’s predicted to only get steeper, district officials said at Tuesday’s school board meeting.

But the dramatic fall in attendance was not catalyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic, as was the case with statewide enrollment plummeting in the 2021-22 and 2022-23 school years.

Santa Barbara’s drop coincides more with California’s declining population a trend that extends back to before the pandemic ush-

ered more students out of the classroom and families out of the state.

The number of students attending the district’s schools has decreased by a cumulative 11 percent representing 1,468 students since 2017. Kindergarten enrollment, in particular, saw a decrease of 19.7 percent since 2016.

And those kids are not coming back, at least not anytime soon.

Taking into consideration historic enrollment trends and Cottage Hospital birth rates which have dropped by 16.6 percent since 2011 the district predicts a 25 percent decrease in kindergarten enrollment from 2016-17 to 2027-28.

“Even if something were to happen, it

would have to be pretty significant to change the trajectory,” said Steve Venz, the district’s chief operations officer, at Tuesday’s school board meeting.

Venz called kindergarten enrollment a “wave,” because the effect of fewer students entering kindergarten will ripple out across the school district as kids get older. Overall, the district expects to see a 22 percent decrease in attendance from 2017-18 to 2027-28.

District officials speculate that alongside the drop in birth rates, family out-migration patterns in the community and across California due to housing costs or the loss of work, for example have led to fewer and fewer students enrolled in local schools.

PUBLIC SAFETY

S.B. man Florencio Lagara-Perez, 55, man died in a rollover on the Fairview Avenue on-ramp to Highway 101 in Goleta on 5/23. Lagara-Perez was a passenger in a blue 1999 Ford Ranger being driven by a 64-yearold S.B. man, according to CHP. Around 5:15 a.m., the truck spun out and rolled, landing on its roof on the right shoulder. Lagara-Perez was declared dead by the responders on scene, and the driver was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. The crash remains under investigation, though no drugs or alcohol are suspected as a factor.

A man headed for Phoenix was escorted out of the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) by law enforcement 5/23 after allegedly packing a 9mm Beretta 92FS loaded with 14 rounds of ammunition in his carry-on bag. A TSA officer discovered the firearm at 4:50 a.m. during routine X-ray screening and notified SBA police. TSA said it will review the circumstances of the firearm incident and levy a civil penalty against the passenger, which can range from $2,050 to $14,950. This is the first firearm discovered in carry-on luggage at SBA so far this year, according to a TSA spokesperson.

As the weather warms following recent heavy rains, the Mosquito and Vector Management District is closely monitoring the county’s mosquito situation and especially keeping an eye out for the invasive yellow fever and Asian tiger mosquitoes. According to state Public Health, these two mosquito species pose a risk to Californians because of their ability to transmit viruses such as dengue, Chikungunya, Zika, and yellow fever when they bite. So far, only the yellow fever mosquito has been found in Santa Barbara, and as of 5/1, only one case of travelassociated Chikungunya out of all four viruses has been recorded in the region this year.

CRUZ, CALLIE FAUSEY, JACKSON FRIEDMAN, TYLER HAYDEN, NICK WELSH, and JEAN YAMAMURA, with INDEPENDENT STAFF

Pictured from left, former UCSB softball assistant coach Alysia Hendricks and head coach Brie Galicinao

Too Many Appeals at Design Board?

In Santa Barbara’s heated housing climate, the Single Family Design Board has unexpectedly become the battleground for smaller projects, such as adding an additional story or unit to an alreadyexisting single-family home. In the past few months, the City Council has heard four of these appeals against projects already approved through the review process an increase straining an already overworked, understaffed Planning Department. In response, city officials are considering retooling the process for appeals to ensure that smaller issues can be addressed without the back-and-forth of controversial appeals.

City Design Review Supervisor Ellen Kokinda explained these changes to the Ordinance Committee this week, outlining a few options to address the influx of appeals, starting with rerouting the appeals of Single Family Design Board project approvals to the Planning Commission instead of directly to the City Council, where the hearings have been stacking up in the past year.

COURTS & CRIME

The Sheriff’s Office on 5/17 shared new surveillance footage and details in the fatal shooting of a young man outside the Melody Market in Orcutt on 3/25, including the name of the off-duty police officer who shot and killed the suspect. Manuel Reyes Rios, 19, of Santa Maria, was shot by off-duty Santa Maria police officer Antonio Peña, the Sheriff’s Office revealed. The newly released, roughly nine-

“The number of appeals is trending upward,” Kokinda said. In the past three years specifically, she explained, projects that are increasing density or height “are starting to create a little bit more neighborhood friction, and that’s one of the reasons that we think we’ll continue to see more.”

The three members of the Ordinance Committee expressed support for the amendments but sent the issue forward to the full council for deliberation before approving any changes officially. If the council follows the staff’s recommendation, the city will start by approving a change to send appeals of Single Family Design Board decisions to the Planning Commission, after which the city will begin to look at a number of other changes to streamline this process, including “eliminating design review triggers for non-integral projects” and only allowing appeals during one step of the process (currently, appeals can be filed upon Project Design Approval and Final Approval).

—Ryan P. Cruz

minute video captured on the market’s exterior cameras shows the shooting and the moments directly leading up to and following it from two different angles. Read more at independent.com/ more-video

COMMUNITY

Child care throughout Santa Barbara County escalated from a quiet crisis before the pandemic to a very loud one since. To study just how tight the market is countywide and conjure some potential solutions the county has awarded the United Way of Santa Barbara County $1 million to prepare a comprehensive assessment of what’s available, provide support for businesses seeking to provide or expand childcare options, and draft an emergency action plan. That money comes from the $2 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds the county still has.

City Design Review Supervisor Ellen Kokinda at Tuesday’s Ordinance Committee meeting

Culture Warrior Files Federal Lawsuit

Claims School Districts Violated His First Amendment Rights

by Nick Welsh

The most banned book in the United States over the past two years not to mention most complained about and most yanked from library shelves has been the graphic novel Gender Queer: A Memoir, by Maia Kobabe, which details the author’s adolescent odyssey from bisexual girl to nonbinary personhood. But when Thomas Cole, a fixture among Santa Barbara’s conservative cultural warriors, sought to object to the book being stocked on the shelves of a public school library last September, pretty much everything that could go wrong did.

For starters, Cole and his band of conservative co-conspirators got the wrong school they showed up at Monte Vista Elementary in the Hope Elementary School District instead of Santa Barbara High School, where the book was, in fact, stocked on library shelves. Cole was also erroneous in his contention that the book was a textbook; it was not. And finally, police were called by Monte Vista Principal Hans Rheinschild, who objected that Cole and his associates were trespassing on school property, handing out anti-porn pamphlets that showed sexual graphics from the book, and refusing to leave. At that time, the campus was holding a school pride celebration. No arrests were made as Cole and crew reportedly retreated according to school officials to the sidewalk in front of Monte Vista.

Last week, Cole filed an everything-andthe-kitchen-sink federal lawsuit against Rheinschild; Hope School District Superintendent Anne Hubbard, who also had threatened to call the police; Santa Barbara Unified School District Superintendent Hilda Maldonado; the Santa Barbara County Education Office and its Superintendent Susan Salcido; the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors; the California Department of Education; and the California State Board of Education. The suit charged that all these people and institutions had violated his First Amendment rights.

In addition, Cole claimed the abovementioned parties had conspired to defame him, slander him, intentionally inflict emotional distress upon him, and make him fear for his physical safety. According to Cole’s attorney, Jonathan McKee, Cole had never set foot onto the Monte Vista school property but instead had sought to pass out leaflets to parents from the public sidewalk in front of the school. Cole, McKee stated, “is a private citizen who is concerned with the public school’s hyper-sexualization of minor children.” He was hoping “to inform parents

that sexually explicit material is made available to minor children within the confines of school property.” Cole, McKee noted, had used “blocking icons to cover genital and orifice areas depicted on the cartoon drawings of persons engaging in exploratory sexual activities.” Once police were called, McKee added, Cole “immediately retreated from the public sidewalk to his own private automobile in fear of public humiliation and physical harm by a no-questionsasked, face-in-the-dirt wrongful arrest.” In so doing, McKee claimed that Rheinschild and Hubbard “browbeat Plaintiff with authoritative pontifications” and effectively “squelched and stomped out Plaintiff’s right to speak freely without fear of harm.”

For all this, Cole is demanding an unspecified amount of money. Craig Price, who represents the Santa Barbara Unified School District among other public educational entities, responded to Cole’s lawsuit with undisguised weariness. “In my estimation, this is a nonsensical lawsuit that doesn’t appear to have been filed for anything but political purposes,” Price stated.

Cole, who has tussled frequently with the Santa Barbara School Board over issues involving race, sex, and gender, is rep resented by an attorney who in 2014 was declared by Judge Colleen Sterne to be what’s known as “a vexatious litigant.” That was before McKee was admitted to the bar.

Translated, Sterne meant McKee had filed numerous legal motions in the same dispute that had no merit, but were done with the intent to annoy, overwhelm, and otherwise harass the opposing party. McKee appealed Sterne’s ruling which barred McKee from filing any further legal motions without clearing it with her first to the court of appeals in Ventura. There, the panel of judges ruled against McKee and upheld Sterne’s ruling.

Thomas Cole

Pot Cultivators Win Round One of Water War

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Late last summer, attorney Marc Chytilo delivered what he believed to be a serious haymaker aimed at the collective jaws of 22 of the 31 cannabis operators then drawing water from the Santa Ynez River. Chytilo, representing the Santa Barbara Coalition for Responsible Cannabis, filed an administrative action against the State Water Resources Control Board, charging that it had abdicated its legal responsibility to monitor or enforce state laws governing water extraction from the Santa Ynez River for purposes of cannabis cultivation.

Earlier this month, that same state water board issued a finding decreeing that no abdication had, in fact, taken place because Chytilo had overstated his case and that the state water board did not, in fact, have the jurisdiction Chytilo had asserted.

At issue is whether the water relied upon by the cannabis cultivators in question was pumped from what hydrogeologists define as “sub-surface streams”: streams that flow like an impenetrable straw under the floor of the river and are in no way fed by the waters flowing overhead. If the water were pumped from such streams, it would fall within the purview of the state water board.

But according to Karen Kramer, environmental program manager for the state water board, none of the river alluvium Chytilo referenced in his complaint had officially been designated “a subterranean stream.”

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Until such a designation takes place, Kramer added, the monitoring and enforcement of water rights along the river is not a matter for the state board to adjudicate.

According to Kramer, the water board staff and attorneys with its Office of Enforcement investigated Chytilo’s arguments buttressed by an extensive report by a noted hydro-geologist and found that no official designation had ever taken place.

“As a result, we do not find any violation of state water law or policy,” she wrote.

Wade Cowper, a spokesperson and strategist for the Coalition, said the organization “absolutely intends to keep pursuing the matter.” According to Cowper, the state water board’s decision acknowledged that some of the 22 cannabis operators were, in fact, improperly drawing water from the river, just maybe not all 22 that Chytilo initially alleged.

“This is not the end of anything,” Cowper asserted. “We will continue to pursue our legal remedies.”

The Santa Ynez River has been intensely adjudicated over the decades to ensure enough water is released each year from Lake Cachuma to keep the underground aquifers of downstream users replenished and to create a credible habitat opportunity for the federally endangered steelhead trout.

Nick Welsh

Policy to take effect June 1

Plastic Reduction

S.B. UNIFIED CONT’D FROM P. 7

Superintendent Dr. Hilda Maldonado said that, since August 2022, roughly 50 percent of Santa Barbara Unified students who withdrew from the district transferred to other public schools in the state, while about 18 percent moved out of California, 9 percent out of the country, and 11 percent to private schools.

Fewer kids does not mean the district is going broke, however. As a community-funded school district, their funding primarily comes from local property tax revenues which they can use to spend, on average, $12,938 per pupil.

more teachers has steadily improved the district’s student-to-teacher ratio since 2021. However, with fewer students and a shortfall in this year’s state budget projections, they may need to shift around funding and staff to meet their student achievement goals.

Questions? Contact Goleta Sustainability at sustainability@cityofgoleta org or call (805) 961-7549

A reduction in class sizes and hiring

“There typically isn’t initially a large change to how we do business,” when enrollment decreases, “because it just means less kids in a classroom,” Maldonado said. “I think as we start to look at trends over time, that’s when we really need to ask ourselves questions about facilities use, personnel, and services that we offer.” n

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Rare Native Plant Rediscovered

Santa Ynez Groundstar Found on Vandenberg Space Force Base

by Callie Fausey

Arare native California plant species was recently rediscovered after having been missing in action for nearly 30 years. Judging by how small the Santa Ynez groundstar (Ancistrocarphus keilii) is, it’s a small miracle it was ever discovered in the first place.

Anyone who catches a glimpse of the smaller-than-a-penny plant will merely see a little green speck of rosette buds and tendrils poking out of the dirt.

“Most people would probably walk right over them,” said Santa Barbara Botanic Garden systematist and herbarium curator Dr. Matt Guilliams, who played an essential role in finding the plant. “So you have to be there at just the right time, and you have to be looking hard.”

The one and only known population of the plant was located on the Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) by a team of botanists from the Botanic Garden and California Native Plant Society (CPNS). Prior to the groundstar coming out of hiding, it was only known from very old records and one or two occurrences.

In the earliest reports of the species, only two scientists documented it formally, once in 1979 and again in 1995. But both times, it was misidentified, masquerading under a different name.

Few living botanists had ever seen the plant in the wild before it was classified as a new, distinct species in 2004. When it was recognized as a new species, it was done so from the analysis of dried specimens, which the Botanic Garden said is often how new species are discovered.

“Plants such as this are or could be on the brink of extinction, and we can only confidently say they are doing okay once we get eyes on the ground and find them,” said CNPS Rare Plant Program Director Aaron Sims.

“Even though this species has been found, the population is extremely limited, and it’s important that land use changes do not occur.”

To find the miniscule plant, collaborators from CPNS and the Botanic Garden pieced together information from old records and primary sources as if searching for a long-lost artifact. Through their efforts, they were able to obtain a search permit for VSFB, where the little hidden treasure was known to have existed.

VFSB botanist Luanne Lum helped coordinate the search effort. Location information provided by Dr. Dieter Wilken, a retired research associate with the Botanic Garden, made the relocation relatively easy, the team said. Once they were on VFSB, it took about

five minutes to find it.

However, Wilken started looking for the plant back in 1999 and again in 2011. Wilken actually did find it but wasn’t sure at the time that he had, so he wrote down the location, which is what the Botanic Garden and CPNS botanists used to track it down, Guilliams said.

“I’m kind of a biodiversity geek, so anytime I meet a new kind of plant, it’s always really exciting,” Guilliams told the Independent. “But this species in particular, to know that this plant just grows on, as far as we know, just one place on Earth it makes it really, really special to have been on Vandenberg and see this plant with some of my botanist friends.”

The Santa Ynez groundstar is part of the daisy (Asteraceae) family and blooms annually between March and April, according to the CPNS Rare Plant Inventory. Added to the list in 2005, the groundstar is one of the more than 200 rare plant species in Santa Barbara County alone.

Although botanists were thrilled to find it, there’s more to the little groundstar than meets the eye. The team’s job now is to search for new populations so they can study and learn more about its role in nature and how to protect it.

A recent report by NatureServe found that 34 percent of plants in the United States are now at risk of extinction, with plants in California among the most at risk.

“By bringing attention to them, gathering new data, and fostering conservation attention and action, these species have a fighting chance of survival,” Sims said.

New specimens of the groundstar were collected by Guilliams and colleagues and will be deposited at four regional herbaria: Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Hoover Herbarium at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, California Botanic Garden Herbarium, and the herbarium at VSFB. The team is also updating population data as it turns toward conservation and seed banking of the species.

HARD TO FIND: The Santa Ynez groundstar is smaller than a penny.

ASHES TO ASHES: By the time you read this, it will already be obsolete, superseded by more timely information. But in many ways, the basic information or lack thereof remains timeless. Every 50 years or so, Santa Barbara’s downtown business core is forced by external pressures to metamorphose into something different. The old model a downtown anchored by Fortress Paseo Nuevo surrounded by a string of multistory parking lots that cost City Hall hundreds of millions is functionally defunct. Even before COVID, the old regime was DOA, done in by cell phones and personal computers that allowed us all to shop and watch movies without leaving the comfort of home. Then COVID came along and hammered six stakes into downtown’s palpitating heart.

To its great and everlasting credit, City Hall responded by trying something genuinely innovative, new, and previously heretical to even contemplate. Like Moses banging his staff upon the rock, they declared a state of economic emergency and banned cars from a nine-block stretch of State Street. State Street was to become a “pedestrian promenade,” and City Hall decreed unto the multitudes, “Let there be parklets.”

Santa Barbarans being Santa Barbarans, we’ve been bickering about it ever since.

In the ensuing years, the City Council has been enmeshed in argument over the parklets their rents, design, and enforcement.

And the Dog Also Rises

But the emergency legislation that enabled the creation of the promenade and the parklets is set to expire at the end of this year. The $64 billion question is, as of December 31: Now what?

In anticipation of that question so much easier to ask than to answer the council did two things. In the short term, they created a brand-new, high-powered “executron” position that of economic development czar and hired a Santa Monica guy named Jason Harris to show up and magically fix what ails State Street.

By all accounts, Harris was a genuinely nice guy with an even more genuine talent for delivering long speeches without appearing ever to breathe. But he had no staff and no budget, and if talking ever solved problems, we’d have been in the clear a long time ago. In the three years Harris was here, it’s not what he got done, but to what extent anything was possible. Given the city’s current budget woes, Harris recognized his days were as numbered as those of city parking-lot attendants. Last week, he officially vamoosed

The long-term response was the creation of an unwieldy new State Street Advisory Committee with 17 certified big-brain, creative types and movers and shakers to cogitate on ways to change downtown’s very DNA such that people who live in Santa Barbara would actually want to go there. Off and on for eight months, this group has been meeting. This Monday, they met again to hash out

certain economic realities including the fact that 39 percent of State Street has vacant storefronts. This Wednesday afternoon, the consultants, hired by City Hall to the tune of $1 million, unveiled for the first time preliminary plans with Photoshop renderings of what will be the new reality.

Given my deadlines, I only managed to get a preliminary whiff of the steak about to be served up. (Updates can be found on Independent.com.) As of now, I don’t know how many blocks the reimagined promenade will be. Or the extent to which cars might be allowed back in some versions, cars will be allowed, I am told, but will be speed-limited to five miles per hour. One plan reportedly has cars allowed the whole stretch, but only one way. For others, it all depends on the day of the week or time of day.

According to some reviews, the initial impact of the plans will be how cool they look Then the nagging question settles in: “Sure, they’re nice, but for $1 million?” But after that, subtle details emerge that betray a depth of thoughtfulness and ingenuity

The whole point is to engineer the streetscape for maximum flexibility so that it can be programmed for all kinds of activities. Parades. Farmers’ markets. Music. Stuff that kids like. All kinds of who-knows-what.

The whole idea is to spark the creation of an urban neighborhood where people actually want to come and hang out whether or not they’re spending money.

It’s way too soon to say if we can get there and if the plans offer the necessary tools. But this proposed reincarnation differs dramatically from the many that have come before. All previous efforts dating back to 1950 have been predicated on creating space for the automobile. Parking. Parking. Parking. But today, our downtown parking lots built at great taxpayer expense to know, love, and serve downtown shoppers are about 60 percent full. Build it, it turns out, and they will stay away.

Instead, the focus of the new designs is to goad, entice, and seduce otherwise skeptical private developers, sitting on the sidelines with all their pent-up zillions, into converting much of the vacant office and retail space and 90 percent of downtown is either retail or office space into the housing necessary to bring downtown back to life.

Housing. Not parking. People. Not cars. Whether we can get there or not, I like the focus.

Developer Peter Lewis who serves on the commission says the new plans aren’t enough. Current zoning, he says, doesn’t allow the densities needed for downtown housing projects to pencil out. Yet Lewis himself has invested $30 million on an 81-unit rental housing project on the 400 block of State Street. What are we to believe: what Lewis says or what he does?

Moses, by the way, didn’t use a pencil. He used a staff.

—Nick Welsh

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Create a Happier, Healthier You!

In Support Of

Onbehalf of Woods Humane Society, I wanted to reach out to express our solidarity and support for Santa Barbara Humane in light of the negative ad we saw in the Santa Barbara Independent last week. Woods believes in fostering a community of cooperation and mutual respect among agencies, as together we can create a stronger and more effective force for change.

As fellow advocates in animal welfare, we understand the dedication, hard work, and passion it takes to make a difference in our communities. Let us continue to inspire and uplift one another and remember that the positive impact we create far outweighs any negative voices or adversities we may encounter.

We wish Santa Barbara Human strength, resilience, and continued success in your endeavors.

—Emily L’Heureux, CEO, Woods Humane Society, San Luis Obipso

Hemmed in by the Highway

Ilook for ways that I, a very senior citizen, could more safely ride a bike from downtown around De la Vina Street to the waterfront by the back streets. The only option I’ve found so far is to get to the highway overpass and walk my bike up under the tunnel, inhaling the toxic fumes. Is there any possibility of a route that is all side roads from the Westside?

To get an answer for this, I looked up the various Bicycle Clubs. There are so many young men there with the kind of shorts I will never put my cellulite and tummy bulge in! But finding no way to pose this question to them, I depend on all the eyes and ears and ideas of Independent readers.

I just want to bike, in my baggy sweatpants, from my Westside home to the fabulous waterfront area, and enjoy being in the natural beauty of Santa Barbara without having to walk.

Who among the elders doesn’t remember the thrill of being kids zooming along on our Schwinns?

—Sandra Lee, S.B.

Day Treatment

Iread the article about the programs to aid unhoused people in Santa Barbara. Great work. I recall S.B.’s mental-health program from years ago called Day Treatment. It was addressing some of these problems.

I am retired now, but I worked at that time in a California state program of vocational rehabilitation.

I was one of the counselors who worked with people with mental-health problems. We set up on-the-job programs with the city and with nonprofit organizations. That was very successful.

I imagine an expanded Day Treatment approach would be a beneficial adjunct to the other ideas.

—Marie Browne, S.B.

Does the FDA Really Know What It’s Doing?

Now that the FDA’s ability to approve the abortion pill is in question, why stop there? I’m not a doctor or scientist and know nothing about the rigorous procedure to approve drugs, but so what? No problem.

The drugs that I question if the FDA should have approved are all that fall into the Viagra category. Are these drugs really safe? Boy, I sure am worried about it.

There needs to be a pause, with a few exceptions, on their sale. None should be available through the mail. Only a married man should have access to them, and he will have to visit a doctor in person, with his wife, for a prescription. She will decide if he is allowed one or more a month. Any man caught using these potentially dangerous drugs illegally will be imprisoned and/or sterilized. Sterilization will also be required for any rapist or man who fathers an unwanted child he can’t support.

I’m not writing this for you, dear reader. This letter is for a female federal judge in some small town in a deep blue state. I pray that she gives my concerns careful consideration and a lot of deep reflection, or at least a few minutes of doodling. —J.

Parking Problems

Ehle, S.B

Iam fairly new to the biking world. I got my e-bike two years ago. I live downtown and I love it for doing errands.

Bike parking in this town sucks. Nobody seems to address that.

Everybody says “ride more,” but I need and want more safe places to lock up my investment.

—Jennifer Miller, S.B.

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Educate to Fight Hate

The Portraits of Survival Holocaust education program provides powerful first-hand accounts from survivors for schools and groups.

Help us educate to fight hate against Jews and other marginalized groups.

For more information, visit jewishsantabarbara.org/portraits

BY ERICA VICTOR

It takes something special to start a new chapter in a new town at 94 years old. Ida Mae Hurt, my grandmother, did this with an open heart, a trust in family, and a sense of adventure. Ida, adorable and adored by many, spent the last five years of her life here in Santa Barbara. It was an opportunity born out of necessity, but it carried a serendipity that I now realize was a full-circle opportunity for our grandmother-granddaughter relationship. It was a rare opportunity to rediscover and re-enjoy what she nurtured more than 45 years ago.

When my two sisters and I were kids, Grandma Ida was youthful and energetic a “young” grandma in her middle years who could keep right up with us. We spent many weekends and sometimes weeks at a time in the summer with her. She lived in the San Fernando Valley, and the Los Angeles area became our playground. It never felt like she was just taking care of us. She was enjoying us!

Visits with Grandma Ida were filled with a beautiful blend of new adventures and delightful rituals. We went to plays, museums, local fairs, and, especially memorably, Magic Mountain because she was just as excited as we were to ride the new roller coaster. “That was FUN!” we shouted in that shared exhilaration of a good roller coaster ride. Big smiles all around!

As exhilarating as our daytime adventures were, the downtime in her apartment held unique pleasures, which are now endearing memories. Returning home in the late afternoon after a full day of fun, we would have chilled watermelon, a swim in her apartment complex pool, and maybe a “siesta” before dinner. She had a pet bunny named Whiskers, who had the run of her place. He was house-trained, which amazed us. Ida had a knack for making animal-shaped pancakes. What fun to think up different animals to request. We really could request anything, as long as it didn’t have more than four legs.

Sitting around her table, we would have engaging conversations. She was interested to know what each of us thought, how we felt, and our perspective on things. Oh, and she loved to laugh. How fun and satisfying it was to make her laugh. Once she told me I was “so witty,” which I knew was a compliment and something about me that I had not realized before.

In the years that followed our childhoods, and through the decades of twists and turns and change, my sisters and I stayed connected to Grandma Ida. She continued to grow and evolve in her life and in her career. She achieved her master’s degree in early childhood education. She found the perfect “church” in the Sepulveda Unitarian Universalist Society, a k a “The Onion.” Here she found kindred politically progressive and humanitarian spirits, sang joyfully with the choir known as the Onionaires, and led the Religious Education program. She traveled to Japan with the Onionaires and returned with a heavy heart, having seen the scars from the bombing of Hiroshima.

Grandma Ida met Chuck Hurt and said “yes” to his marriage proposal, which led to many trips around the

Ida Mae Hurt

1923-2022

Always Ready for Life’s Adventures

country in their infamous Dolphin motor home. In search of a more laid-back community, they moved to Eugene, Oregon, but Chuck’s failing health eventually brought them back to Southern California. With Chuck’s passing, Ida found herself back in her old San Fernando Valley stomping grounds and reunited with her beloved Onion community.

She bought herself a “just the right size” mobile home in the heart of Northridge, and over the next several years, she thrived. She enjoyed visits from her daughters, granddaughters, and great-grandchildren. She facilitated a “Conscious Aging” group at her church, which was deeply meaningful and gratifying for her. She tended to her patio succulent garden and her cats, Cesar Chavez and, later, Monroe.

In the midst of her active life, she met Ron, who was “smitten” with her. Ida and Ron shared many good years, but sadly his dementia led to his need to be in his family’s care. Around this time, Ida herself needed supported living care, closer to family. Her lifelong wish to live near the ocean came true in her move to Santa Barbara.

My family welcomed Ida, and whenever we invited her to join us for a fun activity, in Ida fashion, she’d say, “Yes! I’d love to!” Off we went: wheelchair rides all around downtown, to Alice Keck Park for a picnic, to IHOP for brunch, rolling through Paseo Neuvo for shopping even two Solstice parades, which she enjoyed with utter glee. Her sweet, open smile was irresistible to fellow parade enthusiasts and parade participants alike. The thrill of the parades was second only to that beach wheelchair ride at Hendry’s. It had been many years since she had been able to walk on sand and get close to the water. That afternoon, she got to roll onto the wet sand and feel the spray of the crashing waves. And just as lovely were the brunches and dinners at our house. She would sit near the kitchen as we prepped the meal, and enjoy our chitchat and the attention from our dogs.

Ida’s five years in Santa Barbara were as much a gift to me as I hope they were to her. They connected me back to her role in my youth and how she enriched and brightened my childhood. How she saw and brought out the best in me.

She left me and all who knew and loved her with more than wonderful memories. She left an inspiring legacy of her openness to life and its offerings, to children and what delights and nurtures them, and to adventure from roller coasters to bumpy wheelchair rides. She was open to people and treasured her relationships that supplied deep discussions and lighthearted laughter. She was open to expressing her emotions from an angry “Grrrr!” to tears of joy. She was open to love, familial and romantic. She was open to music and would sing her heart out at sing-alongs.

Ida was open to life’s impermanence and during her last year would say with an air of acceptance, “I won’t be here much longer, you know.” And she was deeply grateful for her life and its gifts big and small. She took every opportunity to say “Thank you,” and of all the ways she expressed her gratitude, my favorite was her special way of exclaiming, “This is the nicest thing that could have happened to me today!” n

A JOYOUS LIFE: Visiting the beach was an occasion for Ida Mae Hurt and her granddaughter Erica Victor, in a long relationship built of love and occasionally matching ponchos.

Dylan Corselius Willson

5/27/1986

Happy birthday Dylan.

Thank you for the joy you brought us here and for the joy that remains in our hearts. With much love

Mom, Dad, Maggie, Peter, Michael, Brad, Lorrie, David, Shayna and Hannah.

Patrick Joseph Rogers

3/4/1942 - 4/28/2023

Pat, a proud Irishman, was raised in Montecito attending Mount Carmel, Guadalupe, Bishop Diego, and Plumbing Apprentice School. Pat used his plumbing skills to help friends, teach apprentices, and to volunteer at the Santa Barbara Zoo and Habitat for Humanity.

Pat met Patty cruising State in 1960. They were married in 1965 and loved family life, camping and waterskiing with their children. Pat was happiest when he was with Patty, all the kids, and had a puppy by his side. His kids, Pam and Tom, Kathy and Kash, and Michael and Maria were his pride and joy. Nine precious grandchildren, Alexis, Tyler, Jessica, Robby, Hannah, Christina, Jenna, Laila, and Emily, arrived stealing his heart, making treasured memories. Pat leaves his great grandbaby due in October, his sister-in-law Barbara, his nieces and nephew, Sharon, Bruce, and Marissa, many loved ones, and friends. Sharing cherished memories of his childhood with family and lifelong friends David, Tote, Jimmy, Fred, and Dave, among others, always brought him happiness.

In the heavenly stars, Pat is now holding his baby grandson, Evan, and is surrounded by his parents, Martin and Agnes, his sister, Barbara, infant nephew Mark, and Eula and Chet, Patty’s parents. When Pat left us briefly once before, he told Michael that he had gone home and was climbing the steps to the old house. Now, Pat leaves us with the beautiful thought that he is at peace, going home to walk up the long driveway, and climb the steps to his beloved home on Mountain Drive. In remembrance of Pat, please always have a kind and loving heart. Our wish for him is “… peace of the running waves…the shining stars…the quiet earth… and the gentle night….” Sleep with the angels, Grandpa Pat, we love you.

Richard Dennison passed away on May 10, 2023. Richard was born in 1939 and grew up in Portland, Oregon, the son of a single mother. He left Franklin High School at age 16 to join the Merchant Marines where he was the youngest sailor on all three vessels he shipped on. He later joined the US Army serving in the Army Security Agency being stationed in Chitose, Japan. While in the Army Richard was promoted meritoriously and also obtained his High School General Equivalency Diploma. After returning from the Army Richard attended one year at Portland State College. In the early 60’s he worked as a greeting card salesman for American Greetings and subsequently joined Muller and Phipps, an international manufacturer’s representative company, where he was initially stationed in Okinawa and later transferred to Saigon, Vietnam as the manager of military sales. In July 1966, while in Saigon, he met and married Kim Na Nguet, the love of his life. During the late 60s and until the fall of Vietnam in 1975 Richard was promoted to Managing Director of the Vietnam office of Muller and Phipps in charge of importing commercial products from over 40 American companies as varied as Briggs and Stratton, Nabisco, Timken and Abbot Laboratories. In 1975, as Vietnam fell to the communists, Richard and Kim returned to the USA and settled in Goleta, California where he started his own company, Riden International Corporation, which licensed TV programming and feature films and which remained active until he retired in 2018. Richard and Kim traveled extensively, for both business and pleasure, and in his lifetime visited over 48 countries. In the 80’s he was Executive Producer and copyright owner of the documentary program “John F. Kennedy’s lost Pathway to Peace” which aired on the TBS Network and several PBS Stations. Later in life, while in semi-retirement he authored the novelty golf book “Just Fore Laughs” (Penguin) and had several non- fiction articles published in magazines

as he pursued his hobby of writing about subjects that interested him. Richard had a lifelong love of sports, particularly bowling, and a profound love of animals, particularly dogs. Richard is survived by his beloved wife Kim. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, donations may be made to the Santa Barbara Humane Society

Marilyn Beryl Hull

7/3/1949 - 3/6/2023

friend to many and a mother, sister and friend whose love had no bounds. We are all so fortunate to have shared the time we did with her and will miss her laughter and beautiful smile. One of her favorite quotes was – “Spread the laughter, share the cheer, let’s be happy while we’re here. Love you bunches!”

Her celebration of life will be on June 10, 2023. For more information, please email Marilyninsb@cox.net.

Christopher Richard Chayra

12/28/1969 - 5/9/2023

other family members as well as friends all over the state. They have been a huge support for us as we manage a parent’s and sibling’s worst nightmare.

Services will be private. Donations can be made in Chris’ memory to the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission, 535 E Yanonali St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103.

Marilyn Beryl Hull left this earth to dance with angels on March 6, 2023. She passed peacefully with her family by her side after a short battle with lymphoma. Marilyn was born July 3, 1949 in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales to James T. Smith and Zilla Edith Hope Smith. The family immigrated to Canada in 1954 when she was 5 years old and lived in Toronto for several years before moving to Torrance, California in 1962. She graduated from North Torrance High School in 1967, then attended dental school and graduated as a dental assistant. She married Tom Peterson in 1969 and they moved to Santa Barbara where she worked as a dental assistant for over 20 years. She remarried in the early 90s and traveled around the world during that decade. She worked in various office jobs until 2017 when she began her retirement career at Santa Barbara Winery.

Marilyn was a force to be reckoned with and had many friends in and around Santa Barbara. She loved her wine and enjoyed evenings out with her close buddies going out to dinner and playing Mexican train, Bunco and Dominos! She made friends everywhere she went including her neighborhood park where she loved walking her dogs. She loved the holidays with her family, especially Christmas and Thanksgiving, taking family pictures and enjoying the company.

Marilyn is survived by her brother, Trefor (Betty) Smith; children, Lori (Ken) Yamasaki, Dylan Peterson, and Morgan (JenniMarie) Peterson; and grandchildren, Katie, Andrew, Stefani, & Jayson. She was very dedicated to her children and grandchildren and always found ways to spend time with them. She will be greatly missed, and her memory will be deeply cherished by her family and friends. Words do not do her life justice as she was a

On May 9, 2023 Christopher left his earthly body and went to be with God and his own family already in heaven. Our hearts are broken here, but we know he is at peace and in no more pain, welcomed and surrounded by those who love him.

Chris was born on December 28, 1969 in Sacramento, CA. He was a happy, easy child and loved soccer, school and Rolls Royces! Moving to Santa Barbara when he was 11, he attended 6th grade, junior and high school in Goleta. Motorcycles became a passion and he owned many throughout his life. He was probably happiest when riding and enjoying the speed!

He worked at a number of different jobs in Santa Barbara and Las Vegas where he lived for a few years. He was a natural organizer and loved it when things ran smoothly and looked neat. When he was a young child the employees of a local grocery store loved to have him visit as he would move through the aisles arranging shelves and making sure all the labels were facing exactly forward!

Unfortunately, Chris was one of millions of alcoholics in the US. He battled the vicious disease for many years. We are so proud of him and his successes as he struggled to overcome it. He graduated from the year inhouse program at Santa Barbara Rescue Mission and was sober for 5 years after that. He had found the Lord and Emmanuel Lutheran gave him the spiritual support he needed too. Then his life circumstances changed and he relapsed, with his passing being the result.

He is survived by his parents, Richard and Melinda Chayra, his sister, Dina (Gregg) Meisel of Ventura, and nephew, Harrison. He also is mourned by so many

Salomon Castro Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2023. Sal is preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Marquardt and survived by his wife, Mildred Castro, Daughters Diana Miller and Susan Asselin and grandchildren, Charlotte Parker, Gillian Zeile, Jason Marquardt and Julie Parker.

Sal was a man who lived his life to the fullest, always. He moved to Goleta in 1969, taking a position with Raytheon where he remained until his retirement in 1996. Throughout his life, he enjoyed bicycling, ping pong, woodworking, and always had a variety of projects in the works. He was generous with his handiwork, and I’m certain that his beautiful creations are in homes all over the state. He loved to see people appreciate his pieces and took so much pride in all he built.

Sal was a loving husband, wonderful father and exceptional grandfather. He loved his entire extended family so deeply. He spoke often and warmly of his brothers & sisters, their children, and of his beloved mother until the end. He was a good man. He will be missed.

Richard Dennison 1/1/1970 - 5/10/2023

Salomon Castro Jr 10/9/1933 - 5/16/2023

John B Mandle 5/22/2023

by his wife of 67 years, Sally. He leaves a lasting legacy of good humor and good work ethic to his two sons, Gary (Kathy) and Richard (Peggy), along with 2 granddaughters, Aimee (Rich) and Terri (Scott), and 5 greatgrandchildren, Tatum, Landon, Kanon, Rocco, and Gianna.

Marilyn Pearl Murray

10/28/1932 - 5/19/2023

woman who always encouraged others to manifest their dreams! And as she herself would say she was a “little bit full of the dickens.”

Marilyn is survived by her three children, Pamela Bateman (Phil), Colleen Million (Mark), Kimberly Sheetz (Jim), Linda Murray (daughter-in-law and widow to son Tom), 14 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and one more on the way.

Betty Louise Franklin

8/6/1953 - 5/16/2023

and Summerland Beautiful. She also volunteered for Girls, Inc. of Carpinteria and was elected to the Board of Directors of the Summerland Sanitary District on which she served for several years. She dearly loved her Summerland home and resided there until shortly before her passing.

John died peacefully after 98 years of a happy and productive life. John moved his family to Los Altos in 1964 for a job at Ampex in electrical engineering. He picked Los Altos because he said it had the best climate. Throughout his life, John enjoyed being involved in his community by volunteering for many community projects, from maintaining the city council video telecast system, starting a computer recycling program, and building the town’s first history archive system. He was well known for developing databases that organized large amounts of data, making them accessible to anyone who wanted to research the history of Los Altos. Notable accomplishments were his help in establishing the History House and his time working with the Los Altos Community Foundation. In addition, after retiring from a successful career, John created a ‘handyman’ network for senior citizens to call on for help with anything from computer repairs to changing a light bulb which continues to this day. For these contributions of his time and services, he was awarded the 2000 California State Senate Certificate of Recognition, the 2000 Community Service Award from the Silicon Valley Realtor Association, and the 1995 Volunteer Award from the towns of Los Altos and Los Altos Hills.

John was dedicated to his family. Whether being a Boy Scout Leader with his boys, taking his family on road trips, or spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In 2000, John and his wife, Sally, moved to a Santa Barbara retirement community. The volunteering continued with John working at the Historical Museum on their archive database and many projects at the retirement community. He was recognized for outstanding work, including creating and maintaining a historical archive for the retirement community and the WENO television station that served the residents.

John was preceded in death

Marilyn Pearl Murray was born in Santa Barbara California on October 28, 1932. She passed away in her home in Santa Maria, CA with her loved ones by her side on May 19, 2023.

Marilyn’s maternal side of the family traveled from the Midwest by covered wagon and were one of the first three families to settle in Goleta Valley. She grew up in Santa Barbara and met her husband Thomas Francis Murray when she was 15 years old. She and Tom were married for 65 years. Their life together was filled with adventure and many creative endeavors, which included gardening, home renovation projects and arts and crafts which they sold at craft fairs and boutiques.

Marilyn was a “Maker” from an early age and enjoyed sewing her own clothes and designing and creating decor for her home. In her mid 50s she discovered her love of painting and she continued into her 90th year. She and her husband Tom took yearly trips to Mexico where she was an artist in residence in the local expatriot snowbird community.

From an early age Marilyn always wanted to be a mother and she was an incredible mother to not only her own four children but to so many other children who needed the love and care that their parents could not always provide.

Her home was always a place of love, warmth, and safety for all who visited, and she provided unconditional love and acceptance to everyone whose lives she touched. Marilyn was the glue that held her family together and she will be forever in our hearts and deeply missed by all who have been blessed by her presence in their lives. She was a strong, tenacious, and caring

The family will hold a private memorial. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to Director of Hospice Karen Negri made out to Dignity Health Hospice, 124 S. College Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Vera Lee Fenzi

9/2/1942 - 5/6/2023

Betty left us way too soon as the result of a lingering illness. She was born to Marga and Alfred Franklin at St. Francis Hospital in Santa Barbara. Betty and her twin sister Barbara were born an hour apart; hence, Betty always referred to Barbara as her older sister.

Betty is survived by her sisters Cathy Closson (Rick) and Lea Ojeda, brother John, and many loving and loved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in this journey by her parents, brother Mike, sisters Linda and Barbara, and niece Michelle. Sadly, when her twin Barbara passed, a part of Betty left us as well. Although not blessed with children of her own, Betty was a fun and loving aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

Vera passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 6, 2023, surrounded by her family, listening to Elvis. She was born in Long Beach, California to Walter and Vera Hurt, who preceded her in death. She grew up in Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada before eventually settling in San Diego with her mother, It was there that she met her life’s partner, Charles.

Vera had a successful career in management, having managed her husband’s medical practice in Roswell, New Mexico for almost thirty years. She retired with him to Santa Barbara fifteen years ago. She found great satisfaction and fulfillment for many years with the wonderful volunteers at the Assistant League of Santa Barbara. Vera also was an avid gardener, building rock walls, digging holes, sifting dirt, planting and pruning from dawn ‘til dusk.

Vera leaves behind her devoted husband of nearly fifty five years, two loving children, Demetria Fenzi-Richardson and Stephen Fenzi and their respective spouses, Clinton and Katrina, along with four amazing grandchildren: Harley and Luther Richardson, and Madison and Logan Fenzi all of whom she was very proud. She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her name to VNA Health.

The family resided in Carpinteria, where Betty grew up through the Carpinteria public school system, graduating from Carpinteria High School with the class of 1971. Betty was also a graduate of the school of hard knocks, as life wasn’t always easy. Her mother passed away when Betty was just 6 years old. Her father tried hard to keep the family together, but earning a living and raising a family proved difficult and he arranged to have the twins live with and be raised by Marga’s best friend, Betty Taylor, and her husband, Al, who also resided in Carpinteria.

Betty tried marriage twice, but it didn’t agree with her. The first was to her high school beau, Mac Brown, then later to Scott McLeod. Although both marriages ended in divorce, Betty became good friends with both.

In her professional life, Betty worked at Cate School, then enjoyed a career in corporate marketing. She was employed by QAD in Summerland, then recruited by Meta Creations in Carpinteria. When Meta moved out of state, Betty decided she needed to spread her wings as well and moved to Basel, Switzerland, where she lived for several years. While there, she worked with a large pharmaceutical firm as their English language marketing representative. She quickly learned to speak both German and French, mostly self-taught. Ultimately, Betty could converse in five languages. When she returned from abroad, she continued her career with the European pharmaceutical firm on a contractual basis and also contracted with local firms in the tourist industry.

She had purchased a home in Summerland just prior to her European adventure and eagerly moved back when she returned. She identified with Summerland and became involved in the Summerland Citizens Association

Many years ago her niece Michelle wrote:

Think of a daisy, what do you see? I see gardens & children, innocence & dreams. I see worriless nights & carefree days. I see love & comfort & young & foolish games. I wish you a daisy!

Indeed, Betty was our daisy!

In her passing, Betty gave to Hospice of Santa Barbara and the Carpinteria Library. Those wishing to remember Betty are asked to do the same in her name. An informal, mostly family gathering to spread her ashes has yet to be scheduled.

Gloria Liggett

6/4/1938 - 4/25/2023

Gloria Liggett passed away on April 25, 2023, in Santa Barbara, CA, after a brief illness.

She was widely loved and respected as an activist, artist, and community builder. She is survived by her four children, 6 grandchildren and many loving friends, young and old. A longer “In Memoriam” piece will follow next week.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, June 11 at 4 PM, at Tucker’s Grove park.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be sent to the Fund for Santa Barbara. Donations can be made at https://fundforsantabarbara. org/donate/ (write in the note section: Gloria Liggett Fund) or as a check made payable to the “Fund for Santa Barbara” (memo: Gloria Liggett Fund) and sent to: PO Box 90710, Santa Barbara, CA 93190-0710.

HOME SWEET HOME GARDEN

eight Small S.B. Businesses to Make Your Place Shine

⬘ BY TYLER HAYDEN ⬘ ⬘ PHOTOS BY INGRID BOSTROM ⬘

As you live and breathe, you need something for your home or garden. It’s inevitable.

But before you click that “Add to Cart” button, or make that trip to Target, take a moment to see what these eight Santa Barbara businesses have to offer. Consider keeping your money in town. And more importantly, meet the people behind these shops and nurseries.

Because “It’s not personal, it’s just business” is a silly expression. Business

is always personal. It’s one of the most personal things there is. It’s people’s passions. It’s their livelihoods. It puts food on the table, sends kids to school, and coalesces a community.

And lest you think we’re urging a pity purchase, we guarantee anything you buy from these independent owners is going to be better made (or grown), more meaningful, and more beautiful than anything you could get from another faceless company.

Thanks for reading, and happy home-ing and gardening.

Where House Becomes Home

Domecíl is one of those shops you visit when you’re trying to turn your living space from a box with a bed and microwave into an actual home. It’s where you go to find everyday objects that, beyond their utility, look and feel especially good and lend some soul to the room.

Domecíl Strikes Balance Between Beauty and Utility

Stephanie Payne-Campbell, a born and bred Santa Barbaran, opened Domecíl in 2021 in Victoria Court after a handful of years of wholesaling and pop-ups. It was a full-circle moment: The location had been her favorite as a kid, a store called Dani “where everything was hearts and rainbows,” she remembered. Payne-Campbell’s palette may have evolved since then, but the goal remains the same. “Everything we carry is meant to bring joy,” she said.

Spread throughout the light-filled, highceilinged sales floor is a curated array of ceramics, textiles, and woodwork as well as books, art, and jewelry. It’s all handmade with natural materials by a deep roster of local and international artisans. Walking through the front door, you hear the gentle “ting-ting” of a Japanese wind bell and notice the dramatic vetiver baskets that came from Chile, where Payne-Campbell has been traveling for nearly three decades and makes it a point to support its traditional craftspeople.

On a nearby table are inlaid rolling pins created by Montecito woodworker Robert Good and a set of soup bowls fired by Bernscott Pottery in Ojai. Payne-Campbell regularly seeks out and collaborates with regional artists, she said, viewing herself as broker between their work and a customer base just waiting to discover it. She also sells her own original line of small-batch, bespoke cloth-

ing. The emphasis is quality and originality, Payne-Campbell explained. “I want to avoid sameness,” she said. “A lot of stores carry the same stuff.”

Outside her own shop and as a new member of Downtown Santa Barbara’s Board of Directors, Payne-Campbell is a champion of State Street retail. She’s bullish about its future.

“Things are getting better,” she said. One bright spot is the newly formed Arts District Home and Design Collective, she said six similarly focused businesses, including Domecíl, within walking distance of each other. “We’re encouraging community over competition,” she said of their cooperative marketing effort. “Restaurants have worked together for their survival. Retail needs to also.”

Payne-Campbell wants to see downtown return to its roots of independent merchants who cater to locals and bring something unique to the table. And she emphasized it’s their individual responsibility to make State Street worth coming to. “The onus is on the shopkeeper to make it special and experiential,” she said. In that vein, Domecíl is hosting semi-regular makers’ markets and artist workshops. The next workshop is scheduled for June, where floral designer Margie McAleer will teach attendees how to create pressed herb and flower mandalas. See

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Domecíl owner Stephanie Payne-Campbell

Down the Rabbit Hole

All the whimsy of Wonderland is here, but instead of giant mushrooms, there are rows of 12-foot aloes. Tweedledee and Tweedledum are a pair of big-bellied bottle trees squatting in the sun. Blooming cacti replace singing flowers, rabbits are much less concerned about the hour, and while no hatter is to be found, there is a mad genius of horticulture to show you around.

what you’d normally find in a pot. Customers schedule a tour, pick what they like, then dig out their purchases or arrange for a transplant. Prices range from $25 to $25,000.

Aloes in Wonderland Is a Playground of Rare and Fantastical Plants

This is Aloes in Wonderland, a specialty nursery with a twist. Most of the merchandise approximately 10,000 plants representing 500 species of succulents, palms, agaves, and more is still rooted in the earth. Everything is therefore bigger and fuller than

The Sycamore Canyon property is over seen by Jeff Chemnick, who also happens to live there. He arrived in 1988 from San Diego with a botany degree and ambitions of cre ating something beyond a traditional nurs ery. “I always wanted to be the guy who has specimens,” he explained. “I’m a sucker for the unusual.” Chemnick built out his for-sale garden with an impressive collection of rare and exotic plants, and things went well for a while. That is, until the 2008 Tea Fire roared through. Chemnick lost his home. The neighbor’s burned down too. Some plants were salvageable; many were not. But instead of packing it in, Chemnick decided to double down on his newly blank slate. He rebuilt his house and replanted his yard (primarily from

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“Adaptations are what make for interesting plants,” said Aloes in Wonderland operator Jeff Chemnick of the nursery’s stout and spiky specimens.

Dreaming in Color

There is more color packed into one small corner of Alebrije Homewares than in the entirety of most stores. A menagerie of Oaxacan goods from pottery to textiles to the figurines of the fantastical animals that give the shop its name there’s no other selection like it in Santa Barbara.

“Everything is handmade. Everything is authentic,” said owner Esperanza LopezVargas, who grew up in Oaxaca and now travels there every other month to buy items directly from artisans in the south Mexican state. She’s friends with many of them and often gives young makers their starts. “I look for quality,” she explained of her hand-selections, warning against the cheap knockoffs you find online.

Alebrije Homewares

Carries Authentic

Oaxacan Goods

Lopez-Vargas is about to celebrate 10 years in business on De la Vina Street. The road to reaching that milestone was anything but easy. She was 15 years old when she got married and soon after became pregnant. Her mother died the night before Lopez-Vargas gave birth. The couple struggled, sometimes just to eat, and they immigrated to Santa Barbara, where Lopez-Vargas’s husband had an uncle.

Lopez-Vargas enrolled in English and business classes and started a cleaning company while her husband gardened. She earned her associate’s degree and transferred to San Francisco State for her bachelor’s. Once back in town, Lopez-Vargas went to work for an import/export company but always fanta-

sized about opening her own store. In 2014, she did.

“I try to carry a little of everything,” LopezVargas said, pointing to a rack of vibrant Tux tepec blouses; patterned Otomi throws; sets of rich, black barro negro pottery; and small shadowboxes, called nichos. On the lushly planted back patio, which is available for rent for private events, is a kaleidoscope of Talavera tiles and flowerpots. Lopez-Vargas also does custom orders, she said. If you see something you like online, bring in a photo and she can usually track it down.

Lopez-Vargas wants to see Alebrije grow. She’s eyeing a second location at Paseo Nuevo. She even has ambitions to one day open a restaurant that specializes in traditional Oaxacan recipes. She’d bring in a chef and do some cooking herself, Lopez-Vargas explained. In all her spare time, Lopez-Vargas also rescues dogs. She’s up to about 20 at her home in Oaxaca and four here. Plus a few cats and a handful of birds.

In the early days, Lopez-Vargas would drive down to Tijuana to pick up shipments of goods, leaving at 4 a.m. and getting back by midnight. She’s since streamlined the process but still puts in a lot of hours. She can’t help it. Her work ethic is “insane,” said the friends and family who staff the store. She sleeps only a few hours a night. Her husband, who still operates and has grown his gardening business, says she’s “not from this planet.”

Alebrije regularly hosts artist workshops, Lopez-Vargas said. The last one featured Oaxacan artisan Jesus Sosa, and more dates will be announced soon. In the meantime, LopezVargas suggested, come by and pick picking up some of their new homemade salsas or hot cocoa powder.

See alebrijehomewares.com. Follow on Instagram @alebrijehomewares.

Alebrije Homewares owner Esperanza Lopez-Vargas travels to Oaxaca every other month to buy goods directly from artisans.

CURB APPEAL AND CUSTOMER SERVICE

Anew garage door may not be the first thing that comes to mind when dreaming about home improvements. When it comes to curb appeal, however, a home’s garage door can make an enormous first impression. As one of the most visible parts of your home or building, replacing your garage door can provide a cost-effective facelift that transforms your home or business with relatively little effort.

A walk through the showroom at Santa Barbara Overhead Door on East Gutierrez Street is both an education in garage doors, and a fun, informative experience. A plentiful array of sizes, styles, materials, and colors are on display, and explained by the friendly, well-versed team members.

With the push of a button, garage doors appear and disappear to showcase all types of doors. If you thought all garage doors were created equal, a visit to Santa Barbara Overhead Door will quickly change your mind. The staff deftly demonstrates the differences between the types of doors and answers all your questions. From aluminum and steel, in single-panel and sectional styles, to barnstyle doors in both wood and steel, and custom carriage house, mixed panel and French viewstyle doors, the options are seemingly endless.

A top-of-the-line carriage house-style wood door, for example, can be customized to your exact specifications. The stain-grade wood of these doors shows off the grain, while the “clavos” or hammered iron studs add to the authentic, traditional look.

Jim and Jennifer Willis founded Santa Barbara Overhead Door over 10 years ago to meet the needs of local homeowners, with an emphasis on customer service that has remained the guiding principle of their business. The husband-and-wife team believes that the word service stands for "satisfaction, excellence, reliability, value, integrity, customer-oriented and exceeding expectations. " "Our story begins with meeting each customer's needs and ends with Complete customer satisfaction," said Jennifer Willis, the company's president and CEO.

"We started our business in 1992, with three employees on Market Street in Ventura," shared Jennifer Willis. "Today, our organization employs over 30 local workers, and we have showrooms in Ventura and Santa Barbara, along with service and installation headquarters that allow us to serve the entire tri-county region.

The diversification of services within the firm is another hallmark that the couple is proud of. Our team offers Residential and Commercial Service and Installation of Garage Doors, Openers, Gates and accessories. Our desire to serve the customer with A sense of Ownership is key to our success and contributes to the company's excellent reputation within the community.

Accredited by the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation, as members of the Santa Barbara Contractors Association, Santa Barbara Overhead Door has attained the highest level of professionalism awarded within the industry. The status "requires that we pursue continuing education and knowledge of the latest information and policies in the industry," Willis said.

In addition to Quality of workmanship and professional standards, our technicians are also trained to think creatively out of the box, to appeal to the design needs of the community, which develops a sense of pride amongst the team. Jennifer explained.

The company is a California state licensed specialty contractor that serves homeowners, business owners, the U.S. government, fire and police agencies, and property managers throughout Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Besides maintaining all the overhead doors for the City of Santa Barbara, the company also serves the United Parcel Service, Federal Express, and many of the local SBCA Contractors and Small Business Owners in the area.

Jennifer Willis explained some of the shifting trends in the industry: "We have certainly seen changes over time: from flat panel slab doors with side-mounted hardware and springs, to metal sectional doors that roll up. The current trending designs include aluminum frame and glass doors, cedar-plank style, carriage house wood or steel-overlay doors. We even have copper, stainless steel or flush designs with a variety of window options." Rolling shutter operating systems were recently incorporated into the company’s line of offerings.

Willis also points with pride to their exclusivity. "We are the sole local distributor for Raynor Garage Doors from Dixon, III., a three-genera-

tion family-run organization that manufactures residential and commercial garage doors." Santa Barbara Overhead Door is the only company in the tri-counties certified to carry the Raynor product. In addition to the Raynor product line, Santa Barbara Overhead Door also represents Amarr, Carriage House, Wayne Dalton, Ranch House, Liftmaster, Genie, Janus, Porvene and many more manufacturers. All doors from Santa Barbara Overhead Door are warrantied with either a three-year, five-year, or lifetime guarantee.

Servicing of garage doors, commercial doors, and gates is also a specialty of the company. Jennifer Willis explains, "Our service department caters to broken springs or cables, doors that won't open or close, or are noisy or out of balance. We can repair or replace garage door motors as needed with quality products and services. We also have a parts department for extra remotes and the do-it-yourself handyman”, explained Willis. "We offer preventative maintenance programs for businesses to help prevent downtime, along with emergency 24-hour repair service seven days a week.

The company has also played an active part of the community, she said. "We donate the old one-piece wood doors to fire and police academies for training; we've been involved with the Toys for Tots program and sponsorship of school teams," she said. We even participated and won a trophy in the Santa Barbara Christmas Parade!

See for yourself what makes the difference in a quality garage door. Visit Santa Barbara Overhead Door’s showroom and design center at 511 E Gutierrez Street in Santa Barbara. Open Monday through Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM, and Saturdays by appointment. Call (805) 963-4410 or visit SantaBarbaraOverheadDoor.com.

"Our story begins with meeting each customer's needs and ends with complete customer satisfaction"

- Jennifer Willis, president and CEO

HOME & GARDEN

Meet the ‘Fruit Tree Guy’

Around these parts, Nat Weller is known as the “fruit tree guy.” Although his Milpas Street nursery Pro Garden Supply offers a full menu of plants and hardware, it’s the location’s small forest of potted stone fruits, citruses, and tropicals that really carved Weller’s niche. “I’m good with that,” he said.

A proud western Goletan, Weller was bitten by the horticulture bug as a kid, growing and selling his harvests door-todoor. He went to UC Davis and from there earned his professional landscaping stripes at La Sumida Nursery and then Agri-Turf Supplies. In 2004, he opened Pro Garden Supply and hasn’t looked back since.

In addition to their fruit trees, the nursery is chock-full of perennials, annuals, shrubs, cacti, succulents, herbs, and veggies. They carry bulk soils and mulch as well as a complete assortment of gardening tools and irrigation supplies. The location’s drive-through service is especially handy for bigger loads.

Weller and his team, he explained, take pride in the “deep knowledge” and “true expertise” they provide. Their clients include professional landscapers with contracts at big estates, as well as homeowners looking to add a few new plants to their yard. One manager described the advice they dispense as “anchored in competence.”

Nat Weller at Pro Garden Supply Is a Wealth of

It bears mentioning that every morning, the nursery puts out free doughnuts and coffee for customers. There’s also a good chance you’ll meet Weller’s dog Leah, a 190-pound, Great Dane–Lab mix with the sweetest disposition. The place feels more like a fun and busy back patio rather than a business.

In terms of his coveted fruit trees, Weller has a bunch Meyer lemons, navel oranges, Fuji apples, plums, figs, cherries, and more. He sources them from all over the state, wherever he finds the happiest and healthiest

specimens. Hass is the most popular variety of avocado he carries, Weller said, but he also offers Bacon, Pinkerton, and Zutano. Those looking for something a little more exotic may consider a guava, kumquat, or Buddha’s hand citron tree.

Not long ago, Weller thought about expanding to Thousand Oaks but ultimately decided against it. And now, as a new dad, he really doesn’t have time. “I don’t need to make things more complicated,” he said. “I’m happy here.”

See progardensupply.com.

Pro Garden Supply operator Nat Weller grew crops as a kid in west Goleta and sold his harvests door-to-door.

Midwest Meets Beach

After 14 years as an independent set designer, staging shoots for big commercial clients such as Apple and Motorola, Naomi Strauss struck out in a new direction and opened Westward General in 2021. She’d been her own boss even in the corporate world, and she meant to keep it that way. “I wanted to build another business,” she said.

Tucked between a bakery and a barbershop on De la Vina Street, Westward General reflects the tastes and trajectory of Strauss, who grew up in jeans and cowboy boots in Wisconsin then fell in love with the beachy climes of California. The boutique offers a fun mix of old and new, from vintage finds like lamps, glassware, and paintings to locally made goods, including ceramics, candles, and cocktail mixers.

Many of the items are set at medium price points. That’s very intentional, Strauss explained. “I want things to be attainable,” she said. “That’s important to me.” And she sticks to selling American-made goods. “That’s also important to me.”

Westward General Features Vintage Finds and Locally Made Wares

Westward General’s inventory is constantly changing. There’s always something new based on what Strauss finds at estate sales and which local artisan she’s teamed up with. Fresh arrivals are announced on Instagram. Next to an impressive stack of vintage denim, there’s a whole wall of cosmetics (easy pickings for a gift basket), and at the counter is a case of resplendent turquoise jewelry.

Soon, Strauss said, she’ll start making clothing out of vintage fabrics. She previously produced a line of handbags fashioned from recycled military textiles. She’s already turn-

ing quilts into beach bags and has partnered with a Santa Barbara artist for their own Westward General brand of merchandise. “I really like the making process and creating things with other makers,” she said.

If anything has surprised Strauss since she’s opened it’s how well things have gone. Because we all know about best-laid plans.

“But it’s been great,” said the Carpinteria resident. And the whole family is chipping in her 8-year-old recently rang up some customers and her 5- year-old has requested space on the sales floor to showcase her beadwork. Before that, Strauss’s husband and father-in-law helped clear out and build up the space, a former salon.

“It’s been cool to see people so supportive,” Strauss said of her clientele. “I think they appreciate seeing normal people opening a store.” The shop recently hosted a benefit event for Peabody Charter School right up the street and is looking forward to its two-year anniversary in November. “Come in and buy something special,” said Strauss.

See westwardgeneral.com. Follow on Instagram @westwardgeneral.

Westward General reflects the tastes and travels of owner Naomi Strauss, who grew up in Wisconsin and now lives in Carpinteria.

Green Thumbs and Grand Design

It was a chance meeting over glasses of wine that led to the union of Joanna Bea’s specialty upholstery store and Elizabeth Duran and Christina Murphy’s inventories of houseplants that were taking over their homes. Bea was looking for a partner tenant at her upper State Street workshop, and the sisters needed a brick-andmortar location for their growing business. “The idea just kept gathering more and more momentum,” said Bea.

As of last fall, Bea Furnishings and Sisters Plant Shop are now one, with calatheas and philodendrons resting comfortably above a leather patchwork sofa and ficuses perched alongside a plush loveseat. “They live well together,” said Duran. “It’s a partnership that shows how the right furniture and plants can really make any home feel balanced and beautiful.”

media star her latest TikTok video of bringing a flattened foam cushion back to life with a garment steamer got more than half a million views Bea is among a rare breed of classically trained upholsterers still fighting the good fight against the IKEA particleboards and Wayfair throwaways. She rehabs and reimagines cherished family pieces for the next generation, usually with a considerable twist of creative flair, and works with interior decorators to outfit high-end properties, such as the Rosewood Miramar Beach resort.

Bea also fabricates custom beds, where she really shows off her design chops; she was recently commissioned to re-create Lenny Kravitz’s bed. Because for her, the more original and imaginative the project, the better. A few years ago she turned a MarBorg dumpster into a tufted-velvet sofa. She now has plans to convert an old refrigerator into a wing-backed chair. The day-to-day at the shop, Bea explained, “is a step toward the end goal of making art via furniture. My motivation is more followers and cooler and bigger jobs.”

Duran tries to carry varieties that are a little different than what you’d find at a regular nursery, she said, but nothing too tricky. They’re all “accessible,” she explained. “I want to get people excited about keeping a plant alive. I want to change people’s minds that they have a black thumb.” She sends customers home with care cards and is happy to give advice on the best way to deck out a space so that all the greenery remains happy and healthy. She and Murphy also do deliveries and pop-ups. They have one this Saturday, May 27, in Solvang.

Part artist, part craftsperson, part social

Both Bea and Duran, who are both originally from the Santa Ynez valley, said they’re happy to be among Santa Barbara’s small but mighty directory of independent operators. They support and cross-promote other merchants in town and see collaboration as a way to navigate what can be a tricky business environment. They also work alongside a graphic designer and deejay who share adjacent office spaces. Both of whom, they proudly point out, are also women.

“We want people to just come by,” said Bea. “We have a lot to offer.”

See beafurnishings.com and sistersplantshop.com. Follow on Instagram at @beafurnishings and @sistersplantshop.

From left, Sisters Plant Shop owners Elizabeth Duran and Christina Murphy, and Bea Furnishings operator Joanna Bea

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seed), bought the burned-out property next door, and expanded the nursery into the 4.5 acre cornucopia it is today.

All that would be remarkable enough on its own, but Aloes in Wonderland holds even more treasures to behold. It’s home to hundreds and hundreds of cycads, an ancient order of flora with palm-like fronds and distinctive cones that herbivorous dinosaurs made meals out of. They’re Chemnick’s specialty, and people come from as far as Maine and Japan to select from his world-class inventory.

Cycads have fascinated him since he was a teenager, Chemnick said. He’s now an authority specifically on Mexican varieties and leads botanical tours through the country. He’s also a member of the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature), which tracks the status of endangered cycads across the planet. Closer to home, Chemnick works as a research associate for Lotusland, where he trains docents, serves on committees, and is the chair of its annual Exceptional Plants Auction and Sale. He’s been writing a book on cycads for years, but he keeps discovering new species and so can’t finish it. As Chemnick walked along one of the many paths that cross the sloped and sunny property, he mused on his attraction to the kinds of plants that enveloped him. He loves their architecture, he said the radial symmetry of cacti, for example, or the Fibonacci spiral of a cycad cone. He also appreciates their resilience, pointing to the fleshy leaves of succulents that retain water and the spines of a palm that wards off predators.

“Adaptations are what make for interesting plants,” Chemnick said. And if that means more rotund proportions to store moisture and ward off fire, all the better. He even named one of his favorite barrel-shaped trees “Mickey Rooney.” “Short and fat is a beautiful thing,” he said.

To schedule a tour, visit aloesinwonderland.com.

The Home Page

A Modern General Store

Besides big box stores, there aren’t a lot of places to shop in Goleta. Think about it where would you go for a gift (a nice, thoughtful one; not the last-minute kind) or something special for your house that wasn’t massproduced? There just aren’t many options in the Good Land.

customers appreciate it. “All of our makers have a story that aligns with what we’re doing,” she said.

After living in San Francisco for 15 years, the couple and their three kids moved to Josh’s hometown of Goleta in 2019. Lex was in business development and Josh did photography. The pandemic hit, they put their heads down, and when they came up for air, they looked at each other and decided to do something different. “It was the right time to switch directions,” Lex said.

Enter MĀCHER, a new shop opened on Calle Real by Lex and Josh Gruetzmacher filled with unique, beautiful things. They call it a “modern general store” with wares that run the gamut: hats and bags, dishware and cookbooks, greeting cards and gardening tools. There’s art, jewelry, fragrances, shower steamers, a kids’ section with toys and clothes, and even reusable containers and cleaning supplies.

As diverse as the merchandise is, it all has something in common, Lex explained. Everything carried by MĀCHER pronounced “maker,” a riff on the Gruetzmachers’ last name is small-batch and built to last. You won’t find a lot of plastic. Just as importantly, Lex said, every item was crafted by an individual artisan or small company, many of them local.

As an independently operated, ethically minded business, Lex continued, they only buy from independently operated, ethically minded suppliers. That’s the goal, and their

The response from shoppers has been super positive, Lex said, describing Goleta as a community with small-town sensibilities and modern taste. She gets a lot of young working families in the store, she said, many of whom were drawn to the region by its good schools and growing tech industry. “Goleta is changing,” she said.

It’s easy to recognize local names around the shop Parker Clay leather, Blue Planet sunglasses, Mizuba Tea Co. matcha, and so on. There are also brands you’ve probably never come across, some from overseas. Lex pointed to House No.23 textiles, which are made in Turkey on a 100-year-old family loom, as well as throws from the Tartan Blanket Company in Scotland.

Looking ahead, Lex plans to add a refilling station in the store for soaps, lotions, and detergents to cut back on waste. She also just got in new bath salts and other self-care goodies, just in time for teacher appreciation week.

See macher.com. Follow on Instagram @shop.macher.

BRUCE COCKBURN with

special guest Steve Postell

Embracing folk, jazz, rock, and worldbeat styles, Bruce’s guitar playing has placed him in the company of the world’s top instrumentalists and his prized songbook will be celebrated for many years to come. His latest release ‘O sun O Moon’ is the #1 most added album on Americana radio.

As always, find the complete listings online at independent.com/events. Submit virtual and in-person events at independent.com/eventsubmit.

COVID-19 VENUE POLICY

Venues request that patrons consult their individual websites for the most up-to-date protocols and mask requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated status before attending an event.

THURSDAY 5/25

5/25: San Marcos High School (SMHS) Band Block Party FUNdraiser The Royals Band will march up Hollister Avenue from the theater to the Turnpike Plaza Patio for an end-of-the-year performances from Guard, DrumLine, and Jazz Ensemble. Use code SMHB15 when patronizing Dave’s Dogs, Dave’s Drip House, and Jersey Mike’s Subs, where 15 percent of sales will benefit the SMHS Instrumental Music Program. 4-6pm. Turnpike Plaza Patio, 199 S. Turnpike Rd. Free. Call (805) 259-3482 or email jonikellycomm@gmail.com tinyurl.com/FUNDraiserSMHSband

5/25-5/27, 5/30-5/31: UCSB Theater/Dance Presents The Last Days of Judas Iscariot The plight and fate of the New Testament’s most infamous and unexplained sinner is set in a time-bending, darkly comic world of heaven and hell. Thu.-Fri., Tue.-Wed.: 7:30; Sat.: 2pm. Performing Arts Theater, UCSB. $13-$19. Call (805) 893-2064. theaterdance.ucsb.edu/news

5/25: Folkyeah! Presents: Os

Mutantes with Rogê The Influential Brazilian band Os Mutantes (The Mutants) will bring their psychedelic, experimental, and progressive rock/pop sound to S.B. 8pm. SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St. $32. Ages 21+. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com/upcoming-events

FRIDAY 5/26

5/26-5/28: Ojai Art Center Theater

Presents Disappearing Act A mixture of magic, theater, and sleight of hand will unfold when a young magician, a beautiful woman, and a mysterious stranger materialize in this new play by actor, director, and playwright Peter Fox. Not suitable for children. Fri.-Sat.: 7:30pm; Sun.: 2pm. Ojai Art Center, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai. Free-$24. Call (805) 640-8797. ojaiact.org

5/26: Land Trust Trek: Post-Fire Wonders of Arroyo Hondo Preserve

Retired biologist Kate Symonds will lead a two-mile hike on flat, shaded terrain, where you can learn about fire ecology in California and see the recovery process from the Alisal Fire. 9-11:30am. Arroyo Hondo Preserve, CA-1, Gaviota. Free. Call (805) 966-4520. sblandtrust.org/events

SATURDAY 5/27

5/27: The Mission Poetry Series: Three Poets in Spring Meet and chat with award-winning Gunpowder Press authors Catherine Esposito Prescott, Gabriel Ibarra, and Florencia Milito with broadsides and poets’ books for sale. 1-3pm. Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call (805) 962-7653 or email info@sbplibrary.lib answers.com tinyurl.com/3PoetsInSpring

FARMERS MARKET SCHEDULE

THURSDAY Carpinteria: 800 block of Linden Ave., 3-6:30pm

FRIDAY

Montecito: 1100 and 1200 blocks of Coast Village Rd., 8-11:15am

SATURDAY Downtown S.B.: Corner of Santa Barbara and Cota sts., 8am-1pm

SUNDAY Goleta: Camino Real Marketplace, 10am-2pm

TUESDAY Old Town S.B.: 500-600 blocks of State St., 3-7pm

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Shows on Tap

THE MAY Shows on Tap

5/25-5/28, 5/31: Lost Chord Guitars Thu.: Harrison Flynn, 8pm. $11. Fri.: Heather Pierson Duo, 8pm. $21-$26. Sat.: Marika & the Ohms, 8pm. $11. Sun.: Jen Howard, 8pm. $11. Wed.: Freedom Heartsong, 8pm. $10. 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. Ages 21+. Call (805) 331-4363. lostchordguitars.com

5/26-5/28: Maverick Saloon Fri.:

The Molly Ringwald Project Live on Stage, 9pm-midnight. $10. Sat.: Brian Black, 1-5pm. Pull the Trigger, 8:30pm-11:30pm. Sun.: The Rincons, noon-4pm. Flannel 101, 8:30pm-11:30pm. Free. 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Call (805) 686-4785. mavericksaloon.com/event-calendar

5/25-5/30: SOhO Restaurant & Music Club Thu.: Os Mutantes, 8pm.

and 1st St., 2:30-6:30pm

WEDNESDAY Solvang: Copenhagen Dr. (805) 962-5354 sbfarmersmarket.org

FISHERMAN’S MARKET

SATURDAY

Rain or shine, meet local fishermen on the Harbor’s commercial pier, and buy fresh fish (filleted or whole), live crab, abalone, sea urchins, and more. 117 Harbor Wy., 6-11am. Call (805) 259-7476. cfsb.info/sat

5/27-5/29, 5/31: Exhibit Opening: Butterflies Alive! Walk through a beautiful garden while a dazzling variety of nearly 1,000 live butterflies flutter freely around you. The exhibit goes through September 4. Sat.-Mon., Wed.: 10am-5pm. S.B. Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol. Free-$19. Call (805) 682-4711. sbnature.org/calendar

$32. Ages 21+. Fri.: Spooky Mansion with Tino Drima, 9pm. $15-$18. Ages 21+. Sat.: Area 51, 8:30pm. $12-$15. Ages 21+. Sun.Mon.: Young Singers Recital, 5:30pm. Free Tue.: M.O.B. Jazz Quintet, 7:30pm.

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5/25, 5/28: Eos Lounge Thu.: Hamdi, 9pm. Sun.: S.B. Day Party, 2pm. 500 Anacapa St. $6.18. Call (805) 564-2410. eoslounge.com

5/26: Uptown Lounge The Trio, 5-7pm. 3126 State St. Free. Call (805) 845-8800. uptownlounge805.com/events

5/26-5/27: M.Special Brewing Co. (S.B.) Fri.: Will Stephan’s Band. Sat.: The Last Decade. 8-10pm. 634 State St. Free. Call (805) 968-6500. mspecialbrewco.com

5/26-5/27: M.Special Brewing Co. (Goleta) Fri.: Walking Coco. Sat.: Colonel Angus. 6-8pm. 6860 Cortona Dr., Ste. C, Goleta. Free. Call (805) 968-6500. mspecialbrewco.com

5/27-5/29: Cold Spring Tavern Sat.: The Reserve, 1:30-4:30pm. Brian Kinsella Band, 5-8pm. Sun.: Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan, 1:30-4:30pm. Mon.: Tina Schlieske and the Graceland Exiles with Sister Laura, 1-4pm. 5995 Stagecoach Rd. Free. Call (805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com

5/28: Hook’d Bar and Grill TikiBomb, 1-4pm. 116 Lakeview Dr., Cachuma Lake. Free. Call (805) 350-8351. hookdbarand grill.com/music-on-the-water

5/29: The Red Piano Church on Monday: The Rayford Brothers, 7:30pm. 519 State St. Free. Call (805) 358-1439. theredpiano.com

5/31: S.B. Bowl James Taylor & His All-Star Band. 7pm. $74.50-$190.50. 1122 N. Milpas St. Call (805) 962-7411. sbbowl.com

5/27: Isla Vista Community Yard Sale Help reduce “moving out” waste from this year’s students. Use the map to guide you to participating locations to shop for used items. 10am-2pm. 970 Embarcadero Del Mar, Isla Vista. Free. Call (805) 770-2752 or email ivbeautiful@islavistacsd.com. tinyurl.com/IV-yardSale

5/27: Jennifer Terran Live at The Barn Enjoy a candlelit concert in the foothills of S.B. from critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Jennifer Terran, who will be on grand piano and sing songs with singer/ songwriter Ada Sycamore Ray and Laura Mihalka on cello. Reservations are required to receive location. 7:30pm. The Barn, S.B. $25-$35. tinyurl.com/JenniferTerranConcert

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Children’s Creative Project (CCP) Presents 37th annual I Madonnari Street-Painting Festival View the chalk pastel street paintings that will be drawn by artists in front of the Old Mission for festival sponsors. Enjoy an authentic Italian market with an array of cuisine, live music, and shopping for specialty items at the Festival Store. Funds raised go toward CCP, which reaches more than 50,000 children annually in 100 S.B. County and San Luis Obispo County schools. 10am-6pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free imadonnarifestival.com

5/27: The Adderley School: Celebrating 30 Years Join Master of Ceremonies James Corden and Kenny Loggins in celebrating with a musical revue that will include alumni and luminaries performing moments from Cabaret, Pippin, Chicago, Into the Woods, and other Adderley Conservatory shows. Kenny Loggins will reunite with students to perform “Footloose.” Funds raised will go toward the Adderley School Foundation. 7pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. GA: $25-$50; premiere: $125-$250. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org

5/27-5/28: The Ojai Art Center’s 46th Annual Art in the Park This fine art showcase will feature paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and mixed media from regional artists. 10am-5pm. Libbey Park, 210 S. Signal St., Ojai. Free. Call (805) 646-0117. ojaiartcenter.org/artinthepark

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5/28: CAMA Presents Los Angeles Philharmonic See Gustavo Dudamel conduct Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92, as well as two world premieres of works by noted American composers Ellen Reid and Gabriella Smith, with cellist Gabriel Cabezas as soloist in Smith’s Lost Coast, inspired by her reflections on climate change. 4pm. The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. $36-$156. Call (805) 899-2222. ticketing.granadasb .org/events

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5/29: The Red Piano Church on Monday: The Rayford Bros. Take in the rockabilly, country-blues, and surf sound of this vintage-style rock band. 7:30pm. The Red Piano, 519 State St. Free Call (805) 358-1439. theredpiano.com

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5/28: The Santa Barbara Centre for Aerial Dance Presents La Escalada La Escalada (“The Climb”) distills the power and beauty of this ancient art form into a fresh mixture of kinetic movement that transitions seamlessly from floor to air. This breathtaking production will feature abstractions and compositions on trapeze, corde lisse, lyra, and aerial fabrics set to an exhilarating soundtrack of strings and percussion. 7pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. GA: $38-$52; VIP: $64. Call (805) 284-8785 or email hello@ sbaerial.com lobero.org

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5/31: MCC Cup of Culture Series: Yellow Rose See a screening of 2019’s Yellow Rose (PG-13) about a Filipino teen (Eva Noblezada) in rural Texas who longs to be a country music singer and has to choose between her family and her dreams. 6-8pm. MCC Theater, MultiCultural Ctr., UCSB. Free Call (805) 893-8411. tinyurl.com/YellowRoseMCC

5/31: Compassionate Care of Carpinteria (CCC) Light Shines Ahead Fifth Annual Luncheon Enjoy guest speakers and lunch among friends to celebrate the accomplishments and critical work of CCC over the past five years in their commitment to care for anyone experiencing the impact of serious illness or grieving the death of a loved one, free of charge. 11:30am-1:30pm. Rincon Beach Club, 3811 Santa Claus Ln., Carpinteria. tinyurl.com/LightShinesAheadCCC

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5/31:UCSB Arts & Lectures Presents Indigenous Multimedia Artist Nicholas Galanin: Let Them Enter Dancing and Showing Their Faces In this illustrated presentation, Nicholas Galanin, who is of Tlingit and Unangax descent and a citizen of Alaska’s Sitka Tribe, will explain how he employs materials and processes in his sculptures and multimedia installations that expand dialogue on Indigenous artistic production. 7:30pm. Campbell Hall, UCSB. Free. Call (805) 893-3535. artsand lectures.ucsb.edu/events

5/30: Chaucer’s Virtual Author Discussion: Kevin Chong Award-winning author Kevin Chong will discuss his new novel, The Double Life of Benson Yu, which follows what happens after 12-year-old Benny’s grandmother is hospitalized and he is left on his own in a 1980s Chinatown housing project with present-day interjections that reveal a darker backstory. Watch live via Zoom or YouTube. 7pm. Free. Call (805) 682-6787 or email events@chaucersbooks.com chaucersbooks.com/event tinyurl.com/ZoomKevinChong tinyurl.com/YouTubeKevinChong

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Out with the Old

He comes in March in black and gold Shouts from the top of the flowering oak — “Out with the drab, the grey, and the old” — Then hides himself in nature’s cloak

Abird I always associate with St. Patrick’s Day, because I invariably hear the first one of the year a few days on either side of March 17, is the hooded oriole. This year, perhaps because of the cooler weather, wintering birds didn’t depart their wintering grounds in Mexico until later than usual, and I didn’t see my first until early April. Now, however, wherever I go I’m hearing, and sometimes seeing, these stunning birds. They can be hard to miss as they cavort along tree-lined streets, the males flashing their brilliant yellow-orange and black finery.

Spring Birds Add Splashes of Color

Hooded orioles have an affinity for palm trees and often weave their hanging nests on the underside of palm fronds. The more cryptically colored green-andyellow females poke holes on the underside of palm fronds and push plant fibers through these holes, effectively sewing their hanging basket nests to the underside of the fronds.

Hooded orioles are one of the few bird species to have benefited from human activity. The planting of palm trees in parks and around houses has allowed the birds to spread north, and they are now found nesting in Humboldt County.

Despite their bright colors, hooded orioles can be difficult to spot as they move through dense foliage, often at the tops of trees. They are much easier to detect if you learn to recognize the chattering calls and jumbling birdsong. They also commonly give an up-slurred “wheep” call that carries for great distances. They feed on insects and spiders but are also fond of fruit and nectar. Indeed, they are

often drawn to hummingbird feeders. Occasionally, hooded orioles will spend the winter with us, often taking advantage of the food provided for hummingbirds.

Orioles, perhaps surprisingly, are members of the blackbird family, and like the other birds in the group, they have long, strong, pointed beaks. They use these bills to get at food that is unavailable to other birds and are able to open up flowers and dig into fruits for the juices.

Along with the orioles, other species have also arrived from the south and are settling in to nest, such as the bright-plumaged, black-headed grosbeak and yellow warbler. A few passage migrants birds that stop here for a short time on migration are still moving through, though these birds will have completed their travels by the month’s end. A few western tanagers red, yellow, and black denizens of the mountains are being seen along the creeks but will soon have moved on.

It’s been a disappointing spring for the numbers of migrants moving through our area. The prevailing theory is that, because there has been so much rain throughout the west, there has been an abundance of food in inland areas, meaning birds haven’t hugged the food-rich coastal strip as they often do. This also holds true for the hummingbird migration. In dry years, we often see great numbers of migrant hummingbirds rufous, black-chinned, and sometimes the diminutive calliope moving up the coast, but this year there is an abundance of nectar in the often-barren deserts so most birds have passed us by.

The resident Anna’s hummingbird, though, is still much in evidence. It is an early nester, sometimes raising young as early as January. In recent years, perhaps as a result of climate change, Allen’s hummingbirds, once largely a summer bird here, have become common residents. The males can easily be told from the Anna’s by their orange bellies and tails. Keep your eyes and ears open for our summer birds and especially the hooded oriole, which is perhaps our brightest harbinger of spring. n

Story and photos by Hugh Ranson, Member of the Santa Barbara Audubon Society

This male Anna’s hummingbird shows off his iridescent gorget.

The yellow warbler can be found nesting along our creeks.

The male hooded oriole is a real eye-popper.

The western tanager passes through Santa Barbara on the way to the mountains.

To the Tune of His Own Beat, Bryce Raymond Opens New Store

He wanted to play the drums, but as fate would have it (and because of the fact that drums were not offered), Bryce Raymond found himself playing the saxophone in his high school’s concert band. And then came the repairs. And then the music store: Raymond Music.

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CAUGHT IN THE RENTAL CRUNCH illustrated by Ben Ciccati

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Located off of Hollister Avenue, a little ways past Storke Road, lies the purveyor of instrument repair, rentals, and lessons in all things brass and woodwind. Owner Bryce Raymond instrument repairer extraordinaire recently held a grand opening for the music shop, but the actual vision for the store goes way back to his teenage years. It all began when his saxophone began to break, almost once a week, and he had to look for ways to fix it. So, he learned how to fix his saxophone. Once he mastered the saxophone, he began to buy used instruments, fix them, and resell them, and his entrepreneurial spirit was ignited.

“Throughout college, I did more. I had a small table that I set up inside my closet in my dorm room … I did repairs in this small closet. During that time, I had a friend who was the repair tech at one of the local stores. He said, ‘Well, come on in and you can use my tools and I can show you stuff. ’ … I figured out I really liked doing repairs and buy-

ing and selling stuff was actually a lot of fun. I just did that in all my free time. I was spending more time on that than any schooling.”

His mini business now successful in college, he needed to find a way to put everything he knew about instrument repair into something concrete. Enter Santa Barbara’s Nick Rail and Nick Rail Music.

Raymond was no exception to the pandemic’s employment crisis, and even with his degree in cyber security, he was having issues finding jobs. He eventually took the first position offered. By pure happenstance, that was an apprenticeship with Rail.

“He showed me the last little bit of what I needed to know and hone in the last bit of skills before he retired,” said Raymond.

Now that he had the confidence, knowledge, experience, and support, Raymond was on his way to opening his own store which is exactly what he did.

Raymond Music offers four main pillars: repairs, sales, lessons, and rentals. With Raymond well-versed in almost every instrument (“I play just about everything,” he said), he teaches most of the lessons in the soundproofed rooms his shop offers.

“I’m trying not to go too hard into any particular area because I want to be flexible. … Right now, it’s the repairs … but it’ll probably shift and change as we go along.”

His absolute favorite part about it all: getting to interact with customers, from repairs to lessons to good old sales advice. His musicianship and business qualities go hand-inhand, and “being in music without actually having to play music is super awesome.”

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Bryce Raymond (right) celebrating the opening on his new store, Raymond Music, in Goleta

I’ve Seen Fire and I’ve Seen Rain

Nature Watching the Natural Recovery of Arroyo

sheltered in the orchard where the paths between the trees were clear of brush.

Fresh tracks of foxes, coyotes, bobcats, and at least one mountain lion reassured us that other animals had survived, though we found a number of rodent skulls and the remains of a coyote. Almost all of the stick-pile nests of the big-eared woodrats had burned up, and we wondered how many of their residents had survived, though we saw some tree squirrels that had sheltered in the tallest sycamore.

Big hawks roosted in the trees watching for prey. And once we were surprised to see a blackened bush covered with bright, tiny, yellow things a flock of goldfinches. What joy to see color returning to the canyon.

Showers and Flowers

Despite years of drought, the winter of 2022 brought renewed hope for a wet season. We had two significant storms. With those rains, and the lengthening days as spring approached, came an almost miraculous awakening of plants, many of which we worried had been killed. Bay trees that had appeared dead sprouted madly from their bases, and most of the oaks and sycamores soon had new leaves along their branches. Ferns, which had not waited for the rain, were now flourishing in their special spots.

On October 11, 2021, I learned that Arroyo Hondo Preserve, where I work, was in the path of the Alisal Fire. I rushed to the canyon and saw the fire, with huge billowing smoke clouds, driven by fierce winds, racing downhill from the mountains to the Pacific.

The Lay of the Land

The preserve remained closed until May 2022; however, staff and a few dedicated volunteers continued to work. At first, I walked the trails, photographing the scene: smoking trees with deep cavities carved into their trunks, some burned down through to their roots. Others had open windows where fire had burned right through their trunks. Most trees had been scorched, some turned into curious sculptures, but what we didn’t know was which ones had actually been killed.

With spring came special wildflowers: delicate red fire poppies, blue large-flowered phacelias, pale yellow whispering bells, cream-colored ear drops, and others that are rarely seen except after fires. Other plants produced more flowers than usual, probably due to nutrients from the ash as well as absence of shade from surrounding plants. We saw luxuriant giant stream orchids, unusually abundant golden stars, mariposa lilies, and a host of others.

Within a few days, we realized the huge impact the fire had upon the preserve. For all the many visitors who had enjoyed the immense biodiversity of Arroyo Hondo over the years, the scorched earth left from the fire may have seemed like a hopeless tragedy. But for me, as a botanist, I knew this was the beginning of an exciting time watching how this beautiful canyon would recover.

Fires in Mediterranean climates such as ours are welldocumented. We know that many native plants and animals are especially adapted to survive recurrent wildfires. What I could not know at the time was what a variety of intense weather conditions Arroyo Hondo would experience in the next few years. The following is the tale of how a resilient regional ecosystem responded to devastating fires and torrential rains.

The scene, recently painted in autumn greens and golds, was now a monotonous expanse of blacks and browns. On the steepest slopes, clad with the oldest chaparral, the fire burned hottest. Only charred shrubs remained. Gray ash covered the bare, baked soil. When we tried to climb up a slope, the soil slid out beneath us.

The surface was so fragile that we wondered what would happen when it rained. But long before any rains, green fern fronds, blades of grass, and even mushrooms began pushing up through the blackened leaf litter.

The old adobe and the barn also survived intact. Cattle and sheep had recently grazed the front part of the canyon, and this, combined with fire crews who bulldozed the surrounding area, saved the buildings.

At first, all was eerily silent. What animals would survive such an inferno? But soon we saw signs of life: A big rattlesnake slithered over the blackened earth, and the canyon’s resident deer herd, looking thinner than a few weeks before, began to quietly return. We speculated that they had

Along the stream, the pools were covered with ash, yet fish, at first, could still be seen. But that changed after the two rain storms of that winter (2021-2022).We often talk about devastation caused by wildfires, but it is really the combination of fires plus the floods that follow that cause the greatest changes to ecosystems.

Although those rains were unusually high along the coast, the burned mountains above received much more precipitation. Ashy mud soon covered a flat area below the slopes. Floodwater, carrying gravel, rocks, and branches, changed the creek habitat. Pools were obliterated, and the creek bed became wider and flatter.

Our rare turtles, frogs, and newts survived, but the entire population of rainbow trout and/or steelhead vanished from Arroyo Hondo Creek. This creek is known to be an important steelhead spawning stream, and we do not know how long it will take before the rare Southern California steelhead return.

The big floods of this winter (2022-2023) have further changed the course of the creek. Much fine sediment has been washed out, and the creek bed is now lined with big clean cobbles and boulders. New pools are forming, and these should provide good habitat for aquatic animals. The water is sparkling and clear, and it flows fast to the ocean. A big pool has formed at the estuary once more, and we hope for a pair of mature southern steelhead to enter this pool from the ocean, swim upstream through the man-made fish passage under Highway 101, spawn, and repopulate the stream.

The ever-changing Arroyo Hondo has given us all, visitors and scientists alike, an opportunity to witness the natural recovery of a resilient ecosystem after fire and flood a uniquely Californian recovery. n

Story and Photos by Sally Isaacson

The fire coming over the Arroyo Hondo Preserve

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Oat Bakery Expands to Old Town Goleta

When Oat Bakery suddenly became the darling of Santa Barbara’s bread scene about six years ago, no one was more surprised than founders Louise and Lou Fontana. The couple was merely indulging a fondness for breads from her native Denmark, but their homemade renditions made for brisk pop-up sales at the Juice Ranch, which led to a tiny brick-and-mortar shop on West Haley Street.

“In the beginning, we were just playing bakery,” said Louise, who moved to Santa Barbara to be with Lou in 2016, the year after they met in a Florida bar. “My mom would teach me how to bake over FaceTime. I had never baked anything in my life at the time.”

Spreading Danish Bread Culture from Retail to Wholesale

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Last fall, this out-of-the-blue bakery took the next step: opening a wholesale operation from a large kitchen in Old Town Goleta, which allows them to better serve loyal locals with two locations while expanding into delivery for customers far beyond Santa Barbara. They’re also selling prepared sandwiches, toasts, soups, and salads in the airy space on Magnolia Avenue during the daytime hours, hosting occasional classes with guest bakers, and planning to break into special dinners down the road.

“The idea is to highlight our bread in ways that show people how to eat it,” said Louise of the location’s everchanging menu. “We do have untraditional breads, and people don’t know what to do with shiitake-shallot sourdough or our superseed bread.”

It’s not like their flavorful, texturally dynamic breads need any help. But what they’re doing with them in Goleta is decidedly delicious while stunningly simple, a testament to how quality ingredients don’t need excess to excel. Recent focaccia-fillers included dry-cured ham, farmstead cheese, arugula, and Dijon; Motley Crew Ranch–raised turkey on whole-grain with French butter, Dijon, and arugula; and vegan jalapeño spread with butter lettuce, cilantro, basil, and avocado. There’s been soupy Rancho Gordo lima beans with buttered bread, spiced citrus granola bowls, and snap peas and goat cheese quiche.

And there’s drip coffee made from Prolog beans that Louise’s friend roasts in Copenhagen. “We are the only people in America that sell them,” she said. But don’t expect fancy mochas or flavored cappuccinos. That’s intentional, as they actually got rid of an espresso machine that came with the building. “You can go around the corner and get a great latte,” said Lou of the nearby Old Town Coffee. “We don’t want to mess with that.”

That conscientious strategy to not step on existing toes goes back to the beginning. “We don’t do croissants for a reason,” said Louise, nodding to those made by Renaud’s Bakery. “That’s also why we don’t do baguettes. You can get baguettes at many places in town.”

Instead, they bake a variety of sourdoughs (charcoalsesame, seeded, country-style, focaccia), numerous nutty breads (date-almond, pumpkin seed, and superseed), and flavored loafs like sage-garlic and that shiitake-shallot. There’s Danish rye, of course; the popular “Hygge Bun,” a slightly sweet morning treat with walnuts, dates, cinna-

mon, and cardamom; and a rotating cast of seasonal favorites and one-off experiments.

The ingredient sourcing is key, usually organic for the flavorings, with the base of quality flours from Utah’s Central Milling and occasionally California’s Tehachapi Grain Project. Though the initial, and still common, notion that the bakery is gluten-free was never the case, Oat Bakery is one of the modern bakeries reminding American eaters that healthy flours don’t usually cause gut issues (celiac and serious allergies aside).

The bakery is the latest tenant in this storied space whose long patio along the mostly quiet Magnolia Avenue sits a half-block from the traffic of Hollister Avenue. For decades, it was home to the Mexican grocery store La Esmeralda Market, whose founder’s granddaughter still lives on the property (and is the landlord). Goodland Kitchen occupied the space from 2011 to 2019, and then Lemon & Coriander briefly opened in 2020 before the pandemic shut it down. All along the way, the commercial kitchen served as an incubator to countless food purveyors and pop-ups, many of which remain players in the regional scene.

After selling out daily and turning down so many orders because they just couldn’t bake enough in their old space, the Fontanas realized that the large kitchen could bolster their existing retail needs while opening the wholesale market to places like the popular Los Angeles delivery service Flamingo Estate. They installed the ovens required for sourdough and specialty baking, brought in all new equipment, and handled the design themselves, trading architect Jeff Shelton bread for some of his tiles. The result combines a stark neo-Nordic vibe with friendly warmth, reflecting the bubbly couple’s affinity for putting “We Loaf You” on their packaging.

“We wouldn’t be anything without the community support and our team,” said Lou, explaining that many of their

employees have stuck around since being hired. “Having a bakery really connects you with people.”

Raised in Ventura County and educated at SBCC in the early 2000s, he worked in video production for his first career, producing commercials and winning two Emmys for the Santa Barbara public television show Backbeat, which highlighted efforts to “use music to make a positive impact on your community.” But while that work granted the chance to travel the world he was filming a cruise campaign when he met Louise on her Florida vacation it wasn’t all that meaningful.

“I would call film production glorified construction,” laughed Lou, who rarely saw the actual impact of his commercial work. Baking, which was brand-new to him as well, is a full-circle experience, using your two hands to craft a custom product that immediately makes people happy. As he explained, “The whole process is really fulfilling.”

For Louise, Oat Bakery continues to be a daily love letter from her homeland. “As a Dane, I eat bread two times a day,” she said. “We are bringing that Danish bread culture to California.”

231 Magnolia Ave., Goleta; (805) 845-4300; oatbakery.com

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OUT-OF-THE-BLUE BAKERS: Louise and Lou Fontana started baking about six years ago to connect with her Danish upbringing, but that quickly grew into Oat Bakery, which opened a second location and wholesale headquarters in Old Town Goleta last fall.

BREADS 101: The small menu at Oat Bakery is designed in part to teach people what to do with the creative sourdoughs, focaccias, buns, and other baked goods that come out of the kitchen.

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Few structures are more recognizable than the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Though it looks indestructible, in truth, this magnificent building is deteriorating from age and environmental impacts. If you look closely you will see crumbling sandstone, failed mortar joints, loss of ornamental stone features, cracking tiles and fading paint. Please join us in our mission to restore our Courthouse to its original glory and ensure it is protected for generations to come.

The mission of the Courthouse Legacy Foundation (CLF) is to fund the conservation, preservation, restoration, enhancement, and educational legacy of the Santa Barbara Courthouse. The CLF also aims to create greater awareness of the Courthouse as an architectural treasure, a living cultural resource, and cultural icon for our community.

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All conservation projects adhere to the Department of the Interior Standards for the care of a National Historic Landmark.

Notable Courthouse Legacy Foundation projects include:

The Spirit of the Ocean Fountain: Years of exposure took its toll on the delicate sandstone and degraded it so much that a replacement was the only solution. The $760,000 project was funded by community supporters.

The Mural Room: Considered the Jewel in the Crown of the Courthouse, the mural room, was in much need of restoration following an electrical fire that caused smoke damage. The Couthouse Legacy Foundation raised $575,000 to restore the the entire room including the impressive 4,200 square feet of hand painted murals.

The Great Arch has been visibility deteriorating for many years. A coating that had been applied to the sandstone decades ago was causing deterioration on the Anacapa side and biological growth and pollution had badly stained the sandstone on the Garden side. Thanks to community supporters, $250,000 was raised and the surface treatment, using dry ice and localized micro air abrasion, will be completed in 2023.

While we are thrilled with the results of the surface treatment, our work is not done. The Courthouse Legacy Foundation is now focused on raising funds to address damage to the sandstone blocks, failed mortar joints, and loss of ornamental stone features on the Great Arch.

If the stonework is not repaired, it will continue to deteriorate, leading to an ongoing rise in the cost of future restoration efforts, or worse, a need to replace entire pieces of the Arch. We need to address these issues now, before the Great Arch, a major architectural component of our beloved historic landmark, is compromised.

The current Great Arch Conservation project budget is $796,250 of which we have raised $327,000. We are completing the work in phases as we raise funds from individuals, grants and special events.

conservation project The Great Arch courthouse

A Brief History of the

Since 1855 the site of our Courthouse has been the home of local government and a place of civic pride and celebration. Designed by William Moser III, the Spanish Colonial Revival style building was completed in 1929 after the 1925 earthquake destroyed much of the city including the original Greek-Revival courthouse. Today, thousands of visitors from around the world come to admire and tour our architectural masterpiece. For locals, the Courthouse is Santa Barbara’s most cherished landmark. The Courthouse was designated a Santa Barbara City Landmark in 1981, a California State Historic Landmark in 2003 and National Historic Landmark in 2005.

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awareness ◆ fundraising without the courthouse legacy foundation

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the staggering preservation and restoration requirements of a Landmark structure (over and above general maintenance and upkeep requirements) would not be possible.

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The County of Santa Barbara is responsible for the general maintenance of the Courthouse along with over 400 other buildings under their care, but it does not have the funds or resources to carry out historic conservation projects. Since 2006, a partnership between Santa Barbara County and the Courthouse Legacy Foundation exists to preserve the Courthouse. Our Memorandum of Understanding outlines projects for conservation and restoration.

The current five year plan seeks to raise $3,273,850 to carry out six critical projects including:

• The Great Arch Conservation Project - $469,250 remains to be raised

• The Rotunda Conservation Project will address painted surfaces, repairing the Spanish-style hanging lantern and installing lighting to illuminate the ceilingApproximate cost of $232,500

• The Law Library Conservation Project will replace missing ceiling elements and repair damage to the ceiling - Approximate cost of $525,000

• Interior Painted and Stained Surface ConservationApproximate cost of $370,000

• Hall of Records and Main Building and Annex Plinth (Stone and plaster base) Conservation - Approximate cost for Hall of Records $780,000 and the approximate cost for the Main Building and Annex $570,000

Your gift to the Courthouse Legacy Foundation will help us to fulfill our mission to preserve and restore the magnificent Santa Barbara Courthouse for the benefit of the community and visiting public for generations to come.

We thank you for joining our efforts!

Gifts can be made online at: www.sbclf.org

Gifts can also be sent to:

Santa Barbara Courthouse Legacy Foundation (SBCLF) PO Box 91459

Santa Barbara, CA 93190

You may also designate contributions to the endowment fund, bequests or other planned giving to the Courthouse Legacy Foundation by joining the Courthouse Legacy Society with your pledge.

The Courthouse Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation, preservation, restoration, enhancement, and educational legacy of the Santa Barbara Courthouse. Tax ID # 20-1174366

Cover photo of the Courthouse by Jeffrey Sipress. Inside overhead photo of the Courthouse by Mike Eliason. Mural Room photo by Ciro Coelho Photography.

The Rotunda taken from the first floor

Water damage on painted surfaces

Law Library ceiling

Little Dom’s Announces Summer Series

Little Dom’s Seafood, a popular locally sourced seafood destination in Carpinteria, will be launching its first-ever Santa Maria Grill Summer Series on Saturday, May 27, from noon–4 p.m. Kicking off over Memorial Day weekend, Little Dom’s Seafood co-owner, executive chef, and grill expert Brandon Boudet pays homage to California’s signature barbecue style with a menu of seafood, meat, and veggie dishes made on the restaurant’s own Santa Maria Grill. The event will be located in Little Dom’s Seafood’s breezy outdoor parking lot, which will be converted into a summer picnic setting complete with picnic tables, and guests can enjoy the restaurant’s special Santa Maria Grill menu alongside a selection of beer, wine, and cocktails for a quintessential California BBQ experience.

A neighborhood dining landmark known for offering some of the freshest, locally sourced, seasonal seafood dishes in the region, Little Dom’s Seafood’s Summer Grill Series menu will feature: BBQ oysters ($6 each), ½ grilled artichoke ($7), roasted corn with basil and parmesan ($9), Calabrese chicken wings ($18), tri-tip sandwich with saba BBQ sauce ($18), and warm Maine lobster roll with butter on brioche ($28).

In addition to the Summer BBQ Series menu, patrons seated inside and along the sidewalk can order from the restaurant’s full menu. Little Dom’s Seafood’s Santa Maria Grill Summer Series will take place the fourth Saturday of each month through Labor Day weekend. Dates include: May 27, June 24, July 22, August 26, and September 2. See ldseafood.com.

ISLAND BREWING WINS MEDAL: More than 10,000 beers from 2,376 breweries spanning 51 nations were judged by 272 judges at the World Beer

Cup in Nashville, Tennessee. I am told that the event is known as the most prestigious beer judging competition in the world. Island Brewing Company’s Starry Night Stout went on to claim silver in the Export Stout category. Export Stouts are a type of dark beer characterized by dark, robust flavors and a higher alcohol content than a typical stout. Starry Night Stout is the brewery’s most award-winning beer and had previously won an award at the event, having won a gold in 2012.

NEW HAPPY HOUR AT SUSHI BAR 29: This just in from Sushi Bar 29 (formerly Yume Sushi) at 1134 Chapala Street: “Hi Restaurant Guy, I would like to share a dinner happy hour deal at Sushi Bar 29 with you. Happy hour is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday. The menu includes tap beer, hot or cold sake and wine, and also some new appetizers (not on the regular menu) like crispy seaweed roll, crab nuggets, tempura green bean, etc. Thank you, Denise.”

FROM BUTCHER TO BIKES: In January 2018, the 805 Deli at 135 East Carrillo Street closed and posted a sign that read “For all our customers, 805 Deli will be closed for the month of January for remodeling. We will be open February first.” The deadline came and went and there was no activity until December 2019, when the name of the business posted on the front of the building was changed to “The 805 Hazy and Deli,” prompting much speculation on what the addition of “hazy” to the name means. By April 2022, a new floor had been added and the row of refrigerators remained in place, suggesting that an eatery of some sort was still on its way. I drove by yesterday and noticed that the restaurant days are over and that the building is now the home of Open Air Bicycles.

GREAT GRILLS: Little Dom’s Seafood in Carpinteria is bringing out their Santa Maria Grill for a series of summer specials.

JOHN DICKSON

PAVING THE WAY TO EXCELLENCE IN ARTS EDUCATION

I MADONNARI STREET PAINTING FESTIVAL AT THE SANTA BARBARA MISSION

POETIC CONNECTIONS

One of Santa Barbara’s most vibrant and colorful celebrations hits the pavement this weekend: the Children’s Creative Project’s (CCP) 37th annual I Madonnari Street Painting Festival.

Inspired by the International Street Painting Competition in Grazie di Curtatone, Italy, I Madonnari has been a Memorial Day weekend tradition since its creation as a fundraiser in 1987 (by former CCP executive director Kathy Koury) as the first festival of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Now there are more than 100 similar street painting festivals throughout the U.S., Canada, and Central and South America but there’s still something uniquely special about ours.

CCP Executive Director Kai Tepper, who took over when Koury retired in 2022, has a special place in her heart for I Madonnari, which takes place at this year at the Santa Barbara Mission from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on May 27, 28, and 29.

“Having grown up in Santa Barbara, I have early memories of seeing some of the incredible street paintings on the pavement, weeks and even months after they had been initially created. I was always mesmerized by the caliber of some of the artists and took notice of the wide range of different businesses that support such an art-centric event. It always felt like a ‘locals’ takeover’ of the asphalt in front of the Old Mission,” said Tepper.

The featured artist this year is Lorelle Miller, a California-based artist who is nationally known for her work as a “Madonnara,” (street painter) in festivals throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Norway.

Working on “street paintings” is a special skill requiring a deep understanding of perspective, light, and shading, as well as excellent stamina and a strong back.

As Tepper discovered, “Several years ago, while I was still working with another arts organization in town, I had an opportunity to create a street painting with chalk, which was a challenge considering I am an out-of-practice oil painter. I was overly ambitious and signed up to do a square that was perhaps larger than was adequate for my skill level at the time. I will never forget the adrenaline I felt in trying to conquer that black asphalt in the span of three exciting days.”

She continued, “I don’t remember if the piece was ever fully complete or not, but I’ll never forget the organic and joyful collaboration that happened between friends and strangers over the course of those three festival days. Now I get to be part of a community project that helps give other people the same opportunities to experience the spontaneity of experiencing joy through creative collaboration.”

Not only is the festival a beautiful and colorful communal experience, but it’s also an important fundraiser to bring vital arts programs to our county’s schools.

“As a program service of Santa Barbara County Education Office, Children’s Creative Project is uniquely situated as a nonprofit organization to provide critical pathways to arts experiences and opportunities for students across Santa Barbara County and throughout the 805 region,” said Tepper. “We believe that the arts should be an essential part of every student’s experience, beginning with early childhood development and following them through elementary and secondary education.”

While CCP has historically focused on serving elementary schools, Tepper shared that they are now looking at ways to increase capacity to ensure that the arts are accessible to students of all backgrounds in every grade and every school. Funds raised from I Madonnari support the hiring of professional teaching artists to work with schools through artist in residency workshops, provide matching funds to sponsor touring artists to present at schools, and support an investment in our expansion into after-school and summer school programs.

Poetry, by its very nature, is an intimate art form. Featuring readings and dialogue with Santa Barbara Poet Laureate Melinda Palacio and Youth Poet Laureate Madeline Miller, the May 15 Intimate Poetry Pairing was a beautifully nourishing evening matching deeply personal revelations and conversations with a common table of people who care about the written word.

In welcoming guests to the event presented by Santa Barbara Women’s Literary Voices (SBWLV) and the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, which provided gathering space at the Covarrubias Adobe SBWLV board member Juliet Velarde Betita reflected on some of the pairings for the salon, such as “generations of women’s voices … and also pairing of developmental stages of where women are coming from in their lives. I also thought of brown and white pairing and ethnic identity. And then I thought of the best part, which is the pairing of the firsts: the first Chicana Latina poet laureate, and the first young woman called poet laureate.”

The contrasts between the work the two poets picked to share that night was an interesting blend between Palacio’s deeply personal stories of family and identity and Miller’s understandably angry responses to current events such as the reversal of Roe v. Wade. While this represented just a small sampling of what each of them explores in their writing, it did an excellent job of representing the purpose of SBWLV, which is to amplify and celebrate a variety of women’s voices and experiences, as well as enhance the work of women writers who share a commitment to literacy, diversity, and social justice.

Elaborating on a discussion about censorship that came after the readings, SBWLV board member Lauren Trujillo said, “We want to provide that space to communicate, to have conversations, and have hard conversations about censorship around a common table, where we can all activate each other and inspire each other to do something about it, or to be ready when it comes.” —LD

—Leslie Dinaberg

“It took me many years to finally discover that I Madonnari is in fact a fundraiser for Children’s Creative Project (whose programs I also benefited from in local public elementary schools),” said Tepper. “That discovery made the festival that much more meaningful to me. It’s truly amazing to see local youth, artists of all ages, and people from all over the U.S. as well as other countries coming together to make this festival happen.”

For information on future literary events, visit sbwomensliteraryvoices.org.

Youth Poet Laureate Madeline Miller (left) and Santa Barbara Poet Laureate Melinda Palacio

I Madonnari takes place from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on May 27, 28, and 29.

CHILDREN’S CREATIVE PROJECT PHOTOS

A bird’s-eye view of I Madonnari at the Santa Barbara Mission

DUDAMEL AND COMPANY, PREN.Y.C., AT THE GRANADA

AND COMPANY, PREN.Y.C., AT THE GRANADA

When the Los Angeles Philharmonic returns to The Granada Theatre on Sunday afternoon, May 28, it will ostensibly be one of the less surprising turns of Santa Barbara’s 2022-23 classical music season, now in its twilight moment. The pact between the venerable orchestra-hosting organization Community Arts Music Association (CAMA) and the L.A. Phil, after all, is one that goes back more than a century.

But the L.A. Phil, as we have come to learn in its past two decades of rising sharply in the ranks of international orchestras, is anything but a predictable SoCal group, or one we should take for granted. Under the care and vision of previous conductor (and composer) Esa-Pekka Salonen, in charge for 17 years, until 2009, L.A.’s primary orchestra experienced great upward mobility in terms of its sense of adventure in programming, ensemble strength, and status on the world stage. Salonen, now head of the San Francisco Symphony, led the L.A. Phil several times at the Granada under the CAMA rubric.

Sunday’s concert has at least two extenuating circumstances making it a special occasion. For one, this will be one of the last chances to hear the sublime orchestra with its current maestro Gustavo Dudamel at the helm, before he heads east to take the music director position with the New York Philharmonic in 2026.

Even more intriguing, the upcoming L.A. Phil program is the freshest and most forward-leaning of the entire season of CAMA concerts (which can tend to be on the conservative side), with not one but two premieres in store. Sunday’s new fare will also have the benefit of the scores having been warmed up by earlier performances in L.A.

While the concert’s second half turns to Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, the first half consists of brand-new works by composers who happen to be women Ellen Reid’s West Coast Sky Eternal, and Lost Coast: Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, by the impressive young composer Gabriella Smith. Reid is a composer and sound artist, based in New York and Los Angeles, who won a 2019 Pulitzer Prize for her opera Prism Smith, a Bay Area–bred composer with a strong commitment to and interest in environmental issues and influences, was previously commissioned by the L.A. Phil to write her organ concerto, Breathing Forests. She has made a deep impression in the 805 before, as one of the most captivating of the cavalcade of young composers in the 2021 Ojai Music Festival, under artistic director John Adams’s guidance. Her new piece features cellist Gabriel Cabezas, whose connection with the composer can be heard on the 2021 album Lost Coast. Consider it a warm-up to the new concerto.

As it happens, the L.A. Phil has used its Santa Barbara–timed appearances in the service of new music before, notably in 2018, when its Granada/ CAMA concert birthed the dynamic new piece Threshold, by L.A. Phil percussionist Joseph Pereira (also connected with the Music Academy).

Kudos go out to SoCal’s world-class orchestra for livening up the orchestral palette in our town.

See camasb.org.

—Josef Woodard

THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT AT UCSB

THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT AT UCSB

In a derelict bathhouse, Judas Iscariot waits for judgment. He’s not in heaven, but he’s also not in hell, and the question of whether his betrayal of Jesus is worthy of forgiveness drives the narrative of this play by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis. Directed by experimental theater and performance artist Kendra Ware, and presented by the UCSB Department of Theater & Dance, The Last Days of Judas Iscariot brings characters of questionable morality (such as Satan and Pontius Pilate) to Judas’s “trial” to explore guilt and forgiveness. It’s a courtroom drama, says Ware, but there’s no court. Instead, there’s an empty pool in a decaying structure that represents, on some level, our crumbling justice system.

Guirgis is a New York City playwright, and Ware says that the text of this play reflects his upbringing in the melting pot of N.Y.C. “It’s an interesting juxtaposition,” she says, “of how he uses the gumbo of New York City with these classical characters.” She calls it an “Americanization” of the idea of purgatory that aligns with our modern cultural understanding of judgment, persecution, and how long punishment should last. In some ways, says Ware, it can be seen as an allegory for our treatment of prisoners.

The Last Days of Judas Iscariot also promises to be a

particularly stylized production with what Ware calls an avant-garde vision. “In thinking about style, I would say I am using an absurdist jazz aesthetic approach to this piece,” she says. “I am collaging with classic images and remixing them with the contemporary to make something altogether new.”

“The students are so hardworking,” says Ware. “They come out looking like professionals. I’m very proud of them. This production is going to be a great gift to the community.”

—Maggie Yates

The Last Days of Judas Iscariot runs from May 25–June 4 at the Performing Arts Theater at UCSB and features an ensemble of student performers. See theaterdance.ucsb.edu.

ORGANIC PERSPECTIVES BY YOUNG ARTISTS

ORGANIC PERSPECTIVES BY YOUNG ARTISTS

Though they may not yet have the vocabulary to express themselves with pinpoint specificity through language, preschool-aged children do have the ability to create physical manifestations of their knowledge and emotional state through art. Case in point, Bright Start, a local Reggio Emilia–inspired preschool and early childhood education center, will display the work of their young community with an art show called Organic Perspectives.

This exhibit, on view at the Helena Mason Art Gallery from May 26-29, offers interactive experiences as well as paintings and sculptures made by the children.

The inspiration behind this artwork is the exploration of nature that Bright Start encourages as an integral aspect of their program.

“The Reggio experience is about the children creating their own knowledge,” says Marcela Caceres Gelinas, the director and founder of Bright Start.

“They are the protagonists of the learning; they’re not empty vessels that you have to fill with knowledge.

They have knowledge; they just need to make connections.” This approach not only encourages the children to notice details and develop a strong empathy for the natural world, but it also fosters revelations based on the information gleaned from the five senses. This allows the young explorers to build expertise organically through analysis and discovery.

The children have spent the year focusing on local ecological specimens, such as bamboo, redwoods, lavender, and soil. The resulting artwork indicates the beginnings of a complex understanding of the artists’ environment. The gallery exhibition will also feature documentation of the learning process, which provides added context for each piece on display. “We have a very high image of children in this philosophy,” says Gelinas.

“These are 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds with lots to say. They’re very creative, and the creativity needs to shine.”

Organic Perspectives is on view at the Helena Mason Art Gallery (48 Helena Ave.) from May 26-29 from noon to 5 p.m.

Gustavo Dudamel

LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC ASSOCIATION INGRID BOSTROM

JEFF LIANG

The Last Days of Judas Iscariot is presented by the UCSB Department of Theater & Dance May 25–June 4.

Bright Start founder Marcela Caceres Gelinas in front of her students’ work

All Things Food

In this week’s episode, Todd Schulkin, executive director of the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts, talks about how Julia Child inspired the culinary world to know where your food comes from.

ARIES

(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): My reading of the astrological omens inspires me to make a series of paradoxical predictions for you. Here are five scenarios I foresee as being quite possible in the coming weeks. (1) An epic journey to a sanctuary close to home. (2) A boundary that doesn’t keep people apart but brings them closer. (3) A rambunctious intervention that calms you down and helps you feel more at peace. (4) A complex process that leads to simple clarity. (5) A visit to the past that empowers you to redesign the future.

TAURUS

(Apr. 20-May 20): Do you want a seed to fulfill its destiny? You must bury it in the ground. There, if it’s able to draw on water and the proper nutrients, it will break open and sprout. Its life as a seed will be over. The plant it eventually grows into will look nothing like its source. We take this process for granted, but it’s always a miracle. Now let’s invoke this story as a metaphor for what you are hopefully on the verge of, Taurus. I invite you to do all that’s helpful and necessary to ensure your seed germinates!

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): Your meandering trek through the Unpromised Land wasn’t as demoralizing as you feared. The skirmish with the metaphorical dragon was a bit disruptive, but hey, you are still breathing and walking around and even seem to have been energized by the weird thrill of the adventure. The only other possible downside was the new dent in your sweet dream. But I suspect that, in the long run, that imperfection will inspire you to work even harder on behalf of your sweet dream and this will be a blessing. Here’s another perk: The ordeal you endured effectively cleaned out stale old karma, freeing up space for a slew of fresh help and resources.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): Testing time is ahead, but don’t get your nerves in an uproar with fantasy-spawned stress. For the most part, your challenges and trials will be interesting, not unsettling. There will be few if any trick questions. There will be straightforward prods to stretch your capacities and expand your understanding. Bonus! I bet you’ll get the brilliant impulse to shed the ball and chain you’ve been absentmindedly carrying around with you.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): Biologist Edward O. Wilson said that the most social animals are ants, termites, and honeybees. He used the following criteria to define that description: “altruism, instincts devoted to social life, and the tightness of the bonds that turn colonies into virtual superorganisms.” I’m going to advocate that you regard ants, termites, and honeybees as teachers and role models for you. The coming weeks will be a great time to boost your skill at socializing and networking. You will be wise to ruminate about how you could improve your life by enhancing your ability to cooperate with others. And remember to boost your altruism!

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Jack Sarfatti is an authentic but maverick physicist born under the sign of Virgo. He suggests that if we make ourselves receptive and alert, we may get help from our future selves. They are trying to communicate good ideas to us back through time. Alas, most of us don’t believe such a thing is feasible, so we aren’t attuned to the potential help. I will encourage you to transcend any natural skepticism you might have about Sarfatti’s theory. As a fun experiment, imagine that the Future You has an important transmission for you maybe several transmissions. For best results, formulate three specific questions to pose to the Future You.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I have five points for your consideration.

(1) You are alive in your mysterious, endlessly interesting life, and you are imbued with the fantastically potent power of awareness. How could you not feel thrilled? (2) You’re on a planet that’s always surprising, and you’re in

an era when so many things are changing that you can’t help being fascinated. How could you not feel thrilled?

(3) You have some intriguing project to look forward to, or some challenging but engaging work you’re doing, or some mind-bending riddle you’re trying to solve. How could you not feel thrilled? (4) You’re playing the most enigmatic game in the universe, also known as your destiny on Earth, and you love ruminating on questions about what it all means. How could you not feel thrilled?

(5) You never know what’s going to happen next. You’re like a hero in an epic movie that is endlessly entertaining. How could you not feel thrilled?

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Trust those that you have helped to help you in their turn,” advises Scorpio author Neil Gaiman. Let’s make that one of your mantras for the coming weeks. In my astrological understanding, you are due to cash in on favors you have bestowed on others. The generosity you have expressed should be streaming back your way in abundance. Be bold about welcoming the bounty. In fact, I hope you will nudge and prompt people, if necessary, to reward you for your past support and blessings.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): So many of us are starved to be listened to with full attention. So many of us yearn to be seen and heard and felt by people who are skilled at receptive empathy. How many of us? I’d say the figure is about 99.9 percent. That’s the bad news, Sagittarius. The good news is that in the coming weeks, you will have an exceptional ability to win the attention of good listeners. To boost the potential healing effects of this opportunity, here’s what I recommend: Refine and deepen your own listening skills. Express them with panache.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Because you’re a Capricorn, earthiness is probably one of your strengths. It’s your birthright to be practical and sensible and well-grounded. Now and then, however, your earthiness devolves into muddiness. You get too sober and earnest. You’re bogged down in excess pragmatism. I suspect you may be susceptible to such a state these days. What to do? It may help if you add elements of air and fire to your constitution, just to balance things out. Give yourself a secret nickname with a fiery feel, like Blaze, or a crispy briskness, like Breezy. What else could you do to rouse fresh, glowing vigor, Breezy Blaze even a touch of wildness?

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I love to use metaphors in my writing, but I hate to mix unrelated metaphors. I thrive on referring to poetry, sometimes even surrealistic poetry, but I try to avoid sounding like a lunatic. However, at this juncture in your hero’s journey, Aquarius, I frankly feel that the most effective way to communicate with you is to offer you mixed metaphors and surrealist poetry that border on sounding lunatic. Why? Because you seem primed to wander around on the edges of reality. I’m guessing you’ll respond best to a message that’s aligned with your unruly mood. So here goes: Get ready to surf the spiritual undertow all the way to the teeming wilderness on the other side of the cracked mirror. Ignore the provocative wasteland on your left and the intriguing chaos on your right. Stay focused on the stars in your eyes and devote yourself to wild joy.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): “The gift of patience opens when our body, heart, and mind slow enough to move in unison.” So says Piscean poet Mark Nepo. I feel confident you are about to glide into such a grand harmony, dear Pisces. Through a blend of grace and your relaxed efforts to be true to your deepest desires, your body, heart, and mind will synchronize and synergize. Patience will be just one of the gifts you will receive. Others include: a clear vision of your most beautiful future, a lucid understanding of what will be most meaningful to you in the next three years, and a profound sense of feeling at home in the world wherever you go.

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Demonstrated experience in providing sound guidance to supervisory staff concerning performance evaluations, disciplinary actions and employee / labor relations in both a collective bargaining and non‑represented environment. Demonstrated experience collaborating and communicating with partners to resolve problems.

Demonstrated experience developing and promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the workplace through concrete practices. Notes: Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory completion of criminal history background check. Possess journey level certification or equivalent combination of experience and/ or education in one or more trade specialty. Hiring/Budgeted Salary Range: $155,000/yr.‑$175,000/yr. Full

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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, REGIONAL GIVING

OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT

Work with donor prospects to optimize philanthropy to benefit UC Santa Barbara and to support the priorities of the Regional & Parent Giving Team as well as Central Development. Primary emphasis is on the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual prospects (alumni, parents and friends) and when appropriate, foundations and corporations. Focus will be on organizing donor outreach to secure new and renewing annual gifts ($1,000+), with an added emphasis on building and maintaining an active pipeline of $1,000 ‑ $25,000 gifts and the development of several $100,000 single‑gift prospects. Tasks include prospecting, managing an annual giving program, developing online and social media giving strategies, and helping to identify, cultivate and solicit major gift prospects starting at $25,000. With regard to major gift prospects, develops and executes individual prospect strategies to maximize philanthropic support. Focuses about 70% of his/ her time on direct fundraising and fundraising outreach activities; 30% is focused on other activities,

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including administrative duties, such as planning and coordinating; supporting volunteer engagement; partnering with departments on their alumni and parent outreach strategies; and strategic development events for donor cultivation and stewardship purposes.

Build and maintain an active prospect pipeline moving from an unqualified lead to donor. Develop and execute individual prospect development strategies. Organize and/or assist with cultivation and stewardship events in support of University fundraising goals and Regional Giving

programs and is responsible for the planning, marketing, implementation and follow‑up on the events s/ he plans, executes and/or supports.

Reqs: Bachelor’s degree, thorough working knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques, and location, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.

Strong knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc.; strong written and interpersonal communication skills to establish and

maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies; strong organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills, including skills in creative and effective decision‑making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and project management skills, and strong skills in maintaining confidentiality. Notes: This is an annually renewable contract position with no limit on total duration;

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EMPLOYMENT (CONT.)

flexibility and willingness to travel frequently; ability to work some weekends and evenings; satisfactory criminal history background check.

Budgeted/Hiring Salary Range:

$75,800‑$87,000/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #53159

BUILDING MANAGER

CALIFORNIA NANOSYSTEMS

INSTITUTE (CNSI)

Responsible for Building Management and Space Planning for Elings Hall at UCSB, including space management, building and building systems maintenance, design projects, safety and access. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent/education and/or work experience. Notes: Satisfactory completion of a conviction history background check. Full salary range:

$75,800 ‑ $149,600 yr.; Budgeted

Salary Range: $75,800 ‑ $125,000 yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 6/2/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 53631

BUSINESS OFFICER

MATERIALS

Directs and supervises administrative affairs, financial affairs, student affairs, human resources, space resources, contract and grant administration and technical support for the Department of Materials. Provides high‑level management support and consultation to the Chair. Ensures operations of the department meet applicable policies and procedures and audit requirements. Requires effective communication, time management, professionalism, and ability to effectively manage multiple high‑level management tasks with confidentiality.

Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience/ training. 4‑6 years of experience in personnel management and familiarity with personnel policies pertaining to represented and non‑represented employees as well as exempt and non‑exempt employees. 4‑6 years of strong financial analysis skills including strong knowledge of policies pertaining to different funding types, expenditure allowability, and reporting techniques and requirements. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. Very occasional travel to Management meetings and trainings. The full salary range is $91,300 to $191,700/yr. The budgeted salary range is $91,300 to $125,000/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 53232

BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND TRAVEL COORDINATOR

LIBRARY

Oversees all travel, entertainment, reimbursements and miscellaneous

payment activities for the UCSB Library, which includes a client base of 150 librarians and staff. Reviews and approves complex travel and entertainment transactions in Concur.

Serves as the subject matter expert for all Travel and Entertainment matters for the Library. Acts as a liaison between campus Travel and Entertainment Office, Library Business Operations Office and Library users. Maintains knowledge of university policies and procedures regarding travel and entertainment, reimbursements, miscellaneous payments and applicable restrictions and allowability.

Responsible for all business operations and financial activities for the Office of the University Librarian, including purchasing of supplies and services, using campus systems. Organizes and maintains a complex electronic filing system for audit and financial reconciliation purposes. Works with efficiency, conducts business with sensitivity and discretion, as part of the Library Business Operations team and the Office of the University Librarian. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and/or training.

Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check May be required to work on holidays as needed. The full salary range is $26.09 to $37.40/hr. The budgeted hourly range is $26.09 to $27.90/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 5/24/23; open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 53190

ARE YOU AN SLP?

Under the general direction of the Nursing Director, the Clinical Nurse Educator/Supervisor is responsible for administrative duties such as supervision of RNs and LVNs, infection control, educational competencies, and providing direct patient care as needed.

Reqs: Bachelor’s degree. California Registered Nurse license. Must be a valid and current RN license at all times during employment in order to practice and function in this clinical role. CIC

Certification (or must be obtained within 2 years from date of hire). Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in supervisory or equivalent experience. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse. Mandated reporting req of Dependent Adult Abuse. Must successfully complete and pass a background check and credentialing process before start date. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Budgeted Pay Rate/Range: $91,300 ‑ $101,340

Full Title Code Pay Range: $91,300 ‑ $191,700/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 52885

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

UCSB,

STUDENT HEALTH

Under the general direction of the Nursing Director, the Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervision of the Hospital Blank Assistant(s) I, II, and III and the Operations Support Coordinator, and ensuring optimal clinical flow in the clinics. The Clinical Supervisor will function in any of the Hospital Blank Assistant(s) I, II, III roles as needed to ensure smooth operational flow of all clinics. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for providing oversight of the educational, onboarding, and yearly competencies of all Hospital Blank Assistants l, ll, lll. Reqs: Associate’s degree. Three years supervision experience required, or will consider 5‑7 years of experience from one of the following certifications: Licenses/Certifications: Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Emergency Medical Technician. May have a higher clinical degree. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse. Mandated reporting req of Dependent Adult Abuse. Must successfully complete and pass a background check and credentialing process before start date and date of hire. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Budgeted Pay Rate/Range*: $55,100 ‑ $70,000 Full Title Code Pay Range: $55,100 ‑ $93,500 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 52876

COMMUNICATION PROFESSIONAL STAFF SUPERVISOR

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Is a member of the department’s supervisory team. Directs and supervises subordinate staff, including assigning and delegating projects. Schedules employees to ensure proper staffing levels are maintained. Performance monitoring includes evaluating work performance and implementing oral corrective action for performance or conduct issues. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or organizational policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Trains subordinate dispatchers in the use and operation of various complex communications equipment including radios, telephones, and computer‑aided dispatch consoles. Ensures accountability and stewardship of department resources in compliance with departmental standards and procedures. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and requests maintenance for communication equipment and makes necessary recommendations for correction. Performs the full range of Public Safety Dispatcher call‑taking and dispatching functions as needed.

Reqs: POST Dispatcher Certificate. Bachelor’s Degree in a related area and/ or equivalent experience/training. 4‑6 years experience performing the duties of a Police Dispatcher or higher‑level position in a Police Dispatch Center. 1‑3 years of working knowledge of Computer Aided Dispatch System (CAD). 1‑3 years experience with E911 Systems, and phones, including Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf (TDD). 1‑3 years of detailed current (within the last 2 years) knowledge of relevant federal and state systems, and departmental laws, rules, guidelines, practices, and terminology regarding police dispatching. 1‑3 years experience documenting information and maintaining records. Basic knowledge of the English language, math, and other analytical skills as evidenced by possession of a high school degree, GED, or equivalent. Manage and accomplish multiple priorities and responsibilities with a high level of accuracy. Successfully supervise, motivate, correct, train, and evaluate assigned staff. Notes: Ability to use vehicles, computer systems, and other technologies and tools utilized by police agencies. Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse. Mandated reporting requirements of Dependent Adult Abuse. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Ability to work in a confined work environment until relieved. Successful completion of a pre‑employment psychological evaluation. Ability to work rotating shifts on days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Successful completion of the POST Dispatcher test. Currently Grade 21: $62,300/ yr. ‑ $117,500/yr. Grade 22 starting July 1, 2023: $68,700/yr. ‑ $132,500/ yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 5/30/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job #53259

CUSTOMER SERVICE COORDINATOR

PARKING SERVICES

Responsible for customer service relating to permit sales and service for faculty, staff, students and campus visitors. In the absence of the Permit Sales Supervisor, serves as a Lead, to make decisions in regards to permit sales as well as be a resource of knowledge for student staff. Trains student staff to

evaluate parking permit eligibility based on classification, employment/ student status and reason for visiting campus. Will be able to explain as well as train on parking regulations associated with over 30 different permit options. Outlines methods for payment, permit renewal, policies governing refunds, replacements, and exchanges. Coordinates and oversees special projects such as special event permits and special area permits.

Ensures payment of permits via credit card, cash, check, and department recharge or payroll deduction into the sales point of sale system are done correctly and accurately by student staff. Must be able to integrate cash management across multiple function areas, each of which is identified with an individual revenue account with an associated general ledger account/ fund number. Must be able to give direction and feedback to student staff if a training issue arises and there is a growth opportunity. Requires strong written and oral communications skills, reflecting empathy, patience, analytical ability, professional judgment and the ability to manage and prioritize work.

Must have demonstrated strength in applying customer service and conflict resolution skills. Provides analysis of inquiries of UC Path, T2 database and other parking management systems.

Develops queries to create reports for use by TPS management and staff.

Manages & trains student support staff on all services and systems. Reqs: 1‑3 years of demonstrated exceptional customer service by providing and delivering professional, helpful, high quality service and assistance.

Ability to work as part of a team, maintain a positive attitude and work together to achieve a common goal of providing world class customer service. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with students, staff, faculty and the general public. Ability to grasp new concepts.

Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under high customer demand and challenging customer interactions. Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as math skills with attention to detail. Excellent computer skills, including: Word, Excel and PowerPoint experience. Notes: Must be able to work evenings and weekends on an as‑needed basis.

Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory conviction history background check. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 5/31/23.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #53361

DATA WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR‑ REMOTE & HYBRID

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

You will provide technical oversight and supervision to the Data Warehouse unit, mentor technical staff, and contribute to key project work. We are seeking a technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the database development field and expertise in data warehousing and analytics areas. In this role you will work with stakeholders and developers to guide them and implement business intelligence solutions, database repositories and data interfaces.

Experience with Financial Data Warehouse solutions, experience with AWS data lake, Redshift, Snowflake, Databricks or other similar technologies, and with Data Catalog tools preferred. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

7‑9 years equivalent experience/ training with an emphasis in computer science, data processing, computer information systems, or in a related

field. 7‑9 years experience using SQL Server technologies, or comparable database management systems.

7‑9 years experience designing, developing, documenting, and testing (including unit testing and test plan creation) data warehouse systems.

Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. The full salary range is $91,300 to $191,700/yr. The budgeted salary range is $121,400 to $141,500/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 52663

END USER COMPUTING SUPPORT LEAD

ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES

UCSB is looking for an End User Computing Engineer! If you have initiative, strong customer service orientation we would like to welcome you to UCSB, a world‑class institution. If you have several years of experience with the following requirements we encourage you to apply: Extensive experience in use and knowledge of networking protocols such as DHCP, TCP / IP, etc. Interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non‑technical personnel at various levels in the organization. 4‑6 years technical support in an enterprise setting. Demonstrated skill providing technical training to users at various levels of skill. Experience conducting hardware and software tests, analyzing test results and producing reports of conclusions and recommendations. Notes: Must maintain valid CA DL, a clean DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull‑Notice Program. The full salary range is $72,340.39 to $121,893.31/yr. The budgeted salary range is $75,854.40 to $85,404.46/ yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 51676

HR & PAYROLL ANALYST ASSOCIATED STUDENTS

Serves as primary departmental UCPath initiator for all student staff new hires, concurrent, and rehires. Responsible for onboarding all student staff hires and assisting with onboarding new career staff. Prepares and processes all employment forms for approximately 300 student non‑academic employees and 25 academic employees under the Graduate Student Association leadership. Prepares employment requisitions, assembles search committees, trains committee on University employment guidelines, interview procedures and applicant evaluation. Reviews interview questions; leads search committee through the process to ensure adherence with campus employment policies. Designs and monitors orientation process for career and student staff. As department Timekeeper, responsible for ensuring Kronos configuration for Associated Students student staff is accurate and timely. Responsible for ensuring approval by employees and supervisors by established deadlines for bi‑weekly and

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68. Job for an actor

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10. Scoffing term used to criticize research of “softer sciences” (such as with the Nobel Prize in Economics)

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51. “King of the Hill” beer brand

53. Princess Jasmine’s tiger

54. “The Princess Bride” character Montoya

57. It’s not not unusual

59. Slurpee alternative

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62. North Pole toymaker

63. Fish eggs

64. Mellow

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46. Sore subject?

48. Make rise, as bread

50. Rental hauler

52. 2600 maker

55. “It’s coming to me now”

56. Open-eyed

58. Beagle, e.g.

60. “Legal” attachment

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EMPLOYMENT (CONT.)

monthly pay cycles. Monitors, audits, and compares timecards to Leave accrual system; initiates corrections and adjustments. Advises career staff and approximately 300 students on University policies and procedures on payroll, benefits, vacation, sick and compensatory time, travel, and employment. Ensures internal, campus, state and federal regulations are followed. Provides resources for department supervisors in key areas of Human Resources. Calculates and prepares salary estimates for each unit to assist Associated Students departments annual budget projections. Calculates and provides supervisors with overall payroll reports and projections as needed in tracking budgets. Reqs: BA Degree in Human Resources/Business Administration or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years experience in payroll administration

1‑3 years experience in employment guidelines, interview procedures and applicant evaluation Ability to work independently, anticipate job requirements, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to multi‑task, verbal communication, written communication and organization skills. Abilities in problem identification and reasoning. Notes: Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/Budgeted

Hourly Range: $29.68/hr. ‑ $31.19/hr.

Full Salary Range: $27.56/hr.‑$45.15/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #52889

LIMITED PHLEBOTOMIST

STUDENT HEALTH

Seeking a licensed Phlebotomist to perform phlebotomy and laboratory procedure set‑ups for a university health care laboratory facility.

Responsible for preparing report forms and patients’ samples for transport to a referral laboratory. Maintains working levels of laboratory supplies, stocks supplies, performs daily and periodic preventative maintenance, washes glassware, cleans countertops, performs record keeping duties of the reception desk as needed and maintains the cleanliness of the entire laboratory area. Reqs:: High school diploma, valid CPT license issued by the CA Department of Public Health (CDPH). Notes: Must complete and pass the background check and credentialing process before date of hire and start date. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. CPT license but be current at all times during employment in order to practice and function in this clinical role. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. This is a limited at 40% position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a rolling one‑year period. Days and hours may vary and equate to 16 hours/week. May be requested to work up to 20 hours/week.Hiring/ Budgeted Hourly Range: $26.93/hr ‑ $33.48/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 52397

PAINTER‑LIMITED RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS

Performs skilled painting tasks for University owned Residential Halls/ Housing and its related buildings at on and off campus locations as outlined below, and may be assigned other duties (including those in other craft areas) to accomplish the operational needs of the department. In compliance with HDAE goals and objectives, affirms and implements the department Educational Equity Plan. Work in an environment, which is ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic. Works effectively in a team environment. Reqs: 4+ years demonstrated work in the painter trade, showing multiple skills within the paint trade. Similar type apartment paint work experience as well as paint applications to wood and stucco buildings. Knowledge and ability to perform interior and exterior wall repairs to various wall types such as drywall, wire lath and plaster and stucco. Ability to safely erect, work on, and or operate scaffolding , high ladders, various lifts, power washers, airless and HVLP spray systems, and air compressors. Ability to meet critical timelines and work independently or in teams. Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse work environment. Notes:

UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free environment. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and work while on a ladder. Will be fitted for a respirator upon hire. Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory conviction history background check. This is a limited position not to exceed 1000 hours. Salary Range: $39.53/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 5/24/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #53184

PAYROLL AND PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT

ECONOMICS

The Payroll and Procurement Assistant is responsible for providing administrative services to the department of Economics. Position is responsible for payroll, purchasing, receiving, and inventorying supplies for the Department of Economics. Organizes and prepares travel, entertainment, and reimbursements for 3 x weekly seminar series. Utilizes UCPath and Kronos to hire all student employees and monitor payroll expenditures.

Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/ training. Thorough knowledge in administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.

Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check The full salary range is $26.09 to $37.40/hr. The budgeted hourly range is $26.09 to $28.60/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 53134

tables and chairs. Washes pots used for cooking by the kitchen production staff, as well as bowls used to serve food that are too large for the dish machine. Must follow strict safety and sanitation rules to include the use of proper chemicals and high temperatures in the cleaning process. Keeps the dish machine clean and ready for use. Utilizes high pressure cleaner to remove grease from equipment, garbage cans, doors and walls. Reqs: Knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations regarding proper cleaning of pots, safe lifting, and ability to train others in this area or equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/ days may vary. Satisfactory conviction history background check. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 5/31/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job #53406

PROGRAMS COORDINATOR, DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT

ALUMNI AFFAIRS OFFICE

Assists with the development, coordination, and implementation of the UCSB Alumni Association and Alumni Affairs’ marketing and communications plan. Must work collaboratively across multiple departments and divisions including the central development office and the Office of Public Affairs, as well as with the various schools and units to support alumni connections with students, increase capacity and use of the Gaucho Network, and recruit participants for alumni/student activities intended to foster philanthropy and engagement.

The tech‑savvy team member will manage digital platforms (Emma, Zoom webinars, social media channels, Drupal web pages, Eventbrite, and Gaucho Network) and collaborate with the Programs Director and Alumni Affairs staff to develop engaging marketing campaigns and online communications for Alumni Affairs programs and events that will increase engagement and build community. Reqs: 1‑3 years marketing and communications experience; social media expertise; project management skills; graphic design experience; ability to work under pressure and independently meet deadlines; proficient knowledge of MS Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, and ability to quickly learn various software programs. Notes: UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free environment. Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory conviction history background check. Salary Range: $26.96 ‑ $32.00/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 6/2/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job #53547

SENIOR COLLECTIONS REPRESENTATIVE

BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

Responsible for the management of student loan portfolios and sundry debts as assigned. Maintains knowledge of Federal, State and University policies and procedures. Maintains standards in accordance with the departmental Mission Statement and Customer Service program. Participates in the

Employee Partnership program and trains Collection Unit team members on areas of expertise. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics or business, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven excellent financial and analytical skills and experience working on an inclusive, effective, service‑oriented team. Excellent communication, analytical, and technical skills. Ability to work with minimal direction to coordinate and execute numerous tasks simultaneously. Requires demonstrated ability to effectively apply analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills to interpret Federal student loan regulations and strong interpersonal skills to communicate those regulations and to UCSB Alumni. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment, logic, tact, and diplomacy while performing the critical duties of the position. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Salary or Hourly Range: $28.36 ‑$30.43/hr. Full Salary Range: $28.36 ‑ $40.71/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 6/2/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 53438

SR. COMPLIANCE DATA OFFICER AND RESPONSE TEAM COORDINATOR

TITLE IX AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY COMPLIANCE

Responsible for maintaining case data for the Title IX Office and providing relevant

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data responsive to campus, systemwide, governmental, or public record requests. Provides analytical and executive support to two campus Case Management Teams and identifies, implements and coordinates Response Teams’ activities. Maintains external relationships with campus and systemwide personnel to provide point of contact and information on benchmarking activities and key initiatives. Provides support in coordinating and developing communications, presentations, and reports for various advisory and compliance committees, and academic and administrative departments. General responsibilities include maintaining strict confidence of privileged information and performing a wide range of duties that require tact, sensitivity, independent judgment, diplomacy, organizational skills, flexibility, and discretion. Will consider fully remote and hybrid schedule requests. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience and/or training.Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse. UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act. Satisfactory conviction history background check. The full salary range is $62,300 to $117,500/yr. The budgeted salary range: $62,300 to $71,300/ yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 6/5/23. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 52496

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ADMINISTER OF ESTATE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RONALD

G. FORSYTH

CASE NO. 23PR00244

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: ALAN E. FORSYTH in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

The Petition for Probate requests that: ALAN E. FORSYTH 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: 6/29/2023 AT 9:00

AM DEPT: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107, Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107. Anacapa Division.

E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0000911. E30.

Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as PARADISE MOBILE NOTARY 1535 Kowalski Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Tina L Meier (same address)This business is conducted by an individual.

SIGNED BY TINA MEIER, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on March 31, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0000867. E47.

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STATEMENT

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IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a 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.

Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer,

Date: 05/11/2023 By: April Garcia, Deputy.

ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER:

JAMES F. COTE, ESQ, Law Offices of James F. Cote, 222 East Carrillo Street, Suite 207, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. (805) 966‑1204.

Published May 18, 25, June 1, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

JOHN AMES, PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 28, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001119. E40.

Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

Chevy

1-805-669-0684 Avantiauto.group

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CAL COAST DELIVERY SERVICE , 130 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Jehosafat Ocampo, 903 North M PL, Lompoc, CA 93436. This business is conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY JEHOSAFAT OCAMPO. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 5, 2023.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph

STATEMENT

The following person (s) is/are doing business as LAPIS LAZULI LIFE 761 Palmero Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Dinkae R Pan (same address). This business is conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY DINKAE R PAN, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 28, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001121. E49.

Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person (s) is/are doing business as ONYX AND REDWOOD, 5038 La Ramada Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. Onyx and Redwood LLC (same address). This business is conducted by a limited liability company.

SIGNED BY JESSICA KUIPERS, CEO. Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 24, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001054. E49. Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/are doing business as GLEAMCLEAN CLEANING COMPANY 711 West Cota, Apt #28, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Ramon S Salgado, 511 Florence Ave, Port Hueneme, CA 93041. This business is conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY RAMON S. SALGADO, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 1, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001127. E49. Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as THE STORY

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735 Chelham Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93108. Nina Quiros Hardie (same address). This business is conducted by an individual.

SIGNED BY NINA

B. QUIROS HARDIE, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 27, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph

E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001102. E47.

Published May 11, 18, 25 & June

1 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person (s) is/are doing business as TORO’S JUMPER’S, 101 S Canada Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. Maria Mayo Mora (same address). This business is conducted by an individual.

SIGNED BY MARIA

MAYO MORA, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on March 30, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0000857. E49. Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

individual. SIGNED BY MARTIN TORRES, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 20, 2023, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001035. E4. Published May 4, 11, 18 & 25 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/are doing business as AGAVE PAINTING 574 Walnut Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. Alejandro Gutierrez (same address). This business is conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY ALEJANDRO

GUTIERREZ, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 19, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001028. E40. Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001291 E47. Published: May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person (s) is/are doing business as: WE FIX PATIO HEATERS, 5984 Cuesta Verde, Goleta, California 93117 Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Terry P Benedetto (same address).

This business conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY TERRY

BENEDETTO, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 10, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001225 E4. Published: May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

CASE NUMBER: 23CV01532. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s)

FROM: MARWAN KAMAL

MOMENAH

Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition.

Dated: March 21, 2023, Donna D. Geck, Judge of the Superior Court.

Published May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 2023.

SUMMONS

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (SOLO PARA USO DE LA CORTE) (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): JOHN L. BUNCE, ELIZABETH N. BUNCE , Giffin & Crane General Contractors LLC, Anchor Heating aud Air Conditioning, Inc. and Does

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STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/are doing business as MARIA’S TACOS, 6545 Pardall RD, Goleta, CA 93117. Maria Mayo Mora, 101 S Canada St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. This business is conducted by an individual.

SIGNED BY NOELLE‑ELEONORE S.

CHAPRON‑PAUL, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 18, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001014. E47.

Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/are doing business as CHAPRON INTERNATIONAL, 836 Anacapa Street, Suite 22853, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Noelle‑Eleonore S Chapron‑Paul, 5359 Willow View Drive, Camarillo, CA 93012. Antigua. The Auto Art. This business is conducted by an individual.

SIGNED BY NOELLE‑ELEONORE S. CHAPRON‑PAUL, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 25, 2023.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001073. E28.

Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person

(s) is/are doing business as: DAVIES 808 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Perceptioneering, Inc. (same address); Davies Communications; Davies Public Affairs. This business is conducted by a corporation.

SIGNED BY KEVIN KIHLSTROM, SENIOR ACOUNTANT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 25, 2023, 2023.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001067. E58.

Published May 4, 11, 18 & 25 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person

(s) is/are doing business as: BLAZE

808 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Perceptioneering, Inc. (same address); Blaze Public Relations; Blaze PR. This business is conducted by a corporation.

SIGNED BY KEVIN KIHLSTROM, SENIOR ACCOUTANT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on April 25, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001068. E58. Published May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person

(s) is/are doing business as: MTM

JANITORIAL SERVICES, 432 Nogal Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. Martin Torres (same address). This business is conducted by an

The following person (s) is/are doing business as: EDDET BATH LLC, 2905 Puesta Del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA. 93105. Eddet Bath LLC (same address). MWorks Construction. This business is conducted by a limited liability corporation. SIGNED BY EVAN MINOGUE, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 5, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001175. E4. Published May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LIL’ TOOT SANTA BARBARA, 125 Harbor Way, Suite 14, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. Epic Cruises Inc, 219 Stearns Wharf, Suite G, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. This business is conducted by a corporation. SIGNED BY KATHLEEN

L HERSHMAN, VICE PRESIDENT.

Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 3, 2023.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001160. E4.

Published May 11,18, 25, June 1, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person

(s) is/are doing business as: ROSA DESIGNS 720 W. Micheltorena St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Rosa Designs LLC (same address). This business is conducted by a limited liability company. SIGNED BY SYLVIA PEREZ, CO‑OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 5, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001190 E4.

Published: May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person

(s) is/are doing business as: LIZ E ACCTG AND TAX PREP SERVICES 7121 Tuolumne Dr, Goleta, CA 93117. Elizabeth Espinosa (same address). This business is conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY ELIZABETH ESPINOSA, OWNER.

Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 4, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001167 E35.

Published: May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person (s) is/are doing business as: FAMILY

DISCOUNT 5860 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117. Minh T Duong, 2017 Mission Hills Dr, Oxnard, CA 93036. This business is conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY MINH DUONG, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 17, 2023. This statement expires five years from

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: QUALITY ELECTRIC, 430 N Voluntario Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. Raymond Olvera (same address). This business is conducted by an individual.

SIGNED BY RAYMOND OLVERA.

Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 3, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL).

FBN Number: 2023‑0001156 E47.

Published: May 18, 25, June 1, 8 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person (s) is/are doing business as: RHINO’S PRO PLUMBING , 603 Eucalyptus Ave #13, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Rhino’s Pro Plumbing Inc (same address). This business is conducted by a corporation. SIGNED BY JOSE MARTINEZ CORTES. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 1, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN Number: 2023‑0001128 E28. Published: May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 2023.

NAME CHANGE

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: MEGAN R. MASINI 23CV01342

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s)

FROM: MEGAN R. MASINI

TO: MEGAN ROSE MASINI CARETTO

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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:

JUNE 12, 2023, 10:00 AM, DEPT:

5, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. FILED 4/19/23 in Superior Court of California County of Santa Barbara, Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer by Baksh, Narzralli, Deputy Clerk.

4/19/23 BY COLLEEN K. STERNE, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.

PUBLISHED MAY 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: MARWAN KAMAL MOMENAH,

TO: MICHAEL KEATON. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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:

JUNE 26, 2023, 10:00 AM, DEPT:

5, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division.

A COPY OF THIS ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE must be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. FILED 05/03/2023 in Superior Court of California County of Santa Barbara, Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer, by Baksh, Narzralli, Deputy Clerk. 05/03/23 BY COLLEEN K. STERNE, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.

Published May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 2023.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: DOROTHEA BRADFORD

AMEZAGA

CASE NUMBER: 23CV00951

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: DOROTHEA BRADFORD AMEZAGA TO: DOROTHEA DECKER BRADFORD. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 JUNE 30, 2023, TIME:

10 A.M. DEPT 4, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published in the Santa Barbara

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Rogelio Julian NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

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

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en esta carte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una corta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrlto tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encantrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su candado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, plda al secretario de la carte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimlento y la carte le podril quitar su sue/do, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamer a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legates gratuitos de un programa de servlcios legates sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcallfornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la carte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sabre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la carte antes de que la carte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is:

(El nombre y direccion de la corte es): Santa Barbara Superior Court Anacapa Division, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

CASE NUMBER:

(22CV04181):

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiffs attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Anacapa Division, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es:

RENEE J. NORDSTRAND, 33 West Mission Street, Ste. 206, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. (805) 962‑2022.

DATE: Clerk, by (10/24/2022), Leili Hejazi, Deputy. Published May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 2023.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GOLETA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 17 OF THE GOLETA MUNICIPAL CODE AND FINDING THE AMENDMENTS TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT

On June 6, 2023 at Goleta City Hall, 130 Cremona Drive, Goleta, California, the City Council of the City of Goleta (“City”) will conduct the second reading and possible adoption of a proposed Ordinance that would amend Title 17 (Zoning) of the Goleta Municipal Code (“GMC”) to address State law consistency, implement the Housing Element 2023-2031, remedy issues identified during implementation, and provide clarity to the regulations adopted.

If adopted, the Ordinance will take effect on 31st day following such adoption by the City Council.

Any interested person may obtain a copy of the proposed Ordinance at the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org or by calling City Hall at (805) 961-7505.

Deborah S. Lopez City Clerk

Publish: Santa Barbara Independent, May 25, 2023