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OPINIONS. ...................................... 14 Letters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Voices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

OBITUARIES...................................16 In Memoriam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

THE WEEK...................................... 25 LIVING................................................ 31 FOOD & DRINK. .......................... 37 Restaurant Guy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

ARTS LIFE....................................... 43 ASTROLOGY.................................. 46 CLASSIFIEDS................................ 47 ON THE COVER: Ajay Mitchell. Photo by Jeff Liang, UCSB Athletic Department. Design by Xavier Pereyra.

Sean Magruder has recently joined the Independent team as an intern, focusing on Arts and Culture. What got you started in journalism, and what brought you to the Independent? Interning here at the Indy marks my start in journalism, but I began writing during lockdown, when a winery in San Luis Obispo asked me for tasting notes for email blasts and so on. Actually, I’d been wanting to write about wine since reading Independent Senior Writer Matt Kettmann’s work at Wine Enthusiast. That first job was a lot of fun and got the gears turning with where I could go next. What are some of your favorite things to do outside of work? Outside of work, I love hiking our beautiful Santa Barbara trails, trying interesting wines, and reading. I also squeeze in some piano playing here and there when time allows. What has been your favorite story to write so far?What are you looking forward to? It’s hard to pick a favorite story, but I really enjoyed getting to know and writing about local musician Omar Velasco. He’s not only talented but a fascinating guy. Same goes for Santa Barbara County Food Bank CEO Erik Talkin. I look forward to meeting anyone who’s sharing their passion with the community, from our local winemakers and chefs to artists and activists.

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Jerry Boylan Found Guilty of ‘Seaman’s Manslaughter’ in 2019 Boat Fire That Killed 34

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he captain of the Santa Barbara–based scuba dive boat that caught fire and sank four years ago was found guilty of “seaman’s manslaughter” on Monday, November 6. The P/V Conception was 100 feet offshore of Santa Cruz Island when it sank on Labor Day in 2019, resulting in the deaths of 33 passengers and one crewmember, the deadliest maritime disaster in recent U.S. history. Captain Jerry Nehl Boylan, 69, was found guilty of one count of misconduct or neglect of a ship officer, commonly called “seaman’s manslaughter,” a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison. He is the only person to face criminal charges in connection to the tragedy, which led to changes in maritime regulations, congressional reform, and multiple ongoing civil lawsuits. During a Labor Day weekend dive trip, a fire of unknown origin broke out on the 75-foot, wood-and-fiberglass passenger vessel while it was anchored in Platt’s Harbor in the early morning hours of September 2. The fire engulfed the boat and led to its sinking, killing the 34 people who were sleeping THE VERDICT: Conception captain Jerry Nehl Boylan, 69, was found guilty this week of one count of misconduct or below deck. neglect of a ship officer, commonly called “seaman’s manslaughter,” a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Five crewmembers, including Boylan, abandoned ship and survived. Boylan himthe time, they insisted, the ship was fully for small passenger vessels and the other to self was the first to jump overboard. engulfed and there was nothing he could have make boat owners in the future liable for civil United States Attorney Martin Estrada done. Boylan, it should be noted, climbed damages even if their boats are totaled. The described Boylan’s behavior on that fateful back on board after jumping off in an effort latter bill, the Small Passenger Vessel Liability day as “unpardonable cowardice.” Fairness Act, would not provide an avenue for to help rescue the crew. “As the jury found, this tragedy could have To the extent anyone was culpable, they retroactive relief to relatives suing on behalf of been avoided had Mr. Boylan simply per- argued, it was the ship’s owner, Glen Frit- the 34 victims of the Conception fire. formed the duties he was entrusted to carry zler, for whom Boylan worked for 30 years. When asked why criminal charges had not out,” Estrada said after the hearing. “We hope Boylan’s attorneys argued Fritzler was respon- been filed against the Conception’s owner in that today’s verdict brings some solace and sible for failing to enact certain safety mea- addition to its captain, a spokesperson for the closure to the victims’ loved ones.” sures and train the crew in firefighting, the Department of Justice stated, “No comment.” As reported by Stefanie Dazio with the Associated Press reported. Fritzler, along with In the end, the jury found that Boylan Associated Press, “Among the dead were the his wife, owns Truth Aquatics Inc., which failed to ensure the safety and security of the deckhand, who had landed her dream job; operated the Conception and two other vessel, its passengers, and its crew. He failed to an environmental scientist who did research boats around the Channel Islands. Boylan’s have a night watch or roving patrol; failed to in Antarctica; a globe-trotting couple; a Sin- attorneys argued that none of Fritzler’s boats conduct sufficient fire drills and crew traingaporean data scientist; and a family of three posted look-out crew at night, no overnight ing; and failed to provide firefighting instrucsisters, their father, and his wife.” watch. This, they said, was “the Fritzler way.” tions or directions to crewmembers after the According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Federal prosecutors mocked this defense, fire started, alongside neglecting several other evidence presented at the 10-day trial dismissing it as “blaming your boss.” To date, duties, the jury found. pointed to a series of failures committed by no criminal charges have been filed against “Ultimately, the hard work by the investiBoylan — including abandoning his ship Fritzler, who has availed himself of an obscure gators from multiple agencies led to today’s instead of rescuing passengers—that resulted wrinkle in federal maritime law that limits outcome, and now the victims’ families can in the disaster. boat owners’ civil liability for maritime acci- continue their healing process,” said Donald Prosecutors relentlessly hammered Boylan dents to the value of the boat. In this case, Alway, the Assistant Director in Charge of for failing to train his crew in basic safety pro- the boat—having been totally destroyed—is the FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office. “Let this cedures and protocol and failure to post a worth nothing. tragedy be a lesson to anyone who commands crew member on night watch. According to Fritzler had a $2 million insurance pol- a boat with vulnerable passengers that proper other media reports, when the fire broke out, icy on the boat, so presumably the victims’ training, diligence, and life-saving meaprosecutors noted, one crew member twice relatives could tap into that. But given the sures—when called for—are necessary to passed by a 50-foot fire hose. wholesale loss of life involved, that would be safeguard those left in one’s charge.” Boylan’s defense attorneys with the fed- a pittance. In response to the Conception tragBoylan will face sentencing on Februeral Public Defender’s office argued that the edy, Congressmember Salud Carbajal passed ary 8, scheduled by United States District hose was unusable because it was on fire. They two pieces of legislation to amend federal Judge George H. Wu. For now, he is free on acknowledged he jumped overboard, but at maritime law, one to update safety standards a $75,000 bond. n

The City Council voted on 11/7 to conduct an audit to ensure that all tourism and cannabis taxes are being reported accurately and that revenues are maximized to their full potential. The city authorized a $276,000 contract with Hinderliter, de Llamas & Associates to conduct the three-year audit into the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and cannabis business tax from fiscal years 2021-2023. The auditing services will cost about $146,000 for tourism taxes ($2,150 per hotel) and $120,000 for cannabis taxes (about $20,000 per business), which will come partly from the city’s adopted budget and partly through the cannabis businesses themselves. The Santa Barbara City Council decided on 11/7 to appoint current City Attorney Sarah Knecht to the position of interim city administrator while the city conducts a nationwide search for outgoing City Administrator Rebecca Bjork’s permanent replacement. Bjork announced her retirement in August and will officially leave on 12/29, after which Knecht will step in on an interim basis until a new city administrator has been appointed by the City Council. Knecht will choose an interim replacement to serve as acting city attorney while she takes her new position as interim city administrator.

ENVIRONMENT The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service removed two Channel Islands plants from the endangered species list on 11/6, following the plants’ successful resuscitation from the brink of extinction. The island bedstraw and Santa Cruz Island dudleya — found only on two of the Northern Channel Islands off the coast of Santa Barbara — kissed the list goodbye after 26 years of federal protection under the Endangered Species Act.

ENERGY Renewal of Diablo Canyon Power Plant’s license was formally filed with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission by owner Pacific Gas & Electric Company on 11/7, more than a month ahead of the end-of-year deadline. If the license renewal application passes muster, Diablo would be allowed to operate beyond 2024 and 2025, while the application is further reviewed, which can take a year or two. After that, PG&E would submit for Coastal Zone Management Act recertification with the California Coastal Commission. Read more at Independent.com.

COURTS & CRIME Goleta man Marino Luis Diaz, 42, was arrested 11/3 and charged with murder for allegedly stabbing Goleta resident Efrain Alvarado Morales, 57, to death on 11/1 in Old Town Goleta. The death was reported early Wednesday morning, when authorities responded to reports of an individual “down in the roadway” shortly before 7 a.m. on Carson Street in Goleta between Pine and Magnolia avenues, where deputies found Morales dead and about an hour later detained an injured “person of interest” later identified as Diaz in the same area. Diaz is currently at Cottage Hospital but being held without bail, according to the DA’s Office. n

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Supes Approve I.V. Bluff Safety Fixes RYAN P. C RUZ

Vista bluff safety, which includes the suggestions made in the student petition and several others provisions, such as enhancing lighting and utilizing “hostile horticulture” to dissuade partygoers from wandering along the cliff ’s edge. Supervisor Laura Capps revealed her eight-point plan on Isla Vista bluff safety at an On Tuesday, the event at Walter Capps Park on September 28. County Board of Supervisors voted on fter the death of 19-year-old Santa Barbara City College student Benny Schur- the first steps of Capps’s plan, which would mer on September 2—the 13th person amend county codes to bring the minimum to suffer a fatal fall from the cliffs in Isla Vista fence heights along the bluffs to at least six in the past 20 years—County Supervisor feet and incentivize private property owners Laura Capps, who represents the district, to upgrade their fences along Del Playa by made it clear that she would do everything waiving any permitting fees. Both amendin her power to ensure that the cliffs of Del ments received unanimous approval from the board, and the supervisors directed Playa Drive were a safer place. She listened to students, community county staff to look into the next steps of members, representatives from the Isla the safety plan, which would enhance the Vista Community Services District, Sher- lighting and install dense shrubbery along iff ’s Office, and Fire Department. She met the bluffs. Other parts of the plan, such as with friends and family of Schurmer, includ- a memorial for the 13 young people who ing Grace Wilson, a friend and fellow SBCC have fallen to their deaths, are already in the student who started a petition urging county works thanks to joint efforts by community leadership to address bluff safety by install- and student organizations. “These are not coincidences,” Capps said ing portable restrooms and improving the of the 13 cliff deaths. “When you have a patineffective railing. Since then, the petition has garnered tern like this one, this is an epidemic; this is 11,129 signatures, and Supervisor Capps a problem; this is specific to an area because —Ryan P. Cruz introduced an eight-point plan on Isla of the conditions.”

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County ‘in Support of State of Israel’

n response to the mayhem in Gaza, the county supervisors voted unanimously in favor of a resolution declaring they stand “in support of the State of Israel,” while denouncing both anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, and highlighting the “peaceful coexistence of Jewish and Muslim community members here in Santa Barbara County as an expression of humanity coexisting peacefully together.” Receiving the proclamation was Rabbi Steve Cohen. The resolution read, “Whereas we stand in solidarity with the State of Israel in its pursuit of security and peace and plead for the return of hostages to their families,” it added, “We encourage all parties to actively seek a negotiated solution that ensures the long-term security and stability of both Israel and its neighboring states.” Supervisor Joan Hartmann brought the resolution before the supervisors, using language provided by Sheriff Bill Brown as a point of departure. In it, she noted that Santa Barbara leaders of Jewish and Islamic communities “have stood together in solidarity, together, in times of strife and tragedy by sharing meals together, march-

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ing, and rallying together, including during this difficult time of fear, grief, and suffering.” No one from the Muslim community was on hand to comment. Supervisor Bob Nelson said he normally doesn’t support resolutions dealing with issues outside the supervisors’ jurisdiction, but he said that events in Gaza demonstrate that “evil exists in the world,” adding that he would have supported even tougher language. Supervisor Das Williams took issue with Israel’s critics from the left. “Those of us who still believe in peace and a two-state solution must recognize the right of Israel to exist to have a two-state solution.” In the meantime, he said, “Innocents on both sides of the border suffer.” —Nick Welsh

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Santa Barbara’s Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) by Nick Welsh alk about timing. The same week a 20-year-old young man leaped to his death off the Cold Spring Bridge — fenced off years ago specifically to prevent such occurrences from happening — the county supervisors got an update on the status of the county’s Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF), a lockdown facility licensed to treat people who pose an imminent threat to themselves or others. While the tone of the report was decidedly upbeat—and genuinely good news appears to lie on the horizon—the overall picture remains mixed and the implications are far from obvious. First, the good news: In the last surprise audit by state inspectors, not a single problem was found related to the environment of the care facilities. According to Behavior Wellness department head Toni Navarro, the auditor told her this was the first time in his career he had ever said such a thing. The term he used, she said, was “exemplary.” Supervisors praised the “esprit de corps” among PHF clinicians and administrators, especially given the stressful conditions under which they work. “There are pitfalls and pratfalls everywhere,” stated Supervisor Steve Lavagnino, who also serves on the PHF governing committee. “The next lawsuit is always two minutes away.” Lavagnino, a Republican until Donald Trump was elected, cited the PHF as the ultimate rebuttal to those who argue government should be run more like a business. “This would be about the last business you’d ever get into,” he said. But the reality remains, as Supervisor Joan Hartmann noted: Given the PHF’s federally imposed size constraints—no more than 16 beds — the county has been long “underserved.” In 2016, a prior PHF administrator estimated Santa Barbara needed at least 40 PHF beds. This shortage has been the subject of numerous grand jury reports over the past 25 years. As a result, longtime mental health advocate Lynne Gibbs charged that PHF beds

have been so stringently “rationed” that Santa Barbara County is the only county in the state where law enforcement officers can’t or won’t issue 5150 findings for those deemed to pose a threat to themselves or others. Too often, she said, law enforcement officers have found themselves forced to book people with serious mental illness into county jail to keep them safe. Gibbs spoke from personal experience with her own daughter, whose life she said was saved by her time in the county’s PHF. When it comes to admissions and bednights at the PHF over the past four years, the numbers are murky, in part because of the intrusions imposed by COVID on places of involuntary accommodation. Boiled down, the total number of admissions dropped from 489 to 337 and the total number of bed-nights dropped from 5,541 to 4,677. The good news interpretation, according to Behavioral Wellness’s Navarro, is that Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria opened a Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) offering 24-hour respite for those in intense distress. In the first year, Navarro noted, Marian treated 330 patients in their CSU. Roughly half the people eligible for a 5150 designation, Navarro added, stabilize after 24 hours. Santa Barbara County opened a CSU on the South Coast about 10 years ago with a maximum capacity of eight patients, and it saw conspicuously little use. Few in law enforcement knew it was even there; it wasn’t a locked facility; and it was plagued by constant staffing challenges. In short, it was a bust. Starting next January, the South Coast CSU will be reopened but operated by a private contractor whose identity has not yet been revealed. It will be locked. If all goes according to current hope and prayers, that should take some of the heat off demand for 5150 beds. On the flip side, the shortage for 5150 beds in the PHF remains sufficiently pinched that the CONT’D ON PAGE 10 

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t was early November 2, and Santa Barbara fisherman Travis Meyer was asleep aboard his anchored 24-foot Privateer fishing boat The Obsessed — which he had just purchased in late August and spent the past few months repairing and restoring for the Central Coast waters — when his bait tank clogged and began to leak water for nearly three hours. He woke up in shock to see that his recently refurbished boat was already leaning over to one side, and by the time he stepped on the deck, he said, the corner of the boat began to go under — he was going down fast, and without much time, he made a desperate attempt to call for help. “With literally no time to think, I was able to get a mayday out to a friend nearby before I was in the water,” Meyer wrote in a social media post, recounting the close call. “After approximately five minutes on the bottom of the hull yelling to nearby fishermen, two boats came to help.” With the help of one of the boats, captained by fisherman Adam Zetter, Meyer

was able to safely escape the capsized vessel. In the early-morning darkness, they worked to secure the overturned The Obsessed, and Meyer began to collect as much of his fishing gear as he could grab from the cold waters. A salvage crew was called in from TowBoatUS Ventura, and the tow boat arrived before sunrise to help assess the damage and tow Meyer’s boat back to shore. The crew made a plan to tow the vessel upside down behind them into shallow waters, and after two attempts, were able to turn the boat back over and gather any salvageable equipment before docking safely in Santa Barbara. Despite saving the boat from sinking into the ocean, Meyer says that the countless hours and weeks of getting his boat fishingready, and about three-fourths of his fishing gear, are lost forever. A GoFundMe page, “Help Travis rebuild after boat capsized,” to help the family recover their losses and rebuild their fishing business, HAHA Fishing, had reached more than $27,000 toward its $60,000 goal as of —Ryan P. Cruz press time.

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county is forced to farm out five patients a day to acute care facilities elsewhere in the state. But one of those destinations had been Vista del Mar in Ventura County until it was prohibited from taking patients on involuntary holds in October due to a host of chronic problems. The worst involved the release of a patient — against the orders of his psychiatrist — who then suffocated and dismembered his mother. Vista del Mar was the only place to accept 5150 minors. With Vista del Mar now indefinitely off-limits, relatives of loved ones needing acute care treatment will have to travel a lot farther out of county to visit and stay in touch, a critical component in most recovery regimes. The good news here is that there’s reason to hope the federal government may license the county’s PHF to treat up to 20 patients at any given time, as opposed to the current 16-patient limit. The process by which this might come to pass is convoluted and slow-moving, but as of October 20, the state’s Department of Health Care Services filed a request with the federal government for a waiver to the 16-bed rule. That limit was enacted decades ago to prevent largescale institutional warehousing that gave

rise to such Hollywood film frights as Shock Corridor. In the meantime, however, two-thirds to three-quarters of Santa Barbara’s PHF patients have not fit the description of people who pose a threat to themselves or others. Rather, these are individuals with long-term chronic and debilitating mentalhealth challenges with precious few places to go in the state or the county. Many are elderly or getting there. Supervisor Hartmann noted that if Santa Barbara’s elderly population doubles in the next five to seven years — as she said is expected — this population could pose an exceptional strain on the county’s limited mental-health infrastructure. With the county now exploring a massive grand plan to consolidate as much of the county’s many office buildings and land holdings onto land it owns off Calle Real, Gibbs urged the supervisors to give serious thought to building new long-term mental health beds out there. With the governor pushing a $6.4 billion ballot measure in March to create housing for homeless people with mental illnesses, she said, “The timing could be fortuitous.” To not provide n for it, she added, would be “foolish.”

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Copter Hauls Ring Nets from Montecito Watersheds by Nick Welsh arlier this week, the six protective steel mesh nets installed across three Montecito watersheds in the wake of the deadly January 9 debris flow five years ago were uninstalled and hauled away by helicopter. The private nonprofit organization Partnership for Resilient Communities, which formed after the disaster, had paid $5 million for those nets. But recently it failed to reach an agreement with county Public Works officials over how to share the costs of cleaning the debris — rocks, boulders, sand, tree trunks, etc.—that the nets captured between November 15 and May 1, this year’s official rainy season. November 15 was the effective deadline for removing the nets from the backcountry. What those costs might be is a matter of considerable speculation and apprehension on both sides. With an El Niño predicted this upcoming rainy season, there’s a 50 percent chance of significantly heavierthan-usual downpours. Typically, such rains are accompanied by heavier down-channel flows of boulders and debris. The cleanup costs could range from $1.2 million for one net to as much as $7.2 million if all six nets filled, according to an estimate by Public Works Director Scott McGolpin. “The question I always ask myself is, ‘Where’s the money?’” McGolpin said. “We don’t have it.” McGolpin said he offered to take partial responsibility for cleanup costs for four of the six steel nets, splitting it 50-50 up to $2.5 million. Past that, he said, it would fall on the Partnership committee to absorb additional expenses. “That’s just not a sustainable risk,” stated Pat McElroy, chief spokesperson for the Partnership committee and former fire chief for the City of Santa Barbara. “Our ability to raise $4-5 million from private sources is not what it was in 2018.” With the prospect of a very wet winter, McElroy worries that heavy flows down creek channels into the nets would incur high costs. If the federal government does not declare it a national emergency, he said, that scenario would render the committee ineligible for federal reimbursements. “To take on that level of risk would be incredibly irresponsible,” he said. McElroy and the committee had hoped that county government would assume responsibility for the steel net project as a hedge against the death and destruction likely to be visited upon Montecito as climate change brings about flashier, more violent rain storms. But McGolpin and the county put their time and money into the construction of a

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new debris basin on Randall Road—which was filled halfway in January’s floods. The county has another debris basin on the drawing boards. This Tuesday, the supervisors uneasily gave McGolpin the green light to spend $25 million in general fund revenues on road repairs caused by those floods with the understanding that federal emergency dollars would be arriving in two to four years to backfill that loss. Among some supervisors, there was talk of not fixing some roads—the more isolated ones—and of recalibrating public expectations when it comes to road quality. On both sides, there’s no shortage of raw feelings. “Let’s just say Public Works has never been a fan of this project,” McElroy said. McGolpin, in turn, accused the Partnership of “flip-flopping,” having initially promised never to ask the county for assistance when it came to operating or maintaining the nets once installed. On the fourth floor of the county administration building, the supervisors’ phones have been ringing off the hook. Many environmental groups — who did not oppose the steel nets when they were first proposed—are now questioning the nets’ efficacy. For supporters of the nets, this is infuriating. “The deaths of 23 community members are too high a cost not to do anything,” wrote geomorphologist Larry Gurrola, who worked for the committee on the project. “How many fatalities are an acceptable loss in debris-flow events? Are any deaths acceptable? Do we do nothing?” The helicopters may have taken the steel nets away, but the bad blood triggered by this debate is far from resolved. n INDEPENDENT.COM

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anta Barbara resident and nationally prominent health-care advocate Ady Barkan died last week at Cottage Hospital at age 39 from Lou Gehrig’s disease, a terminal neurological disorder also known as ALS. A Yale-educated attorney and political activist, Barkan highlighted the struggles he and his family underwent to get the coverage he desperately needed — to make the case for single-payer insurance. In so doing, Barkan — who moved to Santa Barbara when his wife, Rachael King, got a job as an English professor with UCSB—pushed himself well past the breaking point of his vocal cords. Barkan delivered an impassioned speech to the Democratic National Convention in 2020, using a computerized voice-simulator device. By that time, Barkan had achieved viral status as an activist after confronting Republican Senator Jeff Flake from Arizona while the two were on a flight. Barkan urged Flake to break with his party over a massive tax cut then wending its way through Congress. That tax cut, Barkan argued, could be paid for only by cutting federal health care programs upon which he then relied in his fight with ALS. “You can be a hero,” Barkan exhorted Flake. “You can save my life. Please.” This exchange was captured in a video catapulted Barkan to activist superhero status, which he used to form the lobbying

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organization Be a Hero. Senator Flake would break with the MAGA wave of his own party and retire from politics but ultimately did not vote as Barkan had urged. Barkan used his high-profile persona to good advantage, challenging Democratic candidates for higher office for accepting large political donations from even larger pharmaceutical companies. If Barkan — with a law degree from Yale and a partner teaching at UCSB—had to struggle to secure necessary insurance benefits, his point was, the system was in dire need of reform. Barkan was first diagnosed with ALS in 2016 at age 32. Two years later, he embarked on the “Summer of Heroes” road trip, traveling across 22 states in 40 days and confronting members of Congress about their positions on the Affordable Care Act and its provisions protecting the coverage for individuals with preexisting conditions. —Nick Welsh

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e called them “deplorables” and made reference to their god and their guns. I’ve seen the pickup trucks festooned with the flags and bumper stickers and profanity against the sitting president. I’ve tuned into Fox News and heard the ranting and the lies. Realistically, there’s no hope of convincing the 20 percent; they’re lost to reason and are going to go to their graves as part of another inexplicable cult. However, there remains a substantial number of “persuadables” for whom organizing and working for another Democratic presidential term is not a folly. We can help the president win the White House again. It’s incredible that the polls reflect such a close race. The results of elections don’t support the conclusion that Republicans have electoral victory in sight. They keep losing, but that doesn’t mean we can be complacent. My suggestion is to try to talk to the people who aren’t politically in tune. They are rational but so far disinterested because the election is so far away. The arguments are so simple. Trump will help oil companies keep burning down the world, he’ll buy his own Glock pistol to show his love of guns and ignore the murder of schoolchildren; he’ll put the interests of Vladimir Putin above the freedom to work at establishing and keeping a democratic government in Ukraine; he’ll put incompetent people in charge of cabinet positions and national security, people who are as craven and greedy as he is. He used top-secret documents as scrap paper. His chief of staff, Mark Meadows, burned presidential documents in his office fireplace. Rules and regulations were put in place over the years to protect us from fools and foolish behavior. But we are the ones who can protect us from fools. — Ian Paige, S.B. Convince your friends.

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hen I came back to my house in Carpinteria after a three-day hiking trip, I could not believe the smell of cannabis. Putrid. It has been increasing ever since Avofest. It seems pointless to report this to the county, as they are just running a dog-and-pony show as cover for the growers, planners, contract planners, administrators, politicos, and who knows how many on the take. People are worn out, don’t want to talk about it anymore. I know I am. The bad guys won. Still, the so-called odor, which is actually air pollution, is getting worse. And if you live along the city/county border and go away for a few days — it

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is shocking and depressing when you return. You get out the bottle of Loratadine. Everybody knows it. A problem created by our county government and tolerated by a complacent city government and school district and a multitude of service organizations. Made me really sad. Thinking about all our good neighbors who moved away. All the people who feel stuck. Listening to old people with a chronic cough. People taking medication because of this. Children, old people, people with disabilities, asthma, diabetes, Parkinson’s. A true failure of government. — John Culbertson, Carpinteria

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joined the board of The Project for Resilient Communities to watch the “ring net” proceedings from an environmental point of view. They were installed in response to a major disaster and to stop a future one. Expert biologists were hired to ensure the wildlife could get under and around the nets. The Project raised millions to ensure science, geology, and environment were in place. “They didn’t work” is an idiotic phrase when there are photos and video documentation of a net filled with the remnants of a debris flow in January — this year. The county’s failure to ensure the maintenance of these nets is foolhardy. We have not experienced the El Niño to come, the floods to come, the forest fires to come. Climate change is happening, and we are seeing, as the old song says, “the mountains crumbling to the sea.” Good environmental work is to ensure our dayto-day activities are not harming the environment, and to improve those processes the best we can. Disasters that kill people are another thing entirely. That the county didn’t pick up where a group of dedicated people raised millions to protect the community from future climate-change disasters is — Hillary Hauser, unbelievable. Executive Director, Heal the Ocean

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ill man from Santa Maria, died just 20 minutes after being admitted to Santa Barbara County’s Main Jail in January 2022. The Sheriff-Coroner declared JT’s death “accidental,” but our county’s 2022-2023 Grand Jury found that JT’s death would be considered a homicide in virtually all modern and independent medical examiners’ offices. Their report, based on a thorough, independent investigation that included consultation with two boardcertified medical specialists, recommended JT’s death be investigated as a homicide by California’s Attorney General. The death of JT was one of eight in our county jails from 2022 to October 2023, a number that raises serious questions regarding mental-health care and humane treatment of jail residents, as well as increasing an exposure to lawsuits. Already, the sheriff and the county are under court orders to improve jail conditions. If they don’t, the county could face sizable financial penalties for a failure to comply with the federal court orders in the Murray v. Santa Barbara County and Sheriff ’s Office case. Bill Brown, who serves dual elected roles as Sheriff and Coroner, rejected the Grand Jury’s call for an independent homicide investigation, asserting this “will not be implemented.” (See the Independent’s “S.B. Sheriff ‘Wholly Disagrees’ with Grand Jury Report on Jail Death,” October 16.) However, an independent investigation into JT’s death seems completely appropriate, since a potential conflict of interest exists when the Sheriff-Coroner is the sole agency investigating a death in a county jail that the sheriff operates. JT’s controversial death, and the sheriff ’s resistance to further investigation, highlights a much bigger problem that affects public safety in our community as well as humane health care for jail residents: how mentally ill people are treated (actually not treated) in our county’s jails. For example, no medical interventions are available for acute mental health crises from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., the time frame when JT died. The county has engaged Wellpath, a private contractor, to meet the health-care needs of jail residents. The sheriff is responsible for overseeing Wellpath’s health care and required to annually report findings. Wellpath has issued no report for more than a year, and the sheriff has not exercised appropriate oversight to ensure adequate health care in the jail. The public, taxpayers, and jail residents deserve better than this. Currently, data available to the office of the County Executive Officer documents an estimated 125 acutely mentally ill jail residents on any given day. Inadequate mental-health care in the jail worsens their conditions and public safety. Inadequate mental- health care and a lack of oversight to ensure it, results in mentally ill jail residents returning to our communities in unstable condition with high recidivism rates.

On August 14, 2023, a federal District Court in Murray v. County of Santa Barbara found the county and the sheriff have failed to comply with standing orders of the court—issued more than three years ago—requiring that corrections be made to inhumane, substandard conditions in our county’s jails. The sheriff and county are ordered to comply with the 2020 Remedial Plan, [II.A at pp. 3,4]: 1.

The County shall appoint a County employee or consultant with adequate expertise to provide ongoing monitoring and oversight of the private jail health care provider contract. The County’s Department of Public Health and Behavioral Wellness shall actively monitor the jail health care contract with any private health care services provider [emphasis added].

The court designates County Public Health to provide transparency and assurance where the sheriff ’s oversight has failed. Earlier this month, court-appointed mental-health expert Timothy Belavich, PhD, submitted a Status Report rating performance for 84 separate provisions of the Remedial Plan. The Sheriff ’s Office failed to “substantially comply” with 87 percent of agreed-upon provisions, including only partial compliance with 59 and noncompliance with 14. Two areas related to suicide prevention declined from substantial to only partial compliance. Sheriff Brown’s failures to exercise meaningful oversight and timely, correct, widespread health-care inadequacies at the jail expose county taxpayers to risks of court-imposed fines that could run to millions of dollars. Meanwhile, public safety is compromised by failing to provide jail residents with needed mentalhealth care. Our county supervisors called for Wellpath’s longoverdue Annual Report to be presented in October. No report has been forthcoming, either from Wellpath or the sheriff. This critical agenda item is now pushed into November, when we will join others in asking our supervisors to meet the federal court’s Murray mandate: Appoint the county departments of Public Health and Behavioral Wellness to provide active monitoring and oversight of the Wellpath contract, with transparent, timely reporting and improved care. Lastly, the Board of Supervisors is required to respond to the Grand Jury report. We urge them to call for an independent evaluation of JT’s death by the California Attorney General. n COURTESY

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obituaries Norma Phyllis Kutzer 1940 - 2023

Norma Phyllis Kutzer was born on January 19, 1940 in Brooklyn, New York, where she grew up. Her parents were Sol and Olga Kutzer. They were Russian Jews, and Olga had suffered from, and been traumatized by, the violent Cossack attacks on Jewish villages. When I heard that Norma had passed, my first thought was that I had lost not only a close friend, but a sister. Even though, due to the complications of life during the last few years, we ended up seeing each other less, we never forgot each other. But who could ever forget that incredible smile, which exuded warmth and love and gratitude, always gratitude, for every small favor? I will never forget the last time she came to my house for a little celebration for her birthday. Before she left, she stood up in all her height and with gentle seriousness she told us–her friends: “I want to say this: I know I didn’t deserve such a beautiful celebration but I want you to know that I enjoyed every minute of it.” After graduating from high school in Brooklyn, Norma went to college in upstate New York. When she returned to Manhattan after graduation, she taught high school, and acted in several theater productions. She particularly enjoyed acting in Chekov’s Three Sisters. The photos of the drama show her as a beautiful young woman. During her New York years she became part of the music scene. A poet and lyricist, she wrote at least a dozen songs, some by herself and some in collaboration with Norma Tanega. Some of them are still being performed. One of the best known is “Walkin’ My Cat Named Dog,” which was based on a true story: The two Normas shared an apartment, and were not allowed to have a dog. So they adopted a cat, called him Dog, and wrote a song about him. For another of her songs, Norma was awarded a BMI (Broadcast Music Incorporated) crystal. The song was “You’re Dead,” and it is the theme song 16

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To submit obituaries for publication, please call (805) 965-5205 or email obits@independent.com for the comedy / horror TV series “What We Do in the Shadows”. After many years in New York, Norma moved to Los Angeles and worked in an administrative position at Pepperdine University. Several years later she met Bill Spring, and he became the love of her life. She followed him to Santa Barbara, where they shared their lives until his sudden and tragic death in a motorcycle accident. Years later, Norma shared with me that during the car trip to a hospital specialized in head traumas, she had felt Bill’s presence inside the car with her, even though he was in the hospital miles away. Norma was active in many groups and political organizations. She worked for the wellbeing of the most underprivileged in our community, especially homeless individuals and groups. She loved domestic animals, especially cats, and rescued many. She also rescued many humans. A young Chinese woman, whom she fortuitously met at a local coffee shop comes to mind. After a pleasant chat, the young woman asked Norma if she would play the role of grandma for her. Norma accepted and she became a grandma during all the years the young woman spent in Santa Barbara, and stayed in touch with her after she left. The social and financial disparities of our society affected her deeply–to the point that she often gave up her own modest income to help those who had even less. No questions were ever asked. For several years we both belonged to a group called “The Soul Community.” Norma was the peacemaker for the often belligerent group. Her firm kindness helped break several fights. Later on, after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Norma moved to the Garden Court Independent Senior community, where she immediately befriended a resident, Lorna Culp, who was a former nurse. They quickly became close friends, and stayed that way until Norma died. Mimi Sonju, Seattle WA./Manhattan, NYC was a dear friend and remained in touch. Maria Marotti (author of this obit), Thomas Robinson and Caterina Freeman were Norma’s long time Santa Barbara friends. The Center for Successful Aging (Suzanne Sears – Peer Counselor) was very supportive for Norma. Susan Dickinson,

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Victor Nicolas Cervantes, devoted son, husband, father, grandpa and friend passed away on October 15, 2023, in Santa Barbara, California, at the age of 78 after a long and hard fought battle with metastatic prostate cancer. He was born on September 10, 1945, in Santa Barbara, California. Victor was a genuine, funny, and energetic individual who was loved by all who knew him. He had a strong work ethic and a loving father and husband. Victor was also a great storyteller, captivating everyone with his tales. After receiving his education through the local Catholic schools, Victor embarked on a successful career, working at Dripcut Corporation in Goleta for 21 years. Starting as a certified welder, he eventually climbed the ranks and became the plant manager and helped the company flourish. After his tenure at Dripcut, Victor established a thriving gardening business, which he ran for nearly 40 years. He was a self taught handyman and was able to fix many things. He loved working with his hands, especially with wood, stones, and plants and created many beautiful spaces around his home and those of his clients. He was a familiar face at his favorite “go to” stores, Home Depot and ACE Hardware. In his free time, Victor pursued his love for sports and the ocean. From a young age, he participated in various sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. However, his true passion was surfing.

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Victor traveled to France, Spain, Hawaii, and Mexico to surf, but his favorite local spots were Rincon, Hammonds and Hollister Ranch. He loved the ocean and enjoyed surfing until the last few months of his life. Victor also took great joy in watching all of his sons play volleyball and spent many hours on the road, in gyms and on the beach actively engaged and supportive. He cherished his boys and was immensely proud of their respective career and athletic accomplishments. Family was extremely important to him and he was always there to celebrate, mentor, or just be “dad”. Victor is survived by his wife, Susan and their three sons, Shane, Cole and Ric as well as Cole’s wife, Jennifer, and their daughters, Vienna, Lola, and Santina. Victor is also survived by his dear sister, Lola Howe. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Josefine Cervantes, and his nephew, Armando Perez. The family would like to acknowledge those people that were so important in helping him through his illness. Specifically, heartfelt thanks goes to Victor’s caring and optimistic oncologist, Dr. Gupta, who was always working to find ways to extend his life for the last seven years. The nurse practitioners, the staff and all those that worked at Ridley-Tree Cancer Center were wonderful. The doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers at Cottage Hospital were extremely caring. And in the final days of his life, Serenity House and those that attended Victor with such gentleness, we cannot thank enough. Of course, to those that called to offer support or came to visit Victor in his final hours, we are extremely appreciative of your presence there. At this time, there are no scheduled services for Victor. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Surfrider Foundation, St. Jude or a charity dear to your heart. Victor will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched and will continue to touch. His genuine nature, humor, and zest for life will forever be cherished

Robert James Fleisher 4/19/1928 - 10/26/2023

Robert James “Bob” Fleisher passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 26th, at the age of 95. He was a loving husband, a devoted father and grandfather, and a true friend. He was a sales agent for New York Life Insurance Company for 30 years prior to his retirement. He loved tennis, and was an avid player and fan. He was a veteran who served our country in the Korean War. He was a very kind man with a great sense of humor, and an infectious smile and laugh. He loved people and animals, and always cared deeply for the well-being of others. He was preceded in death by his wife and our mother, Charlotte Fleisher. He is survived by his daughter Kathleen Hansel (Bruce) and his sons, Jay Fleisher and John Fleisher. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Natasha Fleisher, and his grandson, Ian Fleisher. A special thanks to both Villa Santa Barbara and Sarah House for taking such good care of Bob in his final days. A celebration of life will be held at noon on Sunday, November 5th, at Stow Grove Park in Goleta.

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Willie Wood 1941-2022

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Don’t stress! We will ship it for you! A camping trip in spring 1975 turned to rain and snow, catching Willie, Cricket, Barbara, and Zoë Wood by surprise. “We were so happy we had Eeyore,” recalled Barbara, as the donkey could carry the kids, whose shoes became heavy with mud.

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world, and himself as they were. Ted Adams, a longtime friend, describes Willie’s philosophy of life as “a 1960s experiential model—basically, he believed in campfires and the stars at night.” Willie and his older brother, Vince, were raised by their mother, Elizabeth Hollister Strain, after their father died in 1951 when Willie was 9. Their paternal grandfather, Vincent Wood, came to Santa Barbara in 1908 as a railroad worker. Vincent was an inveterate poker player in a regular weekly game atop the Barbara Hotel. He believed, “If you play poker, play for stakes that make the other players sweat.” His strategy worked. Vincent “won” ownership of one of Santa Barbara’s earliest car agencies by playing poker. In the 400 block of State Street, it was the first Buick dealership west of the Mississippi. As a teenager in the 1950s, Willie worked at the dealership’s garage, where he discovered his fascination with engines, cars, and motorcycles. One of his jobs was to return cars to their owners’ homes after servicing; he’d affix a three-wheel motorcycle to the back of the car to return to the garage. In the mid1950s, Willie found community at Santa Barbara High School as a “hot-rodder.” A night owl, he worked in his garage at home on the lower Riviera into the late hours. His most popular car at the time was a classic 1934 four-door Ford Phaeton. Willie found friendships via cars that lasted a lifetime. Willie’s grandfather Vincent died in 1964. At age 23, Willie found himself in a position where he had many choices about how to live his life. According to friends, he often felt uncomfortable with his inherited wealth and prominent forebears. He felt a strong desire to make his own mark on the world, while also living in harmony with the natural world. As a young man, he moved into a small cabin near Painted Cave; it later burned in the 1964 Coyote Fire. Two years later, he met and fell in love with a smart and independent UC Santa Barbara student, Barbara Stinson, whom he soon married and shared his life with until his death last year at age 81. Willie and Barbara lived in the Painted Cave community, where they built a hand-hewn, one-room house under a boulder’s overhang in which they raised their two daughters, Cricket and Zoë, surrounded by the natural world, lit

by stars at night and surrounded by animals, including their favorite, a burro named Eeyore. For many years, Willie bought old houses and renovated them by hand with a helper and his terrier, Tuni, who enjoyed riding in Willie’s beat-up black Subaru pickup. A childhood friend remembers, “Willie could fix anything, anything at all.” He was particularly proud of his restoring the Valdez House at 1010 Anacapa Street and the Cordero-Oreña-Guidotti House at 1012 Garden Street. Ted Adams observed that Willie’s patient work restoring houses gave him plenty of time to ruminate about his place in the universe and his responsibilities to it: “Willie had a grasp on life that was admired by others; he loved people and made friends wherever he went, yet he was always searching, never completely settled, and often sought solitude.” As a descendant of early Santa Barbara families, Willie felt rooted in Santa Barbara. His mother’s grandfather, Edgar Hollister, came to Santa Barbara by steamer in 1871 at age 20, arriving on the beach by rowboat, as Stearns Wharf was not yet built. Edgar worked with his father, Albert Hollister, on their Fairview Ranch in Goleta. Albert had purchased the ranch in 1870 at the suggestion of his younger brothers, WW Hollister and Joseph Hubbard Hollister, both of whom had driven sheep across the plains to California in the 1850s. Within a few years, Edgar also operated Rancho Las Cruces, where he raised sheep, shipping wool from the Gaviota pier. Edgar’s daughter, Ethel Mae Hollister, was Willie’s grandmother; he enjoyed imagining her riding horseback in the early 1900s from the Fairview Ranch to Santa Barbara High School, which at the time was downtown at the corner of De la Vina and Victoria Streets. Willie’s skills as a craftsman and interest in historic buildings led to one of his most enduring legacies — at the apex of the front pediment of Mission Santa Barbara, where his brother, Vince, is a parishioner. When the friars needed a new cross made to stand high between the Mission’s twin towers, Willie volunteered. He lovingly crafted the cross of hardwood, which now watches over the community where Willie spent his life surrounded by family and friends, and the distant sandy beach where his grandmother’s grandparents first arrived in Santa Barbara in a rowboat in the early 1870s. n

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4/30/1934 - 11/3/2023

Karen, is deceased. He also leaves behind many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In place of flowers or other gifts, please donate to VNA Health’s Serenity House.

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Erika Smith

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Francis (Fran) P. Rigoli 11/5/2023 Gary Colson, 89, Santa Barbara, California, passed away on Nov 03rd after complications from Lymphoma. Gary was born on April 30th, 1934, to Wilbur and McCleta Colson, in Logansport, Indiana. After graduating from Georgia Christian School in 1952, he went on to study Health and Education, at David Lipscomb, graduating in 1956. He received his Master’s Degree in Education from Vanderbilt in 1958. After graduating, he took his first Head Basketball Coaching Job at Valdosta State. From there he went on to Heacd Coach at Pepperdine, New Mexico and Fresno State. He spent all of his D1 coaching career rebuilding basketball programs and bringing them a respectable and winning reputation. After leaving the college coaching ranks, Gary went on to serve as the Assistant to the President of Basketball Operations, Jerry West, for the Memphis Grizzlies. Gary was inducted into the Valdosta State, David Lipscomb, Pepperdine and Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. Gary and Mary Katherine have spent many years in Santa Barbara, California where he taught classes in basketball fundamentals at UCSB and where he developed a deep passion for the game of golf. His friends at Sandpiper Golf Club will always be remembered for their kindness and friendship. Gary and Mary Katherine had a wonderful relationship and were deeply committed to each other. Gary Colson is survived by wife, Mary Katherine; daughter, Anne; sons, Rick and Wade; son-in-law Jay Rubenstein; daughter-in-law Cheryl Colson; grandchildren, Rachel Rubenstein, Julie Bennett, Tanner Colson, Cameron Colson; grandson-in-law, Nate Bennett; greatgrandchildren, Jace Bennett, Cole Bennett, Layne Bennett. Per his wishes, there will not be funeral but there will 18

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Fran Rigoli passed away from natural causes on November 5th in Santa Barbara, California. Fran always had a song. He sang everywhere, to everyone. If people thought he was singing to them, he was. But he was also singing to the Lord he loved. His faith was not in religion. He would say it was not about theology or religion but about one’s experience of God. He didn’t force that on anyone. Fran was born in Waltham, Massachusetts to Francesco (Frank) and Anna (Veniziano) Rigoli. He was one of eleven children and was the first of the family to go to college. He attended Northeastern University in Boston, while married to Iris Dugas Rigoli and raising a family. In 1958, the Rigoli’s moved to Santa Barbara, California. Fran worked at Raytheon and Vandenberg Airforce Base. He retired after working for years at the County of Santa Barbara. He had always excelled at math and did people’s taxes at H & R Block, where he met the accounting partner with whom he would start his own business doing taxes as an enrolled agent. He did this work well into his eighties. Fran and Iris joined a group of people in Isla Vista, California, during the “Jesus Revolution” of the 1960s and 70s, and spent 15 years enjoying what they called “church life.” They divorced in 1982. Fifteen years later, at age 64, Fran married Heidi Hutton Rigoli in 1994. They shared their love for one another until Fran died at Serenity House in Santa Barbara. Fran leaves behind his daughters Robin, Doreen, and Leann. His oldest daughter,

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Erika Smith, 76, of Santa Barbara, CA, died peacefully at Serenity House on October 16, 2023. Erika was born to Rosalyn Fishman Scholtz and Mark Scholtz on May 3, 1947, in Sacramento, California. The family moved to Los Angeles when she was three and from there they moved to Ventura when she was in third grade. She graduated from Buena High School in 1965. She then attended University of California at Berkeley, graduating in 1969. Until 1990 Erika worked in the computer field in New Jersey, Portland, Seattle and Santa Barbara. She also worked for Santa Barbara City College Adult Education at the Schott Center for 10 years, as a registrar and as a fiddle teacher, retiring in 2010. Erika enjoyed dancing, singing, playing the fiddle, going to concerts and travelling. She loved art and always went to the First Thursday Art Receptions . She volunteered as an usher in the theatres of Santa Barbara for many years. She was a member of the Santa Barbara Blues Society and volunteered to help at many Blues concerts. She joined a QiCong class in 2020, which helped her with meditation and gentle exercise. She was a member of an old-time music group, Glendessary Jam, from its inception in 1987. She formed a band called the “Hot Flashes” in the early 1990’s with 3 other old-time musicians to play for contra dances, which they did until 2010. She also belonged to various singing groups, Women’s Rounds and Santa Barbara Shape Note Singers among them. Erika lived a good, full life. She appreciated her friends and enjoyed living in Santa Barbara.

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JoEtta Gail DuBois was born on March 5, 1934, to Gordon Ellsworth and Rozella Beatrice DuBois (Olson) in Hamilton Ohio in the home of her paternal grandparents, Joe and Etta DuBois. JoEtta soon moved with her family to McCallsburg, Iowa to be closer to her maternal grandparents Martin G. and Frieda Olson and the birthplace of her mother near Story City, Iowa. JoEtta was an accomplished student, a star athlete on the women’s high school basketball team and dated a leather jacketed motorcyclist. She spent summers painting barns and detasseling corn and visiting her family’s fishing cabin on Lake Plantagenet, Bemidji Minnesota where she made lifelong friends. One of JoEtta’s favorite memories was playing for a semi-pro women’s basketball team in Iowa. She would laugh that the offense could not cross the mid-court line to defend, nor could the defenders help out on offense! She preferred the modern version of the game. JoEtta’s father was a doctor and her mother a nurse, and she followed their footsteps into Medicine. She attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, studying medical technology. She was active in the Alpha Chapter of Pi Beta Phi sorority, where she was elected to serve as president during her junior year. That position led to her traveling alone to Florida for the national Pi Beta Phi convention and taking her very first trip on an airplane. It was the beginning of a love of adventure, and she traveled the world throughout her life. Following her graduation from college she married James T McClintock, a medical student whom she met in an organic chemistry class. Their courtship included canoe trips in the Boundary Waters of the Mississippi River and ski trips to Colorado, Utah, and Idaho. She worked as a medical technologist while Jim finished his studies at the University of Minnesota and upon his graduation they honeymooned in Europe. The couple moved to Denver Colorado to be close to friends

from U of M. They developed a love of the Rocky Mountains, where they enjoyed skiing, camping, and raising four children. In 1968 the family moved to Santa Barbara, California where Jim had been hired as head of Nuclear Medicine at the Cancer Foundation at Cottage Hospital. JoEtta was guided by a strong sense of fairness and justice, and she believed in giving back to one’s community. In Denver, she volunteered for Head Start and hosted pregnant unwed young women in need in her home, through a local program. In Santa Barbara she dedicated time to many organizations including CALM where she drove young women suffering from domestic abuse to safe houses. She also volunteered for Planned Parenthood, accompanying women to clinics, when they were seeking an abortion under dangerous circumstances. She would enlist her children to deliver donations to various locations including hauling bags of citrus fruit from her prolific orchard to Transition House. JoEtta was an active member of the Medical Auxiliary in Santa Barbara and of the National Charity League. In 1977, JoEtta decided to return to her career as a medical technologist. Not only did she have to study and pass the California certification exams for Medical Technology, she had to learn entirely new technology and skills – such as flow cytometry – which had emerged in the 20 years since her previous job. With her California certification she took a position in the laboratory of Sansum Clinic where, in addition to making lifelong friends, she advocated on behalf of herself and her colleagues for better pay and working conditions. In retirement, JoEtta fulfilled a life goal to serve in the Peace Corps and was posted to Ecuador. JoEtta was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jim, her son Michael G. McClintock, and her brother David D. DuBois MD. She is survived by her children James T. McClintock Jr, Elizabeth A. McClintock, David C. McClintock and daughter-inlaw Toni McClintock, grandchildren Elizabeth B. McClintock, Rebecca C. Newsom (Devon), Madison A. McClintock, T’Lark Galeas, Julia R. McClintock, Matthew D. McClintock, Katherine M. McClintock and great grandson, Dax M. Newsom. A celebration of life will be held in January. Please RSVP to joettamcclintock@gmail.com if you are interested in attending. Information on date and location will be shared at that time.

obituaries Danute (Donna) Veronika Handy 10/31/1934 - 10/21/2023

Danute (Donna) Veronika Handy (née Bajoraitis) passed away on October 21, 2023 due to complications from injuries sustained in a car accident while driving to her beloved Santa Barbara Athletic Club. Danute was born into a modest farming family in Lithuania during the inter-war years on October 31, 1934, to Marija Bajoraitis (née Gylyte) and Ignas Bajoraitis and was the youngest of five children, three of whom survived into adulthood. Lithuania was a small country and stood between warring giants. History records WW2 as a clash of titans, but WW2 exposed Danute to horrors which shaped her life and extended into her role as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and friend and a political activist. In 1944, as the Soviet army approached the border of Lithuania the Bajoraitis family decided to leave their home as they were in danger of being deported to Siberia. As one of few with access to a shortwave radio, Danute’s father, Ignas Bajoraitis, was able to follow the retreat of the German army out of Lithuania into Germany. They continually traveled west and encountered battles, minefields and bargained with fate in hopes of meeting Allied troops. They encountered Allied Troops in Tahle in the Hartz Mountains. Danute often spoke of her own mother’s heroic efforts to keep the family safe, moving and intact on their 1000 mile walk from Pakuonis, Lithuania to the Harz Mountains and Thale where they were met by American soldiers. The Bajoraitis family was placed in a refugee camp in Uchte run by the United Nations where they lived and attended school for 4 years. In 1949 and 1950, Danute’s brother and sister, Rim and Aldona immigrated to the US and settled in Cleveland. Danute with her Mother immigrated in 1951 to the US through Ellis Island to discover that Rim had been drafted into the army and sent to Germany. They joined Aldona in Cleveland where Danute completed high school at Holy Cross High

To submit obituaries for publication, please call (805) 965-5205 or email obits@independent.com School. After high school graduation, she blazed a trail at Bowling Green College by becoming the second female to graduate with a B.S. in Accounting. Danute graduated in only 3-1/2 years in 1956. She moved back to Cleveland and became one of a very few women accountants of that era. She worked for Vita-Bath, Sherwin-Williams Paint and The Gas Machinery Company. In 1957, while vacationing in Cape Cod, Danute met her future husband Bob, a young Navy Hospital Corpsman at a coffee shop while the two waited for their Greyhound bus rides back to their respective hometowns. Bob quickly adjusted his travel plans and “missed” his stop in New York City and continued with Danute for 12 hours to Cleveland. Danute and Bob married on March 1, 1958 and enjoyed two years of living in New York City and traveling the East Coast on a scooter. Bob was transferred to Newfoundland, where he and Danute welcomed two children, John Handy (YuSon) and Becky Cantrell (John). At their next duty station, in Rhode Island, Danute and Bob welcomed two more children, Victoria Hyland (Bob) and Laura Wallace (Bruce). The Navy took Bob and Danute and their young family across the country multiple times and they considered many possible futures. Their final Navy duty Station was in Point Mugu, as close as they could get to their intended future in Santa Barbara. Bob and Donna loved Santa Barbara, California, and felt that if they settled there, their children would always come back to visit. Due to the frequent moves and a growing family, Danute had put her career on hold, but once she settled into Santa Barbara she resumed her work as an accountant and auditor. She worked for several CPA firms, the County of Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Mental Health Association and became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She immersed herself into raising her son and three daughters and became very involved in Girl Scouts. To her last breath she remained a devoted and supportive mother providing support, wisdom and love to her son and daughters and extended family. Danute’s greatest love was her family. She was an extraordinary grandmother (Ama) to her six grandchildren, Brooke and Chase Wallace, Madeline and Benjamin Handy, Danielle Hyland, and Jacob Cantrell. Ama loved each grandchild unconditionally and attended every

birthday party, game, musical recital, jog-a-thon, and school fundraiser. Danute and Bob were exceptional partners in life, as spouses, parents, in business and in politics. In their public life they maintained overlapping though distinct spheres of interests that were both mutually compatible and nourishing to the relationship. However, within the family sphere Danute was the Matriarch and she had a profound influence on each family member. She was quick to dispense advice about college, jobs, careers, politics (politics twice), matters of morality, religion or character. There was little that escaped her interest when it came to family matters. Danute did have strongly held opinions on many political and social topics. Though willing, even eager, to debate the relative merits of her positions, very little actually moved her to reconsider deeply held beliefs. This clarity gave her a relentless passion which she advanced in partnership with her husband Bob. Though not readily apparent, Danute was the strong woman behind much of Bob’s visible activities within the Democrat Party. Among her many opinions on political and social issues, Danute’s greatest passions were women’s equality, women’s rights and access to reproductive care and freedom. In addition to her love of family, Danute was a woman of incredible mental and physical energy. As a younger woman, she was often seen running the hills of Montecito, going to jazzercise classes, doing yoga, backpacking in the Eastern Sierra Nevadas and camping in many national parks. She took her final hiking trip just last year to Tuolumne Meadows in the Yosemite Valley. In recent years, she walked daily on Stearns Wharf and swam religiously at the Santa Barbara Athletic Club. She made countless friends while walking, swimming or backpacking and was an inspiration to many until her last days. Danute was an avid reader of history and politics and loved to write pointed, sharp and witty letters to the editor of many papers. Her letters were published in the LA Times, the Montecito Journal, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times and Time Magazine amongst many other publications. In more recent years, she loved commenting on internet newspaper articles and engaging in political banter with people from all walks of life. Danute was predeceased by her parents Marija and Ignas Bajoraitis, her sister Aldona, her

brothers Jonus and Algis, her grandson Spencer Handy and her husband Robert Handy. She is survived by her four children and their spouses, her six grandchildren and her brother Rimvydas Bajoraitis. In memory of our beloved mother and grandmother, please remember to drive safely, but live an interesting life. A celebration of life will be held at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall on December 10, 2023. Please contact the family at BeckyHandy@aol.com for additional details.

Laura Mindick Smith 1930 - 2023

Laura Mindick Smith, world traveler, life-long reader and constant beacon of light and joy, has passed away at the age of 93. To her over seventy year marriage to her soulmate Alan, her three daughters Linda Smith, Deborah Criswell and Pamela Beckerman, multiple grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends, she brought an infectious enthusiasm for all life had to offer along with a firm grounding in the moral values of humanity and caring. As the mother of three daughters, Laura instilled in her girls that they were capable of doing anything they wanted to do, unimpeded by considerations of the more traditional roles of girls. As the teacher of young children, she gave them a thirst for learning. And in her role in countless organizations, she led with energy and vision. Laura was born in Worcester, Massachusetts, attended the University of Vermont where in the first days of her freshman year she met Alan and fell in love. They lived originally in Burlington, Vermont, then Syracuse, New York, before succumbing to the allure of the winterless seasons and oceanside vistas of Santa Barbara, California. Together Laura and Alan traveled the world, visiting 46 states and 96 countries on all seven continents. With her zest for adventure, Laura has ridden a camel in Petra, an ostrich in Kruger National Park, an elephant in Thailand and traveled by submarines, helicopters, gondolas, ocean liners, canoes, hot air balloons, zillen, white water rafts and when in icy Antarctica

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by zodiac. When not exploring the planet, Laura had a firm commitment to justice and the arts in Santa Barbara, serving for a year first on the Santa Barbara County and then on the US civil grand jury, founding the Women’s Division of the United Jewish Appeal of Santa Barbara, and serving as one of the founding members of Opera Santa Barbara and a docent for the Santa Barbara Jewish Foundation. In her “spare” time, Laura, a voracious reader, was part of the Brandeis University Women’s Club and the Montecito Library Group and a Masters Bridge Player. And. after planning the bat mitzvahs of her three daughters decades before, Laura finally had her own bat mitzvah in 2007 at Congregation B’nai B’rith in Santa Barbara. Until struck with dementia at 89, Laura seized every day and as Emile Zola so aptly put it “lived her life out loud.” Her memory is a blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her energy and her spirit live on.

Alice Thaw Neitzel

9/14/1943 - 10/30/2023

Alice Thaw Neitzel passed away peacefully in the family residence in Goleta on October 30, 2023 with her immediate family at her side. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years – eight months (Frederick Neitzel), her daughter Kristin Quezada (Javier Quezada; Grandson Bryce and Granddaughter Kailey) of Santa Barbara, CA; son Brent Neitzel (Lisa Neitzel; Grandsons Jacob and Owen) of San Jose, CA and her sister Jeanette of Irvine CA. Alice was born in Los Angeles, CA on September 14, 1943 to Mr. and Ms. William Hartley Thaw. She had been a resident in the Santa Barbara locale since September, 1966. As per Alice’s wishes, there will not be a funeral service. The family would like to thank Denise, RN from VNA Health for her amazing care and kindness over the last 7 months. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the VNA Health (formerly knows as Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care, 512 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 or the Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2201 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.

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basketball games often come down to a handful of plays in the final minutes of action. A few moments in time over the course of game and over the course of season ultimately craft a team’s destiny. Every program in the country searches for players who can thrive in those moments and put the team over the top when the intensity of competition reaches a crescendo. For the UCSB men’s basketball team, Ajay Mitchell is that difference-maker. “We’ve been very fortunate, obviously in year one, Gabe Vincent; in years two through four, Max Heidegger and JaQuori McLaughlin, two NBA guys; and now Ajay Mitchell,” said UCSB Head Coach Joe Pasternack of the recent lead guards that have flourished in the program. “We’ve been very fortunate to have really talented players, and we’ve put the ball in their hands and trusted them to make great decisions. That’s the most important position; it’s the quarterback.” Mitchell is the current iteration of prolific lead guards in Pasternack’s tenure at UCSB, and he is on a trajectory to be the best. The Gauchos reached across the globe to Belgium to pluck Mitchell, who was then a skinny teenager already testing his mettle against professionals for Limburg in the Belgium BLB League. “[Former UCSB assistant] coach Rillie, who is now in Australia, recruited me when I was playing internationally for Belgium U16

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[coland U18. I think it was one of the first [col lege basketball] coaches we talked to, so that was definitely something that marked me, because it was the first interest,” Mitchell said. “The relationship I built with the coaches was really good, I think we spoke for two years, and Coach Pasternack always wanted to be on the phone with us just to make sure we were keeping that connection. My recruit recruitment process was all on Zoom, so it was kind of weird, but I saw a lot of pictures of the campus and my mom was really focused on what school was going to be like. And she was really focused on me going to a good academic school. So that was the main reason I came to UCSB.” Now going into his junior season, Mitchell has grown into his 6'5" frame and has flashed an NBA-caliber skill set that has elevated the Gauchos to one of the premier mid-major programs in the country. The achievements and accolades in Mitch Mitchell’s first two seasons exceeded all reasonable expectations. In the 2021-22 season, he was named Big West Freshman of the Year and All–Big West Second-Team, averaging 11.6 points, 3.7 assists, and 2.2 rebounds. Last season, as a sophomore, Mitchell made the leap into star stardom and was named Big West Player of the Year, Big West Championship MVP, All–Big West First Team, and Big West All-Academic Team. He averaged 16.3 points and 5.1 assists on an efficient 50.6 percent from the field. But the numbers and awards don’t paint the whole picture of Mitchell’s impact on the

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court. He is at his best in the most important moments of the game — whether it’s scoring, finding a teammate, or making a hustle play, his knack for coming through in the clutch is the main reason that UCSB won the Big West and reached the NCAA tournament last season and why they are expected to do so again after landing atop the Big West preseason coaches’ poll. “We don’t talk about championships; we don’t talk about the NCAA tournament except at the beginning of the year. We talk about being a champion every single day,” Pasternack said. “Honor the process and the results will take care of themselves. If you start focusing on the results, you will lose your mind.” For Mitchell, the process of becoming an NBA prospect was grounded in the fundamentals of the game, which is inherent to the European style of play. Superior physical traits were not in the cards for Mitchell, especially early in his development, so he leaned into developing his skills, which is still paying dividends today. “It was very different, especially for how you read the game and have a feel for the game. I think the [basketball] IQ in Europe is really high. So as young kids, we learn how to read the game more and focus more on fundamentals, so when I was in Europe, that was the main thing we worked on,” Mitchell said. “I don’t think we had any crazy athletes like in the [United States], so it was pretty different. But I think it helped me grow as a player, being smart while I’m on the court.” Rillie, who is now the head coach of the Perth Wildcats in Australia’s National Basketball League, vividly remembers his first impressions of Mitchell, who was playing for the Belgium U16 national team. “I was in Romania at the European B-Division Championships, and I saw a really skinny, short kid, 5'10"- 5'11" at that time, but a kid that I saw could really play and understand the game and he was nowhere near his peak physically,” Rillie said. “In my time in college basketball, I prided myself and felt I could gain an advantage in recruiting by looking at kids who were not physically fully developed. You can do the genetics test by looking at the parents, and when I dug into the background, the risk/reward was worthwhile.” Ajay’s father, Barry Mitchell, is the obvious source of his strong basketball pedigree. Barry is from Virginia and had a standout basketball career at Norfolk State before playing in the Continental Basketball Association. He eventually ended up overseas in Belgium to play for BC Ostende (a Belgian professional basketball team) where he met Ajay’s mother, Fabienne Wagemans. Adding to his family ties in the United States, Ajay’s halfsisters Alexis and Ashley played college volleyball at the University of Wisconsin and Northwest Missouri State University, respectively. “My dad was definitely the biggest influence on me being a basketball player. I think just being a little kid and going to see his games while he was playing pro in Belgium and then just being around basketball my whole life,” Mitchell said. “One of my best friends, still to this day, we loved basketball together in Belgium, and we were dreaming about being college basketball players.” Mitchell’s development may very well extend beyond his dream of playing college basketball, as he is widely considered to be one of the best mid-major prospects in the country. He is projected to be selected in the early second round between picks 32-40 on most 2024 NBA Draft Big Boards. “The first place my head goes is that he is getting rewarded for the work he has put in and the trust he has put in UCSB,” said Rillie of Mitchell’s success. “It’s easy for us to promote what the program has done for him, but at the end of the day, the players have to do the work.” The increased attention and potential for NBA success have not affected Mitchell’s preparation for the season. “It’s a blessing seeing my names on draft boards right now. It means that I’m on the right path,” Mitchell said. “Since I’ve

Ajay Mitchell in the 2023 NCAA Championship game against Baylor

been here, the goal has been to win and be a better player every day, so just coming into the gym every day and focusing on what I can do to be a better player.” In the modern era of college basketball with players having the ability to earn money through their name, image, and likeness, as well as the transfer portal, which allows student athletes to transfer to other universities without any kind of penalty, mid-major conferences such as the Big West have been raided for their top players. The departures of UC Irvine’s top two players, DJ Davis and Dawson Baker, who transferred to Butler and BYU respectively, as well as Cal State Fullerton’s top player, Latrell Wrightsell Jr., who transferred to the University of Alabama, sent shock waves through the Big West conference. However, UCSB went unscathed during the transfer window, retaining the highly sought-after Mitchell, as well as bringing in transfers of their own from high-major conferences including Yohan Traore from Auburn and Ben Shtolzberg from Creighton. “When they tell you no the first time, you better be nice to them, because there’s a good chance they might be coming back around,” said Pasternack of the changing landscape of college basketball.

SUPPORTING CAST According to Pasternack, UCSB only has three players with significant Division 1 college basketball experience in Mitchell, Josh Pierre-Louis, and Cole Anderson, all of whom played major roles in UCSB’s run to the NCAA tournament in the 2022-23 season. Traore, a transfer from Auburn, figures to play a key role as a versatile 6'11" tall man who can run the floor and shoot from the perimeter. He was ranked as the No. 1 player in Arizona and the No. 24 overall prospect nationally as a high school senior according to 247Sports, which likely makes him the highest-rated high school recruit to ever play at UCSB. Despite his obvious physical gifts, Traore played sparingly at Auburn, appearing in 25 games while averaging 2.1 points and 1.4 rebounds. UCSB was Traore’s first scholarship offer when he first moved to the United States from Tours, France. “As soon as I entered the portal, Joe [Pasternack] just hit

Josh Pierre-Louis, a fifth-year senior, is the most experienced player on the UCSB roster.

me up and was like, ‘We need you. I think you will be a big piece for this team,’ ” Traore said. “I really trusted Joe, and I really trusted that I was going to have a great opportunity out here to just play my game.” Traore is one of seven international players on the UCSB roster, including Mitchell, Koat Keat Tong (South Sudan), Matija Belic (Serbia), Evans Kipruto (Kenya), Kilian Brockhoff (Germany), and Elia Bongiorno (Italy). The abundance of diverse backgrounds has been embraced by UCSB basketball for many years and added to team chemistry. “International [players] have been a big key to our success,”

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experienced player on the UCSB roster. He has the opportunity this season to be the first player in UCSB men’s basketball history to reach the NCAA tournament three times. Retaining Pierre-Louis on the roster was a huge offseason development for UCSB, as the high-flying veteran pointed to unfinished business as a Gaucho. “Really what brought me back this season is the group that we have and where we left off last year. I feel like this is kind of a redemption year to get back to the NCAA tournament. I really wouldn’t want to go help another team get there other than UCSB,” said Pierre-Louis, who averaged 9.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.4 assists last season. “I feel like we have the pieces here to get back to the tournament and advance in the tournament.” Another big part of Pierre-Louis’s return to UCSB was the opportunity to finish his degree. He transferred to UCSB from Temple University after his freshman season. Josh’s brother, Nate, also plays for the South Bay Lakers, which is the Los Angeles Lakers G-League affiliate, so he has family close by. “I get my degree this year, and that’s a big thing my family is proud of me about. Moving from the East Coast out to the West Coast, it’s a nobrainer not to leave without a degree,” Pierre-Louis said. “That was part of

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TODAY AND EVERY DAY WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SERVICE the deal with my parents. Basketball will always be here, but the degree is something that I needed.” In UCSB’s two most recent runs through the Big West tournament on their way to automatic NCAA tournament berths, PierreLouis has come through with spectacular performances. In the 2021 Big West Tournament quarterfinals against Long Beach State, he scored a then-career-high 24 points to help the Gauchos advance. Last season, he scored a season-high 20 points in the Big West semifinals against UC Riverside. “I’m taking a different role this year; it’s more of a leadership role and making sure we’re all on the same page as being the older guy on the team and the most profound person in UCSB history in terms of going to multiple NCAA Tournaments and winning Big West Championships,” Pierre-Louis said. “I know the formula and recipe to get there. I have to be a leader along with Ajay Mitchell to bring this team to the promised land.” The Gauchos will also rely heavily on junior sharpshooter Cole Anderson, who shot a blistering 41.5 percent from three-point range last season. “Cole has really improved. He loves the game. He is one of our hardest workers. He is a gym rat who is here all the time. I have to tell him to stop working out and shooting so much,” Pasternack said. “Cole’s going to have a really big year for us. He is an unbelievable weapon to have on the court and maybe the best shooter I’ve ever coached.”

FILL THE DOME The Thunderdome has undergone significant renovations in recent years, including a chair-back seating project that is now completed. The project was made possible by a $3 million donation by Jeff and Judy Henley. This multi-phase project began with upper and lower sidelines receiving the navy-blue, padded seats that fans enjoyed for the last several seasons. Now, the renovation will complete the end zone sections and include the padded chair-back seating and upgraded ADA seating locations. Combined with the upgrades to the practice courts and the installation of the massive video scoreboard in 2019, the Thunderdome has become one of the top venues in the Big West Conference. “We’ve been fortunate to have an incredibly supportive administration. They’ve done a great job in fundraising with our new athletic director Kelly Barsky,” Pasternack said. “When we got here, we wanted to build a program that Santa Barbara could be proud of. What’s really exciting is the new chair-back seating and to be able to show that off in game one on November 9th. We want to fill the dome, which is the motto for November 9th.”

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11/9:

UCSB Arts & Lectures Presents: American Railroad: Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens Under the leadership of 2023

Pulitzer Prize winner Rhiannon Giddens, this genre-defying ensemble will amplify the untold stories of African American, Chinese, Indigenous, Irish, and other communities in the creation of North America’s railroads. 8pm.The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. Students: $20; GA: $41-$106. Call (805) 893-3535. Read more on pg. 43.

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11/9: Grand Opening of Loud Flower Art Co. Celebrate the grand opening of Loud Flower Art Co., a new retail and arts workshop space to create emotionally screen-printed goods with music, food, live screen printing, community art show, and more. 5-8pm. Loud Flower Art Co., 506 E. Haley St. Free. Email shop@loudflowerartco .com. loudflowerartco.com

11/9: SBWPC Presents: Cosmopolitics 2023 The S.B. Women’s Political Com-

Is the Villain Sara Rademacher’s adaptation of Kimberly Belflower’s play tracks the story of a group of aware teens who reimagine The Crucible and discover their own power in the process. Show runs through Nov. 18. Thu.-Sat.: 7:30-9pm; Sun.: 2-3:30pm. Jurkowitz Theatre, 900 block of Cliff Dr. $10-$18. Call (805) 965-5935 or email sbcctg@sbcc.edu. Read more on pg. 43.

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mittee (SBWPC) will celebrate its 35-year anniversary with an evening of socializing and conversations about issues facing women with featured speaker Malia Cohen, California’s State Controller. 5:30-7:30pm. S.B. Club, 1105 Chapala St. Members: $100; nonmembers: $125. Call (800) 977-9348 or email info@sbwpc.org. sbwpc.org/events

11/9-11/11: San Marcos High School Theater Presents: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

11/9: Film Screening: América Tropical: The Martyr Mural of Siqueiros This

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documentary explores the revolutionary artistic methods and politics of Mexican artist David Alfaro Siqueiros during his time in Southern California. There will be a post-screening discussion with filmmakers Omar Foglio, Paola Rodríguez, and José Luis Figueroa. 5:30-7pm. Mary Craig Auditorium, S.B. Museum of Art, 1130 State St. Free. Call (805) 963-4364 or email info@sbma.net.

tinyurl.com/screening-nov-9 11/9: S.B. Reads: An Evening of Music with Spanish Guitarist Tony Ybarra Join Spanish guitarist Tony Ybarra for an evening of songs and dances from Spain and Latin America as well as iconic rock songs. 6-7pm. Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call (805) 962-7653 or email info@sbplibrary .libanswers.com.

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11/9-11/12, 11/15: SBCC Theatre Arts Department Presents: John Proctor

Follow the journey of a 15-year-old boy with autism who sees the world in a fascinating way as he sets out to solve the murder of a neighbor’s dog. 7pm. San Marcos High School, 4750 Hollister Ave. GA: $7-$12; VIP: $20. Call (805) 967-4581.

FRIDAY 11/10 11/10: Camerata Pacifica Concert Enjoy a performance of three eclectic and inspired works, featuring Paul Dean’s Suite for Clarinet and Cello; Ginastera’s Sonata for Cello and Piano, Op. 49; and Brahms’s Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114. 7:30-9:30pm. Music Academy, 1070 Fairway Rd. $35-$75. Call (805) 884-8410.

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11/10: Opera S.B. Presents: La Divina: The Art of Maria Callas Eleni Calenos and Jana McIntyre will sing signature arias of Maria Callas, accompanied by the Opera S.B. Orchestra, conducted by Kostis Protopapas. 7:30pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. GA: $45-$80; Premium: $120. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org

11/10: Will Breman and Friends Birthday Celebration Celebrate Will Breman’s (semifinalist on Season 17 of NBC’s

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Martini, 7:30pm. $10-$12. Ages 21+. Sun.: S.B. Jazz Society, The Idiomatiques, 1-3:30pm. $10-$25. Mon.-Tue: Young Singers Recital, 5:30pm. Free. Wed.: The Buttertones, 8pm. GA: $17$22. Ages 18+. 1221 State St. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com

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cfsb.info/sat The Voice) birthday and take in the Americana rock by Will and his band with special guests Brent Franklin and Todd O’Keefe. 7-10pm. Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria. $15. Call (805) 684-6380.

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11/10: Performance by Frankie Gavin, Master of the Irish Fiddle Join for traditional Irish music from Frankie Gavin renowned musician and founding member of the Irish band De Dannan, who will be accompanied by Irish pianist Catherine McHugh. 7-9:30pm. Bethany Congregational Church, 556 N. Hope Ave. $25. Call (805) 7059122. tinyurl.com/FrankieGavin-Fiddle

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11/10: M. Special Brewing Co. (Goleta) King Bee, 6-8pm. 6860 Cortona Dr., Ste. C, Goleta. Free. Call (805) 9686500. mspecialbrewco.com

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11/10: One Body Presents: Wisdom Weavers Movement Journey for Women Women who crave introspection are invited to join for an intimate evening of ritual self-expression as they are gently guided to unwind and let go in a safe environment. 6-8pm. Inspiratia Sanctuary, 1530 Mission Canyon Rd. Sliding scale: $15-$40. Email info@inspiratia.org.

and the Ohms, 3-6pm. 116 Lakeview Dr., Cachuma Lake. Free. Call (805) 350-8351.

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11/13: The Red Piano Ray Jaurique Trio, 7:30pm. 519 State St. Free. Call (805) 358-1439. theredpiano.com

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Out of the Box Theatre Company Presents: Alice by Heart From the Tony and Grammy Award–winning creators of Spring Awakening comes a historically influenced musical inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and takes place in the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II. The musical shows through November 19. Fri.-Sat.: 8pm; Sun.: 2pm. Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo Nuevo. Free-$40. Call (805) 963-0408 or email info@outoftheboxtheatre.org.

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11/10: Mosaic Makers Night Market Shop from more than 25 vendors of handmade goods and art and enjoy live music and delicious food and drinks from Goodland Waffles and Melts, Draughtsmen Aleworks, and Old Town Coffee S.B. 5-9pm. Mosaic Locale, 1131 State St. Free.

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Tour & Marketplace Walk through and admire the styling, artwork, and holiday decor of four homes on the self-guided tour and/or visit the marketplace with more than 50 vendors and artisans from fashion and accessories to lifestyle items and activities for children and families, including Santa photos. A portion of the proceeds will go toward Ojai Festival’s Bravo education and community programs. Home tour: 10am-4pm. Visit the website for tour information. $45-$50; marketplace: 10am-4:30pm. Libbey Park, 210 S. Signal St., Ojai. Free. Call (805) 646-2053. tinyurl.com/OjaiTour-Marketplace 11/11: Eslabon Armado Desveladxs Tour 2023 This California

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will bring his talented troupe of rescue dogs to perform tricks, high jumps, stunts, dancing, and comedy! 5pm. Solvang Theaterfest, 420 2nd St., Solvang. $15-$25. Call (805) 686-1789.

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11/10-11/12: S.B. Printmakers Pop-Up Print Sale This third annual pop-up exhibition will feature and sell distinctive hand-pulled prints made using traditional as well as contemporary techniques. Reception: Fri.: 4-6pm; Sat.: 10am-4pm; Sun.: noon4pm. Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. Free. Email mail@ sbprintmakers.com. sbprintmakers.com

trio, which draws from ranchera and norteño sources, will also bring their original take on Sierreña music (nostalgic ballads performed with acoustic guitars). 8pm. Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St. $59.50$139.50. Call (805) 963-9589. arlingtontheatresb.com

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11/11: Toes in the Cove: 2023 Rincon Longboard Classic

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Take in a magical day of watching local longboarders in divisions from children to ages 66+ and selected invitees. The Classic will continue on November 18. 7am-5pm. 172 Rincon Point Rd., Carpinteria. Free. Email info@surfhappens.com.

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11/11: Mezcal Martini See and dance to S.B.’s Latin jazz band

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ment Brackets will be built on skill levels for competitive matches that suit their abilities with novice players being able to challenge themselves. Proceeds will benefit the agency’s senior programs and youth mental health to S.B. County residents. 8am-4pm. Montecito Club, 921 Summit Rd. Participants: $125. Call (805) 966-1001 x1267.

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11/11: S.B. Great Strides—Cystic Fibrosis Walk The SoCal chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will host this 5K (3.1 mile) walkathon with music, fun, and a silent auction to raise funds and awareness for cystic fibrosis. 9am-noon. Chase Palm Park Soccer Field. Free. Call (805) 705-0512 or email brad@silcom.com. Read more on pg. 35. tinyurl.com/SB-GreatStrides 11/11: Neil Young Birthday Celebration Concert: Shaky Zimmerman: Forever Young Celebrate Neil Young with a performance by Shakey Zimmerman, the California-based Neil Young and Bob Dylan tribute band, with special guest Americana roots and rock band Claude Hopper to open the show. 7-10pm. Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria. $20-$25. Call (805) 684-6380.

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11/11: The Doublewide Kings and the S.B. Symphony Celebrate the Music of Van Morrison S.B.’s favorite home-grown classic rock band along with the S.B. Symphony will join forces to celebrate the music of Van Morrison and perform songs such as “Brown Eyed Girl,”“Moondance,”“Tupelo Honey,” and more. 7:30pm. $31-$106. The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. Call (805) 899-2222.

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11/11-11/12: S.B. Master Chorale Presents Timeless and Transcendent: Two Composers Bridge the Centuries This concert will feature Gabriel Faure’s “Requiem in D Minor” and John Rutter’s “Gloria,” led by artistic director and conductor David Lozano Torres. Sat.: 7:30-9:30pm. Sun.: 3-5pm. First United Methodist Church, 305 E. Anapamu St. Free-$22. Call (805) 729-0364.

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migrations, conservation, and local birds; enjoy games, food trucks (with food for purchase), activities, music, and stage presentations; and see the largest flight cage for raptors in rehabilitation. Proceeds go toward the ORC. 11am-3pm. Ojai Raptor Center, 370 Baldwin Rd., Bldg. E1, Ojai. Free-$15. Call (805) 649-6884. ojairaptorcenter.org/

11/12: El Fantasma El cantautor mexicano Alexander García, también conocido como El Fantasma, traerá su sonido regional norteño mexicano y sus corridos (balada narrativa en español) a S.B. en su gira La Séptima Vuelta Tour. Mexican singer/songwriter Alexander Garcia, aka El Fantasma, will bring his regional Mexican Norteño sound and corridos (Spanish narrative ballads) to S.B. on his La Séptima Vuelta Tour (The Seventh Round) tour. 7-10pm. Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St. $59.50-$119.50. Call (805) 963-9589.

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Claeyssens Veterans Foundation will host this ceremony that will include a flyover by the Condor Squadron and presentations and performances by the UCSB Color Guard, Gold Coast Pipe and Drum Band, David Gonzalez and the S.B. Choral Society, The Prime Time Band, and keynote speaker Rear Admiral John Weigold, U.S. Navy retired. 11am-1pm. S.B. Cemetery, 901 Channel Dr. Free. Read more on pg. 35.

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11/11: Lompoc Rotary Club Veterans Day Lt. Col. Robert Bohnsack of Vandenberg Space Force Base will give an invocation with guest speaker Col. Brent Cunningham, Space Launch Delta 30 Medical Group commander, followed by a small open house. 11am. Lompoc Veterans Memorial Building, 100 E. Locust Ave., Lompoc. Free. lompocrotary.com/events/calendar

11/12: S.B. County Action Network (SBCAN) Presents: Making History, Making Blintzes Founder of SBCAN Dick Flacks will be honored for his lifelong activism at this brunch where proceeds will go toward SBCAN’s environmental and social justice movements. 11am-2pm. El Paseo Restaurant, 10 El Paseo. $100. Email event@sbcan.org. sbcan.nationbuilder.com

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Keithley and Clark had been cautious to expand. But when their Yellow Belly landlord approached them about a dog wash going out of business just a stone’s throw from their restaurant, “it fell into our laps,” Keithley said. “As a kid, I always thought I’d work with animals. This wash was here for 25 years. People were sad when it was gone, and we

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lex Keithley and Tracy Clark were already running one of the most dog-friendly spots in Santa Barbara. And that’s before Keithley, who also owns a line of homemade dog products, and Clark, her lifelong friend, opened their most conspicuously canine venture — The Dirty Dog Wash & Goods. If you’ve stopped by their Yellow Belly Tap & Restaurant, chances are you’ve met them — nine years into business, Keithley and Clark still ring up orders, bus tables, and chat with the many regulars and newcomers that pack the cozy, cabin-like establishment. Yellow Belly has been a local favorite ever since coming to De la Vina and Constance, near the triple junction of Oak Park, Samarkand, and Upper State and Santa Barbara’s residential heart. Now, Keithley and Clark are turning the block into a one-stop shop for both species. Their Dirty Dog Wash & Goods has moved in just two doors down from the restaurant. When they opened Yellow Belly in 2014, Keithley and Clark saw not only a need for delicious burgers and revolving beers on tap, but a community-oriented, dog-positive space. “We always had bowls and treats, and I didn’t see a lot of that at the time,” Keithley said. With The Dirty Dog, they’ve done a sort of vertical integration, now making and selling the leashes, bowls, and treats — as well as the proper hygiene — that any dog needs to enjoy their stay at Yellow Belly or elsewhere.

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wanted to serve the community.” Keithley was already making ceramic bowls and leather leashes, tricks she picked up at SBCC’s continuing ed program and an apprenticeship with a saddle-maker years ago. These products fall under Wiley Mutt, a brand Keithley started during the pandemic and peddles to local shops such as Westward General and MĀCHER. Now, it’s got a forever home at her and Clark’s storefront. The Dirty Dog offers five self-serve baths, but there’s also a full-service wash station and even space for independent A pandemic side project, products from Wiley Mutt, are on sale. groomers to rent, much like a barbershop. With a flexible schedule and plenty of and then of course we get to see both [owner and pet] over supplies — DIYers can swing by anytime to brush, wash, there, too.” They’re also ready for brand-new owners. Adopt and fire up the pet blow-dryer and a cologne or perfume from Santa Barbara Humane and you’ll earn a free Dirty spritz — self-serve is for now the sweetest, most popular deal. Dog wash, along with general information and a plethora of Want to leave it to the pros instead? Book an appointment products to ensure your pup has everything they need before that includes an ear cleaning, a gland expression — impor- they’re home. tant but not so DIY-able — and a 15-minute full-body brush, For Keithley, business is not only familial — her siblings along with add-ons like conditioning, nail trimming, and and father run Crushcakes and Giovanni’s — but deeply pereven de-skunking. All dog sizes, and aromas, welcome. sonal. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, she and Clark have So are shyer or more anxious furry friends. With each been friends for more than 30 years, and they bring their wash, “everything is open for the customer to see, and we local knowledge, service chops, and love for animals to this cater it to the dog’s personality,” Keithley added. With dogs community they’ve fostered on north De la Vina, where dogs sometimes out-numbering humans, it can be a lot of person- and their humans can grab a bite, a drink, and now a wash, alities in one room, and she’s been happy with the open space a leash, and something to chew on. At least, us bipeds can and very good boys and girls freely getting along. enjoy those first two — as well as a clean, happy dog. It’s not unlike the convivial Yellow Belly vibe. “We want to know our customers and know their families. It’s really fun The Dirty Dog Wash & Goods: 2601 De la Vina St.; Thu.-Tue., 10:30 to do both things. Customers at Yellow Belly will come here, a.m.-6 p.m.; (805) 770-3130; thedirtydogsb.com INDEPENDENT.COM

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Unstructured downtime is essential for children’s development.

hen deciding what parenting topic to write about, extracurricular activities and averting over-scheduling. “Childhood should be about play, exploration, and I asked several fellow moms what issues they were interested in. The overwhelming response: extra- discovering one’s passions,” Gurney reminded me. While curricular activities — specifically, how much is too much? extracurricular activities certainly impart valuable life This question made me anxious, because my own kids skills, they should never replace the magic of downtime fall on the opposite end of the spectrum, and are not cur- and free play. So, as long as our kids are enjoying the activity, and the rently signed up for anything. Despite my husband and me being perpetual cheerlead- focus remains on fun rather than performance, it’s all good. ers of “Go Sign Up for Something,” our kids have resisted. The problem arises when childhood becomes dominated To be fair, they’ve dipped their toes into various extracur- by performance metrics, Gurney explained. “These days, we’ve placed too much emphasis on ricular pools — from soccer to ice hockey and figure performance, and as a result, we’re witnessing skating — only to decide that these pursuits more mental health issues,” she said. “By weren’t for them. the time they go to college, they are overI’ve held firm on the principle that stressed and over-scheduled, and they they must see their commitments don’t know what to do with downtime. through, but this year, I’ve begun Kids need unstructured downtime; to question the wisdom of shelling it is essential for their development.” out two to three hundred bucks for But how do we strike the right registrations when it means they’ll balance? Gurney’s advice: Trust your grumble their way through practices instincts. and games each week. “As parents, it’s crucial that we stay As it stands now, my kids are conattuned to our children’s cues and resist tent with coming home from school by Sara Bush imposing our own agendas on them,” she and immersing themselves in activities like said. “We must ask ourselves if our desire for their building with Legos, exploring the backyard, or inventing intricate games. And you know what? I’m per- participation in certain activities stems from their interests fectly okay with that. But that doesn’t mean I don’t some- or our expectations.” This might manifest differently in various stages of our times wonder whether I should be pushing them harder to kids’ development. For instance, with teenagers, we can try new things. In a world where children seem to be starting club and engage them in discussions about their commitments travel sports earlier than ever, the nagging question lingers: and whether they want to take on more, while younger Am I doing my kids a disservice by letting them chart their children who can’t articulate their feelings may show own course? Will they lag behind their peers in middle signs of overstimulation, exhaustion, or resistance when school or beyond when team sports and activities become over-committed, often through increased tantrums or more important to them? What if they want to play, but complaining of headaches or stomach aches. “In our hectic lives, it’s crucial to evaluate if each comcan’t make the team? Does that even matter? To unravel this web of uncertainty, I sought the wisdom mitment aligns with our family’s well-being and values,” of Dr. Andrea Gurney. She is an author, clinical psycholo- Gurney said. “Sometimes, we need to pause and ask, ‘Is gist, and professor at Westmont College. Her insights and this my best yes?’ before adding one more obligation to our advice shed light on the balance between encouraging already busy schedules.”

S.B. Clinical Psychologist Encourages Play and Exploration over Performance Pressure

Parents are often just as over-scheduled and, in turn, over-stressed, and it is just as important for us to take the time for ourselves. In adults, unscheduled downtime is called “self-care.” That could be as simple as going for a walk, or having dinner together as a family. “Sometimes we as parents aren’t modeling that downtime,” Gurney noted. “We need to nurture that and know it’s okay — that’s what our brains and bodies need to reset.” Now that we’ve established how to recognize and avoid overdoing it, when is the right time to encourage our children to explore new activities and take on more? “It depends on their temperament and interests,” Gurney said. “While it’s healthy for them to try new experiences, it’s equally crucial to respect their boundaries and unique interests.” She also cautioned that when kids use unscheduled downtime to retreat to their rooms or immerse themselves in screen time, that is not always healthy, and parents may need to explore whether there may be a deeper issue underlying their hesitation to join in activities. For example, are they afraid to try new things, or are they being bullied? Gurney leaves us with a poignant reminder: Childhood isn’t about subjecting kids to performance-based pressure at a tender age. We should foster exploration, introduce them to various activities, and engage in open conversations about their fears and desires. Ultimately, she concluded, as in most parenting decisions, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. What works for one family may not work for another. Yet, as parents, we have the power to prioritize our children’s well-being, nurture their interests, and embrace the beauty of a balanced life.

Sara Bush is a happy wife, devoted mother of two, and a journalist with a passion for storytelling. She serves as a media relations consultant at Carra, a boutique marketing and media relations agency in Santa Barbara. This story originally ran on the Independent’s new parenting site, independent.com/indyparenting.

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ystic fibrosis (CF) is a progressive, genetic, multi-organ disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time. It affects 40,000 children and adults living in the United States—that’s the bad news. But the good news is that the work being done to eradicate this terrible disease has come a long way in helping people lead long, fulfilling lives.

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Belkin, who is the event chair for Santa Barbara Great Strides. “The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation helped discover the gene that causes CF, created a state-of-the-art model for CF care, and has funded groundbreaking research aimed at correcting the root cause of CF, the abnormal CF protein. But we’re not done. We are working every day to build on this incredible momentum, and we won’t stop until there is a cure for every person with CF,” Belkin said. Great Strides is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest fundraising event and has helped raise millions of dollars to support research, drug development, and care of people with cystic fibrosis. More than 250 walks around the country each year bring together family, friends, students, and colleagues to make a difference in pursuit of a cure for cystic fibrosis. In 2022, the Foundation funded $265 million in research and care for people with the disease. Money raised at Santa Barbara Great Strides and at hundreds of events nationwide support the CF Foundation’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives by funding research and drug development, partnering with the CF community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care. “We are making incredible progress due to the Southern California community. We invite people in the Santa Barbara community to join us in our mission and acknowledgment of the importance of the community to drive us toward a cure,” said Goodson.

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On Saturday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to noon at Chase Palm Park, the Santa Barbara community will come together for “Santa Barbara Great Strides,” a fundraising walk and special event to assist in the fight against cystic fibrosis and support the work of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The event will include a 5K walk as well as music, a short ceremony of speakers, and a silent auction. The walk will begin around 10 a.m. “When the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was first founded [in 1989], children with CF typically did not live long enough to attend elementary school. Today, we celebrate the achievements in CF that fundraising events like this have led us to make great strides in the disease,” said James Goodson, area director of the Southern California Chapter. “Today, the median survival age of people born with CF is now into the sixties, and many are achieving milestones like attending college, getting married, and having kids—goals that used to seem impossible,” said Dr. Richard Belkin, Medical Director of the Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Cystic Fibrosis Program. “This is due in large part to the work of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the amazing CF community,” said

To attend or donate to Santa Barbara Great Strides, register online at on.cff.org/40r0bsc or call the Southern California Chapter at (323) 939-0758. For more information about the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, visit cff.org.

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Honoring the Lives of All Who Served, Annual Gathering Takes Place at Santa Barbara Cemetery by Leslie Dinaberg

he annual Santa Barbara community Veterans Day Ceremony will be hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649 and Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation on Saturday, November 11, at the beautiful Santa Barbara Cemetery, located at 901 Channel Drive. An outdoor ceremony, it will begin with a flyover by the Condor Squadron at 11 a.m. sharp. That will be followed by presentations and performances by the UCSB Color Guard, Gold Coast Pipe & Drum Band, David Gonzales and the Santa Barbara Choral Society, The Prime Time Band, and local guest speakers. The driveway of the cemetery will be decorated with dozens of American flags and the ceremony will take place near the main flagpole, with seating available for up to 500. There will also be additional standing room and plenty of parking, according to the organizers. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649 was established to assist veterans, and its mission is to foster camaraderie

among U.S. veterans of overseas conflicts and to serve our veterans, the military, and our communities and advocate on behalf of all veterans. The other organizing group, Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation, is funded entirely by private donations and is committed to honoring the men and women who have served in U.S. military efforts. They accomplish this by supporting veterans and active-duty members, and related partner organizations in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties as well as preserving military history and legacy. Veterans Day, which celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans, was originally known as Armistice Day in the U.S. and is a national holiday that coincides with other holidays including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which are celebrated in other countries that mark the anniversary of the end of World War I.

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hough raised in New Jersey and based in San Diego,

restaurateur Brad Wise credits his wife’s Central Coast roots for igniting his passion for wood-fire cooking, the grilling style for tri-tips and rib-eyes made famous by her hometown of Santa Maria.

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“You get a different fire every time you build and light one,” explains Wise. “That means no two cooking experiences are the same, and that you have to adapt and pivot in the moment to produce your dish. That’s a fun challenge to me, because I am obsessed with consistency, as any chef is. So how do you produce a dish that is going to taste consistent every time, while using a cooking method that’s different every time?” His dedication to mastering the technique is evident in the stacks of red oak and dry-aging cuts of beef on full display in the entryway to his Rare Society in Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, which opened just more than a year ago. It was the third location of Wise’s upscale steakhouse concept—revolving around multiple cuts of beef shared with your table via lazy Susan—and is just one of 10 restaurants in this 38-year-old’s fast-growing portfolio, including a Rare Society in Mill Creek, Washington. “We have the smallest amount of turnover here,” said Wise of how Santa Barbara is going, committed employees being one hallmark of a successful enterprise. “It’s like a calmer, smaller San Diego.” We met recently next to those woodpiles and New York strips during one of his monthly visits, when his wife takes the kids to see their grandparents in Santa Maria and he checks in on the kitchen. “We developed these restaurants to be self-sustaining,” said Wise of keeping standards high from San Clemente to Seattle, and he

also adapts each to match its neighborhood. “Every place we open, we ask, ‘How do people dine around here?’” In Santa Barbara, that meant balancing the desires of tourists with the needs of residents. “You see the ebbs and flows of business and demand based on who is traveling through, but we’ve been grateful in how receptive the community has been,” said Wise. “We have locals that are stopping by two or three times a week, neighbors where Rare has become their special-occasion destination, and industry folks coming in to hang at the bar, so it’s a good scene there. We look forward to continuing to grow and ingrain ourselves in this town.” He fell into restaurant life at just 12 years old by working in the cheesesteak shops and pizza joints of Cape May, a vacation destination on the southern tip of New Jersey’s coast. (Don’t call that the Jersey Shore, by the way.) Then he was a prep cook at the iconic Washington Inn, where his teacher mom worked summers too, motivated by the spending money. “I liked to have things, and I had to pay for these things,” he recalled of motocross and other hobbies. “Little did I know that they were grooming me for my career.” He went straight from high school to the Academy of Culinary Arts in Atlantic City, where he learned more fundamentals and the vocabulary of the professional kitchen. In 2006, his dad bought him a ticket to go visit a friend in Pacific Beach, and Wise quickly liked what he saw and moved out west. He found work with the Eat. Drink.Sleep hospitality group and was soon running The Padre Hotel in Bakersfield at just 25 years old, eventually becoming the entire group’s executive chef. By 2016, the 30-year-old was ready to do his own thing, and he opened Trust in San Diego’s Hillcrest neighborhood, one of the city’s first restaurants where the chef was also the owner. “Now it’s the exact opposite,” Wise said, explaining that, like in so many cities over the past decade, chef-owner-operators are San Diego’s norm. Always intending to scale up, he opened the steakhouse Fort Oak in 2019, followed the next year by the pizzapasta spot Cardelino and the butcher-sandwich shop

The Wise Ox. They weren’t all home runs. In 2017, he opened Hundred Proof, but it barely lasted two years. What went wrong there? “Everything — I’m not even kidding,” laughed Wise. “But I had to have that failure to learn and get to today.” In fact, that location became the first Rare Society, which immediately won rave reviews. “Once we saw that momentum, we realized that we’d struck a chord,” said Wise, who’s currently rolling out the model nationwide, with plans to open 10 more locations over the next five years. Blending classical steakhouse decor and cuisine with modern flourish, Rare Society goes deep in all corners of its extensive but highly curated menu, where every item gets a jolt of creativity. The old-fashioned, for instance, uses bourbon that’s been washed in dry-aged fat, while the Caesar is showered in pecorino flake, the crab cake gets onion powder, the salmon crudo wears Aleppojazzed everything spice, and the simply named “Bacon” is a sturdy slab of pork belly awash in gochujang. Even the sides get a bump: truffles in the creamed spinach and the gratin potatoes, carrots glazed in miso with a garlicpeanut-mint crunch. But the star of every show is one of the chef-determined boards that are shared with the table. Whether you opt for The Associate at $123 or The Executive at $197, the lazy Susan comes with an array of pre-sliced cuts (ribeye, Denver, N.Y. strip, tri-tip, filet mignon, etc.) and your selection of sauces (including Santa Maria–style salsa). In an era when many of us have realized that we only need a few bites to scratch our beef itch—rather than endure the challenge of chewing down an entire steak, whose first few bites are the best anyway—the boards are a game-changer, opening multiple flavors and textures while likely saving you money. “The board may be $200, but if it’s feeding four people, the experience is tremendously better than one steak,” said Wise, but he does hedge at least one bet. “We put filets on both boards so everyone is happy.”

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lthough we’d already gathered wicker-basket loads

of chestnuts, fairy potatoes, honey mushrooms, and onion grass, our gang of six remained mostly clueless foragers wandering near-aimlessly through the North Carolina woods. As we rounded a hearty oak tree, our guide Hannelore Berken told us to stop, look at our surroundings, and tell her what we just missed.

foragers—and presented us with the sandy-colored mass of feathery fronds, about the size of a big chicken but surprisingly much heavier. The six of us grown, grizzled, fortysomething men—close friends since the early 1990s, some of us going back even further to 1st and 5th grades—then posed for a group portrait, all sporting the giddy smiles of treasure-finding boys. A bit later, after sucking on sourwood leaves, chomping fox grapes, and dipping under bridges to pluck shrimp of the woods (a k a hunter’s hearts) from stream banks, we arranged our bounty on a picnic table as Berken cooked up some shrooms with just ghee and onion grass salt. Those bites ended our three-hour tour, but it was really just the appetizer course in the eating stage of this full-sensory foraging experience. After leaving some of our finds with Berken, we took the haul to Cultura in downtown Asheville, where Chef Eric Morris spent the afternoon working our wild ingredients into dishes for our tasting menu dinner that night. Later, as we dined on roasted chestnut/fairy potato/onion grass soup—whose creamy texture only required a splash of actual cream—and a large plate of the fried, sauced-up mushrooms, Morris confirmed that we’d brought in the most foraged items they’d ever seen from a tour like this. Everyone in the kitchen seemed as fired up as us. Beyond our foraged specials, Cultura’s “New Agrarian” cuisine was revelatory, proving even more electric than the restaurant’s black-lit bathroom halls: Royal Red shrimp atop heirloom corn laced with black ant aioli; a root-veggie panna cotta topped with Jonah crab, Vadouvan curry, tamarind, and brown butter; and the pork and chanterelle pie, laced with peach aspic and smoked bacon, to name just three courses. That dinner was just the culmination of four days of hedonism both homey and haute, from the rib racks at 12 Bones and smoked-fried chicken sandwich at

Is This North Carolina City the Best Place to Eat in America Right Now? Text and photos by Matt Kettmann

We might as well have been blind. Seconds later, she was kneeling beneath that same big oak, directing our attention to the biggest mushroom most of us had ever seen. “This is hen of the woods,” explained Berken, a lifelong wild food fanatic and the managing director of Asheville’s foraging company No Taste Like Home. “It’s also known as maitake.” Then she removed less than half of the heaping fungus—leaving the rest to continue to flourish for future

The spread keeps coming at Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse.

Yellowtail crudo at Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse

Bear’s, to epic meals at Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse and Neng Jr.’s. The latter — an 18-seat, queer-run, natty-winepushing eatery that serves updated spins on classic Filipinx food—is making most of the top national media lists as a restaurant to hit right now, requiring reservations to be made a month in advance. Ukiah, meanwhile, combined fascinating seasonal cocktails—tangy pickled-yuzu, habanero-tincture-topped margaritas; punch-like goji-berry-flavored gin awash in various aperitifs—with a textural tour of raw, fried, smoked, and confited eats. We didn’t just eat, of course. We drank too, like at Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar, where I met former Riverbench Winery manager Laura Booras and her partner, Wil Fernandez (remember his film Vintage 2014?), over bubbly flights, charcuterie splashed in Lusty Monk Mustard, and hot pimento cheese dip with warm bread. Our gang of six survived a Canoe Brew Tour with Cedar Rock Adventures, hitting 12 Bones, Wedge Brewery, New Belgium, and the artisan marketplace called Marquee, where we bought sips of rare aged Italian mead and a bottle of mourvèdre blanc called Unau. I don’t travel enough to food capitals like New York, San Francisco, and Chicago to make definitive claims about whether this comparably tiny Carolina town in the Blue Ridge Mountains is the best place to eat in America right now. I’d say it’s in the running, and others with more experience agree. But if you’re a special type like us who gets a thrill from learning about nature, finding your own food in the forest, and then having a world-class chef treat the ingredients with the respect and enthusiasm they deserve? Then aim for Asheville, where all your senses will be satisfied.

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President of Renaud’s Patisserie & Bistro, has announced that his namesake eatery now offers an evening experience open on Friday and Saturday nights. Already a local favorite known for its daytime brunch menu, Renaud’s will extend its Montecito operations into the evenings on Fridays and Saturdays. Awarded this year’s Best French Restaurant and a 12-time winner of Best Bakery by the Santa Barbara Independent, the bistro’s new offering is an intimate, limited-seating, high-end wine experience. Reservations are encouraged. Visit renaudsbistro.com or call (805) 324-4510 for more information. Online reservations at reservations.renaudsbistro.com. THANKSGIVING PIES AT RORI’S: Rori’s Artisanal

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whipped cream and house-made marzipan candied pumpkins. Each pie is $68 and serves eight to 12 people. Ordering began November 6 and extends to November 20. Customers can pick up their pies at Rori’s in the Public Market (38 W. Victoria St.) and at two locations in Carpinteria (751 Linden Ave. and 4191 Carpinteria Ave., Ste. 5). Visit bit.ly/rorispies23 to place your order. THANKSGIVING AT CAYA AND FINCH & FORK:

On November 23 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Chef Nathan Lingle at Finch & Fork will offer a Harvest Buffet including a raw bar with freshly shucked oysters. Offerings include poached shrimp; signature deviled eggs; chicken liver paté; roasted fig, mascarpone, Central Coast honey, and smoked pistachio toast; a variety of salads, including a black garlic Caesar; roast turkey or roast pork loin from the carving station, and more. On November 23 from 1-9 p.m., CAYA at The Leta Hotel in Goleta will be offering an à la carte menu including roast turkey with sage stuffing; garlic whipped potatoes, green beans almondine, turkey gravy, house-made cranberry sauce, a honey-glazed ham with candied sweet potatoes and all the trimmings, as well as other salads, appetizers, and entrees such as filet mignon, Scottish cedar plank salmon and a butternut squash risotto, among other options. 7-ELEVEN ON HOLLISTER UPDATE: This just in from

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Rhiannon Giddens (second from left) performs with the Silkroad Ensemble.

t may be an understatement to report that the multi-faceted American treasure that is Rhiannon Giddens is having well-deserved moments in the public spotlight at the moment, adding a Pulitzer Prize this year (for her first opera, Omar) to a list of accolades, including a MacArthur Grant. Locally speaking, within the space of a year, Giddens — the celebrated singer/banjoist/ project maker/activist — is having a tripleplay impact on the cultural life in the 805. On November 9, at The Granada Theatre, Giddens arrives as director of the storied and definitively multicultural Silkroad Ensemble, under the aegis of UCSB Arts & Lectures. This special event, the first stop on a tour of a new project, American Railroad, presents music around the theme of the complexities, exploitation, and displacement of people of color and the working class in the process of building the transcontinental railroad. Her Silkroad project comes close on the heels of Giddens’s role as music director of the Ojai Music Festival last June. She also returns to town with her own project, with a five-piece band that includes her partner and Italian multi-instrumentalist with a worldly vantage point Francesco Turrisi, at Campbell Hall on April 23, 2024, promoting her robust new Nonesuch album You’re the One. All told, this is a year when we in the region are afforded the chance to catch Giddens and her many and expanding incarnations and socio-historic dimensions. The North Carolina–born Giddens spoke to the Independent via Zoom from her current home in Limerick, Ireland, where she is raising two children. She paused to instruct them about the availability of her handmade peanut butter and other food. As she explained, “I make peanut butter and it’s nothing but peanuts. It’s so tasty. I haven’t bought peanut butter in years.”

Once aboard, what was the path to the American Railroad project? American Railroad is my first idea for the group, to connect Silkroad to America. The railroad creates this framework to then also connect that story to indigenous populations who are always here and who are affected in huge ways by the railroad. You have people who built the railroad, people who are affected by the railroad, and all these people are poor. They’re all working-class people, people who don’t have the resources.

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Somehow, this admission is not surprising. Your role as director of Silkroad seems like such a natural fit, given your own explorations of cultural linkages and historical backdrops within music. How was that connection made? There’s no world where I would’ve said yes to Silkroad without having met Francesco first. He connected me to the rest of the world, whereas I’ve been really sunk into American music, particularly Southern American music, and particularly banjo music and the history surrounding that. He helped me situate that within a global context. I had worked with Silkroad before on a recording. I’m just insatiably curious and thought, “Well, with Francesco by my side, I feel like I know enough to know how much I don’t know.” I want to continue building on what Silkroad has already done, which is to create this notion of “when strangers meet.” That was the original tagline when [Silkroad founder] Yo-Yo Ma was involved. And I want to expand that into new realms, and ask, “What does it mean to have a cultural conversation with somebody?”

There remains the question of whether music can affect social change, but music can affect social awareness. Is this project an extension of that impulse for you? It is, because we have so much division in this country. I really feel like that is a job of art. We commit genocide over and over again for thousands of years. But we also have this insatiable desire to create. Considering all that you’ve done as an artist by now, you seem to be a virtuoso multitasker. Do you see yourself that way? Yeah, a little too much sometimes. … My spirit of desire to do things is bigger than my body can handle at the moment. [Laughs.] I’m maintaining it now and learning to say “no.” I don’t wanna ever get to the point where I’m not giving all that I have to something because I’m too busy. So I’m trying to give it a little halt there. To find balance? Yeah. I have two kids, you know. You’ve gotta make peanut butter, too. I’ve gotta make peanut butter. [Laughs.] —Josef Woodard

For more information and to purchase tickets, see artsandlectures.ucsb.edu. This version of the interview has been edited for length and clarity. To read the full interview, see Independent.com.

Alex Keever, Charlotte Hecker, and Calla Kamenov in SBCC Theatre Arts Department’s production of John Proctor Is the Villain by Kimberly Belflower Playwright Kimberly Belflower’s John Proctor Is the Villain brings audiences to a small-town high school in 2019 Georgia. Popular English teacher Mr. Smith passionately engages his students in a social dialogue inspired by their reading of The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s play about the Salem witch trials. “Mr. Smith,” says actor Charlotte Hecker, “encourages the kids to reflect upon the similarities between the condemnation of women in the Salem community and the women speaking out as a part of the ‘Me Too’movement.” When a shocking school scandal overshadows coursework, characters are faced with complex gender and sexual power dynamics that parallel those in The Crucible. “Accusations are rampant, suspicions are high,” says director Sara Rademacher. “Students navigate their own complicated worlds, friendships, and relationships, not knowing who to trust.” Alex Keever, who plays Mr. Smith, says John Proctor Is the Villain touches on many deep topics that are of current social relevance, noting the connections to the “Me Too” movement as “incredibly powerful.” “John Proctor Is the Villain grounds feminism in something relatable and earnest, making the controversial topics more approachable, and hopefully opening up wider conversations,” says Hecker. “While the themes of the show can be daunting, John Proctor Is the Villain is truly a hilarious, shockingly accurate comedy about friendship and teenage angst.” This production of the SBCC Theatre Group’s 2023-24 season is a student showcase, meaning everyone in the cast is a current SBCC student. “It’s a beautiful choice for SBCC,”says Rademacher. “Material that dominantly features smart, strong, young people is so rare; I love the opportunity to give that voice a larger platform … there could not be better material to represent this incredible generation.” —Maggie Yates See the show on stage at SBCC’s Jurkowitz Theater (721 Cliff Dr.) November 8-18. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (805) 965-5935 or see theatregroupsbcc.com.

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Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Zakir Hussain, and Rakesh Chaurasia

here will be a whole lotta meet- Ravi Shankar at the Arlington Theing going on at Campbell Hall atre and in jazzman Charles Lloyd’s on Wednesday, November Sangam trio (with drummer Eric 15, with the fortuitous collabora- Harland in the band). That Lobero tion of banjo wiz Béla Fleck, double Theatre concert was recorded (by bassist Edgar Meyer, tabla master Sound Design’s Dom Camardella) Zakir Hussain, and bansuri player for a popular ECM album. Rakesh Chaurasia. Stylistically, the musical menu will veer from bluegrass to classical music from points West and East, with jazz elements and attitudes naturally tossed into the mix. After Fleck and Meyer connected with Hussain for an orchestral project released on 2009’s aptly titled The Melody of Rhythm, the musicians The group’s newest album, As We Speak produced a fascinating and freely eclectic yet focused In a way, the freshest component album this year, As We Speak. Fea- of this meeting of masters is the tured tracks on the album include appearance of renowned Rakesh the extended “The B Side” and Chaurasia on the bansuri (the “Conundrum” and the “single” Indian bamboo flute). While the “Owl’s Misfortune,” a more com- other musicians have appeared in pact mission statement of the inter- Santa Barbara on many occasions woven idioms and cultures at the and contexts over the years, Chaurasia represents the vast population party. News of a border-crossing proj- of revered musicians from nonect involving these parties comes as Western traditions who haven’t no surprise in general public terms received the attention or public visand also for avid concertgoers in ibility they deserve. Santa Barbara. We have caught Of the new globally inclined sight and sound of Fleck many quartet, Fleck has noted that times, starting with his fusion band “everybody has to stretch in the the Flecktones; with his banjoist direction of the other people. To wife, Abigail Washburn; and inter- me, a collaboration where nobody actions with fellow “New Nash- changes is not a collaboration; it’s ville” cat Meyer. Meyer himself is a mashup…. I like a collaboration also a familiar face on local stages where I have to learn a bunch of and, perhaps most memorably, for things from the other people. And his enchanting “chamber music in in this case, I’m learning like crazy.” historic places” solo concert in the —Josef Woodard innovative Romero Canyon home Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Zakir Hussain, of architect Barton Myers. and Rakesh Chaurasia perform at UCSB Hussain’s list of local shows Campbell Hall on November 15 at 8 includes playing with sitar master p.m. See artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.

“Puerta de Tierra” by Glen Rubsamen

eing that we instinctively tote along expectations and predigested ideas to cultural events and art exhibitions, a certain taste for travelog flavorings comes naturally when visiting a show titled Looking Back: Tokyo, Gibraltar, Berlin & Sperlonga, now on view at Solvang’s Elverhøj Museum. We quickly bump into the “think again” response upon entering the gallery space. Glen Rubsamen’s paintings deftly dodge any standard mode of conduct in terms of bringing an outsider’s (and/or tourist’s) curious eye in a locale far from home. Instead, he paints odes to the between hours, with ample attention paid to twilight skies fringed with silhouetted trees and spare evidence of man-made objects and structures. He brings a strict, even minimalist, conceptual strategy to this series. Specific differences between Berlin and Tokyo would be detectable only by a highly attentive local; to most of us, these are paintings about sky and shadowy framing, with a universal reference. Adding to the hypnotic detachment of this body of work is the fact that the canvases hail from an earlier period of the artist’s life, when he was an itinerant thirtysomething in the 1990s. They are literally paintings from another time, and from some liminal space, like the mystical between zone of

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consciousness between waking and sleeping life. Enticement comes in surprising and presumably everyday ways in this art. The painting “Gakugaidaigaku” features two thick tree trunks as visual protagonists set against a gray-blue sky and with a tilted slip of a bridge in the lower right corner. The most prominent architectural presence in the show arrives as the multi-story building in “Gibraltar VIII,” which seems almost out of place — and out of pace — with the series. The building, an unpeopled megastructure by the sea, is viewed behind a gathering of trees and a high cliff to the right, which seems to vie for our attention as much as the building before us. In another variation on the show’s fairly uniform pictorial scheme, a rhythmic grid is imposed on the seaside scene in “Grimma,” with a row of trees in a procession across the composition — and, natch, stripped of specifics by the silhouetting shade effect. “Puerta de Tierra” is accounted for in the form of a yawning sky and palm trees in the outer margins. A faux castle turret, which would be a prominent feature in a more traditional travelog-friendly painting, is almost as a footnote compared to the mundane drama of a streetlight, with structures looming like emaciated cranes into the center of the picture. Paradoxically, the enigmatic allure whets your appetite to go there, even though there is no strong “there there,” to quote Gertrude Stein. Rubsamen has stirred up some special magic and atmospheric mojo with this art — ostensibly about the outside world, but in fact, peering inward in its particular fashion. —JW

Looking Back: Tokyo, Gibraltar, Berlin & Sperlonga is on exhibit through November 18 at Elverhøj Museum of History & Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang.

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(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Your victories-in-progress are subtle. They may not be totally visible to you yet. Let me describe them so you can feel properly confident about what you are in the process of accomplishing. (1) A sustained surge of hard-earned personal growth is rendering one of your problems mostly irrelevant. (2) You have been redefining what rewards are meaningful to you, and that’s motivating you to infuse your ambitions with more soulfulness. (3) You are losing interest in a manipulative game that doesn’t serve you as well as it should. (4) You are cultivating more appreciation for fascinating and useful problems.

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(May 21-June 20): To earn money, I have worked as a janitor, dishwasher, olive-picker, ditch-digger, newspaper-deliverer, and 23 other jobs involving hard labor. In addition, I have done eight artistic jobs better suited to my sensitive temperament and creative talents. Am I regretful or resentful about the thousands of hours I toiled at tasks I didn’t enjoy? A little. But mostly I’m thankful for them. They taught me how to interact harmoniously with a wide array of people. They helped forge my robust social conscience. And they motivated me to eventually figure out how to get jobs I really loved. Now I invite you to take an inventory of your own work life, Gemini. It’s an excellent time to evaluate where you’ve been and where you want to go in the future.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): There are so many kinds of sweetness. Zesty, spicy sweetness. Tender, balmy, fragrant sweetness. Sour or bitter sweetness. Musky, piquant sweetness. Luscious, succulent sweetness. One of my favorite types of sweetness is described by Cancerian poet Stephen Dunn. He wrote, “Often a sweetness comes as if on loan, stays just long enough to make sense of what it means to be alive, then returns to its dark source. As for me, I don’t care where it’s been, or what bitter road it’s traveled to come so far, to taste so good.” My analysis of the astrological omens suggests to me that you are about to commune with at least three of these sweetnesses, Cancerian. Maybe most of them.

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(Apr. 20-May 20): Taurus physicist Richard Feynman was a smart and accomplished person who won a Nobel Prize. He articulated a perspective that will be healthy for you to experiment with in the coming weeks. He said, “I can live with doubt and uncertainty and not knowing. I think it’s much more interesting not knowing than to have answers which might be wrong. I have approximate answers and possible beliefs and different degrees of certainty about different things, but I’m not absolutely sure of anything, and there are many things I don’t know anything about.” Give Feynman’s approach a try, dear Taurus. Now is an excellent time to explore the perks of questioning everything. I bet you’ll be pleased with how free and easy it makes you feel.

(July 23-Aug. 22): Author Dan Savage advocates regular indulgence in sloth. He notes that few of us can “get through 24 hours without a little downtime. Human beings need to stare off into space, look out the window, daydream, and spend time every day being indolent and useless.” I concur, and I hope you will indulge in more downtime than usual during the coming weeks. For the sake of your long-term mental and physical health, you need to relax extra deep and strong now—to recharge your battery with delicious and delightful abandon.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): According to my deep and thorough analysis of your astrological rhythms, your mouth will soon be a wonder of nature. The words emerging from your lips will be extra colorful, precise, and persuasive. Your taste buds will have an enhanced vividness as they commune with the joys of food and drink. And I suspect your tongue and lips will exult in an upgrade of aptitude and pleasure while plying the arts of sex and intimate love. Congratulations, Mouthy Maestro!

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In addition to being a masterful composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) played the piano, violin, harp, bassoon, clarinet, horn, flute, oboe, and trumpet. His experience led him to believe that musicians best express their skills when they play fast. It’s more challenging to be excellent when playing slowly, he thought. But I will invite you to adopt the reverse attitude and approach in the coming weeks, Libra. According to my astrological analysis, you will be most successful if you work gradually and incrementally, with careful diligence and measured craftiness.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In my horoscopes for Scorpios, I tend to write complex messages. My ideas are especially thick and rich and lush. Why? Because I imagine you as being complex, thick, rich, and lush. Your destiny is labyrinthine and mysterious and intriguing, and I aspire to reflect its intricate, tricky beauty. But this time, in accordance with current astrological omens, I will offer you my simplest, most straightforward oracle ever. I borrowed it from author Mary Anne Hershey: “Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Play with abandon. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love.”

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In her poem “Requiem,” Anna Akhmatova says, “I must kill off memory … and I must learn to live anew.” I think most of us can benefit from periodically engaging in this brave and robust exercise. It’s not a feat to be taken lightly — not to be done more than once or twice a year. But guess what: The coming weeks will be a time when such a ritual might be wise for you. Are you ready to purge old business and prepare the way for a fresh start? Here are your words of power: forgiveness, clearing, cleaning, release, absolution, liberation.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): We need stories almost as much as we need to breathe, eat, sleep, and move. It’s impossible to live without them. The best stories nourish our souls, stimulate our imagination, and make life exciting. That’s not to say that all stories are healthy for us. We sometimes cling to narratives that make us miserable and sap our energy. I think we have a sacred duty to de-emphasize and even jettison those stories — even as we honor and relish the rich stories that empower and inspire us. I bring these thoughts to your attention, Capricorn, because you’re in a phase of your cycle when you will especially thrive by disposing of the bad old stories and celebrating the good ones.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I could be wrong, but I don’t think so: You are smarter and wiser than you realize about the pressing issues that are now vying for your attention. You know more than you know you know. I suspect this will soon become apparent, as streams of fresh insights rise up from the depths of your psyche and guide your conscious awareness toward clarity. It’s okay to squeal with glee every time a healing intuition shows up. You have earned this welcome phase of lucid certainty.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): In Indigenous cultures throughout history, shamans have claimed they have the power to converse with and even temporarily become hawks, coyotes, snakes, and other creatures. Why do they do that? It’s a long story, but one answer is that they believe animals have intelligences that are different from what humans have. The shamans aspire to learn from those alternate ways of seeing and comprehending the world. Many of us who live in Western culture dismiss this venerable practice, although I’ve known animal lovers who sympathize with it. If you are game for a fun experiment, Pisces, I invite you to try your own version. Choose an animal to learn from. Study and commune with it. Ask it to reveal intuitions that surprise and enrich you.

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RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS The locksmith performs journey‑level locksmithing tasks and related repairs/installations for the buildings maintained by Residential Operations. In compliance with HDAE goals and objectives, affirms, and implements the department Educational Equity Plan comprised of short and long‑term objectives that reflect a systematic approach to preparing both students and staff for success in a multi‑cultural society. Reqs: High School Diploma Or equivalent. Minimum 3 years experience as a Locksmith. Experience with Best Interchangeable core systems and Schlage Institutional lock hardware cylinders. Experience installing and servicing door hardware including exit devices (Von Duprin) and door closers (LCN). Must be able to pin cores, and to cut and duplicate new keys using key‑cutting machines, impressions or code key machines. Ability to maintain locking systems by repairing and replacing worn springs, tumblers and other critical parts. Must have a thorough understanding of a master key system, low voltage and basic electrical access controls. Understanding of safety practices and Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures. Must have proven customer service skills with good follow through and strong communication skills. Ability to work in an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic team environment. Notes: Hours and days may vary to meet the operational needs of the department. Weekend pager duty and occasional overtime also required to meet the operational needs of the department. 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. Hiring/Budgeted Salary Rate: $41.70/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 # 60102

MANAGER, HEALTH INFORMATION SERVICES

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Responsible for the management, development, implementation and operation of the combined Electronic Health Record System for Student Health Service (SHS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at UC Santa Barbara. Works with campus leadership to establish strategic goals and objectives, manages information system upgrades, integrations, change management, accountability and stewardship of human resources, prioritization, testing/quality assurance, documentation, and releases. Will manage the design, development,

configuration, operation and maintenance of clinical, financial, administrative and ancillary systems and their interfaces to other campus and third party computer systems as well as oversee project management of a significant number of very complex, mission‑critical projects related to SHS and CAPS information systems with sensitive data and enterprise scope. Will also supervise technical staff, training and support for 100+ medical and administrative staff. Reqs: 4‑6 years of experience managing an Information Technology organization or unit, planning and executing multiple complex, mission‑critical projects ensuring and adhering to organizational project management policies, guidelines, metrics and technology methodologies, and managing technical staff of various backgrounds and levels of experience. Notes: HIPAA regulations are strictly enforced; any violation will invoke the disciplinary process. Satisfactory conviction history background check The full salary range is $112,100 ‑ $216,500/yr. The budgeted salary range is $127,760 ‑ $164,300/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. Open until filled. Apply online at www.jobs. ucsb.edu Job #60434

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

UCSB, STUDENT HEALTH Come join UCSB Student Health’s dynamic team! Our MAs prepare patients for their visit by checking vital signs, assisting with procedures, completing insurance referrals, scheduling patients, answering patient questions, and ensuring the clinic is properly stocked. We provide a comprehensive orientation to clinic routines and the electronic medical record. You will work hand‑in‑hand with Physicians, PAs, NPs, RNs, & LVNs in caring for the student population at UCSB. Reqs: High School diploma or equivalent. Licenses/Certifications: Certification with one of the following agencies: American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants, Local Emergency Medical Services Agency, Emergency Medical Services Authority, Certified Nursing Assistant. Note: Applicants without a proper certification will not be considered. Notes: Student Health requires all clinical staff to successfully pass the background check and complete the credentialing process before the employment 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. Scheduling will be reviewed annually and set for the upcoming fiscal year. Weekly schedule may include Thursday evening hours if need arises. 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: $24.69/hr. ‑ $29.50/hr. Full Title Code Pay Range: $24.69/hr. ‑ $30.68/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 # 57062

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OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY We are looking for a self‑motivated network services engineer to join our growing onsite team! You will serve as a leading technical member of the UCSB Network Operations Center to provide network and internet connectivity to campus buildings, the North Hall Data Center, and wireless service supporting all campus academic and business operations. Duties include the design, implementation, evaluation and administration of wired and wireless network systems, including routers, switches, wireless controllers, authentication and accounting systems, and virtual private network servers. Develops scripts and processes for system integration, data collection and reporting, and network monitoring for cloud‑hosted and local environments. Serves as a technical consultant in the planning, design, and operation of network services. Implements and manages change‑control and inventory management system processes. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Notes: Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull‑Notice Program. Must carry a cell phone and have own transportation for off‑hours response. Position requires occasional work outside of business hours. Satisfactory conviction history background check. The full range is $82,300 ‑ $151,700/yr. The budgeted salary range is $92,710 ‑ $117,000/ 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 www.jobs.ucsb.edu. Job # 59984

PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATOR

COMPUTER SCIENCE Manages the personnel component of the Computer Science Department. Total annual expenditures are approximately 9 million with more than 170 employees. Duties include updating salary projections and reconciling with the payroll ledgers. Enters employment transactions and processes monthly and hourly payroll using the on‑line Payroll and Personnel system. Posts projects and salary, benefit, tuition & fee, and vacation expenditures on the automated accounting systems. Processes the monthly recharges. Reqs: High school diploma or GED. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check The full hourly range is $27.29 to $39.12/hr. The budgeted hourly range n is $27.29 to $29.92/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 11/13/2023. Apply online at www.jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 61052

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MATHEMATICS Assists in the preparation of all financial and payroll forms and transactions. Responsible for payroll and employment actions for the department. Processes monthly and

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equipment. Responsible for equipment maintenance, calibration and inventory control. Requires daily interaction with customers, campus departments, and vendors. Responsible for maintaining the security of the storeroom and storage dock. Uses several campus computer systems to process requisitions and manages electronic inventory. Backs up Storekeeper as necessary. Reqs: High school diploma or equivalent. Clinical data entry experience. Working knowledge in storeroom and inventory practices, procedures, used in the receipt, storage and distribution of merchandise. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse. Mandated reporting requirement of Dependent Adult Abuse. UCSB Student Health requires that all staff must successfully complete and pass the background check before their 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. Senior Storekeeper and Storekeeper are not allowed to take vacations at the same time. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Must maintain valid CA DL, a clean DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull‑Notice Program. Hiring/ Budgeted Salary Hourly Range: $23.38/ hr. ‑ $24.79/hr. Full Salary Range: $22.46/hr. ‑ $30.84/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 # 60378

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STUDENT HEALTH Performs a variety of tasks including but not limited to: departmental purchasing, shipping, receiving, storing; issuing materials, supplies, and

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STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM ADVISOR

RESIDENTIAL & COMMUNITY LIVING The Advisor enhances the overarching Student Leadership program through

advising and supporting the leadership development of UCSB students, including the Residential Housing Association, National Residence Hall Honorary, and Hall Councils. The Student Leadership Program Advisor will play an integral role with the advising and leadership development of UCSB students, to include establishing student government and programming bodies for all‑campus housing communities from the larger housing‑wide organizations to representatives on individual floors. This position provides an exceptional opportunity to develop skills in student advising, gain exposure to the field of student leadership and development, participate and contribute to a variety of student programs. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. At least 2 years of work experience in University Housing, or Student Affairs. Experience with planning and implementing programs/activities. Experience in counseling or advising students. Ability to work independently, anticipate job requirements, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work confidently with diverse student populations and is committed to practicing and promoting inclusivity. Commitment to creating communities where residents feel a deep sense of belonging. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues throughout a large, multifunctional department. Notes: UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act. This is a twelve‑month per year contract position. Satisfactory conviction history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Salary or Hourly Range: $24.95/hr. ‑ $33.53/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. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #60770

TEACHING CLEANROOM ENGINEER

ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING Oversees and facilitates the operation of the ECE Department’s solid state instructional laboratory complex. The complex includes a ISO class 5 cleanroom, which supports undergraduate and graduate courses in integrated circuit design and fabrication and advanced semiconductor device processing. Oversees space and equipment design, modifications and renovations. Repairs, maintains, and operates all equipment, instruments, and fixtures. Designs, assembles, and tests customized experimental equipment and instrumentation. Designs, develops, and maintains lab safety program. Serves as consultant to faculty, research staff, and students on all aspects of the operation of the sophisticated equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation. Manages annual expenditures. Possesses a thorough working knowledge of electronics, mechanical engineering laws, vacuum technology, optical systems, gas systems, heat transfer, cryogenic systems, solid state electronics, electron microscopy, plasmas, and a variety of chemicals. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range is $75,800 to $149,600/yr. The budgeted salary is $75,800 to $120,000/ 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,

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TEMPORARY POLLOCK THEATER MANAGER (LIMITED 50% FTE)

CARSEY‑WOLF CENTER Responsible for the operations of the Pollock Theater as a venue for the Carsey‑Wolf Center’s public programming. In the evening and on occasional weekends, the Manager works with the Carsey‑Wolf Center staff to ensure a seamless movie‑going experience for guests and patrons. Responsible for coordinating the videotaping of all events, post‑production editing, and posting final cut to CWC’s website and UCTV. Serves as the operational manager, making sure the facility is secure and maintained as a first‑class classroom and venue. Serves as technical director for all events requiring multi‑media support. Coordinates with outside vendors for the upkeep and maintenance of the acoustic and visual media equipment used in the Theater. Supervises part‑time student assistants for the Department of Film and Media Studies and the Carsey‑Wolf Center; 5‑10 students each quarter will learn theater management and production skills to program, market, prep, and film events in the Pollock Theatre. Reqs: 4‑6 years experience with equipment management and technical support for advanced audio‑visual technology. Bachelor’s Degree in related area or equivalent experience and/or training. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check This is a 50% Limited position working less than 1000 hours in 12 consecutive months. The full salary range is $32.18 ‑ $57.28/ hr. The budgeted hourly range is $32.18 ‑ $35.40/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 # 60853.

TENURE TRACK TEACHING FACULTY POSITION – GENERAL CHEMISTRY

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Responsibilities include managing undergraduate labs, upgrading materials used in laboratory courses, training and managing the teaching assistants, student safety training, instructing other courses associated with general chemistry lab and lecture series, participating in university service and professional activities that improve the educational system. Our goal is to identify, recruit, and support a scholar emerging as one of the next generation of leaders and educators who will commit to underrepresented and underserved students. A reasonable estimate for this position is $95K‑$140K. 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 deadline 11/23/23. Apply online at https://apptrkr.com/4723672.

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The Petition for Probate requests that: DEBORAH E. THIELE, JAMES R. BEAN, JR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 12/21/2023 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Anacapa Division. 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: 09/19/2023 By: Nicolette Barnard, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Deborah E. Thiele, 330 Hollipat Center Dr #3, Santa Barbara, CA 93111; (805) 636‑8151. Published Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LEO JOSEPH MOLDAVER aka LEE MOLDAVER Case No.: 21PR00481 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: LEO JOSEPH MOLDAVER aka LEE MOLDAVER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: SIMON A. MOLDAVER in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara THE PETITION for probate requests that: SIMON A. MOLDAVER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The Independent administration authority will be

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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: 10/30/2023 By: Nicolette Barnard, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Jeffrey B. Soderborg 1900 State Street, Suite M, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; (805) 687‑6660. Published Nov 9, 16, 22 2023. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DONALD GLENN OLLIS, JR Case No.: 23PR00513 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: DONALD GLENN OLLIS, JR A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: SHIRLEY CORNELIUS in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara THE PETITION for probate requests that: be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/18/2024 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93102 ANACAPA DIVISION. 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

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should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/18/2024 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93102 ANACAPA DIVISION. 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: 11/01/2023 By: Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Darrel Parker, Executive Officer. Attorney for Petitioner: Miles T. Goldrick. Law Offices of Miles T. Goldrick 125 East Victoria Street, Suite F, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; (805) 963‑7400.

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FBN ABANDONMENT STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following Fictitious Business Name is being abandoned: PAT’S AUTOMOTIVE 931 S Blosser Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93458 The original statement for use of this Fictitious Business Name was filed 03/16/20 in the County of Santa Barbara. Original File no. FBN 2020‑0000828. The persons or entities abandoning use of this name are as follows: Patrick J. Nicoll 4386 Valley Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93455 The business was conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY PATRICK J. NICOLL/OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/19/23, FBN 2023‑0002457, E47. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following Fictitious Business Name is being abandoned: PAT’S AUTOMOTIVE 931 S Blosser Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93458 The original statement for use of this Fictitious Business Name was filed 03/30/22 in the County of Santa Barbara. Original File no. FBN 2022‑0000836. The persons or entities abandoning use of this name are as follows: Patrick J. Nicoll 4386 Valley Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93455 The business was conducted by an individual. SIGNED BY PATRICK J. NICOLL/OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/19/23, FBN 2023‑0002458, E47. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002357 The following person(s) is doing business as: Vintage Legit, 2428 Calle Soria, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, County of SANTA BARBARA. Eric L. Peterson, 2428 Calle Soria, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 This business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable /s/ Eric L. Peterson, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/03/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9/23 CNS‑3744168# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002323 The following person(s) is doing business as: 300 West 30th, 611 Christmas Tree Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, County of SANTA BARBARA. Christian Saunders, 611 Christmas Tree Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Jordan Quivey, 611 Christmas Tree Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 This business is conducted by A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable /s/ Christian Saunders, Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/27/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9/23 CNS‑3746019#

SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2023‑0002225 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EDDIEHPAINTING INC, 107 nopalitos way, #41725, santa barbara, CA 93140 County of SANTA BARBARA Mailing Address: 107 nopalitos way, #41725, santa barbara, CA 93140 ‑ sant EDDIEHPAINTING INC, 107 nopalitos way, #41725, santa barbara, CA 93140 This business is conducted by a Corporation The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. EDDIEHPAINTING INC S/ eduardo herrera dominguez, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/14/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9/23 CNS‑3746232# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MICHAEL GAMBINO at 2430 Pine Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Gambino Specialty Services LLC 7127 Hollister Ave 25A257 Goleta, CA 93117 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: MICHAEL GAMBINO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002396. Published: Oct 19, 26. Nov 2, 9 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002374 The following person(s) is doing business as: Louie’s California Bistro, 1404 De la Vina St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, County of SANTA BARBARA. Bradford Investment Group LLC, 8605 Santa Monica Blvd #858692, West Hollywood, CA 90069; California This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/28/2023 /s/ William Bradford, Managing Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/04/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9/23 CNS‑3747579# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ON POINT TUTORS at 5059 University Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93111; UDOTAI LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: UDO GYENE/ MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 21, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002271. Published: Oct 19, 26. Nov 2, 9 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AWAKENED HEART ACUPUNCTURE at 924 Anacapa Street Suite 3F Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Awakened Heart Acupuncture LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: NICOLE HIDAKA/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 11, 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) by

E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002406. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CENTRAL COAST OCEAN ADVENTUES FOUNDATION/CCOA FOUNDATION/MYSTIC WHALER at 1187 Coast Village Road, Suite 1‑408 Santa Barbara, CA 93108; Central Coast Ocean Adventures, Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Filed by: ROBERTA GRIFFIN/CFO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 29, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0002344. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: DNA DISCOUNT at 5048 Cathedral Oaks Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Gregory R Hons (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by: GREGORY R. HONS/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 2, 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) by E61. FBN Number: 2023‑0002355. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: SAGE SOCIETY at 360 S Hope Ave, C‑105 Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Santa Barbara Fitness And Wellness Services LLC 1656 Las Canoas Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: NATASHA CALEEL/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002385. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: FLORES SERVICES CORP at 520 Laguna Street Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Flores Services Corp (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Filed by: YURITSI FLORES/VICE PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 11, 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) by E61. FBN Number: 2022‑0002403. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EL ENCANTO POOLS at 34 San Rossano Goleta, CA 93117; Juan Deluna (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Filed by: JUAN DELUNA/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 11, 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) by E47. FBN Number: 2022‑0002401. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DUTCHER DESIGN at 320 Mountain Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93103; JudyAnn Plaxco (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Filed by: JUDYANN PLAXCO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 16, 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) by E47. FBN Number: 2022‑0002430. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002361 The following person(s) is doing business as: LJ Bookkeeping Services, 336 Alcazar Dr., Orcutt, CA 93455,

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RE3 GROUP at 2228 Chapala Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Kenneth J Grand (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Filed by: KENNETH J. GRAND/SELF with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E61. FBN Number: 2022‑0002453. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002360 The following person(s) is doing business as: MDrecs, 205 Vista Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, County of SANTA BARBARA. WEST END WOMEN’S MEDICAL GROUP, INC., 1880 Century Park East #200, Los Angeles, CA 90067; California This business is conducted by a corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable /s/ Morton Sacks, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/03/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16/23 CNS‑3747607# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: THE COTTONWOOD at 607 Carnation Ave Corona Del Mar, CA 92625; 465 Bell Development, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: HENRY WARNER/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 16, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002437. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MERIDIAN GROUP REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT INC. at 5290 Overpass Rd, Building D Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Meridian Group Real Estate Management Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by a Corporation Filed by: CAROL RAMIREZ/HR COORDINATOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 13, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002423. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: ROI’S LIST at 1115 Cliff Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93109; APPGYN, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Filed by: KYLE MCMILLAN, MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0002294. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: GOOD MANAGEMENT COMPANY at 1 N Calle Cesar Chavez, #230 Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Good Management, Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Filed by: CAROLYN PARKS, PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 16, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0002435.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: THE EMPOWER PROJECT at 1311 Anacapa St Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Fuelbox Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Filed by: ROBERT HERR/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 13, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0002422. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: CAFE LA FONDA at 724 N Milpas Santa Barbara,CA 93103; Jennifer M Sanchez (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Filed by: JENNIFER SANCHEZ with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E47. FBN Number: 2022‑0002453. Published: Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JG LANDSCAPE at 17 Bundy Cir Buellton, CA 93427; Jesus A Guerrero Zepeda (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by:JESUS A GUERRERO ZEPEDA with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E62. FBN Number: 2023‑0002502. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SKINCARE BY LENYAH at 3345 State Street #3375 Santa Barbara, CA 93130; Lena H Harbor (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by: LENA H HARBOR/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 17, 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) by E58. FBN Number: 2023‑0002442. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY at 1111 Chapala St, Ste 200 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Santa Barbara Foundation (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Filed by: TODD YUBA/VP. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002494. Published:Nov 02, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: LILAC MONTECITO at 1209 Coast Village Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108; Lilac Patisserie Montecito LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: GILLAN MURALLES/MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E61. FBN

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Number: 2023‑0002463. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LAVENDER LANE at 7465 Hollister Ave. SPC‑404 Goleta, CA 93117; Beatriz E Delgado (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by: B.ELLIETTE DELGADO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E47. FBN Number: 2023‑0002500. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: LENYAH CREATIVE CONCEPTS AND SOLUTIONS, LLC at 789 Laurel Walk, Apt F Goleta, CA 93117; Lenyah Creative Concepts And Solutions, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: LENA H HARBOR/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 12, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002415. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: INTEGRITY POOLS at 5744 Armitos Avenue Goleta, CA 93117; Travis J Mastagni (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by:TRAVIS MASTAGNI/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 12, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002417. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: PAT’S AUTOMOTIVE at 931 South Blosser Road Santa Maria, CA 93458; Rizzoli’s Automotive, Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Filed by: KAY M. RIZZOLI/SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E47. FBN Number: 2023‑0002459. Published:Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TERRA BRAVA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, ALYSSA LEAL at 222 E Yanonali Street, Unit A Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Alyssa M Moffitt (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by: ALYSSA MOFFITT/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 23, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002479. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CARPINTERIA COMMUNITY ALLIANCE at 532 Arbol Verde Street Carpinteria, CA 93013; Louise Moore (same address) Gail Marshall 5559 Canalino Drive Carpinteria, CA 93013 This business is conducted by A Unincorporated Assoc. Other Than a Partnership Filed by: LOUISE MOORE/GENERAL PARTNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 12, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0002412. Published:Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PACIFIC COAST REALTY OF SANTA BARBARA LLC, PACIFIC COAST REALTY at 3459 State Street, Suite 1 Santa Barbara, CA

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93105; Pacific Coast Realty Of Santa Barbara LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: Joann Pomatto‑Gomez/BROKER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002527. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DEBBIE’S DELIGHTS/SANTA BARBARA BAKING CO. at 233 East Gutierrez Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Mylandon LLC 7616 Pismo Beach Circle Goleta, CA 93117 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: LISA DEXTER/ OFFICER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002505. Published: Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: METZTLI‑LUNA at 2103, Village Lane Solvang, CA 93463; Marisela A Katsapis (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by: MARISELA A KATSAPIS/FOUNDER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002551. Published: Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002428 The following person(s) is doing business as: Sana Sana Wellness, 549 Sertoma Way Buellton, CA 93427, County of SANTA BARBARA. Mayra Patricia Henson, 549 Sertoma Way, Buellton, CA 93427 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable /s/ Mayra Patricia Henson, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/16/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 11/9, 11/16, 11/22, 11/30/23 CNS‑3752239# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002449 The following person(s) is doing business as: Roarin 20s, 6750 Sabado Tarde Rd., Unit A, Goleta, CA 93117, County of Santa Barbara. Vincent Vanterpool, 6750 Sabado Tarde Rd., Unit A, Goleta, CA 93117 This business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/01/2020 /s/ Vincent Vanterpool, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/18/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 11/9, 11/16, 11/22, 11/30/23 CNS‑3752266# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002496 The following person(s) is doing business as: CLAYTONS THIS &; THAT, 1650 E Clark Ave SP363, Orcutt, CA 93455, County of SANTA BARBARA. Michael J.A. Clayton, 1650 E Clark Ave SP363, Orcutt, CA 93455; California This business is conducted by an individual.

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The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable /s/ Michael J. A. Clayton, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/25/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 11/9, 11/16, 11/22, 11/30/23 CNS‑3753956# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: COASTAL CHEVROLET at 301 S Hope Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93105; CAM‑SBC, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: KRISTEN RITZ/VP OF ACCOUNTING with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 20, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002472. Published: Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: J SAUCEDO PAINTING at 112 Sumida Gardens Lane Apt 104 Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Juan M Saucedo Urtado (same address) This business is conducted

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002497 The following person(s) is doing business as: Sol Dance Lab, 250 Industrial Way, Unit B, Buellton, CA 93427, County of SANTA BARBARA. Sol Innovations Limited Liability Company, 250 Industrial Way, Unit B, Buellton, CA 93427; California This business is conducted by a limited liability company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable /s/ Jesus Solorio, Managing Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/25/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 11/9, 11/16, 11/22, 11/30/23 CNS‑3753951# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2023‑0002498 The following person(s) is doing business as: Honestly You, 920 N M Place, Lompoc, CA 93436, County of SANTA BARBARA. Felisha Caldeira &amp; Company LLC, 920 N M Place, Lompoc, CA 93436; California This business is conducted by a limited liability company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 09/01/2023 /s/ Felisha Caldeira, Managing Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/25/2023. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 11/9, 11/16, 11/22, 11/30/23 CNS‑3753953# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: SUNNY SIDE UP NURSERY at 115 Valdivia Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Angie M Ouellette (same address) Jill C Cloutier 845 Cathedral Vista Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93110 This business is conducted by a General Partnership Filed by: JILL CLOUTIER/CO‑OWNER with the

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County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 20, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002468. Published: Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA HAND THERAPY at 4039 Prima Vera Rd Unit 3 Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Jessica C Lesigues (same address) This business is conducted by a Individual Filed by: JESSICA C LESIGUES/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 04, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002377. Published: Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: SUN PSYCHIATRY SANTA BARBARA at 19 E. Mission Street Ste A Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Deborah S. Moore Registered Nursing Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by a Corporation Filed by: DEBORAH S. MOORE/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Nov 02, 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002572. Published: Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, CLERK, RECORDER, ASSESSOR AND REGISTRAR FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NOTICE GIVEN BY JOSEPH E.STATE HOLLAND, CLERK,OF RECORDER, AND REGISTRAR OF VOTERS IS OFHEREBY THE COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, OF CALIFORNIA, THE OFFICES ASSESSOR FOR STATEMENT The following person‑ WHICH CANDIDATES BE VOTED ONSANTA AT THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD OF VOTERS OFTHARE THETO COUNTY OF BARBARA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, OF THE OFFICES FORbusiness as: SPARK (s) is/are doing ON TUESDAY, THE 5 DAY OF MARCH, 2024:

WHICH CANDIDATES ARE TO BE VOTED ON AT THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD CREATIVE GROUP at 75 Robin Hill TH DAY OF MARCH, 2024: Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93117; Jav

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Inc. (same address) This business is conducted by a Corporation Filed by: LANI BALLONOFF/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 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) by E30. FBN Number: 2023‑0002553. Published: Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023.

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STATE OFFICES United States President United States Senator (Full Term) United States Senator (Partial/Unexpired Term) United States Representative, District 24 STATE OFFICES State Senator, District 21 UnitedofStates Term) Member the StateSenator Assembly,(Full District 37

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JUDICIAL OFFICES United States Representative, District 24 Judge of the Superior Court, Office No. 1-8

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Member of the State Assembly, District 37 COUNTY OFFICES County Supervisor, 1st District County Supervisor, 3rd District JUDICIAL OFFICES County Supervisor, 4th District

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: IGLHAUT ALLRAD USA at 143 Oliver Road Santa Barbara, CA 93109; Allrad, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company Filed by: DANIEL KUTTNER/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Nov 2, 2023. This statement expires five years from No. tothe bedate elected it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, 7 County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN 6 Number: 2023‑0002569. Published: 4 Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023. 3

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LIEN SALE EXTRA SPACE Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 6640 Discovery Drive, Goleta, CA 93117. November 30, 2023 at 3:30 PM

Member, County Committee, 5th Supervisorial District 2 st Supervisorial District 4 Republican Member, Committee, 1subdivision, Eligible candidates be registered ofCommittee the district or notified politicalthe applicable. Allthat candidates NOTE: The Americanmust Independent Party voters CentralCounty has County of ifSanta Barbara they will nd MUST file a Declaration of Candidacy in person and meet Nomination requirements between November 13, 2023 not participate in thismust Election.registered Supervisorial District 4 Member, Committee, Eligible candidates votersCounty of the district orElection. political2subdivision, if applicable. All candidates and December 8, 2023 bybe5:00 p.m. to qualify for the Primary rd 5 Member, Committee, 3 Supervisorial MUST file a Declaration of Candidacy in personCounty and meet Nomination requirements between District November 13, 2023 Eligible candidates must registered voters of the district orElection. political subdivision, if applicable. All candidates th 2023 – DEC. and December 8,OF 2023 bybe p.m. to qualify for the Primary DECLARATION CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS – 8, 2023 Eligible candidates must be5:00 registered voters of the district or subdivision, ifif applicable. All Supervisorial District 7 Member, Committee, 413, DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS – NOV. EXTENSION PERIOD Eligiblefile candidates must registered ofand themeet district or political political subdivision, applicable. All candidates candidates MUST a Declaration ofbe Candidacy in voters personCounty Nomination requirements between November 13, 2023 MUST file a Declaration of Candidacy in person and meet Nomination requirements between November 13, 2023 Eligible candidates must be registered voters of the district or political subdivision, if applicable. All candidates th 2 Member, Committee, 5 Supervisorial MUST file a Declaration of Candidacy in qualify personCounty and Nomination requirements between District November 13, 2023 and December 8,OF 2023 by 5:00 p.m. to for themeet Primary Election. DECLARATION CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS and 8, 2023 5:00 to for the Primary Election. MUST file a Declaration of Candidacy in person and meet Nomination between November 2023 If anDecember eligible for a p.m. state orqualify county office fails toCommittee file– EXTENSION by requirements 5 p.m. onPERIOD December 2023, a 13, five-day and December 8, 2023 by by 5:00 p.m. to qualify for the Primary Election. Kevin Battle NOTE: Theincumbent American Independent Party Central has notified the8,County of Santa Barbara that they will and December 8, 2023 5:00 p.m. toother qualify forthe the Primary Election. extension is allowed forby any person, than incumbent, ifEXTENSION otherwise qualified, to file for the office. The DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS – PERIOD not participate in thisfor Election. If an deadline eligible incumbent a period state orisNOMINATION county office13, fails to file byp.m. 5 p.m. onPERIOD December 8, 2023, a five-day Rugby Gear, Shelving, Inventory, DECLARATION CANDIDACY AND PAPERS filing forOF the extension December 2023 by– DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS –if5EXTENSION EXTENSION PERIODto file for the office. The extension is allowed for any person, other than the incumbent, otherwise qualified, DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS – EXTENSION PERIOD Sporting, Fishing, Totes If an deadline eligible incumbent for a period state oris county office13, fails to file 5 p.m. on December 8, 2023, a five-day filing for the extension December 2023 by 5by p.m. If an incumbent for a or office fails to by 5 p.m. on December 8, 2023, a five-day There is no extension period for candidates for incumbent, the the Superior Court and County Central Victoria Scisco If an eligible eligible incumbent for a state state or county county office failsJudge to file fileifof by 5PAPERS p.m. on December 8,for 2023, a– five-day extension is allowed for any person, other than the otherwise qualified, to file the office. The 8, 2023 DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION – NOV. 13, 2023 DEC. extension is allowed for any person, other than the incumbent, if otherwise qualified, to file for the office. The a five-day If an eligible incumbent for a state or county office fails to file by 5 p.m. on December 8, 2023, Committees Council. extension is and allowed any person, other than the incumbent, qualified, to file forCounty the office. The filing deadline forCounty the for extension period is December 13, byif5ofotherwise p.m. TV, Personal items, Books, Shelving, There is no extension period for for the2023 Judge the Superior Court and Central filing deadline for the extension period is 13, 2023 p.m. extension iscandidates allowed any person, other than the incumbent, if5 qualified, to file for the office. Eligible must be candidates registered voters of by the district or political subdivision, ifThe applicable. All candidates filing deadline forCounty the for extension period is December December 13, 2023 by 5otherwise p.m. Hand Tools, Power Tools, Tool Boxes, Committees and Council. filing deadline for the extension period is December 13, by 5of p.m. CANDIDATE FILING APPOINTMENTS There is no extension periodof forCandidacy candidates forperson the2023 Judge the Nomination Superior Court and County Central MUST file a Declaration in and meet requirements between November There is extension period for candidates for the of the Court Boxes, Totes 13, 2023 There is no noand extension periodby for5:00 candidates for the Judge Judge of Primary the Superior Superior Court and and County County Central Central Committees County Council. and December 8, 2023 p.m. to qualify for the Election. Committees and County Council. CANDIDATE FILING APPOINTMENTS There is ano extension period for candidates for Barbara the Judge of the Division Superior Court and County To make candidate filing appointment in the Santa Elections Main office or the SantaCentral Maria Committees and County Council. Committees and County Council. Election Division BranchAPPOINTMENTS office, please visit sbcvote.com or call (805) 696-8957. The auction will be listed and CANDIDATE FILING ToDECLARATION make a candidate filing appointment in the Santa Barbara Elections Division Main office or the Santa Maria CANDIDATE FILING APPOINTMENTS OF CANDIDACY AND NOMINATION PAPERS – EXTENSION PERIOD CANDIDATE FILING APPOINTMENTS advertised on www.storagetreasures. Election Division Branch office, please visit sbcvote.com or call (805) 696-8957. CANDIDATE FILING APPOINTMENTS LOCAL TO VOTERS To makeMEASURES a candidate SUBMITTED filing appointment in the Santa Barbara Elections Division Main office or the Santa Maria com. Purchases must be made with To a filing appointment in Santa Elections Division To make makeMEASURES a candidate candidate filing appointment in the the Santa Barbara Barbara Division Main Main office office or or the the Santa Santa Maria Maria Election Division Branch office, please visit sbcvote.com or callElections (805) 696-8957. LOCAL SUBMITTED TO VOTERS cash only and paid at the above Election Division Branch office, please visit sbcvote.com or call (805) 696-8957. To make a candidate filing appointment in the Santa Barbara Elections Division Main office or the Santa Maria If applicable, a notice to submit forsbcvote.com and against local will be published separately. Election Division Branch office,arguments please visit or callmeasures (805) 696-8957. Election Division Branch office, please visit sbcvote.com or call (805) 696-8957. referenced facility in order to complete LOCAL MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTERS If applicable, a notice to submit arguments for and against local measures will be published separately. LOCAL MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTERS CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED TOTO VOTERS the transaction. Extra Space Storage LOCAL MEASURES SUBMITTED VOTERS LOCAL MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTERS If applicable, a notice to submit arguments for and against local measures will be published separately. may refuse any bid and may rescind CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTERS If a submit arguments for against measures will published separately. Cities are responsible publishing the notice of election and notice of offices for election as well as any city If applicable, applicable, a notice notice to tofor submit arguments for and and against local local measures will be beup published separately. any purchase up until the If applicable, a notice to submit arguments for and against local measures will be published separately. measures. CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTERS Cities are responsible for publishing the notice of election and notice of offices up for election as well as any city CITY MEASURES winning bidder takes possession of CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED SUBMITTED TO TO VOTERS VOTERS measures. CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTERS On Election Day, March 5, 2024, the polls will be open between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. the personal property. Cities are responsible for publishing the notice of election and notice of offices up for election as well as any city Cities are responsible for publishing the notice of election and notice of offices up for election as well as any city Cities are responsible for publishing the notice of election and notice of offices up for election as well as any city measures. On Election Day, 2024,2023. the polls will beofopen between the hours of 7 a.m. 8 p.m. as well as any city measures. Cities are for5,publishing the notice election and notice of offices up and for election Dated this responsible 3rd dayMarch of November measures. measures. On Election Day, 5, 2024,2023. the polls will be open between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. Dated this 3rd dayMarch of November On Sincerely, On Election Election Day, Day, March March 5, 5, 2024, 2024, the the polls polls will will be be open open between between the the hours hours of of 7 7 a.m. a.m. and and 8 8 p.m. p.m. On Election Day, March 5, 2024,2023. the polls will be open between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. IN THE MATTER OF THE Dated this 3rd day of November Sincerely, Dated this 3rd day of November 2023. APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE Dated this 3rd day of November 2023. Dated this 3rd day of November 2023. /s/JOSEPH E. HOLLAND Sincerely, FOR CHANGE OF NAME: ANN Sincerely, County Clerk, Recorder, Assessor, and Registrar of Voters Sincerely, /s/JOSEPH HOFFMAN Sincerely, E. HOLLAND County Clerk, Recorder, Assessor, and Registrar of Voters CASE NUMBER: 23CV04255 /s/JOSEPH E. HOLLAND /s/JOSEPH E. HOLLAND Si desea información en español, por favor comuníquese con la Oficina Electoral al (805) 568-2200. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A /s/JOSEPH E. HOLLAND County Clerk, Recorder, Assessor, and Registrar of Voters County Clerk, Recorder, Assessor, and Registrar of Voters /s/JOSEPH E. HOLLAND County Clerk, Recorder, Assessor, and Registrar of Voters Si desea Clerk, información en español, por favor comuníquese la Oficina Electoral al (805) 568-2200. County Recorder, Assessor, and Registrar con of Voters

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petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: ANN HOFFMAN TO: MARGARET ANN HOFFMAN 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 DECEMBER 6, 2023, 10:00 AM, DEPT 3, 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. DATED OCTOBER 09, 2023,THOMAS P. ANDERLE, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Oct 19, 26. Nov 2, 9 2023. IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: JACQUELINE MARIE PETERSON CASE NUMBER: 23CV04126 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: JACQUELINE MARIE PETERSON TO: JACQUELINE MARIE TRAVIS 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 NOVEMBER 27, 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. DATED OCTOBER 09, 2023,COLLEEN K. STERNE, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CAITLIN LYALL NORDHEIM CASE NUMBER: 23CV04136 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: CAITLIN LYALL NORDHEIM TO: CAITLIN LYALL NORDHEIM‑MAESTAS 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 DECEMBER 6, 2023, 10:00 AM,

DEPT 3, 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. DATED OCTOBER 9, 2023, JUDGE THOMAS P. ANDERLE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: YULISA SIOMARA LOPEZ JERONIMO and WILLIAN RONALD CORADO RECINOS CASE NUMBER: 23CV03155 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: KRISTEN IVETTE LOPEZ JERONIMO TO: KRISTEN IVETTE CORADO LOPEZ 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 DECEMBER 8, 2023, 10:00 AM, 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 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 OCTOBER 19, 2023, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Oct 26. Nov 2, 9, 16 2023. IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: JOSEFINA GALICIA and JUAN GALICIA CASE NUMBER: 23CV04150 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: KARINA STEPHANIE GALICIA GALICIA TO: KARINA STEPHANIE GALICIA 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 DECEMBER 1, 2023, 10:00 AM, 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 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 SEPTEMBER 28, 2023, JUDGE DONNA D. GECK. OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: ISABELLA CLOTHHILDE ELISABETH MUND HEEP CASE NUMBER: 23CV02645 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: ISABELLA CLOTHHILDE ELISABETH MUND HEEP TO: ISABELLA CLOTHHILDE ELISABETH MUND 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 JANUARY 3, 2023, 10:00 AM, DEPT 3, 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. DATED NOVEMBER 1, 2023, JUDGE THOMAS P. ANDERLE. OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023.

PUBLIC NOTICES SANTA BARBARA LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION NOTICE OF 30‑DAY PUBLIC REVIEW AND INTENT TO ADOPT A SPHERE OF INFLUENCE AND MUNICIPAL SERVICE REVIEW FOR LOCAL AGENCIES PROVIDING TRANSPORTATION, PARKING, STREET SWEEPING & BEAUTIFICATION, LIGHTING, TRANSIT AND AIRPORT SERVICES Project Summary. A Sphere of Influence (SOI) is defined by Government Code 56425 as “…a plan for the probable physical boundary and service area of a local agency or municipality…” The Sphere of Influence Update and Municipal Service Review for the transportation, parking, street sweeping & beautification, lighting, transit and airport Agencies identify the areas where future annexations might be considered and evaluated. The Agencies included in this Sphere of Influence and Municipal Services Review Update are; the Goleta West Sanitary, Cuyama, Isla Vista, Mission Hills, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Ynez Community Services Districts, Guadalupe Lighting, Mission Canyon Lighting, North County Lighting Districts, County Service Areas No. 3, No. 11, No. 31, No. 41, Santa Maria Public Airport District, and Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District. In addition, the Cities of Buellton, Carpinteria, Goleta, Guadalupe, Lompoc, Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Solvang are included. The Municipal Service Reviews evaluate the jurisdiction’s capabilities to serve existing and future residents and is the basis for Sphere of Influence decisions. The SOI for the Goleta West Sanitary District, Cuyama Community Services District, Mission Hills Community Services District, Guadalupe Lighting District, Mission Canyon Lighting District, North County Lighting District, County Service Area 31, County Service Area 41, Santa Maria Public Airport District, and Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District will not change from the existing SOI. The Sphere of Influence for the Santa Ynez Community Services District and Santa Rita Hills Community Services District are recommended to expand areas. Public Review Period. Runs through November 2, 2023 to December 4, 2023. Comments are

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LEGALS (CONT.) due by 5:00 pm on Monday December 4 th . Sent to: Santa Barbara LAFCO, 105 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara CA 93101 or by email at lafco@sblafco.org, Attention Mike Prater. Any additional comments can be made at the hearing. Public Hearing. A public hearing will be scheduled for Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Board of Supervisors’ Hearing Room at 511 East Lakeside Parkway, Suite 141, Santa Maria, CA. 93455. Environmental Determination. It has been determined that this project is exempt from CEQA because it either will not have any potentially significant environmental impacts pursuant to section 15061(b)(3), 15303, and 15319 of the State Guidelines with some changes to existing SOIs are proposed. Disclosure of Campaign Contributions – LAFCO Commissioners are disqualified and are not able to participate in proceedings involving an “entitlement for use” if, within the 12 months preceding the LAFCO decision, the Commissioner received more than $250 in campaign Santa Barbara LAFCO  November 7, 2023 Notice of Hearing  Page 2 contributions from the applicant, an agent of the applicant or a financially interested person who actively supports or opposes the LAFCO decision on this matter. Persons participating in this proceeding who have made such contributions are required to disclose that fact for the official record of the proceedings. Disclosures must include the amount of the contribution and the recipient Commissioner and may be made either in writing to the Executive Officer of the Commission prior to the hearing or by an oral declaration at the time of the hearing. The foregoing requirements are set forth in the Political Reform Act of 1974, specifically in Government Code section 84308. Additional Information. – The following documents are available for review: Sphere of Influence Update and Municipal Service Review for Water, Wastewater, Recycled Water, and Stormwater Services. These documents can be downloaded from our website at www.sblafco.org at no cost, or may be viewed at the LAFCO office. Additional information regarding items to be considered at the meeting may be obtained by contacting the LAFCO office at 105 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara CA 93101 or by calling 805‑568‑3391. The agenda and staff report for the hearing will be available at the LAFCO website at www.sblafco.org. 5 days before the hearing. Contact. Mike Prater, Executive Officer, (805) 568‑3391 or lafco@ sblafco.org. Dated this 7th day of November 2023. Mike Prater, Executive Officer Santa Barbara LAFCO PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE A public meeting concerning the current plans, development, policies, and capital improvement programs of the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation will be held on‑site and remotely on November 16, 2023 at 4:00pm. To attend this meeting please email rick@sbbowl. com for meeting instructions by 6pm on Wednesday, November 15th. NOTICE OF Application for Merger of Bank Holding Companies and Acquisition of a Bank by a Bank Holding Company Central Valley Community Bancorp, a California corporation and registered bank holding company, whose main office is

located at 7100 N. Financial Drive, Fresno, California 93720, intends to apply to the Federal Reserve Board for permission to merge with another bank holding company, Community West Bancshares, a California corporation and registered bank holding company, whose main office is located at 445 Pine Avenue, Goleta, California 93117. We intend to acquire control of Community West Bank, N.A., a national banking association, whose main office is located at 445 Pine Avenue, Goleta, California 93117. The Federal Reserve considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application, including the record of performance of banks we own in helping to meet local credit needs. You are invited to submit comments in writing on this application to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, P.O. Box 7702, San Francisco, CA 94120‑ 7702, or via email: sf.fisc.comments. applications@sf.fr b.org. The comment period will not end before December 11, 2023, and may be somewhat longer. The Board’s procedures for processing applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. Part 262. Procedures for processing protested applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. 262.25. To obtain a copy of the Federal Reserve Board’s procedures, or if you need more information about how to submit your comments on the application, contact Joseph Cuenco, Assistant Vice President, Formations + Transactions and Enforcement, at (415) 974‑2094. The Federal Reserve will consider your comments and any request for a public meeting or formal hearing on the application if they are received in writing by the Reserve Bank on or before the last day of the comment period. 11/9/23 CNS‑3754839# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT NOTICE OF Application for Merger of Banks Central Valley Community Bank, a California state chartered bank, whose main office is located at 7100 N. Financial Drive, Fresno, California 93720, has applied to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) for permission to merge with Community West Bank, N.A., a national banking association, whose main office is located at 445 Pine Avenue, Goleta, California 93117. The FDIC considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application, including the record of performance of applicant banks in helping to meet local credit needs. It is contemplated that all offices of the above‑named institutions will continue to be operated. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments in writing with the regional director of the FDIC at the appropriate FDIC office, 25 Jessie Street at Ecker Square, Suite 2300, San Francisco, California 94105‑ 2780, not later than December 11, 2023. The nonconfidential portions of the application are on file at the appropriate FDIC office and are available for public inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portion of the application will be made available upon request. 11/9, 11/23, 12/7/23 CNS‑3754870# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACIÓN JUDICIAL) Case Number (Numero del Caso): 22CV04376 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): JACOB A GIPSON, an individual; and DOES 1 TO 5, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, a National Banking Association

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.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal group. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca. gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. iAVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 ANACAPA STREET SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101; Anacapa Division The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): THE DUNNING LAW FIRM APC, Donald T. Dunning (144665) James MacLeod (249145) 9619 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 210, San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 974‑7600 Date: (Fecha) November 3, 2022. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer (Secretario) Sarah Sisto, Deputy (Adjunto) Published Oct 19, 26. Nov 2, 9 2023. SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso):23CV01139 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): WALTER HERNANDEZ, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.

fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court&#39;s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla

con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 312‑C East Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff&#39;s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): HARLAN M. REESE, ESQ. (CA BAR NO.: 118226), REESE LAW GROUP, 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/842‑ 5850 (File No. 569477) DATE (Fecha): 3/14/2023 Clerk (Secretario), by ERIN JOSIE, Deputy(Adjunto) (SEAL) 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16/23

CNS‑3748921# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM AND ORDER TO GO TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT Notice to the person being sued: You are the defendant if your name is listed in 2 on page 2 of this form. The person suing you is the plaintiff, listed in 1 on page 2. You and the plaintiff must go to court on the trial date listed below. If you do not go to court, you may lose the case. If you lose, the court can order that your wages, money, or property be taken to pay this claim. Bring witnesses, receipts, and any evidence you need to prove your case. Read this form and all pages attached to understand the claim against you and to protect your rights. Aviso al Demandado: Usted es el Demandado si su nombre figura en 2 de la pagina 2 de este formulario. La persona que lo demanda es el Demandante, la que figura en 1 de pagina 2. Usted y el Demandante tienen que presentarse en la corte en la fecha del juicio indicada a continuacion. Si no se presenta, puede perder el caso. Si pierde el caso la corte podria ordenar que le quiten de su sucldo, dinero u otros bienes para pagar este reclamo. Lleve testigos, recibos y cualquier otra prucba que nccesite para probar sucaso. Lea este formulario y todas las paginas adjuntas para entender la demanda en su contra y para proteger sus derechos. Order to Go to Court: Oct 17, 2023; 9:00 am Dept 4 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; ANACAPA DIVISION CASE NO:23CV02931

PUBLIC NOTICE UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS How could bus systems, dial-a-ride, and paratransit services better serve your needs in Santa Barbara County? Santa Barbara County Association of Governments will conduct a virtual listening session 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on December 6, 2023 to learn about the transit needs of the residents of Santa Barbara County. Please plan to attend anytime during the two-hour listening session. WHAT: Unmet Transit Needs Virtual Listening Session WHEN: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., December 6, 2023, (Visit us virtually anytime during the two-hour listening session). WHERE: Virtual Zoom Webinar: • Weblink: https://bit.ly/3MozNcB; OR • Webinar ID: 880 7526 7493; Passcode: 715185; OR • Telephone: (669) 900-9128 If you cannot attend the hearing, you may still submit written comments up until December 15, 2023. You may e-mail them to comment@sbcag.org or mail via U.S. Postal Service to SBCAG at 260 North San Antonio Road, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing accommodations to participate in a meeting should contact SBCAG by Monday, December 4, 2023, at (805) 961-8900. The meeting will be Spanish-language accessible. Favor de llamar a SBCAG al 961-8900, para más información del reunión. Las audiencias serían accesibles en español. INDEPENDENT.COM INDEPENDENT.COM

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LEGALS (CONT.) 1: Plaintiff: Montecito Del Mar Owners Association 3944 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105; (805) 569‑1121 2: Defendant: James Handelman 60 Olive Mill Road Santa Barbara, CA 93108; Defendant: Cortney Callahan 60 Olive Mill Road Santa Barbara, CA 93108 3: The Plaintiff claims the Defendant owes $4,448.00 (Explain Below): a) Why does the Defendant owe the Plaintiff money?Reimbursement for 1/2 of the cost of a shared fence in 2021. If no specific date, give the time period: Date started: Fall of 2021 Through: continuing c) How did you calculate the money owed to you? As per contract with the Fence Factory. (Do not include court costs or fees for service.) Amounts loaned for legal fees regarding court matter and/or remaining attorney fees unpaid. 4: You must ask the Defendant (in person, in writing, or by phone) to pay you before you sue. Have you done this? Yes 5: Why are you filing your claim at this courthouse? This courthouse covers the area (check the one that applies): a. (1) Where the Defendant live or does business. 6: List the zip code of the place checked in #5 above (if you know): 93108; 7: Is your claim about an attorney‑client fee dispute? No 8: Are you suing a public entity? No 9: Have you filed more than 12 other small claims within the last 12 months in California? No 10: I understand that by filing a claim in small claims court, I have no right to appeal this claim. 11: I have not filed, and understand that I cannot file, more than two small claims cases for more than $2,500 in California during this calendar year. I declare, under penalty of perjury under California State law, that the information above and on any attachments to this form is true and correct. Date: 07/07/23 Erik D. Black /S/ Plaintiff types or prints name here Plaintiff signs here Date started: 7/10/2023 Through: continuing. Amounts loaned for legal fees regarding court matter and/ or remaining attorney fees unpaid. Montecito Del Mar Owners Assoc. 3944 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105; (805) 569‑1121 DATE: Oct 27, 2023; Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer; Gabriel Moreno, Deputy Clerk NOTICE OF ORDER SETTING NEW DATE FOE SMALL CLAIMS HEARING TO ALL PARTIES: You are hereby notified that the Small Claims Hearing in the above‑entitled cause was continued by order of the Court to 12/12/2023 at 9:00 AM in SB Dept 4 of the Superior Court at which time you should be present in this court at the above address. Reason for Continuance: This case has been continued for service. Defendent(s) must be served with a copy of the attached Plaintiff’s Caim and Order. Published Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. SUMMONS‑EVICTION (CITATION JUDICIAL‑DESAOJO) UNLAWFUL DETAINER/ FORCIBLE DETAINER/ FORCIBLE ENTRY (rentencion ilicita de un inmuebly/ retencion forzosa/entrada forzosa) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) RETAIL & WHOLESALE,. INC, dba AROMAS DE JABON, DOES 1 TO 10. YOU ARE (BEIING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): LESLIE ALEXANDER, ELEANORE ALEXANDER and PETER ALEXANDER NOTICE’ You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your.being heard unless you respond within 5 days. You have 5 DAYS, not counting Saturdays and Sundays and other judicial holidays, after this summons and legal pApera are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy Served on the plaintft A letter or phone call will trotprOtect you.. Your written rosponiva mug 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.courtzve.gov/80// frelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you de not filo your response on tirns, you may 11►1161 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, Ilya! do not know an attorney, you may want le cell an attorney referral seri/toe. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be ellOble for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can•loonte These nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services webake (www.tawhelporaorg), the California Courts Online SelPielp Center (www.courls.ca.goviselfbelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. jAV/001 Listed he 8k10 dernandade, Sinn responds &intro de 5 dias, el tribunal puede MIMI un ND en su OorOna sin una audiencia. this vex qua is entreguen eats cltaclOn y PE1P0100 legatos, solo lions 6 DIAS, sin canter sabado y domino y () tips diss tbriados del tribunal, pare presenter una respuesta por walla on sate tribunal y D firer quo so entregue une oople Il damorylank Una aorta o una Hamada teleffinica na is protege, Su respussta par omits lions quo ester en korefo 10001 as sty 81 doses quo proceson su case en la aorta. Es posible quo haya un formula& qua usted pueda user pars su respuosts. Puede encontmr sacs faimuledos do la coda y m is Infornalial n on et Conk+ de Ayuda do las Cotes do caornia (www,susode. ce,gov), on fa bibliotece de loyea de au condo& o on to sotto quo le goods inns soma. Si no proaenta au respueste a Volpe, puede pewter el oeso pot’ fella de comperecenc/a y so to podre gaiter su ace/do, dinero y Manes sin Inas advortancia FEE, WAIVER: if you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for SOW waiver fern. NOTE The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of 0,00{I or more In a civil case, The courrs lien must be paid before the courtwill dismiss the case. 1. The name and address of the court is: (El timbal y dirsocidn do Is aorta es); Santa Barbara Qounly Superior court 1100 Anacapa Sttset Santa Barbara, CA 93101 2, The name, address, and telephone number of plaintirs attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: pi numbs, is dirsoolon yet narnere do tel5fono del ebogado del demandonia, ode! domandante quo no Bane obagado, es Chartes M. Oxton Charles M, Oxton, SBN 054267 1220 State Street, 2nd Floor (805) 963‑2011 Santa_Barbara, C.A. 93101 CASE NUMBER: 23CV04581 Hay tiros rSquisitoa legates, Es it carnendebis quo fiat= a tin abogado ininedlatanionte, Sine 0017000 a un sbogado, puode Mamie un servicle do rernisbn a abogados. SI no puede poor a ctrl abOvecic, ea pasibis qua ample con los fewitawa para obtonar oongoloo legatos onaluitos de un programs do seri/Nos logalcs sin tines do lacm. Puede encontrar eats., rips sin fines do Imo en el alit° web de California Legal Services., (vvww,lawhelposlitornia.ory),, en el Centro do Ayuda de las Cartes do California, (www,sucarte,ce. gov) o ponffinclogo en canto* can la cone a el sologio de abogedos local. MiVeiOiti DE COMAS; Si no puede pagan le mote de presentacifm, Oda el seeretarlo do le carte quo be 03 un timnukrio do exenalon do pogo do cuotes. AVISOI For ley, to code Ilene doreoho a naelemerias MAO y les cosies exontos con un orreVemen solo oualquIer =dart de $10,000 d roes red)* madianie un acuerdo a tine corms* do anNtrale en on case do derecho civil. Tierra quo paparofgravatnen do Is aerie antes de aorta puoala desestimar el case, Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 10/17/2023 By: Sarah Sisto, Deputy Published Nov 2, 9, 16, 22 2023. SUMMONS (CITACIÓN JUDICIAL) Case Number (Numero del Caso): 23STCV21735 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): SHADOW WOLFE ENERGY, LLC,

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, a NEVADA corporation, (please see attachment) VAHAGN NAHABEDIAN, an individual, ARMEN NAHABEDIAN, an individual, AND Does 1 through 20, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): TOM BURGETT 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.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal group. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca. gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. iAVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): LOS ANGELES COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 111 NORTH HILL STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90012; The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Shelley G. Bryant 8050 North Palm Avenue, Suite 210 Fresno, California 93711 (559) 494‑4910 Date: (Fecha) September 11, 2023. David W. Slayton, Executive Officer (Secretario) Y. Marks, Deputy (Adjunto) Published Nov 9, 16, 22, 30 2023.

TRUSTEE NOTICE T.S. No. 114263‑CA APN: 003‑440‑014 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN

DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 2/25/2020. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 12/6/2023 at 10:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 3/2/2020 as Instrument No. 2020‑0010587 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Santa Barbara County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: ANDRES RAMIREZ A SINGLE MAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, SANTA BARBARA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1100 ANACAPA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4830 DORRANCE WAY,CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $486,389.24 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered tothe undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made

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available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280‑2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION. COM, using the file number assigned to this case 114263‑CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313‑3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 114263‑CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280‑2832 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108 T.S. No. 23‑65324 APN: 017‑182‑014 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/25/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: SALVADOR LORENZO NAVARRO JR, AN UNMARRIED MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: ZBS Law, LLP Deed of Trust recorded 10/5/2006, as Instrument No. 2006‑0078234, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, Date of Sale: 12/6/2023 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Main Entrance to the County Courthouse, Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Estimated amount of

unpaid balance and other charges: $665,411.72 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 21 LA CADENA STREET SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA 93103 Described as follows: Lot 15 of Garden Gate, in the City of Santa Barbara, as per map recorded in Book 15, Page 355 of Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County .A.P.N #.: 017‑182‑ 014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855) 976‑3916 or visit this Internet Web site www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 23‑65324. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 976‑3916, or visit this internet website tracker.auction.com/sb1079, using the file number assigned to this case 23‑65324 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,”

you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 11/1/2023 ZBS Law, LLP , as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606For Non‑Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848‑7920For Sale Information: (855) 976‑3916 www.auction.com Michael Busby, Trustee Sale Officer This office is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP 38554 Pub Dates 11/09, 11/16, 11/22/2023.

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