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Why Does it Matter?

Is it important to understand what the Coastal Commission can do? Absolutely, if you care about these Montecito-specific issues, page 10

Honoring Dave

The late Dave Cantin devoted his spare time to Montecito Troop 33, and now one of his favorite spots is giving him a permanent honor, page 8

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We sit down with artistic officer Jamie Broumas to talk about the kickoff to the bold Music Academy of the West season, page 16

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5 Editor’s Letter

20 Dear Montecito

The 4th of July Parade is baaaaaaaaaack. Get all the details on the route and just how the community made it happen.

22 PERSPECTIVES by Rinaldo S. Brutoco

6 Village Beat

8 In the Know

The late Dave Cantin’s legacy will be permanently found at Camp Rancho Alegre; La Casa breaks ground; Alzheimer’s Association’s Longest Day raises awareness — and funds

10 Coastal Commission

HAPPY 4th OF JULY!

Santa Barbara City Councilmember Meagan Harmon is now on Coastal Commission, an organization that packs a punch. But why should Montecitans care? There are a few reasons.

11 Letters to the Editor

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Carlos the American Bear looking forward to The Cito’s parade; meanwhile, technology getting in the way of city council?

12 Hot Topics

Want to set off those fireworks? Play with some sparklers? Just don’t do it — and it’s illegal in Montecito.

14 On Art

John Comer enjoys being one with nature, and his art reflects the beauty of not only the South Coast, but also his interesting path

16 On Entertainment

Pandemic protocols are behind us, so why not bring back the Beatles for a little ETC fun at Elings Park?

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Music Academy of the West

The season is ready, and we sit down with MAW’s chief artistic officer Jamie Broumas to get the low down

18 Montecito Miscellany

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23 Brilliant Thoughts

What’s the deal with humans and their obsession with their heads?

24 Seen Around Town

A Paddle Out fundraiser, inspired by world-famous surfer Shaun Tomson, aided the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

26 Body Wise

Why Dr. David Cumes says it is important to “check in with source” as we navigate the post-protocol world

27 Library Mojo

As the state opened up on June 15, Montecito Library is excited to return to normal operating procedures, including no time limits

32 The Giving List

The Santa Barbara Zoo adjusted as it could throughout the pandemic, and will have an Australian Walkabout, plus its annual events, to help make up for lost time

36 Calendar of Events

From movies under the stars at the Montecito Country Mart to David Segall returning to town, a look at a few events around town

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Editor’s Letter by Gwyn Lurie CEO and Executive Editor of the Montecito Journal Media Group

America Needs a Couples Counselor

was talking with a friend about the institution of marriage — why some marriages last and others don’t. We agreed that for a marriage to last, both partners must, first and foremost, be committed to the institution itself; because on any given day they may not agree on the same ideas or course of action, not to mention that feelings can ebb and flow, life can present challenges, etc. And we agreed that key in marriage is trust, which is largely borne out of a commitment to a shared sense of truth. That got me thinking about the coming 4th of July, which will be America’s 246th anniversary — perilously close to 250 which is important because in Sir John Glubb’s famous treatise “The Fate of Empires,” he was the first to propound empires never last more than 250 years. A sobering concept. Fortunately, along came the idea of “American Exceptionalism,” which maintained that this grand experiment called America is an exception to the 250year empire lifespan. This was put forth by notables like Mitt Romney as well as Vice President Dick Cheney in his book, Exceptional: Why the World Needs a Powerful America. Later, in President Barack Obama’s famous speech delivered at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, he morphed the meaning of “exceptionalism” not to mean “better,” but what Obama saw as exceptional were the changes that took place in America instigated by ordinary citizens — how otherwise unexceptional people brought about exceptional transformation. We Americans passionately celebrate our Declaration of Independence from Great Britain along with our beliefs, our values, and our loftiest aspirations: like liberty, equality, and the right of every person to pursue happiness. All of which came out of the Declaration of Independence. For most of us, these American ideals are at the core of our sense of patriotism and national identity. But because our country is composed of so many different cultures, so many ways of expressing individualism, and because there’s such an enormous chasm between haves and have-nots, it’s hard to stay connected to a shared sense of identity. And so, we’ve had to rely on ideals in order to hold ourselves together and to think of ourselves as a single people. Which brings me back to this idea that our divided country desperately needs couples counseling if we’re going to make it to our 250th anniversary — and beyond. What might America’s counseling look like? Certainly, it would establish ground rules for acceptable discourse. A way for all involved in the relationship to feel heard and seen. To build trust. To forgive past sins. And perhaps we need a reminder of what brought us together in the first place. So as our cherished 4th of July parade moves through Montecito and we wave American flags and celebrate our incredible country, I’ll be thinking about how we could change the nature of today’s political debate by fighting unreason with reason. How we must commit to debating ideas rooted in facts and truth. And how we need to be civil to one another as we work our way through this. Because as anyone who’s ever been in a relationship knows, the outcome of a conflict depends less on what you disagree than on how you disagree. Last year I heard a political campaign ad that inspired me immensely. It went like this: “I’m Spencer Cox, your Republican candidate for Utah Governor.” “And I’m Chris Peterson, your Democratic candidate for Governor.” Cox: “We are currently in the final days of campaigning against each other.” Peterson: “But our common values transcend our political differences and the strength of our nation rests on our ability to see that.” Cox: “We are both equally dedicated to the American values of democracy, liberty, and justice for all people.” Peterson: “We just have different opinions on how to achieve those ideals.” Cox: “But today we are setting aside those differences to deliver a message that is critical for the health of our nation.” Peterson: “That whether you vote by mail or in person, we will fully support the results of the upcoming presidential election, regardless of the outcome.” Cox: “Although we sit on different sides of the aisle, we are both committed to American stability and a peaceful transition of power.” Peterson: “We hope Utah will be an example for the nation.” Cox: “Because that is what our country is built on.” Peterson: “Please stand with us on behalf of our great state and nation.” Cox: “My name is Spencer Cox.” Peterson: “And I’m Chris Peterson.” Cox and Peterson: “And we approve this message.” And my name is Gwyn Lurie, and I approve that message. Happy 4th of July! •MJ 01 – 08 July 2021

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hile being mindful of both the cautious emergence out of the pandemic as well as the community’s desire to gather and celebrate, the Montecito Association has decided to once again take their popular patriotic show on the road, instead of gathering for the traditional parade on San Ysidro Road. This Sunday, July 4, 30 vintage vehicles, fire trucks, and police cars will go on a “socially-distanced” parade throughout Montecito, on a shorter parade route from last year. The event is once again being organized by Mindy Denson and Kathi King, along with a dedicated committee. “We’re so lucky to be able to bring back the Village Roadshow this year! I’m looking forward to seeing all the kids and families celebrating this very special day,” Denson said. Like last year, when the event was finalized the Friday before the roadshow, this Fourth of July will look

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different than past celebrations: There will be no pancake breakfast at the firehouse, no gathering of thousands of residents on San Ysidro Road to watch the world’s shortest parade from Upper Manning Park to Lower Manning Park, no BBQ and fair, no Grand Marshal, and no Montecito Cup games. Instead, the parade will begin at Upper Manning Park, travel down San Ysidro Road to North Jameson, down Olive Mill to Channel Drive, past the Music Academy and Cemetery, under the freeway at Cabrillo, up Coast Village Road and Olive Mill to Hot Springs, along School House Road and back to Manning Park. Residents are encouraged to come out and watch the parade while being socially distanced, and cheer on the vintage vehicles, which will feature special guests, singers, and community leaders. The

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im Cantin remembers a time when her hard-working husband, Dave, would jet back from an international trip to make sure he didn’t miss a Troop 33 meeting — not only to join his son, Jack, but also because he understood that showing up was a needed lesson for impressionable youngsters. “He refused to miss it, no matter how exhausted he was,” Kim recalls. Dave lost his life in the 2018 Montecito Debris Flow, but his impact lives on in every scout. As Scoutmaster, Dave worked tirelessly to rebuild Montecito Scout Troop 33, the area’s second-oldest group that had dwindled to just a handful of members. Under his leadership, Troop 33 regained focus and is one of the most vibrant outfits today, with members gaining eagle rank at a far higher rate than the four percent national rate. Much of his guidance occurred at Camp Rancho Alegre, which is situ-

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ated off Highway 154 and acts as the outdoor venue for elementary school camps for schools across Santa Barbara

County, as well as a popular spot for scouts from all over California. But, since being ravaged by the Whittier Fire in 2017, the camp hasn’t played its normal role, in need of donations to simply open the roadway to camp. And, in typical Dave Cantin fashion, he’s helping make that happen. The road leading into camp, in dire need of refurbishing, will now be called Dave Cantin Road, an honor bestowed upon him due to his commitment to Rancho Alegre, as well as an anonymous $200,000 grant that is helping kickstart fundraising efforts that need to reach $800,000. “Losing Dave was really detrimen-

tal in general for Santa Barbara,” said Carlos Cortez, the executive director of Los Padres Council, which owns the camp. “We’ve been looking for a way to honor him. We want to make sure his legacy lives on.” In the shadows of the debris flow, the Cantin family has remained private, but Kim knew that Dave would want to be involved in this project. Having grown up in Rhode Island, Dave saw plenty of the “one percenters” and was committed to making sure that everyone had access to areas such as Rancho Alegre — where

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was passed in 1977, allows the Commission to govern development along the coast, predominantly mandating public access, opportunities for recreation, as well as marine and land resources. As a real estate lawyer, Harmon says that much of the Commission’s time is spent on enforcing the law — although it can be open to interpretation by many. “We are charged in making sure we do right by the coastline,” said Harmon, also the District 6 representative on Santa Barbara City Council. “We do a lot of listening, but the Coastal Act provides our path.”

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Underfunded or Overhyped? Defining the California Coastal Commission’s Impact on Montecito

state of California that sea level rise, adaptation is absolutely essential for moving our state into the future and that we can’t wait 10 or 15 years to do it,” Harmon said. “It has to start today; we need to be funded in a way that’s commensurate with the level of threat that we’re facing.”

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This is the million-dollar question — or maybe a $1.6-million one, according to Newsom. There are several Commission

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or Sigrid Wright, she can’t help the fleeting thoughts that she has as she drives down the 101 toward Ventura, and it has nothing to do with the anger-inducing traffic caused by endless construction. She wonders if the roadway will even be visible in 10 or 20 years. What will the impacts of climate change have on our little slice of Paradise? For Wright, the CEO of the Community Environmental Council, Santa Barbara’s coastline is in dire need of help — not in decades, but in months. And while many scoff at the “bubble” that Santa Barbara County is supposedly a part of, Wright believes that is the wrong way to look at it. “Some believe it’s as if (the county is) disconnected from the larger society but I think that’s wrong. I mean I think that’s just the wrong way to look at it,” Wright said. “I actually see it more as kind of a reflection of a microcosm.”

And to that end, Wright believes that Meagan Harmon, recently appointed to the California Coastal Commission by Governor Gavin Newsom, has a unique opportunity to impact Central Coast specific issues. “Meagan has the potential to be bringing not only the Central Coast’s voice, but also being reflective of coastal communities,” Wright said. But how does the Coastal Commission impact Montecito? If you ask Harmon, Wright, and Santa Barbara County First District Supervisor Das Williams, there are plenty of ways — some that have historically been touchy topics.

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Before understanding how the Commission impacts the Santa Barbara coastline, it’s important to understand why the organization exists and by what it abides. At its heart, the Coastal Act, which

Funny you should ask, as this is of high interest currently, with Newsom recently countering the state legislature’s budget recommendation of providing an additional $30 million in funding over five years with a commitment of just $1.6 million. The Commission itself has nearly 175 positions on a $26 million budget. Harmon, in just her second month with the Commission, points to the budget demands that Newsom is dealing with coming out of the pandemic as understandable, although not what the Commission will need moving forward. “We need more money. I don’t think there’s any other way to say it, I mean the work that we’re trying to do right now to transition communities toward resilience adapting to sea level rise and dealing with coastal erosion,” Harmon said. “These are not only some of the most intractable challenges from a policy perspective, they’re also some of the most expensive in terms of how you mitigate.” While the state budget hasn’t been set and can be adjusted, Harmon is holding out hope that the number might shift. She also pointed to grants that could go to local municipalities, who will ultimately adopt sea level rise plans, that could act as a workaround and eliminate the middle person. “Nothing happens for free and to the extent that we understand in the

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Carlos, An American Bear

arlos, The Bear, reclined in his reading chair listening to Tom Petty. He was flipping through last year’s 4th of July Car Roadshow photos he took with his old iPhone. This year everything will be better, he thought. No lockdown, masks not mandatory and people out everywhere trying to get back into the swing of things. Also, this time he will be taking snapshots using his new iPhone that he bought on Amazon Prime! Last year, Carlos arrived at his viewing spot, a tree well out of the way of any humans, in the predawn hours of zero dark thirty. This year his plan is to do the same using one of those new urban hiking paths the Bucket Brigade recently put in so he can sleep in a bit before heading out. He knows how lucky he is to live here and appreciates the extra effort people of the community put out for such events. He really wants every-

one to have a safe, sane, and happy 4th of July here in The Cito as this is one of his favorite holidays. He enjoys seeing myriad classic, exotic, fire department and law enforcement vehicles as they pass; a time to celebrate our freedom. After all, Carlos is an American Bear!

Technology Gone Too Far?

I admit I am a nerd. I enjoy watching Santa Barbara City Council meetings. I can’t take watching our Council and Mayor in a four-inch box. Even worse the comments from the public have only audio. Today is June 22. Now I am listening to feedback that sounds like a Grateful Dead show. I’ve seen people cut off and or disconnected.

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t’s America’s birthday party and what could be more celebratory than shooting off fireworks?! But no one will be celebrating if those fireworks spark a fire. Fourth of July in Montecito is a celebration of our great nation’s independence and, our community’s independence from all fireworks. The manufacturing, storage, sale, handling, and use of all fireworks poses an extreme safety risk to our community and is strictly prohibited in all areas of the Montecito Fire Protection District. All fireworks, including safe and sane fireworks, are illegal in Montecito. Yes, even sparklers are a no-go this holiday and any day of the year in the 93108. Why? Ember cast. “When you set off a firework, even a safe and sane one, there’s no way

to completely control where every single spark and ember may land,” said Montecito Fire Chief Kevin Taylor. “Even if you take every precaution to choose a safe place to set off some fireworks this holiday, consider what could happen if a gust of wind carries a firework ember over to your neighbor’s property and lands in dry vegetation.” Consider the consequences. Possession of any fireworks within the Montecito Fire Protection District may result in penalties and fines ranging from $500 to $1,000 or a year in Santa Barbara County Jail. Consider the fact that we are facing record-breaking drought conditions in Montecito and across the Western United States. The National Weather Service sent

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John Comer: Bringing Light to the Land

art of the mystique of nature is revisiting an area at different times of year, or even just different times of the day. The scenery is always familiar yet ever changing as the light, weather, and seasons impart their effect on the view. Longtime landscape painter John Comer has been capturing these subtle changes of local landscapes and scenic coastlines for more than 50 years. In his newest gallery show, John mentions, “What I was looking for in this show were things that connected me to the different places where I had painted.” This Sacred Land is on display until September 1 at Santa Barbara Fine Art Gallery, located next to the Arlington Theatre. The show features about two dozen landscape paintings that draw inspiration from John’s life around the sea and outdoors. For much of his career, John has painted en plein air, surrounded by the splendor of nature and the locations he is trying to capture. When he is outdoors these days, it is more about studying the light and movement of the scene, trying to observe

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John Comer has spent his life outdoors, catching waves on his surfboard and capturing scenic vistas with his paintbrush

by Zach Rosen

the “feeling” of the location so that he can bring that back into the studio to paint. Whether it is how the shadows ripple across a mountainscape at sunset or the glowing sea spray above an ever-churning aqua blue bay, these different paintings illustrate a life spent studying the movements of light and nature. John has been practicing art since he was a young boy. When he first moved out to the West Coast as a child, he distinctly remembers noticing how different the lighting was along the sunny Pacific compared to the cool greys of the East Coast. Starting with drawing and watercolor, it wasn’t until he was 13 years old that he received his first oil paints. This also happened to be the year he got his first surfboard and the two have been intertwined for him ever since. “That’s been one of the big things in my life. I just want to be outside. I’ve spent most of my life outside: surfing, painting, fishing, sailing, hiking,” John said. “Everything, I wanted to be outside.” And this life outdoors is reflected in each one of his paintings.

It was this lifelong love for the outdoors that John wanted to bring to This Sacred Land. For the show, he selected a range of paintings of areas that he felt connected to, but also celebrated the interconnectivity between the water and land, and the support that both bring to all life on this planet. From local spots like Refugio and Santa Cruz Island, to Carmel and the coast lines further north, all the way down to Baja California Sur, where John has lived for the past 13 years, This Sacred Land explores the different landmarks and iconic areas of the Pacific that he has painted over the years. While John spends most of his time at his home in Baja, This Sacred Land is one of his two exhibits currently happening in Santa Barbara. John is one of the featured artists in the newly opened exhibit “Heritage, Craft

& Evolution: Surfboard Design 1885 – 1959” at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, which will run until the end of October. The exhibit hosts a range of vintage photographs, displays, and replicas of original surfboard designs. These reproductions were produced from pioneering surfboard shaper Renny Yater and esteemed shaper and painter Kevin Ancell and explore the history and evolution of surfboard design before the advent of foam boards. The various boards have vignettes painted on them by John that show the famous bays and surf spots where the designs originated from and were first used. Whether it is one of these painted surfboards, or a piece from This Sacred Land, each of his paintings reflect a life spent outside and his love for each one of those moments in nature. •MJ

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Bringing Back the Beatles:

ETC Music Benefit Honors the Fab Four

by Steven Libowitz

‘Transformative Experience’: A MAW Season Preview with Jamie Broumas

A behind-the-scenes look at performers rehearsing for “Come Together” that is slated for a July 3 showing at Elings Park (Photo by Steven Libowitz)

or Ensemble Theatre Company’s education director Brian McDonald, the theme for this year’s fundraiser for the ETC’s education and outreach programs was a bit of a no-brainer: “Come Together.” After all, the title of the Beatles song from their penultimate album provides the perfect prescription for emerging from a pandemic that has kept people apart for more than 15 months. Choosing to focus on the music of the Fab Four for the July 3 benefit concert at Godric Grove in Elings Park celebrating the long-awaited return of communal entertainment wasn’t a hard choice anyway, McDonald said. “Everybody loves the Beatles,” he said. “Their songs are so upbeat and fun, and they have had such an impact on people over the years.”

There’s also some symmetry in the six singers who will be sharing the stage over the 22 songs on Saturday afternoon. Daniel Brackett, Cassidy Broderick, Ben Catch, McKenna Gemberling, Hunter Hawkins, and Emerson Steady have been a part of ETC’s Young Actors Conservatory and/ or other local youth theater organizations in town over the last few years, including taking on several starring roles at ETC itself. Each is also headed either to further their studies in colleges as prestigious as the Berklee School of Music or down to Los Angeles to launch a professional career. They’ll be backed by an all-star band of local stalwart musicians put together by

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amie Broumas, the Music Academy of the West’s second year chief artistic officer, had the unenviable task of trying to program a performance-packed summer music festival during the ups and downs of the pandemic and the ever-changing protocols. “It was very, very, very challenging,” she admitted over the phone the other day. “Were we going to be live? Would it be all remote? We had to put together so many different scenarios.” But Broumas and the entire MAW administration never lost sight of the academy’s goal to “create a transformative experience for our fellows (the all-scholarship students). We want them to leave better musicians than they arrived, inspired and having had their horizons broadened.” Fortunately, the COVID crisis has been largely curtailed and the fellows and faculty members are back on campus (albeit after a week’s quarantine where they get coached remotely while also gaining skills to succeed in the changing landscape for 21st century musicians via MAW’s Innovation Institute that was launched last year). “There’s palpable joy on campus with people interacting and looking forward to being together and having that communal experience of making and experiencing music together.” It’s that last part where the community comes in, as somehow MAW is delivering an ambitious, if truncated, version of its usual deeply immersive season that has typified the classical music institute’s summer festival for more than seven decades. This year’s hybrid approach thankfully leans heavily on the live and in-person programs, a 70-something calendar of events that boasts fellows chamber orchestra concerts, faculty and guest artist recitals, the new X2 series that places the fellows alongside the faculty for chamber music performances, and a wildly inventive pair of cinematic events from the singers. There are four orchestral concerts, including two featuring the MAW debut of Michael Tilson Thomas conducting the fellows (July 17 & 31) and another pair led by Marin Alsop, the first woman to serve as the head of a major orchestra in the United States, South America, Austria, and Britain closing out the live season on August 7. The season opener with Larry Radcliffe on August 11 was able to make a late shift to the program

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Conrad Tao is the recipient of the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant

as the pandemic restrictions eased, Broumas said. “We’re doing now the Stravinsky Firebird suite, which is a significant piece for many sections in the orchestra that otherwise wouldn’t have had that opportunity.” There are two community chamber music concerts performed solely by the fellows, something of a substitute for the perennially popular Picnic Concerts of previous years (July 19 & 27) and the annual solo piano showcase (July 12) and string quartet showcase (July 20). Three of the Mosher Guest Artists will be appearing only via virtual performance, but the films will be screened at Hahn Hall in front of a live audience, while pianist Conrad Tao, recipient of the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, will be playing live on August 3. Broumas is particularly proud of the new X2 series, which represents a big upgrade to the occasional pairing of students and faculty. “Every single chamber concert series will feature at least one faculty member or guest artist playing with fellows so that they can have an experience being coached within the musical learning environment of a performance. It’s really important to have that kind of mentorship in action.” The great Jeremy Denk’s Hahn Hall recital on July 14 also features a trio of fellows. The Vocal Institute virtual-only performances include Beth Morrison and Paola Prestini’s update on the Liederabend tradition that brought composers and poets together to share new sounds and ideas. The “21c Liederabend, op. M.A.W.,” which features all female composers and new music, is being filmed at the Lobero sans audience, but will premiere publicly at Hahn Hall on July 23 before screening online. The piece will also be accompanied by a “sensory object” provided to all

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Mending Fences?

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the much-anticipated unveiling of a bronze statue of their late mother, Princess Diana, on Thursday at their childhood home, Kensington Palace, on what would have been her 60th birthday, it is to be hoped the dynamic duo can finally reconcile, particularly after the incendiary interview with fellow Montecito resident Oprah Winfrey. An old friend, Robert Lacey — who is married to the 8th Marquess of Londonderry’s daughter, a maid of honor at Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in 1953 — who has just published Battle of Brothers says it will be nothing more than “a superficial gesture” if they don’t have serious talks to mend their ever-growing rift. The sons of Prince Charles are scheduled to make separate speeches at the dedication of the statue by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley, whose portrait of the Queen appears on all UK coinage, in the palace’s Sunken Garden, attended by most of Diana’s Spencer relatives, including her brother, Charles, and sisters, Sarah and Jane, but few others because of pandemic restrictions. Harry has been staying at Frogmore Cottage, his former Windsor home which is now the official residence of Prince Andrew’s daughter, Princess Eugenie, her husband, Jack Brooksbank, and their first child, August, born in February, and is scheduled to meet his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, after the ceremony at Windsor Castle, 26 miles away. My fingers are tightly crossed!

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Twelve-Story Building Collapses! Cloudy With a Chance of Chaos

hat on earth is going on in Miami? A 40-year-old, 12-story building named the Champlain Towers South (the “Towers”) collapsed into a heap of rubble without any advance warning, a mile from Miami Beach in Surfside, Florida. At this writing, there are at least 11 fatalities, many injuries, and more than 150 people still missing. Adding to the confusion, that building was relatively new compared with others on that stretch of sandy beach (formerly marshland). On June 25, The Washington Post reported that the Towers were built on a porous limestone “plate” topped off with sand and organic fill. Just like its cousins in Miami Beach a mile or so away, that mixture had proven stable and “good enough” historically to construct large structures upon. Unfortunately, these are not “normal” times in any sense of the word, and “good enough” just isn’t. “Underneath its foundation, as with Miami Beach, is sand and organic fill — over a plateau of porous limestone — brought in from the bay after the mangroves were deforested. The fill sinks naturally and the subsidence worsens as the water table rises” (The Washington Post, June 25). It has long been clear that South Florida has been on the front lines of climate change impacts in general, and sea-level rise specifically. The dangers to infrastructure of the region — from septic systems to aquifers to shoreline erosion have been dramatically felt far before the recent collapse. The Towers building was recently found to have been sinking in the 1990s and may have continued to sink since then, according to Shimon Wdowinski, a professor at Florida International University’s Department of Earth and Environment. He co-wrote a paper published in April 2020 that said satellite imagery showed a 12-story condominium building in the eastern part of the Miami Beach area had sunk by about two millimeters per year between 1993 and 1999, and was sinking far faster since the mid-1990s. A similarly disturbing finding was reported by structural engineer Frank P. Morabito in 2018 when he alleged “major structural damage” had been discovered with evidence that bearing columns were being compromised by water. Finally, veteran engineer John Pistorino, who helped write the Miami-Dade County code that requires 40-year-old buildings to be inspected, has noted that saltwater and air had contributed to a similar building collapse in downtown Miami in 1974 (leading to seven deaths). It is too soon to know for certain what caused the Towers collapse, but it is quite likely that sea-level rise was partially or fully to blame. As various attorneys begin to comment on the situation, including those who represent the Towers’ condominium association, they observed that it is quite possible the 40-year inspection (then recently completed for the Towers) doesn’t do enough to examine subsurface conditions. It is likely that the problem originated there. One Association attorney, Donna DiMaggio Berger, specifically noted that a “subsurface, structural issue” likely caused the collapse. “This building was on pilings buffeted by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway,” she said. “We’ve got water coming at this thing from both sides.” Therein lies the connection between this one building toppling and the hundreds of others that are similarly vulnerable directly as a result of climate change (emphasis supplied). This observation is why the Towers collapse is of far greater significance than one building’s dramatic reduction to rubble. There is no question but that every multi-story building in South Florida, particularly those along the shoreline, is subject to a catastrophic collapse with greater frequency over time as climate change accelerates. Why? Because all South Florida is sitting on porous limestone which allows rising seas to percolate up to the surface even on a totally clear, non-rainy day. The Towers collapse is quite likely the “canary-in-the-coal-mine type event,” warning every coastal community that 1) climate change is real; 2) climate change is here now; 3) no one can predict all of the ways climate change will affect the environment in massively destructive ways; and 4) NOW is the time to take action to begin ameliorating the worst localized events. The “canary lesson” isn’t limited to teaching Floridians. It is directly applicable to us here in Santa Barbara. What are the effects climate change might have on us and how can we address the remediation we require now? They are too

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Summer Learning: Why You Should Give Your Kids Summer Reading Assignments

or many children, summer vacation is the best time of the year, but abandoning academic work altogether until the fall isn’t necessarily the best option for keeping up critical learning skills. Research has shown that summer reading assignments help children close learning gaps and retain skills through academic downtime. Many parents worry that forcing children to read during breaks will make them hate the habit even more but being strategic about how you engage in summer reading can make the experience more pleasant for everyone.

How to make summer reading fun

First and foremost, choosing books children are excited to read is the best way to keep them engaged and enthusiastic about learning. Going to the bookstore or library together to pick out reading material is a great way to do this, or, if the school has assigned a reading list to choose from, you can research each option together to find the most intriguing one. •S et a routine: Consistency is key when it comes to developing a reading habit. Set aside 20 minutes per day as “reading time.” This can be before bed or after breakfast but make it part of your everyday routine. •L ead by example: If you’re having trouble setting a reading routine, remember that children learn by watching adults. Consider investing in re-establishing your own reading routine and pick up your book when they open theirs.

Teaching kids to celebrate diversity

Teaching kids about the value of human diversity is key to instilling a sense of acceptance and tolerance within future generations. That’s the line of thinking behind a new set of building blocks that are shaped like abstract people and painted with a diverse range of skin tone colors. Designed by Los Angeles-based Kazuya Washio, the racially inclusive set, named The Blockspeople Society, intends to cultivate children’s imagination while providing an opportunity to learn about diversity and inclusivity from an early age. Each building block resembles a small person and features differently shaped human features, as well as a full range of complexions, so kids can stack them together in creative ways or arrange them to create imaginative scenarios. In this way, the set intends to look like a microcosm of our real society. •MJ numerous to mention, like adequately fire-resistant housing (the codes need to be changed to prevent Paradise, California happening here). And, for another thing, we paid for a desalinization plant (twice as some residents point out) and it is sitting permanently affixed at current sea-level. That means, if we do nothing, sea-level rise will put it under water. Given the drought we are just entering, the desalinization plant was sold to us as the way to obtain adequate freshwater from the sea. How do you get freshwater from a plant that becomes submerged? What can we do about it? Put the best minds we have on the problem and begin to analyze whether we should construct a pontoon suspension system that will articulate to higher heights as sea-level rises; or, better yet, relocate the plant up the hill where they intend to pump the freshwater for distribution throughout the city, so we pump seawater up to the plant and let gravity take it down. Will that work? I don’t know for sure yet. But asking what might work is the effort we need to make now if we want to address climate change issues before they become catastrophes. Chapter 4 of the World Business Academy book, Freedom from Mid-East Oil (2007) is entitled: “Climate Change: Cloudy with a Chance of Chaos.” The word “chaos” means “behavior so unpredictable as to appear random.” Unfortunately, there is nothing random about seawater incursion into Miami Beach, nor is there anything random about sea-level rise — both are currently unavoidable. Since we know what the biosphere is doing, the question is whether our human behavior, particularly those of us who love Santa Barbara, will remain chaotic in the face of the inevitable adjustments that must be made. The canary is singing. Are we listening? •MJ

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Of Humans and Their Obsession with Heads

he practice of making an “either/ or” type of decision by flipping a coin has a surprisingly long history. The Romans had coins with a ship on one side and the emperor’s head on the other, so their equivalent of “heads or tails” was “ship or head” – in Latin, “navia aut caput.” It has always made sense to have the head of the current potentate on the official currency. But at least one such ruler, a King of France, lived to regret it. That King was Louis XVI and the year was 1791. The French Revolution was in full swing, and Louis, with his Queen, Marie Antoinette, and their family, were attempting to escape, supposedly incognito, from Paris, where they’d been virtual prisoners of the insurgents. They were in a coach, heading for the Eastern frontier, where they hoped to recruit the aid of a Loyalist army. On the way, they stopped at a town where they were seen by the local postmaster – who recognized the King. How? Well, from his head on the French money. This led to the capture of the whole party, and their ignominious return to Paris, where both royal heads eventually fell victim to the guillotine. But long before that, in Greek mythology, the heads of gods and goddesses had been ascribed remarkable powers. There was the head of Medusa, with its corona of snakes, so hideous that it was reputedly capable of rendering any onlooker into stone. And, even more astonishing, we’re told of the birth of Athena, who is said to have sprung fully armed from the head of Zeus! However, the ancient world has bestowed upon us at least one authentic rendering of the head of a genuine identifiable human being — and one regal, female, and widely considered beautiful. No doubt, you’ve seen her colorful image in some form. She was Nefertiti, a Queen of Egypt, wife of the Pharaoh Akhenaten, who ruled about 3,300 years ago. This sculptured head was discovered as recently as 1912, in the ruins of the artist’s workshop. Then we have the mysterious stone heads of Rapa Nui (also known as Easter Island) — almost 1,000 of them — not carved in anyone’s image, but of monumental size. I have visited that remote island, and what most impressed me was to see the “quarry” in which more heads were actually in the process of being carved 01 – 08 July 2021

out of the rock, whence they would have been laboriously trundled to some designated spot — when the whole project was for some reason abandoned. But in our own culture, the fascination for sculpting giant recognizable stone images found its most celebrated expression in the heads of four American Presidents carved on an eminence called Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota. I’ve never been there but have seen the Hitchcock movie North By Northwest enough times to have a good idea of what it would be like to scramble about on those famous faces. Of course, the human head has played its role in many other spheres besides portraiture. One is the realm of sport, in which, however, there are not many games in which the head is allowable as an instrument of play, while the hands and arms are not. I’m thinking particularly of soccer, in which the only team member allowed to use his whole body on the field is the goalkeeper. All the others can use only their feet and heads, the art of “heading” the ball thus being an important part of the game. Recent studies, however, have found that, in soccer, there is danger of concussion from repeated heading, even more than from accidental collisions with other players. In the much grimmer pursuits of actual warfare, especially the primitive varieties, symbolic abuse of a vanquished foe’s head has ranged from scalping to boiling and shrinking. It was in fact the latter practice which led to the jocular reference to psychiatrists as “head-shrinkers,” which itself, over time, has been boiled down to the custom of calling a member of that profession a “shrink.” But let the poet Shelley remind us that even the solidity of stone does not guarantee any kind of immortality. His poem about a forgotten stone head in the desert concludes: “And on the pedestal, these words appear: ‘My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings; Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair!’ Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal Wreck, boundless and bare, The lone and level sands stretch far away.” •MJ

be a part of our team at Berkeley. We consistently ranked in the Top 10 nationwide, and our competitive training meant I was able to continue a hobby that had been a big part of my life growing up in Santa Barbara. The beach has always been a big part of my life. Of course it has. Until moving to UC Berkeley, I lived in Santa Barbara, attending Crane Country Day School and then San Marcos High School, spending much of my time at local beaches. Since the age of 12, I’ve played volleyball and developed a love of beach volleyball. I practically spent ages 12 through 18 on East Beach, as well as many other beautiful locales throughout California where I participated in various invitation-only programs put on by USAV Beach Volleyball. And I was thrilled when, during this time, beach volleyball became recognized as an official NCAA sport. Knowing this, it’s not hard to see how the beach has influenced my work. I was inspired to start my business, Deep Blue Bikini Co., at the outset of the pandemic. I had been drawing and designing bathing suits for several years, but I had never had the time to be as thoughtful as I wanted about the process of building a bathing suit. While COVID sent me home from college, it also left me with an abundance of time. I taught myself to sew on an old Singer sewing machine that I borrowed, quickly advancing from that to industrial machines, which I bought from local sewing guru, Grant House. The early designs were simple, but they sold. The fact is that people wanted to buy these designs, and that inspired me to learn more, design more, and make the brand known. Because of the support and inspiration I receive from my customers, Deep Blue Bikini Co. is now releasing its sixth collection. With gratitude, I have to say that the greatest obstacle so far has been keeping up with demand. I am currently the designer, the fabric curator, the sewer, the web designer and marketer, the salesperson, the shipping department, the bookkeeper, and customer service. I wear all

these hats every day. I now have three retail accounts that keep me busy; I have an active following on Instagram; and a website with orders coming in almost daily. Quality control is important to me, so I have not yet farmed out any aspect of Deep Blue Bikini Co., but I am growing quickly and am looking for interns and production partners. My favorite thing about Deep Blue is that all the swimsuits are handmade right here in Santa Barbara. Growing my brand and keeping the homemade, small batch quality will be the next great obstacle, but one I am excited to tackle.

I love connecting with customers from all over and seeing them wear and feel good in the styles that they purchase Truly, this process has been rewarding in so many different ways. I love connecting with customers from all over and seeing them wear and feel good in the styles that they purchase. I really enjoy seeing people on the beaches wearing my designs and seeing my brand tagged in their social media posts. I also have fun making custom swimsuits upon request, which allows me to meet and connect with my customers. But one of the things I’m most proud of is naming so much of my collection after local beaches and bringing Santa Barbara into so many homes across the country and into other countries. In the next few years, I hope to still be living in Santa Barbara. I also hope that my business will be thriving and that the brand will be known both domestically and internationally. And I hope to be supporting other young women in business and learning more about philanthropic opportunities in my hometown, with the beaches that inspired me. Best, Cassidy •MJ

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tanding on the threshold of a post-COVID world feels like an opportunity to evaluate the past and make choices for the future. In such transition times, our small-self is asked to align with a big-self perspective. This is when it makes sense to listen to a resource that comes from way beyond and resonates deep within. I call this “checking in with source.” For some people, checking in with source happens in a religious context; for others it is more about spiritual connection. But, for all, it implies looking past the upsets and distractions of everyday life to partake of something more eternal. There are many ways to check in with source. Contemplative prayer or meditation create an opening to hear your deepest knowing. Astrology, tarot, or aura readings can impart more information. Tossing the I Ching or Rune Stones are doorways to the wisdom of olden times. Rather than a literal transmission, these methods often rely on symbol, image, or metaphor to convey the message. Then, it’s up to us to determine what it means and how it can help. Most recently, wanting some post-pandemic guidance, I asked Dr. David Cumes to “Read the Bones” for me. A highly respected urologist and gifted spiritual healer, Cumes has travelled back and forth from the cutting edge of Western medicine to the mystical roots of indigenous healing. As he tells the story, after specializing in urology, teaching at Stanford, and setting up a private practice in Santa Barbara, he still felt something was missing. Every time he visited his South African homeland, a traditional healer would tell him that the ancestors were calling him to study the ancient medicinal ways. As part of his destiny, this was how he could bridge the gap between science and spirit. Eventually, he began an arduous training process leading to initiation as an African shaman or Sangoma. Since then, he has helped many people in our community find a way to heal the spirit as well as the body. To do this, Cumes uses a divination process called “Reading the Bones.”

to have Cumes “Read the Bones.” As he explains it, you bring the question and the ancestors answer. Here’s how it works: Once you schedule your reading, the Ancestors have been notified. You arrive at the appointed time, take off your shoes, and sit with Cumes in his backyard “ndumba” yurt filled with baskets of specific plant medicines and various sacred objects. Cumes sits at the head of this sanctified space, burns “mpepho” incense and shakes a rattle to call forth your ancestors and guides. Afterward, he’ll ask you to pick up a collection of bones/trinkets/charms — holding them as you think of the issue or question at hand. Infused with your energy, these are placed in a ceremonial skin bag along with an offering of tobacco. You shake the bag, blow into the opening and state your name. Once the bag is emptied onto a woven mat, Cumes interprets the configured message sent from the spirit world. The reading often invokes further introspection and perhaps a second throw. After the message has been delivered and clarified, you might be asked to do a process or ritual at home to clear the way using candles, water, and herbs.

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A Community Center Once Again

ur library continues to thrive these days as we move from the intensity of the pandemic and open further. While the Montecito Library has been offering curbside pickup since last July and indoor visits since December, June 15 has ushered in a true feeling of normalcy. While we continue to wear masks indoors, library staff are pleased to welcome people in without as many restrictions on time limits and capacity, which feels great! A longtime patron was so happy to relax and read the newspapers that she said we’d probably be seeing her daily. Having access to the Community Hall to expand our reading and study area has been a welcome change for everyone. It allows us the space to spread out and enjoy this gem of a building without feeling crowded or rushed.

Local History Series: Literary Montecito Steven Gilbar will speak on July 22 at 5 pm

Offering local programming has been one way to reconnect with community members as we reopen, getting to fully appreciate the talented and generous people who live here. On July 22 at 5 pm, please join us for a talk with local writer Steven Gilbar. Published and Perished: Some Forgotten Santa Barbara Writers Remembered is a collection of short biographies of Santa Barbara writers. Among those were several who lived in Montecito. They lived interesting lives and are the subject of Gilbar’s talk. A 43-year resident of Montecito, Gilbar has written a score of books, including a Santa Barbara literary history and, most recently, Published and Perished in 2021. This program is offered in partnership with the Montecito Association History Committee. Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/97996668550 01 – 08 July 2021

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Attention, friends! The coolest van is coming to Montecito… the Library on the Go Van! This new Santa Barbara Public Library van operates like an outdoor library branch, bringing services to partner locations around town. We got our first peek at the van on Friday, June 25, when it rolled up to Montecito Union School and staff assisted folks in getting library cards and checking out books. Some upcoming van stops to put on your calendar: • Thursday, July 1, 3-5 pm at Cold Spring School • Wednesday, July 21, 2-3:30 pm at Lower Manning Park • Friday, July 30, 3-4:30 pm at Montecito Union School These visits from the van are open to the public and we hope you can join us.

Poetry Club Resumes Our beloved Poetry Club had been meeting monthly for more than five years when the pandemic hit pause on gathering. Led by retired English teacher Carole Baral, the group has a loyal following and always welcomes new members. For our reunion meeting on Thursday, June 24, we kept things a little hush-hush because we did not want to have an overwhelming number of attendees for this in-person meeting in front of the library. Discussing four-time Pulitzer Prizewinning poet Robert Frost was a perfect way to celebrate being reunited again. “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” “Acquainted with the Night,” and “The Road Not Taken” were a few of the poems that were read and discussed. Wishing you a safe and relaxing July. See you at the library! •MJ

viewers commissioned from an artist to make the work more interactive. Broumas said that Morrison considers the tactile element as “the equivalent to the staging for an opera. It’s integral to her artistic vision.” But, as always, the bulk of the events are composed of master classes, another in-person yet hybrid creation that finds the fellows performing snippets or full movements of pieces and then receiving coaching from a faculty member or guest artist, who often also explains the context and approach to the audience. “You get an insider’s view of what it takes to make music beyond the skill and technique,” Broumas said. “They’re very inspiring and even offer life lessons about creative endeavors outside of music.” Which is largely true of just about every MAW offering. In other words, fasten your seat belt and get ready for a fiercely fulfilling five-week festival.

This Week@MAW

The Music Academy’s approach to master classes for the truncated summer season is akin to the baseball equivalent of a daily doubleheader: Every single weekday from July 5 to August 6 features two different faculty-coaching-fellows sessions at both 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm. But the instruments aren’t completely slotted as to the day and time as in previous years, and, of course, the faculty members also change, so for some classes, this week is your only chance to see that professional prodding the fellows this year. Here’s this week’s schedule: Monday, July 5: Cello with Alan Stepansky, Chair of Strings and Professor of Cello at the Peabody Institute and the former Principal Cellist of the Boston Pops and Associate Principal of the New York Philharmonic (1:30 pm; Lehmann Hall; $10); Collaborative Piano with Jonathan Feldman, the former 25-year tenured chairman of Juilliard’s department (3:30 pm; Hahn Hall; $10). Tuesday, July 6: Viola with Karen Dreyfus, recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Solo Recitalist Award and a founding member of the Lyric Piano Quartet and the Amerigo

Trio who teaches viola and chamber music at USC Thornton School of Music (1:30 pm; Lehmann Hall; $10). Percussion with Michael Werner, who spent 13 years with the Metropolitan Opera before joining the Seattle Symphony as principal in 2009 (3:30 pm; Hahn Hall; $10). Wednesday, July 7: Bassoon with Windy City-based Dennis Michel, second chair of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and an ensemble artist with the Chicago Chamber Musicians (1:30 pm; Lehmann Hall; $10). Trombone & Tuba taught by Mark H. Lawrence, formerly Principal Trombone of the San Francisco Symphony for 34 years (1:30 pm; Hahn Hall; $10). Thursday, July 8: Violin with Martin Beaver, the First Violin of the world-renowned Tokyo String Quartet for its final 11 years (1:30 pm; Lehmann Hall; $10). Clarinet with Richie Hawley, former principal of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, currently professor at Rice University’s Shepherd School (3:30 pm; Hahn Hall; $10). Friday, July 9: Oboe with Eugene Izotov, the principal of the San Francisco Symphony who held the same position at Chicago Symphony and the Metropolitan Opera (1:30 pm; Lehmann Hall; $10). Trumpet with the June Award-nominated Paul Merkelo, principal with the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal and faculty member at McGill University (3:30 pm; Hahn Hall; $10). Saturday, July 10: Return to Miraflores for the opening night gala, an all-outdoor benefit event featuring pianists Jeremy Denk and Conor Hanick performing together for the first time, plus MAW favorite Takács Quartet featuring the first local appearance of its violist Richard O’Neill (’98, ‘99), who will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award. Alumnus tenor and Metropolitan Opera star Ben Bliss (’12) will also perform in collaboration with faculty pianist Nino Sanikidze (’01, ’02). The evening also features signature cocktails and an alfresco dinner. (5:30 pm; $300 and up). •MJ FYI Location: 1070 Fairway Road Contact: (805) 969-8787 Website: www.musicacademy.org

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they provide a scaffold for diagnostic insight coming from the spirit world. This allows ancestral spirits to have a conversation with the client through the healer. “Reading the Bones” is like unraveling the metaphor of a dream in order to access deeper meaning and invite insight. Once the picture is clear, the Ancestors suggest certain actions, plant medicines, and healing rituals to unlock the past and remedy imbalance. With his specific sangoma training and cultivated intuition, Cumes is a master at translating information from the source. Every time I’ve sat in his yurt, the result has been both profound and uncanny. After a seemingly random throw, the very placement of the Bones appears to speak directly to the issue. As Cumes points out the significance of each piece and placement, a theme emerges. For instance: Look over here, that charm landed dead center; this bone flew right out of the circle; that shell is pointing to your home-creativity-health; this ancestor is showing up to guide you. Each reading helped me listen to my inner knowing, resolve an issue from the past, and set a course for the future. In addition to David Cumes, Santa Barbara has an impressive collec-

tion of gifted professionals who can hold the space between this world and spirit world. Whether you seek their help or simply sit quietly and listen, this is a good time to check in with source. Tuning in to the divine, the universe, or inner knowing now will help you see through the haze and make wise choices as you go forward. “ Spirit guides are not subject to time or space as are we. They are always around but not always to be known, always within call but not always to be heard, always present but not always to be sensed, always holding us but not always to be felt.” — The Ancestors Visit www.davidcumes.com to learn more about his books, music, videos, and blog. Visit www.sbcc. edu/extendedlearning to access his online video, The Architecture of the Soul, and register for the special Zoom event, The Anatomy of the Soul, on July 10 from 10 am to 12 pm. Appointments can be scheduled to “Read the Bones” through Adrienne at 805-964-6771. •MJ

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Village Beat (Continued from page 6) parade will begin with a flyover of four vintage airplanes, at 11:30 am sharp. The crew putting on the event include Denson, King, Trish Davis, Dana Newquist, Michael Edwards, and MA Executive Director Sharon Byrne. It is the committee’s hope that next year the popular parade will be back after a two-year hiatus, complete with a BBQ at Manning Park, games for the kids, school competitions, and early morning pancake breakfast at the Fire Station. California Highway Patrol and Santa Barbara County Sheriff Deputies will help with traffic control during the roadshow. For more information, see the map on page 29, or visit www. montecitoassociation.org. Also happening this long weekend, the shops in the Upper Village are putting on a casual shopping event on Saturday, July 3; a sort of “soft” celebration to help residents (and tourists) get reacquainted with all the great stores and restaurants in upper Montecito. “My hope is that people will come out and visit all the stores that have been open for a long time, and survived the pandemic, as well as see the great new shops that have emerged,” said Sandy Stahl of Sotheby’s, who organized the event.

Several stores in the Upper Village will hold special sales, trunk shows, and serve snacks this Saturday. There are more than 40 shops and restaurants in the Upper Village, including new businesses Eider Studio, Lemondrop, and Aquatic Jewels, and all are reopened fully as of June 15, including Pane e Vino and Via Vai, which are once again open for lunch and dinner. Many stores have decorated their windows for the July 4th holiday.

“We’re so lucky to be able to bring back the Village Roadshow this year! I’m looking forward to seeing all the kids and families celebrating this very special day.” — Mindy Denson, event organizer

Stahl notes that the various shopping centers in the Upper Village also cater to those with newly-purchased primary or secondary homes, including a plethora of antique and furniture stores with various design style. “Sometimes I think people don’t really realize what is up here. We have some

great businesses and shops, with great items for the home,” Stahl said. The event is this Saturday, July 3, and businesses participating will have balloons in their storefronts.

MWD Urges Customers to Conserve Water

With climate change and potential severity of future droughts unknown, voluntary conservation continues to be an essential component for water supply planning locally and statewide. Historically, Montecito Water District customers have been able to reduce demands when necessary. In 2009, SBX7-7 set a requirement for urban water suppliers to reduce demands 20% by 2020. The District was in full compliance with SBX7-7 water use targets in both 2015 and 2020, with customer conservation ranging as high as 56%. However, District water consumption began increasing when the drought subsided in 2019 and continues to climb. At the same time, with the lack of rainfall in 2020 and 2021 to date, extreme drought conditions have returned. Avoiding water waste is again a “must do” for all customers in the face of many unknowns, and the District is intent on getting the word out and providing conservation tips. Community awareness and action is needed to ensure that water supplies

secured through careful planning will be sufficient. “With the drought condition worsening, we are asking all customers to partner with us immediately to reduce usage,” stated Nick Turner, general manager. “The District is well positioned with a drought resilient portfolio, but customer use is now over-budget and supplies are not unlimited.” The District urges all customers to compare current usage with prior years and make adjustments as needed to reduce use, monitor carefully for leaks, and to take advantage of a free consultation with the District’s Conservation Specialist. Additional information is available at www.mon tecitowater.com, or by calling (805) 969-2271. Also happening at the District, last week MWD’s Board of Directors voted unanimously in favor of Resolution 2212 to adopt the Urban Water Management Plan 2020 update. The Plan may now be submitted to the California Department of Water Resource (DWR) for review and filing prior to the July 1, 2021 deadline. The Plan addresses three challenges that are unique to the District’s service area of Montecito and Summerland, which pertain to population, desalinated water, and small agricultural operations. For more information about the Plan, visit www.monteci towater.com. •MJ

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A New Attraction, and Return of Some Popular Ones at the Santa Barbara Zoo

The Santa Barbara Zoo will open the Australian Walkabout later this year

t’s not too big of a stretch to suggest that a lot of people probably felt like they might never get out from under the “new reality,” what with several surges and multiple levels of lockdown over the past 15 months. But the folks over at the Santa Barbara Zoo are emerging from the COVID crisis only to head directly Down Under — via the autumn opening of its new exhibit, Australian

Walkabout. The multi-million-dollar Aussie adventure reimagines the space previously occupied by the Zoo’s two elephants, Sujatha and Little Mac, who passed away in 2018 and 2019, respectively. The exhibit will provide visitors with a chance to walk among kangaroos, wallabies and emus, animals not previously seen at the zoo’s by-thebeach site. Visitors will find them-

selves in the middle of the action as they explore Australian Walkabout’s open pathways and sculptured landscapes meant to provide a glimpse at the continent’s breathtakingly beautiful and biodiverse ecosystem. Australian Walkabout was chosen from more than 35 proposals put together by the facility’s animal care staff, said Rich Block, the Zoo’s president and CEO. “We wanted to have animals that were appropriate not only to the climate, but ones where we have some expertise and could provide good care for them. It quickly became clear that we’d be able to not only provide a really great space for the animals but also an incredible experience for our guests,” he explained. “I just went out there today to check on the progress, and I am totally blown away. We definitely made the right choice.” Block said he was excited about the intimacy with which people will be able to experience the kangaroos, wallabies and emus, a polar opposite experience from our socially-distance, mask-wearing past 15 months. “Essentially there is no barrier between the people and the animals,” he enthused. “When you walk through the exhibit — and you really do need to stay on the paths — the animals will have the choice of where they want to be, the freedom to go

wherever they want.” Australian Walkabout doesn’t open until October so that the animals, who arrive in August, and zoo staff members can have a two-month period to acclimate to each other and the environs. “Hopefully they don’t totally trash all the landscaping we’ve been planting,” Block said. “We’re going to be watching them for feedback about all the things that we did to their liking or the mistakes that we made.” But you don’t have to wait until fall to fall back in love with the zoo again, or even experience some new opportunities as the zoo resumes normal operations. After Hours at the Zoo, which launches this week, is a new program taking place every Wednesday from 4-7 pm in July to expose guests to the quieter side of the zoo. While some animals will be tucked in for the night, visitors can take in the more peaceful vibe, settle in for a sunset train ride, partake in lawn games, and dine on optional picnic dinners. “We wanted to make the zoo accessible for more people who might not be able to make it during regular hours during the week,” Block said. “It’s a chance to do something after work or visit as a family a little later in the day.”

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its and experimental education programs such as Marine Science, Ocean Connections, Maritime on the Move, Love Letters to the Sea, Girls in Ocean Science — all of which encourage the protection and preservation of our fragile, limited natural resources for generations to come. Since 2000, the SBMM has featured many artifacts and stories to share the history of the Santa Barbara Channel with more than 40,000 visitors annually and provides year-round experiential maritime history and marine science education for local youth. SBMM also features the First-Order Fresnel Lighthouse Lens from Point Conception. Some current exhibits explore the geology of oil in the Channel and Chumash use of asphalt, the Honda Disaster and “Wives and Daughters: Keepers of the Light.” The SBMM is located at the historic Santa Barbara Harbor at 113 Harbor Way, Suite 190. Phone 805-962-8404. There will another Paddle Out next year. AHOY!

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help with the various programs and costs in general. There is staff of six and a board of 10 led by president Alan Koch. The actual gallery is called the Charles LoBue Gallery (named for this huge supporter) and was formerly the Cajun Kitchen restaurant. The large courtyard is used for many open-air events. There was a generous donation from Lynda Fairly and the official title of the Center is the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Art Center. All kinds of events happen at the Art Center for

Among the many events are workshops from African drumming to jewelry making. There is a volunteer arts program that teaches culturally relevant art to mostly Latino families living in three People’s Self-Help Housing developments, who proudly exhibit at the Center. And the list goes on. “Art influences social changes and is the repository of society’s memory,” said art historian and former director Paige Van Tuyl. New director Linda tells us, “The goal of the Art Center is to be inspiring creativity and connection in the community.” •MJ

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CALENDAR OF Note to readers: This entertainment calendar is a subjective sampling of arts and other events taking place in the Santa Barbara area for the next week. It is by no means comprehensive. Be sure to read feature stories in each issue that complement the calendar. In order to be considered for inclusion in this calendar, information must be submitted no later than noon on the Wednesday eight days prior to publication date. Please send all news releases and digital artwork to slibowitz@yahoo.com)

ONGOING SBIFF Film Talk Festival director Roger Durling Zooms in on Alanna Brown, writer-director of the 2021 film Trees of Peace, a fictionalized take on the four women from different backgrounds and beliefs who found themselves trapped and hiding during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. Brown’s film about their fight for survival defying the odds in uniting the women in an unbreakable sisterhood claimed both SBIFF’s ADL Stand Up Award and Panavision Spirit Award for Independent Cinema when it premiered at the beachside drive-in last April. Next up: Topher Grace, the veteran versatile actor best-known for playing Eric Forman in the Fox sitcom That ‘70s Show. Grace, whose other credits include Spider-Man 3, Interstellar, BlacKkKlansman, Traffic, and Mona Lisa Smile, is currently starring in and co-producing the ABC comedy series Home Economics (July 8). WHEN: 5:30 pm WHERE: Link provided upon registration COST: Free INFO: (805) 963-0023 or https://sbiff. org/filmtalk Architecture of India The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara’s summer lecture series Zooms in on several monuments and architectural complexes in India, surveying the Buddhist, Hindu, and Islamic traditions

of the sub-continent. The 10-part series will cover the sites in chronological order, spanning nearly two millennia, from the second century BCE to the 16th century. This week: “Early Hindu Dynasties” looks at temples created by the Chalukyans who began carving and constructing architecture in stone, producing some the earliest surviving Hindu temples of India, primarily at Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal (July 1). Next week: “Shiva’s Cave: The Rock Cut Temple at Elephanta” (July 8). WHEN: 6:45-8 pm Thursdays through August 19 WHERE: Zoom COST: $10 each INFO: https://afsb.org THURSDAY, JULY 1 Movies Under the Stars in Your Cars UCSB Arts & Lectures’ full series of free movies out at the West Wind Drive-In focuses on films from the 1980s and 1990s, when the drive-in was long past its prime, which kind of makes the whole thing even more fun. Titled “Be Excellent & Party On,” the Throwback Thursday slate that starts July 1 with Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming masterpiece (and four-time Oscar winner) E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial, the fun and adventurous story of an alien creature left behind when his UFO departs and the 10-year-old boy who befriends him. Reese’s Pieces is still reaping the rewards of M&Ms turning down the chance to be the snack that lures the critter inside — and so can

ONGOING Movie Nights at the Mart It’s animation mania at the Montecito Country Mart this summer, as the Coast Village Road gathering place is showing a series of classic animated films from Disney, Pixar, and beyond every Friday night in the courtyard. As a special bonus, a different Pixar short will open each screening. This week (July 2): Up, one of Pixar’s most popular entries with both critics and fans, not in the least because of its wordless opening sequence that spans decades in the life of the main character and his wife. Kicking off the night is 1988’s Tin Toy, one of Pixar’s earliest offerings, a five-minute short directed by John Lasseter who had to receive owner Steve Jobs’ approval to make the movie that not only earned Pixar its first Oscar, but also inspired the Toy Story franchise. Grab dinner, nibbles, or just a drink to go for the show from such Mart favorites including Bettina and Little Alex’s. WHEN: 6-8 pm WHERE: 1016 Coast Village Road COST: Free INFO: www.montecitocountrymart.com

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THURSDAY, JULY 1 Segall Singing Solo Again After traveling for the first half of 2021, Santa Barbara-based soul-pop singer-songwriter David Segall is back in town and taking to the taverns and beyond to once again connect with his local fans. Following a house concert last weekend at Mother Oak Farms in which he played with mandolinist-guitarist-vocalist Josh Jenkins, Segall has lined up a couple of solo slots up in the Santa Ynez Valley. See him sing and do his thing in an acoustic show this afternoon at the Refugio Ranch Winery in Los Olivos or check out his chops at Brander Vineyard on July 3. WHEN: 4:30-6 pm today; 1-4 pm Saturday WHERE: 2990 Grand Ave., Los Olivos today; 2401 N. Refugio Rd., Santa Ynez on Saturday COST: $10 Saturday INFO: (805) 697-5289/www.refugioranch.com today; (805) 688-2455/www. brander.com Saturday you via the chance to re-live nearly 39-year-old memories once again on the big screen. Next up: a double feature of the 1984 swashbuckling family adventure classic The Goonies with Rob Reiner’s still remarkably resonant Stand By Me, the 1986 coming-of-age odyssey of self-discovery as a group of friends search for a missing teenager in a small Oregon town, which somehow straddles the line between suspense of humor while shattering the heart (July 8). Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early for food trucks, concessions, and entertainment. WHEN: 8:30 pm (Gates open at 7 pm) WHERE: West Wind Drive-In, 907 S Kellogg Ave., Goleta COST: Free INFO: (805) 893-3535 or https:// artsandlectures.ucsb.edu FRIDAY, JULY 2 Improv Invades Ventura The Ventura Improv Company emerges from behind the masks to take up where they left off 15 months ago as the area’s longest-running troupe. The rotating collective of improvisers have been entertaining in the 805 since 1989 and are returning tonight to Namba Arts, the downtown Ventura space that serves as VIC’s latest home base. The award-winning company’s shows — which are the public culmination of regular sessions to build their craft and co-create as well as educate — are a fast-paced mix of short-form scenes, improv games, and musical skits, all made up on the spot. Tonight’s performance heralds the return of regular shows at NAMBA on the first Friday of the month. WHEN: 7 pm WHERE: NAMBA Performing Arts

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Space, 47 S. Oak Street, Ventura COST: $10 (All attendees must show proof of vaccination) INFO: (805) 628-9250 or www.nambaarts.com SATURDAY, JULY 3 Fourth of July on the 3rd COVID cases may be back on the rise in Ventura County, where the positivity rate is about twice Santa Barbara’s, but the mountain village has maneuvered to bring back the fireworks for everyone. The mini festival isn’t only featuring pyrotechnics as the gates open nearly four hours before the explosives hit the air for picnics or partaking of the offering from a bunch of food trucks. Bring your blankets, chairs, and coolers and settle in for music by the band CVR with special guest Ruben Duarte, Jr., And if you’re tempted to freeload by watching nearby, be forewarned: “We have a completely different show planned with a new pyro company,” the website promises. “Trust us when we say that if you are not inside those gates, you will miss a lot of the show.” Note: Organizers are asking everyone to wear a mask and practice social distancing. WHEN: Gates open at 5:30 pm, fireworks at 9:15 pm WHERE: Nordhoff High School, football stadium, 1401 Maricopa Highway COST: $10 general, $5 children, $25 for family of four. All tickets must be purchased in advance. INFO: www.4thofjulyinojai.com SUNDAY, JULY 4 Independence Day, Veterans Version Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Founda01 – 08 July 2021

FRIDAY, JULY 2 Courtyard Comedy Santa Barbara comedy impresario Paul Clay is back to action, hosting a live stand-up comedy show outdoors at the Arlington Theatre’s courtyard. Presented by Lauren Clark and Uriah Wesman, the event features some of Santa Barbara’s best local comedians including Andrey Belikov, who long hosted and starred in standing comedy nights at his oft-traveling Comedy Hideaway shows pre-pandemic and has also shown up on Showtime. Also appearing are two nationally touring headliners Mat Edgar, who has appeared on Comedy Central and is a Comedy Store regular, and Rachel Wolfson, whose credits include the Laugh Factory and Comedy Store and hosting her own podcast, “Chronic Relief.” Laugh it up in one of the most iconic and historic spots in town. WHEN: 7 & 9:30 pm WHERE: 1317 State St. COST: $30 & $40 INFO: (805) 963-4408 or thearlingtontheatre.com tion presents its first live, in-person celebration since Veterans Day in November 2019, on the grounds of the historic Santa Barbara Cemetery. The event will feature a performance by Gold Coast Pipe Band and an honor guard from Vandenberg Air Force Base. “America the Beautiful” will be performed by David Gonzales, a retired Santa Barbara Police Sergeant. PCVF co-founder Lt. John Blankenship will offer opening remarks followed by a keynote address from Navy Captain Charlie Plumb, USNR, (Ret.), an F-4 Phantom jet fighter pilot who was a six-year prisoner of war during the Vietnam conflicts and is now a popular motivational speaker. Col. Robert A. Long, the new Commander of Space Launch Delta 30 at United States Space Force, will also talk. Look skyward as the event will conclude with a crowd favorite, a spectacular flyover above the cemetery from the Van Nuys-based The Condor Squadron. WHEN: 12-1 pm WHERE: 901 Channel Dr. COST: Free

INFO: (805) 259-4394 or www.pcvf.org Solvang Salutes America Solvang’s annual Fourth of July parade is set to return to the tiny village that proudly calls itself the “Danish Capital of America” with a procession of floats, bands, “Viking” ships, and rare automobiles. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Solvang, the event carries a theme of “God Bless America” while the Grand Marshals will be honoring “The Professionals on the Frontline Keeping Us Safe.” The path will be more intimate this year, moving through downtown Solvang from its starting point at Alisal Road and Oak Street, travelling north to Copenhagen Drive, west on Copenhagen to 2nd Street, south on 2nd Street past the Solvang Festival Theatre, then east on Oak Street back to Alisal Road. Bands and a Rotary-sponsored food booth will greet guests in Solvang Park after the parade. WHEN: 11 am COST: Free INFO: www.cityofsolvang.com •MJ

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 Ffffft. Bang. BOOM! Repeat. The fireworks are back on West Beach. After a one-year hiatus, Santa Barbara will once again celebrate America’s Independence Day with a 20-minute fireworks display, reportedly to the tune of $55,000 worth of explosions, bright lights, flashy colors, streamers, and loud noises. There are no restrictions on social distancing for people who are fully vaccinated and face coverings are optional for those people who are fully vaccinated, so feel free to cuddle and smooch (but don’t bring your pooch) as the display lights up the harbor and Stearns Wharf. The fireworks are not only the focus of the city’s Fourth of July celebration — it’s the only event. There won’t be an afternoon/evening festival with stages full of live music and dance, nor food trucks and other vendors lining Cabrillo Boulevard, nor any special daytime activities on the pier. But hey, it’s a 20-minute-long pyrotechnics party purely for fun. Nothing wrong with that! WHEN: 9 pm WHERE: West Beach (West Cabrillo Blvd. between State and Castillo streets) COST: Free INFO: (805) 897-1962 or www.santabarbaraca.gov/july4

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DUE DATE & TIME: 07/02/2021 UNTIL 5:00 P.M. Bids must be submitted on forms supplied by the Santa Barbara Golf Club and in accordance with the specifications, terms and conditions contained therein. Bid packages containing all forms, specifications, terms and conditions may be obtained through email by contacting Santa Barbara Golf Club at 559-312-6270 or tthompson@courceco.com The Santa Barbara Golf Club has been contracted to run the City of Santa Barbara’s municipal golf course and is required to use all City of Santa Barbara purchasing guidelines. Those guidelines are available at the following City website: www.santabarbaraca.gov/business/bids/purchasing.asp or by contacting the Purchasing Office at (805) 564-5349. The City of Santa Barbara affirmatively assures that minority and disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of age (over 40), ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), national origin, race, religious belief, or sexual orientation in consideration of award. Published: 06/23/2021 and 06/30/2021 Montecito Journal

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The initial bidders’ list for all solicitations will be developed from registered vendors.

Bids must be submitted on forms supplied by the City of Santa Barbara and in accordance with the specifications, terms and conditions contained therein. Bid packages containing all forms, specifications, terms and conditions may be obtained electronically via PlanetBids. The City of Santa Barbara affirmatively assures that minority and disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of age (over 40), ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), national origin, race, religious belief, or sexual orientation in consideration of award. _______________________________ Published 6/30/2021 William Hornung, C.P.M. Montecito Journal General Services Manager

MONTECITO SANITARY DISTRICT NOTICE OF A HEARING TO CONTINUE THE PRACTICE OF COLLECTING MONTECITO SANITARY DISTRICT SEWER SERVICE CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at 2:00 p.m. on the 8th day of July 2021, a hearing will be held to enable the MONTECITO SANITARY DISTRICT Governing Board to hear any objections to the collection of annual sewer service charges by use of the County Tax roll rather than billing monthly or quarterly. This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom meetings (Meeting ID 837 2564 9720) pursuant to the State of California Executive Order No. N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020. Information for joining the meeting will be posted at the District office 72 hours prior to the meeting time at 1042 Monte Cristo Lane, Santa Barbara, and on the District’s website at www.montsan.org/meetings. A report, which will be available at the time of the hearing in the Office of the MONTECITO SANITARY DISTRICT, contains a description of each parcel (APN) of real property within the MONTECITO SANITARY DISTRICT to which sewer service is presently being rendered, and for which an application for service has been made to the District on or before June 30, 2021. The report also sets forth the charge to be made for sewer services to each of said parcels for the Fiscal Year 2021-22. The District has elected to collect sewer service charges by use of the County Tax Roll in previous fiscal years and is proposing to use the same procedure for collection in Fiscal Year 2021-22. Sewer service charges, which are placed on the County Tax Roll for collection will be due and payable in the same manner, and the same time, as general taxes appearing on the County Tax Roll. As set forth by Resolution No. 2021-932 Adopted by the Governing Board at its meeting on June 10, 2021 Published June 30, 2021 Montecito Journal

BID NO. 5904 DUE DATE & TIME: JULY 15, 2021 UNTIL 3:00 P.M. SUPPLY AND SERVICE PORTABLE RESTROOMS Bidders must be registered on the city of Santa Barbara’s PlanetBids portal in order to receive addendum notifications and to submit a bid. Go to PlanetBids for bid results and awards. It is the responsibility of the bidder to submit their bid with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the bid opening date and time. The receiving deadline is absolute. Allow time for technical difficulties, uploading, and unexpected delays. Late or incomplete Bid will not be accepted. If further information is needed, contact Jennifer Disney Dixon, Buyer II at (805) 564-5356 or email: jdisney@santabarbaraca.gov A pre-bid meeting will not be held. FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE ACT Contractor agrees in accordance with Section 1735 and 1777.6 of California Labor Code, and the California Fair Employment Practice Act (Sections 1410-1433) that in the hiring of common or skilled labor for the performance of any work under this contract or any subcontract hereunder, no contractor, material supplier or vendor shall, by reason of age (over 40), ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), national origin, race, religious belief, or sexual orientation, discriminate against any person who is qualified and available to perform the work to which such employment relates. The Contractor further agrees to be in compliance with the City of Santa Barbara’s Nondiscriminatory Employment Provisions as set forth in Chapter 9 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code. LIVING WAGE Any service purchase order contract issued as a result of this request for bids or quotes may be subject to the City’s Living Wage Ordinance No 5384, SBMC 9.128 and its implementing regulations. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE Contractor must submit to the contracted department within ten (10) calendar days of an order, AND PRIOR TO START OF WORK, certificates of Insurance naming the City of Santa Barbara as Additional Insured in accordance with the attached Insurance Requirements. _______________________________ Published 6/30/2021 William Hornung, C.P.M. Montecito Journal General Services Manager

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Riskin Partners, 1250 Coast Village Rd. Suite A, Santa Barbara CA 93108. Dina Landi, 525 Periwinkle Ln, Santa Barbara CA 93108. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 17, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001784. Published June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Price, Postel & Parma LLP, 200 E. Carrillo Street, Suite 400, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Douglas D. Rossi, 49 Canyon Acres, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. Craig Parton, 33 Langlo Terrace, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Cylde (Chip) E. Wullbrandt, 1950 Still Meadow Road, Ballard, CA 93463. Christopher Haskell, 105 La Vista Grande, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. Timothy E. Metzinger, 5770 Leeds Lane, Goleta, CA 93117. Todd Amspoker, 247 Morada Lane, Santa Barbara CA 93105. Mark Manion, 26 La Flecha Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Melissa Fassett, 1157 Edgemound Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Ian M. Fisher, 1354 Rialto Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Shereef Moharram, 602 Calle Rinconada, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Kristen M.R. Blabey, 6955 Cathedral Oaks Road, Goleta, CA 93117. Shannon D. Boyd, 1132 Highland Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 15, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy

of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001753. Published June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Janitorial Services, 232 West De La Guerra St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Manuel Dorado Arroyo, 232 West De La Guerra St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 21, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001820. Published June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: The Inspired Being, 2421 Shelby Street, Unit A, Summerland, CA 93067. Linda Dam, 2421 Shelby Street, Unit A, Summerland, CA 93067; Chelsea Rothert, 2962 Iroquois Dr., Thompson’s Station, TN, 37179. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 3, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001653. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JC Electric; JCE 303 W Arrellaga St. Apt 5, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. John Curulla, 303 W Arrellaga St. Apt 5, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. This statement was filed with the County

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Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 17, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001795. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Ceylon International Film Festival, 64 S Patterson Ave, 204, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. Ceylon International Film Festival Foundation, 64 S Patterson Ave, 204, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 16, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001763. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Brunello Cucinelli, 1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito, CA 93108. Brunello Cucinelli USA Inc., 466 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley, NY 10502. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 1, 2021. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2021-0001618. Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. 21CV01722. To all interested parties: Petitioner Anna Rezhko filed a petition with Superior

Court of California, County of Santa Barbara, for a decree changing name to Atlas Oleksandrivna Rezhko. The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two 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. Filed June 1, 2021 by Terri Chavez. Hearing date: July 13, 2021 at 10 am in Dept. 3, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. 21CV01965. To all interested parties: Petitioner Sophia Suzanne Gerthoffer filed a petition with Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara, for a decree changing name to Peach Diamond Gerthoffer. The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two 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. Filed June 3, 2021 by Terri Chavez. Hearing date: July 23, 2021 at 10 am in Dept. 4, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30

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Letters (Continued from page 11) NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PENDING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO: WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT THAT MAY BE APPEALED TO THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION AND APPROVE, CONDITIONALLY APPROVE, OR DENY THE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT This may affect your property. Please read. Notice is hereby given that an application for the project described below has been submitted to the Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department. This project requires the approval and issuance of a Coastal Development Permit by the Planning and Development Department. The development requested by this application is subject to appeal to the California Coastal Commission following final action by Santa Barbara County and therefore a public hearing on the application is normally required prior to any action to approve, conditionally approve or deny the application. However, in compliance with California Coastal Act Section 30624.9, the Director has determined that this project qualifies as minor development and therefore intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department within the 15 working days following the Date of Notice listed below. All requests for a hearing must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, to Katie Nall at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, by email at nallk@co.santa-barbara.ca.us, or by fax at (805) 568-2030. If a public hearing is requested, notice of such a hearing will be provided. WARNING: Failure by a person to request a public hearing may result in the loss of the person’s ability to appeal any action taken by Santa Barbara County on this Coastal Development Permit to the Montecito Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors and ultimately the California Coastal Commission. If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a Coastal Development Permit. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the Coastal Development Permit is approved, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Katie Nall at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, or by email at nallk@co.santa-barbara.ca.us, or by phone at (805) 884-8050. PROPOSAL: PACHULSKI ADDITION AND REMODEL PROJECT ADDRESS: 50 MIRAMAR AVE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108 1ST SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE DATE OF NOTICE: 6/29/2021 REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION DATE: 7/20/2021 PERMIT NUMBER: 21CDH-00000-00003 009-344-006 ZONING: 15-R-1 PROJECT AREA: 0.23

APPLICATION FILED: 1/13/2021

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Applicant: Britt Jewett Proposed Project: ADDITION OF 68 SF TO EXISTING DWELLING; INCREASE ROOF HEIGHT AND CHANGE PITCH; NEW EXTERIOR SIDING; DOOR AND WINDOW CHANGES APPEALS: The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this Coastal Development Permit 21CDH-00000-00003 may be appealed to the Montecito Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The written appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Coastal Development Permit. To qualify as an "aggrieved person" the appellant must have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so. Written appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department at either 123 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, 93101, or 624 West Foster Road, Suite C, Santa Maria, 93455, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non-business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day. This Coastal Development Permit may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after an appellant has exhausted all local appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal. For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Katie Nall. The application required to file an appeal may be viewed at or downloaded from: http://www.countyofsb.org/uploadedFiles/plndev/Content/Permitting/AppealSubReqAPP.pdf ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: http://www.countyofsb.org/plndev/permitting/planningprocess.sbc Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: http://www.countyofsb.org/plndev/home.sbc Publishes June 30, 2021 Montecito Journal

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• The Voice of the Village •

The county meets in person. The local news is in studio. The grocery stores have gone back to salad bars. Why do we have watch these meetings in such an antiquated way? Safety is always a top priority. That said, as a long-time citizen this format makes very little sense to me. The bookcases in the background are cute. But it’s time to go back to work. People who make our decisions need to have conversations with each other and with the public that need to be seen and heard. I’ve had more than enough of technical glitches as it makes it harder and harder to follow. If this is going to be permanent I for one will watch much less. Steven Marko

Systemic Racism ‘Fabric of American History’

According to former Vice President Mike Pence, “Critical Race Theory teaches children as young as kindergarten to be ashamed of their skin color.” Since this theory is only taught at the university level and almost exclusively at law schools, congratulations to those parents whose five-year-olds are matriculating at these institutions! Systemic racism is absolutely, positively, undoubtedly, woven into the fabric of American history. This is not even a theory, it’s a fact. It does not, in any way, encourage children, adolescents, or adults to hate themselves or their country. The enslavement of AfricanAmericans for more than 240 years, the Trail of Tears (aka: the Indian Removal Act), the internment of American citizens of Japanese descent during World War II, Jim Crow voter suppression laws, as well as many Republicans questioning the legitimacy of our first Black president are all parts of our history. Acknowledging this and trying to learn from it are acts of true patriotism. Denying this history would guarantee future generations being conceived in ignorance and born into a life of intellectual poverty. It is not Critical Race Theory which divides us. What divides us is the tedious drumbeat of historical revisionism. Only the unvarnished truth can unite us. That is what we should be teaching our children and grandchildren. As George Santayana wrote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” (The Life of Reason, 1905) Robert Baruch •MJ MONTECITO JOURNAL

Miscellany (Continued from page 18) mer California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, are shopping for a home in our rarefied enclave. The 42-year-old Guardians of the Galaxy star and his 31-year-old wife, who tied the knot at the San Ysidro Ranch in 2019, were spotted touring a $8.45 million Mediterraneanstyle mansion last month, just a week before the property went into escrow. The home near the Upper Village is larger than 5,000 square feet and offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms and two powder rooms, according to the New York Post. The one-acre lot, with views of the Pacific and Santa Ynez Mountains, also has a three-car garage, a saltwater swimming pool, landscaped gardens, and modern sculptures. The polo playing seller purchased the estate in January and made extensive renovations, but decided she needed a more “equestrian property” and placed it for sale in June at a $2.38 million markup, according to real estate broker Luke Ebbin of Compass.

A Furious Finish

The late Santa Barbara actor Paul Walker’s iconic orange Toyota Supra from the 2001 film The Fast and The Furious has sold for $550,000. The 1994 auto, built by the legendary Eddie Paul and his Shark Shop in El Segundo, was sold at a Las Vegas auction. It has a stock 2JZ-GTE engine and was prominently used for the film’s stunt work. Walker, who died a tragic car accident aged 40 in Valencia in 2013, also drove the orange auto in the 2003 sequel 2 Fast 2 Furious.

Feting Innovation

Eight organizations and individuals received South Coast Business & Technology Awards during a virtual ceremony. Now in their 27th year, the awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and success in the area’s business and technology sectors.

Proceeds from the event benefitted the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara. “As a direct result of sponsorship this year and last, we were able to award $325,000 in scholarships to area students,” says Barbara Robertson, president and CEO of the foundation. Since 2001 the event has generated almost $2.5 million in scholarships for students countywide. Janet Garufis, chairman of Montecito Bank & Trust, and Kirsten McLaughlin, market vice president of Cox Communications, were co-chairs, with honorees including Direct Relief, James Rogers of Appeal Sciences, Patricia Bragg Holdings, Sherry Villanueva of Acme Hospitality, William Parrish of Seek Thermal, and Nomas and Well Health.

To be Frank . . .

Farmers and Merchants Bank executive Frank Tabar is the new board president of the Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara.

Tabar, who joined the board two years ago, succeeds Rose Hodge, who has been with the organization for more than a decade and will continue to serve as a board member and in an executive advisory capacity. He has been with the Long Beachbased bank for nine years and is currently senior vice president and strategic risk and operating officer, with more than 35 years of experience in financial services, including positions with Santa Barbara Bank & Trust, and the Bank of the West.

Sightings

Kourtney Kardashian and drummer beau Travis Barker at the Rosewood Miramar... Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow and TV producer husband Brad Falchuk sipping smoothies at Pierre LaFond... ‘Sixties singer Peter Noone and wife, Mireille, noshing at the Belmond El Encanto. Pip! Pip! Be safe and get vaccinated.

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public policy issues facing the student community as well as the larger Isla Vista community and, they hope, the rest of Southern California. At the Jazz Coffeehouse events, students present their own original research, which engages with issues pertaining to students’ actual lives — such as the plight of undocumented students living in Isla Vista or gender-based violence in Isla Vista in the wake of the 2014 mass shooting. Stewart explains that throughout the five-year duration of the MacArthur Chair appointments, “we hope to position young people as knowledge creators and solution makers.” Stewart and Rios saw they had something special, bridging the gap between the arts and social justice. This is especially important for Stewart and Rios because they have found so many Black and Latinx youths feel disempowered by what is happening in the world, as well as by dominant narratives about Black people, Latinx people, and anti-immigrant sentiment. “How do we create engagement with the youth, so they feel like there’s a future?” Stewart asks. Stewart and Rios intend to use the resources and funds from the MacArthur Foundation Chairs to

by Lauren Clark

Inspired by Jazz, Pair of UCSB Professors Receive MacArthur Foundation Honor

azz really can change the world; at least two of UCSB’s most accomplished professors think so. Dr. Jeffrey Stewart and Dr. Victor Rios have just been named as the newest recipients of the MacArthur Foundation Chairs — the same prestigious foundation known for their “Genius Grants.” Stewart, a professor of Black Studies and winner of the 2018 National Book Award for Nonfiction and the 2019 Pulitzer Prize in Biography, and Rios, a professor of Sociology and winner of the Oliver Cromwell Cox Award, combined efforts to start a pop-up jazz club — called Jeffrey’s Jazz Coffeehouse — that both entertains and promotes intellectual exchange with young Black and Latinx people. Since October 2016, Stewart and Rios, along with Kim Yasuda, professor of Art at UCSB, all worked to create Jeffrey’s Jazz Coffeehouse, an initiative to both enlighten and edify UCSB students as well as the general population

of Isla Vista. The Jazz Coffeehouse emerged as a pop-up event at local eateries, featuring performances from jazz acts from as far as New Orleans, as well as visual art exhibits, spoken word, and other creative performances. Why jazz? As Stewart explains, he was inspired by how in a jazz club, people of different backgrounds and talents “work together to create something beautiful — an ephemeral kind of utopia. As we know, these clubs often don’t last. They go out of business. But it’s not about the property, it’s about the people.” With the resources granted by these MacArthur Foundation Chair appointments, Stewart and Rios will pursue scholarly research and programming stemming from their work on the Jazz Coffeehouse. The theme, “A New Eden in Southern California: Promoting Black and Brown Futures in Resilient Communities,” combines artistic performance with social justice and community engagement work to address

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expand Jeffrey’s Jazz Coffeehouse, as well as pursue programming and community engagement work that focuses on how the university can serve Black and Latinx youths in the local community. A big piece of this will include how UCSB students can participate and serve their communities back home, in areas such as South Los Angeles. “It is nice that we’ve got this modest endowment — we’ve got like $35,000 or $40,000 a year — but it’s not a great deal of money,” Stewart said. “It’s enough to get us started, but we want to go beyond having a conference or inviting some speakers in. We really want to have an impact. It’s nice to get the attention and the recognition of our peers, but we will need more substantial funding than what we have right now.” “We’re really thinking big,” said Rios. “We’re laying out a five-year plan, we’re laying out a 20-point plan of what we want to accomplish, and then based on the modest resources, we will prioritize what we want to get accomplished — we’ll reach out, and we’d like to establish a satellite to UCSB somewhere, maybe in South Los Angeles. “We’re thinking globally, acting locally.” •MJ

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keyboardist Brian Mann — who has previously coached or worked with all of the singers — and featuring guitar, bass, drums, and cello. Fittingly the Beatles themselves were barely older than the six young vocalists performing on Saturday. So, it also makes sense that the host for the 75-minute show is Ivor Davis, the Ventura-based journalist who got to know John, Paul, George and Ringo up close and personal when the then-West Coast correspondent for the London-based Daily Express was assigned to travel with The Beatles for the full month-plus of their first U.S. tour, which began two days after their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show in February 1964 that ultimately launched Beatlemania in America. Davis will share anecdotes from that iconic road trip in between medleys. Hopefully, there won’t be the sort of incessant screaming the band had to endure in 1964 when the half-dozen local young singers belt out selections from the Beatles’ songbook so the audience can hear such numbers as Hawkins’ solo rendition of “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” as a torch ballad, which promises to be a showstopper. Davis, whose book called The Beatles and Me came out on the tour’s 50th anniversary in 2014, talked about the experience during a rehearsal break at the New Vic last Sunday.

Block also pointed to something a little less public but vital to the zoo’s mission: its field conservation work that includes surveys for Southern sea otters, roundups and tagging of California condors, and on-site medical treatment for Channel Island foxes. The CEO also pointed to the placing of a pair of Western snowy plovers back on their perch at Coal Oil Point a day earlier. “The pandemic kept us from being very active in 2020, but we’re back full bore,” he said. “That was just two birds, but we have over a dozen that we’re going to release in another two to three weeks.” The fact that the zoo was able to both fully fund Australian Walkabout’s $3 million capital campaign and be ready to ramp up its operations quickly is a testament to the generosity of philanthropists in town, Block said. “It’s incredible that we were able to be so successful in that campaign in the midst of a pandemic. All across our community, people stepped up to help nonprofit organizations in a big way. They outdid themselves in making sure that all of our nonprofits had resources to get them through that really challenging time.” But while it’s too late to get your name on the Walkabout’s donor wall with a minimum $1,000 donation,

Q. You were there at the beginning of the Beatles in America. How is it to be on stage now sharing anecdotes with a new set of singers two generations later? A. It’s always a joy to work with young people because it’s amazing that they are singing the Beatles with such passion and joy half a century later. I do conventions and cruises

and I talk about my fun with the Beatles and young people come up to me after to talk about their music. It’s remarkable and I know the Beatles all feel the same way. You were on the road with the Beatles for close to six weeks. How well did you get to know them? I was there from start to finish. I was on their private jet every night, and riding in the second limo. We were all living in hotel rooms next door to each other, and they were trapped because it wasn’t safe for them to go outside. I became part of the family, and it was amazing. I’d just walk into the room and start talking with them. You’d never have that kind of access today. It was quite a journey because the crowds just kept growing and getting more and more wild. What were they like to be with off the stage? You have to remember they were very young, callow guys who were suddenly famous. Paul was always a charming schmoozer. John was provocative and he used to needle you. He loved to call me “Ivan The Terrible,” and when I corrected him he’d say, “Nope. You’re Ivan.” George was a bit reticent and didn’t say much. And Ringo was a nice guy. They were young men feeling their oats and they were charming, and they were nice, and I never saw them fight. But by the end they were a bit frustrated. John would say, “We never saw America. We saw hotel rooms and the inside of a jet.” He didn’t like all the girls screaming and drowning out the music. They couldn’t even hear themselves. He’d say “We’re like freaks in the circus and I don’t like it. I want them to hear our music.”

Why do you think the Beatles’ music has thrived for so long? It just still sounds totally fresh, even for new generations. And it’s so diverse. They started with bubblegum music and then all of a sudden when (producer) George Martin came in they suddenly became something entirely different and creative. You really can’t say that about anybody else. •MJ

there are still lots of ways to support the Santa Barbara Zoo and keep the animals active and healthy and visible to visitors, from cash donations that earn a certificate for as little as a $50 contribution to attending events on site. Old Spanish Days’ primo party known as Dignatarios at the Zoo is back, slated for Thursday, August 5. Tickets are already on sale for Zoofari Ball on August 28, and are going fast, Block said. “People are really excited about seeing a comeback, and it’s going to be great to have people be able to get out and socialize and enjoy a beautiful August night under the stars.” Booking a pandemic-postponed wedding or a personal post-pandemic party at the zoo’s bluff overlooking the Pacific also provides much-needed funds for the facility, and Block said the zoo is largely re-staffed to handle all accommodations. “And if you get inspired by our conservation programs you can support those animals directly or become a foster feeder and basically adopt any animal,” Block said. “The kangaroos and wallabies count, too.” •MJ FYI Location: 500 Ninos Way, Santa Barbara Contact: 805-962-5339 Website: www.sbzoo.org

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But that’s not the only impactful event in town — the Alzheimer’s Association has hosted “The Longest Day” in each of the last seven years. The day is a combination of a plethora of small fundraisers, from hours-long kayaking in the Channel to board games with dozens of your best friends. Leslie Schneiderman was the backbone of the latter, putting together a sold-out event at La Cumbre Country Club that featured Bridge and Mahjong, bringing in nearly $16,000 in one day. “Watching everybody hug each other for the first time and to be in that space playing together like they’ve always done — it was awesome,” said Sonya Branco, the Alzheimer’s Association’s director of development along the Central Coast. The organization has a goal of raising $82,000 through the Longest Day event cycle, already sitting at $56,000, with a deadline of August 31, 2021. The Longest Day acts as one of two annual fundraisers for the Alzheimer’s Association, with the other being its walk in the fall that normally nets close to $200,000. “It is essential that all families are aware of and have access to our services,” said Lindsey Leonard, executive director for Alzheimer’s Association. “In 2021, we project that we will be helping more than 3,000 individuals living along the Central Coast – an increase of more than 7% from last year.” Branco enjoys the inventiveness of Organized by Leslie Schneiderman and attended by dozens — including (from left) Diane Sullivan, April Theisens, and Sharon Bradford — the game day at La Cumbre Country Club raised nearly $16,000 as part of the Alzheimer’s Association’s “Longest Day” campaign

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but have a little bounce in her step as some three dozen community members entered the gates at La Casa de Maria on June 24. The facility’s director bounced from group to group as guests grabbed a name badge and talked about yesteryear at the popular 26-acre retreat that was predominantly destroyed by the 2018 Montecito Debris Flow. But, on this Thursday, that was a distant memory — there were four shovels with gold ribbons on them, marking the official start of groundbreaking on its ambitious rebuild slated for a potential 2023 reopening. While it will need $75 million in funds to complete the project, the first $1 million came from the California Wildlife Conservation Board, with the funds dogeared for a new underground cistern that will aid in the conservation of the steelhead trout in San Ysidro Creek, while also providing water for landscaping and its certified organic orchard. Plenty of political representatives were on hand, with Santa Barbara County First District Supervisor Das Williams in attendance, speaking to the example that La Casa de Maria was setting with its conservation efforts. “I hope that this will catch on. And that the community recognizes that pulling together an organization out of this kind of damage sometimes takes time,” Williams said. “La Casa de Maria is coming back and will do great things for the souls and the bod-

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money didn’t matter. “If you’ve got no money in your pocket, if you’ve got 10 cents in your pocket or 1,000 bucks, it doesn’t matter, it’s open to everyone,” Kim said. “I think my husband would be happy about that.” The goal of the camp, and the Cantin family, is to get the camp back open to more than 10,000 local youths, giving them an opportunity to put the pandemic behind them after 18 months. “Dave would be smiling from heaven, if we can make that happen,” Kim said. “Some of the schools that use the camp have nine out of 10 under the poverty level. Sometimes this is the only time they get to go outdoors and learn from a naturalist.” Gabe Sandoval, the principal at Cleveland Elementary, says that many students have never experienced nature — something missing for the past handful of sixth-grade classes that haven’t been able to make the trek. “[For] many of them, they had their first experience away from home. It’s a place where learning came to life beyond their books and the internet,” Sandoval said. For Kim, it also comes down to giving resilient sixth graders something to look forward this spring. “If we all could just give a few bucks, we can make sure the incoming sixth graders who had a pretty tough half of fourth grade and all of fifth grade, get a great sixth grade year,” Kim said. For those looking to donate or learn more, visit https://bit.ly/2UawRI2.

the Longest Day, as it combines fundraising with a personal connection to an activity. It’s also a testament to the caregivers that experience daily longest days — taking on the ongoing battle of trying to find treatment or a cure for California’s second-deadliest disease. “There’s no clocking in or clocking out when you’re caring for somebody with Alzheimer’s, and so that’s what the longest day is,” Branco said. To donate to Leslie’s fundraiser, visit https://bit.ly/3jifjV8. If you’d like to get involved with the Longest Day or the Alzheimer’s Walk, reach out to Sonya at sbranco@ alz.org. •MJ 01 – 08 July 2021

Coastal (Continued from page 10) impacts on Montecito, highlighted by the following three: • Short-term home rentals: The Coastal Zone and its use is under the purview of the Coastal Commission, and the Coastal Act makes it quite clear that the priority of the state is to make sure the coastline is accessible to all. Short-term rentals historically have allowed lower-income visitors to get a taste of our rarefied enclave without the long-term commitment to buying in the area. This policy has split Montecito into two, with coastline property owners able to rent out property, while inland owners are restricted. Santa Barbara County had put together an all-encompassing shortterm rental ordinance, but the Commission’s steadfast approach has put that plan on the backburner. “(The Coastal Commission) invalidated our ordinance in the coastal zone,” said Williams, who also pointed to parking issues on the coastal side as being controlled by the Commission. “That drew a line in the sand.” For Harmon, the standoff doesn’t sit well with her, but knows that the county will have to reintroduce its plans to reignite the conversation. “When we find ourselves just

entrenched in our corners, that doesn’t serve anybody, and so I get so frustrated by that,” Harmon said. “My job is to find compromise wherever possible.” • ADUs: For those that haven’t read Sharon Byrne’s “Montecito on the Move” columns, Accessory Dwelling Units have become a hot button issue, particularly as single-family home lots are bought and redeveloped into multi-family lots. Inherently, those homes are built vertically and have blocked out multi-million-dollar views for those that have previously invested in their little corner of Paradise. If building is happening in the Coastal Zone, the Commission will indeed play a role in those developments, although the state has clear laws that lay out the rules of play. “Our job as Coastal Commissioners is to follow the law, obviously primarily the Coastal Act, but other laws play into it as well,” Harmon said. • Sea-level rise plan: According to Harmon, Wright, and Williams, this is the most contentious issue along the coastline. The Commission has stated that it wants to implement the strictest of rules for any home built after 1977, the year the Coastal Act was passed. This plan could include moving

homes off the coast or adjusting rules as the years go on, forcing property owners to acquiesce. Santa Barbara County had a plan in place that was “bold,” according to Williams, with plenty of multi-million-dollar homes along the coast impacted. But it wasn’t enough for the Commission, according to Williams, as it wanted stricter rules in place. And the plan has been shelved as a byproduct. Pointing out the plethora of lawsuits that the county would face, Williams says that the “bloodbath” made the Commission’s demands not worth prioritizing.

“Instead of the Coastal Commission being happy and thinking, ‘Oh great, you know, this, this is something that other communities will be interested in.’ They said, ‘Sorry, we want the most,’” Williams explained. “They wanted worst case scenario, which will not cause us to take action anytime soon because we know it’s going to be a bloodbath.” Harmon says her priority over the next two years will be to get the county back on a path toward a sea-level rise plan. “There is nothing more important; we can’t wait for us to iron out a plan over years, we have to act now,” Harmon said. •MJ

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