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Audiologist enjoys helping with full range of hearing problems By Raiza Giorgi

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remarkable majority of audiologists are women, according to a survey by Data USA, which is no surprise for Melissa Alexander of Alexander Audiology in Solvang. She believes that since women are more nurturing by nature, it seems fitting that more women are entering the field. “It’s similar to nursing, where people come to you at their worst and we are there to help them fix their issues of hearing loss,” Alexander said. Alexander said that one patient came to her because he was having trouble sleeping, in a state of constant anxiety. She could tell by his facial expressions he was panicked. “I asked him the routine questions of history of hearing issues, and he said no. I asked if he was exposed to loud noises, he said no, and when I did the hearing test he had 70 percent hearing loss in both ears,” Alexander said. She said that his issue of hearing was cognitive and it should have been caught as a child. Somehow it never was, and in this patient’s mid-40s he learned how severely he was affected. “I fit him immediately with hearing aids, and you could literally see the anxiety wash away. He had been reading lips his entire life and not even realizing it. He came back a week later sleeping well, anxiety lifted. It was a great feeling for both of us,” she said. Alexander followed in the footsteps of her stepfather, who came to the Central Coast about 15 years ago to retire with her mother and opened a practice in Lompoc. “I spent a summer working with him while going to UCSB. I originally thought I wanted to be a lawyer, but after that summer helping people I realized my calling,” she said. She earned her doctorate from Rush Medical Center in Chicago and completed her

doctoral residency at West Coast Hearing and Balance in Thousand Oaks. Alexander also served on the Practice Compliance Committee of the American Academy of Audiology, and was instrumental in creating guidelines for federal regulations with compliance standards for audiology. She was the doctor of audiology at the House Ear Clinic in Santa Monica for more than five years. In addition to being a frequent lecturer at hospitals and community centers, she volunteers her time fitting Holocaust survivors with hearing aids at no cost and has a charitable program of no- or low-cost aids for those in need. Alexander opened her first practice in Santa Monica, but when her stepfather really decided to retire she took over his patients as well. “I love the valley and decided after seven years of seeing patients part-time I would open a full-time office,” she said. Alexander is a leading audiologist in the management of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and also helps patients overcome the stigma of hearing aids. “People don’t realize, but even just a little hearing loss can be a big factor in dementia as well as other issues from depression, paranoia, and if left untreated can lead to speech impediments,” she said. Since the valley includes rural areas where some of her patients are enthusiasts of shooting sports, she also promotes active-shooting ear plugs. “With those plugs you can hear normally, and Photo contributed Melissa Alexander found her career and her passion for helping the hearing-impaired after working in audiology during a college summer.

when you shoot it detects the sound and blocks the noise,” she said. Alexander said that her practice differs from other audiologists because she makes house calls, has weekend appointments and travels to take care of patients. For more information on Alexander Audiology, log onto www.alexanderaudiology.com or call 805-322-4522.

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series of evening classes on leadership for women in business will begin March 12 in Solvang as part of a partnership between the nonprofit Women’s Economic Ventures and the Buellton, Solvang and Santa Ynez chambers of commerce. A television commercial airing this month will promote the sessions, which are the first classes that the Santa Barbara-based WEV has conducted in the Santa Ynez Valley. “We really want to focus on growing women business owners in the valley and helping them succeed. The grant for the commercial was sponsored by WEV, and we are excited to host a program with them in the valley,” said Tracy Beard, executive director of the Solvang Chamber of Commerce. “All the chambers are partnering to put this course together and help our local businesswomen thrive.” The six-class program will be led by local BUSINESSWOMEN CONTINUED TO PAGE 27

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Fairpark board cancels County Fair poultry show Staff Report

Photo contributed David Gassaway will begin his new duties in Solvang on April 8.

Solvang City Council hires new city manager Staff Report

fter numerous closed sessions and multiple candidate interviews over a period of months, the Solvang City Council voted Feb. 25 to hire David Gassaway, the community development director for the city of Indian Wells, as Solvang’s new city manager. Gassaway will begin his five-year contract in Solvang on April 8. As community development director, Gassaway oversees the planning, building, code enforcement, housing and economic development activities of Indian Wells, according to the city’s staff report. Previously, he was the assistant to the city manager in Indian Wells from May 2014 to June 2016. Before that, he worked for five years with the city of Rancho Cordova in various administrative capacities and various operating departments until he was promoted to assistant to the city manager. Gassaway is a graduate of San Diego State University and holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University

of San Francisco. In addition to his degrees, he also holds a professional certificate in advanced public engagement from Pepperdine University. He is a member of the International City/ County Management Association (ICMS), the California City Management Foundation (CCMF), the Municipal Management Association of Southern California (MMASC) and the Alliance for Innovation. Gassaway will receive a base salary of $175,000, reimbursement of moving expenses up to $5,000, and other benefits consistent with other management-level positions within the city. The city will provide a five-year, interest-only home loan of $150,000 at 4 percent if Gassaway buys a residence within the city limits. The City Council had been searching for its next city manager since last summer, when former city manager Brad Vidro announced his intent to retire at the end of 2018. Retired Santa Maria city manager Rick Haydon has been serving as the city’s interim city manager since Vidro’s departure.

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o poultry will be shown at the Santa Barbara County Fair this year because of an outbreak of Virulent Newcastle Disease, a disease in birds that can be contracted by people. The decision was made Feb. 19 by the Santa Maria Fairpark Board as a precaution after a recommendation by the California State Veterinarian. It includes the turkey and chicken meat pen competitions as well as all breeding poultry competitions. The Santa Barbara County Fair is just one of many county fairs and poultry organizations that have canceled Southern California poultry shows. Santa Maria Fairpark CEO Richard Persons said the board decided to accept the recommendation now, before local youth bought poultry to show at the Santa Barbara County Fair in July. “The youth livestock program has always been at the heart of the Santa Barbara County Fair,” Persons said, “but in light

of the outbreak and the recommendation of the State Veterinarian, we felt it prudent to do our part to protect poultry production on the Central Coast.” Virulent Newcastle Disease is a highly contagious respiratory disease of poultry that spreads quickly. It is nearly always fatal to birds and can cause flu-like symptoms in humans. The current outbreak began in May 2018, and the disease has been identified in backyard flocks and commercial poultry operations in Southern California. More than 60,000 birds have been euthanized as a result. People who identify sick or dead poultry or wild birds should call the State Veterinarian’s sick-bird hotline at 866922-2472. Other livestock events are expected to proceed as usual during the Santa Barbara County Fair, which runs July 10-14 at the Santa Maria Fairpark. For more information, visit www.santamariafairpark.com or Facebook.

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BIA official reverses judge’s ruling, returns land to Chumash reservation By Janene Scully

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Bureau of Indian Affairs official has taken a step to protect property for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, two weeks after a federal judge overturned an earlier action to put the land called Camp 4 into trust for the tribe. Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs Tara Sweeney on Feb. 25 reaffirmed the 2017 decision to place the 1,400 acres making up Camp 4 into trust, and ensure the land will continue to be part of the tribe’s reservation. The action also rejected appeals to the environmental process that led to the decision to take the land into trust. “We are pleased with Assistant Secretary Sweeney’s decision to dismiss the 2014 appeals under her signature,” said Tribal Chairman Kenneth Kahn. “The 2017 decision was recently overturned on a technicality. There was never any concern about the merits of the application itself. “Assistant Secretary Sweeney’s swift action and subsequent signature confirms that,” Kahn added. This week’s action was the latest in a series of approvals and rejections regarding Camp 4 — for Chumash supporters and opponents in the Santa Ynez Valley and beyond. On Feb. 13, District Court Judge Stephen Wilson overturned a 2017 decision by the BIA to place Camp 4 into trust, calling the action unlawful. That lawsuit filed by property owner Anne (Nancy) Crawford-Hall claimed that the former official who signed the order in 2017 did not have the right to do so in the waning hours of the Obama administration. Sweeney, who was confirmed in 2018, re-analyzed the case and agreed with the earlier decision that appeals to the 2014 Notice of Decision are without merit, Chumash

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Photo contributed The latest ruling by the Bureau of Indian Affairs has put the Santa Ynez land known as Camp 4 back into the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ reservation.

officials said. Tribal leaders contend Sweeney’s decision and her signature satisfy the legal requirement established the judge. Santa Barbara-based attorney Barry Cappello, who represented defendants Crawford-Hall, San Lucas Ranch, LLC, and Holy Cow Performance Horses, LLC in the lawsuit against the federal government, disagreed. “This move by the assistant secretary simply is an act which ignores the specific wording of the judge’s order,” he said. “The matter is stayed until a final ruling by Judge Wilson. “We intend to be back in front of Judge Wilson so he can act on the environmental issues which are serious, and which the government has blatantly ignored despite Judge Wilsons specific directions,” Cappello added. In addition to calling the former official’s action unlawful, the federal judge said other

aspects of the challenge were “unripe,” but promised to revisit the matter after the BIA resolved the appeals. At the time, Wilson said he intended to place the case on the court’s inactive calendar. However, he told attorneys to notify him when the BIA issued a final action, saying he then would resolve any remaining causes of action from the lawsuit. U.S. attorneys alerted the court on Tuesday about the BIA action. The lawsuit also challenged whether the federal officials’ action violated the National Environmental Protection Act by failing to prepare an environmental impact statement on the housing project proposed for the land. Plaintiffs also contend federal officials failed to adequately address regulatory factors governing fee-to-trust acquisitions. The tribe purchased Camp 4 in 2010 and says it plans to build 143 housing units and a tribal administrative building while JUDGE CONTINUED TO PAGE 29

isitors who arrive in Santa Barbara by train are eligible for discounts on a wide range of entertainment and hotel accommodations in 2019 through a promotion organized by the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District. The Santa Barbara Car Free Project features specials on Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train tickets, bicycling, sailing cruises, wine tasting, dining, shopping, museum and zoo visits, as well as hotel savings. “Cars contribute significantly to air pollution, and visitors to our area can help improve air quality by taking the train into town instead of driving,” said Lyz Hoffman of the Air Pollution Control District, which coordinates the award-winning Car Free program. “It’s easy and relaxing to explore our area without your car.” Seer complete details at https://www. santabarbaracarfree.org/2019-car-free-experience/. The discounted train tickets must be purchase at https://www.santabarbaracarfree.org/train/. Santa Barbara Car Free, founded in 1998, is led by the Air Pollution Control District with more than 100 community partners. Get complete details at www.SantaBarbaraCarFree.org.

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Valley traffic study begins with guided bus tour 12 intersections examined on Highways 246, 154 By Casey Geier

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ore than 50 people recently took a bus tour of Santa Ynez Valley highways to help identify problems and suggest solutions in a preliminary phase of an official Santa Ynez Valley Traffic Circulation and Safety Study. The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG), in partnership with Caltrans and the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, is conducting the study to identify traffic circulation and safety improvements for motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians and other valley residents. “Having the community come out and give us their feedback on each location is instrumental on guiding how this study will go into the future and identifying what the priorities are for the community,” said SBCAG Executive Director Marjie Kirn. The tour on Feb. 19 gave participants the opportunity to focus on 12 designated areas on Highway 246 and Highway 154. Seven on Highway 246 were at Sycamore Drive in western Buellton, at the Albertsons parking lot, at Alisal Road, Alamo Pintado Road, Refugio Road, and Edison Road, and at the roundabout at Highway154. On Highway 154, in addition to the roundabout, the five locations were at Armour Ranch Road, a driveway to Camp 4, Baseline and Edison roads, Roblar Road, and Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. Participants, including local business owners,

Photo Contributed About 50 local residents participated in a bus tour along Highways 246 and 154 to identify problem areas and pitch possible solutions on Feb. 19.

government officials, and members of the Santa Ynez, Solvang, Buellton and Los Olivos chambers of commerce, made notes along the two-hour tour. Then they returned to Hotel Corque for a hosted lunch with a discussion about the problem areas they observed and possible solutions. The main changes that members of the tour voiced on the tour included adding bike lanes in Santa Ynez and Solvang, adding landscape medians in Buellton, adding a closer crosswalk between El Rancho Market and Santa Ynez Valley High School, improving sign visibility, and possibly adding roundabouts in several locations. The study is funded by a Caltrans grant of $300,000 and another $25,000 each from the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians and SBCAG “We want to make sure that we are applying standards in a way that serves the community in the best manner,” said Aileen K. Loe, Deputy District Director of Planning and Local Assistance at Caltrans.

“We’re a big part of this community, we’re not just a business owner,” said Chumash Tribal Chairman Kenneth Khan. “Our residents live on and off the reservation, so the traffic issues are very real for all of us.” SBCAG administers local, state and federal transportation funding for Santa Barbara County and its incorporated cities. The community feedback from the bus tour is the first of three steps in a process that is being led by Iteris, a Santa Ana-based consulting firm that bills itself as a “leader in applied informatics for transportation and agriculture.” The next two steps will include collecting traffic data after Highway 154 reopens, and then forming results from the analysis. These findings will be presented to the public in two upcoming workshops. As the process continues, SBCAG officials said, they will post all the relevant documents in draft form and issue press releases to announce opportunities for public comment. For more information, go to www.sbcag.org, email info@sbcag.org, or call 805-961-8900.

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By Pamela Dozois Contributing Writer

aura Roach is a young entrepreneur with a passion for viniculture. She is the owner and winemaker of Loubud Wines, which specializes in sparkling, rosé and pinot noir wines. “My grandmother read an article in her local newspaper about women in the wine industry. She noticed the article was about a winemaker whose ideas aligned with mine at the time. I’d just accepted an application to attend UC Davis, so I elected to take an introductory course in winemaking. It’s been an interest of mine since I was 19,” Roach said. “My professor was Hildegard Heyman from South Africa, and she really inspired me. The energy she exuded about the industry excited me, and I wanted to delve into it more,” she continued. In 2010, after graduating with a bachelor of science degree in viticulture and enology, she received a scholarship from the Confrerie des Chevaliers in Burgundy, France. “They awarded me and another student at Davis with a scholarship to work at a domain in Burgundy, France. I felt very fortunate that my first internship after graduating was in Burgundy. I worked at Domaine de la Vougeraie in Nuits-Saint-Georges, which focuses on pinot noir,” said Roach. “I was there for four months. That’s where I got my training in cellar operations, like barrel cleaning, tank cleaning — all the necessary preparations for wine receival. In the vineyard they had us assist at pulling secondary shoots, and opening up the canopies.” In order to expand her knowledge, Roach felt it necessary to work with different winemakers in different regions of the world with different grape varieties. “I’d saved some of my scholarship money, so in 2011 I went to South Africa to work another harvest internship at Vrede en Lust in Paarl, South Africa. I wanted to test my limits and really decide what varieties of grapes I wanted to focus on professionally. During that period I also worked at several different wineries both in Napa and abroad, which afforded me the opportunity of working with many gifted winemakers in order to perfect my own winemaking skills,” continued Roach. She decided to focus on pinot noir and char-

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Photos contributed After working with many other winemakers, Laura Roach created her own label, Loubud Wine.

donnay in a cool climate appellation, which led her to Sanford Winery in the Santa Ynez Valley. “In the summer of 2012, in order to keep learning, I felt I needed to stay at one winery for an extended period of time, to work with the same vineyard year after year to learn how to make better wine,” she said. “I was hired as the enologist and assistant winemaker at Sanford, where I continue to work. My curiosity was piqued about making sparkling wine in Santa Barbara County.” In 2013 Roach spearheaded Sanford’s sparkling wine program, which she said proved to be really successful and rewarding. “I wanted to continue to challenge myself as an individual, so I started Loubud Wines in 2015. I focused on the traditional method of making sparkling and rosé wines,” she said. Roach says she chose the name Loubud Wines because it is a shortened version of the nickname her father gave her when she was born, short for Loubedillia. As she got older the nickname was shortened to Loubud and now she’s just Bud to her family, and only her family. “The key person that allowed me to start making my own wine is Sandra Newman, the

Laura Roach enjoys making sparkling wines.

owner of Cebada Wine & Forbidden Fruit Orchards in Cebada Canyon in Lompoc. We met as members of the Santa Ynez Valley Bocce Ball League and we instantly bonded over the topic of sparkling wine-making. She inspired me as a female entrepreneur and opened up the opportunity for me to make wine in her location, which is ideal for making quality sparkling wines, and to purchase her beautiful

pinot noir grapes,” she continued. “2015 was my first vintage.” “The reason I really like making wine in the Santa Ynez Valley is that I am working alongside many of the original wine makers in this region. It’s so cool that they are still making wine after all these years,” she exclaimed. Roach was born and raised in Woodland. She attributes her appreciation and passion for working with the land to her maternal grandparents who owned several acres of farmland in Woodland, where they grew their own food and where she spent many happy weekends growing up. She now lives in Solvang with her boyfriend, Tyler Paris, who makes fermented honey wine called mead along with cider. “The support that I received not only from being the assistant wine maker at Sanford but from all the people that I met here in the Santa Ynez Valley is amazing. They encouraged me to start making my own wine. The community made me realize I would always have a group to fall back on that supported me in my passion for great winemaking,” she said. Roach sells her wines through her wine club and has a mailing list and a website where she can be found at www.loubudwines.com. She issues two shipments a year – rosé in the spring and sparkling in the fall. This year she will be releasing 2018 rosé pinot noir from Cebada Vineyards and 2018 sparkling brut rose. Loubud wines can also be purchased at Pico and Flatbread in Los Alamos; Scratch Kitchen in Lompoc; Community Craft in Los Olivos; Savoy Wines, Wine and Beer in the Public Market in Santa Barbara; and at French Laundry in Napa, among other locations. For a complete listing, visit www.loubudwines.com/ contact. For more information, email laura@loubudwines.com; call 530-401-7947; mail PO Box 855, Buellton, 93427; or follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

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Lucky Hen serves sensational sandwiches, cheeses and more By Pamela Dozois Contributing Writer

idden away in the eastern end of Santa Ynez is a delightful eatery, The Lucky Hen Larder. It serves artisan sandwiches that can be paired with a salad and offers patrons a large variety of fancy cheeses and deli meats along with a variety of unique house-made items. Cynthia Miranda and Alicia Valencia are co-owners of the business, which was established in February 2016. It is located in the Santa Ynez Mercantile Building at Sagunto Street and Meadowvale Road. Miranda has been in the restaurant business her whole life. Her family owned a restaurant and she subsequently earned a degree in hotel management from Northern Arizona University with an emphasis on entrepreneurship. She has been in the business for 25 years and has owned several restaurants, including at one time the Succulent Café in Solvang. “I lived in Santa Barbara but I was ready for a move,” said Miranda. “A previous colleague was opening a restaurant in the valley so I took the opportunity to move up to the Santa Ynez Valley in 2010.” “Alicia was introduced to me by a local rancher. She was looking for work at the Succulent Café and I said, ‘Come on in and we’ll find a spot for you’, and she blossomed,” said Miranda. “Alicia was fairly raw when she first started working at the café but she has such an amazing palate and a passion for creating unique and delicious food.” “I had been thinking about opening a sandwich shop in Santa Ynez when I heard that the Santa Ynez Cheese Company was up for sale and the spot it was in was available, I snapped it up,” Miranda said. “It took only two weeks to finalize

Photos by Pamela Dozois The Lucky Hen Larder in Santa Ynez offers sandwiches, a large variety of cheeses and assorted house-made condiments. everything.” The owners make their own focaccia bread for their sandwiches and make all the pastries. They offer fresh baguettes daily from Baker’s Table. They serve Good Seed coffee, from a local company that roasts their own coffee beans locally. Valencia also does the canning and bottling of house-made mustard, pickles, jams and chilipeach compote. “She does it as a labor of love and we can’t keep them on the shelves,” said Miranda. “We are excited to say that we have just completed an expansion of the eatery, which will add more indoor dining. We have a new expresso machine, and the larger space will allow us to offer more home-made pastries as well as the addition to the menu of grilled cheese sandwiches and home-made soups,” said Miranda. “We also plan on offering wine and beer in the near future and will be extending our hours.” “Everyone is excited to have us as part of the community,” she said. “They have been helping out with the expansion. It was previously a barber shop which was owned by Janis Bitney, who

Alicia Valencia (left) and Cynthia Miranda are the owners of The Lucky Hen Larder in Santa Ynez. recently retired.” The Lucky Hen Larder also does catering and lunch delivery for groups.

“One of our specialties is creating cheese and charcuterie displays. We carry 100 different cheeses in our display case in the store, which we go through fairly quickly,” she explained. “The charcuterie is gaining support from locals and visitors alike. We also serve a number of wineries that purchase our charcuterie and we customize for each of them, catering to their needs.” “We use the finest quality non-GMO products in our kitchen, which we source weekly from the Farmer’s Market. We also work in direct contact with local farmers. I’ve always believed that you start with a great product and end with a great product,” said Miranda. Staff members are Nick Collins and Alicia Valencia who work in the kitchen; Holly Griswald, Scott Flores and Ana Ruiz working in the front with customer service; and Stef Keenan assisting in the office with Miranda and filling in where needed. They also have a shop dog named Jackson, an American bulldog, “who is loved by all.” “We are so happy to have Cynthia doing business in our building because she is adding her own creative touch to the area. She is a very high-energy person and her little team puts it out there with quality,” said Brian Asselstine, the building’s owner. “I have been in this business my whole life,” Miranda said. “To me this iteration has been the most fluid. It has come together so serendipitously, it seems like the culmination of everything that I have done up to this point. It came together organically. So many people have come in to help, and it feels like a true expression of myself.” The Lucky Hen Larder at 1095 Meadowvale Road is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 805-6919448 or visit www.theluckyhenlarder.com.

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Bella Bridal provides gowns for weddings, proms, and parties Contributing Writer

or more than 30 years Maria Villegas has been making dreams come true, dressing brides for their wedding day. Even if your childhood dream wasn’t to walk down the aisle in a flowing white gown or to attend your senior prom as the belle of the ball, your wedding dress or prom formal gown will probably be one of the most photographed pieces of clothing you will ever buy. Villegas, the owner of Bella Bridal in Solvang, is the person who can make that moment memorable. “I started working at a bridal shop in Lancaster, California, in 1981 doing alterations. My first husband died suddenly of leukemia at age 30, leaving me with three children to raise, so I had to grow up fast in order to take care of myself and my children. Luckily I knew how to sew. I had been sewing since I was a little child, making dolls’ clothes and then making my own clothes as a teenager,” she said. “In no time, the owner of the shop, who was a very nice lady, asked me if I would like to work in the store and that’s where I learned the business. I opened up my own shop in 1989 and sold it after the death of my second husband. I needed a change and my sister lives in Santa Maria, so I decided to move to Solvang to be closer to her,” Villegas explained. “I moved from Lancaster to Solvang in 2016 and opened Bella

Bridal on Sept. 2.” Shortly after opening her bridal shop in Frederik’s Court, Villegas ran into some unforeseen problems. The building had been sold and was in need of extensive repairs. “The courtyard with the fountain was torn up and the new owners had to do some major repairs to the buildings as well. With all the dust and workmen and trucks it was difficult to run a bridal shop under those circumstances. So I had to find a part-time job. I work at the Chumash Casino, doing alterations on the men’s uniforms,” she said. Bridal shops are not like retail stores, she noted. She can work with a bride for up to a year, fitting dresses for the bride, bridesmaids, mother of the bride, and flower girls. “Some brides like to start early.” Villegas also sells her designer wedding dresses to people from San Jose, San Francisco, Texas, and as far away as England. She also carries a wide variety of prom dresses, formal gowns, and party attire along with some accessories and jewelry. “People come to Solvang for the day and notice there is a bridal shop in town and come into the store to have a look. I also carry a wide range of affordable prom dresses to accommodate local young women,” said Villegas. “I do all my own alterations. Don’t open a bridal shop if you aren’t a seamstress,” she advised. “It’s very hard for a bridal shop to survive these days due to the internet. That’s why you

Photo by Pamela Dozois Bella Bridal carries a wide variety of bridal and prom dresses, formal gowns, and party attire. have to know how to do alterations, because all dresses need to be fitted to conform to the individual body correctly.” Villegas said that making a dress from scratch is not cost-effective, so ordering a designer dress and then altering it to suit the bride is the best way to go. Designers have their own different laces, for example, and they keep a tight corner on them. “If I need to add sleeves to a dress, for example, I have to order the lace at the same time as I order the dress, and the companies make sure to only sell me a yard or so to make the alterations,” she explained. Villegas starts her day at 4 a.m. and works into the small hours of the morning. When she

is not altering clothes at the casino or dressing brides for their big day, her favorite pastime and hobby is making intricate Victorian lamp shades. “I love what I do and I get to meet such lovely people and help make their dreams come true,” said Villegas. ”But my favorite thing to do is make lamp shades and refurbishing old lamps to go along with the shades. I love to keep busy and I love to create. It’s my passion.” Bella Bridal is at 485 Alisal Road in Frederik’s Court in Solvang. Hours are 2 p.m. to 5 or 6 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and Sunday by appointment. For more information, call 805-686-0762.

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f you were starting over from scratch, what would you do differently with your business? If I was starting over I would have opened my own law practice long before I did, at the end of 2013. Deciding to become self-employed was the best employment decision I ever made. I love making decisions about my business and the best way for clients to achieve their goals regarding estate, probate and trust matters. How do you stay motivated? My personality type is strongly influenced by being a “type A” person and I always seem to be motivated to stay on top of projects and steps to reach goals. I do use detailed checklists to make sure that all actions are achieved before due. What is unique about the service you provide? I am one of 16 estate and trust specialist attorneys in Santa Barbara County who have received the specialty designation by the State Bar. The other 15 attorneys are in Santa Barbara, so I am the only attorney in northern Santa Barbara County with this designation. Because people seek a specialist to make sure their documents are up to date and created with the goal to identify and solve problems in advance, I am in a unique position to offer this specialty expertise. How did mentors influence your life? I was supported and encouraged by other attorneys in Santa Barbara to pursue specialty certification in estate and trust work. They answered questions and helped with motivation to take another full-day bar exam on the specialty subjects, and I have acted as mentor to other attorneys who have the desire to achieve this as well.

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Katie Erin Louria Zivic, Valerie Madeira, Valerie’s Vintage Hames-Wright attorney and Supply Co.

How long have you owned your business? Coast Plumbing Solutions was started over two years ago, Coast General Contractors is seven years old, and Coast Welding was just started in January 2019. How do you stay motivated? I have two little girls watching me. I want to show them that their mom can do whatever she puts her mind to, and they can choose any career path that interests them. Girls can help run a plumbing company! I also love what I do (oversee operations, financials, customer service, etc.), so I think that’s key to staying motivated in any line of work. What is unique about the service you provide? We have always prided ourselves in providing quality work with the utmost in professionalism. For example, our plumbers wear booties in our customers’ homes and bring their own mats to set their tools on to keep their work space clean and be respectful of customer’s homes. As a busy mom, it’s those simple things that make the most difference to me when I’ve invited someone inside to work within our home, and we want to offer the same to our customers. Our employees are all background-checked, wear uniforms and held to a high standard with their appearance, work and training, and it shows. How did mentors influence your life? My parents, Bill and Kathi Hames, were and continue to be mentors in my life. They have worked hard, have always taken care of their employees and provide great service to their customers. They have long-time customers whose working relationships span several years. Also my husband — he is very encouraging in supporting women in business and is consistently researching, reading and developing new business techniques. He inspires and supports me.

How long have you owned your business? One year. How do you stay motivated? Goals and task lists top my lists as motivators. These tools help me in the short term and long term. I envision where, professionally, I’d like to be at the end of the week. For example, my week goals include what projects I want to complete, calls I need to make, and people I’d like to connect with. For the long term, I plan my year-long goals and five-year goals. Having task lists keeps me on track to reach my goals. I get great joy from crossing items off my list and inventorying my progress as well as what areas need more attention. What is unique about the service you provide? My practice is focused on family law, estate planning and estate administration. These areas of the law are highly personal and emotional. My service is unique because I provide highly personalized attention when my clients need it most. How did mentors influence your life? One of the most important lessons I’ve learned from my mentors is that to gain success, you need to ignore the mindless chatter, forge ahead, and do your best work the way you do it best.

How long have you owned this business? I opened July 1, 2017. How do you stay motivated? I don’t need much motivation. It’s in my blood. My mother had an antique store when I was growing up, and we’ve been junkin’ ever since. I guess the “hunt” would be the best motivation. What is unique about the service you provide? When I opened my store I wanted to bring something to the valley that nobody else had. I’ve tried to keep the inventory very eclectic and interesting. Our inventory moves very quickly, so my amazing vendors in the store are so great about restocking weekly. I picked the best of the best when it came to choosing my vendors. My vendors come from Beverly Hills, Agoura Hills, Thousand Oaks, Santa Ynez Valley to Santa Maria. They bring product that nobody else has seen in the valley. I think that’s what sets us apart from other antique malls. How did mentors influence your life? My biggest mentor would be my father. He just passed away in December. He taught me to work hard and play hard … to be responsible, assertive and reliable in business and as a mother and a wife.

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How long have you owned this business? 13 years. How do you stay motivated? My customers, and the friendships I’ve made since I’ve been in business, are such a driving force in continuing with my store, and I love that I can bring my little guys to work with me. Hopefully, the customers don’t mind that part What is unique about the service you provide? I love that my store has a bit of everything. We’ve got you covered, whether it’s skincare

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Reagan and his BRAT were completely mismatched By John Baeke The Car Column

or 25 years, our much-loved President Ronald Reagan and wife Nancy enjoyed living at their secluded California estate, Rancho del Cielo, a picturesque 688-acre ranch sitting atop the Santa Ynez Mountain range. The unpretentious Reagan home, a 1,500-square-foot homestead adobe built in 1872, would serve as the Western White House. From there, the First Family and other VIPs including Margaret Thatcher, Mikhail Gorbachev and Queen Elizabeth could view the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley to the north and the majestic Channel Islands to the south. The grounds are covered with old-growth oaks and equestrian trails. Amid all this splendor, hiding like a hermit in the barn, is the president’s little brat — specifically, his 1978 Subaru BRAT. Subaru BRATs were whimsical if not odd when they first arrived from Japan, and they remain so today. Their best feature might have been their timing. Landing on U.S. shores during the oil embargo meant their svelte 2,000-pound weight gave them a m.p.g. advantage over all other light utility competitors. The front half of the BRAT was a car, Photo contributed but it barely had room for two adults. The One of the few times the lil’ BRAT has recently turned a wheel. back half was shaped like a pickup but barely had room for a bale of hay. In fact, the manufacturer called them neither car nor truck, but a “transporter.” You could bolt two plastic jump seats backwards in the truck bed for a scary ride, something we would not subject a dog to today. The BRAT had 4-wheel drive, suggesting it was built for off-roading, but with its very low clearance and toy-like tires, it likely could not pull through much more than an inch of snow. The tiny 91 c.i.d. motor was of “flat” 4-cylinder configuration, something once made popular by Porsche. Yet at only 67 horsepower, a mild headwind would likely cause it to stall. These motors were long on sound, short on punch. Photos contributed / Reagan Library The motor and spare tire were so small Two extremely rare images captured President Reagan and his dog, Victory, with his Subaru BRAT. that they were stacked together under the hood. The body had psychedelic disco-era stripes on each side. So, if you were a Redondo Beach surfer dude in the 1970s, the BRAT was perfect for you ... but for a future American president? I chuckle thinking how the lil’ BRAT must have struggled the first (and only?) time it was asked to climb to the Reagan Ranch atop rough Refugio Road. The lil’ BRAT was an oxymoron for all that we have come to admire about our 40th president. Ronald Reagan had movie-star good looks. On the silver-screen his character battled our Japanese enemy. In life, he was tall and muscular; a “real man’s man.” The Secret Service nickJohn Baeke photo Photo contributed / Reagan Library named him “Rawhide.” He could not be There was room for the tiny engine, spare tire and more under The only name ever registered to this BRAT was R. W. Reagan. intimidated or shaken. He loved hard, the hood of a BRAT.

physical work yet spoke softly. He was humble, not flashy. He was literally the most powerful man in the world. He was a red-blooded American patriot. The lil’ BRAT was, well, none of these things! It was during those frenetic years between Reagan’s California governorship and his U.S. presidency that personal advisors Richard Allen and Peter Hannaford gave the Subaru to their boss, a choice they may have later reconsidered. In the years to follow, the president was advised to always keep the lil’ BRAT hidden away from the hypercritical lens of the press; the optics of the two together, much too risky. Why these men did not select something more logical and American, like a Ford Bronco or Chevy El Camino, may never be known. In 1998, Nancy Reagan decided to say good-bye to Rancho del Cielo. Before selling the ranch, certain items were given away, including the lil’ BRAT. By that time, the car, err, truck, had fallen into disrepair. If not for its presidential provenance, the rusty car would have been declared worthless. Eventually, it found its way to a popular online auction company, and later into the appreciative hands of Marilyn Fisher, former ranch curator. She knew where the BRAT’s rightful place should be. The ranch was purchased by the Young America’s Foundation, whose mission is to preserve the legacy and promote the ideals of Ronald Reagan through tours and education. Today, YAF operates Rancho del Cielo and the Reagan Ranch Center in Santa Barbara (see www.ReaganRanch. YAF.org). In 2005, Subaru of America, with the generous help of many devoted Subaru BRAT owners (yes, they are out there) completely restored the president’s quirky lil’ BRAT to as-new condition. Not long thereafter, the car was given to YAF, who safely returned the president’s devoted lil’ BRAT to its original home inside the tack room at Rancho del Cielo. History suggests that only a few of our chief executives of the last century had personal affection for a particular car. In some odd way, these cars seem to personify the character of their presidential owners. FDR had a custom-bodied Packard-12; Truman, a plain Ford Tudor sedan; JFK, a splashy Thunderbird convertible; and Bill Clinton, a jaunty Mustang. To this short list, add Ronald Reagan’s 1978 Subaru BRAT, a most unlikely pairing of man and machine. However, considering the friendships President Reagan would famously develop with world leaders of a completely opposite nature, possibly his fondness for the unlikely lil’ BRAT makes complete sense.

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March events at Santa Ynez Valley Libraries From March 7 to April 15, local libraries will take part in the “In-N-Out Cover to Cover Reading program,” in which readers ages 4 to 12 can earn free burgers by reading. All events listed are free to the public. Many programs are funded by the Friends of the Library of Santa Ynez Valley and Buellton Friends of the Library.

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Thurs., Mar. 7: 10:30 -11:20 a.m.

“TED & Conversation”

Watch one or two short talks from the famous TED Talks series together, and share thoughts afterward. Participants choose the topic- bring a friend! Monthly on first Thursdays. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Sat., Mar. 9: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

“Paper Kites”

Make and decorate a working paper kitelearn about aerodynamics and kite design! A Maker’s program for children of all ages (those under 8 years old are welcome with an accompanying adult). All materials supplied, please register at SBPLibrary.org to reserve a spot. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Sat., Mar. 9: 3:00-4:30 p.m.

“Investors’ Roundtable”

Helping individual investors since 1995, the Investors’ Roundtable welcomes both novice and veteran investors to informal presentations and discussions. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Tues., Mar. 12: 6:00-7:30 p.m.

“B.Y.O. (Bring Your Own) Book Club”

A book club with no obligations, just great conversation. Meet up with Solvang library staff at the Wandering Dog to share what you’ve been reading with other library readers, and hear about their recent favorites. This month the focus is on memoirs of any kind. Sign up online at SBPLibrary.org. Wandering Dog Wine Bar, Solvang 1539 Mission Drive Wed. Mar. 13: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

“The Mythology of Wine with Arthur George”

Arthur George - mythologist, cultural historian, and winemaker - will explore the mythology of wine in various cultures over the ages. Santa Ynez Library is presenting this free lecture at the Carr Winery

tasting room in Santa Ynez: 3563 Numancia St. #101, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 805-688-5757 Fri., Mar 15: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

“Buellton Bookworms Book Club”

Join our monthly discussions! Copies of the book can be checked out from the service desk. Meets monthly on third Fridays. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115 Sat., Mar. 16: 12: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

“Duct Tape Crafting ”

A craft program for children ages 7-12 years old. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115 Sat., Mar. 16: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

“Coding Club”

Come learn about code, and what you can create! All ages welcome. Meets twice monthly, once at Buellton and once at Solvang. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Tue., Mar. 19 5:00 p.m.

Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Library of Santa Ynez Valley

Come hear about this active group and how they are supporting library service in the Solvang, Santa Ynez and Los Olivos Libraries. Stay afterward for a great lecture on library history Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Tue., Mar. 19: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

“History Alive: Jody Thomas is Frances Linn! “

Librarian Jody Thomas will present a fascinating first-person account of the woman who served as the director for the Santa Barbara Public Library from 1906 – 1943, and who was responsible for establishment of the many county branch libraries. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Sat., Mar. 23: 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

“Coding Club”

Come learn about code, and what you can create! All ages welcome. Meets twice monthly, once at Buellton and once at Solvang. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115 Sat., Mar. 23: 1:00 p.m.

“Saturday Movie”

Free matinee on the fourth Saturday of each month. Call us to find out what is showing. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Sat., Mar. 23: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

“Paper Kites”

Make and decorate a working paper kitelearn about aerodynamics and kite design! A Maker’s program for children of all ages (those under 8 years old are welcome with an accompanying adult). All materials supplied, please register at SBPLibrary.org to reserve a spot. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115 Sat., Mar. 30: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

“Dungeons and Dragons”

Learn the basics of this classic fantasy role-playing game from the knowledgeable staff of Metro Entertainment. Whether you are new to the game or already playing, this demo and playing session will help you get into the game. All ages welcome, best for ages 10 and older. Ages 8 and 9 are welcome with an accompanying adult. Please register online or by calling the library, space is limited. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Recurring programs: Every Monday, 11 a.m.,

“Preschool Storytime”

Bringing your preschooler to story time will help get them ready to read! Stay for a craft or play session afterward and make a new friend. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115 Every Tuesday, 10:30 a.m., “Preschool Storytime” Bringing your preschooler to story time will help get them ready to read! Stay for a craft or play session afterward and make a new friend. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214 Every Tuesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m.,

“One-on-One Tutoring: E and Audiobooks on your Mobile Device”

Drop in for a free 20 minute session with volunteer Bethany C., and start accessing the library’s free online materials. Bring your device (E-reader, tablet, laptop, or smartphone). Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

together. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Every Other Wednesday, March 13 & 27, 3:30-4:30 p.m.,

“Reading with Dogs”

Our Tail Waggin’ Tutors help young readers practice reading skills by reading aloud to the kindest, least judgmental listeners around. Drop in for a 10-15 minute individual session with a “tutor.” Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115 Every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m.,

“Reading with Dogs”

Our Tail Waggin’ Tutors help young readers practice reading skills by reading aloud to the kindest, least judgmental listeners around. Drop in for a 10-15 minute individual session with a “tutor.” Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

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Vernal Equinox celebrates rebirth each year

Holiday History By John Copeland

arch is a particularly tempestuous month. The Anglo Saxons called it “Hrethmonath,” which translates as “rough month.” The name referred to March’s blustery winds that often blow with a force unfelt all winter, and which make March a great month for kite flying and a common time for tornadoes to strike. During the Roman Empire, March’s winds often carried the sound of blaring war trumpets, as the Roman Legions went on the offensive at this time of year. In fact, March is named for Mars, the Roman god of war. And of course, Julius Caesar was killed in the Ides of March. But wind and war aside, March is really more about rebirth. On March 20, we celebrate the vernal, or spring, equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. Seasonal beginnings are determined by astronomical mechanics. The vernal equinox marks the moment the sun crosses the celestial

equator moving from south to north. It happens worldwide at the same instant. This year, it’s at 9:58 p.m. Universal Coordinated Time. In the Santa Ynez Valley, it will be at 2:58 p.m. However, there are different ideas about how to define seasons. Astronomers count the vernal equinox as the start of spring, which then ends on the summer solstice, when astronomical summer begins. Meteorologists, on the other hand, mark the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere three weeks before the vernal equinox, on March 1, and end it on May 31. We didn’t always understand that the timing of the equinoxes and solstices occurs as a product of Earth’s yearly orbit around the sun. Today, we know they relate to Earth’s 23.4-degree tilt on its axis and its motion in orbit. Because of the axial tilt, Earth’s Northern and Southern hemispheres each take a turn in the sun during the year, variously receiving the sun’s most direct light and warmth. Our biannual equinoxes happen when Earth’s axial tilt and its orbital location combine in such a way that the planet is tilted neither away from nor toward the sun, meaning both hemispheres

are illuminated equally. The word equinox derives from the Latin words aequus (equal) and nox (night). Hence, on the equinox, the length of day and night are also essentially equal, though the

equality is short-lived as the balance tips in favor of more daylight in the Northern Hemisphere in March and more in the Southern Hemisphere in September. On the first day of spring, we are halfway between the winter solstice and the summer solstice — 89 days from each. However, there are 94 days between the summer solstice and the autumn equinox. This imbalance arises because Earth does not orbit the sun at a constant speed, so the seasons are not equal in length. I don’t know about you, but I prefer a longer summer than a longer winter. Curiously, the equinoxes themselves are not fixed in time. They occur about six hours later every year, equaling one full day every four years, an offset that is reset with each leap year. Our calendar is good, but not perfect. To our forebears, watching the sunrise or

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gazing at the moon and stars were sources of mystery but also of continuity, as they used celestial movements to mark time. In the millennia before automobiles, electric lights, televisions, computer tablets, smartphones and clocks, our sky-watching ancestors recognized that the sun’s path across the sky, the length of daylight, and the location of the sunrise and sunset all shifted throughout the year. The shifts signaled the start of the growing season or the onset of winter, for example. The ability to predict the seasons was key to survival in ancient times. Researchers have discovered that many cultures around the world constructed sites that were astronomically aligned on either the equinoxes or the solstices. In Europe, many of the prehistoric Neolithic monuments, standing stones and stone circles like Stonehenge are in tune with the equinoxes, aligned with either the rising sun or rising moon. It is probably no coincidence that early Egyptians built the Great Sphinx to directly face the rising sun on the vernal equinox. On the spring equinox, many ancient cultures celebrated the start of the new year. Just as dawn is the time of new light, our ancestors considered the vernal equinox the time of new life. For many cultures, the spring equinox signaled the return of weather that favored the planting of new crops, and for this reason, humans have associated the spring equinox with our ability to perpetuate ourselves. It is understandable why we have chosen to celebrate such a momentous occasion, and why it has come to represent “rebirth” in a variety of contexts.

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Los Alamos Senior Center seeking new members By Pamela Dozois Contributing Writer

he Los Alamos Valley Senior Center is a gem that is apparently hiding in plain sight. “Our biggest problem is getting the word out to the community that we are here and there is a lot happening at the center, not only for seniors, but the community at large. We need people to join the center. We need new members,” said Sandee Adams, a board member who has been a volunteer at the center for 30 years. “For some strange reason, people don’t seem to know we’re here or what we offer to the community. We’ve tried everything possible to let people know, posting flyers at the post office and on Facebook about what’s happening at the center, but people seem to be under the impression that it’s just for old folks.” “It’s not just a center for seniors, it’s here for the entire community, and we would love to see more Los Alamos residents make use of the facility and what we have to offer,” said Kathy Christoferson, past president and a volunteer. The Los Alamos Valley Senior Center is an all-volunteer nonprofit community group. It was the dream of Marie Steen, who set up a trust for the center along with Anita Robbins, who helped organize the fundraising efforts, which took several years, and Shirley English, who wrote the grant applications for the center. The center broke ground on May 12, 1989, and a dedication ceremony inside the 3,200-square-foot center was held on April 29, 1990. The center offers a painting group for beginners or seasoned artists on Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. If you want to acquire some expert knowledge

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from seasoned artists, the volunteers are there to help. There’s a sewing, quilting and crafting gathering on Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. Bring what you are working on and join the group, or if you need help with a project there are people there who can help. There’s a Women’s Bible Study Class on Thursday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Friday night movies once a month; Spanish classes from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays through April; and pot-luck dinners with bingo on the last Thursday of every month, where visitors can socialize with friends and neighbors. The center also offers a Bingo and Silent Auction fundraiser on March 15 and October 16t; a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner on March 17, a town-wide Garage Sale and

Pancake Breakfast on May 18; a rummage sale on Aug. 10-11, a Chicken Poop Bingo during Old Days on Sept. 27; two quilting retreats a year, a Christmas Dinner, and a “When You Wish Upon A Star” Christmas Party in conjunction with the Men’s Club, to name a few. The center is trying to raise community interest in establishing craft classes, sewing, knitting and crochet classes (young people are urged to come and learn), yoga and tai chi classes, and field trips to various places of interest and, tentatively, a Fathers’ Day Breakfast and a Mother’s Day Tea. “If you have any specific areas of interest that you would like to see the Senior Center provide, please let us know. We are open to all suggestions,” said Adams.

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Retail trade leads Solvang industries By Kenneth Harwood

Economist, Solvang Chamber of Commerce

etail trade is the heart of important industries in Solvang. Other leading industries are health care and social assistance, accommodation and food services, and manufacturing. Here is a look at yearly sales or receipts of four industries. Three levels of sales or receipts appear. Retail trade is a clear leader at $70 million. The next level includes health care and social assistance ($45 million), and accommodation and food services ($43 million). Manufacturing is at the third level, with $23 million of shipments. The top three industries produce services, while manufacturing produces goods. Examples of manufacturing in Solvang are baking and printing. Few people think of Solvang as a producer of manufactured goods. Factory smokestacks and industrial grime are not in the landscape. Solvang is a popular destination for visitors. Travel and tourism as an industry encompasses other industries, including traveler accommodations, passenger air transportation, all other transportation-related commodities, food

Sadie James Lewis was born at 9:41 p.m. on Nov. 1, 2018, in Santa Barbara to parents Travis and Perla Lewis of Solvang. Sadie weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her maternal grandparents are Andres and Hilda Navarro of Solvang, and paternal grandparents are Jim and Tish Lewis of Santa Barbara.

Wyatt Irwin Wyatt Phillip Irwin was born on Dec. 1, 2018, in Santa Barbara to parents Shawn and Maria Irwin of Los Alamos. Wyatt joins big sister Dixie Rose.

Carter Rozhko services and drinking places, recreation and entertainment, and shopping. The U.S. Census of Business does not report on travel and tourism as an industry. A census of business is conducted by the Census Bureau every five years. The census

of 2012 is the latest, with that of 2017 to be published soon. To see results from the Census of Business of 2012, go online to U.S. Census Bureau Quick Facts: Solvang city, California.

Carter Richard Rozhko was born at 1:58 a.m. on Jan. 11, 2019, in Santa Barbara to parents Richard and Brooke Rozhko of Buellton. Carter weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces and was 22 inches long. He joins big sister Ellie Marie, 2; maternal grandparents Kimberly and Gino Stabile; and paternal grandparents Nonna and Alex Rozhko.

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Teach children to be safe riders and pedestrians By Cottage Health Contributed

Photos contributed Shown from left to right are Alex Nourse, Bob Nourse, Mary Werft, Ron Werft, Leslie Ridley-Tree, Betsy Turner, and Marshall “Chip” Turner.

Tiara Ball raises funds for critical-care services Staff Report

eavy rain and the closure of Highway 101 did not dampen the spirits of the more than 430 guests who braved the elements on Feb. 2 to attend Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation’s Tiara Ball at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara. The popular black-tie gala raised more than $508,000 to benefit emergency, trauma and critical-care services at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Organized by a 15-member committee of community volunteers and hospital staff, the event transformed the resort ballroom with giant suspended lampshades, a glamorous red and gold color-theme, and an abundance of white floral arrangements. Alexandra Nourse chaired the event, also known as The Party of the Year, for the third consecutive year. She was among the speakers at the evening’s program along with Greg Faulkner, the new chairman of the Cottage Health Board of Directors; and Ron Werft, president and chief executive officer of Cottage Health. “The events of last year reinforced the critical importance of foresight, planning, and readiness to respond to larger, community-wide emergencies,” Werft said. He thanked the crowd for their support of Cottage through the Tiara Ball or other forms of giving, which have helped to rebuild critical care units, enabled the hospital to purchase

Guests enjoyed themselves at the fundraising Tiara Ball.

life-saving technology and provided training to physicians, nurses and caregiving teams. A video featuring a former patient, Neil Myers, who suffered critical injuries in a cycling accident last August and was cared for at Cottage, was previewed at the event. The video illustrated Mr. Myers’ remarkable resilience and recovery and the extraordinary medical team that worked together to help him get back on his bicycle - and back to his family and his life. Many of Mr. Myers’ Cottage caregivers attended the event, which provided for a heartfelt reunion with him and his wife, Leigh Since 2005, the Tiara Ball has raised funds to improve the lives of thousands of adults and children who are critically ill or injured. Proceeds from the 2019 Tiara Ball will be specifically designated to help build “the Emergency Department of the future” at Cottage.

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laying outdoors is good for everyone, but children need to be taught how to play safely whether they are riding their bikes, skateboarding, crossing the street or on the playground. Here is a brief checklist for parents to consider:

emergency rooms for skateboard-related injuries, which range from mild to life-threatening. Every skater should wear a helmet, and wrist guards, knee pads and elbow pads are a good idea for everyone. Mouth guards are also good protection against broken teeth. Streets should be off-limits: most in-line skating fatalities involve collisions with motor vehicles.

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Wearing a helmet is the best protection from head injuries and can even save a child’s life. A helmet is considered safe if it has a sticker inside or if the box states that it was certified by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Never buy or use a second-hand helmet. It may be too old to protect your child’s head or it may have been weakened in a prior crash. Always take the child to the store when purchasing a helmet to ensure proper fit. For more information, go to www. safekids.org and search for “helmet fit test.” And parents should be good role models by always wearing a helmet while riding a bike. Cottage Trauma Services can provide helmets at little or no cost for those who can’t afford them. Call 805-569-7521 to learn more.

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Teenagers are now the most at-risk group for pedestrian injuries. Make sure they are not distracted with hand-held devices or headphones while walking. They should be concentrating on their surroundings to make sure they’re safe while walking. Teach younger children to always look left, right and left again before crossing a street to make sure a car is not coming. Children shouldn’t walk alone or cross the street by themselves until they are at least 10 years old. Teach children the meanings of traffic signs and signals, and emphasize that they should always use a crosswalk, even if it means having to walk down the street to reach one. Teach children to make eye contact with drivers prior to crossing in front of them to make sure the drivers see them.

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Make full use of city directories, county histories, maps By Sheila Benedict Genealogy Tips

his month we will concentrate on three great resources: city directories, county histories, and maps. What the directories and histories, and in many cases the maps, have in common is that they place a family in a particular place and at a particular time. City directories were published long before there were telephone books and, in fact, there are still some cities or counties that publish both. The same could be said about county histories. Both can be found online at many free and paid sites as well as in university, public, private historical, and genealogical libraries. Bear in mind that the directories and histories are usually put together months or even a year before publication. City directories can track a family year after year and often there is amazing information within the line item. There could be a death date, a note that someone has moved, a woman’s name without the husband’s but the word “widow,” which gives a timeframe when the husband died. Just in case it was a family that separated and the word “widow” is not used, keep looking, as his name might appear elsewhere with different information. County histories are important because most, if not all, of the little biographies were written by the person or persons listed. Granted, some information tends to be embellished, there is usually some important birth, marriage, and family information that can lead to family

records. Also, it is not unusual to see a small map printed within the history and that can give insight into where their exact locale might have been. There is every reason to use the directories and histories in conjunction with maps, such as when county and state lines had boundary changes, a fact that can give you a clue where records would be located. There are assessor’s parcel maps, topographic, Bureau of Land Management patents with maps, atlases, gazetteers, census maps, and of course, in our technology age there is Google Earth, GPS, and other online resources. City directories, county histories, and maps are a triple combination worth using in locating those very important original records. An update to the February column: If you live in or near Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society is an affiliate library for the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah. In that capacity, they have access to some of the restricted microfilm and files that are available only there or at their family history centers. If it is not possible to travel, check out their website for the address, open hours, and more at https://sbgen.org. There are also family history centers in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura that you could visit as well. You can find their open hours on their websites. Help with your research might be closer than you thought.

Free nutrition classes begin March 8 at hospital Staff Report

he community is invited to attend free nutrition and diabetes education classes during March, April and May at Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, 2050 Viborg Road in Solvang. Led by SYVCH Clinical Dietitian Stacey Bailey, the classes from 11 a.m. to noon encourage and support healthy eating habits and diabetes management for people of all ages and are held in the hospital’s conference room (enter through the Physicians’ Clinic). No RSVP is required, and participants can bring their own lunch to eat during the

class. Bailey joined Cottage Health in August 2011 and provides both inpatient and outpatient dietary management and counseling services, and helps in the formulation of meal and menu planning for Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital. The first spring class on March 8 focuses on portion control. One-on-one nutrition sessions with Bailey are also available with a doctor’s referral. For more information, call her directly at 805-694-2351.

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‘The Wolves’ examines teens’ hearts and minds at PCPA Staff Report

club soccer team of nine high school girls with distinct personalities navigate big questions and wage tiny battles with the fervent exuberance of a pack of adolescent warriors and show what it takes to make The Wolves a winning team. PCPA’s production of Sara DeLappe’s play “The Wolves” runs in the Severson Theatre on Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus from March 7 to 24. The play was a 2017 finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in drama after it premiered in 2016 and received the American Playwriting Foundation’s inaugural Relentless Award and a 2017 Obie Award. It was nominated by Outer Critics Circle for Best Play/Emerging Playwright. “The Wolves” is directed by Karin Hendricks with Scenic Design by Jason Bolen, Costume Design by Robin Newell, Lighting Design by Tim Thistleton, and Sound Design by Elisabeth Weidner. The Stage Manager is Christine Collins. The cast is composed of PCPA’s Conservatory acting students along with Resident Artists Katie Fuchs-Wackowski as 25, and Kitty Balay as Soccer Mom. (All team members are referred to by their jersey number.) Hendricks calls “The Wolves” an extraordinary piece of writing about a group of teenage women whose voices and points of view often go disregarded. “This is the kind of play my colleagues and I have never seen before, which is one of the reasons why it is getting so much attention in the theatrical community. It is also a story that celebrates teenage women and focuses on their relationships with each other, as opposed to focusing on their relationships with men.” These characters are defined by their interests and their physical strength, their emotional strength, and their intellectual strength. The audience is invited to take a glimpse into the world of these teenage women as they face issues of envy, kindness, activism, sexual awakening, self-discovery, self-loathing, social faux pas, eating disorders, mental health,

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uthor Mark Humpal will speak and sign copies of “Ray Stanford Strong, West Coast Landscape Artist,” at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 9, at the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature. Photo contributed Author Mark Humpal This event coincides with the main gallery exhibit “Ray Strong, A Collectors Passion,” which is on display through July 8. Humpal is an art historian, independent curator and gallerist in Portland, Oregon. He is the coauthor, with Margaret E. Bullock, of “Coast to Cascades: C. C. McKim’s Impressionist Vision,” and his articles on Oregon artists have appeared in the Oregon Historical Quarterly and other journals. “Ray Stanford Strong, West Coast Landscape Artist,” featuring more than 100 color and black-and-white illustrations, is the first comprehensive exploration of Strong’s life and artistry. Through family papers, archives, photographs, and a two-year series of interviews conducted with the artist personally, Humpal traces Strong’s journey from his childhood on an Oregon berry farm to his artistically formative years in New York and San Francisco. By expanding our understanding and appreciation of Strong’s artistic contributions, the book offers a fitting tribute to one of America’s finest landscape artists. To purchase tickets, visit wildlingmuseum. org and select “Programs and Events,” go to the museum on Mission Drive in Solvang, or call 805-686-8315. Walk-ins on the day of the talk are welcome, but space is limited so advance purchase is recommended.

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Scotty McCreery to kick off 45th anniversary season

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Country music star and American Idol winner Scotty McCreery will make his debut appearance at Solvang Festival Theater at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 27, in a fundraising concert to kick off the nonprofit theater’s 45th anniversary season. With his third album, 2018’s “Seasons Change” (plus a chart-topping Christmas record), the 25-year-old McCreery co-wrote all 11 songs on the album. After winning Season Ten of American Idol in 2011, McCreery made history when he became the youngest male artist of any genre, and the first country music artist ever, to have his debut album enter at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. “Clear as Day” was certified platinum for sales of one million units in just 13 weeks, and it became the best-selling solo album released by a country artist in 2011. The singles “I Love You This Big” and “The Trouble with Girls” were also certified platinum. He won the New Artist of the Year award at both the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards and the American Country Awards, and received the CMT Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year for “The Trouble with Girls.” For more information, call Executive Director Mary Ann Norbom at 805-686-1789. For tickets, visit www.solvangfestivaltheater. org.

Kathryn Wrench elected to Theaterfest board Kathryn Wrench of Los Olivos has joined the Solvang Theaterfest board of directors. Raised on an avocado ranch in Ventura in a family that adored the arts, Wrench graduated from Occidental Photo contributed College with an A.B. Kathryn Wrench degree in history and minor in political science. Her professional career took her through sales with the Xerox Corporation and San Diego Magazine. For several years she was a fundraiser for Duke University Medical Center Children’s Hospital, where she gained experience in special events, nonprofit event

planning and public relations. In Santa Barbara, she participated on the Peabody Charter School Foundation Board, Santa Barbara High School Theatre Arts Foundation, and was active in National Charity League. Wrench and her husband, Dr. John Wrench, moved to the Santa Ynez Valley three years ago. They are parents of two grown children. Solvang Theaterfest is the nonprofit corporation that owns, maintains and operates Solvang Festival Theater. For more information, email Solvang Theaterfest Executive Director Mary Ann Norbom at exec.director@solvangtheaterfest.org.

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Buellton Historical Society to host presentation March 13 Staff Report

he public is invited to the Buellton Historical Society’s free presentation with flight-related movies at 7 p.m. March 13 at Pea Soup Andersen’s Restaurant in Buellton. Local resident Rudy Henderson will share 16 mm footage from the early 1940s of World War II pilots training at Lone Pine Airport in the Owens Valley, where he grew up. Also shown will be movies related to George P. Putnam, the famous publisher and author who was the husband of Amelia Earhart, and whose books are available through the local library system.

This free presentation is one in a series being sponsored by the Buellton Historical Society. Past presentations have featured local genealogist Karen Harris sharing history from the pages of the Santa Ynez Valley News and Henderson making a presentation on “The Wedding of the Waters.” Also available at the March 13 presentation will be updates on the next series of historical plaques the Historical Society is developing to place in the community. Light refreshments will be provided. For information about the Buellton Historical Society, call Patty FitzGerald at 805-688-8437.

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NCL members, from left, Keegan Hawkins, Ryan Melville, Michaela Horvath, Lexi Hemming, Malia Loos and Marina Vengel pose with the blankets they donated.

Theater receives donation from National Charity League When the Santa Ynez Valley chapter of the National Charity League voted to make a $250 donation to Solvang Festival Theater, members decided to use the money to purchase new blankets to supplement the theater’s dwindling rental-blanket inventory. On Feb.19, six of the 11th-grade members, along with their advisor Lynne Hemming, presented the theater with 16 bright red fleece blankets. There to accept the gift were several members of the Solvang Theaterfest Board of Directors and House Manager Brittany Mullenary. With 70,000 members nationwide, NCL brings mothers and their high school-age daughters together for educational and cultural pursuits, and volunteer activities. Solvang Festival Theater is an approved nonprofit for the local chapter, with many of the members volunteering as Red Coat ushers, working at plays, concerts, and other special events. “We were going to have to buy new blankets for this coming season, so this donation is extremely welcome,” said Solvang Theaterfest Executive Director Mary Ann Norbom. ”Red Coat volunteers are critical to our operation. To have these NCL girls add to their philanthropy by donating these wonderful new blankets, is so very much appreciated,” she said. Solvang Theaterfest is the 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation that owns and operates Solvang Festival Theater. For more information about Solvang Festival Theater, visit www.solvangfestivaltheater.org.

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Flourless chocolate cake is decadent dessert By Vida Gustafson Contributing Writer

his cake is decadent and indulgent. The good news is, you probably only need a small slice! It bakes up to a velvety smooth texture with a lightly crunchy outside crust, and if you spring for high-quality baking chocolate you will be rewarded with superior flavor. There’s very little work and lot of reward in this recipe, so it’s a keeper.

Ingredients

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Preheat the oven to 375°. Butter an 8-inch round cake tin and line the bottom with greaseproof paper. Fill a medium size saucepan halfway with tap water, and set over a medium-high flame to bring to a simmer. Turn it down to low once you see some bubbles rolling. Put the chocolate chips and butter in a heatproof mixing bowl and set it over the boiling water. Find a bowl that will nestle without touching the bottom of the saucepan but won’t sit precariously. This method of melting your chocolate is gentle and will prevent burnt or seized ingredients. If you’re sure of your microwaving skills, you can do this step in the microwave. Once the chocolate gets shiny and the butter is melted, stir it until it’s smooth. Transfer this to a larger mixing bowl and stir in the sugar, salt, vanilla, and coffee/ espresso powder. Coffee adds depth to the chocolate flavor, so you can use more or less, according to your own taste. Sift in the cocoa powder, add the eggs and mix to combine. Pour the batter into the baking pan and

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Garagiste Festival draws a crowd

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he Garagiste Wine Festival returned Feb. 8-10 to the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall, where more than 40 winemakers from Santa Barbara County and across California poured more than 150 wines over three days of

events for hundreds of attendees. Launched in Paso Robles in 2011, the festival features the wines of small commercial “garagiste” winemakers who make fewer than 1,500 cases annually. The Garagiste Festival stages events across California, including in Solvang, Sonoma, Los Angeles and Paso Robles.

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bake for approximately 25 minutes. Let cool for at least 5 minutes before turning out, upside down, onto a serving plate. The crunchy top will now be the bottom. Let cool completely. When the cake is cool, set the cream and another cup of chocolate chips over the boiling water again. I used half milk chocolate and half semisweet for my glaze, just to make it more palatable to my kids. Once the chocolate starts to melt, re-

move it from the heat and continue to stir until it’s glossy and smooth. Pour carefully over the cooled cake. Now you can play around by adding orange zest, coconut or even more chocolate shavings to really make it yours and special to the ones you’re sharing it with. The glaze will take an hour or two to set completely. For clean slices, just warm up a knife by putting it in hot water for a minute.

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Photo contributed There will be chili and samples from more than 25 wineries, craft breweries and spirit companies.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Wine and Chili Festival Staff Report

eople may want to wear green to the sixth annual Buellton Wine & Chili Festival because this year it will be held on St. Patrick’s Day — Sunday, March 17. The festival from noon to 4:30 p.m. at Flying Flags RV Resort in Buellton will celebrate local wines and craft breweries while festival-goers can face off at the chili cookoff to see who makes the best chili in town. There will be chili and samples from more than 25 wineries, craft breweries and spirit companies. Visitors can also enjoy playing bocce, table tennis and cornhole. The festival highlight is the community chili cook-off, open to all local businesses and residents. Attendees can try chili and salsa made by some of the best local chefs and restaurants, all competing to take home prizes for the best chili and homemade salsa.

Live entertainment will be provided by Noble Grizwald and The Rincons. Based in Ventura, Noble Grizwald is a group that plays everything from upbeat indie to psychedelic journeys akin to Pink Floyd, with roots in country and folk in the great American tradition. The Rincons, also known as the Dusty Jugz, are a local favorite in Buellton. When they play rock, they’re The Rincons, and when they play country, they’re the Dusty Jugz. General admission costs $45 for those 21 and older; $20 for ages 13-20; and $10 for children 12 and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance Transportation options include the Brew Bus, which will be doing pickups in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Santa Maria and Lompoc. For more information and to buy tickets, visit www.buelltonwineandchilifestival.com.

Tickets on sale for ‘Taste of Solvang’ weekend Staff Report

he 27th annual Taste of Solvang will offer food and wine events full of delicious delights and savory flavors from Friday through Sunday, March 15-17. The popular celebration features a variety of food and beverage experiences featuring Solvang area chefs, bakers, farmers, winemakers, brewers, distillers and artisans showcasing the bounty of the region since 1993. Included are iconic sweets and award-winning wines, beers, and spirits in addition to cuisine ranging from farm-totable and rustic wine country dishes to New American and modern Danish fare. The signature Taste of Solvang Weekend Pass for $115 includes tickets to Friday’s Sip & Savor with VIP Early Entry, Saturday’s Culinary Tasting Trail and Saturday and Sunday’s Wine & Beer Walk, as well as a souvenir wine glass, maps and tote bag. Tickets for individual events also available à la carte. All events will be held rain or shine, and tickets are non-refundable. The 2019 Taste of Solvang is presented by the Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau, produced by Cultivate Events with sponsorship support from the Chumash

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Pirate Garage car show set for March 16

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he sixth annual Pirate Garage Car Show, a vital fundraiser for the Pirate Garage Club, will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School. The show will feature many vehicles displayed by their local owners, as well as sales of raffle tickets, food, and Pirate merchandise. The Pirate Garage Club supports SYHS students who are passionate about anything and everything on wheels while teaching career skills such as public relations, philanthropy and management, as well as mechanical skills. “The kids have such a big part in putting it together, and it’s a really great family and community event,” said Mindi Christian, the high school staff member in charge of Regional Occupational (ROP) and Career Technical Education (CTE) programs. The club also has a successful racing team that competes in the National SkillsUSA competition, which seeks to “empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens,” according to its website. Pirate mechanics have placed often in regionals and won state championships in 2016. This success of the event is owed not

Youth track meet set for March 24 at SYHS Staff Report

T File photo Tom Berry checks out the classic cars at Santa Ynez High School during last year’s Pirate Garage Show.

only to the students but to Rob Hill, the SYVUHS auto shop instructor and Pirate Garage Club supervisor, Christian said. “He relates to his students and their love of racing and mechanics, and he credits his own high school auto shop program with

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The third annual Santa Ynez Valley Condor Classic Youth Track Meet will be held on Sunday, March 24, at Santa Ynez High School. The meet is open to the first 500 registrants, from kindergarten through eighth grade. The fee is $15 per athlete and pre-registration is mandatory by 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 20. Track clubs, schools and unattached youth athletes are invited to participate. Athletes will be allowed to participate in up to four events plus relays. The event is a ASATF Developmental Sanctioned Meet, but it is not a Junior Olympic qualifying meet, organizers noted.

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Deadline near for hospital auxiliary scholarships Staff Report

ocal students who want to pursue studies and careers in a medical or health-related field are eligible for $3,000 scholarships offered annually by the Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Auxiliary and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation. Applications for 2019 scholarships are being accepted through March 15. In 2018, $15,000 in scholarships was presented to five honorees. Applicants must live in the Santa Ynez Valley; be currently in or planning to enter a medical or health-related field with a letter of acceptance to an accredited college or university; submit a one-page typed essay articulating academic goals and future professional plans; and provide at least one letter from a volunteer supervisor verifying community service. High school applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and college applicants must have a

minimum GPA of 3.0. Scholarships are made possible by SYVCH Auxiliary fundraising efforts; as well as The Ann Bertero Scholarship Fund and the Jean Pack Scholarship Fund administered by the SYVCH Foundation. The scholarship application form and complete instructions can be found at www. cottagehealth.org/syvch. Scholarship winners will be contacted in early April and will be invited to attend and accept their scholarship checks at the annual SYVCH Auxiliary Thank You Picnic in late April. Founded in 1962, the SYVCH Auxiliary is an all-volunteer organization providing more than 18,000 service hours annually to the hospital. For more information about volunteering with the auxiliary, call Martine Surey at 805-6919509 or email msurey@sbch.org.

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Hancock seeks volunteers for bond oversight panel

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ancock College is seeking volunteers for its Measure I Citizens’ Oversight Committee. As required by law, the committee provides oversight to ensure that Measure I bond revenues are spent only for authorized purposes. To be considered for appointment, applicants are required to complete an application form, meet stated qualifications and have both a strong sense of civic responsibility and an active interest in community college education. The oversight committee formed in November 2006 after the June 2006 passage of Measure I, the $180 million bond measure approved by voters to implement a capital improvement program for Hancock. The committee has six open positions: two student positions; one position each from a business organization, a senior organization, and the county

taxpayers association; and one community at-large member. “We have been fortunate to have an excellent group of committed citizens who take seriously their oversight role,” said Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers. “The Measure I funding is helping to transform Allan Hancock College, and this committee is important to ensure the public is informed and involved in the process.” Upon recommendation by Walthers, and confirmation by the Hancock board of trustees, the new members will serve one- or two-year terms, with the opportunity to renew their term once. Citizens’ Oversight Committee meetings are held twice a year. The online application is available at https://www.hancockcollege.edu/measurei/citizens-oversight.php. A printed form is available by calling the president’s office at 1-805-922-6966, ext. 3454.

Celebrating Joe McCollum

Joseph David McCollum died from complications of amyloidosis on Sunday, February 17, at his home in Solvang. Joe was born at St. Francis Hospital in Santa Barbara on August 26, 1964, to his parents, Doc and Grace Casale McCollum. Joe was raised in Carpinteria along with his siblings Sheryl, John, and Daniel. Joe graduated from Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo with a degree in agricultural business. He had various careers, working in actuarial science, teaching, sales, and, most recently, at a wastewater treatment plant. Joe married Heather Claire Mullins in 1990 and had two sons, Austin and Dillon. Joe enjoyed coaching his boys in soccer and baseball. He built a batting cage at their home and planted an acre of lawn to give his teams extra practice time. From childhood, Joe was passionate about horses. Whether it was team penning, team sorting, trail riding, or training, every day spent with horses was a good day, and Joe had lots of good days. He was a long-time member of the Valley Penning Association and recently had

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business coach Patty DeDominic and WEV instructor Nicki Parr. Classes will continue through August with discussions about visions and values, resilience, “money mindset,” communication and marketing, and time mastery. All sessions will meet from 5:15 to 7 p.m. in the banquet room of the Landsby Hotel at 1576 Mission Drive in Solvang. The course is free for any chamber member in the valley and $10 for others. DeDominic founded PDQ Personnel Services Inc. and later acquired CT Engineering, which grew into a powerhouse staffing agency. She sold those businesses in 2006 and she now operates DeDominic & Associates, a specialized business consulting firm that offers professional services to enterprise builders and philanthropists. She serves on the board of the Solvang Chamber of Commerce and many nonprofits, including SCORE and the Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce. She is also a co-founder of the International Women’s Festival. Parr is trained in forensic accounting and fraud-risk management. She has more than

20 years in business finance and operations. “It’s exciting to bring a program to the valley and promote women in business, which we hope will help a lot of businesswomen,” Parr said. In the past five years WEV has provided more than $2 million in loans and helped start or expand more than 1,400 small businesses. It has helped clients create 1,584 local jobs and an estimated $10.1 million in tax revenue for the local and state economies, WEV leaders said. The nonprofit organization reports a success rate of 93 percent of their clients still in business, and 53 percent of those with high annual household incomes. Some 82 percent of their clients have moved out of poverty levels, according to WEV’s 2018 annual report. “Any businesswomen in the valley should consider coming to this to further their goals,” Beard said. To sign up, call the Solvang Chamber at 805-688-0701 or send email to solvangchamber@solvangcc.com. For more information on WEV, log onto www.wevonline.org or call 805-965-6073.

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anta Ynez Valley resident Cynthia Manigault has joined the board of trustees of the Rona Barrett Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing and wellness services for the elderly poor. Manigault has spent more than 40 years specializing in psychiatric nursing. Prior to her current position as Nurse Educator for Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, she held leadership roles at New York University and Colombia Presbyterian/Psychiatric Institute in New York City, as well as at UCLA-Neuropsychiatric Institute in Los Angeles. In addition, she is the CEO and owner of Manigault & Associates LLC, a software development company with a focus on the healthcare industry. “With her extensive background in the medical field,” said Rona Barrett, founder and CEO of the Rona Barrett Foundation, “Cynthia Manigault will be a valuable addition to our board. As our nonprofit continues to explore additional health-related services for low-income seniors, her insights and knowledge will be tremendous assets.”

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“We want this facility to be used more,” said Christoferson. The Los Alamos Senior Center is also a “Designated Emergency Shelter” and lends out wheelchairs, medical equipment such as walkers, canes and crutches to those in need of assistance. They also rent out the facility for parties and meetings with full kitchen facilities. The center also houses a small library and information center, a canned food section, and a sitting area with a huge flat screen television and a full kitchen. The center also acts as a produce distribution center for those in need of fresh fruit and vegetables on the second Wednesday of every month from 3 to 4 p.m. “The center welcomes all valley residents to join in the variety of events that are happening all year long. We are an outreach to the community,” said Christoferson. “There are people who really need this place and we just want them to

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protecting the vast majority of the property as agricultural land or environmental open space. “We are working tirelessly to provide housing for our membership,” Kahn said.. “We have one of the smallest reservations in the state at only 144 acres. Our small land base allows for only 17 percent of our families to live on the current reservation. “Housing on Camp 4 will allow our membership to come home to our ancestral land, live together and continue to thrive culturally.”

“So many elderly women and men have touched my life over the years,” Manigault said. “Whether a grandparent or dear friend, their experiences and valuable contributions have always been of interest to me. Personal bonds are the inspiration for my wanting to become directly involved with the Rona Barrett Foundation and its work on behalf of seniors in their time of need. Like so many others, I’ve been impressed with the foundation’s efforts to develop and build the Golden Inn & Village, the affordable independent living campus for low-income seniors.” The Golden Inn & Village, a joint affordable housing development with the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Barbara and the Rona Barrett Foundation, opened its doors to more than 65 senior citizen residents in December 2016. During the first two years, a host of wellness services, including a meal program, have been offered to residents at no cost. A resident of Santa Ynez Valley since 1996, Manigault has also volunteered with the Los Olivos Elementary PTA, Santa Ynez Valley High School Site Council, Arts Outreach and People Helping People.

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Share your #SYVibes know it’s here for them.” The center recently did a search for funding to hire a part-time director to do office work, oversee the running of the facility and, most importantly, to write grants. “We are all volunteers at the center and sometimes it just gets too much for us to handle,” said Christoferson. “Having an administrative director would be a great help.” “There is a lot of love in this place and we want to share that with the community,” she added. The Los Alamos Valley Senior Center is at 690 Bell St. Yearly membership for people 50 years or older is $15, but you don’t have to be a member to join in the numerous activities. For more information, call Sheryl Woods, president of The Los Alamos Valley Senior and Community Center, at 805-344-4561, email LAVSC@yahoo.com or follow them on Facebook. There are two routes to getting land placed into federal trust for a tribe, and Chumash leaders have pursued both. In addition to the administrative avenue, land can be placed in trust through a legislative approach. In January, Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a Republican from Northern California, and Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, co-sponsored H.R. 317, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Land Affirmation Act of 2019. Noozhawk North County editor Janene Scully can be reached at jscully@noozhawk.com.

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Comedian Chris D’Elia Tickets on to perform March 8 sale now for 3 summer shows S Staff Report

tand-up comedian, actor, writer and podcast host Chris D’Elia will bring his Follow the Leader Tour to the Chumash Casino Resort’s Samala Showroom at 8 p.m. Friday, March 8. D’Elia is best known for his roles in chart-topping NBC sitcoms such as “Whitney,” “Undateable” and “The Good Doctor.” He began acting in high school in Los Angeles, and had some guest parts on CBS’s medical drama “Chicago Hope.” In 2006, at the age of 25, he decided to explore stand-up comedy and hasn’t stopped since. In the past 13 years, D’Elia has been featured on Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham” and “Comedy

Central Presents,” and Showtime’s “Live Nude Comedy.” Tickets are $29, $39, $49, $54 and $59, available at the casino or at www.chumashcasino.com.

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Santa Ynez Valley Star!

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ickets are on sale for three upcoming concerts at the Chumash Casino Resort featuring Trace Adkins, Vice Ganda and a collection of 1980s-era pop stars. Vice Ganda, a popular comedian, singer and TV host from the Philippines, will perform locally for the first time at 8 p.m. Friday, May 3. Tickets are $69, $74, $79, $89 and $99. Country music star Trace Adkins brings his Don’t Stop Tour to the casino at 8 p.m. Friday, July 12. Tickets are $49, $59, $69, $74 and $79. Then the “Lost ’80s Live Tour” arrives at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. The show will feature Missing Persons, A Flock of Seagulls, Wang Chung, The Vapors, The Escape Club, John Parr, Bow Wow Wow, Real Life, Boys Don’t Cry and When in Rome UK members Farrington and Mann.

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March 5 & 6

Corazon on Catalina Island, and Camp Taylor in Modesto. All three camps provide a medically supervised summer camping experiences for children with severe congenital heart defects who have often undergone multiple cardiac surgeries. For registration and more info log onto www.bikescor.com, email bikeice@aol.com or call 530-584-9655.

beer tastings – unique experiential culinary weekend featuring Solvang farmers, chefs, bakers, winemakers, brewers, distillers, and artisans showcasing the bounty of Santa Barbara wine country set amidst our quaint Danish town. Log onto www.solvangusa.com/taste-ofsolvang/ for tickets and more info.

Joffrey Ballet - 8 p.m. at the Granada Theatre - Among America’s premier ballet companies, Chicago-based Joffrey Ballet returns with two spellbinding nights of cutting-edge programs. For more info and tickets log onto www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.

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Women Winemakers Dinner - 5:30 - 9:30 at K’Syrah Event Center 478 4th Place Solvang. In celebration of International Women’s Day this event will benefit the Women’s Fund of Northern Santa Barbara County. Tickets are available at www.womenwinemakersdinner2019.eventbrite.com.

Mountainfilm on Tour Kids’ Showcase - 3 p.m. at UCSB Campbell Hall - Mountainfilm’s fun, engaging playlist features outstanding, entertaining short films sourced from the festival in Telluride. It’s a six-senses experience of art, adventure, culture and the environment in one eclectic and exciting program. For more info and tickets log onto www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu. Santa Barbara Youth Symphony Concert - 4 - 6 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre - Santa Barbara Youth Symphony brings together 70-80 of the top musicians, ages 12-18 for an incredible musical performance. For more info and tickets log onto www.lobero.org.

March 12 Corks for Kids - 6 - 9 p.m. at Hotel Corque - Join the United Boys and Girls Club for a fun filled evening of casino-style games, wine tasting, heavy appetizers, and great prizes! Free child-care is available at our Buellton location from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. by professionally trained staff. For tickets and more info log on to https://ubgc.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2019CorksforKids/ Registration/tabid/1013990/Default.aspx. Chris D’Elia - 8 p.m. at the Chumash Casino - The versatile comedian has performed in movies, TV shows and even podcasts. The comedian is known for his roles in NBC’s Undateable and Whitney, hosting his own podcast, Congratulations with Chris D’Elia, and his multiple standup specials, including Man on Fire on Netflix. Tickets are available at www.chumashcasino.com.

March 9

Solvang Century and Half Century - 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. start and finish at the SYV Marriott Hotel. The funds raised go to Camp Bon Couer in Louisiana, Camp del

Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Board of Education meeting - 4 p.m. in the administration building. Log onto www.syvuhsd.org for the agenda.

March 14

74th annual SB International Orchid Show - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Earl Warren Showgrounds - One of the grandest celebrations of orchids in the country the 2019 show will be themed “Orchid Magic. Log onto www. sborchidshow.com for tickets and more info.

SYHS Pirate Garage Car Show - 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the high school. The show will feature many vehicles displayed by their owners in the community, as well as sales of raffle tickets, food, and Pirate merchandise in a casual atmosphere. To hear more about the Pirate Garage Club or more info on the show, email Hill at rhill@syvuhsd.org. SYV Clean Team - 8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - Meets rain or shine at Alisal Road at the entrance to Alisal Ranch to clean to Nojoqui Falls Park. Kids welcome for this event, all supplies are included just show up. Contact Bill Connell at wconnell@ connellandersen.com for more info.

March 17

St. Patrick’s Day Buellton WIne and Chili Festival - 12 - 4:30 p.m. at Flying Flags RV Resort in Buellton - Sample from over 25 wineries, craft breweries and spirit companies! Show up hungry and try some chili and salsa made by some of the best local chefs, and restaurants, competing to take home prizes for the best chili and homemade salsa! For tickets and reservations log onto www.buelltonwineandchilifestival.com.

Continuing Events Every Monday

Yoga, 9 a.m.; Arthritis Exercise Class, 10:15 a.m.; Arts and Crafts every third Monday; Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Carrizo Plain Tour - 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Join the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art and the Wildling Art Museum for a tour of the Carrizo Plan and Soda Lake with local artist John Iwerks. Transportation and administration services are provided by Buellton and Solvang Parks and Recreation.

March 15 - 17

Taste of Solvang - The 27th annual Taste of Solvang, delicious delights and savory flavors, plus wine &

Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Visit www.themavsaloon.com. SYV We Support the Troops – 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Volunteer to pack care packages on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang. 805-245-4951.

March 16

Wellness Wednesday — 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. BEMER technology informational meeting. Ascend Acupuncture, 254 East Highway 246, Suite C, Buellton. For more information, call 805-259-7462.

Two-Step Dance Lessons – 6:30 p.m.; 8 p.m. - Industry Night and Karaoke Party.

Every Wednesday

SYV Clean Team - 8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - Meets rain or shine in Los Alamos at Bell Street to clean Drum Canyon Road to Dierberg/Star Lane Winery. No kids for this event. All supplies are included; just show up. Contact Bill Connell at wconnell@connellandersen.com for more info.

March 10

Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. at Solvang Library.

Junior Tennis - 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. from Jan. 14 - Feb 11 at Jonata School tennis courts. Have fun while learning the fundamentals of tennis with Coach Paul Smith. Bring your own racquet or borrow one of a limited supply. Max 10 spaces and cost is $25 per student. Sign up online at buelltonrec.com or call 688-1086. Gymnastics - K-5th Graders, 1:40 - 2:30pm, cost $96; Ages 3-5, 2:30 - 3:05pm, cost $90. from Jan. 28 - March 11 at Oak Valley Elementary multipurpose room. Great for building confidence, strength, and flexibility. Sign up online at buelltonrec.com or call 688-1086.

Art Class, 9 a.m.; Book Club, 10 a.m. (call first); Bingo, 1 p.m.: Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Knit and Crochet - 1 p.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571. Health Hearts Grief Support Group – 2-4 p.m. Santa Ynez Valley Presbyterian Church, 1825 Alamo Pintado Road. Free. To R.S.V.P. call 805-693-0244. Solvang Farmers Market - 2:30-6:30 p.m., First Street between Mission Drive and Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. Crafternoons – 3:45-5:45 p.m. Arts Outreach, 2948 Nojoqui Ave. Suite 9, Los Olivos. $10/child; 805-6889533.

Every Thursday

Sideways Inn Local’s Night Specials - 5 p.m.- 8 p.m., 114 East Highway 246, Buellton; 805-691-8088. Chair Exercises - 10 a.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571. Arthritis Exercise Class, 10:15 a.m.; Mah Jongg, Noon; Basic Cartooning, 1 p.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Brain Injury Survivors of Santa Ynez Valley - Noon-2 p.m., Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang. Jodi House Brain Injury Support Center offers a support group for brain injury survivors and caregivers; www.jodihouse.org.

Every Friday

Nutrition Classes - 11 a.m. - SYV Cottage Hospital Conference Room - Instruction Stacey Bailey is a dietician and offers weekly courses in various topics. For more information call 805-694-2351. Bring your lunch and talk nutrition. Tai Chi, 9:15 a.m.; Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.; Pilates – 10:15 a.m.; Ukulele 11:15 a.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Bingo - 1 p.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571.

Every Saturday

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk – 10-11:30 a.m.; 805-6884515 or www.sbparks.org.

Divorce Care Recovery Seminar and Support Group – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy Library, 891 N. Refugio Road, Santa Ynez; Louise Kolbert at 805-688-5171.

Junior Rangers Program – 12:30-1:30 p.m. Neal Taylor Nature Center, 2265 Hwy-154, Santa Barbara. Children 3 and up; under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. $3/person. Nature Center admission is free. Visit www.clnaturecenter.org. parked; 805-693-0691 or Julie@clnaturecenter.org.

Every Tuesday

Coming up

Computer class, 9 a.m., Knitting, 9:30 a.m.; Tai Chi, 11 a.m.; bridge and poker, 12:45 p.m.; Mah Jongg 1 p.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Log onto www.cityofsolvang.com, www.buelltonrec.com or www.visitsyv.com to see a full schedule of programs and events that range from adult and youth sports to teen dances, field trips, excursions and more.

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