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mericans love timelines, rites of passage and symbolic rituals. As much as we claim we want freedom, we hunger for security and structure. Americans are linear, not circular. We love moving forward and not looking backward. We are a time- and calendarobsessed society, grasping on to the 40 hours a week, 5 days a week, 8 hours a day work week with two weeks of vacation and national holidays off. It is within our structure that we find our freedom. Therefore, with 2020 starting, while no different of a year in theory, it is the start of something huge psychologically for both the individuals and the country as a whole. What 2020 brings with her is the ability for us to mentally try new ventures and rewrite our destiny. 2020 is the year of the most important election of our lifetime and the dawn of a new era for a country just 244 years old on paper. With impeachment hearings on the horizon, primaries in current proceedings and a general election less than a year away, we cannot just think of this new decade as “tomorrow,” but as the set up for a new world ahead. The recent political tide changes across the world show this to be true. England recently

doubled down on Brexit, rushing in a more conservative movement. Israel is about to go through their elections, meaning long-standing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could face a Jewish nation looking for change as well. Conservatives are winning, yet socialism is still the flavor of the month. What we see across the Western world is a desire for change, yet no actual discipline to execute that change. With the world at odds with a lunatic North Korean president, a rising rebirth of Islamic terrorism in the Middle East, and domestic terrorism in America growing with mass shootings and white supremacy going more mainstream, there needs to be some hope and restoration if we plan to see the next decade provide real hope and healing. In a world becoming angrier, online economic growth and the lack of human interface seems to be expanding as well. Why leave the “safety” of home when we can bring all our needs home through Internet shopping and online streaming television and films? It’s almost as if we are creating a culture that we can be 100 percent financially invested in and 0 percent emotionally interacting in. Throughout the past 20 years, in our attempt to connect through smart phones and social media, we created a society that’s dumber than any before and less social overall. Yet, all of this is correctable. As a former

English professor, I tend to look backward into literature to gauge the future moving forward. Former poet laureate Billy Collins’ poem “The Parade” paints a picture of how America moves onward: “How stimulating the scenery of the world/ the rows of roadside trees/ the huge curtain of the sky/ How endless it seemed until we veered/ off the broad turnpike/ into a pasture of high grass/ headed toward the dizzying cliffs of mortality.” Collins’ poem is the great reminder that in our attempt to live forever, we rush forward, forgetting to just stop and take a deep breath and enjoy the sky above and earth below. We must slow down and let ourselves catch up to the endlessness of life ahead. Too often, after a busy holiday season of shopping, flying and celebrating, we don’t let ourselves just enjoy our wins and reflect on our losses. The new decade is a symbol of renewal and refreshment. I challenge all of us to rethink our goals and objectives, both in the macro and the micro. The impeachment of President Donald Trump and the eventual Senate trial ahead threatens to rip the country apart. Yet regardless of the outcome, America will still be here. Until we are not. To maintain our place in the world, we must be willing to stop, veer off the broad turnpike and face our own mortality before it’s too late. We created so much of our last decade because of fear; so let’s make the main ingredient of this decade our old friend, wisdom. 2020 is just the first step of a new and exciting beyond. ♦

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Eye on the Environment Time to recharge after the holidays by David Goldstein ‘Tis the season for battery disposal; Electronic gifts will soon be immobile. Lively and loud on the holidays, If left on, soon nobody plays. Recharge to prevent this waste, Reuse rather than replace.

lectronic gifts given to you or your family this season might need batteries, and you are probably aware of the obvious benefits of rechargeable batteries. But before you buy batteries, ask yourself a question: Are you ready to commit to recharging? According to a study posted on Yale University’s Climate Connections website (yaleclimateconections.org), “If it [a rechargeable battery] is used only a few times and then thrown away, its [environmental] impact is worse than a disposable.” Rechargeables are made from more toxic materials, which can be more harmful than disposables unless recycled, according to Professor Mario Grosso, who is quoted in the university’s full study, “Life cycle assessment of consumption choices: a comparison between disposable and rechargeable household batteries.” The study, published three years ago in the International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment, concluded 50 charge cycles are needed to make up for most areas of greater potential impact from nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries in comparison to alkaline batteries,

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the two most common choices by consumers. The bottom line is this: Rechargeables are better for the environment, but only if users are dedicated to using them regularly instead of disposables and recycling when done. You might have good intentions buying rechargeable batteries, but focusing only on a good feeling at the moment of purchase, rather than the commitment you will need from yourself and your family, can be counter-productive. The economic differences between disposable and reusable batteries provide a clear parallel to the environmental differences. Rechargeable batteries are less expensive, but only if they are used regularly. According to Francisco Reyes and Eric Bates, representatives at Batteries Plus in Camarillo and Ventura, a 36 pack of AA alkaline batteries costs $17.99. That is about 50 cents per battery. A four pack of nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries costs $13.99, which is about $3.50 per battery. Consistent with data from the Yale study, Reyes and Bates claim nickel metal hydride batteries can be recharged 500 to 1,000 times. Simply dividing $3.50 by 500 charges could lead you to conclude a rechargeable battery’s effective cost for comparison is less than a penny. However, storage time and long periods without use diminish the number of recharge cycles possible; recharges do not last as long as the initial charge of a disposable. Also, add to rechargeables the cost of the charger. Batteries Plus stores charge $24.99 for a four-slot recharger, which comes with a set of two AA batteries, and $64.99 for an eight-slot charger with faster recharge times. These rechargers, made for nickel metal hydride batteries, can also be used for nickel cadmium batteries, but not for lithium batteries. Lithium batteries bought directly by consumers are almost always single-use disposable, but these batteries also last five times as long as alkaline batteries,

according to Bates. Long-charge-holding lithium-ion batteries also come in a rechargeable variety, but these have a different voltage than other rechargeable batteries, so they cannot be recharged in a typical recharger. More importantly, although lithium ion batteries come in standard sizes, most rechargeable lithium ion batteries are embedded in solar lights, plug-in electronics, or other high-power applications and should not be removed for charging. Batteries are not accepted through local curbside recycling programs nor in curbside disposal carts, but large retail outlets selling rechargeable batteries in California are required by law to implement “take back” programs for rechargeable batteries. To find the recycling location nearest you, call 1-800-8-BATTERY, or visit www.call2recycle.org. Battery collection containers can be obtained from Call2Recycle.com, and some organizations qualify for free recycling if the container is used for public drop-off of rechargeables exclusively. But if the container is used for all battery types, the charge is around $70, including shipping and recycling. Each container holds about 40 pounds of batteries. You can also order a container, along with prepaid shipping, from companies such as Big Green Box (877-461-2345) or Battery Solutions (800-852-8127). Two recycling facilities and six household hazardous waste collection facilities in Ventura County accept batteries, as well as other items. Each facility, however, serves limited geographical areas, and periodic collection events at most locations require appointments. ♦ David Goldstein is an Environmental Resource Analyst with the Ventura County Public Works Agency.

NEWS vcreporter.com In Brief Camarillo hosts hearing on hemp ordinance On Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 7:30 p.m., the Camarillo City Council will consider a Hemp Cultivation Ordinance that will prohibit the growing of industrial hemp within the city limits of Camarillo. The ordinance was considered and ultimately recommended by the Camarillo Planning Commission on Dec. 17. Prior to Jan. 8, written comments from the public can be sent to council@cityofcamarillo. org. The Jan. 8 hearing will include public comment and take place in council chambers at City Hall at 601 Carmen Drive. The proposed ordinance can be viewed online at www.cityofcamarillo.org/news_ detail_T17_R187.php The city is also seeking public input on how it can better communicate with the public through an online survey, which will be used to formulate community engagement guidelines. The survey is online at www.opentownhall.com/ portals/353/Issue_7929. State holding unclaimed assets worth millions Sen. Henry Stern’s office has released a statement informing the public of millions of dollars in property being held by the California Controller’s Office, including about $751 million claimable by residents in Stern’s district, including parts of Ventura County. Property includes cash in bank accounts, uncashed cashier’s checks and stocks. The assets are protected under the state’s Unclaimed Property Law that applies to assets left to heirs or when a person moves away and forgets about a bank account without providing a forwarding address. 40,461 properties valued at over $4 million are claimable by Moorpark residents. Properties valued at $17.5 million are held for Simi Valley residents and $15.3 million in assets are designated for residents of Thousand Oaks. Property is held for residents in other parts of the county as well, including Oak View and Oxnard. Anyone can visit www.claimit. ca.gov to determine if any property is being held in their name, call the Controller’s Office at 800-992-4647 or contact Sen. Stern’s office at 818-876-3352. Surfer survives shark bite at Santa Rosa Island On Saturday, Dec. 21, Adam

Coons, 37, was bitten in the leg by a shark in the waters off Santa Rosa Island while surfing. His friend, Jeremy Howard, applied a tourniquet, which stopped the bleeding; first responders say the action saved Coons’ life. A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter transported Coons to Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara where he is expected to make a full recovery. Coons and Howard later estimated the shark to be about 15 feet, and believed it to be a great white. Action filed against Oxnard for withholding survey info On Dec. 2, 2019, the nonprofit organization Moving Oxnard Forward Inc. (MOF) filed an action in Ventura County Superior Court against the city of Oxnard related to claims the city has violated the state Public Records Act (PRA) by failing to provide certain information such as the results of a recent public survey conducted by the city, and information about the city’s requests for “proposals, bids and quotes” for conducting that survey. According to the court documents the city cited “trade secrets” as a reason to withhold certain information. “The city provided the quotes and qualifications of the survey consultant in response to Ms. Percell’s [on behalf of MOF] records request,” said Steven Fischer, Oxnard City Attorney, responding via email to the VCReporter. “Any suggestion whatsoever that the city has not been transparent or is hiding something is absolutely false.” Fischer said all of the survey results were presented to the public and city council at a public meeting and are online on the city website. “Did Mr. Starr fail to visit the City’s website for the results?” (www.oxnard.org/oxnard-residentsatisfaction-and-priorities-survey/) Moving Oxnard Forward was founded in 2015 by Aaron Starr, former candidate for mayor of Oxnard. According to current state records, Starr is listed as the organization’s chief executive officer; his wife, Alicia Percell, is the secretary and Steven Klinger, a resident of Camarillo, is the chief financial officer. In the event that the PRA is violated the offending agency must produce the requested documents, and the court can order attorney fees to be paid to the claimant. — Kimberly Rivers

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n Saturday, Jan. 4, members of the public can be part of the longest-running citizen scientist event in North America: the Christmas Bird Count. Counters include veteran birders as well as folks who have never gone birding before. Volunteers all over North America and parts of Latin America count birds and identify species in designated areas in an effort to collect data that demonstrate changes in population and migration. “The count has changed over the years in that more and more people are becoming involved. Not only that, but birds are moving around gradually over the years,” said Frank DeMartino, a member of the Ventura Audubon Society who heads up the annual count. “Ventura Audubon Society keeps a database of the local count info and you can view population trends over the years. It’s pretty fascinating.” The count area in Ventura County is a 15-mile radius centered roughly on Cañada Larga Road in West Ventura. The circle is divided into eight sectors. People who live in the circle can count from their own backyard and folks from other areas can join a sector group to count with. Several local property owners allow access. “We tend to get rare birds almost every year. Some of the interesting birds are ones that should have migrated farther south, but end up spending the winter in Ventura instead,” said DeMartino. “Sometimes we get really rare birds that are almost never seen in the county, like a rare Inca dove seen a couple years ago. You just never know what will show up on count day!”

History of the Bird Count

In the 1800s, hunters in the United States had a holiday tradition called the “Christmas Side Hunt.” Teams would form, and whoever brought back the most quarry would win. As the new century approached, scientists and members of the public noticed reductions in bird populations, fostering the idea of conservation. Frank M. Chapman, an ornithologist and early board member of the Audubon Society, wanted a new holiday tradition, and on Christmas Day in 1900 the Bird Count was born. That first census of local bird populations included just 25 birders in 25 locations, ranging from Toronto to Pacific Grove, California. Birders tallied 90 species in that first count.

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Today, thousands of volunteers join together, contributing data that helps conservation efforts and tracks bird population health. The data is used by wildlife agencies, researchers and biologists, and allows them to see how the continent’s bird populations have changed over the past century. The information is vital in efforts to protect habitat for populations that may be declining. The first count in Ventura County took place in 1980. Later, local Audubon member Karl Krause served for 18 years as compiler for the Ventura Audubon Christmas

The white-crowned sparrow is common in Ventura County in winter and residents are likely to see them at their backyard feeders. Photo by David Pereksta. Bird Count. He compiled data going back to 1980 with more recent data. Then, Brad Sillasen built an interactive online program to allow the data to be used by anyone at www.serpentrack.com/cbc/. Data compiled in the bird counts contributed to the Aububon’s 2014 Climate Change Report detailing how over 500 bird species will be impacted by climate change.

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“The most important thing to know is that anyone can help out regardless of skill level,” said DeMartino. “People who live within the count area can count birds in their own backyards.” If folks want to work with other counters, they can help by spotting birds, or tallying the count on the count form. The day ends with all volunteers, Audubon members, friends and guests coming together for a potluck to discuss the county and tally results. See the Ventura Audubon website for details. Sign up to be part of the Christmas Bird Count by contacting Frank DeMartino at 856-906-8733 or visit www.venturaaudubon.org for information on the section leaders.

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students of all levels, beginners through advanced. Proceeds will help fund the 2020 Muse of Fire Teen Conservatory, Nordhoff Drama, Chaparral High and the summer production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. To sign up, email info@amusetheAD aterco.com. The Client: ChannelVentura Islands Unified School Dist. Ad Executive: Barrett (805) 6 BEST VOTEDWarren Maritime Museum in Oxnard Please check this proof over carefully and indicate all corrections clearly. You will have a “1st Proof”, “2nd Proo CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY is seeking new Proof”. volunteers to receive no proof after the 1st or 2nd Proofs, AD “Final If we WILL RUN AS IS. If this proof meets your IN A ROW! YEARS FOR 2sign serve ason docents, tour guides the 1st proof, check off “FINAL PROOF (APPROVED)” box, date and at the bottom. and reception desk personISSUE: NOTICE: PLEASE nel. Docent training classes FAX THIS PROOF TO (805) 648-2245 ASAP are required to educate volunteers in the collection as well as the museum’s organizational structure, activities and programs. The next training class takes place March 2-April 20 on Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon. To attend, enroll by Friday, Feb. 19. For more information and to register, call, 805-984-6260 or visit cimmvc.org/ get-involved/volunteer/.

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Sylvia White at her new gallery in Agoura Hills.

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Coming Attractions Ojai ACT will offer a free preview of its 2020 season on Sunday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Ojai Art Center. Songs, drama and comedy excerpts from upcoming productions will be followed by light refreshments. The season begins Jan. 24 with Shirley Valentine. For more information, visit www.ojaiartcenter.org.

Opportunities The Arts Council of the Conejo Valley is accepting submissions of art by young artists, grades 6-12, for the show Hang With the Best 20/20, on exhibit Jan. 17-Feb. 12 at the Hillcrest Galleria in the Hillcrest Center for the Arts. A wide variety of media will be accepted, including paintings, photography, drawings, sculpture and other three-dimensional works. Submissions will be accepted on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 4-6 p.m. at 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. For more information, visit www.conejoarts.org. A Muse of Fire Artistic Director Susan Kelejian will offer two acting classes in Ojai this winter. Shakespeare Monologue and Scene Study ($235) will run Fridays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Jan. 17-Feb. 28. Contemporary Monologue and Scene Study ($200) will be offered Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Jan. 14-Feb. 18. Both classes are suitable for

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Ventura Missionary School eighth graders Quinn McMurtry and Trinity Jones with their experiment.

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he title of this article could very well be “When Good Things Happen to Great Students.” Just in time for Christmas, the eighth-grade science class at Ventura Missionary School got a surprise visit from the Helpful Honda People of SoCal Honda. (Yes, they really do exist.) On Dec. 19, Helpful Honda representatives Zuly Tellez, Ricardo Mota and Lindsay Iellimo arrived on the VMS campus to give the school LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3s to help the eighth graders power a very special experiment. As VMS students explained in a letter to the VC Reporter, the eighth graders “are partnering with NASA and Quest Institute to learn about the differences between science on Earth and in space, specifically on heat transfer.” They will be “sending an experiment utilizing a LEGO® Mindstorms EV3 to space that will be flown to the International Space Station.” The Quest Institute is an educational non-profit organization whose mission is “to introduce, intrigue, inspire and ultimately engage students to understand what it means to pursue STEMbased careers.” Its Quest For Space technology experiment platform “enables students to create science experiments that run on the International Space Station (ISS).”

Random Act of Helpfulness This is the fourth year that VMS has partnered with Quest and NASA on an experiment. “We are one of the few schools in the whole state that do this,” says Dr. Tammy Ennis, VMS dean of academic affairs, who adds that VMS has integrated the program into their eighth-grade curriculum. “It’s so exciting. We love it.” The feeling shows. In addition to the palpable excitement in the air is tangible evidence of the school’s enthusiasm for the program, from the abundance of space-themed posters to the autographed photographs of NASA astronauts on the wall. “It’s just really cool. It’s very handson learning,” Ennis says proudly. “It’s

learning by doing.” On this particular morning, unbeknownst to the students working on their experiments, the Helpful Honda People were being greeted by Dr. Ennis, as well as Amy Hall, dean of student affairs, and science teacher Alane Woods. Then came the big moment: The Helpful Honda People stepped quietly into the room and surprised the students with brand new EV3s. Stunned silence may be the best way to describe the students’ initial reaction. It took a minute for it all to sink in and then the cheers erupted. Up until that moment, the two sections of the science class, 58 students in all, had to share a few EV3s among several small teams. The Helpful Honda People’s “Random Act of Helpfulness” means that each team can have its own EV3, so more people can work on the experiment at one time. It will also help students preserve their individual data by reducing the risk of information being lost when EV3s are traded from one team to another. The gift is a real boon to the school’s program.

Learning by Doing “The EV3 is the mind behind the experiment. It turns on a heat element and it takes the temperature,” Woods explains. “The first experiment we did was between black and white: Which heats up faster? [The students] have that data and in February it will be flown to the International Space Station where that same experiment will be done again. [The students] will analyze the data between the two — what happens in space and what doesn’t happen in space. Then the information gets turned over to NASA through our Quest program and they use it to better their program in hopes of going to Mars.” Since the space station is about halfway to Mars, Woods explains, “What happens there also happens on Mars. It’s easier to go [to ISS] and do experiments, so we can eventually get our astronauts to Mars.” Woods’ students are also testing whether heat rises in space. “We know on Earth heat rises. But does heat rise in space?” Woods explains that the answer will have a real impact on what happens in space. “They have

to know where heat is going to end up.” It’s all very interesting and amazing stuff, and not just because what the students work on in the classroom will have a real effect on what happens in space. “They are actually touching science. It’s not in a book. They’re putting together the electrical. They’re coding. They’re getting the results. They’re trying to problem solve,” says Woods. “I’m of the belief that science has to be touched . . . [Students] can read about this, but to actually have to physically do it is a whole other thing.” “It’s really fun,” Woods adds. “They get to touch and feel science in a whole different way than they have in the past.” She recalls one of the students’ first experiments of the year. “When they first take two batteries and a lightbulb and make it light up — they’ve made a circuit. They understand that electrons are moving. Just that gets them excited because they actually did something themselves.”

Beyond Science “I’ve always been interested in engineering and also science but I’ve never done anything like this. It’s really fun,” says eighth-grader Quinn McMurtry, who adds that it’s been educational beyond just engineering. “You get to learn about other people.” Teammate Trinity Jones agrees. “It’s a good learning experience,” she says. There are plenty of ups and downs that come with being a scientist. As Woods often reminds her students, it took Thomas Edison more than 600 tries to get the lightbulb right. In the end, the students may inevitably learn just as much about perseverance and teamwork as they do about science and engineering. Teamwork extends beyond each small group because, as Dr. Ennis explains, each team shares their data with the whole class. When all is said and done, only one program will be chosen to go into space. McMurtry and Jones think it will come down to a few factors: Which program is the most sophisticated and which model is the best built and works the best. Because what the students build in the classroom is not NASA-parts ready,

Woods will upload the final program to Quest and send them detailed photos of the finished model. Quest will then rebuild the model exactly in NASA parts and seal it up so it’s safe to go to space. Throughout the process, Quest acts very much like a partner to Woods and her students, especially when they run into problems they don’t know how to fix. “The other day,” Woods recalls, “our ceramic heat element was smoking. I checked everything and I thought it was wired right. I quickly emailed Quest and they said, ‘It’s probably at 12 volts instead of 5 volts.’ ” Quest was right: The team was overheating the element by sending too many volts through it. “Yesterday a student’s screen wasn’t working,” Woods adds. After much thought and a little frustration, the student realized it wasn’t plugged in all the way. (We can all relate to that.) Lessons like these have real world applications beyond what happens in space. But space is where the students have trained their gaze. Getting their model to the ISS, receiving data from a program they themselves designed and having the opportunity to help further space exploration — that is what they are all working towards. Together. That’s not to say students are not being graded along the way. They have homework and take tests, and each student keeps an engineering notebook just like a professional scientist. Even so, it’s easy to see that this project literally goes way, way beyond the classroom. Soon, Ventura Missionary School will be going out to sea or, more accurately, down. “We have already qualified for the next phase of NASA-sponsored experiments to the bottom of the ocean,” says Dr. Ennis. “It’s in development for seventh grade.” Then, with a smile, Ennis imagines where the minds and imaginations of students will venture next. “From the bottom of the ocean and all the way up to the heavens.” ♦ Ventura Missionary School 500 High Point Drive, Ventura 805-644-9515 www.venturamissionaryschool.com

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cio, which club organizers hope to make a permanent home. The Golden China Restaurant “was not very popular and not conducive to what we’re doing,” LaCroix explained. “The dance floor was very small and the viewpoint was limited because you couldn’t watch the dancers.” With that, “we went looking for another venue and we found Patricia’s House of Dance . . . and felt an instant connection,” LaCroix said. “It’s a very large room with a wooden floor and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Also, Patricia teaches everything — ballroom, swing and cha-cha; she covers the gamut so it felt like a really good marriage.” Each performance begins with a jam session open to players of the piano, guitar, horns “and whoever shows up,” LaCroix said. “They get to come in for no cost and do their thing. We especially invite young people to the jam session because we want them to come and practice their art.” The performances attract people of all ages, from those in their 20s to individuals in their 90s, including Ventura resident Hank Johnson, who’s been involved with the club since 1984. “He’s the oldest one in the club and he’s really been active,” LaCroix said. “I call him the historian of the club.” The Channel Cities Jazz Club started strictly as a gathering of musicians who wanted to keep traditional jazz alive. Initially they got together once a month, “then people wanted to dance along with the

music,” LaCroix said. The club has since evolved as a nonprofit organization, with proceeds donated to help local middle and high school students attend a summer jazz camp near Pollock Pines, California. “And now we’ve introduced new elements to the club,” LaCroix noted. “We’re working toward helping high schools obtain the things they need, like piano tuning. We want the money to be as effective as possible to help as many students as possible. Just give us a call and we’ll do the best we can to help out.” LaCroix first discovered the Channel Cities Jazz Club when she attended a performance as a guest. Now, in addition to serving as the club’s vice president, she also performs as a vocalist at shows along with her husband, who are the founders of the Lenny LaCroix Quintet featuring Susan LaCroix. The club’s first performance at the House of Dance on Jan. 19 will feature The Phoenyx Big Band. Tickets are $10 for club members, $15 for nonmembers. “Their music is a wonderful statement of the music and the dance of the swing era that our club is dedicated to fostering amongst our youth and throughout our community,” LaCroix said. ♦ The Channel Cities Jazz Club performs on Sunday, Jan. 19, 1-4 p.m. at the House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave., Suite E, in Ventura. For more information, visit www.channelcitiesjazzclub.com.

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CARRY WHAT YOU CARE ABOUT Sunday, Jan. 5, 12-3 p.m. The FREE family day at the museum offers fun, hands-on experiences facilitated by local artists. At this session guests will make Care Bags with artist Andrea Vargas, turning shopping bags into “art for activism.” Visualize an issue or cause that you care about and paint a statement on the bag. All materials provided. Santa Paula Art Museum, 117 North 10th Street, Santa Paula. www. santapaulaartmuseum.org.

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LOW COST SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC Through end of January, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Bring your dog and/or cat (no limit) in for this important procedure for their health and to prevent unwanted kittens and puppies. $10 for each spay/neuter procedure for Ventura County residents. Cats must be older than 8 weeks. For appointment call: 805-584-3832. Ventura County Animal Services, 600 Aviation Drive, Camarillo. HOME OWNERSHIP MADE EASIER 6-7 p.m. Part of The Home Buying School, this FREE class includes information on down payment assistance, tax credits, FICO scores, mortgage options for first time buyers and more. Offered by the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura. Camarillo Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo.

FRIDAY

MORSE CODE GROUP MEETING 7-8:30 p.m. Gather with fellow Morse code enthusiasts to practice and discuss projects. Ventura County Sheriff’s Station, Community Room, 2101 East Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks.

SATURDAY

120th NATIONAL AUDUBON CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT All day Be part of this important event that is the longest running citizen scientist collective research in existence. Bird counts will take place all over North America, the Caribbean and Latin America. Sign up online and see if you can county from your backyard. See news article in this issue for details. Questions? Call Frank DeMartino 856-906-8733 frank@colynx.com. Various locations. www.venturaaudubon.org. FLY FISHING AND CASTING THE FLY ROD 9-11 a.m. The FREE session with Sespe Flyfishers of Ventura will help you get started if you’re a beginner and get you connected to others addicted to fly fishing if you’re an experienced caster. Questions? Call Bob Smith 805-647-3522. Chumash Park, 9351 Waco Street, Ventura. www.sespeflyfishers.org. ART HISTORY WITH ETHEL TODD, PART II 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Local artist Ethel Todd will build appreciation and understanding of the modern artists. Part of the distinguished speaker series. Questions? Call 805-488-0585. Port Hueneme Historical Society Museum, 220 Market Street, Port Hueneme. www. ci.port-hueneme.ca.us/index.aspx?NID=939. YOUTH AUDITIONS FOR FARMAGEDDON AND THE UNDERCOVER CROP 9:45 -11:15 a.m. and on Sunday, Jan. 5, 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Youth ages 7 – 14 are encouraged to schedule an audition appointment for this stage play with fun themes around providing food for all! The goal of Hillcrest Players is to provide young people an experience on stage 16 — — January 2, 2020

FREE MUSEUM ENTRY 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. The first Sunday of every month entry to the museum is FREE. Museum of Ventura County, 100 East Main Street, Ventura. www.venturamuseum.org. DR. WHO SEASON 12 PREMIERE 11 a.m. The new season of this iconic, beloved tale of travel through space and time will be screened with a live question and answer period with cast members. Join Whovians across the country for this special event being broadcast live from The Paley Center in New York. Showing in Oxnard and Thousand Oaks. Details and tickets online at www.FathomEvents.com. THE DUDLEY HOUSE – OPEN HOUSE 1-4 p.m. Explore the 1892 historic home during FREE docent led tours. Questions? Call 805-642-3345. The Dudley Historic House Museum, 197 N. Ashwood, Ventura. www.dudleyhouse.webs.com. CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT 2 p.m. Violinist Yue Deng will be performing several works from the Baroque era including some rare pieces. Deng will be joined by cellists Jonathan Flaksman and Virginia Kron. $12-$15, at the door only. Questions? 805-640-1158. The Ojai Art Center, 113 S. Montgomery Street, Ojai. CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING FROM HOLLYWOOD 3 p.m. The kid friendly and FREE sporting event includes past and up and coming Pro-Wrestlers. Questions? 805-9864818. Oceanview Pavilion, 575 E. Surfside Drive, Port Hueneme. A SPIRITUAL DISCOURSE: SATSUNG AYURVEDA 5-6 p.m. This donation based class will introduce the concepts of Ayurveda – “the wisdom of life” – to help foster a healthy lifestyle of happiness and peace. Regen Yoga, 448 Santa Clara Street, Fillmore. www.regenyoga.com.

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TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE 10-11:30 a.m. A simplified class designed for seniors offering movements that are proven to reduce falls by 55%. Those with canes or walkers are welcomed. FREE, open to the public. First of a 12-week class through March 25. (Note: a second class series starts Tuesday, Jan. 7, in Ojai, see tomorrow’s listings for details.)

Please register in advance by calling 805-4777300. EP Foster Library, Topping Room, 651 E. Main Street, Ventura. www.vcaaa.org. NEW YEARS DREAM: A ROYAL PARTY 4-5 p.m. All those in the realm of royalty are invited to done their favorite royal attire and draw near for games, crafts, royal stories and songs. A party for kids who are encouraged to come in their costumes. Questions? Call 805385-7535. Oxnard Downtown Main Library, Meeting Room B, 251 South A Street, Oxnard. SHAKESPEARE READING SALON 7-9 p.m. Join in a lively reading and discussion, current play is Richard III. All experience levels and listeners are welcome! Questions? Call Laurie 805-6463733. Ojai Library, 111 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai. WRITE NIGHT 6-9 p.m. Gather with writers to get words on the page responding to timed prompts. Aspiring writers welcome. Midtown Café, 2991 Loma Vista, Ventura.

TUESDAY

TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE 10-11:30 a.m. A simplified class designed for seniors offering movements that are proven to reduce falls by 55%. Those with canes or walkers are welcomed. FREE, open to the public. First of a 12-week class through March 26. (Note a second class series starts Tuesday, Jan. 7, in Ojai, see tomorrow’s listing for details.) Please register in advance by calling 805-477-7300. HELP of Ojai, 111 Santa Ana Street, Ojai. www.vcaaa.org.

WEDNESDAY

COFFEE GET TOGETHER 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. A monthly gathering of the Beach Cities Neighbors and Newcomers, a social group for women of Oxnard, Ventura and Port Hueneme. FREE for first timers. The year’s first meeting will review the social activities for the year: cards, games, potlucks, memoir writing, theatre and more. Questions? Email Lauraine at spareribbon@yahoo.com. Knights of Columbus, 36 Figueroa Street, Ventura. WOMEN’S ECONOMIC VENTURES INFORMATION SESSION 6-7 p.m. A FREE session for those interested in building their existing business or starting a new one. Explore the classes and resource of Women’s Economic Ventures and see if they are right for you. A Spanish session takes place on Thursday, Jan. 9, 6-7 p.m. Registration required: www.wevonline.org/orientations. Women’s Economic Ventures, 290 Maple Court, Suite 256, Ventura.

THURSDAY

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES FOR FAMILIES FACING ALZHEIMERS 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. Changes in communication occur as the symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s progress. This class will help families and caregivers “decode” the verbal and behavioral messages they’re likely to receive, and develop strategies to communicate. Developed by the Alzheimer’s Association. Registration requested: 800-272-3900 or alz. org/CACentralCoast. Camarillo Health Care District, 3639 Las Posas Road, Camarillo. AFTER CHRISTMAS COMEDY SHOW 6 p.m. A family friendly show with a lineup that includes Amanda Cohen, Amir the Amiracle, Nick Cain and Christine Eekete. FREE. Bring a can of food for the food drive. Simi Valley Public Library, Community Room, 2969 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley. www.simivalleylibrary.org.

OPENING THEATER PARASITE Monday, Jan. 6, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. A highly acclaimed film described as brilliant satire and reminiscent of Hitchcockian storytelling. Two families come together – one wealthy, one rich in street smarts, and then the balance is disrupted. Korean with English subtitles. A screening of the Oxnard Film Society. $7.50$10.75. Plaza Cinemas 14, 255 West 5th Street, Oxnard. www.oxnardfilmsociety.org

24 HOUR PLAY FESTIVAL Saturday, Jan. 4, 8 p.m. Six one-act plays written and performed in the same day. An evening of chaotic comedy presented by Young Artists Forever. $10. Hillcrest Center for the Arts, 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 805381-2747, hillcrestarts.com.

OPENING ART OJAI ART CENTER Jan. 4-30: Shapes of Things, landscapes and figurative paintings by Carolyn Fox, abstract work by David Reeser

and sculptures by Stephen Edwards. Through Jan. 2: Celebration and Joy, Ojai Art Center’s 80th birthday exhibit featuring works of celebration and joy. 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-646-0117 or www.ojaiartcenter.org.

ONGOING ART AGRICULTURE MUSEUM Through Feb. 15: Virgencitas, artwork of the Virgin Mary. Ongoing: Antique farming equipment and various displays relating to the history of agriculture in Ventura County. 926 Railroad Ave., Santa Paula, 805-525-3100 or www.venturamuseum.org. ATRIUM GALLERY Through Jan. 7. County Employee, Retiree Show. Closed weekends; free; 8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays at the Ventura County Hall of Administration, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura. More information at www. VCArtscouncil.org. CALIFORNIA MUSEUM OF ART THOUSAND OAKS Through Feb. 16. Empathy: Beneath the Surface, multidisciplinary perspectives on the idea of empathy, personal agency and the universal bonds that connect us. A variety of programs will accompany this exhibition, which marks the one-year anniversary of the Borderline shooting and the Woolsey Fire. 350 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 805-4055240, cmato.org. CALIFORNIA OIL MUSEUM Through Feb. 16: Vintage Toy Wonderland: Memories of Our Youth from 1960s-1980s. Ongoing: Permanent petroleum exhibits as well as rotating exhibits of science, transportation and history. 1001 E. Main St., Santa Paula, 805-933-0076 or www.caoilmuseum.org. CAM STUDIO GALLERY Through Jan. 2. Trabaj/ho, Latinx and Filipinx artists (many from Oxnard) creating work about shared history and experiences. 329 N. Fifth St., Oxnard, 805-2407347, www.carnegieam.org/cam-studio-gallery. CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM Ongoing. Port of Hueneme and Dutch Skies: Four Centuries of Seascape Paintings. 3900 Bluefin Circle in the Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, 805-984-6260 or www.cimmvc.org. COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Through Jan. 26. Fall Colors. 147 N. Brent St., Ventura, www.buenaventuraartassociation.org. FIRST FRIDAYS VENTURA The first Friday of every month, several local galleries open their doors to celebrate and promote Ventura’s art scene. Locations and more information at www.firstfridaysventura.com. FIRST SATURDAYS STUDIO CHANNEL ISLANDS The first Saturday of every month, artists at Studio Channel Islands welcome visitors into their studios to watch them create art. 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368 or studiochannelislands.org. FOX FINE JEWELRY Through Jan. 18. Rising From the Ashes, works that celebrate growth and recovery by seven artists who lost their homes in the Thomas Fire. 560 E. Main St., Ventura, 805652-1800 or www.foxfinejewelry.com. HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY AND GIFTS Through Jan. 19. Holiday members’ show. 1559 Spinnaker Drive, #106, Ventura, 805-644-2750. HEIDI F. BEAL STUDIO Opened Dec. 7. On Palace Grounds, mixed media works inspired by fertility and holy ground. 2741 Victoria Ave., Suite A, Fisherman's Wharf, Oxnard, 805-7120612, www.heidibeal.com. HILLCREST CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Jan. 6. Bring on the Color! 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 805-3811244, www.conejoarts.org. JOHN SPOOR BROOME LIBRARY GALLERY Through Jan. 10. Royal Chicano Airforce: Veterana Show. CSU, Channel Islands, 1 University Drive, Camarillo, 805-437-2772 or art.csuci.edu. KWAN FONG GALLERY Through Jan. 3. Humanizing the Other, nuanced portraits of Mexicans and Mexican Americans by Salomón Huerta. California Lutheran University, 120 Memorial Parkway, Thousand Oaks, 805-4933697, blogs.callutheran.edu/kwanfong/. LATITUDES FINE ART GALLERY Ongoing. The photographic collections of Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue, including color and black and white images of local landmarks,

beautiful scenery and coastal wildlife. Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. 401 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-279-1221, www.latitudesfineart.com. MULLIN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Ongoing: The museum pays homage specifically to the art deco and machine-age design eras (19181941). All tickets must be purchased in advance, online. 1421 Emerson Ave., Oxnard, 805-3855400 or www.mullinautomotivemuseum.com. MURPHY AUTO MUSEUM Ongoing. More than 75 vintage cars and trucks from every period, in a 30,000-square-foot facility. 1930 Eastman Ave., Oxnard, 805-487-4333 or www.murphyautomuseum.org. MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY Through Jan. 19: Woven Earth, handwoven baskets from California’s native communities. Through Feb. 23: California Cool: Mid-century Modernism on the Central Coast, interior and graphic design, architecture, and urban development from 1945 to 1965 in Ventura County. Ongoing: Fine art, historical artifacts, an interactive Chumash Gallery and the George Stuart Historical Figures Collection®. 100 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-653-0323 or venturamuseum.org. OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM Through Jan. 19: Legacy: Krishnamurti and Ojai, an exploration of the life, influence and followers of Jiddu Krishnamurti. Ongoing: A collection of art, artifacts, photographs and paper ephemera relating to Ojai, housed in former St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. 130 W. Ojai Ave., 805-640-1390 or www.ojaivalleymuseum.org. OVA ARTS Ongoing. Fine art and contemporary crafts by 39 artists, including Merilee Eaton, Gayel Childress and Peggie Williamson. Ceramic arts, sculpture and textiles by local artisans. 238 Ojai Ave., Ojai, 805-646-5682 or ojaivalleyartists.com. PACIFIC COAST ART Through Feb. 1. A Retrospective Tkachenko and Johnson, drawings by the late Eugene Tkachenko and abstract expressionist works by the late Stan Johnson. 2401 Eastman Ave., Unit 21, Oxnard, 805-216-2107, @pacificcoastart. PACIFIC VIEW MALL Ongoing. The Ventura County Arts Council Arts Collective is now open on the second level near Sears. Various works by local artists. See artists as they work. Workshops and classes for kids and adults offered periodically. 3301 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-676-1540 or www.shoppacificview.com. REAGAN LIBRARY Through Jan. 5: Christmas Around the World, decorated trees representing the 26 countries that Ronald Reagan visited while in office. Through April 12: Egypt’s Lost Cities, statues, vessels and other artifacts over 1,000 years old excavated from Abukir Bay. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 805522-2977, www.reaganfoundation.org. SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Through March 8: Art About Agriculture, presented annually by the Ag Art Alliance. Through Jan. 12: Beyond Function: Fiber, Wood and Clay, art by weaver Michael Rohde, woodworker Michael Adams and potter Nate Pidduck. 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula, 805525-5554 or www.santapaulaartmuseum. org. Pictured: “Skeptical Fowl” by Trevor Michael Walker, acrylic on linen board. SESPE CREEK COLLECTIVE Ongoing. The Pot Lifer Museum presents letters, stories, photographs and more showcasing a dozen people serving life sentences for non-violent cannabis crimes. Must be 21+ with a valid ID or 18+ with a valid recommendation. 408 Bryant Circle, Suite C, Ojai, 855-722-9333 or sespe.org. THIRD FRIDAYS OJAI The third Friday of every month, local galleries and shops open their doors to celebrate and promote Ojai’s art scene. Locations and more information at www.facebook.com/OjaiVillageExperience/. UBS Through Feb. 28. About Face, proud and bold images of faces. Reception on Thursday, Jan. 16, 5-7 p.m. 3011 Townsgate Road, Third Floor, Westlake Village, www.conejoarts.org. WILLIAM ROLLAND GALLERY Through Jan. 9: Key Frames: A Celebration of Animation and Production Art, featuring concept art, storyboards, character design and more. California Lutheran University, 160 Overton Court, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3697, rollandgallery.callutheran.edu. ♦

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y husband’s parents interact with our 3-year-old in upsetting ways. They overfocus on her appearance, asking whether she’s washed her hair or where her comb is. (She has naturally stringy hair.) They constantly quiz her, making her name colors, numbers, etc. They once spent an entire dinner trying to train her to use a napkin. My husband finally exclaimed, “She’s not a performing seal!” After their last visit, she started showing anxiety that her hair doesn’t look nice. How can I keep my daughter’s

It’s cute to see your kid playing doctor on her stuffed animal — until you find out she’s gotten a head start on a residency in plastic surgery: “Teddy felt bad about his big furry stomach, Mommy, so I’m giving him a tummy tuck and then we’ll talk about laser hair removal.” Assuming Grandpa and Grandma aren’t sadists with a thing for toddler torture, they’ve probably just succumbed to the widely believed myth that little Aristophanes or Clove will have an edge over all the other diapered Harvard hopefuls by being drilled in academics from the binky years on. Their premature focus on your daughter’s appearance probably comes from a similar place: “Can’t start too early on thinking about how you present yourself!” Um, actually, you can. Research by experimental psychologist Rick M. Gardner found that girls as young as 6 had negative thoughts and feelings about their appearance. Because men evolved to prioritize physical attractiveness in a partner, women evolved to be sensitive about their looks and their placement on the prettiness totem pole. This can lead to crippling insecurity and body dysmorphia — unfortunate at any age, but especially

at age 4. Rushing what researchers call “direct instruction” on toddlers — expecting them to memorize and recite colors, numbers, and facts — actually seems to set them back, harming them socially and emotionally, as well as . . . get this: academically! Psychologist Gabrielle Principe explains in “Your Brain on Childhood” that neuroscience research suggests it’s play, not academics, that’s vital to young children’s

Berkeley’s Mark Rosenzweig comparing rats with super-stimulating stuff in their cages — wheels, slides, tunnels, etc. — with rats raised in the equivalent of empty closets. Rat Disneyland occupants did better on intelligence tests than those raised in Rat Closetland, and that’s what the media reported. What the media did not report was that the rats that did best of all were the ones raised in nature, dealing with spiders, snakes, cats, fleas, and boxing matches with their rat buddies. Unfortunately, this “let the natural environment do its job” finding doesn’t sell learning toys or suggest to parents that they can give their kid a leg up by treating him or her like a jar to cram with information. Though your daughter is only 3, even slightly older children seem to be harmed by being hammered with early academics. Psychologist Peter Gray writes: “The research is clear. Academic training in kindergarten has no long-term benefit. . . . It slightly increases academic test-scores in first grade, but by third grade the benefit is lost and, according to some of the best studies, by fourth grade those subjected to academic kindergartens are doing worse” academically “than those who were in play-based kindergartens.” Ultimately, it’s particularly unhelpful to treat child development as a sort

. . . neuroscience research suggests it’s play, not academics, that’s vital to young children’s brain development. brain development. For example, when children use their imagination — by improvising with props, creating their own games, developing storylines — they stimulate the growth of brain cells in the frontal cortex. This area is involved in “self-regulation — a critical skill for controlling emotions, resisting impulses, and exerting self-control and discipline.” Principe traces the myth driving today’s joyless, test-prep-filled childhoods to 1960s research by UC

of race. Take the age that children start walking. Psychologist and pediatrician Arnold Gesell noted that some children walk as early as 9 months, while others start as late as 15 months. Ultimately, the early walker is no better a walker than the later one. As for getting the grandparents to stand down, start positive: Tell them you know they love their granddaughter and want the best for her. Next, explain the research findings on both learning and appearance. Then explain that for you, what matters is that your daughter has a happy, meaningful, productive life, and this starts with her not being pushed to do things she isn’t developmentally ready for. Be prepared to remind them a few times when they forget or, um, “forget.” (Well-meaning grandparents can have something in common with stubborn toddlers.) On a positive note, they did wait till after the kid was born to go all psycho “Harvard or bust!” instead of getting down by your big pregnant belly and yelling calculus theorems into your uterus. (c)2019, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved. Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon, 171 Pier Ave, #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405, or e-mail AdviceAmy@aol.com. @amyalkon on Twitter. Weekly podcast: blogtalkradio.com/amyalkon Order Amy Alkon’s new book, “Unf*ckology: A Field Guide to Living with Guts and Confidence,” (St. Martin’s Griffin, 2018).

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES

(March 21-April 19):

“We are all hostages of the joy of which we deprive ourselves,’ wrote poet Odysseus Elytis. Isn’t that an astounding idea? That we refuse to allow ourselves to experience some of the bliss and pleasure we could easily have; and that we are immured inside that suppressed bliss and pleasure? I call on you, Aries, to rebel against this human tendency. As I see it, one of your main tasks in 2020 is to permit yourself to welcome more bliss, to aggressively seize more pleasure, and thereby free yourself from the rot of its nullification.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20):

At age 22, Taurus-born Dutch citizen Willem de Kooning sneaked into the United States. He was a stowaway on an Argentina-bound freighter, and stealthily disembarked when the ship made a stop in Virginia. As he lived in America during subsequent decades, he became a renowned painter who helped pioneer the movement known as abstract expressionism. His status as an illegal immigrant rarely presented any obstacles to his growing success and stature. Not until age 57 did he finally became an American citizen. I propose we make him one of your role models in 2020. May he inspire you to capitalize on being a maverick, outsider, or stranger. May he encourage you to find opportunities beyond your safety zone.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20):

When British novelist E. M. Forster was in his late 30s, he had sex with another person for the first time. Before that he had published five novels. After that, he produced just one more novel, though he lived till age 91. Why? Was he having too much fun? Looking back from his old, age, he remarked that he would “have been a more famous writer if I had published more, but sex prevented the latter.” I suspect that

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sensual pleasure and intimacy will have the exact opposite effect on you in 2020, Gemini. In sometimes mysterious ways, they will make you more productive in your chosen sphere.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22):

“Every part of our personality that we do not love will regress and become hostile to us,” wrote poet Robert Bly. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t suffer from this problem at least a little. That’s the bad news. The good news for us Cancerians (yes, I’m a Crab!) is that 2020 will be a favorable time to engage in a holy crusade to fix this glitch: to feel and express more love for parts of our personality that we have dismissed or marginalized. The result? Any selfsabotage we have suffered from in the past could dramatically diminish.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22):

As a young adult, Leo-born Raymond Chandler worked as a fruit-picker, tennis racquet-stringer, and bookkeeper. At age 34, he began a clerical job at the Dabney Oil Syndicate, and eventually rose in the ranks to become a well-paid executive. The cushy role lasted until he was 44, when he was fired. He mourned for a while, then decided to become an author of detective fiction. It took a while, but at age 50, he published his first novel. During the next 20 years, he wrote six additional novels as well as numerous short stories and screenplays—and in the process became popular and influential. I present this synopsis as an inspirational story to fuel your destiny in 2020.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

The fame of Virgo-born Italian poet Ludovico Ariosto (1474–1533) has persisted through the ages because of Orlando Furioso, an epic poem he authored. It tells the story of the Christian knight Orlando and his ado-

ration for a pagan princess. This great work did not come easily to Ariosto. It wasn’t until he had written 56 versions of it that he was finally satisfied. I suspect you may harbor an equally perfectionist streak about the good works and labors of love you’ll craft in 2020. May I suggest you confine your experiments to no more than ten versions?

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

Leonardo da Vinci worked on his painting The Last Supper from 1495 to 1498. It’s a big piece—about 15 by 29 feet. That’s one reason why he took so long to finish. But there was another explanation, too. He told his patron, the Duke of Milan, that he sometimes positioned himself in front of his painting-inprogress and simply gazed at and thought about it, not lifting a brush. Those were times he did some of his hardest work, he said. I trust you will have regular experiences like that in 2020, Libra. Some of your best efforts will arise out of your willingness and ability to incubate your good ideas with concentrated silence and patience.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

By 1895, Henry James had already published 94 books. He was renowned in the U.S. and England, and had written the works that would later lead to him being considered for a Nobel Prize. Then, at age 52, although he was not physically fit, he decided to learn how to ride a bicycle. He paid for lessons at a bicycle academy, and cheerfully tolerated bruises and cuts from his frequent falls as an acceptable price to pay for his new ability. I admire James’ determination to keep transforming. Let’s make him a role model for you in 2020. May he inspire you to keep adding new aptitudes as you outgrow your previous successes.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

When Sagittarian composer Ludwig van Beethoven created the Eroica symphony in the early 1800s, many observers panned it. They said its rhythms were eccentric, that it was too long. One critic said it was “glaring and bizarre,” while another condemned its “undesirable originality.” This same critic concluded, “Genius proclaims itself not in the unusual and fantastic but in the beautiful and sublime.” Today, of course, Eroica has a different reputation. It’s regarded as a breakthrough event in musical history. I’ll go on record here, Sagittarius, to say that I suspect you created your own personal version of Eroica in 2019. 2020 is the year it will get the full appreciation it deserves, although it may take a while. Be patient.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

I’m going to speculate that sometime in the next six months, you will experience events that years from now you’ll look back on as having been the beginning of a fresh universe for you. What should you call this launch? I suggest you consider elegant terms like “Destiny Rebirth” or “Fate Renewal” rather than a cliché like the “Big Bang.” And how should you celebrate it? As if it were the Grand Opening of the rest of your long life.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

In 2020, I believe you will be able to summon the insight and kismet necessary to resolve at least one long-running problem, and probably more. You’ll have an enhanced ability to kick bad habits and escape dead-ends and uncover liberating truths about mysteries that have flustered you. Frustrations and irritations you’ve grudgingly tolerated for far too much time will finally begin to wane. Congratulations in advance, Aquarius! The hard work you do to score these triumphs won’t always be

delightful, but it could provide you with a curiously robust and muscular kind of fun.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20):

Let’s say you wanted to dress completely in silk: shirt, pants, vest, scarf, socks, shoes, hat, underwear all made of silk. And let’s say your dream was to grow and process and weave the silk from scratch. You’d start with half an ounce of silkworm eggs. They’d hatch into 10,000 silkworms. Eventually those hard-working insects would generate five pounds of silk—enough to create your entire outfit. So in other words, you’d be able to generate an array of functional beauty from a small but concentrated amount of raw material. By the way, that last sentence is a good description of what I think your general approach should be in 2020. And also by the way, dressing in silk wouldn’t be too crazy an idea in the coming months. I hope you’ll have fun cultivating your allure, style, and flair. Homework: I declare you champion, unvanquishable hero, and title-holder of triumphant glory. Do you accept?

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LEGAL Legal Notices SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA. NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE §§366.26 J 072303 HEARING DATE: 02/26/2020 TIME: 08:30 am COURTROOM: J1 In the matter of the Petition of the County of Ventura Human Services Agency regarding freedom from parental custody and control on behalf of Savannah Ayala, a child. To: Heather Garciduenas, Andres Ayala, and to all persons claiming to be the parents of the abovenamed person who is described as follows: name Savannah Ayala, Date of Birth: 10/05/2019, Place of Birth: Ventura, CA, Father’s name: Andres Ayala, Mother’S name: Heather Garciduenas. Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 366.26, a hearing has been scheduled for your child. You are hereby notified that you may appear on 02/26/2020, at 8:30 a.m., or as soon as counsel can be heard in Courtroom J1 of this Court at Juvenile Justice Center 4353 Vineyard Ave. Oxnard, CA 93036. YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED as follows: At the hearing the Court must choose and implement one of the following permanent plans for the child: adoption, guardianship, or long term foster care. Parental rights may be terminated at this hearing. On 02/26/2020, the Human Services Agency will recommend termination of parental rights. The child may be ordered placed in long term foster care, subject to the regular review of the Juvenile Court; or, a legal guardian may be appointed for the child and letters of guardianship be issued; or, adoption may be identified as the permanent placement goal and the Court may order that efforts be made to locate an appropriate adoptive family for the child for a period not to exceed 180 days and set the matter for further review; or, parental rights may be terminated. You are entitled to be present at the hearing with your attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, you are entitled to have the Court appoint counsel for you. A thirty-day continuance may be granted if necessary for counsel to prepare the case. At all termination proceedings, the Court shall consider the wishes of the child and shall act in the best interest of the child. Any order of the Court permanently terminating parental rights under this section shall be conclusive and binding upon the minor person, upon the parent or parents, and upon all other persons who have been served with citation by publication or otherwise. After making such an order, the Court shall have no power to set aside, change, or modify it, but this shall not be construed to limit the rights to appeal the order. If the Court, by order or judgment, declares the child free from the custody and control of both parents, or one parent if the other no longer has custody and control, the Court shall, at the same time, order the child referred to the licensed County adoption agency for adoptive placement by that

agency. The rights and procedures described above are set forth in detail in the California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 366.26. You are referred to that section for further particulars. Michael J. Planet, Executive Officer and Clerk, County of Ventura, State of California. Dated: Patricia Peralta by: 12/11/2019 Deputy Clerk, Children and Family Services Social Worker. 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2, 1/9/20 CNS-3323080#/26781 T.S. No.: 9987-8246 TSG Order No.: 8758680 A.P.N.: 060-0061-090 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/17/2016. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 06/21/2016 as Document No.: 2016062100085954, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: R. ROLAND LOPEZ, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 01/14/2020 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: To the right of the main entrance, near the exit doors, of the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 6969 VISTA DEL RINCON DR (Unincorporated Area), VENTURA, CA 93001 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $518,667.31 (Estimated) as of 01/03/2020. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-9390772 for information regarding the trustee’S sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting. com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9987-8246. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’S sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting. com or Call: 916-939-0772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0364967 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 12/19/2019, 12/26/2019, 01/02/2020/26774

Trustee Sale No. 14-001724 DS7300-19005288 APN 203-0251-045 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/21/09. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/09/20 at 9:00 A.M., Aztec Foreclosure Corporation as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jenny A. Romero and Jose A. Lapizco, as Trustor(s), in favor of Bank of America N.A., as Beneficiary, Recorded on 05/29/09 in Instrument No. 2009052900088488-0 And Including Loan Modification Agreement Recorded 8/6/2014 Instrument 2014-0806-00098181-0 and Modification of Deed of Trust Recorded 03/01/2017, Instrument 20170301-00030088-0 of official records in the Office of the county recorder of VENTURA County, California; WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state), Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort, 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California described as: 1144 WEST IRIS STREET, OXNARD, CA 93033 The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $185,805.07 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You

should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’S office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit the Internet Web site, using the file number assigned to this case 14-001724. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Or Aztec Foreclosure Corporation (877) 257-0717 www.aztectrustee. com DATE: 12/11/2019 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION Amy Connolly Assistant Secretary / Assistant Vice President Aztec Foreclosure Corporation 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400 Phoenix, AZ 85012 Phone: (877) 257-0717 or (877) 257-0717 Fax: (602) 638-5748 www.aztectrustee. com NPP0365036 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 12/19/2019, 12/26/2019, 01/02/2020/26776 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Orange Co. Inc. will sell at public lien sale on January 15, 2020, the personal property in the belowlisted units, which may include but are not limited to: household and personal items, office and other equipment. The public sale of these items will begin at 09:30 AM and continue until all units are sold. PUBLIC STORAGE # 20627, 4568 E Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93063, (805) 285-7018 A006 - Johnson-Krol, Sherri; C031 - Shibata, Daniel; C103 - McMahon, Mackenzie; C138 Edwards, Susana; C143 - Bowne, William; C163 - Alvarez, Matthew; C257 - Yanez, Daniel; D122 Simoni, Tony; D263 - Bell, Zachary PUBLIC STORAGE # 24322, 2167 First Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065, (805) 285-7073 A007 - Moe, Erick; A058 Murray, Dawn; B042 - Mendoza, Esperanza; B043 - Miller, Erika; D003 - Rivera Lara, Luis Fernando; D069 - Doyle, Catherine; D081 -

Gonzalez, Hector; F032 - Occhiuto, John PUBLIC STORAGE # 26607, 120 West Easy Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065, (805) 285-7067 125 - Freeman, Tiffany; 214 Brown, Kristian; 367 - Shea, Kylen; 408 - bright, Brian; 414 - Ahmad, Mueen; 433 - Korey, Hope PUBLIC STORAGE # 25753, 875 W Los Angeles Ave, Moorpark, CA 93021, (805) 298-1384 1001 - Romero, Daniel; 306 Lopez, Diane; 314 - Handler, Nicole; 481 - Diaz, Ana; 486 Ruggiero, MaryAnn; 569 - Meza, Brian; 601 - Ramirez, Berenice; 612 - mason, quincy; 791 Thompson, Courtney; 819 - Varga, Westley Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be in cash or credit card-no checks. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. Dated this 26th of December 2019 and this 2nd of January 2020 by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244-8080. Bond No. 5908365. 12/26/19, 1/2/20 CNS-3325843#/27089 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that under and pursuant to Section 1980-2003, of the California Civil Code, of the State of California, the property listed below is believed to be abandoned by Danai Junpram and Erwin Kahulugan and all other personal owners, occupants, tenants and/ or subtenants originally located at 35 N. Raymond Ave. #209, City of Pasadena, County of Los Angeles, State of California. CA 91103 and now located at 6137 Grimes Canyon Rd., Moorpark, CA 93021. Contents of household, furnishings, and personal and all remaining miscellaneous “personal property” will be sold at public auction on Friday, January 10, 2020 at 10:00a.m. PST by American Auctioneers LLC at 6137 Grimes Canyon Rd., Moorpark, Ca. 93021 Purchases must be made in cash only and paid for at the time of sale. 15% buyer premium on all sales. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. All purchases are sold “as is” and must be removed at the time of sale. Auctioneer: American Auctioneers, (909) 7900433, California Bond #FS863-2014, www.americanauctioneers. com./S/ Approved by 12/26/19, 1/2/20 CNS-3325179#/27088 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2019-00536358CU-PT-VTA Superior Court of California, County of Ventura Petition of: Mary Claire McDonald for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Mary Claire McDonald filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Mary Claire McDonald to Claire McDonald Olbrychowski

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.Notice of Hearing:Date: 02/07/2020, Time: 8:30 am, Dept.: 20The address of the court is 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Ventura County Reporter Date: November 20 2019 Matthew P Guasco Judge of the Superior Court 12/26/19, 1/2, 1/9, 1/16/20 CNS-3321332#/27091 NOTICE OF PUBLIC ONSITE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21700 - 21716 of the CA Business and Professions Code, CA Commercial Code Section 2328, Section 1812.600 - 1812.609 and Section 1988 of CA Civil Code, 353 of the Penal Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 21st day of January, 2020 at 10:30 A.M., on StorageTreasures. com: household goods, tools, electronics, and personal effects that have been stored and which are located at Trojan Storage of Oxnard, 1801 Eastman Avenue, Oxnard, County of Ventura, State of California, the following: Customer Name Unit # Michelle Ayala 565 Shalanda Candelaria 673 David Diaz 642 Alma Diaz 652 Jose Espinoza 558 Beverly Footman 656 Victor Godina 641 Jorge Gonzalez 242 Imelda Hernandez 252A Arthur Hurtado 757 Sara Juarez 076 Cecilia Martinez 487 Julie Morales 592 Daniel Neathery 353 Arthur Ramirez 345 Maria Ramirez 616 Hammond Reese 669 Plutarco Sanchez 180 Aurora Tapia 620 Mary Workman 415 Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold as is, where is and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Dated these for the 26th day of December, 2019 and 2nd day of January, 2020. Andasol Management, Inc. Bond#: 79183C. (888) 564-7782. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/26/19 and 1/2/20./27094

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LEGAL T.S. No.: 9508-1975 TSG Order No.: 8758682 A.P.N.: 205-0252-085 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/19/2015. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 12/29/2015 as Document No.: 2015122900186761, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: JORGE A. AGUILERA AND ELSA AGUILERA, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS , as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 01/16/2020 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: To the right of the main entrance, near the exit doors, of the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4118 ENCINO PL, OXNARD, CA 93033 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $68,954.53 (Estimated) as of 01/10/2020. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of

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outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-9390772 for information regarding the trustee’S sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting. com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9508-1975. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’S sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting. com or Call: 916-939-0772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0365077 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 12/26/2019, 01/02/2020, 01/09/2020/26823 NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE Notice is Hereby Given that the contents of the following storage units and vehicles/vessels will be offered for sale by public auction to the highest bidder for enforcement of Storage Lien. AIRPORT SELF STORAGE, 3551 W. Fifth St., Oxnard, CA 93030. (805) 985-3315. Auction will take place on Thursday January 9th, 2020 at 9:00 AM. F106 Pujji, Sandy - Misc. Items G139 Prado, Cynthia Electronics, Furniture L250 Sharp, Stephen - Luggage, Tubs (Contents Unknown) L330 Merrill, Monica - Boxes, Misc. Items L380 Rostohar, Ed - Boxes, Misc. Items L412 Simon, Dan - Boxes, Misc. Items L467 Renteria Calvario, Juan Furniture, luggage, bedding L526 Ontiveros, Isabel - Boxes, Tubs, (Contents Unknown)

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M554 Miller, Natalia M - Auto parts, boxes, misc. items M726 Deavers, Trystan - Boxes (Contents Unknown) N854 Miller, Tracy L - Light Ballast, Misc. Items O861 Wilson, Clavin - Tools, Speakers Q286 Miller, Tracy L - Boxes, Misc. Items R089 Allen, Jerrold C - Boxes, Misc. Items S225 Fox, Brian - Boxes, Misc. Items. Airport Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/26/19 and 1/2/20./27095 NOTICE OF PENDING LIEN SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 1998 of the civil code, State of Califomia, the undersigned will sell at the public auction by competitive bidding on the 13th day January 2020 at 11:30AM where said property has been stored and located at CITIZENS SELF STORAGE, 269 Aviador Street, Camarillo, CA County of Ventura, The Abandoned goods, Chattles of personal property in the part below in the matters of:in the matters of: UNIT F07 - Picture frames, men’s clothes, tools, ladder, Misc computer items, Misc boxes. UNIT B33 - Halloween pumpkin, Misc. Plastic Boxes, Kitchenware UNIT C02 - Book shelf, chairs, surf board, microwave, coat rack, Misc. Boxes Landlord reserves the right to bid at the sale. Cash only and removed day of sale. Sale subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement. Auction conducted by J. Michael’s Auction, Inc. State Bond #142295787 Phone # 714996-4881. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20 and 1/9/20./27198 LIEN SALE Platinum Tow & Transport, 938 Verdulera St Camarillo, CA. To be sold at 10:00 am on 1/16/2020: 96-WNESS License: 1GT6075 / CA Vin:1ED5P2521T1567586 Dave’s Towing Service, 890 West Los Angeles Ave. Simi Valley, CA. To be sold at 10:00 am, on 1/17/2020: 03-RENG License: ENVY2 / MT Vin:1K9500T3531160164. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20./27197 COUNTY OF VENTURA NOTICE INVITING FORMAL BIDS Sealed bids will be received in the bid box at the County Surveyor’s Public Counter, 3rd Floor, Administration Building, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, California 93009-1670, until 2:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4TH, 2020 and afterwards publicly opened, for CATALINA DRIVE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT BR #384, for Specification No. RD20-02, which consists of construction of removal & replacement of Catalina Drive Bridge BR #384 including public access & notice, mobilization, traffic control & Construction signing, water pollution control, removal & disposal of existing structures, regrading slope & flowline, construction of double 24” RCP culvert, 2-sack cement slurry, L-shaped headwalls, -ton rip rap, 6” curb & gutter, PCC curb ramp, 4” thick PCC swales, 6” thick AC pavement repair & widening, 1.5” thick AC pavement

overlay, & appurtenant work. The estimated cost of construction is $175,000. The plans, specifications and proposal forms for this project are filed in the office of the Ventura County Surveyor and are, by reference, made a part of this Notice. Construction bidding documents, including plans, specifications, addenda and any supplementary documents are now available on the Ventura County Web Site at: https:// www.vcpublicworks.org/esd/ contracting/ then click on “Contract Bidding Opportunities” and then “eBidBoard Website” where the documents may be viewed, downloaded and printed. Printed copies of the document can be purchased at most commercial printing companies that have internet access. Printed copies may also be purchased for a non-refundable fee of $15.39, including tax and shipping, $5.39 if picked up) Make checks payable to the County of Ventura and send to the attention of, or bring to, the County Surveyor’s Office at the Ventura County Hall of Administration, 800 South Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA 93009-1670 (Surveyor’s Public Counter on 3rd floor). A List of Plan Holders is available on the Website shown above. An abstract of bids received will be available at the same web site under Bids & Subs. When projects are awarded, the award notification to the State will be posted under Awarded Contracts. Bids must be submitted on the proposal form furnished with said documents. Subcontractor list must include a valid Contractor’s License Number. Contractor and any subcontractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations prior to bid time and shall be verified during bid verification processes. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid guarantee in the amount of not less than 10% of the amount bid, PAYABLE TO THE COUNTY OF VENTURA and guaranteeing that the bidder will enter into a contract in accordance with the terms of the bidding documents if award is made. The bid guarantee shall be in one of the following forms: a bid bond written by an admitted surety insurer on the form included with the Proposal form, a cashier’s check drawn by a National bank, a check certified by a National bank or cash. An electronically transmitted copy of the bid bond form, included in the Proposal form, may be used but the form must have the original signatures of the principal and surety. Copies of the completed bond will not be accepted. Bidders must have a Class A California Contractors license, and will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each in the amount of 100% of the contract price. In accordance with Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code, securities may be substituted for funds withheld. Bidders, contractors, and other interested parties can obtain wage rates pertaining to Ventura County projects at the link provided below. California general prevailing wage rates for construction can be obtained from the following Web site: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/ PWD/index.htm. The awarded contractor must post copies of the prevailing wage determinations at each job site. 1/2/20 CNS-3327369#/27177

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given that Golden State Storage intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property Pursuant to Lien Sale per the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code Section 21700, et seq.). Golden State Storage will sell items at www.storagetreasures.com by competitive bidding ending on January 16th, 2020 at 12:00pm. The said property has been stored and is located at Golden State Storage 300 W Ventura Blvd Camarillo CA 93010, County of Ventura, and State of California. Alberto Sandomir: 5 totes of unknown, camping chairs, clothing and linens, back pack, hiking gear, luggage, camping gear, 5 gallon water jug, sleeping bag, skateboard, pots and pans, air pump. Michael Mostert: Samson Airline 99m headset sealed in box, package of unknown. Joy Aganon: Ridged table saw, stepstool, rolling tool chest, garage toolbox, 5 boxes of unknown, tool bag, handheld tool chest, 3 plastic tool boxes, Makita router, various electric tools, and Christmas decor. Reggie Darden: large luggage, clothing and linens, homebuilt dog house, 3 totes of unknown, wood headboard and foot board, wood oar. Luz Trejo: Disney doll in package, 7+ totes of unknown, luggage, clothing and linens, shoes, 5+ bags on unknown, sombrero, 5+ boxes of unknown. Jesse Schwinn stationary bike, large tool box, portable ac unit, 10+ boxes of unknown, 2 laundry hampers, 2 purses, clothing and linens, 2 back packs. Purchases must be paid at the time of sale with Cash only. All Sales are subject to prior cancellation. Sale rules and regulations are available at the time of sale. Company reserves the right to refuse any online bids. Dated: 01-02-2020 and 01-09-2020. Auction by www. storagetreasures.com, Phone: 480-397-6503 PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20 and 1/9/20./ 27199 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA. NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE §§366.26 J 071910 HEARING DATE: 02/13/2020 TIME: 08:30 am COURTROOM: J1 In the matter of the Petition of the County of Ventura Human Services Agency regarding freedom from parental custody and control on behalf of Ember Zeferina Victoria, a child. To: Veronica Parga, Joseph V. Ramirez Sr., and to all persons claiming to be the parents of the above-named person who is described as follows: name Ember Zeferina Victoria, Date of Birth: 02/13/2020, Place of Birth: Ventura, CA, Father’s name: Joseph V. Ramirez, Mother’s name: Veronica Parga. Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 366.26, a hearing has been scheduled for your child. You are hereby notified that you may appear on 02/13/2020, at 8:30 a.m., or as soon as counsel can be heard in Courtroom J1 of this Court at Juvenile Justice Center 4353 Vineyard Ave. Oxnard, CA 93036. YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED as follows: At the hearing the Court must choose and implement one of

the following permanent plans for the child: adoption, guardianship, or long term foster care. Parental rights may be terminated at this hearing. On 02/13/2020, the Human Services Agency will recommend termination of parental rights. The child may be ordered placed in long term foster care, subject to the regular review of the Juvenile Court; or, a legal guardian may be appointed for the child and letters of guardianship be issued; or, adoption may be identified as the permanent placement goal and the Court may order that efforts be made to locate an appropriate adoptive family for the child for a period not to exceed 180 days and set the matter for further review; or, parental rights may be terminated. You are entitled to be present at the hearing with your attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, you are entitled to have the Court appoint counsel for you. A thirty-day continuance may be granted if necessary for counsel to prepare the case. At all termination proceedings, the Court shall consider the wishes of the child and shall act in the best interest of the child. Any order of the Court permanently terminating parental rights under this section shall be conclusive and binding upon the minor person, upon the parent or parents, and upon all other persons who have been served with citation by publication or otherwise. After making such an order, the Court shall have no power to set aside, change, or modify it, but this shall not be construed to limit the rights to appeal the order. If the Court, by order or judgment, declares the child free from the custody and control of both parents, or one parent if the other no longer has custody and control, the Court shall, at the same time, order the child referred to the licensed County adoption agency for adoptive placement by that agency. The rights and procedures described above are set forth in detail in the California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 366.26. You are referred to that section for further particulars. Michael J. Planet, Executive Officer and Clerk, County of Ventura, State of California. Dated: 12/24/2019 by: Mary Wolfrey Deputy Clerk, Children and Family Services Social Worker. 1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23/20 CNS-3327035#/27178 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Notice is HEREBY given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code of the California Self-Service Storage Facilities Act, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 17th day of January 2020, at 9:00 A.M, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at A Vineyard Self Storage at 3500 E. Vineyard Ave. in Oxnard, CA in the County of Ventura: Ashley Greenspun 1016 3018 Thomas Dawley 3035 Raul Owens 3158 Gabriel I. Morales 437 James Ennis 507 Carletta Ferrer 7134 Patrick Burns 8129 Gregorio Martinez Mendez Property to be sold is misc. household gds, appliances, furn.,

electronics, tv’s, stero equip., bikes, toys, ice-chests, clothing, bgs, bxs & misc. personal contents. Purchases must be paid in cash only. Items sold as is where is. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Further terms at sale. Auctioneer: O’Brien’s Auction and Vehicle Lien Service, LLC. Bond# 14663730099, RS 47399, Telephone: 951-6814113. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20 and 1/9/20./27123 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2019-00537695CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed DEC 23 2019, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. PETITION OF: Kevin Hao-Shiang NamKataoka FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: KEVIN HAO-SHIANG NAM-KATAOKA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: KEVIN HAOSHIANG NAM-KATAOKA to Kevin Hao-Shiang Nam. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 02/10/2020. Time: 8:20 AM. Dept.: 41. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week each week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER. Date: DEC 23 2019. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, /s/ Michael D. Planet, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: VANESSA OROZCO, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20, 1/9/20, 1/16/20 and 1/23/20./27201 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Orange Co. Inc. will sell at public lien sale on January 22, 2020, the personal property in the belowlisted units, which may include but are not limited to: household and personal items, office and other equipment. The public sale of these items will begin at 09:30 AM and continue until all units are sold. PUBLIC STORAGE # 23411, 740 Arcturus Ave, Oxnard, CA 93033, (805) 248-7083 A013 - Sandoval, Francisco; B015 - Roberts, Tim; B054 - Lopez, Andy; B055 - Guerrero, Berenice; C036 - Cantrell, Bryan; F068 Broude, Anthony; F117 - Sierra, Albert; F156 - Campa, Isabel; F237 - benton, crystal; F279 - Gutierrez, Adan; F288 - walzer, douglas;

LEGAL F292 - Campos, Jose; F331 Garcia, Maria; F380 - Perez, Mary Lou; F422 - Peralta, Christopher; F423 - Pena Hernandez, Art; F507 - Dotsy, Wendy; F514 - Hyde, Larry; F520 - Stalsworth, Victoria; F548 - Dulaff, Penny; F572 - Miller, Samantha PUBLIC STORAGE # 23050, 4400 McGrath St, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 324-6011 B319 - Smith, David; B343 - Morales, Manny; C219 Hernandez, Laura; H070 - DeSario, Calvin; H267 - Mason, Christian; H278 - Thomas, Michael; H289 - Todden-Cooper, Erika; I006 - Brown, Christopher; K023 Melton, Carlos; K045 - Waggoner, Lin; K299 - Powers, Joseph PUBLIC STORAGE # 26812, 6435 Ventura Blvd, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 329-5384 C019 - Yost, Christopher; C208 Gutierrez, Jennifer; C232 - Ferreira, Victor; D007 - Burns, Joseph; D018 - Soto, Daniel; D097 - Fries, Chris; D163 - Herman, Robert; D189 Fields, Jazmin; D260 - Montoya, Jesse; D265 - Prieto, Luz; D335 Cordero, Randall PUBLIC STORAGE # 24110, 5515 Walker Street, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 312-9304 A003 - Adibi, Michael; B074 - Sanders Robles, Victoria; B115 - Nunez, Paris; B148 Rinkovsky, Akym; B192 - Doran, Jessica; D296 - Jackson, Myrna; D397 - Gonzalez, Luis; E407 Tuel, Charles; E425 - Vaughn, Elenore; E432 - Burl, Eric; E481 Arredondo, Victor PUBLIC STORAGE # 25779, 161 E Ventura Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036, (805) 456-6430 B554 - Burns, Krista; B603 Duran, Frank; B657 - Brush, Nicholas; R355 - Fields, Destinee; W120 - Andrade, Gloria; W194 Mensah, Oscar PUBLIC STORAGE # 24529, 30921 Agoura Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91361, (818) 332-3029 3029 - Lorenz, Troy; 3115 Boettcher, Ann PUBLIC STORAGE # 20154, 23811 Ventura Blvd, Calabasas, CA 91302, (818) 226-2864 F062 - Buccelli, Megan; F131 - Thomas, Denise; G109 Clamorohouse, K.C; G202 - scott, lori Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be in cash or credit card-no checks. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. By PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244-8080. Bond No. ALL SALES ARE SUBJECT TO PRIOR CANCELLATION. TERMS, rules and regulations available at sale. Dated this 2nd& 9th of January 2020 by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Ave., Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 244-8080, Bond No. 6052683. 1/2, 1/9/20 CNS-3324868#/27124 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF LIENED PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that a closed bid public auction will be held at MARINA SELF STORAGE 2600 W WOOLEY ROAD OXNARD, CALIFORNIA 93035 on 01/17/20 at 9:45 AM to satisfy the lien on the property stored at the address above in the units listed. Tenants notated the inventories listed at the time of rental. Landlord makes

no representation or warranty that the units contain said inventories. Ashly M. Nieves C021 8123 Cortney I. Foster C066 Daniel Sanchez A076 Kashia C. Nelsonloyd All units must be paid for at the time of sale. No checks accepted. No one under the age of 18 is allowed to attend the sale. Each person attending must sign in and agree to follow all Rules and Regulations of the sale. The landlord reserves the right to bid at the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is” and must be removed by 5:00 PM on the day following the sale. Shelving is property of landlord; do not remove unless authorized. Buyers must provide a current, original or a photocopy of their original resale permit at time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20 and 1/9/20./27241

Fict. Business Names FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20191204-10021964-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MARCY’S EUROPEAN TAILORING AND ALTERATIONS, 2843 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Marcela Musilek, 10674 Orange Cir., Ventura, CA 93004. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1997. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Marcela Musilek, Marcela Musilek. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 4, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26664 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112110021375-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) SHINE WELLNESS, 2) SHINE WELLNESS VENTURA, 701 E Santa Clara St., Ste. 40, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, Sara Guerra, 1519 Buena Vista St., Ventura, CA 93001. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is

true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Sara Guerra, Sara Guerra. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 21, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26680 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112710021689-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ED RECYCLING, 3050 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Luz Duran, 5045 Norway Dr., Ventura, CA 93001, Jesus Cruz Contreras, 5045 Norway Dr., Ventura, CA 93001. This business is conducted by: Copartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Luz Duran, Luz A. Duran. NOTICE in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 27, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26665 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112910021745-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LAKESIDE FAMILY COUNSELING & INTERVENTION SERVICES, INC., 1500 Palma Dr., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, LAKESIDE FAMILY COUNSELING & INTERVENTION

SERVICES, INC., 1500 Palma Dr., Ventura, CA 93003. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ LAKESIDE FAMILY COUNSELING & INTERVENTION SERVICES, INC., Heidi Johnson, Heidi Johnson, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 29, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26666 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120210021813-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ANITA’S SPIRIT GAS & MINI MART, 415 East Thompson Blvd., Ventrua, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, California, ANISHAN SERVICES, INC., 415 East Thompson Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/02/2006. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ ANISHAN SERVICES, INC., Saleem Patel, Saleem Patel, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 2, 2019. PUBLISHED:

Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26667 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120510022075-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER, 2) VENTANA MONTHLY, 700 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, Arizona, Strickbine Publishing, Inc., 1620 W. Fountainhead Parkway, Suite 219, Tempe, AZ 85282. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/01/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ Strickbine Publishing, Inc., Steven T. Strickbine, Steven T. Strickbine, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 5, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26668 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112110021381-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MARCH TILE CO, 644 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Frederick Leftwich March IV, 644 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura, CA 93003. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Frederick Leftwich March IV, Frederick Leftwich March IV. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious

business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 21, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26663 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019121010022271-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: STS ESPORTS, 130 West Cochran Street, Suite A, Simi Valley, CA 93065, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, PACIFIC ONESOURCE, INC., 130 West Cochran Street, Suite A, Simi Valley, CA 93065. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/10/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ PACIFIC ONESOURCE, INC., Clark Buch, Clark Buch, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 10, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/19/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/2020 and 1/9/2020./26786 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019121610022593-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) CROSSROADS VILLAGE, 2) OXNARD VILLAGE CENTER, 501669 S. Ventura Road, Oxnard, CA 93030, Ventura County, CA, W, D & W Company,a Watt Properties, Inc., General Partner, 2716 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 2025, Santa Monica, CA 90405. This business is conducted by: A Limited Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/1/2000. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Allison Lynch, Allison Lynch, President. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section

17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 16, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/19/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/2020 and 1/9/2020./26812 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120410021989-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) KEY HOMES SOLUTIONS, 2) KHS, 3) KEY HOMES, 1891 Sunridge Dr., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, Neveda, KEY HOMES SOLUTIONS, LLC, 1891 Sunridge Dr., Ventura, CA 93003. This Business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ KEY HOMES SOLUTIONS, LLC, Berlin, Berlin, Manager. NOTICEIn accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 4, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/19/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/2020 and 1/9/2020./26780 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019121310022539-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CAMARILLO SPRINGS HOUSE CLEANING, 2266 Calle Bellota, Camarillo, CA 93010, Ventura County, Juan Carlos Cortes, 2266 Calle Bellota, Camarillo, CA 93010. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information

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LEGAL In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Juan Carlos Cortes, Juan Carlos Cortes. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 13, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/26/19, 1/2/20, 1/9/20 and 1/16/20./27097 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019121910022887-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MULTITUDES CONSULTING, 171 Maria Lane, Camarillo, CA 93010, Ventura County, Cecilia Castelblanco Ward, 171 Maria Lane, Camarillo, CA 93010. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Cecilia Castelblanco Ward, Cecilia Castelblanco Ward. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 19, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/26/19, 1/2/20, 1/9/20 and 1/16/20./27098 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019121210022476-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SAFE AT LAST DRAIN CLEANING AND LEAK DETECTION, 5227 Aurora Dr., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Aaron Michael

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Islas, 1910 St. Andrews Ct., Oxnard, CA 93036. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Aaron Michael Islas, Aaron Islas. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 12, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/26/19, 1/2/20, 1/9/20 and 1/16/20./27096 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019121710022657-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) SOCAL DENTAL TECH, 2) SOCAL DENTAL PARTS, 641 Doris Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030, Ventura County, FRANKLIN SALAVERRIA, 641 Doris Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/17/2019. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ FRANKLIN SALAVERRIA, Franklin Salaverria. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 17, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20, 1/9/20, 1/16/20 and 1/23/20./27202 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20191218-

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10022768-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: URITZ LAW OFFICE, 845 Miller Court, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Curt W. Uritz, 845 Miller Court, Ventura, CA 93003. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Curt W. Uritz, Curt W. Uritz. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 18, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20, 1/9/20, 1/16/20 and 1/23/20./27203 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20191219-10022948-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MATHEW AND SON FABRICATION, 1784 Marcella Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065, Ventura County, Mathew James Bellefontaine, 1784 Marcella Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/19/2019. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ MATHEW AND SON FABRICATION, Mathew Bellefontaine. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 19,

2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20, 1/9/20, 1/16/20 and 1/23/20./27204 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019122310023018-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DORA MONTESTRUQUE INTERPRETING SERVICES, 1007 Via Cielito, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Dora Montestruque, 1007 Via Cielito, Ventura, CA 93003. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12-23-19. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars($1.000).) /s/ DORA MONTESTRUQUE, Dora Montestruque. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 23, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 1/2/20, 1/9/20, 1/16/20 and 1/23/20./27205

Probate NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WALLACE MARINE, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2019-00533648PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WALLACE MARINE. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Constance M. White & Michelle A. Marine, MD in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Constance M. White & Michelle A. Marine, MD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the

proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 6, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J-6. Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Courthouse. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Nancy Reinhardt, Esq. (CA State Bar No. 148520), 16133 Ventura Boulevard, Penthouse Suite A, Encino, CA 91436, (818) 784-8910. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/19/2019, 12/26/2019 and 1/2/2020./26782 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PAULA JEAN MCGRATH CASE NO. 56-201900537029-PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PAULA JEAN MCGRATH. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARY KATHLEEN MCGRATH in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MARY KATHLEEN MCGRATH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent

administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 02/05/20 at 9:00AM in Dept. J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner GABRIEL R. DUARTE SBN 266171 MUSICK, PEELER & GARRETT LLP 2801 TOWNSGATE ROAD, SUITE 200 WESTLAKE VILLAGE CA 91361 12/26/19, 1/2, 1/9/20 CNS-3324545#/27090 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BARBARA J. HALEY, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2019-00537515PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of BARBARA J. HALEY. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Petitioner ELEANOR HATTEN-WADE. in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: ELEANOR HATTEN-WADE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain

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