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2018 Political endorsements by VCReporter Staff

OPINION

Volume 42, Issue 43

DEPARTMENTS

Sharper Focus: Pop Quiz No. 4 by Raymond Freeman Editorial Letters

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NEWS

After Dark _______________________ 16

Eye on the Environment: Avoiding food waste and electronic damage during power outages by David Goldstein In Brief by Chris O’Neal Planet Ventura: Heroes on wheels, Human rights

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Free Will Astrology ________________ 28 Legal Advertising _________________ 29 Happenings ______________________ 26 Surf Report ______________________ 35

Dead and disturbed: Local landmarks that are hotspots for paranormal activity by Dane Edmonson

12 ART + CULTURE

On Stage: Return to the Forbidden Planet at the Rubicon Theatre Company and Shrek The Musical at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza by Emily Dodi and Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer

14 MUSIC

Far out: Tech N9ne and Planet Pyune come into Ventura’s orbit on Oct. 27 by Alan Sculley

Cover: Be sure to let your voice be heard this Noveember 6. VOTE!

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The Old Man & the Gun: Redford happily retires by Tim Pompey Out of the Coffin: Halloween Spooktacular: A holiday entertainment guide from beyond by Chris O’Neal

24 IN GOOD TASTE

Homeward Bound by Dane Edmonson Side Dish: Some like it hot

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OPINION Letters

Best of Ventura County praise Astonishing! Beautiful! Colorful! Excellent! Nostalgic! Superb crate label artwork suitable for framing if printed on better paper. Hint: fundraiser Ellen Altamirano Ventura

Shame on you! In response to Paul Moomjean, Right Persuasion, “Somewhere Jerry Falwell is smiling about Bert and Ernie,” Oct. 4 Dear Mr Moomjean: My living of life as a gay man in a 40-year relationship is NOT a lifestyle. Your use of that word several times in your ridiculous VC Reporter editorial is an insult. I sure wish I had gay role models growing up to show that it is OK to like other boys (just as media shows heterosexuality). Perhaps I wouldn’t have grown up feeling flawed by living what you term a “controversial lifestyle.” I’m frightened to think of your bias toward homosexuality and how it may have affected some of your students. Of course, you will come back and say, “Some of my best friends are gay,” right? If Bert and Ernie were shown to be gay from Day One, many young boys would not have been harassed nor have taken their own lives out of shame. I guess you only believe in a heterosexual agenda and give Falwell and others permission for an anti-gay agenda. Shame on you! Glenn Goveia Ventura

Gross lies regarding ballot propositions In my 75 years in this world, I have heard thousands of lies, big and small and in between. The biggest lie I ever read about was the one told by Hitler, in 1938, when he said he had no more territorial claims to make after annexing part of Czechoslovakia (Sudetenland). The next biggest lie or lies are the ones regarding ballot propositions, both pro and con. This year is no exception. Looking at the TV ads arguing for or against current ballot propositions, after reading what the voter guides say about same, it is tough to see any similarity. The voter guides say one thing about the propositions and the TV ads say things that are not remotely similar. Flagrantly FALSE, BIG lies seem to be the rule and not the exception!! Not one word of REAL truth in any of them!! What the foregoing means, folks, is that voters MUST, repeat MUST, stop using their brains for cushions (which they do when they believe anything the see and hear from the false TV ads) and use them to THINK (after they read what the voter guides say). What ever happened to the laws about false advertising? Apparently TV ads, regarding the pros and cons of ballot propositions, are no longer

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covered. Maybe the laws are simply NOT being enforced by the FCC or FTC, or MAYBE none of the “SHEEPLE” has submitted any complaints!! Look at who is paying for the false TV ads!! Certainly NOT the citizens or voters of California who might benefit from the passage of these propositions. Follow the money folks and STOP using your brains for cushions. THINK, READ, and THINK again before you cast a vote in total ignorance!! JOHN JAY Oxnard

In awe of his energy level, integrity I have known and worked closely with Kevin Clerici for many years, on the Ventura Botanical Gardens board as well as the DVO/DVP (business improvement district). I am in awe of his energy level, integrity and commitment to service to our community, especially Clean and Safe in our downtown and Area 1. His proven leadership abilities and knowledge of city operations plus the only candidate who lives and works in District One make him uniquely qualified, in my opinion, to be the best choice for City Council Area One. Please see more of his past service at https://kevinforventura. com/about-kevin-3 Mike Merewether Ventura

Civics class propaganda In his recent column “What Would Bill Bowerman Do” (Right Persuasion, Sept. 13), Paul Moomjean did a propaganda tour de force. First, the very title is the well-known APPEAL TO AUTHORITY. And Mr. Moomjean chooses to use as his authority a figure now dead for over two decades, thus his position can never be determined. The second technique is when he says, “While I stand for the national anthem, and love this country …” which is a blatant wrapping of oneself in the flag, APPEALING TO PATRIOTISM and the implication that anyone who disagrees is unpatriotic. Next he adds, “He simply sees his celebrity as an opportunity to showcase his beliefs….” This is of course the time-honored STRAW MAN. Define the opponent falsely, and easily dispatch that false image. Reading Mr. Moomjean’s column, one never learns that Colin Kaepernick so loves this country’s commitment to equal justice for all that he wants to end the extrajudicial killing of unarmed black men by police officers. One never learns Colin Kaepernick maintains a dialogue with a veteran who convinced him that kneeling was both a way of showing respect while still expressing his concerns. Mr. Moomjean, respect your readers intelligence, stop the ninth-grade civics class propaganda, and actually discuss issues with verifiable facts. Norman Rodewald Moorpark

Meyer-Morris for school board Deborah Meyer-Morris is a highly effective and knowledgeable candidate running for VUSD Area 4 School Board, and I am encouraging your readers to vote for her.

Deborah’s qualifications are so impressive that she has earned the endorsement of our local Democratic Party. She is a parent, an attorney and a caring neighbor. And she has a proven track record for bringing about positive change for our community. I remember the leadership role Deborah played many years ago in stopping the BP Liquid Natural Gas pipeline when she was president of the Oxnard Council of PTAs. This project would have resulted in increased pollution by foreign companies that wished to import liquid natural gas and build a huge transfer station off Ormond Beach. Deborah’s ability to research the issues at hand and work with large numbers of community members were effective and yielded results. I am confident that these same capabilities would serve her well if she were elected to the school board. Regarding issues related to our schools, Deborah has told me that one of her top priorities would be to streamline and improve communication modes between parents and schools. This would mean revamping websites and clarifying accessibility so that parents could easily reach school and district sites for information. She would work to strengthen and enforce antibullying policies. An additional area that Deborah would like to see improved is vocational education offerings for high school students. These are just a few of her concerns related to educational opportunities for our youth. She has knocked on doors all over our neighborhood and is eager to discuss them with you. An educated population, starting with our youngest, is the cornerstone of any democracy. A vote for Deborah Meyer-Morris would help ensure a quality public education for our current and future generations. Annette Halpern Ventura

MANAGING EDITOR Michael Sullivan ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer STAFF WRITER Chris O’Neal CONTRIBUTORS Michael Cervin, David Cotner, David Michael Courtland, Ivor Davis, Emily Dodi, Alicia Doyle, Dane Edmondson, Raymond Freeman, Daniel Gelman, Chuck Graham, Steve Greenberg, Jason R. Hill, Chris Jay, Daphne Khalida Kilea, Carl Kozlowski, Karen Lindell, Kelly McCartney, Jim Medina, Paul Moomjean, Mike Nelson, Tim Pompey, Dave Randall, Kimberly Rivers, Emily Savage, Kathy Jean Schultz, Alan Sculley, Linda G. Silvestri, Kit Stolz, Mark Storer, Sabriga Turgon, Charles Ward, Alex Wilson, Leslie A. Westbrook, Kateri Wozny ART DIRECTOR • PRODUCTION MANAGER T Christian Gapen GRAPHIC DESIGNER Bret Hooper SALES TEAM LEADER Warren Barrett ADVERTISING SALES Jon Cabreros, Barbara Kroon, Diane Newman, Kelly Spargur, Dave Stephens RECEPTION/LEGALS Tori Behar ACCOUNTING Yiyang Wang BUSINESS MANAGER Linda Lam HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER Andrea Baker PUBLISHER David Comden

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Not in the pocket of special interests I am concerned about the Ventura City Council District 5 race. Jim Friedman takes money from COLAB (the sponsors of the antiSOAR initiative), the Ventura auto mall dealers, big agriculture and has been a paid consultant for the LaViera hillside development (that Regent Properties wanted to build on the Ventura hillsides). What happens when a matter involving any one of these entities comes before the City Council for a vote? Do you think he would be impartial? Marie Lakin takes no money from special interests. My vote goes to her. Yasmin Attar Ventura

Proven quality leadership I encourage you to vote for Erik Nasarenko for Ventura City Council District 4. I first met Erik many years ago while I was coaching my daughter’s AYSO team and he was volunteering as an AYSO referee. Through the years, as families who have kids the same age often do in Ventura, we would bump into each other. Erik always presents himself as a friendly, caring and honest dad who loves his family. When you talk with Erik you quickly get the sense of how well-spoken and sharp he is. But what has always been most impressive to me is Erik’s listening skills.

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Since Erik was elected to the Ventura City Council in 2013 he has proven to show strong leadership. He is one of the Councilmembers who always appears to understand each issue, asks the right questions and gives suggestions on how to get the best outcome for Venturans. I have personally reached out to Erik as a Councilman and he has always responded professionally with compassion and intelligence. As a Councilman he has always made me feel “heard” and “supported.” As Ventura moves forward from the Thomas Fire and my family, like so many Venturans, begin our Thomas Fire total home rebuild, we need Erik Nasarenko’s proven quality leadership now more than ever! Please take the time to vote for Erik Nasarenko for Ventura City Council District 4 on November 6. Spencer Duffey Ventura

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Avoiding food waste and electronic damage during power outages by David Goldstein

outhern California Edison recently sent letters to many customers in Ventura County notifying them of the possibility power may be shut off in high-risk areas during times of dangerous fire conditions. Power companies also sometimes notify customers before shutting down power for maintenance purposes. If you expect your power will be off for more than a couple of hours, and you are concerned about food spoilage or damage to electronics, there are a few things you should know. Betty Huff, Manager of the Community Services Section of the Ventura County Environmental Health Division, notes food that defrosts but stays at or below 41 degrees is likely to be safe. For comparison, regulations allow restaurants to keep food for up to two hours out of a refrigerator during “diligent preparation,” and then restaurant staff can

return it to a refrigerator and serve it. With sufficient notice of a power outage, you can do a few things to help your food stay cold. Move foods from your refrigerator to your freezer, and keep both the refrigerator and freezer closed during the outage. A full freezer holds cold better than an empty one, so adding cups of water in advance of an outage can be a useful strategy. Another tip is to separate meat and poultry items from other foods, so if they begin to thaw, their juices will not drip onto other foods. Electronics are another area of concern following a power outage. A sudden loss of power may result in data loss, and repeated instances may cause bad sectors in a hard drive. The real danger, however, comes the moment electricity is restored. Overvoltage sometimes surges through power lines, posing a risk to electronic devices. Anthony Delgaudio, owner of All PC Solutions in Moorpark, says that some

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people worry about the risk to computer motherboards, but the real threat is to power supplies at the moment power is restored. This risk is not large compared to the risk of a surge from a lightning storm, and neither risk is as large as the threat to computer power supplies from overheating. Reduce this danger by cleaning fans and avoiding dust accumulation. Problems with power outages and surges are easily solved. An uninterruptable power supply can save data during an outage, a surge protector protects a device, and a whole-house surge suppressor (costing about $100, with installation by an electrician costing another $100) can prevent damage from a surge. Each time a surge protector does its job, resulting damage can reduce effectiveness for the next surge. Reduce waste from power outages by F taking basic precautions.

STONE ARTISTS CONVERGE ON VENTURA FAIRGROUNDS

Time to rock out at the Ventura County Fairgrounds: The stonemasons and artists have arrived. An international organization known as The Stone Foundation is in the midst of a three-day exhibition in Ventura. The Stonework Symposium features presentations and demonstrations, installation of a communal public art project and games tailored toward stonemasons: wheelbarrow steeplechase, “Lithibolos” (bocce ball with stone balls) and stone-stacking contests. The three-day event began on Wednesday, Oct. 24, and runs through Friday, Oct. 26. For a full schedule of events, visit www. stoneworksymposium2018.net/presentations.php.

SIGN GRANT AVAILABLE FOR NONPROFITS

FASTSIGNS of Ventura has announced that it is accepting grant applications from nonprofits in Ventura County for a package worth over $1,000 to be used to raise awareness of their specific campaign. The grant package includes a full -color table throw, retractable banner stand with graphics, table top signs and 250 decals and postcards. “Getting noticed with great signs and graphics can increase fundraising, membership, volunteer support and more,” said Saurabh Bajaj, owner. “Last year Straight Up Ventura County earned the grant for their commitment to youth advocacy, peer education and parent education as they clearly demonstrated a need for the sign grant and a plan for using the items.” Applications will be accepted through Nov. 30. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/fastsignsofventura.

Planet Ventura Country HEROES ON WHEELS

ore than 50 wounded veterans and supporters cycled 400 miles from Santa Cruz to Ventura during the annual UnitedHealthcare California Challenge Oct. 14-19, benefiting Project Hero, a nonprofit that helps veterans and first responders affected by injury, post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury achieve rehabilitation, recovery and resilience in their daily lives.

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ozens of protestors came out Monday night to make their voices heard over a recent proposal first reported by the New York Times on Sunday, that the Trump administration would narrow the definition of gender to male or female at birth and it would be unchangeable later in life. Pictured are Audrey Ford, Crystal Star, Joseph Summers, Manny Edgar-Beltran, his daughter Linda and husband Andy.

A commercial spiny lobster fishery near Anacapa Island has been closed after tests revealed unhealthy levels of domoic acid, a potent neurotoxin. The California Department of Public Health recommended that the fishery be closed, while recreational fishing for the spiny lobster remains open, though anglers should avoid consuming the viscera, also known as tomalley, and roe (eggs). Domoic acid is produced by naturally occurring marine algae. When algae increases, so too does the level of domoic acid, particularly in shellfish. The federal action level — which would result in a closure, including this one — is 20 parts per million in the viscera of the spiny lobster. In this case, the average of seven samples of the viscera were 78.3 parts per million; the sampling was taken on Sept. 28. The fishery will remain closed until officials determine that domoic acid levels no longer pose a health risk to the public.

Prepare for a fright, local radio owners, as two local theater troupes will come together to present “Castle Minion University” featuring acclaimed Home Improvement actor Richard Karn this weekend and Halloween night. Every Now and Then Theatre in Ventura and Conejo Players Theatre in Thousand Oaks collaborated on fundraising for the show, which will be broadcast on Newstalk 1590 KVTA. Karn, who portrayed Al Borland on the hit series Home Improvement, provides the voice of the narrator, who will introduce several acts. Each will feature a devilish minion describing its work causing fear and chaos around the world, such as giving birth to the boogeyman, Area 51 and even the Boston Tea Party. While the show will be a treat for listeners, it also serves a helpful purpose. “Our all-volunteer Every Now and Then Theatre is starting its 29th year, currently with 47 awards,” said the troupe’s National Representative Maria Laing. “Our productions help benefit children services both locally and now nationally.” Funds raised by the production will benefit local charity Children’s Services Auxiliary of Ventura County. The show will broadcast on Saturday, October 27, at 6 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.; Sunday, October 28, at 7 a.m., noon, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Wednesday, October 31, at 7 p.m. For more information on the show, visit www.everynowandthentheatre. com. — Chris O’Neal

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omentum of the disappointment and fear emanating from Election Day 2016 has made this Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 6, the most pivotal time in recent history with respect to our democracy. While Democrats have renewed vigor in the election process to win what they can in Congress, the president’s supporters and the GOP have a lot of hope to maintain and keep pushing forward what they have accomplished thus far. For Democrats, Republicans in power mean more chaos and regressive and inhumane policies. Republicans hope to continue undoing what they see as an unfair encumbrance of bad policies set by Democrats. On a local level, district elections are proving to be almost as polarizing and anger-inducing as Democrats versus Republicans. But there remains a profound hope in democracy as being fair and just to the citizens of the United States and of Ventura County. For this election cycle, we chose to endorse candidates for the new district elections for Oxnard and Ventura, plus measures and state propositions. The vast number of candidates running for office from school boards and the college district to various municipal districts, and so on, would take an army to fully vet. Our endorsements are based on our experiences working with candidates in the past as well as performance at forums and during interviews. When it comes to choosing the best to represent personal interests, however, voters should take initiative to learn as much as they feel comfortable with before they vote. Do your part to make your community and this country the best it can be: VOTE!

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CITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS OXNARD CITY COUNCIL MAYOR

The last three years of Tim Flynn’s administration has been dominated by the battle over a wastewater rate increase. Challenger Aaron Starr won the latest round of that battle when a judge ruled Oxnard voters legally repealed that increase. But the battle isn’t over: The city can still appeal the ruling. Deciding whether to vote for Flynn, Starr or Mario Quintana comes down to whether one believes the rate increase is necessary. We believe it is. The notion that Oxnard’s older-than-the-hills infrastructure can be fixed without raising rates flies in the face of fiscal reality and only delays the inevitable — rates will have to be raised sooner or later. Among his accomplishments, Flynn has reduced graffiti, repaved streets and improved the permit application process. Vote for Tim Flynn.

DISTRICT 1

Kenneth Oplinger’s 26 years of experience in municipal government are the deciding factor in a contest among three solid candidates. Despite the recentness of the Thomas Fire, Oplinger is the only candidate to talk about disaster preparedness and addressing climate change. Unlike other candidates who talk about letting churches and nonprofits deal with the homeless in Oxnard — a polite way of saying, “they’re not our problem” — Oplinger believes city government should be actively involved in dealing with a matter that isn’t going to go away. Oplinger’s economic development plans dovetail with Mayor Tim Flynn’s oft-stated goal of bringing higher-paying jobs to the city. Incumbent Bert Perello and challenger Kari Cryder are both capable — Perello has clearly demonstrated how much he cares and is willing — but Oxnard needs someone who not only has experience but is forward-thinking. Vote for Kenneth Oplinger.

DISTRICT 2

Incumbent Carmen Ramirez has a long list of accomplishments during her tenure since 2008 as a City Councilwoman and Mayor Pro-Tem. She touts financial responsibility, steadiness during the hardest times on the city, such as the DA investigation, and a caring and compromising attitude when it comes to

a plethora of concerns facing both residents and city staff. She survived a recall election, is bilingual and is absolutely dedicated to environmental health. Vote for Carmen Ramirez.

DISTRICT 5

Of the three people competing for this spot, one can be quickly eliminated — Larry Stein should stick to harassing the City Council at meetings. Elizabeth White and Gabriela Basua are both capable and knowledgeable. The critical difference between them is that Basua’s professional experience has been with the City of Port Hueneme, but White’s is with the City of Oxnard. She is familiar with City Hall and aware of the issues facing South Oxnard. White chairs the Cypress Neighborhood Council and so has been actively representing her Spanish-speaking, working-class neighborhood; she worked with Oxnard’s downtown special business district manager. White has business experience as past manager of private bus and shuttle operator Pegasus Transit. Most importantly, she is the only candidate who has emphasized Oxnard’s need to work with the Port of Hueneme on its tentative plans to expand, which would bring jobs to a blighted district. Vote for Elizabeth White.

DISTRICT 6

Army veteran Francine Castanon’s platform targets the needs of the district. Those include improved public safety with more sidewalks and streetlights and making sure the police and fire departments have enough resources to provide service to South Oxnard. But the most important skill Castanon would bring to the council is her sharp grasp of municipal financing and spending. That skill has come in handy more than once during Castanon’s five years on Oxnard’s Commission on Homelessness, as she made sure organizations that serve Oxnard’s homeless got critically needed federal funds. Vote for Francine Castanon.

VENTURA CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1

District 1, which includes roughly half of downtown Ventura and all of the West Side, is

a diverse swath of neighborhoods that needs a representative knowledgeable and committed to the population that lives and works there. Of the four candidates running, two stand out for consideration: Kevin Clerici and Sofia Rubalcava. As executive director of the Downtown Ventura Partnership, Kevin Clerici has the most experience working with the business community, city and council and would be a solid representative for Ventura’s west side business interests. District-based elections, however, are meant to bring forth the best representative of the entire district, someone who can speak for everyone. Having lived close to downtown, Clerici recently moved to District 1 earlier this year. Sofia Rubalcava grew up on the West Side, the daughter of first generation immigrants who moved to Ventura in the 1970s. At a candidate forum on Oct. 3, Rubalcava addressed attendees in both Spanish and English. Her experience as the former district translator for the Ventura Unified School District as well as her role as a chief steward for the California School Employee Association, Santa Barbara chapter, gives her an edge at bridging the gap between the long underrepresented West Side and the rest of the city. Likewise, Rubalcava would be a strong advocate for environmental protections and cleanup, as the district bears the depressing title of being the most environmentally polluted in the city. The West Side needs a representative that can serve as both the face and voice of its community. Vote for Sofia Rubalcava for District 1.

DISTRICT 4

The race for District 4 is proving to be one of the most contentions battles when it comes to challenging incumbent Erik Nasarenko. Over the last five years since he was first elected to City Council, Nasarenko has maintained a balanced and caring perspective when it comes to the district and the concerns of Venturans in general. He has proven that he takes his role in addressing residents’ needs seriously, attending and leading important events, being educated and informed and doing what he says he is going to do.

It’s hard to argue against Nasarenko’s reelection, even if he does want to seek higher office down the road. Nasarenko has not only dedicated himself to his role on the Council, but also has spent his career prosecuting sex offenders and balances his priorities with being family man, a tall task for anyone but Nasarenko continues to do so. Vote for Erik Nasarenko.

DISTRICT 5

Jim Friedman and Marie Lakin are practically household names in Ventura. Friedman not only served two terms as a City Councilman from 1995-2003 and as mayor 1997-1999, but has been a Ventura Harbor Port Commissioner since 2012. Friedman is running again with the hopes of changing the status quo of the makeup of the City Council. Lakin has been actively involved in the community for years, from writing her own blog for the daily paper, working for former State Sen. Fran Pavley, D-Agoura Hills, and serving on numerous boards to raise money for all sorts of issues, from preserving the Serra Cross to enriching the art community and benefiting education. While Friedman brings his professional business acumen to the table, Lakin brings years of understanding the inner workings of government. At this point, however, it’s about passion and perseverance and we feel Lakin shines in those arenas. We feel the residents of District 5 will be heard should Lakin fill that seat. Vote for Marie Lakin.

DISTRICT 6

District 6 seems to be one of the least contentious races for the new district-based election cycle. With only two people running, it could certainly be a tossup. While Charles Kistner Jr. touts experience as a campaign manager, Lorrie Brown works as a management assistant and educator. The race itself has been pretty low key. Brown, however, has demonstrated a profound commitment to serving on the City Council — this is her third run, first in 2013, and then in 2016. With the creation of the districts, we feel she can finally show the city what she is made of. Third time’s a charm, perhaps. Vote for Lorrie Brown. October 25, 2018 —

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political endorsements LOCAL MEASURES RIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND MEASURE L; MESA UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND MEASURE O

School districts routinely seek improvements and modernization for their campuses via bond measures each election. This year, Rio Elementary School District and Mesa Union School District are on the ballot, however, Rio Elementary through Measure L is seeking $59 million versus Mesa Union through Measure O at $9.9 million for the same concerns. Understandably, schools should always be evolving and improving but $59 million seems unreasonable compared to $9.9 million. If residents are going to be in debt repaying bonds, less is more when it comes to oversight and asking for more in the future. Vote No on L and Yes on O.

CAMARILLO, OJAI TERM LIMITS AND MAYOR

Both Camarillo and Ojai have two measures each related to City Council elections. Camaril-

lo’s Measure E limits tenure to no more than three consecutive terms while Measure M limits serving on the council to two, four-year terms total. We understand the need for limits, as there may be candidates who never have a chance of rising through the ranks of political office when pitted against well-known incumbents, but Measure M is too limiting. Vote Yes on Measure E; Vote no on Measure M. In Ojai, Measure J repeals Measure A, which would return to five elected City Council and an appointed mayor versus electing the mayor. We believe in fairness and that the mayor position should be a coveted position, not just a title handed around. But we digress, if Measure A isn’t working for the Ojai residents, if it hasn’t encouraged more to come to the plate to run for mayor, then perhaps a repeal is necessary. Yes on Measure J. Ojai’s Measure K puts a lot of pressure

on any one individual to be mayor for four years instead of two. Passing the baton every two years in the small town of Ojai to prevent burnout in the position seems logical. Vote No on Measure K.

OXNARD’S MEASURES REGARDING SEABRIDGE AT MANDALAY BAY

We are neutral on Measures F, H and I as it relates strictly to issues only the Seabridge community understands.

CANNABIS MEASURES

Oxnard’s Measure G would allow the city to tax cannabis businesses at no more than $10 per canopy square foot for cultivation, 6 percent of gross receipts for retail, and 4 percent for all other cannabis-related businesses. The measure is estimated to generate between $1.2 million to $2.5 million annually. Vote Yes on Measure G. Thousand Oaks’ Measure P and Simi Valley’s Measure Q are a copy and

paste of Oxnard’s Measure G, taxing at the same rate. Santa Paula’s Measure N is similar, though it would enact a tax on cannabis businesses of up to $25 per square foot of space utilized for cannabis cultivation/processing, and up to 10 percent of gross receipts from the sale of cannabis and related products. All three measures are progress for the cities and for the residents. Vote Yes on Measures P, Q and N. Simi Valley’s Measure S asks “if” the city allows cannabis businesses in the future, “should those businesses be limited to operate only in the City’s Sexually Oriented Business Overlay Zone?” This is a way for Simi Valley to have its cake and eat it, too; sure, we’ll have cannabis, as long as it maintains its seedy reputation as prescribed by the War on Drugs. The City Council can (and should) regulate cannabis businesses, but Measure S is unnecessarily mean-spirited. Vote no on Measure S.

STATE PROPOSITIONS PROP 1: $4 BILLION FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING

There is no doubt that California needs a practical quick fix to its housing crisis and money helps, $4 billion to be exact. This bond initiative, to be paid back over 35 years at $170 million annually, will provide $1.5 billion for the low-income Multifamily Housing Program, $1 billion for loans to help veterans buy farms and homes, $450 million for infill and transit-oriented housing projects, $300 million for farmworker housing, and $300 million for manufactured and mobile homes. The legislative analyst estimated that it would help tens of thousands of people. This is all good news and great reasons to vote yes, but there is one caveat: Who will be providing oversight to ensure that taxpayers are getting the most bang and high quality for their buck? That is unclear and concerning, given it will be a $4 billion boon to the real estate industry. But we digress. California is in it too deep to keep delaying anything that resembles progress for the housing needs of the state’s poorest and neediest. Vote Yes on Proposition 1.

PROP 2: $2 BILLION FOR MENTALLY ILL HOUSING

When looking at the landscape of housing for the mentally ill, especially those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, it seems to be hitting critical mass. The proposition, however, appears to be simply solidifying that some of the money reserved for mental health services will go toward housing through the No Place Like Home program. The program itself will first need court approval before being funded; that will be settled after the election. The state will use $140 million per year of county mental health funds to repay up to $2 billion in bonds. The negatives? Paying too much and getting too little for the mentally ill. That is a risk that we are willing to take. Vote Yes on Proposition 2.

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PROP 3: $8.9 BILLION FOR WATER SUPPLY, CONSERVANCY PROJECTS Proposition 3 would authorize $8.9 billion in general obligation bonds for multiple conservation and water purposes, a significant portion, $2.35 billion, dedicated to conservancies and state parks for restoration and protection of watersheds in conservancies and state parks. Odd, then, that the Sierra Club opposes it, as do many other environmental advocacy groups. This is because the bond takes money from measures specifically designed to curb climate pollutants and wildfire risk and has the potential to fund dam projects, which have proven environmentally disastrous (see the film Damnation). Further, the measure offers no guidelines on how the money is to be spent. The funds will be appropriated by state agencies with little oversight. California voters already passed an $8 billion water bond in 2014: Proposition 1, the Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act. Do we need another $8 billion bond ($17 billion after interest), sans oversight? Vote No on Proposition 3.

PROP 4: $1.5 BILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION FOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS

This particular bond initiative is targeted toward serving low-income families. While there are two other bonds initiatives that were passed and have funded certain children’s hospitals in the state, this funding appears set to play a role in curtailing the needless suffering of children already disadvantaged in California. It’s pretty hard to argue against it. The only concerns, again, are about oversight and disciplined spending. Vote Yes on Proposition 4.

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PROP 5: UNLIMITED PROPERTY TAX TRANSFERS FOR SENIORS

Pitched as a lifeline to homeowners over the age of 55 and to the disabled who may be on fixed incomes as assistance to overcome moving challenges, truthfully, the proposition has one segment of the population in mind: corporate real estate interests. The law regarding property tax transfers already assists seniors, via an amendment to Prop 13. Seniors over 55 can transfer their

to a home of equal or lesser value within certain counties, on a one-time basis. This proposition would allow anyone over the age of 55 to purchase homes of greater value and retain a lower property tax, anywhere in the state, as many times as they like, benefitting only those wealthy enough to move multiple times. The original law was designed to assist those moving laterally or downsizing. If a senior’s home is worth $600,000 in 2018 but was $200,000 in 1998, a senior moving to a home of equal or lesser value would pay property taxes based on the 1998 assessment. Proposition 5

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allows the wealthy to take advantage of this benefit. Imagine a homeowner, who purchased a home for $200,000, sold it for $600,000 and moved into a $2 million mansion paying taxes as if it were worth $200,000 in 1998. Should it pass, Proposition 5 would amount to a massive tax break to the wealthiest Californians. Further, local city and county governments are set to lose $1 billion in annual revenue, impacting local services. Vote no on Proposition 5.

PROP 6: REPEAL OF THE GAS TAX

When Senate Bill 2 was passed in 2017, it became the painful answer to a long outstanding question: “Who will pay for our crumbling infrastructure?” The price of gas at the pump has since increased, so too the cost of vehicle registration. Proponents of Prop 6 say that SB1 costs the average family an extra $780 annually. In 2015, the nonpartisan, nonprofit transportation research group TRIP released a study showing that due to the poor shape of many American roads, the average vehicle owner spends more than $1,000 annually on car maintenance. Consider wear and tear on tires, less fuel efficiency, maintenance on shocks and brakes when hitting pot holes and cracks. It may not be as visible as the electronic sign at the gas station, but it adds up regardless. It’ll continue adding up, too, if SB1 is repealed. The Ventura County Transportation Commission released a report on Oct. 5 stating what the county has to lose for road maintenance and rehabilitation for 2018 and 2019, should Prop 6 pass: $2.1 million for Thousand Oaks; $3.4 million for Oxnard; $1.8 million for Ventura; $1.1 million for Camarillo; and over $10 million for the unincorporated areas of the county. Overall, the county would lose over $120 million for road and street maintenance and repair and the Rice Avenue Bridge, a project launched to address what is known as one of the most dangerous crossings in the country, would lose $69 million in funding. Vote no on Proposition 6.

PROP 7: PERMANENT DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME

State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson, D-Santa Barbara, has been a firm opponent of Proposition 7, authoring the argument against for the Official Voter Information Guide. Jackson notes that should the state adopt permanent DST (which would require two-thirds vote in the legislature and federal approval, even if approved at the ballot box), “those of you who like to wake up with the sun will wake up in the dark” during the winter months, and she’s right. Proponents however, argue that the constant changing of times between falling back and springing forward raises health risks (increasing stroke risk for some by up to 25 percent), not even mentioning the financial cost in usage of electricity and fuel.

Frankly, nothing will change should Prop 7 pass unless the legislature acts to change it and receives federal approval. Considering the current administration’s knack for saying “no” to all things California, the likelihood of saying byebye to time change soon is unlikely. That’s not to say that the face of the federal government couldn’t change. Prop 7 simply gives the legislature the option. Vote yes.

PROP 8: REGULATING DIALYSIS CLINIC CHARGES

If you have seen the commercials opposing Prop 8, it would seem like anything but a no vote would be cruel. It is, however, a little disconcerting to see how much money has been spent to oppose it ($99 million) versus to support it ($18 million). It seems like a good idea to make health care less about profit and more about actual patient care and accessibility, but that is a massive issue impacting all Americans. We can only hope that there will be some breakthrough soon over health care costs but this isn’t the right initiative to do it. Vote No on Prop 8.

rights are extremely important but the problem is, millions of Californians are already struggling to survive because of the cost of housing and those who already have don’t want to be limited about how much more they can get from those who have little. The results of the Costa-Hawkins Act 23 years later: local City Councils enacting new laws and ordinances to address the increasing number of people sleeping on the street and in cars. Something has to give. Plus, developers need to work with elected officials to get their projects moving anyway and this gives local lawmakers the ability to apply pressure for the needy. If developers want to walk away, so be it. There will be others. There should be a symbiotic relationship between developers and City Council so new laws won’t have to be implemented but at least our elected officials won’t be at the mercy of whatever developers want to meet housing quotas. Vote Yes on Prop 10.

PROP 11: REQUIRING PRIVATE-SECTOR EMTS, PARAMEDICS TO REMAIN ON CALL DURING BREAKS If food-related service workers are required to take breaks, then it seems only logical that high pressure, lower wage workers such as paramedics and EMTs should definitely be

able to have meals and breaks in peace. This proposition, if enacted, says otherwise. Understandably, in an emergency, ambulances should be ready to go. But what is the benefit of having an overworked and tired EMT trying to provide medical care in a dire situation? We don’t see any. Besides, firefighters are already first to arrive on scene and there are plenty of better ways to coordinate emergency care than by forcing those who work in this high strung and chaotic profession to skip their breaks and mealtimes. Vote No on Prop 11.

PROP 12: REQUIRES SIZE STANDARDS FOR PENS OF COMMERCIAL AG ANIMALS

Proposition 2, passed in 2008, banned pregnant pigs, veal calves and egg-laying hens from being unable to stand up, turn around, lay down and extend their limbs in confinement. What it didn’t include, however, were size restrictions of said confinements. Prop 12 requires specific sizes for cages and enclosures for pigs, calves and hens, and by 2022, requires that egg-laying hens be “cage free” in indoor or outdoor systems. The Humane Society says that Prop 12 will improve living conditions for farm animals and prevent extreme confinement. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) says that the measure would further promote the hoax that is “ethical eggs.” When your ultimate goal is to end animal consumption all together, one can see how opinions would split. Proposition 12 amounts to moral choice: Do you want to “feel good” about the food you eat by giving them one square foot to spread their wings (Massachusetts requires 1.5 square feet per hen.) Or would you rather work toward moving consumers away from an industry that requires such regulations? In that light, vote your conscious.

PROP 10: ENACTING RENT CONTROL THROUGH LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

There has certainly been a lot of fear-mongering over this particular bill, but as far as our research has shown, this proposition would simply give local governments the power to choose to approve local measures, giving them some leverage over skyrocketing rental rates, by repealing the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act of 1995. That doesn’t mean elected officials will act. Sure, property

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Dead and disturbed Local landmarks are hotspots for paranormal activity BY DANE EDMONDSON

ctober is, for me, a month filled with nostalgia. My mom and I would plot out our Halloween costumes while my pops dusted off the VHS collection of campy, film-noir slasher flicks. It was a celebration that seemed to last weeks, leading up to that infamous “night of the living high-fructose corn syrup,” and kicked off the holiday season. Yet these warm and fuzzy customs are but a few of the associations surrounding All Hallow’s Eve. Some are of a more macabre, supernatural or paranormal nature. And for individuals who seek communication with another realm, there are several hotspots in Ventura County that are advantageous to such endeavors.

THE SHOW MUST GO ON

Ornate theaters are part of the cultural fabric of America, weaving together the earliest forms of entertainment to create a tapestry that depicts the history and creativity of our country. The Majestic Ventura Theater in Downtown Ventura was, and continues to be, one such champion of the arts. Its inception dates back to 1928, and the grandiose theater played host to a plethora of talent. Some of these performers enjoyed themselves so immensely that they decided to stay . . . forever. During its heyday, the Majestic was frequented by countless visitors. Routine maintenance was necessary to keep the establishment up to par, and the person to whom this responsibility frequently fell was a man named Chester. He was a skilled handyman, capable of making any and all repairs, and one of his recurring tasks was the upkeep of the lavish chandelier that, to this day, hangs from the 30-foot ceiling above what is now the soundboard. One day, Chester set up the enormous ladder to climb toward the ceiling. As he was working, he lost his balance and slipped off the ladder, tragically tumbling to his death. Though void of his physical form, Chester still feels his work is left undone. My tour guide, Stefan Brigati, himself

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a paranormal investigator, elaborates on the lingering spirit of Chester as we embark on our adventure. “A lot of the activity that comes from him [Chester] affects the maintenance staff, the ones trying to do their jobs. The vacuum cord has been pulled out of the wall. Cleaning the restroom only to go back in and find it’s dirty again, and that there’s foot steps on the floor,” Brigati said. “Where he fell, our sound guys have been affected. We even had a show where our head sound guy came outside saying that while he was doing the engineering, he was suddenly being lifted off the ground. Then it proceeded to happen so much that he was casual about it.” Another common apparition floating about the Majestic is that of a young girl, Annabelle. She was supposedly attending a prom at the theater, and happened to be on the stage when a colored glass pane serving as a prop came falling down, beheading her. She is frequently seen dancing across the stage or in the upstairs lobby, often in front of a particular mirror. Annabelle is said to have a sweet and airy demeanor, and sometimes assists staff by keeping a watchful eye on the theater. “She is actually one of the friendliest spirits we have at the Majestic; she’s even been known to help out with

security,” claimed Brigati. “A long time ago, when we took over the theater, we had some staff staying upstairs during renovations. So one night they go to bed and turn off the lights. Well, that’s when some kids [tried] to break in the back door. One of the workers suddenly gets woken up by a woman’s voice, and then runs downstairs to chase the kids away. The next morning he called [manager] Loanne [Wullaert] and was asking where she went after waking him up. She told him that she’d been home all night . . . It was Annabelle.” There are numerous accounts of spirits frequenting the Majestic’s nooks and crannies. From a thin and shadowy figure in the men’s bathroom on the balcony to men in zoot suits smoking cigarettes in the side wall stairway, the theater entertains many permeant occupants. During my tour, the old projector room seemed to run colder than any other area, which Brigati explained was due to the “mad projector.” “One night after a show, we were hanging out with a guy who was a big nonbeliever in the paranormal, and so we asked if he’d be OK with being locked in the projector room for 15 minutes,” Brigati recalled. “And he was saying, ‘I’m not afraid, I’ll go do it now.’ So he goes in there and

and Calvin has since been seen and heard on many occasions by both guests and staff. His murder took place in the infamous room 307, which is said to host the most paranormal activity. This may also be due to the gruesome murder of a woman who, according to reports, was either a prostitute or mistress. Her body was found beheaded in the closet, quite possibly for overhearing some words that she shouldn’t have. Few concrete details are known of this heinous act, but the victim’s restless soul apparently remains to this day, perhaps looking for retribution. Many guests (including the Majestic’s Brigati during an anniversary getaway) have had encounters or reported difficulty sleeping Long before the infamous O.J. Simpson murder or a general sense of anxiety when occupying case dominated the airwaves, a previous “trial of the the room. Staff members have even refused to century” took place in Downtown Ventura . . . and enter it alone. its “star” seems to still pine for the spotlight, many Employee Delfina Johnson has personally years after shuffling off this mortal coil. had a spine-tingling encounter, and lived to tell Elizabeth Ann “Ma” Duncan was a dangerous the tale: “There was no one staying on the third character. She was also the final woman to be executfloor, and I was cleaning room 305, and I see ed in the state of California. Born around 1904, her somebody pass behind me. But I didn’t pay it early days were marked by a nomadic existence. She much attention because I thought it was just was supposedly married and divorced several times, a guest. So I keep cleaning and bring a pile of in may have run a brothel at one point. Impulsive laundry to the door when I see a lady walk down and reactive by nature, she built a reputation as a the hall toward room 307. She was a tall girl, with wicked woman, and one who should not be crossed. long blonde hair and an old dress, like from the None knew this better than Olga Duncan, Ma’s 1930s. But she didn’t have any shoes, and she was onetime caregiver who became the wife of Ma’s moving like she was maybe drunk. So I called son, Frank. According to the rumor mill, Ma had an downstairs and asked if anyone had checked in uncomfortably close relationship with Frank (inviting comparison to a certain fictional motel owner). to the third floor, and they said no. So I go back Wishing to retain her son’s affection exclusively for in to the room to get the rest of the laundry, when herself, she plotted against Frank and Olga’s union I see the lady walk by the doorway again. This from the onset. She made transparent threats and time she seemed to float and move really slow. I even hired a man to imitate Frank for the purpose dropped all of the laundry and my supplies and of annulling the marriage. It was a true example of ran downstairs.” a monster-in-law, and it eventually came to a frightful Manager Dustin Aremburg has endured his crescendo. own unexplainable occurrence. One day he was Ma hired a pair of local thugs to murder Olga, assisting some guests with a holiday photo shoot. along with her unborn child. When authorities found Opting for the fireplace as a backdrop, Aremburg Olga’s body along the Casitas Pass, they determined raised the guest’s camera and instantly noticed a that she had been beaten, strangled and possibly curious sight in the view screen. buried alive. (Dirt was found in her lungs.) When the “I took a picture of a mother and daughter sithired hitmen were later identified and apprehended, ting over by the lobby fireplace, and in both the they promptly flipped on Ma. She was incarcerated pictures you can see this orb that’s very intrifor a time at the Ventura City Hall jail before being cate,” he said. “And you see it close to the ladies sent to San Quentin State Prison, where she would in the first picture, then in the second picture it OPPOSITE: The top of the stairs at the Majestic Ventura Theater and a mirror eventually be executed in the gas chamber. moved higher up, which I thought was strange. where Annabelle sometimes appears. TOP: A chair at the end of a hallway Richard Senate is a paranormal investigator and So then we went over by the Christmas tree and at the Glen Tavern Inn in Santa Paula. ABOVE: The grand marble staircase of all-around historical authority on Ventura. He has as I’m focusing the digital camera, I realize that, spent many studious hours at local haunted spots and Ventura City Hall, the county’s former courthouse. in the screen, there’s this mist that’s all around serves as a spirit tour guide for those brave enough to them, which wasn’t visible except when the follow along. One of his ghost tours includes Ventura camera was pointed at the ladies. Then I took a tells a much different story, that of affluence and high society. City Hall, with its hallways haunted by the eternally picture and there was nothing there at all.” Once considered one of the wealthiest towns in California per restless Ma. There have been several reports of guests attempting to “She [Ma] was considered evil. I talked to old timers who were capita, Santa Paula was a major hub of the agriculture and enter a room, only to find that it has been locked from the inside. at the trial, and it was like the O.J. Simpson trial. The whole nation oil industries, and home to the Union Oil Company. Several “We’ve had people on the third floor, in room 301, where the magnate-status families ran the roost, and often entertained was following it. And the courtroom was packed with reporters door was dead-bolted from the inside and the master set of keys East Coast blue-blood visitors who arrived after a weary crossfrom all the major papers, even London and New Zealand,” Senate said. “Every day there was a new salacious event happening, country steam train journey. These influential families decided didn’t open it,” Aremburg explained. “So they [maintenance and it was creating headline, whether it was the rumors of her Santa Paula was in need of luxurious lodging, and thus was the staff] had to actually use a ladder and go through the the window. This was happening more often about 10 years ago, when having an incestuous relationship with her son or talking about Glen Tavern Inn conceptualized and constructed. the new owners bought the place and began renovation. There Designed by famed architect firm Burns and Hunt and crazy things, like killing people and boiling their bodies in acid. was a lot of activity then.” within walking distance of the train depot, the opulent Glen She was cuckoo.” I even have my own unsettling Glen Tavern Inn story. When I Many people have since reported seeing her image in various Tavern Inn swiftly became a backdrop for Gatsby-esque soirées. locations. As the landscape of industrial America began to shift, some first moved to Ventura County, I paid a visit to the California Oil Ma’s apparition, however, is not the only one circulating the Museum. Afterward, I randomly passed by the Glen Tavern Inn, prominent families relocated, and the social and economic former halls of justice. and was immediately drawn to its English Tudor architecture. atmosphere of Santa Paula (like much of the U.S.) began to There are rumors of a judge who still oversees his courtroom, morph toward more hedonistic appetites during Prohibition. I entered the ornately designed lobby and asked the man at the albeit from an alternate plane. As the story goes, the elderly judge front desk if I could explore a bit. He obliged and I started my As America became dry, the Glen Tavern Inn was happy to was presiding over a trial and a recess was requested. It would indulge customers looking to sate their lust for newly taboo tour. On the third floor I immediately felt unsettled, as it was be the last time he would leave the bench: He was found dead of lit by a single red exit sign at the end of the horror-movie-like vices. The third floor was rumored to be a covert speakeasy a heart attack in his chambers. Some claim that he wanders the and brothel, where the Inn played host to a multitude of surly hallway — the kind that seems to warp and expand. I was very halls, still in his robe and potentially looking to bring villains to uncomfortable. I returned to the lobby and mentioned my expecharacters, from gamblers to prostitutes and even Hollywood justice. rience to the employee. That was when I first learned about the stars escaping Tinseltown for the weekend. The “proprietor” of this veiled club was said to be a violent individual who took it dark history of the hotel. The Inn is by far the most responsive supernatural environupon himself to play judge, jury and executioner when it came Driving past the sleepy town of Santa Paula, one can imagment I’ve experienced — and I have been in many a haunted to matters related to the establishment. ine this settlement to be nothing other than a pit stop between hotel or graveyard. It has become a regular stop for paranormal One storied occurrence involved a slick-handed gambler the coast and Los Angeles, a tiny appendage stemming from a named Calvin (or Wilbur) who found himself on the wrong investigators, celebrity and hobbyists alike, and it’s a decent road used by truckers and travelers avoiding the dreaded 405. end of a pistol after a heated exchange over perceived cheating. first-date spot for those seeking an adventure that’s out of the But rewind the clock more than a century and this small town ordinary or, should I say, to die for. According to legend, he was shot dead through his cowboy hat, F we head down to the stage. . . . Not even five minutes later, he’s got his head out of the projector hole, yelling, ‘What’s going on? Who just touched me?’ So we went up to get him and he immediately left the theater and never came back.” Brigati and I proceeded to the balcony, where we found four aisle chairs with the seats inexplicably folded down. In addition, the aisle lights at the base of each seat were flickering on and off. It was an encounter that I felt could be explained by paranormal forces. They seem to be easy to find at the Majestic Theater, waiting eternally for the next performance.

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ART+CULTURE onstage

PHOTO BY JEANNE TANNER

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From left, Luke Hamann, Lucas Coleman, Daniel DeYoung, Omar Brancato, Josh Ranck and Matt Tucci. Bottom: Kimberly Hessler and Eric Shorey.

Return to the Forbidden Planet at the Rubicon Theatre Company by Emily Dodi

asten your seatbelts for a wild ride as we Return to the Forbidden Planet, onstage through Nov. 4 at the Rubicon Theatre Company. The musical, with book by Bob Carlton, is so much fun that it’s no wonder that the Rubicon brought it back for another voyage since its acclaimed run in 2016. Return to the Forbidden Planet is many things. It’s a campy send-up of 1956’s Forbidden Planet and other sci-fi flicks and TV shows of

the 1950s and 1960s. It’s a high-octane musical, loaded with pop hits of the same era, like “Great Balls of Fire,” “Monster Mash” and many more. It is also (and this is where it gets really other-worldly) a spin on William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. (Whether it’s a testament to the Bard’s staying power, the epic comic delivery of the cast or the eruditeness of the audience, or a combination of all three, lines lifted from Shakespeare get many of the biggest laughs.) The play opens with a video projection of the Narrator, played by the inimitable Fred Willard. Speaking in plucky iambic pentameter, Willard

frames the story and sets the tone for an outrageous journey that is full of surprises. Our voyage takes place aboard a space ship, helmed by the dashing Captain Tempest (Daniel DeYoung). His brave crew includes a science officer (Rebecca Ann Johnson), a Scottish first mate (Lucas Coleman) and a trio of ensign officers (Omar D. Brancato, Matt Tucci, Trevor Wheetman) who also make up the musical’s band. (Brancato and Wheetman are also the production’s music directors.) The navigation officer, played by Eric Shorey, bears an uncanny resemblance to a famous half-Vulcan, half-

human, and sports a kicky bob haircut. They are joined by Cookie (Andrew Huber), the puckish cook who probably couldn’t tell a stove from a jukebox. Then there is the adorable dancing flight crew: Natalie Graham, Luke Hamann, Samantha Hirschhorn and Josh Ranck. When the space craft is hit by a meteor shower, the science officer abandons ship while the others are pulled to a mysterious planet. They are met by Dr. Prospero (Kevin Bailey), a mad scientist who has been marooned on the planet with his daughter, Miranda (Kimberly Hessler). They are also introduced to Ariel (Larry Cedar), Prospero’s wise-cracking, roller-skating robot. Prospero offers to help repair the ship, but it’s Miranda who gets their attention. Both Capt. Tempest and Cookie fall in love with her, much to her father’s objections. Just as the romantic games reach a fever pitch, a monster attacks the ship. In the course of fighting off the creature, someone boards the ship. It’s Gloria, Prospero’s long-lost wife, aka the science officer with bigger hair. And that’s just the first act. What follows is an ingenious twist on Shakespearean themes, mixed with all-out musical mayhem. There are many standout performances. The entire cast is wonderful and their camaraderie is so contagious that it’s hard to keep seated when they get rockin’ and rollin’. Kirby Ward directed the stellar (had to be said) cast and choreographed the musical numbers. The clever set and lighting were designed by Thomas S. Giamario and Mike Billings, respectively. Jonathan A. Burke mastered the sound design. The perfectly retro costumes were created by Pamela Shaw. Tiffany Blake deserves a medal for hair and makeup, as does prop designer and set dresser T. Theresa Scarano. Get your tickets to Return to the Forbidden Planet, because it’s one trip you don’t want to ✦ miss. Return to the Forbidden Planet through Nov. 4 at the Rubicon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main St., Ventura. For tickets and more information, call 805-667-2912 or visit www.rubicontheatre.org.

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recreates John Lithgow’s droll delivery, while Cummings fills Eddie Murphy’s enormous (horse-)shoes with a soulful voice and pitch-perfect comedic timing. The rest of the cast is equaland other scenes. Live musical ly impressive, with phenomaccompaniment by the 5-Star enal vocal and dance skills, Theatricals Orchestra, led by and choreographer Karl Warmusical director/conductor den makes the most of every Dan Redfeld, further immerses exhilarating step. the audience in a land of make It takes a skilled hand to believe. The design team — give so much talent the room Kathryn Poppen (costumes), it needs to breathe without Jim Belcher (hair and wigs) losing the nuance, and direcand Denice Paxton (makeup) Trent Mills and Lawrence Cummings step into the tor Kirsten Chandler makes it — brings a host of storybook roles of Shrek and Donkey. look easy. There’s never a dull characters to life, with a brilmoment, and yet the producliant (and very funny) technique for giving Lord Farquaad his short stature. And the tion never feels rushed, and the ample humor feels organic dragon is wonderful: a fabulous puppet operated by three and unforced. From start to finish, Shrek The Musical is polished, profesdifferent people and voiced in one show-stopping number sional and a genuine pleasure. Catch it while you can. ✦ (“Forever”) by the extraordinary Deanna Anthony. The talent is top-notch across the board. All the principals — Trent Mills as Shrek, Alison Woods as Princess Fiona, Lawrence Cummings as Donkey and Marc Ginsburg as Lord Farquaad — inhabit their roles with relish. Ginsburg expertly

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ack in early 2017, Tech N9ne had what sounded like a pretty far-out idea for his next album, to be called Planet. In an interview at that time with this writer, he said that he wanted the album to be made up of a single piece of music inspired by Billy Joel’s epic song, “Scenes from an Italian Restaurant.” That idea fell by the wayside, but Tech N9ne still pursued a far-out idea for his newly released album, Planet — creating his own world, which he calls Planet Pyune (Peaceful Youth Unit Neutralizing Earth), where one can escape from an earthly reality that has grown too frustrating to inhabit. “It kind of morphed into its own thing after I left this planet spiritually and mentally,” Tech N9ne said about the concept for Planet. “I couldn’t pay attention to too much down here because it was so disheartening, you know what I mean, with watching the news and seeing what was going on in the world. So I had to leave and it took a form of its own and it changed into, like, its own planet and like nothing else.” It wasn’t just the problems of the world that had Tech N9ne yearning to mentally travel to a planet of his own creation. He also had a dispute with a start-up label that he felt co-opted the name of his record company, Strange Music, by calling itself Strainge Entertainment. Tech addresses that episode on the album, with the song “No Reason (The Mosh Pit Song)” — the only track on the album, he said, that was born before he and his mind took up residence on Planet Pyune. “The only song that was still on this planet, I would say, is ‘No Reason,’ ” he explained, “because I wrote that verse when I heard there was somebody trying to use our Strange name

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and start a label and disregarding what we’ve built over the years. One other big source of frustration was the indifferent response to his 2016 album, The Storm. Tech N9ne still struggles to understand why that album didn’t resonate with fans. “I really don’t know. Some of my colleagues have their ideas, but I really don’t know because I put my everything in it. My song with Boyz II Men (“Buddha”) went over peoples’ heads. My song with Jonathan Davis with Korn (“Starting to Turn”) went over peoples’ heads. I finally got to work with Marsha Ambrosius of Floetry (“Anywhere”), who I’d been loving for years, and nobody cared,” Tech N9ne said. The Storm is one of the few occasions when Tech N9ne has suffered a setback, although he had a few disappointments early in his career. The Kansas City-based artist (real name Aaron Yates) gained a measure of notoriety in the early ’90s in the group 57th Street Rogue Dog Villains before going solo. Initially, Tech

N9ne hoped to take the major label route to stardom. Despite three separate deals — one with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis’ Perspective/ A&M Records, one with Quincy Jones’ Qwest/ Warner Bros. label and yet another with Interscope Records — an album never got made. So he decided to go the indie route, starting Strange Music with partner Travis O’Guin, and in 1999, releasing his first album, The Calm Before the Storm. (The Storm was actually meant as a sequel to that first disc.) In the 19 years since, Tech N9ne has become the leading indie rap artist on the scene, with a catalog of a dozen solo albums and another eight “collabos” albums, on which he has worked with other artists. Meanwhile, Strange Music has grown into a highly successful label with more than a dozen acts on its roster. “Strange Music means family,” Tech N9ne said. “And the reason why is [because] it’s a family-oriented thing, and all the ‘technicians’ [the term for Tech N9ne fans] are con-

Tech N9ne performs with Futuristic, Dizzy Wright and Krizz Kalico on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 8 p.m. at the Majestic Ventura Theater, 26 S. Chestnut St., Ventura. For tickets and more information, call 805-653-0721 or visit www.venturatheater.net.

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nected mind, body and soul is because we are the medicine that navigates them through the darkness.” In a very real sense, Tech N9ne and O’Guin have created their own record-label world for like-minded artists, and with Planet Pyune, Tech created a musical world with a philosophy similar to that of his record label. “It’s a place you can go mentally, and this place has more love than Earth and (less) hate, because hate runs it [Earth.] It has togetherness and not separation, like this Earth,” Tech N9ne said. “We’re working on equality. There’s levels to everything, where people feel like nobody is above the other. That’s hard, that’s hard, but we’re trying to perfect it on Pyune. It’s just a place of love and understanding each other, man. That’s what Pyune is. It stands for peaceful youth unit neutralizing earth.” Those themes of love and unity filter through many of the 19 songs on Planet as Tech N9ne raps his way through a varied musical soundtrack that ranges from the EDM-ish “Fresh Out!” and “Don’t Nobody Want None” to edgy jams like “Comfortable” and “Habanero” to an epic track, “Brightfall,” whose elaborate production could make Queen proud. Unlike The Storm, Tech N9ne said early reaction to Planet has been overwhelmingly positive. “They [fans] actually dig all of the songs,” he said. “It made me feel good that the rapport from the fans is ‘This is your best record.’ I’m like ‘woah, this late in the game.’ I’m talking about only four more years and I’m doing my best record.” That mention of four more years refers to Tech N9ne’s plan to gear down his own career in another four years, as he hits age 50. “It don’t mean I won’t tour anymore, just not as much, you know what I mean, and I’ll focus on building this label all the way up,” he said. For now, there’s an extensive tour to do with a show that will include a set list that has him anticipating his audience’s reaction. “It’s like the set list on this one is so for the fans. Now, don’t get me wrong, all of my shows are so for the fans, but I think I really nailed it,” Tech N9ne said. “I think this is really going to be a good show. The fans are going to love this one.” F

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magine Robert Redford as the Sundance Kid a century after his prime bank robbing days. He’s older and slower, but he hasn’t lost any of his usual smarts. Even in the near present as a fedora-wearing codger, he’s still outflanking the average cop. Welcome to The Old Man & the Gun, the true story of Forrest Tucker (Robert Redford) who escaped from San Quentin State Prison in 1979 and pulled off a series of heists in the Midwest that still has the cop world buzzing. Seems a fitting end for Redford, who has announced that he’s retiring from filmmaking. Think of it as Sundance in a suit and tie, going on one last bender with that familiar grin . . . and having a whiz-bang time in the process. Tucker is a lifelong criminal who has managed 16 escapes from all types of prisons. Now, he’s put together a gang — Waller (Tom Waits) and Teddy (Danny Glover) — who rob mostly smaller banks in towns across Texas and the lower Midwest. Low-profile stuff. Tucker is very polite about his requests. He walks into the bank with a valise, asks for the manager and quietly absconds with the money. It all seems so natural to him. He even smiles and tells his victims to have a good day. In a Texas diner, he meets a woman that piques his interest. Brazenly, he walks up to her and introduces himself. Her name is Jewel (Sissy Spacek). His name is, well, whatever he wants to tell her. There’s a spark between them. Now he’s a bank robber with a love interest. Meanwhile, Dallas detective John Hunt (Casey

Affleck) picks up the trail of a series of puzzling bank robberies. As he begins to uncover the details, the story makes the news. Tucker enjoys the publicity and even teases Hunt with some tantalizing clues, including one very amusing face-to-face encounter in a bathroom. Hunt is hooked and the chase is on. If you’re hoping that this film would be one last jewel in Redford’s crown, you might be disappointed. For one thing, while it provides details of Tucker’s life, you never quite get inside the man’s head. Director David Lowery seems content to just let the events speak for themselves, and since the events are repetitious, so is the film. It also treats Tucker’s life as if he’s an accountant or a store manager. For a man who is addicted to stealing other people’s hard-earned money, the treatment is very lighthearted. Even the music speaks to an easy kind of day in which Tucker is just doing his job and hanging out with his girl on her horse ranch. There are some funny moments. It’s not as if the film is lacking a sense of humor. Even the throw-ins, Glover and Waits, have their quips. I’m willing to bet, though, that if Waits had played Tucker, the film would have been darker and much more entertaining. Alas, the sidekicks are only in briefly. Redford was one of my idols when I first began watching movies in the theater and his career has included some of the best in drama, comedy and direction. Consider, for instance, 2013’s All Is Lost, in which he commands the screen without saying a word. The Old Man & the Gun is not one of his best films, but he’s a gamer and some of his sharp wit is still apparent, particularly when he’s with Spacek. It feels as if he’s pulling out his old Sundance pistol and taking his last shot, or leaning over the cliff, ready to jump again, even if he can’t swim. So, perhaps for old time’s sake, those who appreciate his work will catch this film and bid him a fond farewell. Good to know that, just like Tucker, he went out smiling. ♦

Welcome, boys and ghouls, to your annual Halloween guide to all things creepy enough for a night in, a bowl of candy in one hand and a horror manga in the other. Oh, you were expecting television exclusively? Consider this your first trick, but I can assure you — they are all treats. Start Halloween week off right by curling up with a good Japanese manga: Junji Ito’s horrific reimagining of Frankenstein. The latest release from the master Japanese horror author, Frankenstein features Ito’s uniquely grotesque imagery, which sparks new life in the Mary Shelley classic. When you’re finished, hop on Crunchyroll (the anime streaming service) and check out Junji Ito Collection, a series of short adaptations of the author’s works in anime form, including “Tomie,” the tale of a woman who will love you to death. Netflix is dropping some devilish exclusives this month, including the spooky reimagining of Sabrina the Teenage Witch, now known as The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. Grab your talking cat and a bowl of popcorn; you’ll want to binge it. Prefer something with a little more gore? Catch up on the Castlevania animated series in time for Season 2. Both are available on Oct. 26. I’ve written many words on and spent many nights surviving nightmares induced by Syfy’s Channel Zero and will only use space enough to say: You do not want to miss the fourth season, Dream Door, which begins on Oct. 26, with an episode every night through Halloween. Even H.P. Lovecraft, in all of

his macabre imagining, could not have dreamt of the video game inspired by his lore. On Oct. 30, the horror legend’s masterpiece, Call of Cthulhu, gets the video game treatment, out for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and Windows. Players will investigate a grotesque murder and discover preparations being made for the revival of the Great Old One himself. Lock the windows and turn off the lights for this dreadful experience. Alright, so your hand-eye coordination went out the window after the experiment — I get it. Relinquish your soul to Hulu and the streaming service will make all the choices for you with its new “Huluween” category. Select a horror movie or series ranging from “Scary as Hell” to “For the Family” and the program will select something spooky for you to watch. Perhaps The Body, about a hitman transporting a body on Halloween night, or any in a long line of horror-shorts. Halloween classics Nightmare Before Christmas, Hellraiser and the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer could pop up at any moment, but so too could some creepy anime, a Curious George short or Alfred Hitchcock classic. That’s creepy, right, not knowing? Halloween is one of those particular holidays wherein it’s perfectly legal to scare the bejesus out of yourself without fear of anyone questioning your sanity. Lower your defenses and open yourself up for a fright by using this guide to go haunt yourself. Hell, invite someone if you must — but have them sign a waiver first. Out of the Box is a semi-regular column by VCReporter staff and contributors about television and streaming content.

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fter visiting the Underwood Family Farms booth at the Ventura County Fair this year, I was given a quick update about the latest venture, in condiments. While Underwood Family Farms is known for all sorts of crops, especially berries — you can pick your own — internationally, the farm may be bestknown for growing the red peppers for the beloved mainstream sriracha hot sauce. And now, the family farm has produced its own sriracha sauce, plus barbecue sauce, red and green hot sauces, pickled jalapeños and whole cascabellas. First thing that comes to mind: For real, some like it HOT. Good thing I do. I was aiming to use the barbecue sauce at my birthday party picnic, but I was hesitant, fearing that people might forgo the barbecued options with the sauce on them, given how nasalclearingly hot it is — “peppers make the sauce.” No doubt! I am just a bit sensitive to heat, even though I prefer it, so on another occasion I opted to mix it with some mac and cheese and some meatloaf from Trader Joe’s. Be sure to taste it first so you can be sure to add

the right amount. For my meal, it gave it just enough punch and sweetness with that smoky flavor, allowing me to really savor my meal. One afternoon after work, I opened the verde hot sauce. I also wanted to try out the roja hot sauce. Both met the expected heat factor that I enjoy. “Smells hotter than Tapatio,” my partner said as I dipped my chips between the roja and verde. The only obvious difference was a hint of the green chile used (maybe Anaheim) and red chile. The roja was the shining mouthwatering, tearjerking star. I did blend the sauces and barbecue together and dipped my chips in the mixture. The barbecue flavor offset the heat nicely. For the jalapeños, I ate them with pita chips, hummus and artichoke antipasto. It’s a flavorful accent with a kick that worked well with both. Of course if you want to put them on a sandwich or nachos, they will not overwhelm the dish. I was actually surprised they weren’t hotter, like the sauces, but that was a welcome aside. The sriracha tastes practically identical to the name brand, so no surprises there. I added it to a cup of broccoli cheddar rice. Nice way to end the day watching Ramsay’s chef competition show before heading to bed. The cascabellas, however, I still haven’t had the time to try. Perhaps an adventurous reader will let us know how they are. ♦

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a general rule of thumb, I tend to steer clear of restaurants in shopping centers. I know, it’s an obscure idiosyncrasy, but we all have them. Yet, I put my neuroses aside when I discovered a change in the Ojai Valley Shopping Center. Home Kitchen of Ojai, the new incarnation of the spot formerly occupied by Eggs N Things — a name I unfortunately could not not let my imagination run wild with — is dishing out comfort food with aspirations of carving out its own niche. Applying an upgrade to both the name well as the menu, Hector and Christina Orozco, owners of the Home Kitchen of Ojai, present a vast array of classic California bistro offerings, serving breakfast, lunch and even dinner Thursday through Saturday. So I decided to go in for lunch and a little small-town TLC. Hoping for an upgrade to the previous interior design, I was only mildly satisfied. In its defense, there were a few positive alterations, but there is no doubt work yet to be done. The service, however, was extremely hospitable, anchored by my server Elvia. Her demeanor provided a general loftiness to the room, which made for a pleasant atmosphere among the well-occupied dining room. I had teased the menu previously online, so I was mostly decided on what I was going to order. With this in mind I started by satiating my sweet tooth with the Swedish style pancakes. Presented in a pattern similar to checkout line toy windmills, the pancakes were light, flavorful and similar to crepes, but unfortunately lacked in the temperature department. I measure the quality of a “hotcake” — a moniker used by my grandmother — by its ability to melt a slab of butter at a near instant rate, and this was not the case. A quick fix for this issue is to

order a side of melted butter, a little trick I learned from my favorite breakfast restaurant of all time, my mom’s kitchen. The blackberry jelly that accompanied was excellent, and an ideal pairing with the texture of the pancakes. In addition, the pancakes came with a choice of two eggs any style and various standard breakfast meat options, and proved to be a much welcomed paring. The second dish I ordered was the Ojai omelet, which included bacon, avocado, green chiles and what the menu called “Swiss” cheese. I say this because it had more of an American cheese characteristic, which is not my particular favorite. So I ordered a side of hollandaise to counter the odd texture, and the omelet was quite tasty. The potatoes O’Brien were cooked crispy, just as I had requested, and were full of flavor. I optioned for a biscuit rather than toast, though the one I received was more like a room temperature scone. Granted it was more toward the noon hour, I going to give them the benefit of the doubt. But just then Elvia proceeded to bring me a freshly baked one and it was fluffy and much better. In the end, however, I was left wondering what true alpine Swiss would have brought to the table. Finally, my last selection was from the lunch menu, the chicken Florentine panini. Served with spinach, mushrooms, pepper aioli on a ciabatta roll, the sandwich has good intentions, but is unfortunately weighed down by the inclusion of the same faux-Swiss cheese. Had the real deal been involved, the plate would have been strong. Especially since the sweet potato fries I chose were cooked superbly. As previously stated, the Home Kitchen also offers a dinner menu. It has a mix-and-match approach, pairing a variety of proteins with side dishes and a sauce. Some standouts include the filet mignon with beurre blanc sauce and garlic potatoes. Overall, I sense the Home Kitchen is struggling a bit to settle into a comfort zone. It seems conflicted as to whether it wants to be a contender alongside the other downtown Ojai breakfast haunts, or an upgraded replacement for Carrow’s. Either is admirable and there for the taking. If the former is the objective, there is still a little work to be done. ♦

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halloween & día de los muertos happenings 1030 Temple Ave., Camarillo, www.pvrpd.org. THE HAUNTED BARN 7-10 p.m. (through Sunday, Oct. 28). Ghouls and spirits beware, do you dare to enter the barn at night? Yes you do! Even the faint of heart will enjoy a journey through our devilish (but not too scary) Haunted Barn. $5. EZE Farm, 993 Riverside Ave., Fillmore, www.EZEFarm.com.

Saturday, Oct. 27 Thursday, Oct. 25. DIA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION 5-7:30 p.m. The evening will include family-friendly activities such as arts and crafts and face painting, raffles, wonderful desserts and music. California Lutheran University, Ullman Commons, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, lmadrigal@callutheran.edu. HAZE MAZE VENTURA CHARITY HAUNTED HOUSE Through Sunday, Oct. 28, and Wednesday, Oct. 31. Over 5,000 square feet of haunted house await you at this fundraising spooktacular benefitting Kensington Foundation. $5-10. Two Trees Escape, 2855 Johnson Drive, Unit D, Ventura, www.twotreesescaperoom.com. NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. George Romero’s masterpiece celebrates 50 years of the living dead, in theaters again, remastered and restored. $10.50-12.50. Century River Park 16, Oxnard, and AMC Thousand Oaks 14, www.fathomevents.com.

Friday, Oct. 26 HALLOWEEN GHOST WALK 7-9 p.m. Richard Senate hosts this holiday tour, telling the many stories of ghosts in Ventura County and places you can go to encounter a stray phantom. $6. Bank of Books, 748 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-643-3154. REIGN OF TERROR HAUNTED HOUSE 7-10 p.m. (Through Wednesday, Oct. 31). Beware: the most terrifying haunted house this side of the Mississippi returns through Halloween. Enter if you dare. $15-35. Janss Marketplace, 275 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, www.ROTHauntedHouse.com. SPOOKY SWIM 5:30-8:30 p.m. Enjoy swimming, pumpkin painting, goodie bags and games, and try not to worry about the thing that brushed your leg in the deep end. $10. Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center,

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15TH ANNUAL LATINO BUSINESS EXPO 4-8 p.m. Celebrate Latino business throughout the county at this expo featuring local authors, business leaders and more. $10. Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.latinoexpousa.com. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS ANNOUNCES 25TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT FORUM 7 p.m. Congressional candidates Steve Knight and Katie Hill will take part in this forum. Simi Valley High School, 5400 Cochran St., Simi Valley, www.my.lwv.org/ california/ventura-county. 18TH ANNUAL OJAI STORYTELLING FESTIVAL through Sunday, Oct. 28. Featured storytellers include Diane Ferlatte, playwright and humorist Kevin Kling and Scott Ainslie, who will perform excerpts from his acclaimed show, “Southern Voices: Black, White and Blues,” plus many more. $30-145, www.ojaistoryfest.org. PORTUGUESE FRATERNAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA MEETING 11:30 a.m. This meeting is open to any person of Portuguese descent, or, interested in the Portuguese culture. Marie Calendar’s Restaurant, 1295 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, 805-483-6285. RHYTHM OF THE COAST COMEDY FUNDRAISER 8 p.m. Guest comedians include Amber Brashear, Anna Jean, Aiko Tanaka, Jeff Urrea and more, benefitting 99.1 FM radio. $20. Ventura Harbor Comedy Club, 1559 Spinnaker Drive, #205, Ventura, 26 — — October 25, 2018

8TH ANNUAL PEACE PUMPKIN FEST 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy hay rides, face painting, carnival games, inflatables, petting zoo, hot dogs and more at this family friendly event. Peace Lutheran Church, 71 Loma Drive, Camarillo, www.peacecamarillo.com/ pumpkin-fest.html. ALL SOULS DAY, DIA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate loved ones with prayers, music, and dance at alters, hosted by the Archdiosese of Los Angeles. Santa Clara Cemetery, 2370 N. H St., Oxnard, 805-385-7545. BOO AT THE ZOO 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bring your best costume as America’s Teaching Zoo hosts its annual Boo At The Zoo event, featuring animal shows, face painting, trick-or-treating and more. $6-8. America’s Teaching Zoo, Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, www.zoo.moorparkcollege.edu. CASTLE MINION UNIVERSITY RADIO DRAMEDY Various times through Wednesday, Oct. 31. Celeb Host Richard Karn, aka Tool Time Al from Home Improvement joins cast revealing real minions leading humans astray via well-known urban legends in this radio drama. 1590 KVTA AM Radio station. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ everynowandthentheatre. DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL: CELEBRATE MIXTEC CULTURE 5-7 p.m. Participate in Day of the Dead celebrations, enjoy the foods, and see the Oferendas honoring our ancestors. Albert H. Soliz Library, 2820 Jourdan St., El Rio, www.vencolibrary.org. HALLOWEEN AND SPICY TREATS COOKING DEMO 1:30-2:30 p.m. Chef Gil will demonstrate the making of a Pumpkin Torta with Chili Spice, Grilled Bread, Serrano jam, and ham sandwich, and much more. SpiceTopia, 576 E. Main St., Ventura, www.spice-topia.com.

www.rhythmofthecoast.com. SINGER JESSE COLIN YOUNG 7:30 p.m. Critically acclaimed solo artist and lead singer of the legendary classic rock band the Youngbloods will perform. $61. Scherr Forum, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, www.civicartsplaza.com. THIN BLUE LINE SCULPTURE DEDICATION CEREMONY 5:30 p.m. The sculpture made in honor of Moorpark’s police force will be unveiled. Moorpark Police Services Center, 610 Spring Road, Moorpark, www.moorparkca.gov. THROWBACK THURSDAY FOOD TRUCK FEST 5-9 p.m. Ten food trucks, along with beer and wine for sale, will be hosted. Camarillo Ranch, 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, www.camarilloranch.org . VENTURA COUNTY ROSE SOCIETY MEETING 6:30 p.m. Judy Polinsky will be speaking on “Delicious Rose-Flavored Desserts”, a book she wrote on 18th century historical recipes for modern kitchens. Ventura County Office of Education Conference Center, 5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo, www.venturacountyrosesociety.org.

FRIDAY

FIFTH ANNUAL AVIATION CAREER DAY 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This half-day event will be a great opportunity for students to learn many of the different fields available in the aviation industry. Commemorative Air

HALLOWEEN FRIGHT FEST MOVIE MARATHON 10 a.m.-6 p.m. This mini-fest will feature Coraline (10 a.m.), The Addams Family (Noon), Zombieland (2 p.m.), and Get Out (4 p.m.). Newbury Park Library, Meeting Room, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park, www.tolibrary.org. HALLOWEEN HAUNT IN THE PARK 4-7 p.m. Kids can come dressed in their costumes and participate in a contest to win prizes with a Trick or Treat village, games and more. Plaza Park, 500 S. B St., Oxnard, 805-385-7545. HALLOWEEN HAUNTED TRAIL AND COSTUME CONTEST 6-9 p.m. The annual Haunted Trail is a short Halloween hike appropriate for kids of all ages and packed full of fun. At the end of the trail there will be a hayride that returns “hikers” to the “haunted trailhead.” $5. Thousand Oaks Community Center, 2525 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, www.crpd.org. HAUNTED HOUSING RUN/WALK FUNDRAISER 8 a.m. Join in this 5k or 10k run or walk, benefitting the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura. Costumes encouraged! $40-50. State Park, 901 San Pedro St., Ventura, www.hauntedhousingrun.com. SEASIDE TRICK OR TREAT 1-3 p.m. Dress up and navigate through the waterfront Village with over 20 treat stops at participating Harbor boutiques and restaurants, plus face painting and other activities. Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, www.venturaharborvillage.com. UNDERWOOD FAMILY FARMS FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL Through Wednesday, Oct. 31, various times. Celebrate fall with the 21st annual Harvest Festival, featuring several weekends of activities sure to thrill the gourd out of you. This weekend features “All About Pumpkins.” $15. Underwood Farms, 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark, www.underwoodfamilyfarms.com. ZOMBIE ‘THRILLER’ DANCE Noon-2:30 p.m. The public is invited to dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at Thrill the World Thousand Oaks 2018, where students will teach the dance and volunteers will apply zombie makeup to participants. Kingsmen Park, California Lutheran University, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-241-8515.

Sunday, Oct. 28 4TH ANNUAL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS (DAY OF THE DEAD) FESTIVAL 2-7 p.m. The festival will feature live music, performances, storytelling, craft

Force (CAF) Hangar at Camarillo Airport, 455 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, 650-245-1947. THE UNDEPORTABLES COMEDY TOUR 7:30 p.m. Jesus Sepulveda and fellow Latino comedians Jerry Garcia and Jose Sarduy will perform. $39. Scherr Forum, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, www.civicartsplaza.com. VENTURA COUNTY BELL ARTS SONG CIRCLE 7-10 p.m. Songmakers.org welcomes instrumentalists, singers, and singer/ songwriters at all levels to join in a free song circle. Bell Arts Factory Community Room, 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-750-8281. WEEDCON 2018 1-9:30 p.m. This event on all things cannabis features exhibitors, live music and education speakers. $40-295. Casa Ojai, 1302 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, www. weedcon2018.com.

SATURDAY

17TH ANNUAL OCTOBER CLASSIC & WELLNESS FAIR 8 a.m. Join in on the 5K and 10K walk, run, wheel, and stick around for the Paws for a Cause dog walkin’ event. $10-45. Ojai Valley Community Hospital, 1306 Maricopa Hwy, Ojai, www.octoberclassic.org. AUTHOR GERRY OLSEN ON ADOLFO CAMARILLO 11 a.m. Olsen, former public information officer for the Ventura Community College District, will speak on the life of Adolfo Camarillo. Port Hueneme

vendors, crafts for all ages, face painting, food vendors and more. $5-7. Strathearn Historical Park, 137 Strathearn Place, Simi Valley, 805-526-6453. PUMPKIN FUN DAY 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Activities include a pumpkin decorating contest, trick or treating, children’s costume parade and contest and more. Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market, 3350 S. Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, www.channelislandsharbor.org/ listing/farmers-market/. SYMPHONIC FANTASY: HALLOWEEN-THEMED FAMILY CONCERT Noon and 3 p.m. The Conejo Valley Youth Preparatory Orchestra and the Los Robles Children’s Choir team up to present this fun filled, Halloween themed concert, with trick or treating. Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Scherr Forum Theatre, Scherr Forum, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, www.civicartsplaza.com.

Tuesday, Oct. 30 COLLECTION AT RIVERPARK TRICK ‘R TREATING 5-7 p.m. Families can grab a passport map and head out to the many participating merchants who will hand out goodies. The Collection at River Park, Park View Court, 2751 Park View Ct., Oxnard, www. thecollectionrp.com. HALLOWEEN DANCE FOR SENIORS 5-8 p.m. Wear your Halloween costume and come have a ghoulishly good time at this dance. Community Center Auditorium, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, www.pvrpd.org.

Wednesday, Oct. 31 – Halloween 57TH ANNUAL YOUTH HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL 5:30-8 p.m. Enjoy Halloween themed haunts and rides at this annual carnival. $4-5. 2969 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley, www.rsrpd.org/events/halloween/simi_valley.php. HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK 5-8 p.m. This family-friendly event features a trick-or-treat village, games, costume contest, wildlife presentation and much more, costumes encouraged! Community Center Park, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, www.pvrpd.org. HAUNTED HIGH STREET 5-8 p.m. Activities will include a trunk-or-treat, Halloween movies at the High Street Arts Center, a costume contest with awesome prizes and more. East High Street, Moorpark, www.moorparkca.gov/765/Haunted-High-Street.

Historical Society Museum, 220 Market St., Port Hueneme, www.facebook.com/ PortHuenemeHistoricalSocietyMuseum. AUTHOR WILLIAM FINNEGAN 3-5 p.m. Pulitzer Prize-winning author William Finnegan will talk about his book Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life as part of the One County, One Book community reading program. Museum of Ventura County, 100 E. Main St., Ventura, www.vencolibrary.org. DARK MONEY 3 p.m. Dark Money examines the influence of untraceable corporate money on our elections and elected officials, and the resulting effect on American democracy. Ojai Library, 111 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, www.vencolibrary.org. ACADEMY OF CULINARY ARTS: TORTELLINI CLASS 5-8 p.m. Join Chef Raymond Acuna for this fun, hands-on class and learn secrets for creating authentic, fresh roasted butternut stuffed tortellini. $85. Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Road, Ventura, www.theacademyofculinaryarts. com/oct-27. THE KNEE WORKSHOP 1-4 p.m. Join Dr. Kaitlin Walters DPT as she provides practical solutions to knee-related pain and immobility, often helping to avoid medication or surgery. $49. Balance Health Center, 236 W. Ojai Ave., #201, Ojai, www.ojaihealth.com/event/the-knee-workshop/. MULLIN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM CAR MEET UP 9 a.m. Bring your classics and show ‘em off at this meet up. Museum tickets: $8-16. Mullin Automotive Museum, 1421 Emerson Ave, Oxnard, www.mullinau-

tomotivemuseum.com. WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S 8 a.m. Learn about Alzheimer’s disease and how to get involved with this critical cause, and join in on the walk to raise awareness. 3011 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village, 805-261-2187.

SUNDAY

ADOLFO CAMARILLO’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Celebrate the city of Camarillo’s namesake’s birthday with a special Mexican-themed brunch in the historic Camarillo Ranch Red Barn, with special performances and the Camarillo White Horses. Camarillo Ranch, 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, www. camarilloranch.org. CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING FROM HOLLYWOOD 3 p.m. Witness the majesty of professional wrestling when several visit from Hollywood for a live taping. Oceanview Pavilion, 575 E. Surfside Drive, Port Hueneme, www.hollywoodwrestling.com. OJAI JAZZ CONCERT 6:30 p.m. Ojai Jazz Concerts presents Tony Pulizzi (Natalie Cole, Stevie Wonder, George Benson) Anthony Crawford (Herbie Hancock, Stanley Clark, Alan Holdsworth) and Stacey Lamont Sydnor (Seal, The Jacksons, Earth,Wind and Fire). $30-35. The Ojai Art Center, 113 S. Montgomery St, Ojai, www.ojaijazzconcerts.com. SPIRITED AWAY 12:55 p.m., dubbed, and Monday, Oct. 29, 7 p.m., subtitled. Hiyao

VCREPORTER.COM Miyazaki’s masterpiece about a girl swept away to a wondrous fantasy land comes to theaters. $10.50-12.50. Century River Park 16, Oxnard, and AMC Thousand Oaks 14, www.fathomevents.com. VENTURA AUDUBON SOCIETY FIELD TRIP: CARPINTERIA SALT MARSH RESERVE 8 a.m. This is a joint CVAS/ VAS field trip to the restricted part of the Carpinteria Salt Marsh, restricted to 25 people. For more information, call 818-519-2833.

MONDAY CHAMBER PAC BREAKFAST 7:30-9 a.m. Attend a special breakfast fundraising event to meet the Chamber PAC endorsed candidates for City Council. $40. The Pierpont Inn, 550 Sanjon Road, Ventura, www.venturachamber.com. WHAT WILL PEOPLE SAY 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. A free spirit is caged up when a teenager is sent to live with restrictive relatives in Pakistan in this film from Norway. $7.5010.75. Plaza Cinemas 14, 255 W. 5th St., Oxnard, www.oxnardfilmsociety.org.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SEE BOX

THURSDAY ART AND COMMUNITY IN A VITAL, MATERIAL WORLD 4 p.m. Featured artists Amiko Matsuo and Brad Monsma will give a presentation on their exhibit, Pyrometric: Earth and Ash in the Antropocene. California Lutheran University, Richter Hall, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, www. CalLutheran.edu/kwanfong.

ONGOING THEATER A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Through Nov. 18. A slave hopes to earn his freedom by helping his master woo a courtesan in this farce combining vaudeville with the comedies of Roman playwright Plautus. $23-25. High Street Arts Center, 45 E. High St., Moorpark, 805-529-8700 or highstreetartscenter.com. BUS STOP Through Nov. 18. Love, romance, friendship and more are explored by a cast of characters that unload at a roadside diner in the Midwest. $17-20. Elite Theatre Company, 2731 S. Victoria Ave., Oxnard, 805-483-5118 or www.elitetheatre.org. INTO THE WOODS Through Nov. 18. Fairytales collide in this musical about wishes, family, love and magic. $15-20. Camarillo Skyway Playhouse, 330 Skyway Drive, Camarillo, 805-388-5716 or skywayplayhouse.org THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH JR. Through Oct. 28. A bored little boy becomes immersed in danger, adventure, language and math when he gets whisked away to the Land of Wisdom. $10. Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-4953715 or www.conejoplayers.org. RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET Through Nov. 4. Inspired by a 1956 sci-fi film and loosely based on Shakespeare’s The Tempest, this campy musical spoof is filled with action, adventure, comedy, drama and rock and roll. Previews Oct. 17-19. Opening night gala on Saturday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m. $25-150. Rubicon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main St., Ventura, 805667-2900 or www.rubicontheatre.org.

OPENING ART UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF VENTURA Sunday, Oct. 28, 9:30 a.m.12 p.m. Four 12 foot by 12 foot panels from the famed AIDS Memorial Quilt will displayed as part of an annual service of remembrance. 5654 Ralston St., Ventura, 805-644-3898 or www.uuventura.org.

ONGOING ART 643 PROJECT SPACE Through Oct. 27. D.I. Filipinx, works by Filipino American artists with a DIY aesthetic. 643 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-644-1349 or www.643projectspace.com. ACUNA ARTS COLLECTIVE Through Nov. 2. Clay Come to Life, work by Jacquie Biaggi, Lynn Creighton and Janet Neuwalder. 425 S. B St., Oxnard, cafeona. org/acuna-art-gallery. AGRICULTURE MUSEUM Through Nov. 25: Vaquero Campfires, handmade and antique saddles, ropes and other horse gear; and Good Earth: Tilling the Soil, soil prep techniques of late 1800s-mid-1900s. Through Oct. 2018: Large-scale paintings of the Ventura County Fair by John Robertson. 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 Nov. 27. Still At War and Chaos and Order. Reception and awards ceremony on Friday, Oct. 26, 5:30-7 p.m. 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

SHE KILLS MONSTERS Oct. 25-28. A young woman stumbles into a journey of discovery and adventure when she finds her late sister’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook. $10. Black Box Theater, California Lutheran University, 141 Memorial Parkway, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3452 or www.callutheran.edu/college-arts-sciences/theatre-arts. Pictured: Rylee Smith, Kylie Patterson and Moriah Sittner. Photo by Brian Stethem

OPENING THEATER THE MISFITS OF MAGIC and THE HAUNTED THEATRE Wednesday, Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m. A trio of talented magicians opens for a ghostly cast that will tell haunting tales of horror. $20-24. Elite Theatre Company, 2731 S. Victoria Ave., Oxnard, 805-483-5118 or www.elitetheatre.org. WITCHY Saturday, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. A onewoman play featuring “Santa Cruz Witch” Janus Blume. $10. Namba Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St., Ventura, 805-6289250 or nambaarts.com.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Through Oct. 28. A talking donkey, an ogre and a princess go on a madcap adventure in this musical, presented by 5-Star Theatricals and based on the Dreamworks animated feature. $35-83. Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., 805-4492787 or www.civicartsplaza.com. VENTURA IMPROV COMPANY The VIC performs improvisational theater at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club every Saturday, and at VinTura every Wednesday. $10. 1559 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura. Call 805-643-5701 or visit venturaimprov.com for schedule.

www.VCArtscouncil.org. BEATRICE WOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Oct. 28. Jeff Margolin and Fred Yokel (Beato Gallery) and Selections From the Lipton Collection (Logan Gallery). 8585 Ojai-Santa Paula Road, Ojai, 805-6463381 or www.beatricewood.com. BLACKBOARD GALLERY Through Oct. 27. Earthly Delights, works concerned with the future of humanity and the planet. Studio Channel Islands, 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368 or studiochannelislands.org. BUENAVENTURA GALLERY Through Nov. 11. 90 Paintings in 90 Days, plein-air work

by Christine Beirne; and New Beginnings, works in a variety of media by BAA members. Bell Arts Factory, 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-648-1235 or www.buenaventuragallery.org. CABADAGRAY GALLERY Opened Sept. 7. Joint exhibition featuring Stephanie Dotson, Rafael Perea de la Cabada and Colin Fraser Gray. 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214 or www.vitaartcenter.com. CALIFORNIA OIL MUSEUM Through Feb. 17: Insectology, an up-close look at bees, butterflies and bugs. 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. CARNEGIE ART MUSEUM Through Nov. 18: World Vision/Cosmovisión, contemporary world views by SoCal artists Abel Alejandre, Pável Acevedo, Val Echavarria and Ricardo Rodríguez. 424 S. C St., Oxnard, 805-3858158 or www.carnegieam.org. CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM Through Dec. 30: Tattooed and Tenacious: Inked Women in California’s History. Ongoing: Port of Hueneme and Dutch Skies: Four Centuries of Seascape Paintings. 3900 Bluefin Circle in the Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, 805-9846260 or www.cimmvc.org. CHANNEL ISLANDS VISITOR CENTER Through Nov. 18. Winning entries from the California Coastal Art and Poetry Contest. 1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm. COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Through Jan. 20: Shades of Autumn, the glorious colors of fall. 147 N. Brent St., Ventura, www.buenaventuragallery.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. FOUR FRIENDS GALLERY Opened June 1. Faces of Humanity by Michael Patrick Amato. 1414 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-601-7530 or www. fourfriendsgallery.com. FOX FINE JEWELRY Through Nov. 12. Robert Wassell’s paintings of the Ventura and Santa Barbara County wilderness. Proceeds benefit Keep the Sespe Wild. 560 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-652-1800 or www.foxfinejewelry.com. H GALLERY Through Nov. 24: Empire of Dirt, inspiration found in the darker aspects of life. Through Nov. 10: In a World, portraits by Mariana Peirano. Through Dec. 1: Click_Bait, an online exhibition of politically charged work inspired by contemporary journalism. 1793 E. Main St., Ventura, 805626-8876 or www.dabart.me. KWAN FONG GALLERY Through Jan. 10. Pyrometric: Earth and Ash in the Anthropocene, investigating fire through art, ecology and the environment. California Lutheran University, 120 Memorial Parkway, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3697 or 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 Through Spring 2019: L’époque des Carrossiers: The Art and Times of the French Coachbuilders. Ongoing: The museum pays homage specifically to the art deco and machine-age

design eras (1918-1941). All tickets must be purchased in advance, online. 1421 Emerson Ave., Oxnard, 805-385-5400 or www.mullinautomotivemuseum.com. MURPHY AUTO MUSEUM Through Dec. 30: Classic Chevrolets. Car show on Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Ongoing: More than 75 vintage cars and trucks from every period, in a 30,000-square-foot facility. 2230 Statham Blvd., Oxnard, 805-487-4333 or www. murphyautomuseum.org. MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY Through Oct. 31: AIDS History and Queer Art. Opened Oct. 5: The Night of the Nosferatu, George Stuart Historical Figures® that tell the story of Count Dracula. Through Nov. 10: Joe Cardella and ARTLIFE Magazine, a retrospective of the late artist and publisher’s work. Through Nov. 25: At Table: The Business of Food and Community, exploring history, culture and immigration through food. 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 ART CENTER Through Oct. 30. The Ojai Studio Artists Tour, a sampling of work by artists who participate in this annual art event. 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805646-0117 or www.ojaiartcenter.org. OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM Opened Oct. 19: A mini-exhibit centering on AARP founder Ethel Percy Andrus. Through Oct. 28: StARCHITECTURE, highlighting local works by well-known architects. 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 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. PORCH GALLERY Through Nov. 4. Towers and Walls: New Works by Sally England and China Adams. 310 E. Matilija Ave., Ojai, 805620-7589 or porchgalleryojai.com. SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Through Jan. 27: The Wall: Boundaries Between and Within Us. Lecture on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2 p.m. Through Nov: 4. 25th Annual De Colores Art Show, with works by 31 artists who have interpreted the theme of “Sanctuary/ Santuario”; and Local Clay, unconventional work by Marianne McGrath and Cheryl Ann Thomas. 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula, 805525-5554 or www.santapaulaartmuseum.org. THIRD FRIDAYS IN 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 WESTLAKE VILLAGE Through Oct. 30. Works by Arts Council of the Conejo Valley artists. 3011 Townsgate Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-381-2747 or www.conejoarts.org. VITA ART CENTER Through Oct. 26. An exhibition featuring the work of ArtWalk 2018 Global Artist of Distinction Song Byeok. 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-6449214 or www.vitaartcenter.com. WILLIAM ROLLAND GALLERY Through Nov. 6. Mapping Meaning: Adventures in Cartography, maps from the 16th century until today, and objects from the time they were created. California Lutheran University, 160 Overton Court, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3697 or rollandgallery.callutheran.edu. ♦ October 25, 2018 — — 27

ADVICE GODDESS

Here we glow again

y friends tease me, saying that I’m such an obnoxious jerk, but amazingly, everybody seems to love me. Somebody said it’s because I have charisma — like a rock star/movie star quality. Honestly, I don’t think that highly of myself. I’m interesting-looking, outgoing, funny and relatively talented in what I do. What is charisma exactly, and can people create it? — Weirdly Beloved Woman There are certain people throughout history that you just know had charisma. Moses, for example: “Hey, fellow Jews, just follow right behind me as I take a jog into the sea.” Charisma is the Pied Piper of personality traits — a mix of personal magnetism, likability and powerful

by amy alkon presence that leads people to flock to and follow a person who has it. This can have creepy and even deadly results when the charismatic person is a cult leader, but evolutionary researchers Allen Grabo and Mark van Vugt believe that charisma evolved to be a cooperation booster. Their research suggests it is a “credible signal of a person’s ability” to inspire a group of people to unite behind him or her so they can collectively solve some problem that would stump them individually. Looks are an element of charisma. Being tall, good-looking and physically stronger than your peers, as well as appearing healthy, are correlated with charisma, note Grabo and van Vugt. That said, though it’s helpful to be a ringer for Gisele Bundchen, you can more closely resemble a hamburger bun in a bikini and still be mad charismatic. Accordingly, the researchers observe that “anecdotal evidence” suggests that having “particularly unique” features — “such as Abraham Lincoln’s elongated face or Rasputin’s piercing eyes” — may amp up charisma “as a result of their attention-grabbing ability.” The good news — for anyone who lacks height, hots or eyes that burn

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a hole in people — is that how a person acts appears to be the main driver of charisma. And though some people are naturally (that is, genetically) equipped to be more charismatic through their set of personality traits, there are charismatic behaviors that anybody can learn and practice (or, perhaps in your case, engage in more often). The behaviors that drive charisma are those that reflect a combination of “high power and high warmth,” explains business coach Olivia Fox Cabane in her research-based book

them and their well-being. And sorry, but you can’t just fake the look of someone who’s listening (nod, nod, nod, eye contact, eye contact) while you’re all up in your to-do list or formulating the brilliant thing you’re going to say next. You’ll think you’re hiding your inattentiveness, but little bits of your body language will always sell you out. Charismatic body language comes out of the antithesis of nervousness — being comfortable in your skin, having a sort of high-powered calm. That’s reflected in slower speech (rather than squirrel-like chit-chattering), the confidence to take pauses while speaking, and breathing from your diaphragm instead of taking shallow gulps of air. (For the basics on speaking more powerfully, read speech therapist and pathologist Morton Cooper’s Change Your Voice, Change Your Life.) Slower, expansive body movements are another mark of the charismatic, in contrast with the herky-jerkyness of the perpetually uneasy — those who always seem on the verge of making a run for it. However, there’s a caveat to all of this walking and talking advice: If you’re insecure and self-loathing, you can’t just plaster some alpha-girl body

People don’t relate to greatness. They relate to other people who show how human and imperfect they are. The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism. Most people probably believe that charisma comes simply out of speaking powerfully — Martin Luther King-ing it rather than mumbling their message. Actually, listening powerfully — tapping into how somebody’s feeling, engaging with it emotionally, and empathizing — is essential to having charisma. Connecting in this way drives what people experience as warmth, which Cabane sums up as “goodwill” — the sense that another person cares about

language on top of that. Not credibly, anyway. You’ve got to put in the work to fix your foundation. (See my “science-help” book, Unf*ckology: A Field Guide to Living with Guts and Confidence.) Finally, consider that it takes a strong person to be open about their weaknesses and failures. Counterintuitive, I know. But people don’t relate to greatness. They relate to other people who show how human and imperfect they are. Cabane explains that “drawing attention to your vulnerabilities” ultimately enhances your power. In other words, instead of always working hard to look good, you’ll amp up your charisma by making intermittent efforts to look bad — like by confessing, “I’m socially awkward. Always have been. I’m really bad at leaving conversations at parties — to the point where I wish a meteorite would crash through the ceiling so I could make my escape.” ♦ (c)2018, 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):

In her poem “Shedding Skin,” Harryette Mullen compares her own transformation to the action a snake periodically carries out to renew itself. Since you now have an excellent opportunity to undertake your own molting process, you may find her thoughts helpful. (I’ve rendered them in prose for easier reading.) “Pulling out of the old scarred skin — old rough thing I don’t need now — I strip off, slip out of, leave behind. Shedding toughness, peeling layers down to vulnerable stuff. And I’m blinking off old eyelids for a new way of seeing. By the rock I rub against, I’m going to be tender again.” Halloween costume suggestion: snake sloughing its skin.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20):

“Only the young and stupid are confident about sex and romance,” says 49-year-old author Elizabeth Gilbert, who has written extensively about those subjects. I agree with her. I’ve devoted myself to studying the mysteries of love for many years, yet still feel like a rookie. Even if you are smarter about these matters than Gilbert and me, Taurus, I urge you to adopt a humble and curious attitude during the next few weeks. The cosmos has prepared some interesting lessons for you, and the best way to take advantage is to be eagerly receptive and open-minded. Halloween costume suggestion: sex researcher, love explorer, intimacy experimenter.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20):

“My way of learning is to heave a wild and unpredictable monkey-wrench into the machinery,” wrote Gemini author Dashiell Hammett. But I recommend that you use his approach very rarely, and only when other learning methods aren’t working. Most of the time, your best strategy for getting the lessons you need is to put lubricating oil into the machinery, not

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a monkey-wrench. That’ll be especially true in the coming weeks. I suggest that you turn the machinery off for a while as you add the oil and do some maintenance. Halloween costume suggestion: repair person; computer techie; machine whisperer.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22):

The great Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman was a Cancerian like you and me. One of the factors contributing to his success was that he put his demons to good use, “by harnessing them to his chariot.” He also testified that he gained control over his demons by taking long walks after breakfast. “Demons don’t like fresh air,” he said. “They prefer it if you stay in bed with cold feet.” I suspect that now would be an excellent time to adopt his advice. Halloween costume suggestion: walk your demon on a leash, or make it into a puppet, or harness it to your chariot.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22):

Throughout the Halloween season, I encourage you to fantasize extensively about what your dream home would look like and feel like if you had all the money necessary to create it. What colors would you paint the walls? Would you have carpets or hardwood floors? What would be your perfect lighting, furniture and décor? As you gazed out your windows, what views would you see? Would there be nature nearby or urban hotspots? Would you have an office or music room or art studio? Have fun imagining the sanctuary that would bring out the best in you. Halloween costume suggestion: the ultimate homebody.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

“Extraordinary things are always hiding in places people never think to look,” writes novelist Jodi Picoult. That’s crucial for you to meditate on during the coming weeks. Why? Because your super-

power is going to be the ability to find extraordinary things that are hiding in places where people have almost never thought to look. You can do both yourself and those you care for a big favor by focusing your intensity on this task. Halloween costume suggestions: sleuth, treasure hunter, private eye, Sherlock Holmes.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

“There is a season for wildness and a season for settledness, and this is neither. This season is about becoming.” Author Shauna Niequist wrote that. In accordance with the astrological omens, I endorse her perspective as true and useful for you. You’ve zipped through your time of fertile chaos, conjuring up fresh possibilities. When January arrives, you’ll be ready to work on stability and security. But for now, your assignment is to blossom. Halloween costume suggestions: beautiful creature hatching from an egg; strong sprout cracking out of a seed.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

“He believed in magic,” writes author Michael Chabon about a character in his novel The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay. “Not in the so-called magic of candles, pentagrams and bat wings,” nor “dowsing rods, séances, weeping statues, werewolves, wonders or miracles.” Then what kind? Chabon says it’s the “impersonal magic of life,” like coincidences and portents that reveal their meanings in retrospect. I bring this to your attention, Scorpio, because now is a favorable time to call on the specific kind of magic that you regard as real and helpful. What kind of magic is that? Halloween costume suggestion: magician, witch, wizard.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

“If adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village, she must seek them abroad.” Sagit-

tarian author Jane Austen wrote that in her novel Northanger Abbey, and now I’m passing her message on to you, slightly altered. My version is, “If adventures will not befall Sagittarian people of any age or gender in their own neighborhood, they must seek them abroad.” And where exactly is “abroad”? The dictionary says it might mean a foreign country, or it could simply mean outside or in another place. I’d like to extend the meaning further to include anywhere outside your known and familiar world. Halloween costume suggestion: traveler on a pilgrimage or explorer on a holy quest.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

PR executives at a beer company offered to pay me a lot of money if I would sneak a product placement ad into your horoscope. They asked me to pretend there was a viable astrological reason to recommend that you imbibe their product in abundance. But the truth is, the actual planetary omens suggest the opposite. You should not in fact be lounging around in a haze of intoxication. You should instead be working hard to drum up support for your labor of love or your favorite cause. Very Important People will be more available to you than usual, and you’ll be wise to seek their input. Halloween costume suggestion: the Ultimate Fundraiser; Networker of the Year; Chief Hobnobber.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

“What kind of idea are you?” asks author Salmon Rushdie. “Are you the kind that compromises, does deals, accommodates itself, aims to find a niche, to survive; or are you the cussed, bloody-minded, ramrod-backed type of damnfool notion that would rather break than sway with the breeze?” I pose this question to you, Aquarius, because I think you could be an effective version of either idea in the coming weeks. If you’re the latter—the cussed, damnfool

notion—you may change your world in dramatic ways. Halloween costume suggestions: revolutionary; crusader; agitator; rabble-rouser.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20):

“There is no beauty without some strangeness,” wrote Edgar Allen Poe. Fashion designer Rei Kawakubo ventured further, declaring, “Strangeness is a necessary ingredient in beauty.” She also added another nuance to her definition: “For something to be beautiful, it doesn’t have to be pretty.” I’ll offer you one more seed for thought: wabi-sabi. It’s a Japanese term that refers to a kind of beauty that’s imperfect, transitory, and incomplete. I bring these clues to your attention, Pisces, because now is an excellent time to refine and clarify your own notion of beauty—and re-commit yourself to embodying it. Halloween costume suggestion: the embodiment of your definition of beauty. Homework: What part of you is too tame? How can you inspire it to seek wilder ways of knowing? Write Freewillastrology.com.

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LEGAL Obituary ♦ Death Notices

■ Estelle Ingram Stallings 95, of Ojai, Manager, died 10/16/2018. Arrangements by Ted Mayr Funeral Home and Crematory, Ventura. ■ Catherine Elizabeth Johnston 92, of Ventura, Tax Collector, died 10/15/2018. Arrangements by Ted Mayr Funeral Home, Ventura. ■ Ray Keith Wolff 97, of Ventura, Piano Tuner, died 10/15/2018. Arrangements by Ted Mayr Funeral Home and Crematory, Ventura.

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In Memoriam Legal Notices

NOTICE OF SEIZURE PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTIONS 11471/11488 AND NOTICE OF INTENDED FORFEITURE PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 11488.4 On November 09, 2013 at 215 East Smith Street, Oxnard CA the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department seized the property listed below for forfeiture pursuant to Heath and Safety Code section 11470 et seq. in connection with controlled substance violations that listed in section 11470(f) of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/ appraised value of the property is $75,300.00. The seized property is described as follows: $75,300.00 U.S. Currency Pursuant to section 11488.4 of the California Health and Safety Code, procedures to forfeit this property in Superior Court are underway. If Tony Arballo Cisneros has stating interest in this property, you must, within 30 days of the first publication of this Notice of Seizure and Forfeiture, file a verified Claim Opposing Forfeiture (MC-200) in the Superior Court, County of Ventura Clerk’s Office, civil department, located at 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, California. Case No. 56-201400456373-CU -AF-VTA has been assigned to this case. You must also provide a verified copy of the claim to the District Attorney’s Office, 5720 Ralston Street, Suite 300, Ventura, California 93003, to the attention of Deputy District Attorney Karen L. Wold. The failure to timely file a verified Claim Opposing Forfeiture stating an interest in the property will result in the property being ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code Section 11489 without further notice or hearing. 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25/18 CNS-3178579# SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA. NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE §366.26 J 071739 HEARING DATE: 12/19/2018 TIME: 08:30 AM COURTROOM: J1 In the matter of the Petition of the County of Ventura Human Ser-

vices Agency regarding freedom from parental custody and control on behalf of Carsen E. Thomas, a child. To: Tiffany Thomas, Jamie Barraca or Jamie Burciaga, and to all persons claiming to be the parents of the above-named person who is described as follows: name Carsen E. Thomas, Date of Birth: 02/06/2018, Place of Birth: Ventura, CA, Father’s name: Jamie Barraca or Jamie Burciaga, Mother’s name: Tiffany Thomas. 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 12/19/2018, 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 12/19/2018, 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 thirtyday 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: 09/27/2018 by: Sungmie Jahng Deputy Clerk, Children and Family Services Social Worker. 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25/18 CNS-3179274# SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No.

56-2018-00518059CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed SEP 25, 2018, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Ventura Courthouse. PETITION OF: ALEXANDRA SULLIVAN FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: ALEXANDRA SULLIVAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ALICIA LEONARD CHESTER to ALICIA LEONARD SULLIVAN. 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:1114-2018. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: 21. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. 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: SEP 25, 2018. BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, /s/ MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: ELIZABETH MULLER, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2018-00515794CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed AUG 3, 2018, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. PETITION OF: MARC ANGELL FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MARC ANGELL filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: JULIAN ANTHONY ANGELL to ANTHONY MARC ANGELL. 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: 1119-2018. Time: 8:20 AM. Dept.: 20. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009.

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: AUG 3, 2018. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, /s/ MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: DEBRA RAMOS, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. T.S. No.: 9551-4114 TSG Order No.: 180297317-CA-VOI A.P.N.: 061-0-013-080 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/11/2005. 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 08/23/2005 as Document No.: 200508230209156, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: AMELIA RAMIREZ AND JORGE RAMIREZ, WIFE AND HUSBAND, 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: 11/06/2018 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: 90 VALLEY RD (Unincorporated Area), OAK VIEW, CA 93022-9416 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: $477,659.34 (Estimated) as of 10/24/2018. 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, 916-939-0772 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.# 9551-4114. 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, Jorge Torres, 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. NPP0341443 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 10/11/2018, 10/18/2018, 10/25/2018 APN: 203-0-062-200 TS No: CA08000432-18-1 TO No: 180244001-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to

CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 9, 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 15, 2018 at 09:00 AM, Auction.com Room, Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort, 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on February 18, 2015 as Instrument No. 20150218-00019809-0, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by JOHN P. FLITTIE, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for CLEARPATH LENDING as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “AS IS”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1255 S D ST, 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $186,211.05 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000432-18-1. 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. Date: September 28, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08000432-18-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866660-4288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose.ISL Number 50449, Pub Dates: 10/18/2018, 10/25/2018, 11/01/2018, VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to California Civil Code Section 798.56a and California Commercial Code Section 7210 that the following described property will be sold by Lamplighter Camarillo (Warehouse) at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, in lawful money of the United States, or a cashier’s check payable to Lamplighter Camarillo, payable at time of

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LEGAL sale, on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at 9:00 AM at the following location: 202 Calle De La Rosa, Camarillo, CA 93012. Said sale is to be held without covenant or warranty as to possession, financing, encumbrances, or otherwise on an “AS IS”, ìwhere isî basis. Upon sale, the mobilehome must be removed from the Premises. The property which will be sold is described as follows: MANUFACTURER: Cavco Industries LLC TRADENAME: Cavco YEAR: 2002 H.C.D. DECAL NO.: LBE5189 SERIAL NO.: CAVAZD020745U, CAVAZD02745X. The current location of the subject property is: 202 Calle De La Rosa, Camarillo, CA 93012 The public auction will be made to satisfy the lien for storage of the above-described property that was deposited by Vernon Savola aka Vernon Victor Savola, Jr., Katherine Savola aka Katherine Lee Savola, Santa Barbara Bank and Trust with Lamplighter Camarillo. The total amount due on this property, including estimated costs, expenses and advances as of the date of the public sale, is $6,314.74. The auction will be made for the purpose of satisfying the lien on the property, together with the cost of the sale. Dated: October 18, 2018 HART, KING By: Neil J. Cacali, Esq.. Authorized Agent for Lamplighter Camarillo Contact: Julie Veliz (714) 432-8700 (10/18/18, 10/25/18 IFS# 10208)

93030 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien(s) of the above for towing, storage, labor, materials, and lien charges. Together with costs of advertising and expenses of sale. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC 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 Lien Sale per California Self Storage Act Chapter 10. Undersigned will sell items at www.Storagetreasures.com sale by competitive bidding ending on, October 30, 2018 at 12:00PM. Where said property has been stored and which are located at Golden State Storage, 2100 Auto Center Dr., Oxnard, CA 93036. County of Ventura, State of California the following units. Angela Morrison Adams - tools, vacuum, printer, boxes/totes. Elizabeth Reveles - luggage, toys Marion Beaton - computer desks (2), headboard, lamps, chairs. Theresa Wheeler - computer & monitor, bed frame, xmas dècor, fridge boxes/bins unknown. Vince Saringo - leather headboard, mattress set. Cynthia Landry - lawn chairs, lamp, end table. Purchases must be paid at the time of sale with Cash only. All purchases are sold as is and must be removed within 24 hours of the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation up to the time of sale. Company reserves the right to refuse any online bids. Dated 10/18/2018 and 10/25/2018. Auction by www.storagetreasures.com. Phone: 480-397-6503. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18 and 10/25/18.

LIEN SALE Bob Carlson’s Towing, 1300 Fleet Ave Ventura, CA. To be sold at 10:00 am on 11/6/2018: 13-NISS License: 6YDX496 / CA Vin: 3N1AB7AP0DL631488 Roy’s Towing, Inc., 1344 1/2 Thousand Oaks Blvd Thousand Oaks, CA. To be sold at 10:00 am, on 11/6/2018: 09-MAZD License: 7RLV312 / CA Vin: JM1BK32G891255114 PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18.

LIEN SALE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicle(s) at lien sale at said time(s) on: Tuesday, October 30, 2018 to wit: YEAR: 58 MAKE: CHEV VIN: F580100456 LIC# STATE. To be sold by: MIGUEL ANGEL CAMPOS JR, 2039 OCASO PL, OXNARD, VENTURA COUNTY, CA

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE Notice is Hereby Given that the contents of the following storage units 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, November 8th 2018 @ 9:00 AM. L486 Bachman, Steven - Air compressor, shop tools M815 Cisneros, Blanca - Furniture, totes, chest M616 Slagiel, Christopher R. Bikes, BBQ grill, wall decor M717 Anderson, Tisha - Dog crate, boxes K208 Fuentes, Veronica - Living / Bedroom Furniture L253 Gerardo, Mary E. - Trunk, Boxes L489 Hickey, John Wall dècor, kitchenware Airport Self Storage reserves the right to refuse ahy bid. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18 and 11/1/18.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC 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 Lien Sale per California Self Storage Act Chapter 10. Undersigned will sell items at www.Storagetreasures.com sale by competitive bidding ending on November 8th 2018 at 12:00PM. Where said property has been stored and which are located at Golden State Storage, 300 W Ventura Blvd Camarillo CA 93010, County of Ventura, State of California. The following units will be sold: Luz Trejo: 7+storage totes, Disney doll in box, luggage, clothing, linens, sombrero, locking chest. Larry English: Luggage, vacuum, 3+office chairs, tools, fishing gear, 20+boxes of unknown, backpack, xmas lighting, auto parts. Heather Brinkoetter: Hanging clothes, vizio flat screen, dinner table, patio furniture, 10+boxes of unknown, artwork, wardrobe rack, home dècor, house hold items, vacuum, women’s shoes, table lamp, luggage, bottles of wine, stepladder. Leyba Rosemary: 10+totes of unknown, Large chest/streamer truck, shelving unit, digital radio, household items, cooler, tire chains, cooler, clothing, artwork, die cast model cars, shovel. April Chandler: Tall dressing

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mirror, tennis gear (babolat), studio lighting, high quality camera tri pod, various furniture, two backpacks, house hold items, professional photo equipment. Erin Hoelle: love seat, bed frame (wood) Artwork, Solid wood dresser, tall lamp, USA map. Purchases must be paid at the time of sale with Cash only. All purchases are sold as is and must be removed within 24 hours of the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation any time up to the time of the auction. Company reserves the right to refuse any online bids. Auction by www.storagetreasures. com. Phone: 855-722-8853 PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. 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 ñ 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 13th day of November, 2018 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 # Carlos Aguilera 282 Carlos Aguilera 210 Stephanie Balades 464 Michael Barraza Jr 664 Louise Chaparro 416 Jose Martin Diaz 683 Susan Donley 290 Misael Escobar 589 530 Rebecca Espinoza Julianne Favreau 146 Don Holmes 737 Arthur Hurtado 757 Rae Lynne Lansang 719 David Lopez 425 255C Sergio Lopez Jonathan Madison 254A Cynthia Martinez 468 Leopoldo Medina C17 473 Lorraine Mondragon Apolonio Ortiz 695 Gavina Perez 730 Nida Raguini 027 Nida Raguini 143 Maria Ramirez 616 394 Sandy Reed Melissa Valenzuela 422 Denise Wear 646 Deborah Young 168 Liliana Zacarias 479 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 25th day of October and 1st day of November, 2018. Andasol Management, Inc. Bond#: 79183C. (888) 564-7782. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2018-00518946CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed OCT 18,

2018, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. PETITION OF: WILLIAM MICHAEL KLUNK FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: WILLIAM MICHAEL KLUNK filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: WILLIAM MICHAEL KLUNK to WILLIAM MICHAEL WILLIAMS. 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: 11/29/18. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: 42. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. 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: OCT 18, 2018. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, /s/ MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: NINA LEMOS, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2018-00518889CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed OCT 17, 2018, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. PETITION OF: CHERYL DAWN PALOMINO FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: CHERYL DAWN PALOMINO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: SOFIA DOMINIQUE PALOMINO to JENSEN DOMINIC PALOMINO. 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: 1205-2018. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: 21. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. 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: OCT 17, 2018. BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, /s/ MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: ELIZABETH MULLER, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC SEC. 6105) ESCROW NO. 5060466-SH NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) of the Seller(s), are: MTAP Development LLC, Store #4446; 1877 E. Daily Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010 Doing Business as: Papa John’s Pizza All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: None The location in California of the Chief Executive Officer of the Seller(s) is: Same The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: Arzak Investment Group Inc. Store #4446; 1877 E. Daily Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010 The assets to be sold are described in general as: furniture, fixture and equipment, tradename, goodwill, leasehold interest and improvement, covenant not to compete and are located at: Store #4446; 1877 E. Daily Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: Central Escrow, Inc. 3660 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 108, Los Angeles, CA 90010 and the anticipated sale date is 11/13/18 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2 The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: Central Escrow, Inc., 3660 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 108, Los Angeles, CA 90010 and the last date for filing claims by any creditor shall be 11/09/18, which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Buyer: Arzak Investment Group Inc By: /s/ Tarek Aly, President 10/25/18 CNS-3186624# VENTURA COUNTY WATERSHED PROTECTION DISTRICT NOTICE INVITING INFORMAL 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 November 14, 2018, and afterwards publicly opened, for ARROYO SIMI UPSTREAM OF ERRINGER ROAD DROP STRUCTURE CAP REPAIR, for Specification No. WP19-04, which consists of installation of steel caps on two drop structures crest walls, including removal of existing steel armor and deteriorated concrete, and repair of the damaged crest walls. The estimated cost of construction is $100,000.00. 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: http://vcpublicworks.org/engineering-services-department/ projects-out-to-bid then click on “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 930091670 (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 VENTURA COUNTY WATERSHED PROTECTION DISTRICT 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. 10/25/18 CNS-3186667#

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Orange Co. Inc. will sell at public lien sale on November 14, 2018, the personal property in the below-listed 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 B009 - Crosby, Geoffrey; C036 - Cantrell, Bryan; F029 - Brown, Fred; F117 - Sierra, Albert; F155 - Wright, Russell; F162 - Santos, Cynthia; F168 - Jenkins, Audrey; F207 - McFarland, Douglas; F289 - Mccowan, James; F297 - Kirby, Steven; F386 - Ybarra, Frank; F426 - Chiricuzio, Bryan; F446 Anthony, Tracy; F490 - Campos, Julio; F510 - Flores, Melissa PUBLIC STORAGE # 23050, 4400 McGrath St, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 324-6011 B364 - Pedler, Suzette; B369 - Tannenbaum, David; C247 Wilson, Priscilla; C262 - Chavez, Luz; D116 - Green, Dan; H070 DeSario, Calvin; H203 - Sanchez, Monica; I016 - Shellenberger, David; L003 - Mausavi, Morvarid PUBLIC STORAGE # 26812, 6435 Ventura Blvd, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 329-5384 C121 - Barcamontes, Francis; C175 - Valencia, Mayra; C182 Ortiz, Andrew; C186 - Brandel, Johnathan; C191 - Juarez-Torrez, Marissa; C194 - Armstrong, Cheri; C206 - Barragan, Anthony; C224 - Cerda, Ryan; C311 - Valdez, Mercedes; D019 - Beltran, Christopher; D136 - Hubbard, William (Bill); D218 - Gant, Dennise; D250 - Gonzalez, Gabriela PUBLIC STORAGE # 24110, 5515 Walker Street, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 312-9304 B086 - Minick, Brent; B194 - Leon, Mary Kay; C230 - Tanner, Rebecca; D318 - Ybarra, Ronnie; D322 - Fuller, Charlie; D403 - Harte, Jennifer; E458 - Schatzberg, Daniel; E477 - Garcia, Charlene; E494 - Watson, Mark PUBLIC STORAGE # 25779, 161 E Ventura Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036, (805) 456-6430 B498 - Scheck, James; R355 Scharff, June; R373 - Guerrero, Jose; R404 - Gonzales, Jesus; R430 - Kennedy-Hammond, Christopher PUBLIC STORAGE # 24529, 30921 Agoura Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91361, (818) 332-3029 1117 - Mazibuko, Paige; 3266 Eckstein, Charlotte PUBLIC STORAGE # 20154, 23811 Ventura Blvd, Calabasas, CA 91302, (818) 226-2864 D012 - Hagn, Michelle; F155 - Rohling, Barbara; F223 Korn, Hezi; G194 - Agent, april 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 25th of October & 1st of November 2018 by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Ave., Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 244-8080, Bond No. 6052683. 10/25, 11/1/18 CNS-3186916#

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Orange Co. Inc. will sell at public lien sale on November 15, 2018, the personal property in the below-listed 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 A016 - Otey, Linda; C088 - Metcalf, Stephanie; C117 - Tatum, Deandra; C166 - Bell, David; C198 - Young, Steve; D174 Galindo, Samuel; D284 - Lisio, Jody PUBLIC STORAGE # 24322, 2167 First Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065, (805) 285-7073 B069 - Bouck, Walton; B084 Smith, Sarah; C020 - Blackwell, Daniel; C057 - Blackwell, Daniel; D029 - Robinson, Andreon; D042 - Murray, Christopher; D069 Doyle, Catherine; E030 - Brenner, Bonnie; E055 - Larson, Maria; F001 - Macon, Christopher; F072 - Nichole, Carol PUBLIC STORAGE # 26607, 120 West Easy Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065, (805) 285-7067 044 - Gasper, Tami; 053 - Warren, Christopher; 065 - Bonesteel, Herbert; 215 - Bonesteel, Herbert; 514 - Lombardi, Phillip PUBLIC STORAGE # 25753, 875 W Los Angeles Ave, Moorpark, CA 93021, (805) 298-1384 162 - Poynter, Tina; 496 - Mercuro, Michael; 558 - Cameron, Brandon; 569 - Meza, Brian 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 25th of October and this 1st of November 2018 by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244-8080. Bond No. 5908365. 10/25, 11/1/18 CNS-3187125#

Fict. Business Names FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180911-10016780-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BESSIEB DESIGN CO., 401 West Vineyard Ave., Apt #332, Oxnard, CA 93036, Ventura County, BESSIE JASMIN BRADSHAW HERRERA, 401 West Vineyard Ave., Apt #332, 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/ BESSIE JASMIN BRADSHAW HERRERA, Bessie Jasmin Bradshaw Herrera. 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: September 11, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180928-10018002-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AFFORDABLE HANDYMAN, 5329 Via Quinto, Newbury Park, CA 91320, Ventura County, Michael Erickson, 5329 Via Quinto, Newbury Park, CA 91320. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 3/7/2017. 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/ Michael Erickson, Michael Erickson. 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: September 28, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181001-10018063-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DIANE’S QUALITY CLEANING, 8372 Eureka Street, Ventrua, CA 93004, Ventura County, Diane Lynn Leforge, 8372 Eureka Street, 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: 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/ Diane Lynn Leforge, Diane Lynn Leforge. 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: October 1, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180926-10017790-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LALO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO INC, 6100 Telegraph Rd., Ste F, Ventua, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CA C4192351, LALO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO INC, 234 Donner Ave., 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: 10/1/18. 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/ LALO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO INC, Heliodoro Soto, Heliodoro Soto, Vice 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: September 26, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180927-10017970-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

1) ARTLIFE FOUNDATION, 2) JOSEPH CARDELLA’S ARTLIFE, 3) CARDELLA’S ART SAVES LIVES, 539 Howard St., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CALIF., ARTLIFE, 539 Howard St., Ventura, CA 93003, ARTLIFE INC, 539 Howard St., 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: 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/ ARTLIFE, Nello Panelli, Nello Panelli, Vice 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: September 27, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/4/18, 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180924-10017663-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) ELEMENTAL ENERGY, 2) ELEMENTAL ENERGY HEALING, 2906 Surfrider Ave., Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, Mikko Cook, 2906 Surfrider Ave., 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/ Mikko Cook, Mikko Cook. 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: September 24, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18.

Christopher T. Jones, Christopher T. Jones, Managing Member. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181010-10018745-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOUTHSHORE POOL TECH, 2926 Corpus Christi St., Simi Valley, CA 93063, Ventura County, Christopher Arnheiter, 2926 Corpus Christi St., Simi Valley, CA 93063. 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/ Christopher Arnheiter, Christopher Arnheiter. 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: October 10, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181002-10018207-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) WIDE OPEN THROTTLE, 2) GREENROCK PERFORMANCE, 1473 Tower Square, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CA 4049511, C&C RAITI CORP., 1020 Nightingale Pl., Oxnard, CA 93036. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1.) 09/29/2018; 2.) 09/15/2017. 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/ C&C RAITI CORP., Claudia Raiti, Claudia Raiti, Treasurer. 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: October 2, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO. 20180913-10016930-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PALM BEACH TAN. Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 1464 Madera Road, Suite I, Simi Valley, CA 93065. The date on which the Fictitious Business Name being Abandoned was filed: 4/8/15. The file number to the Fictitious Business Name being Abandoned: 20150408-10006663-001/1. The County where the Fictitious Business Name was filed: Ventura. West Coast Tanning, LLC, 6200 Maple Avenue, Dallas, TX 75235. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277). /s/ West Coast Tanning, LLC,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180925-10017763-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BETTER WINE IMPORTS, 2970 Avocado Ct., Newbury Park, CA 91320, Ventura County, Nicolas Sean Stevenson, 2970 Avocado Ct., Newbury Park, CA 91320. 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/ Nicolas Sean Stevenson, Nicolas Sean Stevenson. 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: September 25, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180917-10017252-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SEW OJAI, 727 W. El Roblar, Ojai, CA 93023, Ventura County, Shannon Allen, 727 W. El Roblar, Ojai, CA 93023. 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/ Shannon Allen, Shannon Allen. 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: September 17, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180925-10017780-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EPIC GROUP, 1601 Eastman Avenue Suite #100, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, CA, William B. Kendall, 3000 Vista Linda Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93108. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/89. 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).)

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LEGAL /s/ William B. Kendall, William B. Kendall. 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: September 25, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181005-10018494-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: OCEAN VISTA REALTY, 143 Figueroa #7, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Madelaine LaVoie, 56740 Hidden Gold Dr., Yucca Valley, CA 92284. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: October 5, 2018. 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/ Madelaine LaVoie, Madelaine LaVoie. 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: October 5, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181009-10018596-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VENTURA BARBER BOOTH RENTALS, 2040 E. Main St. Unit C, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, Jose Delgadillo, 477 Ben Ct., Newbury Park, CA 91320. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names

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listed above on: 10-9-18. 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/ Jose Delgadillo, Jose Delgadillo. 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: October 9, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181002-10018140-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) LAW OFFICES OF MARK PACHOWICZ, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION, 2) LAW OFFICES OF MARK R. PACHOWICZ, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION, 4055 Mission Oaks Blvd. Suite A, Camarillo, CA 93012, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CA Professional Law Corporaltion, Law Offices of Mark Pachowicz, A Professional Law Corporation, 4055 Mission Oaks Blvd. Suite A, Camarillo, CA 93012. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/20/2004. 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/ Law Offices of Mark Pachowicz, A Professional Law Corporation, Lori Pachowicz, Lori Pachowicz, Secretary. 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

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14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on: October 2, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180919-10017460-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MMT SOLUTIONS INC., 22720 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364, Los Angeles County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CA 4188845, MMT SOLUTIONS INC., 22720 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. 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/ MMT SOLUTIONS INC., Michael A. Laub, Michael A. Laub, 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: September 19, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181009-10018661-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LIQUIDATIONS & MORE, 101 Floyd Dr., Santa Paula, CA 93060, Ventura County, William Monsalve, 101 Floyd Dr., Santa Paula, CA 93060. 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/ William Monsalve, William Monsalve. 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: October 9, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181012-10018913-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE TENT COMMANDMENTS, 3088 Saffron Circle, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, Ventura County, Jeffrey Goforth, 3088 Saffron Circle, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. 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/ Jeffrey Goforth, Jeffrey Goforth. 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: October 12, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20180927-10017964-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SING TIME KARAOKE, 1631 Montevina Circle #1808, Oxnard, CA 93030, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CA, SING TIME KARAOKE, LLC, 1631 Montevina Circle #1808, Oxnard, CA 93030. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/27/2018. 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/ SING TIME KARAOKE, LLC, Stephen Zaccone, Stephen Zaccone, 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: September 27, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181011-10018818-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CONDOR SELF STORAGE OF OJAI, 1601 Eastman Avenue, Suite #100, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: California, CONDOR SELF STORAGE, LLC, 1601 Eastman Avenue, Suite #100, 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: 09/11/18. 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/ CONDOR SELF STORAGE, LLC, William B. Kendall, William B. Kendall, Managing Member of KO Management, LLC. 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: October 11, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181001-10018097-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SAWASDEE THAI CUISINE, 2887 Johnson Dr., Ste A, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CALIFORNIA, THAI KANN ENG INC., 2887 Johnson Dr., Ste A, 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: 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/ THAI KANN ENG INC., Kay Anderson, Kay Anderson, 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: October 1, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181017-10019200-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) CERAMI INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE & ACUPUNCTURE, 2) CERAMI ACUPUNCTURE, 2277 Townsgate Rd., Suite 214, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, Ventura County, Nisan Cerami, 230 Bedford Pl., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/4/14. 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/ Nisan Cerami, Nisan Cerami. 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: October 17, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181017-10019168-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FANTASTIC SAMS CUT & COLOR, 1025 Broadbeck Drive, Newbury Park, CA 91320, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: 201826910411 / California, FANTASTIC SAMS NEWBURY LLC, 8138 Royer Ave., West Hills, CA 91304. 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/ FANTASTIC SAMS NEWBURY LLC, Chona Chua, Chona Chua Gonzaga, CEO. 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: October 17, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181004-10018373-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) THE PIERPONT INN WYNDHAM GARDEN VENTURA, 2) AUSTEN’S RESTAURANT, 550 Sanjon Road, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization: CALIFORNIA, JAZZY, LLC - GENERAL PARTNER, 42 Corporate Park, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92606. This business is conducted by: A Limited Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/01/2018. 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

LEGAL of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ JAZZY, LLC - GENERAL PARTNER of VENUS, L.P., Kiran Dahya, KIRAN DAHYA, MANAGER. 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: October 4, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181016-10019080-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) PARLOR ROOM GOODS & SERVICES, 2) PARLOR ROOM GOODS, 432 N. Ventura Ave #97, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, CA, Sara Beckton, 282 W. Prospect 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: March 2017. 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 Beckton, Sara Beckton. 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: October 16, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181011-10018854-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOUTH MOUNTAIN INDIAN MAIDEN, 971 E. Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060, Ventura County, Steven Cary Blatchley, 1006 Mill Place,

Santa Paula, CA 93060. 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/ Steven Cary Blatchley, Steven Cary Blatchley. 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: October 11, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 20181017-10019192-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GYROTONIC VENTURA, 1453 East Main St., Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, Pamela Pilkenton, 3171 Hilltop Drive, 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/ Pamela Pilkenton, Pamela Pilkenton. 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: October 17, 2018. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18, 11/8/18 and 11/15/18.

Summons SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 56-2018-00510083-CL-CL-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Jose Santiago Nunez aka Jose Nunez individually and dba Servicios Generales and DOES 1 through 50, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Intermex Wire Transfer Corp., a California Corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citácion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso

por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93009-0001 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre, la dirección y el Número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Natalia A. Minassian SBN 227664, Hatkoff & Minassian, ALC, Bruce A. Hatkoff SBN 66146, 18757 Burbank Blvd., Suite 100 Tarzana, CA 91356 (818) 990-5180 (818) 990-2463 DATE (Fecha): March 9, 2018 Michael D. Planet, Clerk (Secretario), by Amber Ramirez, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant. 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25/18 CNS-3179075# SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) Case No. 56-2018-00517662CU-OR-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ROSIE DE LA CERDA, ALFRED DE LA CERDA AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY, NAMED AS DOES 1 THROUGH 10 INCLUSIVE. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CAROLYN DIAZ, TRUSTEE OF THE DIAZ FAMILY TRUST DATED MARCH 11, 1997. NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these

court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citácion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección

de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el numero de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): JEFFREY S. FRASIER, 510 SW FIFTH AVE., FIFTH FLOOR, PORTLAND, OR 97204, 503-221-7958. Date (Fecha): 09/13/2018 /s/: Michael D. Planet, Executive Officer and Clerk (Secretario), By Shannon Defisher, Deputy (Adjunto). [Seal]. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18.

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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: ERIN R. PARKS SBN133873, 625 E. Victoria St., Garden Suite, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, 805/8997717. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF RUTH R. BERRY, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2018-00518334PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, crediNOTICE OF PETITION tors, contingent creditors, and TO ADMINISTER persons who may otherwise be ESTATE OF interested in the will or estate, CELIA MEDINA, or both, of: RUTH R. BERRY. DECEDENT A Petition for Probate has Case No: been filed by: PAMELA ALLMAN 56-2018-00518512in the Superior Court of CaliPR-LA-OXN fornia, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate re- To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and quests that: PAMELA ALLMAN persons who may otherwise be appointed as personal representative to administer be interested in the will or esthe estate of the decedent. tate, or both, of: CELIA MEDINA. The petition requests the de- A Petition for Probate has cedent’s will and codicils, if been filed by: FRED RUIZ in any, be admitted to probate. the Superior Court of CaliThe will and any codicils are fornia, County of VENTURA. available for examination The Petition for Probate rein the file kept by the court. quests that: FRED RUIZ be The petition requests authority appointed as personal representative to administer to administer the estate under the Independent Administra- the estate of the decedent. tion of Estates Act. (This au- The petition requests authority to administer the estate under thority will allow the personal representative to take many the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This auactions without obtaining court thority will allow the personal approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, representative to take many the personal representative will actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain be required to give notice to interested persons unless they very important actions, however, have waived notice or con- the personal representative will sented to the proposed action.) be required to give notice to The independent administration interested persons unless they authority will be granted un- have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) less an interested person files The independent administration an objection to the petition and authority will be granted unshows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. less an interested person files A hearing on the petition will an objection to the petition and be held in this court as fol- shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. lows: Nov. 8, 2018 at 9:00 A hearing on the petition will a.m. in Dept. J6. Address of court: Superior Court of Cali- be held in this court as folfornia, County of Ventura, 4353 lows: 11/14/2018 at 9:00 a.m. E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, in Dept. J6. Address of court: CA 93036, Oxnard Branch. Superior Court of California, If you object to the granting of County of Ventura, 4353 E. the petition, you should appear Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Courthouse. at the hearing and state your If you object to the granting of objections or file written objections with the court before the the petition, you should appear hearing. Your appearance may at the hearing and state your be in person or by your attorney. objections or file written objecIf you are a creditor or a con- tions with the court before the tingent creditor of the dece- hearing. Your appearance may dent, you must file your claim be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a conwith the court and mail a copy to the personal representative ap- tingent creditor of the decepointed by the court within the dent, you must file your claim later of either (1) four months with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative apfrom the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal pointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months representative, as defined in October 25, 2018 — — 33

LEGAL 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: Brandon P. Johnson SBN 210958, 1200 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 280, Camarillo, CA 93010, 805-4822282. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BRADFORD J. JACOBSON, BRADFORD JOHN JACOBSON, BRAD JACOBSON, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2018-00517311PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: BRADFORD J. JACOBSON, BRADFORD JOHN JACOBSON, BRAD JACOBSON. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: GREGORY S. JONES in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: GREGORY S. JONES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 1, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J6. Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Center. 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 34 —

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: David E. Edsall, Esq., SBN 86217, Edsall Law, A Professional Law Corporation, 400 Camarillo Ranch Road, Suite 102, Camarillo, CA 93012, (805) 484-9002. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/11/18, 10/18/18 and 10/25/18. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STEPHEN R. KERNER CASE NO. 56-201800518440-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 STEPHEN R. KERNER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JEFFREY B. KERNER in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JEFFREY B. KERNER 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: 11/15/18 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

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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 CRAIG J. ENGLANDER SBN 157945 LEWIN & ENGLANDER 13101 W WASHINGTON BOULEVARD, SUITE 207 LOS ANGELES CA 90066 10/11, 10/18, 10/25/18 CNS-3182547# NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF KATHRYN SUE YATES, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2018-00518741PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: KATHRYN SUE YATES. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: JEFFREY LEE YATES in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: JEFFREY LEE YATES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 15, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J-6. Address of court: Superior Court of Cali-

fornia, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Oxnard Branch. 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: Fred Rosenmund, (State Bar# 90033), 2816 Rice Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93033, (805) 486-2500. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/18/18, 10/25/18 and 11/1/18. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD E. WEAVER AKA DICK WEAVER CASE NO. 56-201800518527-PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of RICHARD E. WEAVER AKA DICK WEAVER. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CLAUDIA AZUCENA SAGASTUME QUINONEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CLAUDIA AZUCENA SAGASTUME QUINONEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost 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 un-

less 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: 11/14/18 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 SCOTT E. RAHN - SBN 222528 KEVIN W. YANG - SBN 266814 RMO LLP 2029 CENTURY PARK EAST, SUITE 2910 LOS ANGELES CA 90067 10/18, 10/25, 11/1/18 CNS-3183572# NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JACK W. TEMPLIN also known as JACK WESLEY TEMPLIN, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2018-00518884PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JACK W. TEMPLIN also known as JACK WESLEY TEMPLIN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: JIM HARRY TEMPLIN in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: JIM HARRY TEMPLIN 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 Administra-

tion 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: 11/14/2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J6. 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: Kevin G. Staker, SBN: 101400, 1200 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 280, Camarillo, CA 93010, (805) 4822282. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF PAMELA KAY KROHN also known as PAMELA K. HUNTER, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2018-00518976PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: PAMELA KAY KROHN also known as PAMELA K. HUNTER. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: CARLEY MEADOWS and AIMEE THOMPSON in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate re-

quests that: CARLEY MEADOWS and AIMEE THOMPSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 28, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J6. 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: Kevin G. Staker, SBN: 101400, 1200 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 280, Camarillo, CA 93010, (805) 4822282. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 10/25/18, 11/1/18 and 11/8/18. ♦

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