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Recipe of the Month: Cinnamon Rolls 1/2 cup warm water 2 packages dry yeast 2 tablespoons sugar 1 pkg. (3 1/2 oz.) vanilla pudding mix 1/2 cup margarine, melted 2 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 6 cups flour In a bowl combine water, yeast and sugar. Stir until dissolved. Set aside.

Hearst Castle

In large bowl, take pudding mix and prepare according to package directions. Add margarine, eggs and salt. Mix well. Then add yeast mixture. Blend.

Features

Paso Robles

Feature Town: Templeton

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Feature Beach Town:

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Santa Margarita

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Templeton Feature Restaurant:

Wines of California

San Miguel

Creston

Shandon

ASK YOUR VET

Automotive Answers-

The Contractor:

Real Estate Reasoning

Gardening: Composting

Nerium Skin Carer

Recipe of the Month:

Roll out on floured board to 34x21" size. Filling:

Weekend Getaway:

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Gradually add flour; knead until smooth. Place in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled. Punch down dough and let rise again.

1 cup butter, soft 2 cups brown sugar 4 teaspoons cinnamon Spread soft butter over rolled-out dough. In bowl, mix sugar with cinnamon. sprinkle over top. Roll up very tightly. With knife, put a notch every 2". Cut with thread or knife. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet 2" apart. Take hand and lightly press down on each roll. Cover and let rise until double again. Bake at 350째F for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove when they start to turn golden. DON'T OVER BAKE. Frost warm rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting (see below). Makes about 20 very large rolls. Cream Cheese Frosting:

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8 oz. cream cheese 1/2 cup margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 cups confectioners' sugar 1 tablespoon milk To make frosting, mix all ingredients until smooth.

Mission Statement

Shandon is located at the bottom of the San Juan Valley, where San Juan Creek and Cholame Creek come together to form the Estrella River, which flows west to meet the Salinas River north of Paso Robles. Shandon is also at the junction of State Routes 41 and 46, at the southwestern portion of the stretch where the two highways merge together for approximately six miles. The even smaller town of Cholame is about six miles northeast of Shandon, where the two highways diverge again. The San Andreas Fault cuts perpendicular to the highways here, six miles

above the grade publications’ LLC is published on a monthly basis for the north county neighbors and businesses of the Central Coast. In the coming months, we will focus on reaching three distinctive demographical groups: college-affiliated people, locals & travelers. Starting Spring 2012 we will distribute to homes in Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Templeton, Paso Robles, San Miguel, Creston and Shandon. Publications are now distributed weekly to advertisers, bakeries, coffee shops, hotels, airports and medical offices of the Central Coast as well as published at our web page and ISSUU.com Opinions included are not necessarily those of above the grade publications, LLC http://www.americantowns.com/ca/shandon-information

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Legal Tips: The Importance of a DBA "Doing Business As" or DBA for short is a legal term often referred to as fictitious name, assumed name or trade name. It is a declaration of individuals and business entities that allow them to do business legally while using a fictitious name in a very easy and inexpensive manner. Filing a DBA also allows business owners to legally accept payments, open bank accounts, and advertise under their chosen fictitious names. Having an assumed name can also avoid fraud since doing business using a name other than your legal name without proper documents is against the law. So why would a business entity want to file a fictitious name? There are several reasons for this. First, when you are a sole proprietor, you have the option to use a business name instead of your own name. You also do not have to create a formal entity such as a corporation, partnership or even LLC. Legal entities on the other hand can do multiple businesses without having several business entities. DBA statements are usually used in franchising businesses. Here, the franchisee conduct business using the franchise' brand name but at the same time, it also has its own legal name.

Filing a DBA online is not as complicated as it seems. In most cases, all you need to do is to sit in front of your computer, answer the questionnaire and wait for it to be reviewed and processed. However, in some states especially in California and other areas, business owners are required to publish a notice of their intent to operate in a fictitious name in newspapers at a certain time period. Business owners are also compelled to record the name in the Recorder of deeds. This aims to protect people from fraud and other legal problems that might arise in the future.

EDITOR’S EDITION Spring has come to the coastland once again, bringing to us many familiar routines. Somewhere between the clear skies, warm fires, and cold mornings on the north county, I finally surrendered to a fever I had been trying to ignore. That sleepless night I wrestled with pillows and blankets until fatigue, fever and cold house convinced me to brush Bubba– my Great Pyrenees, bring him in with me, build a fire and lay down on my down sleeping bag and enjoy the crackling, warm fire! Ah...all was OK! Half sitting to keep my computer on my lap as I decided to update this Editor’s Edition. I heard a noise outside the sliding glass doors and my attention was drawn to two little fawns outside. Dark with a full moon they were simply drinking water from Bubbas bowl – thankful that I brought Bubba in to allow this treat for the deer the peaceful scene began to settle my distracted senses. The fire crackled against the coldness at the window. I recalled many other Spring times, other cold evenings. Many EASTERS COME AND GONE. Many colds and fevers nursed by the kindness of mom and family...unlike tonight. It was nice however– reminiscing all the memories to strengthen the spirit! If it weren't for the slowing reins of this stubborn illness, I might have missed it. The opportunity to treasure a little of the simple riches of this life. Pretty good health, a won3

Area of Coverage

Loading Chute Restaurant 6350 Webster Road Creston, CA 93432

North– San Miguel, South– San Luis Obispo, West– Pacific Ocean and

805-237-1259 Come Visit the Loading Chute in downtown Creston!

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Where the drive is amazing, the scenery is beautiful and our food is just as perfect. We are open EVERY day! HOURS:

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Breakfast (Sunday only): 9:00 am - noon with lunch continuing until 4pm. (the second Sunday of the month is brunch buffet, served with bottomless champagne and mimosas) Lunch: 11:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Saturday

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Dinner: 4:00pm - 9:00pm 7 days a week

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I have found a wonderful tool to use paralleling my publication! Hoping to bridge the gap between lick-the-seal Hallmarks and impersonal ecards is SendOutCards.com allows users to create custom cards online, which are then printed and delivered to the recipient. SendOutCards was founded on the fulfillment of a promise to always act on inclinations toward general kindness, says CEO Kody Bateman. "The most important thing to running an online business is keeping it personal," he says. Try it:

The Loading Chute is full service casual dining restaurant. We feature many local wines from the Paso Robles area that pair very well with the steaks that we serve during the evening. Our Beef selection is among the finest in the country, not to mention, experienced cooks who will not disappoint. Our breakfast includes items such as an assortment of omelet's, waffles, pancakes, and a killer eggs Benedict. The lunch menu

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From the menu for the Loading Creston Chute Restaurant right after it opened in December of 2000 after extensive renovations by Gary and Dana Parker: "Creston History 101" In the early 1870's, settlers were drawn to the Creston countryside by wild oats that "stood up to a horse's shoulders," hills and valleys dotted with majestic ancient oaks and fertile farm ground. The quaint community was founded in March 1884 by four pioneers http://www.creston.ca.com who bought the 40,000 acre Rancho Huer Huero land grant. C.J. Cressy, Amos Adams, Thomas Ambrose, and J.V. Webster laid out the town of Creston, which, for a time, they called the Huer Huero after the ranch, in hopes that the tracks of the long-awaited railroad would someday parallel their investment. Named after Cressy, Creston was at one time home to three saloons, two restaurants, a couple of livery stables, two laundries, a pair of blacksmith shops, a hotel, a bakery, post office, church, school, and jail. The Creston jail ( locals called it a "calaboose" ) was used to lock up "people who get filled up on the corner with lightning water to such a degree that they make things howl," according to Edouard Cliff in an 1887 edition of the Creston News. When vacant, the Calaboose was found to e "convenient for evening prayer meetings and private card parties when stud poker is on the carpet" and also was used as a makeshift meat locker. The Creston Jail was burned down in 1960 by a pack of careless young renegades who used to hide behind the tiny building and smoke cigarettes. though the numbers of deputy-defying desperadoes who ever spent the night in the Creston Calaboose are not confirmed, stories passed down through the generations say bands of them rode a route known as the "Outlaw Trail," which wound its way through the brush country south of Creston. Cattle rustlers said to include Jesse James, jack Powers, the Dalton Boys and Joaquin Murrietta, drove their herds over the trail, and "found it a convenient way of coming and going on their prowls for victims to rob or even kill if the occasion made it needful." The outlaws

Santa Margarita

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Santa Margarita Created by the construction of the Salinas Dam in 1941, Santa Margarita Lake was originally designed to furnish water to Camp San Luis Obispo. Today, swimming in the lake is not permitted as it is the drinking water reservoir for the City of San Luis Obispo. Beyond the developed area of the park, Santa Margarita Lake Natural Area represents several thousand acres of designated open space. This section of the park is managed for its natural resource values, passive recreational use, and environmental education opportunities. The area is accessible to hikers, bicyclists and equestrians. Motor vehicles are not permitted in the Natural Area. Santa Margarita Lake Regional Park is a nature lover's retreat. With thousands of acres of unspoiled open space, the park is home to countless species of plants and wildlife making it the

The Range 2317 El Camino Real Santa Margarita, CA

OPEN DAILY FROM 6:00AM TO 9:00PM

1402 Mission Street I absolutely love this restaurant. I know where it is , yet it is still difficult to spot , especially in the dark! Located in the tiny town of Santa Margarita (just a quick 10 -minute drive from San Luis Obispo and Atascadero), you would never stumble upon it on your own. Another great thing about this the Range, there main marketing is word-of-mouth, and the place stays full to capacity this way speaking loudly for its consistency and quality of food. They don't take reservations or credit cards (or at least not up until the last time I went), but who cares! Just hit the ATM before you go (or they will take a check, with proper ID?), and tremendously worth the wait if there is one! The comfortable patio with a glass of wine, a good friend and great weather (which we usually have â&#x20AC;&#x201C;all thru the year), makes the wait just another experience of The Range! This restaurant has the nicest people working there, almost s if they own the place and the best casual atmosphere for a more upscale quality cuisine. The food is always beyond incredible and I have yet to try something I didn't love, even during our CHRISTMAS party each year. I have to admit I tend to slightly overeat because you just have to try the appetizer, that salad (especially the MAN SALAD),

San Miguel, CA 93451 http://www.mission-market.com

Mission Market & Deli is proud to bring your community a wide selection of quality groceries. We have carefully selected our products to fit almost all your daily needs. We are committed to providing superior products and service to our customers mad we thank you for the opportunity to serve you.

Hungry for a custom made sandwich built your way? All sandwiches start with a 1/4 pound of meat and topped from selection of condiments of your choice. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a hurry try one of our premade sandwiches or call in advance to have your sandwich ready when you get here.

plus your dinner (incredibly tender beef, mouth watering chicken) and then who can resist those desserts? The menu leans to "comfort-food" (my favorite) in taste but it fits with the atmosphere of Santa Margarita, and my general taste as well as the North County where people still want their red meat while dining higherend as seen in there apps like escargot and crawfish. A prime example of fine dining was when, after the local ranch had castration day, they had very fresh "Rocky Mountain Oysters" fresh off the steer from just down the road, behind the Range. I don't eat them, however, I thought if you did, how much more fresh can you get?

San Miguel Oak Country Veterinary Services welcomes you to our ad! We have two locations to choose from: Santa Margarita and Paso Robles, Ca.

1510 Mountain Springs Rd.

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San Miguel is home to the Mission San Miguel Arcángel, founded on 25 July 1797. Mission San Miguel Arcángel was founded on July 25, 1797 by the Franciscan order, on a site chosen specifically due to the large number of Salinan Indians that inhabited the area, whom the Spanish priests wanted to evangelize. It is located at 775 Mission Street, San Miguel, California, in San Luis Obispo County. The mission remains in use as a parish church to this day. After being closed to the public for six years due to the 2003 San Simeon Earthquake, the church reopened on December 22, 2009. Inside the church are murals by Esteban Munras. Father Presidente Fermin Francisco de Lasuen founded the mission on July 25, 1797, making it the sixteenth California mission. Its location between Mission San Luis Obispo and Mission San Antonio de Padua provided a stop on the trip that had previously taken two days. In 1803, the mission reported an Indian population of 908, while its lands grazed 809 cattle, 3,223 sheep, 342 horses and 29 mules. That year's harvest included about 2,186 fanegas of wheat and corn (A fanega was about 220 pounds). Most of the mission burned, while still being developed, in 1806. It was rebuilt within a year. On July 15, 1836, the Mexican government secularized mission lands, including Mission San Miguel, and Ygnacio Coronel took charge. In 1846, Governor Pío Pico sold the Mission for $600 to Petronillo Rios and William Reed. Reed used the Mission as a family residence and a store. In 1848, Reed and his family were murdered, leaving the Mission vacant for a period of time. The Mission was a stopping place for miners coming from Los Angeles to San Francisco, and was consequently was used as a saloon, dance hall, storeroom and living quarters. In 1859, President James Buchanan returned the Mission to the Church. In 1878, after 38 years without a resident padre, Father Philip Farrelly became the "First Pastor" of Mission San Miguel Arcángel. Through all the years the priests kept the church in condition and it is called the best-preserved church in the mission chain today. In 1928, Mission San Miguel Arcángel and Mission San Antonio de Padua were returned to the Franciscan order. Since then, the Mission has been repaired and restored, and has one of the best-preserved interiors (which gives one of the best examples of old mission life). For many years, the Mission served the town as an active parish church of the Diocese of Monterey. Unfortunately, harmonic vibrations from the nearby Union Pacific Railroad main line has weakened the unreinforced masonry structures over the years. The San Simeon Earthquake of December 22, 2003 caused severe damage to the sanctuary at Mission San Miguel. The Catho-

Paso Robles, CA 93446 22380 El Camino Real Santa Margarita, CA

Dr. James E. Aarons has practiced in rural SLO County for over 20 years and understands the unique needs of pet owners in our area. We have streamlined our services to meet the needs of rural residents in northern San Luis Obispo County, CA. A large majority of our patients live anywhere from Lockwood, California Valley, Pozo, Heritage Ranch, near Lake Naciemento, Parkfield, Creston,, Shandon, Atascadero, Templeton and Santa Margarita Lake area.

Oak Country Veterinary Services offers two locations to choose from: one in Paso Robles and the other in Santa Margarita, and is a full service companion animal hospital. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet. We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet’s health care. Our goal is to practice quality medicine with an emphasis on client education.

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El Camino Veterinary Hospital 1380 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422

Professional Grooming and Boarding, Ultrasound, Surgery, Senior Citizen Discounts, Reproduction, Pet Products, Oncology, Exotics, Endoscopy, Dentistry, Critical Care, Birds

“The Doctors and Staff of El Camino Veterinary Hospital are all kind, caring and highly trained individuals. All my pets have been patients there for over 7 years. We have been treated for many ailments. All successfully and with the utmost respect to our ani-

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Find out why Sylvester's Burgers is famous for its "Big, Hot 'n Juicy" burgers. Sylvester's Burgers has been a Central Coast favorite for over 20 years now with two locations - our new one in Atascadero and the original in Los Osos, California. At Sylvester's, you will be served the best quality, guaranteed. We use 100% unfrozen USDA grade beef for our awardwinning burgers that are topped with Sylvester's Sauce, an undeniably delicious blend of sauces and seasonings. We use the freshest produce not only for our burgers, but also for our healthier options, including the Cajun Chicken

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Addison, Texas – August 29, 2011

ASK YOUR VET

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FOODS THAT ARE POISONOUS TO DOGS AND CATS

Yes, everyone loves their pet. Many of us love to show our love by sharing human foods with our furry friends. And of course there are times our favorite furry friends indulge in consuming of our food themselves. In either case some of these foods are toxic to them. We will discuss toxic foods along with symptoms and signs of toxicity. We will cover foods mostly that we tend to share with pets. We shall assume that no one will intentionally give their pet alcohol, coffee, or moldy spoiled food. Not only are certain foods toxic but many plants and medications are toxic also. The ASPCA has a poison control center staffed by vets 24 hours a day to answer any questions and their recommended treatments for any suspected poisonings. The ASPCA can also be reached at (888) 426-4435 (a $60 consultation fee will be charged). Their website iswwwaspca.org

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ONIONS AND GARLIC Many of us think of garlic as a healthy food that fights infection and builds immunity, but to our pets garlic and onions (also leeks and chives) are definitely too much of a good thing. These items, in the alium family, contain a complex mixture of sulfur compounds (this is why they are distinctive odors). These compounds are able to bind with the hemoglobin in the red blood cells of cats and to a lesser degree in dogs which causes the red blood cells to burst and die thus creating anemia! Toxicity usually occurs with one large dose or several smaller doses. A common cause of feline poisoning is commercial baby foods containing onion or garlic powder. Consumption of greater than .5% of their body weight at one time can show signs of toxicity. It seems Japanese dogs are more susceptible (Pugs, Akitas, Lhasa Apsa, Shih Tzu, Chow). Symptoms of toxicity will show several days after consumption and include lethargy, rapid breathing, exercise intolerance and possibly diarrhea!

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Atascadero...The brainchild of mega-entrepreneur E.G. Lewis, Atascadero CA is the result of nearly a century of organic community evolution. It is an amalgamation of rolling hills studded with majestic oaks and other mesmerizing flora; historic buildings; quaint lake park and zoo; dynamic enclaves of artists, musicians and writers; all surrounded by the most colorful visitor vistas and finest wineries in the state. Atascadero is the hub, the very center of California's Central Coast. Major Events

Farmers Market - Downtown - Every Wednesday - Year 'Round Sweetheart Stroll - Downtown - Saturday before Valentines' Day - February Click on the items below to direct to hotel information.

Wildflower Bike Ride - April Central Coast Cinca de Mayo - Saturday before May 5 Atascadero Wine & Golf Festival - Atascadero Lakeside Park - Saturday - June Tuesday Concerts in the Park - Atascadero Lakeside Park - June to August Saturday Concerts in the Park - Atascadero Lakeside park - June to August Great American Holiday - Saturday after July 4 Ice Cream Zoofari at the Zoo - July Hot El Camino Cruise Night - Huge car Cruise on Friday evening - August Mid-State Cruizers Car Show - Atascadero Lakeside Park - Saturday - August Sunken Gardens Flea Market - September Colony Days Parade & Celebration - Downtown - Third Saturday in October Halloween ZooBoo at the Zoo - October Downtown Winter Wonderland - Downtown - Second Friday in December More than just a stop-over point for other destinations, Atascadero offers a variety of local and regional festivals and events, glorious country roads for biking, the DeAnza Trail and other hiking venues, and an excellent golf course. Historic buildings and "Colony Homes" are scattered Pg. 10

Located just off the Lobby is the Pony Club, Hotel Cheval’s wine bar. The Pony Club continues the hotel’s equestrian theme with a traditional French zinctopped, horseshoe-shaped bar. Serving premium Central California Wines and light refreshments, the Pony Club is the perfect spot to sample some of Paso Robles finest wines. LUNCH AND DINNER Some of the eateries nearby Hotel Cheval in Paso Robles are: 

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Paso Robles Hotel Cheval • 1021 Pine Street • Paso Robles, CA 93446 http://www.facesoffreedom.org 47

Located almost halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Hotel Cheval is located just off the charming and historic Paso Robles town square. Hotel Cheval offers a welcoming haven for travelers visiting California’s Central Coast. We believe hospitality comes from the heart and our goal is to utterly

across the city. View the Italian Renaissance architecture of the classic Administration Building or the original Printery where E.G. Lewis created one of the finest printing companies in the nation. Learn about Tent City, where hundreds of colonists lived for up to two years while their homes were under construction. Visit the Colony House Museum and dig deeply into the colorful past of the Colony of Atascadero - a place the founder intended to provide the amenities of urban life and comfort of the countryside. In the historic downtown Colony District friendly merchants and tucked-away little cafes provide a unique experience for an afternoon or a weekend. Atascadero Lake borders the Lake Park Pavilion; perfect for weddings, reunions and other special occasions. The lake is home to many migrating water fowl and is a great site for bird-watching. The Charles Paddock Zoo, adjacent to the lake, is the only facility of its kind between Santa Barbara and San Jose; a cool and relaxing way to spend an afternoon with the kids. While you are visiting the lake park be sure to see the brand new Veteran's Memorial complex. This stirring monument consists of a Pathway to Freedom crowned with a unique bronze statue and granite walls telling the story of local veterans. Flags wave proudly over this reminder that freedom is never free.

With only 16 rooms, Hotel Cheval is designed for guests to enjoy themselves; by one of our intimate outdoor stone woodhttp://www.hotelcheval.com/ burning fireplaces, with a about_chester.php quiet respite in the LiMeet Hotel Cheval’s Belgian draft brary, or with friends in horse. the Pony Club, our Parisian inspired zinc topped horseshoe-shaped Wine Bar. Visitors to Paso Robles quickly discover that it is a very special place. Famous for its world-class wines, Paso Robles boasts a charming downtown scene with boutiques, art galleries, tasting rooms, excellent restaurants and a welcoming ambience. Paso Robles features a long list of attractions such as wine tasting at more than 200 local wineries, olive oil tasting, farmer’s markets, lavender farms, multiple golf courses, and perhaps the most renowned: Hearst Castle, which attracts almost one million visitors a year and is located just 45 minutes from Hotel Cheval. 46

The Atascadero Veteran's Memorial was conceived, designed and constructed using more than $200,000 in donations. It is City of Atascadero one of the finest memorials of its kind in http://www.atascadero.org/ the state. 805-461-5000 Atascadero proves you don't have to be big to be good. Lodging in Atascadero

Atascadero Chamber of Commerce http://www.atascaderochamber.org/ 805-466-2044 Atascadero Main Street http://www.atascaderomainstreet.org/ 805-462-0177 Atascadero Tourism http://www.visitatascadero.com/ Atascadero Historical Society http://www.atascaderohistoricalsociety.org/ Atascadero Colony Days http://www.colonydays.com/ Atascadero Wine Festival http://www.atascaderowinefestival.com/ Chalk Mountain Golf Course http://www.chalkmountaingolf.com/ Charles Paddock Zoo

8365 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA 93422 Phone: 805-466-8228 Call or email us to schedule your next appointment. Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Welcome to Schooners Wharf Located in picturesque Cayucos, California, Schooners has been offering guests an unforgettable dining experience since it opened in 1993. Embracing a nautical theme reminiscent of the early history of the Central Coast sailors and fishermen, Schooners boasts the best ocean views of any restaurant in the area. Gaze into the deep blue while enjoying one of our signature cocktails, or perhaps some of our famous calamari strips. Open daily from 11am to 9pm (bar open late), Schooners menu features fresh seafood and steaks, prepared thoughtfully by Chef Beto Gonzalez. Take time to stop in, take a look and say hello; chances are you'll find yourself wanting to indulge in our house specialty Bloody Mary, our fresh seafood, and some lively conversation with our local patrons. Hope to see you soon!

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Hoppe’s Garden Bistro and Wine Shop is the most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the Central Coast. Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppe’s seasonally inspired menu, hand selected wine list, a beautiful garden and historical setting-it’s a “must see” destination for locals and travelers on the Central Coast. Hoppe’s Garden Bistro and Wine Shop features organic meat and produce from both local farmers and farmers markets. Located on the waterfront, just a short walk from the beach in beautiful Cayucos, Hoppe’s also uses local Lobster and shellfish, including farmed Abalone direct from the nationally renowned Abalone Farm. With this wide range of menu items to tantalize the palette-from wild game and venison to prime meats and vegetarian and vegan itemsHoppe’s is proud to have received a score of 26 out of 30 in the Zagat Survey. Come taste the difference!

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West Coast Auto & Towing has been providing quality car care in Atascadero, Ca since 2007. We are a family owned business delivering honest and professional automotive repair and auto maintenance services to the people of Atascadero, Santa Margarita, Pozo, Creston, Templeton, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, and surrounding areas. The quality ASE (automotive service excellence) certified technicians at West Coast Auto & Towing employ today’s latest automotive technology and are equipped to handle all major and minor repairs on foreign and domestic vehicles. West Coast Auto & Towing is a certified Napa Auto Care Center, we are able to provide the benefits of an established national entity while maintaining the personal touch of a family owned business. We understand that your vehicle is a major investment, and that is why we care for each customer’s vehicle as if it were our own. Please be sure to go to our Shop Specials section for our current promotions and specials. Our Services

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Now located at The Historic Carlton Hotel 6005 El Camino Real, Downtown Atascadero (805) 460-6455 Building customer satisfaction one meal at a time. Colby Jack Cafe and Bakery is Atascadero's premier dining destination. Two hospitality enthusiasts, Jack and Natalie Dorris, have created a warm and inviting restaurant with European inspired pastries, hand- made breads, locally roasted Joebella Coffee, and a classic yet contemporary food menu. Colby Jack Cafe's menu features high quality ingredients from locally sourced produce to Certified Angus Beef , Imported Italian Hams to a selection of specialty cheese. The lunch menu includes sandwiches served on Jack's freshly baked croissants, ciabatta or French roll, including items such as a Bleu Burger, a Grilled Portobello Sandwich, a Club, a Vegetarian Mediterranean Feta, to a Roast Beef with Smoked Cheddar. The beautiful entree salads include a Nicoise with seared Ahi, a Cobb on fresh spinach, to a Caesar with house made dressing and croissant croutons. Building customer satisfaction one meal at a time. Colby Jack Cafe and Bakery is Atascadero's premier dining destination. Two hospitality enthusiasts, Jack and Natalie Dorris, have created a warm and inviting restaurant with European inspired pastries, hand- made breads, locally roasted Joebella Coffee, and a classic yet contemporary food menu.

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General Profile Templeton is a pleasant rural community located midway between Atascadero and Paso Robles in San Luis Obispo County. It was founded in 1886 when the Southern Pacific Railroad came through the area. Templeton has retained much of its historical character - many of the old buildings have been restored and are still in use today. New buildings are being built, but always with an eye to the past. Area Growth Templeton is one of three unincorporated areas in San Luis Obispo County that has land available for development. The population of the community of Templeton was 1,173 in 1990 and 3,139 in 1995. Unofficial 2000 estimate is approximately 5100. Climate At an elevation of 721 feet above sea level, the climate is mild and smog free. Prevailing winds are from the www.templetonchamber.com 20

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In 1973, Gary Eberle began his career in the wine industry by heading his family’s Estrella River Winery (currently Meridian Vineyards in Paso Robles) and produced 500,000 cases a year at its facility. Eberle’s pioneering spirit didn’t stop there. In 1980, he co-founded the Paso Robles Appellation and in 1983, Gary opened the doors to his own Eberle Winery with the premiere of Eberle’s 1979 Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, Eberle handcrafts 25,000 cases of wine each year from surrounding Estate vineyards. And, after more than 25 years since the release of the Eberle label, the winery consistently remains one of the highest award-winning wineries in the United States. The Boar The German name "Eberle" translates to "small boar." At Eberle Winery, a bronze boar greets every guest who visits the Tasting Room. The statue is the 93rd replica of the original bronze Porcellino cast by Tacca in 1620. And today, the original can be found in the straw market in Florence, Italy. It is considered good luck to rub the boar's nose and toss a coin in the water below. All money collected at the Eberle boar fountain is donated to local children's charities. The Tasting Room & Caves The redwood building that houses the Winery and Tasting Room was built to be a natural extension of the vineyard and surrounding countryside. But in 1994, Eberle was seeking additional space for the red wine program and decided to go underground. Today, 16,000 square feet of underground caves located below the winery create the perfect place to age every bottle of wine we make. In addition, the 100-seat Wild Boar Room serves as a romantic and beautiful backdrop for our monthly Guest Chef Pg. 45 37 Dinner Series and Private Events

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THE GREG MALIK HOME SELLING SYSTEM How to net thousands of $$$ more when selling your home Hi, I'm Greg Malik with Greg Malik Real Estate Group. Thank you for taking a few minutes of your valuable time to learn how you can benefit from the Greg Malik Home Selling System in getting your North County home sold faster and for top dollar.

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In 1952 Jim Rossi started hauling milk from the family dairy in SLO county to Arden Farms Creamery in Santa Barbara. While unloading at the creamery, he met a man who said there are lots of horse ranches here, why don’t you bring some hay down on the days that you don’t bring milk? And so as he turned the idea around in his head and saw the future for Rossi Transport Service. As the business grew, with more equipment and employees, he supplied hay to many horse ranches and dairies. In the 1960’s we added the wholesale distribution of bagged wood shavings with sales from LA to San Francisco. In the1970’s, Jim’s son Steve and daughter Susan came into the business allowing the company to diversify with forest products for the landscape industry. Our company was instrumental in helping our local cities begin green waste recycling and reselling of the finished compost product. Today 58 years later, we operate Rossi Transport Feed and Forest Products. We are no longer making compost but are still selling compost and other landscape products which enhance the soil and promote less water use.

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When you hire me to sell your home you actually are getting 4 licensed, full time real estate agents, plus an office support team, for the same price as you would pay for a single agent. The average real estate agent works alone and must handle a multitude of tasks without help. I have developed team systems and processes to ensure that everything throughout the marketing and closing of a home goes smoothly. I've broken down the entire real estate sales process into individual tasks. Each task is then assigned to the person best qualified to perform that task. The team members focus their time and energy on those specialties which they do best--which allows the team to provide our clients with unbeatable customer service and a high level of communication allowing us to respond to our clients' needs very quickly. Having several team members to handle office chores and routine details allows me to focus my energies on what I do best, which is making sure that your home is effectively marketed and strategically positioned to sell quickly and for top dollar. When you hire me to sell your home, I'll examine your property and give you detailed and specific advice on how to prepare your home prior to placing it on the market. I'll pay to have your home professionally "Home Staged" by the best Home Stager in the business. She'll itemize value adding improvements you should make, and give you practical home staging advice that will result in a faster sale for more money. I will 31

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I recently spoke with Diane about fall cleanup and composting. She pointed out that gas-powered leaf blowers generate surprising amounts of pollution, not to mention noise pollution. According to the Website, The World Women Want, "Gasolinepowered lawn and garden equipment accounts for more than four percent of our urban air pollution." If you do blow your leaves, Diane suggests using eco-friendlier appliances, such as electric or battery-powered (ideally rechargeable) blowers.

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Better yet, of course, why not rake? Make it a fun family project. For advice on buying a rake, check out eHow. Then create a compost pile of leaves and other debris in a corner of your yard. I often wondered how composting works and knew virtually nothing about it; I pictured a compost pile as a heap of garbage under a tree and worried that, if I had such a heap, it would attract an extended family of rats. Not so. Creating a Compost Pile eHow describes composting as "a process of gathering together biodegradable materials and placing them in a big pile to allow them to decompose together." Begin by making a pile of leaves and over time they will decompose. Diane says you can just keep adding leaves on top. They start to decompose from the bottom so you begin by taking the bottommost decomposed matter first and use it as mulch. Accelerating Decomposition

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Diane notes that it may take a year or more for your leaves to decompose. Matter physically heats up, she explains, and the hotter it gets the faster it decomposes. You can accelerate the decomposition by periodically turning the pile with a pitchfork. Composting Kitchen Waste

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