Isabel Vasquez and Gary Aragon of Xochipilli de Santa Barbara dance group wow the crowd at the 69th annual St. Joseph Church Festival on Saturday, July 11. An estimated 11,000 people gathered to celebrate the annual community event, held for three days from July 10-12, where they ate, danced, rode the Ferris wheel and enjoyed time with family and friends, old and new. See more event highlights on pages 18-19 of this week’s print.
Hana Hou brings free lessons to Santa Claus Lane
Al Clark will retire from City Council at end of term
Island Brewing Company raises glass to 25 years
Unidos en Marcha commemorates Glass House raid anniversary
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BRIEFLY
iling period opens for arpinteria it Council election
The nomination period for candidates seeking election to the Carpinteria City Council opened Monday, July 13, according to a press release from the city of Carpinteria.
Voters will elect representatives to three full four-year terms in the Nov. 3, 2026, General Municipal Election. The seats up for election are District 1, currently held by Mónica Solórzano; District 3, represented by Julia Mayer; and District 5, represented by Al Clark. Those elected will serve through December 2030.
The nomination period closes Aug. 7. If an incumbent does not file for reelection in a district, the filing deadline for that district will be extended to Aug. 12.
To qualify, candidates must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, a registered voter and reside within the council district they seek to represent.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the Carpinteria City Clerk’s Office. Candidate handbooks are available free of charge, and a $25 filing fee is required when submitting nomination papers.
For more information, to schedule an appointment or view the district boundary map, visit the City Clerk’s election webpage at carpinteriaca.gov or email brianb@ carpinteriaca.gov.
roposed improvements to the permanent onte ista og ark are shown in this artist’s rendering. he arpinteria r hite t ral eview oard is s hed led to review the on ept al design d ring its l 1 meeting as the pro e t moves thro gh the p li approval pro ess.
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t ral eview oard to review permanent onte ista og ark design
The proposed design for a permanent dog park at Monte Vista Park will be considered by the city’s Architectural Review Board on Thursday, July 16, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. The meeting is open to the public.
According to the city’s newsletter, The Current, the review marks the next step toward establishing a permanent dog park for the community. If the proposal advances, the project will continue through additional public hearings before receiving final approval.
In the meantime, the city’s existing temporary dog park will remain open. Officials announced that the park’s Temporary Use Permit has been renewed for another year, allowing residents and their dogs to continue using the facility while the permanent park proposal moves through the review process.
The city said updates on future hearings and opportunities for public participation will be provided as the project progresses.
it reports in reased reworks enfor ement res lted in itations and on s ations
The city of Carpinteria reported that enhanced Fourth of July fireworks enforcement efforts resulted in three citations and the confiscation of multiple illegal fireworks during the holiday weekend.
According to a city press release, the city worked in coordination with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office to triple its typical holiday enforcement efforts in response to illegal fireworks activity throughout the community.
City officials thanked residents and visitors who celebrated responsibly and complied with fireworks laws, saying their cooperation helped ensure a safe holiday for the community.
The city said the increased enforcement reflects its ongoing commitment to public safety, fire prevention and protecting residents during periods when illegal fireworks activity typically increases.
Looking ahead, the Carpinteria City Council is expected to consider updates to the city’s municipal code in the coming months. According to the release, proposed changes could include stricter fines and additional enforcement tools intended to further discourage the use of illegal fireworks.
it seeks sponsors for ogipot stations
The city of Carpinteria is seeking community sponsors for its revived Dogipot Sponsorship Program, which helps provide waste bags and maintain pet waste stations throughout the city, according to the latest edition of the city’s newsletter, The Current
For an annual sponsorship of $160, participants help fund dog waste bags, routine maintenance and repairs for Dogipot stations located in parks and other public areas.
City staff said the program is open to local businesses, neighborhood groups and individual pet owners interested in supporting clean parks and sidewalks while gaining community visibility.
Those interested in sponsoring a station or learning more about the program can contact the city’s Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department at recreation@carpinteriaca.gov or abigailg@carpinteriaca.gov.
ogipot stations, like this one, are lo ated thro gho t arpinteria’s parks and trails.
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ELECTION UPDATE
Incumbents announce bids for re-election to Carpinteria City Council
Solórzano, Mayer seek new four-year terms in Districts 1 and 3
With the nomination period now open for the Nov. 3 General Municipal Election, two incumbent members of the Carpinteria City Council have officially announced their intentions to seek another four-year term representing their respective districts.
District 1 Council member Mónica Solórzano and District 3 Council member Julia ayer have each confirmed they will run for re-election this November. As of Coastal View News press time, both incumbents are unopposed. The filing period for candidates remains open through Aug. 7. If an incumbent does not file in a district, the nomination period for that seat will be extended through Aug. 12.
The District 5 seat currently held by Al Clark, who previously announced he will not seek re-election, has already drawn one candidate, Planning Commissioner Alexandra “Xy” VanAntwerp.
For Solórzano, seeking a second term is about continuing the work she began four years ago representing District 1.
“I’m seeking a second term on the City Council to continue the work I started four years ago,” she told CVN “I have loved serving as an active and engaged representative for District 1, and I appreciate the opportunity to continue that work.”
uring her first term, Sol r ano points to organizing neighborhood meet-andgreets throughout District 1, serving on the city’s first Immigration esponse and Support Committee, helping establish the Sustainability Committee, advocating for the Aliso Elementary School community, supporting affordable housing partnerships with People’s Self-Help Housing and representing Carpinteria on the Santa Barbara etropolitan Transit istrict Board.
Looking ahead, Solórzano said public engagement remains her top priority. She said she plans to continue emphasizing neighborhood outreach, multilingual communication and transparency while supporting thoughtfully planned growth that addresses housing needs without sacrificing the community’s character. She also identified environmental stewardship as a major focus, noting that istrict 1 includes City Beach, the Carpinteria Salt Marsh, the Community Garden and other open spaces she hopes to preserve.
In her message to District 1 voters, Solórzano thanked residents for their trust during her first term and emphasized her commitment to accessible, transparent government.
“I believe local government works best when it is accessible, transparent and rooted in genuine community relationships,” she said, adding that she strives to balance immediate community needs with long-term stewardship through collaborative and fiscally responsible decision-making.
Mayer, who was appointed in 2024 to complete the remainder of former Council member oy ee’s term, said she views the past two years as only the beginning of her service.
“In a lot of ways I feel like I am just getting started,” Mayer told CVN. “I have learned so much and feel like I have so much more to give to my community and to this city.”
She said she is most proud of remaining accessible and responsive to residents while representing Carpinteria during key moments, including the California Coastal Commission’s agricultural rezoning hearing and the city’s response following the Glass House immigration raids. Mayer also cited maintaining a strong city budget and healthy financial reserves as accomplishments she hopes to build upon.
If re-elected, Mayer said increasing housing opportunities and addressing the city’s aging infrastructure will be among her highest priorities. She voiced support for adaptive reuse projects and hopes to help connect developers and property owners to create housing that meets community needs while preserving local character.
She also said improving Carpinteria’s roads and addressing long-delayed capital improvement projects, including investments in public facilities such as the library and community pool, will remain important goals.
Addressing District 3 residents, Mayer described the district as both her home and the center of her family’s daily life.
“It will be my honor to represent your needs and values at the City Council,” she said. “I am always working, in everything I do, to make Carpinteria — and our neighborhood — a place we can all thrive and a town that we are proud to call home.”
Clark to retire
after 20 years on City Council
Carpinteria City Council member Al Clark announced this week that he will retire from the City Council when his current term ends in December 2026, concluding two decades of service to the city.
Clark shared the announcement in a letter posted to supporters on social media, thanking residents for their “help and steadfast support” over the past 20 years in what he described as a shared mission to “keep Carpinteria Carpinteria.”
In the letter, Clark highlighted accomplishments during his tenure, including efforts to protect the Carpinteria Bluffs, preserve agricultural land, limit chain stores and large-scale hotel development, support affordable housing, restrict single-use plastics, oppose additional oil development and manage growth while maintaining the city’s small-town character.
Clark also expressed concern about what he described as increasing development pressures driven by recent state housing laws. He said those challenges
will require continued efforts to ensure future growth remains compatible with Carpinteria’s character.
As part of his announcement, Clark endorsed Planning Commissioner Alexandra “Xy” VanAntwerp for the District 5 City Council seat he will vacate. He praised VanAntwerp’s experience on the Planning Commission and encouraged supporters to back her campaign.
“Many of you know Xy already from her work on the Planning Commission and know that she has the experience, wisdom, compassion and courage to keep Carpinteria small, friendly and sustainable,” Clark wrote.
Clark said supporters can expect to hear more from VanAntwerp in the coming days regarding her qualifications and vision for the city.
Clark was first elected to the City Council in 2 and has served five consecutive four-year terms. His retirement guarantees at least one open seat in the November 2026 municipal election.
VanAntwerp announces bid for City Council
Alexandra “Xy” VanAntwerp, a fourth-generation Carpinterian and current member of the Carpinteria Planning Commission, has announced her candidacy for the District 5 seat on the Carpinteria City Council.
anAntwerp filed nomination papers as the candidate filing period opened Monday, July 13, for the Nov. 3, 2026, General Municipal Election. Three City Council seats are on this year’s ballot, representing Districts 1, 3 and 5. The nomination period is scheduled to close Aug. 7, unless it is extended for a district in which the incumbent does not file.
VanAntwerp is seeking the seat currently held by Council member Al Clark, who recently announced he will retire when his term ends in December after 20 years of service on the council. Clark has endorsed VanAntwerp’s candidacy.
In announcing her campaign, VanAntwerp said Carpinteria is facing important issues, including meeting state housing requirements, rising costs for city services and other community challenges. She said she hopes to work collaboratively with fellow council members, city staff and residents to keep Carpinteria “small, friendly and sustainable.”
A campaign kickoff party is planned for Sunday, Aug. 30. Additional details
Carpinteria Planning
Commissioner Alexandra “Xy” VanAntwerp has announced her candidacy for the District 5 seat on the Carpinteria City Council in the Nov. 3 election.
about the event and VanAntwerp’s campaign will be announced on her social media platforms, where residents can follow @xyforcarp on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
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Council offers cautious support for plan to turn vacant Bluffs offices into 31 homes
Conceptual review of adaptive reuse proposal at 6185 Carpinteria Ave. draws praise for its light footprint and concern over its lack of affordable housing
The Carpinteria City Council offered a mix of encouragement and caution onday during a conceptual review of a proposal to convert a vacant two-building office complex on the Carpinteria Bluffs into 1 residential units. ost of the discussion revolved around the appeal of adaptive reuse against long-standing community resistance to housing in one of the city’s most protected areas.
eveloper eter ewis, the potential purchaser of the .5 -acre property at 1 5 Carpinteria Ave., proposed converting the buildings most recently occupied by lan ember Financial into 2 live-work units and 11 residential-only units ranging from studios to two bedrooms. The pro ect would leave the exterior largely untouched beyond cosmetic upgrades and would retain the existing 1 2-space parking podium, landscaping and public trail access.
ewis, who developed the alm Avenue ofts 2 years ago, framed the proect as “another opportunity to support budding small businesses, entrepreneurs and professional service providers while adding housing with absolute minimum environmental impacts.
It is nearly impossible to find housing production that produces net positive environmental impact, and this pro ect will achieve that outcome, ewis said.
ewis stated current office vacancy is roughly 2 citywide, and Community evelopment irector ick Bobroff agreed the market has shifted. The traditional office-type product, especially large offices, there’s ust not a lot of market for currently, Bobroff said.
Because the site sits in the - Industrial esearch ark one, much of the discussion centered on whether the roughly -1 ratio of residential to commercial square footage fits the one’s intent.
Bobroff told the council that live-work tenants would need business licenses for uses allowed in the - one likely tech and software-based work rather than the artist community found at the alm Avenue ofts. It might be more of a tech campus kind of community, he said.
The sharper discussion points were the Bluffs themselves and affordability. The pro ect includes no affordable units, and ewis told the council that an inclusionary requirement would sink the deal.
Affordable housing has to be done
roposed oor plans reviewed the arpinteria it o n il show how the e isting of e omple at 18 arpinteria ve. o ld e re on g red into a mi of live-work and residential nits. he on ept al proposal in l des st dios, one- and two- edroom apartments, dedi ated workspa es for man nits, shared onferen e spa e and minimal e terior modi ations as part of an adaptive re se pro e t. o formal appli ation has et een s mitted.
with tax credits. o other outcome happens, ewis said. It’s a great goal. It’s not realistic.
ice ayor nica Sol r ano said that gave her pause.
I really do feel like there needs to be more of a public benefit to these housing pro ects where there is a workforce or affordability built into them, she said. I do really like this concept. I think the lack of affordability built into it brings concern to me.
Council member Julia ayer described the tension between protecting the Bluffs and putting an empty building to use.
I feel very strongly that an empty building serves no community benefit. An empty building that has community
members living in it is something to be proud of, she said, adding that she does not take it lightly to even consider putting one house on the Bluffs.
Council member Al Clark landed in similar territory.
e’ve got an empty building sitting there, and we need housing. It makes a lot of sense, Clark said. I’m a little worried about the potential precedent of increasing residential use on the Bluffs. I ust hope it’s done right or done well.
Council member ade omura was the most bullish, pointing to a wave of large commercial buildings in the area sitting empty.
Times are evolving, times are changing. Business models have changed also,
omura said. If this becomes the first one, I think we start with a model that is the least intrusive of all models we have. ayor atalia Alarcon said she is really hesitant to introduce any residential at all on the Bluffs but called the proposal probably one of the least invasive kind of development pieces, and thanked ewis for volunteering for the conceptual review. A lot of developers opt not to, she said.
ublic comments expressed similar views. oug Adrianson, a alm Avenue ofts tenant of seven years, spoke in support.
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Huff honored at retirement
The Carpinteria City Council opened Monday’s meeting by recognizing lead maintenance worker avid uff, who retired June 12 after more than 21 years of service to the city. uff grew up in Carpinteria and graduated from Carpinteria High School, worked for both the city and the Carpinteria Valley Water District and stepped up as interim public works supervisor during a leadership
transition. City Manager Michael Ramirez praised uff for keeping operations running smoothly while mentoring the next generation of the public works team.
“It’s been a great run. I love the city. I grew up here; my family’s grown up here, uff told the council before receiving a plaque.
––Martin Foley
Jojo Fantone appointed to Architectural Review Board
The Carpinteria City Council unanimously appointed Ildefonso “Jojo” Fantone to fill the Architectural eview Board A B vacancy created by the retirement of 18-year member Richard Johnson, adopting Resolution No. 6486. Fantone is an award-winning architectural designer whose career focused on large-scale, mixed-use developments and retail centers in Asia. He was a lead designer at the global architecture firm CallisonRTKL.
Six applicants sought the seat, and after council members ranked their top three candidates, the tabulation produced a tie between Fantone and retired architect Steven Zick.
Nomura, who served 18 years on the board himself, backed Fantone’s prior experience.
“He’s very level-headed, not quick to make decisions. He’s got roots here,” Nomura said.
He also noted the shift from years when the city struggled to fill the seat.
“Having six applicants is amazing. Before we could barely fill it, he said.
The remaining applications will stay on file for six months, folding into the biennial recruitment for the council’s advisory bodies that begins in December.
––Martin Foley
July is Parks and Recreation Month
The Carpinteria City Council adopted a proclamation designating July as Parks and Recreation Month, with council members taking turns reading its clauses tying parks to physical and mental health, youth development, economic vitality and the ecological character of the community.
Accepting the proclamation with her staff gathered behind her, arks, ecreation & Community Services Director
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“Adapting an already existing building is better in every way than new construction on relatively untouched natural land,” he said.
Arturo Tello, a 21-year Palm Avenue Lofts resident, said that “when I picture my community at the Palm Lofts, and I transpose it to this office building, I really see very little impact.”
Other speakers raised procedural
Jeanette Gant returned the credit to her team.
“Parks and recreation are about so much more than facilities and programs,” Gant said. “They’re about creating places where families can make memories, children learn and grow, neighbors connect and everyone has the opportunity to be active, healthy and engaged in their community.”
––Martin Foley
questions about the Planning Commission’s absence from the review, concerns about traffic near the Carpinteria Avenue interchange, safety along Lagunitas Creek and the difficulty of monitoring live-work compliance.
No decision was made, as conceptual reviews provide feedback only, and no formal application has been submitted. Lewis said he would be willing to participate in the city’s effort to connect the Bluffs trails should the pro ect move forward.
Single-family in-lieu housing fee climbs to $1.04 million
At its Monday, July 13 meeting, the Carpinteria City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6485, raising the city’s 2 2 affordable housing in-lieu fee for single-family dwellings to $1,042,100 — an increase of $68,600 over the fee set in 2023.
Senior Planner Syndi Souter explained that the fee is calculated as the difference between the median single-family sale price and the maximum affordable price for a household earning 121% of the area median income. The 2025 median sale price jumped $125,000 to $1.65 million, driving the increase.
That’s a pretty significant increase, Souter said. “When you look at the sales data, in the beach neighborhood and in Concha Loma, they’re going for
$2 million plus. There were two that went for $4 million in Concha Loma just last year.”
The condominium fee stays at its 2023 level of $316,600, since this year’s calculation came in below the adopted amount.
The fee exists as an option for developers to pay instead of building required affordable units, though it has never been exercised.
Community Development Director ick Bobroff added that a second wave of housing legislation updates will revisit the inclusionary housing ordinance, including “the option of extending inclusionary requirements to rental projects” and whether to target lower income categories — work he said is realistically about a year away, once the current updates to the accessory dwelling unit and density bonus ordinances wrap up.
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• Roll the account over to an individual retirement account (IRA).
• Cash it out, which is subject to potential tax consequences.
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09/02/1945 — 06/26/2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, who passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, at the age of 80.
Born on September 2, 1945, he lived a life defined by love, dedication and quiet strength. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Ha, a loving father to his son and daughter in law Ashleigh, and a proud grandfather to Skyler, Kollin and Mariah. His family was the center of his life. He will be remembered for his kindness, wisdom, generosity and unwavering love for those around him. His guidance, steady presence and gentle spirit touched the lives of family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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Obituaries
Sally
Pauline Bateman 12/18/1936 — 06/03/2026
Our beloved mother, Sally Pauline Bateman, passed away in Carpinteria on June 3, 2026, at the age of 89. For the last six months of her life, she resided at Gran Vida in the memory care unit. Sally faced severe memory loss and often experienced confusion and frustration. Despite the challenges brought by dementia, she retained her cheerful spirit and often was smiling.
Sally grew up in Simi Valley, raised by her parents Fred and Polly Burk, alongside her older sister, Joy, and younger sister, Suzie. Their family operated a walnut orchard, and the three sisters were expected to help with the harvest, though they were not always eager participants.
Sally met the love of her life, Warren Bateman, in fourth grade. He was in sixth grade at the time, and she secretly bought his class picture without her parents’ knowledge. In her senior year of high school, Sally was crowned Miss Simi Valley. She enjoyed a variety of activities, including sewing, ballet and en pointe dancing, and playing the cello, flute and piano. Sally often recalled fond memories of living in Simi Valley, describing it as a fun and close-knit community where lifelong friendships were formed.
After high school, Sally attended Ventura College before marrying Warren Bateman in 1954. Together, they raised three children: Chuck, Chris and Melinda. In 1961, the family moved to Saugus, California, where Sally devoted herself to being a stay-at-home mom. She volunteered in her children’s classrooms and, as they grew older, volunteered at Henry Mayo Hospital in Valencia.
In 1981, Sally and Warren moved to La Conchita, embracing the relaxed beach lifestyle while remaining active in travel, community service, family gatherings and managing rental properties. Sally was a self-taught bookkeeper with impeccable skills, serving as Warren’s right-hand woman. A close family friend affectionately nicknamed her The achine.”
In 1996, they relocated to Carpinteria, a place Sally cherished. As a child, her family often camped at Carpinteria State Beach. While living there, she volunteered for the American Red Cross, Friends of the Library Bookstore and the Carp Host program. Sally enjoyed daily crossword puzzles and was an avid reader, completing a list of 75 books during the pandemic — sometimes reading two at once. She also participated actively in Jazzercize for many years.
In 2025, Sally joined the Friendship Center, where she enjoyed companionship and care. The family extends special thanks to Maria and her team for their compassion. Gratitude also goes to Carmen McCurry for her loving care, which allowed Sally to remain at home as long as possible. Additional thanks are extended to Mirabelle, Brenda and Kelly at Gran Vida for their attentive care, and to Cyndi Macias, whose exercise classes and kindness Sally greatly appreciated.
Sally was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Polly Burk; husband, Warren; sisters, Joy and Suzie; sister-inlaw, Peachie; son, Chris; grand-niece, Joy; nephews, Mark and Joe; and numerous other family members and friends.
She is survived by her son, Chuck (Laura); daughter, Melinda (Kyle); grandchildren, Camille (Orion), Danielle (Will), Sally Anne (Thoth), Grace (Max), Annie, Kylin, Jaisy (Spencer), Brent (Stephanie) and Joshua; and 19 great-grandchildren.
Though our family misses Sally deeply, we find comfort in knowing she is free from pain, anxiety and confusion. She is at peace. Sally was the kindest wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend we could have ever hoped for, and we are grateful for the many years we shared with her.
A celebration of Sally’s life will be held later, with details to be shared.
Previously published obituaries may be read online at coastalview.com
sale in cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: HM HOLDINGS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Duly Appointed Trustee: PLM LOAN MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Recorded 5/5/2022, as Instrument No. 2022-0022317, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, Date of Sale: 7/29/2026 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $4,471,566.87 (estimated as of the first publication date) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1628 CRAVENS LANE CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. 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. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. The following statements; NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS and NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER are statutory notices for all one to four single family residences and a courtesy notice for all other types of properties. 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 or visit this Internet Website http://www.nationwideposting. com/, using the file number assigned to this case 202020177E. 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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916) 939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www. nationwideposting.com/, using the file number assigned to this case 202-020177E to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.
Date: 6/23/2026 PLM LOAN MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Phone: 408-370-4030 5446 Thornwood Drive, Second Floor San Jose, California 95123 Elizabeth A. Godbey, Vice President NPP0490850 To: COASTAL VIEW NEWS 07/02/2026, 07/09/2026, 07/16/2026
HELP volunteers Anne Goulart, Lorien Rennie, Mary Lemke
Community participation has shaped mural support
I am pleased to see so much community interest in the proposed Carpinteria Cultural Foundation (CCF) monuments. Public discussion is healthy and important, especially for a project intended to celebrate the people, places and history that have shaped our community.
I was disappointed, however, that recent letters from Mayor Natalia Alarcon, Vice Mayor Mónica Solórzano and Wendy Yanigihara omitted information about their previous involvement with the CCF. Mayor Alarcon and Vice Mayor Solórzano were founding members of the organization and participated in the development of the Aliso School mural. Mayor Alarcon also chaired the foundation’s monthly meetings for approximately a year. s. anigihara briefly served on the CCF board before leaving the organization.
In my opinion, because of their previous involvement with the CCF, the mayor and vice mayor should voluntarily recuse themselves from City Council deliberations involving the foundation. Regardless of whether others agree, I believe doing so would help avoid the appearance of a conflict and strengthen public confidence in the decision-making process.
There have also been suggestions that the public has not been adequately informed about the project. My experience has been quite different. The foundation has presented the project to the Lions Club, Morning Rotary, Noon Rotary, the Masons and the board of Carpinteria Beautiful. We gathered hundreds of signatures during Rods & Roses 2025, displayed the monument panels publicly at the Carpinteria Arts Center, and hosted a sold-out film presentation explaining each panel. Every monument panel was also developed with recommendations from members of the community it represents.
Given these outreach efforts, I find it difficult to believe that many Carpinterians are unaware of what the CCF is proposing. I hope future discussions reflect the pro ect’s full history and the broad community participation that has helped shape it.
Dr. Jesus J. Gonzales, Board Member, Carpinteria Cultural Foundation
Public arts policy would provide clarity and guidance for projects
I agree with Wendy Yanagihara that the city of Carpinteria should establish an Art in Public Places Policy. Such a policy would provide a clear framework for reviewing future public art proposals and offering guidance before pro ects are completed. This would help avoid the controversy surrounding the Carpinteria Cultural Foundation (CCF) mural proposal. Many neighboring communities already have similar policies that Carpinteria could adapt.
While I support creating such a policy, developing a new process takes time, and the city’s calendar is already full. Pressuring the city to act immediately or using threats is neither productive nor constructive.
I first became aware of the mural proposal through articles in the Coastal View News. During the review process, I learned the proposed location is the downtown area where Carpinteria Beautiful donated custom handmade tiles and a tile mural to the city. Asking that this existing community artwork be displaced or overshadowed by another project is,
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in my opinion, inappropriate and unfair.
I also have concerns about the proposed installation method. Mounting aluminum panels above and behind the existing bench, over a short retaining wall, is unconventional and could present a public safety risk if any part of the installation were to become detached.
Finally, the proposed mural is a reproduction of an original painting printed on aluminum panels that are intended to be replaceable if damaged. This differs from Carpinteria’s existing public murals, which are original, site-specific works of art. I believe this distinction should be considered when evaluating the project’s artistic and long-term value to the community.
Rosa Markolf Carpinteria
Some growth is essential for a healthy community
Carpinteria is a special place. I was born and raised in a very small town and am now fortunate enough to be raising my two small children in a safe and warm community much like my own childhood experience. I greatly value what this city is and what it offers for my family. I understand the fear that comes with change and growth. I also understand that both change and growth are inevitable.
We as a community have the privilege in helping steer that growth in the right direction that is beneficial to all residents and businesses that make up Carpinteria. It is our obligation to do our research and due diligence. I am concerned that the majority voice of this community banishes any new development before making a thoughtful decision on what’s good for it.
A few years back we had a developer propose a small hotel on the bluffs. e cared about the community and was offering to leave 50% of the land available to the public as a good gesture, all while generating millions of dollars a year in hospitality tax for the city. The community scared him away. Now we have a new proposal on that same land that gives back a fraction of the income to the city and is twice as big without consideration for the land we all cherish.
I do not wish to point fingers or blame I am asking community members to think about Carpinteria first, for both the present and the future. I hear keep .A. out of Carp” loudly. At this rate, we are going to price out any younger generation of locals and in 10 to 15 years, this community will
only be affordable by outsiders. Choose community-conscious growth don’t try and prevent growth all together.
Justin Fitzgerald Carpinteria
Tell water district that direct billing is enough
Our property taxes are not a blank check for utility pro ects.
The Carpinteria Valley Water District (CVWD) is planning to collect capital costs for its new Carpinteria Advanced Purification Project (CAPP) directly through our property tax bills instead of standard, direct water utility billing.
This is a dangerous precedent. Passing utility project costs onto property tax rolls bypasses standard billing structures. Once this door opens, it sets a troubling example for future utility fee increases.
There is no opportunity to vote. This funding mechanism avoids a traditional public ballot vote, leaving residents feeling sidelined on a major financial decision.
Direct billing is enough. CVWD already has the infrastructure to bill customers directly. There is no ustifiable reason to tie these project fees to our property tax assessments.
We must show CVWD that we expect transparency, fairness and the right to vote on how our money is spent. Please join your community to protest this action on Wednesday, July 22, at 5:30 p.m. at Carpinteria City all, 5775 Carpinteria Ave.
If you cannot attend in person, you can submit a written protest to the CVWD Board of Directors before the meeting. Let’s stand together to protect our property taxes.
Sharen Eskilson Carpinteria
Support candidate to preserve arpinteria’s character
After 20 years on the Carpinteria City Council, I am retiring as of December 2 2 . I want to thank you for your help and steadfast support in our shared mission to keep Carpinteria Carpinteria. I am thankful, also, that the Carpinteria City Council has been fortunate to have many strong citizen advocates who assist in directing the path of our government.
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Together over the last 20 years, we have protected the Carpinteria Bluffs, said “No” to excessive hotel development, protected agricultural land, restricted big-box stores and chain stores, protected housing affordability and worked to maintain the economic health of the city. We have also protected the environment by restricting non-reusable plastics and by saying “No” to further oil development. We have advocated for housing affordability that fits within our town.
As I leave city government, new challenges have arisen. The forces for over-development are now abetted by recent state housing laws that many see as a threat to self-control. We will need to double-down to make development fit within our small town and within the constraints of these state housing laws.
To help address the future challenges to Carpinteria, I am enthusiastically supporting a new candidate for the 5th istrict seat. er name is Alexandra y anAntwerp. any of you know y already from her work on the lanning Commission and know that she has the experience, wisdom, compassion and courage to keep Carpinteria small, friendly and sustainable.
Al Clark Carpinteria
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Next Community Matters to focus on arpinteria dvan ed ri ation ro e t
esidents interested in learning more about the Carpinteria Advanced urification Project (CAPP) are invited to attend the next installment of the Community Matters public information series on Thursday, July 16.
Hosted by Carpinteria City Council member Wade Nomura, the free program will begin at 6 p.m. at the Carpinteria Sanitary District, 5300 Sixth St.
The one-hour informational session will feature presentations by Carpinteria Sanitary District General Manager Craig Murray and Carpinteria Valley Water District General Manager Kelley Dyer, who will provide an overview of the CAPP project, its goals and its role in securing the community’s long-term water supply.
The Community Matters series was created to help residents better understand local government projects, services and decision-making through informational presentations and public discussion. revious sessions covered city finances, staffing, road maintenance and public rights-of-way.
Following the presentations, attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions and share comments. No City Council business will be conducted during the meeting.
Attendance is free and open to the public.
Summerland wastewater upgrade included in federal water infrastructure bill
A federal water infrastructure bill advancing through Congress includes a proposed $3.2 million authorization for the Summerland Sanitary District to help upgrade the community’s water and wastewater infrastructure.
U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal announced that the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has approved the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which contains more than $66 million in proposed funding for Central Coast water projects. The legislation now moves to the full House and Senate for consideration.
The Summerland allocation would support rehabilitation of the district’s ocean outfall, a key component of its wastewater system.
“The Summerland Sanitary District is incredibly grateful to Congressman Carbajal for his continued advocacy for our coastal infrastructure,” said General Manager Diantha Glaser. “Securing this $3.2 million authorization in the draft WRDA bill is a vital milestone in rehabilitating our ocean outfall. This federal partnership establishes the critical pathway we need to protect our local environment and ensure reliable wastewater services for our community.”
Carba al said the legislation reflects the need to moderni e aging water systems throughout the Central Coast.
“Like many communities across the nation, the Central Coast has some water systems that are aging beyond their intended service life or must be upgraded to accommodate our region’s growth, Carba al said. As the bill moves toward final consideration, I will continue working to ensure this essential investment is delivered to our communities.”
The committee-approved bill also includes funding for wastewater, stormwater and water supply projects in Los Olivos, Ojai, Lompoc and Solvang, as well as authorization for seawall repairs and harbor improvements in Morro Bay.
The Water Resources Development Act is biennial legislation that authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to undertake water infrastructure projects nationwide, including flood control, ecosystem restoration and wastewater improvements. Congressional authorization is required before federal funding can be allocated for the projects.
PlanMember Financial acquires Remotiv
PlanMember Financial Corporation in Carpinteria announced its acquisition of etirement otivation Technologies, a financial wellness and employee engagement company also known as Remotiv.
In its July 7 announcement, PlanMember noted that the addition of Remotiv’s innovative technology services will add value to PlanMember’s programs, partners and clients.
e are pleased to be acquiring emotiv and their talented staff, says lan ember’s President and CEO Jon Ziehl in a press release. “This acquisition will further enhance our suite of educational, financial wellness and employee engagement programs for both existing Remotiv clients as well as our 4,300+ employer group relationships and 5 financial center offices nationwide.
emotiv aims to provide conflict-free financial wellness and employee engagement solutions for employers by combining education, planning tools and social engagement to drive participant action and measurable results, according to the release.
Remotiv will continue to operate independently while collaborating with PlanMember, which holds more than $20 billion in assets and specializes in supporting financial advisors with retirement planning for their clients.
Public hearing set on collection method for CAPP capital charge
Property owners served by the Carpinteria Valley Water District are reminded of a public hearing later this month concerning how an annual capital charge for the Carpinteria Advanced urification Project (CAPP) will be collected.
The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, and is required under California Health and Safety Code Section 5473 before the district can place the annual CAPP capital charge on the Santa Barbara County property tax roll.
istrict officials emphasi ed that the hearing is not about increasing or changing the amount of the charge.
“The notice [property owners] recently received pertains to the method of collection of the annual Carpinteria Advanced Purification Project capital charge,” General Manager Kelley Dyer said. “The amount of the charge is not being considered or changed at this hearing, as the Board of Directors previously adopted the amount of the charge on June 10, 2026.”
The annual charge was previously outlined in a Proposition 218 notice mailed to affected property owners in April. For a typical single-family residence with a three-quarter-inch water meter, the annual CAPP capital charge for the upcoming fiscal year is $5 . 1.
If approved for placement on the county tax roll following the hearing, the charge will appear on annual property tax bills. If it is not placed on the tax roll, the district would instead collect the charge through direct billing.
As required by state law, the district has prepared a listing of all affected parcels and the amount proposed for each assessment. The parcel listing is available for public review at the district office and online through the district’s public hearing webpage.
Additional information about the district’s adopted water rates and the CAPP capital charge is available on the district’s rate information page, cvwd. net/water-rates. The parcel assessment listing and hearing materials can also be viewed online.
If approved for placement on the county tax roll following the hearing, the charge will appear on annual property tax bills. If it is not placed on the tax roll, the district would instead collect the charge through direct billing.
The CAPP project is designed to strengthen the community’s long-term water reliability by producing highly purified recycled water that can be used to replenish local groundwater supplies. Construction on the project began earlier this summer.
Dyer noted that the district has secured significant outside funding to reduce the financial burden on local ratepayers. Approximately 38% of the project’s cost is being covered through grant funding, and the district also obtained a $50 million State Revolving Fund loan with a 1.7% interest rate.
The annual CAPP capital charge is dedicated to repaying the project’s construction costs. Operating expenses for the advanced purification facility will be recovered separately through customers’ regular water bills under the water rates adopted by the district’s Board of Directors on June 10.
Residents wishing to review the proposed property tax roll assessments or attend the hearing may do so through the district’s published meeting agenda and public hearing materials.
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Hart announces $15 million to preserve legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant children
State budget restores funding through 2029 for program serving vulnerable youth
BY MICHAEL VANSTRY
Assemblymember Gregg Hart (37th District) announced Thursday that California’s newly adopted 2026-27 state budget includes $15 million to continue the Children’s Holistic Immigration Representation Project (CHIRP), a statewide program that provides legal representation and trauma-informed case management for unaccompanied immigrant children.
Speaking at Carpinteria City Hall alongside local immigration advocates and elected officials, art said restoring funding for the program — known as CHIRP — became a priority after it was left out of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s initial budget proposal.
“When subsequent versions of the budget showed the funding was in serious jeopardy, that was not acceptable to me,” Hart said. “Serving children who need our help is something we have to do, and I’m really pleased to have led the charge on the Assembly side to secure this $15 million allocation.”
Hart authored the Assembly budget request seeking the funding, while Sen. Jesse Arreguín carried the companion request in the Senate. Hart credited Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón, Assemblymember Steve Bennett and legislative leadership for helping ensure the appropriation was included in the final budget after weeks of negotiations.
The one-time funding will remain available through June 2029 to support community-based organizations serving unaccompanied immigrant minors throughout California.
The announcement came a day before the one-year anniversary of the federal immigration enforcement operation at Glass House Farms in Carpinteria, an event repeatedly referenced by speakers during the press conference.
Hart said the Central Coast has experienced “targeted” federal immigration enforcement over the past year, including the highly publicized agricultural raids in Carpinteria.
“We’ve seen militarized raids in agricultural operations right here in Carpinteria,” Hart said. “We witnessed parents being separated from their children, veterans falsely arrested, a mother pepper sprayed and conduct unbecoming of law enforcement officers.
e said the funding reflects California’s commitment to protecting vulnerable children amid an increasingly uncertain federal immigration landscape.
“Many of these young people are navigating life in a new country without their parents,” Hart said. “For us to not only support these young people but also provide them with wraparound services to keep them safe and healthy, that’s exactly what CHIRP is about.”
According to Hart’s budget request letter, CHIRP is administered through the
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California Department of Social Services and funds community organizations that pair immigration attorneys with trained social service professionals. Since its launch in 2022, the program has served more than 1,100 unaccompanied children statewide through integrated legal representation and case management.
Locally, the Santa Barbara Immigrant Legal Defense Center (SBILDC) has used CHIRP funding to represent nearly 100 children in Santa Barbara, Ventura and San Luis Obispo counties.
SBILDC Executive Director Julissa Peña said the funding allows the nonprofit to provide both legal defense and intensive case management to children who have often fled abuse, trafficking, persecution or other violence.
“CHIRP is not just a legal services program,” Peña said. “It is California’s commitment to ensuring that some of our most vulnerable children are not forced to face one of the most complex legal systems in the world alone.”
She noted that children facing immigration proceedings have no constitutional right to a government-appointed attorney if they cannot afford one.
“How do we expect a 3-year-old to understand immigration law, gather evidence and argue against a government attorney?” Peña said. “We should not.”
According to the budget request, California received more than 10,000 unaccompanied children placed with sponsors during fiscal year 2 2 . any arrive after experiencing trauma, family separation and dangerous migration journeys, then face barriers to housing, education, health
“Many
of these young people are navigating life in a new country without their parents. For us to not only support these young people but also provide them with wraparound services to keep them safe and healthy, that’s exactly what CHIRP is about.”
––Assemblymember Gregg Hart
care and legal services after arriving in California.
Ventura County Supervisor Vianey Lopez, who also spoke at Thursday’s event, reflected on visiting one of the federal shelters for unaccompanied minors while working for former U.S. Rep. Lois Capps in 2 1 .
“I still carry the image of looking into those children’s eyes,” Lopez said. “Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, to feel safe, to dream big and simply be a kid.”
ope said legal representation offers children more than courtroom advocacy.
“Having an attorney means they are
not facing an overwhelming system alone,” she said. “It means they have someone who believes in them and gives them a fair opportunity to pursue the future they deserve.”
Hart closed the event by calling the restored funding an example of collaboration among state, county and community leaders.
“This is about looking out for the next generation,” he said. “We’re trying to have compassion and humanity and deliver resources to kids who are in really difficult circumstances and need the love and support of adults to make their lives just a little bit better.”
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Unidos en Marcha commemorates one year since Glass House Farm raid
PHOTOS BY INGRID BOSTROM
More than 100 community members, partner organizations and elected officials gathered in Carpinteria on Saturday to mark the one-year anniversary of the Glass House Farm immigration enforcement operation, oining Carpinteria Sin Fronteras for its Unidos en Marcha community march and remembrance.
Organizers said attendance exceeded expectations, with additional participants joining as the procession made its way through town.
“It was a beautiful display of solidarity,” representatives of the grassroots volunteer organization said. “We are very appreciative of those who attended and those who supported us from afar through donations.”
The event began at Linden Field with a traditional Aztec ceremonial dance blessing before participants marched to an area across from Glass House Farms. Organizers said the route was intentionally chosen to pass locations where community members have been detained over the past year.
As marchers traveled through Carpinteria, workers and pedestrians along the route offered smiles and gestures of encouragement, marchers told CVN
“The sense of unity was palpable as we marched through Carpinteria while the Aztec dancers beat their drums and sang songs,” the organization said.
For many volunteers, the anniversary brought mixed emotions.
“Many of us were also feeling grief as we remembered the events that transpired at Glass House Farm last year,” representatives said. “Seeing the community come together one year later is what this event was all about. Our objective was met, and we were able to create a sense of unity and upliftment in Carpinteria during a day that felt so heavy for many.”
Following the march, speakers from several organizations shared personal stories and reflected on resilience, community action and advocacy.
Organizers said they hoped participants left believing that “together we can transform a tragedy” by strengthening collective action and working toward a Carpinteria that is safe for everyone, irrespective of legal status.”
“We also wanted attendees to feel empowered to make a difference in the community and remind them that no action is too small,” the group said.
ooking ahead, Carpinteria Sin Fronteras plans to expand its mutual aid programs by developing an at-home medical visit program for families affected by immigration enforcement. Organizers said they are working with local healthcare providers to offer home visits for people who have been injured during IC encounters or are afraid to seek routine medical care.
The organization also plans to expand its volunteer base through new volunteer training in the coming months. Details about the training and other initiatives will be announced through Carpinteria Sin Fronteras’ social media channels.
Organi ers said Saturday’s march was not only a remembrance of last year’s events, but also a reaffirmation of the coalition’s commitment to supporting immigrant families and strengthening community connections in the years ahead.
–– Michael VanStry
At bottom, the march moved east on Carpinteria Avenue before heading north on Casitas Pass Road.
Above, Carpinteria Sin Fronteras volunteer Bianca speaks with local media before the march.
At left, Teresa Alvarez speaks outside Glass House Farm.
Below, the event began at Linden Field with a traditional Aztec ceremonial dance and blessing.
Supporters of the march on Linden Avenue.
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Over 100 people from various organizations participated in the four-hour long event.
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Paths through time: useum tal to e lore re ion s historic trails
The Carpinteria Valley Museum of History will take visitors on a journey through centuries of local history later this month with a presentation examining the historic trail systems that helped shape Santa Barbara County.
As part of the museum’s 2026 Talk & Talkback Speaker Series, Mark Wilkinson, director of the Santa Barbara Trails Council, will present “Paths Through Time: Historic Trails of Santa Barbara County and Their Influence on odern ife on Thursday, July 23.
Wilkinson’s presentation will trace the evolution of the region’s trail networks, beginning with routes established by Indigenous peoples before exploring how Spanish and early American travel corridors influenced settlement, transportation and recreation throughout the county. The talk will also examine how those historic pathways continue to shape conservation efforts, outdoor recreation and community engagement today.
Museum Director Jayme Yahr said the presentation offers an opportunity
to better understand the connection between the area’s past and present while highlighting the importance of preserving local landscapes.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming Mark Wilkinson to the museum for this timely topic — historic trails — how the past and present connect, and what care for the environment looks like today, Yahr said in a press release. “Wilkinson’s excitement about Carpinteria’s trails will certainly capture the audience’s attention. Bring your talkback questions to the event
The program will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, 956 Maple Ave. Admission is free for museum members and $10 for nonmembers. Reservations are not required, and tickets will be available at the door.
The Talk & Talkback Speaker Series is one of the museum’s ongoing educational programs, bringing historians, authors and subject-matter experts to Carpinteria to explore topics related to local and regional history.
For more information about the event, volunteering opportunities or other museum programs, call (805) 684-3112 or visit the museum’s website, carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org/.
Spirit leaders and future Warriors
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Shepard Inn Trail Party group on horseback
Group walking on trail
Color postcard of the Carpinteria coastline with Standard Oil pier.
The Carpinteria High School (CHS) cheer squad celebrates another successful Mini Cheer Camp after welcoming
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The correction conundrum
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AMY OROZCO
Dear Amy O.,
Recently a friend and I were enjoying happy hour at a downtown restaurant’s sunshine-lit patio. When the food server checked on our table, my tablemate explained there was a snafu with the order, to which the server replied, “no problem.” This response prompted my tablemate to explain, through clenched teeth, that in fact it was a problem and maybe the food server could use different phraseology. Thankfully, said tablemate, who was so upset, needed to leave immediately. We did. I think my tablemate was wrong in correcting the food server. Should I say something?
Signed, What Would You Do?
Dear What Would You Do?
Here’s what I would do:
A. I would vow to never patronize another eating and/or drinking establishment with that tablemate.
B. I would ponder the paradox of thinking about correcting someone about their inappropriateness of correcting others.
That’s what I would do, but that’s not to say it’s what I think one should do.
First, I do understand tablemate’s
frustration with the phraseology insinuating tablemate is a problem or caused one. I remember my kneejerk emotional response when I first heard a voicemail greeting announcing “I’ll get back to you at my earliest convenience.” And I was the client. I remember feeling stuck between indignation and amusement — “Wait ’til I tell [so and so] about this! MY earliest convenience, MY eye!” — followed by wondering if I should let the person know their outgoing voicemail message (presumably) backfires in its intent. Uh, I didn’t.
Like most things, there’s an art and a science to etiquette, lifestyle or just how to get along in this world. The science being the “what” shaping our manners as we know them today. People or institutions such as Dear Ann Landers, Emily Post, FIFA referees and school behavior rules for grades K-12 are examples. The art is knowing the science and melding it with the authentic self, resulting in a personalized sense of appropriateness.
Practically speaking, in general is correcting others okay? The widely syndicated Miss Manners, an advice column penned by Judith Martin, admonishes “there is no polite way, because it is rude to inform others that they do not measure up to your standard. It amazes Miss Manners that people often assume that etiquette advisers run about the society giving unsolicited instructions and perhaps issuing tickets to violators. Being themselves perfect, etiquette advisers would be the last to do any such dreadful thing.”
Practically speaking, specifically in terms of a restaurant, is correcting others okay? One thing I do when a fellow
diner is less than civil with a restaurant employee is confirm my belief with them that they have never worked in a restaurant because certainly they would know firsthand how some tip-dependent food servers exact revenge on customers who have crossed the line into jerkhood. And ain’t nobody wants to eat that!
I’m not advocating for a world without corrections. Far from it. If something along the lines of “Um, yeah, I’m pretty sure Sacramento is the capital of California” is necessary, I think that’s acceptable. It’s important to know your facts without a shadow of a doubt before offering a correction. I’ll never forget being chided on my usage of “I” and “me” and the corrector not having a clue of the grammatical difference but thought I sounded better. Imagine my kneejerk emotional response to that!
The art of the correction matters. Is it motivated by the need to be top dog? Or a meanness to humiliate? On the other hand, being the corrector can be sticky and take courage, as doing the right thing often requires. Basically, people don’t like being corrected, and maybe that’s why it’s considered rude. Manners are a way to make social interactions comfortable.
As for tablemate, maybe you let this one slide. Should it happen again, be ready to broach the subject. Should the conversation not go as you thought, be ready to say this little something: I stand corrected.
Former CVN editor Amy Marie Orozco loves living in Carpinteria, including all the sometimes socially sticky situations happening in our seaside setting. Have a question for her? Email it tonews@coastalview.com.
Meet Troy, a spirited young Husky who embodies everything fans of the breed know and love.
Reports from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office
COASTAL BUREAU OPERATIONS
MAY 17 – 23, 2020
Talkative, energetic and always ready for an adventure, Troy is happiest when he’s on the move. Whether he’s splashing in the water, running through the yard or playing with canine companions, this fun-loving pup approaches life with enthusiasm and an infectious zest for adventure.
was recovered and booked into Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property.
Halos& Pitchforks
Deputies responded to a call about a firearm and contacted a man who reportedly had an unregistered Kimber 1911 firearm in his possession. The firearm was taken from the man and secured into the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property department for safekeeping.
Troy is a favorite in shelter playgroups, where he enjoys romping with other dogs and showing off his playful personality. He’s affectionate with people, loves attention and has the outgoing charm that makes Huskies such unforgettable companions. While he enjoys the company of other dogs, he can be selective about his playmates and appreciates thoughtful introductions.
11:44 a.m. / Misdemeanor Hit and Run / 6500 block Rincon Road
Deputies responded to a misdemeanor hit and run call, but the male subject fled the scene traveling southbound on Rincon Road. The man continued southbound on the northbound off-ramp of Highway 101 at Rincon Road. Deputies checked the area and were unable to locate the subject.
6:15 p.m. / Theft / 3200 block Via Real
A caller reported that she believes her laptop and credit cards were stolen by a female neighbor who lives at the Polo Field apartments. Follow up by deputies.
Tuesday, May 19
Like many young Huskies, Troy is still working on his leash manners and reducing his reactivity toward other dogs while on walks or behind fences. Shelter staff say he would thrive with an experienced owner who understands the breed and is committed to providing the structure, patience and consistent training he needs to continue making progress. A playful canine companion who enjoys wrestling and running would be an added bonus.
For an active family looking for a loyal adventure partner with plenty of personality, Troy could be the perfect fit.
Deputies received complaints about an abandoned vehicle parked near Sandpiper Liquor. The vehicle was tagged and marked on Thursday, May 14. The vehicle was checked and was not moved. The vehicle was towed.
A reader sends a halo to Burlene for making the Carpinteria Lumberyard Nursery area a joy to visit. “Her outgoing personality (Southern style), friendly conversation and plant knowledge make it a pleasure to visit and shop.”
A reader sends a halo to “QUICK at isdon’s 7 for a battery replacement on a Sunday. “Thank You!”
A reader sends a halo to the generous person for paying for the reader’s gas when she forgot her ATM card at the gas station. “I’m sorry I chose the most expensive oil, I’d love to reimburse you, and thank you. I’m deeply moved by your generosity.”
A reader sends a halo to the proprietress of the yard sale on Azalea rive last Saturday for a generous price-reduction offer. I’ll pay your kindness forward. That was a great sale. ots of cool stuff.
A reader sends a halo to Sean and Dayna for being wonderful neighbors and helping the reader through another frazzled mom situation.
A reader sends a halo to the 93013 Fund, Uncle Chen Restaurant and Marybeth Carty for the surprise delivery of a delicious dinner complete with a fortune cookie, candy bar and painted rock. “Wonderful kindness and quite a thrill!”
A reader sends a halo to the anonymous person who left a $100 donation in the of arpinteria office mail slot this past week. Thank you for your kindness.
A reader sends a halo to the staff of Jack’s Bistro for staying open during Covid-19. “Always a smile no matter how busy. A great way to start the day.”
A reader sends a halo to Mike Damron, general manager of the Carpinteria Cemetery District, for his professionalism and kindness during a recent burial service. “His calm presence, attention to detail and thoughtful assistance helped everything proceed smoothly during a difficult occasion. Thank you for your care and dedication to the families you serve.”
A reader sends a halo to the Daykas for always being there to help with anything and never complaining. “Many thanks to the best neighbors ever. We love you all dearly.”
A reader sends a halo to Mayor Wade Nomura for the city’s beautiful flower wreath at the Carpinteria Cemetery for the Memorial Day program.
A reader sends a halo to Tami and John at Robitaille’s for their constant smiles and over-the-top customer service. The wedding favors were loved by all and brought a bit of Carpinteria to the Seattle wedding!”
A reader sends a halo to Durrell Brown of the city of Carpinteria Parks, Recreation & Community Services epartment. urrell staffed the eterans emorial Building during my family member’s memorial service last weekend, and his kindness, professionalism and willingness to help made a difficult day ust a little bit easier. Thank you, Durrell, for treating our family with such warmth and care.”
A reader sends a halo to those who acknowledge people with disabilities. “When you encounter a person in a wheelchair or walking with a walker, please smile and say hello to that person.”
A reader sends a halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market.
A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria Beautiful lady picking up trash in a neighborhood near the beach. “Thank you! We need all the help we can get keeping trash picked up in the neighborhoods on the beach-side of the tracks.”
A reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero at The Spot. hen the roof-top flag was twisted and lodged in the rain gutter, Quintero jumped into action and climbed up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!”
A reader sends a halo to Andre at Corktree Cellars and retired police detective Mark H., who helped track down a family phone number and return the reader’s lost wallet after a kind person found it on the sidewalk and brought it into the restaurant. I was flying out from A the next morning and don’t know what I would have done if they hadn’t worked so quickly to get it back to me Another wonderful example of ‘only in Carpinteria.’”
and contacted a woman who had two outstanding warrants: one out of Hermosa Beach but was non-extraditable, and the other out of Santa Barbara. The woman was arrested for the outstanding warrant out of Santa Barbara County.
3 p.m. / 015F / Linden Avenue and Malibu Drive
Malibu, then booked for safe keeping. The owner was not contacted.
Sunday, May 17
8:28 p.m. / Meth Possession / 1100
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A man drove into a parking lot not wearing his seatbelt. A traffic stop was initiated, and he admitted to being in possession of a meth pipe. During a search of the vehicle, his meth pipe was located, but also a baggie with 3.7 grams of meth. The subject was cited for the violations.
A reader sends a halo to Emma and Justin. “It was a wonderful wedding, great food, spectacular location and great people! It was moving and wonderful.”
A reader sends a halo to Carpinterians who put out boxes in front of their homes full of surplus oranges, avocados, etc. from their trees. “Thank you for sharing your abundance.”
A reader sends a halo to all the employees at our local post office. “No matter what time of day you are always greeted with a warm smile. Thank you to all of you for making everyone feel welcome no matter how your day may be going!”
A reader sends a halo to Nikki at AT ulinary. went to my first class this weekend with my sister, who has been to four so far. I had the best time! Someone get this girl a T show she should be on the ood Network already.
A reader sends a halo to all the beach community residents. “Thank you for parking in front of your home with your permit.”
A reader sends a halo to their niece for bringing her adorable family to visit Carp and escape the heat of egas. e love cruising Carp with you
A reader sends a halo to Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly three years.
8 p.m. / Trespassing / 3200 block Via Real Polo Field reported that several people forced their way into her rental home and started yelling and insulting her family. Deputies arrived and contacted six people, who admitted entering the home after they were directed to come look at the damaged caused by the caller. The caller showed cell phone video of the suspects entering the home without permission and were heard and seen yelling at the caller and her family. The husband-suspect fled across the Polo Field and did not return to the scene. A complaint will be forwarded to the DA’s office for review.
A woman and man were contacted as their vehicle was getting dropped off by a tow truck. The woman is on active probation and a search of her property showed she had meth, a meth pipe and a container of pepper spray. She is a convicted felon and prohibited from owning pepper spray. A baggie of meth was found in the center console and since no one wanted to claim it, the man was given ownership
A reader sends a pitchfork to the people at a house on Sixth Street who blast their music into the night. “Do we really all have to listen to it?”
A reader sends a halo to Tom Sweeney for going out on Elm Avenue by the beach to clean up plastic bottles, bags, dirty gloves and masks.
A reader sends a halo to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the for working diligently to save the Rincon Beach bear. “It’s a terrible shame to lose one of these magnificent creatures however wouldn’t want it to suffer to a miserable death.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the person who will probably not even be able to read this due to stupidity for shooting off fireworks at 1 a.m. in a neighborhood, waking up pets and people. “You need to get a life. You that bored bro?”
A reader sends a halo to Bill and Rosana Swing for spending their Saturday taking photos for Junior arriors ootball. e appreciate all you do for our families players and program. You rock!”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the new parking zones. “All the “no parking/two hour” signs just made people park in my neighborhood. Seventh and the neighboring streets are a packed parking lot.”
A reader sends a halo to the person who complained about dogs allowed in the local store of a large grocery chain. “Now we can’t go there to shop.”
A reader sends a halo to DJ Hecktic for coming out early Saturday morning to support the Junior Warriors. “It made the kids so happy to hear you say their names—you’re a local celebrity to them!”
A reader sends a pitchfork to those who lied on their FAFSA and took scholarships away from kids who need it.
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A reader sends a halo to Diana Rigby, Superintendent of schools, and Debra Herrick director of Boys irls lub for removing the toxic uphorbia fire sticks from the pots and landscape.
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suspended. The man was cited, and his vehicle was released to a licensed driver.
he found a small baggie containing a white powdery substance underneath the driver’s seat of his recently purchased vehicle. The man stated he purchased the vehicle three weeks ago but didn’t find the small baggie until he’d removed the nism. The incident was documented, and the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property for destruction.
5 p.m. / Open Beer Violation / Linden Avenue and 9th Street
A man was cited and released for possession of an open container.
A caller reported that his girlfriend’s 27-year-old son had a bad dream and ran out of the house naked and was last seen running towards Summerland. Deputies responded and located a man walking nude on North Jameson near Sheffield. The man claimed he smoked marijuana with friends and wanted to go to the hospital to detox. His mother drove him to the hospital.
A woman and man were in a vehicle with a stolen license plate, reported to Santa Barbara Police Department. A traffic stop was initiated, and it was determined the vehicle was not stolen, but was rented a few weeks ago by the woman. She thought the “PERM” on the Arizona license plate meant it was only a “permit” for the vehicle and not an actual license plate. So, to avoid getting pulled over, they placed a stolen plate on the car, she said. After a search of nearby motel rooms associated with the subjects, they, and the woman’s sister, were cited for possession of stolen property, meth and paraphernalia. Further investigation will be done for the fraudulently obtained EBT cards.
Thursday, May 21
Registration / Carpinteria and Palm
Monday, May 18
10:41 a.m. / Tossed Mail / Via Real and Carpinteria Creek
access road by a Caltrans site. The mail
A man was driving with a false registration tab. He was cited for the violation and allowed to park the vehicle at his
10:06 p.m. / Suspended License /
A man was stopped for not displaying license plates on his truck. A records check showed his driver’s license was
Friday, May 22
7:41 a.m. / Theft / 5500 block Calle Arena
Deputies responded after a woman reported her residence was burglarized the prior night. The woman stated a cartoon of almond milk and tools were taken from her garage. She told the reporting deputy that the tools belonged to her daughter’s boyfriend. The deputy attempted to contact the man via telephone multiple times with no response. The woman stated her garage door was unlocked during the night and is in the process of getting a new lock. She did not have any suspect information at the time. The incident was documented, and patrol will follow-up for further details of the stolen items.
Deputies responded to a motel on Via Real for a report of a domestic violence tacted a man and woman in the parking lot. After contacting both subjects, there were visible injuries on both parties. Due to conflicting statements regarding their mutual altercation and obvious injuries, both parties were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse.
10:36 a.m. / Hit and Run / Cameo and Casitas Pass roads
Deputies responded to a report a of a black sedan crashing into a parked water truck. While en route, it was also reported the male subject driving the sedan fled the scene on foot. Upon arrival, deputies observed the sedan abandoned in the middle Cameo Road with major damage to the front right passenger wheel
2:07 p.m. / Found Drugs / 6000 block Jacaranda Way
A man was contacted after reporting
Raising a glass to 25 years
Island Brewing Company celebrates a quarter century of community
CARPINTERIA BIZ BUZZ
THE BIZZY BEE
For 25 years, Island Brewing Company has poured more than pints.
It has poured friendships, celebrations, fundraisers, traditions and countless conversations into the heart of Carpinteria.
As Paul and Cheryl Wright prepare to celebrate Island Brewing Company’s 25th anniversary with a weekend-long party July 2 through 2 , they’re reflecting less on beer and more on the community that embraced them from the very beginning.
“We just want to thank everybody,” Paul Wright said. “Our community has supported us over the years, and we really depend on that. We just hope we can continue to provide a welcoming, safe place for people to bring their kids and dogs and enjoy the view.”
While the brewery officially sold its first beer during the Fourth of July weekend in 2001, the Wrights actually began laying the groundwork months earlier, purchasing equipment, leasing the building and forming the company in late 2000. They ultimately chose to celebrate each July because it marked the moment Island Brewing first welcomed customers through its doors.
For Cheryl, the brewery has been a true family endeavor from the start.
While Paul handled the day-to-day brewing operations, Cheryl worked full time before spending evenings helping wherever she was needed — hauling grain, cleaning fermentation tanks and doing whatever it took to keep the young business running.
“We were just the two of us for a long time,” she recalled. “I helped however I could.”
Today, Cheryl oversees the brewery’s popular merchandise area, greeting customers and catching up with familiar faces who have become extended family over the past two and a half decades.
Along with Paul and Cheryl, their middle daughter, Laurie, and her husband, Mark, regularly lend a hand whenever needed while balancing their own fulltime careers, helping ensure the brewery continues to feel like a true family business.
Creating that sense of belonging wasn’t accidental.
Paul said from the beginning, he envisioned Island Brewing as Carpinteria’s neighborhood brewery rather than a regional or national brand.
“We never had aspirations for going statewide or nationwide,” he said. “We wanted to be the local brewery.”
That philosophy has shaped everything from the brewery’s partnerships with local nonprofits to its ongoing support of schools, civic organizations
25 years: Paul and Cheryl
they founded in 2001. Island Brewing Company will
July 25-26.
“I am most proud of the way our community comes together with love and compassion during both di cult ti es and o ful celebrations. Paul and I have been blessed to experience that caring and support in so many meaningful ways.”
and fundraising events throughout the Carpinteria Valley.
For Cheryl, becoming part of the community was equally important.
After raising their three daughters in Northern California, the couple relocated to Carpinteria, where their daughters had attended UC Santa Barbara and built their own lives.
“If we were going to come to this part of our life, we wanted to be involved with everything the community was involved with,” Cheryl said. “We wanted to get to know everybody.”
That commitment has earned the Wrights numerous community honors over the years, but perhaps their greatest reward has been watching generations grow up together inside the brewery.
“We had young families coming in with little 2-year-olds,” Paul said. “Now they’re adults, and they’re over 21. It’s amazing to see people who have been customers all these years, and now their kids are coming in too.”
Customers often share their own milestones with the Wrights.
Some met their future spouses at Island Brewing. Others celebrated engagements, pregnancies and birthdays there. Many simply made the brewery part of their family’s annual traditions.
Over the years, Island Brewing has become known for much more than hand-
–– Cheryl Wright
crafted beer. Community favorites include its annual Christmas carol sing-a-long, pumpkin carving contest, New Year’s Eve monkey drop and even spirited rock-paper-scissors tournaments and slow-bike races that draw participants of all ages.
The brewery has weathered its share of challenges as well.
Only weeks after opening, the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks dramatically slowed travel and tourism. Nearly two decades later came the COVID-19 pandemic, when constantly changing regulations forced the Wrights to improvise by selling bottled beer to-go and even partnering with Giovanni’s Pizza and Rincon Catering to meet temporary food requirements.
Looking back, Paul says it was the community that carried them through.
“Everybody came together to help us stay in business,” he said.
Despite tremendous growth in the craft beer industry — from just a handful of breweries on the Central Coast when Island Brewing opened to more than 60 today — the Wrights never felt pressure to become something they weren’t.
Instead, they’ve remained focused on being Carpinteria’s brewery.
“We wanted to stay true to who we are,” Paul said.
That same philosophy extends to the people who have become part of the Island Brewing family. Over the years, many employees have worked behind the bar while attending college or pursuing careers in nursing, education and other professions, something the Wrights have always enjoyed encouraging.
But when Cheryl reflects on 25 years in business, it isn’t awards or milestones that come first to mind.
“I am most proud of the way our community comes together with love and compassion during both difficult times and joyful celebrations,” she said. “Paul and I have been blessed to experience that caring and support in so many meaningful ways.”
She added that there are countless examples over the years, but they all point to the same conclusion.
“Carpinteria is a community to be so proud of.”
The anniversary celebration on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 24-26, will feature special commemorative beers, anniversary merchandise and a full weekend of festivities (including a single-elimination Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament) celebrating 25 years of Island Brewing Company. The band lineup includes King Bee on Friday night, Strange Hotel and Cornerstone on Saturday and Americana Cats on Sunday.
For Paul and Cheryl, however, the anniversary isn’t really about looking back.
It’s about raising a glass to the people who made the journey possible.
After all, as the Wrights see it, Island Brewing Company has never simply been a brewery. It’s been Carpinteria’s gathering place.
KARLSSON PHOTOS
Celebrating
Wright stand inside Island Brewing Company, the family-owned brewery
celebrate its 25th anniversary with a weekend of festivities on
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of Robin Karlsson Through the lens...
I arrived in Carpinteria three-and-a-half years ago du ng ndem c e having an epiphany to visit my sister and family in Montecito. I thought, “Why not take a leap of faith, sell my home and nd ome c n enhance this ‘Encore Chapter’ of my life?”
I feel a deep sense of gratitude that I am able to live in Carpinteria. This small-town is so very special to me. The beach beauty, a tight-knit neighborhood of friends and having my daughter’s family living right here is the best. Spending quality time with my two grandchilden who live less than a mile from me is a
of Robin Karlsson
The teeming salt marsh
true blessing.
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I am fortunate to photograph for the Coastal View News, documenting local events and publishing my photos each week. There is a lot going on in this small beach town so stay tuned each week as I capture moments to share with you. Today, here is a glimpse into “A day in the life of Robin.”
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o g e u o nd en ce o enting me e cu e mo e in-law suite while I looked in a very “hot” market. As the months went by in a hot housing market, one thing was certain: I had to make Carpinteria my home, and with that, the vision was realized.
o g e u o nd en ce o enting me e cu e mo e in-law suite while I looked in a very “hot” market. As the months went by in a hot housing market, one thing was certain: I had to make Carpinteria my home, and with that, the vision was realized.
What is amazing to me is the “giving spirit” of Carpinteria. I was so welcomed by everyone, and so in return, I give back in any way I can to e uti u commun
What is amazing to me is the “giving spirit” of Carpinteria. I was so welcomed by everyone, and so in return, I give back in any way I can to e uti u commun
I am also a passionate volunteer for Santa Barbara Wildlife Care e o nd nne nd ne d e n ti u e My passion is with all wildlife, but raptors are my absolute favorite. I also recently joined the board of Ojai Raptor Center.
I am also a passionate volunteer for Santa Barbara Wildlife Care e o nd nne nd ne d e n ti u e My passion is with all wildlife, but raptors are my absolute favorite. I also recently joined the board of Ojai Raptor Center.
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I believe my photography of birds and marine animals has taken on a new life since I started rescuing precious wildlife around Santa Barbara. one ng o o og e e e uti u d , u no e to rescue them. I feel something special while looking at them now through a camera lens.
I believe my photography of birds and marine animals has taken on a new life since I started rescuing precious wildlife around Santa Barbara. one ng o o og e e e uti u d , u no e to rescue them. I feel something special while looking at them now through a camera lens.
A family of woodpeckers live in the palm trees across the street from my
mo n d o e ee ou c n nd me ncon, d o e c o trekking the Mesas and preserves of Carpinteria and our central coast ting n e cue o c u ng m ge o e e u ound u –Susie Clothier
walks are necessary for my mental health.
mo n d o e ee ou c n nd me ncon, d o e c o trekking the Mesas and preserves of Carpinteria and our central coast ting n e cue o c u ng m ge o e e u ound u
There’s a peacock that hangs out on Lillingston Road that I’m facinated with. He is not threatened by me so I can’t entice him to spread his feathers.
The flags I especially like to see are the ones at Island Brewing Company when I stop in for live music and a Starry Night Stout.
Linda Zimmerman who rides teering for
house coax me outside with my camera when I hear them pecking.
Beach
Me with my Sunday pickleball partners Esther, Lesley, Beth and Stephanie.
My day always starts with Jazzercize at Veterans
I rode the Ferris wheel with my grandkids Zoe, 5, and Sven, 7, at the St. Joe’s Festival last weekend.
Tern With An Appetizer | Padaro Beach, 2024 Black Crown Night Heron | Tar Pits,
My Beach Boy Haden | Padaro Beach, July 2024 Rincon Skies | October 2023
Willits Racing | Santa Claus Beach, June 2024
Surf Scoter Padaro Beach,
A male Allen’s hummingbird in the Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park.
LEFT: A Vernal pool inside the Carpinteria Marsh.
ABOVE: A double-crested cormorant airs out its wings.
Migrating American white pelicans preen in a muddy channel.
Tern With An Appetizer | Padaro Beach, 2024 Black Crown Night Heron
Willits Racing | Santa Claus Beach, June 2024
A male Allen’s hummingbird in the Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park.
This summer, Coastal View News asked local photographers a question: What does summer in Carpinteria mean to you? Over the next six weeks,
LETTERS
“Please do not use rodenticides. I have a pair of kestrels in ard that edged three babies, and I also have a roadrunner. They are at risk of being killed b rodenticides
Issues regarding the S r iner nn
This is to offer a few thoughts regarding the Surfliner Inn pro ect. A draft nvironmental Impact eport I will be available sometime in the fall. In the meantime, we wait. e also ponder and review. as the developer been thoroughly vetted Is the developer successfully managing any hotels nder ot Topics on the city’s website, the history of this pro ect is spelled out. The equest for roposal F was due on ov. 1 , 2 17. It was very specific in terms of what was supposed to be submitted.
ine separate items were requested. A few of these were A list of the entities and individuals that would be involved with a description of their responsibilities an organi ational chart showing the entity structure a summary of the team’s past experience developing similar pro ects a preliminary capital pro forma and an operating pro forma.
The city would be creating a business partnership with the developer that would last 55 years. o they have experience building managing a hotel restaurant operation Could the developer submit a business plan
Annie Sly Carpinteria
Stop the killing of wildlife, please
ist of animals killed by rodenticides owls, hawks, falcons, turkey vultures, bobcats, mountain lions, coyotes, skunks, opossums and more.
lease do not use rodenticides. I have a pair of kestrels in my yard that fledged three babies, and I also have a roadrunner. They are at risk of being killed by rodenticides. estrel populations have declined in the central California coastal area. I had roadrunners for 2 years and suddenly they disappeared. I suspect they were poisoned. The other day for the first time in 1 years I saw a roadrunner in my
— Nancy Hill
yard. I would be grateful for your help to promote a no poison environment.
Nancy Hill Summerland
Sponsor those in other countries
hile passing through your lovely town, I picked up a copy of Coastal View News to read. I couldn’t help but smile at some of the letters and wondered if the people commenting were born here. ately I’ve had so many people born in the .S. commenting on something they know very little about nor have they been taught anything about immigration in schools. I am a legal alien, twice, so I know a thing or two. The best way to show sympathy is to sponsor someone from another country. kraine or a a would be good choices. ick a person or family to sponsor through a church group and then they get on the waiting list, which in our case was 17 years long, all the while waiting, working, saving money, going to school, learning nglish, getting all medical tests, x-rays for the entire family. Then show up to pick them up at the airport, or if they are arriving by boat across the Atlantic like we did, show up at whatever port it docks. Then take the family to their apartment, drive them around to help them get obs, and sign up for schools.
To do anything other than that is to hand out a bandage. Another way would be to work with your representatives to enact new laws, although the current laws on the books work very well. eanwhile, I’ll keep reading your lovely paper in your sunny town and keep smiling at people’s naiveness.
I guess it’s part of the human condition to think something is being accomplished by handing out bandages since that’s easier to feel something is being accomplished instead of getting deep down into it. ivian utland, a proud legal alien and there’s generations and generations of people like me.
Vivia Rutland
Zimmerman is one of my friends rides in the trishaw when I’m volunfor Cycling Without Age.
Night Heron | Tar Pits, June 2024 Brown Pelican | Padaro Beach, June 2024
Pelican Fishing | Padaro Beach, July 2024
Surf Scoter Wave Running |
Pits, June 2024 Brown Pelican | Padaro Beach, June 2024
Pelican Fishing | Padaro Beach, July 2024
Summertime Fun | Padaro Beach, June 2024
Wave Running | Beach, July 2024
St. Joseph Church Festival brings fellowship and fun
PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON
More than 10,000 people attended the 69th annual St. Joseph Church Festival on July 10-12, described as a homecoming of sorts for the generations of Carpinterians that grew up enjoying the highly anticipated event and continue to share the tradition with their children. From former Carpinteria residents to high school friends from decades past and local families young and old, the festival drew folks from near and far to enjoy some community fellowship and fun.
“There was a veil of peacefulness covering the grounds. The joy was palpable,” said Fr. Dick Martini, noting the feeling of camaraderie among participants at the festival. “More than once I noted an atmosphere free of the fear that pervaded Carpinteria a year ago,” said Martini. “People who may not speak each other’s native language sat at tables together, enjoying their meals and the entertainment, while the youngsters were hurrying from ride to ride or game to game.”
Festival highlights included the new addition of funnel cakes, traditional favorites like tri-tip and beans, “ride-any-ride” wristbands for kids and performances by the Carpinteria High School cheerleaders, Ballet Folklorico dance troupes and The Rincons, which kept crowds grooving on the dance floor and feeling fine while raising funds for a good cause. Martini extended appreciation to the neighbors, local businesses and Carpinteria residents. “We appreciate your support of our church’s major fundraiser for the year.”
Cousins Charlie uzmand and June Nimmer fly the ive Bomber airplane.
Sven Brock and Leo Home take a ride on the Sizzler.
Easton Nuño scored two prizes for making a basket and popping a balloon with a dart.
Grayson peers down from the top of the Ferris wheel with his dad, Sam Tyler.
Isabella Venancio shows off her butterfly painting.
CHS cheerleaders cheer for enios Mx cial’s performance.
Remi Martinelli chooses a lucky duck.
Thario’s Kitchen presents WORLD CUP BUFFET BRUNCH
CALENDAR
Thursday, July 16
AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball for Beginners Carpinteria Middle School Tennis Courts, Eighth Street and Palm Avenue. 8-10 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
English Language Conversation Group/Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 8:30-10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Bellas Artes Free Arts & Crafts Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 10 a.m.-noon. carpinteriaartscenter. org, (805) 684-7789
Read to a Dog! Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10-11 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
One-on-One Tech Help Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary. org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Ice Cream and Cards Party Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 1-2 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board Meeting City Hall, Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria
SURF ‘N’ SUDS BEER FEST
Ave. 3 p.m. (805) 684-5405
Finance Committee City Hall, Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 4 p.m. (805) 684-5405
Dungeons & Dragons Club Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 3:30-5:15 p.m. For ages 12-17. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Architectural Review Board Meeting City Hall, Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 5:30 p.m. (805) 684-5405
Community Matters hosted by Council member Wade Nomura: Carpinteria Advanced Purification Project Carpinteria Sanitary District, 5300 Sixth St. 6 p.m.
AgeWell Senior Program: Men Aging Well Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 5:30 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
World’s Safest Bingo on beach off Linden Avenue. 6-7 p.m. Free, all ages. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314 Open Mic brewLAB, 4191 Carpinteria Ave. #8. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. (Sign ups at 6)
Friday, June 17
AgeWell Senior Program: Tai Chi & Qigong Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 10-11 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279 Free Arts & Crafts Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 10 a.m.-noon. carpinteriaartscenter.org, (805) 684-7789
Preschool Story Time Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10-10:30 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Music Mondays Sing Along Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 10:30-11:30 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Monday Mahjong All levels of play. 1 p.m. (805) 729-1310
AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Games Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1:302:30 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
AgeWell Senior Program: Death Cafe Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 3-4:30 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
Carpinteria Book Club Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 4-5 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Film: SPY SUMMER MOVIE Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 4-5:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
City Council Meeting City Hall, Council Chambers, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 5:30 p.m. (805) 684-5405
Tuesday, July 21
AgeWell Senior Program: Walking Club Meet at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
Carpinteria Writers’ Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m.-noon. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Bridge Group Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1-4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Carpinteria Songwriters Circle Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 4-5:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Carpinteria Sanitary District Board Meeting District Boardroom, 5300 Sixth
AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball for Beginners Carpinteria Middle School Tennis Courts, Eighth Street and Palm Avenue. 8-10 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9-10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Creative Art Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 10-11:30 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Carpinteria Knitters Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 1-3 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Film: “Ocean” with David Attenborough The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 6:30 p.m. Free. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
All-Ages-Karaoke hosted by LarryOke Nimmer, Giovanni’s Pizza, 5205 Carpinteria Ave. 6-9 p.m. (805) 684-8288 Bingo Sandpiper Village, 3950 Via Real. 6:30 p.m. (310) 403-9973
AgeWell Senior Program: Carpinteria Men’s Coffee Club Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 8:30-9:30 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
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FRI: GORDON CROWL UKULELE, 6-9 PM SAT: SKA DADDYZ, 6-9 PM SUN: SANTA BARBABRA TROMBONE SOCIETY, 5-6, HOLIDAY SING ALONG, 6-8 PM
FOOD… FRI: DISFRUTA 3-8 PM SAT: SHRIMP VS. CHEF, 12 PM MUSIC… FRI: GORDON CROWL UKULELE, 6-9 PM SAT: SKA DADDYZ, 6-9 PM SUN: SANTA BARBABRA TROMBONE SOCIETY, 5-6, HOLIDAY SING ALONG,
Taste of the Town
ARTCETERA
Carp Chalk Walk returns July 25 and 26
Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to help transform downtown Carpinteria’s sidewalks into a colorful outdoor art gallery at the annual Carp Chalk Walk. The free community event on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, is presented by the ynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center and uralism, a nonprofit organi ation that provides meaningful work experience opportunities for adults with disabilities.
“Carp Chalk Walk is one of those special events that brings our community together through creativity,” said Executive Director of the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center Kristina Calkins in a press release sent to Coastal View News. “Whether you’re creating art, cheering on a friend or simply strolling through downtown, there’s something inspiring about seeing our sidewalks transformed into a colorful celebration of community.”
Participants can pick up free colored chalk at the arts center throughout the weekend and will be directed to designated locations along Linden Avenue and Carpinteria Avenue where they can create their own temporary works of art.
“One of the most rewarding parts of Carp Chalk Walk is seeing families creating art together,” said Ernie Merlan, executive director of Muralism. “Parents, grandparents, children, friends and neighbors all gather to transform our sidewalks into something beautiful. It’s a welcoming event where artists of every age, ability and experience level can participate, and it’s exciting to see visitors from throughout California come to Carpinteria to experience the creativity and community that make this event so special.”
Carp Chalk Walk is made possible through the support of the city of Carpinteria, the Downtown “T” Business Advisory Board, Carpinteria Beautiful, Megan Isaac (Slingshot Studio Artist) and C-DOG (Carpinteria Dog Owners Group).
Advance registration is encouraged, especially for large groups. Register and learn more online at carpinteriaartscenter.org/carpchalkwalk.
The free event takes place from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center is located at 865 Linden Ave.
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July 22
The Alca ar Theatre will host a special screening of the documentary, Ocean 2 25 , on ednesday, July 22, from - p.m., presented in collaboration with environmental activist Peggy Oki’s Origami Whales Project.
“Ocean” with David Attenborough shares with viewers about the vital importance of the ocean on our survival. Featuring footage of coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, the film highlights how a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing, according to a press release sent to Coastal View News
The event will include a short presentation with Oki about how people can help with ocean conservation efforts. oors open at p.m., and the film starts at 7 p.m.
A $5 donation is requested. S required at thealca ar.org.
brewLAB calls creatives to Open Mic night
July 16
Performance artists of all types are welcome to participate in the brewLAB’s monthly Open Mic night on July 16 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Local musicians Beau Wilding and Chad Martin host the free event that is open to all.
The brew AB is located at 1 1 Carpinteria Avenue, Suite .
The Alcazar Theatre presents Maxwell a l eld’s one-man pla l
Acclaimed actor axwell Caulfield will perform a special one-night-only performance of ilate The ost ospel, on Thursday, July 2 , at 7 p.m. at the Alca ar Theatre. His one-man play sold out in Ojai this spring and now comes to Carpinteria for a single exclusive engagement.
Set in 36 AD, “Pilate: The Lost Gospel” is written by British playwright Michael Punter and tells the story of Pontius Pilate, governor of Judea. The play examines the events leading to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ from a point of view that challenges both Roman history and long-held assumptions,” according to a press release sent to Coastal View News ontius ilate is one of history’s most controversial figures, says Caulfield in the release. “What drew me to the play was the compelling humanity in Michael Punter’s writing. It is largely devoid of religiosity; rather, it is about accountability, doubt and the stories people tell themselves in order to live with the consequences of their actions.”
Best known for his screen roles in rease 2 and mpire ecords, Caulfield has also performed on Broadway and in London’s West End. He and his wife, Juliet Mills, are former Carpinteria Valley residents, “calling the years they lived there among the happiest of their 46-year marriage,” notes the release.
Tickets for ilate The ost ospel are available at thealca ar.org and start at $25. The Alca ar Theatre is located at 1 Carpinteria Ave.
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The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center’s new Board of Directors includes community members dedicated to serving the community through the arts. Karina ulangara will serve as Board Chair, Adriana on le -Smith as ice Chair, Jaclyn Fabre as Treasurer and Crescent Lo Monaco as Secretary. Joining the board as members are ary atfa, oug arrison, nica J. Sol r ano, reg erea, Jeremy Fraser and Mark Hunt.
“The arts center looks forward to the leadership, ideas and community spirit this new group of board members will bring as we continue to expand access to the arts in our community,” said the center’s Executive Director Kristina Calkins in a press release sent to Coastal View News
Sophia Estrobo decorates a downtown Carpinteria sidewalk with her chalk art.
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THROWBACK
llie’s mantel lo k
BY JIM CAMPOS
In 1958, Oliver B. Prickett — Ollie to his friends — was an established character actor in Hollywood. Under his movie name, Oliver Blake, he had appeared in the classic “Casablanca,” played a recurring role in the Ma and Pa Kettle movie franchise as “Geoduck” and was a part of Bob Hope’s entourage appearing in many of his movies. He had “made it” in Hollywood, not a star, but in much demand as a character actor. Despite the demands on his time, Prickett always found time to get back to Carpinteria, to visit with his wife Margaret’s family, the Gaynors, and help his Lions Club brothers.
Prickett was a charter member of the Lions Club, established in Carpinteria in 1927. The Lions had supported him when he brought the movies to Carpinteria in the same year, then when he designed and established the Alcazar Theatre in the following year. Now, the Lions were counting on him to host and perform in a fundraiser for the club, all proceeds going to local youth activities. Ollie gave them “Blackouts of 1958,” an evening of farce sketch comedy. There was also music and dancing.
“Blackouts of 1958” was performed over the Mother’s Day weekend at Carpinteria High (now, the Carpinteria Middle School), May 9-10. Both shows, it turned out, were sellouts. Ollie, the master of ceremonies, was a star attraction! Fran Castro, producer and director of the show, said, “We will have a show every member of the family can enjoy. We can’t reveal the identities of the cast for fear Hollywood will grab them before Friday, but the cast will feature plenty of familiar faces.” This was all good for the community, but there was a curious footnote to the event.
On the same weekend as “Blackouts of 1958,” up the street on Carpinteria Avenue the Del Mar Theatre (the old Alcazar)
had been rebranded as the Tradewinds Theater that weekend, so it was having a grand opening of sorts. Actually, the only difference was that a neon sign had been mounted above the theater with the new name. It probably confused and dismayed the locals more than anything else since they had developed a strong bond with the Del Mar. The Carpinteria Herald had nothing to report about the “new” Tradewinds Theater, but “Blackouts of 1958” was front-page news. There had to be some irony in that Prickett was in direct competition with the theater he had established back in 1928. In appreciation, the Lions gifted him with a mantel clock. It was inscribed, “Ollie Prickett, In Appreciation, Carpinteria Lions Club 1958.”
According to Prickett in a note he wrote to Carpinteria historian Jayne Cravens Caldwell, he was the last surviving charter member of the Lions Club. It is somehow fitting that in 2 2 , a iverside antique dealer found the mantel clock that Ollie had been gifted by the Lions in an estate sale. The dealer inquired about its history with the local chapter of Carpinteria Lions. The Lions looked into it and were steered in the direction of Prickett’s two grandsons, Eric and André Luthard. The brothers still own and maintain the aynor anch on the incon, one of the oldest ranches in the Carpinteria Valley.
In the end, Ollie’s mantel clock has come back home. It now rests in the hands of his grandsons and resides in Carpinteria. It was to be on display at the Alcazar Theatre in April 2020 to celebrate the 92-year anniversary of the theatre that Ollie built. The Covid-19 pandemic had other plans, as the Alcazar and many other businesses closed for a while. Maybe Ollie, through his mantel clock, will play some part when the Alcazar celebrates its centennial birthday in April 2028, keeping the theater ticking into the future by playing some part in fundraising efforts. To donate, visit thealcazar.org.
Jim Campos is a native-born Carpinterian. Upon retiring from a 35-year career with the arpinteria ni ed chool istrict in he oined a group of local historians to publish t o pictorial histor books on arpinteria i s curiosit of local histor gre fro that e perience e is currentl serving on the arpinteria ultural oundation hich honors the achieve ents and contributions of arpinteria s diverse co unit e is also on the board of the arpinteria alle useu of istor here he rites occasional in depth articles n i rote an entire ear of colu ns for s hro back hursda
liver ri kett, left, pop lar movie, television and stage omedian, and ran astro go over the s ript for the ions l variet show la ko ts of 19 8.
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Catching waves at the 19th annual Camp Hana Hou
BY RYAN P. CRUZ
Local youth who are battling cancer were treated to a fun day of surfing with their families at the 19th annual Camp Hana Hou in Carpinteria, hosted by Surf Happens and the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation.
At least 47 local youth and their families participated in this year’s free surf camp, gathering at the beach on June 27 for surfing lessons, beachside games and lunch from nearby Padaro Beach Grill. The participants in this year’s camp ranged from age 4 to 18, and the campers got the opportunity to learn new skills in surfing, bodyboarding and boogie-boarding.
“Nothing is better than watching fear and nerves evolve into cheers, joy and connection,” said Chris Keet, founder of Surf Happens. “The kids were treated to a full day of surfing, community and fun. Keet, a longtime local surf coach who says riding waves is “one of the most self-empowering things a human being can do,” began donating lessons through organizations such as Teddy Bear Cancer
Foundation and Hugs For Cubs years ago. Keet says it was inspirational to see firsthand how much oy surfing brought to children who were fighting cancer, and nearly two decades ago Surf Happens began offering the annual Camp ana Hou free of charge.
The name “Hana Hou” comes from the Hawaiian term for “one more time,” and Keet says the camp is a chance for the courageous youth to forget about their disease, get in the ocean to catch a wave and have fun with their friends and family.
“Smiles and connection were the recipe of the day,” Keet said. “Huge shout out to all of the volunteers and families that participated, and the amazing Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation team.”
For more information about Camp Hana Hou and other local surf camps, visit surfhappens.com.
PHOTOS BY CHRIS KEET @SURFHAPPENS
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down under Jason and Darci Ward took along a copy of the Coastal View News to Australia. They started their trip in Adelaide, enjoying wine tasting in the Barossa Valley and exploring the Glenelg Jetty. Next, they spent four days in Sydney where they took a tour and saw kangaroos and koala bears and attended a play at the Sydney Opera House.
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Sally and Terry Eagle visited France, where they cruised from Avignon to Carcassonne aboard the Anne-Marie barge. They are pictured with their copy of the Coastal View News in Sète, a vibrant port town in southern France.
Mike Cianculli teaches Max to balance on a bodyboard.
Family Resource Specialist Gisselle Madrigal with the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation
Campers practiced jumping on their surfboards on land before testing their skills in the ocean.
here were nothing t smiles as hildren a ght some of their rst waves at Camp Hana Hou.
Carpinteria hosts JG competition
PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON
Carpinteria Junior Guards proudly hosted the 2026 Carp Comp, welcoming more than 2,000 Junior Guards from nine coastal agencies for an exciting day of competition, teamwork and beach safety. Thehometown team had an outstanding performance, earning an impressive second-place overall finish against some of Southern alifornia’s strongest Junior uard programs.
A special highlight of this year’s competition was the custom team paddles beautifully hand-painted by Junior uard instructor rin Otsuki. The paddles reflected the pride spirit and tradition of the Carpinteria Junior Guards.
The day showcased the dedication and hard work of the instructors, lifeguards, volunteers, families and athletes. Junior Guard instructors thank everyone who helped make Carp Comp 2026 a success. The Junior Guards represented Carpinteria with determination, sportsmanship and community pride.
-- Lexi Persoon, Lifeguard Program Coordinator, City of Carpinteria Parks and Recreation
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Maverick Yonker, Tate Mayer and Lennox Vennable line up for Water Flags.
Luella Runhaar and James Melton charge the run.
JGs jump for joy!
Bruno Lombardi sprints to the nish line.
Holyn Vega completes the swim.
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his way to the relay.
Nicco Rocci dives for the flag.
arla ood eld runs to the water in the paddle relay.
irls from the A group line up for the Run Swim Run.
Mini group girls line up for the Long Run.
Assistant Coordinator Brett ersoon left claims Carpinteria’s second place paddle. Santa Barbara was rst and Ventura took third.
Sienna Lelande charges in from the paddle.
Just married
Harber –– Waterman
Surrounded by family, friends and the beauty of the San Bernardino Mountains, Chloe Harber and Granite Waterman were united in marriage on June 20, 2026, during an outdoor ceremony at Apples Bed and Breakfast in Big Bear, Calif.
astor Adam Smith officiated the ceremony and the bride was escorted down the aisle by her father.
The bride is a 2021 graduate of Rancho Campana High School and earned her degree from estmont College in 2 25. She teaches fifth grade at Coastline Christian Academy. She is the daughter of Mark and Keri Harber.
The groom graduated from Dana Hills High School in 2018 before earning his degree from Westmont College in 2025. He is employed as a senior maintenance aide at Carpinteria State Beach. He is the son of Mead aterman and rin eininger and stepson of Jeff eininger.
The bride was attended by Matron of Honor Jorden Groenink and Maid of Honor Cameron Harber. Bridesmaids included Jennifer Allen, Ally Hess, Hannah Hutton, Brenna Tang, Ava Hunt and Chloe Underwood. Addy and Charlotte served as flower girls.
Matt Coker stood beside the groom as best man. Groomsmen included Pat Hunter, Connor Lindsay, Noah Grey, Carter Sieverts, Christian Keck, David Kvamme, Baylor Jones and Race Harber. Eddie and Rhodes served as ring bearers.
Music for the ceremony featured the cello performance of Noah Girdler, with APC Entertainment providing additional music throughout the celebration. Following the ceremony, guests enjoyed a reception at Apples Bed and Breakfast, where APC Entertainment kept the dance floor lively well into the evening.
After celebrating with family and friends, the newlyweds departed for a honeymoon in Bali.
The couple make their home together in Carpinteria.
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