Ribbon cutting for Lookout Park renovations set for Thursday
Local o cials — including First istrict Supervisor Roy Lee —will host a ribbon cutting for the playground area for Lookout Park in Summerland on Thursday, une 5 at noon.
The playground area has been updated, according to Wade Stewart Cowper, Lee s chief of staff. Kids from Summerland lementary School will also be in attendance.
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It s now high fire season on the Santa Barbara County South Coast, o cials confirmed on Monday.
Fire departments have increased sta ng, and all burn permits in the county are now suspended, according to a press release from the Montecito Fire epartment sent out this week.
Property owners should be aware of the defensible space around their home. The Santa Barbara County Fire epartment recommends removing all combustible materials (leaves, mulch and wood piles) within five feet of a home; keeping grass mowed to four inches or less, removing dead plants and maintaining space between trees and shrubs within five to 0 feet of a home; and thinning or removing excess vegetation and pruning tree limbs up six- 0 feet within 0 to 00 feet of a home.
Residents should also maintain vegetation clearance along driveways and private roads to allow emergency vehicle access if needed.
Learn more online at sbcfire.com/ready-set-go.
Depth psychotherapist is Carpinteria o an’s Clu eetin spea er
anielle Birrittella an opera maker, composer and depth psychotherapist — is the featured speaker at this month s Carpinteria Woman s Club meeting.
Club representative Marybeth Carty said Birrittella s work weaves together storytelling, music, and movement to explore the power of ritual in our daily lives.
In this interactive talk, participants will re ect on how creative practices can help us shape meaning, mark transitions, and find presence in an uncertain world. anielle will share how the expressive arts can help us give form to the unseen. Participants will be invited into re ection as we consider the small rituals that give shape to our lives, and how art can expand our capacity to grieve, celebrate, and transform, Carty said in an email.
The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, une , at p.m. at the Carpinteria Woman s Club, 05 Vallecito Road.
Submissions open for “A Piece of Carpinteria”
The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center is seeking artists for its upcoming exhibition A Piece of Carpinteria, which opens at the arts center on Thursday, une 2. The exhibition will include a juried show, with special jurors Chloe Woo and Lety Garcia.
The submission window closes on une 5 at 5 p.m. Learn more online at carpinteriaartscenter.org/ingathering.
Christ as Carpinteria to close
Christmas N Carpinteria (CNC) — Carpinteria s year-round Christmas store on Santa Claus Lane — is closing. The shop will be open on Sundays a.m. to p.m. until at least uly.
wner Nikki Landon opened the store last September. She picked the Santa Claus Lane because it was a quarter of the cost of a retail space on Linden Avenue, she told Coastal View News. very weekend, thirty to 0 people stop by and browse, but people just aren t spending, Landon said.
I believe people are being careful with their spending with the economy s uncertainty. I just can t afford to keep the doors open and have depleted most of my savings trying to make it a go, Landon said. That s why I am closing and in search of someone to take over my lease or negotiate their own fresh lease.
She said the community has been wonderfully supportive and nearby locally-owned businesses — such as irt Botanicals, Garden Market and Thario s Kitchen —were great neighbors.
So much time, energy and heart went into CNC. The community has been wonderfully supportive, and welcomed Santa back with open arms, she said.
Christmas N Carpinteria is located at Santa Claus Lane.
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SATURDAY
JUNE 7 • 7:30 PM
JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF CLASSIC TUNES AND LOVE SONGS featuring The Traveling Hurtados. Hector, Bobby and Steve will open with an acoustic set, followed by a full electric set with special guests Jesse Benanate on drums and erry artin on keyboard.
WEDNESDAY
JUNE 11 • 6:30 PM
SET IN POSTWAR ROME, this evocative award winning black and white drama follows Delia, a resilient housewife played by director Paola Cortellesi, as she contends with the weight o domestic li e and an oppressive marriage. he lm explores themes of female agency and social change.
ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL
SATURDAY JUNE 28 • 7PM
ALCAZAR THEATRE IS BRINGING AN ALL-NEW LINEUP OF PROFESSIONAL HEADLINERS THIS MONTH . Watch for our headliner announcement soon!
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY • JUNE 13-15 & JUNE 20-22
THE ALCAZAR THEATRE AND ENSEMBLE PROUDLY ANNOUNCE THE 2ND ANNUAL HANNE PEDERSEN ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL. his estival honors the memory o anne Pedersen, a beloved writer, director, actress, teacher, and co-founder of the Carpinteria Community heatre. anne is remembered or her courage in ba ling cancer and contributions to the arts and the community.
he estival showcases the world premiere o si compelling one act plays by talented writers rom Santa Barbara, Ventura, and os ngeles Counties. eatured plays include
“Breakable” by Ashley Blom
“Garden in the City” by Sophie Goldstein
“What I Did the Night of the Big Snowstorm” by Scott Mullen
“Extraction” by Lisa P. Sutton
“The Society” by Zev Vitanza
“Pistachio Ice Cream” by Robert Weibezahl
An impressive lineup of women directors will direct all performances: awn Balk, ynne errell, sa Olsson, reamer ilson, ad ia inter, and eslie Vitan a nnRenee.
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and laughing harder than you have in ages. Join us Tuesdays for improv—no experience needed.
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City honors retiring city librarian Jody Thomas
BY LIV KLEIN
At last week’s meeting, the Carpinteria City Council honored former City Librarian Jody Thomas, who stepped down from her role with the Carpinteria Community Library on June 2. Thomas, who is retiring, devoted 25 impactful years to public service, with her final three as the city of Carpinteria s first librarian for its municipal library.
On May 27, the council presented Thomas with a mayoral recognition, accompanied by many loving and honorable words from the community.
“Every now and then we’re lucky enough to know someone who’s been able to change many lives for the better,” former councilmember Fred Shaw said about Thomas. “Jody has made our city library truly a city center, available to every resident and visitor. With her belief in what a library can be, she’s truly opened a door to the world around us — a place of books, programs and things; a place where you can learn or study; or just quietly dream of what the future could hold.”
While staff celebrated Thomas’ well-deserved retirement, many said they will greatly miss having her on board.
“I am deeply sad to be losing an extraordinary teammate, colleague and friend,” said the city’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director Jeanette Gant. “Over the past year I have had the privilege of learning from Jody, about libraries, about community and about what it means to truly love the work that you do.”
Thomas accepted the certificate of recognition with words of gratitude and
Former City Librarian Jody Thomas, pictured at front holding the proclamation, was presented with a mayoral recognition, accompanied by many loving and honorable words from the community. She accepted the recognition with family members present at the May 27 Carpinteria City Council meeting.
appreciation for her time working with staff and the community on creating a beloved, small community library for the city.
“I want to say how much it means that this community has embraced this local library in the way that it has,” Thomas said. “With federal libraries under siege and libraries everywhere in the country
CITY OF CARPINTERIA
COASTAL LAND USE PLAN GENERAL PLAN UPDATED DRAFT FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AVAILABLE WORKSHOP TO BE HELD JULY 8, 2025
complete draft of the City’s updated Coastal Land Use Plan/General Plan (“CLUP/GP”) is available for review beginning June 10, 2025 on the City’s website at https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/community-development/planning/general-plan-local-coastal-plan-update/ (or scan the QR code below). The City invites comments on the draft document, which can be submitted to GPUpdate@CarpinteriaCA.gov or dropped off in-person/mailed to City Hall. The public comment period for this draft ends August 8, 2025.
Additionally, the City is hosting a General Plan Community Workshop, open to all members of the public: Tuesday, July 8th 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Carpinteria Community Library Community Room 5141 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013
This workshop is an opportunity to learn more about the CLUP/GP, ask questions, and provide in-person comments regarding the draft document. Food will be provided for attendees.
For more information, call Mindy Fogg, Principal Planner at (805) 755-4408 or email GPUpdate@CarpinteriaCA.gov.
under attack, to know that this library is taken well care of and well thought of and supported is everything.”
Staff and community said they will miss having Thomas on board and thanked her for her years of support
and hard work setting the library up for a successful future.
“You have gone way above and beyond our expectations, I cannot say thank you enough,” Mayor Natalia Alarcon said.
Ornelas receives mayoral recognition for work at Boys & Girls Club
Last week, the Carpinteria City Council presented Diana Ornelas, club director of the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County, Carpinteria Unit, with a mayoral recognition in honor of her receiving the 2025 Pacific Trainer of the Year Award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
“This is a really, really big deal,” CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs Michael Baker said during the recognition. “We’ve never received any type of honor like this and she’s just doing incredible work for our organization.”
With over 5,000 Boys and Girls Clubs in the country, Ornelas was selected as the number one trainer for the entire Pacific Region — the biggest region in the nation.
“This means a lot to me because this is my city, this is my hometown, this is where I was born and raised,” Ornelas said. “I have to thank Boys and Girls Club of America for believing in me and United Boys and Girls Club (of Carpinteria) for allowing me to do this work for our kids and for our community.”
Diana Ornelas, left, is recognized by Mayor Natalia Alarcon.
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City pool renovations will need to rely on community support, staff say
fte ea s of comm nit se an en o ment the ool is e fo its fi st ma o e am
Last week, the Carpinteria City Council met with the city’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director Jeanette Gant and consultant firm Counsilman-Hunsaker to kickstart the movement of catching the pool back up to speed.
After an on-site assessment by Counsilman-Hunsaker back in April, it was determined that overall the core structure of the pool is sound but — as expected after 5 years of operation, staff said — there are numerous deficiencies and updates to address including: deteriorating mechanical components; aging equipment; ADA non-compliance in the bathhouse; and significant repair needs for the pool deck and cantilevered gutter.
The repair project is estimated to cost $969,383 — far out of the city’s fiscal means at this time, staff said.
“It is quite an expensive project so we are going to need a variety of funding sources, and a lot of them,” Gant told the council.
Both the council and staff agreed that community funding and grants will be vital in allowing the city to pursue the project.
Councilmember Wade Nomura reminded the council and staff that while the project may present an overwhelming cost, the community was able to rally funding along with government help to initially build the pool, which was a nearly $1 million project back in the day.
He also pointed out that many of the city’s beloved recreation facilities — like the playground and skatepark — were built off of community support.
“If there’s an interest out there, which I am sure there is, we just have to bring the awareness to the public on what we have to do to bring it back up to standards,” Nomura said.
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t is ite an ex ensi e o ect so we a e going to nee a a iet of f n ing so ces and a lot of them.”
— Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director
Jeanette Gant
The next step is to develop a detailed work package with all project associated tasks based on the recommendations in
the consultant’s report. The work package will help staff determine whether the project should be classified as a
non-capital expense, which includes recurring costs, or a capital project, a large, upfront investment that will benefit the pool long-term.
An operating budget or a capital improvement budget will be made based on the decided classification.
Once both the work package and cost estimates are finalized, staff will return to the council with an update and a preliminary budget, which will serve as the basis for identifying and pursuing potential funding sources to support project implementation.
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City extends landscaping contract with Showscapes
Last week, the Carpinteria City Council approved a one-year extension of the city’s agreement with Showscapes Inc. — the city’s chosen landscape maintenance services team — and amended associated costs.
The city entered a three-year agreement with Showscapes back in April 2021 for landscape maintenance services which include: the grounds of city bike paths and trails, facilities, parks and open spaces, parking lots, and right-of-way landscaping.
Since entering the original three-year agreement, the city extended the contract by a fourth year and, after the council’s approval, will now enter a fifth year working with Showscapes.
Showscapes will now be responsible for three additional city landscape assets that have sprouted since entering the original agreement, which include: the Carpinteria Skate Park, the Coastal Vista Trail, and the Via Real right-of-way at the northbound Highway 101 on- and off-ramps at Casitas Pass Road.
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The one-year service extension should not exceed $267,600 and should remain within a total amended agreement budget of $1,229,010.
Staff reported that no additional funding is requested for the Fiscal Year 2024/25, but an appropriation of $245,000 will be proposed in the FY 2025/26 Budget to cover the remaining cost associated with the one-year extension.
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At the May 27 meeting, the council settled some concerns regarding the quality and effectiveness of services before beginning a fifth year-long term with Showscapes. Councilmember Wade Nomura pointed out that the native plants in the Carpinteria area require
“None of the plants are the same, especially in our area we have a lot of native plants that are di cult to work with, he said. “(Showscapes) have done a great job with things that they have taken care of, (the problem is) things that are outside the scope. Unless you are a specialist in native plants, it s a di cult one to train, so you have to be extremely diligent with training people — someone new in there could definitely ruin a plant.
City Manager Michael Ramirez reassured the council and the public that Showscapes has done an excellent job in areas they have been given direction, and
with a little more specific direction and discussion, the council’s concerns should be adequately addressed.
“...They would just need that direction from us, which is why I think managing that more closely in-house is something we are looking to do, Ramirez told the council.
Any landscape maintenance concerns can be reported on the city’s GoGov app or website.
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Wayne Anthony Thomas 01/22/1937 —05/19/2025
Wayne Anthony Thomas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May at the age of , leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter and craftsmanship.
Born on Jan. 22, 1937, in Lorain, Ohio, Wayne brought light and wit to every room he entered. He joined the U.S. Army as a young man but was honorably discharged before deployment due to a spinal disorder. Undeterred, Wayne pursued higher education and broke boundaries as the first male student to enroll in the culinary program at Ohio University — a fitting start for a man who would spend his life redefining roles, expectations and what it meant to care for others.
In 1960, Wayne met the love of his life, Patricia. Seven months later, they were married — the start of a 64-year love story rooted in devotion, partnership and some wild adventures. The newlyweds made their way west, trading Ohio winters for the golden sun of Southern California, where Wayne discovered his true calling as a carpenter and contractor. With capable hands and an eye for detail, he built not only homes but a life of meaning, connection and hard-earned wisdom.
In 2001, Wayne and Patricia settled in the coastal town of Carpinteria, where Wayne quickly became a beloved member of the tight-knit community. Whether lending a hand with an odd job at a neighbor’s house, tending the grill at the family picnic, attending church at St. Joseph Church or volunteering for local businesses, Wayne’s presence was both reliable and unforgettable. He gave his time freely, and always with that signature mustache and a one-liner at the ready.
Wayne will be remembered for his larger-than-life personality, his quick wit and the way he loved — boldly, generously and without hesitation. He had a knack for making people laugh and a heart big enough to hold the whole room. His stories, his spirit and his steady hand will be missed beyond measure.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Patricia Thomas; his daughter, ennifer Gulland; his son-in-law, Randy Gulland; his son, Tony Thomas, and his wife, Kelly; his granddaughter, Rachel Gulland, and her fianc , Tom Rogers; and his granddaughter Justine Bosio, her husband Robert and their son, Cash, his great-grandson. He also leaves behind countless friends, neighbors and loved ones who will carry his memory with them always.
A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 in Carpinteria. In lieu of owers, the family asks that folks simply pay it forward with a kind deed or a helping hand — just as Wayne would have done.
Obituaries
Whitney Brooks Hansen 08/15/1936 —05/01/2025
Whitney Brooks Hansen died peacefully in her Santa Barbara home on Garden Street on May 1, 2025. She was 88 years old.
Born in Beverly Hills in 1936, Whitney was the middle child of five born to ope and Robert Brooks. She grew up on Hilltop Ranch in Carpinteria, riding horses among the lemon groves, chewing road tar, and filling sketchbooks. The sisters all attended Marymount School in Santa Barbara, and Whitney graduated from Scripps College in 1958 with a bachelor of arts degree in art history.
Whitney met Peter Hansen back in high school, but the two did not marry until 5 . They spent their first years in Los Angeles, were soon blessed with daughter Hope, then in 1961 moved to New York City, where Whitney’s older sister Hopie had already planted a stake in the local art scene. While Peter worked on documentaries and in television, Whitney began refining her craft as well, attending the Pratt Institute and the Arts Students League.
The family grew. Son Brooks arrived in ‘65, then Sam in ‘74. Another home was planted in Sag Harbor, and Whitney found her medium: the woodcut. She developed her signature style, a mysterious interplay of print- atness and painterly dimension that compels a closer look at landscape, skyscape, still-life, and street scene.
Her work appeared in a variety of platforms, including posters, children’s books, and art books. In 2016, she conceived and provided over thirty prints for
Randy James Perez 11/29/1960 —03/24/2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Randy James Perez on March 24, 2025
Randy was a graduate of Santa Barbara City College, with a degree in computer science. He kept up his computer work at home, entwined with his artwork. He was a wonderful artist and had an artistic page, Baretta, in the yearbook. e is the third son of Trino and Ida Perez. His late brothers, Ric and Ron, will be waiting for him. His pal, and only brother Robin Scott Perez, will miss him very much.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
an oral history of her adopted hometown, h, That s Another Story Images and Tales of Sag arbor. er most consistent venue, however, was the gallery show. ver five decades, Whitney s work was featured in exhibits all over New York and Long Island, including the galleries of Elizabeth Ives Bartholet, Maxwell Davidson, The Atlantic, Goat Alley, Lizan Tops, and the Salmagundi Club.
After re-establishing roots in Santa Barbara, she added plein air painting to her quiver, this time under the in uence of her younger sister, Meredith Abbott. That return to basics on the canvas somehow set her woodcuts free, and introduced her work to a new and receptive audience on the West Coast. Locally, her paintings and prints have appeared most often at the Ellen Easton Gallery in Montecito, but also the Marcia Burtt gallery, The Faulkner, Palm Loft, the Ventura County Museum of History and Art, and the Westmont College Art Gallery. She was a longtime member of the Oak Group, and her work can be found in various private and public collections, including that of John Steinbeck, Bowdoin College, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
As constant and singular a road as Whitney traveled artistically, her greatest gift was surely the quality of her presence and companionship. Aside from painting with her sisters, she loved nothing more than travel —usually with family, and especially in France.
She was a steady reader, a gourmet chef, a reliable baker of cookies and assembler of gingerbread houses, for children inside the family and out. And it is that, in fact —the equal care and attention she paid to every task, to every moment, and every person who entered her sphere —that helps explain her lasting impact.
Whitney is survived by her three children, six grandchildren, and two more great-grandchildren, as well as siblings Meredith, Blue and Bobby. She will be remembered by everyone who knew her as a kind of pillar, and a deeply comforting reminder of the power that ows from authenticity, humility, humor, discernment and unwavering gentle kindness.
McDermott-Crockett is handling arrangements.
Jean Ideline Kosztics 09/28/1926 —06/11/2024
Seems like you left just yesterday, but feels like a lifetime we haven’t seen you. Now you’re with dad, together again. Love and miss you.
Native American Prayer
I give you this, one thought to keep. I am with you still. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on the snow. I am the sunlight on the ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush. f iet i s in ci cle ight
I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not think of me as gone
I am with you still, in each new dawn. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there; I do not sleep. I do not stand at my grave and cry I am not there; I did not die.
Annabella Cherie Whitney 08/17/1944 —03/15/2025
Annabella Cherie Whitney passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, at her home in Pecos, New Mexico. She was 80 years old.
She was born to her late parents, Stephen and Patricia Whitney, on Aug. 17, 1944, in Santa Monica, California. She was predeceased by her brothers Steve and Tim. She is survived by her two sons, Tom Mix ill and eath Austin ill, her daughter-in-law Julie Williams-Hill, and her beloved grandchildren Annabella and Owen. She had a special place in her heart for her eldest niece, Mary Whitney — the daughter she never had. She was also close with her cousin, Marilyn Harding. A lifelong cowgirl, Annabella lived in Carpinteria, California, Meeteetse, Wyoming and Pecos, New Mexico, drawn by the western ranching life. She always kept a horse to ride, her two favorites being the ashy working cow horse Socks Bill, whom she won numerous championships on, and her prison-broke mustang Vaquero, who became a dependable and loving trail horse in her later years. If she had a soundtrack to her life, the late Canadian folk legend Ian Tyson would be at the top of her playlist, along with Waylon, Willie, and the boys.
In addition to being an accomplished equestrian, Annabella devoted herself to her younger brother, Timothy Beau Whitney, after he suffered a car accident at the age of nineteen that left him a quadriplegic. Like his older sister, Tim was an extraordinary horseman. Her love and care helped him rebuild his life in the horse show world, where he would go on to become a legendary equitation instructor and judge. For her devotion to her younger brother in the years after his accident, she was and will remain an inspiration of love, altruism and kindness to her family and friends.
In the months leading up to her death, Annabella had the chance to spend time with her family and friends. Her two closest chums from high school, Mignon Murphy and Sandy Nicholson, visited her in Pecos, where they spent the week laughing and reminiscing about the fun times they shared through the years. It was beautiful watching them make new memories.
As Ian Tyson sang in one of Annabella s favorite songs, someday soon we shall be together again with those we love and cherish. In Annabella’s memory and in lieu of owers, donations may be made to The orse Shelter in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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The Alcazar Theatre: 97 years and counting
BY THE ALCAZAR THEATRE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ear friends and supporters of Carpinteria Valley In celebration of The Alcazar Theatre s th anniversary, we have a simple message — thank you. Your support has enabled us to provide entertainment, education, and laughter to the heart of our community.
Today, your community theatre features a state-of-the-art sound system and eco-friendly lighting. We have hosted international musicians, world premieres, renowned plays, world-class comedians, foreign films, and more. Throughout it all, the true essence of The Alcazar has remained unchanged it is you, the community that believes in the power of the arts.
Re ecting on this exciting milestone fills us with joy to think about all the talented actors, poets, students, mentors, writers, film festivals, community events, and outreach programs that have found a home here. Carpinteria s beloved theatre stands stronger than ever thanks to your unwavering support.
We are nearing our capital campaign goal of ,000, and thanks to your generosity, we have raised ,500 so far With only a few days left until the campaign ends on une , now is a perfect time to get involved.
Stand with us and join the onor Roll,
We are nearing our capital campaign goal of an than s to o gene osit we ha e aise so fa ith onl a few a s left ntil the campaign ends on June now is a e fect time to get involved.
where you can see your name woven into The Alcazar s legacy. Regardless of size, every contribution is vital in helping us advance to our next chapter.
n behalf of the board of directors, staff, and volunteers at The Alcazar Theatre, we extend our heartfelt thanks for extraordinary years With your unwavering support, we honor our past and ignite a bright future as we journey toward our centennial in 202 .
LETTERS
“Even if your family isn’t i ectl a ecte this sho l concern you.”
—Jessica Petrillo
The fate of family school
Carpinteria nified is quietly considering a plan to eliminate all second and third grade instruction at Carpinteria Family School. Coming on the heels of last year s sudden elimination of the kindergarten/first grade class, this appears to be a clear trajectory toward shutting down the school entirely, without ever placing the issue on a public agenda.
This isn t simply a sta ng decision. It s a major structural change that would eff ectively reduce our already limited public school options. ecisions of this scale must, by law, be publicly noticed, open to community input and subject to a recorded vote, as required by the Brown Act.
Family School has served Carpinteria families for over 20 years with a collabo-
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rative, community-based learning model. While it may not be the right fit for every child, it offers a critical option that some kids truly thrive in. liminating it would be a loss for the entire district.
Parents first heard of this proposed cut in February when Superintendent Rigby came to a parent meeting at the school. Since then, we ve spoken at every school board meeting, but only during general public comment, because this issue has never been formally agendized. ven if your family isn t directly affected, this should concern you. Public education decisions of this magnitude should not be buried in budget reviews or made outside of public view. ur board members are elected o cials, and the public deserves to see where they stand.
Jessica Petrillo Carpinteria
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Local hygentist receives scholarship
Carpinterian awoon eong Panizzon, pictured, is the recipient of the 2025 Cora eland Scholarship, presented by the California ental ygienists Association (C A). She is enrolled in the ental ygiene Program at xnard College, according to her husband, Gio. I m honored to receive this scholarship and grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community, eong Panizzon said.
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CUSD trustees honor seven retiring teachers
BY JUN STARKEY
Seven teachers who are retiring from the Carpinteria nified School istrict (C S ) were honored for their years of service at the May 2 C S Board of Trustees meeting, including Christine Gilbert, Kevin Reed and Lucy Carleton from Carpinteria igh School (C S); Rebecca Frank from Carpinteria Middle School; Rene Mireles and Susan Fredrickson from Aliso lementary School; and an Silk from Carpinteria Family School.
Principals from each school site spoke briefly about their respective retirees, re ecting on their time at the district before presenting them with a rose bush, a plaque and a clock.
The clock doesn t show that time
passes, but that time is endless, just like their impact that they ve made on our students, C S Principal Gerardo Cornejo said.
A few retirees spoke to board members Wednesday night, including Fredrickson, who had been with C S for 0 years.
It s been my pleasure to work at Aliso School, and to be part of the wonderful team of colleagues who are dedicated to teaching and serving the needs of children of Carpinteria, Fredrickson said.
Furthermore, it s been a wonderful pleasure to work with Brett (Weiberg) as principal, and to see our school thrive and improve under his leadership. Thank you, Brett, for all you ve done to support me, and the talented and amazing staff and students at Aliso School.
In other school board news…
New policies for public funds, contracts
The C S Board of Trustees approved the second reading of two new board policies at its May 2 meeting one regarding the use of public funds, and the other regarding public contracts.
Board policy and administrative regulation (bids), states that the district shall explore lawful opportunities to obtain the greatest possible value for its expenditure of public funds, when leasing, purchasing, or contracting for equipment, materials, supplies, or services for the district. Per the policy, this includes contracts for projects on district facilities.
The other new policy, board policy 2 (contracts), states that the board shall ensure that the district s interests are protected and that the terms of the contract conform to any applicable legal standards.
Board approves purchase of materials for middle school dual language classes
The C S Board of Trustees approved the purchase and implementation of a Spanish language arts and Spanish American studies curriculum for eighth grade dual language immersion students at Carpinteria Middle School.
Materials for the programs include copies of two Spanish language books, and an online textbook that has already been paid for from the previous school year. The cost of materials, to be paid from the general fund, is 0. .
Board accepts four donations
The board accepted four donations at its May 2 meeting. A donation from the Santa Barbara County ducational ce came in the form of grants for three Canalino lementary School teachers for instructional strategy, including ackie Knetchel, ,200, Tricia umbles, 500, and Cintya iaz, 500.
The other grants included 00 from W Photography to Canalino lementary School; 5 from Chester and Valeria Ackerman for the high school ASB science club; and 2 from Susan amron for the high school s ASB FFA club.
Teachers, students highlight Summerland Elementary activities
Summerland lementary School Teacher In Charge r. Shannon Colson and a handful of her students spoke to the C S Board of Trustees last Wednesday about students everyday work and some recent projects.
In kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms at Summerland lementary School, students have igh Tide, where they are placed into exible reading groups, Colson said. Teachers create individualized lessons for students on phonemic awareness, grammar, and writing. Teachers monitor students progress, and some students are moved to different exible reading groups as they progress.
Fourth and fifth graders also have novel study, where they read a book together as a class or in their reading groups, and engage in discussions about what they ve read.
Anya Simonovich, a fourth and fifth grade teacher at Summerland, said the novel study is cross curricular, incorporating aspects of reading, writing, speaking and social studies. nce the class completes a book, students create their final projects, which Simonovich said has included a newspaper, clay sculptures and a treasure hunt.
For math, Summerland has a similar model to reading, with flexible classrooms based on a student s needs.
This means, Colson told board members, that if a child has not mastered the grade level standards, we place them in a class where the standard is being taught or re-taught.
For this last school year, students also
participated in Math Tasks, Colson said, where all students are given a math problem to solve together, such as dividing a circle with various fractions into equal sums. Summerland lementary saw a rise in math performance following these tasks.
Math tasks have helped me to be better at math and understand math, Summerland student Mika told the board.
Colson also spoke about Summerland lementary s families groups of kindergarten through fifth grade students that work together throughout the school year, eat lunch together on Wednesdays, learn about the school s character traits once a month and occasionally take field trips.
Fifth graders are the head of the household in their families, Colson said. They teach the younger students the school s character traits, and help them out when necessary.
Colson also reviewed the school s first Maker Space Carnival and open house held earlier in the year, where students created their own carnival games for other students to participate in; the schoolwide musical production of The American Revolution, which Simonovich said included some higher level vocabulary; short stories written by students, which can be checked out at the Summerland lementary School library; and some recent school events, which included Pi ay on March , where students learned about the mathematical constant and enjoyed pie.
––Jun Starkey
a h rs u o rat s agreement with district
Members of the Carpinteria Association of nited School mployees (CA S ) have ratified the recent settlement agreement reached between the Carpinteria nified School istrict and CA S .
The agreement was reached in May with the help of a state fact-finder, nearly one year after CA S declared an impasse in negotiations. The agreement includes a 5 increase in salary for certificated and classified C S employees effective uly , and a one-time off-schedule payment of of each certified employee s base salary. The payment will also be provided for classified or certificated employees who retired during the 202 -2 and 202 -25 school years.
CA S President ay otchner said in a press release that, although the majority of members voted yes, the vote was not unanimous. Happy 90th Birthday
New infusion, nursing business offers by-appointment care
BY JUN STARKEY
IV Concierge Therapy — which opened up in April at 4762 Carpinteria Ave. —provides a wide range of services available by appointment, ranging from infusions for dehydration or the u, to home hospice care.
IV Concierge is owned and operated by Annamarie Gonzales, a third-generation Carpinterian. Gonzales earned her bachelor of science in nursing from Cal State Channel Islands, and her master’s degree in nursing from Walden University. Gonzales was enrolled in a Ph.D. program, she told Coastal View News, but she is on a break while she works on her business.
IV Concierge officially opened on April 3, and Gonzales said she already has a handful of clients that have become regulars, with some coming in as often as three times per week. “They can come and go depending on what they need,” Gonzales said.
The services provided by Gonzales and her handful of employees include basic infusions for minor ailments, such as the u, low iron, dehydration or mineral deficiency, as well as anything that can be done by an emergency room nurse,
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Rachel Greenspan and Brendan Smith, co-owners of thriving Montecito restaurant Bettina, have opened their second location at Carpinteria’s new Linden Square: Tina’s Pizza. Tina’s, at 732 Linden Ave., is one of eight new restaurants that opened in Linden Square — a sprawling mixed-use complex on the 700 block of Linden Ave. — last month.
In the following Q&A with Coastal View News, Greenspan reveals the ingredients in their recipe for success.
CVN: What inspired your decision to embark on restaurant ownership and to focus on pizzas?
Rachel Greenspan: We had been doing pizza catering for about four years when we finally opened Bettina ( 0 Coast Village Road, Montecito). It was really important for us to have a home base where we could build a community and create a space that customers could dine at regularly. Catering is super fun, but it’s wonderful to have the consistency of serving more customers and making food for them daily.
What sets the Carpinteria location apart from your Montecito one?
Our Carpinteria location is fast casual. No reservations are needed, so it’s super approachable and easy to grab food at any time. Plus, it’s open all day! We also have a great provisions shop at Tina’s with specialty goods, beloved Bettina condiments and lots of great wine for sale.
I often hear customers rave about the quality of your ingredients. Where do
you source your ingredients?
About 95% of our produce and fruit get delivered directly by our local farmers or hand shopped at the Farmers Market, where we go every Tuesday and Saturday. For anything we can’t source in Santa Barbara County, we try to get as close to us as possible (i.e., organic San Marzano canned tomatoes and Straus Dairy from Northern California, and wonderful cured meats from the Midwest).
Gonzales said. This includes removing stitches or staples, advising on antibiotics, dressing wounds, drawing blood and helping with care following surgery.
The majority of these services can be offered at home or at IV Concierge s Carpinteria Avenue location, depending on what the client is comfortable with, Gonzales said.
IV Concierge also provides extensive hospice care at home. IV Concierge nurses can help clients manage medications, advise them and their families in following their physicians’ orders, and provide comfort for family members after someone has passed away.
Gonzales has been a nurse for more than 20 years and still spends at least three days a week at the Intensive Care Unit at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara. Her grandfather, Marty Macias, opened Valley Barbers, a barbershop on Carpinteria Avenue, in 1940, and Gonzales took over the business in 2015.
“I give all of my success I have to my family,” Gonzales said.
IV Concierge is open Monday through Sunday by appointment. Learn more by contacting (805) 729-0444 or emailing ivconciergetherapy@gmail.com.
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What advice would you give to someone opening their first restaurant ust be ready to work a lot in the first six months. It’s kind of like having a newborn baby. It’s so important to be extra present in the beginning as systems are created. Then it’s just as important to hire a good staff and figure out how to delegate in order to empower others to help run things.
After a long day of work, what are some ways that you like to decompress? Wine. And pasta. And more wine.
Ingrid Bostrom is a photographer, drawn to open space and stories told in each new face. Send ideas of impactful Carpinterian bosses to ingrid@ingridbostromphotography.com.
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Annamarie Gonzales has opened IV Concierge in Carpinteria, which offers the ser ices o re istere nurses or at ho e or in o ce care
Halos& Pitchforks
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A reader sends a halo to Ryan Moore for bringing dirt back to Carpinteria.
A reader sends a halo to who supported the Playa Del Sur 4-H this year. The members are looking forward to another successful year.
A reader sends a halo to , the new volunteer at the riends of the Library Bookstore, for cleaning and reorganizing the self-help section.
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 the employee at the Laughing Buddha who gave the reader’s son a heart plushy after hearing him tell the reader, “I want to get this heart plushy because I love you.” “He and I both found the comment very sweet. You made my son’s day!”
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 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 H L of Carpinteria office mail slot this past week. Thank you for your kindness.
A reader sends a halo to all the volunteer fixers at Carpinteria s first ix-it air, but especially Shaun and Matei, who manned the small electronics table with expertise, patience, persistence and humor. “Though (the reader’s) items were unfixable, she learned a lot, met nice people and enjoyed a very Carpinteria experience, where neighbors help each other and strive to help the earth as well by keeping usable things out of the landfill. An all-around win.
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 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 ower wreath at the Carpinteria Cemetery for the Memorial Day program.
A reader sends a halo to the onderful arent Advisory Council at CC for their help with the jog-a-thon and the many events they support throughout the year. We are so grateful!”
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 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 Charles. “Your steady presence and unwavering support mean so much to everyone connected to Carpinteria igh School. The care, kindness, and thoughtfulness you show to the students make a lasting impact, far greater than you may realize. Many of us see the positive in uence you have on our children, and we’re truly grateful for all that you do. Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed, and it’s deeply appreciated.”
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 pot. When the roof top ag 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 Dr ersoon for the amazing job she has done this year at CMS. We really appreciate the safe, supportive environment you are fostering at the school. You work so hard and are ethical and dedicated and it shows!”
A reader sends a halo to , the new masseuse at The ym Next oor. he could have coasted through it, but she worked really hard to relieve my back pain. I never experienced such a great massage.”
A reader sends a halo to left a sign telling people to pick up their dog-waste bags and stop leaving them on Casitas Pass Road.
whoever has been leaving bags of dog on the ground along Casitas Pass Road. “Yes, it’s frustrating that the trash cans are gone, but is that really your best way of handling
What’s
at th harbor seal rookery?
A reader sends a pitchfork to the person who hit the reader’s pickup in front of the reader’s house and didn’t stop. “Shame on you, and I hope you have karma insurance.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the bicycle events on oothill Road. urposely host ing huge rides that take up the whole road is irresponsible. There are countless bike lanes that were put in with our tax dollars to avoid this problem.”
This report covers May 2 , 2025
CVN s Seal Watch weekly report, written by Seal Watch volunteers, covers activities at the arbor Seal Rookery. The group can be reached at carpsealwatch gmail.com or at ( 05) - . The rookery is located immediately east of Casitas Pier, between Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve and Carpinteria State Beach. There is no vehicle access from Dump Road.
A reader sends a pitchfork to the lifeguards braiding hair while swimmers are in the pool. “Not professional!”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the employees of the newer businesses on the Carpinteria luffs. Learn to share the bike walking path with locals There will be four to five of you walking together and not a single one will scoot over ust a tad to let a local pass through?”
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.”
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A reader sends a pitchfork to the Linden planters. “All the mushrooms growing there indicate too much water. Nice weed farm.”
NATURAL HISTORY NOTES
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 Nikki at H AT Culinary. I went to my first class this week end 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 the Crafty Ladies at the Carpinteria Community Church “For several years they have sewn banners to be decorated in batik style by the children at a local summer arts camp. Their love and dedication to the ongoing support of our local student artists is much appreciated.”
A reader sends a halo to Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly three years.
A reader sends a halo to the parent boards at Canalino and Carpinteria amily School. We so appreciate all the yummy goodness, delightful care and sincere attention we received during Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week You all are the best
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 local vet for working diligently to save the Rincon Beach bear. “It’s a terrible shame to lose one of these magnificent creatures however, I wouldn t want it to suffer to a miserable death.”
A reader sends a halo to Kathy, who “walks the trails picking up other people’s dog poop because they’re too lazy to take care of their dog. Thank you Kathy for taking care of this special place.”
A reader sends a halo to Bill and Rosana Swing for spending their Saturday taking photos for Junior Warriors ootball. We appreciate all you do for our families, play ers 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 city of Carpinteria for sponsoring the Fix-it Fair, and the people that gave their time and skills to help others. “It was a great help to many. It was fun.”
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.
Submit Halos & Pitchforks online at coastalview.com.
A reader sends a halo to Carpinteria High School student Cristal, who got off her e-bike on Sunday evening to rescue an injured crow which had fallen in the street. “You have a big heart!”
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A reader sends a halo to Diana Rigby, Superintendent of schools, and Debra Herrick, director of oys irls Club, for removing the toxic uphorbia fire sticks from the pots and landscape.
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arbor seals use their fore ippers for steering. These ippers are short and webbed with five bony digits ending in one- to two-inch-long claws. The web hind ippers also have five bony digits, but the outside bones are longer and wider. arbor seals are streamlined for e cient swimming and move the hind ippers from side to side for propulsion. Because their hind ippers don t rotate, and they cannot elevate themselves far with their four ippers, they are very clumsy on land.
A reader sends a pitchfork to a restaurant owner for parking his vehicle in the spots right out front of his establishment. “Shouldn’t he leave those parking spots available for his paying customers?”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the City of Carpinteria for letting the bluffs turn into an ever increasing dirt parking lot. That is not what the bluffs were purchased for. Post No Parking signs immediately!”
VISITORS
A reader sends a pitchfork to the sheriff’s deputy using his radar gun the other morning in front of city hall. “Why don’t you go by one of the schools and catch all the speeders there in morning, and keep our children safe while walking to school.”
Volunteers counted , 55 visitors, including viewers from Australia, New ealand, China, ong Kong, the nited Kingdom, Brazil, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, Peru, apan, Canada, France, Belarus, Massachusetts, Maryland, Texas, hio, Arizona, awaii, Wisconsin, South akota, New ersey, North Carolina, Illinois, New York, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Pennsylvania, tah and Missouri.
DISTURBANCES
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nfortunately, beach walkers caused the seals to ee on five occasions, despite the clear signage at the beach ends. Minor disturbances were caused by workers on the pier twice and once by a loud blufftop observer.
A reader sends a halo to Salud Carba al s o ce for helping the reader resolve an issue with the IRS. They went to work for me and the fines and penalties were abated.
A reader sends a halo to Deeanna from the Aliso lementary XL program “Thank you for going above and beyond for all of the students and staff. We all love you so much!”
Two men were contacted in a parked truck and both were extremely intoxicated with open containers of alcohol observed in the vehicle. One man was not being the most cooperative, but once he was convinced to exit the vehicle, a pat down search of his person was conducted. Deputies located a collapsible baton in the man’s front waistband. He was cited and both were released to a sober friend.
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A reader sends a halo to Nathan and an anonymous helper for helping the reader get upright after a surprise landing on the railroad tracks. “The kindness of strangers is alive and well in Carp
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 driver s seat to fix the reclining mecha nism. The incident was documented, and the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara heriff s Office property for destruction.
Saturday, May 23
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A reader sends a pitchfork to a local restaurant for not asking a guitarist to turn down the amplifier. We made several requests to have the music s volume turned down so we could converse with out-of-town friends over dinner without shouting.”
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MORE INFORMATION
Please consider honoring the Marine Mammal Protection Act by not walking the sanctuary beach all year. Do not bring dogs, bicycles or loud voices to view the seals. arbor seals, when disturbed, may ee and become separated from their pups. Volunteers asked that dogs always remain outside the rope area.
Carpinteria Seal Watch volunteers monitor our local seal rookery. More volunteers are always needed. Contact Seal Watch at carpsealwatch@gmail.com or call i you’ li e to help
A reader sends a pitchfork to people ho complain about others parking in front of their houses to go to the dog park. “Please note, the condominiums surrounding the dog park at Monte Vista each have two assigned off-street parking spaces. Street parking is open to the general
Deputies responded to a motel on Via Real for a report of a domestic violence incident. Upon arrival, a deputy contacted a man and woman in the parking lot. After contacting both subjects, there were visible injuries on both parties. Due to con icting statements regarding their mutual altercation and obvious injuries, both parties were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse.
, who throws parties and has their guests park along the street in front of the readers’ homes. “Unfortunately, this has led to a few issues —including knocked-over trash bins, damaged sprinkler heads, and a mailbox being bumped into ( ) We would be grateful if you could encourage your guests to use the nearby church parking lot.”
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Meet Marceline the playgroup rockstar
A reader sends a pitchfork to You aren’t what you used to be. All of the best establishments are gone —Fosters Freeze, Rincon Designs, and Robitaille s, just to name a few. Keep Carp, Carp.
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 report a of a black sedan crashing into a parked water truck. While en route, it was also reported the male sub ect driving the sedan ed 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
A reader sends a pitchfork to for charging high prices. “I tried to support local, but no more. I won’t be treated as a thief at an overpriced chain restaurant. Do better!”
A reader sends a pitchfork to a non-resident property o ner who is renting a 00-square-foot room as a studio for over 2,200. You re part of the problem, not the solution.”
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Meet Marceline, a three-year-old playful German shepard who is looking for her forever home. Marceline — who is with Santa Barbara County Animal Services (SBCAS) —loves walks, has an even-tempered spirit, and gets along with many types of other dogs. At SBCAS, she s known as the playground rockstar.
Interested in fostering or adopting Marceline She s at the SBCAS shelter in Goleta at 5 verpass Road. The shelter is open Tuesday Sunday, 0 a.m. p.m. Learn more by emailing animalservicesdirector sbcphd.org.
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Music Camps
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Small groups
Small groups Piano, Ukelele, Musicals & more! Camps in Santa Barbara & Carpinteria. KathysMusicMovement.com
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CALENDAR
Thursday, June 5
Carpinteria Creative Arts Eighth Street and Linden Avenue. 2:30–6 p.m. Handmade pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry and sewn articles. (805) 698-4536
Live Music: Kyle Brown Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6:30–9:30 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Friday, June 6
AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball Free Play Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foothill Road. 8–10 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Meeting: Carpinteria Seniors Inc. Carpinteria Community Church, 1111 Vallectio Road. 1:30 p.m. Seniors 55+ welcome. Speaker: Mike Damron, Carpinteria Cemetery District. (805) 220-6845
Push Project Open House Culture Skate Shop, 1041 Casitas Pass Road. 5–7 p.m. carpskatepark.org
Live Music: Morganfield Burnett Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 6–9 p.m.
Saturday, June 7
Carpinteria Arts Craft Faire Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. carpinteriaartscenter.org
Salt Marsh Nature Park Docent Tours Meet at the entrance across from the corner of Sandyland and Ash Avenue. 10 a.m. noon. Free. (805) 886-4382
Saturday Excursion: Chrisman California Islands Center Chrisman California Islands Center Santa Cruz Island Foundation, 4994 Carpinteria Ave. 11 a.m. p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
Meeting: Carpinteria Valley Republican Club Rancho Granada Mobile Home Clubhouse, 5750 Via Real. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Main dish provided; side dish or donations welcome. Meet: CA GOP Central Coast Regional Vice Chair Bobbi McGinnis, 24th congressional district candidate Bob Smith. RSVP: (661) 333-4133
Live Music: The Rincons Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 6–9 p.m.
Live Music: The Coveralls Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Live Music: The Traveling Hurtados The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20. thealcazar. org, (805) 684-6380
Sunday, June 8
Live Music: Trusty Budz Duo Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 1–4 p.m. Corktree Karaoke with K.J. Tati Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Monday, June 9
AgeWell Senior Program: Line Dancing Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 10:30–11:30 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Monday Mahjong All levels of play. p.m. (805) 729-1310
AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Games Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 2–3 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
AgeWell Senior Program: Tai Chi Together Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 3:30-4:30 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Meeting: Carpinteria City Council Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 5:30 p.m. bit.ly/CarpinteriaCityMeetings
Tuesday, June 10
AgeWell Senior Program: Walking Club Meet at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Body Balance Exercise Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. noon. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
Carpinteria Writers Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. noon. (202) 997-0429
Chair Yoga The Gym Next Door, 4915 Carpinteria Ave., Suite A. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. noon. $15. (805) 684-2595
Bridge Group Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Spanish Conversation Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 2–3 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Carpinteria Songwriters Circle Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 4–5:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314 m C u s District Board of Trustees Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 5:30 p.m. cusd.net
Carpinteria Improv Classes The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7–9 p.m. Tuesdays, weekly. $10 at the door. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Wednesday, June 11
AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball for Beginners Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foothill Road. 8–10 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
AgeWell Senior Program: Veterans Morning Coffee Meet Up Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 8:30–9:30 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Senior Arts Crafts Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. Wednesdays, 9–11 a.m. Free. info@ carpinteriaartscenter.org, (805) 684-7789 Science for Teens 11–13 Years Old Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314 Carpinteria Knitters Group Carpinteria Library Community Room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 1–3 p.m. Free. (805) 886-4382
Adult Advanced-Beginner Spanish Classes Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Road. 3–4:30 p.m. $8 per class. AgeWell Senior Program: Men’s Longevity Class Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 5:30–7:15 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
Live Music: Bobby, Fin Dave Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400 Graduation Ceremony: Carpinteria High School Carpinteria High School, 4810 Foothill Road. 6 p.m.
Foreign Film Series: “There’s Still Tomorrow” The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 student/seniors. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Meeting: Carpinteria Woman’s Club Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Road. p.m. Speaker: opera maker, composer, and depth psychotherapist Danielle Birrittella
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Senior Nutrition Program Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. Monday–Friday, 12:15 p.m. No cost for seniors ages 60+. (805) 925-9554, meals@centralcoastseniors.org
Fix-it Fair tackles the fight against waste
PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON
Reuse was the name of the game at the Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building last Saturday. On May 31, city employees welcomed community members and their broken down items for the city of Carpinteria s first ever ix it air, where helpful volunteers gave their time and their knowledge to help fix worn down pieces.
Meredith Bowers brought in her coffee maker.
At right, Anna Akot gets a free key made by locksmith Kyle Tapia.
ilano drian ianetto, at left, sharpens Lynda Fairly’s knives.
Shawn Sanders plays a tune — after a tuning.
From left, city of arpinteria Pro ram ana er orrie t irth, nvironmental Pro ram ana er eLayni Millar, and Vice Mayor Mónica Solórzano.
At right, Shawn Sanders takes a look at a guitar ro ht in y he o n sters’ Ron olor ano.
SCHOOL NOTES
COMPILED BY JUN STARKEY | COURTESY PHOTOS
welco es inco in o cers honors outgoing students
The Carpinteria igh School Future Farmers of America (FFA) program held its annual banquet on Wednesday, May 2 , welcoming the new 2025-2 leadership team and honoring the outgoing 202 -25 o cers.
The heartfelt event brought together students, families, and community members in celebration of another successful year of agricultural education and service, said FFA parent Samantha McVee. The Carpinteria FFA banquet was not just another annual event, but a joyful gathering that showcased the spirit of the chapter and the strong support from the local agricultural community.
The banquet included several activities, such as photo ops, a scrapbook table and cotton candy and churro machines. A taco dinner was also offered, sponsored by Geezy s and the Lopez family.
Many took time to express deep appreciation for FFA Advisor mily Garcia, whose dedication and leadership continue to inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders, McVee said.
School istrict pro i es ree rea ast lunch over summer
The Carpinteria nified School istrict (C S ) will continue to offer free breakfast and lunch at all school sites during the summer, according to Michelle ernandez, the director of Food Services for C S . School sites offering free breakfast and lunch include Aliso lementary School, Canalino lementary and Carpinteria Family School, Summerland lementary School, Carpinteria Middle School and Carpinteria igh School.
CUSD students take on Math Super Bowl
Teams composed of fourth, fifth and sixth graders from Carpinteria nified School istrict (C S ) competed in the 0th annual Math Super Bowl on Wednesday, May 2 , with several groups placing across different categories.
C S students went against schools from throughout the county. They were all given four problem-solving and reasoning tests, as well as individual and team tests, according to Summerland lementary School teacher Anya Simonovich.
Carpinteria Middle School student Issac Cumes earned first place in the individual test, with a near-perfect score of /50. Four fourth graders from Summerland lementary School — upiter Moore, Franco Lombardi, Adaline Yonker and Kolbe eTar — also earned first place in the tower building ST M challenge, creating a tower that reached inches.
Four fifth grade students, also from Summerland — Camden Ma, Kermit Seefeld, unter Willhite and Roy Campuzano Aviles — placed third in the tower-building challenge, with a tower measuring 52 inches.
They were given only three pieces of paper, a paper clip, a yard of tape, and scissors to construct the tallest paper tower, Simonovich told Coastal View News
CHS celebrates seniors with scholarships, grants
COURTESY PHOTOS
More than 500,000 in scholarships and grants were given out to outstanding Carpinteria igh School seniors on Thursday, May 2 , at the school s Senior Awards Ceremony.
Key scholarships included the Mission Scholars Bridge the Gap Scholarship, the Robert Boughton r. Memorial Scholarship, and the andelsman-Kaufman Transfer Scholarships. Locals Lynda Fairly and Richard Finkley also awarded two 0,000 transfer scholarships to Natalie
Gonzalez and Averi Alexander, who are both committed to attending Santa Barbara City College.
In a press release sent out on Tuesday, Carpinteria ducation Foundation (C F) xecutive irector Pam Werner said the ceremony is a powerful testament to the unwavering support of the Carpinteria community.
Through their generous contributions, community members consistently demonstrate their dedication to fostering the academic endeavors and future success of Carpinteria s youth, Werner said.
Students from Summerland Elementary School competed alongside other CUSD students in the 40th annual Math Super Bowl.
The Carpinteria High School Future Farmers of America Club held its annual banquet on May 28.
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ro le t an els an Kau an rans er Scholarship recipients acqueline Santana a irez ector ernal Sawyer Kelly an Micah Gonzales.
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ro le t yn a airly atalie onzalez Ma ison ane eri le an er and Richard Finkley. Lane received a scholarship from the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria rts Center an onzalez an le an er recei e transfer scholarships from Fairly and Finkley.
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CONGRATULATIONS, CARPINTERIA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2025!
GRaD I ue 2024
Your graduation from Carpinteria High School marks a major milestone. Your journey — a journey that for many of you began in the halls of Aliso, Canalino, Family School, or Summerland elementary schools — culminates in walking across the stage to receive your high school diploma. But as you celebrate this achievement, remember that on June 12, a new and exciting chapter unfolds.
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Friday, June 7, 2024 | 6 p.m. Carpinteria Valley Memorial Stadium
Your four years at Carpinteria High School have been a period of profound growth and transformation. You’ve cultivated enduring friendships, overcome obstacles that have strengthened your resolve, and uncovered passions that will illuminate your future path. These invaluable experiences and cherished memories are not merely echoes of the past; they are the compass that will guide you on the remarkable journey ahead.
GERARDO CORNEJO PRINCIPAL
National Anthem
CHS Warrior Band
Principal Gerardo Cornejo
Your forthcoming endeavors will undoubtedly present their own unique set of challenges and triumphs, moments of profound joy, and countless opportunities for personal growth. Embrace each of them fully. Step forward with courage, curiosity, and an unwavering belief in your potential. As a CHS Warrior, you are exceptionally prepared to confront the future with unwavering determination and conviction.
Congratulations! Graduation marks the culmination of years of dedication, late nights and triumphs, big and small. You should all be proud of yourselves.
High school graduation isn’t an ending, it’s an exciting new beginning. The world is before you, a vast basket full of opportunities. Embrace the unknown ollow those passions that set your soul on fire, whether it’s diving into a dream career, embarking on a life-changing journey or making a positive impact on the world. Always thank those who help you along the way, remember they are part of your success. We all have someone to thank for what we accomplish, let that person know how much they mean to you.
Recognitionof Gold Cord Kelly Pierce
/Sealbearers
Presentation of Graduates Alfredo Martinez, Counselor
As you embark from Carpinteria High School, carry with you the resilience, the robust sense of community, and the steadfast support from your teachers, friends, family, and the wider community that have served as your bedrock. Class of 2025, go forth and make your indelible mark on the world. Congratulations, and may your future be filled with success and happiness Always remember... Warrior Spirit Never ies
CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025 — YOU DID IT!
We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. June 11 marks a momentous milestone — the culmination of years of dedication, hard work, and growth. Through countless assignments, projects, exams, and extracurriculars, you’ve not only mastered academic content but also shined as athletes, artists, musicians, debaters, and performers. Whether on the field, in the classroom, or on stage in band, orchestra, mock trial, or Muses productions, you’ve left your mark on CHS. You’ve also given back through meaningful community service and embraced every opportunity to grow as individuals and as citizens.
Class of 0 4, the future is yours to shape. o with confidence, compassion, appreciation and a thirst for knowledge. Remember, the world needs you. Make a positive mark, chase your dreams, and never stop learning, growing and inspiring. We can’t wait to see what incredible things you will accomplish, and why do we know this? It’s simple.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 6 p.m.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 6:00 p.m.
Julie Bravo, Counselor
Carpinteria Valley Memorial Stadium
Marlo Stoops, Counselor
National Anthem CHS Warrior Band
Presentation of Diplomas School Board Members
Carpinteria Valley Memorial Stadium
Closing Comments Gerardo Cornejo, Principal
Salutatorians
Valedictorian
Principal Gerardo Cornejo
Jackson Wade Melton
Superintendent Diana F. Rigby
Lizbeth Alpizar Farfan
Recognition of Gold Cord
Recipients and Sealbearers Kelly Pierce
CHS Alma Mater
Salutatorian Anna Morrison Aiden Alcaraz
Valedictorian Keyla Martinez Richard Ramirez
Along this journey, you’ve built lifelong friendships, discovered your passions, and leaned on the unwavering support of family, teachers, and friends. Be proud — not only of your accomplishments, but of the thoughtful, capable, and compassionate young adults you’ve become.
You are a Carpinteria High School graduate… where Warrior Spirit Never Dies.
Your future is full of promise. Keep your curiosity alive, lead with kindness, and never underestimate your power to make a difference. We believe in you — and we can’t wait to see all the incredible things you will do. Congratulations, class of 2025 — may your next chapter be filled with joy, purpose, and success
We love you alma mater, we will sing your praises o’er the land. We will always uphold the standards, for which your colors stand. Inspiring us ever onward, we will bring you victory, oh the Warriors of Carpinteria, we will be eternally.
Presentation of Graduates Julie Bravo, Counselor Alfredo Martinez, Counselor
Presentation of Diplomas School Board Members
Unified School
District superintendent
Closing Comments Gerardo Cornejo
Carpinteria Wa iors
Mariano Arenas Quintero
Quintero
Diana Rigby
Carpinteria
Diego Alcala Cerecero
Lizbeth Alpizar Farfan
Valeria Alcala Lira
Mia Alvarado
Kevin Alpizar
David Alvarez
Jonathan Bailon Ortiz
Anissa Avila
Victoria Baker
David Badillo-Mateo
Dominic Castillo
Vanessa Cardona-Sanchez
Yaqueline Ceja
Alyssa Carreno
Wes Chung
Mateo Barton Grimley
Jonathan Cabrera Romero Amarisse Camargo
Camryn Bernstein Cesar Campuzano
Reyes CinturaVictor Rios Lopez
Rodriguez Lela Roberts
Yulia Polunets
Brianna Ramirez Flores
Oscar Ramirez Nunez
Joaquin Ramirez
Miguel Ramirez VencesJazmin Ramos Lucero Ramirez Orozco
Andres Quezada ZavalaJuan Quintero Gonzalez
Frida Pulido
Nathan Sanchez Mancilla
Miguel Sandoval Ledezma
Cody Schwasnick
Dillan Scott Luke Schofield
Kiara Santana
Class of 2025
Thank You
Donors & Sponsors
Thank you to all of our donors and sponsors who contributed to making the 2025 Carpinteria High School After Prom Party such a success!
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Mayra Martinez
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Oscar Aviles
Rebecca Naranjo & Mark Gonzales
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Selena Kelley
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Alley Pets
Bikini Factory
Carp Kitchen
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DeColores Photography
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Metropolitan Theaters
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BishopDiegograduatesare readyforcollege and readyforlife. Howpreparedisyourchild?
You did it, and we are so proud of you! May you continue to work hard in a you do.
Love Mom, Dad, Mari, Jacob, & Nay
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Jacob Otsu
WHATʼS NEXT: Going to Ventura College to study construction technology and play water polo
FAVORITE HS MEMORY: Getting second in the Thousand Oaks Fall Classic water polo tournament
LOOKING FORWARD TO: Learning to be an electrician and playing water polo
Ahead of Carpinteria High Schoolʼs (CHS) June graduation, Coastal View News photographer Robin Karlsson spoke to members of the class of 2025 about their goals, what theyʼll miss about CHS, and whatʼs next. Pick up a copy of Coastal View News each week to read about more members of the class of 2025 before they graduate on June 11.
WHATʼS NEXT: Studying radiology at SBCC
FAVORITE HS MEMORY: Cheering at football games
LOOKING FORWARD TO: Starting a new life
Lucas man
Bea Casbarro
WHATʼS NEXT: Going to Oregon State University to study animal science
FAVORITE HS MEMORY: Going to the national FFA convention and exploring Indianapolis
LOOKING FORWARD TO: Learning more about the agriculture industry and working with livestock
WHATʼS NEXT: Learning new skills and gaining experience in a world outside school
FAVORITE HS MEMORY: School dances and sports matches
LOOKING FORWARD TO: Being done with school and having more time with family and friends Nevaeh Heez
WHATʼS NEXT: Attending Oklahoma State to major in animal science
FAVORITE HS MEMORY: Traveling with FFA and raising my goat and even winning
LOOKING FORWARD TO: Meeting new people and living out of state
WARRIOR SPIRIT NEVER DIES
PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON
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CVN smells the tulips in British Columbia
ditor s note ey readers, would your house be a ood fit for Throwbac Thursday f you have an old photo of your home that we can share, please contact ea at lea coastalview. com or . e re happy to ta e a contemporary photo raph of your house to pair with the slice of history you have.
Carpinterian anet Steen recently cruised up to Alaska. The cruise included a stop in Victoria, British Columbia, near The Butchart Gardens, where she took a photo with her copy of Coastal View News. It was tulip time and although I had been warned how beautiful Butchart Gardens is, it was still an overload of color and fragrance, Steen said. ne day is not enough; I will be back With a copy of the Coastal View News, of course.
Editor’s note: Longtime Carpinterian Lou Panizzon recently discovered a copy of a 1940 Directory of Carpinteria Valley and Summerland online and forwarded it to Coastal View News. Published by the Carpinteria Herald, Coastal View News’ predecessor, the 30-page book includes addresses—no phone numbers—for every family listed. Also included is a “Historical sketch” about Carpinteria Valley that will be reprinted here in sections over the ne t few wee s. The first two installments, published in the July 13 and CVN, can be found at coastalview.com.
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for the lovely tree-lined road named in its honor, but its contribution to Carpinteria traces to the town’s earliest days. The Ogans’ arrival stretches back to 1869, when James
led their ox teams into the valley. James
Carpinteria was laid out as a townsite in 1887, what is now known as Old Town having carried the name given by the Spanish soldiers up to that time. The town, always dependent on the prosperity and demands of the ranchers, grew in population gradually up to a few years ago, when the rapid development in the lemon industry has made possible a fair-sized village. Although it has the population necessary, the residents have never taken a step towards incorporation, but have established the necessary special districts by which are furnished all the conveniences of cities.
Lemon Industry
son James Washington Ogan built a house near today’s Carpinteria Community Church in 1878. His wife, Ada, delivered all six of her children in the house. Later in James W.’s life, the building was removed from its foundation and relocated near Linden Avenue. A few years after that, it was moved again, about 150 feet, to its current location, just steps away from Ogan Road (which did not exist at the time). And that’s where the house still stands today.
At the present time, the two main industries are lemon and avocado culture with the former far in advance in point of importance. While the avocado is grown very successfully here, the output is small compared with the lemon industry and in point of labor involved there is no comparison.
The lemon industry has grown from a few carloads in 1910 to between fifteen hundred and two thousand carloads per year at the present time. The two large packing houses handle about two-thirds of the product of the valley and furnish practically all of the labor offered. Each packing house has a large picking crew with the necessary implements and vehicles, while in each house there are about one hundred packers, washers and warehousemen. Only a comparatively few acres were devoted to lemon culture thirty years ago, while at the present time practically all of the tillable land of the valley has been set to lemons. Thirty years ago, the same could advisedly be said of walnut trees, but all those trees have been taken out and the land planted to lemons.
CVN takes the train to Ventura
To learn more about Carpinteria’s unique and interesting past, visit the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 956 Maple Ave.
Coastal View News staff photographer Robin Karlsson went on a Memorial ay train ride from Carpinteria to Ventura with her grandchildren Sven and oe Brock, and the three of them snapped a photo together in downtown Ventura. It s our favorite getaway with gram thing to do, Karlsson said.
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To learn more about Carpinteria’s unique and interesting past, visit the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 956 Maple Ave.
The Co an er’s Recap was not available at press time on Wednesday, June 4
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Six tips for eating smart during travel
WELLNESS WARRIOR
LEAH HARDING
We all know that means summer break is around the corner, full of vacations, road trips and airport chaos. It also means disrupted routines, unpredictable meals, and plenty of excuses to eat like garbage if you’re not ready.
A friend of mine recently learned this the hard way. She was stuck in an airport for several hours with nothing packed and only overpriced, sad food options. As I’ve said many times before, what you eat matters, regardless of whether you’re on a plane or driving cross-country.
Below, I have six tips that will help you stay fueled and sharp without resorting to junk (or at least as much junk).
Tip 1: always bring snacks
I’ll say it again: Always bring snacks. Always. Toss high-protein, no-mess options like jerky, protein bars or dried fruit into your bag. They’ll survive TSA or a long car ride, and it’s better to have snacks and use them than to want them, but you re unable to find good options or ones that won’t break the bank. Don’t forget the return trip! Protein powder in single packets or Ziplocs are a-OK. TSA has a whole webpage dedicated to it. Consult TSA.gov for any updates before traveling, but it’s generally allowed, whether it’s been opened or is sealed.
Tip 2: know what’s around
Do a little scouting before you leave. Use apps or airport websites to find their online terminal map and look for restaurants/kiosks with fresh options like salads or healthier snack shops. Most airport restaurants will list their offerings on their site if you know where to look. On the road? Plan stops near grocery stores or restaurants that offer real meals, not just fast food or fried items.
Tip 3: prioritize protein and veggies when you can
When you grab a meal, make it count. Choose protein and fiber grilled chicken, eggs, turkey, veggies and a decent carb
like brown rice or even instant oatmeal cups as a snack, which many coffee shops now offer. If you can find veggies, grab them! That is generally the hardest food group to find when traveling. ven if you aren’t hungry for a veggie right then, grab what you can for later. Fiber helps keep you fuller longer and staves off cravings. Balancing protein and fiber will also help steady your energy. Try a grilled chicken salad at an airport or a turkey sandwich with veggies at a roadside cafe.
Tip 4: skip the empty calories
Travel food is expensive, so make it count. As I just mentioned, look for meals that fill you up, like grain bowls, lentil soup and eggs with veggies. Skip the fries and chips that will cost double the normal price and leave you hungry in an hour. If you find a decent meal that s 25 when it would otherwise cost 5, it s probably still going to be the better option since you won t have to find more snacks later on when the hunger comes back.
I recently had a chicken quinoa salad at the Las Vegas airport for dinner that would rival anything I can get in Carpinteria in regards to avor and price. I just had to walk to a few restaurants and look at their menus before I decided where to eat.
Tip 5: don’t let dehydration fool you
Thirst can sometimes feel like hunger and can also dry out your eyes and skin, especially if you have the A/C blasting or were in a pressurized cabin for a long time, where humidity is lower than normal. Bring a water bottle. Refill it. se it. Skip sodas, energy drinks, sugary coffee and alcohol — they’ll just make you crash. Stick with water or plain tea.
Tip 6: plan for delays
Flights get grounded or delayed. Tra c jams happen. on t be the person stuck raiding a vending machine. Pack extra snacks. Be ready for “just in case.” I learned this lesson the hard way when ying from Portland to Santa Barbara many years ago. The layover was one of those satellite terminals that you had to take a bus to. I assumed I’d grab a bite
Eating well on the go doesn’t need to be complicated. Just be prepared. Start with a bit of planning and a few snacks — some for the trip to your location, some saved for the trip home. You’ll dodge the overpriced, underwhelming food traps and feel good about your choices and decisions.
once I got settled near my ight. The terminal was jam-packed with no seats, and the only food option was one lonely, half-empty vending machine. ating well on the go doesn t need to be complicated. Just be prepared. Start with a bit of planning and a few snacks — some for the trip to your location, some saved for the trip home. You’ll dodge the overpriced, underwhelming food traps and feel good about your choices and decisions.
Pro tip: If you have a child (or children), double the amount of snacks you bring. They may say they aren’t hungry now, but they will be. They always are. Got a specific trip coming up or questions about what to pack mail me, I m happy to help.
Leah Harding is a nutrition coach and personal trainer dedicated to helping clients understand how food fuels their lives and supports their wellness goals. With a focus on data-driven, personalized nutrition strategies, Leah empowers her clients to make informed choices that enhance their health and well-being. She previously owned CrossFit Carpinteria/Foxwing Fitness until 2018. For inquiries or suggestions for future wellness articles, contact Leah at leah@foxwingfitness.com.
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Tek trends for today and tomorrow: the digital revolution in full swing
MICHAEL AVERY
Technology (Tek) has reshaped the modern world at an astonishing pace. From artificial intelligence to biotechnology, the innovations of today set the stage for the transformative advancements of tomorrow. In this article, we’ll explore the current technological landscape and what the future holds.
The 21st century has witnessed unparalleled technological breakthroughs across multiple domains. Here are the domains I have been following and researching at a high level.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning Systems now power everything from smart assistants to medical diagnostics. Machine-learning algorithms enable automation, personalized recommendations and predictive analytics across industries.
The Internet of Things (IoT): Connected devices have permeated homes, workplaces and cities. Smart appliances, wearable technology and industrial sensors enhance convenience and e ciency.
Cloud computing, edge computing, cloud storage and Big Data allow businesses and individuals to access vast amounts of data remotely. Edge computing, meanwhile, brings processing power closer to the source, reducing latency in real-time applications.
Blockchain and cryptocurrencies: ecentralized finance ( eFi) platforms and secure transaction mechanisms have revolutionized economic systems. Blockchain offers enhanced security and transparency for industries beyond finance, such as healthcare and logistics. Biotechnology and healthcare innovations: Gene editing, personalized medicine, and AI-driven medical imaging have advanced treatments and diagnostics, improving patient outcomes globally.
Though still in its early stages, quantum computing promises to solve problems far beyond the capabilities of classical computers, potentially revolutionizing fields like cryptography and drug discovery.
The next decades will usher in breakthroughs that could redefine society. This is both real and a little scary. Here are just a few of the most compelling Tek initiatives.
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI): AI today is specialized, but AGI will exhibit human-like reasoning across diverse tasks, potentially transforming labor markets and creativity. Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) refers to a type of AI that can perform any intellectual task a human can do. Unlike current AI systems, which are specialized for specific tasks (like playing chess or recommending movies), AGI would have general reasoning abilities, adaptability, and the capacity to learn any skill or subject — much like a human.
AGI is still theoretical and doesn’t exist yet, but it s a major goal in AI research. Some scientists believe we could see AGI within decades, while others think it’s much further off or even impossible. If it ever becomes a reality, it could have a massive impact on society, raising questions about ethics, control and the future of work.
Advanced robotics and automation: Autonomous vehicles are becoming commonplace place and autonomous robots will become increasingly prevalent in healthcare, manufacturing, and personal assistance. From surgical robots to humanoid helpers, the boundaries between human and machine interaction will blur.
Autonomous robots are revolutionizing industries by integrating advanced robotics and automation. Companies like Maple Advanced Robotics Inc. are pioneering adaptable robotic systems that reduce programming time and streamline workflows. Their Autonomous Adaptable Robot System (AARS) uses 3D vision AI-driven path generation, enabling rapid, no-code programming for complex tasks.
Meanwhile, AI-powered robots are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Innovations from companies like Tesla, Boston ynamics, and anson Robotics are pushing the boundaries of autonomy, with robots capable of walking, talking, and interacting with humans. The global AI robotics market is projected to grow from 2 billion in 2022 to . billion by 20 2.
Automation is transforming industries beyond manufacturing, impacting healthcare, customer service, and even space exploration. As robots gain intelligence
he ne t eca es will usher in rea throu hs that coul re e ne society his is oth real an a little scary
and adaptability, they are reshaping the future of work and human-machine collaboration
Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs): irect communication between the human brain and computers could enhance accessibility, learning and even digital immortality, allowing thoughts to be recorded and processed.
Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) are fascinating technologies that create a direct communication link between the brain and external devices. They work by capturing and analyzing brain signals, then translating them into commands that can control computers, robotic limbs, or other hardware.
BCIs can be non-invasive, using G sensors placed on the scalp, partially invasive, withelectrodes placed on the brain s surface, or fully invasive, where microelectrode arrays are implanted directly into brain tissue. These technologies have applications in healthcare, allowing individuals with paralysis to control devices with their thoughts, and even in consumer electronics, where companies are exploring brain-controlled interfaces for everyday use.
One of the most well-known examples is Neuralink, which successfully implanted a chip into a quadriplegic patient’s brain in 202 , enabling him to control a computer using only his thoughts. The field is rapidly evolving, with researchers and companies working to improve signal clarity, usability, and accessibility.
In addition to all that I have just shared there are many others worthy of acknowledgement and here are a few that have bubbled to the surface that warrant a mention.
The expansion of space technology: Interplanetary colonization, asteroid mining, and advanced propulsion systems could make deep space exploration a reality, altering humanity’s destiny.
Next-generation energy solutions: Fusion Energy, advanced solar technolo-
gies, and sustainable battery innovations promise to redefine energy consumption, reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Hyper-personalized healthcare: Precision medicine, regenerative therapies, and bioengineering will enable treatments tailored to an individual’s genetic makeup, maximizing effectiveness.
The rise of the metaverse and extended reality (XR): Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) will evolve into fully immersive digital experiences, revolutionizing education, entertainment, and remote collaboration.
The Tek revolution shows no signs of slowing down. With every innovation, society inches closer to new possibilities — some thrilling, others requiring ethical considerations. As we embrace technology s exponential growth, responsible development will ensure that tomorrow’s advancements serve humanity s best interests.
Thank you for taking time to read my column and if you have a question about technology or would like to suggest a topic for a future column, please reach out to me at michael@michaeltalkstek.com or just give me a call at ( 05) - . I love talking Tek.
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Carpinteria
CLUB SCENE
Noon Rotary welcomes two new members
The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon recently welcomed two new members: LeighAnne Anderson and Jeanette Gant.
The new members were o cially inducted into the club by former Rotary district governor Wade Nomura.
ur club continues to grow and we are so very excited about that, club Membership Director Paul Wright said in a press release. Learn more online at carpinteriarotary.org.
Morning Rotary hears from CHS coach, stroke survivor
At the recent Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning meeting, stroke survivor Chris Schneider spoke to club members about the stroke he suffered in 20 , and his eventual recovery. His wife, Suzie Schneider, owner of Dirt Botanicals and PacWest Blooms, also spoke about her experience following the stroke.
Chris, a football coach at Carpinteria igh School, suffered a severe stroke on March 2 , 20 . e spent the following 5 days in the hospital and a rehabilitation center. The community would later rally behind Chris, with some organizing a benefit concert at The Alcazar Theatre.
“Getting Chris to the hospital in the first few hours after the stroke made a huge difference to his recovery, Suzie told club members.
To learn about signs of a stroke and what to do if one occurs, visit the National Stroke Association website at stroke.org.
From left, Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon members Winddance Twine, Paul Wright, Leigh-Ann Anderson, Jeanette Gant, Michael Ramirez and Wade Nomura.
From left, stroke survivor Chris Schneider and his wife Suzie Schneider speak to members of the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning.
THROWBACK
Historical sketch
Weekly Crossword
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Editor’s note: In 2017, longtime Carpinterian Lou Panizzon discovered a copy of a 1940 directory of Carpinteria Valley and Summerland online and forwarded it to Coastal View News. Published by the Carpinteria Herald, Coastal View News’ predecessor, the 30-page book includes addresses—no phone numbers—for every family listed. Also included is a “Historical sketch” of Carpinteria Valley that is reprinted below.
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While the present town of Carpinteria was not laid out until a little over one hundred years later, the original town from which the name was obtained was so named one hundred and seventy-one years ago.
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While many stories have been related as to how Carpinteria received its name, the most authentic, perhaps, is that related by Father Englehardt, historian of the Old Missions, in his book entitled, “California Missions and Missionaries.” Father Englehardt passed away a few years ago.
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Carpinteria is mentioned in Volume two of “California Missions and Missionaries” in connection with Fr. Crespi’s journey from San Diego in search of Monterey and on which he started in July, 1769, in company with another priest, and Sergeant Ortega and Portola in command of a company of Spanish soldiers.
The party reached San Buenaventura on Aug. 16 and on the following day started up the coast. From “California Missions and Missionaries” the following account is taken:
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“Proceeding along the coast, and after naming two Rancherias respectively Santa Cunigindis and Santa Clara de Montefalco, the expedition on the 17th, arrived at a village of thirty-eight huts. The savages here possessed a large number of canoes, and, as they were just building another the soldiers called the place, Carpinteria. Fr. Crespi baptized it San Roque for the saint of the 16th. It was only a league from the Santa Clara de Montefalco.”
A league is about three miles distant, so that the Rancheria which Fr. Crespi named just before reaching Carpinteria must be what is now known as Rincon Rancho. It is supposed that the village lay east of Carpinteria creek.
The account then tells of the expedition to Santa Barbara the following day and on up the coast in search of Monterey which was passed unseen to be followed by the discovery of the Bay of San Francisco. It was almost one hundred years after the arrival of Father Crespi that Americans began to taking up the rich land of the valley. In fact, it was just 91 years afterwards that the first of the group, the Nivers and the Callises, headed by John Nidever and Thomas Callis arrived from Texas and purchased land here. owever, perhaps, the first American landowner in the valley was Russell Heath who became the owner of 200 acres. He was then living in Santa Barbara. He purchased the two hundred acres in 1858 which is still owned by his heirs.
Margie E. Burke
by Margie E. Burke
THROWBACK THURSDAY
Editor’s note: Longtime Carpinterian Lou Panizzon recently discovered a copy of a 1940 Directory of Carpinteria Valley and Summerland online and forwarded it to Coastal View News. Published by the Carpinteria Herald, Coastal View News’ predecessor, the 30-page book includes addresses—no phone numbers—for every family listed. Also included is a “Historical sketch” about Carpinteria Valley that will be reprinted here in sections over the next few weeks.
An excerpt from the 1940 directory of the Carpinteria Valley and Summerland.
Historical sketch
Editor’s note: Longtime Carpinterian Lou Panizzon recently discovered a copy of a 1940 Directory of Carpinteria Valley and Summerland online and forwarded it to Coastal View News. Published by the Carpinteria Herald, Coastal View News’ predecessor, the 30-page book includes addresses—no phone numbers—for every family listed. Also included is a “Historical sketch” of Carpinteria Valley that will be reprinted here in sections over the next few weeks. The first portion, published in the July 13 CVN, can be found at
The first rush to California, of course, came in 1849 when gold was discovered and it was not until that fever had subsided that attention was drawn to other fertile sections of the state. It was following the Civil War that immigrants from all sections of the east began to pour into Southern California. During a few years of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, a large portion of the valley was taken over by these immigrants.
In 1860, which was at the beginning of the Civil War, John Nidever and Thomas Callis and their families arrived from Texas. There was a lull in arrivals then until the close of that war after which there were a number who found their way here.
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One August 17, 1940 this town has been designated as Carpinteria for one hundred and seventy-one years.
the woodpeckers took away all of the profits and the product was abandoned.
The climate was suitable for the raising of olives, so that soon, where there had been giant live oaks, there were olive trees. The di culty encountered in marketing the product made it unprofitable.
While the present town of Carpinteria was not laid out until a little over one hundred years later, the original town from which the name was obtained was so named one hundred and seventy-one years ago.
1940 Directory of Carpinteria Valley and Summerland: Historical Sketch
CARPINTERIA VALLEY MUSEUM OF HISTORY
The McLean family lived at the T of Maple and Carpinteria avenues throughout the first half of the 20
Chaplin’s chapel
In 1868, Andrew Bailard and his family arrived and purchased four hundred acres, establishing a home in the eastern part of the valley. All of that land is now owned by his heirs. John Pyster and his family arrived the same year and purchased a tract of land adjoining.
While many stories have been related as to how Carpinteria received its name, the most authentic, perhaps, is that related by Father Englehardt, historian of the Old Missions, in his book entitled, “California Missions and Missionaries.” Father Englehardt passed away a few years ago.
McLeans precede eateries
Mr. McAllister brought to the valley some beans which he had purchased in Lima en route from New York here by the way of the Straits. He gave a sack of them to Henry Lewis who planted them and started the bean industry in the valley, the name being taken from the city in which they first were purchased. Henry Fish followed up by propagation and secured the Fordhook by crossing the Burpee bush with the Dreer bush.
Various products have been experimented with, each constituting an agricultural phase of the valley. It has seen that the almond could be grown here, but the ranchers became discouraged when the woodpeckers took away all of the profits and the product was abandoned.
ong before it became the quilters’ paradise it is today, the inconspicuous house at 919 Maple Ave. surprisingly served as a celebrity wedding venue. n June 16, 1943, Charlie Chaplin, 54, quietly married Oona O’N eill, 18, under the roof of what’s now Roxanne s A Wish and A ream. Chaplin s fourth and final wedding at the home of Justice of the Peace Clinton Moore landed sleepy Carpinteria in the national spotlight.
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In 1870 saw the arrival of four other families, Thomas Cravens’, John Walker’s, Henry Fish’s and John McAllister’s. Tracts of land were purchased and homes were established.
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In 1871, the O. N. Cadwell and Henry Lewis families arrived and took up their abode here. The Franklin brothers, C. Bernard, Gideon E. and Mashack arrived in 1876, to be followed by the Shepard boys, Simeon, John Henry and James and Orlando, who had arrived a few years before and had lived in Montecito and Santa Barbara. P.C. Higgins and family arrived the following year.
Carpinteria is mentioned in Volume two of “California Missions and Missionaries” in connection with Fr. Crespi’s journey from San Diego in search of Monterey and on which he started in July, 1769, in company with another priest, and Sergeant Ortega and Portola in command of a company of Spanish soldiers.
The climate was suitable for the raising of olives, so that soon, where there had been giant live oaks, there were olive trees. The difficulty encountered in marketing the product made it unprofitable.
Though 5096 Carpinteria Ave. lives in most people’s memories as a series of restaurants, the building began as the home of the Mc ean family. Baptist minister Thomas cLean and his wife, llen, bought five acres at the intersection of aple and Carpinteria avenues where they built a home and raised their five children. In 1966, Carpinteria brie y moved its city hall into the old cLean house. Later it became the home of Kentucky Fried Chicken, Chuy’s, Cabo’s Baja Grill and Cantina, Cielo and now The Nugget.
The cultivation of walnuts was started a short time afterwards and thirty years ago, the valley was a great forest of walnut trees. At that time a few of the ranchers, of whom were James K. Catlin, the late Joel Remington Fithian, John Henry and Simeon Shepard, were the pioneers who planted lemon trees. The
Mr. McAllister brought to the valley some beans which he had purchased in Lima en route from New York here by the way of the Straits. He gave a sack of them to Henry Lewis who planted them and started the bean industry in the valley, the name being taken from the city in which they first were purchased. Henry ish followed up by propagation and secured the ordhook by crossing the urpee bush with the Dreer bush.
The party reached San Buenaventura on August 16 and on the following day started up the coast. From “California Missions and Missionaries” the following account is taken:
yet undertaken.
“Proceeding along the coast, and after naming two Rancherias respectively Santa Cunigindis and Santa Clara de Montefalco, the expedition on the 17th, arrived at a village of thirty-eight huts. The savages here possessed a large number of canoes, and, as they were just building another the soldiers called the place, Carpinteria. Fr. Crespi baptized it San Roque for the saint of the 16th. It was only a league from the Santa Clara de Montefalco.”
This was an American colony established which has grown into one of the richest sections of the state. The valley at that time was covered with a dense forest of live oaks which had to be grubbed out to make way for cultivation.
Various products have been experimented with, each constituting an agricultural phase of the valley. It has seen that the almond could be grown here, but the ranchers became discouraged when
The cultivation of walnuts was started a short time afterwards and thirty years ago, the valley was a great forest of walnut trees. At that time a few of the ranchers, of whom were James . Catlin, the late Joel Remington ithian, John Henry and Simeon Shepard, were the pioneers who planted lemon trees. The lemon industry is the greatest and the most prosperous one the ranchers have yet undertaken.
A league is about three miles distant, so that the Rancheria which Fr. Crespi named just before reaching Carpinteria must be what is now known as Rincon Rancho. It is supposed that the village lay east of Carpinteria creek.
The account then tells of the expedition to Santa Barbara the following day and on up the coast in search of Monterey which was passed unseen to be followed by the discovery of the Bay of San Francisco.
To learn more about Carpinteria’s unique and interesting past, visit the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 956 Maple Ave.
It was almost one hundred years after the arrival of Father Crespi that Americans began to taking up the rich land of the valley. In fact, it was just ninety-one years afterwards that the first of the group, the Nivers and the Callises, headed by John Nidever and Thomas Callis arrived from Texas and purchased land here.
However, perhaps, the first American landowner in the valley was Russell Heath who became the owner of 200 acres. He was then living in Santa Barbara. He purchased the two hundred acres in 1858 which is still owned by his heirs.
To learn more about Carpinteria’s
The first rush to California, of course, came in 1849 when gold was discovered and it was not until that fever had subsided that attention was drawn to other fertile sections of the state.
It was following the Civil War that immigrants from all sections of the east began to pour into Southern California. During a few years of the late 60’s and early 70’s, a large portion of the valley was taken over by these immigrants.
To learn more about Carpinteria’s unique and interesting past, visit the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 956 Maple Ave.
In 1860, which was at the beginning of the Civil War, John Nidever and Thomas Callis and their families arrived from Texas. There was a lull in arrivals then until the close of that war after which there were a number who found their way here.
In 1868, Andrew Bailard and his family arrived and purchased four hundred acres, establishing a home in the eastern part of the valley. All of that land is now owned by his heirs. John Pyster and his family arrived the same year and purchased a tract of land adjoining.
In 1870 saw the arrival of four other families, Thomas Cravens’, John Walker’s, Henry Fish’s and John McAllister’s. Tracts of land were purchased and homes were established.
Coastal View News • Carpinteria, California
lemon industry is the greatest and the most prosperous one the ranchers have
Palate to Palette fundraiser draws largest crowd yet
BY ROBIN KARLSSON
The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Art Center’s June 1 Palate to Palette fundraiser which brought together the time and talent of local artists, restaurateurs and wineries was a “magical event,” the art center’s Executive Director Kristina Calkins said.
Although the center is still calculating how much money was raised, Calkins told Coastal View News on Wednesday that the fundraiser is the center’s most successful event yet. The proceeds help fund financial aid scholarships for the center s workshops.
“We are extremely grateful for the outpouring of support from the community, so many local restaurants, artists, wineries and supporters donated, and we had the most attendance ever,” Calkins added. “(Palate to Palette demonstrates) that we have a vibrant community supporting the arts and helping to make our events free for everyone, including being able to grant 100 of financial aid requests for our workshops!”
PHOTOS
Whitney Noll, owner of Pacific Health Foods, showcases her organic veggie spring rolls.
From left, Barnaby Draper and Pat Carroll serve sourdough pizza from Santa Barbara Hives.
MAYRA MARTINEZ PHOTO
Representing The Palms was Chef Daniel Kim.
From left, Brad Clifford and Milla Hirsch serve Rori’s ice cream.
Trace Garcia, right, received a scholarship funded by Amanda McIntyre.
From left, Zoe Iverson, Livia Zirkel and Kathleen Lord accept flowers for their work on Bellas Artes. The three established Bellas Artes, a program that offers in-depth arts and cultural education, in 2004.
The art center committee responsible for Palate to Palette gathers for a photo.
From left, chocolatier Jean Michel Carré and his wife Jill Marie Carré, the owners of Chocolats du CaliBressan.
Natalie Gonzalez had 50 saves and 10 shutouts her senior year, earning her third straight Citrus Coast League Goalie of the Year award.
Seniors Makenna Tobin and Averi Alexander celebrate a goal during a win earlier this year.
Aiden Alcaraz had an impact on every team he joined, whether it was water polo, basketball or baseball.
Celebrating the student athletes of the class of 2025
BY RYAN P. CRUZ | PHOTOS BY ROSANA SWING
As Carpinteria High School’s class of 2025 prepares to don their red caps and gowns to celebrate the end of their high school careers on June 11, Coastal View News takes a look back at the senior student athletes who embodied the Warrior Spirit during their time on the field, the court or in the pool.
This senior class is packed with athletic talent and student leaders who set an example for their peers both on and off the field.
There were record-setting specialists such as Melanie Avalos —who dominated every track and field meet in the shot put and discus events — and multi-sport starts such as Averi Alexander (soccer/volleyball/track and field), Caden Lemere (water polo/volleyball/softball), Aiden Alcaraz (water polo/basketball/baseball) and Sawyer Kelly (football/basketball/track and field), just to name a few. There were First Team All League athletes in nearly every sport. Carlo Suarez and
Sebastian Reed earned First Team All Citrus Coast League in boys basketball; Brennan Van Wingerden in boys soccer; Charlotte Stoops in girls soccer; Giulia Piccoletti in both water polo and swimming. Senior Keyla Manriquez was one of the league MVPs in girls tennis doubles, and Alexander earned All League spots in both girls volleyball and track and field.
Senior Natalie Gonzalez was a three-time Goalie of the Year in girls soccer, while Lucas Martin made a splash on the boys swimming team and on the tennis court, where he finished as a league champion in doubles and helped his team reach the semifinals of the CIF championships.
These seniors created lifelong memories, and learned lessons they will likely carry with them into their young adulthood. From all of us at Coastal View News: Thank you for the many highlights, class of 2025, and good luck with the next chapter of your lives.
Sebastian Reed was a dominant force as the goalie of the Warriors water polo team and an All League basketball player.
Keyla Manriquez was Carpinteria’s Scholar Athlete of the Year, a league MVP and two-time league champion in girls tennis.
Brennan Van Wingerden earned First Team All League in boys soccer.
Caden Lemere kept busy in her athletic career, playing water polo, volleyball and softball for the Warriors.
Melanie Avalos made her mark in her senior season as a shot put and discus specialist.
Lucas Martin made a splash in water polo and swimming, and he was a league champion in boys tennis.
athan Carrillo consistently raise the ar an quali e or the C inals or the past two seasons
Giulia Piccoletti was a team captain and All League athlete in water polo and swimming.
Sawyer Kelly was the starting quarterback and a contributing member of oth the as et all an trac an el pro ra s
A bear-y good performance at Canalino
On Friday, May 30, Andrea Edmondson, Teresa Till and Melody Aguila’s kindergarten classes at Canalino Elementary School, pictured, charmed their parents and schoolmates with a performance of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.”
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