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Carpinteria Seal Rookery Beach closes Dec. 1
The city of Carpinteria’s Seal Rookery Beach will close Dec. 1 to protect the seal colony during pupping season. It will reopen May 31, 2026. The closure is active 750 feet to the east and west of the rookery, and 1,000 feet out int the cean the cit c nfir ed last wee
City facilities closed Thanksgiving, Black Friday
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Managing Editor Evelyn Spence
Assistant Editor Jun Starkey
Sports Editor Ryan P. Cruz
Photographer Robin Karlsson
Advertising Manager Karina Villarreal
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City schedules outreach meetings for proposed berm, landscape fee districts
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State expands CSU 2027 direct admission program
BY JUN STARKEY
Last week, Carpinteria High School (CHS) Principal Gerardo Cornejo spoke t the ar interia nified ch l istrict ( ard rustees a ut enate ill which e ands the ali rnia tate ni ersit s irect d issi ns Pr ra statewide e innin in all rne said at the eneral ard eetin that at least ther states such as e as ashin t n and nnecticut ha e si ilar r ra s ll these states sh w the act that (students are a le t t a state c l le e thr u h this r cess has increased attendance at their colleges,” Cornejo told ard e ers hese are students that w uld n r all ha e n t th u ht a ut
in thr u h the r cess nder eli i le ali rnia hi h sch l seni rs wh ha e c leted their re uire ents and aintained a P will e ered ad issi n t ar tici atin s nder the law students w uld e n tified their eli i ilit ia the ali rnia lle e uidance Initiati e ( I the r ani ati n that ana es cali rniac lle es edu the state s cial c lle e lannin we site he s artici atin in the r ra include a ers ield hannel Islands hic in ue ills ast a P l u ldt s n eles ntere a rthrid e acra ent an ernardi n tanislaus an arc s resn tate ni ersit an rancisc tate ni er sit and n a tate ni ersit re
c etiti e s such as ali rnia P l technic tate ni ersit in an uis is are n t artici atin in the r ra I will send a letter direct ad is si n t each eli i le student n ehal a n ti in the student that the ha e een ad itted ll win this n tifica ti n a student c uld decide i the want t ll w thr u h and a l at the students w uld still need t a the a licati n ee i h de and ca uses such as al P l as well as hi h de and a rs will re uire t ical a licati ns and will re ain c etiti e rne said tu dents who wish to attend a city college, such as anta ar ara it lle e can enter int the ual d issi n rans er
Pr ra with a t uarantee a s t will e a aila le r the student a ter the c lete their it lle e w r cc rdin t data c llected r student sur e res nses had raduatin students in e ent se en ercent students went n t attend a tw r ur ear c lle e and students declined t res nd In ut raduates students attended a tw r ur ear c lle e and students did n t res nd tate data n c lle e enr ll ent is usuall tw ears ehind rne said e lainin t ard e ers that re accurate in r ati n will e a aila le in the near uture e als said he will i e a presentation on recent test scores at CHS at a uture eetin
School Board accepts two large donations from CEF, La-Centra Summerlin
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tendent iana i stated that ssi l due t the nature the lease lease ac a ree ent and the re uire ent a uar anteed a i u rice ther c ntract rs weren t interested
It didn t sur rise us that there was nl ne (res nse i t ld ard e ers here are a nu er c n tract rs that d n t want the r cess lease lease ac ecause the d n t want the uaranteed a i u rice nce we agree on that price, that’s what it’s in t e he ard unani usl a r ed c illi ra as the c ntract r r the r ect with ard e er nd he a er a sent
––Jun Starkey
In observance of Thanksgiving, employees of E.J. Harrison & Sons are taking the day off on Thursday, Nov. 27. As a result, Carpinteria residential customers will have their trash, recyclables and yard/organics waste collected a day later than normal, on Friday, Nov. 28. The regular Thursday schedule will resume the following week.
We’d also like to remind folks as the holiday season approaches and extra food waste is generated, to keep up the good work recycling your food waste. All food waste should be put into paper or plastic bags, and the bags should be closed tightly and tossed into your yard/organics waste cart.
have a veteran buried at Carpinteria Cemetery to honor him or her with a flag on give us a call or send an email on or before May 28 will place a flag for you. include the person’s full name.
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“Carpinteria’s General Plan protects open space. Real threats to open space — not downtown business district locations — are treated as such among city planners and elected officials
who understand the meaning and value of open space in Carpinteria.”
— Lorraine McIntire
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Arguments that the Surfliner Inn would jeopardize Carpinteria’s open space are unserious. It’s OK to believe Carpinteria would not benefit from a boutique hotel on Linden Avenue. We are all very protective of Carpinteria and have a variety of perspectives.
Carpinteria’s General Plan protects open space. Real threats to open space — not downtown business district locations — are treated as such among city planners and elected officials who understand the meaning and value of open space in Carpinteria. Generations have fought t r tect the lu s and ar interia s urban/rural boundary. Real open space is essential to Carpinteria’s character and protecting it is always the top priority.
he r sed ur iner Inn is d wn town. I believe the downtown parking lots should be full of people patronizing ar interia s usinesses ddin a r uti ue h tel will a e ar in teria more attractive and provide more foot traffic at the times of year when our downtown parking lots, shops and restaurants are empty. If Carpinteria does not tend to its need for a vital downtown, including a modest inn serving visitors and saying, “We’re open for business,” then all d wnt wn is at ris ec ing open space from hemorrhaging local businesses who rely on customers.
Balanced planning should do two things at once: protect open space and provide for opportunities to strategically support downtown business vitality. The ur iner Inn alances the latter art the equation and will be integral to the future success ur c unit he ur iner Inn is smart planning that protects open space.
Lorraine McIntire Carpinteria
Don t o ercro d Carpinteria ith story project
hen this c nce t was first r u ht to my attention, I thought perhaps there was an err r in the in r ati n n rtu nately, such was not the case! Besides the fact that such a project is totally out of character for what the residents of Carpinteria have envisioned over the years, it appears that now “Big Money” has reared its ugly head once more and is determined to turn this into just another place for them to wreak havoc! Besides the fact that it is too large for Carpinteria, I don’t believe you’re l in at either a rda le r l w inc e housing.
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grade school and its attendant infusion of e tra tra c n inden enue r i it t the r unda ut as well as increased traffic on Ogan Road going towards Casitas Pass.
Besides the immediate impact of the e cessi e tra c ear in ind that a r ect of this magnitude will require much water to build, water which we really do not have to spare (regardless of the rainfall, so far), and that if or when this project is completed, the water usage will e a nified
Beyond the water usage, our city streets are in urgent need of repair and I sincerely feel that the city would be better served in preserving the quality of life of those residing here, rather than subjecting our infrastructure to greater damage than what it has experienced so far.
Do you really want Carpinteria to be another “beach city” such as Manhattan each r er sa each where it is wall t wall with e le and n s ace t breathe? We have grown too much as it is, and even though the Van Wingerden parcels are in the County… this is way too many people which would grossly impact the valley.
Alice Vazquez Carpinteria
An ode to the Carpinteria co unity
To the Carpinteria community — thank you for the nearly four years I had the privilege of caring for you at Jackson Medical Group. Being welcomed into your lives as a medical provider was an h n r I d n t ta e li htl and the rela tionships built during that time remain deeply meaningful to me.
Carpinteria has a special place in my life beyond medicine. My wife and I were married on the Carpinteria beach, a place that’s woven into some of our happiest memories and leaving this chapter with “two halos and no pitchforks.” That’s a compliment only Carpinteria could deliver.
Not many clinicians get the chance to serve in a place where patients become re than charts and isits the ec e part of your story. I’ll always carry the e ries this cha ter the c n er sations, the challenges, the moments of trust, and the countless reminders of why s all t wn edicine is s uni ue
As many of you know, I recently stepped into a new chapter by opening American Riviera Wellness, my private practice focused on mental health and medication management for adolescents, adults, and families.
han u r all win e the ri i lege of caring for you and your families.
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Día de los Muertos: celebrating life through shared remembrance
MY WELLNESS NOW
VICKIE GONZALEZ
“La muerte no es lo opuesto a la vida, sino parte de ella.” — Haruki Murakami. Death is not the opposite of life, but a part of it.
I remember, as a child, going with my uelita t the ce eter t rin wers to my grandfather, who died before I was born. We’d tidy his grave, give him fresh wers r her ard n and then each say a little prayer. Then we’d take some to other family members’ graves — those with no flowers or whose headstones needed tending. It all felt so natural to me; I never once thought it strange.
This year, I was blessed to have the opportunity to be in a cemetery in Mexico on a de l s uert s s we entered thr u h the archway, we saw it was beginning to fill u with e le isitin e were ust arriving, bringing bright orange marigolds and sweet pan de Muerto to share; others looked to have been there for a while and had already settled into sharing recuerdos. It was heartwar in t hear the di erent musica being played for the departed loved ones. The smell and sight of food
shared with both the visitors and their difuntos further made my corazón smile and expand.
wn the street the desfile was reparing to start, adding to the festive energy. Before the parade began, we took time to bear witness quietly and respectfully to the unfolding of life being lived before us.
The longer we were there, the more the veil between the living and the departed felt like a sheer curtain; I could feel the presence of many I couldn’t see with my eyes. Though I didn’t personally know anyone there, I felt deeply connected.
I remember one moment when we crossed paths with a woman in the middle of a narrow aisle, carrying what looked like cleaning supplies and a ew ther thin s he s iled ri htl and pointed to the site she was going towards, saying the equivalent of, “this is my stop.” It reminded me of the years I traveled with my Abuelita al panteon para limpiar y arreglar —to the cemetery t clean and tend he di erence here was the added piece of celebration and that I a n t sure I uite underst d as a young child.
“El mexicano no teme a la muerte; la acaricia la este a cta i Pa The Mexican does not fear death; he embraces it and celebrates it.
n a ter rand a died I started creatin altars r a de l s uert s I don’t recall the entire order of events that led me to start building the altars. I do n w that I e an the urne t wards it being more integrated into my life the ear a ter she was ne he died ust efore my 25th birthday, and I really needed something to help me move through my sorrow. Before my Abuelita’s death, I had lost several dear friends. I didn’t know how to process the complexity of all that grief.
The altar I now have in my home is ear r und In ct er I add in ari lds a few Calaveras, and of course, the pan dulce and ther s ecial thin s ince Abuelita died in 2000, I’ve had a painful number of people whom I have lost. Recently, several profound losses occurred consecutively. Because of that, a trip to Mexico during this time felt particularly necessary to let my grief breathe and let in more serenity and groundedness.
While at the cemetery and throughout my time on the boardwalk, I felt relief in the collective permission to feel all the things. No one needs to be private or silent.
“Morir no duele. Lo que duele es no vivir.” — Rosario Castellanos. Dying doesn’t hurt. What hurts is not living. a atrina in Puert Vallarta is the tallest in the world, as I had seen advertised months before our trip. I saw intriguing videos online, and I imagined the one built for 2025 would be similar in terms of visuals. It wasn’t until we stood at the base of the structure and stared up at the nearly 10-story-tall creation of her holding on to the leash of her faithful canine companion that I felt a deep knowing of its impact.
Before my trip, I gathered a few pictures of my familia of difuntos to take with me —the images included family/ friends, young and old, those who died more than half a lifetime ago, and those who have died in the last six months. My heart felt a pang with the anticipatory rie re wh will in these i a es as life moves on.
eein the en r it the atrina amongst the families milling about the Malecon in shared remembrance was very emotional for me. I will share more about where she was located and more of my own heart-centered experiences next month. For now, I will share that these ents hel ed e re ect n a re nuanced understanding. I can recall hearing her whisper to me, as I stood in awe, Vi e i e s I write these w rds tears spring into my eyes as I recall the duality of the ache and sadness, along with the that ca e in the eaut and w nder While at the cemetery and throughout my time on the boardwalk, I felt relief in the collective permission to feel all the things. No one needs to be private or silent. Grief is indeed multifaceted. What I brought back with me from my time in Mexico has further nurtured that truth for me. The importance of both the remembrance of those who have died, as well as a renewal in my commitment to the living, including myself, are thoughts I will bring forth in my future writings with you all.
As always, may this topic inspire curiosity, compassion and conversation. Vi ir en l s c ra nes ue de a s atrás, no es morir.” —Thomas Campbell. To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.
Vickie Gonzalez has been licensed for almost 20 years as an LMFT and currently provides counseling, coaching and consulting services. Her private practice is currently online only. She specializes in private practice, including grief loss, addiction/codependency and anxiety disorders. She works with people around themes of identity and purpose as well, primarily with individuals and couples. Coaching services focus on collaborating with clients on setting and reaching their wellness goals, whether those goals are career, relational nancial or ersonal in nature n a personal note, she has lived in Carpinteria all her life and became a therapist to give back to the community.
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La Catrina in Puerto Vallarta is the tallest in the world.
Rainy November adventures
BY ROBIN KARLSSON
mid-November storm brought 6.80 inches of rain and a few downed trees to Carpinteria between Nov. 13-17, but despite a brief Tuesday and Wednesday break, the November rain isn’t over yet, with more expected Thursday. See the photos below from Coastal View News photographer Robin Karlsson, who was on the scene to capture those rainy adventures after the first leg of the storm.
PHOTOS
From left, Aurelie, Kele and Alo DeAlba scooter down Sixth Street with their great-grandmother, Diane.
The Sur iner pauses in Carpinteria.
From left, ucia Smith, Ellie Stormo, Othello Shrek onzalez, Owen Regan, and Richard Espinoza march down Linden Field.
From left, Amelia Burquez, Sissi Gottwald-Wright, Andre Gottwald-Wright and Dante Gonzalez wade in the water owing under the boardwalk.
Thayer and Ellis roves hop on a rock on inden Field “lake.”
Maeve Gottwald-Wright rides through deep water.
Christopher onitas and osea Escobar came to skate but ended up swimming.
The Reynolds family en oys the new lake created by rainfall at a park near agunitas Court.
Halos& Pitchforks
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A reader sends a halo to the city of Carpinteria for scheduling meetings to inform property owners of assessment districts.
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 Nery at Goodwill. “The best cashier in town! Always friendly and welcoming with top tier customer serice definitel the hi hli ht sh in e erience
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 chose the most expensive oil, I’d love to reimburse you, and thank you. I’m deeply moved by your generosity.”
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 Kathy at Albertson’s who graciously gave the reader her ers nal erican a n Veterans a s the reader c uld lace it at ill he td an e rial la ue han u ath
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!”
reader sends a halo to the anonymous person who left a $100 donation in the H LP of Carpinteria office mail slot this past week. Thank you for your kindness.
reader sends a halo to the staff of Jack’s Bistro for staying open during Covid-19. “Always a smile no matter how busy. great way to start the day.”
A reader sends a halo to William at Risdon’s for always helping customers and being ind e uch a reciate ur reat ser ice
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.”
reader sends a halo to Mayor Wade Nomura for the city s beautiful flower wreath at the Carpinteria Cemetery for the Memorial Day program.
A reader sends a halo to Jackie at CVS. “You are always so helpful and calm when it is us u are a reat e l ee
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 GranVida Senior Living for providing such a welcoming e erience t irl c ut r as the tr lunteered and shared artw r with the residents.
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.”
reader sends a halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market.
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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.”
reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero at The Spot. hen the roof-top flag was twisted and lodged in the rain gutter, Quintero jumped into action and climbed up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!”
reader sends a halo to Ryan Moore for bringing dirt back to Carpinteria.
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reader sends a halo to everyone who supported the Playa Del Sur 4-H this year. The members are looking forward to another successful year.
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reader sends a halo to Valerie, the new volunteer at the riends of the Library Bookstore, for cleaning and reorganizing the self-help section.
reader sends a halo to Desiree, the new masseuse at The ym Ne t oor. She could have coasted through it, but she worked really hard to relieve my back pain. never experienced such a great massage.”
reader sends a halo to whoever left a sign telling people to pick up their dog-waste bags and stop leaving them on Casitas Pass Road.
It can e t u h t n w what s true what s real Pe le disa ree n a l t these days — not just on who should be in office r in ail r all wed er the rder but also on what causes certain illnesses, whether capitalism is good or evil, or e en whether we re li in in a c uter simulation.
reader sends a pitchfork to whoever has been leaving bags of dog waste 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 the situation?”
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 hope you have karma insurance.”
e this is a ut what s the cause s e it is a ut wh s t la e re certain people out to get us, the cause of s ciet s ills re th se in char e companies, the government, or even the universe — screwing us over? People disagree!
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reader sends a pitchfork to the bicycle events on oothill oad. Purposely hosting 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.”
reader sends a pitchfork to the lifeguards braiding hair while swimmers are in the pool. “Not professional!”
reader sends a itch r t catalytic converters thieves. t it To the thieves that have stolen catalytic converters from cars twice n a in rillad It is ille al I h e u et cau ht and t ail
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.”
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.”
reader sends a itch r t the inconsiderate neighbors wh thin the entire cul de sac needs t hear their usic h w s e res ect r thers
reader sends a halo to Nikki at H AT Culinary. went to my first class this weekend with my sister, who has been to four so far. had the best time! Someone get this girl a T show, she should be on the ood Network already.
reader sends a halo to all the beach community residents. “Thank you for parking in front of your home with your permit.”
reader sends a halo to Diana a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly three years.
reader sends a itch r t the pickleball net thieves. is disa inted that ur rand new ic le all net was st len r the iddle sch l c urts tudents use th se c urts e er da durin lunch and P hat a sha e r ur students
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.
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, wouldn t want it to suffer to a miserable death.”
reader sends a itch r t the city r cancelin the a ercise class durin han si in wee end
reader sends a halo to Bill and Rosana Swing for spending their Saturday taking photos for unior arriors ootball. e appreciate all you do for our families, players and program. You rock!”
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.”
reader sends a itch r t he h a d r dr er itnessed tw residents sittin near aw u ac in int area hit (the car s ed awa the ri ht thin rin insurance in r re air hea er than a hit and run n rec rd
reader sends a pitchfork to those who lied on their FAFSA and took scholarships away from kids who need it.
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!”
reader sends a itch r t the motorcycle rider and the car driver who revved up their en ines and t rs settin nei h rin car alar s a e u n res ect r ur nei h rs at
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reader sends a halo to Diana Rigby Superintendent of schools, and Debra Herrick, director of Boys irls Club, for removing the to ic uphorbia fire sticks from the pots and landscape.
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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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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 fi the reclining mechanism. The incident was documented, and the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara Sheriff s ffice property for destruction.
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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.
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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 conflicting statements regarding their mutual altercation and obvious injuries, both parties were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse.
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reader sends a pitchfork to the Linden planters. “All the mushrooms growing there indicate too much water. Nice weed farm.”
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Matt Duncan, a former astal View News editor, is now a philosophy professor at Rhode Island College. In his free time from philosophizing, Duncan enjoys chasing his kids around, watching movies, and playing the mandolin.
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Carpinteria Valley Museum of History’s Family Day returns
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Despite the rainy weather, the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History’s free Family Day last Saturday had a great turnout, museum representatives said. Museum volunteers and staff set up several blastfrom-the-past games and activities, with folding cranes, stereoviewers, morse code, Chumash-inspired games, vintage crafts and beyond.
Two kids play a Chumash-inspired game.
Four generations of Pat Kaiser’s family came in from
The Miles girls work on paper wishes and folding cranes.
From left, Avery Olesen, Sylvie Taran Freund and Charlie Freund with Sandy Evans, at right, work together at a table with vintage crafts.
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Morning Rotary, Boys & Girls Club unveil new Peace Pole
The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning, in partnership with the United Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County Carpinteria Unit, dedicated the community’s third Peace Pole at the Boys & Girls Club campus on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Speakers at Wednesday’s event included the Carpinteria Boys & Girls Club Director Diana Ornelas; interim CEO of the United Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County Christianne Rojo; Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning President Stephen Gerteis; Wade Nomura from the city of Carpinteria and Rotary International; Rotary District 5240 Governor Mike Dutra; and Boys & Girls Club members.
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The pole is meant to serve as a “visible symbol of our collective commitment to peace and unity,” said Morning Rotary club member Eric Von Schrader. The pole displays the message “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in eight languages around the sides of the pole. The languages were selected by Boys & Girls Club members, and included English, Spanish, Chumash, Portuguese, Arabic, Italian, French, and Dutch.
“Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful moment. We are proud to be a community of Peace Builders,” Gerteis said at the dedication Wednesday.
Noon Rotary learns about ocean from local marine biologist
The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon recently heard from local marine biologist and educator Holly Lohuis, who educated club members with a PowerPoint presentation at a recent meeting.
Lohuis shared her experience working with Jean-Michel Cousteau and his marine conservation organization, Ocean Futures Society. She also discussed w r in n the fil in the IMAX film “Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Secret Ocean 3D.”
Lohuis is a naturalist with Island Pac ers the cial at c ncessi naire to Channel Islands National Park. She recently became co-director for the Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area. Lohuis also leads the education programs for the
Members of the Lions Club of Carpinteria who served in the military were honored recently, including from left, Steven Smith, U.S. Army; Jason Minteer, U.S. Navy; Homer (Butch) Clements, U.S. Army; Clyde Freeman, U.S. Navy; Ray Lane, U.S. Navy; Stan Graber, U.S. Navy; Mike Lee, U.S. Army; Ken Towers, U.S. Navy; and Doug Treloar, U.S. Air Force. Army veteran and guest speaker Peter Bie is pictured behind the group.
Lions celebrate veterans
The Lions Club of Carpinteria recognized club members who served in the United States military during the club’s meeting last week. Peter Bie, an Army veteran who served two tours in Vietnam, was the guest speaker.
Bie began the meeting by reading the words of Father Dennis O’Brian, a WWII arine ha lain wh wr te he ser ice and sacrifice eterans wears n ad e medals or ribbons. You wouldn’t recognize a veteran unless they were in a parade.”
Bie also said there are 1.3 million active-duty service members today compared to the 8.7 million who served during the Vietnam War. Members of the Lions Club who served in the military include: Steven Smith, U.S. Army; Jason Minteer, U.S. Navy; Homer (Butch) Clements, U.S. Army; Clyde Freeman, U.S. Navy; Ray Lane, U.S. Navy; Stan Graber, U.S. Navy; Mike Lee, U.S. Army; Ken Towers, U.S. Navy; and Doug Treloar, U.S. Air Force.
Friendship Force visits fruit ranch
The Santa Barbara chapter of Friendship Force International (FFI), hosted its National Capital Area club last week, which included a visit to Peter and Carol Nichols’ exotic fruit ranch in Carpinteria.
“Their personable hosting is always one of the highlights of these inbound trips,” said George Lehtinen with the club.
FFI is a worldwide organization made up of about 15,000 people in more than 350 clubs in nearly every country in the world. In FFI, a volunteer HOME host club provides lodging in a spare bedroom in their home and transportation to activities; this week-long closeness allows personal friendships to develop.
“FFI believes a world of friends is a world of peace and one of the best ways to promote global understanding across the barriers that separate people is to host an ambassador in your home,” Lehtinen said. “Show them your community, city, country and culture, and learn about theirs over meals, laughter, and shared experiences. “ Friendship Force of Santa Barbara, which was established in 1995, has hosted clubs from Sweden, Mexico, Japan, Quebec, Moscow, Vancouver, Australia, Alabama, Milwaukee, Arizona, Connecticut and more. The club has also ventured to South Africa, Korea, Germany, Costa Rica, Manitoba, Ontario, New Zealand and more.
Those interested in learning more about the club may visit friendshipforce.org.
Rotary Morning begins fundraising for Tomol Play Area repairs
The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning has begun fundraising to help the city of Carpinteria repair damaged areas in the Tomol Interpretive Play Area, club representatives said this week.
The Tomol Interpretive Play Area was completed in 2010 after a long collaboration between the city, California State Parks, and the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning, headed by former Rotary Club President and 2011 Carpinterian of the Year Roxanne Nomura, who passed away in 2017. After 15 years, some areas have fallen into disre air includin the slide and the r at
The Tomol Interpretive Play Area is the only playground on State Parks property and is maintained by the city. The theme of the park is meant to honor the Chumash e le and the indi en us e le ar interia and di erent areas the la r und share di erent as ects the hu ash s herita e includin the la ls and the wide blue play area covered with statues of dolphins and seals.
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“The plans are to bring it back to its 2010 glory as soon as possible,” said Rotary member and Carpinteria City Councilmember Wade Nomura. “Your assistance and patience would be greatly appreciated.”
The city has ordered a new slide, which will replace the damaged one as soon as it arrives, Nomura said. The groups are also waiting on estimates for replacing the playground’s rubber mat.
Those interested in helping fund the project may send donations to the Morning Rotary of Carpinteria Charitable Foundation Inc.
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
From left, Carpinteria Boys & Girls Club Director Diana Ornelas, Rotary International
Wade Nomura, and Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning Stephen Gerteis.
From left, club member Gregg Carty, marine biologist Holly Lohuis, club member Tom Collins, and Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon President-Elect Alec Hardy.
Members of Girl Scout Troop 55527, back row from left, Kestrel Thomas, Jane Loyal, Parker Ervin, Kabrie Rosenberger, Kaia Sikich; and front row from left, Emilia Assadourian and Ava Stengel.
Junior scouts from Carpinteria’s Girl Scout Troop 55527 recentl st ed ranVida eni r i in and e r are
dr s e Thanksgiving themed art for the residents.
The troop’s co-leader Sarah Sikich thanked GranVida for providing a
Members of the Friendship Force of Santa Barbara recently visited Peter and Carol Nichols e otic ruit ranch in Carpinteria as part o the group s National Capital Area club.
Thursday, Nov. 20
AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball Freeplay Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foothill Road. 8–10 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
English Language Conversation Group Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 8:30–10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
One-on-One Tech Help Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary. org, (805) 684-4314
Annual Carp Seniors Inc. Turkey Drive Smart and Final, 850 Linden Ave. 10 a.m. 3 p.m.
AgeWell Senior Program: AgeWell Friends Giving Luncheon Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–2 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Food Bank Senior Food Distribution Veterans Memorial Building Courtyard, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–2 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
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
Carpinteria Farmers Market 800 block of Linden Ave. Thursdays, 3–6:30 p.m.
Dungeons & Dragons Club Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 3:30–5:15 p.m. Full. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Friday, Nov. 21
Friday Fun Day Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10–11:30 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Movie Night: “Fantastic Mr. Fox” Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 6–8 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Film Screening: “Parrot Kindergarten” The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets: general admission, $10; seniors/students, $7. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Live Music: The Youngsters Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 7–10 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Saturday, Nov. 22
Saturday English Language Conversation Group Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9–10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314 Native American Crafts, Songs and Books Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 11 a.m. –1 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Live Music: The Legends of The ‘70s The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7–10 p.m. Tickets: VIP, presale, $30; VIP at the door, $35; general presale, $20; general at the door, $25. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Live Music: Dylan Cunningham Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 7:30–10:30 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Sunday, Nov. 23
Crafternoon Screening: “Pride & Prejudice” The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 3–5 p.m. Tickets: $15. Hosted by Sit Knit Sip. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Live Music: Corktree Karaoke with K.J. Tati Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6:30–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Monday, Nov. 24
AgeWell Senior Program: Tai Chi Together Veterans Memorial Building Courtyard, 941 Walnut Ave. 9–10 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
AgeWell Senior Program: Line Dancing Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 10:30–11:30 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Preschool Story Time Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10–10:30 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org,
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AgeWell Senior Program: Creative Studies Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 10:30 a.m. noon. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Monday Mahjong All levels of play. p.m. (805) 729-1310
Intermediate Spanish Classes Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. Mondays, 1:30–3 p.m. $10 donation is suggested. Led by Nadia Lyhitchenko. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Games Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 2–3 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Death Cafe Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 3:15–4:15 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Join us this holiday season for a community tradition of giving and celebration!
Tuesday, Nov. 25
AgeWell Senior Program: Walking Club Meet at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
Carpinteria Writers Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. noon. (202) 997-0429
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
Assessment Districts Q&A with Vice Mayor Monica Solorzano Delgado’s Mexican Restaurant, 4991 Carpinteria Ave. 6 p.m.
Al-Anon Meeting Faith Lutheran Church, 1335 Vallecito Place. Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
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, Nov. 26
Senior Arts & Crafts Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. Wednesdays, 9–11 a.m. Free. info@ carpinteriaartscenter.org, (805) 684-7789
Babies Are The Best Carpinteria Library Community Room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9–10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Carpinteria Knitters Group Carpinteria Library Community Room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 1–3 p.m. Free. (805) 886-4382
Live Music: Vinny Berry Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Carpinteria Lions Club Presents the 16th Annual
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At The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave, Carpinteria Nov. 28 Dec. 14, 2025, Weekdays: 3–8 PM, Weekends: 11 AM–8 PM
Here’s How You Can Participate:
Decorate a 6½ ft pre-lit tree provided by the Lions Club Showcase your organization’s creativity and community spirit a e tic ets i e isito s a chance to in a t ee
Last year, 24 trees raised over $40,000 for local charities Sponsor a Tree or Become a Co-Sponsor: Decorate a tree with $350+ in gifts & décor Or donate $300+ as a Festival co-sponsor Sponsors are recognized at the event and announcements For more infomation please contact: carpinterialionsclubfot@gmail.com
Photo fumbles and a lack of listening
THE SEAWITCH SAYS CVN
AMY OROZCO
Dear Amy O,
I really like my daughter-in-law. Fortunately, I am able to see our grandchildren. However, what really bothers me is that my DIL only posts celebration photos about her side of the family. I am never included. What do you think I should do? Signed, Cheesed Off
Dear Cheesed Off,
I can see how that could be hurtful. And frustrating especially if one’s investment of time in primping for the celebrati n aid and is l in articularl fetching.
The good news is that you have a good relationship with your DIL, and you regularly see your grandchildren on and the screen
I have a few questions. I also have the assumption that you are active on social media and post photos of her side of the family.
First, does the “really” in your “I really like my daughter-in-law” refer to quantity or honesty? Would you substitute “truly” for “really” or would you substitute “very much”?
What reactions do you have to pictures of yourself? Maybe others on your side of the family, say, your son, as a precaution, have asked your DIL to not post pictures.
Because it’ll end up with nonstop complaining about how (insert unattractive adjective here) you look.
Does DIL take pictures of your side of the family? On a societal level, we’re fi urin ut di ital eti uette a e ur DIL feels it’s a violation to take and/or post pictures of your side of the family without getting permission and with special celebrations come tons of prep, overstimulated grandchildren throwing tantrums, unpleasant family dynamics, clean-up … and, well, gosh darn it, after all that asking permission to post photos gets cut from the to-do list.
Some would recommend to not say one word and be happy you are able to view your DIL’s posts. Not I. (Well, yes, I think viewing the posts should bring you some happiness, otherwise why do it?)
Have you asked your DIL to take and post photos of your side? “Will you post that shot of Uncle Eddie wearing Timmy’s tiny cowboy hat? The two of them look adorable.”
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Do you engage with her posts? Likes? Comments? Maybe she’s not aware you are looking. Also, she may not be aware she’s leaving out your side of the family. I’d say most of us don’t realize the impact of our behavior. If anything, we tend to think of our everyday doings as innocuous.
Maybe, it could be your DIL is being a butt. A world class passive-aggressive pain in the neck. If that is the case, I suggest continuing to engage with her posts and doing your own posting thing. If she should block you, let me know.
Is this not posting your side of the family photos something you’ve remained tightlipped about? Grinning through tightly clenched teeth? If so, I suggest you ask her to post the Uncle Eddie and Tim my photo. In the meantime, you carry on
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with your posting and engage with hers. What’s most important is that you are able to see your grandchildren regularly (and I bet you didn’t need me to tell you). It’d be a shame if social media became the only way you could interact with them.
Dear Amy O,
Has anyone noticed that when elderly people speak no one is listening? I believe if we listened, really listened with an open mind, we would understand their message. I am guilty of thinking, “Really? It’s not that way. Thingshave changed, blah, blah, blah …” Or everyone is just talking over their comment because they are hard of hearing and the elderly become quiet. At my current age, I have been on both sides.
For one, I’m choosing to remain quiet and am not happy aboutit.
Signed, Is Silence Golden?
Dear Is Silence Golden?
Yes, I have noticed the lack-of-listening epidemic, a corollary to the not-beingheard epidemic. The combination of the two has created a frustrated and unhappy populace.
Thank you for pointing out the difference between hearing and listening. Hearing being the involuntary detection of sound; listening being the cognition and interpreting of sound, i.e. one needs to pay attention.
The elderly, a student in an overcrowded classroom, the patron requesting special dietary needs to a food server, constituents of elected representatives, and illi ns re su er dail r n t ein listened t his is di erent r a
lone shopkeeper on a rainy day talking the a n deli er dri er s ear he shopkeeper wants interaction. Your choice of remaining quiet is an interesting one. I imagine it as a one-person silent retreat, an ancient practice dedicated t uiet re ecti n and stillness with ut everyday distractions. I hope that’s the case rather than showing up for Thanksgiving dinner with an ironclad commitment to not speak a word and have eyerolling and glares do your talking. When on stage, masters of improvisational comedy wait a beat or two to reply to what their partner said. This ensures they’re listening and are being in the moment (as opposed to blurting out a line th u ht fi e inutes a n l n er to pertinent to the here —hear? — and now). Maybe we could do that more — wait until a ers n finishes tal in and give two seconds thought to a response.
With hearing loss, conversations can be frustrating for those with the loss and those not. Probably more frustrating for the one with the loss. If you know someone with hearing loss, make sure you talk to them directly —not the windshield of the car if they’re in the back seat or into the refrigerator while asking them what kind of salad dressing they’d like. Say their name to regain their attention if there’s been a lull in the conversation. As for your choice to remain quiet, remember your voice is as important as anyone else’s and deserves listening.
Former CVN editor Amy Marie Orozco loves living in Carpinteria, including all the sometimes socially sticky situations happening in our seaside setting. Have a question for her? Email it to news@coastalview.com.
THROWBACK
Schemes and scams of D. W. Ap Jones
BY STEPHEN BATES
In 1870, Carpinteria residents spotted a bandit — not the kind with pistols and threats, but the kind with blueprints and blandishments. They called him “utterly worthless and despicable.” He moved to town anyway.
D. W. Ap Jones’ reputation preceded him. A decade earlier, he had been indicted for neglecting his duties as a Santa Barara unt electi n ud e ecificall he had let un ualified ters cast all ts in the crucial 1860 election. The outcome of the case is unknown, but the pattern is clear: to secure positions and property, Ap Jones would pledge to do whatever was required, only to fail to honor his side of the bargain.
Born in Maryland in about 1830, Douglas William Ap Jones arrived in Santa Barbara in the 1850s. Around the beginning of 1861, he married well: Ramona Malo, whose late father had acquired thousands of acres under Mexican rule in what became Santa Barbara County. Ap Jones managed the Malo family property as guardian of his wife’s underage siblings.
Despite his wealth, Santa Barbara County court records show that he repeatedly tried to dodge debts. In 1869, the sheri ann unced lans t aucti n his share of the Malo family ranchos to satisfy one judgment against him.
By 1870, Ap Jones had set his sights on Carpinteria. In May, he petitioned the Santa Barbara Town Council for 12 acres at Serena (around today’s polo fields), including the spot where boats landed. He said he would apply later for a franchise to build and operate a wharf.
from this Santa Barbara interloper, they called themselves the Carpinteria Settlers.
Ap Jones hadn’t fooled Carpinteria. In San Luis Obispo, the Tribune saw through him too, speculating — perhaps tongue in cheek, perhaps not — that “our friend, Ap, otherwise called Alphabetical,” might be behind a recent stagecoach robbery.
But he had charmed the Santa Barbara establishment. The Morning Press expressed a yearning for more “public-spirited citizens” in his mold, and the Times praised his commitment “to do the agreeable to the rest of mankind,” adding: n a he urish
After several meetings, the Santa Barbara Town Council agreed to sell Ap Jones part of the property he wanted at Serena, at a price of $100. The council sold another tract to the Settlers for $100.
Ap Jones had his land, but the Settlers still hoped to deny him the wharf franchise. They held a meeting at the Carpinteria schoolhouse on June 28, 1870, which about 30 people attended. The meeting unanimously adopted four resolutions. One, introduced by Olmstead, declared that Ap Jones wanted the wharf franchise purely for “speculation” and urged Carpinteria representatives to defeat him through “all honorable means.”
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A group of Carpinteria ranchers suspected both a scheme and a scam. The scheme: monopolize the only boat landing in the area and then charge whatever he pleased. The scam: promise a wharf, lock up the franchise, and then sit on it until a legitimate operator came along willing to pay dearly.
A who’s who of Carpinteria pioneers organized to oppose Ap Jones, including Russel Heath, Stephen Olmstead and Andrew Bailard. To distinguish themselves
A more sharply worded resolution brought “prolonged cheering,” according to a letter published in the Santa Barbara Times: “We are decidedly opposed to all schemes having for their object the oppression of the masses or speculating upon the necessities of any community, and while it is impossible to prevent bummers and suckers from coming amongst us, it ought to be the desire of every good citizen to rid the community of a class of beings so utterly worthless and despicable.” Calling a man an exploiter, a bum and a parasite is about as unwelcoming as you can get. Nonetheless, Ap Jones moved to Carpinteria. Between Santa Monica Road and Cravens Lane, he opened a general store that sold groceries and reading material and served as the st ce
A month after moving to Carpinteria, Ap Jones published a legal notice announcing his intention to seek the franchise for a wharf at Serena. The Carpinteria Settlers responded with protests but
D. W. Ap Jones dodged debts in Santa Barbara, survived a sword attack in Japan, and promoted Mormon colonies in Mexico. Along the way, he ran a general store in Carpinteria. This undated photo shows him with his wife, the former Ramona Malo, and their daughters.
not with a wharf application of their own. They may not have been ready to build a wharf and, unlike Ap Jones, may not have been willing to lie about it.
In February 1871, the county approved Ap Jones’ application. He had followed the law, the supervisors said, and there was no basis for rejecting him. They granted him the authority to build a wharf and run it for 20 years.
Just as the Carpinteria Settlers had predicted, Ap Jones took no steps toward erecting a wharf. Instead, his attention wandered away from Carpinteria — far, far away.
Around 1873, he pitched the government of Japan a can’t-miss proposition: he would import top-grade sheep and establish a 15,000-acre ranch on government property in exchange for a guaranteed wool market. The Japanese turned down his proposal but hired him to run a government farm in Shimosa Province. Newspapers in Santa Barbara and elsewhere quoted his glowing accounts of his operations, but according to historian Sidney DeVere Brown, the sheep struggled on the mountainous terrain and succumbed to parasites.
A few years later, Ap Jones faced graver problems. Late one night in 1878, three burglars broke into his house and attacked him with swords. Though bleeding profusely from a wound to his
right arm — “if the assassin’s sword had been sharp, the arm would have been entirel cut nes clai ed he “fought like a tiger” and wrestled the sword away from “the expert swordsman of the party” while “another fellow was hacking away.”
Bloodied but unbowed, Ap Jones pivoted to new schemes in a new country, Mexico. Working for the Japanese embassy as a translator, he urged the Japanese government to encourage emigration to the Pacific c astal re i n where he promised rich har ests c ee ru er su ar and c tt n e als t uted fish ar s near Mexico City and promoted colonies of Mormons fleeing anti-polygamy laws in the United States. The pitches were a iliar surefire rtunities alwa s with Ap Jones as the indispensable middleman.
What of the wharf? In 1872, the Carpinteria Settlers transferred their Serena property to two brothers, Nelson D. Smith and Frank Smith, for exactly what they had paid — $100, no speculation — and in 1874, the Smiths did what Ap Jones had ailed t d ar interia finall t its wharf.
Stephen Bates is coauthor (with Vince Burns) of a pictorial history of Rincon Point, which is available at the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History and elsewhere.
GLEDHILL LIBRARY, SANTA BARBARA HISTORICAL MUSEUM
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY RECORDER Ap Jones submitted this plan when he applied for the Carpinteria wharf franchise. In 1871, Santa Barbara County granted his application, but as Russel Heath and his allies had predicted, he built no wharf.
CARPINTERIA VALLEY MUSEUM OF HISTORY
In 1874, the Smith brothers built the Serena wharf that Ap Jones had promised but never delivered. Storms destroyed it in 1878, and they replaced it with the structure shown in this circa 1900 photo.
GLEDHILL LIBRARY, SANTA BARBARA HISTORICAL MUSEUM
1870, Russel Heath (above), along with Andrew Bailard, Stephen Olmstead and other local ranchers, tried to block D. W. Ap Jones from getting the franchise to operate a wharf at Serena in Carpinteria.
NOVEMBER
20, 2025
Warriors girls water polo opens season with a splash
BY RYAN P. CRUZ PHOTOS BY TINA LEE
Carpinteria girls water polo opened up its season in dominant fashion, defeating the visiting Foothill Tech Dragons 16-1 in the first atch the ear at ar interia unit P l n uesda
The Warriors were the Citrus Coast League champions last season — putting together a perfect 8-0 league record and earning a spot in the CIF Division 3 la s e eral this ear s returnin la ers finished the re i us seas n at the top of the league, including reigning ea ue VP a el u r n w a uni r and ne ar interia s tea leaders tri returnin la ers u r and s h res adis n ee and ll ida ith set the t ne in the arri rs season opening win over Foothill Tech n ether the three sc red the tea s als al n with ur assists ast ear ith sc red well er well over 100 goals and was named to the All ea ue irst tea as a resh an ee als had a stellar de ut seas n last ear earning a spot on the Citrus Coast League
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ar interia s ensi e ire wer is atched its stren th n the de ensi e side, and in the win over Foothill Tech the du ucia ith and ina andall anch red the arri rs de ense ith and andall tea ed u t ra fi e steals while ar interia alie wen P st a (who also was named First Team All ea ue as a resh an last ear held the ra ns t ust ne al finishin the a e with fi e sa es ne steal and an ensi e assist
The win over Foothill Tech also served as the de ut r ar interia s new head coach Russell Russo, who took over the lead s r ar interia s s and irls water l tea s this seas n
“Our girls showcased some of their defensive capabilities in this opening game and perimeter defense shined the ri htest c ach uss said his r u irls has l ts talent and will ust need t rin that sa e intensit r ur u c in a es
Carpinteria girls water polo is now 1-0, and the Warriors will prepare for a road test against non-league opponent ew ur Par later this wee
ON DECK
Thursday, Nov. 20
Carpinteria Girls Basketball at Bishop Diego Tournament, 5:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 21
Carpinteria Girls Water Polo at Ventura Tournament, 3 p.m.
Carpinteria Girls Basketball at Hueneme, 5:30 p.m.
*Carpinteria Boys Soccer Oxnard, 6 p.m.
Carpinteria Boys Basketball at Villanova, p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 22
Carpinteria Girls Cross Country at CIF Finals (Mt. SAC), 9:25 a.m.
Carpinteria Girls Water Polo at Ventura Tournament, TBD
Carpinteria Girls Basketball at Bishop Diego Tournament, 4 p.m. Denotes Home Game
Junior azel Dugr returns a ter eing na ed last year s Citrus Coast League MVP.
Sopho ore olliday S ith is one o the Carpinteria s top goal scorers in the pool.
Sophomore Madison Lee helped lead the Warriors to a 16-1 win over oothill Tech
Mina andall anchored Carpinteria s de ense holding oothill Tech to just one goal.
SHORT STOPS
BY RYAN P. CRUZ
Carpinteria girls cross country tea uali es or CI inals
Carpinteria’s boys and girls cross country teams traveled to compete in the CIF Cross Country Prelims at a very rainy Mt. San Antonio College (SAC) last Friday.
The Carpinteria girls team battled thr u h the st r c nditi ns t finish third overall on Nov. 14, earning a spot in the CIF Finals this weekend. The boys tea finished fi th lace erall ust ne point shy of qualifying as a group for the finals
While the boys team did not qualify as a tea uni r a t finished in third place overall in the boys race, earning a spot to compete in the CIF Finals as an individual. Soto ran a new personal best time of 15:42.
The girls team qualified in a team e rt with three runners finishin in the top 20 out of more than 85 runners in their division race. Junior Jaqueline uadian was the arri rs t finisher in fi th lace with a ti e ll wed by sophomore Mila Martins in ninth place and freshman Penelope Rowe in 18th overall.
he arri rs irls finished third ehind infield hristian and View int and Carpinteria will compete as a group in the CIF Finals at Mt. SAC on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21–22.
“The girls team were tough-as-nails today and put together a great race while running in the pouring rain,” said Carpinteria coach Angel Silva. ach il a c ended the s tea r a str n sh win finishin ust ehind urth lace ualifier a ier lle e Pre t u h l ss r the ut the ran hard and gave it their all,” Silva said. e als credited t r earnin a s l s t in the I inals a did n t h ld anything back today, and he raced to qualify,” Silva said. “I’m very proud of our kids and how they raced today at Prelims.”
Carpinteria youth soccer player li es out drea s in Spain
Andrés Andrade, an eighth-grader at Carpinteria Middle School, has been living out his soccer dreams in recent months. The young soccer star spent the summer training at one of the most prestigious youth academies in Barcelona, and now he’s earned an invite to return to Spain to train at an equally elite academy in Madrid.
Andrade, a member of the Carpinteria ccer lu sh wcased his s ills at a Masia, the world-renowned soccer academy run by FC Barcelona, where legends li e i nel essi s ent their earl ears
After a strong showing at the Barcelona academy, Andrade earned an invite to continue his development later this month at eal adrid s uth acade a rica where he will compete in front of both Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid.
“This has been a truly remarkable opportunity for a hardworking young athlete from our small community,” said his father Paco Andrade, a local soccer coach who also runs the annual Gladiators Summer Soccer Camp.
arriors hoops opens season on the road
The Carpinteria High School boys basketball team began its new season with a road test a ainst the unn arwi s in s li s n nda It was the first a e under new head c ach errell ri n with the arri rs s uad led the du returnin starters Chris Reed and Sammy Medel. hile the arri rs e t ace with unn in the first hal the arwi s t c ntr l in the sec nd hal and t the win a final sc re
Despite the loss, Carpinteria’s team displayed physicality on the boards, and both Reed and Medel turned in strong performances individually. Reed led the team with ints while edel ser ed as the r eneral with a alanced e rt in sc rin and dishing assists.
After the game, the senior point guard emphasized the importance of growth on the de ensi e end r the ne t a e it has t start with de ense and c unicati n Medel told teammates in the locker room following the tough loss. ead c ach errell ri n ech ed a si ilar essa e stressin atience and er-
se erance as his tea ada ts t new e ectati ns his is all art the r cess ri n said he a e as et all has s an hi hs and l ws it s a ut staing steadfast and resilient no matter the circumstances. If anyone is capable, it’s this team of players.” ar interia is n w headin int the first h e a e the ear a ainst hacher
Cate Ra s Roundup
ate t all c ntinued its run thr u h the I i isi n Pla s with a win er anta larita hristian in the uarterfinals n It was a c ld and rain a tern n with th tea s stru lin t find ense ate s runnin attac led the wa with uni r uarter ac le r ehl and seni r c ca tain running back Barron Crayton both gaining over 100 yards in the win. he a s de ense ca e u i rcin a u le in the first hal which led t ate s first t uchd wn the a e he sc re re ained until the urth uarter when anta larita answered with a t uchd wn t ut the sc re at ate res nded with a nine la ard dri e ca ed with a ard t uchd wn ass r r ehl t li er har el the tea s sec nd t uchd wn the da t ut the a s u with less than tw inutes le t in the a e
Cate’s defense sealed the deal with a stop, taking the win and earning a spot in the I e ifinals this wee he a s will ace t seeded al ar a tist in a neutral field a e at an arc s i h ch l n rida at
“It was a battle against the elements and I am so proud of our guys for digging in and lea in e er thin n the field said ate head c ach en t his r u is getting hot at the right time, and our tough regular season has prepared us for these tight games.”
In other Cate athletics action, the Rams boys and girls cross country teams both traveled to compete in the CIF Prelims at Mt. SAC on Nov. 14.
uni r ti wie ac led the wa r the s tea finishin third erall and hel in the a s uali r the I inals he irls tea als ualified r this weeend s finals with uni r hie lan as the tea s t finisher in fi th lace erall er in the l ate irls water l ened u the seas n with an win over Channel Islands on Tuesday.
i di erent la ers sc red in the win with lena allat leadin the tea with fi e als Vi let nda sc red tw als while addin three ta eawa s and tw assists altender er a held str n in the net with sa es
“We had contributions from everyone who saw the pool. It was a great way to start the season,” said Cate head coach Jesse Morrison.
ON THE ROAD
C N
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to Paris
Carpinteria resident Stefan Pitruzzelli brought his copy of Coastal View News along for a trip to Paris, France, where he snapped a picture in r nt the i el Tower. Pitruzzelli, along with his parents Bill and Dede, then headed to Barcelona, Spain, where they boarded a ship and sailed the Mediterranean.
COURTESY PHOTO
Penelope Ro e turns the corner in the rain during the CI Preli s at Mt SAC
COURTESY PHOTO
Carpinteria Middle School student Andr s Andrade had the opportunity to train at La Masia the orld a ous youth soccer acade y run y C Barcelona
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Cate oot all on t o playo ga es in a ro to earn a spot in the CI Se i nals
ARTCETRA
COMPILED BY JUN STARKEY
Local group to host knitting session during “Pride & Prejudice” screening
Local group Sip Knit Sit and The Alcazar Theatre will host a viewing of “Pride & Prejudice” (2005) on Sunday, Nov. 23, 3–5 p.m., at the theater, with slightly brighter lighting so attendees can knit while they enjoy the movie.
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) is a period romance based on the iconic novel by Jane Austen. The story follows Elizabeth Bennet, who lives with her mother, father and sisters in the countryside, as she faces pressure from her family to marry. She soon meets Mr. Darcy, and the story follows the pair as they learn more about one another.
Sip Knit Sit is a group of knitting enthusiasts that meets monthly throughout Santa Barbara County. Those interested in learning more about the group can check out the group’s Instagram page @sitknitsip.
Tickets for the event are $15, and any money raised beyond the cost of the event will be donated back to the theater. The Alcazar Theatre is located at 4916 Carpinteria Ave.
‘70s rock returns at Alcazar
Saturday
The British Beat will bring the sound of the 1970s back to The Alcazar Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 22, 7–9 p.m. The band will play renditions of songs by Queen, Rod Stewart, The Rolling Stones, Moody Blues, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, and solos from The Beatles.
Tickets for reserved seating are $20 for presale, or $25 at the door; VIP seats (which include the first three rows of seats of the theater) are $30 for presale, and $35 at the door.
See more online at thealcazar.org.
