20 minute read
Ruby Fourie holds art drive to benefi t local kids
CVN ARTCETRA
Wade Nomura releases new book
Advertisement
Carpinteria Mayor Wade Nomura has put pen to paper to tell of his adventures in sports, public office and humanitarian work around the globe in his new book, “Creating Destiny.” Nomura’s memoir begins with his early life as a Japanese American growing up in the shadow of World War II. Nomura tells of the suspicion Visit our new tasting he felt in the land his family had called home for generations and his struggles to Creating room in Carpinteria! nd his place in the world as his family grappled with the scars of internment in the Arizona desert. Other chapters include Nomura’s Destiny October 9, 2020 4187 Carpinteria Ave, Suites 1 & 2, At the Center of Santa Barbara’s Cultural Conversation • www.VoiceSB.com chance encounter that led to the start of his award lled career as a BM racer, living life on the road and giving his all for the Montecito “Mini Estate” ★ Carpinteria 93013 525 Alston Road glory of the win. Nomura describes his life’s journey as it takes another turn and he begins a life of service, traveling from the slums of India to communities of need in Mexico, to a hurricane-devastated Puerto Rico and beyond. In “Creating Destiny” Nomura also 805.318.9264 www.rinconmtn.com WADE NOMURA October 9, 2020 At the Center of Santa Barbara’s Cultural Conversation • www.VoiceSB.com Montecito “Mini Estate” ★ 525 Alston Road ★ 3BD/BA ★ Beautiful Ocean and Island Views October 9, 2020 At the Center of Santa Barbara’s Cultural Conversation • www.VoiceSB.com 15 Montecito “Mini Estate” ★ 525 Alston Road ★ 3BD/BA ★ Beautiful Ocean and Island Views ★ ★ 3BD/BA ★ Beautiful Ocean and Island Views ★ re ects on his role as mayor of Carpinteria facing down the aftermath of some of the largest wild res in California history and the perils of a global pandemic.
Nomura’s book is slated to be released January 2021 in hardcover for $29.95. Pre-orders can be purchased at wadenomura.com.
October 9, 2020 At the Center of Santa Barbara’s Cultural Conversation • www.VoiceSB.comMontecito “Mini Estate” Montecito “Mini Estate” ★ 525 Alston Road ★ 3BD/BA ★ Beautiful Ocean and Island Views ★ October 9, 2020 At the Center of Santa Barbara’s Cultural Conversation • www.VoiceSB.com Montecito “Mini Estate” ★ 525 Alston Road 525 Alston Road 3BD/3BA • Beautiful Ocean & Island Views ★ 3BD/BA ★ Beautiful Ocean and Island Views ★
Arts Center to host festive virtual events The Carpinteria Arts Center is ending the year with a month full of free holiday related virtual events. On Dec. 7 at 5 p.m., the center will host “Story Time for GrownUps,” featuring four local authors, Gary Delanoeye, Kate Schultz, Mary Freericks and Cynthia Waring. Each author will treat the public to readings of festive stories they have created. Author Sue Perry will host the event. THIS SERIOUSLY UPGRADED 3 bedroom and 3 bath “Mini Estate,” sits on .37 acres, a corner property, and boasts Custom Travertine Bathrooms, Gourmet Kitchen Package, Spa, Orchard, Courtyard Patio with Tuscan Fountain, THIS SERIOUSLY UPGRADED 3 bedroom and 3 bath “Mini Estate,” sits on .37 acres, a corner property, and boasts Custom Travertine Bathrooms, Gourmet Kitchen THIS SERIOUSLY UPGRADED 3 bedroom and 3 bath “Mini Estate,” sits on .37 acres, a corner property, and boasts Custom Travertine Bathrooms, Gourmet Kitchen Package, Spa, Orchard, Courtyard Patio with Tuscan Fountain, and Beautiful Tropical Gardens.
On Dec. 5 and 12, the arts center will host two free virtual holiday art classes. On and Beautiful Tropical Gardens.Package, Spa, Orchard, Courtyard Patio with Tuscan Fountain, Dec. 5, participants will learn how to make wire ornaments and on Dec. 12, students will explore making polymer clay beads. Art instructor Janet Velarde Loubet will share her tricks, tips and guide anyone who attends the virtual classes. To learn more and and Beautiful Tropical Gardens. THIS SERIOUSLY UPGRADED 3 bedroom and 3 bath “Mini Estate,” sits on .37 acres, a corner property, and boasts Custom Travertine Bathrooms, Gourmet Kitchen THIS SERIOUSLY UPGRADED 3 bedroom and 3 bath “Mini Estate,” sits on .37 acres, a corner property, and boasts Custom Travertine Bathrooms, Gourmet Kitchen register, visit carpinteriaartscenter.org. Advanced registration is required to receive Package, Spa, Orchard, Courtyard Patio with Tuscan Fountain, Package, Spa, Orchard, Courtyard Patio with Tuscan Fountain, the class login information. and Beautiful Tropical Gardens. and Beautiful Tropical Gardens.
New Circular Cobble Stone Driveway, with One of a Kind Blue Serpentine Stone Pillars! New Circular Cobble Stone Driveway, with One of a Kind
Watch e boats go by while lying in bed New Circular Cobble Stone Driveway, with One of a Kind New Circular Cobble Stone Driveway, with One of a Kind Blue Serpentine Stone Pillars! Driveway, with One of a Kind Blue Serpentine Stone Pillars! Blue Serpentine Stone Pillars! Watch e boats go by while lying in bed in e Master Bedroom hhh Ocean and Island Views from the Living and Dining Rooms and from the entire Upper Yard, Front Patio, and Deck! Blue Serpentine Stone Pillars! Off Market Listing –Not in MLS! Watch e boats go by while lying in bed in e Master Bedroom hhh Ocean and Island Views from the Living and Dining Rooms and from the entire Upper Yard, Front Patio, and Deck! An Amazing Deal in Montecito*!! Off Market Listing –Not in MLS! Watch e boats go by while lying in bed in e Master Bedroom hhh Ocean and Island Views from the Living and Dining Rooms and from the entire Upper Yard, Front Patio, and Deck! Off Market Listing –Not in MLS! Watch e boats go by while lying in bed in e Master Bedroom hhh Ocean and Island Views from the Living and Dining Rooms and from the entire Upper Yard, Front Patio, and Deck! Off Market Listing –Not in MLS! in e Master Bedroom hhh Ocean and Island Views from the Living and Dining Rooms and from the entire Upper Yard, Front Patio, and Deck! Off Market Listing –Not in MLS!
Call Taylor at 805-363-1797 * Price As Is. Documented ADU (Studio) Income on property covers approx. 1/2 of the purchase price of the property!! Seller/Owner was born and raised in Montecito and will pay $45K to buyers agents only. An Amazing Deal in Montecito*!! $2,195,000* Call Taylor at 805-363-1797 * Price As Is. Documented ADU (Studio) Income on property covers approx. 1/2 of the purchase price of the property!! Seller/Owner was born and raised in Montecito and will pay $45K to buyers agents only. $2,195,000* Call Taylor at 805-363-1797 * Price As Is. Documented ADU (Studio) Income on property covers approx. 1/2 of the purchase price of the property!! Seller/Owner was born and raised in Montecito and will pay $45K to buyers agents only. An Amazing Deal in Montecito*!! $2,195,000Call Taylor at 805-363-1797 * Price As Is. Documented ADU (Studio) Income on property covers approx. 1/2 of the purchase price of An Amazing Deal in Montecito*!! $2,195,000* Call Taylor at 805-363-1797 * Price As Is. Documented ADU (Studio) Income on property covers approx. 1/2 of the purchase price of the property!! Seller/Owner was born and raised in Montecito and will pay $45K to buyers agents only. An Amazing Deal in Montecito*!! $2,195,000* the property!! Seller/Owner was born and raised in Montecito and will pay $45K to buyers agents only.
Fourie holds art drive to help local kids
As the season of giving approaches, seven-year-old Ruby Fourie decided to organize an art drive to collect art supplies and backpacks to give art packs to local Carpinteria kids before the winter break. Her goal is to ll 0 art packs to give to members of the United Boys irls Clubs of Santa Barbara, Carpinteria Unit. To contribute to Fourie s art drive, community members can drop o donations before Dec. at the Carpinteria rts Center on Fridays through Sundays from noon to p.m. or at Curtis Studio of Dance during their operating hours.
#endofmaple
ANNUAL HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET
THURSDAY DEC. 3 • 5–8pm
SATURDAY DEC. 5 • 2–6pm 500 MAPLE ST. #1 CARPINTERIA Support our Local Artisans
Over 30 local vendors featuring everything from handmade treats to one-of-a-kind jewelry! A GIFT FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR HOLIDAY LIST
LOCAL
Holiday Checklist
Shop Locally • Thank a Neighbor Take care of our Teachers & Essential Workers Support a Nonprofit Clean a Beach • Be Kind to Yourself
REMEMBER, WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER
ISLAND VIEW NURSERY
DISTINCTIVE FLORA
Carpinteria Co unity Church
…simply fi ne wines at great prices! Wines for all occasions NEW ARRIVALS WEEKLY Stop in & shop our vast selection!
4193-1 Carpinteria Ave. 805-684-7440 M-F 10-6pm • Sat 10-5pm Take the Carpinteria Avenue exit from 101 South - 4th building on the right
PET FOOD & SUPPLIES • GROOMING • HAY & FEED
890 CACTUS LANE • 805-684-9988 (next to Smart & Final)
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! SEE YOU SOON!
A Worship Services DRIVE-IN Advent and CHRISTMAS Every Sunday10am Christmas Eve Communion Candlelight Service 4:30pm 1111 Vallecito Rd.•805-684-2211 carpchurch@gmail.com CarpinteriaCommunityChurch.org
CARP MAG
CARPINTERIA MAGAZINE WINTER 2021
2020 Home holiday how-to ‘Tis the season and whether you are at home with immediate family or spending this holiday season safe and self-quarantined, there’s no reason your homebound holiday can’t still be fi lled with merry goodwill. After all, “there’s no place like home for the holidays.” Wondering how? Stay tuned to each installation of CVN’s fi ve-week holiday series for bunches of cozy, creative ideas to keep your home smelling of baked goods and cinnamon, along with kids’ activities to keep the littles busy, and shopping hints to help support your community of business owners—all to do while social distancing.
Shop ‘til you drop
Santa called and he w ants you to go shop p ing! And , be sure to get on his N ice List by shop p ing local. For clothing and accessories, check out aple t. ou’ll fi nd gently used dresses, shoes, jewelry and hats that you simply won’t fi nd anywhere else.
Still thinking of w hat to get him? C onsid er the gift of a classic timep iece from sitas P ass R oad . The jew elry and w atch store has an extensive list of w atches from sought-after brand s such as Citi en, Time and ei o. hile you’re there, you’ll fi nd beautiful pieces for her as well. rom tennis bracelets to d iamond rings, Sand castle has something for everyone.
Sugar, spice & everything nice
If the holid ay season is too sticky sw eet for you, consid er a sp icy mixed d rink to level you out w hile the C hristmas lights tw inkle. A jalap eñ o margarita has just the right amount of sw eet, tart and zing for the 2020 quarantine/ holid ay season.
JALAPEÑO MARGARITA
3/4 cup good tequila 1/4 jalapeño pepper, plus extra slices for garnish 1/4 cup Grand Marnier 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, plus lime slices for garnish 1/4 cup simple syrup or fresh squeezed orange juice
P our tequila into a mixing glass or small p itcher. Ad d sliced jalap eñ o. Set asid e at room temp erature for 15 minutes (the longer you let the jalap eñ os infuse, the sp icier it w ill be).
Mix together the jalap eñ o-infused tequila, G rand Marnier, lime juice and simp le syrup or orange juice. Taste. If you’d like a sp icier margarita, ad d more jalap eñ o and let it sit a little longer. P our, serve and be d elighted !
Elf on the Street
BY ROBIN KARLSSON
What do you want for Christmas?
2020 Home holiday how-to
Shop ‘til you drop Sandcastle Time Twice As Nice
Santa called and he wan ts you to go shop p ing! And, be sure to get on his Ni ce List by shop p ing local. For clothing and accessories, check out T wice as N ice Consignm ent Boutique , a C arp interia gem located at 957 aple t. ou’ll fi nd gently used dresses, shoes, jewelry and hats that you simply won’t fi nd anywhere else.
Still thinking of w hat to get him? C onside r the gift of a classic timep iece from San dcastle T im e at 1078 C asitas P ass Ro ad. The jewe lry and w atch store has an extensive list of w atches from sought-after brand s such as Citi en, Time and ei o. hile you’re there, you’ll fi nd beautiful pieces for her as well. rom tennis bracelets to di amond r ings, Sandc astle has something for everyone.
#endofmaple
P acW est B looms is hosting the third annual C arp interia H olid ay Makers Market at the E nd of Map le, 500 Map le St. The unique location in do w ntow n C arp interia lend s itself to a fun, p ersonal shoppi ng exp erience w ith local vend ors, show casing unique, hand crafted p ieces. Local w ood w orkers, artists, crafters, makers and bakers w ill be selling C hristmas w reaths, greenery garland s, cand les, d riftw ood C hristmas trees, hand mad e ornaments, sp ices, cookbooks, p ottery, jew elry, leather good s, clothing and more! The market w ill follow farmers market social d istancing guid elines and masks are required to enter for the safety and enjoyment of all. The event w ill take p lace T hursday, Dec. 3, from 5
p.m . to 8 p .m . and S aturday, Dec. 5 f rom 2 p .m . to 6 p .m .
Sola Ceramics
Bring this ad for 10% OFF your purchase!
Gently Used Children’s Clothing New Toys • Books, Games & More! Locally Handmade Gifts • Gift Wrapping Station
START HOLIDAY
SHOPPING AT
929 Linden, Suite E
(Entrance on Yucca Lane adjacent to City Parking Lot) 805 566-9326 • Tuesday - Saturday 11am-5pm www.CarpinteriaTravelingPants.com
WAY OF THE ORIENT MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY
5408 Carpinteria Ave. • Carpinteria
DECEMBER SALE! SHOP 40+ LOCAL MAKERS &
SMALL BUSINESSES
Open daily at 11am-5pm
Tues. by appointment only 961 Linden Ave • 209 Anacapa St SB
25% OFF
ALL DIAMONDS & Citizen Watches Select Items on sale thru Dec. 24th Sandcastle Time
1078 Casitas Pass Rd • 805.684.5110 HOURS Tues.–Fri. 10-6 • Sat. 10-4
FREE GIFT WITH $40 PURCHASE women’s clothing • artisan jewelry handbags • accessories • local art Hudson Jeans • BB Dakota Hanky Panky • Angie baby clothes • gift items 8O5-566-O4OO 919 LINDEN AVE. • CARPINTERIA MONDAY-SATURDAY 1O-5:30 • SUNDAY 1O-4
Make it a movie night Let’s be honest, ‘tis the season for couch p otatoes. After nine months of quarantine, you might be running out of movies to stream, so here are three family tested ic s that you can snuggle up with the ids and enjoy.
What do you want for Christmas?
INDULGE YOUR SENSES
OPEN DAILY 11AM - 3PM 910A LINDEN AVE 805.684.6695
IN THE NATUREHOOD
NANCY BARON
STEVE GAINES
I was lucky to spot the Solitary sandpiper at Lake Jocelyn – which is much needed freshwater for the birds – but is sadly now dry.
JOHN CALLENDER
Costa’s Hummingbird showed up again for the third time in 2019. I was thrilled to spot one previously on Shepard Mesa.
On Dec. 19, people armed with binoculars and spotting scopes will fan out from the coast to the hills around Carpinteria in search of birds. This hunt is part of the 121st Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC)—an intensive citizenscience endeavor involving tens of thousands of people across the United States and Canada.
D uring the 1800s, the trad ition w as an actual “C hristmas B ird H unt” w ith teams compe ting to see how many birds they could shoot. H istorical p hotos show vintage vehicles dr ap ed w ith the bodi es of bird s like d ecorations. Triump hant hunters stand alongsid e, d isp laying hundr eds of de ad birds ranging from haw ks to d ucks and geese to tiny songbird s. The incredi ble abundan ce and di versity of colorful, limp trop hies looks shocking now . Espe cially w hen you conside r that the numbers of bird s w ould seem unthinkable to see in a day, never mind shoot.
In 1900, ornithologist Frank Chapman, an early officer in the National Audubon, proposed an alternative tradition: A “Christmas Bird Census” that would count birds rather than kill them. It reflected a shift in thinking about birds as an unlimited resource towards appreciation and conservation.
According to Audubon historical records, Chapman and 27 other dedicated birders conducted the first Christmas Bird Count census in 25 areas ranging from Toronto, Canada to Pacific Grove, California. These days, Christmas Bird Counts happen across North America between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5. It is the longest running citizen-science endeavor in the world.
Saturday, Dec. 19 will be the 12th year of the Carpinteria Bird Count. For the past three years, John Callender, who leads the local Carpinteria birding group meetings, has taken the helm as the CBC compiler.
Callender has been busily preparing— scouting locations to find specific birds and focusing the biweekly bird meetings to prepare others. His overview of local hotspots using Google Earth is well worth a look. (Find it on carpwithoutcars.org.)
Christmas bird count volunteers will focus on specific areas within the designated 15-mile diameter circle, counting every bird they see, giving an indication of the total number of birds in the circle that day. This, along with the Breeding Bird Survey which happens each spring, provides important benchmarks showing the presence, absence and numbers of birds over time. Audubon and other organizations use the data to assess the health of bird populations, and to help guide conservation action. In fact, you can look up your favorite birds and see their population trends over the last few decades using a tool created from this data. (Visit Audubon.org to see and explore the data.)
Throughout my life, wherever I am, I have tried to do a Christmas bird count. It’s a joyful part of the Christmas season for me. For the past half-dozen years, I’ve been happy to take inventory of the birds in the hills above Carpinteria with the same few friends. Each year brings memorable moments: A rare sighting of a Solitary sandpiper at Lake Jocelyn last year (now dry), the seldom seen Costa’s hummingbird the year before on Shepard Mesa. And always the search for owls.
Callender recalled a vivid memory of visiting Jameson Lake after the 2017 Thomas Fire. The reservoir, which supplies water to Montecito, is hard to reach and accessible only with permission. Callender recalls the drive through the charred hills all the way along to the lake as akin to “a lunar landscape.” The place, known for being very birdy, was eerily quiet—until suddenly—ground-dwelling termites emerged from the charred soil taking wing. “Then the birds were going berserk—they were totally ignoring us as they feasted on the termites,” recalled John.
I remember that Christmas count well too, an exceptional time when so many birds— fire refugees—descended from the burned hillsides into our little town in search of food, shelter and water .
The nectar sipping Orchard oriole is another special bird that has shown up the past two years.
Lots of people have already begun scouting for hard-to-find birds and vagrants—birds that wander in from out of range like the Painted redstart from last year. Callender’s aspirational bird he hopes to see on count day this year is the Mountain quail. He shared a picture taken at a distance, albeit not on a day when it could be counted. And he’s hoping Carpinteria birders will break the record of spotting 158 different species seen in one day.
This year, the CBC will make adjustments to account for Covid: no carpools except for people sharing a bubble. Neighborhood walks are an option and others may choose to simply watch their yards and feeders. All are welcome. You simply have to register at carpwithoutcars.org and be coordinated into groups and areas so birds aren’t double counted. Instead of the typical potluck dinner meeting and “round up,” organizers will conduct a Zoom meeting to tally the totals.
As winter looms ahead, birds can lift our spirits. For beginner birders, the Christmas bird count is a good way to learn about the birds that share our community. For experienced birders, it’s always an adventure of discovery.
Who knows what surprises are in store this year?
The first-time-ever discovery of a gorgeous Painted redstart last year was a wonderful surprise.
JOHN CALLENDER
Nancy Baron leads communication workshops for environmental scientists and is the author of Birds of the Pacific Northwest, and Escape from the Ivory Tower: a guide to making your science matter. She can be reached at baron@nceas.ucsb.edu
