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CONTENTS

AUGUST

A Monthly Look at Life in Our Remarkable Communities

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FEATURES

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ROTTA WINERY SPECIAL 4 PAGE SECTION

The Next 100 Years…

One of Paso Robles’ Oldest Wineries Reaches New Heights Throughout the County

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HOOFBEAT

Hoofbeat Calendar and Trail Tales

By Dorothy Rogers

DEPARTMENTS

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EDUCATION

Plan to Attend Back to School Night After School Programs for 2016 -17

Homework Survival Hints for Parents

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Check Out Studios on the Park Art Classes Bearcats Compete at SkillsUSA National Conference

Champions of Youth Fundraiser Dinner for Boys & Girls Club September 16

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PASO PEOPLE

T&D Theatre – The Original Movie Palace of Paso Robles

18 th Annual Winemakers’ Cookoff Set for August 13

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At the Paso Robles Library

Golden State Classics Present Labor Day Show

Mega Swap Meet at Woodland Auto Display September 25

Graze, Sip and Learn at the Beef and Wine Festival August 6 The Voice of the Visitor Center A Column by Karyl Lammers

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CONTENTS

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AUGUST DEPARTMENTS

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CONTINUED

CITY OF PASO ROBLES LIBRARY AND RECREATION

52 BUSINESS

Wine Country Theatre Presents “Fiddler on the Roof” Firestone Walker’s Roots Run Deep in Paso Robles

Cool stuff to do for the month ahead!

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37 ROUND TOWN

What’s Happening on Main Street A Column by Millie Drum

Beaverstock 2016 Festival September 17-18

Business Spotlight A Column by Meagan Friberg

Local Goods Report

By The Team at General Store Paso Robles

Relay for Life – Gathering to Celebrate, Remember and Fight Back!

A Cat Named Singe

County Perspective A Column by Bruce Curtis

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SLO County Wine Industry Leader Awards Presented at Fair

Budget Drought Challenges Templeton Fire and Emergency Services

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Templeton Happenings During August

Where to Find Just About Anything and Everything to do in August

San Miguel Reflections – Old Timers Picnic A Column by Lynne Schmitz

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10 th Annual Dog Splash Days of Templeton, September 10 -11

:: ON THE COVER :: “Living in Paso Never Sounded Better!”

Concerts in the Park wrap up another Summer with three more events: Incendio on August 4; The Martin Paris Band on August 11; and Shelly & The Classics on August 18.

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Photo courtesy of Lynda Holt, Recreations Services Manager, City of Paso Robles .

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JUST A THOUGHT By

Bob Chute

What is going on in this world? It’s always said you need to stay away from discussions of religion and politics but what is going on in this world?

“And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold.” Matthew 24:12 Chaos is everywhere all over this world and it would seem no one is safe anywhere - no theater, no celebration site, no school, no airport, etc., etc.…Black Lives Matter, Police Lives Matter…

EVERY LIFE MATTERS! And now, it would appear the national political landscape is going to be soaring to new depths in the coming months.

Please pray for all of us, our families, our neighbors, pray for the United States of America, pray for mankind and womankind of all faiths and colors throughout our world…pray that sanity and a peace will prevail.

Each of us must strive to rise above the turmoil and believe in the good in this world. We know an 8 year old boy living with leukemia. He’s an inspiration with his endless trust and faith - he knows God has a plan for him, he doesn’t stress, he’s an incredible inspiration to all of us

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“knowing” adults around him. He truly believes in the beauty of each day, in the love he has for his family and their love for him - his parents are beyond amazing. He understands the disease he is dealing with, yet he exhibits total trust in the adults caring for him. He knows it’s out of his hands. His nurses love him, even when he kinks his monitor tube that sends them running to help. He always has a smile on his face. Wow. A positive quote to ponder from Henri Nouwen: “Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone’s face? Did I say words of healing?

Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear many fruits, here in this world and the life to come.”

Meanwhile, here on the Central Coast…

It’s Back to School

It’s back to school for area youth this month and we have several stories by Judy Bedell, starting on page 14, to assist students and their parents in preparations to return to the classroom.

And yet another FANTASTIC fair!

I tip my cap to new CEO Michael Bradley and his crew at the California Mid State Fair. Awesome job, gang. We were there almost every day and loved it. Great displays, upgraded grounds

and the place never looked better! Our grandkids really appreciated the rides and the workers were extremely polite helping them...much appreciated

by Gramps and GmaRho!

…and more!

There’s several more stories on a variety of topics I think you’ll enjoy, including a look back at the old T&D Theatre, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Firestone-Walker Brewery, Wine Country Theatre preparing for another great production - this time it will be the beloved “Fiddler on the Roof,” the Paso Robles Rotary presenting the 18th Annual Winemakers’ Cookoff on August 13, and the inaugural Beef and Wine Festival debuting on August 6, plus so much more.

We partner with Rotta Winery in presenting a totally new look for telling their story with a glossy 4 page section in the middle of this months PASO Magazine. Check it out, very cool.

Paso Pops

Paso Pops founder Steve Cass shares his thoughts on page 12.

We were there and believe it was a cool event but a bit chaotic…more people were there than anticipated but I can’t find fault with anyone for such a large undertaking and a first time event.

Cass explains “We’ve taken note of all of the issues that came with the large inaugural PASO POPS response, and have already begun work to build on its success and make further improvements.”

Stay tuned - I just know the 2nd Annual Paso Pops is gonna be awesome!

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SAVE THE DATE! CALEDONIA DAYS, SEPTEMBER 25

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

PASO POPS - A NEW INDEPENDENCE DAY TRADITION

The Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles, PASO POPS’ Organizing Committee and The San Luis Obispo Symphony would like to thank all of the businesses that contributed services at discounted rates, sponsors that carried the financial load, volunteers that worked hard to make PASO POPS a safe, fun and family-friendly patriotic event, and the community for it’s supportive, patient and overwhelming turnout.

We’ve taken note of all of the issues that came with the large inaugural PASO POPS response, and have already begun work to build on its success and make further improvements.

We are proud to have pulled off this very complicated event as a volunteer effort benefitting non-profit youth arts organizations here on the Central Coast. We are also happy to have made it a home grown program. Everyone on the stage could drive home.

We hope to have our website up for next year’s event later this summer. Stay tuned at pasopops.org.

Cheers!

Steve Cass Producer, PASO POPS Paderewski Festival Board of Directors

Paso Robles Home Show exhibitors include general contractors, flooring, landscapers, kitchen and bath cabinets closet organizers, landscape designers, painters, countertops, tile, granite, appliances, solar energy, fireplaces, local restaurants, wineries and much more!

WIN A DREAM ROOM MAKEOVER! Prize Includes: Interior Design Services $2,000 of Furniture Paint & Painting Services. For details & eligibility go to: inspiredexpos.com, phone 772-4600.

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will feature many of the already-built sub-assemblies, dance music by the Del Gomes Trio, local wine and food, upscale silent auction items and a drawing for a day’s use of the chauffeured Cass Winery 1947 Limo.

A host of ADOPT-A-PROJECTs to aid the museum going forward will be available for sponsorship… including 50 items such as mannequins, display cases, shop tools, meeting room tables and chairs, newsletter printing, floor fans, etc. and even sponsoring an entire new display, comprise a long list of available sponsorships.

Entry tickets are $30pp and $35 at the door and include food and first glass of wine. Cass Limo drawing tickets are $30. Winner need not be present. Purchase tickets at Pioneer Museum or call Call Paulette Pahler at 459-6711. Donations are tax deductible. Pioneer Museum is a 501(C)(3) entity.

PIONEER MUSEUM UNVEILS LATEST DISPLAY

On Saturday, Sept 10. from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Pioneer Museum located at 2010 Riverside Ave. will unveil it’s latest and most grand display. A 20’ x 25’ scale reproduction of the original Paso Robles Hotel has been under construction for over a year.

Titled, “A Sneak Peek at a Lost Treasure,” the fund-raising event

By Meagan Friberg Celebrate the bygone ways of bygone days at Caledonia Days 2016 at the Rios-Caledonia Adobe in San Miguel on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. The day includes a Dutch Oven Cook-off, vendors, demonstrations, and live music from Monte Mills and the Lucky Horseshoe Band. For more information and registration forms for demonstrators, vendors, artisans, and display booths, email Craig at craigrambo1@aol.com, or see www.rios-caledoniaadobe.org or www.discoversanmiguel.com.

Barbara and Tim Koester of Lockwood dish up a selection of peach, apple, and mixed berries cobbler from their wagon train camp at Caledonia Days 2015.

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INSPIRED HOME, GARDEN & GOURMET EXPO

Come and meet face-to-face with local home and garden experts all while enjoying gourmet food and wine at the Inspired Home, Garden, and Gourmet Expo of Paso Robles, at the Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Ave. on Saturday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Over 100 home and garden professionals • FREE to all attendees • Cooking Demonstrations • Wine & Gourmet Food Garden with local wineries & restaurants

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EDUCATION & YOUTH With some schools having class sizes of 32 - 35 students, Back to School Night is not the place for a private conference about your child and any concerns you have. Do let the teacher know when the best time to reach you is and that you value communication between school and home.

Many teachers are now utilizing e-mail to keep in contact with busy working parents. Take along an index or business card that you can leave with the teacher/s that has your name, child’s name, and contact information on it. If your child has any health conditions or learning disabilities, include this information on the card too. Think of the teacher as your partner for the next year and share any insights you have on how your child learns best and responds to praise and redirection.

You can also list ways you are able to volunteer or help the teacher. For instance, if you work during school hours, maybe you can donate supplies for a special art project or milk and cookies for a reading rewards day.

Also, ask what projects or supplies the teacher may need. In years past the school provided ample Kleenex, pencils and paper. That is not the case today. See if other parents are interested in teaming up to supply a special art lesson or field trip for the classroom.

Lastly, start a folder with the information you receive at Back to School Night. Keep it in a special place to refer and add to it as the year progresses. There might be papers to sign and return so get those back to the school as soon as possible. Ask if any of the forms are available on-line to save time and paper.

If you are attending Back to School Night as a community member, introduce yourself to the teacher and let her know if you have an area of interest or expertise you could share with the class. Find out if there are any part-time jobs open at the school, such as yard duty supervision, which is a paid position that can be quite rewarding.

Good communication and positive support from home and the community will help all children be successful and make for a great 2016-17 school year.

By Judy Bedell Back to School Night is an important date to mark on your calendar.

Even if you have children at three different schools, or you are sending your last child off to kindergarten, you should make an effort to go. Back to School Night is a wonderful opportunity for community members to see what is going on in our local schools.

At Back to School Night the teacher has the opportunity to present an overview of the year’s curriculum, share his/her classroom management and behavior plans, and let you know about any special events and dates that are forthcoming. Take along your dayplanner or calendar and mark these dates down while you have the time.

For parents, this evening also gives you a chance to see where your child is seated and to meet other parents of children in the class. Given today’s privacy laws, teachers are not allowed to give out a class list of phone numbers. So, introduce yourself to other parents and exchange phone numbers or e-mail in case your child needs an emergency ride to school or, more often, clarification on that homework assignment your child suddenly forgot the directions for.

After School Programs for 2016-17

By Judy Bedell

North County Boys and Girls Club

600 26th Street (right behind Flamson Middle School) Grades K – 8 Still the best deal in town, the Paso Robles location at 600 26th Street (right behind Flamson Middle School) offers activities and programs for students 6-14. For a minimal annual fee of only $20, parents can sign their children up for club membership. There are many opportunities for enrichment and leadership activities. For information or to register go to www. bgcpaso.org or call 239-3659.

YMCA

Centennial Park in Paso Robles and Oak Park Recreation Center Grades K – 8 The YMCA after school programs are a great deal for working families looking for an enriching program with art, cooking, sports and science, fun and making new friends are just some of the activities they have planned. They are conveniently held at Centennial Park in Paso Robles and include crafts, trips, homework help and all the fun a child can stand. Call 237-0845 for information and sign-ups.

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PRYDE – Paso Robles School District After School Program

If you are looking for an educational, fun and safe after school childcare program check out the Paso Robles Youth Development Enrichment Program through Paso Robles Schools.

Featuring homework help, games, activities and enrichment, all on a local school campus, the PRYDE programs are an ideal choice for many parents. The school district provides an enriching and nurturing program for students in grades K – 5 at several school sites. Call 7691050 for information or to register.

Library Study Center

3600 Oak Street, Paso Robles This satellite location of the Paso Robles City Library offers students a place for quiet studying and homework completion Mondays through Thursdays on the north end of town. Computers, comfortable reading spots and friendly staff make it a great place to get your studying done. For info and hours call 237-4743.

time, snacks, activities, and time to simply play.

Parents interested in signing up should contact their school office to see if space is available.

Also, check your school’s website for enrollment information.

Private After School Care Reminders

Many parents opt for private after school care.

When choosing someone to watch your children make sure you ask them for a DMV print out if they will be transporting your child and a fingerprint clearance. Family-style day care providers can be a wonderful solution for working families, just make sure you know who is watching your children and what training they have. First aid and CPR certification is highly recommended.

HAVING TROUBLE FINDING A CHILD-CARE PROVIDER? Contact the Child Care Resource Connection for San Luis Obispo County at 5412272 or the San Luis Obispo County Childcare Planning Council at 782-4723.

ASES After School Programs in Paso Robles and San Miguel

Many schools are offering on-site after school childcare through the After School Education and Safety Grants programs. These are no-fee after school programs that include homework

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HINTS FOR PARENTS Here is the top 10 list of ways to win the homework battle and help your child do well in school…

By Judy Bedell Schedule homework time at the same time every day or night and make it a part of your family routine. If your child has after school care, see if arrangements can be made to have the homework completed before pick-up time.

Provide a table or desk area for your child to use as a homework area. The kitchen table works great.

Eliminate distractions. That means mom and dad turn off the TV during homework time too.

This is the single most difficult and important strategy for improving homework completion.

Use a kitchen timer to monitor homework time. Twenty minutes is plenty for kindergarten and first grade. Second and third graders should spend thirty minutes a night and fourth and fifth graders will need forty-five minutes per night. If your child finishes homework before the timer rings, have them read. Reading is one of the best ways to improve vocabulary and spelling skills.

is taking more than the recommended amount of time to finish assignments. Writing a note to the teacher on the assignment lets the teacher know that an attempt was made and that your child needs additional help. Many teachers now offer the option of communicating through email.

Don’t be afraid to send a message if your child is struggling or if you need ideas on how to assist.

Get the names and phone numbers or email addresses of at least three other families in the class so you can call them if you have questions on an assignment or concept that is on the homework page. This is also a great way to verify the often heard “But, I don’t have any homework.”

If your child has difficulty focusing, try playing Mozart with a set of headphones. The soothing music often helps children focus and provides enough background noise for those that do not like complete silence.

Allow your child to stand or kneel in a chair if this is the most comfortable and natural position for him/her. Remember that he/she has had to sit in a desk all day already. Inflatable exercise balls make for a wonderful seat so your child can wiggle but stay on task.

Write notes to the teacher on the homework sheet if you have questions or comments on a particular portion. By signing the homework each night, you will know it has been completed and can see the progress your child is making. One easy way to make sure you are checking the work is to use a calendar to log that you have seen the completed homework. Working parents are often busy at night with housework and personal tasks and can easily overlook checking the homework unless a system is in place.

Be available to help your child, but do not do the work for him/her. Contact your child’s teacher if the work seems too difficult or the child

MAKE SURE THE HOMEWORK IS IN THE FOLDER AND/OR BACKPACK AND THAT IT GOES TO SCHOOL WITH YOUR CHILD EACH MORNING.

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There is nothing more frustrating that spending time helping your child with a tough assignment and then finding it on his/her bedroom floor the next morning after you have taken him/her to school. www.pasoschools.org – Many teachers maintain websites which list homework assignments and/ or resources for students and parents. www.sanmiguelschools.org – Links are provided for homework help on this website. Feel free to check it out. www.etcportal.org – This is the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education web-site and if offers parent resources as well as links to sites for homework help and research. Most students in grades 4 – 12 have a log-in that works from home. www.edhelper.com - An online program that offers worksheets (and answer keys) for all grades and subject areas. www.algebra.com – great site for parents and students with sample problems and solutions, lesson videos and on-line homework helps.

You Tube – Need help with 4th and 5th grade math? Believe it or not, this popular video site has short clips of teachers doing lessons for you. Search the type of problem you need help with then choose from a menu of possible mini lessons.

Khan Academy – Another great site for homework help and online practice. Parents can set up their own account too.

Homework without Tears – by Lee Canter How to Help Your Child with Homework – by M. Radenich and J. Schumm

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EDUCATION & YOUTH

By Meagan Friberg Throughout the month of August, the artists of Studios on the Park and guest instructors continue to share their talents with the community.

Check out a few of the offerings happening this month, sign up for one or two, and discover or expand your artistic knowledge!

on the basic principles of composition. $45 per participant; bring 18”x 24” newsprint pad, three #4 or #6 soft pencils, kneaded eraser, and 18” ruler. For more info on the artist/instructor, see www.wbeckertstudio.com.

Anna Meyrick

WB Eckert

Ceramics Class

Mixing Colors to Get the Color You Want

August 1, 8, 29, September 5 • 6-8 p.m.

August 24 • 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

This 4-week class session offered on Monday nights for adults will have participants exploring with clay in an open studio format with Anna Meyrick. No experience necessary! Take full advantage of the artistic possibilities of the hand building and slab methods; bring your own ideas for projects or dive into a new experiment while creating vases, vessels, flowers, creatures and more. The first three weeks are dedicated to building with clay, with the final class set aside for glazing finished pieces. $120 fee for the four class session includes materials and firing; finished pottery is food-safe; some clay tools provided; additional tools available for purchase. For more info on the artist/instructor, see www.anna.m.eyrickmosaics.com.

Art After Dark Paso August 6 • 6-9 p.m.

Make plans to spend the evening in beautiful Downtown Paso Robles as Studios on the Park celebrates Art After Dark Paso! This fun tradition is filled with art, wine, and live music. This month’s featured winery is Bella Luna Winery, with musical guests Jazz on the Vine.

Beginning Drawing: Composition WB Eckert

August 18 • 6- 9 p.m.

Drop-ins are welcome at this Thursday night beginner’s class with WB Eckert that focuses

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Limited to five students, this Wednesday class focuses on the techniques of mixing color; the property of colors that will give artists their desired colors; strategies for identifying and feel for mixing color, and the mechanics of color in nearly any media. Although acrylics will be used, the exercises are applicable to any painting media. All materials included; $95. For more info on the artist/instructor, see www.wbeckertstudio.com

Oil Painting in Color Intensive: Still Life Workshop Elio Camacho

August 29-31 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

This 3-day hands-on workshop places emphasis on easel-side critiques. Elio believes that

giving instruction is important, but showing students how this instruction applies to their individual work is crucial and he develops a program for improving each individual’s ability as a painter. Participants will experience handson instruction at their individual easels, group critiques, and instructor’s large demonstration each night. $375; limited to 10 students; call Studios for general workshop resources and materials information. For more info on the artist/instructor, see www.colorrelations.com.

To find more information on these classes and events and other happenings at Studios on the Park during August and throughout the year, call 238-9800, stop by 1130 Pine St. or go to Studios OnThePark.org for registration, costs, and more

GET READY FOR 4-H!

Hey! Have you heard that in September the 4-H year is starting? Come and join the Creston 4-H, or one of the many other 4-H clubs in our county, and be a part of the 4-H family. We have lots of fun projects such as horses, archery, rabbits, and chickens. We also have market livestock projects including, swine, beef, and sheep. 4-H is a great place to learn and have fun.

To join a club near you, check out the SLO County 4-H website for more information. http://ucanr. edu/sites/slo4-h/Find_a_4-H_Club_Near_You/ Ella Mitchell, Creston 4-H Club Reporter

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EDUCATION & YOUTH

Mason Steiner, Cassidy Moses bring home the silver and bronze

Bearcats compete at SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference 2016

By Meagan Friberg At the end of June, eight students and six advisors from Paso Robles High School headed to Louisville, Kentucky for a week-long adventure at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The entire group deserves accolades for qualifying for Nationals, with added congratulations going out to Mason Steiner for bringing home the Silver Medal in Plumbing and Cassidy Moses for her Bronze Medal in Early Childhood Education.

“The adventure of competition, meeting new friends, travel, and more are memories these students will have the rest of their lives,”said PRHS SkillsUSA Advisor Randy Canaday. “Competing with students from every state in the nation, experiencing leadership opportunities with major industries, and continual development of their skill sets will prepare these students and the other 300,000+ students throughout the USA for the “world of work.”

Steiner and Moses, along with Aca McDonald, attended the Nationals for their second straight year, while

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with the expectation of competition at Regional, State and hopefully, National levels.”

Moses, under the direction of Advisor Brenda Matthysse, improved upon her fourth-place finish last year when she was named the Bronze Medalist in Early Childhood Education. A 2016 PRHS graduate, she will attend Davidson College in North Carolina and plans to become a physician.

The remaining six students – McDonald (marine service), McAllen-Alcaraz (commercial baking), Cummings (welding sculptor), Ben Brahim (electrical construction wiring), Collins (mobile electronics installation), and Brown (telecommunications cabling) – placed in the middle of the contestants in their competitions. Several are not 2016 graduates and may return during 2017 for SkillsUSA competitions, according to Canaday.

Many of the students walk away from their competitions with prizes and scholarships – Steiner and BenBrahim received well over $1,000 in tools just for participation. Steiner will

Alim BenBrahim, Mason Brown, Serae Collins, Destine McAllenAlcaraz and Nicholas Cummings were first-time attendees.

The students started their week in Louisville attending orientation meetings, collecting their equipment and tools that had been shipped prior to their arrival, and preparing for written and performance tests. With most of the competitions beginning on Wednesday and concluding Thursday, the students waited in anticipation for Friday when the Awards Ceremony attended by 6,000+ students and 10, 000+ advisors industry partners, and volunteers revealed how they performed throughout the week.

Steiner improved upon his Bronze Medal win last year by earning the Silver Medal for Plumbing as Advisor Canaday looked on. An incoming senior at PRHS this school year, he will begin preparing to attend SkillsUSA competitions beginning February 2017.

“SkillsUSA is like game day for athletes,” said Canaday. “We practice throughout the season of competition

continue to receive tools and prizes for his placing as a Silver Medalist, according to Canaday.

The Week of Champions is sponsored by several hundred business and industry sponsors (see the July edition of PASO Magazine to read about more than 45 business owners and individuals that were recognized at the SkillsUSA, Chapter 211 14th Annual Sponsor Appreciation Dinner).

“Thank you, to all of our business and industry partners, for your financial and volunteer support for PRHS SkillsUSA,” says Canaday.

More about PRHS SkillsUSA Paso Robles High School has one of the top Career Technical Education programs on the Central Coast. Offering more than nine different Career Pathways, PRHS provides a comprehensive education with “real world” applications to occupations for Career and College preparation. Visit the PRHS school website at www.pasoschools.org to learn more about the various Career Pathways offered and SkillsUSA.

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ROB COVARRUBIAS TO BE HONORED

Tickets Going Fast for Champions of Youth Charity Dinner & Auction

By Meagan Friberg A 1986 graduate of Paso High, Covarrubias is the Vice President of Commercial As the chosen honoree of the 2016 ChamLending for Coast Hills Credit Union. He pions of Youth Charity Dinner & Auction, and his wife, Jennifer, are the proud parents of Rob Covarrubias will likely be giving his accepfive children – R.J., T.J., Shay, Trey, and Kaittance speech to a sold-out crowd. That’s right – lin – and are “beyond excited” to be expecting almost all of the 200 tickets to the non-profit’s their first grandchild in September. The four largest fundraising event of the year, to be held inside the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom on Fri- Rob Covarrubias oldest children attended and graduated from PRHS, and Kaitlin will be graduating next day, Sept.16, have been sold! At the dinner and auction, guests will enjoy a multi-course dinner with year. The family enjoys traveling, taking their boat wine pairings from local wineries. Get your tickets out on lakes, and participating in and supporting one another at various sport events and other activities. today as availability is limited as of publication date!

Covarrubias said that when Kate Morgans, CEO “All of the volunteer work that I do is only possiof SLO Boys & Girls Club of North SLO County, ble with the support of my family,” says Covarrubias. called to let him know about the honor, he was, “very, “They give me the desire and the ability to do what I very surprised.” A long-time supporter and volunteer of do. Being involved with the Boys & Girls Club, I have the Club, he also contributes his time and talents to a made so many friends and I have watched so many number of community causes and serves on the Board of children grow up with the Club. It’s so rewarding – I Directors for the PRHS Bearcat Boosters, NCI Affili- receive back 1,000 times more than what I give while working with the kids and the people involved.” ates, and Achievement House.

“I am humbled by this honor,” says Covarrubias. “I love To learn about donor and sponsorship opportunidoing things that benefit kids in our community, but I don’t ties as well as auction items needed, call 674-5706 or do it for the recognition so it was quite a surprise when visit www.bgcslocounty.org.

Kate called me. I love all that Paso Robles represents and, because there are so many other people that do important work for our kids and our community that could have been chosen for this honor, it honestly just blows my mind!” For over 20 years, the Boys & Girls Club has been

Be a Champion of Youth Purchase a ticket/table & attend event Be an event sponsor or donate to Club in honor of Rob Covarrubias Donate wine, auction item, or other items Contact Event Coordinator, Beth Telford at 674-5706 or beth@bgcslocounty.org

offering services to kids and families in the community at a cost of only $20 per child per academic year. However, it costs the Club about $1,500 per child for daily access and participation in the broad range of activities offered in five core program areas – Character and Leadership Development, Educational and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness, and Recreation. Events such as the Champions of Youth Charity Dinner & Auction help to close that funding gap.

The goal of the Boys & Girls Club is simple, yet powerful – to provide children of North SLO County with the opportunity to attend and participate in an affordable, high quality after-school program and summer camp in a safe, fun, and caring environment.

What happens when you sponsor a child for an entire year? You help provide: access to daily homework help, one-on-one mentoring, fun field trips, a variety of enrichment classes, snacks, lunches, swimming and a safe place to be with friends in the community!

Donations needed for Dinner/Auction • Wine: magnums, 750 ml bottles or cases • Local spirits or olive oils • Luxury items, trips, unique experiences, and more • All donations are tax deductible • Contact Event Coordinator, Beth Telford at 674-5706 or beth@bgcslocounty.org

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By Melissa Chavez A cinematic jewel of the Central Coast once ornamented the heart of Downtown Paso Robles.

The T&D Theatre was just one among a chain of San Francisco based theatres owned by business partners James Talton Turner, Sr. and Frederick J. Dahnken. In September 1929, plans for a design created by Bay Area architect Albert H. Larsen moved forward. Situated on 12th Street, just west of Spring Street, the Spanish-accented property would envelop the center two-thirds of the block.

The cost to build the showplace was proposed at $165,000, or $2,318,000 in today’s dollars adjusted for inflation. The spacious parcel would include stores, offices and apartments. However, it was decided to reconfigure the project to a relatively modest sum of $85,000 to support additional construction, as needed. The ambitious undertaking began in June. In less than six months, the project was complete.

On November 6, 1930, the unveiling of T&D Theatre proved nothing short of thrilling for a city population of just 2,573 residents. One newspaper reported thousands of arrivals. At the premiere, 30-year-old Humphrey Bogart and Spencer Tracy illuminated the screen in their feature-film debuts of the prison comedy, “Up the River.” The early talkie co-starred Clare Luce, Warren Haymer and William Collier, Sr. and Joan “Cherie” Lawes.

The intent to construct a building with “one of the most imposing lobbies in Central California” was successful, as an audience beheld the lavishly appointed 53-by-30-foot foyer.

“The lobby ceiling was very fancy with large gold and black swirling patterns, a small portion of which contained the year it was built.

My mother was an usher and had a flashlight to help people get to their seats,” recalled Gary Smith of Paso. “The restrooms and drinking fountain had their own side lobby. Saturday matinees had two movies, separated by a newsreel and one or two cartoons. I did not like the ‘follow the bouncing ball’ sing-along cartoons,” Gary noted.

“Between movies, they also had drawings for prizes. I won a jet fighter plane on a string that I could swing in a circle around my head.”

Those fortunate to secure one of 1,049 seats were met by a cavernous 73-by-160-foot auditorium, nearly twice the capacity of the present-day 40-by-90-foot Grand Ballroom at the Paso Robles Inn. A notable accoutrement to the stage was a 2/4 piano console Wurlitzer organ used to accompany showings of silent films, though the era was quickly giving way to talkies at the turn

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of the decade. The clever Wurlitzer could musically simulate the excitement of thunderstorms and canon booms to sparkling waterfalls and the splendor of loveat-first-sight.

Ironically, the grand opening of the 12th Street theatre commenced on the very day that nine members of United Artists film studio accused Fox West Coast Theatres for operating “an arrogant monopoly” that fixed low fees to show films. To drive the point home, cinema’s heavy hitters Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, Gloria Swanson, Ronald Coleman, Norma Talmadge, Eddie Cantor and Al Jolson boycotted the chain until Fox relented and changed their policies.

Among the regular attendees was world-renowned concert pianist, former Prime Minister of Poland and gentleman farmer, Ignacy Jan Paderewski. Dressed in turn-of-the-century style attire of a white vest and pinstriped trousers, Mr. Paderewski and his wife, Helena, often employed a walking sleight-of-hand to whisk their dog, Ping, into the auditorium.

By 1941, the Hi-Ho Theatre was constructed at 1430 Spring Street. At 498 seats, the venue was smaller and less plush than the T&D Theatre, but both locations enjoyed a profitable season courtesy of an enthusiastic public. In 1946, T&D announced installation of an ultraviolet ray light fixture system to help disinfect the space, similar to today’s technology used to help keep swimming pools bacteria-free.

Connected to the theatre on the east wall was Lenzner’s Sportswear. The space would also occupy The Melody Bar, where the Achter family did brisk business in ice cream cones after the movies let out. A bicycle rack in the nearby

alleyway provided plenty of space for kids to park. The next business to occupy that location was Pittsburgh Paints. On the theatre’s west facing wall would be where Pacific, Gas and Electric would occupy its offices.

Less than a decade later, T&D Theatre was assimilated into the Fox West Coast conglomerate, as was Hi-Ho Theatre and other theatres within the state. Finally, the Christmas Eve issue of BoxOffice announced that T&D would close for a whopping $100,000 renovation.

Meanwhile, the neighboring Hi-Ho Theatre was planned to show all of T&D’s scheduled for performances until the renovation was complete. Unfortunately, T&D would never reopen.

Hi-Ho Theatre would likewise become absorbed into the conglomerate and be renamed Fox Theatre, which eventually shut down.

In December 1956, Crocker-Anglo Bank mulled the idea of restructuring the theatre, but the space sat vacant. In February 1957, just minutes after a wrecking crew examined the interior, a large section of the roof crashed to the auditorium floor. They surmised that an accumulation of rain likely weakened the walls to lean outward and caused the beams to drop. Further calculations determined an absence of steel wall reinforcements, which only guaranteed its fate.

As workers began dismantling the T&D Theatre, hidden within the elegant lady was the discovery of her steel frame, which withstood neglect and destruction after all.

Nonetheless, all traces of her were erased, but not without a stubborn farewell.

New Footprints in Concrete

Then and now, see box, right.

Throughout the years, various storefront incarnations have resided where the T&D Theatre once stood. Today, Spearhead Coffee, sits on the movie palace footprint as ethically-sourced coffee beans swirl inside a roaster. With wood and pipe gleaned from the walls of the rebuilt structure, a planked suspended ceiling, bar and seating areas were created. Paso’s Pizza Kitchen occupies restaurant space on the east wall of Spearhead Coffee, while The Spa Central Coast occupies a meditative retreat beyond the west wall. Further west, the Courtyard of shops and Heritage Oaks Bank extend west toward Vine Street.

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The 18th Annual Paso Robles Rotary Winemakers’ Cookoff will be held August 13, from 6-9 p.m. at the Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Avenue.

They will again bring Paso Robles’ top winemakers together to compete to see who is the best chef, and organizers expect the tickets to sell fast, limiting attendance to just 1,200 tickets. Nearly 30 local wineries are participating and the event will feature multiple local breweries as well.

Tickets are $85 and are available now at eventbrite.com.

“The Paso Robles Winemakers’ Cookoff has become one of Paso Robles’ most-popular wine, food and music events,” says event co-chairper-

dren or pets allowed. Free parking is available on-site.

Judges announced The 2016 Cookoff judging crew consists of five respected food and wine industry professionals: Robert Whitley, a San Diego-based syndicated wine writer and wine-industry judge; Mike Cervin, a Santa Barbara-based food and wine journalist and author; William Bloxsom-Carter, former Executive Chef of the Playboy Mansion and current Chef and Owner of The Canyon Villa in Paso Robles; Sara Schneider, wine editor for Sunset magazine; and Brigit Binns, a local cookbook author and culinary educator.

“It’s a great group of talented individuals who know their food and wine,” says Cookoff Co-Chair David Lundy. “Everyone who participates in the Winemakers’ Cookoff knows they better bring their “barbeque A-game” to this event. And this year, I’m sure the judges won’t be disappointed!”

son Vicky Silva. “Participating wineries or breweries pair their grilled culinary creations with their finest wines or beers and compete for both Judges’ Choice and People’s Choice awards the day of the event. We are expecting tickets to sell out fast.”

All proceeds from the event benefit local high school scholarships.

Thanks to the event, the Paso Robles Rotary contributed $30,000 to Paso Robles High School scholarships last year. Since the event’s inception, over $400,000 in scholarships has been awarded to local high school students.

Do’s & Don’ts Must be 21 to attend, blankets & beach chairs are welcomed. No chil-

AT THE LIBRARY Here’s what’s happening in the Paso Robles City Library in August:

Adult Coloring Club

Experience the newest crafting craze – coloring for adults!

De-stress, socialize with others, and create beauty at our monthly coloring programs just for adults.

Join us in the Library Conference Room August 10, 6-8 p.m.

All materials supplied by the Paso Robles Library Foundation. If you are already an avid colorist, feel free to bring your own.

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children’s library starting at 1:30 p.m. the day of the event. Make a fantastic creation using their Lego blocks to put on display in the library for the month of August.

Summer Reading Program – Children

Summer Lego Build, Wednesday, August 3, 1-3 p.m. Library Study Center, 3600 Oak Street; 2-4:30 p.m. Children’s Library Story Hour Room Brazil-themed Movie ‘Rio’ and Activity, Wednesday, August 10, 2-4 p.m. See a movie and make your own carnival mask. Library Conference Room. TICKET REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. Due to limited seating, FREE tickets will be distributed in the

Summer Reading Program – Teens

Olympic-themed movie, Friday, August 5, 6-8 p.m. Library Conference Room Summer Reading Program – Adults Adult Coloring Club, Wednesday, August 10, 6- 8 p.m., Library Conference Room

PASO PEOPLE The judges’ duties include sampling the wine and food pairings prepared on site by the participating wineries and breweries to determine winners of the Judges’ Choice awards. In a parallel food and wine pairing competition, participating wineries and breweries solicit votes from attendees for the People’s Choice awards. A “Professional Chef ” category also allows a winery to team up with its favorite restaurant or caterer to compete for the best professional entry.

Art: The digital photography of Dean Crawford, Jr., all month Book Group Discussion: Once a Runner by John Parker, Friday, August 19, 7 p.m., Library Conference Room The Paso Robles City Library is located at 1000 Spring Street and is open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. 8 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For more information on library programs and events, please call 2373870 or visit www.prcity.com/library.

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GOLDEN STATE CLASSICS PRESENT LABOR

By Chuck Desmond Do you like the old cars? The Classic Cars? The Street Rods?

Woodies? Custom jobs? Since 2013, the Golden State Classics car club has been the local North County support system for us to get our car-fix!

GSC was originally started by Tony Oronato and Ken Fowler as an outgrowth of the organizations that preceded it.

Tony and Ken loved this genre of vehicles and decided to strike out on their own. It was pretty easy to see that Paso was some sort of ‘magnetic hub’ for classic cars. Seems that on any given weekend – especially in our nice-weather months – it’s pretty common to see these fantastic cars from the past motoring through downtown, out on the winery trails or gathered around the park near the Paso Robles Inn. They also had a bit of a break in that Ken happens to own Kings Oil Parts that occupies what used to be the Reneau dealership at 23rd and Spring Streets. The parking lot is huge and what used to be the sales office building in the front was modified to be a fulltime show room for the men.

But these aren’t ordinary men with “Toys to show off.’’ No sir, they began a legacy of benevolence back to the children of the community.

On the second Saturday of each month from March through October in the 5 to 7 p.m. time slot, the parking lot is open for free for folks to bring vehicles and for folks to see vehicles. Perhaps you’ve seen some of these gatherings as you’ve driven by and maybe you wondered what was going on. Maybe you thought you’d like to stop in but figured it 28

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was a private or closed event.

Well, I’m here to tell you, it ain’t so! These gatherings are for everyone – with or without a vehicle to show off. Usually there are about 30 who show up with lawn chairs, tales of vehicles and life in general.

Over time, people develop and foster a camaraderie with each other based around the love of those past days in our transportation history. Anyone can bring any vehicle with no criteria and no fee attached. It’s just all about the cars!

Now back to the benevolent part of the story. By sales of hot dogs, sodas, chips (all three for about 5 bucks!) and a 5050 raffle, the GSC raises and donates all the proceeds from these eight months to Pioneer

Museum for one expressed intent. That intent is to pay for transportation for schools to send children to Pioneer Museum for tours! These tours are usually done in the first months after school begins in the Fall and last year, over 600 students were able to go – all because of that simple premise!

PASO PEOPLE AND now onto the Labor Day Classic Cruise and Car Show, Friday, Sept. 2nd is Cruise Night. From all over California, Arizona, Neveda and who knows where else, 300 vehicles cruise Spring Street.

Again, maybe you’ve seen one of these events in the past and you know how totally and utterly cool is a street cruise.

Please see CAR SHOW page 30

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MEGA SWAP MEET AT WOODLAND AUTO DISPLAY

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After a very successful WWW8 Open House, when over 4500 were in attendance to check out the over 250 cars situated in and around the museum’s incredible collection of military aircraft and displays, the Warbirds are excited to announce the next family day event, The Inaugural Central Coast Mega Swap Meet, planned for Sunday, September 25, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (sellers and vendors at 6 a.m.).

Presented by Woodland Auto Display and 1010 Garage, the all day event with something for everyone in the family will feature numerous new and used items in such categories as: street rod parts, vintage auto parts, vintage race car parts, vintage motorcycle parts, vintage tractor parts plus hit and miss engines, Petroliana Collectibles, automotive art, a car corral. A special thanks to the West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame for your ongoing support!

A food court featuring Firestone Walker Beer Garden plus live music and a demonstration by the North

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County Cloud Clippers with their array of remote control aircraft.

For a special half price $5 admission

CAR SHOW from page 28

This year’s will be from 6 to 8 p.m. but if you’re downtown that day or even the days before, you’ll begin to see the arrivals. Plan on it! Bring your lawn chairs, a cooler of beverages, good walking shoes and have an absolute ball as the treasures-on-wheels roll by. But that’s not all – Saturday in and around City Park these cars and their owners will be center stage for viewing and super conversation. It’s just beyond a grand time.

From the proceeds of the Cruise

PASO PEOPLE fee (under 12 free) you’ll be able to check out the Swap meet and tour the numerous buildings of the Warbirds Museum and Woodland Auto Display. The Estrella Warbirds Museum is located at 4251 Dry Creek Road in Paso Robles. Bring the whole family! Plenty of parking…just following the signs! For more information call Wayne 460-9181 or ewarbirds.org.

Weekend, thousands of dollars are donated back to all kinds of local non profits!

Want to know more? Want to participate? It’s $45 to enter and all the info is at www.goldenstateclassics.com or contact the current president, Paulette Pahler at PaulettePahler@gmail.com.

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By Millie Drum FARMstead ED presents the first Central Coast Beef and Wine Festival on Saturday, August 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Halter Ranch Vineyard. This inaugural event is designed to both celebrate and educate the attendees about the locally grown trends and resources in addition to serving as a fundraiser for must! Charities and the SLO County Cattlewomen Agricultural Scholarships. Ranchers and producers who both raise beef and grow wine grapes on their properties will be showcasing their wines alongside the sizzlin’ BBQ fare cooked-up by RFDTV’s famed Cowboy Flavor. The winery participants are Ancient Peaks Winery, B & E Vineyard, Halter Ranch, Hearst Ranch Winery, Jack Creek Cellars, Seven Oxen Estate Wines and Vintage Cowboy Winery.

The festival will feature a “whole herd” of beef and wine tasting stations for people to graze and sip their way

and seminars held at local farms, ranches and other agricultural related venues. The success and popularity of the events is due to the unique experiences and hands-on classes that have a charm of their own. The classes/ seminars often feature a mercantile market that is stocked with items related to the class; perfect for the festival is tasty as well as educational! DIY in your own FARMstead ED Tickets are $95 and available at www. backyard. If you’re interested in hostfarmsteaded.com or by calling 805- ing a FARMstead ED Pop-Up party 226-2081. Halter Ranch Vineyard at your location, give Lynette Sonne is located at 8910 Adelaida Road in a call or email! 226-2081 or info@ Paso Robles.

FARMsteadED.com.

Since the production of beef cattle is California’s fifth largest, and our SLO County’s second largest, commodity, the mission of the California Cattlewomen Association is to promote a better understanding for consumers with regard to the origination of our food, the quality and safety controls and the impact of the beef industry on the state and local economy.

Visit www.cattlewomen.org.

FARMstead Ed brings folks together with locally grown and made products and resources through Ag Educational experiences, events and gatherings. FARMstead ED’s goal is to promote SLO County’s FARMsteading skills and practices through pop-up FARMsteading classrooms Lynette Sonne, Founder FARMstead ED

through the historic Halter Ranch Barnyard. The beef is provided by Harris Ranch and will be prepared by notable RFD-TV cooking celebrities Billy and Sue of Cowboy Flavor. Cowboy Flavor will be preparing beef dishes that feature various cuts of meat paired with local wines for a unique tasting/culinary experience. Barbeque masters and the SLO County CattleWomen will be serving up and sharing “how-to” prep, cooking and health tips about beef, one of our favorite proteins.

The ranches of California’s Central Coast produce superior quality cattle.

In order to promote the local beef industry, the women of the SLO Cattlewomen Association dedicate their time and energy to educate the public about the benefits of beef. We’re all familiar with the slogan, “Beef!

It’s what’s for dinner!” Words from not only a popular ad campaign; but you’ll discover that the menu at this

The Voice of the Visitor Center

By Karyl

Lammers

groomed, your efforts are another reason tourists continually come back for more!

The Visitor Center entertains people from all over the world 7 days a week. Three volunteers, the chamber staff, and I work hard to make their time with us memorable. We can answer their questions, walk-in, call or email us. We have information for visitors, business professionals and the community regarding news, events, and things to see and do.

The Chamber is actively working to better serve members as we move forward. To quote our Chairman of the Board, John Arnold, “The Chamber is the largest business organization in Paso Robles. We are here to promote quality of life by building a strong local economy while instilling community collaboration with our business, city and tourism partners for the region of Paso Robles.”

Executive Director Visitor Center

Lemonade, Iced Tea, Mint Julep and a Magnolia Tree…Ah! Hot August Nights have arrived.

Life in Paso Robles is exemplary.

On any given night you can look up and clearly see stars, the Milky Way, planets and most often the moon.

I like to mention this to visitors because with all the city lights, they don’t see what we see. Another reason our sky is so beautiful is our air quality. We have few light-factories and everything is spread out, so, we don’t have the pollution of most cities. Paso is surrounded by beautiful oak trees, vineyards, olive and nut orchards, lavender plots and grain fields. Just look around and you will see why it is such a popular destination!

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Travelers enjoy staying close to downtown so they can enjoy the shops, restaurants, Park theatre, wine tasting rooms, olive oil and cheese tastings, candy & ice cream, tea, coffee, art, gifts, Carnegie Library, and friendly downtown merchants. It is amazing to me just how many people love to spend their vacations here. We take for granted and forget how fortunate we are to live here. Our downtown city park greets visitors with the welcome of green grass, large old trees, an old fashioned gazebo and picnic tables. We can enjoy a stroll through the park day or night and feel safe.

Special Thanks go to the Paso Robles Police Department for making us secure and to the city maintenance folks for keeping us well

AUGUST EVENTS

CHAMBER

8/10: Mixer – Premier Ag (5:30) 8/19: Women in Business Lunch (11:30) 8/31: Wake Up Paso (7:30)

COMMUNITY

8/4, 11, 18, 25: Concerts in the Park (5:30-7:30) Food & Music 20: Trading Day (Kid’s Flea Market, Kids Bike Rodeo)

NATIONALLY

8/5 thru 8/21: Summer Olympics in Rio 7: National Sister Day (Surprise her) 31: National Dog Day (Extra cookie & hug will work) Last month without football (for those of us who care)

Take this month to have fun, relax and get ready for Fall Festivities, we’ve just begun!

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O N E O F PA S O R O B L E S ’ O L D E S T WINERIES REACHES NEW HEIGHTS

But one thing he knew for sure; he started one of the first commercial wineries that went on to shape the economic and agricultural look of Paso Robles. For generations the Rōtta family maintained production of the vineyards and winery selling “Jug wine” under the family label. In 1990, great-grandson Mike Giubbini took control of the winery ushering in the next generation of Rōtta wines. Mike moved away from the old field blend and began producing varietal wines. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc graced the Rōtta label for the first time.

In 2013, Mike decided it was time to retire but needed to find the right person to keep the Rōtta magic alive.

When I came upon Rōtta, I knew this was my opportunity to be a part of the magic of Paso.

Just standing in the little valley in amongst the steep slopes full of the old vines I could feel it.”

— Sebastian Budeguer Enter Sebastian Budeguer. Sebastian Budeguer and his family have been passionate about agriculture for generations. He grew up on the family farm in Tucuman, Argentina where his family began farming and producing sugar cane. The family business has grown to include raising cattle and farming soy, corn, wheat and delicious peaches. His love for food and wine inspired him to plant a vineyard in Mendoza which led to the family starting Bodegas Budeguer, now a top winery in the region. His travels landed him in California where he discovered Paso Robles.

“I fell in love with Paso on my first trip and kept coming back,” said Budeguer. As a wine region I realized its potential for producing amazing, world class wines and wanted to get involved in a vineyard. When I came upon Rōtta, I knew this was my opportunity to be a part of the magic of Paso. Just standing in the little valley in amongst the steep slopes full of the old vines I could feel it.”

“And Rōtta being one of the oldest wineries in California so steeped in history; I knew I could help make it something special. With a site like this we could be making some of the best wines in the region.”

W I N E M A K E R C H R I S T I A N T I E TJ E TA S T I N G IN THE NEW BARREL EXPERIENCE

Over the next 3 years many changes occurred including a complete upgrade of the Rōtta production facility, property and the chore of breathing new life into the old vineyard. For the last, Budeguer asked winemaker Christian Tietje to join his team and design a new look for Rōtta and take the winemaking to a higher level. photos credit Dina Mande; wine image credit Lindsay Masten Lopez

“Sebastian and his family bring such a love for the land and passion for growing things,” said Tietje.

“The family knows agriculture. They know the key to the whole Rōtta project is the vineyard and those amazing soils, old sea bed that came up through plate tectonics over 20 million years, layers of sandstone, calcareous rock, quartz and Bone Rock. We have found whale vertebrae and crazy marine fossils everywhere. There is a very small area on the West Side and in Santa Margarita that have it. Bone rock brings a special character to the terroir,” said Tietje.

So important to Sebastian and the family was maintaining the Rōtta name and history as one of Paso’s oldest wineries. “Established in 1908 we wanted to pay respect to the past as well as step into the future,” said Tietje. “So we are bringing back the Rōtta Jug for tradition while we step into the future with the new label. We preserved the old winery ruin and are embracing it as our history like they do in Europe. Europeans love their ruins… so do we.”

The Old Winery building is the centerpiece to the new property complete with club house, gardens and Bocce court. It’s the beginning of an amazing wine experience that is a step above. “We tour people around to show them the uniqueness of the vineyards and let them see the bonerock.” Then Christian and his crew take them into the barrel room and go through an extensive barrel tasting that includes different wood selections, varietals and blending. “It really gets our guests into the winemaking process to help them understand the terroir of the site and how special Rōtta really is,” says Sebastian.

Rōtta currently produces only about 3,000 cases of wine per year. They specialize in Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux style blends, Malbec and Zinfandel. Rōtta wines are available exclusively through the Tasting Room and direct to customers via the website. Open daily for tasting and barrel tours from 10:30 to 5:30, 250 Winery Road, Templeton. Call the tasting room to make reservation for a barrel tour: (805) 237-0510.

Funkify your Sundays with Rōtta!

Live bands, food trucks, Bocce Ball and barrel tours every Sunday, 1–4pm!

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By Melissa Chavez It’s all about enjoying music to celebrate and support music and community when Beaverstock kicks-off. The two-day festival, nestled in Castoro’s Whale Rock Vineyard, offers tons of family fun with 15 bands and artists, two stages, an Artist Grove, Yoga and Wellness activities, games and more.

“Ticket sales are looking very strong this year and I wouldn’t be surprised if we sell out both days,” said Luke Udsen, director of California Sales and Marketing. “The best thing a prospective attendee can do is get tickets in advance to make sure they don’t miss out on the fun!”

Beaverstock’s Main Stage will howl with the soulful, Grammy-nominated powerhouse of Sharon Jones and the DapKings. The funk-meets-alt-rock, and Stevie Wonder-inspired The Main Squeeze will get everyone head-nodding to the beat.

Shook Twins are two string-playing sisters whose harmonies thrive in Indie folkpop. Tumbleweed Wanderers will play an electrified interpretation of Americana with grit and drivin’ guitars, lush organ and harmonies. One Time Spaceman is a local band who’s members include Jacob Odell, Dylan Johnson and Mark Adams. Captain Nasty is a funky Morro Bay band with an accent on saxophone, and the Shawn Clark Family Band will perform country-folk, roots-revival and Americana favorites with influences by Hank Williams and Ryan Delmore.

Singer-songwriter Jackie Greene headlines the Main Stage. The former Black Crowes lead guitarist performs pop and rootsy originals and has toured extensively with top acts, including Susan Tedeschi, B.B. King and Buddy Guy. Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe is a tight-playing, highenergy band of funk, rock and jazz featuring brass and driving percussion.

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Dustbowl Revival serves up an array of bluegrass, pre-war blues and New Orleans funk.

Moonshiner Collective draws fans with harmonies and influences of Mumford and Sons and The Avett Brothers. Acoustic guitar fret kings Bear Market Riot delight their audiences with bluegrass, folk, Americana and much more. Swedish sister string band, Baskery, is a rebel version of the Go-Go’s. Singer-songwriter, Chris Beland, influenced by Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, presents honest, unpretentious offerings of original songs, and Samba Loca pumps crowds with an energetic, rhythmic mélange of Afro-Brazilianmeets-drumline percussion.

In the Artist Grove, visitors can stir their senses and talk with local artists in the Co-Lab Art Gallery, and receive 10% discounts while supporting child education. There’s even a Dream Lounge where folks can chill out with free art classes, plus yoga classes from 12 noon to 7:30 p.m. Food and beverages are available for purchase, including Castoro’s great wines, craft brews, hard cider, food trucks offering entrees, and desserts.

This year, the Udsen family, owners of Castoro Cellars, will announce the recipient of the event’s proceeds.

This year’s lucky non-profit organization will be the Templeton High School Band. Their top-ranked music program has won multiple field and drum line competitions.

Beaverstock tickets range from $45 to $80 for 1 to 2-day passes. Click “Video/Pics” link on the web site to hear samples of the music artists on the “Spotify Playlist” tab, order tickets and find out complete details at: Castoro Cellars.com.

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LOCAL GOODS REPORT

FRESH WATERMELON SPRITZER ON A HOT PASO NIGHT? JUST SAY YES .

from

GENERAL STORE PASO ROBLES

And the name?

(Another sip, this time Lavender Honey.)

The name ‘YES’ is actually a nod to Improv - the acting technique based on some very simple rules. The first rule, of course, is to always say “Yes, and…” The idea is to be a contributor, a team player, and to add more to the existing scene. Paso has some amazing things happening right now, especially in the craft spirits movement. We are simply adding our “yes, and…” to the industry with our mixers.

(AND IF YOU COME TO SUMMER BASH ON AUGUST 13, YOU CAN TRY IT FIRSTHAND!)

It would be hard to say no to Lauren Butler. She’s bubbly, engaging, and smart. That she pours a mean Moscow Mule (made with her own YES Artisan Beverages) makes it that much harder. We were so impressed with her products, created with fiancé Brandon, and Brandon Alpert and Lauren Butler so taken by her energy, we brought her on board at General Store not only as a producer, but as an employee, too! We grabbed What’s your favorite cocktail for a hot August night in Paso? her between gigs (she also teaches music and sells at farmer’s markets) to I am crazy about our watermelon rosemary. It’s refreshing and light learn more about how YES came to be. and can even be topped up with seltzer for a spritzer style cocktail.

My favorite part is that we use 100% FRESH watermelons – no artificial watermelon flavoring. The organic rosemary we sourced from SLO county lends minty and piney notes to round out a refreshing drink.

Just, wow. (We said, sipping from a Sriracha Margarita.)

How did this all come about?

We began as a lemonade stand! We were two actors (recently off a two

year international children’s theatre tour) in search of a new adventure. We invested in a juice press and a pop-up tent, bought some lemons from a local farm in Cambria, and got juicing. However, I knew I didn’t want to serve just any lemonade. It had to be unique! So, we created custom purees and syrups to enhance the lemonade we were serving. The mixers we sell today are based on the fresh fruit and herb blends from our lemonade.

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...Come sample the goods at our annual Summer Bash on August 13th!

Proceeds support MUST! Charities and stay right here in our community.

Happy summer, neighbors!

The Team at General Store Paso Robles

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COUNTY PERSPEC TIVE

Bruce Curtis

By mid June the hue and cry made it to Monterey St. in San Luis Obispo where Supervisors got into the debate proposing oak Trolled: It shouldn’t come as protection legislation. It wasn’t really that a a surprise that social media is new ordinance was needed – both county killing TV and cable; accord- officials and conservation district represening to Nielsen figures, us boomers watch near- tatives were already convinced Justin Vinely 40 hours a week, while our descendents, yards had broken county ordinances; they the millennial, watch barely 21 hours a week. ordered them to stop work.

Social-media saturated teens watch even less; 17 hours a week.

The 240 acres being New trends are always a mixed bag; one already graded happened to positive is the democratization of news—esbe on the same road on which pecially political news. Social media has given citizens a voice, but at a price; big city dailies Burkhart lives, Willow Creek. and TV networks have suffered double-digit Soon she and other volunteers audience in just the past five years alone.

The trend also spawned a new meme so toxhad rounded up hundreds ic it could kill Facebook: a mutation so unspeakof signatures asking county ably repugnant that people are fleeing social supervisors to stop the media in terror as social justice warriors invade.

The social justice warrior label applies to clearcutting. internet bloggers and activists whose temperament drives them to endlessly rage about By then the oaks had new stature. They’ve everything from oppression to political correct- always had status, appearing on our hills, in ness. If you ever dare to disagree with them, our walkways, even the very name of our city, they’ll castigate you on everything from your all reflect the Spanish word for oak tree. family heritage to your looks, your breath, your By late June, an ordinance had been fashbrainpower, even your purposelessness. Dare ioned for a vote, not that it would have done to dissent and you’ll be told you’re Hitleresque. much good for the hundreds of trees already cut, but supporters were anxious to prevent You just encountered a social justice warrior.

Steward and Linda Resnick and Justin Vine- a future balding of our hilly backyard. Board yards certainly know what it’s like to run afoul member Frank Mecham asked staff for an interof social activism…not the Internet kind, but im ordinance to protect the trees until the entire the hometown variety. The company, part of board could work out a more lasting version. a multinational firm known as The Wonderful As for Justin, perhaps recognizing the pubCo. was in the midst of an expansion on prop- lic relations scandal they’d unleashed, the erty west of Paso Robles, grading and taking Resnicks agreed to donate and restore the out oak trees. The company’s main complex previously re-sculpted hills as a land conseron Chimney Rock might seem to be a bit out vancy, in exchange for which the county will in the woods to offend, but when the grad- forego prosecution.

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ing and tree pulling got the attention of West side residents, like Diane Burkhart, a petition was launched to stop the oak removal. The 240 acres being already graded happened to be on the same road on which Burkhart lives, Willow Creek. Soon she and other volunteers had rounded up hundreds of signatures asking county supervisors to stop the clearcutting.

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Dubious Distinction: As a TV-watching

boomer, I’m enjoying Half Price Paradise, a reality show about couples ditching their hightax rat-race life in Chicago and New Jersey for cheaper, nicer homes in Florida and Honduras.

After San Luis Obispo county received two dubious but related honors, I’m about ready to join them.

The first distinction is that we saw county homes rise to a median average price of nearly $559,000 in May. That sticker shocking figure reflects an increase of over 12% over the previous year’s average, according to the California Realtor’s Association. Home sales usually drop when prices skyrocket but not this time; total sales were up a substantial 11% over the same period in 2015, and the summer home buying season had yet to arrive.

The second is being named the sixth least affordable place to live in America.

San Luis Obispo came in behind only Brooklyn, Marin County, Santa Cruz and San Francisco, according to RealtyTrac, which conducted the survey which thus honored us. According to RealtyTrac, it takes 90% of the average local resident’s monthly income to afford a home here. That raises a question: how far can you stretch the definition of quality-of-life when you’re barely hanging on, paying nine-tenths of your paycheck to cover your mortgage.

What is the solution? One recently proposed by Jerry Brown, our once-moonbeamed governor, is to do away with current state and local building rules, which opponents say are used primarily to prevent development. Slow, overly burdensome building permit processes, run by bureaucrats who lack accountability to citizens and homebuilders are the criticisms, and they echo frustrations felt here in San Luis Obispo County. Brown’s proposal would kill current state and local planning department deal-brokering force planners to approve new urban homes where the historic property zoning allows it. But the governor’s proposal would only apply to urban areas.

In the mean time, here in the place we call home, affordable housing remains something of an oxymoron.

Someone ought to do something about it.

I should get on my soapbox, become a social justice warrior and blog endlessly about the problem in the vain hope that an angry stream of words will make houses more affordable, I should rail because by railing, people will change their minds…

Oh, wait…

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PUBLIC RALLIES WITH FUNDRAISING SUPPORT

Budget Drought Challenges Templeton Fire and Emergency Services

Left to right: Chief Bill White, FF Noah McClain, FF Trevor Aguilar, Captain / Training Coordinator Brandon Wall and FF Ryan Randall.

By Melissa Chavez Residents in the small, close knit community of Templeton were shocked in April when the Templeton Fire Department and Emergency Services suffered the theft of $2,000 worth of wild land firefighting equipment. The items were taken after the firefighters temporarily left their training exercise to respond to the scene of a nearby multi-vehicle accident.

What added insult to injury was that among the items were two hose packs that each contained 400-foot spools of fire hose and nozzles. Commonly used in wild land firefighting, this equipment is in aged condition and in short supply.

gentleman donated several dollars, walked past, then turned right back around. He asked that I relay to firefighters a sincere “Thank you!” for their service, but expressed regrets, wishing he could donate even more. “That day, we raised $571.”

At press time, the department tallied $4,200 in donations. More were anticipated at a recent movie night fundraiser at Templeton High School, sponsored by Jessica Aggson at ReMax Parkside Realty.

Following a no-questionsasked appeal by the department, the stolen items were eventually returned. However, the inciMany hands make light work dent has increased public con Like wildfire, news of the bra- cern about Templeton’s ongoing zen theft spread through social budget constraints in yet anothmedia blogging and commercial er drought-stricken season. media outlets. Almost immediately, people expressed concern The budget drought and several arrived at the fire- On June 9, the Templeton house to give money donations Community Services District and another rallied Facebook readers to “Pass the Boot” at Farmers Market.

One of two volunteers said, “I received donations from visitors from as far away as New Mexico and watched parents teach their smaller children how to donate. One lady walked back to her car to write a $50 check and plunked it in the boot.

Another gave $200. Some who donated walked across the street for a firehouse tour and gave them even more. One

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meeting agenda included discussion of emergency preparedness training and adoption of the 2016-2017 Fiscal Year Budget and Appropriations Limit resolution.

With scorching temperatures and increased callouts, Fire Department dollars stretches only as far as dilapidating hose.

Unlike typical municipal budgets, this unincorporated fire department receives no funds from the $1.6 million in sales tax revenue collected in 2015.

From the 2016-17 fiscal budget, Templeton’s property tax allocation is $735,303, or 8.4% of what San Luis Obispo collects in annual property taxes.

In part, the allocation subsidizes the Chief ’s part-time position plus one captain position.

A four-year SAFER Grant subsidizes a second captain position, but that contract is due to expire. All other firefighters receive just $10-$15 per call-

out as Paid On Call firefighters, and members often pay for needed equipment from their own pockets.

The department suffers many challenges. In 2014, they responded to 754 calls for service, averaging 63 per month. Not only do they serve Templeton, but also other fire fighting agencies per Mutual Aid agreements.

“Our equipment budget of $12,000 is what we have to last the fiscal year, which ended June 30. Already, that budget became exhausted,” Chief White recently explained. “Our rescue truck is out of service and replacements run $18,000 to $30,000. A truck like this is important because it does a number of things. The pump and tank equipment enables us to respond to smaller fires and those who aren’t yet qualified to drive the larger trucks can also use it.”

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Templeton Events

By

Heather Young

SUMMER HEATS UP, TEMPLETON POOL NOT

OPEN AS OFTEN DUE TO LIFEGUARD SHORTAGE Concerts in the Park Templeton’s summer Concerts in the Park series runs every Wednesday through August 17, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Templeton Community Park.

Local food vendors will be set up during the concerts, though attendees may bring their own picnics and beverages, including alcohol, along with lowback chairs, blankets and small tables. Dogs and smoking are not allowed during the concert.

While alcohol is allowed in the park, no glass is preferred for the safety of everyone in attendance. New this year, the Chamber has a beer and wine garden in the park near the corner of 5th and Crocker streets. The beer garden includes Adirondack chairs, side tables, warm blankets, ice cold beer from Barrelhouse Brewing Company and wine by the glass or bottle, from Castoro Cellars. For more information, call 434-4909.

The remaining 2016 concert lineup: Aug. 3: O’Donovan Aug. 10: The JD Project (6 to 8 p.m.)

Aug. 17: Monte Mills & Lucky Horseshoe Band (6 to 8 p.m.)

Templeton Pool Templeton Pool is open throughout the summer; however, due to an extreme shortage of lifeguards, the county pools will be closed on a rotating basis. The county is in the process of hiring additional lifeguards, but is still in need of more. Applications must be at least 16 years of age and have a driver’s license. Applicants may apply at www.governmentjobs. com/careers/slocountyca.

For more information, call 781-5930 or go to 781-1102 or go to www. slocountyparks.org.

Coffee with a CHP California Highway Patrol’s Templeton office hosts Coffee with a CHP the second Tuesday of each month at Nature’s Touch Nursery & Harvest, 225 Main St. in Templeton, at 8:30 a.m. The monthly coffee event gives locals the opportunity to interact with local law enforcement personnel on a more personal level.

Cheesemaking 101 at Alcea Rosea Farm Creamery Learn how to make cheese – hands-on – at Alcea Rosea Farm Creamery’s Cheesemaking 101 class with Bev Michels at the farm in Templeton on Sunday, Aug. 21 at 10:30 a.m. Each participant will get a complete kit of ingredients to make their own cheese at home.

The class will also include a farm fresh brunch with time to meet and greet with the farm animals.

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Community Shorts: Finders and Founders Community Shorts is a community read-aloud event that takes place each month at the Templeton Performing Arts Center on the Templeton High School campus on the third Sunday of the month at 4 p.m. Each month there will be a different theme or author.

Funds raised from donations will pay for the use of the facility and help fund North County Theatre Works. Donations will be accepted at the door. For more information, email northcountytheatreworks@ gmail.com or call 712-7999.

Templeton Community IMPACT Awards Dinner Templeton Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Templeton Community IMPACT Awards Dinner on Saturday, Aug. 27 in Templeton Community Park. The dinner will be catered by Chef Jeffry Wiesinger. The chamber will give out awards to recognize community leaders. To order tickets, call 434-1789.

After-Five Chamber Mixer: State Farm Insurance Templeton Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly After Five Mixer at State Farm Insurance, Courtney Morrow, 73 S. Main St. in Templeton on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. feeling to know that people out there care about their community and what we do.”

More public financial support is needed to fund their efforts. To learn more about Templeton Fire Department and Emergency Services, call 434-4900.

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San Miguel Reflections By

Lynne Schmitz

The San Miguel Lions Club is preparing to host this year’s Old Timers Picnic on Sunday, August 28 in the San Miguel Park on K Street.

The chicken barbecue, for which they are famous around here, will be served starting at noon.

Old-timers 80 years of age and older are given a free dinner. The oldest man and oldest woman present will receive a prize. There are new faces and new old-timers after 64 years, but descendants of the pioneers who have made attending the event a long-standing family tradition are there to meet and greet friends old and new.

Previous to the event, the 2016 Pioneer Day Royalty will be announced and the Old Timers Picnic is one of their first public appearances as they begin their exciting reign.

In the San Miguel Banner of September 3, 1959 there is an excellent account of that year’s Old Timers Picnic entitled “SEVENTH ANNUAL OLD TIMERS PICNIC A GRAND SUCCESS.” The picnic, founded in 1952 by the San Miguel Lions Club, was held on Sunday, August 31 in the San Miguel Park. The attendance was exceptional, the weather was perfect

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and the barbecued chicken was highly complimented. Lion Harry Eachus was general committee chairman and Bob Mann was Master of Ceremonies. Music was provided by a group from Atascadero Hospital directed by Marion Henry. (The old hospital in Atascadero was the sole provider of medical care for the north county until War Memorial Hospital opened its doors on ‘Hospital Hill’ in Paso Robles on January 2, 1950).

Booths were set up by The Native Daughters, the Rebekahs, the Catholic Ladies (Altar Society), The Lions Club and the Boy Scouts. Sales were brisk. The oldest man in attendance was Dan Mahoney; the oldest lady was Mrs. Mamie Fitzgerald. A picture of the Mission was the prize for coming the longest distance. It was awarded to Mrs. Ware of Laguna Beach, who was born in Ranchita Canyon and baptized at the Old Mission in May, 1894. The Watermelon-eating contest was won by Mark Powell and Mrs. Gus Chames won the Rolling Pin contest (there was no explanation).

Many familiar names filled the guest book presided over by Mrs. Ida Twisselmann. Family surnames from local cities and towns included: San Miguel: Stanley, Alexander, Wright,

Carpenter, Murphy, Dittemore, Parker, Work, Wickstrom, Kiening, Shanks, Bardness, Garelli, Basquez, Kalar, Machado, Rambo, Stringham, Turnbow, Renoud, Palmer, Dunnean, Winkler, Curtis (Indian Valley), Jensen, Twisselmann, Atwood, Lowry, Bayer, Awalt, Griffith, Hair, Fee, Dittemore, Stewart, Eddy, Rowe, Mann, Witcosky, Welch, Short, Pemberton, Bressler and Freeman; Paso Robles: Fitzgerald, Booth, Peters, Sutton, Palm, Cunningham, Thomas, Mills, Hibbard, Loose, Webb, Dodd (Adelaida district) Tidrow, Gates, Nevill, Lyle, Hardie and Huston; Atascadero: White, Bermingham and Sommers; Bradley: Uchytil; San Ardo: Hansen and Wittmann; San Luis Obispo: Mahoney, Stenner, Forbes, True; Shandon: Kuhnle; King City: Contrell; Coalinga; Kalar; Los Osos: Cottle; Pismo Beach; Wilding. Cayucos: Pedrotta.

Family members and other visitors from far and wide came from Santa Maria, Los Angeles, Alhambra, Laguna Beach, Inglewood and Chico in California and from Chicago and Kankakee in Illinois. It appears that the prize for ‘coming the longest distance’ must have been for someone born in the San Miguel area.

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HOOFBEAT

By Dorothy

Rogers

Viva La Fiesta!

Old Spanish Days “La Fiesta” is a tradition in Santa Barbara. On August 4-7 the city and the mission welcome visitors while competitors in the stock horse show and rodeo take the limelight at Earl Warren Showgrounds. The historic parade (desfile historico) winds through the streets down by the bay with colorful wagons, costumed riders and dancers where many historic events occurred.

Support Local Shows

We are indeed blessed to have a continuing buckle series at Pat Mar Ranch on N. Main St. in Templeton. August 21 San Luis Obispo County Quarter Horse Association offers an all breed show with dozens of classes. Stop in and visit. Ask questions and see if you might be intrigued enough to try one day. Remember to say “Thank you” to the hosts and all who work to make these events possible (including the sponsors). They are becoming fewer and further between. I don’t know of anyone who would not accept a sincere “thanks,” do you?

Kids Getting Restless?

“There’s nothing to do” you hear coming from a room with more “toys” than many in the world can imagine. Baloney. If someone is bored, they are not trying hard enough or they haven’t looked around

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in appreciation to see where their hands can be of use. Check out what is available here. How about helping to make the future a better place? Or build some character?

Trying something new, challenging oneself can be a positive experience, especially if there are photos to laugh about afterwards!

How about a session at Harris Stagelines? Or, the Work Ranch rodeo skills segment? Or, a family undertaking at the V6 in the Family Cowboy Academy in Parkfield?

Allen’s and Sue’s foals start in when less than a week old. It develops their minds and boosts trust. Check them out at www.imagineahorse. com and let them show you how.

They do have clinics at their Texas ranch, the new book, tools to aid in your work and videos.

About Your Last Chance this Season

Looking for some real adventure to “get away from it all?” Consider McGee Creek Pack Station.

It was in the 1870’s that the brothers McGee homesteaded what is now McGee Creek Pack Station.

“Lady C” rocking the stars Owners Lee and Jennifer Roeser and stripes. She is one of the provide the essentials plus good rare living Breyer horses, and food and historic footnotes on the Imagine a Horse belongs to Imagine a Horse. high Sierra unlike many. Experi Allen Pogue and Sue De enced guides with solid livestock Lauretis of the Red Barn conduct equine be- have both fought for our rights to venture into the havior studies and strive to see what is possible forest under supervision. A favorite on the Central with kindness. It’s almost impossible to haul their Coast, Dave Stamey has written about the Sierra in horses across the country, but they do work with several of his award winning songs. several universities near their ranch. Developing Priceless visually, there is something honest equipment, treats, videos and books to help build and true about the gift of the Sierras to us. Rida closer relationship between horses and humans. ers come from Australia and Europe to experience Allen and Sue have written a new book, The the mountains of our “backyard,” yet so often we Trick Horse Companion with copious photo- don’t relish or savor that which is available to us. graphs and construction data to help you, too. Don’t miss your chance to ride with Jennifer and There is little fun in watching a bored horse. It is Lee in God’s splendor. important to keep their sense of curiosity active when training or developing your relationship.

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surrounding pastures. Ranch Manager, Angela Alvarez and the VA staff will carry on the welcoming There is no Internet at the station, and relays of California tradition of “my house is your house.” The phone messages can take awhile, so be patient (760) Varian Museum will be open for self guided tours.

935-4324. Airlines can take you to Mammoth Don’t miss the mare walk or the catered food and Lakes where you will be picked up and whisked wine pouring. away – to the pristine lakes in the mountains.

Lester Buckley will travel from Tennessee to sign the video “The First of Many” in which he rides Make a Friend & Drive August 6 finds Brass Oak Driving Society spon- “Major Mac V,” Sheila’s young stallion in the hackasoring Buddy Buggy Days. Members of the BODS more outside on the Biddle Ranch for the first time. will help you get started in driving, adjusting har- She was able to see the short film from her bedside. ness to be the most effective or answer many of your Jaime Hernandez, the VA in house trainer, brought pressing questions before diving in head first. This is the young horse along. He is now taking some outa practical event and only costs $5. Better yet, if the side horses to work. Rob Bick of North Carolina will temperatures rise, the location is in Arroyo Grande. arrive in time to do a demo of VA show horses.

Contact Gloria (467-9204) to reserve your spot to Singer/songwriter Juni Fisher will give a concert featuring the song that I asked her to write about audit or to participate ($5).

Sheila and the CA bridle horse, “Silver Music in Varian Jubilee the Bridle.” My favorite line is ‘For gold can nev Greet friends and associates on the VA lawn sur- er buy the silver that horse has earned.” © Red rounded by some of the elegant horses Sheila Varian Geetar Music. and her staff have cultivated for decades., August 6 Get your reservations in now. This time there will and 7. This will be a time of sharing and celebrat- be tie of unity between the visitors and the staff in ing Sheila’s life and life work as seen standing in the sharing stories (Sheila wanted to be in the middle HOOFBEAT from page 48

Aug. 4-7 Old Spanish Days Fiesta, Santa Barbara, competition, parades, city streets, museums, Earl Warren Showgrounds (day shows are free for the public, but there may be a $10 to park fee, evening shows are ticketed), Fri., Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. finals tickets required Aug. 6 Buddy Buggy Days, learn the basics or improve your driving skills, club members who are

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experienced drivers offer help with adjusting harness to solving driving issues, $5 nominal fee, Ann McClure’s, AG, great way to learn and meet new people Aug. 6 & 7 Summer Jubilee & Celebration of Life, Varian Arabians, continuing the quest, history & tradition, short educational seminars, Varian Museum, stallion presentation, mare lines and

of the action with laughter abounding). I used to sit and visit with Sheila while she caught her breath during the open house as folks shared photos and accomplishments of their VA related equines. It was akin to being present during a family reunion.

Want to Lend a Hand?

Peaceful Valley Donkey Preserve in Texas is for donkeys. Apparently, a couple there turned donkeys loose on acreage and allowed them to breed willy nilly never touching them for years until there were about 200 total. Apparently, in Texas there is no law to prevent this. Peaceful Valley managed to gather up most of them. They are being cleaned up, wormed, have been given inoculations and immediate attention. Now, Peaceful Valley is seeking temporary homes to get them halter broken etc. in preparation for adoption.

Locally, Love Me Tender Farm in San Miguel has taken on about ten mothers and foal pairs to help socialize and teach basic ground manners. Are you interested in helping these creatures find permanent homes? Give Gloria (467-9204) a call or contact lovemetenderfarm.com for the details.

foals, sale horses, mare walk, breakfast, lunch & wine pouring, share memories with Sheila’s friends, Juni Fisher concert, registration required, 1275 Corbett Canyon, Arroyo Grande, learn about preserving the ranch, Sat. $80, Sun. $60, 489-5802

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Aug. 6-8 Joe Wolter Clinic, Carmel Valley Trail & Saddle Club, colt starting, $600, $480 each horsemanship 1 & 2, audit $25, Sally Askew 831639-4415 Aug. 6 Olympics Equestrian Individual and Team Eventing Dressage Day 1, check local or special channels for times Aug. 6 & 7 Cow horse show, RCR River Ranch, 5378 Monterey Rd., Paso Robles, Danny 467-9554 or Mark 559-936-5090 Aug. 7 Olympics Eventing Indiv. & Team Dressage Day 2 Aug. 7-9 Ventura Co. Fair Draft & Carriage Show, Ventura Co. Fairgrounds, Aug. 8 Aug. 8 Olympics Eventing Indiv. & Cross Country & Team Aug. 8-12 Kid’s Camp, Harris Stage Lines, 5995 N. River Rd., Paso, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. M-Th.. 8 a.m.- 7 p.m.

Fri., all levels, several breeds, showmanship, $300/ person, 237-1860, info@harrisstagelines.com Aug. 9 Olympics Eventing Team/Indiv. Jumping Final Aug. 10-14 Family Style Cowboy Academy, V6 Ranch, Parkfield, ltd. to 8 families, 20 horses available or byo horse, grass fed beef, parkfield.com Aug. 10 Olympics, Dressage Team Grand Prix Day 1 Aug. 11 Olympics Dressage Team Grand Prix Day 2 Aug. 12 Olympics Dressage Team Grand Prix Special, Team Victory Ceremony Aug. 14 Olympics Jumping Indiv. Qualification Aug. 15 Olympics Dressage Indiv. Grand Prix Freestyle Aug. 16 Olympics, Jumping Team Qualification Aug. 17 Olympics, Jumping Team Finals

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Aug. 19 Olympics Jumping Indiv. Final Round A & B Aug. 19-21 Rodeo Overnight Camp, Work Ranch, 75893 Ranchita Canyon Rd., San Miguel, $350 per camper includes horses, food, etc., sign up for lessons in the basics of riding, barrel racing,

View: Ocean & coastal dunes Access: Pecho Valley Road. Park in lot across from Camp Keep Fees: Free, so far Rated: Easy, but deep sand can be tiring for horses, go easy Time Factor: 10-12 mi., 3-4 hrs. at walk Trail: Single track, fire road through dunes, you may also ride on beach Feet: Barefoot fine for most horses, but suggest shoes, some rocks Dogs: Not on trails, leash in parking area, in vehicle if cool Camp: Horse water, take own water and food, reserved horse corrals, $7.50 non-refundable on credit card for camp plus $75/vehicle, primitive, see www.parks.ca.gov/default .asp?page_id=592 Overnight: Horse Camp advanced reservations required Main Ranger Station: Spooner’s Cove, 528-0512 for information.

First Aid: Ranger’s station, bring layered clothing, hat, sunscreen

breakaway, goat tying, team roping, lessons feature hourly rates M-Th. 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., 4673362 Kelly Aug. 21 SLOCQHA Open Show Series, Pat Mar Ranch, N. Main St., Templeton

Cell Reception: Spotty Caution: Snakes. Multi use. Be courteous to hikers and mountain bikers Maps: Ranger station, www.CCCMB.org or www.SLOPOST.org Participation: See above for trail clearing dates and events Trail Directions: A good wet weather ride, as we encourage riders to stay off single track trails immediately following rain. Stay entirely on the dunes side of Pecho Rd. From parking, ride down the left side of the road heading back out of park. Follow trail to the left (by where surfers park at Hazard Canyon). Cross creek. Climb out of creek. Take the first trail to the right, parallels road. Follow trail until you see well traveled trails to left. These trails head to the back bay. Once near the back bay, find trails leading to the beach or stay along back bay. Makes a big loop bringing you back to Hazard Canyon and Camp Keep parking.

For more options cross the road at Cable or Bloody Nose Trail.

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BUSINESS Wine Country Theatre presents “Fiddler on the Roof ” this month

By Heather Young Wine Country Theatre will present its next production, “Fiddler on the Roof,” Aug. 12 to 28 in the Park Street Ballroom, 1232 Park St. in Paso Robles.

The musical is based on Sholem Aleichem’s short story, “Tevye and His Daughters, Fiddler on the Roof,” and was written by Joseph Stein. The musical was one of the first Broadway productions to deal with serious issues such as persecution, poverty and holding on to one’s beliefs.

The musical is set in 1905 in a small Jewish village in Russia. It tells the story of a poor dairyman who attempts to instill his Jewish traditions in his five daughters as they face changing social norms and anti-Semitism.

The production of “Fiddler of the Roof ” is the fourth for the nonprofit theater company this year, more than it has produced in past years. The first three for 2016 took place in February, March and April; “The Kings of Cool,” “Of Mice and Men” and “The Last Five Years,” respectively.

Wine Country Theatre Executive Director Cynthia Anthony formed the company after she and other theater people realized there hadn’t been a long-term, ongoing theater company since Pioneer Players disbanded. She said the 2003

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earthquake contributed to the dissolution of the company because of the lack of professional theater spaces in the North County.

“Not having a professional theater in our town is very limiting,” she said.

Despite that she was able to partner with Larry and April Gomez of Via Vega Winery, which was the catalyst for Wine Country Theatre.

“We’re committed to growing a community with high standards in the North County,” Anthony said. “We need community support of any kind – talent, funders, donors, volunteers.”

The theater company is under the umbrella of Project Theater Foundation, which is working to showcase cultural activities and to raise fund to building a community theater in the North County.

Just two-thirds of the way through 2016, more shows are in the works for the rest of the year. “Fiddler on the Roof ” will run for three weeks in August.

“Fiddler on the Roof ” will be performed Aug. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 14, 21 and 28 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $15 for students. The group rate of $20 each is available for groups of eight or more.

To purchase tickets, call 1-800-838-3006 or go to www.winecountrytheatre.com.

“Fiddler on the Roof” cast and crew: Tevye: Jacob Shearer Golde: Veronica Surber Tzeitel: Makenzie Hart Hodel: Christina Rogers Chava: Ashlyn Brookshire Shprintze: Libby Higgins Bielke: Charlotte Surber Yente: Beth Marshall Motel: Sean McCallon Perchik: Thomas Grandoli Lazar Wolf: Garrett Larsen Mordcha (The Innkeeper): Jim Brescia Rabbi: Geoff Higgins Mendel (his son): Grant Larsen Avram (the Bookseller): Kevin Ager Nachum (the Beggar) and Russian: Edgar Delacruz Grandma Tzeitel: Beth McCallon Fruma: Sarah Kate Kravets Yussel (the Hatmaker): Rex Thornhill Constable and Jewish Papa: Gerald Manata Fyedka: Creston Cooper Shaindel (Motel’s Mother): Mary Alvarado The Fiddler: Michael Whipp Russian Soldier: Caleb Cole Chava Ballet Dancer: Jenevieve Crossett Chorus/ensemble: Dena Vertrees, Lucas Vertrees, Amanda Campbell, Ella Gomez, Curran Bojorquez, Whitney Adams, Brianna Birks, Hayley Przbyla, Allie Ontiveras, Bailey Bojorquez, and Greg Stoulil Director: Cynthia Anthony Music Director: Mark Robertshaw Choreographer: Saundra Woods Communications Director: Laurie Zenobio Stage Manager: Katie Whipp

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BUSINESS

THE STORY: BEER BEFORE GLORY

By Millie Drum

From day one, Firestone and Walker prioritized function over form, and beer before glory. The original brewery was on the back-forty of the Firestone family vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley. It was just a shed on a dirt road. Money was reinvested in better equipment, ingredients and methods to continue the relentless pursuit of the perfect beer.

It just happened that brothers-in-law ended up owning a brewery together. Adam AKA the bear. David AKA the lion. With Adam Firestone leaning toward winemaking and David Walker’s lack of experience in fermentation, they believed that 60-gallon oak barrels were suitable for creating the “ultimate elixir.”

Attempts and an early failure ultimately resulted in the Firestone Union oak barrel brewing system.

Based on classic brewing traditions from Burton-Upon-Trent method popularized in 19th century Britain, this unlikely system of linked barrels yielded what was to become their flagship beer – Double Barrel Ale (DBA). Firestone Walker Brewing Company was founded and established in 1996 leading with the barrel-fermented Double Barrel Ale (DBA). In 2001, Firestone Walker moved brewing operations to Paso Robles; perfectly suiting the growth while maintaining the Santa Ynez Valley roots with the Taproom Bar in Buellton.

Brewmaster Matt Brynildson joined the team in 2001. In the years since, Matt has become one of the world’s leading brewmasters.

Through the years, he’s expanded the beer portfolio to include iconic pale ales and vintage barrel-aged beers including the release in 2006 of Ten – the inaugural Anniversary Ale that anchored what was to become one of the most extensive barrel-aging programs in the craft beer industry. The creation of

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Union Jack IPA ultimately spawned a family of IPAs, including Double Jack, Wookey Jack and Easy Jack.

Six years later in 2012, Firestone Walker christened the new state-ofthe-art 60 barrel brewhouse at the Paso Robles brewery and launched the inaugural Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest that gathers the top brewers from the United States and the world. In 2013, Barrelworks in Buellton is launched; a cathedral

roots will continue to run deeper as Firestone Walker heads into its 20th anniversary year on the Central Coast. “We introduced the idea of expanding the brewhouse a couple of years ago and this is the fulfillment of that dream,” said Adam Firestone. “We have watched other notable California crafts develop strategies outside the state, but we remain committed to this commu-

Adam Firestone

adds. “We are right where we need to be in terms of brewing beer for the homefront.”

The plan calls for an extension of the existing brewhouse along the western front of the brewery; but not increasing the property’s footprint. It’s in the early stages that we hope to be complete some time in 2017,” says Walker. Brewmaster Matt Brynildson states, “We up-

David Walker

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nity.” David Walker adds, “Eighty percent of our beer is consumed in California, which makes us perfectly located on the Central Coast to meet the demand that continues to climb. It is satisfying to reinvest in this place. This is home. Our first choice is to make infrastructure investments right here in Paso Robles, not in other parts of the country or elsewhere in California,” Walker

of barrels dedicated to the production of wild ales followed by a new kegging facility and expanded barrel-aging room in 2014. Firestone beers were offered in cans for the first time in 2015.

– In the 20th Year –

Brewhouse Expansion

There is expansion going on at the brewhouse in Paso Robles. The local

graded our existing brewhouse in late 2012 and felt it might serve us efficiently for a least the next five to seven years. However, the demand has been greater than expected. We are now literally working around the clock to keep up. The new brewhouse will return us to a more normal work week.”

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What’s Happening on Main Street?

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chance to win valuable prizes. Visit AndBe Boutique, Firefly Gallery, Sole Tree and General Store Paso Robles and more. General Store PR will be pouring

By Millie Drum a Re:Find/Yes ArtiSummer Bash Photos by san cocktail. Brigitt Robert Stevenson – Shop, Sip and Give Binns will do a cook The Downtown Shops on the ing demo. And it gets Park are hosting the 4th annual even better! Notable If you haven’t been downtown Summer Bash on Saturday, Au- author Christine Moore will be lately, it’s about time! We now have gust 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. Meander on hand to sign her book Little The Batch, The Catch and The through the participating shops Flower Baking; chosen as a LA Hatch! Go online for locations and that will offer wine and spirits Times cookbook of the week. details. From lunch to cocktails, late tasting, special offerings and the Christine is also a chef and owner of night dining and dessert, enjoy!

Where’s Norma? Other than always residing in her office on FIRESTONE from page 54 Great American Beer Festival for a Norma’s Way, there is a larger than life painting of Brynildson is excited about the record 4th time in less than 10 years. her somewhere possibilities presented by the ex- “People always wonder if qualidowntown. If pansion plan, which calls for state- ty will falter as we grow, but I feel you find her, enof-the-art brewing technologies as like whenever we make one of these ter the drawing well as new energy and water recov- three steps, we always improve to win a prize ery systems; stating that the ongo- quality,” said Brynildson. “Every from the busiing improvement in these areas has time we get an opportunity to upness. She moves helped the brewery continuously grade on our departments like our around every improve quality. Firestone Walker brewhouse or kegging, we go with month giving recently earned the title of Mid-Size the absolute best solutions possible, shoppers and Brewing Company of the Year at the and it shows in the beer.” The brewcontest lovers more chances to win!

If you do find her, take a selfie and post on the Paso Robles Downtown Main Street Association wall…but don’t tell where you found her!

Little Flower Café.

According to one of the owners of General Store Erin Stuck, “We’ve sold piles of her books because they are both simple and indulgent.” Co-owner Joeli Yaguda adds, “I’m going to have her sign a book for every baker on my list!” The money raised by the sale of raffle tickets goes to Must!

Charities Kids Farmer’s Market program. For more information, generalstorepr.com, generalthings @generalstorepr.com. house extension will also free up dedicated space that can be used to focus on small-batch and single-lot beer production.

With tremendous change and growth, one thing remains. “DBA is a beer I have enjoyed regularly for nearly 20 years,” Walker said.

“It still brings a smile to my face and will always represent so much more than the beer itself. It was our beginning.”

Trading Day and Kids Flea Market

It’s a yard, rummage, and garage sale all rolled in to one in the City Park on Saturday, August 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Trading Day brings folks out to sell their second-hand items and cast-off treasures! You just never know what you’ll find among the booths filled with antiques, collectibles, hand-made crafts and more! For vendor booth information, visit Main Street’s website to download the application form and requirements.

Too much kids’ stuff?? Do you have

lots of outgrown clothes and too many toys?? Kids Flea Market gives kids from the 3rd to 8th grade a way to learn the basics of being a young entrepreneur and make some extra money on summer vacation! The kids must have adult supervision and sell only children’s merchandise with all items priced at $10 or less. Sign up for your space today! The application form is also on Main Street’s website pasoroblesdowntown.org. The deadline to apply for booths for Trading Day and Kids Flea Market is August 15.

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Business Spotlight By

Meagan Friberg

Rosalba Hernandez Edward’s Barber Shop

When she launched Edward’s Barber Shop in February 2014, Rosalba Hernandez was one step closer to realizing her dream of owning and operating a successful business.

Now, just two and one-half years after opening her doors, she has a multitude of reasons to celebrate with her steady stream of new and returning clientele.

“After a new client comes in and I give them a nice haircut or style, they always come back,” says Rosalba. “I have a lot of referrals and I consider this to be a compliment.”

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BUSINESS Edward’s Barber Shop on a regular basis for many months. Along with his uncle, his older brother, Jonathon, and his father, Salvador, he has become a loyal client of Rosalba and knows that he can count on a good, clean, razor-sharp hair cut.

“Rosalba listens to what her clients want and I like the way she cuts my hair,” says Dario. “She is so nice, very polite, and her shop is always clean and comfortable.”

From her early days of working in her mom’s shop in Mexico, to becoming a full-trained and licensed cosmetoloRosalba gist, and strengthening her skills as Hernandez a barber, Rosalba has perfected her wide range of talents. From specialty men’s cuts to women’s hair color, styling, highlights, and perms to facial waxing and more, she keeps clients looking their best. Soon, her daughter Stephanie will be joining Rosalba at the shop as she pursues her own career as a barber.

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Give Rosalba a call at (805) 2382832 or stop by Edward’s Barber Shop, located at 1740 Spring St, Unit D in Paso Robles, right behind DK Donuts, Tuesday through Saturday 9 am-5 pm.

Discounts for seniors, children, military personnel, and new clients.

Teresa Rhyne Teresa Rhyne Law Group

When it comes to estate planning and wealth protection, families have trusted the Teresa Rhyne Law Group for more than 30 years. With offices in Riverside and Paso Robles, Teresa Rhyne is dedicated to guiding others through the maze of family concerns, business decisions, and tax issues involved in planning their estate.

Her motto says it all – Your life is complicated. Your family is complicated. Your estate planning doesn’t have to be. In all matters of estate planning for all levels of finances, from health care directives, powers of attorney, and other legalities, Teresa provides guidance through the maze of family and personal concerns and finds the best solutions.

“Many people think that they are supposed to have all the answers and then come in and tell me what they

want,” says Teresa.

“That is not the case.

Come in, tell me what the problems are, and I will help solve them. I am not going to be surprised by any family Teresa Rhyne or business issue a client may have because chances are that I have had to work through it before.”

A graduate of Loyola Law School, Teresa is a member of the California State Bar Association, the Paso Robles Chamber, a board member of the Cancer Support Community, volunteers with Meade Canine Rescue, and is the best-selling author of The Dog Lived and So Will I – see her author website at teresarhyne.com.

Teresa invites the public to her Wine and Cheese Talk:“When Your Child Becomes an Adult – How to be Prepared Legally and Financially” at Derby Winery on Aug. 17, 5:30-7 pm geared towards families with recent high school graduates and young adults. For more info on this event or to inquire about estate planning, give Teresa a call at (805) 991-7433 or check out www.trlawgroup.net.

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Gathering to Celebrate, Remember and Fight Back!

By Millie Drum The Paso Robles Relay for Life was held on June 25 and 26 at the PR Events Center. Opening ceremonies featured local firefighters and those serving in the Navy, awarding the cancer survivors medals as our “Heroes of Hope.” Dave Farelas, speaking as the Beacon of Hope, brought the reality of dealing with the pain and craziness of cancer to a feeling of hope. He said, “Today is about beating cancer. One step at a time. This is our communi-

over $50,000. Top team honors go to Idler’s Home, the Pink Angels and the PR Elks Lodge. Nancy Walker and volunteers from The Wellness Kitchen provided meals along with the BBQ crew from the Atascadero Trail Riders. Sponsors include Idler’s Home, KPRL, Rabobank, Sky River, Hampton Inn, The Wellness Kitchen and the PASO Magazine. Watch for 2017 dates and general Relay for Life information on www.relayforlife.org/ pasoroblesca.

ty of hope that bring us together as a family. So share your story with others. I share my story because I have hope. Bless those around you, share your story and look for the story behind someone else’s eyes.”

Like the glow of the luminaria that line the track at dusk, the stories that we share about cancer can be the flame of hope that some so desperately need.

With the support of ACS staff partner Natalie Riloquio and her dedicated committee, 24 teams raised

Survivor Maria Echevarria and a local hero serving in the Navy

Dayna, Nancy and Kiley from The Wellness Kitchen

Awarding Medals to our Heroes of Hope

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By Millie Drum In June 2004, a kitten was rushed to Paso Petcare after being soaked with lighter fluid and set on fire. Someone thought she looked hungry and fortunately she ate some food. That was her saving grace as the staff at Paso Petcare decided to relieve her pain and give her a chance to live. They named her Singe. After several surgeries, she survived and has thrived as the happy, healthy office celebrity; helping to educate about animal abuse and the amazing possibilities of veterinary medicine.

Singe lives at Paso Petcare, happy in her hiding places; usually in the drawer under the washing machine. Vet Assistant Liz Fillmore often checks on Singe over the weekend. The bond between Liz and Singe is special. Liz is a burn survivor and volunteers as a counselor at a burn camp for kids. And occasionally, when Alfie the cat’s owner is out of town, he’s the weekend “boarder boyfriend” to keep Singe company. Singe has a few twinges of arthritis, slowing her down from her cat tree climbs. She’s restricted to the back office since she doesn’t know the difference between a good dog and a “bad” dog that doesn’t like cats! And she has a bad habit of digging through the client’s purses!

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SLO County Wine

Industry

BUSINESS

Leader Awards presented at Fair The San Luis Obispo County wine industry annually comes together to honor members of the local wine community. These awards recognize dedication, stewardship, innovation and leadership demonstrated.

The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance in partnership with the San Luis Obispo Wine Country Association, the Independent Grape Growers of the Paso Robles Area, The Vineyard Team and past award recipients worked together to identify the 2016 honorees. Upon nomination, each recipient was voted on by their peers Named in her honor, the “Singe Fund” began with donations from two generous Paso Petcare clients who wanted to pay for her care. Instead the owners of Paso Petcare designated that money to benefit some of their neediest patients and their pets. Co-owner Debbie Stacker adds, “Singe is not only our beloved hospital cat, she’s our Ambassador to remind everyone of animal cruelty.” The story of Singe has given Paso Petcare just another way to Care for People and their Pets.

for their leadership and accomplishments in California’s third largest wine region, San Luis Obispo County.

“Each year the wine community looks forward to the Mid-State Fair as a time we can join our fellow agriculturalists in recognizing our leaders, innovators and visionaries,” said Jennifer Porter, Executive Director of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. “We are excited to honor these three men whose passion for San Luis Obispo County wine and quest for quality in the vineyard and winery is to be celebrated.”

The awards were presented July 22 within Mission Square at the MidState Fair. Visit www.midstatefair.com for more information.

The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance represents wineries, growers and businesses in Paso Robles Wine Country. It encompasses more than 40,000 vineyard acres and 200 wineries. For more information, visit pasowine.com. Social - #pasowine, @pasorobleswine

THE 2016 SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY WINE INDUSTRY AWARDS HONOREES

Wine Industry Person of the Year Jean-Pierre Wolff Wolff Vineyards

Winemaker of the Year

Steve Peck J.Lohr Vineyards & Wines

Winegrape Grower of the Year Bob Thomas Mesa Vineyard Management

Dr. Lucy in 2004

Vet Assistant Liz in 2016

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TIME & PLACE AUGUST

A monthly look at local events, fundraisers, meetings, entertainment and special occasions. To submit a listing, email bob@pasomagazine.com, bring info to drop box at Dutch Maytag, 1501 Riverside Ave., or mail to PO Box 3996, Paso Robles, 93447 by the 7th of each month. Questions? Call 239-1533.

1 • Almond Country Quilters Guild Meeting, 6:30 pm, Show & Tell of member’s work. Info: cwallen2@aol.com. Visitors, new and experienced quilters welcome!

First Mondays, an occasional Friday. Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, Paso. ACQGuild.com Info: lisajguerrero@msn.com.

1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • North County Overeaters Anonymous, Every Monday, St. James Episcopal Church, 514 14th St. Paso Robles, www.

OA.org, Tina Stewart 8610-3724.

2, 16 • MOPS – Mothers of Pre-schoolers, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, Paso. Rachel Wisener, 559-473-8258, northcountymops@gmail.com.

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4 • Estero Bay Advanced Toastmasters, first Thursdays, 7 to 9 pm, Kennedy Club Fitness, 500 So. River Road, Paso. 238-0524, 930206. toastmastersclubs.org.

5, 12, 19, 26 • Speak Easy Toastmasters Club, Fridays, 12:10 to 1:15 pm, Founders Pavilion, Twin Cities Community Hospital. http://9797. toastmastersclubs.org. 235-8567.

6, 13, 20, 27 • Grief Share –13 week Saturday seminar/support group for people grieving a loss.10 am to noon, $15, open enrollment. Trinity Lutheran Church, Fireside Room, 940 Creston Rd., Paso. Deaconess Juliet Thompson, 238-3702, ext. 205.

8, 22 • Writing Support Group.

Complete writing projects with award-winning author/editor Patricia Alexander. Every other Monday, 6:30 to 9 pm. $25 per or $20 for 4 meetings paid in advance. Call for location: 479-7778. BookOfComforts.com.

9, 23 • Paso Robles Lions Club, 7 pm, PR Elks Lodge, 1420 Park Street, Paso. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays.

8227-4476. pasorobleslions.org.

9 • Exchange Club meets 2nd Tuesday, 12:15 – 1:30 pm, McPhee’s in Templeton. 610-8096, exchangeclubofnorthslocounty.org.

9 • Coffee with a CHP – Visit with a local CHP officer, second Tuesdays, 8:30 am at Nature’s Touch Nursery and Harvest, 225 Main Street, Templeton.

10 • Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 465 – 7 pm at the Paso Airport Terminal, second Wednesdays. Getting youth involved with aviation. EAA465.org.

12 • North County Women’s Connection Luncheon – 11 am,

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • BNI – Business Networking International –Tuesdays 7 to 8:30 am, Paso Robles Golf Club. Visitors welcome, visit bni.org for info and chapter website.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • Single & Parenting – 13-week program to help single parents best cope, 7 to 8:30 pm, Calvary Chapel, 1615 Commerce Way, Paso Robles, Info: 239-4295.

3 • NEWCOMERS – North County Club Membership meeting/luncheons/dinners. First Wednesdays for residents living here less than 3 years. Aug. 30 deadline for Sept. 7 dinner at LeVigne Winery. To RSVP for dinner & info for future events/activities, northcountynewcomers.org.

3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • Life Community Toastmaster Club, Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, Life Community Church, 3770 Ruth Way, Templeton. 712-0671.

4, 11, 18, 25 • BNI - Business Networking International – Thursdays 7 to 8:30 am. Paso Robles Golf Club. Visitors welcome, visit bni. org for info and chapter website.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS

Held at RISE Sponsored by HospiceSLO 1030 Vine St., Paso Robles 544-2266 • hospiceslo.org Bereaved Parents Group Tuesdays, 5:30 to 7:00 pm.

General Grief Support Wednesdays, 5:00 to 6:30 pm.

Suicide Bereavement Support 4th Wednesdays, 3 to 4:30 pm.

program features speakers Debbie Siciliani, Gary Davis, Florida Dolphin Hall of Famer. Music by Jimmie Mei. $12. Templeton Community Center, 601 So. Main St. RSVP and info, JoAnne Pickering, 2391096. Newcomers welcome.

13 • Central Coast Violet Society – 10 am to noon, Brookdale Senior Living activity room, second Saturdays, Paso, 459-6070.

13 & 20 • Solar Parties in Paso!

12 to 4 pm, sponsored by Bland Solar & Air. Dates: 8/13 – 1002 Par Ave., 8/ 20 2660 Vineyard Circle. FREE gift for first 25 guests. Text or call 5032335 to RSVP. 14 • Daughters of the American Revolution, second Sundays, 1:00 for buffet lunch ($20) at SpringHill Suites in Atascadero. Donna Cohen 395-0630, dmcpatriotdaughter@gmail.com.

14 • PR Grange Pancake Breakfast, second Sundays, 7:30 to 11am, 627 Creston Road, Paso.

15 • Paso Robles Republican Women Federated, third Mondays, Paso Robles Golf Club.

Check-in 11:30 a.m. Lunch at 12 noon. $22, Guests welcome. Reservations by Aug. 3 to Sharon Wilson 239-2940.

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15 • Santa Lucia Rockhounds, third Mondays (except Sept. and Dec.), Templeton Community Center, 601 South Main St. Open to all who enjoy rocks, fossils and minerals. Visitors welcome. slorockhounds.org.

16 • Chronic Pain Support Group Meeting –CRPS (Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome), Third Tuesdays, 5 to 6 pm, Rabobank, 1025 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton. Suzanne Miller 7045970, suzanne.miller@ymail.com.

17 • Paso Robles Democratic Club, third Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, Centennial Park, White Oak Room, 600 Nickerson Drive, Paso. Visitors/ newcomers welcome.

20 • Community Quilting (to help children and senior organizations with quilts), third Saturdays, 10 am to 2 pm at Bethel Lutheran Church, Old Country Road, Templeton. Contact caroljhungerford@yahoo.com.

28 • North County Prostate Cancer Support Group, 7 pm, Last Thursdays, Twin Cities Community Hospital Pavilion Room. Info: Bill Houston 995-2254, American Cancer Society, 473-1748.

FARMERS MARKETS Paso Robles Country Farm and Craft Market, Saturdays,

9 am to 1pm, Downtown City Park.

Templeton Farmers Market,

Saturdays, 9 am to 12:30 pm.

Templeton Park, Crocker and 6th Streets.

30 • Deadline for Sept 7. Dinner Reservations North County Newcomers Club. LeVigne Winery, 5115 Buena Vista Drive, Paso, 5:00, $25, music by Natalie Haskins.

First Wednesdays for newcomers. northcountynewcomers.org.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE For info: 238-0506 pasorobleschamber.com 10 • Chamber of Commerce Membership Mixer. 5:30 to 7pm.

19 • Women in Business Luncheon, 11am to 1pm, go online to register.

25 • North County Young Professionals Mixer, 5:30 to 7:30.

31 • Wake Up Paso, 7:30 to 9 am, Paso Robles Inn Ballroom, $20 member/ $25 non-members.

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TEMPLETON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE templetonchamber.com, 434-1789 for info.

9 • Templeton Chamber of Commerce Women In Business, 2nd Tuesdays, 11:30, 434-1789.

27 • Community Impact Award Dinner – Templeton Park. See website for details.

ART, MUSEUMS, EVENTS, FESTIVALS, FUNDRAISERS AND ENTERTAINMENT Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse & Cattlemen’s Lounge, 1103 Spring St., 226-4925. Prime Rib Wednesdays! Happy Hour, 4-7 pm. Monday Industry Night, 6-9 pm, 20% off for all professionals; Taco and Tequila Tuesdays 5-9 pm; Tuesday Tunes 6-8pm: 8/2 Kenny Taylor, 8/9 Ricky Montijo, 8/16 Billy Manzik, 8/23 Max Martinelli, 8/30 Daniel Palmer; Wednesday Locals Appreciation Night Happy Hour 4-CLOSE; Friday & Saturday Live Entertainment, 9:30-11:30pm: 8/58/6 Kenny Taylor, 8/12-8/13 The Jammies, 8/19-8/20 Soul Sauce, 8/26-8/27 Soundhouse.

2 • Golden State Classic Car Club meets at PR Elks Lodge, first Tuesdays, 7 pm, 1420 Park Street, Paso.

Goldenstateclassics.org.

3 • Monthly dinner at Estrella Warbird Museum, first Wednesdays, 6 pm. Reservations required.

Museum open10 am to 4 pm.

Thursday – Sunday. 4251 Dry Creek Road, Paso, ewarbirds.org. 2270440, 238-3897.

3, 10, 17 • Templeton Concerts in the Park, 6:30 to 8:30. Info: Templeton Chamber 434-4909.

4, 11, 18 • Paso Robles Concerts in the Park, Thursdays, 5:30 to 7:30. Downtown Paso.

5 • Poolside Concert – End of Summer Luau, Kennedy Club Fitness, music by Na Hoa, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, family swim 5 to 9 pm.

Free to members and their kids.

Guests $5. 500 S. River Road, Paso, 239-8488.

6 • Central Coast Beef and Wine Festival presented by FARMstead ED at Halter Ranch Vineyard, 6 to 9 pm. Hosted by SLO County

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TIME & PLACE Cattlewomen, fundraiser for must!

Charities and SLO Cattlewomen Agricultural Scholarships. Tickets, $95, at farmsteaded.com and 2262081.

6 • Art After Dark Paso – First Saturdays, self-guided walks through art galleries, wine tasting rooms and businesses. 6 to 9 pm, Downtown Paso. Coordinated by Studios on the Park.

8 -12 • Harris Stage Lines Horse Day Camp, 805-237-1860, harrisstagelines.com.

10 • Mayor’s Monthly Museum Tour, 10 am, Cambria Historical Society.

13 • Classic Car Cruise Night – 5 to 7 pm, Second Saturdays (weather permitting), King Oil Tools, 2235 Spring St., Paso. Info: Tony Ororato, 712-0551.

13 • Paso Robles Rotary Winemaker’s Cook-off, 6 to 9 pm, PR Event Center presented by IQMS Manufacturing. Tickets limited to 1,200, $85, available at Eventbrite. com. winemakerscookoff.com.

17 • Fort Hunter Liggett 75th Anniversary – 11 am to 3 pm.

Presentations in the historic Hearst Hacienda to mark the opening of the Fort’s History Center as well as the history of Camp Roberts and Fort Hunter Liggett.

18 • Third Thursday Shop, dine and drink in downtown Paso. A portion of the proceeds benefit must! charities. Visit facebook.com/pages/Third-Thursday-PasoRobles.

20 • Trading Day/Kids Flea Market, Downtown Paso, 9 am to 3 pm.

Kids Flea Market for kids from 3rd to 8th grade. $5 a space, $55 for vendors. Contact Main Street office, 238-4103.

27 & 28 • Inspired Home, Garden and Gourmet Expo, Paso Robles Event Center, inspiredexpos.com.

Sept. 3 – 5 • Morro Bay Art in the Park, morrobayartinthepark.com, 805-434-3306.

Sept. 10 • The 10th Annual Avocado & Margarita Street Festival on the Embarcadero in Morro Bay. The best California avocados, margaritas, beer, wine, food, arts and crafts. 10 am to 7 pm.

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CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY

1051 Las Tablas Road,Templeton provides support, education and hope to those with cancer. Visit CSCslo.org and call 238-4111. Please RSVP as noted. Cancer Support Helpline, 888-793-9355, 6 am to 6 pm PST. MONDAYS: Yoga 11:30 am to 12:45 pm, Well- THURSDAYS: Meditation with Michael Kelly, ness Yoga, 1329 Spring St., Paso. 22 • Reiki Circle 3:30 to 4:30, 4 & 18 • Navigate with Shannon 5:30 to 7pm, RSVP. D’Acquisto offers assistance and resources by TUESDAYS: Tai Chi Chih 9 to 10 am, Coffee appointment. 25 • Men’s Prostate Group, 7 pm, Café 10:05 am, Frankly Speaking CSC Podcast1 pm, Twin Cities Hospital Founders Pavilion.

Tai Chi Chih 1 to 2 pm at Cayucos Senior Cen- FRIDAYS: 8 & 22 • Grupo Fuerza y Esperanter, 200 S. Ocean Ave., 9 • Intro to Tai Chi Chih za, 6 to 8 pm. Special Programs sponsored by 10:30 to 11:30 am, 9 • Young Survivors 6 to 7:30 pm. the Cancer Support Community Cancer WellWEDNESDAYS: Living with Cancer Member Fit ® at Paso Robles Sports Club, Mondays and Support Group 10 to 11:30 am; Caregiver Group Thursdays 12:30 to 1:30, pre-registration is required 3:30 to 5:00, Tai Chi Chih 11 am to 12 noon at with Kathy Thomas, kathythomas10@hotmail.com Hearst Cancer Resource Center, 1941 Johnson Ave. or 610-6486. Free program designed for firstyear survivors to restore strength and endurance.

Ste. 201, SLO. 10 • All Blood Cancer Support, 1 to 2:30 pm. Look Good Feel Better®, 800-227-2345 and Silhouette Breast Form and Lingerie, 559-432-7199.

Hearst Cancer Resource Center, SLO.

THE WELLNESS KITCHEN AND RESOURCE CENTER

1255 Las Tablas Road, Templeton • Visit thewkrc.org or call 434-1800 for class information. Some fees apply.

WEDNESDAYS: 17 • Making Sense of Nutrition welcome for a $20 fee or donation. No one will be with Stephanie Austin, 6:30 to 8 pm, 24 • Intro to turned away for lack of funds. RSVP required. 434Wellness: A Taste of Change with Nancy Walker, 1800. 25 • Living Well Beyond the “Why” – Re5:30 to 6:30, 10 simple things for your “clean eating laxation, Yoga, Ayurveda & Meditation, 6 to 7:15.

FRIDAYS: 12 • Children’s After School Cooking journey.” FREE. THURSDAYS: 11 • Hispanic Cooking Class Class – Delectable Desserts with Terri Knowlton.

“Thirst Quenchers” with Yessenia Echeverria, 6:30 3:30 to 5 pm. 19 • Healthy Cooking for People to 8:00 pm. 18 • Healthy Cooking for People Touched with Illness “Thirst Quenchers” 11 Touched with Illness “Thirst Quenchers” 5:30 am to 1 pm, taught at Idler’s Appliance, 122 Cross to 7:30, free to those with illness, friends/caregivers Street, SLO.

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LAST WORD

Vineyard Dog Park organizers will be celebrating their 10th year anniversary of hosting the Annual Dog Splash Days in Templeton on September 10 and 11. This popular annual event attracts locals as well as tourists looking for a unique experience with their family dogs.

In honor of the 10th year anniversary, all dog attendees will receive a special anniversary gift with their admission.

This year’s swim schedule is Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Sunday 10 a.m. swim session is reserved for small dogs (under 30 pounds) and senior or infirm dogs.

Small and senior dogs are also welcome at all other swim sessions.

Both the tot pool and the shallow end of the adult pool are open for dog swimming. Swim sessions are scheduled on the hour and limited to 20 dogs at a time to ensure a quality and safe play time for all dogs. Dog life vests and lots of floating retrieval toys are provided.

Dogs only are allowed in the pool for the event. Local dog trainers and therapists wearing wetsuits volunteer their time as dog “lifeguards” to assist dogs in entering and exiting the water. Dog life vests are available for dogs that are new to swimming. Pool toys such as rubber ducks, rubber bananas, and Frisbees are also available.

Las Tablas Animal Hospital of Templeton will be providing ear wash services for dogs at the discounted rate of $5 for event participants.

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swim time are recommended but not required. Dogs with pre-paid reservations are admitted before walk-ins on a space available basis.

Paid reservations can be made at www.parks4pups.org using a credit card or PayPal account. Optionally, reservations can be made by mail at PO Box 795, Paso Robles, CA 93447. Please include name, phone number, and desired date and time for swimming. Checks should be made payable to Dog Splash Days. For more information about this event, visit www. parks4pups.org or call 239-4437.

Professional local photographers attend the event to capture the action and special moments. Visitors are encouraged to dress their dog with a distinctive collar or bandana

Day but opens for one last weekend of frolic. Parks4Pups, a non-profit group, organizes the 2-day event with all proceeds benefitting Vineyard Dog Park in Templeton. In 2015, 250 dogs participated in the event.

The Templeton Community Pool is located at the corner of Old County Road and 6th Street and adjacent to the downtown park in Templeton.

Dogs must be 5 months or older and adult male dogs must be neutered. Paper proof of current rabies vaccination must be presented at the registration table prior to admission to the pool area. Any dog displaying aggressive behavior will be required to leave the pool area immediately with a full refund.

Admission is $20 per dog per swim session and advance reservations for a

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so they are recognizable in photos.

The photos are available for viewing and purchase after event day through the website at www.parks4pups.org for a nominal donation.

For those without dogs, a lawn area is available adjacent to the pool for spectators. Many visitors bring a picnic lunch and lawn chairs to spend the afternoon watching the spectacle.

Dog Splash Days is the main fundraising event to support Vineyard Dog Park in Templeton. This park is supported entirely from donations and proceeds from this event. Vineyard Dog Park is located at 1010 Semillon Lane off of Vineyard Drive, 1.5 miles west from the 101 Freeway. For more information about this dog park, visit www.vineyarddogpark.org or call 239-4437.

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