A Summer of Independence

As the school year came to an end, we were among those celebrating a graduating senior. Elle Madison took her final High School walk under the stadium lights on a warm June evening at War Memorial Stadium. Elle’s class had one full year of “regular” High School life, and then halfway through her sophomore year, covid hit the world; she and her class transitioned to a whole new way of education than we had ever seen before. Elle took to the changes, adjusted, “pivoted,” and made the decision to graduate early in December 2021 and walk with her class in June. We could not be more proud of her and all she has accomplished. Congratulations to Elle and the graduating class of 2022!

Now that the warmer temperatures are here, there is no better place to spend the summer than attending all the events. From concerts in the park, wine festivals, downtown activities, eating late dinners outside, and this month, California Mid State Fair.

We are so excited for the Fair’s full return, and the committee is not holding back! With the theme “Full Steam Ahead,” we can all look forward to a great time for everyone. Be sure to check out all the events and activities they have planned.

Each July, we start the month planning and preparing for our 4th of July activities and BBQs. Getting together with family and friends to celebrate our independence is a summertime staple. But how much do we actually know (and remember learning) about July 4, 1776? It is important to look back and understand what the founding fathers went through, what they sacrificed, and what our freedom means. No matter your political views, we are all here because of that day 246 years ago; now, what we do from here is up to us.

We wish you a very safe and meaningful 4th of July and a wonderful summer. Please enjoy this issue of Paso Robles Magazine.

Cheers, Hayley and Nic Mattson

if thou wouldest win immortality of name, either do things worth the writing, or write things worth the reading. — Thomas Fuller, 1727