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NEW GIFT SHOP OPENS IN MORRO BAY

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

MEET JEFF ECKLES SEE PAGE 4

IT’S A REVOLUTION! SEE PAGE 6

CACHE VALLEY DRIFTERS SEE PAGE 6

STUDENT ART SHOW SEE PAGE 8

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BUSINESS

Mercantile on Main

New gift shop opens on Main Street in Morro Bay, offers locally-crafted goods BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

imberly Mayes and her husband Frank often dreamed about owning their own business, but raising children meant making sure they both kept good paying jobs with some security. However, dreams don’t disappear. They keep popping up to bother us. “I worked for the county auditor for 33 years,” Kimberly Mayes explained. “Lots of paper work, doing accounting, really a good job.” Mayes and her family live in Los Osos and have been there 35 years. The children went to the local schools and all are grown now. During those growing up years, the kids heard their mom express her desire to have her own business. “We used to see signs for restaurants going out of business,” she said. “And Frank and I thought we should buy that.” It’s probably a good thing they never went that route because neither of them had any expertise in running a restaurant and that is a difficult business. Still that dream persisted. Last June, she and Frank stumbled onto the street closure on Main Street on Saturday for Farmer’s Market and decided to stroll through. It was then that they saw the for-sale sign on Summer Cottage, the gift shop belonging to Kay Crocker and Carrie Aguirre. With Kay’s untimely death, Carrie sought to sell the business rather than just shut it down. Lucky for Mayes, she immediately said, “Let’s buy it!” When she told her children about it, they all said, “Oh mom, you’ll talk about it, but you’ll never do it.”

A view of the inside of Mercantile on Main. (Photo by Ruth Ann Angus) The dare was too much Frank and Kimberly contacted Aguirre and started the purchasing process. Now, after a lot of hard work renovating the space, Mayes has opened a delightful, cheery shop. “We worked on it from July to December while I continued working at the auditor’s office,” Mayes said. She then took a slightly early retirement with a lower pension but is happy to have that to fall back on. Husband Frank continues at his day job. The entire interior space has been

reworked with new flooring and paint. Shelving and cases were refurbished and placed. “We kept Kay’s merchandise, boxing it all up after taking inventory,” Mayes said. “A lot of it is still here in the shop. Sometimes someone comes in and asks for a particular thing and while it may not be in the store, I have everything home in the garage, so I can get that for them.” Mayes decided to be smart and her daughter Miranda, who works in the technical industry, computerize her

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LOCAL

MEET JEFF ECKLES

Morro Bay native announces run for District 2 supervisor seat

BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

ou may have sailed on the Pappagallo or the Chablis when he was captain. Or perhaps you’ve stopped in at House of Jerky on the waterfront, but have you met Jeff Eckles? Eckles, who has lived in Morro Bay for more than a decade, has cared deeply for this community from the beginning. A native California, born in Artesia, Eckles grew up with the Southern California surfing lifestyle and developed a love for the ocean. His family brought him to Morro Bay often for visits. He worked his way through California State Long Beach obtaining his degree in Business Administration. “I had to pay my own way through college,” Eckles said, “and did that pushing shopping carts and working my way up at Price Club (now Costco) and I even became a member of the Teamsters Union.” After graduation, Eckles spent about two years as a deck hand with the U.S. Merchant Marine before becoming a stock broker working at Merrill Lynch and then Vice President of Investments for Smith Barney. He met his former wife, Karen who came

ECKLES from Morro Bay, and they decided to move to the Central Coast to raise their children, twins, a boy and a girl. “Eight years ago, I found a lease site on the waterfront available,” Eckles said, “and decided a change in career was what I needed.” After researching different types of businesses Eckles decided to open the House of Jerky that has become very popular. “One of the things I love about this business is I’ve been able to give jobs to local people,” Eckles explained. “And I’ve learned how government can both help and hinder economic development.” Living here, Eckles became in-

volved in community life, volunteering and serving as Chair of the Morro Bay Harbor Advisory Board, Treasurer of the Del Mar PTA, founding President of the nonprofit Morro Bay Fourth, and President of the Estero Bay Community Foundation. He also coached basketball for three years in the Recreation Program while his son was one of the players. He now serves as Treasurer of the Housing Trust Fund of San Luis Obispo County that provides financing and technical assistance to increase the supply of affordable housing in the county. Housing is a big issue for Eckles who once found himself almost facing homelessness after receiving notice to move from a rental where he lived. “I became an expert in housing issues while serving as Executive Director of the Homebuilders Association of the Central Coast,” he said. “And I served on the Building, Design and Construction Cluster of the Economic Vitality Corporation of SLO County as well as several economic advisory groups in Morro Bay. I feel I have an in-depth understanding of business and economics in the county.” Recently, Eckles decided he would like to do even more for his community by running for the office of County

Supervisor for the Second District. He is a No-Party-Preference Independent voter and a “social liberal and fiscal conservative.” Eckles believes “every worker deserves a living wage and that we must care for everyone in our community, especially those who face inordinate challenges.” He volunteers his time assisting the homeless and would like to see “those who are able have a path to self-sufficiency, while those who are unable be cared for with dignity and respect.” An important issue for Eckles is affordable housing for the workforce and seniors meaning rentals at reasonable rates. “I believe our seniors who are no longer part of the workforce deserve an affordable place to live, services that meet their needs, and no one should be displaced due to gentrification, unmanaged growth, or sky rocketing infrastructure costs,” he said. Eckles, who earned his Coast Guard Captain’s License recently, feels his first priority is to protect and preserve the precious natural resources here on the Central Coast. “I promise to fight to preserve our treasured quality of life here on the Central Coast, not just for ourselves, but for our children and the generations to come.”

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OPINION

Do you know your photographic ethics? BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

he recent incident where a person took a video of the inside of the Morro Bay Police Department lobby and other police equipment and activities brought to my mind a problem we have these days of everyone taking photos and videos with cell phones and tablets. While I realize that this individual had political motives there are reasons other than political regarding what one can or should photograph. I teach photography and must guide my students as to photographic ethics. There are laws that govern photography — both personal and private property. One cannot photograph people or property and use it in advertisement without first obtaining a photographic release. But what about general photography? Is it okay to take anyone’s picture without asking for permission? And how are you going to use that photo? These thoughts don’t seem to be on the minds of people in public who often snap a picture and then display that on social media sites. This may not be against the law, although perhaps it should be, but it does violate photographic ethics. Would you want your picture up on the Internet like that? That is the question I tell my

students to ask themselves. Photos of people and property used for editorial purposes are not against the law. However, I believe it is a matter of courtesy to ask for permission before using photos like these. It is the ethical thing to do. Many of my students are not comfortable taking photos of people in general. They are afraid to ask for permission. They tend to do scenic and wildlife shots, but they miss the opportunity to do something that can be a rewarding artistic expression. I have often had to take photos of people in public places for editorial purposes but always ask for permission or inform a group that their picture may end up in a magazine or a newspaper. I’ve rarely had someone say no. Should someone object, I thank them and respect their views. In this day of easy-to-use drones, cell phone cameras, etc., we need to address the issue of photographic ethics and respect people’s privacy. This goes for property too. If the individual who filmed the lobby of the police department hadn’t had political motives, he still should have asked permission to photograph. When in doubt, it is best to carry with you copies of photographic releases (get them online) and ask for permission to photograph and get the releases signed. There is a fine line between what is okay in general and what is lawfully wrong. Times have changed, and these issues need to be reviewed. Always put yourself in the shoes of the other person before clicking the shutter button for your own protection.

Making sense of the sewer BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

oncern about the construction of the new needed sewer facility and the costs involved run high. I wrote about what I call “Waste Water Woes” in the July 2017 issue of this paper that gave some of the history of the project and some of the cost estimates. Every home owner in Morro Bay should be informed on this subject and even though renters have little say, they too can become informed to discuss the issue with their landlords. How do you do that? Attend the city council meetings! Go online and sign up to receive the available information from city administration. It is our government – by the people. Don’t complain after the fact if you haven’t been involved. One group that has been meeting regularly every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Coalesce Bookstore to discuss the sewer project is Citizens for Affordable Living (CAL). They are concerned with the costs of the project and the anticipated increase in everyone’s water bill. The meetings are open to the public and even if you don’t agree with them after hearing what they say, you will have gotten another perspective on this important issue. CAL formed to bring all parties to the table to achieve an affordable waste water treatment facility project. They have asked the difficult, hard questions. They have attended the government meetings. Now they want you to come out and attend a Community Workshop to obtain answers to all the facets of the waste water treatment facility. The workshop will take place Sunday, March 11th from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at The Inn at Morro Bay Conference Room. Organizer Jeff Heller asks you to bring your family, neighbors, friends and most importantly your questions. A major topic of discussion will be the Proposition 218 vote whereby homeowners can vote to either accept or deny an increase in their water and sewer bill. CAL says it will be an informative afternoon, and a fun, good time and you can enjoy some pastries and coffee with them. If you want to send the group any concerns prior to the meeting you can do that by email to citizensforaffordableliving@gmail.com. You can also check them out on Facebook. Remember – whether at the city council or other government meetings or attending Citizens for Affordable Living – keep an open mind! Everyone’s opinion counts.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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It’s a revolution Activist band coming to SLO BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

ave you heard of them? Emma’s Revolution? No, this is not guns and bombs, it’s music! The duo of Pat Humphries and Sandy O make up this activist singer/ songwriter pair who travel the country singing about peace and justice. And they are coming to San Luis Obispo for a benefit performance for the People of Faith for Justice on April 15th at 7:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St. San Luis Obispo. The two women will be accompanied by John R. Burns on the keyboard.

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The Devil made me do it! By the Sea Productions presents ‘Dally with the Devil’ BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

hen Janice Peters contacted me about the next show to occur for By the Sea Productions I couldn’t help but remember the saying, “the devil made me do it.” Peters is the Director for a Reader’s Theatre production of Dally With the Devil written by Victor L. Cahn. This is the second show for By the Sea Productions 2018 season. This timely play is about Charlotte, a powerful political blogger, who is approached by representatives for two opposing candidates, each wanting to share some damaging dirt on their opponent for Charlotte to feature in

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UPCOMING

Author Bert Silva to sign books at Coalesce BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

ome meet the author of “The Last Whale Watch and Other Stories” at a book signing event on March 10 from 2 to

4 p.m. Author Bert Silva says “The book is about a disgruntled engineer fired from a futuristic corporation with assets throughout the known universe. This gifted rebel chooses revenge for this rejectio0n with a bizarre construct that ends tragically.” Silva follows that story with other fanciful and true incidents both grim and comic. Silva’s creative life began with an interest in drawing. Ho worked for a time at Walt Disney Studios in the animation department but is now a full-time writer and has written a number of short stories and novels. He is an avid sailor having made passages to La Paz, Baja California Sur, and Mazatlan, Mexico in his 30foot sloop. Silva has crewed on other boats with trips to Hawaii and down the Atlantic coast from Connecticut to the Caribbean. From these experiences he has written sea adventures such as Vendetta-In Pursuit of a

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Central Coast Student Art Exhibit set for March 10 BY RUTH ANN ANGUS OF MORRO BAY LIFE

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Community Calendar

SATURDAY, MARCH 3

SMALL WILDERNESS AREA PRESERVATION Join the SWAP Weed Warriors on Saturday, March 3rd from 9 a.m. to noon to do weeding, trail trimming and erosion control in the Elfin Forest. We perform other tasks as needed. Weed Warriors will be served home-baked cookies after the work party and new Weed Warriors will receive a Weed Warrior badge. SWAP First Saturday work parties are held from 9 a.m. to noon on the first Saturday of each month. Please dress for wind, fog, or sun. Layers work well. Wear sturdy shoes, long pants and sleeves and bring work gloves. Meet at the north end of 15th Street at the Elfin Forest entrance. Don’t block driveways or mailboxes when you park. For more information call 528-0392.We will cancel if there is significant rain.

THURSDAY, MARCH 8

Morro Bay Women’s Connection Luncheon The March 8th Morro Bay Women’s Connection luncheon will introduce you to The Boutique Etc. 805 which features more than 15 local artisans from jewelry to furniture. Our inspirational speaker will be Clytee Ramsey who will take us on a musical

journey that begins out of tune and comes into her own life song. Noon to 1:30 at Rock Harbor 1475 Quintana Rd. $5 includes lunch and program,. First time guests free. Reservations Rita 534-1739

FRIDAY, MARCH 9

MORRO BAY EMBARCADERO ART WALK FRIDAY FRIDAY, MARCH 9 from 5-8 p.m. Spend an enjoyable evening strolling along Morro Bay’s beautiful waterfront! Converse with many talented local artists about their fine art, jewelry, crafts and more! Enjoy refreshments and music provided by participating galleries, restaurants and shops. Location: Marina Square Complex, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442. This is a free event. Event contact phone number: 805-772-1068

City of Morro Bay Spaghetti Dinner Feeds Youth Recreation Scholarships What better way to celebrate National Meatball Day than to bring your entire family to the City of Morro Bay’s 29th Annual Dixon’s Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser! Over the years proceeds from the event have provided thousands of dollars in financial scholarships so that children from low-income families can participate at a reduced cost in Estero Bay area youth sports and recreation activities. This year’s Dinner is from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.

on Friday, March 9th, 2018 at the Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way. Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for ages 12 and younger. The menu includes spaghetti with our homemade vegetarian marinara sauce, meatballs, salad, garlic bread, and non-alcoholic drinks. The Community Foundation of Estero Bay will be hosting a wine and beer table, and the Morro Bay Recreation Services Kid’s Club staff will be hosting a make-your-own ice cream sundae station - all available at an additional charge. Event activities include a cake walk, a carnival for children, and a wine walk for adults. Each dinner ticket will enter you into a raffle for a door prize. Additionally, the event features a silent auction, loaded with many exciting local items and activities. This 29th annual community Dinner is named in honor of the late Dixon Hafley, a former Morro Bay Recreation and Parks Commissioner, who was a major supporter of youth sports and recreation in the community. Tickets can be purchased at the City of Morro Bay Recreation Services office, or at the door the evening of the event. This longstanding community tradition is presented by the Community Foundation of Estero Bay, the Morro Bay Senior Citizens Inc., the Morro Bay Recreation & Parks Commission, and the City of Morro Bay Recreation Services Division. For information, call Recreation Services at 772-6278,

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SATURDAY MARCH 17 Rock the Shamrock

Rock the Shamrock with Tunes and Noodles presented by the Morro Bay Lions Club, LOMS PTSA and Del Mar Elementary PTA. Dinner, Dance, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Raffle. Proceeds benefit Los Osos Middle School and Del Mar Elementary School Art and Music Programs. Dinner Service 5- 7:30 p.m., 6-6:30 p.m. Student Performances, 6:30-9 p.m. Live Music by Burning James and the Funky Flames Tickets are $15 Adults (13+), $8 under 13, under 3 Free. All You Can Eat! Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic Bread, Corned Beef & Cabbage, and Desserts. Beer and wine available for purchase It will be held at the Morro Bay Veteran’s Hall - 209 Surf St in Morro Bay. Tickets Available: Lion Ray McKelvey or Lion Chuck Stoll,805-772-5198 or 805-540-4059.

German guitarist Eva Beneke 2 p.m. Saturday March 17. Classical Guitar performance for G.Roger Bailey Classical Guitar Scholarship – reception follows. St. Benedict 2220 Snowy Egret Lane – Los Osos Valley Road. Cost suggested donation of $20: proceeds benefit local scholarship fund. Reservations 771-8138 or email cbailey_1@charter.net.

AAUW announces its 32nd Annual Garden Tour

Visitors Corby and Jan Lloyd check in with hostesses at a recent AAUW/Morro Bay Garden Tour location. This year’s tour, scheduled for Sunday, April 29 from noon to 5 p.m., features five outstanding gardens in Los Osos, Morro Bay and Cayucos.

AAUW/Morro Bay’s Garden Tour Steering Committee is busy planning an outstanding experience for the April 29th event. Wearing their garden hats, in the back row, left to right are: Chairwoman Kathie Lenski, Jan Dean, Rosemary Delfino, Linda Zeuschner, and Bobbye Thompson. Seat in front are Janet Bryant, Janelle Richardson, and Bev Hill.

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Los Osos gardener Susie Hubbard readies her garden for the 32nd Annual AAUW/ Morro Bay Garden Tour on April 29.

The Morro Bay Chapter of the American Association of University Women has selected five outstanding gardens in Morro Bay, Los Osos, and Cayucos for showcasing on its 32nd annual garden tour which will take place Sunday April 29, noon to 5 p.m. Proceeds from the highly anticipated community event fund scholarships, prizes for academic achievement, and send outstanding seventh grade girls to AAUW’s science and technology camp each summer. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased after April 1st at Volumes of Pleasure Bookstore in Los Osos, Coalesce Bookstore in Morro Bay, and Farm Supply in San Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande, and Paso Robles or any AAUW/ Morro Bay member. AAUW is a national organization founded in 1881 to open the doors of education to women. For more information see morrobayaauw.org or call 805550-5216.

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DALLY WITH THE DEVIL Continued from PAGE 6

Personalized wall plaques are available at Mercantile on Main. (Photo by Ruth Ann Angus)

MERCANTILE

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you enjoying the variety of items. Local artists goods are included. There are decorated boxes by Tobey Crockett, paintings by Paula’s CoCreations, and clocks made from old vinyl LPs by Angie Dana. Bright gift bags, coasters, and ceramics are displayed on the shelves. Boxes of puzzles and children’s toys, cookie molds, glassware, organizer books, and an assortment of cards that are priced at $1.95 make up some of the items you will find. Colorful pillows and soft cashmere scarves are also

offered. Mayes also carries a whole line of candles in glass containers. “These candles are made of a coconut wax blend,” she explained. “They are supposed to burn cleaner than soy candles.” Wall plaques with scripted sayings are still popular and Mayes has them displayed about on the walls. She also offers personalized wall plaques made from recycled wood that an artist can script with the saying of your choice. Right now, Mercantile on Main at 863 Main St. is open daily from 12. to 5 p.m. but will increase hours as the tourist season begins. Stop in and say hello – you won’t regret it.

present timely, provocative content plays in an intimate way that makes the words even more powerful.” “This play has three strong, intelligent women jockeying for control, and finding out how far each will go to achieve their goals. The author has presented the conflict with biting humor, but the questions of integrity and its constantly shifting boundaries are those we all face every day. Seeing this play may make us think more about our own choices,” Peters says. Regarding the performers, Peters says, “Casting this show was both exciting and frustrating, because we have a wealth of strong actors in this county to choose from, and I am thrilled with the three women playing these roles.” Jill Turnbow, who plays Charlotte, is a director and actor seen in many productions, most recently as Martha in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf, at CCAT, where she is also

EMMA’S REVOLUTION Continued from PAGE 6

On “Revolution Now” Emma’s Revolution covers issues from reproductive justice to refugees and Black Lives Matter and features their trademark harmonies and acoustic guitars. Their style ranges from folk to jazz to funk to rock. Their music has been featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered,” “Democracy Now,” and “The Thom Hartman Show.” The show on April 15 brings to the Central Coast this duo’s uprising of truth and hope, peace and justice, labor, human rights, environmental, LGBT and women’s rights. Don’t miss this one! Tickets can be purchased online at www.emmasrevolution.com or email uuspirit@me.com or call

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the artistic director. Lisa Woske, playing Irene, began her theatre career as an actress, but now concentrates on directing, with By the Sea Productions’ Exit Laughing, her most recent project, in addition to her position as Marketing and Public Relations director at Cal Poly Arts. MJ Johnson, playing Megan, has been seen in many local productions as an actor, singer and dancer, and is also a special effects artist, but she is currently playing her favorite role as mom to her new baby boy. Dally With the Devil is being performed for one weekend only so you don’t want to miss it, Friday, March 23 and Saturday, March 24 at 7:00 P.M. and Sunday, March 25 at 3:00 P.M. at the hall at Saint Peters by the Sea Episcopal Church, 545 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay. If this production is anywhere as electrifying as Seven was, then we are in for a thoughtful and provocative evening. Tickets are only $10 and may be purchased at the door or online at bytheseaproductions.org. For more information, call 805-776-3287.

(805) 305-0612. People of Faith for Justice (PFJ) is an interfaith alliance promoting peace and nonviolence, environmental justice, economic justice and human and civil rights. They host educational programs about environmental and social justice issues and are committed to addressing climate change, income inequality, livable minimum wage, homelessness, racial and gender issues, environmental destruction, and an end to war. PFJ represents clergy and laity who, recognizing our collective responsibility, have come together to address inequities in our society and speak up for those who are marginalized. You can learn more about them at www.PeopleofFaithforJustice.org or www.facebook.com/ peopleoffaithforjustice.

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