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Political Watch • On July 25, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that the state and a group of automakers signed an agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions produced by cars and trucks. Newsom announced this plan as President Donald Trump and his administration prepare to reduce federal vehicle emission standards. Ford, Honda, BMW of North America, and the Volkswagen Group of American agreed to this voluntary framework, according to a statement from Newsom’s office. The deal encourages the transition to electric vehicles and provides an incentive to companies to install greenhouse-gas-reducing technology in vehicles. “California’s authority to set tough vehicle emission standards has been good for California and the country,” Newsom said. “This agreement affirms the fact that retaining that authority is a crucial element in our ability to make progress with cleaner cars.” • Following Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s report and testimony in U.S. House of Representative hearings, U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) announced his support for an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump on Aug. 2. Carbajal is the 118th Congress member to voice support for an impeachment inquiry. Carbajal’s announcement means a majority of House Democrats have voiced support for taking the first step toward impeachment; however, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco) has said she isn’t supportive of the idea. In a statement announcing his support, Carbajal cited findings in Mueller’s report, including at least 10 instances where Trump tried to interfere with Mueller’s investigation. “We cannot ignore this president’s actions, and we cannot let him off the hook because of his title,” Carbajal said. “I was elected to support and defend our Constitution against all threats, foreign and domestic. That is what I will continue to do.” • Following the shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, on Aug. 3 and Aug. 4, U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) reiterated his support for a bill he cosponsored earlier this year to strengthen U.S. gun laws. “We must take every step we can to end the gun violence epidemic that plagues our nation … . It is my hope that the president and people on both sides of the aisle will support our bipartisan Extreme Risk Protection Order Act,” he said in a statement. Carbajal and other Congress members introduced the bill to Congress in February this year. If enacted, the legislation would encourage states to allow family members or law enforcement officials to request a judge to temporarily take away an individual’s guns, if the person is a threat to themselves or others. • There are several positions open on the South County Advisory Council (SCAC), which is made up of citizens who provide input on issues affecting South County residents to the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors. The SCAC holds monthly meetings where it reviews pending planning projects and submits recommendations to the county’s Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. The five open positions cover Nipomo and other areas between Santa Maria and Oceano. The positions can be filled by appointment without having to run for election. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and live in the area they wish to represent. Applicants must submit a petition with 10 eligible voters from their area to the council for consideration. More information can be found at scac.ca.gov. m

UNSAFE RIDES: Three women who were sexually assaulted by their Lyft drivers are suing the company for unsafe rides and not properly checking the history of its drivers.

Lyft sued for not keeping passengers safe Three individual Jane Does, one of whom is a San Luis Obispo local, who allege that they were sexually assaulted by their Lyft drivers, claim that Lyft Inc. misrepresented the safety of its rides to the women and the general public. A complaint fi led on July 24 against Lyft Inc. (a Delaware Corporation with its principal place of business in San Francisco) and Lompoc resident Jason Fenwick alleges that the company falsely claimed that its rides were safe, its drivers properly screened, and that its screening process was superior to others used by competing ride-hailing companies. Fenwick was arrested and remains incarcerated in SLO County Jail on $500,000 bail for sexual assault and battery charges pending a felony trial. According to the lawsuit, Jane Doe 1 in San Luis Obispo, Jane Doe 2 in Los Angeles, and Jane Doe 3 in San Diego, were each sexually assaulted by their respective Lyft drivers on their way home. On the evening of Nov. 4, 2018, Jane Doe 1, was drunk when she entered the Lyft vehicle and had blacked out by the time she arrived at her home, the lawsuit states, which her driver Fenwick escorted her into. The lawsuit states that Fenwick placed the unconscious Doe in her bed and then proceeded to wander around her home checking for other occupants and closing curtains so as not to be seen, oblivious to the home surveillance video system recording his every action. Fenwick preceded over the next 30 minutes to fondle, paw, kiss, molest, and disrobe the unconscious Jane Doe, according to the lawsuit, eventually removing her underwear in order to orally perform sex acts upon her and to penetrate her intimate orifices, the lawsuit states. Fenwick took several breaks during the

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claims that Lyft owed the Jane Does a encounter, the lawsuit states, to survey the heightened duty of care and is liable for both interior of the house once again for others its drivers’ intentional and negligent acts, present, and took several cellphone pictures of regardless of whether such acts were committed himself with the unconscious Doe. within the scope of employment. When the assault ended, according to the The Sun reached out to Lyft for comment but lawsuit, Fenwick left Doe naked in her bed, picked up Doe’s cellphone so that he could didn’t hear back before press time. issue a $20 tip to himself for the Lyft ride and The parties must appear for a first case then departed Doe’s home for his next pickup. management conference on Dec. 2 in San Luis The lawsuit alleges that Jane Doe 2 in Los Obispo Superior Court. Angeles and Jane Doe 3 in San Diego were —Karen Garcia utilizing Lyft’s services in 2019 and 2017, respectively, when their Lyft driver sexually NEWS continued page 6 assaulted them. According to the lawsuit, Lyft knew that its security screening was deficient, that its background checks were below industry standards, and that its drivers were not trained on sexual harassment and abuse standards. Microclimate Weather Forecast Lyft is subject to a “heightened Dave Hovde standard of care as a common carrier”—a KSBY Chief Meteorologist person or company that transports goods or passengers on regular routes at set rates—according to the lawsuit. The lawsuit argues that a recent decision in the case Doe v. Uber Technologies Inc. (it doesn’t specify the date or case number), “the court rejected Uber’s argument that it is not a common carrier.” COASTAL High 73 Low 54 COASTAL High 74 Low 55 “In reaching its decision, the court INLAND High 87 Low 54 INLAND High 88 Low 55 found that: a. Uber’s services are available to the general public and that Uber charges customers standardized fees for car rides; and b. Uber offers to the public to carry persons, thereby bringing it within California’s defi nition of common carrier,” the lawsuit states. As Lyft and Uber provide nearly identical services and share a very similar COASTAL High 74 Low 56 COASTAL High 75 Low 56 business model, the lawsuit filed against INLAND High 88 Low 56 INLAND High 91 Low 56 Lyft in July states that California courts Mild summer pattern heading in the weekend with night and morning clouds and will likely regard Lyft as a common carrier. temperatures near average. As a common carrier, the lawsuit

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DA sues fire retardant company, claims false advertising Santa Barbara County District Attorney Joyce Dudley filed a lawsuit against a Marina Del Rey-based company over claims it made about the effectiveness of one of its fire prevention products. The company, Sun FireDefense, produces and sells a fire retardant called SPF 3000 Clear Spray, which can be applied to the exterior of homes to supposedly prevent them from igniting during wildfires, according to the lawsuit filed on Aug. 5. In a statement her office released regarding the complaint, Dudley said she decided to investigate the company’s claims after watching a television ad promoting the product shortly after the Thomas Fire. “[The commercial] was for a product that left me, and I suspect most viewers from our still traumatized community, with the distinct impression that if this product was used on their home, they and their loved ones would be better protected from future fires,” Dudley said in the statement. After seeing this ad, and believing the company’s claims were too good to be true, Dudley’s office began a yearlong investigation into the effectiveness of the product and the company’s claims, county Deputy District Attorney Christopher Dalbey told the Sun. The company’s website contains a link to a video comparing how two different shingles—one of which is treated with the spray—react to fire. In the video, the untreated shingle catches fire and burns quickly, while the treated shingle never ignites. Dalbey said the DA’s Office conducted a similar test that didn’t produce the same results. During its investigation, the DA’s Office tested the product on different housing materials and found the product didn’t work as advertised. According to the complaint, the company hasn’t provided evidence to substantiate claims that the product can protect homes from heat and embers up to 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit or that the product is effective for more than five years after a single application. Additionally, according to the complaint, the company claims the spray was developed in collaboration with NASA and the U.S. Forest Service. Dalbey said he isn’t aware of any evidence that backs up those claims.

The company’s CEO, James Mosley, who is identified in the lawsuit, didn’t respond to the Sun’s request for comment prior to press time. The DA’s Office—which filed the lawsuit along with Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer—isn’t sure how many people have purchased this product in Santa Barbara County, but Dalbey said the office intends to find out during the discovery phase of this lawsuit. Through this complaint, the attorneys are requesting that the company be forced to pay civil penalties of no less than $5 million. In addition to the penalties, the attorneys want to ensure that the company changes how it advertises its product to accurately ref lect its effectiveness to the public. “We’re not saying it has zero effectiveness, just that it doesn’t correspond with how it’s advertised,” Dalbey said. “The bigger picture is to protect the public so they have accurate information when deciding to protect their homes.” —Zac Ezzone

Emergency funding keeps Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau afloat through August When Solvang Interim City Attorney Chip Wullbrandt looked over the contract with the Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau, he couldn’t understand it. “It didn’t look like a lawyer had written it,” he said. Wullbrandt considered the four-year tourism contract the city had with Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau through 2022 to be void. It had to be renegotiated, he said, and the city planned cuts to the funding it allocated. Wullbrandt said the same about the two-year contract the city had with the Solvang Chamber of Commerce through the end of the 2019-20 fiscal year. “They’re at least awkward,” he said of both contracts. “They really didn’t work, and certainly didn’t work as multi-year contracts.” The Solvang City Council voted to renegotiate both contracts during its June 24 meeting, to reduce the city’s funding to the visitors bureau from the requested $880,000 to $600,000, and to slash the city’s contribution to the chamber in half to $150,000. Wullbrandt, City Mayor Ryan

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Lompoc moves code compliance online following layoffs Residents in Lompoc hoping to submit concerns to the city’s compliance division will now have to do so online because the division was eliminated when the city passed its 2019-21 biennial budget. According the city, Lompoc has added a code compliance concern form to its website that can be filled out online. In the statement, the city also announced that it’s changing how it prioritizes responding to complaints because of the restructuring. “With the reduction in staffing, code compliance concerns must be addressed on a priority-level basis, with emergency, life, and safety items receiving attention first,” reads a statement Lompoc officials released on Aug. 2. In an interview with the Sun on June 25, the day after the City Council passed the 2019-21 budget, Lompoc Mayor Jenelle Osborne said the city isn’t eliminating code enforcement altogether—specific departments have staff dedicated to monitoring code violations relevant to their respective departments. However, this move eliminates the office that residents would call for general complaints about lawn maintenance, housing violations, or other similar concerns. “There are code enforcement positions in other departments, but general code enforcement—things you think about when you call to complain about certain things— we will not have anyone to respond to those issues,” Osborne said in June. Through this online form, residents can still submit those general complaints regarding housing, building, or landscape maintenance violations, to the city. The complaints will then be directed to and handled by the appropriate division, such as the fire or wastewater department. These changes went into effect on July 1, when the city’s 2019-20 fiscal year began. In addition to eliminating the two code compliance positions, the city also eliminated two planning positions, one battalion chief position in the fire department, and two office assistant positions, and changed the city’s public information officer post into a grant writer position. The City Council opted to pass a budget including these cuts to cover a more than $3 million deficit the city was facing due to increasing pension costs and low revenue. m —Zac Ezzone

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RESEARCHING HEMP: Over the last few months, more than a dozen farmers have signed agreements with Allan Hancock College to cultivate hemp for research purposes.

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hile cannabis has been the subject of much debate in Santa Barbara County over the past year, there’s been less discussion on hemp, a variety of the plant. That may soon change, however, as farmers’ interest in the crop grows and as the county awaits federal cultivation regulations. Hemp is a variety of cannabis with a THC concentration of less than 0.3 percent. The crop has a number of uses, including fiber, paper, and oils, the latter of which is often marketed as having medical benefits. Since Congress passed the farm bill in 2018, removing hemp’s status as an illegal substance, about 30 to 40 growers have reached out to the county inquiring about growing the crop, according to county Deputy Agriculture Commissioner Lottie Martin. “There has been quite a bit of interest,” Martin said. “[Interested farmers] are throughout the county. Some in Santa Maria, and the rest in mid-county, the Santa Ynez Valley.” The farm bill provides two pathways for hemp cultivation while the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) works on its regulatory plan. Growers can either participate in state-run pilot programs or grow hemp in conjunction with a research institution like Allan Hancock College. Santa Barbara County only allows the latter. In April, the California Department of Food and Agriculture announced it was opening registration for counties permitting growers to participate in its pilot program. San Luis Obispo County opened hemp registration shortly after the state’s announcement. But about a month later, SLO County placed a moratorium on registration, citing a need to re-examine the process.

Santa Barbara County decided to only allow hemp cultivation for research purposes until the USDA releases its regulations this fall and the state subsequently submits its own regulatory plan to the federal government, Martin said. “Some counties are moving forward with the state, but the process is hasty and not well defined,” Martin said. “So for our county, our hope was to slow it down and let the rules catch up and to let it move slowly.” Fifth District Supervisor Steve Lavagnino said he has received a lot of inquiries from farmers interested in growing hemp over the last few months. Most of these farmers have either signed agreements for research projects or are waiting for the county to open the process to all growers, which will probably happen next year. Claire Wineman, president of the GrowerShipper Association of Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties, said the association’s members have expressed some interest in growing hemp, but they haven’t asked the association to actively advocate on behalf of the crop yet. If the county does green light hemp cultivation, attempts to regulate cannabis could get even more complicated. The county Board of Supervisors recently approved more stringent cannabis regulations on marijuana specifically, in response to residents’ concerns about the plant, including its odor. Supervisors capped the acreage of marijuana that can be grown in the county and prohibited its cultivation on smaller parcels of land in rural neighborhoods, among other changes. However, the county won’t have the flexibility to implement these same sorts of regulations on hemp because it’s considered

a crop, similar to lettuce, strawberries, or cauliflower, Lavagnino said. Navigating these challenges will prove difficult for the county whenever hemp cultivation becomes legal for all farmers. Until then, growing in conjunction with research institutions will remain the only option for county farmers interested in hemp. Farmers have had the option to grow hemp with research institutions since 2014; however, growers in the county haven’t taken an interest in this option until this year, Martin said. Since May, Hancock has signed agreements with about 12 to 14 growers to set up hemp research cultivation projects throughout the county, said Hancock President and Superintendent Kevin Walthers. “We essentially sat down with the farmers and said if you’re a local farmer, we’ll work with you on this pilot project just to see how it goes,” Walthers said. Through the partnership, the college provides the research expertise of a faculty member. Additionally, it creates an opportunity for students to go into the fields and conduct sampling that may relate to what they’re learning in their plant biology classes or other courses. The agreements the college signed with the farmers are in place for one year; after then, the college can decide whether to engage in a second round of agreements. But this could change based on the county’s actions regarding hemp. “Maybe the county will write rules during this first year and everything changes and everybody goes through the county, and we’ll go back to doing what we do,” Walthers said. m

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anta Barbara County law enforcement officials were investigating the theft of $17,000 worth of agricultural chemicals from a farm outside Santa Maria in 2017 when they uncovered a local black market for stolen farming equipment. Investigators with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office found that the chemicals—pesticides and fertilizer—were being stored at a facility where they also later recovered several hundred dollars’ worth of stolen construction equipment. They were able to link that equipment back to a suspect who led investigators to several others, including two who were identified by law enforcement after a $7,000 ATV was reported stolen from a farm on West Betteravia Road and then spotted by its owner in the yard of a Santa Maria home. A stolen $1,400 injection pump was found with it. Another suspect was arrested that summer after allegedly snatching a $25,000 equipment trailer and $1,400 worth of other materials from a farm near Bonita School Road months earlier. The investigations into those crimes eventually revealed more than one location in Santa Maria where stolen agricultural equipment and materials are re-sold illegally through a black market. The discovery and the incidents that led to it weren’t all that surprising to law enforcement officials, since farms, ranches, and vineyards—with their vast and often sparsely occupied acreage—are frequent targets of theft on the Central Coast and in California in general. In an effort to better prevent agricultural thefts, the way those crimes are tracked and prosecuted is changing. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 224 into law on July 12. When it goes into effect in January 2020, it will create a new penal code specifically for grand thefts of agricultural property and equipment. Under existing law, any stolen item worth more than $950 is classified as grand theft, punishable

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by misdemeanor or felony, according to the bill text. Senate Bill 224 won’t change that, but it will create another category specifically for incidents in which agricultural equipment worth more than $950 is stolen. Sgt. Jeff Nichols, supervisor of the Rural Crimes Unit for the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, said the new categorization will likely help law enforcement and public officials keep better data on where and when the most serious thefts of agricultural property are happening. “And it seems to me it’s a mechanism for them to be able to identify those crimes and fines associated with those crimes,” Nichols said, “so [the profits] can go back to the ag community instead of being absorbed by the state.” Along with creating a new penal code, SB 224 will also ensure that any fines paid by those convicted of grand ag theft will be funneled back into the state’s rural crime prevention programs. The Central Coast and Central Valley both have rural crime prevention programs that bring together law enforcement agencies, district attorneys, and agricultural commissioners from several California counties to deter rural and agricultural-related crimes. Both SLO and Santa Barbara counties participate in the Central Coast Rural Crime Prevention Program, and although Nichols said agriculture-related crimes aren’t as common on the coast as they are in the Central Valley, it is an issue here. Between 2015 and 2018, the SLO County Rural Crimes Unit investigated nearly 600 ag-related incidents, according to data compiled by Nichols. About 113 of those cases involved animal abuse and neglect issues, 177 were non-criminal incident reports, and 146 involved thefts of agricultural property. Nichols said they’ve investigated reports of stolen tractors, ATVs, miscellaneous equipment, fuel, and even crops—thieves often snag produce

directly from orchards and fields. These thefts can be financially devastating to local farmers and ranchers, according to Brent Burchett, executive director of the SLO County Farm Bureau. “For a lot of farmers, they can’t just go out and buy new equipment in time to get their crop planted or harvested,” Burchett wrote in an email to the Sun. “The frontline of defense for farmers is the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office Rural Crimes Unit, and we know that the more we can support their work, the more crimes we can abate in rural areas of SLO County.” SB 224 takes the proceeds from fines imposed on people convicted of stealing farm equipment and earmarks those funds specifically for the prevention of such rural crimes. So while Burchett said agricultural-related crime will always be a problem for Farm Bureau members, having an additional revenue stream will help support the work being done to prevent it. Although no one is sure yet how exactly the fines collected through the new law will be allotted or used, Santa Barbara County Deputy District Attorney John DeChaine said the creation of a penal code specific to agricultural grand thefts will help law enforcement better track where crimes are occurring and how to best use resources in combating those crimes. DeChaine, who often helps prosecute rural crimes, said it’s important to know where thefts are occurring so law enforcement agencies can divert funding, staff, and prevention efforts to those places. “If the charges are simply grand theft,” he said, “there’s little ability to track whether they’re in more rural areas or more cosmopolitan areas.” m Staff Writer Kasey Bubnash, now with the Sun’s sister paper New Times, can be reached at kbubnash@ newtimesslo.com.

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SUCCULENT OBSESSION: The cactus flower epiphyllum comes in both red and yellow, and you might be able to pick one up at the Santa Maria Valley Library’s next succulent swap in October.

he idea was simple: offer folks a seed library and watch the community bloom. Librarian Gillian Speicher took the lead of the project at the Santa Maria Public Library, a chance to latch on to a national sensation that sought to turn gardeners into library members. The movement reached national heights in 2013 on the airwaves of National Public Radio. Libraries all over the nation began to offer seed libraries, some hoping to sign new members up too. When Speicher began her seed library more than a year ago, the strategy was different. The program didn’t seek to turn gardeners into members; all she wanted was for every available seed to find an eager planter. Thus, library cards aren’t required to check out seeds. “There are a lot of different reasons why someone might not be able to have a library card,” Speicher said. “We wanted it to be available to everyone.” She pulled a card catalog from storage, a relic of the pre-internet age that dovetailed nicely with the age-old practice of seed saving. The program was an immediate hit. Two months after its start, all of the seeds were gone. She added more. And more. And she has maintained a weekly log monitoring the seed supply, keeping the number at around 100 packets. Each orange paper envelope features a sticker with the plant name—both common and scientific—and a handful of other tidbits, including care instructions. The library offers fruits and vegetables. Annuals and perennials. Broccoli one week and nasturtiums the next. One patron donated seeds from a psoralea pinnata, sometimes called a “Kool-Aid bush.” Speicher’s trying that one out herself. Her other attempts at planting new and interesting seeds have yielded mixed results, as the sandy soil of her Nipomo dwelling isn’t always friendly. She remembers a time she tried to grow grape tomatoes. “That one was a disaster,” she said. The Santa Maria library has further cultivated local enthusiasm for gardening by offering the Succulent Exchange, an event that drew a crowd of more than 200 plant-wielding fans in June. Even

the library’s Harry Potter event didn’t hit that number, Speicher said. And, Speicher said, the age range is broader than just the succulent-trend-frenzied millennial generation. The popularity of the succulent swap, which began in 2018, has blossomed enough to warrant a fourth such event on Oct. 5, with more planned for the future. Speicher has also begun a Garden Club, which plans to hold its third meeting on Aug. 10. “It’s more of just a social to learn about your garden and learn about other people’s gardens,” Speicher said. Speicher wants to take what the seed library started even further. Next up, she wants to bring in a beekeeper to talk about pollination. For more information about the library’s garden programs, visit cityofsantamaria.org/citygovernment/departments/library, check out the library’s Facebook page, or stop by the library at 421 S. McClelland St. in Santa Maria.

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Highlights: • The city of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department and the Mayor’s Task Force on Youth Safety are hosting a free pool party for students in seventh through 12th grade on Aug. 9 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center, located at 600 S. McClelland St. There will be live DJ music, free catering from Vaqueras Taco Truck, and lifeguards on duty. Admission is free. • Recently retired Santa Maria Joint Union High School District Superintendent Mark Richardson recently received the 2019 Robert F. Grogan Public Service Award at the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards gala. “Richardson has spent over 30 years as an educator, the last seven of those here locally in the Santa Maria Valley. Richardson has touched the lives of countless students and has had immense positive impact on our local school district in Santa Maria,” the chamber said on its Facebook page. m Staff Writer William D’Urso wrote this week’s Biz Spotlight. Information should be sent to the Sun via fax, mail, or email at spotlight@santamariasun.com.

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Focus and funding needs redirection throughout the region for community wildfire protection BY BRYANT BAKER, RICHARD HALSEY, AND CHAD HANSON

he cover story of the July 25 edition of the Sun (“Battling the future”) tackled one of the most pressing issues we face on the Central Coast: how to best protect communities from wildfire. While the story covered some important aspects of this issue, there are also several key measures fire scientists have identified as the best ways to protect homes and people. These same scientists are also coming to new understandings about our local ecosystems, which can help improve how communities adapt to fire in the region. The areas where wildfires typically burn in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties are generally covered with unique shrubland ecosystems called chaparral and coastal sage scrub. These shrublands are similar to those found in only four other places on the planet. While they are astoundingly diverse and complex, they are commonly misunderstood. The natural fire cycle for our native shrublands is characterized by large and intense fires every 30 to 150 years. It is entirely normal for these fires to burn most or all of the aboveground vegetation, which will naturally regenerate from seed or by resprouting from underground plant structures. If these areas burn too frequently, native species can’t keep up and are replaced by flammable non-native grasses and weeds that dry out earlier in the year and ignite more easily. These same invasive plants also tend to dominate where vegetation is cleared by heavy equipment, presumably to reduce fire risk. Chaparral fire ecology is quite different than that of conifer forests where trees are the dominant vegetation, though both ecosystems are subject to misconceptions about what is normal or abnormal when it comes to fire. Forestry officials often claim that all of these forests are too dense due to past fire suppression. This assertion is not only disputed by many forest ecologists, but it’s often used as justification for hastily approving commercial logging projects and other intensive vegetation removal activities. For example, Los Padres National Forest officials recently approved two massive commercial logging projects near Mt. Pinos without preparing an environmental assessment or soliciting much public input. Both projects will allow a private timber company to remove trees of any size, including old-growth conifers used by endangered California condors—the same trees that fire scientists say should be left in place to reduce fire risk. No matter what ecosystem we’re considering, study after study and fire after fire have shown us that large habitat clearance projects far away from communities aren’t just ecologically damaging, they’re ineffective when it matters most: during extreme weather conditions. These are the conditions under which the vast majority of wildfires that cause damage to communities occur. We need only to look at the 2017 Thomas Fire or 2018 Camp Fire to see where fast, winddriven fires moved through areas that were logged, cleared, or burned just years before without slowing down. In fact, those cleared areas actually allowed the fires to accelerate. If these methods haven’t been working, then

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why are lawmakers and agencies doubling down on them? Hundreds of millions of dollars will be thrown at lofty vegetation clearance projects over the next few years in California, while no funds are being directed to the mitigation measures fire science consistently shows to be the most effective. For example, there are currently no funds being invested in programs that help homeowners in at-risk areas retrofit their structures with fire-safe materials. While this isn’t a foolproof method, it can help improve the odds of a home surviving a wildfire according to fire scientists,

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More importantly for the future, local governments must find ways to reduce the number of new homes built in high fire risk areas. Just in the last 25 years, more than 5,000 homes have been built in state-designated high or very high fire hazard severity zones in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties combined—and there’s no sign that this will stop anytime soon. Finally, for existing developments and communities, we must ensure that people receive adequate warnings and know what to do in the event of a wildfire. This may require improving alert systems or even installation of outdoor sirens as a backup. And if evacuation isn’t possible, communities should look at alternatives, such a creating large, fire-safe areas or “fire parks” where trapped people can find safe refuge as a few fortunate ones did in Paradise during the 2018 Camp Fire. The information for what needs to be done to truly protect people from inevitable wildfires is available. Policymakers just need to pay attention and find ways to divert some of the massive amount of money being poured into ineffective methods of the past into smart mitigation measures known today. m

... no funds are being directed to the mitigation measures fire science consistently shows to be the most effective. including those at the Forest Service’s own Fire Sciences Lab. None of this is to say that vegetation management doesn’t have its place. The science is clear that pruning vegetation and removing flammable materials immediately around homes is an important (though again, not foolproof) part of community protection. However, a recent report by The San Diego Union-Tribune also found that Cal Fire hasn’t been enforcing defensible space requirements around homes in many counties, including San Luis Obispo. Strangely enough, this is in part due to a lack of funding to Cal Fire—one of the most well-funded agencies in the state—for these critical inspections.

Bryant Baker is the conservation director for Los Padres ForestWatch; Richard Halsey is the director of the California Chaparral Institute; and Chad Hanson is the forest and fire ecologist for the John Muir Project. Send comments through the editor at clanham@santamariasun.com or write a response for publication and email it to letters@ santamariasun.com.

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’m not sure what they put in the water down in Solvang, but whatever it is, it’s spicy! A battle brewing over how the biggest little Danish tourist city in Santa Barbara County spends its tourism dollars reached a fever pitch in July after the City Council voted to slice its funding to two organizations that spend a lot of time bringing in that visitor revenue. Honestly, the whole thing is a bit confusing— because the political gadflies in the selfproclaimed “Danish Capital of America” just lend that sort of sour flavor to things. Remember all of that hullabaloo over the Solvang Trolley & Carriage Company? Who knew that a quaint small-town business could be such a flashpoint for a bunch of retirees with nothing better to do? In this case, though, it doesn’t help that the Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau and the Solvang Chamber of Commerce are saying one thing while the city is saying another. The city claims that the chamber’s president threatened to sue the city over its June 24 decision to terminate contracts with both tourism entities and enter a renegotiation period for less. The chamber claims that no such threat took place. During a July 23 meeting, City Councilmember Daniel Johnson alluded to the dissemination of fake news, which I can only assume was a shot at the chamber. He didn’t specify. City Councilmember Robert Clarke could barely manage the steam coming out of his ears that night. Clarke, who apparently can’t say the word “shit” on the dais, was adamant about how the city needed to tighten its purse strings in order to provide services to the greatest number of residents. He added that if people didn’t like the council’s decision, there’s an election every two years. Ooh, boy. Them’s fightin’ words. “We’ve been pretty vilified via email and voicemail and on the streets over our decisions on tourist funding,” Clarke said. “The chicken S [said with emphasis] thing to do would be to cave in to the 30 people who show up at every meeting.” Bam! Take that, haters! Then the Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau put out a press release taking a potshot at the city, claiming that, “Effective today, Aug. 1, 2019, major staff and service changes solely due to funding issues have been made.” Changes, the release said, that included laying off the bureau’s executive director, digital media director, and bookkeeper because the city offered short-term funding that just wasn’t enough. Wow, city of Solvang. WTF? But wait. The city issued its own press release in response. Duhn, duhn, duhn. The city claimed that on July 31, the city and the bureau reached an agreement to fund two full-time staff positions and operate “key visitor services” (whatever the hell that means) through the end of August. The city also claimed that it would have done more, but the bureau gave notice of the over-dramatic changes too late for City Council to do anything about it. Take that visitors bureau. I still don’t know what the hell is going on, but I have to admit, I’m loving all of the drama. m The Canary wants some of whatever Solvang’s drinking. Send your thoughts to canary@ santamariasun.com. www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 11

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Natural Café 2407 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 937-2735 thenaturalcafe.com facebook.com/TheNaturalCafe

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La Perla Market and Deli

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Spencer’s Fresh Markets 3580 Orcutt Road, Santa Maria (805) 937-3702 spencersfreshmarkets.com facebook.com/spencersfreshmarkets

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North China Restaurant 113 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 925-3705 ilovenorthchina.com info@ilovenorthchina.com @northchinarestaurant

BEST JAPANESE FOOD

Atari-ya Japanese Restaurant

1551 Stowell Center Plaza, Santa Maria (805) 922-0025 atari-ya.net facebook.com/atariyasantamaria

BEST AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD

Casa Mañana

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

BEST ITALIAN FOOD

Trattoria Uliveto 285 S. Broadway, Orcutt (805) 934-4546

trattoriauliveto.com contact@trattoriauliveto.com facebook.com/TrattoriaUliveto-132924290079769 @trattoria_uliveto

BEST OUTDOOR DINING

The Garden Mediterranean Restaurant 122 E. Boone St., Santa Maria (805)347-1112 thegarden122@gmail.com facebook.com/TheGardenSantaMaria

1640 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 925-8519

casamananasantamaria.business.site facebook.com/Casamanana1964 18 • Sun August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

BEST BREAKFAST BURRITO

Orcutt Burgers 1099 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 938-0064 orcuttburgers.com

BEST POKE

Sake Sushi

194 Town Center E., Santa Maria 1325 N. H St., suite C, Lompoc (805) 922-9900, (805) 736-8899 sakesushi.party facebook.com/sakesushilompoc

facebook.com/OrcuttBurger

BEST WEEKEND BRUNCH

Santa Maria Inn 801 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-7777 santamariainn.com innkeeper@santamariainn.com facebook.com/SantaMariaInn @santamariainn

BEST SUSHI

Yanagi Sushi & Grill 2431 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 937-8882 yanagisushigrill.com

BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD

Jaffa Café

2530 S. Broadway, suite A, Santa Maria (805) 354-7229 eatjaffa.com aliofjaffa@yahoo.com facebook.com/JaffaSLO @jaffa_cafe

BEST JUICE PLACE

Blenders in the Grass Buellton, Lompoc, Orcutt, and Santa Maria (805) 938-9011 drinkblenders.com info@drinkblenders.com

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Wants To Thank You!

Voted Best Breakfast in Town 19 Years in a Row

SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH DAILY Daily 7am–2pm · 135 E. Clark Ave, Old Orcutt

(805) 934-4429 Follow us on Facebook

and Instagram

Voted Best Orcutt Restaurant

for our daily specials www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 19

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BEST DESSERT

BEST CARNICERIA

BEST BARBECUE

Mercado Y Orcutt Bakery Carniceria 4869 S. Bradley Road, Su Mesa suite 112, Santa Maria

BBQ Land

(805) 938-9140

bbqlandsantamaria.com

orcuttbakery.com danielle@orcuttbakery.com facebook.com/orcuttbakery @orcuttbakery

BEST THAI FOOD

Boonie Thai Cuisine 618 E. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 928-6338

123 S. Blosser Road, Santa Maria 1571 Stowell Center Plaza, Santa Maria (805) 739-9220, (805) 347-0037 facebook.com/mercadoycarniceriasumesa

BEST PANADERIA

Mana

503 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-6619 facebook.com/pages/ Mana/117497291609590

BEST SANTA MARIA RESTAURANT

1975-A S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 346-8537

516 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 347-7800

BEST SALAD

Urbane Cafe

theswissrestaurant.com facebook.com/theswissbarsm

655 E. Betteravia Road, Santa Maria (805) 330-2230 urbanecafe.com info@urbanecafe.com facebook.com/urbanecafe @UrbaneCafe

booniethaicuisine.com boonie@booniethaicuisine.com

The Swiss Restaurant and Bar

BEST NIPOMO RESTAURANT

Jocko’s Steakhouse 125 N. Thompson Ave., Nipomo (805) 929-3686 jockossteakhouse.com @jockossteakhouse BEST OF NSBC continued page 23

Cool Hand Luke’s would like to Thank You for voting Us Best Happy Hour and Best Sports Bar

We offer Catering, Great Lunch Specials, and Private Banquet Rooms • Gift Cards available to the Coolest Joint in Town •

1321 Nicholson Avenue, Santa Maria (805) 928-6196 www.coolhandlukes.com 20 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

Voted Best Eco-Friendly Business 1317 West McCoy Lane 805.361.2900

M: 7:30 AM-2 PM • T-Fri: 7:30 AM - 8 PM Sat: 9 AM- 8 PM • TSun: 9 AM - 2 PM

Thank You To Our Loyal Customers! VOTED BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD

Arroyo Grande: 206 E. Branch St. • 805-202-2080 Santa Maria: 2530 S. Broadway, #A • 805-354-7229

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST PIZZERIA!

Hot. Apple.

Dumpling Try Our Original or New Streusel Dumpling, with Crumb Topping, Bourbon Cream Sauce & Salted Caramel Icing!

Restaurant & Bakery

AppleFarm.com 2015 Monterey St. • SLO • 805-544-6100

EAT IN + TAKE OUT + EVENTS + CATERING Full Service Food & Bar Catering Ask about Testa’s Tavern event venue

Esta.

2017

Specializing in rustic Santa Maria Style BBQ Also customizing menus from simply delicious to the most elegant of affairs

pizzeria bello forno wood- fired artisan pizza

8 0 5.6 2 3.7111 C AT E R I N G 8 0 5.8 6 3.7047 E MA I L PBF@b ellof o r n o . c o m W E B b ellof o r n o .co m R E STAU R A N T

119 E. Clark Ave . Old Town Orcutt 22 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

805-739-0809 2218 S. Thornburg St. in Santa Maria www.TestaCatering.com

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1 for 2019 Best Caterer and Best Wedding Caterer

WHO LET THE DOGS IN? Roo, Marlee, and Brody aren’t the only dogs allowed at Rancho Sisquoc Winery, which is the absolute best dog-friendly winery around, according to the Sun’s readers, who also say Rancho Sisquoc has the best red wine, too.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST RED WINE

Rancho Sisquoc Winery

6600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria (805) 934-4332 ranchosisquoc.com sisquoc@ranchosisquoc.com facebook.com/ranchosisquoc @ranchosisquoc

BEST WHITE WINE

BEST WINERY FOR SPARKLING WINE

Presqu’ile Winery

Riverbench Vineyard & Winery

5391 Presqu’ile Drive, Santa Maria (805) 937-8110

presquilewine.com info@presquilewine.com facebook.com/presquilewine @presquilewine

6020 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria (805) 937-8340 riverbench.com facebook.com/Riverbench @riverbench

BEST BREWERY

Naughty Oak Brewing Company 165 S. Broadway, suite 102, Orcutt (805) 287-9663 naughtyoak.com Info@naughtyoak.com facebook.com/N.O.BrewingCo @naughtyoakbrew

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BEST TASTING ROOM

Presqu’ile Winery

LOOP DE LOOP: It’s no surprise that Northern Santa Barbara County residents are super into the Santa Maria Valley Wine Trolley, which will pick you up in town, take you to a handful of wineries, and bring you back on any given weekend during the summer.

5391 Presqu’ile Drive, Santa Maria (805) 937-8110 presquilewine.com info@presquilewine.com facebook.com/presquilewine @presquilewine

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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Thank You for Voting Us Best Juice Place! Store Hours Monday - Friday 7AM - 10PM Saturday-Sunday 8AM - 10PM

Santa Maria 2212 S. Bradley Rd. Crossroads Center 805-314-2724

Orcutt 4854 South Bradley Rd. Suite 106 CVS Center at Clark & Bradley 805-938-9011

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Lompoc 1512-D2 H Street Albertson’s Center 805-743-4286

Buellton 234 E. Hwy 246 Albertson’s Shopping Center 805-697-7643

BEST THAI FOOD Thank you!

AUTHENTIC THAI FOOD

618 E. Main St. • Santa Maria • 805-928-6338 www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 25

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NEW COFFEE STOP: Cups & Crumbs in Orcutt hasn’t been around that long, but it’s already popular with the it crowd, who know the best spot to stop in for a cup of java and a sweet baked good.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

BEST TASTING TRANSPORTATION

Santa Maria Valley Wine Trolley 614 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 925-2403 santamariavalley.com yarely@santamaria.com facebook.com/SantaMariaValleyWineTrolley @santamariavalley

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BEST MARGARITA

BEST FANCY COCKTAIL

Dos Carlitos Restaurant & Tequila Bar

Far Western Tavern

3544 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez (805) 688-0033 doscarlitosrestaurant.com info@doscarlitos.com facebook.com/doscarlitos

300 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 937-2211 farwesterntavern.com

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BEST DIVE BAR

Elmer’s

115 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 934-1664

BEST LIQUOR STORE

BEST MICHELADA

Chido Bar

221 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 354-0064 facebook.com/ChidoBarSantaMaria @chidobarsm

Orcutt Liquor BEST LOCAL IPA Naughty & Deli 105 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt Oak Brewing (805) 937-6053 Hazy IPA BEST HAPPY HOUR

Cool Hand Luke’s

1321 S. Nicholson Ave., Santa Maria (805) 928-6196 coolhandlukes.com

HOTTEST DANCE CLUB

facebook.com/CHLukes @coolhandlukesca

BEST COFFEE SHOP

Cups & Crumbs

156 Broadway, suite B, Orcutt (805) 623-5973 cupsandcrumbsoldtown.com facebook.com/cupsandcrumbs @cupsandcrumbs

VOTED

“BEST”

165 S. Broadway, suite 102, Orcutt (805) 287-9663 naughtyoak.com Info@naughtyoak.com facebook.com/N.O.BrewingCo @naughtyoakbrew

BEST SPORTS BAR

Cool Hand Luke’s

1321 S. Nicholson Ave., Santa Maria (805) 928-6196 coolhandlukes.com facebook.com/CHLukes @coolhandlukesca

BEST DOG-FRIENDLY WINERY

Rancho Sisquoc Winery

6600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria (805) 934-4332

MICHELADA AND

“BEST” “BEST”

ranchosisquoc.com sisquoc@ranchosisquoc.com

DANCE CLUB

facebook.com/ranchosisquoc @ranchosisquoc

THEMED BAR 2018

of North Santa Barbara County

221 N. BROADWAY, SANTA MARIA • 805.654.0064

ChidoBarSantaMaria

chidobarsm

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Thank You for Voting Us Best Poke!

194 Town Center East Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-922-9900

Sushi 805

460 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach 805-489-3839

Sake Sushi #2

1325 N “H” St #C , Lompoc 805-736-8899

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SANTA MARIA ARE YOU HUNGRY? 655 East Betteravia Rd.

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST SALAD!

Thank You!

Thank you Santa Maria Sun readers for honoring us with four awards this year, including naming us Northern Santa Barbara County’s Best Tasting Room for the fifth time! • Best White Wine • Best Tasting Room

• Best Live Music Venue • Best Winery Wedding Venue

Whether you’re stopping by to enjoy our acclaimed wines, to experience Live Music Fridays or see one of the amazing bands in our Summer Concert Series, we look forward to sharing the warmth and hospitality of our family-run winery with you soon.

PRESQU’ILE WINERY | 5391 PRESQUILE DRIVE | SANTA MARIA, CALIFORNIA | PRESQUILEWINE.COM | 8059378110 30 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

JUMPIN’ JUMPIN’: George Garcia, 5, has fun at Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park, which the Sun’s readers voted as the Best Place to Have a Kids Party.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE

Presqu’ile Winery

5391 Presqu’ile Drive, Santa Maria (805) 937-8110 presquilewine.com info@presquilewine.com facebook.com/presquilewine @presquilewine

BEST LOCAL BAND OR MUSICIAN

The Molly Ringwald Project (805)-451-3058

projectmolly.com rcantrell70@gmail.com facebook.com/ProjectMolly @themollyringwaldproject

BEST SHOP FOR MUSICIANS

Coelho Academy of Music

325 Betteravia Road, suite B4, Santa Maria (805) 925-0464 coelhomusic.com coelho_music@msn.com facebook.com/coelhomusic1 @coelho_music

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

Luis Escobar 2232 S. Depot St., suite F, Santa Maria (805) 922-2932

reflectionsphotographystudio.com info@reflectionsphotographystudio.com facebook.com/Reflections-PhotographyStudio-340040187316

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BEST COMMUNITY EVENT BEST THEATER GROUP

BEST ARTIST

Dale Kreiter Santa Maria

BEST ART GALLERY

Valley Art Gallery

Santa Maria Elks Rodeo & Parade

PCPA-Pacific Conservatory Theatre

elksrec.com elksrodeo@elksrec.com

pcpa.org pcpa@pcpa.org

4040 Highway 101, Santa Maria (805) 925-4125 facebook.com/smelksrodeo @smelksrodeo

870 S. Bradley Road, Santa Maria (805) 922-8313

facebook.com/pacificconservatorytheatre @pcpatheatre

125 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 937-2278

BEST MUSEUM

Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum

valleygallery.org valleyartgallerysm@gmail.com facebook.com/ValleyArtGallery

705 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria

Best Chiropractor Thank You!

Dr. Marc Wilkerson, D.C.

Find us on Facebook

Wilkerson Chiropractic 415 E. OCEAN AVE. • LOMPOC • 8057364537

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(805) 928-8414 smvdiscoverymuseum.org facebook.com/smvdiscoverymuseum @smvdiscoverymuseum

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Thank You

Thank You For Voting Us

BEST CAR WASH!

for voting

OASIS The

Nonprofit NOW WITH 3 LOCATIONS FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE Orcutt:

Crossroads:

Donovan Rd:

5006 Orcutt Rd

2175 S. Bradley Rd

202 E. Donovan Rd

Unlimited washes starting at $19.99/month splashndashcarwash.com · Open 8am–7pm

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FOR THE KIDS: Abigail Ysalde, left, and Stephanie Naten, right, work at the Best Museum around, the Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST RADIO STATION

Sunny Country 102.5 FM

2325 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria (805) 925-5764

BEST MEDIA PERSONALITY

Jay Turner

2325 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria (805) 925-5764 sunnycountry.com listeners@sunnycountry.com facebook.com/sunnycountryradio @sunncountryfm

sunnycountry.com listeners@sunnycountry.com facebook.com/sunnycountryradio @sunncountryfm

BEST MOVIE THEATER

BEST PLACE TO DANCE

Edwards Santa Maria 10

Chido Bar

1521 S. Bradley Road, Santa Maria (844) 462-7342

221 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 354-0064 facebook.com/ChidoBarSantaMaria @chidobarsm

BEST DJ

BEST PLACE FOR KARAOKE

Jay Turner

Louie B’s

djjayturner.com jay@djjayturner.com

213 E. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 925-1193

(805) 404-1247

facebook.com/djjayturner805 @djjayturner805 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT continued page 36

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Voted The Best Place to have a Rockin’ Kids Party in Northern Santa Barbara County. Call Today to Book Your Ultimate Birthday Party Experience and receive $25.00 OFF with this coupon

(805) 266-7080 215 Town Center East, G-58 www.rockinjump.com/santamaria

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From the Entire TrattoriaUliveto Staff Thank You Northern Santa Barbara County for Voting Us the Best Italian Restaurant! (AGAIN!) AND Best Orcutt Restaurant!

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT from page 34

BEST PUBLIC ART

Santa Maria Airport 3249 Terminal Drive, Santa Maria (805) 922-1726 santamariaairport.com facebook.com/smairport @smxairport

BEST FESTIVAL

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A KIDS PARTY

Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park 215 Town Center E., suite g-58, Santa Maria (805) 266-7080 rockinjump.com/santamaria SantaMaria-CA@RockinJump.com facebook.com/rockinjumpsantamaria @rockinjumpsantamaria

Santa Maria Valley Strawberry BEST PLACE TO Festival SHOP FOR A 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria

Grazie!

santamariafairpark.com

Fine Italian Cuisine

TrattoriaUliveto.com • 805-934-4546 285 S. Broadway, Old Orcutt

BEST TATTOO ARTIST

Copper Coffin Tattoo 104 W. Chapel St., Santa Maria (805) 310-4536 coppercoffin.com coppercoffintattoos@gmail.com facebook.com/coppercoffin @coppercoffintattoo

BEST DAY TRIP

Solvang (805) 688-6144

Thank you for voting us the Best Vegetarian Restaurant! 2407 S. Broadway, Santa Maria www.thenaturalcafe.com (805) 937-2735

solvangusa.com info@solvangusa.com facebook.com/SolvangUSA @solvangusa

BEST PLACE FOR A BIG BASH

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria 3455 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria (805) 928-8000 radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/ radisson-santa-maria facebook.com/RadissonHotelSantaMaria @radissonhotelsantamaria

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QUINCEÑERA

Casa Blanca Bridal 901 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-7977

facebook.com/pages/Casa-BlancaBridal/141426082565008

BEST CAR SHOW

West Coast Kustoms Cruisin’ Nationals

937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria (805) 235-3738 westcoastkustoms.com/showinfo.html wckustom@aol.com BEST OF NSBC continued page 38

PANADERIA BEST PANADERIA

Thank You!

503 N. BROADWAY SANTA MARIA 805-928-6619

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BEST BOOKSTORE: This is Gavin, the dog at Gavin’s Books in Santa Maria, the store formerly known as the Bookworm. Same spot to stop and shop, new owners.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST NEW BUSINESS OF 2018

Chick-fil-A

605 E. Betteravia Road, Santa Maria (805) 347-1044 cfaenosranch.com facebook.com/CFAEnosRanch @cfaenosranch

BEST CLOTHING STORE

BEST EYEWEAR STORE

Deasee’s Boutique

Lens Masters Sandbox of Orcutt 1140 E. Clark Ave., suite 160, Kids

115 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt 115 W. Ocean Ave., Lompoc (805) 332-3152, (805) 430-8396 deaseesboutique.com facebook.com/deaseesboutique @deaseesboutique

BEST PLACE TO BUY KIDS CLOTHES

Santa Maria (805) 934-4801

3388 Orcutt Road, Orcutt (805) 922-9195

orcuttlensmasters.com info@orcuttlensmasters.com

wildflowerwomenboutique.com/sandboxkids

facebook.com/orcuttlensmasters

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Thank you for voting us the #1 Learning Center/Museum!

Come see what’s new! smvdiscoverymuseum.org Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4 705 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria 805-928-8414

Thank You for the Warm Welcome

Tickets $45 in advance, $35 for students, $50 at the door. More information at KCBX.org or by calling 805-549-8855. Sponsored by SLO Provisions.

THANK YOU! from

And Voting us Best Coffee Shop!

Enjoy a full array of coffee drinks, hot and cold, smoothies, crepes, breakfast bagel sandwiches and bakery items in our quaint café or out on our back patio.

156 S. Broadway St in Old Orcutt (805) 623-5973 cupsandcrumbsoldtown.com

We're grateful you've kept us in the community for almost 15 years. More good reads to come!

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST CHEAP EATS!

Daily

LUNCH SPECIALS ALL SERVED WITH A 16 OZ SODA · 11AM TO 2PM

MONDAY Chili Verde or Chili Rojo Combo $6.49 + tax TUESDAY 5 Enchiladas (Cheese or Chicken) $6.49 + tax WEDNESDAY Asada Burrito $5.99 + tax THURSDAY Chicken Flautas $6.49 + tax FRIDAY Asada Quesdilla Combo $6.49 + tax SATURDAY Torta Asada $5.99 + tax

La Perla Market & Deli Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner! OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Mon–Sat 3:30am–7pm · Sun 3:30am-4pm

1138 W. Church St., Santa Maria 805-922-9001

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BEST THRIFT STORE

New Image Thrift Store 2512 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 922-9668 newimagethrift.com facebook.com/newimagethrift @newimagethrift

BEST ANTIQUE STORE

Deja Vu Antique Mall and Home Fashions 315 S. Broadway, Orcutt (805) 314-2409

dejavuldantiques.net wsteller@dejavuldantiques.com facebook.com/loadingdockantiques

BEST BOOKSTORE

Gavin’s Books

230 Betteravia Road, suite K, Santa Maria (805) 922-4282 gavinsbooks.com info@gavinsbooks.com facebook.com/gavinsbooks @gavinsbooks

BEST MEDICAL MARIJUANA DELIVERY SERVICE

Leaf Dispensary 423 W. Ocean Ave., Lompoc (805) 743-4771

BEST SMOKE SHOP

Amsterdam Lounge & Smoke Shop 437 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 349-2929

facebook.com/amsterdamhookah805

BEST FINANCIAL PLANNER/ACCOUNTANT

Vivid Financial Management

340 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt 511 N. H St., suite G, Lompoc (805) 937-4556, (805) 430-8791 VividFM.com info@vividfm.com facebook.com/VividFM @vivid_fm

BEST PLACE TO GEEK OUT Thank you for voting us Best Red Wine and Best Dog Friendly Winery! Monday-Thursday 10-4 Friday- Sunday 10-5 6600 Foxen Canyon Road Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-934-4332 www.ranchosisquoc.com 40 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

Santa Maria Public Library

421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria (805) 925-0994 cityofsantamaria.org/visitors/library facebook.com/SantaMariaPublicLibrary

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VOTED #1 DEALER ON THE CENTRAL COAST

2175 S. Bradley Road • Santa Maria, CA 93455

HondaOfSantaMaria.com • (866) 421-2260

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OLD BUT NEW TO YOU: Find an antique that suits you at Deja Vu Antique Mall, our readers’ favorite place to go antiquing.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST LOCAL BANK OR CREDIT UNION

CoastHills Credit Union 1320 N. H St., Lompoc (805) 733-7600

coasthills.coop memberservices@coasthills.coop facebook.com/CoastHillsCU @coasthillscu

BEST LAWYER/ATTORNEY BEST AUTO MAINTENANCE/REPAIR

Harris Personal Injury Lawyers

610 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 254-4023 harrispersonalinjury.com harrispersonalinjury@gmail.com

BEST CAR AUDIO/ SECURITY

Pat’s Automotive

Lombards Stereo

service@patsautomotive.com

lombardsstereo.com stereo@lombardsstereo.com

931 S. Blosser Road, Santa Maria (805) 928-4515

facebook.com/Patsautomotivesantamaria

2128 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-5656 facebook.com/lombardsstereo

facebook.com/HarrisPersonalInjury @harrispersonalinjury

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WHERE FRESHNESS IS LOCAL

k Y n o a u! Th

Summer Fruit Sale! Choose from Peaches * Nectarines * Plums * Apricots * Locally Grown Strawberries

Spencer’s Fresh Salsa Our Own Recipe! 16oz Tub Chilled · Hot or Mild

Paso Station Wines 750 ml Bottle

Harris Ranch Prime Baseball Cut Top Sirloin Steak

Spencer’s Own Cheddar Jalapeño Sausage Deliciously Spicy

Thank you for voting us Best Grocery Store and for shopping Local, Local, Local! Santa Maria

3580 Orcutt Road

805-937-3702

Morro Bay

2650 Main Street

805-772-8103

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BEST PLACE TO BUY TIRES

Santa Maria Tire

119 W. Betteravia Road, Santa Maria (805) 922-4557 smtire.com facebook.com/smtire @smtireinc

BEST CAR WASH/DETAIL

Splash n’ Dash

5006 Orcutt Road, Orcutt 202 E. Donovan Road, Santa Maria (805) 937-3243, (805) 631-5859 splashndashcarwash.com mbsplashman@gmail.com

BEST USED CAR DEALER

Santa Maria Nissan

1001 E. Battles Road, Santa Maria (805) 354-5433 santamarianissan.com facebook.com/SantaMariaNissan1

BEST NEW CAR DEALER

Honda of Santa Maria

2175 S. Bradley Road, Santa Maria (866) 421-2268 hondaofsantamaria.com facebook.com/HondaSantaMaria

115 W Clark Ave. Orcutt • 332-3152 hours: m–f 10am-6pm · Sat 10am–5pm · sun 10am–4pm

115 W Ocean Ave, Lompoc • 430-8396 hours: m–f 11am-6pm · Sat 11am–5pm · sun closed

BEST VETERINARIAN

Evergreen Animal Clinic 3389 Orcutt Road, suite 101, Santa Maria (805) 937-6341 evergreenanimalclinic.com evergreenanimalclinic@gmail.com facebook.com/EvergreenAnimalClinic

BEST PLACE TO PAMPER YOUR PET

Doggie Parlour 125 W. Chapel St., Santa Maria (805) 922-1218 doggieparlour125@gmail.com facebook.com/DoggieParlour

BEST MOVING COMPANY

Meathead Movers 3600 S. Higuera, SLO (805) 544-6328 meatheadmovers.com facebook.com/MeatheadMovers @meatheadmovers

BEST JEWELRY STORE

Melby’s Jewelers

1140 E. Clark Ave., suite 190, Orcutt (805) 925-1678 melbys.com facebook.com/est1922

BEST PLACE FOR GIFTS

Company’s Coming

1108 E. Clark Ave., suite 140, Orcutt (805) 937-8766 companys-coming.com facebook.com/martycocoming33

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Thank you for voting us for Best Farm / Produce Stand!

Hwy 101 & Stowell Road Santa Maria, CA

805-714-6933 Open daily 10am-6pm www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 45

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NEED A RAKE? Ray Vick at Oak Knolls Hardware in Orcutt has got your back.

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BEST FLOWER SHOP

BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY

RE/MAX Rose of Superstar Sharon Florist Santa Maria 703 E. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 925-3803 roseofsharonflorist.com facebook.com/roseofsharonflorist @roseofsharonflorist

BEST HARDWARE STORE

Oak Knolls Hardware and Home Center 1155 E. Clark Ave., Santa Maria (805) 937-3536 oakknollshardware.net

201 W. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 925-9080 remax.com

BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE

Central Coast Orthodontics 1311 S. Miller St., suite 201, Santa Maria (805) 347-4444

centralcoastorthodontics.com drspecht@coastalsmiles.com facebook.com/centralcoastorthodontics

facebook.com/oakknollshardware

BEST HOME AND GARDEN STORE

Whispering Tree Nursery 110 Norris St., Orcutt (805) 937-3808

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THANK YOU

for Voting Us

Best Car Audio / Security Specializing in · Audio & Video for Your Car, Boat or Recreational Vehicle · Custom Home Theater Sales & Installation · Safety & Security for Your Car & Home

2128 S. Broadway SM • (805) 928-5656 356 Santa Rosa SLO • (805) 545-5959 www.lombardsstereo.com

K N A H T Y O U!

BEST BIKE SHOP Thank you!

for voting

DOGGIE PARLOUR BEST PLACE TO PAMPER YOUR PET

Phone: (805) 922-1218 125 W. Chapel St. Santa Maria

ALL TICKETS. ONE PLACE. POWERED BY:

MAIN STREET CYCLES

311 E MAIN ST, SA N TA MA R IA 805 -9 2 2 -55 7 7 • Ma inStreetC y cles . co m www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 47

Thank You for Voting Us Best Eyewear Store!

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BEST ELECTRICIAN

Ever-Ready Electric

1010 W. Betteravia Road, suite F, Santa Maria (805) 934-7091 everreadyelectric.com frank@everreadyelectric.com facebook.com/Ever-ReadyElectric-308776245861416

BEST LANDSCAPER

Cullen Landscaping 1140 E Clark Ave #160, Santa Maria M–F 10am–6pm, Sat 10am–2pm

P.O. Box 2661, Orcutt (805) 878-9871

facebook.com/ccullenlandscaping

(805) 934-4801 · OrcuttLensMasters.com

BEST CONTRACTOR

would like to extend a sincere

to all of you who voted Dr.

A La Carte

230 E. Betteravia Road, suite H, Santa Maria (805) 925-3272 buyalacarte@comcast.net facebook.com/ala.carte.583

New Life Bath & Kitchen

BEST CARPET/ FLOORING COMPANY

newlifehi.com chuck@newlifehi.com

222 E. Donovan Road, Santa Maria (805) 922-5738

2225 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria (805) 639-5433

Central Coast Family Care

BEST FURNITURE/ DECOR STORE

facebook.com/newlifehi

John Okerblom as Best General Doctor in Northern Santa Barbara County.

G&S Carpet Co. bill@billhamblin.com facebook.com/G-S-CarpetCo-139067972872585

BEST PLUMBER

BEST CONSIGNMENT STORE

Jack’s All-American Festive Plumbing Nesting 2011 Preisker Lane, suite A, Santa Maria (805) 925-0199 Visit our website: www.ccfcmedical.com 915 E. Stowell Road, Suite B Santa Maria (805)938-7444 48 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

jacksplumbing.net contact@jacksplumbing.net facebook.com/jacksallamericanplumbing instagram.com/jacksallamericanplumbing

4854 S. Bradley Road, suite 107, Orcutt (805) 249-4084 festivenesting.com facebook.com/festivenestinghandmadegifts @festivenestinghandmadegifts BURNING CASH continued page 50

Voted Best Lawyer in Santa Maria in 2018! 9

Call Us for a FREE Consultation!

(805) 544-0100

610 S. Broadway Santa Maria CA. 93458

At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers we do one thing, and we do it right: personal injury litigation. Our law firm represents those injured as a result of others’ negligence, particularly those who have been injured in auto or motorcycle accidents, attacked by an animal, suffered an accident on another’s premises, or where there has been a wrongful death.

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BEST PET SITTER OR BOARDING

Lucky Dog Pet Resort 526 N. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo (805) 929-5825

luckydognipomo.com luckydog@luckydognipomo.com

BEST CLEANING SERVICE BEST TREE TRIMMING SERVICE The Maids

Home Services Bob’s Tree 2015 Preisker Lane, suite D, Santa Maria Service (805) 474-9811

(805) 291-6712

maids.com cchsgroverbeach@verizon.net

bobstreeservicecc.com bobdrake805@msn.com

MORTGAGE BEST PEST CONTROL SERVICE BEST COMPANY

facebook.com/luckydognipomo @luckydog_nipomo

Clark Pest Control

BEST CHILD CARE

Guild Mortgage Santa Maria 2236 S. Broadway, suites A and B, Valley YMCA Santa Maria

1220 Betteravia Road, Santa Maria (805) 200-3926

(805) 361-0355

clarkpest.com clarkcares@clarkpest.com

guildmortgage.com cnunez@guildmortgage.net

facebook.com/ClarkPest

facebook.com/GuildMortgageHome

3400 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria (805) 937-8521 smvymca.org kferguson@smvymca.org facebook.com/SantaMariaValley.ymca @SMVYMCA

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13 YEARS IN A ROW

BEST PLUMBER! Jack’s All-American m a

(805)248-7164 JACKSPLUMBING.NET s o a

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RUNNER-UP

50 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

winner

Voted

Best Smoke Shop Thank You!

Amsterdam Lounge & Smoke Shop 437 S. Broadway SANTA MARIA 805-349-2929

Amsterdam Vape Cafe & Gallery 1519 W. Grand Ave. GROVER BEACH 805-481-3585 www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 51

BEST YOGA STUDIO Thank You!

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BEST WINDOW CLEANING SERVICE

Royal Pane Window Cleaning (805) 878-2885

royalpanewindowcleaning@yahoo.com Royalpanewindowclean

BEST PLACE TO FILL UP YOUR CAR

Orcutt 76 100 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 937-5340 orcutt76.com facebook.com/orcutt76gas

130 N. Broadway • Orcutt • 805-680-6542

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Thank You Santa Maria for choosing US as the #1 Used Car Dealership!

SantaMariaNissan.com

1001 E. Battles Rd. • 805-925-0077 52 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

Thank You for Voting Us Best Golf Course!

Rancho Maria Golf Club 805-937-2019 • 1950 CA-1, Santa Maria

https://www.ranchomariagolf.com/

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Present

Atascadero’s

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16TH 6:30-8:30 PM Hot el camino cruise niTE

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17TH Mid State Cruizers

10AM - 3 PM Car Show at Atascadero Lake Park

Dancing in the Streets

5-10 PM Summer Concert BLOWOUT & Dance Party •Downtown Colony District! VisitAtascadero.com/cruise

SANTA MARIA PUBLIC AIRPORT DISTRICT

ONE BUCK

SIGNS YOU UP

VOTED BEST MARTIAL ARTS GYM

BEST DELI

VISIT OUR FRONT DESK FOR DETAILS LIMITED TIME OFFER!

CKD ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS 1778 S. Broadway Santa Maria • 805-614-4855

CKDAcademy.com

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Thank You!

PAPA NAPOLI

325 E. Betteravia • 805-928-7272

GET CYCLING: Main St. Cycles has got bicycles on bicycles for you to choose from and Floor Manager Adam Parker can show you the way through them all.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST MARTIAL ARTS GYM BEST HEALTH FOOD/ VITAMIN STORE BEST HEALTH CLUB/GYM CKD

Western Village Health Club 2015 S. Broadway, suite B, Santa Maria (805) 348-1888 wvhealthclub.com facebook.com/Westernvillagehealthclub

Academy of Martial Arts

1778 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 614-4855 ckdacdemy.com info@ckdacdemy.com facebook.com/CKD-Academy-of-MartialArts-103214163054079

Lassens Natural Foods & Vitamins

1790 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 925-3432 lassens.com facebook.com/ LassensNaturalFoodsandVitamins @lassens

BEST PLACE FOR SKIN CARE

InSPArations Salon and Spa 130 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 934-8682 insparations1.com facebook.com/InSPArationsSalonandSpa @insparationsfullservicesalon FEELING GOOD continued page 56

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HIKE IT UP: The trails crisscrossing the Orcutt Hills were voted as the No. 1 trail in this year’s annual readers poll.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

VOTED BEST NAIL SALON

Thank you!

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BEST PLACE TO GET A MASSAGE

InSPArations Salon and Spa 130 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt (805) 934-8682 insparations1.com facebook.com/InSPArationsSalonandSpa @insparationsfullservicesalon

BEST YOGA STUDIO

Yoga 4 Mankind

Tips and Toes With Carla’s Place

104 N. CONCEPCION AVE. • SANTA MARIA 56 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

130 N. Broadway St., suite B, Orcutt (805) 680-6542

BEST HIKE OR BIKE TRAIL

Orcutt Hill Trails

5800 S. Bradley Road, Orcutt santamariavalley.com/attractions/ orcutt-hill-trail

BEST BARBERSHOP

Beacon Barber Shop 4850 S. Bradley Road, suite D, Santa Maria (805) 937-6545 beaconbarbershop.blogspot.com facebook.com/pg/Beacon-BarberShop-171597712990528/posts @beacon_barbershop

yoga4mankind.org info@yogaformankind.com facebook.com/Yoga4Mankind FEELING GOOD continued page 58

8/31/19

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BEST HAIR SALON

Trends Salon

338 Betteravia Road, suite H, Santa Maria (805) 349-9031 trendssaloncentralcoast.com trendssalonsm@gmail.com facebook.com/trendssalonofsantamaria

BEST NAIL SALON

Tips and Toes 104 N. Concepcion Ave., Santa Maria facebook.com/Tips-andToes-178835522148532

BEST TANNING SALON

Tanners Cove 1439 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 922-7377 tannerscove.net tannerscove805@gmail.com

EVEN COLOR: Tanner’s Cove will keep that skin looking as dark as you want it to through the winter. At least, our readers think so.

facebook.com/tanners805 FEELING GOOD continued page 58

Thank you for voting us Best Dive Bar

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

Voted BEST AUTHENTIC Mexican Food

THANK YOU

for continuing to vote us one of the best for 19 years! Bes t Bes t of

Santa Maria Valley

115 E Clark Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455

7 days a week 10am - 2 am 58 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

Santa Maria Valley

winner

WINNER

1640 BROADWAY SANTA MARIA

FOOD TO GO

925-8519 AIR CONDITIONED

OPEN 7 DAYS 11am - 9pm SUN 10am - 9pm

THANK YOU TO OUR

PATIENTS & SUN READERS

for Voting Dr Nunez THE BEST Pediatrician in Northern Santa Barbara County!

Dr. George Robertson, M.D.

Dr. David Ikola, M.D.

Our team at Pediatric Medical Group is dedicated to the health and well-being of your child. Whether you have an infant, preschooler or teenager, we work closely with parents to make sure that our care meets their children’s personal needs.

Open Most Saturdays.

Dr. Shane Rostermundt, D.O.

Lynn Peltier, C.P.N.P.

Dr. Joseph Nunez, M.D.

Dr. Michele Kielty, D.O.

Now Accepting New Patients 1430 E. Main St. Santa Maria, Ca

www.pmgsm.com Monday – Friday 8 0 5 - 9 2 2 - 3 5 4 8 Open Most Saturdays

from Newborn to Late Adolescence

Geronna Leonards, N.P.

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BEST DENTIST

Vilma Sams DDS Thank you for Voting us the BEST PLACE TO FILL UP YOUR CAR in Northern Santa Barbara County!

Family Owned and Operated Since the Early ’80s!

10 OFF SMOG CHECK

Regular Price $44.00

Pass or Don’t Pay!

Call for appointment: 937-5340

Drive Ups Welcome!

Plus $8.25 Certificate + $1.50 Transfer fee. ’99 & Older $15 extra, Vans & Motor Homes $20 extra. Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. Expires 8/31/19

OIL CHANGES as low as $39.00 - a s k f o r d e ta i l s -

937-5340

100 E. Clark Ave. Orcutt, CA 93455

5075 S. Bradley Road, suite 101, Santa Maria (805) 934-7705 vilmasamsdds.com dentist@vilmasamsdds.com

BEST ORTHODONTIST

Central Coast Orthodontics 1311 Miller St., suite 201, Santa Maria (805) 347-4444 centralcoastorthodontics.com drspecht@coastalsmiles.com facebook.com/centralcoastorthodontics

TIMELESS CLASSICS FOR THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

BEST DOCTOR

Dr. John Okerblom

915 E. Stowell Road, Santa Maria, (805) 938-7444

LOCATED INSIDE

ccfcmedical.com/john-okerblom-md facebook.com/pages/Dr-John-PhillipOkerblom-MD/1722781981297138

BEST CHIROPRACTOR Thank You for Voting Us NUMBER ONE!!!

Dr. Marc Wilkerson 415 E. Ocean Ave., Lompoc (805) 736-4537 wilkersonchiro.com facebook.com/WilkersonChiropractic

Orcutt

3388 Orcutt Road 805.922.9195 Mon-Sat: 10-5 • Sun: 11-5

Pismo Beach

890 Price Street 805-773-1055 Mon-Thurs: 10-5 • Fri-Sat: 10-7 • Sun: 11-5

wildflowerwomenboutique.com

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#LOVEWFW

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Los Olivos

2920 Grand Avenue 805.697.7377 Mon-Sat: 0-5 • Sun: 11-5

@WILDFLOWERWOMENBOUTIQUE

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BEST OB-GYN

Dr. Carol Karamitsos, Urology Associates of the Central Coast 116 S. Palisade Drive, suite 110, Santa Maria (805) 349-7133 urologyslo.com

BEST PEDIATRICIAN

Dr. Joseph Nunez, Pediatric Medical Group of Santa Maria, Inc. 1430 E. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 922-3548 pmgsm.com camille@pmgsm.com FEELING GOOD continued page 63

Thank You

For Voting us

Best Bakery!

Store Hours: Tuesday~Friday 7:30am~7pm, Saturday 7:30am~6pm, Sunday 11am~5pm, Closed on Mondays • ginaspieceofcake.com (805)922-7866 • 307 Town Center East, lower level next to Macy’s

TIMELESS FASHION NOW AVAILABLE AT APROPOS “We’re gonna bring this party up to a nice, respectable level.” — Duncan, Some Kind of Wonderful

UNIQUE FEMININE CLOTHING FOR WOMEN JUST LIKE YOU!

shopapropos.com

THE MOLLY RINGWALD PROJECT 1021/

NEW LOCATION DOWNTOWN SLO! 1021 MORRO STREET!

Voted Best Local Band 3 Years in a Row!

TAKE YOUR EVENT TO THE NEXT LEVEL!

ProjectMolly.com/Booking www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 61

Thank you for voting for us! Best Customer Service Best Orthodontist

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trai hten your smile and

2018 VW Jetta Wolfsburg Edition

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Free Consultation includes XRAYS and a 3D Scan We are one of the top Invisalign providers in the WORLD! Over 1000 Google Reviews

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BEST ALTERNATIVE HEALER

BEST SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

Santa Maria Dr. Herb Kandel Terrace 225 E. Mill St., Santa Maria (805) 922-4490 acupuncturecentersantamaria.com

1405 E. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 925-8713

facebook.com/pages/Kandel-Herb-LacOmd/159408767427393

santamariaterrace.net contact-santamariaterrace@ santamariaterrace.net

BEST COUNSELOR/ THERAPIST

facebook.com/Santa-MariaTerrace-1238953372802641

BEST PLACE TO PUT UP VISITING FAMILY

Santa Maria Inn

801 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-7777 santamariainn.com innkeeper@santamariainn.com facebook.com/SantaMariaInn

BEST GOLF COURSE

Rancho Maria Golf Course

Ann Bockius, MFT

1950 Highway 1, Santa Maria (805) 937-2019

303 S. C St., Lompoc (805) 875-8850

ranchomariagolf.com ranchomariagolfshop@gmail.com

lompochealth.com/locations/counselingcenter

facebook.com/RanchoMariaGolf @ranchomariagolf

BEST BIKE SHOP

Main Street Cycles 311 E. Main St., Santa Maria (805) 922-5577 mainstreetcycles.com info@mainstreetcycles.com facebook.com/pages/category/Bicycle-Shop/ MainStreet-Cycles-315391078511534 BEST OF NSBC continued page 65

Thank You! Thank you Santa Maria Sun readers for voting us the Winner of Best Financial Planner/Accountant 340 E. CLARK AVE ORCUTT, CA 93455 (805) 937-4556

511 N. H ST. SUITE G LOMPOC, CA 93436 (805) 430-8791

VIVIDFM.COM INFO@VIVIDFM.COM

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Thank You For Voting Us Best Jewelry Store for 13 years!

1140 E. Clark Avenue, Santa Maria · (805) 925-1678 · www.melbys.com 64 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

Our Store Hours Tues - Fri: 9:30-5:30 Saturday: 10-3

SO SHINY: If you like it, then you’d better go to Melby’s Jewelers to put a ring on it. From left to right: Aaron Sturges-Melby, Alex Melby, Tony Guzman, and Mark Melby will be there to help you find the perfect sparkle.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST WEDDING VENUE

BEST WEDDING PLANNER

Wild Brides The Danaand Events Powers House by Lindsey and Barn Serna535 Mehlschau Road, Nipomo (805) 471-4291 Ostapiuk danapowershouse.com judi@danapowershouse.com facebook.com/The-Dana-PowersHouse-and-Barn-Weddings-and-FestiveOccasions-78442768306 @embellishvintagerentals

Orcutt

@wildbridesweddingsandevents

BEST WEDDING CATERER

Testa Catering 2218 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria (805) 739-0809

testacatering.com teamtesta@testacatering.com facebook.com/testacateringandevents

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NICE DUDS: A Heart’s Desire Bridal has lots of wedding dresses for you to choose from for that big day—and there might even be a tuxedo or two that catch your eye while you’re there.

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST WEDDING BAND

BEST PLACE FOR WEDDING FLOWERS

Steppin’ Out

Flower Carriage by Ms. Cardel

1steppinout.com mjarriola@1steppinout.com

2255 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 922-0578

flowercarriage.net flowercarriage@gmail.com facebook.com/FlowerCarriage @flowercarriage

(805) 720-6872

facebook.com/Steppin-Out-Central-CoastsFinest-Dance-Band-331716934644 @Myksteppin

BEST TUXEDO RENTAL

Casa Blanca Bridal 901 N. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-7977

facebook.com/pages/Casa-BlancaBridal/141426082565008

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BEST PLACE TO BUY A WEDDING DRESS

BEST PLACE TO BUY A WEDDING RING

2125 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 862-2964

melbys.com

Melby’s Jewelers A Heart’s 1140 E. Clark Ave., suite 190, Santa Maria Desire Bridal (805) 925-1678 aheartsdesiresbridal.com contactus@aheartsdesiresbridal.com facebook.com/aheartsdesiresbridaltuxedo @aheartsdesiresbridal

facebook.com/est1922

BEST LIMO OR PARTY BUS SERVICE

Gold Coast Limos

3463 State St., suite 408, Santa Barbara (805) 937-5466 goldcoastlimos.com info@goldcoastlimos.com facebook.com/goldcoastexecutivetransportation @goldcoastlimos GETTING HITCHED continued page 68

HOTELS & RESORTS

THE CENTURY ROOM EST. 1917

BEST PLACE TO PUT UP VISITING FAMILY

BEST WEEKEND BRUNCH

BEST PLACE FOR A WEDDING RECEPTION

BEST PLACE TO GO ON A FIRST DATE

BEST PLACE FOR A BIG BASH

intnerr ’s intne Bar & Grill

www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 67

Thank you for voting us Best Place for Wedding Flowers!

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BEST PLACE FOR A REHEARSAL DINNER

Hitching Post Casmalia

3325 Point Sal Road, Casmalia (805) 937-6151 hitchingpost1.com greatbbq@hitchingpost1.com facebook.com/HitchingPostCasmalia @hitchingpostcasmalia

BEST PLACE FOR WEDDING RECEPTION

Santa Maria Inn 801 S. Broadway, Santa Maria (805) 928-7777 santamariainn.com innkeeper@santamariainn.com facebook.com/SantaMariaInn

BEST WINERY WEDDING VENUE

Presqu’ile Winery

5391 Presqu’ile Drive, Santa Maria (805) 937-8110 presquilewine.com info@presquilewine.com facebook.com/presquilewine @presquilewine BEST OF NSBC continued page 71

Celebrating 41 Years and being voted Best Gift Store in Northern Santa Barbara County!

MON-FRI 9 AM – 6 PM SAT 10 AM – 4 PM 2255 S. BROADWAY SANTA MARIA, CA 93454 (805) 922-0578 FLOWERCARRIAGE@GMAIL.COM 68 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

1108 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt · (805) 937-8766 www.companys-coming.com

The Meathead Timeline IT ALL STARTED ON THE CENTRAL COAST 1997

Opened first office in San Luis Obispo

2004

Opened the Meathead Wrestling Club

2005

Opened office in Santa Barbara County

2007

Opened office in Ventura County

2010

Opened first mini storage in San Luis Obispo

2014

Opened office in Orange County

2015

- in Fresno County

Opened office

- Launched our National Nonprofit #MoveToEndDV

2017

Opened mini storage in Oxnard

2018

Opened office in Bakersfield

2019

Opened new wine storage in San Luis Obispo

THANK YOU FOR 22 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SUPPORT! VOTED BEST MOVING COMPANY

MeatheadMovers.com MeatheadMiniStorage.com MeatheadWineStorage.com

866-THE-MEAT

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CASA of Santa Barbara County won Best Place to Volunteer...

volunteers

Because our

are truly the best around!

There’s no place like hope. BECOME A CASA VOLUNTEER. Children in foster care who have a CASA volunteer are more likely to succeed in school and adjust to change. And they’re half as likely to re-enter the foster care system later. As a volunteer, you can make all the difference for a child who has experienced abuse or neglect in this community. Get involved, and change a child’s story.

SBCASA.ORG 70 • Sun • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • www.santamariasun.com

VOLUNTEER HERE: The Best Place to Volunteer is CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Santa Barbara County, but volunteer Scott Plyler, Associate Director Aaron Pankratz, and volunteer Terryl Bun already know that!

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

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BEST ECO-FRIENDLY BUSINESS

BEST COMMUNITY CENTER/NONPROFIT

BEST MAN OR WOMAN BEHIND THE BADGE (SPECIFY AGENCY)

Orcutt The Moxie Cafe Oasis Center James 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt 1317 W. McCoy Lane, Santa Maria Wallace, (805) 937-9750 (805) 361-2900 CHP oasisorcutt.org moxiecafe.com facebook.com/MoxieCafe @moxiecafe

BEST NEWS SOURCE

KSBY

731 Lincoln St., Santa Maria (805) 541-6666 ksby.com news@ksby.com facebook.com/ksbynews @ksbynews

facebook.com/oasisorcutt COMMUNITY ON MY MIND continued page 72 www.santamariasun.com • August 8 - August 15, 2019 • Sun • 71

Best Flower Shop

COMMUNITY ON MY MIND from page 71

BEST SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE

Cubanissimo

4869 S. Bradley Road, suite 118, Orcutt (844) 428-2266

Thank You!

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BEST KIDS AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM

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RELUCTANT REUNION

The Santa Maria Civic Theatre presents its production of August: Osage County, which opens Friday, Aug. 9, and runs through Saturday, Aug. 24. Performances take place on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Tickets range from $7.50 to $15 and are available in advance at my805tix.com. The theater is located at 1660 N. McClelland St., Santa Maria. Visit smct.org to find out more. —Caleb Wiseblood

AUG. 8 – AUG. 15 2019

SPECIAL EVENTS S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

ANNUAL SUMMER SUCCULENT SALE Come to this annual celebration of all things succulent. Featuring an extensive selection of rare and exotic succulents in a variety of pot sizes to suit all your project and landscaping needs, as well as some houseplants. Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Aug. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 805934-2182. t-mha.org. Growing Grounds Farm, 820 W. Foster Rd., Santa Maria.

FREE REAL ESTATE BUYERS WORKSHOP Get qualified with a lender to buy real estate and learn how to buy with almost nothing down. Aug. 10, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. 805 910-9548. Treasures 1, 210 W. Fesler St., Santa Maria, treasures1.com.

HOT AUGUST DANCE PARTY Featuring Riptide Big Band with vocalist, Bob Nations. Free thanks to grant funded by the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County. Refreshments available. Aug. 11, 1:30-4 p.m. Free. 775-813-5186. RiptideBB.com. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

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CELEBRATE YOUR PET EVENT Get a custom portrait of your pet made by a local artist. Aug. 9, 5-9 p.m. Free. 805-550-9963. theartgalanipomo.com/. Gala De Arte Plaza, 136 N Thompson Ave. B, Nipomo.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

AFTERNOON AT THE RANCH Celebrate summertime and support ECOSLO with this benefit event featuring live music by Carbon City Lights, Dante Marsh, and Dr. Danger, and food from Beda’s Biergarten. Guest speakers include Herb Filipponi of Filipponi Ranch and Mary Ciesinski of ECOSLO. Aug. 10, 1-5 p.m. Starts at $25. 805-544-1777. ecoslo. org. Filipponi Ranch, 1850 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo. FREE LEGAL CLINIC: RECORD CLEARANCE Free legal clinic for individuals in need of assistance clearing their criminal records. Clients will meet oneon-one with volunteer attorneys to complete their paperwork free of charge. Aug. 9, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Free. 805-781-4187. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

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2019 CENTRAL COAST CIDER FEST The 4th

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Annual Central Coast Cider Festival is a culmination of this craft beverage, giving attendees a great opportunity to taste a variety of ciders, meet the cider makers, and enjoy the community of Atascadero. Aug. 10, 5-8 p.m. $25-$65. Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

CRUISIN’ WEEKEND IN ATASCADERO The weekend kicks off Friday night with Hot El Camino Cruise Night at 6:30 p.m. in Downtown Atascadero. Saturday starts off with the Mid-State Cruizers Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake Park followed by Dancing in the Streets from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. in downtown. Aug. 16-17 Free admissions with food available for purchase. visitatascadero.com/events/ index.php?id=129. Downtown Atascadero, Entrada Ave., Atascadero.

FOURTH ANNUAL DANCING IN THE STREETS Local bands will be giving performances scattered throughout downtown. There will also be food and drinks available for purchase from local vendors. Aug. 17, 5-10 p.m. Free admissions with food available for purchase. visitatascadero.com/events. Downtown Atascadero, Entrada Ave., Atascadero.

SUNSET WINES AND FULL MOON VINES: WINE, MUSIC, AND HAYRIDES Take in the sunset with wine and friends on the Doce Robles estate. Admission includes your first glass of Doce Robles’ wine and barbecue dinner. Aug. 10, 6-9 p.m. Varies. 805-2274766. docerobleswinery.com/events/sunset-winesfull-moon-vines-august-10. Doce Robles Winery, 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr., Paso Robles.

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THIRD ANNUAL OLALLIEBERRY FESTIVAL Features live music, cooking demos, dessert contest, and kid’s activities. Local vendors offer Olallieberry treats, drinks, and local wine and beer. Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-927-3624. Cambria

Historical Museum, 2251 Center St., Cambria, cambriahistoricalsociety.com.

ZONGO YACHTING CUP 2019 A boating race/ cruise from Morro Bay to Avila Beach. Aug. 9 Morro Bay Yacht Club, 541 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, 8057723981, mbyc.net.

FUNDRAISERS S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

FORM OVER FUNCTION 7 FUNDRAISER A concert festival fundraiser benefi ting the Ian M Hassett Foundation. Features live music from three local acts. Aug. 10, 6-10 p.m. $25/$45 VIP. 805-878-1334. ianmhassett.com/fundraiser-info.html. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria.

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LAUGHTER FESTIVAL Jeffrey Briar will be performing “Music to make you laugh” and doing a Laughter Yoga workshop. Features several comedy shows and other live entertainment. Aug. 11, 1-4 p.m. $12 per person, kids under 12 free. 805-489-7359. unity5cities.org/ laughter-festival. The Victorian, 789 Valley Rd., Arroyo Grande.

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CALI AUTO FEST PRESENTED BY QUALITY Features some of California’s best classic, exotic, fast, and collectible cars. Also features live entertainment for the whole family. Proceeds help support SLO Children’s Cancer Charity. Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $5 (kids under 12 are free). 626-756-4525. caliautofest.com/. Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo.

THROW US A BONE: A LOCAL CELEBRITY SOFTBALL FUNDRAISER FOR A LOCAL TEEN Food and drinks available for purchase during this fundraiser softball game. Aug. 10,

New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

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INDEX Special Events ..........[76] Arts ............................[76] Culture & Lifestyle.......[79] Food & Drink.............. [81] Music .........................[82]

2-5 p.m. $25 general admission. 805-458-6440. radiancevoicecoaching.com. Sinsheimer Park, 900 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo.

UNITED WAY’S 11TH ANNUAL STUFF THE BUS SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATION DRIVE A drive for new school supplies for local youth in need. Gather your family, friends or coworkers together and help us provide much-needed support for schools, teachers, and students. Every 3 days, 12-6 p.m. 805-541-1234. unitedwayslo.org/stuffthebus. Staples SLO, 2950 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo.

ARTS CLASSES & WORKSHOPS S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

BALLROOM, LATIN, AND SWING LESSONS Marie King and Kings of Swing offer dance lessons for all ages and skill levels. Couples and singles welcome. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $36 for 4-week session. 805-928-7799. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

BASIC WATERCOLOR No experience required. Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. $8. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

BEADING WORKSHOP Thursdays, noon oasisorcutt. org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

COUNTRY TWO STEP DANCE LESSONS From the basics to a variety of patterns. Dancers of all skill levels welcome. Thursdays, 6:15-7 p.m. $8. 805-680-5695. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

CREATIVE ART TUESDAYS Meet other artists and support and critique others’ works. Tuesdays, 1-4 p.m. $1. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805937-9750.

EVERYBODY CAN DANCE Ballet workout classes for teens and adults. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. everybodycandance. webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-937-6753.

INDIVIDUAL PAINTERS No instructor. Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon $1. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

INTRODUCTORY BALLET 1 Tuesdays, 5 p.m. everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-937-6753.

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CALIFORNIA A showcase of fine art inspired by

ARTS from page 76 INTRODUCTORY BALLET 2 Wednesdays, 6 p.m. and Fridays everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-937-6753.

INTRODUCTORY BALLET 3 Wednesdays, 6 p.m. everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-937-6753. MUSIC LESSONS Learn acoustic or electric guitar, mandolin, ukulele, bass, piano, violin, drums, percussion, voice, mandolin, banjo, saxophone, and/or clarinet. The academy offers private lessons by the hour or half hour for all age groups and ability. ongoing 805925-0464. Coelho Academy of Music, 325 E. Betteravia

national parks, monuments, preserves, and recreation areas located within the state of California. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Jan. 20 $5. 805-686-8315. wildlingmuseum.org/news/ celebrating-the-national-lands-of-california-art-exhibit. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang.

NATURE IMAGINED This exhibit celebrates nature through art by Cheryl Medow, Ellen Jewett, and Hilary Brace. These artists used diverse materials and methods to create their works. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5. 805-686-8315. wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang. FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF EXPLORE LOMPOC

IN LOVE WITH MY CAR

The 17th annual Lompoc Police Car Show takes place at Ryon Park on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vehicles of all kinds will be on display during this event, which also features live entertainment, food trucks, a raffle, and family activities. Admission is free. Call (805) 714-1140 or visit lompocpolicefoundation.org for more info. —C.W. Road, Santa Maria.

MUSICAL THEATRE AND CABARET WORKSOP CLASSES Come improve your vocal skills so that you’ll

MAY 25-SEPTEMBER 2 Take a stroll back in time and come face-to-face with dinosaurs on the banks of Mission Creek! Meet a giant Tyrannosaurus rex, armored Stegosaurus, crested Parasaurolophus, and Triceratops and Ankylosaurus families. GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED BY CLU/KCLU, Museum League, Montecito Bank & Trust, Santa Barbara Independent, KJEE, KSBL/KTYD, KCRW, KEYT, Noozhawk, Montecito Journal, Santa Maria Sun

have more fun singing cabaret, karaoke, and more. Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. through Sept. 30 $75 for a four week session; $20 to drop in. 805-400-5335. Cabaret805.com. Santa Maria Civic Theatre, 1660 N. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SALSA DANCE CLASS No partner or experience needed. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-937-1574. CentralCoastSwingDance.com. Old Town Brew, 338 W. Tefft St, Nipomo.

SANTA MARIA SEWING SUPERSTORE CLASSES Visit site for full list of classes and more details. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. santamariasewing.com. Santa Maria Sewing Superstore, 127 E. Main St., Santa Maria, 805-922-1784.

SOAP AND CANDLE MAKING CLASSES Second Tuesday of every month The Parable Candle Company, 125 Union Ave., Orcutt, 805-314-2662.

PAVLOV GALLERY: FEATURED ARTISTS Showcasing new collections on a weekly basis. Featured artists include Chris Pavlov, Iris Pavlov, Robert Hildebrand, Doug Picotte, and more. ongoing, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-686-1080. pavlovgallery.com. Pavlov Art Gallery, 1608 Copenhagen Dr., Ste C, Solvang.

AUG. 8 – AUG. 15 2019

SWING, BALLROOM, AND LATIN DANCE CLASSES Hosted by the Kings of Swing. All skill levels welcome (adults). Couples and singles welcome. Preregistration recommended. Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. $45. 805-928-7799. Adkins Dance Center, 1110 E. Clark Ave., Santa Maria.

artist will be accepted throughout the series. Second Saturday of every month, 12-5 p.m. Free. 805-688-7338. santaynezvalleyarts.org. Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado, Los Olivos.

THREE VIEWPOINTS Three regionally recognized Gallery los Olivos artists join in August to exhibit landscapes from oceans to deserts. Carrie Givens and Morgan Green will exhibit pastel paintings and Ellen Yeomans will exhibit oil paintings. MondaysSundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Aug. 31 805-6887517. GalleryLosOlivos.com. Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.

WEST COAST SWING CLASS No partner or experience needed. Mondays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-9371574. CentralCoastSwingDance.com. Old Town Brew, 338 W. Tefft St, Nipomo.

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POETRY NIGHT AT CORE WINERY Monthly poetry group with two featured poets and open readings. Check CORE Winery Facebook page for details or schedule changes. Second Saturday of every month, 7:30 p.m. Free. 805-937-1600. corewine.com. CORE Winery, 105 W Clark Ave., Orcutt.

EXHIBITS S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y

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encouraged to capture examples of nature’s ability to regenerate and thrive. This exhibit showcases winning entries in the Adult and Junior categories. ongoing Free. 805-686-8315. wildlingmuseum.org/photographycompetition/. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang.

THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY ARTS ASSOCIATION: SECOND SATURDAY ARTISANS Applications to be a featured

UKULELE CLASS Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

Open Daily 10:00 AM–5:00 PM 2559 Puesta del Sol Santa Barbara, CA 93105 805-682-4711 sbnature.org

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S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S painting and art tiles. ongoing Santa Maria Country Club, 505 W. Waller Lane, Santa Maria. The featured artists at the gallery during the months of May, June, July, and August are TBA. Saturdays, 10 a.m.3 p.m. and Tuesdays-Fridays, 12-6 p.m. through Sept. 1 Valley Art Gallery, 125 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt, 805-9372278, valleygallery.org.

LOCAL ART AND ARTISTS: CONTINUING SERIES An ongoing series of shows, facilitated by advisor Terry Dworaczyk, to spotlight local art and artists. Each show includes an artist reception. ongoing Ameriprise Financial, 2605 S Miller St., Suite 104, Santa Maria.

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Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-925-0994.

EXHIBITION ongoing smartscouncil.org. Betteravia

COMPUTER BASICS WORKSHOP The City of Santa

Gallery, 511 E. Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria.

STAGE S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y

SOLVANG FESTIVAL THEATER: THE ADDAMS FAMILY A musical comedy based on the classic TV series. Through Aug. 25 Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang, 805-928-7731.

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MARIAN THEATRE: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST PCPA’s production of Oscar Wilde’s classic. Aug. 15-24 Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria, 805-928-7731, pcpa.org.

AUDITIONS

Maria Public Library is pleased to announce a free Computer workshop. The workshop will be presented in the Learning Center. Every other Tuesday, 1-2 p.m. through Dec. 11 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SIMPLE SPANISH Instructor based Spanish class for beginners. Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-9379750. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

SMKC MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

7 ANNUAL TH

Hoe Down with the Hounds Presented by Altrusa International, Santa Maria Inc.

Members and guests welcome. Connect with fellow dog lovers and learn more about all the different things you and your dog can do together. All breeds and breed combinations welcome. Different months have different learning programs. Second Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. through April 8 Free. santamariakennelclub. org/. Marian Extended Care Facility, 1530 Cypress Way, Santa Maria, (805) 739-3000.

STEM CELL AND REGENERATIVE MEDICINE CLASS Join us to learn about stem cell allograft

S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

DIMENSIONS IN DANCE AUDITIONS Come and audition for AHC’s Dimensions in Dance concert. Beginning to advanced dancers. All styles of dance. Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805 922 6966 Ext. 3845. hancockcollege.edu/dance. Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria. FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF LUIS ESCOBAR REFLECTIONS PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

services as an option for knee, hip and shoulder pain. Every other Thursday, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Free. 8056147820. RestorativeSpineandJoint.com. Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria.

CLUBS & MEETINGS S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

ANIME CLUB FOR TEENS Club for teens interested

in anime or manga. Aug. 16, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/ departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

BOARD OF LIBRARY TEENS (BOLT) Teens help plan upcoming teen events and make changes in the teen zone. Aug. 17, 10-11 a.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

BOOK CLUB Meet once a month to discuss a book.

This month’s book: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. Aug. 8, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Free. 805-937-9750. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

CAMERA CLUB Learn how the camera works. Share experiences and make new friends. Second Tuesday of every month, 1-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-937-9750. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt. COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Tuesdays, 1 p.m. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. DEMOCRATIC CLUB OF SM VALLEY: MONTHLY MEETING Social at 6 p.m. Guest speaker at 7 p.m. Business meeting for members follows. Third Thursday of every month, 6 p.m. Free. 805-349-2708. santamariademocrats.info. IHOP, 202 Nicholson Ave, Santa Maria.

HAM RADIO HAM Radio operators can show guests

JUST DANCE

Allan Hancock College holds auditions for its Dimensions in Dance program at the Marian Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dancers of all skill levels and styles are encouraged to audition for this annual showcase, which is scheduled to open Wednesday, Oct. 9. The theater is located at 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria. Visit hancockcollege. edu/dance to find out more. —C.W.

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE LECTURES & LEARNING S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y

TED AND CONVERSATION The Solvang Library screens an 18-minute talk from the TED Talks series. Afterwards, the audience explores the topic together over tea and coffee. Third Thursday of every month, 1010:50 a.m. Free. 805-688-4214. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr., Solvang.

L O M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G

COMMUNITY FOOD CENTER The center is a food pantry offering nutritional classes. Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m. Free. 805-967-5741, Ext. 107. El Camino Community Center, W. Laurel Avenue and N. I Street, Lompoc.

S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

BI-LINGO Informal conversation to practice Spanish language skills for anyone with basic Spanish-speaking skills. Second Thursday of every month, 6-7 p.m. Free.

how to build their own radio and share information about operating them. Mondays, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Free. 805937-9750. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

HI-WAY DRIVE-IN SWAP MEET Come to the HiWay Drive-In for the Sunday Swap Meet. Sellers: $20; Produce sellers: $25; Buyers: $2 car load. Sundays, 4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 805-934-1582. Hi-Way Drive-In, 3170 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria.

Adoptable Dogs will also be part of the show!

HONORING OUR VETERANS

DOG SHOW & DINNER August 17, 2019 at 5:15pm

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$45 per person – $20 per person for 16 years and under For more information, please call Maria Martino at 805-714-8749 or email her at Poohesq1@mac.com

Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

SANTA MARIA TOASTMASTERS WEEKLY MEETING Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 805-264-6722. santamaria.toastmastersclubs.org/. Toyota of Santa Maria, 700 E Beteravia Rd., Santa Maria.

THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY The Santa Maria Valley Genealogical Society holds meetings open to the public. Third Thursday of every month, 2-4 p.m. SMVGS.org. Family History Center, 908 Sierra Madre, Santa Maria.

interested in learning about barbershop-style music singing and performing. Thursdays, 6:45-9:30 p.m. 805-736-7572. Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 4725 S. Bradley Road, Orcutt.

TRIVIA NIGHT Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Free. naughtyoak. com. Naughty Oak Brewing Co., 165 S Broadway St Ste 102, Orcutt, 805-287-9663.

Please make checks payable to: Altrusa International Santa Maria Inc. PO Box 5184 Santa Maria, CA 93456-5184

Singers, songwriters, musicians, bands: ENTER YOUR MUSIC NOW!

RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT: MAH JONGG Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 805-922-2993.

TRI CITY SOUND CHORUS OF SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL Welcomes all women who are

$25 Entry Fee to Show Your Dog

Deadline for entries Mon., Aug. 19, 2019 by 5pm Showcase Fri., Nov. 8, 2019 @ SLO Brew Rock

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SOCRATES: WEEKLY DISCUSSION A weekly discussion group to discuss current and interesting topics. Politics and religion are not discussed. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Free. coalescebookstore. com. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay,

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Free the first month; $30 per year afterwards. surfsidetennisclub.teamopolis.com. Morro Bay High School, 235 Atascadero Rd., Morro Bay, 805-771-1845.

SUPPORT GROUPS S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

HELP4HD SUPPORT GROUPS Help4HD Support Groups is the Help 4 Huntington’s disease support group. Second Monday of every month, 12-1:30 p.m. Free. 354-0708. help4hd-international.org. Bethel Lutheran Church, 624 E. Camino Colegio, Santa Maria.

TRAUMA INFORMED PARENTING GROUP A foster parent class presented by Calm. Tuesdays 805-9652376. calm4kids.org. Church For Life, 3130 Skyway Dr., Suite 501, Santa Maria.

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group for those grieving the death of a loved one. Held in the Church Care Center. Drop-ins welcome. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Hosted by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). A confidential and safe group of families helping families who have a loved one living with mental health challenges. Third Saturday of every month, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-544-2086. Safe Haven, 203 Bridge St, Arroyo Grande.

SPOUSE AND PARTNER LOSS SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) A Hospice SLO support group for those grieving the loss of a partner or spouse. Held in Room 16. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.

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CARD MAKING Tuesdays, 9 a.m. oasisorcutt.org.

SUMMER MAKERSPACE It’s time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Santa Maria Public Library Maker Events. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. through Aug. 31 Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

MIND & BODY S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

CANDLELIGHT RESTORATIVE YOGA Release and open your body with breath, props, and meditation. Mondays, 7-8 p.m. yogaformankind.com. Yoga for Mankind, 130 N Broadway, Suite B, Orcutt.

FIT CLUB A club to energize both body and soul. Pre and post workout drinks will be available. MondaysFridays, 9 a.m. Balance Nutrition, 1975 S. Broadway, Ste. E, Santa Maria. GENTLE YOGA Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. HUMAN BEING SUPPORT AND INSPIRATION ONLINE GROUP An online group to listen and get

Picnic tables at both locations Join us every 2nd Sunday afternoons at FOXEN, where we feature live music and special food options throughout the summer.

Open daily 11am-4pm Foxenvineyard.com 805.937.4251 7200 & 7600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria, CA

support from others from the comfort of your own home. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. $40 monthly subscription. 805-598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Divine Inspiration, 947 E Orange St, Santa Maria.

MEDITATION GROUP Features a 20 minute meditation followed by a brief discussion. Meetings take place in the sanctuary. All are welcome. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805-937-3025. Unity Chapel of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., Orcutt, unitysantamaria. net/.

REFLEXOLOGY AT OASIS Tuesdays, 9 a.m. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

TAI CHI AT OASIS Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9:45 a.m. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

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BIKE KITCHEN During August, free bike clinics will be offered at the Library. Patrons can bring in their

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These meetings will offer gardening tips, a variety of presentations, succulent exchanges, and demos. Aug. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

KIDS & FAMILY S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

KTS ALL STAR GYMNASTICS: NINJA WARRIOR CLASSES Bring out your inner warrior with kids parkour classes in a safe setting. For ages 5 and up. Wednesdays, Fridays, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. 805-349-7575. Santa Maria Town Center, 142 Town Center East, Santa Maria.

MOMMY AND ME CLASSES Brief gymnastics classes for ages 1 to 3 (as soon as they can start walking on their own). Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9:30-10 & 10:15-10:45 a.m. $35-$55. KT’s All Star Gymnastics, 237 Town Center E, Santa Maria, 805-3497575. MOVIE NIGHT The Santa Maria Library offers free movie nights to patrons. Aug. 12, 3-5:15 & 3-5:45 p.m. Free. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-925-0994. NEON NIGHTS AT ROCKIN’ JUMP Fridays, Saturdays, 8-10 p.m. 805-266-7080. Santa Maria Town Center, 142 Town Center East, Santa Maria.

dancing, singing, and playing like pirate and mermaids with Pyjama Drama of the Central Coast. Through Aug. 9, 9 a.m.-noon $125-$150. 805-928-8414. smvdiscoverymuseum.org/summer-camps-2/. Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, 705 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

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KNITTING AND CROCHETING Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750.

FOXEN’s new solar-powered winery and foxen 7200’s historic tasting shack.

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bicycles and a representative will available to assist you in learning how to repair the bicycle. Tools and consumables will be provided free of charge during the bicycle clinics. Every other Friday, 3-5 p.m. through Aug. 23 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

READALOUD The Buellton Library presents ReadAloud, a play-reading group for adults, teens and children 9 and up. Fridays, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-6883115. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton.

SPIRITUAL S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

FREE WOMEN’S EXERCISE CLASS Open to all women regardless of denomination. Class includes stretching, aerobics, and floor exercises while listening to uplifting, spiritual music. Free childcare offered on site. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9-10 a.m. Free. 805-922-1919. cornerstonesm.org. Cornerstone Church, 1026 E Sierra Madre Ave., Santa Maria.

HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH SERVICES Join Hope Community Church for Sunday morning and Wednesday night services. Children care provided for infants and children under 4. Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Free. 805-922-2043. hopesm.com. Hope Community Church, 3010 Skyway Dr. Suite F, Santa Maria. INTUITIVE GUIDANCE SESSIONS Certified Intuitive and Evidential, Spiritual Medium, Julie Renee Medley offers 1/2 private readings. Please call to set an appointment or for consultation. ongoing $60 per 1/2 hour or sliding fee can be utilized. 937-271-5646. CovenTree: Books and Gifts, 722 E Main St., Santa Maria.

VOLUNTEERS SAN LUIS OBISPO

BE A VOLUNTEER FOR WILSHIRE HOSPICE Wilshire Hospice is always looking for caring individuals to be Hospice In-Home Volunteers. Aug. 14, 1-5 p.m. Free. 805-782-8608. Wilshire Hospice, 277 South Street, Suite R, San Luis Obispo.

DRESS A CHILD AROUND THE WORLD Welcoming volunteers to sew simple dresses and shorts for children in developing countries around the world, enabling them to attend school. Please bring a sewing machine in good operating order. Fabric and notions are provided. Third Thursday of every month, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-441-8031. United Church of Christ (Congregational) of San Luis Obispo, 11245 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo. FELINE NETWORK OF THE CENTRAL COAST Seeking volunteers to provide foster homes for foster kittens or cats with special needs. The Feline Network pays for food, litter, and any medications needed. Volunteers also needed to help with humanely trapping IMAGE COURTESY OF EYVIND EARLE

READING BUDDIES Teen Volunteers and kids will read aloud to each other, helping build kids’ confidence, comprehension skills and complete the Library’s Summer Reading Program. Mondays-Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. through Aug. 8 Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SANTA MARIA VALLEY RAILWAY HISTORICAL MUSEM The Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum features a locomotive, boxcar, caboose, railroad artifacts, and diorama. Second and fourth Saturday of every month. 12-4 p.m. ongoing 805-714-4927. Santa Maria Transit Center, Miller and Boone St., Santa Maria.

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Crossing Paths, a new art exhibition at Elverhoj Museum of History and Art in Solvang, opens on Saturday, Aug. 10, with a reception from 4 to 6 p.m. This duo show features artwork from Eyvind Earle and sculptures from John Cody. Admission to the reception is free. The museum is located at 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang. Call (805) 686-1211 or visit elverhoj.org to find out more. —C.W.

your stuffed friend for a sleepover. Registration begins Aug. 2. Aug. 9, 10:45 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/citygovernment/departments/ library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SUMMER CAMPS AT SMVDM Summer Camps are open for registration. Check site for more details. Through Aug. 9 $125-$150. 805-928-8414. smvdiscoverymuseum.org/summer-camps-2/. Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, 705 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

WORLD RECORD CHALLENGE Kids aged 6 to 12 can come to the library to try and beat several world records. Aug. 14, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/departments/ library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

and transporting feral cats for spay/neuter. ongoing 805-549-9228. felinenetwork.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

HOSPICE SLO COUNTY IN-HOME VOLUNTEER TRAINING This 30-hour comprehensive training explores personal attitudes about dying and death, the history of hospice, current end-of-life care, and more. Thursdays, 1:30-6 p.m. through Aug. 29 Free to attend; donations are gratefully accepted. 805-544-2266. hospice-of-san-luis-obispo-county.networkforgood.com/ events/12885-hospice-slo-county-in-home-volunteertraining-summer-2019. Hospice SLO County, 1304

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staff at the Octagon Barn for a morning of landscape maintenance. Aug. 15, 9 a.m.-noon Free. (805) 544-9096. lcslo.org /events/. Octagon Barn Center, 4400 Octagon Way, San Luis Obispo.

Tuesdays, 2-5 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. 805-762-4688. facebook.com/TuesdayFarmersMarketSLOGuildHall/. SLO Guild Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

Preregistration required. In-Home Volunteers assist individuals with a life-limiting illness and their families by providing caregiver respite, practical assistance, emotional support, companionship, and comfort. Thursdays, 1-6 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/workshops. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

LOAN CLOSET ASSOCIATE The Riso Family Loan Closet offers short-term use of durable medical equipment to people who are in the healing and recovery process. Volunteer Position: Associate accepts donations, sanitizes and checks-out equipment, and answers phone. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-5477025. Wilshire Community Services, 285 South St. Suite J, San Luis Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices. org.

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on Wheels, San Luis Obispo, needs noon time drivers. Must have own car to deliver prepared meals. MondaysFridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 805235-8870. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

The Oasis Senior Center hosts its next Camera Club Meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. The meetings take place on the second Tuesday of every month and offer guests the opportunity to learn about how cameras work or share their own photography experiences and make new friends. Admission is free. The Oasis Center is located at 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt. Call (805) 937-9750 or visit oasisorcutt.org for more info. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;C.W.

SLO REP SEEKING VOLUNTEER BARTENDERS Must be 21 or over. All volunteers receive complimentary tickets. Email volunteer@slorep.org for more info. ongoing slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440.

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EVENTS S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y

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FARMERS MARKETS L O M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G

LOMPOC FARMERS MARKET Features fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers, entertainment, and activities for the whole family. Fridays, 2-6 p.m. Lompoc Farmers Market, Ocean Avenue and I Street, Lompoc.

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GROWING GROUNDS FARM STAND Produce, flowers, and other plants from the nursery are available for purchase. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.3 p.m. 805-934-2182. Growing Grounds Farm, 820 W. Foster Rd., Santa Maria, t-mha.org.

ORCUTT FARMERS MARKET Presents local farmers and small businesses. Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Orcutt Farmers Market, Bradley Road, Orcutt.

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Room available to members. ongoing, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 805-686-2603. roblarwinery.com. Roblar Winery, 3010 Roblar Ave., Santa Ynez.

STANDING SUN: TASTING ROOM HOURS Visit site for Cellar Club details and more info. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 805-691-9413. standingsunwines.com. Standing Sun Wines, 92 2nd St., Unit D, Buellton, 805-691-9413.

WINE TASTING AT KALYRA Offering varietals from all over the world. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 805-693-8864. kalyrawinery.com. Kalyra Winery, 343 N. Refugio Road, Santa Ynez.

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LOMPOC WINE FACTORY TASTINGS This tasting room highlights community-based winemaking. Features various member winemakers. Mondays, Wednesdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m. 805-243-8398. lompocwinefactory.com. Lompoc Wine Factory, 321 N. D St., Lompoc.

ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Includes produce, artists and

TASTING AT MONTEMAR WINES Offering handcrafted wines, charcuterie, and cheeses. Fridays-Sundays, 12-5 p.m. 805-735-5000. facebook.com/ montemarwines. Montemar Wines, 1501 E. Chestnut Ave., Lompoc.

musicians. Saturdays, 12-2:25 p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande.

NIPOMO FARMERS MARKET Includes a large variety of locally grown produce. Open year round Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. nipomofarmersmarket.com/. Nipomo Farmers Market, Via Concha Road, Nipomo.

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FARMERS MARKET Farmers Market in SLO is the largest Farmers Market in California. Thursdays, 6:10-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts over 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 2650 Main St., San Luis Obispo.

WINE TASTING AT FLYING GOAT CELLARS This winery specializes in

Pinot Noir and sparkling wine. Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 805-7369032. flyinggoatcellars.com. Flying Goat Cellars, 1520 Chestnut Court, Lompoc.

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PANCAKE BREAKFAST Enjoy pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, and juice while you meet new and old friends. Proceeds support OASIS Community Center. Second Saturday of every month, 7:45-9:45 a.m. $5. 805-9379750. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt. m

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BRANDI ROSE LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 10, 1-4 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

THE DYLAN ORTEGA BAND As part of KRAZy Country Honky-Tonk Thursday. Thursdays, 7 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org.

HOT ROUX LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 18, 4:30 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

JUMPSTART LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 16, 6 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html. LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO Local acts perform every Saturday. Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-6864785, mavericksaloon.org. RIVER’S BEND LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 17, 5 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

RML LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 10, 5-8 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

STRAY HERD LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

STUDIO C LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 10, 5-8 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

SUNDAY ROUND-UP Enjoy live music on the patio and special menu offerings every Sunday morning. Sundays, 11 a.m. Free. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org.

TERESA RUSSELL AND COCOBILLI LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 11, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.

TOM BALL AND KENNY SULTAN LIVE Enjoy a blend of guitar and harmonica blues, and rags, and good time music. Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Sundays, 1:15-4 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern,

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FUNK AT THE FUNCTION: Funk/hip-hop band Wordsauce performs at Presqu’ile Winery on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 8:45 p.m., as part of the Form Over Function benefit concert.

The Drive-In Romeos are next on the docket, scheduled to take the stage around 7:15 p.m. This Santa Maria-based ensemble, led by Don Gonzalez Jr. (lead vocalist, guitarist, and principal songwriter), specializes in roots rock and R&B. But a lot of the group’s original material takes inspiration from several other genres as well, including rockabilly, swing, and gospel. Last but certainly not least, funk/hip-hop band Wordsauce is set to perform around 8:45 p.m. This SLO-based seven-piece originated with drummer Bill Gerhardt and bassist Wesley Price in 2009. Within a year, five more members (Kevin Strong, Shawn Warnke, Samuel Franklin, Eric Mattson, and Rick Loughman) joined the group. From then on, the band began refining the eclectic sound it’s best known for, pairing live-band hiphop with instrumentation rooted in funk. General admission tickets to the Form Over Function concert are $25 (which also includes $2 off merchandise or raffle tickets). A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $45 (which includes early admission at 5:30 p.m., a complimentary glass of wine or beer, light appetizers, a VIP tote, and exclusive access to the VIP area). All tickets are available in advance at my805tix.com. The winery is located at 5391 Presquile Drive, Santa Maria. Call (805) 937-8110 or visit presquilewine.com for more details.

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hree Central Coast-based groups are uniting for the seventh annual Form Over Function fundraiser at Presqu’ile Winery in Santa Maria on Saturday, Aug. 10. Proceeds from the show will benefit the Ian M. Hassett Foundation, a local nonprofit that offers scholarships, grants, and art supplies to young artists and students. The festivities kick off with soul and gospel act Burning, Bad & Cool at 6 p.m. This local trio consists of “Burning” James Scoolis (guitar and vocals), “Bad” Billy Baxmeyer (bass and vocals), and Jimmy “Cool” Conroy (acoustic guitar and vocals). Some of the group’s biggest influences include The Temptations, Sam Cooke, James Brown, and Ray Charles.

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DRIVE MY CAR: Santa Maria-based R&B band The Drive-In Romeos performs at Presqu’ile Winery on Saturday, Aug. 10, starting at 7:15 p.m.

LOCAL NOTES from page 82

Going south Tribute band Led Zepplica performs at the Maverick Saloon in Santa Ynez on Friday, Aug. 9, from 8 to 11 p.m. The saloon also hosts local acts The Just Dave Band on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 8 to 11 p.m., and Nate Latta on Sunday, Aug. 11, from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission to each performance is free. Visit themavsaloon.com to find out more. Cold Spring Tavern’s weekly weekend lineup starts with local country rock band Stray Herd on Friday, Aug. 9, performing from 6 to 9 p.m. This Santa Barbara-based group plays a mix of modern and classic country as well as outlaw roots tunes. Solo artist Brandi Rose performs her signature blend of pop, hip-hop, soul, and blues on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 1 to 4 p.m., followed by harmonic rock band RML, who take the stage from 5 to 8 p.m. The tavern also hosts blues, rags, and good-time duo Tom

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DOWN TO CLOWN: Lompoc-based carnival cabaret group The Circus Starts at Midnight performs at The Beach on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 7:30 p.m.

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HERD IS THE WORD: Santa Barbara-based country rock band Stray Herd performs at Cold Spring Tavern on Friday, Aug. 9, at 6 p.m.

Ball and Kenny Sultan, who play on Sunday, Aug. 11, from 1:15 to 4 p.m. A performance from blues and rock trio Teresa Russell and Cocobilli follows, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., which concludes this weekend’s lineup. All of the tavern’s shows are free to attend. For more info, visit coldspringtavern.com.

More music Costumed attire is strongly encouraged (although not required) at a special performance from The Circus Starts at Midnight at The Beach in Lompoc on Saturday, Aug. 10. This carnival cabaret group performs a whimsical blend of pop and folk with a theatrical twist. According to the event’s Facebook page, “the artist formerly known as” Criminal Wave will open the show, which starts at 7:30 p.m. All ages are welcome to this free concert, but parental guidance is suggested. Blast 825 Brewery in Orcutt presents the Shelby Lynn Duo on Friday, Aug. 9, starting at 7 p.m. The brewery also hosts solo artists Robert Herrera on Saturday, Aug. 10, starting at 7 p.m.,

and Russ Douglass on Sunday, Aug. 11, performing from noon to 3 p.m. All three acts are known to play both classic rock and country. Admission to each performance is free. Santa Barbara-based singer-songwriter Will Breman performs at the Naughty Oak Brewing Company on Friday, Aug. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. This solo artist utilizes live looping with multiple instruments to create a “one-man-band” effect. The venue hosts Arizona-based rock band Cadillac Angels the following evening, Saturday, Aug. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. Entry to both concerts is free. Also in Orcutt, local acoustic Americana artist Cyrus Clarke performs at Vino et Amicis Wine Bar on Friday, Aug. 9, from 7 to 10 p.m. Although he’s performing solo for this gig, Clarke is widely known for his collaborations with The Expedition, The Cache Valley Drifters, and other Americana acts. Admission to the show is free. m Arts Editor Caleb Wiseblood wrote this week’s Local Notes. Contact him at cwiseblood@santamariasun.com. FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF BOTTLEST WINERY, BAR, AND BISTRO

MUSIC LISTINGS from page 82 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html.

THE YOUNGSTERS LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Aug. 17, 1-4 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.

Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net.

ROBERT HERRERA LIVE Aug. 10, 7 p.m. Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net.

RUSS DOUGLASS LIVE Aug. 11, 12-3 p.m. Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net.

SIP MUSIC CLUB Pairing music and local wine with 4

SHELBY LYNN DUO Aug. 16, 7-10 p.m. Vino et Amicis, 156 S. Broadway, Orcutt, 805-631-0496, vinoetamicis.com.

seasonal releases each calendar year. Price includes 3 VIP access tickets to each SipMusic event, and 1 album and 1 bottle of premium wine every 3 months. ongoing $40. Lompoc Wine Factory, 321 N. D St., Lompoc, 805243-8398, lompocwinefactory.com.

SHELBY LYNN DUO LIVE This duo performs classic rock and country. Aug. 9, 7 p.m. Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net.

L O M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G

S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

COASTAL VOICES SUMMER RETREAT The community choir meets for learning, lunch, and an intro to music for the Veterans Day concerts. Aug. 10, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (805) 517-4645. coastalvoices.info. St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3945 S. Bradley Road, Santa Maria.

CYRUS CLARKE LIVE Aug. 9, 7 p.m. Vino et Amicis, 156 S. Broadway, Orcutt, 805-631-0496, vinoetamicis.com. FOXEN SECOND SUNDAYS: LIVE MUSIC AND FOOD TRUCK Every second Sunday of every

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17TH ANNUAL SIZZLIN’ SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Features live

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and guitarist Carmel Helene will bring her blend of modern country and pop to the SLO Library Community Room in this acoustic concert. Aug. 11, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Free. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

311 AND DIRTY HEADS With special guests

AMO AMO LIVE For ages 18 and over. Aug. 11, 8 p.m. $13. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, 209-417-7748.

Dreamers, Bikini Trill. Aug. 14, 4:30-10 p.m. $45-$345. 8055954000. Avila Beach Golf Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Road, Avila Beach.

BROADWAY BY THE SEA “Broadway by the Sea”

third Friday evening. Third Friday of every month, 4-6 p.m. Free. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-937-8110, presquilewine.com.

NATALY LOLA LIVE Aug. 17, 6:30 p.m. Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net.

RANDY DELUNE LIVE Aug. 18, 12-3 p.m. Blast 825

ACOUSTIC CONCERT WITH CARMEL HELENE Acclaimed singer

music, food, beer and wine, bounce house, vendors and more. Sundays, 3-6 p.m. through Aug. 18 Free. 805-473-4580. groverbeach.org. Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach.

GLORIA MANTOOTH AND SOUL FYAH Second

LIVE MUSIC AT PRESQU’ILE Different acts every

MARCIJEAN AND THE BELMONT KINGS Sponsored by Peter and Carol Keith. Donations will be accepted to benefit the 5 Cities Homeless Coalition. Aug. 11, 1-3 p.m. Free. 805-473-2250. Heritage Square Park, 201 Nelson St., Arroyo Grande.

Free; tips accepted. 805-489-9099. songwritersatplay.com. Branch Street Deli, 203 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande.

THE BALD SPOTS LIVE SLO’s own The Bald

JOHN ALAN CONNERLEY LIVE Aug. 16, 7 p.m. Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net.

Songbook will be performed. This concert also features vocalists Mitchell Latting and Kathryn Loomis. Donations will be accepted to benefit Grace Bible Church. Aug. 12, 7:15-9 p.m. facebook.com/ kathrynloomismusic/. Grace Bible Church, 100 Rodeo Dr., Arroyo Grande, 805-489-4200.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES MIRA GOTO Aug. 14, 6-8:30 p.m.

month, Foxen will have live music and a food truck on property. Second Sunday of every month, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free admission. 805-937-4251. foxenvineyard. com. Foxen Winery & Vineyard, 7600 Foxen Canyon Rd., Santa Maria. Saturday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe, 805-219-0977.

DEBUT CONCERT Songs from the Great American

Spots will serenade with Doo Wop and regale with comic repartee. Aug. 8, 7 p.m. $20. 805-343-7530. BaldSpots.brownpapertickets.com. The Monarch Club at Trilogy Monarch Dunes, 1645 Trilogy Parkway, Nipomo. returns to the private, gorgeous seaside Chapman Estate with seven vocalists belting out popular show tunes. Aug. 10, 1-4 p.m. $70-$90. 805 712-1224. operaslo.org. Chapman Estate, Private residence, Shell Beach.

BUDDY GUY, JIMMIE VAUGHAN, AND CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE Aug. 9, 6-10 p.m. $40-$95. 805595-4000. events.avilabeachresort.com. Avila Beach Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Dr., Avila Beach.

DULCIE TAYLOR AND FRIENDS AT PUFFER’S OF PISMO Aug. 11, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free; food and drink for purchase. 805-773-6563. puffersofpismo.com/. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach.

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CARMEL HELENE LIVE Acclaimed musician Carmel Helene brings her exciting blend of modern country and pop music to the SLO Library. Aug. 11, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-781-5989. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

CODY KO AND NOEL MILLER: TINY MEAT GANG Aug. 9, 7-11 p.m. $30 -$150. 805 -329 5725. fremontslo.com/cody- ko - noel - miller-tinymeat-gang- live. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

DEIFY LIVE A night of hard rock music from Seattle touring band Deify supporting their new release ‘X’. Aug. 11, 10 p.m. Free. Frog and Peach Pub, 728 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-595-4764, frogandpeachpub.com.

FLYING LOTUS LIVE With Salami Rose Joe Luis and

PBDY. Aug. 8 The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-546-8600, fremontslo.com.

JAZZ VESPERS CONCERT Jazz Vespers Concerts at First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo returns

LOLA’S RUN

Blast 825 Brewery presents Nataly Lola on Saturday, Aug. 17, starting at 6:30 p.m. This local solo artist performs original pop music. Admission to the show is free. The brewery is located at 241 S. Broadway, Orcutt. Call (805) 934-3777 or visit rooneysirishpub.net to find out more. —Caleb Wiseblood for a special afternoon with vocalist Judy Philbin. Joining Judy are Brett Mitchell on piano and Ken Hustad on bass. Aug. 11, 4 p.m. Donations appreciated. 805-5435451. fpcslo.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

THE ORIGINAL WAILERS The Original Wailers will be live in downtown SLO. Aug. 15, 7-11 p.m. $20. 8053295725. fremontslo.com/the-original-wailers. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. PATRELLA WITH MIXED INFLUENCE Join us on

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MUSIC MUSIC LISTINGS from page 84

DJ VEGA: OLD SCHOOL AND PARTY MIX

Luna Red’s iconic patio as Petrella, The First Lady of Country Soul, and her band “Mixed Influence” play their blend of R&B, blues, and country with a rock edge. Aug. 8, 8-10 p.m. 805-540-5243. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.

HULA DANCING Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. 805-5986772. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

Saturdays, 9 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe, 805-219-0977.

LINE DANCING Mondays, 6:30-9 p.m. $5. 805-310-

PETRELLA: FIRST LADY OF COUNTRY SOUL

1827. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

Enjoy the country soul sounds of Petrella and Mixed Influence. Aug. 8, 8-10 p.m. No charge. 805-5405243. countrysoultrain.com. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.

NIGHTLIFE AT RANCHO BOWL Enjoy DJ’s 6

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES IRENE CATHAWAY Songwriters At Play kicks off a new showcase, featuring L.A.-based vocalist Irene Cathaway, accompanied by guitarist Dorian Michael. Aug. 10, 1-3:30 p.m. Free; tips accepted. 805-5488518. songwritersatplay.com. Monterey St. Market, 1234 Monterey Street, #120, San Luis Obispo.

WEYES BLOOD LIVE For ages 18 and over. Aug.

10, 8 p.m. $16. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, 209-417-7748.

nights a week in the Rancho Bar and Lounge. For ages 21-and-over. Tuesdays-Sundays, 9 p.m. Free. 805-925-2405. ranchobowl.com/nightlife. Rancho Bowl, 128 E Donovan Rd., Santa Maria.

RANDY LATIN PARTY MIX Fridays, 9:30 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe, 805-2190977.

KARAOKE/OPEN MIC S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y

KARAOKE AT SOLVANG BREW Thursdays Free. Solvang Brewing Company, 1547 Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-2337.

DJ/DANCE S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y

KRAZY COUNTRY HONKY-TONK THURSDAY

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT SOLVANG BREW Wednesdays Free. Solvang Brewing Company, 1547 Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-2337.

Thursdays, 6 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org.

L O M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G

THIRSTY THURSDAYS WITH DJ VEGA Playing today’s and yesterday’s hits. No cover charge. Bring your dancing shoes. Thursdays, 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Free. 805-478-3980. DJ’s Saloon, 724 E Ocean Ave., Lompoc.

S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

805 NIGHTS For ages 21-and-over only. Come enjoy dancing to your favorite music videos. Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free. 805-219-0977. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe.

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KARAOKE WITH DJ RANDY Fridays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe, 805219-0977.

KARAOKE WITH DJ RICARDO Thursdays, 9-11:30 p.m. spotoneventservices.com. Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777. KARAOKE WITH YSABEL Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe, 805-2190977.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT KARAOKE Guests are welcome to take the stage and sing. Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 805-863-8292. Louie B’s, 213 E. Main St., Santa Maria. m

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Woodstock 50 Years Later with Tiny Porch Conce s FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 Five Threads Brewing Company

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An Evening Under the Estrella Sky Winemaker’s Dinner SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 Harley Farms

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Planet Lucha SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 Lompoc Veteran’s Memorial Hall

Shell Beach Showcase SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 Point San Luis Lighthouse

Brews & Bites Beer and Food Festival SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 Sunshine Bo le Works

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Sculptor, painter, and etcher Angie Whitson will be appearing at Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery as part of the venue’s Summer Art Series on Wednesday, Aug. 21, during a champagne reception from 2 to 6 p.m. Whitson’s work will remain on display at the gallery through Sunday, Sept. 15. Whitson began her career as a painter while studying at the Pasadena Museum of Art (now known as the Norton Simon Museum). It was there that she also became interested in sculpture. Over the years, Whitson has created bronze busts of Leonard Goldenson, Bob Barker, Mike Wallace, Leonard Goldberg, Ernie Kovacs, and others for various studios and museums. The artist is registered permanently with the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C., for her archival work on installed bronzes in the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery is located at 1693 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. Call (805) 686-2322 or visit solvangantiques.com for more info.

Valley Art Gallery presents Passages

IMAGE COURTESY OF HEIDI GRUETZEMACHER

Passages, a new art exhibition at Valley Art Gallery in Orcutt, opened on Friday, Aug. 2, and will run through Saturday, Sept. 28. The show features works by local artist Heidi Gruetzemacher and is open to the public during regular hours: Tuesday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The gallery is located at 125 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt. Call (805) 937-2278 or visit valleygallery. org to find out more.

Santa Maria Library screens original Ocean’s Eleven The Santa Maria Public Library hosts a free screening of Ocean’s Eleven (1960) on Monday, Aug. 12, at 3 p.m. The film follows Danny Ocean (played by Frank Sinatra) as he gathers a group of his WWII compatriots to pull off an elaborate heist in Las Vegas. Together, the 11 collaborators plan to rob five casinos during the course of one night. Although no tickets are required, seating is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Freshly popped popcorn will also be served to guests free of charge. The library is located at 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. Call (805) 925-0994, Ext. 8562, for more info. m Arts Briefs is compiled by Arts Editor Caleb Wiseblood. Send information to cwiseblood@santamariasun.com.

FREE FALLIN’: Los Olivos’ NatureTrack Film Festival is the only nature-focused film festival between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Among last year’s films was Natural Flow, featuring soccer freestyler Boston Fitzpatrick.

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Annual NatureTrack Film Festival gears up for third year in Los Olivos BY CALEB WISEBLOOD

THE GREAT OUTDOORS: NatureTrack Film Festival runners, including co-producer KC Murphy Thompson (left), connected with Black Diamond athlete Joe Grant (right) and other industry representatives at this year’s Outdoor Retailer Show in Denver, Colorado.

problem solve, engages empathy for the fragility of the habitats they encounter, and enhances listening skills among their peers and within themselves.” Cline, Eisaguirre, and fellow co-producer KC Murphy Thompson recently returned from the annual Outdoor Retailer Show in Denver, Colorado, where they sought potential sponsorship from several outdoor-friendly brands. Most companies were keen on learning more about the film festival and recognized its alignment to NatureTrack’s mission. “All of these people realize the value of introducing young people to outdoor experiences. As kids log more screen time indoors, their ‘green time’ outdoors declines,” Murphy Thompson said in a press release. “All of these people realize the value of introducing young people to outdoor experiences. As kids log more screen time indoors, their ‘green time’ outdoors declines,” Murphy Thompson said in the release. She went on to say that outdoor companies are eager to help get kids outside, since they will be the ones buying gear for their adventures down the road. “And once hooked on the outdoors, kids’ natural curiosity takes over and they are eager to learn and enjoy what nature offers,” she added, “and, most importantly, motivated to protect it.” m

“This category was specifically created for films that feature individuals going out into nature ince 2011, the NatureTrack Foundation and putting it all on the line,” Cline said. “Skiing has hosted more than 20,000 cost-free down glaciers, mountain biking down incredibly outdoor activities and field trips for students steep and dangerous terrain, etc.—these athletes throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. are fueled by adrenaline, and Demand for the curriculumthere are very few who would coordinated program has be willing to take on the Lights, camera, action! increased every year with challenges that they are.” Long and short film submissions are being more and more teachers using Last year’s festival included accepted for consideration into the 2020 the foundation’s docent-led films made locally as well as NatureTrack Film Festival, scheduled to run excursions that align with from around the world. The Friday, March 20, through Sunday, March classroom instruction. 2019 event also hosted the 22. There is no fee to submit films before In 2017, the nonprofit hosted U.S. premiere of Netflix’s Saturday, Aug. 31. Starting Sunday, Sept. 1, a its inaugural NatureTrack Film fee of $10 will be required. The final deadline Our Planet, two weeks prior Festival in Los Olivos—the for all submissions is Monday, Sept. 30. Entry to its global release, and only nature-focused film applications and more details are available at a screening of the Oscarfestival between San Francisco filmfreeway.com/naturetrackfilmfestival. winning documentary Free and Los Angeles. NatureTrack Solo, which took home the founder Sue Eisaguirre sought award for Best in Festival to start the festival as an extension of the foundation, (Feature Film). bringing visions of the great outdoors indoors, so to In presenting quality films focused on nature, Arts Editor Caleb Wiseblood is thankful his speak, in order to inspire viewers to go out and seek the festival aims to influence students who are less office has windows. Reach him at cwiseblood@ their own adventures. inclined to go outside and take part in outdoor santamariasun.com. When Eisaguirre approached Festival co-producer activities, especially Holly Cline with the opportunity to help bring the those glued to their event to life, it was an offer she couldn’t refuse. phones or other devices. “As a lifelong nature lover, I fully support “In the modern world, NatureTrack’s mission to bring school-age kids are more often children out on the trail for an immersive isolating themselves experience,” Cline told the Sun. “And the idea within the bubble of of helping to start a ‘nature centric’ film festival, technology, moving which would support and enhance that vision, farther away from the was too good to pass up.” skills needed for faceSubmissions for next year’s film festival— to-face interaction and scheduled to run March 20 through 22—are now conversation,” Cline being accepted through Sept. 30. Applicants may said. “On the trail, submit films free of charge if received by Aug. 31 conversation and direct (each entry requires a $10 fee after that deadline). interaction are necessary. The festival is open to long and short films, Immediate tangible and competition awards will be given in eight experiences are tangible. categories: Adventure; Animation; Biography; “Exploring outdoors Conservation; Kids Connecting With Nature; allows children to use Scenic; Student; and a special designation called TESTING THE WATERS: Last year’s NatureTrack Film Festival hosted the U.S. premiere of Our their imaginations to Outdoors and Out of Bounds.

Planet, two weeks before the series’ release on Netflix.

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GALLERY IMAGES COURTESY OF MIKEL NACCARATO

WOOD FOR THE TREES: Local artist Mikel Naccarato’s latest show, which runs through Friday, Sept. 27, at Ameriprise Financial in Santa Maria, highlights some of his acrylic paintings on canvas and wood panels.

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Ameriprise Financial showcases abstracts and landscapes from local artist Mikel Naccarato BY CALEB WISEBLOOD

The event is open to the public, and guests will have the opportunity to meet Naccarato, who’ll be there to discuss his artistic process. Even with decades of experience under his belt, Naccarato still feels as if he is constantly growing as an artist, he explained. “I have studied artists from all genres, and I feel that I have been influenced by every one of them,” Naccarato said. “They’ve taught me the courage to keep going and growing and learning as an artist.” m

became surrogates for me,” Naccarato said of the first artists he discovered during those library field trips. ver the years, Central Coast artist Mikel From then on, Naccarato would continue Arts Editor Caleb Wiseblood never wants Naccarato has become well-known for diving to study art, going out on his own at age 17 to stop learning. Reach him at cwiseblood@ into various mediums, from enameled to attend Pasadena City santamariasun.com. jewelry to cold-cast College. He soon took on sculpture. But Naccarato’s his first arts job, teaching Support local art latest show, which runs Santa Maria Ameriprise Financial holds a arts and crafts classes at through Friday, Sept. 27, reception for featured artist Mikel Naccarato on the Boys and Girls Club at Ameriprise Financial in Thursday, Aug. 15, from 4 to 6 p.m. The event of Pasadena. Santa Maria, spotlights his is free and open to the public. Naccarato’s art “While there, I opened acrylic paintings. The exhibit is currently on display at the office, located a cabinet and found a kiln ranges from abstracted at 2605 S. Miller St., Santa Maria, and will and enameling supplies. landscapes and seascapes to remain up through Friday, Sept. 27. Visit Together, the children pure abstracts. mikelnaccarato.com to view Naccarato’s work and I learned how to fire “My aim is to blend the and for more info on the artist. enamel powders onto majesty of nature with the copper,” he said. “Little wonder of imagination,” did I know at the time, I was beginning my life Naccarato said of his paintings, usually defined career as a craftsperson and artist.” by his trademark use of vibrant colors, either on After receiving his A.A. degree in 1975, canvas or wood panels. Naccarato transferred to UCSB where he Although chiefly influenced by Richter, continued to study fine art, collaborating Diebenkorn, and other contemporary abstract with several renowned Santa Barbara artists artists, Naccarato finds traces of inspiration from nearly every artist he’s ever studied, spanning back along the way, including Louis Taylor, Richard Phipps, and Marcia Burtt. Soon after, to childhood, he explained. Naccarato became a member of the Santa “I knew that I wanted to be an artist by second Barbara Arts and Craft Show, allowing him grade,” he said. “On weekly trips to the library, I discovered art and the paintings of famous artists. to sell his art every Sunday on the Cabrillo Boulevard sidewalk, just outside Stearns Art was a refuge for me as I was growing up. “It took my mind off the fact that I was lonely and Wharf, over the next three decades. The artist made a living specializing in steel didn’t know my own father,” said Naccarato, whose and glass wall art, as well as the acrylic paintings parents separated when he was only a toddler. guests can see at his latest show. The exhibit is After the separation, his father left the U.S. to one of a continuing series of shows curated by return to his home country, Italy. Naccarato was Ameriprise Financial advisor Terry Dworaczyk later placed in a county facility after his mother to help support local art and artists. To celebrate DANCER IN THE DARK: Along with abstracted landscapes was deemed unable to take care of him. Naccarato’s work, an artist reception will take and seascapes, Naccarato’s Ameriprise exhibit also features “Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci were place on Thursday, Aug. 15, from 4 to 6 p.m. pure abstracts. Italian, as I am, and I think that, in a way, they

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