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Gaea Powell will run for county clerkrecorder despite election fraud case

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ormer Arroyo Grande mayoral candidate Gaea Powell will juggle the court responsibilities of representing herself in an election fraud case with a 2026 campaign to run for San Luis Obispo County clerk-recorder.

“I ran for mayor of Arroyo Grande because I refused to sit quietly while government overreach, corruption, and anti-American policies crept deeper into our communities and schools,” Powell said. “Once charges were unjustly filed against me in another attempt to silence my voice, I realized running for clerk-recorder was imperative, as this role is essential to restore honesty, accountability, and transparency to the election processes.”

The SLO County District Attorney’s Office charged Powell for reportedly filing false nomination papers for her candidacy and voting fraudulently during her 2022 and 2024 campaigns for Arroyo Grande mayor. She also allegedly committed the misdemeanor of failing to provide written notification within 48 hours to the secretary of state, the local filing officer, and each of her fellow mayoral candidates of receiving or expending $2,000 or more in a calendar year.

According to the county declaration about qualifications to run for the clerk-recorder post, a person can’t be eligible for election to any state or local office if they’re convicted of a felony involving accepting or giving, or offering to give, any bribe; embezzling public money; extortion or theft of public money; perjury; or conspiracy to commit any of those crimes. With two of the nine charges against Powell being perjury, she stands to be disqualified from the clerk-recorder race if convicted.

Assistant DA Eric Dobroth declined to respond to New Times’ questions because his office is prosecuting Powell.

Powell told New Times that she isn’t concerned about the possibility of conviction, adding that she trusts “fair” and “impartial” SLO Superior Court Judge Timothy Covello who presides over her case.

“Because I expect to be found not guilty, because I am. I believe the DA wanted to bury me under a pile of charges and irrelevant data to force a plea, remove me from public life, and use me as a political warning to others: ‘Stay quiet or we’ll come for you too,’” Powell said via email. “I will fight, I will expose, I will appeal if necessary—and I will win.”

Powell, the founder of Central Coast Thermography, will face incumbent Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano and N-Hance Wood Refinishing owner Vanessa Rozo in the 2026 election for the post.

“I like Vanessa. She told me God called her to run, and I believe she’s well-intentioned, but I do

Morro Bay approves new plan to tackle seagull ‘menace’

The long-running tug-of-war between Bayshore Village residents and the Western gulls that flock to their rooftops returned to the Morro Bay City Council on Dec. 9.

“The existence of gulls at Bayshore Village has become so numerous or destructive as to constitute a menace and danger to the public health, safety, or property,” staff wrote in a report recommending an exemption from the Morro Bay Municipal Code.

Council approved a new five-year exemption allowing the Bayshore Village Home Owners Association (HOA) to remove nests, haze gulls, and addle eggs, actions typically prohibited under city law.

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NEW ROLE Alongside working on representing herself in the court case where she faces charges of election fraud from the DA’s Office, former Arroyo Grande mayoral candidate Gaea Powell will also run for SLO County clerk-recorder next year.

not have confidence she is prepared for a job of this magnitude, particularly at this time in our history,” Powell said. “It requires someone who understands political systems, who recognizes government overreach when they see it, and who will not be intimidated by bureaucrats, prosecutors, or anyone for that matter.”

Rozo responded saying the Clerk-Recorder’s Office isn’t a political office but a strictly administrative and legal function that shouldn’t be “infected” by political bias.

“The steel required here is the steel of nonpartisanship and legal objectivity. My focus is not on ‘recognizing government overreach,’ but on ensuring government compliance with the California Elections Code and the Public Records Act,” Rozo told New Times via email. “I offer voters decades of private-sector management and legal expertise—a background that proves I am accountable to the law and the taxpayer, not to political systems or partisan groups.

“I am not running to dismantle government; I

continuing the contract to address gull nesting,” Morro Bay Mayor Carla Wixom told New Times in an email.

For Bayshore Village, the decision extends a longstanding management approach. The HOA received identical exemptions in 2010, 2015, and 2020, and the most recent authorization was set to expire at the end of December.

According to the staff report, residents continue to struggle with gulls choosing rooftops as nesting sites, where accumulated guano can damage shingles and create sanitation concerns. These problems have persisted for more than two decades, despite ongoing mitigation efforts.

The newly approved resolution allows the HOA to continue using non-lethal deterrents aimed at discouraging gulls from settling on buildings.

am running to manage it with maximum integrity, competence, and impartiality,” she said.

Powell said she trusts many of the clerk-recorder’s core services, like recordation, licensing, and gathering vital records. But according to her, Cano’s office lacks transparency, accountability, system management, and neutrality.

She pointed to a 2023 SLO County grand jury report that said the Clerk-Recorder’s Office didn’t have standard operating procedures—instructions that describe each step of the election process.

The grand jury said that an accidental omission of two candidate statements in some voter information guides and an error in the ballot wording of a school district measure prompted its report.

Cano told New Times that she’s since implemented formal standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure clarity, transparency, and accountability.

“These newly created SOPs were included in my official response to the grand jury’s findings and were formally filed with the Superior Court,” she said. “Since that time, staff has continued and will continue to improve, expand, and create documented procedures for each of the functions and tasks we perform.”

Powell also said that Cano forwarded complaints about her, former Paso Robles school board candidate Hunter Breese, and convicted former SLO County 3rd District candidate Michelle Morrow to the DA’s Office instead of referring them to the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPCC).

“Some may disagree with me on my stance that her actions meet the legal definition of ‘election interference,’ and her actions absolutely destroys trust in an unbiased investigatory process and discourages others from running for office,” she said. “My policy will be simple: No collaboration with prosecutors on political or candidate matters unless the law explicitly requires it. Cooperation, not collaboration.”

According to Cano, Powell’s claims about contacting the FPCC are incorrect. The commission enforces the Political Reform Act, not alleged violations of the Elections Code or citizen complaints about candidates.

“When complaints involve election administration or candidate filing issues, they are legally and appropriately handled by my office or referred to the district attorney or secretary of state,” Cano said. “Coordinating with the proper enforcement agency is both lawful and necessary to uphold public trust and protect the integrity of the election process in San Luis Obispo County.” ∆ —Bulbul Rajagopal

“The HOA does undertake gull harassment through use of whirly birds, spiders, spikes, bird wire, mylar tape, electrified tape, coiled wire, distress calls, and use of laser lights,” staff said.

When deterrents fail, the exemption also permits nest removal and egg addling, which involves coating eggs in oil to prevent development.

Staff noted that these activities require federal authorization.

The HOA secures Fish and Wildlife permits each year, allowing it to destroy nests and addle eggs under tightly regulated conditions. The new city resolution requires the HOA to continue submitting copies of these permits to the city to verify compliance.

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supportive of the managed approach.

“They are required to follow all Fish and Wildlife guidelines and submit documentation for any action taken,” she said, noting that Bayshore Village experienced “very minimal gull activity” over the past year.

New Times reached out to Fish and Wildlife but did not receive comment before press time.

Morro Bay Community Development Director Airlin Singewald said that without council approval, the HOA would have no legal means to respond to the nesting birds.

“The municipal code prohibits anyone from harassing or destroying the nests or eggs of any wild birds … unless the City Council determines by resolution that the wild birds have become so numerous or destructive as to constitute a menace,” he said.

The Bayshore Village HOA did not respond to New Times’ requests for comment before press time.

The council approved the HOA’s renewed exemption through 2030.

—Chloë Hodge

Law enforcement testifies in hearing for Todd Pinion’s accused murderer

The San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office brought in a slew of law enforcement members to testify in the preliminary hearing of 21-year-old Tyler Grant Stevens, the Paso Robles resident accused of murdering 34-year-old Todd Pinion because he was gay.

On Dec. 10, seven witnesses—a mix of DA’s Office investigators and Atascadero Police Department officers and detectives— took to the stand in SLO Superior Court, providing details of the disappearance, discovery, and investigations into the killings of Pinion and his dog, Spock.

Pinion reportedly went missing on Oct. 23, 2024. The Atascadero Police Department discovered his body with stab wounds in a remote area near Tassajara Creek on Nov. 2, 2024. Police identified Stevens as a person of interest, who was booked into the county jail on homicide charges.

The DA’s Office charged Stevens in November 2024 with murder and cruelty to animals. The complaint included enhancements of using a deadly weapon and committing a hate crime.

Stevens’ prior felony convictions in 2022

of assaulting an officer with a deadly weapon and evading an officer with willful disregard could increase his prison sentence if he’s convicted of killing Pinion, according to California’s Three Strikes Law. Through questioning and crossexamination by Greg Devitt of the DA’s Office and Stevens’ attorney Matthew Kraut, law enforcement at the preliminary hearing revealed that Pinion, a frequent “couch surfer” was found dead after being driven around Atascadero in a maroon truck by Stevens.

His body was found with five stab wounds, with a lethal cut to his head, Atascadero Police Sgt. Christopher Hall said at the hearing.

“Pursuant to a search warrant, I collected a black Benchmade knife as well as a black bifold wallet that contained the defendant’s identification card as well as a Wells [Fargo] debit card,” Hall said of his investigation into Stevens.

He testified that he spent between 10 and 12 hours poring over video footage depicting Pinion and Stevens, especially video from an Atascadero Motel 6 and a residential complex called California Manor.

The footage showed Pinion and Stevens entering a maroon truck registered to Stevens’ father, Hall said. While Stevens could be seen driving the vehicle, the sergeant said he didn’t see anyone in the passenger seat even though the video didn’t show Pinion exiting the truck.

Law enforcement testimony also revealed that Pinion was queer, seen on social media, and was wearing items that resembled a fox, like a fox tail, in his last recorded moments. “[Pinion’s] friends said that the furry community was small in San Luis Obispo County and it was a tight-knit community and Todd himself identified as a fox and went

by Todd the Wizard Fox,” Hall said. “[His friend] said Todd was excited by completing his ‘fur-sona’ suit.”

Hall added that the furry community would sometimes meet for sexual activity.

A furry is a person with a strong interest in anthropomorphic animals, often wearing elaborate animal costumes and developing characters known as “fursonas”—a play on the word “persona.”

DA’s Office Investigator Bryce Lickness told prosecutor Devitt that Stevens confessed to the murder during the investigation.

“He said, ‘I killed him.’ That’s about it,” Lickness said. “I did ask him to elaborate, and he said he’s [Pinion’s] trying to do something to the effect of ‘gay stuff.’”

The investigator added that he read Stevens

his Miranda rights after he allegedly said he killed Pinion with a knife and that his body was located under a bridge.

In the days after Pinion’s death, his mother, Melody Pinion; family friend Kristi Myrick; and artist Jennifer Del Rio placed a memorial cross near Tassajara Creek bridge where his body was discovered. That cross went missing this November, The Tribune reported.

At the hearing, a group of Pinion’s and Spock’s loved ones wore rainbow heart stickers and colorful wristbands printed with “Justice for Todd” and his dog’s name on them.

Atascadero Police Sgt. Kellye Netz told the court that Pinion’s mother, sister, and acquaintances told her he was openly gay.

Law enforcement witnesses confirmed at the hearing that they found no derogatory emails, social media posts, or other documents that indicated Stevens was homophobic.

Netz added that she didn’t see Spock’s body. She heard from community members aware of the missing person and dog posts that Spock was repeatedly run over by vehicles. Spock’s body was found a quarter mile north of the Cuesta grade before it was disposed of by California Highway Patrol.

“It was really only just fur on the road at that point,” Netz said. “[Pinion’s friend] said that Todd never would have just left Spock out there, which is consistent with all his Facebook posts about how much he loved Spock. … If something happened to Spock, something happened to Todd.”

—Bulbul Rajagopal

Cambria CSD considers budget increase to renovate Veterans Hall

One of Cambria’s busiest community gathering places may receive a long-awaited facelift.

On Dec. 11, the Cambria Community Services District (CCSD) planned to review a proposed budget adjustment that would accelerate a package of upgrades to the Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, the Main Street venue that hosts everything from art shows and wine tastings to holiday ceremonies and local fundraisers.

The proposal would shift additional money into the district’s 2025-26 budget for improvements designed to refresh the hall and extend its life.

“The Veterans Hall serves as Cambria’s primary event space for visiting organizations, local arts and history events, and civic celebrations,” CCSD staff said in

the proposed adjustment. “Enhancing its appearance, safety, and accessibility ensures its continued appeal as a key visitor-serving venue in the region.”

Renovations have been “long-needed,” CCSD General Manager Matthew McElhenie told New Times in an email.

“Planned improvements include new flooring, fresh interior paint, upgraded windows, and potential enhancements to the kitchen area,” he said. “These updates are intended to restore the building’s usability and preserve this important community gathering space.”

To cover immediate improvements, staff are requesting an additional $70,000 in district funding. Of that amount, $60,000 comes from a San Luis Obispo County Tourism Business Improvement District local fund area grant awarded specifically for the project. The money supplements $50,000 already earmarked for the Vets Hall improvements in the current budget.

Combined, the funds would allow the district to move forward with the renovation.

According to district documents and the grant application, the estimated total project cost is $120,000.

“The overall project scope focuses on immediate improvements that enhance usability and community benefit, including the kitchen remodel, interior painting, floor renovation, and deck replacement,” staff noted.

One of the most significant upgrades is a full restoration of the hall’s hardwood flooring, budgeted at $45,000. The project would refinish approximately 4,500 square feet throughout the main hall, foyer, and stage.

Other improvements outlined in district materials include interior repainting using “historically sensitive colors,” replacement of kitchen appliances and plumbing fixtures, and replacing the existing deck.

Staff said that formal bids have not yet been secured. Current cost estimates are based on prevailing-wage calculations and assessments of materials and labor.

“Longer-term capital improvements, such as building foundation and roof work, are identified within the district’s capital improvement program and will be incorporated into future budgets,” staff added.

The Veterans Hall serves as a hub for art exhibitions, cultural events, fundraisers, weddings, and annual Veterans Day and Memorial Day ceremonies—uses that district staff said highlight the need to maintain the building as a full-service event facility. ∆ —Chloë Hodge

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As San Luis Coastal prepares for another round of budget cuts, music students and their parents wonder if athletics will be favored

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an Luis Obispo High School senior Mary Kate Fidopiastis was in the middle of recording pre-screen auditions for college music programs when the group chat on her phone glowed with an ominous text.

“My friends who are on leadership with me, attended the SLOIMBA [SLO Instrumental Music Boosters Association] meeting, and they were messaging about it,” she said of potential school district budget cuts. “Initially, it was 100 percent of budget for all of the arts. So, my initial reaction was I honestly just couldn’t believe it, like I felt cold, and I started to cry, and I was very, like irritable, and it was just knowing that none of the programs, like any of the music programs, could exist without this money.”

San Luis Coastal Unified School District must cut $5 million for the 2026-27 school year to address its structural deficits.

One of the many reductions proposed by the Superintendent’s Fiscal Sustainability Committee for next year is $150,000 from the musical instrument budget, which put the future of Fidopiastis’ high school music program and its counterparts in Avila, Edna Valley, north Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, Los Osos, and other SLO schools in jeopardy. The recommended budget reduction stands to impact 750 students in the district who are enrolled in music and choir programs.

Music students like Fidopiastis, who’s the head drum major of the SLO High marching band, and their parents are concerned that the budget cuts aren’t equitable.

“We understand that sacrifices have to be made, and it’s not fun to make budget cuts like this, but being placed in a second tier of importance to bring back is not something that we can afford,” Fidopiastis said.

Pushback on proposed budget cuts is not new for the district. Parents and teachers convinced the school district board earlier this year to save school counselors from staff reductions and to retain the Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program.

But the district is strapped for cash because of the end of pandemic-era funding, a state requirement to continue offering TK without any funding support for basic aid districts, escalating pension contributions,

increased day-to-day costs, and the loss of unitary tax revenue from Diablo Canyon Power Plant, which once brought in $10 million a year for the school district.

According to the district’s budget presentation on Nov. 18, the Fiscal Sustainability Committee comprising a mix of parents, principals, teachers, and representatives from three unions, placed all the recommended areas of reductions into three color-coded tiers—first to return, second to return, and last to return.

That means, if the district budget somehow recovers between January and June, the items in the “first to return” category would be reinstated first, followed by those in the second and then the last.

The $150,000 musical instrument budget fell into the “second to return” category, while $100,000 from the athletics budget and $60,000 in summer stipends for high school coaches are in the “first to return” bracket.

Fidopiastis and SLOIMBA President Kait Diringer plan on urging the school board to move the music budget up the ranks at the district’s Dec. 16 meeting when the board will vote on budget reduction recommendations.

“Without any money, we were looking at not even being able to buy parts for instruments that need repairs, like reeds and drumheads,” she said. “We have saxophones held together by hair ties.”

Through talks between SLOIMBA and Assistant Superintendent Ryan Pinkerton, who oversees business services, Diringer said the district has decided to keep $50,000 for music programs to clean and repair instruments and buy sheet music.

Diringer added she would also speak up at the December board meeting about further lessening the proposed reduction.

SLOIMBA augments the music education programs for SLO High and Laguna Middle schools beyond district funding. Through fundraisers and donations, the booster program pays for additional expenses for students, including instruments, uniforms, traveling costs for competitions, leadership opportunities, and scholarships.

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New Times’ request for comes with a price tag of comment. between $3,000 and $6,000, Pinkerton also pointed to arts funding with a bus serving 50 students costing through Proposition 28—the 2022 state around $2,000. initiative that requires schools with 500 “The competitions where students go to or more students to ensure that at least 80 are kind of equivalent to football students percent of arts and music funding must be playing Friday Night Lights,” she said. used to employ certificated or classified arts “[Favoring athletics over the arts] certainly and music instructors. has been a problem since I was in school For SLO High student Fidopiastis, who three decades ago. It’s a little disheartening to views her band as a supportive community, see that’s still the case.” the recommended budget cut sounds like a Pinkerton disagreed with the notion familiar story. that athletics are being favored over music “My aunt, she’s a choir director in programs and noted that no band or choir classes are proposed to be cut.

Connecticut, and she recently almost lost her “Will this mean the boosters have to job because of budget cuts,” the flautist said. fundraise more to keep the current levels, “As someone who’s going to go into a music maybe,” Pinkerton said via email. “Or the career in my future, it’s honestly pretty scary principal, teacher, and parents will have to to see all of these cuts being made, because prioritize expenditures through this difficult music … is not expendable. It’s something budgetary time the district is going through.” that needs to be taught because it brings The assistant superintendent added that people together.” ∆ athletics doesn’t make money for the district.

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MORE THAN MUSIC SLO High marching band head drum major Mary Kate Fidopiastis will graduate in June and said she cherishes her time with her bandmates, whom she considers a supportive community.

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Port San Luis Harbor District pauses a $3 million grant for an offshore wind study

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GRANT DELAYED Offshore wind development remains a hot topic in Avila Beach.

More than 100 residents filled the town’s community center on Dec. 2 as the Port San Luis Harbor District delayed a decision on accepting a $3 million state grant to study offshore wind infrastructure.

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n the morning of Dec. 2, people quickly filled the folding chairs at the Avila Beach Community Center.

Neighbors stood shoulder-to-shoulder along the walls. Some brought notebooks, others arrived with pamphlets, printouts, or posters.

Fourteen days earlier, the Port San Luis Harbor District Commission postponed discussion of a $3 million state grant after more than 80 people overflowed the boardroom. This time, at a larger venue, the turnout grew.

The grant—awarded through the California Energy Commission’s Offshore Wind Waterfront Facility Improvement Program—would fund planning and feasibility work for a potential offshore wind operations and maintenance terminal, should floating wind farms eventually be built off the Central Coast.

“The district applied for the grant in order to learn more about this opportunity,” Harbor Director Will Friedman told New Times. “It is not a commitment to move forward. It would give us resources to study feasibility, see what it would look like physically, what the impact might be, and what the benefit could be.”

Over the course of two hours, 52 of the nearly 100 community members took the microphone; 34 expressed support, 14 opposed the grant, and four offered alternative ideas, the Harbor Commission said.

Some attendees argued that even early planning could open the door to industrialization of the harbor. Several speakers warned that accepting the grant would signal support for transforming a small-scale recreational port into an industrialized one.

“People don’t want industrialized ports here. … That’s not what the Central Coast is for,” one community member said.

“As climate impacts intensify, it’s important that our region has responsibly explored opportunities for clean and renewable energy,” another said.

Harbor commissioners ultimately opted to defer accepting the grant, citing two ongoing county-led feasibility studies as a reason to wait. A county feasibility assessment approved in 2024 hasn’t yet been completed but will be released to the public once finished, commissioners explained.

Harbor Commission President Drew Brandy said the delay allows for a full review of the findings.

“We decided to go with the postponement so we could hear from the county of San Luis Obispo on what their studies will show to the public,” Brandy said.

Some local environmental organizations present at the meeting, including the SLO Climate Coalition, argued that delaying the grant slows progress at a critical time for climate and economic planning. Susan Callery, SLO Climate Coalition’s offshore wind coordinator, told New Times that research and planning are essential to preparing the region for a clean energy future.

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“Undermining alternative energy not only … We need a mix of renewables to be able hurts American workers and businesses, it to replace fossil fuels,” Callery said. “I’m a hands the future of clean energy to global grandmother of two, and I’m fighting for competitors like China. This is an ‘America their futures. A lot of us at SLO Climate Last’ policy approach.”

Coalition have kids, and we just want a The California Energy Commission said healthy planet for them.” that the grant awarded to Port San Luis Callery cited support from national stands independently from federal actions. environmental organizations such as the “The Waterfront Facility Improvement National Audubon Society, the Sierra Club, the Surfrider Foundation, the Ocean Conservancy, Program grants are state funded and not part of a federal program or use federal funding. and the National Wildlife Federation. She We acknowledge there are uncertainties based dismissed claims that offshore wind energy on current federal opposition,” the Energy threatens whales, pointing instead to climateCommission told New Times in an email. driven warming and toxic algal blooms as California’s offshore wind leases were the major causes of marine mortality. first deep-water offshore wind leases auctioned “There’s no evidence offshore wind kills in the Pacific region. The five leases—three off whales,” she said. “We do know that the Morro Bay and two off Humboldt County— warming of the ocean and what’s winding cover a combined total of 583 square miles and up in the ocean, like our carbon dioxide could host multiple floating wind farms. emission, are killing sea life.”

Because the Pacific waters off the Central Callery also highlighted the impending Coast are deep, floating turbines anchored closure of Diablo Canyon Power Plant, to the sea floor are required, along with the county’s largest employer and a key new infrastructure such as undersea cables, electricity source.

“Diablo will not last forever. Offshore wind offshore and onshore substations, and operations and maintenance facilities like could help fill that gap and bring long-term the one being discussed for Port San Luis. jobs. We need to know whether it’s viable, The proposed projects aim to contribute and that requires research,” she said. to state and federal renewable energy The discussion comes nearly a year goals. According to the California Energy after President Donald Trump issued a Commission, California plans to generate 25 memorandum temporarily withdrawing gigawatts of offshore wind power by 2045. the Outer Continental Shelf from offshore Whether Port San Luis is a viable site for wind leasing and ordering a pause on new or an operations and maintenance port remains renewed federal approvals for wind projects unknown. The pending grant could fund in January 2025.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management early research to answer that question.

The SLO Climate Coalition emphasized (BOEM) confirmed that the directive applies to California’s offshore wind leases, including that understanding feasibility, environmental constraints, and community concerns those off Morro Bay. before committing to According to BOEM, construction is critical. the memorandum “directs Callery stressed that agencies to temporarily hold Send any news offshore wind could on issuing new or renewed or story tips to complement existing approvals, rights of way, news@newtimesslo.com. renewable energy sources permits, leases, or loans and help the region prepare for offshore wind projects for an eventual transition pending a review of federal from fossil fuels. wind leasing and permitting practices, which “Even if it doesn’t happen immediately, applies to the five existing offshore wind leases it’s going to happen eventually,” she said. off the coast of California.”

“We know that energy demand is increasing.

The order doesn’t cancel existing leases but Offshore wind can be part of the solution freezes federal permitting until the review but we need to know whether it’s viable and concludes, creating a layer of uncertainty for environmentally responsible.” local planning and port infrastructure.

The Harbor District plans to reconsider the U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) said that the federal policy does not affect the $3 million California Energy Commission state-funded California Energy Commission grant once the county feasibility studies are released. Harbor commissioners have not yet grant under discussion at Port San Luis. scheduled their next meeting. ∆ “The Trump administration’s decision to kneecap offshore wind will hurt our Reach Staff Writer Chloë Hodge at chodge@ country’s energy sector and the thousands of jobs it supports,” Carbajal told New Times. newtimesslo.com.

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t’s never too early to start saving up for Not yet old enough to drive, the boys are college. For three San Luis Obispo High chaperoned by Han’s dad. He loads SLO School freshman, the daunting task is a Power’s pressure washer, foam cannon, drill little more fun when best friends and cars get brush, vacuum, carpet extractors, and steam them closer to their goal. cleaners onto his truck before driving the “We started with window cleaning to get power tools and his son and his two best our money, but we realized a lot of people friends to different clients’ locations. wanted their car cleaned. So, we got a lot of Green, Han, and Lewis learned how to use the tools by watching YouTube videos those people onto our schedule,” 14-year-old and by practicing detailing on their parents’ Tyler Green said. “We did it, sort of end-ofcars before becoming official. While the summer, start-of-schoolyear. We got all of extracurricular business is a way for the boys our stuff needed for car detailing with that to prepare for the future, the job carries a money.”

Green and his two best friends, 14-year-old somewhat relaxing component for them.

“I think that cleaning is sort of therapeutic Merrick Han and 15-year-old Noah Lewis, for me,” Green said. kicked off their high school careers this year He splits SLO Power’s revenue equally as the founders of SLO Power. with Lewis and Han, investing it for college It’s their car detailing business where the teenagers come to clients’ driveways to make tuition.

“I’ve been putting it into my college funds, their vehicles “clean and bright, done just right!” according to SLO Power’s 81 follower- and I also put it for spare change just so I know that I have money when I need it,” Han strong business on Instagram, said. @sanluisobispopower.

Han, who’s eyeing Berkeley, Stanford, and They normally work weekends from UCLA as his dream schools, told New Times 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and during school that working with SLO Power taught him to breaks like the recent Thanksgiving holiday. value clients.

Sometimes, the SLO Power trio also works “I’ve learned to treat clients like royalty,” after school, but only if they can balance it he said. “Even though a client is trying to with their other responsibilities. underpay you or something, if you just treat “Me and Merrick both do club soccer them kindly and just try your best on their and school soccer,” Green, a UC Berkeleycar, a lot of them end up paying you back by hopeful, said. “Then we’re doing AP classes tipping or sometimes they even want another like computer science, and we’re also in detail, which is a win.” different clubs for SLO High.”

Since September, SLO Power has served roughly 20 people. The boys tapped into Fast fact social media to spread the word, posting • Low-income seniors and veterans looking diligently on Nextdoor, Instagram, and to pay medical bills for their sick pets may TikTok @slo.power. find help from Care for Senior and Disabled Depending on the size of the car and how Animals (CSADA). It provides medical dirty it is, SLO Power typically charges $125 care and support, special prescription food, for interior detailing and procedures like MRIs and $75 for exterior work. Call lab work, shelter adoption (805) 748-0912 or email fees, and prosthetics for sanluisobispopower@gmail. pets. Interested participants Send business com to book their services. can have their veterinarian and nonprofit information to “With most detailers, you or local shelter contact strokes@newtimesslo.com. have to usually drive in to a CSADA at (831) 277-3800 to shop, but we come straight discuss pets’ medical needs. to your door, so you don’t CSADA will also directly have to waste any of your time going out of pay the vet clinic. A tax-deductible donation the way to drive 30 minutes to somewhere,” can be made to CSADA, P.O. Box 1024, Pismo Green said. “I think we’re more affordable Beach, CA 93448 or through its website than some other car detailers. Other car careforsenioranddisabledanimals.org. ∆ detailers can charge upward of $500 for very good detailing. Our services are on par with Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at other businesses.” brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.

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BY MAEVE HOLDEN

Music isn’t optional To SLCUSD Superintendent Prater and board members

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he San Luis Coastal Unified School District (SLCUSD) is navigating an incredibly difficult process right now, dealing with multimillion-dollar budget cuts. This situation is undoubtedly challenging, and tough choices need to be made. However, I am writing to strongly urge you to reconsider the proposed elimination of the entire music program budget line item of $150,000, which has been inadequately labeled as “Band and Musical Instrument/ repair.”

During a recent Music Boosters meeting, we learned the full scope of this proposed cut. It is a critical mischaracterization to present this as a minor or supplemental reduction of instrument purchase and repair. This single line item encompasses the entire operational budget allocated for music education across our district. While the funding does cover essential instrument repair—which is vital for any functional music program—it also supports numerous other critical functions: • reeds to play the instruments with • busing and transportation • new music and copies • renting out a venue (PAC) that has enough seats for the parents • mallets, sticks, strings, bows • uniforms

This is akin to having PE with no rackets or balls or hoops—but not quite. You cannot play the flute without a functioning flute.

And about instrument repair: It is rare that a student is able to afford to buy their own $1,800 tuba in our district. Forty-yearold instruments do need repairing and maintenance. Our music and choir teachers do as much as they can, but some repairs need specialists. This budget cut, if passed, will gut the program and strand the students, not just reduce the ability to fix instruments, buy supplies, or get busing. This will have a devastating impact on student access to what is the only remaining fine arts program at Los Osos Middle School, a program which 1 in 3 students have been a part of, and nearly all—above 95 percent—say it is their favorite class. I believe the other schools have much the same experience as Los Osos and Morro Bay High School.

It was proposed to use Proposition 28 funds for these supports—however, this is illegal. Proposition 28 is meant to supplement arts programs, not supplant them, using this money for supports violates the funding’s 80/20 salary/other items ratio. Parents at Boosters are skeptical this is a temporary cut, as the district has never replaced elementary music when it said it would. Now, it will fade in middle school.

We have multiple Title I schools in our district. Basing a core curriculum item on a student’s ability to afford an instrument or supplies risks violating educational equity principles and could jeopardize

There is higher student engagement, better Title I compliance. Federal and state laws attendance, and fewer disciplinary issues. emphasize equitable access to education for Students engaged in the arts are more likely all students, especially in Title I schools that serve high populations of students from low- to earn a high school diploma and attend a more competitive college. The arts encourage income families. “out-of-the-box” thinking and problemWe are reaching out to as many people solving, build confidence and self-expression, as we can and making a lot of noise. I and performances build self-esteem. Band personally will be missing my son’s band and choir require students to work together, concert on Dec. 16 to come to the board communicate, and respect differing parts meeting to make a stand. Booster members that are played. And learning an instrument, are contacting SLCUSD board members memorizing lines for choir, or mastering and trying to reach as many influential a new fingering or range teaches patience, community members—many who were discipline, and long-term goal setting. in band—as possible. I ask: Who is going Cutting music supports will help facilitate to play at the pep rallies? Games? On what absenteeism, lower grades, lower test scores, instruments will they be playing if this and create less well-rounded students. money gets cut? Music and arts are core We believe the community will stand curriculum—not extracurricular, like sports, behind us, and we believe that the district which has a much bigger budget. Unlike cannot keep cutting arts and expecting sports, every student plays. Every student is better results. We will on the “team.” be there to fight for our By the way, in the kids, our schools, and our country’s best schools, programs. the arts (band, choir, fine Send us your If the district were to art) are considered highly views and opinion to make it clear that the important. They are viewed letters@newtimesslo.com. funding will stand, that not as expendable “extras,” would be great. However, but as integral to a wellparents will still be at the rounded education that meeting, missing the big concert, because enhances academic achievement, fosters if we don’t speak up now, there will be no life skills, and prepares students. They correlate to academic success and higher concert next year—there will be no money to test scores—students who take four years rent a venue big enough. of arts and music classes score significantly And that is sad. ∆ higher on the SAT than those with less arts coursework. Music and arts involvement Maeve Holden is a Music Boosters parent is associated with gains in math, reading, who writes to New Times from Los Osos. cognitive ability, critical thinking, and verbal Write a response for publication by emailing skills—all things our students need! it to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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LETTERS Diablo’s once-through cooling has got to go

Thank you for publishing the opinion piece “California needs its agencies to do their jobs” (Nov. 27).

Ms. Stegman points out that one of the responsibilities of the California Coastal Commission is to provide for strong marine habitat mitigation of the damage caused

by Diablo Canyon’s once-through cooling system. Because Diablo Canyon sucks in up to 2.5 billion gallons of ocean water daily and then dumps it back out into the Pacific heated up 20 degrees, the Coastal Commission has identified Diablo as “California’s largest marine predator.”

Effective mitigation of the extensive harm to life in coastal waters will not be achieved by conserving land or by providing more trails for hikers—measures under consideration by the Coastal Commission.

Replacing once-through cooling technology by cooling towers is the only way to protect the life forms along our coastline.

Jane Swanson San Luis Obispo Mothers for Peace

Diablo cannot be decommissioned

I would like to rebut the letter by Julie Mansfield-Wells stating “Diablo must be decommissioned” (Dec. 4).

It was slated to be decommissioned years ago and was ramping down when wiser heads prevailed, realizing there was no substitute for the loss of the power it generated. The

operational cost becomes insignificant considering this.

As far as replacing it with a “truly clean” power source, she fails to mention what that is because it doesn’t exist. We can import power from other states, but that makes us beholden to their rates and the fragility of the greatly outdated power grid.

Solar and wind are intermittent and cannot be ramped up in times of need, unlike nuclear. The now decommisioned Morro Bay power plant could do that, but it too is now done. Replacing it with a battery storage facility became a no after what happened in Monterey.

“Toxic waste” is a misnomer. It can be reprocessed and reused. Why that is not now happening is, I believe, a matter of cost.

Diablo’s current waste is now stored in a

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quake-proof structure and is so high up from the ocean that no tsunami could ever touch it. If one does, we have more to worry about than Diablo.

We need the power more than we need

the 12,000 acres of land for “tribal and public use.” If there was a reasonable substitute, I believe it would already be in use.

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’m not sure what’s worse: someone who’s currently being tried for election fraud announcing a run for office or hiring the person you’re hoping will win the election to replace you.

Actually, I’m sure that one is actually worse. But both stink.

We’ll go with first the worst.

Twice failed mayoral candidate currently charged with defrauding voters Gaea Powell seems to put herself in positions to get a lot of ink!

At this point, I think we can all agree that her cylinders don’t fire like the rest of us.

The elevator doesn’t go all the way to the top.

She’s a few cards short of a full deck, a few fries short of a Happy Meal, has some bats in the belfry, is cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs, if you know what I mean?

Her latest shenanigan is a WTF moment, and her life is full of WTF moments: She’s played porn as part of a slideshow during a San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors meeting, screamed at the Arroyo Grande City Council for violating her “First Amendment rights,” walked into the Arroyo Grande High School library to inspect it for “sexually explicit” material, and continues to claim that she worked as Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s chief of staff.

I’ve found no evidence of that level of political power in all my deep dives on this lady. Yes, I’ve dedicated some time to the ol’

Gaea Powell rabbit hole. Don’t judge me!

The closest thing I could find was that Powell was his executive assistant when Scharzenegger filmed Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines. Close, amirite?

What’s the harm in a little truthstretching? And arguably truth-stretching is what got her into the mess she’s in right now, defending herself in court against election fraud counts filed by the county District Attorney’s Office. She’s accused of fraudulently voting and filing for candidacy in two different cycles, 2022 and 2024, as well as not taking care of her election finances correctly.

Even though she doesn’t understand the legal system, which is so clear from her court hearings, she’s insisted on defending herself without a bona fide attorney. The judge was flabbergasted. How very Ted Bundy of her.

And now, this lady is running for county Clerk-Recorder. She wants to be in charge of elections, because she’s mad at current Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano for doing her job—you know, referring information and complaints about election fraud to the district attorney. How dare she?

The charges against her are political, Powell insists, designed to “silence her voice.”

Well, I wish that had worked! Clearly, it hasn’t

as his replacement. That’s a bad look for both silenced shit, because this lady is still talking Gibson and Jim Dantona, who definitely has and taking up space in the paper.

“I believe the DA wanted to bury me under an opponent in the race to take Gibson’s place.

Say what you want about nepotism—which a pile of charges and irrelevant data to force a is what Dantona’s opponent, Michael Erin plea, remove me from public life, and use me Woody, was initially complaining about. Woody as a political warning to others,” Powell said.

That’s so weird. Why would Christian went hard against Gibson’s old legislative aide, conservative legal beagle Dan Dow—who now Gibson’s wife, moving into the vacant has been so public about his beliefs on things position for the remainder of his term. Not one like trans issues, which fall along the same mention of the person he’s running against lines as Powell’s—want to silence her voice? sharing the position with Gibson’s wife.

Well, she told New Times that she believes But then, voila! A second statement he’s a secret liberal. And I cackled until I followed, as if Woody suddenly became started crying. aware that he was running against Dantona!

Why isn’t she running for district attorney Maybe Dantona needed a job after quitting if she hates Dow for doing his job, too? the SLO Chamber of Commerce? Moving She’s obviously not qualified, however, she into the outer office of the larger office he believes she can do Cano’s job because she hopes to occupy by this time next year is not knows “government overreach” when she the way, man. sees it. Just look at her! On trial for election I get that legislative aides go on to run fraud because of government overreach, a for office. It happens all the time. Just look super-de-duper secret liberal, and political at Santa Barbara County—one-time retribution—not because of her own actions.

4th District Supervisor Peter Adam’s Is that narcissism I hear? Is it a lack longtime legislative aide became the heir of accountability? Is it a familiar refrain apparent and is now the current supervisor in politics today? Is it a page out of our while 5th District Supervisor Steve president’s book? Sure sounds like it.

Lavagnino’s longtime legislative aide is But onto second best—I aiming to do the same. mean second worst.

But announcing a run for Dan Dow’s secret favorite office and then getting hired supervisor, progressive Send us your as that office’s legislative views and opinion to 2nd District SLO County aide is a little backwards. letters@newtimesslo.com.

Supervisor Bruce Gibson, Just like this political time has replaced his outgoing we’re living in. ∆ legislative aide with his old legislative aide (who also happens to be his The Shredder thinks it’s the worst. Send good wife) along with the person Gibson’s endorsed news to shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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SOLSTICE RITUALS

Set powerful intentions for the new year during the Winter Solstice Rituals for Renewal at 9th Limb Yoga in Morro Bay on Sunday, Dec. 21, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Use the time of endings and beginnings and experience a group meditation around the sacred fire and perform a ceremony of recapitulation and intention forming. Tickets are $48.98, and additional information can be found at my805tix.com.

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ARTS NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY Listen to music while enjoying an afternoon of creativity, sipping, and mingling. The party includes a complimentary glass of wine and canvas with materials. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $55.

(805) 394-5560. coastalwineandpaint. com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria.

COSTA GALLERY SHOWCASES Features works by Ellen Jewett as well as 20 other local artists, and artists from southern and northern California. ThursdaysSaturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. (559) 799-9632. costagallery. com. Costa Gallery, 2087 10th St., Los Osos.

FOREVER STOKED PAINT PARTY Join us at the gallery, for a few hours to travel on a creative paint journey. You will receive as much or as little instruction as you prefer. No artistic experience is necessary. Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. $45. (805) 772-9095. foreverstoked.com. Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS CAROL ASTAIRE: OIL PAINTING See luminous ocean paintings

by Carol Astaire inspired by many years exploring California’s coast by kayak and on foot. Gallery is open daily. Through Dec. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 7721068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS JEFF ODELL: OIL PAINTING Morro Bay plein air artist Jeff Odell

captures 30 years of coastal beauty with lush, textured oils. Gallery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Through Dec. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS SANDRA LISI: BLOCK PRINTING & SMALL WORKS See hand-carved woodblock and linocut prints on display, featuring illustrations of the Central Coast with bold colors and beautiful compositions. Gallery is open daily. Through Dec. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

(805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. SUCCULENT CHRISTMAS TREE WORKSHOP Create a living succulent Christmas tree with our expert team! All materials are included and no experience needed at this festive, friend-friendly workshop. Space is limited, so register early. Dec. 13, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $65. (805) 927-4747. cambrianursery.com/events/.

Cambria Nursery and Florist, 2801 Eton Rd., Cambria.

YOU’RE INVITED! GALLERY RECEPTION AND ATRIUM PARTY FOR ARTISTS JEFF ODELL, CAROL ASTAIRE, AND SANDRA LISI You’re invited to join us for snacks, art, and conversation! Meet our artists showcasing oil paintings, landscapes, seascapes and hand-carved block prints. Dec. 13, 3-5 p.m. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

3 ARTISTS RETROSPECTIVE REVEAL Susan Lyon, Maryanne Nucci, and Kathy Madonna invite you to visit their Retrospective Show including original

photographs, charcoals, watercolors, etchings, linocuts, and mono prints.

Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. (805) 440-7152. cottontailcreek.com/susanart. Pocket Gallery on Pine, 8491/2 13th Street, Paso Robles.

ARTFUL HOLIDAYS AND 2026 DECOR Everything you need to give the gift of art to those you love, decorate for the Holidays, and enhance your home for years to come! Through Feb. 28, 2026, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. (805) 286-4430. parkstreetgallery.com. Park Street Gallery, 1320 Park St., Paso Robles.

DAILY POTTERY Walk in, pick your pottery project, and paint away.

Something for all ages. Prices vary depending on what you choose and includes; paint, glaze, firing, and studio time. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Varies. (805) 400-9107. artsocial805. com. ArtSocial 805 Creative Campus, 631 Spring St., Paso Robles.

DATE NIGHT Couples or friends, bring a bottle of wine and enjoy a creative night out. Have fun and get messy as the venue walks you through the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel.

Fridays, 6-8 p.m. $144. (805) 203-0335. thepotteryatascadero.com/datenight.

The Pottery, 5800 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

DEPRISE BRESCIA ART GALLERY: ONGOING DISPLAYS Features a large selection of encaustic art, sculpted paintings, art installations, acrylic palette knife paintings, digital art, glass, jewelry, stones, fossils, and a butterfly sculpture garden. ongoing DepriseBrescia.com.

Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles, (310) 621-7543.

FIELDWORK WORKSHOP - OPEN STUDIO Join us every Tuesday for

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 Angie Stevens directly at astevens@newtimesslo.com.

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our community workshop! Bring your creative projects, meet fellow makers, and get inspired. No pressure, just creativity, good vibes, and snacks.

Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. $15. fieldworkart. org. Fieldwork, 4307 El Camino Real, Atascadero, (971) 645-2481.

our Third Saturday Event. Partake in our COLORbar while sipping on wine, which will be available with a $10 donation.

Dec. 20, 6-9 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/thirdsaturday-4/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

HANDCRAFTED FOR THE HOLIDAYS Handcrafted for the Holidays is back! This annual showcase celebrates talented craftspeople and their one-of-a-kind creations. Something for everyone, no matter your taste or budget! Through Dec. 28-4 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/ handcrafted-for-the-holidays-11/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

WEARABLE WONDERS - SILVER JEWELRY WORKSHOP In this hands-on beginner workshop, you’ll learn how to create your own custom pendant using real silver—no experience required. Dec. 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $100. (805) 238-9800. bradgolden.com. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St, Paso Robles.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENT WORKSHOP Create three ornaments using a variety of pre-cut glass shapes and speciality glass bits. After firing, a bale will be glued to the back. Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $65.

(805) 464-2633. glassheadstudio.com.

Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero.

INTERMEDIATE SILVERSMITHING: ORNATE STONE SETTING Learn to bezel set larger cabochon stones with ornate borders and components to make a larger ring. All tools will be provided, must take my other workshops. Dec. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $200. (805) 464-2564.

Golden State Goods, 5880 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINTING WORKSHOP Discover the timeless art of linoleum block printing in this fun, beginner-friendly class with instructor Brad Golden. Supplies are included. Dec. 12, 6-8:30 p.m. $100. bradgolden.com.

Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-9800.

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WINE COUNTRY THEATRE PRESENTS IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Wine Country Theatre in Paso Robles invites audiences to step back in time and experience the beloved Christmas classic, It’s a Wonderful Life. Fridays-Sundays, 7-9 p.m. through Dec. 13 Plymouth Congregational Church Hall, 1301 Oak St., Paso Robles.

WRITERS WANTED Novelists, screenwriters, poets , and short story writers welcome. This group meets in Atascadero twice a month, on Thursday nights (email jeffisretired@yahoo.com for specifics). Hone your skills for publication and/or personal development. Third Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m.

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ACTOR’S EDGE: ACTING CLASSES Actor’s Edge offers film and television acting training in San Luis Obispo, plus exposure to Los Angeles talent agents.

All ages and skill levels welcome. Classes available in SLO, LA, and on zoom. ongoing $210 per month. actorsedge. com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Bring the whole family to see the hilarious chaos when the Herdman children take over the annual church Christmas pageant. Dec. 19, 7 p.m., Dec. 20, 2 & 7 p.m. and Dec. 21, 6 p.m. $12.56. my805tix.com. Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 Fredericks Street, San Luis Obispo.

CENTRAL COAST COMEDY THEATER IMPROV COMEDY SHOW An ongoing improv comedy program featuring the CCCT’s Ensemble. Grab some food at the public market’s wonderful eateries and enjoy the show upstairs. Second Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. $10. centralcoastcomedytheater.com/shows/.

SLO Public Market, 120 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo.

CHICANOS AT CAL POLY: WHO WE ARE AND HOW WE SHOW UP This exhibition honors the history of Chicane students at Cal Poly, focusing on their expressions of cultural identity while recognizing the challenges of placemaking. MondaysFridays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. through Dec. 12 Free. (805) 756-2305. library.calpoly.edu/ events/chicanos-cal-poly. Cal Poly, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CLAY BABY HANDPRINTS Offers a unique experience of pressing your baby’s hand/ foot into clay so parents can cherish this time forever. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays $55. anamcre.com/babyhandprints. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

FAMILY FRIENDLY WORKSHOP: LARGE PLATTER CLASS Fun for all ages. Instructors will guide you in creating large platters and decorating them. Create pieces together for your home. Saturdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $50. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE DOCENT TOURS Gain a deeper understanding of the artwork on view with SLOMA’s new docent tours.

Every Saturday, join trained guides for interactive and engaging tours of SLOMA’s current exhibitions. Saturdays, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. (805) 543-8562. sloma. org/visit/tours/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

IMPROV EXTRAVAGANZA! Join us at The Bunker SLO for a whirlwind of wit, chaos, and unscripted brilliance at Improv Extravaganza—the ultimate showcase of local improv talent! Dec. 18, 6-8 p.m. $10. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

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IMPROV SHOW AT THE BUNKER Celebrate the season with a night of unscripted cheer! Join all your favorite improvisers as they create hilarious, heartwarming, and completely made-up fun. Dec. 20, 6-8 p.m. $10. my805tix.com.

The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

DECEMBER 11 - DECEMBER 21, 2025 stepup. Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St., San Luis Obispo.

WHITNEY PINTELLO: SOLO SHOW On display now through mid-April. ongoing slogallery.com/. SLO Gallery, 1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

MOBILE CLAY CLASSES Offering handbuilding, throwing, and ceramic decorative arts. All ages and abilities are welcome. Call for more info. ongoing (805) 835-5893. hmcruceceramics.com/book-online.

SLO County, Various locations countywide, San Luis Obispo.

THE NUTCRACKER Civic Ballet presents its 48th season of Lorilee Silvaggio’s The Nutcracker. Don’t miss this holiday tradition, performed live with OperaSLO’s Grande Orchestra. Dec. 12, 7 p.m., Dec. 13, 2 & 7 p.m. and Dec. 14, 2 p.m. $32-$84.

(805) 544-1230. Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo.

DATA-TRANSFER SHORT INDIE FILM PREMIERE Puffers of Pismo is hosting premiere for “data-transfer”, an indie short film by SLO cast and crew that explores love in the year 2100. Dec. 17, 7-9 p.m. Free. (805) 270-9221. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach, puffersofpismo.com.

PAINT A PREMADE POTTERY PIECE! Drop into the studio to pick out and paint a premade piece! There is fun for all ages, and prices are based upon size. Mondays, Wednesdays-Saturdays, 2-7:30 p.m. $30$75. app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule. php?owner=22676824&appointmentTy pe=35974477. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

AN IRISH CHRISTMAS An Irish Christmas brings dazzling dance, beloved carols, and pure holiday joy—featuring stars from Riverdance and seen nationwide on PBS. Be Irish this Christmas! Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 20, 2 p.m. $32-$60, Premium $70. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/ shows/an-irish-christmas/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

SLO COMEDY UNDERGROUND OPEN MIC NIGHT Enjoy a night of laughs provided by the local SLO Comedy Community. It’s open mic night, so anyone can perform and “you never know what you’ll see.” Tuesdays, 8 p.m. Free.

Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337, libertinebrewing.com.

STEPPIN’ UP TO THE MIC: CONTRA DANCE CALLING WORKSHOP SERIES Learn to lead contra dances from the best callers across California. Year-long workshop series for new and aspiring contra dance callers, with opportunities to call. Dec. 13, 1-3 p.m. $120. cccds.org/

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a Twelve Step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is hybrid (both in person and on Zoom). For information, call 805-900-5237. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. thecambriaconnection.org/.

Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria, (805) 927-1654.

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AGHS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: ALICE BY HEART Alice by Heart is a touching musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Dec. 11, 7-8:30 p.m., Dec. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. and Dec. 13, 7-8:30 p.m. $23.50. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

PICKET PAINTING PARTY Decorative picket purchasing opportunities are available to show your support and help fund maintenance and educational programs in the Children’s Garden.

Second Saturday of every month, 1-4 p.m. $75 per picket or 2 for $100. (805) 541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

805-215-8806. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, 772-6278, morro-bay.ca.us.

PULSE STUDIO OF THE ARTS PRESENTS: THE BEAT BEGINS This debut performance marks the first-ever dance show by Pulse Studio of the Arts — a showcase of hard work, dedication, and love for movement. Dec. 18, 7 p.m. $35.

(805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

THE STUDIO OF PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS: TIS THSE SEASON Tis the Season is an annual holiday extravaganza with special guest appearances, dancing, singing, and everything needed to get in the spirit! This is a family-friendly event.

Dec. 13, 1-2:45 & 6-7:45 p.m. $28.50. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

VILLAGE CREATIVE PRESENTS: CHRISTMAS CONCERT 2025 Village Creative is a local creative arts studio based in the charming village of Arroyo Grande. Dec. 20, 3-4 & 5-6 p.m. $15. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center

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Celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico, at the Performing Arts Center in SLO on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy Mariachi Garibaldi and Ballet Folklórico del Rio Grande, showcasing vibrant traditions through joyful music, colorful dance, and festive storytelling. Tickets are $35 to $59. Head to calpolyarts. org for more information.

—A.S. for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

WORKSHOPS AND MORE AT THE LAVRA Check the venue’s calendar for storytelling workshops, lectures, movie nights, and discussions held on a periodic basis. ongoing thelavra.org/ home. The Lavra, 2070 E. Deer Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande..

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20TH ANNUAL NEEDS ‘N WISHES Stop by the People Helping People Open House, visit Santa, and shop at Santa’s toy store. Enjoy entertainment, a silent auction, free hot dog, and cookies. Benefits go to Prado

and Noor Clinic. Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. (805) 674-2624. Https:\ SouthBaySeniorsPeopleHelpingPeople. com. South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos.

CAMBRIA CHRISTMAS MARKET Celebrate the 14th Annual Cambria Christmas Market, which opens on Nov. 28, and goes until Dec. 31. The market is closed on Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 24, and 25.

More information is available at the link.

Through Dec. 31, 5-9 p.m. $27-$45. (800) 966-6490. cambriachristmasmarket. com/. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.

CENTRAL COAST UECHI-RYU KARATEDO Uechi-Ryu Karate-do is a traditional form of karate originating from Okinawa, Japan. Focus is on fitness, flexibility, and self-defense with emphasis on self -growth, humility, and respect.

Open to ages 13 to adult. Beginners and experienced welcome. Instructor with 50 years experience. For info, call

CREATIVE QUILLS POETRY COLLECTIVE Creatives Quills fosters a supportive and inclusive platform for local poets to share their creative works. Sign up in the patio garden or email creativequillsmb@gmail. com. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. through Dec. 21 Free. TOP DOG CAFE BAR, 857 Main Street, Morro Bay, (805) 725-1024.

GRIEF, GRATITUDE, GRACIOUSNESS – A HOLIDAY SOUND JOURNEY FOR THE HEART / LOS OSOS In this integrative Sound “Bath” Journey, you will explore the transformative power of gratitude — not as a denial of grief, but as a gentle bridge toward healing and hope. Gratitude and grief can coexist; both are expressions of love and reminders of what truly matters.

Dec. 21, 2-3 p.m. $17.91-$28.62. my805tix. com. Central Coast Body Therapy Center, 2005 9th St., Los Osos, (805) 709-2227.

LILIJA VINTAGE GRAND OPENING + HOLIDAY SEA & GREEN PARTY + ESTERO BAY KINDNESS COALITION FUNDRAISER Don’t miss the grand opening of Lilija with the Sea + Green Holiday Party. Enjoy funky DJ tunes and guest artists. A portion of the proceeds will go to Estero Bay Kindness Coalition.

Dec. 12, 5-8 p.m. Free. (805) 935-9046. sea-n-green.com. Sea + Green, 2380 Main St., unit F, Cambria.

OPEN YOURSELF TO THE GIFT OF GOD’S LOVE Enjoy engaging sessions with Father Art Stevens as he guides us into how we can accept God’s invitations for abundant life. RSVP at the link. Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. (805) 528-0654. stbenslososos.org/community-graceevent/. St. Benedict’s Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Ln., Los Osos.

POKÉMON CARD TRADING Meet, compete, and trade with other collectors your age! All attendees will receive one card of their choosing from the librarian,

while supplies last. Dec. 13, 1-2:30 p.m.

Free. (805) 528-1862. sanluisobispo. librarycalendar.com/event/pokemoncard-trading-20294. Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos.

SOCRATES DISCUSSION GROUP Have a topic, book, or article you wish to discuss with interested and interesting people?

Join this weekly meeting to discuss it, or simply contribute your experiences and knowledge. Contact Mark Plater for instructions on entering the Chapel area.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon (805) 528-7111.

Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. SOUL STAR CHAKRA SOUND JOURNEY / LOS OSOS Through sound and intentional, mindful practices, tune in to the rhythm of your body and the wisdom it holds. Learn and experience simple and effective ways to realign, restore, and sustain your inner flow and balance for optimal well-being. Dec. 16, 6:30-8 p.m. $25.41-$28.62. my805tix.com. Central Coast Body Therapy Center, 2005 9th St., Los Osos, (805) 709-2227.

WHIMSICAL WINTER WONDERLAND Step into the Whimsical Winter Wonderland at Cambria Nursery—where the magic of the season comes to life through light, design, and imagination.

Through Jan. 15, 2026 (805) 927-4747. cambrianursery.com/events/. Cambria Nursery and Florist, 2801 Eton Rd., Cambria.

WINTER SOLSTICE RITUALS FOR RENEWAL The Winter Solstice is one of the four great seasonal turnings. It’s a time of endings and beginnings, a time to harvest the experience of the old year and to create momentum for the new.

Meditate together around the sacred fire and perform a ceremony of recapitulation and intention forming. Dec. 21, 5-6:30 p.m. $48.98. my805tix.com. 9th Limb Yoga, 845 Napa Ave., Morro Bay, (415) 852-1787.

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“WHEN HOPE WAS BORN” LIVING NATIVITY The story of Jesus’ birth told under the stars of downtown Templeton.

There will be a narrator, actors, music, and animals. Dress warmly. Bring a chair.

Dec. 14, 6-6:30 p.m. Free. (805) 434-1921. templetonpres.org/christmas-2025/.

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MID-STATE FAIR MARKET The Mid-State Fair Market features local crafters and artisans selling handmade and unique items plus Old West Cinnamon Rolls. Free admission and parking! Dec. 12, 12-4 p.m., Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. (805) 239-0655. midstatefair.com/event-center/pages/ midstatefairmarket.php. Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Packed with holiday mischief, childhood dreams, and nostalgic charm, A Christmas Story captures the magic of the season with wit, warmth, and plenty of laughs.

Saturdays, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., Sundays, 2-4 p.m., Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Fridays, 7-9 p.m. and Dec. 21, 7-9 p.m. through Dec. 19 $28-$47. (805) 786-2440. slorep.org/shows/a-christmasstory-2025/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. (805) 4412164. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.

SANTA LUCIA ROCKHOUNDS MEETING Bring your favorite rock, gem, crystal, fossil, etc., to show the rest of the club.

Third Monday of every month, 7 p.m. slrockhounds.org/. Templeton Community Center, 601 S. Main St., Templeton.

TRAFFIC JAM VINTAGE & HANDMADE MARKET Applications for vendors are still open for the last Traffic Jam Vintage & Handmade Pop Up market.

Enjoy food truck, music, and last minute Christmas shopping. Dec. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fre. trafficjamvintagemarket.com.

Golden State Goods, 5880 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

WHITE TARA EMPOWERMENT Join Rinpoche Thepo Tulku for White Tara Empowerment with musical inspiration

by Nicole Cassingham. Experience healing, compassion, and spiritual guidance in a day of transformation.

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ELEMENTARY CLICKER CLASS: DOG TRAINING FOR DOGS OF ALL AGES Our Elementary clicker class is one of our many dog training classes. Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 17 $189. (805) 481-1490. gentlepets.com/group-classes.

Gentle Touch Pet Training, 173 Buckley Road, San Luis Obispo.

FREE TOURS OF THE MISSION Tour San Luis Obispo’s Spanish Mission, founded in 1772. Come learn its history and importance to the development of this area. Tours are led by docents and meet in front of the church Sundays, 2:30 p.m. and Mondays-Saturdays, 1:15 p.m. Free.

(805) 550-7713. missionslodocents.org.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, Nipomo

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 Niffy’s Merrimaker, Baywood-Los Osos

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 San Luis Obispo Public Market

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 La Casita Mexican Restaurant, Grover Beach

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 The Pottery Atascadero

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 Simple Cafe, Santa Maria

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 126 S. Mason St, Arroyo Grande

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 The Green Omen Apothecary, Atascadero

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18 The Bunker SLO

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 7935 San Luis Ave, Atascadero

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, SLO

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26 Guadalupe Social Club

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27 Giavanni’s Pizza, Santa Maria

Orcutt New Year’s Eve Block Party

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 4615 Prefumo Canyon Rd, SLO

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 The Bunker SLO

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 SLO Brew Rock, SLO

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 Maverick Saloon, Santa Ynez

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Third Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

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HANDSPRINGS AND AERIALS TUMBLING CLINIC Build your skills at our Handsprings and Aerials Clinic!

Even beginners can start working on the fundamentals of these Intermediate skills.

All levels welcome. Geared towards ages 5 to 17 years. Dec. 13, 1-3 p.m. $25/ 1st child, +$10 per additional sibling.. (805) 547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/ saturday-event-clinics. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

HOLIDAY TALES Don’t miss your chance to read with the cats and dogs of Woods!

You’ll share a heartwarming holiday story, enjoy hot chocolate, and spread cheer.

Dec. 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $15. (805) 5439316. woodshumanesociety.org. Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo.

HOLIDAYS AT THE JACK HOUSE Step into the Holidays! Take a free guided tour of the Jack House & Gardens to see this Victorian gem, in all its holiday splendor. Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m. and Dec. 21, 1-4 p.m. Free. (805) 781-7305. slocity.org/ JackHouse. The Jack House, 536 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

KIDS’ PARTY PARADISE: WINTER KINGDOM Drop your kiddos off at Kids’ Party Paradise for pizza, movie, and gymnastics fun while you get an evening off! For ages 4 to 13 years; no experience is necessary. Dec. 13, 5-9:30 p.m. $50/ 1 child, $70/ 2+ siblings. (805) 547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/kidsparty-paradise. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

MOONLIGHT HOURS Since reopening in 2008, the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum has offered free hours, Moonlight Hours, the third Thursday of each month. Experience the wonder and get more info at the link. Third Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Free. (805) 544-KIDS. slocm.org/moonlight-hours.

San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo.

NATURE LIGHTS SLO Botanical Garden’s holiday tradition, Nature Lights, features magical displays, live music, local chefs, and an artists’ market. Fridays, Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. and Dec. 21, 5-8 p.m. through Dec. 27 $18-$28. (805) 541-1400. slobg. org/naturelights/. San Luis Obispo Botanical Gardens, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd, San Luis Obispo.

SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership skills in a supportive and positive environment? During COVID, we are meeting virtually. Contact us to get a meeting link for info. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m.

Free. slonoontime.toastmastersclubs.org.

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DECEMBER 11 - DECEMBER 21, 2025 SLO PHILATELIC SOCIETY The SLO Philatelic Society (SLOPS) meets at the SLO Senior Center on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Visitors are welcome. Third Tuesday of every month, 1-3 p.m. SLO Senior Center, 1445 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 5409484, slocity.org/seniors.

SLO RETIRED ACTIVE MEN MONTHLY GET-TOGETHERS SLO RAMs is a group of retirees that get together just for the fun, fellowship, and to enjoy programs which enhance the enjoyment, dignity, and independence of retirement. Third Tuesday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $31 luncheon. retiredactivemen.org/.

Madonna Inn Garden Room, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.

WINTER SOLSTICE: DRUMMING & POTLUCK / PREFUMO CANYON Enjoy a community potluck, and drumming circle to celebrate life, rhythm, renewal, and relationship. Winter Solstice rituals and activities may include intention setting, a release and renewal ceremony to let go of the old and welcome the light, and more!

Dec. 20, 12-4 p.m. $28.62. my805tix.com.

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BEGINNING BALLET FOR ADULTS Enjoy the grace and flow of ballet. No previous experience needed. Wednesdays, 5:156:15 p.m. $12 drop-in; $40 for four classes.

(510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

BODY FUSION/EXERCISE AND FITNESS CLASS Do something good for yourself and stay fit for outdoor sports, while enhancing flexibility, strengthening your core to prevent lower back issues, improving your posture through yoga, and more. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Free. (970) 710-1412. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, avilabeachcc.com.

DANCE FITNESS ART AND CULTURE FOR ADULTS Discover dance as a form of artistic expression and exercise, using a wide range of styles and genres of music (including modern, jazz, Broadway, ethnic). Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

FREE YOUTHWELL PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS- FAMILY TOOLS+ For parents and caregivers of youth, ages 5 to 18, with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette’s, and uniquely-wired brains. Thursdays, 12-1:30 p.m. through Dec. 19 Free. (805) 770-1930.

SBCC Wake Center, 300 N Turnpike, Santa Barbara.

HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET AND BOOK SIGNING Get ready for the biggest holiday shopping day of the season and join at the Oceano Depot. Dec. 13, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. vaco805.org/events. KIM ROSE, 1340 SCOTT LEE DR, OCEANO, (916) 798-6809.

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FOR ADULTS Experience dance from continents around the earth, including from Africa, Europe, and more. Described as “a wonderful in-depth look at the context and history of cultures of the world.” Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WATCH AND CLOCK COLLECTORS, CHPT. 52 Come join a friendly meeting of watch and clock collectors. Members bring watches and clocks to show, plus there are discussions of all things horological.

Second Sunday of every month, 1:30-3 p.m. (805) 547-1715. new.nawcc.org/index. php/chapter-52-los-padres. Central Coast Senior Center, 1580 Railroad St., Oceano.

NIPOMO SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIP SIGN-UP & POTLUCK Bring a dish to share and join for a potluck, along with general meeting updates and local informative guest speakers. Third Wednesday of every month, 12:30-2 p.m. (805) 929-1615. nipomoseniorcenter.org. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St, Nipomo.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Odd Fellows Hall, SLO

THURSDAY, JANUARY 9 Santa Maria Civc Center

SUNDAY, JANUARY 12 Bay Theatre, Morro Bay

Proxima Parada in Downtown SLO

VHS Fest 2.0

LSD & the Search for God

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

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POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS A docent-led tour of the buildings and grounds of the historic Point San Luis Light Station. Check website for more details. Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

SOCIAL GROUP FOR WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS Call for more details. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. (805) 904-6615. Oak Park Christian Church, 386 N Oak Park Blvd., Grover Beach.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 Crows End Retreat, SLO

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 The Bunker SLO

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 ACi Jet, SLO

Human Trafficking 101

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TREE LIGHTING AND SNOW EVENT Enjoy the season at the Tree Lighting and Snow Event! There will be twenty tons of snow, Santa Tree Lighting, Bouncetown, free S’mores, a horse carriage ride, and more. Dec. 14, 5-7 p.m. Free. (805) 473-5472. arroyogrande.org/events. Elm Street Park, 1221 Ash St., Arroyo Grande.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Odd Fellows Hall, SLO

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Cal Poly Library, SLO

The Freddie Ravel Trio

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, SLO

One Day Improv Festival

SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 San Luis Obispo Grange Hall

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Somatic Magic Retreat

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information. Breakfast is included with ticket price. Third Wednesday of every month, 7:30-9 a.m. $20 per member; $25 per non-member. (805) 772-4467. morrochamber.org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay. BRUNCH IS BACK Celebrate the second Sunday of the month with brunch. Enjoy a two-hour cruise on the waterfront.

Features fresh coffee, pastries, and more. Second Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $50. (805) 772-2128. chabliscruises. com. Chablis Cruises, 1205 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET Get fresh and veggies, fruit, baked goods, sweets, and handmade artisan crafts. Come have some fun with your local farmers and artisans and enjoy delicious eats while enjoying the fresh breeze of Morro Bay. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Varies.

(805) 824-7383. morrobayfarmersmarket.com. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

BOARD BOSS: LEARN THE ART OF CHARCUTERIE (WITH WINE!) Build a gorgeous charcuterie board with expert guidance, premium ingredients, wine, and fun extras—plus a giveaway entry and special discounts. A delicious, hands-on experience! Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m. $90. (805) 237-1245. exploretock.com. McPrice Myers Wine Company, 3525 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles.

CLUB CAR BAR TRIVIA WITH DR. RICKY Teams of one to six people welcome. Visit site for more info. Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main St., Templeton.

TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in the courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas.

Menu typically includes barbacoa, chicken, and pastor tacos, as well as shrimp ceviche tostadas. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. (805) 460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero.

TASTE OF TIN CITY WALKING TOUR Enjoy the first ever walking tour of Tin City – an industrial area just outside of downtown Paso Robles – that is home to a community of innovative and passionate producers of high-quality wines, spirits, beer, and more. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $125. (805) 400-3141. toasttours.com/tour/ tin-city-walking-tour/. Toast Tours, 1722 Stillwater Ct, Paso Robles.

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Arts ARTIFACTS Posthumous poetry reading

SLO local Tenny Arlen was a young woman with a bright future. The 2009 SLO High graduate studied at Cuesta College from 2009-11, where she won first place in both the fiction and poetry categories of the 2011 Tellus Literary Journal Contest.

She graduated from UCLA in 2013 with a B.A. in Comparative Literature (French and Armenian) and a minor in Armenian studies.

Sadly, before beginning her Ph.D. at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, she died in a car accident in 2015.

In 2021, her debut book of poetry, To Say with Passion: Why Am I Here? was published posthumously. A new bilingual edition was just released on Oct. 30, featuring her poems in both English and Armenian, and SLOMA is hosting a poetry reading on Thursday, Dec. 18 (5:30 to 7 p.m.; free, reserve a spot at eventbrite.com).

The bilingual edition was co-translated by the late author and her brother, Jesse S. Arlen, Ph.D. It also includes an “afterword by UCLA Western Armenian professor Hagop Gulludjian, in which he reflects upon Tenny’s creative journey— from being a new learner of the language to her remarkable achievement of having produced the first full-length work of creative literature written in Armenian by an American-born writer,” organizers announced.

Three-artist opening

It’s a new month, so you can count on Gallery at Marina Square to pack the gallery with a new trio of featured artists. This month, oil painter Jeff Odell is in the upper gallery, oil painter Carol Astaire is in the lower gallery, and block printer Sandra Lisi is in the Craft Atelier Space. An opening is planned for Saturday, Dec. 13 (3 to 5 p.m.).

Odell, a plein air artist, is frequently sighted with his easel set up outdoors as he captures another beautiful Central Coast view.

“His oil paintings cover a span of over 30 years, making his paintings of Morro Bay a historical archive of town and waterfront changes through these years,” his artist statement explained.

Astaire’s paintings reference her photos.

“I’ve devoted the last five years to exploring the ocean south of the Port of Los Angeles to north of Monterey County, photographing extensively in all conditions, yearround,” her statement explained.

“Then I use my reference photos to help remind me of my experiences on the water when I return to my studio and get to work.”

Lisi draws inspiration from local landscapes and then “skillfully hand-carves wood and linoleum blocks to create prints with rich textures and striking graphic elements,” her statement said.

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For the soul

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Central Coast artist teaches collage classes to help others on their cancer journeys

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t around 12 years old, A studio open to all Kathleen McKinnon realized Every other Friday at 1 p.m., Kathleen she wanted to be a teacher for McKinnon’s art classes for cancer survivors the deaf after her church brought in a and supporters are held at Harmony deaf congregation.

Schoolhouse, her studio located at 11549 Los But during McKinnon’s college Osos Valley Road, suite 108, in San Luis Obispo.

The studio is usually open on Saturdays from years in Florida, when she was noon to 4 p.m. studying learning disabilities, she had Send inquiries about session dates and another realization. times to kathleen@harmonyschoolhouse.com.

“I was walking back to the education department, and I walked To process her past the fine art department, and I stopped. I journey, McKinnon felt this longing for that,” she said. “The deaf turned to her creative community was my love and focus, but art is really side, making a journal. my soul.”

Called her “healing Still, McKinnon spent her career teaching, owning companion,” the book her own learning center for students with disabilities, BLOOD, SWEAT, AND TEARS This collage in Kathleen McKinnon’s journal is filled with collages working in educational consulting, and writing books representing her is made with bandages that she saved from her blood draws during cancer and training educators on how to use them. treatment. The mountaintop scene was inspired by a trying sunrise hike with her thoughts and feelings. dog while she was sick.

“Then I got cancer.”

“The whole cancer In 2016, McKinnon was diagnosed and went thing brought me back PHOTO BY MADISON WHITE through surgery and chemotherapy. About a year to my true gift of creativity,” McKinnon said. “I later she had her final surgery. During treatment, started a new path of recognizing that it’s not what she spent a lot of time at the Hearst Cancer you create, it’s not the product. It’s the process of Resource Center in San Luis Obispo. creating where you get your healing.”

The Hearst Center and its counterpart in Santa She started teaching art classes at the Hearst Maria, the Mission Hope Cancer Center, offer Center and a few at Mission Hope, too. In 2020 support to patients, family members, and friends she rented a studio in San Luis Obispo, called who are impacted by cancer. Visitors can try yoga Harmony Schoolhouse, and now teaches her and meditation, classes for applying wigs and classes there. Upon request, McKinnon said she’s makeup, and various support groups. McKinnon more than willing to teach again in Santa Maria. took advantage of art therapy, Tai Chi, and fitness One of her main focuses is mixed media. She training. Now, she’s giving back by teaching her said it opened her whole world because of how own art classes to patients and their supporters. freeing it is. Intuitive collage classes happen every “It’s such a lovely environment that there would other Friday at 1 p.m. at Harmony Schoolhouse, just be days I would go, and it’s kind of like a living which can fit up to eight people. Funds come room. I would go and sit and just be because it was from the Hearst Center, so there’s no cost to safe,” she said about the Hearst Center. “It was participants. Everybody is welcome, McKinnon comforting. I knew that if I cried, they knew why I added. was [crying]. If I was angry, they knew. … It’s just No creative experience is required because it’s kind of the whole gamut of emotions you have.” “your subconscious talking,” she said. Classes start Radiation, McKinnon’s last step, occupied her with McKinnon reading a poem out loud twice to time every day for seven weeks. Then one day it was spark inspiration. over, and she didn’t know what to do with herself.

“First so they can hear it, and then so they can really listen to it,” she said.

PHOTO BY MADISON WHITE For 30 quiet minutes everyone rifles through INTUITIVE COLLAGES During her cancer journey, magazines searching for anything that speaks to Kathleen McKinnon turned to art to process her them. Colors, phrases, or pictures. Artists build experiences. She makes a lot of collages in her San Luis Obispo studio, where she also teaches classes their collages from what they’ve picked. to people touched by the disease.

At the end of the session, everyone has the option to share how they reflected on the poem, what your trauma is, cancer or something else, … what their images mean, and what they learned. you didn’t lose your story. Your beautiful life story McKinnon, who takes all her own classes, shares, is still there,” she explained. “It’s just changed, or too. you have to adapt.”

“We really become such a tightMcKinnon urges artists to knit group because we share each fight through the hard parts other’s lives and feelings,” she said. instead of thinking their artwork, On Saturdays she usually Send gallery, stage, or life, is ruined. and cultrual festivities to holds open hours at Harmony “It’s not what you created. It’s arts@newtimesslo.com.

Schoolhouse, when people the process of getting there, and can pay to use supplies for I swear you will come out with personal creative time or to take something,” she said.

McKinnon’s other art classes.

Looking ahead, McKinnon is anticipating One session asks artists to create a piece with retirement so she can spend more time at the seven or eight layers, inevitably covering up studio, her happy place. previous work, but using a glazing technique “It’s like—at least my belief system—shit happens, so parts of the bottom layers are still visible.

MIXED MEDIA While Kathleen McKinnon doesn’t Sometimes artists are frustrated by the instruction right? But when something happens, it’s for a usually print her collage designs on paper, she purpose. And the purpose is bigger than us.” ∆ to paint over what they’ve already created, but the tried it out with this one, beautifying a journal and candles. The goods are for sale at her studio in San exercise is meant to show how the artistic process Luis Obispo, and the funds go toward the Hearst Reach Sun Staff Writer Madison White, from New can represent life’s changes.

Cancer Resource Center.

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Glen The price of fame is on full display in this heartfelt film about regret and neglect. Jay is a hugely famous actor who’s touched many fans with his films. He’s a bona fide star. He’s also a father of two adult daughters—Daisy (Grace Edwards) and Jessica (Riley Keough). Jessica, a teacher, feels abandoned and angry. Daisy is 18 and ready to take flight … literally. She’s off to Europe just when Jay thought they might have time to connect. Clooney, also a bona fide movie star, is terrific in the role. Wistful and guilt-ridden, his Jay—through cleverly segued flashbacks—looks at past choices and begins to confront who he is at his core. He’s been an empty vessel awaiting a writer and director to fill with a character. Even in his personal life, he’s always acting, playing the charming, kind, and confident movie star. It seems exhausting.

Anna This film is a bit about regret, a bit about longing, and overall, a study in reflection. Jay is a man who can get what he wants because of his status but seems to be forever lonely—no matter how many people surround him. A chance encounter with an old classmate—Timothy (Billy Crudup)— leaves him reeling. Is he the fraud this man sees him to be? More likely he’s someone surrounded by the messiness of life, living in the grayness of reality instead of the

REGRETS, THEY’VE HAD A FEW Famous movie actor, Jay Kelly (George Clooney, left), and his devoted manager, Ron (Adam Sandler), both confront their life choices, in Jay Kelly, screening at The Palm Theatre and streaming on Netflix.

black and white that movies can portray. It’s interesting to see Clooney in this reflective movie star role as a man who is wholly recognizable across the globe. I’m sure that this character rang true to the actor in many ways. Sandler is also great here as the putupon and loyal manager, Ron, who makes personal sacrifices to accommodate Jay’s whimsy. Laura Dern’s character, Liz, sums it up best as she frustratedly tells Ron that the power imbalance means they aren’t truly friends with Jay. Instead, the friendship goes one direction. I really loved this film and found it to be incredibly earnest at its core.

Glen Clooney and Sandler have never acted together before, but they have a natural chemistry here. Both have a tremendous range, and Sandler—who started his career playing good natured buffoons in films like Billy Madison (1995) and Happy Gilmore (1996)—soon proved himself to be a very effective serious actor in films such as PunchDrunk Love (2002), Reign Over Me (2007), and Uncut Gems (2019). Clooney went from

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Along the way, Agnes finds a kitten, and in that discovery she finds something that needs tending outside of her own delicate heart. This isn’t an action-packed or busy film. Instead, it tucks in like a warm sweater against a cool breeze and reminds us all what a little bit of hope can feel like. (103 min.)

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Anna The film looks at their relationship as much as Jay himself. Jay relies on Ron to make his wishes come to fruition, and Ron relies on Jay to afford his family a comfortable life. We watch as Jay replays key scenes of his life, and as Ron spends too much time missing key moments of his. It’s a bit of a poem, scoping life out from the big moments to the tiny—and the thing that really makes a life, all those forgotten moments in between. ∆

SHAPED BY THE PAST Former graduate school besties, Lydie (Naomi Ackie, left) and Agnes (Eva Victor, right), look back on their shared history, in Sorry, Baby, a black comedy indie film streaming on HBO Max.

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To be honest, the series is half action thriller and half soap opera. Frank’s wife, Sarah (Simone Kessell), is tired of Frank prioritizing work over family, including teenage son Luke (Tait Blum).

The entire family is grieving the death of Frank and Sarah’s other child, the details of which are slowly revealed. Speaking of slow, with 10 episodes, some as long as an hour, the series can feel a little like a slog at times.

After the first two episodes were released on Oct. 10, new installments have rolled out weekly. All 10 are out now, so binge at will, but be warned: The series ends on a cliffhanger, and no season 2 is guaranteed. (10 40- to 61-min. episodes) ∆ —Glen

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The perfect stocking stuffer Dawn Lambeth’s collection of jazz standards shines

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he holidays are upon us—the time of the year when you think about what you can give someone, but maybe you should think about treating yourself, too.

Next Thursday, Dec. 18, Paso Roblesbased vocalist and pianist Dawn Lambeth will be joining The Robert Alberts Quintet for an evening of jazz standards, swing, chachas, and bossa novas at the Madonna Inn (7 to 10 p.m.; all ages; free, but reservations are suggested if you’re planning on dining).

“If you’ve never been to the Madonna Inn in December, it’s the ultimate ‘Holiday Inn’ and so fun to see at the holidays!” Lambeth wrote in an email.

The players are first rate. In addition to Alberts on trumpet, you’ll hear Karl Welz on saxophone, Dylan Johnson on bass, and Darrell Voss on drums. And Lambeth is sonic heaven—a truly wonderful voice and a retro vibe that brings warm nostalgic feelings of a simpler, classier time.

Lambeth also has a terrific CD of jazz tunes she’s promoting called I Get Ideas, a title lifted from the Julio César Sanders and Dorcas Cochran song—one of nine included on the album. Some are well known such as Cole Porter’s “I Love You,” while others are lesser-known gems.

“When I perform live, I always try to include songs people know and love alongside hidden treasures I’ve discovered,” Lambeth explained in press materials. “My hope is to introduce listeners to new favorites while honoring the rich legacy of the swing era.”

Go on, splurge on yourself. Get a craft cocktail, a nice steak, listen to some jazz, and buy a few of Lambeth’s CDs as stocking stuffers.

“On Saturday, Dec. 13, I’ll be at Pear Valley from 1 to 4 p.m., singing holiday tunes and other favorites,” Lambeth added.

Her CD is also available locally at Boo Boo Records in SLO and Traffic Records in A-Town, as well as at dawnlambeth.com, bandcamp.com, and through streaming services Spotify and Apple Music.

NOTE WORTHY Paso Robles vocalist and pianist Dawn Lambeth joins The Robert Alberts Quintet for a night of jazz and swing at the Madonna Inn on Dec. 18.

The Siren’s call

Morro Bay’s hottest night club has a full slate for you this week starting with Aaron Golay and the Original Sin on Friday, Dec. 12 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $15.30 at tixr. com). They blend Americana, roots, rock, and soul to “make every song a story you’ll immediately remember,” their bio says.

Golay’s “big soulful voice creates a familiar yet unique framework for his lyrics to deliver memorable tales of hell-raising, sorrow, and raw emotion.” Jackson and The Janks open.

The Bill Stapely Band plays a free matinee show on Saturday, Dec. 13 (2 to 5 p.m.; 21-and-older). The sextet plays classic rock covers from artists such as the Beatles, Stones, Petty, Credence Clearwater, Carl Perkins, Byrds, Dylan, Marshall Tucker, Neil

READERS’ CHOICE New Times Music Awards Readers’ Choice winners The Loving Mosh play The Siren on Dec. 13.

Young, David Crosby, Bonnie Raitt, John Prine, Led Zeppelin, and Stevie Ray Vaughn, among others. I’ve been assured there will be sufficient cowbell.

Hot off their Readers’ Choice win and third place win in the Open category of the New Times Music Awards for their song “Unchain Your Buddha” comes The Loving Mosh on Saturday, Dec. 13 (8 p.m.; 21-and-older; $15.30 at tixr.com).

“I recently started a band called The Loving Mosh,” Roberto Monge explained.

“Much to my surprise, people seem to love it.

I had bands back in high school and college, but I gave it all up for a paying career, family, and travel. I’m so stoked that we got Readers’ Choice for our theme song ‘Unchain Your Buddha.’ We’re celebrating our win with my

good friend Vince Cimo.”

Vince Cimo’s Hot Fire opens Saturday’s show. His band “blends modern funk with elements of electronic music for a unique live experience,” according to their bio.

“With a solid foundation of bass and drums, alongside a horn section featuring two saxophones and a trumpet, the group creates grooves that are both deep and danceable.”

Should be a memorable night of local music.

Finally at The Siren, funky electronic dance music awaits when Good Medicine and Numbskull present SunSquabi on Wednesday, Dec. 17 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $26.99 at goodmedicinepresents.com). The group’s garnered millions of streams and STARKEY continued page 32

Live Music NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

BLUES AGENDA JAM AND SHOWCASE A rockin’ blues dance party at Niffy’s Merrimaker every first, third, and now fifth Wednesdays. The Blues Asylum house band welcomes local, visiting, and newcomers to the blues groove.

Spirits, beer, and wine, with outside food welcome. Every other Wednesday, 7-10 p.m. Free. (805) 235-5223. The Merrimaker Tavern, 1301 2nd Street, Los Osos.

KELLYTOWN, CHRISTMAS IN KILLARNEY Enjoy traditional pub songs with lively tunes from fiddle and accordion –– Christmas numbers too!

Delicious food and drink will be available at the bar. Dec. 20, 7-9 p.m. Free. (805) 772-8388. The Savory Palette (formerly Morro Bay Wine Seller), 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, savorypalette.com.

LADYFEST 2025 AT NIFFY’S MERRIMAKER After a nine-year hiatus,

the feminine-celebrating music festival Ladyfest, in collaboration with The Feminine Collective, returns to Niffy’s Merrimaker in Los Osos. Dec. 13, 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Free. (805) 704-8798. facebook. com/events/2025575841596263/. Niffy’s Merrimaker, 1301 2nd St, Los Osos.

LISTENING AS RITUAL Group listening sessions with musician/musicologist Ben Gerstein. Explore remarkable recordings of world music, nature field recording, western classical and contemporary, and jazz, sharing and discussing inspiration and perspectives on the expressive power of peoples, cultures, animals and habitats through sonic experience. Every other Monday, 7-8:15 p.m. $10-$15 donation. (805) 305-1229. leftcoastartstudio.com/. Left Coast Art Studio, 1188 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Each Wednesday, enjoy this Open Mic Night in the

downstairs dining area. Grab some friends and show off your talents. Food and drink service will be available.

Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Free. (805) 995-3883. schoonerscayucos.com. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos.

SERENADE AT THE BOAT PARADE Experience some holiday magic afloat!

The Morro Bay White Caps with the SLO County Band will serenade the dazzling boat parade with festive melodies, providing spectacular community cheer.

Dec. 13, 6-8 p.m. Free. (805) 459-9543. morrobaywhitecaps.com. Morro Bay S. T Pier, 1185 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

AN ATOWN COUNTRY CHRISTMAS KJUG and Blast & Brew wants to welcome you to the Country Christamas show. Bring your friends and family down for good times, food, and drinks. Dec. 19, 6 p.m.

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Free. Blast and Brew, 7935 San Luis Ave., Atascadero.

FRIDAY NIGHT DJ Weekly DJ series, with a different DJ every Friday. Presented by friends at Traffic Record store in Atascadero. Come listen, dance, drink, and unwind every Friday. All ages event; no cover charge. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. (805) 460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com.

Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero.

LIVE MUSIC WITH MICHAEL PETERS AT MCPRICE MYERS WINES Enjoy Michael Peters’ classic country and western tunes with McPrice Myers wines and Alba Provisions snack boxes. Walk-ins are welcome, however reservations are encouraged! Dec. 14, 4-7 p.m. $25 tasting fee waived with $75 purchase.

(805) 237-1245. exploretock.com/ mcpricemyers/search?date=2025-1214&size=2&time=16%3A00. McPrice

Myers Wine Company, 3525 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles.

PASO ROBLES HIGH SCHOOL BAND & CHOIR WINTER CONCERT Support public school music education and enjoy the sounds of the season with the PRHS Music Department! There are two showtimes and three ticket levels.

Dec. 18, 5:30-7 & 7:30-9 p.m. Templeton Performing Arts Center, 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, (805) 225-7087.

SINGING HANDS CHILDREN’S CHOIR A unique performing arts group that performs across the state for deaf festivals, service organizations, churches, fairs, and other outlets. New members always welcome. Registration open weekly. Mondays, 5-6:30 p.m. $45 tuition per month. singinghandschildrenschoir. com/. Singing Hands Children’s Choir and Performing Arts, 1413 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles.

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19TH ANNUAL WINTERDANCE CELTIC CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Enjoy angelic singing, instrumental wizardry, and championship Irish step-dancing which will combine to lift your hearts this holiday season. Dec. 21, 4-6 p.m. $15-$40. (831) 818-5021. mollysrevenge. com/shows. Octagon Barn Center, 4400 Octagon Way, San Luis Obispo.

BURLEY THISTLES Burley Thistles is an alternative rock band known for their guitar-driven sound and memorable songs. Hear them perform in the heart of downtown SLO. Dec. 20, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Frog and Peach Pub, 728 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 595-4764, frogandpeachpub.com.

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It’s a family tradit ion!

Sing-along Messiah

December 20 at 7:30 pm Sing along with the Master Chorale while performing some of the most popular choruses from Handel’s Messiah.

Master Chorale Festival Orchestra With these guest artists: Paul Woodring, Forbes Pipe Organ Susan Azaret Davies, piano Westwood Brass Also: works by Meredith Brammeier, Paul Osborne, and carol arrangements from Robert Shaw & Robert Russell Bennett All tickets are for reserved seats.

Pricing: $30 Adults, or $25 ea for 5 or more $12 Youths (ages 18 & younger) Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, 1 Grand Avenue Ticket office: 805-756-4849, or visit pacslo.org

SAN LUIS OBISPO MASTER CHORALE THOMAS DAVIES , MUSIC DIRECTOR

slomasterchorale.org

THE JOYFUL SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 13, 2025, 3PM HAROLD J. MOSSI CPAC AT CUESTA COLLEGE Celebrate the holidays with “The Joyful Sounds of Christmas,” featuring beloved carols, festive arrangements, and Jennifer Freyr’s ehchanting “O Holy Night,” for an evening of seasonal magic.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE SUPER GALA ✷ 2025 DECEMBER 31 – 7PM

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER SAN LUIS OBISPO TICKETS: PACSLO.ORG ✷ (805) 756-4849

Éva Alhadeff ✷ Ashley Becker ✷ James Brescia ✷ Stephanie Brink ✷ Kaitrin Cunningham Karen Dunn ✷ Jennifer Frye ✷ Lissette Garrido ✷ Amy Goymerac ✷ Gabriel Manro Jessica Gonzalez-Rodriguez ✷ Christina Pezzarossi ✷ Dominic Salvati

Featuring 12 internationally acclaimed soloists along with CENTRAL COAST GILBERT & SULLIVAN, CUESTA CONCORD CHORUS, APPLAUSE CHILDREN’S THEATER, and the OPERASLO CHILDREN’S CHORUS all accompanied by the OPERA SAN LUIS OBISPO GRAND ORCHESTRA conducted by BRIAN ASHER ALHADEFF and with guest conductors JENNIFER MARTIN and CASSANDRA TARRANTINO. Program to include the San Luis Obispo premiere of Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries, in addition to hits from Fiddler on the Roof, Lucia Di Lammermoor, Sound of Music, Faust, The Sorcerer, Once Upon A Mattress, Pirates of Penzance, and more!

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SCANNELL AND MARX Singer-songwriters Richard Marx (right) and Matt Scannell play a Good Vibez concert at the Fremont Theater on Dec. 12.

Philly soul act Snacktime opens the show.

They recently released a super cool strippeddown version of their song “Enough,” and they also covered The Beach Boys’ “God Only Knows,” which is amazing!

Felíz Navidad

The Christmas Mariachi Festival featuring Mariachi Plata de Western New Mexico University comes to the Clark Center on Sunday, Dec. 14 (6 p.m.; all ages; $34 to $65.50 at clarkcenter.org). Expect “an evening of Christmas posada, carols, songs, actors, and folkloric ballet,” organizers announced. “This group of young maestros who love mariachi music has toured throughout the United States and Mexico, participating in major festivals including De Tecalitlan Los Sones in Jalisco, Mexico, where they were named ‘Festival Favorite.’”

A cappella and more mariachi

The Jazz Vespers Concert Series at SLO’s First Presbyterian Church returns with their ninth annual Christmas Jazz Vespers featuring the Dave Becker Quartet with a special guest appearance by Kathryn Loomis on vocals on Sunday, Dec. 14 (doors at 6:30, show 7 p.m.; $30 recommended donation at my805tix.com that goes to The SLO Noor Foundation Health Clinics, a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide high quality health care to uninsured adults in our community).

The Paso Robles High School Music Department presents its annual Winter Concert, featuring the PRHS Forte Choir, Jazz and Concert Bands, the Crimson Collective Singers, and special guest Bold as Brass quintet, on Thursday, Dec. 18, at the recently improved Templeton Performing Arts Center (two shows at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.).

Ladyfest returns

“After a nine-year hiatus, the femininecelebrating music festival, Ladyfest, in Cal Poly Arts presents two shows this collaboration with The Feminine Collective, week. See Kings Return at the Performing returns to Niffy’s Merrimaker in Los Osos Arts Center on Monday, Dec. 15 (7:30 p.m.; with a stacked lineup of 29 Central Coast all ages; $38 to $49 at calpolyarts.org). This a and West Coast musicians,” organizer cappella quartet creates incredible lush vocal Che Chiavaroli of the rock act Hot Tina harmonies as they sing their mix of gospel, announced. “Performances range from jazz, and R&B. For this show, the Dallasshared songs to full band sets, spanning based group will bring fresh takes to holiday folk, Americana, jazz, rock, alternative, and classics. If you like Take 6 and Boyz II Men, electronic from 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. This 21-andyou’ll dig ’em. older event also debuts Campana Sobre battles in which eight Campana: Christmas Central Coast powerhouses in Mexico! comes to the compete—up to three Send music and Performing Arts Center on rounds—until a Ladyfest club information to Wednesday, Dec. 17 (7:30 ’25 Winner is crowned at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. p.m.; all ages; $39 to $59 at the end of the night.” calpolyarts.org). Featuring Ladies for the win on Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Saturday, Dec. 13! Look up the event on Ballet Folklórico del Rio Grande, celebrate Facebook to see the full lineup. the holidays Mexico style.

Sound out!

All that jazz

Basin Street Regulars Hot Jazz Club presents their annual holiday party this Sunday, Dec. 14, at the Pismo Vets Hall starting with an 11 a.m. jam followed by opening act Brad Lusk (vibes) and ending with the Riptide Big Band. Tickets are $10 for members or $15 for non-members, and if you want a catered meal from Burgers and More (chicken or eggplant parmesan, green salad with vinaigrette, garlic butter angel hair pasta, and rolls), it’s $25 at my805tix.com.

Christmas joy

The SLO Wind Orchestra presents The Joyful Sounds of Christmas at the Cuesta College Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Dec. 13 (3 p.m.; all ages; $10 to $32, with kids under 11 free at slowinds. com). Expect an array of holiday classics and seasonal favorites. The SLO Wind Orchestra is a volunteer-based ensemble with a repertoire ranging from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. ∆ Contact Arts Editor Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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Christmas in Mexico with Mariachi Garibaldi and Ballet Folklórico del Rio Grande, showcasing vibrant traditions through joyful music, colorful dance, and festive storytelling. Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. (805) 756-4849. calpolyarts. org/20252026-season/campanasobre-campana-christmas-in-mexico.

Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CHRISTIAN SANDS TRIO Celebrate the season with pianist Christian Sands and his trio, blending dynamic originals and beloved holiday classics in an unforgettable festive performance. Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. (805) 756-4849. calpolyarts. org/20252026-season/christian-sandstrio. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CHRISTMAS JAZZ VESPERS Hear Dave Becker, Marshall Otwell, Dylan Johnson, Darrell Voss, and Kathryn Loomis perform original arrangements of Christmas carols and reinterpreted classical holiday music. Dec. 14, 7-8:30 p.m. (805) 543-5451. fpcslo.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

CHRISTMAS JAZZ VESPERS WITH THE DAVE BECKER QUARTET & KATHRYN LOOMIS The First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo is pleased to present their 9th Annual Christmas Jazz Vespers.

This concert will feature the Dave Becker Quartet with special guest Kathryn Loomis on vocals. All proceeds will benefit the SLO Noor Foundation Health Clinics. Dec. 14, 7-9 p.m. $33.98. my805tix. com. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 543-5451.

THE JOYFUL SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS This family friendly event is a perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Enjoy holiday classics and seasonal favorites, performed by some of the Central Coast’s most talented musicians. Dec. 13, 3 p.m. $10–$32. SLOwinds.org. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

KING’S RETURN This Dallas-based group brings a rich, choir-like sound and fresh take on holiday classics with their signature blend of gospel, jazz, R&B, and classical. Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. (805) 7564849. calpolyarts.org/20252026-season/ kings-return. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

RING IN THE SEASON CONCERT SERIES Head to SLO United Methodist Church for the second chorale music concert in the Ring in the Season concert series with the Vocal Arts Ensemble. Tickets and more information are available at the link.

Tickets are $10 for students and children under 12. Dec. 13, 3 p.m. $30. SLO United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 543-7580. Don’t miss the final concert in the Ring in the Season Concert Series with the Vocal Arts Ensemble. Tickets and more info can be found at the link. Dec. 14, 3 p.m. $30.

First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 543-5451, fpcslo.org.

SAN LUIS OBISPO MASTER CHORALE PRESENTS “HOLIDAY FESTIVAL” Featuring sing-along Messiah, Forbes Pipe Organ, Westwood Brass. Dec. 20, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $12-$30. (805) 5383311. slomasterchorale.org/. Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo.

SLO COUNTY TRUMPET ALLIANCE: TRUMPET HOLIDAY JOY! Join us as the legendary San Luis Obispo County Trumpet Alliance presents the most spectacular Holiday Brass extravaganza of the season! Dec. 14, 2 p.m. $20 General, $10 Student w/ID. (805) 546-3198. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

SOLEFFECT AT THE MARK Sōleffect’s dynamic 7-piece band brings uplifting originals and soulful spins on favorites— perfect for a night out in the heart of SLO.

NAVIDAD DESDE NUEVO MÉXICO The Christmas Mariachi Festival featuring Mariachi Plata de Western New Mexico University comes to the Clark Center on Dec. 14.

Dec. 13, 7-10 p.m. Free. facebook.com/ events/2595229837497748/. The Mark Bar and Grill, 673 Higuera St., Sal Luis Obispo, (805) 439-4400.

UP+ADAM’S BREAKING & ENTERING JINGLE JAM 2025 Join broadcaster Adam Montiel and an all-star lineup of SLO CAL artists for a holiday concert that makes a real difference. Jingle Jam is the live benefit show that fuels Up+Adam’s Breaking & Entering Christmas, a 12-year tradition where Adam and his crew quietly deliver a full Christmas for a local family who has faced an impossible year.

Dec. 11, 7-11 p.m. $14.70. my805tix.com.

Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

CENTRAL COAST HARMONY CHORUS INVITES SINGERS TO JOIN FOR HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES Men and women are invited! No prior experience is necessary - just a love of music. Call or email for more information. Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. through Dec. 18 $20. (805) 736-7572. ccharmony.org. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St., Nipomo.

CHRISTMAS MARIACHI FESTIVAL FEATURING ESTRELLA DE MÉXICO Enjoy an evening of Christmas posada, carols, songs, actors, folkloric ballet, and featuring the largest mariachi in the world! Dec. 14, 6-8 p.m. $34-$55; Premium $65.50. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

KARAOKE AT SLO COUNTY’S ONLY FILIPINO CAFE Join for all day, all ages karaoke hosted at SLO County’s only brick and mortar Filipino cafe, Lumpia Bros Cafe. Enjoy karaoke, filipino dishes, acai, and coffee. Tuesdays-Saturdays-6 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. (805) 202-8473.

Lumpia Bros Cafe, 1187 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach.

KARAOKE EVERY WEDNESDAY A weekly event with barbecue offerings and more. Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. Rancho Nipomo BBQ, 108 Cuyama Ln., Nipomo, (805) 925-3500.

THE LOUNGE AT BESO An upscale afterhours nightclub experience. With limited capacity and a dress code. For ages 21 and over. Fridays, 10 p.m. my805tix.com.

Beso Cocina, 1050 Willow Road, Nipomo.

RING IN THE SEASON CONCERT SERIES See the first chorale music concert in the Ring in the Season concert series with the Vocal Arts Ensemble. Tickets are available for purchase at the link. Dec. 11, 7 p.m. $30. Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, 1645 Trilogy Pkwy, Nipomo.

SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS

HAPPY HOUR MUSIC SERIES Enjoy live music at the winery most Friday evenings. Check site for concert schedule. Fridays presquilewine.com.

Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, (805) 937-8110.

HARMONY FOR THE HOLIDAYS Join for a free a cappella holiday music

performance for all ages. Dec. 20, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. (805)736-7572. ccharmony. org. Vida Church, 700 N Curryer Street, Santa Maria.

LADIES NIGHT OUT Music by DJ Van Gloryious and DJ Panda. Features delicious daiquiri specials. Thursdays, 8 p.m.-midnight Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866.

LIVE MUSIC AT STELLER’S CELLAR Various local musicians rotate each Friday. Fridays, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Steller’s Cellar, 400 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt, (805) 623-5129, stellerscellar.com.

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Chef Lindsey Carroll elevates the wine-tasting experience at Center of Effort in Arroyo Grande

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he Central Coast is home to several nationally renowned winery restaurants, including Roblar in Santa Ynez, Presqu’ile in Santa Maria, and Niner and The Restaurant at Justin in Paso Robles.

In the heart of Edna Valley—nestled between San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande—Center of Effort is eyeing inclusion in this esteemed list.

Leading the charge is the winery’s estate chef and culinary manager, Lindsey Carroll, of San Luis Obispo, who recently ratcheted up the competition with a Native Americaninspired pairing experience that wowed visitors.

“Seeing how well-received this menu has been has truly warmed my heart,” said Carroll, who soft-launched the winery’s seasonal lunch and wine-pairing experience in 2024. “Being able to share my Native American heritage with our members was incredibly special.

FLAVORFUL FLOWERS From left, Center of Effort culinary assistant Sophia Ewing and culinary manager Lindsey Carroll regularly inspect the winery’s insectary—habitat for beneficial insects—for herbs and edible garnishes, such as calendula.

Reservations required

To reserve an estate tasting or lunch and wine pairing at Center of Effort, located at 2195 Corbett Canyon Road in Arroyo Grande, visit coewine.com. The winery is open daily, with the lunch and wine pairing offered Thursday to Sunday only. Follow the winery on Instagram and Facebook @coewine.

“Featuring dishes like raw venison and stewed bison definitely made me nervous at first. I worried they might be too unfamiliar, but people embraced the challenge and really loved them.

“What made it even more meaningful was being able to share the stories behind the food—my grandmother, my memories visiting the Crow reservation [in Montana] with my family, fishing, gathering, and enjoying wild game together.

“It was such a gift to translate those memories and experiences into the dishes we served.”

Added Center of Effort proprietor Bill Swanson: “Lindsey has a natural talent for creating thoughtful, farm-to-table dishes that elevate our wines through pairings … [and] that make a visit to Center of Effort truly stand apart from other wineries in our region.

“Her work adds a special dimension to the COE experience, transforming each tasting into something memorable and unique.”

Carroll’s culinary journey began in 2013, when she left her hometown of Pacific Grove to study dietetics and nutrition at Cuesta College. After receiving her associate degree, she transferred to Cal Poly and obtained a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management with a concentration in culinary science.

“In late 2019, I joined the opening team at Hotel Cerro [in San Luis Obispo] as a pastry chef, which was my first real back-of-house restaurant experience,” she said.

“At the time, I was also working full time in events and marketing at [SLO’s] Foundation for the Performing Arts Center, so I’d bake in the early mornings and late nights around my regular 9-to-5.

“Even though it sounded a little insane to my friends, family, and my boss at the time, I

INSPIRED PAIRINGS Center of Effort’s seasonal lunch and wine pairing recently featured Native American-inspired cuisine, including apple cider braised bison with butternut squash ribbons, fried sage, and brown-butter chanterelles.

absolutely loved it. Working in restaurants made me feel genuinely fulfilled, and I knew that was the direction my career would eventually take.”

When a position for assistant tasting manager at Center of Effort opened up in 2020, Carroll jumped at the chance.

“The tasting room is built around a beautiful state-of-the-art kitchen, and I immediately felt aligned with a winery that prioritized presenting food and wine together,” she said.

“I spent two years running the tasting room, but I was constantly itching to get into the kitchen. I even started our in-house cheese and charcuterie program just to whet my appetite. … Eventually, I heard the company was ready to build out a full culinary program, and I was brought into some of the early planning conversations. I finally decided to throw my hat in the ring.

“My interview was cooking a five-course dinner for our owners, general manager, and hospitality director. I made gochujang-glazed rib-eyes, and the rest is history.”

She’s been cooking at Center of Effort since February 2022.

“It has truly been the most challenging, rewarding, and joyful professional experience of my life,” she said. “I’ve grown so much as a chef, a community member, and a colleague, and I feel so grateful to be here in this beautiful place doing what I love.”

Carroll is joined in the kitchen by culinary assistant Sophia Ewing, a fellow Cal Poly graduate with a degree in liberal arts and sciences.

“Coming up with new menus every six weeks is one of my favorite parts of the job,” Ewing said. “Dish ideas are highly collaborative and usually start with a random idea from one party that is then added onto or tweaked by the other over and over again until we have a completed idea for a dish.

So far, Lindsey and I agree that each new menu we come up with is a step up from the previous one.”

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“[She] is creative and attuned to bright, fresh flavors and celebrating what is at its The duo usually prepares a three-course best at each point in the cycle of the year. She meal consisting of five plates, each paired holds herself to really high standards and has with Center of Effort’s estate wines—the a great handle on flavor, balance of texture domain of general manager and winemaker and acidity, and an eye to present the dishes Nathan R. Carlson and winemaker Kevin in visually appealing ways.”

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Carroll sources ingredients from the 150“Our pairing process always starts with acre property’s garden, orchard, cover crops, the wines,” Carroll explained. “Nathan and and insectary and also “frequents farmers I taste through the selections we think we markets and partners with nearby growers want to feature for the season, and I write and suppliers to keep our down his tasting notes, plates hyper-seasonal and as and from there Sophia and fresh as possible,” she said.

I pull ingredients from …

“For [the December] seasonal sources to see how menu, we’re really leaning everything begins to come Send tidbits on everything into indulgence, featuring food and drink to together. dishes that are rich, bites@newtimesslo.com.

“It’s fascinating to see layered, and decadent,” she how certain flavors can continued. “Guests can look highlight different nuances forward to broiled Morro in the wines, and that’s really the fun part, Bay oysters dressed in a luxurious gruyere where we get to experiment, play, and Mornay and pork belly glazed with estate discover unexpected pairings.” orange.”

Center of Effort’s wines—chardonnay, In the new year, she hopes to further refine pinot noir, Rhône varieties, and chenin and promote the winery’s culinary offerings. blanc—are all estate-grown, SIP “Center of Effort is such a special slice of (Sustainability in Practice)-certified, and the Edna Valley, and I want more people to critically acclaimed, regularly garnering know we’re here,” she said. “My goal at COE 93- to 96-point ratings from industry is to continue creating interesting, delicious publications. bites that bring people together around a “My job as a winemaker is to tell the stories table.” Δ of our land and seasons in the form of bottled wines that reflect their place,” Carlson said.

Flavor Writer Cherish Whyte thinks COE’s “Lindsey extends this mission, translating our lunch and wine pairing ranks among the top … regional bounty into food that makes sense, culinary experiences on the Central Coast. has a point of view, and elevates our wines.

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LEGAL NOTICES APN: 060-307-029 TS No: CA0700123425-1-FT TO No: 2533788CAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

(The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July 29, 2022.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 13, 2026 at 09:00 AM, Breezeway facing Santa Rosa Street, County of San Luis Obispo General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on August 1, 2022 as Instrument No. 2022031426, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by LISBETH RAMIREZ, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AND WILLIAM GRIFFITH, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AND LENTHONIO EARL STEVENSON-RAMIREZ, A SINGLE MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for AMERICAN PACIFIC MORTGAGE CORPORATION as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1682 MANHATTAN AVE, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $819,647.01 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale.

Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have

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If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may visit the Internet Website address www.

Auction.com or call Auction. com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07001234-25-1-FT. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800.280.2832, or visit this internet website www.

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To: Veronica Rochelle Paramo and anyone claiming to be a parent of Rocc Dennis Collins Jr. born on 07/16/2011 at Twin Cities Community Hospital, Templeton, California 2.

A hearing will be held on February 4, 2026 at 1:15pm in Dept. 12 located at Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. *This hearing will be held remotely. If you wish to appear by telephone, your attorney in this case must notify the Court on the day of the hearing, prior to the hearing calendar. If you wish to appear in person, notify your attorney in this case. If you do not have an attorney and you wish to appear for the hearing, you must contact the court.

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This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-02-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-02-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

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This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-30-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-302030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2188 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as NEXT LEVEL ARBORIST, 10240 Digger Pine Road, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Jeremy Franklin Lowney (10240 Digger Pine Road, Santa Margarita, CA 93453).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jeremy Franklin Lowney, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-30-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 10-30-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2194 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as MOSAIC INJURY MANAGEMENT, 1457 Marsh St., Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Mosaic Massage LLC (648 Fresno Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Mosaic Massage LLC, Jordanne Purnell, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-03-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy.

Exp. 11-03-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2163 (01/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ALGLEN INC, 3050 Broad St., Suite #129, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Alglen, Inc. (3050 Broad St., Suite #129, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Alglen, Inc., David Huwaldt, Chief Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-28-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 10-28-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2196 (10/19/1994) New Filing The following person is doing business as RIDE-ON, PARENTS HELPING PARENTS, CENTRAL COAST ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY CENTER, PEOPLE FIRST, THE RANCH, SPORTS WITHOUT LIMITS, TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION, 3620 Sacramento Drive, Suite 201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. United Cerebral Palsy Association of San Luis Obispo County (3620 Sacramento Drive, Suite 201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ United Cerebral Palsy Association of San Luis Obispo County, Mark T Schaffer, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-03-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy.

Exp. 11-03-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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You have the right to be present at the hearing, to present evidence, and you have the right to be represented by an attorney. If you do not have an attorney and cannot afford to hire one, the court will appoint an attorney for you.

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If the court terminates your parental rights, the order may be final.

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The court will proceed with this hearing whether or not you are present.

Date: November 19, 2025 /s/ Myranda Morales, Deputy Clerk

FILE NO. 2025-2247 (11/12/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ERIKA’S COASTAL SWEETS, 1474 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Erika Stone (1452 Seabright Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Erika Stone. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-12-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-12-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2177 (10/30/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as RIDGE RUNNER CREATIVE, 8400 Baron Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Travis Ruppe (8400 Baron Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Travis Ruppe. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-30-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 10-30-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2203 (12/31/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT, 8750 El Camino Real, Store 1191, Atascadero, CA 93422.

San Luis Obispo County. Majco LLC (14401 Princeton Avenue, Moorpark, CA 93021). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Majco LLC, Laura K. Mollet, Secretary.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-03-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-032030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2218 (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as AT&T AUTHORIZED RETAILER #3241, 92 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Prime Comms Retail, LLC (77 Sugar Creek Center Blvd., Suite 500, Sugar Land, TX 77478). This business is conducted by A DE Limited Liability Company /s/ Prime Comms Retail, LLC, Andrew Moore - CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-062030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2231 (10/01/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as CASA BONITA APARTMENTS, 28-38 Casa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

BCC Corporation (3541 Wilkinson Lane, Lafayette, CA 94549). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ BCC Corporation, James Keefe, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy.

Exp. 11-07-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2249 (11/12/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as CORE DANCE, 882 Ricardo Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Isabella Maria De La Guerra Lund (882 Ricardo Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Isabella Maria De La Guerra Lund.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-12-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-12-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2219 (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as AT&T AUTHORIZED RETAILER #3125, 6990 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422.

San Luis Obispo County. Prime Comms Retail, LLC (77 Sugar Creek Center Blvd., Suite 500, Sugar Land, TX 77478). This business is conducted by A DE Limited Liability Company /s/ Prime Comms Retail, LLC, Andrew Moore - CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-06-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2220 (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as AT&T AUTHORIZED RETAILER #3124, 1138 W Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Prime Comms Retail, LLC (77 Sugar Creek Center Blvd., Suite 500, Sugar Land, TX 77478).

This business is conducted by A DE Limited Liability Company /s/ Prime Comms Retail, LLC, Andrew Moore - CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-06-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2226 (10/29/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ELLIANA’S WILD BLOOMS, 711 Crocker Street, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Elliana Murdock.

(711 Crocker Street, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Elliana Murdock. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-06-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2229 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO COUPLES THERAPY, 956 Walnut St., Suite 200 C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Megan Haase (956 Walnut St., Suite 200 C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Megan Haase.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-07-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2232 (11/02/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as SANTA YSABEL APARTMENTS, 875 Santa Ysabel Avenue, Los Osos, CA 93402.

San Luis Obispo County. BCC Corporation (P.O. Box 648, Orinda, CA 94563). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ BCC Corporation, James Keefe, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-07-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2251 (05/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as BRVGHELLI WINES, MICHAEL BRUGHELLI, BRVGHELLI, VIGNERONS, 2450 Brady Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Swissco Farms, Inc. (PO Box 196, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Swissco Farms, Inc., Michael Brughelli, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-12-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-12-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2233 (10/30/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as CIELO DEL MAR APARTMENTS, 3100 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. Kingwood Oaks Investment LLC (P.O. Box 648, Orinda, CA 94563).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Kingwood Oaks Investment LLC, James Keefe, Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-07-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2255 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as FUNDING STRATEGY SYSTEMS, 7745 Yesal Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422.

San Luis Obispo County. Robert Todd Warner (7745 Yesal Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert Todd Warner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-132030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2234 (04/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as SUNSHINE CLEANERS, 1075 Karina Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Thomas Richards (PO Box 13652, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Thomas Richards.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-07-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2245 (08/18/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as MORRO BAY RV TRAILER PARK & APTS, 425 Bonita Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Steven R Kubes, Theresa L Bartoo (PO Box 567, Santa Ynez, CA 93460). This business is conducted by A Trust /s/ Steven Kubes, Trustee of Steven Kubes Irrevocable Trust. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-10-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 11-10-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2256 (06/01/1990) New Filing The following person is doing business as GENESIS WATER, 356 North 16th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Frank Udall Lindsay (356 North 16th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Frank Udall Lindsay.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2257 (11/13/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as STEEL ROOT DESIGN, 1125 Atascadero St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Moises Hernandez (1125 Atascadero St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Moises Hernandez.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2258 (11/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST KAYAKS, 1879 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Grateful Adventures LLC (420 Woodland Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Grateful Adventures LLC, Tanya Walker, Manager Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2260 (11/13/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as COASTAL GROVE PYSCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, 2950 Broad Street #1125, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Jessica Duncan (2950 Broad Street #1125, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jessica Duncan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, MA Nelson, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2263 (11/11/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as DELLA MORA HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING, 10455 Lynch Canyon Road, Bradley, CA 93426. Monterey County. Michael Dellamora (180 Mace St. #C17, Chula Vista, CA 91911). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Dellamora. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1114-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2264 (11/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MARSHALL’S MIC, 1560 Elderberry Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. MKENTW, Inc. (P.O. Box 1275, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ MKENTW, Inc., Marshall Williams, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2266 (07/15/1994) New Filing The following person is doing business as ALL STAR PAINTING, 748 Shamrock Ln., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Gregory Allen Hadley (748 Shamrock Ln., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gregory Allen Hadley.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025-2275 (02/19/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as NSI, 567 Camino Mercado, Ste. B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Newport Support, Inc. (567 Camino Mercado, Ste. B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Newport Support, Inc., Sevan Tulgar, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025-2276 (08/01/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO SPLASH BROS, 670 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. David Michael Jones (PO Box 110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David Michael Jones.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025-2282 (05/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as ORBAS CONSTRUCTION, 1130 Golf Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Betty Coyne (1130 Golf Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Betty Coyne.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025-2284 (11/11/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SALTY SAVVY TRAVELS, 406 S. Elm St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Michelle D. Brazda (406 S. Elm St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michelle D. Brazda.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 11-18-2030. November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2285 (02/23/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ROUND UP PIZZA, 815 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Round Up Pizza (815 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Round Up Pizza, Monica Casas, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-18-2030.

November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2291 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as QUALITY AUTO BODY, 1975 Cienaga Blvd., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County.

Rudy Renteria, Rudy G Renteria (1312 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Rudy Renteria. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 1119-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2293 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as LIFE BY JULIA, 2950 Broad Street #1061, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Julia Sophia Rocchio (2950 Broad Street #1061, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julia Sophia Rocchio. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 11-192030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2297 (11/20/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO COAST JEWELRY, 3178 Ocean Blvd., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County.

Sara Hernandez (PO Box 171, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sara Hernandez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1120-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-20-2030.

November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2302 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as NOMADIC TOUCH MOBILE MASSAGE THERAPY, 2271 Holden Ave., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County.

Erik Reinhardt Swanson (2271 Holden Ave., Oceano, CA 93445).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Erik Reinhardt Swanson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 1121-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2310 (01/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as RANCHO SESTERO MOBILE BUTCHERING, 1478 Camino Caballo, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Michael Martin Moreno, Jaime Ann Moreno (906 N School Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Michael Martin Moreno. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-24-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy.

Exp. 11-24-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2300 (11/21/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as XAKTIV, 439 Mercedes Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Ron S. Supat (439 Mercedes Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ron S. Supat. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, W. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 11-21-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2305 (11/21/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as JOYFUL DANCER, 1022 Sycamore Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Ann Stump (1022 Sycamore Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ann Stump. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 1121-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2311 (11/24/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ECHO-PHOENIX WELLNESS, 1778 Bee Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Casey Hackmeyer (1778 Bee Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Casey Hackmeyer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-24-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy.

Exp. 11-24-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY RECIRCULATED DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) Lead Agency: Agency Name: City of Pismo Beach Street Address: 760 Mattie Road City/State/Zip: Pismo Beach, CA, 93449 Contact: Cindy Jacinth, Planning Manager Telephone: (805) 773-7043 SUBJECT: Notice of Availability of a Recirculated Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) City of Pismo Beach General Plan/Local Coastal Program and Zoning Code Update State Clearinghouse No. 2021010158 Pursuant to Section 15085 and 15087(a), Title 14, California Code of Regulations, this Notice is provided to announce that the City of Pismo Beach has completed a Recirculated Draft EIR for the proposed project described below and that it is available for public review.

Project Background and Description: The Draft EIR for the Pismo Beach General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan (GP/LCP) Update was circulated for a 45-day public review period that began on February 1, 2022 and ended on March 18, 2022. Following the end of the public review period for the Draft EIR, the City prepared an Administrative Draft Final EIR. In addition to addressing public comments, the Administrative Draft Final EIR reflected removal of the Facilities Element from the GP/LCP Update and incorporation of Facilities Element policies into other elements. The Planning Commission hearings for the Final EIR were held on July 25 and August 22, 2023. The City Council hearing for the Final EIR was scheduled for October 2023. However, prior to the City Council hearing, the City determined that the Safey Element would also be removed from the GP/LCP Update.

In accordance with Public Resources Code Section 21092.1 and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15088.5, the City of Pismo Beach (City) has elected to recirculate a portion of the Pismo Beach General Plan/Local Coastal Plan Update (GP/LCP Update) Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (SCH #2021010158).

The changes disclosed within this Recirculated Draft EIR are made to address changes that have occurred following the closure of the 45-day public review period of the Draft EIR in March 2022, including: (1) the removal of the Facilities Element and incorporation of Facilities Element policies into other elements, (2) the removal of the Safety Element from the GP/LCP Update, and (3) changes to the GP/LCP Update, including to the goals, policies, and actions within the GP/LCP Update.

The changes to the policies and actions within the GP/LCP Update are primarily changes made to their numbering and lettering as a result of the reordering of policies and actions within the GP/LCP Update to more clearly define which policies and actions are applicable to the Local Coastal Program. These changes also include minor language changes to specific goals, policies, and actions within the GP/LCP. In addition, these changes include the addition of new goals, policies, and actions added to the Conservation and Open Space Element as a result of Senate Bill 1425 and the addition of new goals, policies, and actions added to the Circulation Element as a result of the reorganization of the GP/ LCP Update. Language changes to existing policies and

additional goals, policies, and actions within the GP/ LCP are intended to provide a similar, and in some cases enhanced, level of environmental protection as the goals, policies, and actions within the GP/LCP Update at the time of the release of the Draft EIR. Accordingly, the changes to the goals, policies, and actions do not result in new or substantially more severe environmental impacts than what was evaluated within the Draft EIR.

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2321 (11/21/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TAV COMMUNICATIONS, 1141 Green Oaks Drive, BaywoodLos Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Julia Zlatkin (1141 Green Oaks Drive, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julia Zlatkin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-25-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 1125-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2324 (11/26/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as FREEDOM 1 REALTY, 1248 E Grand Ave., Ste. E, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Julie M Klein (2550 Cienaga St., Space 30, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julie M. Klein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-2030.

December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2323 (11/26/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as HELIX HEALTH, 1140 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. General Distributing and Sales Company Inc. (1140 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ General Distributing and Sales Company Inc., Mike Gerson, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-2030.

December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2318 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST AGAVE, 4220 Union Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

David Barker (4220 Union Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David Barker. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-25-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy.

Exp. 11-25-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arroyo Grande (“City”) invites and will receive sealed Bids up to but not later than 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at the Public Works Office located at 1375 Ash St., Arroyo Grande, CA, 93420, for the furnishing to City of all labor, equipment, materials, tools, services, transportation, permits, utilities, and all other items necessary for 2026 PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS (PW 2025-19) - HSIPSL-5199(039) (the “Project”). Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked: 2026 PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS (PW 2025-19) HSIPSL-5199(039)

Hazardous Substances or Wastes Site Listing: The project site is not listed on any of the sites enumerated under Section 65962.5 of the California Government Code which identify sites known to contain hazardous waste facilities, land designated as hazardous waste property, hazardous waste disposal sites and others.

Bids must be submitted on the City’s Bid Forms. Bidders may obtain a copy of the Contract Documents from the CIP Manager, Theresa Wren, twren@arroyogrande.org or (805) 473-5441 or the City’s website https:// arroyogrande.org/Bids.aspx. To the extent required by section 20103.7 of the Public Contract Code, the City shall provide an electronic copy of the Contract Documents at no charge to the contractor plan room. Addenda, if any, will be posted on the City’s website, sent to the plan rooms and any known plan holders. Failure to acknowledge addenda may make a bid nonresponsive and not eligible for award of the contract.

In addition, the Recirculated Draft EIR is available for review at the Shell Beach Library at the following location: Shell Beach Library 230 Leeward Avenue, Pismo Beach California 93449 The Recirculated Draft EIR is also available for public review on the City of Pismo Beach website at: https:// pismobeach.org/995/Public-Hearing-Documents Written comments may be submitted to the City during the public review period to the contact person below.

Comments should be limited to the materials included within the Recirculated Draft EIR. Comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on February 11, 2026.

City of Pismo Beach Planning Division Attn: Cindy Jacinth, Planning Manager- City of Pismo Beach General Plan/Local Coastal Plan (GP/LCP) Recirculated Draft Program EIR 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 (805) 773-7043 cjacinth@pismobeach.org December 11, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2325 (11/23/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BOLTY THE PETSITTER, 2950 Broad St. #1152, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Bolty’s Bazaar LLC (2108 N St. Ste. N, Sacramento, CA 95816). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Boltys Bazaar LLC, Sarah Bolton, Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-2030.

December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2326 (01/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as LATTIS, 9522 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422.

San Luis Obispo County. Lattis Networks Corporation (PO Box 3252, Atascadero, CA 93423).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Lattis Networks Corporation, Theodore Allen Dronen, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy.

Exp. 11-26-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2331 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as ACRE COFFEE CO., 619 Vista Pacifica Circle, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County.

Thomas W. Whitaker (619 Vista Pacifica Circle, Pismo Beach, CA 93449).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Thomas W. Whitaker.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy.

Exp. 12-01-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

00 11 16 – NOTICE INVITING BIDS

At said time, Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after said time shall be returned unopened. Bids received by fax or email will not be considered. Bids shall be valid for a period of 90 calendar days after the Bid opening date.

City of Pismo Beach City Hall, Community Development Department 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2313 (01/12/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as HORIZON REALTY AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 939 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Horizon Realty and Property Management (939 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Horizon Realty and Property Management, Inc., Lorraine Sterkel, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-24-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 11-24-2030. November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

The project analyzed is the proposed City of Pismo Beach GP/LCP Update, which includes updates to the Land Use, Conservation and Open Space, Noise, and Circulation Elements of the City’s 1992 GP/LCP. The GP/LCP Update does not include updates to the Parks, Recreation, and Access Element, Safety Element, and Housing Element. The Facilities Element is being eliminated and incorporated into other elements. The Design Element is being eliminated and incorporated into the Land Use Element. The Growth Management Element is being removed due to updates to California Housing Element Law and implementation of Senate Bill 330. With the GP/ LCP Update, the City GP/LCP will consist of the following seven elements: 1) Circulation, 2) Conservation and Open Space, 3) Housing, 4) Land Use, 5) Noise, 6) Parks, Recreation, Access, and 7) Safety. Figure 1 illustrates the project’s location in a regional setting. Figure 2 illustrates the proposed land use plan.

Public Review: The public review and comment period for the Recirculated Draft EIR will be from December 11, 2025 to February 11, 2026. The Recirculated Draft EIR is available for review at the Community Development Department at the following location:

LEGAL NOTICES

PROJECT DESCRIPTION In general, the project consists of curb extensions, speed tables, crosswalk improvements, refuge island on East Branch Street and on Huasna Road, landscaping, storm drain inlet improvements on East Branch Street and on Hillcrest Drive, sidewalk improvements on Elm Street south of Sunset Drive, RRFBs and speeds signs, and various sidewalk repair throughout the City of Arroyo Grande.

Contract time is established at 60 working days for BASE BID. City staff will work with contractor to determine additional contract days dependent on BID ALTERNATES awarded.

Unless otherwise provided in the Instructions for Bidders, each Bidder shall be a licensed contractor pursuant to sections 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code in the following classification(s) throughout the time it submits its Bid and for the duration of the contract: Class A General Engineering Contractor. Failure to possess the specified license will render the Bid as non-responsive.

It is the responsibility of each prospective bidder to download and print all Bid Documents for review and to verify the completeness of Bid Documents, including any Addenda, before submitting a bid. The City does not assume any liability or responsibility based on any defective or incomplete copying, excerpting, scanning, faxing, downloading or printing of the Bid Documents. Information on the City’s website may change without notice to prospective bidders.

A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00 am at Public Works Office (1375 Ash St., Arroyo Grande). Representatives of the City will be present. Questions are due by Friday, December 19, 2025, at 4:00 pm. Send questions to Capital Improvement Projects Manager, Theresa Wren at twren@arroyogrande. org. Questions received after that date will not be answered.

Each Bid shall be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or Bid Bond secured from a surety company satisfactory to the City, the amount of which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted Total Bid Price, made payable to City of Arroyo Grande as bid security.

The bid security shall be provided as a guarantee that within ten (10) working days after the City provides the successful bidder the Notice of Award, the successful Bidder will enter into a contract and provide the necessary bonds and certificates of insurance. The bid security will be declared forfeited if the successful Bidder fails to comply within said time. No interest will be paid on funds deposited with City.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Faithful Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Payment Bond each in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price. Each bond shall be in the forms set forth herein, shall be secured from a surety company that meets all State of California bonding requirements, as defined in California Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, and that is a California admitted surety insurer.

Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, the successful Bidder may substitute certain securities for

funds withheld by City to ensure its performance under the contract.

Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1773, City has obtained the prevailing rate of per diem wages and the prevailing wage rate for holiday and overtime work applicable in San Luis Obispo County from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to execute this contract. A copy of these prevailing wage rates may be obtained via the internet at: www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/ In addition, a copy of the prevailing rate of per diem wages is available upon request. The successful bidder shall post a copy of the prevailing wage rates at each job site. It shall be mandatory upon the Bidder to whom the Contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractors, to comply with all Labor Code provisions, which include but are not limited to the payment of not less than the said specified prevailing wage rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract, employment of apprentices, hours of labor and debarment of contractors and subcontractors.

Pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a contract to perform public work must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. No Bid will be accepted nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and subcontractors’ current registration with the Department of Industrial Relations to perform public work. If awarded a contract, the Bidder and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the Department of Industrial Relations for the duration of the Project. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the contractor registration requirements mandated by Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 shall not apply to work performed on a public works project that is exempt pursuant to the small project exemption specified in Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1.

This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. In bidding on this Project, it shall be the Bidder’s sole responsibility to evaluate and include the cost of complying with all labor compliance requirements under this contract and applicable law in its Bid. The California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) implemented amendments to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulations (“Regulation”) which are effective on January 1, 2024, and apply broadly to all selfpropelled off road diesel vehicles 25 horsepower or greater and other forms of equipment used in California. A copy of the Regulation is available at https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/barcu/regact/2022/ off-roaddiesel/appa-1.pdf. Bidders are required to comply with all CARB and Regulation requirements, including, without limitation, all applicable sections of the Regulation, as codified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations section 2449 et seq. throughout the term of the Project.

Bidders must provide, with their Bid, copies of Bidder’s and all listed subcontractors the most recent, valid Certificate of Reported Compliance (“CRC”) issued by CARB. Failure to provide valid CRCs as required herein may render the Bid non-responsive.

Substitution requests shall be made within 35 calendar days after the award of the contract. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400(b), the City may make findings designating that certain additional materials, methods or services by specific brand or trade name other than those listed in the Standard Specifications be used for the Project. Such findings, if any, as well as the materials, methods or services and their specific brand or trade names that must be used for the Project may be found in the Special Conditions.

City shall award the contract for the Project to the lowest responsive, responsible Bidder as determined by the City from the BASE BID. The City specifically reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to reject any or all bids, to re-bid, to award the contract based on any combination of bid schedule line items, locations, or portions thereof, in the best interest of the City and as budget allows. No bidder shall have any claim on account of the City’s exercise of this discretion, or to waive inconsequential defects in bidding not involving time, price, or quality of the work. The City may waive any minor irregularities in the bids. Any bid may be withdrawn prior to bid opening but not afterward.

END OF NOTICE INVITING BIDS /s/ Jessica Matson, City Clerk December 11, 2025 and December 18, 2025

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LEGAL NOTICES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 39 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: WAYNE LEON ADAIR DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0330 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: WAYNE LEON ADAIR A AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LARRY DALE ADAIR in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE AMENDED PETITION OF PROBATE requests that LARRY DALE ADAIR be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Shannon M Bio 1212 Marsh Street, Suite 3 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-781-3645 December 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2332 (12/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ROBOTIC ARM GROUP, 9408 Santa Clara Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Robert Francis Armata Jr. (9408 Santa Clara Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert Francis Armata Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 1201-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANDREA HELMING DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0367 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ANDREA HELMING A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTINE EDISON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that CHRISTINE EDISON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 6, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Brian Craig Kreowski, Esq. 1435 Shell Beach Road Shell Beach, CA 93449 805-773-5661 December 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2333 (12/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TRUE NORTH HANDYMAN SERVICES, 285 Scarlett Cir., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Cody Briggs (285 Scarlett Cir., Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cody Briggs.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-012030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2334 (05/28/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as CULTIVATE WELLNESS, 285 Scarlett Cir., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Elizabeth Briggs (285 Scarlett Cir., Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Elizabeth Briggs.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-012030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID M. BABCOCK, aka DAVID MILES BABCOCK DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0385 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAVID M. BABCOCK, aka DAVID MILES BABCOCK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KRISTINA K. BABCOCK in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that KRISTINA K. BABCOCK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Charron O’Neill O’Neill & Woolpert 1014 Palm Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-543-7695 December 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2339 (10/21/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SMG UNLIMITED INC, 5685 Monterey Rd. Unit B, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. SMG Unlimited Inc (6901 Balcom Ave., Reseda, CA 91335). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SMG Unlimited Inc, Michael Sheynis, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-01-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LIANA FOREST DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0371 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LIANA FOREST A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTOPHER L. KITTS in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that CHRISTOPHER L. KITTS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 13, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Skye Christakos George, Cyr & Christakos, Inc. PO Box 6129 Los Osos, CA 93412 805-528-3394 November 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2342 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as SUNNYSIDE PEDIATRIC THERAPY, 1315 5th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Ruane, Devon E Ruane (1315 5th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Devon Ruane E, Partner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-02-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 1202-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: VERA TELETHIA HOPKINSOWENS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0244 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: VERA TELETHIA HOPKINS-OWENS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by NORA LEE KIRKER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that NORA LEE KIRKER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 3, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Karine Wegrzynowicz 15 W Carrillo St., Ste. 103 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-837-0125 December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2344 (10/13/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO ENGLISH TEACHER ENTERPISES, 842 Alyssum Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

William Mark Howell (842 Alyssum Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ William Mark Howell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-02-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy.

Exp. 12-02-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GERALD GOULD DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0067

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, and contingent creditors of GERALD GOULD and persons who may be otherwise interested in the will or estate, or both: A petition for probate has been filed by HEIDI GOULD in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO, requesting that HEIDI GOULD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of GERALD GOULD. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. This will avoid the need to obtain court approval for many actions taken in connection with the estate. However, before taking certain actions, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or have consented to the proposed action. The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority The petition is set for HEARING in this court as follows: January 13, 2026, at 9:01 a.m., in Dept. No. 4 in person or via ZOOM at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 58 of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of delivery of the notice to you under Section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner David S. Hamilton Hamilton Law Firm 755 Santa Rosa Street, Suite 300 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 November 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2345 (11/29/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MORRO BAY SPORTSCARDS, 469 Fresno Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Andrew Francis Price (469 Fresno Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Andrew Francis Price. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-02-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy.

Exp. 12-02-2030. December 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2352 (12/02/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as PAWS, 987 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Imaginary Girl LLC (987 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Imaginary Girl LLC, Dana Minnoch, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-03-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 1203-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) CHERYL BROWN, an individual; And DOES 1 to 5, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, a National Banking Association CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 24LCP-0765 Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados.

Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll.

Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda

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CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso): 24LCP-0765 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 901 PARK STREET PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): THE DUNNING LAW FIRM APC California DFPI Debt Collector License #10059-99 Donald T. Dunning (144665) James MacLeod (249145) 9619 Chesapeake Dr. Suite 210 San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 974-7600 Date: (Fecha) 09/23/2024 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario); Dana Dowse, Deputy (Adjunto) November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2361 (12/04/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MOOSE LANDSCAPING, 710 Old County Road, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Patrick L Flaherty (710 Old County Road, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Patrick L. Flaherty. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 1204-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2362 (12/20/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as RETREAT REAL ESTATE, 1100 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Retreat Vacation Rentals, Inc. (1100 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Retreat Vacation Rentals, Inc., Leslie Yarlott, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy.

Exp. 12-04-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2368 (06/01/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as LOS OSOS LIQUOR INC, 2004 10th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Los Osos Liquor Inc. (2004 10th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Los Osos liquor Inc., Ghassan Albek, Treasurer.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-04-2030.

December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2370 (12/03/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SHALE RIDGE RANCH, SHALE RIDGE DESIGN, 2645 Shale Ridge Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Benjamin T. Shepard, Rachel Berquist (2645 Shale Ridge Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Benjamin T. Shepard. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 1204-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) RAYMOND C. CATTANEO aka RAYMOND CHARLES CATTANEO, an individual dba RAY’S OWN BRAND; NINAMARIE PICCARDO CATTANEO, an individual; DOES 1-100, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): TBF FINANCIAL I, LLC, CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 30-2025-01497860-CLBC-CJC Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados.

Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cual-

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quier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll.

Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

SUMMONS (Family Law) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Dulce Belen Calzada You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page.

Petitioner’s name is: Damik Xavier Alvarez Case Number: 25FL02802

the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e., joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption. You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property.

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auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit this Internet Web site , using the file number assigned to this case 42095. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase.

First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 805-5437088, or visit this internet website www.eloandata.com, using the file number assigned to this case 42095 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee.

Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Date: 11/21/2025. All American Foreclosure Service, 179 Niblick Rd #262, Paso Robles CA 93446.

(805) 543-7088. Sheryle A. Machado, Certified Trustee Sale Officer.

EXIBIT A - LEGAL DESCRIPTION. THE LAND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, UNINCORPORATED AREA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 229, UNIT 32, CALIFORNIA VALLEY, AS PER RECORD OF SURVEY FILED FOR RECORD APRIL 10, 1961 IN BOOK 11 OF RECORD OF SURVEYS AT PAGE 60, RECORDS OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, TOGETHER WITH A NONEXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER, ALONG AND ACROSS THE STREETS AS REFERRED TO AND SHOWN ON ALL PRESENTLY RECORDED RECORDS OF SURVEY OF UNITS OF CALIFORNIA VALLEY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM AN UNDIVIDED ONE PERCENT (1%) OF ANY AND ALL OIL, GAS AND/OR OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES, AS RESERVED BY GOLDTREE INVESTMENT COMPANY IN THE DEED RECORDED NOVEMBER 23, 1936 IN BOOK 204, PAGE 416, OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM AN UNDIVIDED FORTY NINE PERCENT (49%) OF ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING IN, UNDER OR UPON SAID PROPERTY LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF FIVE HUNDRED (500) FEET FROM THE SURFACE, BUT WITHOUT RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY, AS RESERVED BY SECURITY TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, A CORPORATION, IN THE DEED RECORDED JANUARY 15, 1968 IN BOOK 1462, PAGE 259 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS.

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO DEMOLISH STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 241 Hathway Ave., SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA

CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso): 30-2025-01497860-CL-BC-CJC The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF ORANGE 700 Civic Center Drive West Santa Ana, CA 92701 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): HEMAR ROUSSO & HEALD, LLP 15910 Ventura Blvd., 12th Floor Encino, CA 91436 818-501-3800 Date: (Fecha) 07/17/2025 By: /s/ David H. Yamasaki, Clerk (Secretario); C. Leon, Deputy (Adjunto) December 11, 18, 25, 2025 & January 1, 2026

SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: Bryant Onyeneke; and DOES 1-10 YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: Gurdeep Singh CASE NUMBER: 25CV0403 Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond in 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0403 The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1035 Palm Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Darin K. Spiegel, Esquire (SBN 262160) Roberts & Spiegel LLP 412 Marsh Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-542-9900 Date: 06/18/2025 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk, Matthew Zepeda Money, Deputy Clerk November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.

For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

NOTICE: Restraining orders are on page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.

PAGE 2: STANDARD FAMILY LAW RESTRAINING ORDERS Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from: 1. removing the minor children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court; 2. cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor children; 3. transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and 4. creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party.

You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining order are effective.

However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or you own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.

WARNING-IMPORTANT INFORMATION California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during a marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divided, the language in

1. The name and address of the court are: Sacramento Superior Court 3341 Power Inn Road Sacramento, CA 95826 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney are: Damik Xavier Alvarez 10893 Bellone Way Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (916) 256-6722 Date: June 27, 2025 /s/ Clerk, by H. Bolton, Deputy November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2371 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as UPWARDLYCO, UPWARDLY CO, 2612 Helena St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Mindbalance LLC (2612 Helena St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Mindbalance LLC, Sally Morrison, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 12-04-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2374 (04/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as DOLPHIN COVE MOTEL, 170 Main St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Manish Enterprises, Inc. (170 Main St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Manish Enterprises, Inc., Manish Gupta, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-05-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-05-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2376 (08/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as RAD GARAGE DOOR SERVICES, 437 Mercedes Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Roger Duran, Deborah Duran (435 Mercedes Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Roger Duran.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-082030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2377 (12/08/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as VANGUARD ONDEMAND COURIER, 1630 Tonini Drive, Apt. 3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Dalton Miller (1630 Tonini Drive, Apt. 3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dalton Miller. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy.

Exp. 12-08-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

NEW FILE NO. 2025-2286 OLD FILE NO. 2023-1719 J.B.J. Round Up Pizza, 815 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 07/21/2023. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Hermelindo Casas, Bertha V Casas (2776 Newton Dr., Cambria, CA 93428). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Hermelindo Casas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11/18/2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By M. Maltby, Deputy Clerk.

November 20, 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE.

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/8/2020. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. NOTICE: ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE, AS TRUSTEE, WILL NOT ACCEPT THIRD PARTY ENDORSED CASHIER’S CHECKS. ALL CASHIER’S CHECKS MUST BE PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: AARON T. POWELL AND CRYSTAL D. POWELL, Duly Appointed Trustee: All American Foreclosure Service. Recorded 6/8/2020 as Instrument No. 2020027781 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California. Date of Sale: 12/18/2025 at 11:00 AM. Place of Sale: in the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building located at 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 . Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $20,678.96.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: VACAN LAND. A.P.N.: 082-191-062 See attached Legal Description Exhibit ‘’A’’. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale notice to: All American Foreclosure Service, 179 Niblick Rd #262, Paso Robles, CA 93446. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of the monies paid to the trustee and the successful bidder shall have no recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee

November 27, December 4, & 11, 2025

FILE NO. 2025-2380 (01/10/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as INSIDE THE INVISIBLE, 660 Vista Del Rio, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Ken B Kaisch (660 Vista Del Rio, Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ken B. Kaisch.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 1208-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2385 (02/04/1984) New Filing The following person is doing business as A & M ROOFING, 3250 El Camino Real A-1, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Michael A Bonilla (10820 Colorado Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael A Bonilla.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 1208-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2386 (12/08/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TREE TOP RETREAT, 1560 Emerson Road, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Marlen Tanner, Paul Dean McKinney (5860 Santa Rosa Creek Road, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Marlen Tanner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1209-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-092030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2387 (12/09/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as GANDER ENTERPRISES, 450 Front Street, Avila Beach, CA 93424. San Luis Obispo County. Gander Publishing, Inc. (PO Box 780 Avila Beach, CA 93424). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Gander Publishing, Inc., Jen Beck, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-09-2025.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-09-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025-2390 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as MIDAS TOUCH MASSAGE THERAPY, 129 Halcyon Rd., Unit B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Brian Allen Buchholtz (121 Eucaluptus Road, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brian Allen Buchholtz, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-09-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 12-09-2030. December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the owner of the property located at 241 Hathway Ave. , San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 intends to demolish the existing residence.

A Historic Resource Evaluation prepared by Dr. James Papp, Historian and Architectural Historian for the City and County of San Luis Obispo, concluded that the residence on the property does not qualify for the National Register of Historic Places, the California Register of Historical Resources, or the City of San Luis Obispo’s Master List or Contributing List.

The evaluation determined that the structure does not possess historical or architectural significance and is not associated with any notable historical events or persons. Additionally, no evidence suggests the property has yielded or is likely to yield important archaeological information.

Demolition of the structure is proposed in accordance with the City of San Luis Obispo’s Historic Preservation Ordinance. For more information or to submit comments, please contact the City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department at (805) 7817170 or visit www.slocity.org.

Salvage or Relocation Opportunity: Prior to demolition, the property owner is open to inquiries from individuals or organizations interested in relocating any of the structures, or salvaging building materials. If you are interested, please contact the owner directly at (805) 4414050 to discuss access and logistics.

Dated: December 11, 2025, January 1, & 22, 2025 PJ Designs Inc. (805) 550-7436

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CV0628 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Teresa Henkel filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Not Named Mcclung to PROPOSED NAME: Terrell Henkel THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: January 8, 2026, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 4, in person or via zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St., Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: November 20, 2025 /s/: Craig B. van Rooyen, Judge of the Superior Court November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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LEGAL NOTICES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 41 LEGAL NOTICES Public Notice of Lien Sale Business & Professional Code 21700

Notice is hereby given that a Public Lien Auction will be held at Storage 101 1420 Ramada Dr. Paso Robles CA 93446 on Saturday December 13, 2025 @10a.m.

Contents stored in the following Units Will be sold: 109 Pat Hyfield, 122 Pat Hyfield, 175 Silvia Cadena, 235 Jonathan Lavorgna, 312B Melissa Ramirez, 313B Brad McDonough, 402 Edgar Valencia, 661 Janet Hernandez, 610 David Farelas Auction Conducted by Hitchin’ Post Auctioneers Bond # MS 879-23-57 December 4 & 11, 2025

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CV0665 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Joseph John Schultz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Joseph John Schultz to PROPOSED NAME: John Joseph Schultz THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: December 10, 2025, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 4, in person or via zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St., Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 16, 2025 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CVP0388 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Andrea Elizabeth Valdes filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Andrea Elizabeth Valdes to PROPOSED NAME: Andrea Elizabeth Maldonado THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: January 14, 2026, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2, in person or via zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 15, 2025 /s/: MC Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court December 11, 18, 25, 2025, & January 1, 2026

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CVP0327 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Alisa Yvonne Gray filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Alisa Yvonne Gray to PROPOSED NAME: Gertrude Espinoza THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: January 21, 2026, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2, in person or via zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: November 17, 2025 /s/: MC Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court November 27, December 4, 11, & 18, 2025

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New Times Media Group is looking for its next photographer—someone with a knack for capturing the candid, an expert in the art of taking environmental portraits, and a passionate advocate for photojournalism.

We’re looking for a curious soul who’s interested in capturing the images that will help us tell the stories that our community needs to hear, a photojournalist who can encapsulate the essence of the news with a single image. Our next photographer should understand why local journalism is important, shoot with an eye for details big and small, believe in honesty and integrity, and have the ability to hit a hard deadline.

This is a part-time, assignment-based position (with hours that vary from week to week) that shoots photos for two weekly newspapers, the Sun and New Times, with a coverage area that stretches through San Luis Obispo County and Northern Santa Barbara County. Other assignments may include shooting photos for our Menus Magazine.

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FOR THE WEEK OF DEC. 11

CITY OF ATASCADERO

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO:

San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission

WHEN: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600.)

WHAT:

Hearing to consider an amendment to the Inland Land Use Ordinance relating to the establishment of the fallowed land registry for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Multi-Benefit Irrigated Land Repurposing (MILR) Program.

County File Number: Not applicable Assessor Parcel Number: Not applicable Supervisorial District: Districts 1 and 5 Date Authorized: Not applicable

WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets.

At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be available on the Planning Department website, www.sloplanning.

You may contact org.

Blaine Reely, Groundwater Sustainability Director, at (805) 781-4206 or at breely@co.slo. ca.us.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is exempt under CEQA via the Class 7 Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15307. A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. ** DATED: December 5, 2025 YSABEL EIGHMY, SECRETARY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION December 11, 2025

Public Safety Facilities Temporary Fire Station #1 Project No. C2021B01(T1) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT The City of Atascadero will receive bids for the “Public Safety Facilities Temporary Fire Station #1” at the Atascadero City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA until December 18, 2025 at 1:30 P.M., when they will be publicly opened.

Proposals received after said time will not be considered. Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the project title, bidder’s name, and address.

The Contractor must possess a valid CLASS A CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE at the time of award.

This project is subject to the payment of Prevailing Wages, therefore the Contractor shall pay all wages and penalties as required by applicable law.

Per SB 854 (Stat. 2014, Chapter 28), no contractor or subcontractor may work or be listed on a bid proposal unless registered with the DIR. Every bid must be accompanied by a certified check/cashier’s check or bidder’s bond for 10% of the bid amount, payable to the City of Atascadero.

Bid packages will be available by November 25, 2025 to download for a fee of $22.00 on the City website, www.atascadero.org or at www.QuestCDN.com using project number eBid #9971348.

Question may be directed to the City of Atascadero at 805-470-3180 or dprice@atascadero.org Run Dates: December 4, 2025 and December 11, 2025

CITY OF EL PASO DE ROBLES NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Community Development Director of the City of El Paso de Robles will consider adoption of a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act and approval of the following project: Project Title: Hunter Ranch Resort Golf Course Project Applicant: Hunter Ranch Golf Course, LLC Project Location: 4041 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, CA Project Description: Master development plan to add 402 hotel/casita rooms, a 36,500 square feet conference center to the existing Hunter Ranch Golf Course, along with ancillary grading, drainage, utilities, landscaping, and proposed oak tree removals/impacts.

Included in the environmental review is the construction of a 0.3 mile long off-site utility corridor between Union Road and Mill Road.

The corridor will allow for the connection of utilities in Union Road to be extended to the project site in Mill Road.

The initial Public Review Period for the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration was from October 23, 2025 and concluded on, November 21, 2025. The recirculated Public Review Period for this project is December 11, 2025 to January 12, 2026.

FINDING The City of Paso Robles has reviewed the above project in accordance with the City of Paso Robles’ Rules and Procedures for the Implementation of the California Environmental quality Act and has determined that an Environmental Impact Report need not be prepared because: •

The proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment.

•X

Although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because mitigation measures included in the associated Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), and hereby made a part of the Mitigated Negative Declaration have been added to the project.

The Initial Study which provides the basis for this determination is available on the City’s website at https://www.prcity.com/CEQA. NOTICE The public is invited to provide written comment on the Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration. The appropriateness of the Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration will be considered in light of the comments received.

Questions about and comments on the proposed project and Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration may be mailed to the Community Development Department, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 or emailed to dnash@prcity.com provided that any comments are received prior to the time of the review period ends. Should you have any questions about this project, please call Darren Nash at (805) 237-3970 or send email to dnash@prcity.com. /s/ Darren Nash, City Planner Date: 12/05/2025

Free Will Astrology

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Newsletter.freewillastrology.com ARIES

(March 21-April 19): Home is a building you live in. It’s also a metaphor for the inner world you carry within you. Is it an expansive and luminous place filled with windows that look out onto vast vistas? Or is it cramped, dark, and in disrepair, a psychic space where it’s hard to feel comfortable? Does it have a floor plan you love and made yourself? Or was it designed according to other people’s expectations? It may be neither of those extremes, of course. My hope is that this horoscope will prod you to renovate aspects of your soul’s architecture. The coming months will be an excellent time for this sacred work.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20): During the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge in 1872, workers made an uncanny discovery: They could detect approaching storms by observing vibrations in the bridge’s cables. The massive metal structure was an inadvertent meteorological instrument. I’m predicting that your intuition will operate with comparable sensitivity in the coming months, Taurus. You will have a striking capacity to notice subtle signals in your environment. What others regard as background noise will reveal rich clues to you. Hot tip: Be extra alert for nuanced professional opportunities and social realignments. Like the bridge workers, you will be attuned to early signs of changing conditions.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): Sloths are so energy-efficient they can survive on 160 calories per day: the equivalent of an apple. They’ve mastered the art of thriving on minimal intake by moving deliberately and digesting thoroughly. Life is inviting you to learn from sloths, Gemini. The coming weeks will be a good time to take an inventory of your energy strategies. Are you burning fuel frantically, or are you extracting maximum nourishment from what you already possess? However you answer that question, I urge you to experiment with being more efficient—but without depriving yourself. Try measuring your productivity not by speed and flash but by the diligence of your extraction. Dig deep and be thorough. Your nervous system and bank account will thank you.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): The Danish concept of arbejdsglæde refers to the happiness and satisfaction derived from work. It’s the joy found in labor itself, not just in its financial rewards and prestige. It’s about exulting in the self-transformations you generate as you do your job. Now is an excellent time to claim this joy more than ever, Cancerian. Meditate with relish on all the character-building and soul-growth opportunities your work offers you and will continue to provide.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): In the deep Pacific Ocean, fields of giant tube worms thrive in total darkness around hydrothermal vents, converting toxic chemicals into life-sustaining energy.

These weirdly resilient creatures challenge our assumptions about which environments can support growth. I suspect your innovative approach to gathering resources in the coming months will display their adaptability. Situations that others find inhospitable or unmanageable will be intriguing opportunities for you. For best results, you should ruminate on how limitations could actually protect and nurture your development. You may discover that conventional sustenance isn’t your only option.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): For a long time, scientists didn’t understand why humans have an organ called the appendix. Most thought it was useless. But it turns out that the appendix is more active than anyone knew. Among other functions, it’s a safe haven for beneficial gut bacteria. If a health crisis disrupts our microbiome, this unsung hero repopulates our intestines with the helpful microbes we need. What was once considered irrelevant is actually a backup drive. With that in mind as a metaphor, here’s my question, Virgo: How many other parts of your world may be playing long games and performing unnoticed services that you haven’t understood yet?

Investigate that possibility!

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the coming months, you’ll be asked to wield your Libran specialties more than ever. Your allies and inner circle will need you to provide wise counsel and lucid analysis. For everyone’s sake, I hope you balance compassion with clarity and generosity with discernment. Certain collaborations will need corrective measures but shouldn’t be abandoned. Your gift will lie in finding equilibrium that honors everyone’s dignity. When in doubt, ask: “What would restore harmony rather than merely appear polite?” True diplomacy is soulful, not superficial. Bonus: The equilibrium you achieve could resonate far beyond your immediate circle.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The Hubble Space Telescope is a school bus-sized space observatory orbiting 320 miles above the Earth. There, it observes the universe free from atmospheric distortion. Its instruments and detectors need to be recalibrated continuously. Daily monitors, weekly checks, and yearly updates keep the telescope’s tech sharp as it ages. I believe it’s a good time for you Scorpios to do your own recalibrations. Subtle misalignments between your intentions and actions can now be corrected. Your basic vision and plans are sound; the adjustments required are minor. For best results, have maximum fun as you fine-tune your fundamentals.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Leonardo da Vinci painted his iconic Mona Lisa on a thin panel of poplar wood, which naturally expands and contracts with changes in humidity. Over the centuries, this movement has caused a crack and measurable warping.

One side of the classic opus is bending a bit more than the other. Let’s use this as a metaphor for you, Sagittarius. I suspect that a fine quality you are known for and proud of is changing shape. This should be liberating, not worrisome. If even the Mona Lisa can’t remain static, why should you? I say: Let your masterwork age. Just manage the process with grace and generosity. The central beauty may be changing, but it’s still beautiful.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “Apoptosis” is a word referring to programmed cell death. It’s a process by which your aging, damaged, or obsolete cells deliberately destroy themselves for the benefit of your organism as a whole. This “cellular suicide” is carefully regulated and crucial for development, maintenance, and protection against diseases. About 50 to 70 billion cells die in you every day, sacrificing themselves so you can live better. Let’s use this healthy process as a psychospiritual metaphor. What aspects of your behavior and belief system need to die off right now so as to promote your total well-being?

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Which parts of your foundations are built to strengthen with age? Which are showing cracks? The coming months will be an excellent time to reinforce basic structures so they will serve you well into the future. Don’t just patch problems. Rebuild and renovate using the very best ingredients. Your enduring legacy will depend on this work, so choose materials that strengthen as they mature rather than crumble. Nothing’s permanent in life, but some things are sturdier and more lasting than others.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20): Along the Danube River in Europe, migrating storks return each spring to rebuild massive nests atop church steeples, roofs, and trees. New generations often reuse previous bases, adding additional twigs, grass, roots, and even human-made stuff like cloth and plastics. Some of these structures have lasted for centuries and weigh half a ton. Let’s make this a prime metaphor for you in the coming months, Pisces. I see your role as an innovator who improves and enhances good traditions. You will bring your personal genius to established beauty and value. You will blend your futuristic vision with ancestral steadiness, bridging tomorrow with yesterday. ∆

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