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Local advocates concerned about what recent surge in ICE arrests means for 2026

he last few days of 2025 were very different than the rest of the year when it came to immigration enforcement on the Central

issue with a press conference on Jan. 2 outside the ICE facility in Santa Maria. Primitiva told New Times that the number of arrests reported to 805 UndocuFund reflects a minimum. “We know that the number is higher. Not 100 percent of the apprehensions that are being reported in the region are reported to the hotline,” she said. New Times reached out to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and was directed to a press release posted on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) website. ICE reported arresting 118 “illegal aliens” in Santa Barbara and SLO counties between Dec. 26 and 31.

under 14, assault, and burglary. Hernandez said that nationally, about 30 percent of those arrested as part of immigration enforcement operations have a criminal record, most of which are minor offenses like traffic violations. More than 70 percent of those being detained, she said, have no criminal record. “Some of the patterns that we’ve documented, it’s reflective of systemic racial profiling,” she said. “The majority of the people were farmworkers, migrant, indigenous from the Mixtec, Zapotec, and other Indigenous peoples, so people who are very, very vulnerable. … Very, very prone to abuses of power.” During the Jan. 6 SLO County Board of

Filed by the deceased Phillip Baker’s sons, granddaughter, and his power of attorney, Alice Wysocki, on Dec. 30, 2025, the lawsuit also points fingers at San Luis Obispo County, Department of Social Services Director Devin Drake, and a slew of doctors, nurses, social workers, and Adult Protective Services staff. Adventist Health and the county told New Times they couldn’t comment on pending litigation. County Counsel Jon Ansolabehere added that the county hadn’t been formally

served with the complaint as of Jan. 6. According to the complaint, Adult Protective Services and sheriff’s deputies transported Baker to Sierra Vista without consent in May 2025 after a neighbor claimed abuse. “Beginning on May 21, 2025, Dr. Baker was restrained to a bed, in a locked emergency department (ED) for more than twenty-four hours,” the complaint said. “During this time Dr. Baker was without a lawful advocate, without food, water,

Coast. An estimated 147 arrests were made in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties over a fourday period at the end of December, according to 805 UndocuFund Executive Director Primitiva Hernandez, including at least 87 in the city of Santa Maria, 12 in Paso Robles, 10 in San Miguel, and nine in San Luis Obispo. Immigration arrests have become a near daily occurrence across the area that 805 UndocuFund covers, Hernandez said on Jan. 5, adding that she received a report that someone was arrested in Santa Maria that day. But what happened between FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM Dec. 27 and 30 was outside the norm. “If this is how 2025 came to a close, what can [the Central Coast] expect in 2026?” Hernandez said. “This is what we witnessed at the end of 2025, compared to what is typical in prior years. That should be alarming.” Her organization receives reports of immigration arrests across the Tri-County area through the 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Network, a community-led initiative that aims to provide support and resources to undocumented individuals and families. When the network receives a report or phone call about an arrest, volunteers respond to the scene and reach out to the family. “The number that we’re reporting on, our data, comes from confirmed and documented apprehensions. They are confirmed by our volunteers on the ground,” Hernandez said. “They are ENFORCEMENT PROTEST In June 2025, high school students walked out of schools to protest immigration arrests around the reported to the hotline, and country and in Santa Maria. In December, immigration advocates protested against a surge in enforcement activity in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. we confirm with their family members.” She called Santa Maria Supervisors meeting, several residents voiced “ICE ended 2025 with a surge operation in the epicenter of the recent wave of enforcement California targeting the worst of the worst criminal their concerns about the recent surge in ICE and pointed to San Miguel as an example of illegal aliens,” DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia enforcement, calling on the board to take stronger what SLO County residents should be concerned McLaughlin said in the release. “In 2026, our action to protect the community. about. Having 10 people taken from such a small law enforcement will continue to do what Gavin “Families have been broken,” resident Rick Rieser population in such a short period of time, “that Newsom refused to do: make California safe again.” said. “What the Board of Supervisors can do is should be alarming in and of itself.” The release detailed 11 of the arrests, including follow the lead of other communities … and declare “San Miguel is a very small city that’s living in their names, photos, ages, and the crimes they were ICE free zones … and end ICE cooperation from the fear because they don’t know that at any moment convicted of. DHS called them the “worst of the their city might be targeted again,” she said. worst” arrested during the time period. Their crimes sheriff. We are on a downward trajectory, and you have the power to do something to change it.” ∆ Her group joined other advocacy organizations include DUIs, lewd or lascivious acts with a child and local elected officials to draw attention to the —Camillia Lanham and Chloë Hodge

Adventist Health slapped with wrongful death and elder abuse lawsuit

Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center and its parent company Adventist Health face a laundry list of 23 complaints, including allegations of wrongful death, elder abuse, medical battery, and negligence after an elderly and cognitively impaired man was taken from his home and treated in the hospital, which a lawsuit claims contributed to his demise.

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or his assistive devices, despite three ED providers documenting a condition which was ‘essentially unremarkable’ and recording that ‘there is no medical indication for admission.’” The complaint added that the hospital staff had an incomplete understanding of Baker’s medical history, subsequently choosing “dangerous and inappropriate” treatment for him. Baker’s condition rapidly deteriorated, leaving him struggling with issues like loss of mobility and speech and organ failure, the lawsuit states. Plaintiffs claimed that Baker was unlawfully confined for 35 days, saying that it was only when his power of attorney, Wysocki, sought an emergency order from the SLO Superior Court that Adventist Health agreed to release Baker into hospice care. The complaint says that hospital staff initially ignored Wysocki holding power of attorney and blocked her from speaking to him for weeks. Instead, staff allegedly worked with Adult Protective Services to control his care without court permission. “Plaintiff Wysocki alleges that [a licensed clinical social worker] stated, while Plaintiff Wysocki was emotionally distraught and sobbing, just moments after learning of Dr. Baker’s pathology results, ‘Oh, Alice, sometimes we just know someone is an abuser, even if we can’t prove it.’” Following the court order, Baker returned home more than a month later at the end of June 2025. He lost consciousness within hours and died a day later. His official cause of death was listed as sepsis. An unspecified misdemeanor charge was filed against Wysocki in connection with the same abuse allegations involving Baker, according to the complaint. Prosecutors allegedly dismissed that charge in September 2025. Wysocki is scheduled to appear in February 2026 for an evidentiary hearing, which allows for the finding of factual innocence and provides for the sealing and destruction of arrest records. “Hundreds of accusations of felony abuse against Plaintiff Wysocki remain memorialized in Dr. Baker’s permanent medical records where they will forever remain unverified, uncharged, and legally unfounded,” the complaint said. The case management conference for the Adventist Health litigation is scheduled for May 4, 2026. —Bulbul Rajagopal

Holiday storms drive higher-thanpredicted king tide along Central Coast

The early January king tide along the Central Coast reached higher water levels than scientists initially predicted, driven by a combination of winter storms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds. According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the highest water level at Port San Luis reached approximately 7.59 feet, nearly a foot above the initial prediction for the area. The peak occurred on Jan. 3, during an active stretch of holiday storm systems moving through the region. King tides are a colloquial term used to describe the highest high tides of the year, Karen Kavanaugh, an oceanographer with NOAA, told New Times. Along the West Coast, they typically occur during what scientists call perigean spring tides, when the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned, and the moon is closest to Earth in its orbit. “When those two events align, a full or new moon and perigee, it creates extra gravitational pull,” Kavanaugh said. “So that’s what we call a perigean spring tide, and that’s what tends to be causing your king tides on the West Coast.” NOAA’s tide predictions do account for these astronomical forces and can be calculated years in advance. However, the predictions do not factor in weather conditions, which can significantly influence observed water levels. Kavanaugh explained that the gauge at Port San Luis is not measuring the tide itself but the actual water levels in relation to a specific point on land. “That includes the heavy rains, … heavy winds that push the water toward the station, and ocean currents that were changing and pushing water into the bay area,” she said Paul Choboter, a physical oceanographer and mathematics professor at Cal Poly, agreed that weather-related factors are the most common reason predicted water levels differ from what is observed. “The biggest effect will be the weather,” Choboter said. “Winds will blow the water to be higher. … If the winds are blowing on shore, you’ll have water essentially piling up toward the coast.” Both scientists noted that while climate change is contributing to long-term sea level rise, the elevated water levels observed during this king tide were primarily due to

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2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson wrote short-term weather conditions. “I personally believe that on that day, the in his Jan. 3 newsletter. “This state mandate extra high tide … is not from climate effects,” forces big changes and requires us to make Choboter said. “That’s just from that given hard choices in how we provide a full storm on that day.” spectrum of care for those who need it.” NOAA tracks and ranks high-water events Now, counties must report how they’re through its coastal inundation dashboard, spending all their behavioral health dollars, which places the recent king tide below not just money specific to the Mental Health historic flooding events but still within the Services Act or the Behavioral Health range of minor coastal flooding. Services Act. Ahead of this year’s king tides, Cal Poly The Behavioral Health Services Act and California State Parks brought back an required each county mental health program annual citizen science effort, the California to prepare and submit a three-year plan. It King Tides Project, that encourages the would be updated annually and approved community to upload photos of the year’s by the California Department of Mental highest ties to visualize how Health after the Oversight rising sea levels may affect and Accountability California’s coastline and Commission reviews and communities. Send any news comments on the plan. “Rising waters flooded or story tips to SLO County’s 2026-29 the Pasadena parking lot in news@newtimesslo.com. integrated plan has an Baywood Park and nearby increased focus on funding areas around Baywood Pier. This was one of the highest for housing interventions tides ever recorded at this location,” resident and alleviating homelessness. The plan and former meteorologist for PG&E John outlines more coordination with Medi-Cal, Lindsey said on his Diablo Canyon Weather managed care plans, public health, and Forecast Facebook page on Jan. 3. housing and justice partners. The community can upload photos to Proposition 1 is also a package deal. the California King Tides Project at coastal. It comes with a Behavioral Health Bond ca.gov/kingtides/participate.html. that authorizes $6.4 billion in bonds to pay —Chloë Hodge for treatment beds, supportive housing, community sites, and funding for housing SLO County wants public veterans with behavioral health needs. input on behavioral health In 2025, the state conditionally awarded services plan SLO County almost $22 million to acquire San Luis Obispo County residents have and renovate property for a 16-bed until Jan. 21 to review and weigh in on psychiatric health facility, an eight-bed the region’s first integrated plan on the adult crisis residential treatment program, Behavioral Health Services Act, which and children and youth crisis residential reformed 20-year-old behavioral health care treatment program with two beds. funding to prioritize services for people with “Currently, both youth and adults from San the most pressing mental health needs. Luis Obispo County are sent out of county The integrated plan arrived after a lack each year for behavioral health treatment of guidance from Proposition 1 and how it due to the lack of local facilities and crisis would affect county funding. Proposition 1 inpatient treatment,” the county Board of passed in 2024 and changed the way counties Supervisors’ Dec. 16 staff report said. can use Mental Health Services Act money, The Board of Supervisors will deliberate which is funded from a 1 percent tax on accepting the $22 million grant at a later millionaires. date. Proposition 1 established the Behavioral Community members can review the 133-page Health Services Act, which shifts 5 percent draft integrated plan at slocounty.gov/IP. A public of the county’s funding to the state for hearing on the integrated plan is scheduled for substance abuse prevention and workforce Jan. 21 at 3 p.m. at 1255 Kendall Road in SLO. activities. The draft plan is due to the state in “With the passage of Proposition 1 in 2024, March, before the funding shift takes place a significant amount of state funding will on July 1. ∆ shift from mental health support services —Bulbul Rajagopal to housing and substance-abuse services,”

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Welcome the wild Spend time helping animals at Pacific Wildlife Care as it transitions from Morro Bay to San Luis Obispo

olunteers preceded Pacific Wildlife Care before the rescue and rehabilitation center even had a physical space. Originally called the Central Coast Wildlife Rehabilitation Guild when volunteers Pat McClenahan and four others started the organization in 1984, Pacific Wildlife Care began with a mission of healing injured and orphaned native animals and returning them to the wild. “At the time, there was no central facility and only a handful of permitted rehabilitators,” Pacific Wildlife Care Executive Director Kristin Howland said. “Volunteers quite literally brought wildlife care into their homes, building cages, paying for food and medical supplies out of pocket, and answering emergency calls at all hours of the day and night.” Pacific Wildlife Care emerged out of volunteers’ homes into a formal rehabilitation center on Morro Bay’s Main Street in 2006, thanks to decades of fundraising, grant writing, professional contributions, and perseverance. Now, as the organization prepares to move out of the aging center to San Luis Obispo near the county airport, its 350 volunteers will still provide year-round care before the new facility opens in fall 2026. “Animal intakes have reached record levels year after year, and the demand for adequate treatment, rehabilitation, and volunteer coordination space has become increasingly urgent,” Howland said. “The new San Luis Obispo center allows us to expand responsibly, better support our volunteers, and serve wildlife more effectively.” Volunteer coordinator Brook Segall has worked with wildlife in other parts of California, but Pacific Wildlife Care stands out to her for several reasons, including “the high standard of animal care, having a vet that’s available to us five days a week, sometimes more during the summer.” “We also have advanced volunteers that we appoint as leads and they assist with the training,” Segall said. “They know their volunteer role front and back and they can pass on that knowledge.” Volunteering with Pacific Wildlife Care doesn’t require prior in-depth knowledge on animal handling, but rather an open mind and a willingness to learn on the job.

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Pacific Wildlife Care volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Opportunities include helping baby birds, working the front desk, performing maintenance, and fundraising. To volunteer, sign up online at pacificwildlifecare.org/ opportunities or call (805) 543-9453.

Volunteers can be assigned to the wildlife hotline, which requires calm responses to questions and finding help for wildlife in need. Locals looking to help are also assigned to the Rescue Transport Volunteers crew, which transports animals in distress when hotline callers are unable to do so; the rehabilitation center under the supervision of highly trained staff where they perform a range of tasks from washing dishes to reading blood values; the front desk; maintenance, where they handle tasks like constructing pens; or fundraising, grant writing, and other similar administrative tasks. Segall told New Times that people who wish to volunteer can also start small in the baby bird room—her favorite space to be in. She trains incoming volunteers to work in four-hour shifts cleaning bird enclosures and feeding instruments, and feeding baby birds that need food every hour over half a day. A lot of these infant birds come to Pacific Wildlife Care because hotline callers spotted them without their parents or they had fallen to the ground after tree trimmings. “I think that’s the most fulfilling volunteer task when we have a new volunteer,” Segall said. “I love showing them the baby bird program because it’s so rare to see baby birds. Birds’ parents are really good at hiding them in their nest. … They also experience a lot of success. I know not everyone is comfortable seeing animals who are suffering.” The types of animals that come through Pacific Wildlife Care’s doors changes a bit from year to year. But the most common critter is the opossum, especially as its litter size can be as high as 13 babies—many of whom end up orphaned in the wild. “The mothers who are hit by cars, you can actually retrieve the babies from their pouch. There’s a special way to take them off, so we recommend you just bring the whole mother in,” Segall said. “We also receive shorebirds like pelicans who are in the stage where they’re juveniles and can’t fish on their own.”

RARE SIGHT Volunteering to feed baby birds is a fulfilling task, according to Pacific Wildlife Care, especially because it’s rare to see baby birds in the wild.

Sometimes the public confuses Pacific Wildlife Care’s services as extending to their pets. “We do get animals that are pets like domestic rabbits, that was a big thing last year,” Segall said. “It was a handful of them, but it felt like they were there for a long time trying to get placement. A lot of volunteers end up adopting them, but we don’t take in domestic animals as a rule.” Unlike other organizations, Pacific Wildlife Care has space for many volunteers because it helps roughly 3,000 animals every year. It also serves almost every kind of

wildlife in the region and doesn’t limit itself to specializing in care for certain species. Though winter is typically the off season for the rehabilitation center because of low wildlife activity, Pacific Wildlife Care is gearing up to bring in more volunteers to help during the peak demand in summers. “We have a very small staff in our clinic,” Segall said, “and to take care of the amount of animals and to rescue the number of animals we do, we need all hands on board.” ∆ Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.

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Scoring vista points All-volunteer group Lompoc Hike and Bike lays groundwork for new public trail network

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eaves of three, let them be—to an extent. The risk of being exposed to poison oak comes with the territory for those who volunteer with the Lompoc Trails Committee, aka Lompoc Hike and Bike. “A lot of our rough work begins with cutting through the vegetation,” committee chair Dave Baker said about an 82-acre development project that the all-volunteer group is about to begin. Thanks to a recent easement agreement between the committee and the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, Lompoc Hike and Bike is clear to develop a network of six new public trails (each connected to the existing Bodger Trail) for hikers and bikers in the unincorporated Lompoc Valley. “I can’t wait to see my fellow Lompocians, both young and old, and all shapes and abilities, break out of their normal routines and come hike or bike these trails,” Baker said in an email interview. “We hope to begin organized [volunteer] workdays in January, continuing through the summer. … We are looking for skilled equipment operators that would like to help us with the use of mini excavators.” Registering online at the committee’s website is the best way to stay up to date about the trail network project and additional year-round volunteer opportunities, including monthly litter cleanup along one stretch of Highway 1 near Lompoc, maintenance duties at some public parks, fundraising campaigns, and yearly Arbor Day-themed efforts. The new public trail network project began in 2015, when Baker spearheaded a separate but comparable initiative, which also ended up helping him and other future Hike and Bike members acquire the 82 acres of land where they envisioned bringing new trails to life, he explained. “I led a similar project within the city of Lompoc, … building the River Bend Bike Park,” Baker said. “This community park was built with a similar concept through a public-private partnership with the city of Lompoc. “Part of this partnership involved dedicating the bike park to local community

TRACTOR BEAMING Among the volunteer positions it’s currently seeking to fill, the Lompoc Trails Committee encourages anyone with mini excavator experience to support upcoming work tied to developing six new public trails in the Lompoc Valley.

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A SITE TO BEHOLD A volunteer project to help transform an 82-acre parcel of privately owned land—bisected by the Lompoc Valley’s existing Bodger Trail—into a new public trail network is currently underway.

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Lompoc Hike and Bike has openings for volunteer positions year round. To stay informed about the group’s volunteer opportunities, including maintenance work at River Bend Bike Park and upcoming construction efforts near the Bodger Trail, register online at lompochikeandbike.com or email lompoctrailscommittee@gmail.com.

member Al Walker, who had recently passed away,” he continued. “After the dedication, the Walker family gifted us this parcel of land to continue bringing recreational opportunities for the community of Lompoc.” In 2019, Lompoc Hike and Bike began as an all-volunteer focus group, dedicated to transforming the 82-acre parcel—bisected by the county-owned Bodger Trail—into six new public trails. “When we reached out to the county of Santa Barbara, they did not have a roadmap of how to build public trails on private land,” Baker said. “After several brainstorming meetings, it was determined that the best course was to grant the county [an] easement to our property, so that they could own the trails and let our committee build and maintain them.” Baker described the six-year journey that followed as exploring “several different courses before landing the [county’s] final approval.” To fulfill the county’s requirements, Lompoc Hike and Bike raised funds to pay for archaeological and biological assessments of the 82-acre parcel, with assistance from professional land surveyors and experienced trail builders, Baker said. The Santa Barbara County Trails Council helped mentor the committee throughout this phase, he added. He also thanked Heidi Jones of Meraki Land Use Consulting for “her patience and guidance throughout this process.” During the construction phase, paid workers from the Los Padres Forest Association will assist volunteers from the committee with constructing the new trails. Near the end of 2025, county 4th District Supervisor Bob Nelson, who represented part of the 3rd District—which includes the Lompoc Valley—back when the committee originally entered talks with the county, praised the group for its steadfastness. “I know when I met with you guys six years ago, I was concerned that it might take a while to get to this process,” Nelson told Baker at the supervisors’ Nov. 18 meeting.

PLANNING AHEAD The Lompoc Trails Committee, aka Lompoc Hike and Bike, has been fundraising and conducting preparation work to bring the Lompoc Valley a new public trail network since 2019.

“I have to commend you and all of your volunteers on just sticking with it. I wish these processes didn’t take so long. I know our board is working on shortcutting some of those things in the future.” Nelson made his comments shortly before the board approved the easement arrangement with a 5-0 vote. “Without your guys’ persistence and love for the Lompoc Valley and the Lompoc community, this wouldn’t be happening,” Nelson said. Baker thanked both Nelson and current 3rd District Supervisor Joan Hartmann for their support at the meeting, as well as the Santa Barbara Foundation and Rotary Club of Lompoc for monetary support through donations. “You’ve really invested your heart and soul in this project,” Hartmann told Baker. “It isn’t easy keeping an all-volunteer organization motivated and energized when things get extended over such a long period.” Baker told New Times that the committee has experienced significant volunteer turnover in the past. “We have had many volunteers join our committee and then burn out and leave for various reasons,” he said via email. “We are extremely grateful for anyone who wants to volunteer their time, energy, or finances to our project. … Everyone on our committee brings something valuable to the table.” ∆ Reach Senior Staff Writer Caleb Wiseblood from New Times’ sister paper, the Sun, at cwiseblood@santamariasun.com.

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This year’s Christmas Day SLO Community Holiday Feast was held at the SLO Veterans Hall, and it was truly a day filled with kindness, resilience, and love. Despite blustery weather and relentless rain—and with more neighbors in need than ever—our community showed up with open hearts, generosity, and deep compassion. Together, we served approximately 800 meals, both at the Hall and through deliveries across the County. Guests were welcomed with a nourishing, beautifully prepared meal and live musical entertainment, creating a space of warmth and joy. Before leaving, each guest received a winter care package filled with brand-new essentials, including duffel bags, sleeping bags, hooded sweatshirts, beanies, winter jackets, gloves, scarves, rain ponchos, toiletry kits, underwear, and grocery gift cards— small comforts that mean so much during the cold winter months. This meaningful event would not have been possible without the incredible generosity of our community partners, organizations, and supporters, including:

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And to the countless individuals who cooked meals, played music, packed supplies, delivered food, donated resources, and volunteered their time—thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your kindness created not just a meal, but a moment of dignity, care, and belonging for so many. With tremendous gratitude and respect, I wish you all a happy, healthy, and peaceful New Year.

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loose screw. A disconnected wire. A ripped seam. Sometimes all it takes to use an item for another decade is a little bit of collaboration, expertise, and elbow grease—the very reason repair cafés exist. When Linda Busek lived in the Bay Area, she discovered the local repair café in Palo Alto. It was the very first location that popped up in the U.S. after the concept originated in Amsterdam in 2009. To keep items out of the landfills, volunteers help residents fix small appliances and household goods free of charge. There are more than 3,800 repair cafés worldwide. “There’s great energy at these events, people meeting their neighbors and learning new stuff and just having a good time,” Busek said. One of her early memories at the Palo Alto gathering is bringing in her harvest gold Hamilton Beach blender. It was more than 20 years old. GOOD AS NEW The Five Cities Repair Café rotates locations for four events every year. Volunteers help Volunteers disassembled it, people fix items like small appliances, bikes, and determining Busek needed a electronics free of charge. small part, but they didn’t have it on hand. Instead, they showed that are like-minded, her how to order it online (for just Get to fixin’ that are caring and Five Cities Repair Café’s next $5) and where to install it in the community oriented,” event is scheduled for Feb. 21 at blender. Busek said. “We can Grover City Grange—370 S. 13th “I felt absolutely so St. in Grover Beach—from 1 to make a difference in accomplished because I was able 4:30 p.m. Visit repaircafe5cities. our communities by to repair it myself once that little org for more information. Email fixing stuff and keeping fivecitiesrepaircafe@gmail.com to part came in,” Busek said. repairable items out of inquire about volunteer opportunieis. She wanted to re-create the the landfill.” magic on the Central Coast and has been a lead organizer of the Five Cities Repair Café since 2019. Between Fast facts 125 to 150 people attend each event, hosted • The SLO Children’s Museum is inviting by around 40 volunteers. The repair rate sits kids to enjoy and learn from its new openright around 80 percent. ended exhibit, the Amazing Airmaze. Five Cities Repair Café hosts events once a Kids can experiment with the power of air, quarter. People often leave with fixed lamps, make predictions, test theories, and solve vacuums, electronics, bicycles, and clothing. problems. Adults are also encouraged to The general rule of thumb is if someone can play with kids and resolve challenges. The carry an item inside, the “fixers” will look at museum’s science-based programs are the it, Busek said. result of support from the Harold J. Miossi Many fixers specialize in one area, like Charitable Trust. the volunteers from the Cal Poly Radio • SLO County residents can learn about Club who can tackle anything proposed offshore in the technology realm. Other oil drilling and volunteers set up and take down ways to protect the the events and engage with Send business California coast people while they’re waiting for a and nonprofit information to through a virtual fixer. strokes@newtimesslo.com. educational forum “We don’t advertise that it’s on Jan. 12 from 6 to a community builder, but it is,” 7:30 p.m. Speakers will Busek said. “While people are waiting for include Assemblymember Dawn Addis their pairing up with a fixer, we have puzzles and Congressman Salud Carbajal’s senior and games that they can play. … We provide a seating area, and they have a chance to talk district representative, Greg Haas. Register to other folks and kind of make a connection via Zoom at http://bit.ly/rsvp-stopdrilling. An in-person gathering will take place on too.” Jan. 16 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at a location Busek would like to help start more revealed upon registration at http://bit.ly/slorepair cafés on the Central Coast. She said actionsocial. ∆ there’s also a thorough manual from the “mothership” in Amsterdam about how to Reach Sun Staff Writer Madison White kick-start one. “We just want to make it so that volunteers from New Times’ sister paper at mwhite@ have a good experience and they meet people santamariasun.com.

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BY EARLENE CRAVER LEIJONHUFVUD

An essential program School music programs shouldn’t be considered extra-curricular

do not believe music should be considered a “frill” in public schools. 1. Careers in music have had their beginning through public school programs. One of my brothers chose to play the double bass when in fifth grade. The instrument was provided by the school, and the director of music for the city regularly toured the schools. When he heard my brother play merely on “open strings” he said, “I have my eye on that boy.” Through this humble beginning on a borrowed instrument from the public schools, my brother would become a member of one of the top 10 philharmonic orchestras in the U.S. and even solo early

in his career in well-known venues in New York City and Washington, D.C. My younger brother, who was a singer, began playing the flute through the public school program and later became a professor of music at a small private college in California. They were not alone. My high school in Fresno was the high school of Audra McDonald, who has had a big career onstage in many well-known musicals. Many families, even if middle class, cannot afford to take the chance of buying that first instrument before knowing the talent and dedication of their child. Some families cannot afford to take the step to buy an instrument for many years. Yet, a not small number of them have made careers in music. Today, we are seeing offspring of MexicanAmerican and other foreign migrant and immigrant families join the immigrant and

migrant children of the past in making a career in music. Today, we are accustomed to seeing Asian American names. I would like to point out that in my brother’s East Coast orchestra alone, two young women both Hispanic and from California, one from San Diego, the other from one of the humble agricultural towns of the Central Valley, won behind-the-screen auditions on horn and clarinet, respectively. 2. Not all students who are in the choir, honor orchestra, or marching band will have such careers, but their early music training contributes to their appreciation of music (and helps provide an audience) and the surrounding communities benefit from their participation in semi-professional or professional amateur choirs, bands, and ensembles. The Vocal Arts Ensemble, for example, was founded and directed by the late Gary Lamprecht who taught in the San Luis Obispo school district. 3. Many people may not realize that

participation in an orchestra, marching band, or choir requires a great deal of teamwork. One must practice, not just individually but as a group, to achieve a goal. To win a place at the Rose Parade, for example, a high school marching band must win many competitions. These skills carry over into other areas of education and of life. There are research studies that show correlations between music skills and high achievement in other subjects. I think that San Luis Coastal and other school districts in the county should reconsider cutting budget expenditures of their music departments. Lending instruments, replacing strings, and providing reeds to woodwind players are essential. ∆ Dr. Earlene Craver Leijonhufvud taught history at UC Riverside and the University of Kentucky and writes to New Times from Pismo Beach. Send a response for publication to letters@newtimesslo.com.

LETTERS Restore Oceano’s natural defenses

The Draft 2025 Soil Conservation Plan for Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area is a disappointing endorsement for hauling our beautiful beach to the dump. For years, massive amounts of sand has been tracked out on vehicle tires from the Grand and Pier Avenue exits, resulting in tons of sand being hauled to landfills—an estimated $80,000 annual expense. This violates the Public Resources Code. Constant vehicle traffic and State Parks’ heavy machinery destroy coastal biodiversity and prevent the formation of natural foredunes. We saw the proof during the 2020 COVID-19 closure, when sand stopped piling up on streets and protective dunes immediately began to reform. By ignoring this evidence, State Parks plans to rubber stamp these destructive practices in the new soil conservation plan, leaving Oceano vulnerable to flooding. To meet legal conservation standards, the Grand Avenue and Pier Avenue entrance/exits must be immediately closed to motorized traffic and allowed to naturally restore. We must stop treating our beach like a highway, restore it as a vital natural defense for our community, and allow one of the most beautiful beaches in California to survive. Mother Nature proved in 2020 that this restoration can be done rapidly. We hope others will join us. Bonita Ernst Oceano Beach Community Association

Oceano deserves a vehicle-free beach

First of all, I largely agree with all of the major points made by the Down to Earth column authors (“Why are we still running over plovers?” Jan. 1). Rather than a habitat conservation plan, it is an expanded offhighway vehicle conservation plan. As pointed out, the environmental basis of the 2021 California Coastal Commission decision to phase out vehicles on the beach and dunes to protect public health, flora, and fauna has not yet had its day in court. The authors missed the mark in equating

Oceano with Guadalupe in terms of a southern entrance to the State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA). Oceano is a beach community that had its beach seized in 1982 by local and state governments and put in service to off-road vehicles. Guadalupe is 5 miles from the beach, and its beach is vehicle free. The promise was that once a southern entrance to the SVRA was developed, vehicles would no longer use Oceano Beach. A March 18, 2021, Coastal Commission staff report stated that “the base [coastal development permit] only temporarily authorized such uses so that State Parks would have time to explore modifications to park operations. … It was anticipated that conclusions … would be finalized within a couple of years.” The report adds that the Coastal Commission “has never analyzed or authorized permanent use of these entrances, as is required in the original [coastal development permit]. Thus, under the Coastal Act, they remain only temporarily authorized some 40 years later.” The economic repression and environmental injustice suffered by the community of Oceano for more than four decades cries for a just resolution. I ask for the Sierra Club to demonstrate more creativity and compassion for the plight of Oceano. If the SVRA continues, Oceano still deserves a vehicle-free beach, which means a new southern entrance. The two can coexist. If the SVRA is phased out, then Oceano will have a vehicle-free beach. Time for locals to step up! Charles Varni Oceano

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sexism and denial of LGBTQ rights. Woke has also been used as shorthand for some ideas of the American left involving identity politics and social justice, I wish writers would look such as white privilege up the dictionary/Wikipedia and reparations for slavery definition before spouting in the United States,” Send us your off in the letters column. according to Wikipedia. views and opinion to For instance: “Woke I realize “woke” is used letters@newtimesslo.com. is an adjective derived by many groups who pay from African-American little attention to proper English used since the definitions. It is a way to draw attention to 1930s or earlier to refer to awareness of their “issue.” racial prejudice and discrimination, often However, I still prefer that letter writers in the construction stay woke. The term check the definition first and put pen to acquired political connotations by the 1970s paper/computer second. Much like a debate and gained further popularity in the 2010s society does to ensure the debate does not with the hashtag #staywoke. Over time, wander from the topic. woke came to be used to refer to a broader Gail Lightfoot awareness of social inequalities such as Arroyo Grande

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oil reserves in the world. And aren’t our militaristic ambitions always about oil and natural resources— ambitions that nestle neatly under the cover of trying to do right by a population and culture that we don’t care to understand? We don’t even understand ourselves. And now, the president’s ambition to scratch his imperialist itch is growing. Greenland, full of untapped resources? That conversation is back on the table! Don’t want to sell it to us? We’ll just take it from you. Look at what we did in Venezuela. Cool. Meanwhile the news on our own soil is equally depressing. A woman was just killed in Minneapolis by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers. Bullets slid through the windshield of her Honda Pilot on what was normally a quiet residential street during one of ICE’s “large scale operations.” Ugg. Predictably, the city erupted with protests. The mayor told ICE to “get the fuck out!” Predictably, ICE and the Department of Homeland Security said the officer fired his gun in self-defense. Sure seems like there’ve been a lot of “self-defense” cases since Trump ramped up immigration enforcement. The Guardian reported that immigration officers have been connected to at least 14 shootings during the new administration

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and that the number is likely higher than Democratic states—California included, of that because not all shootings are made course—because of “fraud,” Trump said in a public. I’m sure the antagonistic, bombastic, grand announcement about national policy that militaristic approach ICE is taking with these he made in ALL CAPS on his personal social operations has nothing to do with it. media account on his personal social media Why is ICE in Minneapolis in the first platform. What world are we living in again? place? It’s complicated, but for starters: It’s His big plan? To get Gov. Gavin Newsom the Somali population, which Trump has not to run for president in 2028, but that’s just called “garbage.” Nice. Apparently, they’re a shot in the dark! Call it an uneducated guess. all fraudsters, and they’re sending that fraud What does any of this have to do with money to terrorist organizations—not true. SLO County, you ask? Well, ramped up Minnesota has been dealing with fraudsters immigration enforcement did happen who took advantage of certain low-barrier during the last week of December here on social service program dollars, but the state Central Coast soil. Although there’s some and feds have also been rooting out that fraud discrepancy in the numbers. and prosecuting the perpetrators since at least According to 805 UndocuFund, about 147 2020, with some new cases filed in 2025. And residents were arrested between Dec. 27 and 30. some of the perpetrators were Somalian. Most of those arrests were made in Santa Maria, Naturally, Trump took this as an but cities across both SLO and Santa Barbara opportunity to bait the haters out there. Why counties lost residents, including in San Miguel. fight the urge? And naturally, those haters took Most, UndocuFund said, were farmworkers. the bait. Gullible little fuckers that they are. According to ICE, 118 residents were The feds ramped up the pressure on arrested. They were, of course, “the worst of Minnesota in recent months, and then a the worst” criminals imaginable, according right-wing zealot accused to the Department of several child care facilities Homeland Security in the state of taking tax propaganda machine. Ugg. Send us your dollars and not caring for It’s all propaganda, views and opinion to any children—not true. The and somewhere—lost in letters@newtimesslo.com. haters went berserk online, all the rhetoric, lies, and as little fuckers are wont polarization—is the truth, to do, and then Gov. Tim something that’s very hard Walz announced he wouldn’t be running for to find these days. And real people suffering a third term as governor anymore. very real consequences. ∆ Mission accomplished? Now, the administration is planning to lock The Shredder is disgusted. Send joy to up billions in federal child care dollars to five shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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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. JANUARY 2026 GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE FEATURED ARTISTS January is Bird Festival month in Morro Bay and Gallery at Marina Square is featuring two group shows in celebration of birds. In the Upper Gallery, “Wingborne” features group photography, and in the Lower Gallery, a selection of paintings are featured. Through Jan. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com/. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. THE PLEIN AIR TEAM Acrylic artist,

Nancy Lynn, and husband, watercolorist, Robert Fleming, have an ongoing show of originals and giclee prints of Morro Bay and local birds. ongoing (805) 772-9955. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca. com. YOU’RE INVITED! ATRIUM PARTY AND ARTIST’S RECEPTION FOR ARDELLA SWANBERG AND WINGBORNE SHOW ARTISTS Join us for snacks, art, and conversation at our Artists Reception and Atrium Party! Meet photographers and painters creating paintings, photography, small works, and more! Jan. 10, 3-5 p.m. Free. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. 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, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. (805) 286-4430. parkstreetgallery.com. Park Street Gallery, 1320 Park St., Paso Robles. ARTS AROUND US: THE ART OF STORYTELLING IN BOOKS Ed will discuss how to transition a story, a memoir, or an idea into a book which folks will want to read. Jan. 18,

2:30-3:30 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/artsaround-us-the-art-of-storytelling-inbooks/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. BEGINNING COOKIE DECORATING CLASS Come join Arty McGoo for a day of cookie decorating fun! We will be combining many skills and techniques, using different tools and textures. Jan. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $60. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. COZY CRITTER ART CLASS Bring the little ones to join McRobbins Studios to create a Cozy Critter painting! Expect light instructions, upbeat tunes, and a relaxed, creative vibe. Jan. 18, 1:30-2:30 p.m. $25. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/cozycritter/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine 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

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. 16 • New Times • January 8 - January 15, 2026 • www.newtimesslo.com

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 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. FIRST SATURDAY Join us for the opening reception of our My Military Journey exhibition. Enjoy a musical by Elyse Black and wine from Sans Liege Wines. Jan. 10, 6-9 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/firstsaturday-11/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. GEL PLATE PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP Discover the magic of gel plate printmaking. Leave class with a stack of original prints you’ll be proud to frame, gift, or display. Jan. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $100. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINTING WORKSHOP Discover the timeless art of linoleum block printing in this fun, beginner-friendly class with Instructor Brad Golden! Jan. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $100. [805] 423-5906. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. SIP N’ SKETCH/SIP N’ PAINT Bring your own supplies (or borrow some of our’s) and paint or sketch a themed live-model or still life under the guidance of Studios

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resident artists. See website for the specific theme of the month. Your first glass of wine is included in price. Third Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. $20. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. STUDIOS ON THE PARK: CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of classes and workshops offered. ongoing studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-9800. TAKE A SPIN: TWO-HOUR WHEEL CLASS These two hour blocks provide an opportunity to learn the basics of wheel throwing. Instructors will center your clay for you, so you will have the opportunity to make two items. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon $72. (805) 203-0335. thepotteryatascadero.com/ wheelclasses. The Pottery, 5800 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

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.

THIRD SATURDAY Wine will be available to purchase from the Studios Library of wines with a $10 donation. Partake in our COLORbar painting station. Jan. 17, 6-9 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. WEARABLE WONDERS - SILVER JEWELRY WORKSHOP Learn how to create your own custom pendant using real silver. You’ll shape, texturize, fire, and polish silver clay to reveal a finished jewelry piece. Jan. 17, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $100. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org.

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/baby-handprints. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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ALL LEVELS POTTERY CLASSES Anam Cre is a pottery studio in SLO that offers a variety of classes. This specific class is open to any level. Teachers are present for questions, but the class feels more like an open studio time for potters. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. $40. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com. CENTRAL COAST COMEDY THEATER IMPROV COMEDY SHOW An ongoing improv comedy program featuring the

CERAMIC LESSONS AND MORE Now offering private one-on-one and group lessons in the ceramic arts. Both hand building and wheel throwing options. Beginners welcomed. ongoing (805) 8355893. hmcruceceramics.com/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. THE CHOIR OF MAN Direct from London’s West End, The Choir of Man delivers a feel-good show with stunning harmonies, dance, singalongs, pub tunes, and a working onstage bar. Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m. (805) 7564849. calpolyarts.org/20252026-season/ the-choir-of-man. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CLUE A madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist, Clue features students from SLO REP’s Academy of Creative Theatre. So whodunit? Fridays, 7-9 p.m., Saturdays, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., Sundays, 2-4 p.m. and Jan. 15, 7-9 p.m. through Jan. 18 $23-$28. (805) 786-2440. slorep.org/shows/clue/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. COMMUNITY CRAFT NIGHT A space where we can come together, get creative, and rediscover the joy of human connection. We’re about fostering connections and building a supportive community. Jan. 13 (714) 336-5768. m.facebook.com/groups/8763996511 20300/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF. Unitarian Universalist, 2201 Lawton Ave., San Luis Obispo. DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL This show ARTS continued page 18

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brings Dav Pilkey’s hit series to life with music, humor, and heart as Dog Man battles villains in a fun, family-friendly adventure. Jan. 17, 7:30 p.m. (805) 7564849. calpolyarts.org/20252026-season/ dog-man-the-musical. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., 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. NORTH COUNTY CAMERA CLUB: REGULAR MEETING Zoom meeting for The North County Camera Club, where photographers of all levels can participate, share photos, exchange information, and learn from each other. Second Tuesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. No fee. facebook.com/groups/ PRAAphotoguild. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. 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. PLEIN AIR PAINTERS OF THE CENTRAL COAST A self-directed fun group of dynamic artists who enjoy painting and sketching outdoors. Artists meet on site at various locations. Weekly plein air destinations are provided by Kirsti Wothe via email (mrswothe@yahoo.com). Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon SLO County, Various locations countywide, San Luis Obispo. SATURDAY FAMILY POTTERY CLASS This family-friendly open studio time is a wonderful window for any level or age. Saturdays, 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. $40. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com.

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SIJI KRISHNAN Krishnan’s evocative paintings exist in a realm between memory and myth, where figures emerge from translucent layers of pigment. Through Jan. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/sijikrishnan/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. 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. SLO NIGHTWRITERS: A COMMUNITY OF WRITERS SLO NightWriters supports local writers with monthly presentations, critique groups, contests, and other events. Second Tuesday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. slonightwriters.org. United Church of Christ (Congregational) of San Luis Obispo, 11245 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo. SURF DREAMS: A MULTIMEDIA EXHIBIT OF SURF-INSPIRED ART AND MUSIC Each image in this exhibit will have three surf-inspired songs which can be played on a smart phone by scanning the QR codes. Bring earbuds. MondaysSaturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Feb. 14 Free. (805) 543-4025. The Photo Shop, 1027 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. TREVOR WALLACE: THE ALPHA BETA MALE Don’t miss Trevor Wallace, a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor, set to perform at the Fremont. Jan. 18, 7 p.m. $44.78-$57.14. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 546-8600. WALT WHITMAN GAY MEN’S BOOK CLUB This club reads, studies and discusses books chosen by the group which relate to their lives as gay men. All are welcome. Second Monday of every month, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

JANUARY 8 - JANUARY 18, 2026 WHITNEY PINTELLO: SOLO SHOW On display now through mid-April. ongoing slogallery.com/. SLO Gallery, 1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

CLARK CENTER PRESENTS: GARRISON KEILLOR WITH SPECIAL GUEST RICHARD DWORSKY Loyal fans and those new to his audience will be entertained with Garrison Keillor’s quintessential humor, music, poetry, and anecdotes in his classic baritone. Jan. 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $49-$69, Platinum $79; Senior Discounts. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center 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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BREATHE AND STRETCH One must be able to get down onto the floor and back up again, with ease, in order to participate in this 55-minute session. It’s specifically designed to enhance mobility and strength. Please bring a mat and some water. Mondays, 9-10 a.m. $10 per session. (415) 516-5214. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. CENTRAL COAST SLIM DOWN Take control of food without suffering. Learn a step-by-step process to take control of overeating, cravings, and feel peace with food. Build the habits, mindset, and your unique path with results that stick. Hosted byTami Cruz (Certified Health/Life Coach) and Dana Charvet (Coach/Fitness Trainer). ongoing Call for pricing info. (805) 235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. 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 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. CENTRAL COAST WOOD CARVERS Learn the art of wood carving or wood burning. Join Central Coast Wood Carvers in Morro Bay at St. Timothy’s. Open for beginners, intermediate, or advance. Learn a wide range of techniques and skills. Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay, (805) 772-2840, sttimothymorrobay.org/index.html. 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. ENJOY AXE THROWING Enjoy the art of axe throwing in a safe and fun environment. Kids ages 10 and older are welcome with an adult. No personal axes please. Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. $20. (805) 528-4880. baysidemartialarts.com. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. GREENSPACE SPEAKER SERIES: SNAPSHOT USA 2025 Lisa Murphy will present the 2025 Snapshot USA results from Strawberry Canyon. Snapshot USA is nationwide mammal-tracking project

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Send event information to events@newtimesslo.com or submit online. affiliated with the Smithsonian Institute. Jan. 11, 4-6 p.m. $10. (805) 927-2866. Unitarian Universalist Community of Cambria, 786 Arlington St., Cambria. LOS OSOS SUNDAY MEDITATION CLASS Sitting with a supportive group strengthens one’s meditation practice. Join us for a weekly talk on topics related to meditation and consciousness plus silent and guided meditation. Facilitated by Devin Wallace. Beginners welcome. Email devinwalla@gmail.com for more information. Sundays, 10:15 a.m.-11:15 p.m. By donation. (805) 709-2227. inner-workings.com. Central Coast Body Therapy Center, 2005 9th St., Los Osos. MORRO BAY METAPHYSICIANS DISCUSSION GROUP A group of metaphysically minded individuals that have been meeting for many years now in the Coalesce Chapel. Club offers a supportive metaphysical based community. Members discuss a different topic each week. All are welcome to join. Fridays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Suggested donation of $10-$15. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, coalescebookstore.com/. MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Disciplines include advanced athletic performance fitness training, Thai kickboxing, and more. Beginners to advanced students welcome. Day and evening classes offered. MondaysSaturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for more info. (805) 701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. OPEN FLOW: DANCE AND MOVEMENT A community of movers and shakers who come together to express themselves through dance and movement. Inspired by a variety of conscious movement modalities, Open Flow is led by Silvia Suarez and Matt Garrity, embodiment teachers who share a passion for integration through movement exploration. Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. $10 (general), $5 (ages 55 and older). SilviaAthaSomatics.org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, 772-6278. PALE KAI OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB Pale Kai Outrigger Canoe Club is recruiting for the 2026 racing season. Make new friends, stay in shape, and get on the water. Join, train, and race! Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m. through Feb. 7 Free. palekai.org/joinus. Coleman Park (Morro Bay), 101 Coleman Drive, Morro Bay, (805) 772-6278. PUMPKIN PATCH Our Pumpkin Patch is officially open for the season! All of our pumpkins are thoughtfully grown by 46 Ranch and come in various sizes. Mondays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 927-4747. cambrianursery.com/ events/. Cambria Nursery and Florist, 2801 Eton Rd., Cambria. 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. STAY YOUNG WITH QI GONG Qi gong offers great anti-aging benefits, providing a comprehensive system for improving physical, mental and emotional health. Its roots date back thousands of years in China. Learn with certified instructor Devin Wallace. Call first. Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. $10. (805) 709-2227. Hardie Park, Ash Ave. and B St., Cayucos. Qi gong offers great anti-aging benefits, providing a comprehensive system for improving CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 19

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JANUARY 8 - JANUARY 18, 2026 that moves and feels amazing. Mondays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $10 per session. (415) 516-5214. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. ZEN IN MOTION Learn the Shaolin Water Style and other deep breathing and moving meditation techniques with the 2019 Taijiquan Instructor of the Year. Beginners Welcome.Instructor Certification Courses available. Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. (805) 7017397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

GEL PLATE PLAY

PHOTO COURTESY OF STUDIOS ON THE PARK

A Gel Plate Printmaking Workshop will be held on Friday, Jan. 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Studios in the Park in Paso Robles. Participants will explore color layering, experiment with texture, and focus on composition techniques, and will leave class with a stack of original prints. Admission is $100. For tickets and additional details, head to studiosonthepark.org. —A.S. CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 18

physical and mental health. Its roots date back thousands of years in China. Learn with certified instructor Devin Wallace. Call first for info and exact location. Fridays, 9-10 a.m. $12. (805) 709-2227. inner-workings.com. Los Osos, Townwide, Los Osos. STRETCH, BREATHE, AND BALANCE Ideal for seniors, and open to everyone. Instructor Randal Bodlak takes you through specific moves to promote mobility, internal strength, and stability. Mondays, 9-10 a.m. $10 per session. (805) 528-4880. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. TAI CHI AND QI GONG: ZEN IN MOTION Small group classes with 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the Year. Call for time and days. Learn the Shaolin Water Style and 5 Animals Qi Gong. Beginners welcomed. Mondays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call for price details. (805) 701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. TAI CHI BASICS Visit site for more details on this ongoing, weekly Tai Chi program. Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

$10-$12. (805) 772-7486. fitnessworksmb. com. FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. WEEKLY QIGONG PRACTICE AT FITNESSWORKS MORRO BAY Calm your mind and nourish your joints with a weekly Qigong practice led by Mike Raynor of Tai Chi Rejuvenation. The practice is rooted in Qigong fundamentals, and standing/moving meditations. Forms include: Eight Brocades, Five Elements, Shibashi 18, and Tai chi 24. Saturdays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Members free; non-members $8-$10. (805) 772-7466. fitnessworksmb.com. FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. 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 (805) 927-4747. cambrianursery.com/events/. Cambria Nursery and Florist, 2801 Eton Rd., Cambria. YOGA PLUS A hybrid of yoga and “stretching” techniques that yield a body

BALANCE FLOW Suitable for all levels. This class is meant to benefit the mindbody connection while emphasizing safe and effective alignment as well as breath awareness and relaxation. Please call to register in advance. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $16-$22; $50 membership. (805) 434-9605. ttrtennis.com/fitness/ yoga/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton. BOOK BUDDIES Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7 to 17 to join us in reading to our furry friends. Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $5. (805) 543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org/ youth-programs/. Woods Humane Society (North County), 2300 Ramona Road, Atascadero. BOOK BUDDIES - NORTH COUNTY Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers ages 7 to 17 to join us in reading to our furry friends. Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $5. (805) 543-9316. Woods Humane Society (North County), 2300 Ramona Road, Atascadero, woodshumane.org. CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY - METASTATIC CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Gain valuable support from others, reduce distress associated with a cancer diagnosis, share treatment and side-effect information, and learn ways to improve quality of life. Every other Monday, 12-1 p.m. through Feb. 22 Free. (805) 238-4411. csc-ccc.gnosishosting. net/Calendar?eviid=10542. Cancer Support Community, 1051 Las Tablas Road, Templeton. CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship of men and women. The only requirement for membership is a desire for healthy and loving relationships. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. (805) 221-5755. Co-Dependents

Anonymous (CoDA) is a Twelve Step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Tuesdays, noon-1 a.m. Free. (760) 846-1443. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero. GUIDED MEDITATION WITH KAREN LEARY AT AWAKENING WAYS Experience guided meditations every Wednesday evening in a supportive space. Connect with your inner self and discover peace, healing, and self-awareness. Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. (805) 391-4465. awakeningways.org. Awakening Ways Center for Spiritual Living, 7350 El Camino Real, Ste. 101, Atascadero. HAMBLY LAVENDER FARM GUIDED EXPERIENCE This one-hour walk about the farm immerses you in the processes of growing, harvesting, and drying this fragrant herb. Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m. my805tix.com. Hambly Farms, 1390 Grana Place, San Miguel. HIIT 45 WITH SARA JORGENSEN A dynamic and fun way to improve strength and cardiovascular conditioning using weights, resistance bands, and body weight. Bring a yoga mat and water. Thursdays, 9:30-10:15 a.m. and Mondays, 5:30-6:15 p.m. $15 for members; $25 for guests. (805) 434-9605. ttrtennis.com/ fitness/fitness-classes/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton. INTRODUCTORY SCUBA CLASS Join for two hours of introductory scuba instruction in the new TTR pool! Gear is included. Participants must be 10 years or older. Jan. 17, 1-3 p.m. $150 for members / $170 guests. (805) 434-9605. ttrtennis.com/aquatics/discoverscuba/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton. 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. PET TALES Get ready for the cutest, coziest, and cuddliest hour in your week! Pet Tales welcomes young children and their grownups for a pet-themed story time. Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon $5. (805) 543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org/ youth-programs/. Woods Humane Society (North County), 2300 Ramona Road,

Atascadero. TAI CHI This course’s instructor has won many Tai Chi and other internal martial arts tournaments. Both experienced martial artists and new learners are welcome to the class. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $65. (805) 237-3988. Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles. TOPS SUPPORT GROUP: WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE A self-help support group focusing on weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. (805) 242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, 2210 H St., Santa Margarita. TOPS TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY Join for affordable and effective weight-loss support. Sundays, 10-11 a.m. through Oct. 31 First visit is free. (805) 234-1026. Rancho Del Bordo Clubhouse, 10025 El Camino Real, Atascadero, tops.org. VINYASA YOGA FLOW The class prioritizes increasing mental acuity and improving body and muscle flexibility. A restorative and gentle yoga focusing on breathing and targeting specific areas of the body. Please call to register in advance. Sundays, 12-1 p.m. and Saturdays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. $16-$22; $50 membership. (805) 434-9605. ttrtennis. com/yoga. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton. YANG STYLE TAI CHI The course’s instructor won many Tai Chi and other internal martial arts tournaments. Both experienced martial artists and new learners are welcome to the class. Mondays, Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. $62. (805) 470-3360. Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero. SAN LUIS OBISPO

CITY FARM SLO’S YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM Check site for more info on programming and summer camps. ongoing cityfarmslo.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO. COMPLIMENTARY SHOWERS WITH SHOWER THE PEOPLE After a short hiatus, the San Luis Obispo Library will once again be partnering with local non-profit organization, Shower the People. The shower trailer will be located between the library and parking structure. Toiletries provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. DAILY QIGONG PRACTICE For the early riser or commuter, every weekday morning. Maintain or improve

concentration, balance, and flexibility. Includes weekly Friday 3 p.m. class with more practices. Led by certified Awareness Through Movement teacher. Mondays-Saturdays, 6:10 a.m. and Fridays, 3 p.m. $35/week or $125/month. (646) 280-5800. margotschaal.com/ qigong. Online, See website, 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. HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A safe place to share feelings of depression with those who suffer and those who have recovered to a full, healthy outlook on life. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Free. (805) 528-3194. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. MELLOW YOGA FOR EVERYONE Stretch into yourself under the beautiful oaks and fresh air of this idyllic country setting. Suitable for all levels, these classes emphasize the gentler side of yoga and adapt to participants’ needs. Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. $14 per class or $55 for five-class card with no expiration. (805) 440-4561. balancedlivingayurveda.com. Tiber Canyon Ranch, 280 W Ormonde Rd, San Luis Obispo. PLUG-IN TO LOCAL CLIMATE ACTION Get inspired by local action, connect with others, and discover more ways to get involved with the SLO Climate Coalition. Attend virtually or in-person. Sustainable snacks and childcare will be provided. Third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m. sloclimatecoalition.org/events/. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo. SLO CLIMATE KICKOFF PARTY Join for an evening of celebration, community, and climate action at SLO Climate Coalition’s Climate Kickoff Party! Jan. 14, 6-8 p.m. $35. sloclimatecoalition.org. Region Event Center, 858 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, (805) 225-3116. SLO LEZ B FRIENDS (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A good core group of friends who gather to discuss topics we love/ care about from movies, outings, music, or CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 23

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SLO County Restauran

Thursday, January 1 through Saturday, Janu

2026

ATASCADERO

Experience a rich three-course dinner for Restaurant Month, featuring your choice of a standout starter, a signature main, and a decadent dessert. Join us this January and savor bold flavors and the inviting, handcrafted spirit of Barley & Boar. Availability: 4 PM – 8:30 PM • Price: $40

Enjoy an unforgettable three-course Restaurant Month dinner featuring a delicious starter, a thoughtfully prepared main course, and a decadent dessert finale. Celebrate Restaurant Month with us and experience refined flavors paired with warm hospitality throughout your evening. Availability: 5 PM – 9 PM • Price: $40

5925 Entrada Avenue (805) 460-6369 BarleyandBoar.com

6400 El Camino Real (805) 538-9517 CieloAtascadero.com

ATASCADERO

PASO ROBLES

Indulge in a delicious three-course dinner featuring your choice of a flavorful starter, a hearty entrée, and a decadent dessert finale. Join us this January as we celebrate Restaurant Month with warm hospitality and classic dishes crafted with care. Availability: 4 PM – 8:30 PM • Price: $45

Enjoy a hearty three-course Restaurant Month menu featuring a warm, comforting starter, your choice of bold, house-smoked entrées loaded with fresh flavor, and a rich, indulgent dessert to finish. Savor the signature, smoky taste that makes Jack’s a local staple. Availability: 11 AM – 8:30 PM • Price: $40

8783 El Camino Real (805) 460-0193 GuestHouseGrill.com

1902 Creston Road (805) 296-3355 JacksPasoGrill.com

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ATASCADERO

Enjoy a memorable dining experience from our Special Featured Menu at our Pisco Bar, Creekside Patio, or Cevice Bar. 1. Three Appetizers $35 2. Two Appetizers & Two Pisco Drinks $40 3. One Appetizer, Main Course & a small Dessert $50 Located in the heart of Downtown SLO.

Discover Kula Hawaiian Kitchen’s elevated comfort food, featuring fresh island ingredients and the spirit of aloha. For just $30, choose from four tempting appetizers and seven savory entrees. Indulge in authentic Hawaiian flavors, beautifully presented in a warm, inviting setting. Visit today and taste the islands, in style! Valid for dine-in only.

746 Higuera St, Suite 6 (creekside dining) (805) 668-6711 • IG: @kikorestaurantslo

6200 El Camino Real • (805) 519-8200 KulaHawaiianKitchen.com

OCEANO

SAN LUIS OBISPO

Dig into bold Mexican flavors at Old Juan’s Cantina! This January, get our 3-course special: Start with tortilla soup, or a house salad, then choose mole enchiladas, adobo, or smoked carnitas, and end with tres leches cake, tamale, cobbler, or churros. All for $40! Bring your appetite— we’ve got the rest!

$78 PER PERSON Indies & Eats Ox & Anchor Restaurant Month The Taste of Things Jan 8th, 10th, 11th Big Night Jan 15th, 17th, 18th Holy Cow! & The Best Chef in the World Jan 22nd, 24th, 25th Fantastic Fungi Jan 29th, 31st, Feb 1st *menus & wine partners to be determined the week before *3 course menu $78.00

649 Pier Avenue (805) 489-5680 OldJuansCantina.com

877 Palm Street (805) 234-9968 OxAndAnchor.com

SAN LUIS OBISPO

PISMO BEACH

Delivering the authentic taste of Italy with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Pizza Republic invites you to enjoy 15% off any 16” pizza when you mention “New Times” while ordering during Restaurant Month.

80-Degree Panoramic Views and Spectacular Sunsets! Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu for $59 – Your Choice of Starter, Entrée, and Dessert. Entrée options include an 8 oz pork chop, gnocchi ratatouille, and more. Pair dinner with a relaxing walk on the Pismo Beach Pier and start the year by the sea!

BARLEY & BOAR

GUEST HOUSE GRILL

KIKO PERUVIAN RESTAURANT & PISCO BAR

OLD JUAN’S CANTINA

PIZZA REPUBLIC

CIELO

JACK’S BAR & GRILL

KULA HAWAIIAN KITCHEN

SEAVENTURE RESTAURANT

100 Ocean View Avenue (805) 773-3463 • SeaVenture.com

AVILA BEACH

PISMO BEACH

Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu for $60 Choose a Starter, Entrée, and Dessert from 10 unique dishes featuring garden-to-table and locally sourced ingredients. Served 5–9 PM, January 4–31. Hot tip: Warm up with a mineral springs soak before or after dinner for the perfect night!

Sunday Brunch Buffet

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OX + ANCHOR

3810 Broad Street Suite 3 (805) 543-4825 PizzaRepublicSLO.com

THE GARDENS OF AVILA RESTAURANT

Kula Hawaiian

VENTANA GRILL

Enjoy hot dishes, seafood, fresh salads and desserts. Sip Bloody Marys and Mimosas while taking in the amazing view! Special Price: $41.95/person (normally $51.95) Max party size: 4 guests. Reservations required; must mention this ad when booking. Available Dates: January 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2026 2575 Price Street (805) 773-0000 VentanaGrill.com

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SAN LUIS OBISPO

“THE PACK IS BACK, Jan 1-31 We are offering 15% off select combo meals. Get a specialty burger or sandwich. Choice of side: fries, onion rings, or salad, and a drink!

Restaurant Month just got a little wilder. Celebrate with bold, untamed, and unapologetically flavorful dishes at Feral Kitchen & Lounge. Join us this January and sink your teeth into a threecourse lineup crafted for those who crave something a little wilder. Availability: 3 PM – 9 PM • Price: $35

COOL CAT CAFE

**Discount excludes: double and triple burgers, The Burger of the Month, and alcoholic beverages.”

FERAL KITCHEN & LOUNGE

3165 Broad Street Suite 102, SLO 198 Pomeroy, Pismo Beach (805) 544-8235 • CoolCatCafe.com

725 Higuera Street (805) 465-2211 FeralKitchenAndLounge.com

TEMPLETON

ATASCADERO

JACK’S BAR & GRILL

JONNYBOY’S BAGELRY & JEWISH DELICATESSEN

Come visit Atascadero’s only bagelry & Jewish deli! All month long, enjoy one of our sandwiches, an 8oz side of our house-made potato salad, a Dr. Brown’s soda of your choosing, and a chocolate-dipped coconut macaroon for $30 5935 Entrada Avenue (805) 464-2159 • @jonnyboysbagelry

SAN LUIS OBISPO

PISMO BEACH

Discover the all-new Marcerro, a Central Coast dining destination set against rolling hills and sweeping views of where land meets sea. Enjoy a $50 prix fixe dinner showcasing locally sourced ingredients – starting with a Tuna Tartare Taco or Black Garlic Kale Caesar, followed by Duck Confit Pappardelle or Steak Frites, and Chef’s Choice dessert. Fresh, seasonal cooking made to share. Available at 4 PM daily.

Head to the Best South Coast Restaurant and Bar January 4–31, from 3:30–9 PM, for oceanfront views, epic sunsets, and hyperlocal dining. Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu for $55 Select an Appetizer, Entrée, and Dessert from 13 exciting dishes crafted by our award-winning team.

2990 Dairy Creek Road (805) 316-6535 • Marcerro.com

2757 Shell Beach Road (805) 773-5000 • CliffsHotelAndSpa.com

PASO ROBLES

SAN LUIS OBISPO

Paso Terra Bistro is proud to be your go to restaurant for International Cuisine, Happy Hour and Catering needs. Enjoy our $35 January meal with 3 courses. Salad, Entree and Dessert. Pic: Herb Roasted Chicken with Brown Sugar Sage sauce.

Steak Frites & Eberle Syrah Petite Filet Mignon, Crispy Frites Eberle Steinbeck Syrah “Bordelaise” $42

1032 Pine Street (805) 286-4002 PasoTerraBistro.com

877 Palm Street (805) 234-9969 piadinaslo.com · Open 4–9pm

SAN LUIS OBISPO

AVILA BEACH

All month long, San Luis Obispo’s vibrant food scene comes alive with special menus and unique deals at participating local restaurants. Whether you’re craving innovative new dishes, classic favorites with a fresh twist, or a full multi-course meal, there’s something delicious waiting for you. Come savor the best of SLO while supporting the chefs, kitchens, and community that make our culinary scene so exceptional.

Two meals and two soft drinks for only $30! Includes your choice of a Cheeseburger or 3-Piece Fish, served with your favorite side: fries, chowder, or rings. Just say “New Times” when you order to get the deal! Available Monday–Sunday, open to close.

MARCERRO

PASO TERRA BISTRO

SLO RESTAURANT MONTH

MARISOL RESTAURANT AT THE CLIFFS

PIADINA

The Perfect Pairing Eberle Steinbeck Syrha $14/Glass $55/Bottle

THE CUSTOM HOUSE

VisitSLO.com/RestaurantMonth

404 Front Street (805) 595-7555

PISMO BEACH

Savor the flavors of the California Coast at Pismo Beach’s premier oceanfront dining destination with a vibrant menu featuring locally-sourced ingredients and flavorful Baja Coastal selections. Enjoy your meal with breathtaking ocean views and live music on the weekends. Join us for an exclusive three course dinner for $55. Complimentary valet parking is included.

Enjoy Taco Tuesday for 2 at Wooly’s all January! Mention the New Times deal to get two soft drinks and two taco orders for $30. Each guest chooses one style: Pork Carnitas, Baja Fish, Carne Asada, or Asian Shrimp. No mixing or matching—just great tacos daily at Wooly’s this January.

VESPERA RESORT

147 Stimson Avenue (805) 779-4065 or (805) 773-1011 vesperapismobeach.com

WOOLY’S

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Brass Mash Live at the Pour House

The Who’s Rock Opera, ‘Tommy’ Fundraiser

Award-Winning Film Screening: Immediate Family

The Pour House, Paso Robles

Bay Theatre, Morro Bay

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16

UPCOMING EVENTS ON MY805TIX.COM

Resilience Sound Journey Cancer Support

MONDAY, JANUARY 26

SLO Craft Beer Fest

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Alex Madonna Expo Center, SLO

Serenity Sound Journey

Intention Setting Collage mini-Retreat

Conscious Community Mixer w/Margot MONDAY, JANUARY 12 9th Limb Yoga, Morro Bay

MONDAY, JANUARY 12 Bay Theatre, Morro Bay

Friday Night Improv

Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 835 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

LSD & the Search for God

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

New Beginnings

Improv Extravaganza

FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 Santa Maria Civc Center

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 Adventist Health-Sierra Vista, SLO

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 Gala Pride & Diversity Center, SLO

Just Ducky Sound Bath

Insider’s Look at City Government

Proxima Parada in Downtown SLO

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 525 Harbor St, Morro Bay

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 CC Body Therapy Center, Los Osos

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15 Odd Fellows Hall, SLO

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 The Bunker SLO

VHS Fest 2.0

Knights Templar Presentation

Wealth, Women & Woo

Bob & Wendy

The Last Class with Robert Reich

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 Humdinger Brewing, SLO

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 The Anderson Paso, Paso Robles

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 Crows End Retreat, SLO

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 The Bunker SLO

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 ACi Jet, SLO

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 The Bunker SLO

Babes Against the Machine

Mawtini-Arab American Narratives SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Cal Poly Library, SLO

Giafunni’s Comedy in January

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Beach

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 San Luis Obispo Public Market

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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. DONATION-BASED YOGA FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, EMTS, AND CARETAKERS Class schedule varies. Contact empoweryoga805@gmail for details and reservations. ongoing (805) 619-0989. empoweryoga805.com. Empower Yoga Studio and Community Boutique, 775 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach. MULTICULTURAL DANCE CLASS 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

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Arts ARTIFACTS Nobody puts Baby in a corner!

Do you love the 1987 film Dirty Dancing? Because on Thursday, Jan. 29 (7:30 p.m.; ages 5-andolder; $42 to $97 at pacslo.org), at the Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, you can watch the digitally remastered film while a live band and singers perform in sync to every song. Set in a Catskills resort in the summer of 1963, the film follows Frances “Baby” Houseman (Jennifer Grey) on vacation with her family as she falls in love with the resort’s handsome dance instructor, Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze). The film manages to deliver a potent romance and coming-of-age story but also pack in social issues like class divide and female empowerment all set to a wicked good soundtrack. “Feel the romance, rhythm, and emotion as you watch Baby and Johnny’s love story come to life on a full-size cinema screen, with every iconic moment amplified by the power of live music,” organizers announced. “After the final scene, the fun keeps going with a dance-along encore party that invites you to celebrate the music that made history. Whether you’re a longtime fan or experiencing it for the first time, this is your chance to relive the time of your life, because some dances last forever.”

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Pianist and Cal Poly Professor Emeritus W. Terrence Spiller will present a recital at the Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre on Friday, Jan. 9 (7 p.m.; ages 5-and-older; $12 students to $22 general at pacslo.org). The program spans from the late-18th century into the early 20th century and includes Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Sonata in A Major,” K. 331 (aka “Turkish Rondo”); followed by a set of character pieces by Felix Mendelssohn including three “Songs without Words” and his “Rondo Capriccioso,” Op. 14. The second half of the program will feature sets of “Preludes” by Claude Debussy and Sergei Rachmaninoff. Spiller retired from teaching at Cal Poly in spring 2023. He became a member of the music department faculty in 1991 and served as its chair from 2004 to 2019. He earned degrees in piano performance from the University of Washington, Indiana University, and the University of Southern California. Dr. Spiller was also a prize winner in international piano competitions and was recognized by the University of Southern California School of Music as the outstanding doctoral graduate of 1991. He’s performed across the U.S. and Europe as soloist, recitalist, chamber musician, and accompanist. Δ —Glen Starkey

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Wholly immersive The Movie Experience hopes Dolby Vision+Atmos will lure movie lovers back to the theater

n Dec. 29, 2025, the news was bleak for movie theaters. “The Movie Theater Comeback That Wasn’t: Why 2025 Was Such a Dud for Struggling Cinemas” a Variety headline announced; “Even ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ can’t lift the 2025 box office out of pandemic-crisis doldrums,” the Los Angeles Times lamented. It’s true that so far, nothing theater operators have tried has lifted attendance to pre-2020 levels. Between well-programmed streaming services, people falling out of the theatergoing habit, and increasingly good home theater equipment and falling prices for massive flatscreen TVs, people have plenty of reasons not to patronize movie theaters. It also doesn’t help that the window between films being screened in theaters and then showing up on streaming services has been greatly reduced. Why go to a theater if you can watch that very same film in the comfort of your home in three weeks? Well, local theater proprietor Bruce Sanborn— who a little more than a year ago signed a new 20-year lease for his seven-plex in the Downtown Centre and is one year into a two-year, $3 millionplus renovation of the now 31-year-old theater—is betting on new state-of-the-art technology to draw people in. “We want to get folks out of their houses and back into the theater, and I guess if we can’t get them back with this, we’ll never get them back,” he said during a Dec. 18 demonstration of the nation’s first Dolby Vision+Atmos auditorium. “A lot of SLO County doesn’t come downtown to go to the movies. This is our effort to bring them back to the movie theater to see a movie the way people have for 100 years—in a dark room with other people sitting around them. That’s our goal.” The technology is so new and rare that there are only 13 Dolby Vision+Atmos auditoriums in the world. Sanborn has been renovating Downtown Centre Cinemas room by room, and the new Vision+Atmos auditorium is the fifth room. It opened Christmas Day. When renovations are complete, four theaters will be equipped with the Atmos, which uses multiple speakers located around the auditorium to allow sounds to literally travel around viewers. Three will have Dolby’s immersive 7.1 system. Comfortable new recliners

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To see a film in the nation’s first Dolby Vision+Atmos auditorium—located in Downtown Centre Cinemas—visit themovieexperience.com, choose your show and seats, and buy a ticket online. Be sure to choose the correct screening. Only one of the seven screens is equipped with Vision+Atmos.

with heated seats NON-DESCRIPT This Dolby Vision projector built by Canadian company Christie might not look like much, but it contains game-changing theater technology that will be installed will transform the moviegoing experience. throughout. “After this is Titanic filmmaker James Cameron, who in a [auditorium] is the lobby, the restrooms, and of YouTube video sang Dolby’s praises: “In Dolby, course there are two theaters to finish near the lobby,” Sanborn said. “We also want to improve the you’re going to see it in a format that’s going to draw you in. With Dolby Atmos, it’s going to sound outside.” He envisions a lounge feel in the lobby the best it can sound. There’s so much special with comfy couches where people might enjoy a dimensionality to it. The extra vertical dimension glass of wine before or after a screening. is wonderful to mix with. Things going overhead. The real star of the renovation, however, is the Vision+Atmos technology, which is a gamechanger. Things going around you. Things happening behind you. Everything will still have clarity. It just The new auditorium is completely black: walls, enrichens the entire experience so much. ceiling, floor, and seats. Dolby Vision technology “Dolby Vision makes it a much more vivid depends on an ultra-dark environment. Even the experience,” Cameron continued. “That vividness exit lights have been located so that no light reflects draws you in and engages you, but it also makes the on-screen. emotional dramatic scenes that much more vivid, “It’s only fitting that we do this with Bruce so you feel more deeply. It’s got the full dynamic Sanborn and his family and The Movie Experience range—the brightness, the color—and when you’ve because his family is theatrical royalty in Southern got dynamic range, you experience the color space California,” Dolby exec Mike Archer explained better.” during the demo. “Starting from the very beginning, And SLO Town now has the very first they were always looking for that next best thing Vision+Atmos theater in the nation. in their theaters, and still today they’re committed “I just wish there were to bringing the absolute best thousands more Dolby Vision technology that you can get in screens in the world,” Cameron an auditorium, and that’s Dolby added. “It’s really important to see Vision and Dolby Atmos.” Send gallery, stage, Fire and Ash in a Dolby cinema The contrast ratio is greater and cultrual festivities to because it’s the place I go to see than a million to one, the very arts@newtimesslo.com. my movie looking the right way. limit that the human eye can You can see it the way it was perceive. A standard movie screen meant to be seen. It’s the way generates 14 Lamperts of light, but Dolby Vision we authored the movie to look. Audiences will be generates 31 Lamperts. That brighter screen and thunderstruck. If I didn’t think that, it wouldn’t be contrast ratio means darker darks and brighter worth it.” lights. The technology generates amazingly crisp Seeing a film in Vision+Atmos will cost more. detail and three-times the eye-popping color gamut An adult ticket is $19, while kids, seniors, and the as a standard movie. military will pay $16 compared to $15 and $12 in Both technologies are applied to films in postDowntown Centre’s other auditoriums. There are production, so any movie can be transformed matinee discounts, too. to screen in a “It’s not inexpensive,” Archer stressed. “You PHOTO COURTESY OF 20TH CENTURY STUDIOS Vision+Atmos theater. generally see a higher ticket price associated “At Dolby, we’ve with it because you have to have a return on your been around for investment. About 55 to 60 films come out every 60 years,” Archer year with Vision+Atmos, so the patrons here explained. “We don’t could come every week and see a new film in come up with solutions Vision+Atmos. Animation really gets the benefits and technologies and of high dynamic range.” tell the creatives they After attending the Dec. 18 demo, I watched need it. The success Avatar: Fire and Ash on Dec. 26. of Dolby for 60 years While I found the third film in the Avatar has been working franchise derivative and unnecessarily long, with the creatives watching it was a remarkably immersive and understanding experience. Sound swirled around me, the colors were incredibly vivid, and the sharpness of the what they’re trying picture was astounding. I felt like was inside the to achieve with their movie. Amazing! ∆ filmmaking and VIVID DETAIL With the Dolby Vision technology, films like Avatar: Fire and Ash creating the tools that are much brighter with a 1 million-to-1 contrast ratio that must be experienced to allow them to do that.” Contact Arts Editor Glen Starkey at gstarkey@ be believed. newtimesslo.com. One Dolby fan

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Glen “I celebrate myself, and I sing myself/ And what I assume you shall assume,/ For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you,” wrote Walt Whitman in his epic free verse poem “Song of Myself.” The poem THE LIFE OF CHUCK and its idea of both What’s it rated? R individualism and What’s it worth, Anna? Full price interconnectedness What’s it worth, Glen? Full price are at the heart of Where’s it showing? Hulu, The Life of Chuck, the Amazon Prime story of an ordinary man on the cusp of death at 39. Told in three acts in reverse order, the film begins I CONTAIN MULTITUDES Chuck (Tom Hiddleston) breaks out in dance with stranger Janice with act 3, “Thanks, Chuck,” and focuses Halliday (Annalise Basso) to a busking drummer, in act 2 of The Life of Chuck, streaming on Hulu on middle school teacher Marty Anderson and rentable on Amazon Prime. (Chiwetel Ejiofor), whose world seems to be ending. Natural disasters, worldwide us who we are. When Chuck dies, so die his years. It had a Stranger Than Fiction vibe, Internet disruption, and societal collapse memories of those interactions. The stars are especially in the narrated moments—which drive him back into the arms of his ex-wife, snuffed out in Marty Anderson’s universe is another movie I love that deals with the Felicia (Karen Gillan), as they ponder the as it existed in Chuck’s consciousness. It’s a vastness and the smallness of life. This is end and wonder about billboards and radio beautiful film. where we learn that Chuck can dance and ads saying, “Charles Krantz: 39 Great Years! Anna I’m so glad that we got to see it, but I’m that his time on earth is short and soon lost. Thanks, Chuck!” What does it mean? sad to have missed it in the theater. It feels We also see his depth of connection and his Anna The backwards unfolding of a story like it’s going to stay with me for a very long genuine compassion for those around him. is always an interesting trick. A key scene in time. Hiddleston is good in everything, and Glen The final act, “I Contain Multitudes,” this part of the film is Marty on the phone returns us to Chuck’s challenging childhood especially so here. It’s the kind of film that with Felicia, describing Carl Sagan’s Cosmic makes you take stock at what surrounds you, (here played by three actors at ages 7, Calendar to put into perspective how small who you’ve been, who you’ve known, and 11, and 17) and the pains and joys of his a blip human existence really is and where how all of that builds into the person you are upbringing. One pivotal moment is when it comes to play in the age of the universe. at this very second. I’ll rewatch this one. I his idealistic teacher Ms. Richards (Kate It was pivotal and emotional, and Ejiofor loved it. Siegel) explains Whitman’s iconic line, truly carried the scene with quiet brilliance. Glen Not everyone loved it. Peter Debruge of “I contain multitudes.” It’s a philosophic At the end of act 1, we meet Chuck (Tom Variety called it the “worst movie of 2025.” film about consciousness and reality. Our Hiddleston) in his hospital bed, in the final Decide for yourselves! ∆ lives and memories are an accumulation breaths of life with his wife and teenage of small moments and interactions with son there with him. When act 2 begins, our Arts Editor Glen Starkey and freelancer everyone we’ve met or encountered. Every faithful narrator (Nick Offerman) describes Anna Starkey write Split Screen. Comment at person exists in their own reality, their Chuck the accountant, what his day-to-day gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. personal inner universe. Experiences make is, what his life was like in those middle

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What’s it rated? TV-MA When? 2025 Where’s it showing? Apple TV+

uccessful but disillusioned romantasy novelist Carol Sturka (Rhea Seehorn) gives readings attended by gaggles of middleaged women lusting after her strapping leading man. Her manager, Helen (Miriam Shor), is also her romantic partner, and when they return to Albuquerque following a successful tour, a stop at a bar turns bizarre when everyone around her is shaking as if in a seizure, including Helen. After an awful journey back to their home PHOTO COURTESY OF APPLE TV+

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with Helen’s dead body, Carol flips on the TV to hear the person on-screen talking directly to her. All humans who didn’t die in the event joined into a hivemind, except Carol and 11 others. The collective community wants to fix that. What follows is Carol’s resistance to “joining,” her quest to find the other survivors, and her ultimate loneliness that leads her to seek companionship from one of the assimilated, Zoshia (Karolina Wydra), who acts as her chaperone. While this is Carol’s story, we also follow Manousos Oviedo (Carlos-Manuel Vesga), another survivor from Paraguay who embarks on a perilous journey to find Carol while avoiding those assimilated. Apple TV, well done. I can’t wait to find out what happens next in season 2. (10 42- to 63-min. episodes) —Anna

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reated by Sterlin Harjo (Reservation Dogs), this comedy crime drama set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, follows bookstore owner and investigative journalist Lee Raybon (Ethan Hawke), who calls himself a “truthstorian” and works to root out local corruption. Raybon has a code of honor but operates at the edge of lawlessness. He’s more of a “beg for forgiveness” than “ask for permission” guy, and Hawke brings all his hangdog charm to the character.

Raybon’s current case involves the Washberg clan, about whom he’s published an exposé. The investigation deepens when the family’s black sheep, Dale Washberg (Tim Blake Nelson), ends up dead from an apparent suicide, leaving behind a trail of clues in his collection of hardboiled crime fiction novels by Jim Thompson. The Washberg patriarch is the corrupt but connected Donald Washberg (Kyle MacLachlan), married to Betty Jo (Jeanne Tripplehorn). There’s a helluva cast that includes Keith David, Tracy Letts, Dale Dickey, Peter Dinklage, and Graham Greene in one of his final roles. The real star, of course, is Hawke, and watching his character afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted is a blast, even if he’s mostly black and blue from getting his ass kicked. (eight 40- to 59-min. episodes) ∆ —Glen

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‘Jangly rock ’n’ soul’

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recently watched Dustbowl Revival’s 2025 Jam in the Band set recorded at last year’s Whale Rock Music Festival, and damn if they’re not at the top of the game. The vocal harmonies between founder and lead songwriter Z. Lupetin and backup singer Lashon Halley are amazing. Halley is one of a revolving cast of performers to collaborate with Lupetin. Since its inception in 2007, something like 30 people have cycled in and out of the band, so who knows who’ll be with Lupetin when Good Medicine, Numbskull, and KCBX present Dustbowl Revival on Saturday, Jan. 10, at The Siren (8 p.m.; 21-and-older; $26.47 at goodmedicinepresents.com). This genre-bending ensemble formed via a Craigslist posting in Venice Beach and has developed into one of the coolest live bands in California. They’ve described their sound as a “spicy cocktail of folky-funk or bootyshaking jangly rock ’n’ soul: expertly mixing their New Orleans-tinted brass section with their signature Laurel Canyon harmonies and fearless lyrics.” They’ve been written up in Rolling Stone and Billboard and get a lot of airplay on AAA radio. They also have seven albums out. If you haven’t seen them live, don’t wait. This is an amazing band. As Lupetin states on the band’s website, “Maybe we don’t know where this journey will take us or how long it will last. That’s my take on the importance of what we try to do. Music elevates us, lifts us up, makes us change our minds, takes us out of our comfort zones. If just one person can be moved by just one song, that’s enough.” Take the ride. Americana, rock, folk, and bluegrass act Rose’s Pawn Shop opens. Good Medicine and Numbskull present eclectic singer-songwriter Eric Hutchinson on Thursday, Jan. 15, at The Siren (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $34.74 at goodmedicinepresents.com). For the past decade, Hutchinson has penned unique, personal songs in varied genres like pop, soul, Americana, folk, altrock, and jazz. The platinum-selling singersongwriter recently released a two-vinyl-

SONIC STEW Good Medicine, Numbskull, and KCBX present genre-jumping roots orchestra Dustbowl Revival at The Siren on Jan. 10.

record compilation of his songs titled Cliff Notes—The Best of 2014-2024. He’s known for staying after performances to meet fans, sign items, and take pictures. “Saying hello to people after the show has gotten to be my favorite part of the night,” Hutchison said in press materials. “I love getting to hear people’s stories and their personal connections to my songs. A lot has changed for me since 2014. I became a dad, I lost my father, I started taking anti-depressants, I lived through COVID. Throughout it all, I’ve processed my feelings the only way I know how—through my songwriting. I know people are busy living their lives and don’t always have time to keep up with what I’ve been making. Cliff Notes is a streamlined way that listeners can explore my work from the last decade and maybe play a little catch-up.” Also this week at The Siren, see country rock, Americana, and bluegrass act Hazard Canyon on Friday, Jan. 9 (7:30 p.m.; 21-andolder; free). Local classic rock cover act That’s What She Said plays a matinee show on Saturday, Jan. 10 (2 to 5 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). Expect synthesizer-based rock and pop hits from the ’60s to ’90s.

Blues tripleheader!

Blues fans, get ready for a show sure to burn the juke joint to the ground when SLO Blues Society presents The Ray Jaurique Big Band on Saturday, Jan. 10, at the SLO Vets Hall (doors at 6:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; $26.80 presale at sloblues.org). You’ll also get opening sets by The Irene Cathaway Rhythm & Blues Band and The Burning James All-Star Band. Ray Jaurique is a singer-songwriter and guitarist backed by seasoned musicians committed to presenting Jaurique’s wellwritten, soulful songs. According to press materials, influences include “Sam Cooke, one part Albert King, a pinch of Albert Collins, one part Delbert McClinton, a touch of Keb Mo’, some Van Morrison, with a little Holland-Dozier-Holland thrown in.” Jaurique also tours with smaller combos including The Uptown Brothers and the Ray Jaurique Trio, but his Big Band includes a four-piece horn section, so get ready for a phat sound. They’re touring in support of Jaurique’s latest, Soul Remedy. Cathaway is a soulful, smoky-voiced chanteuse who loves blues and R&B. Etta James and Koko Taylor are her inspirations. Burning James’ All-Stars include

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Cal Poly Arts presents The Choir of Man on Friday, Jan. 9, and Saturday, Jan. 10 (7:30 p.m.; $74 to $104 at calpolyarts.org), at the Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo. The Olivier Award-nominated hit musical is set in a classic Irish/British pub called The Jungle, and over the course of 90 minutes, its bartender and eight patrons celebrate male camaraderie through song and dance, with hits by Queen, Guns N’ Roses, Adele, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Avicii, Katy Perry, and more. STARKEY continued page 30

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GARAGE R&B Nevada-based garage rock, R&B, and Americana act The Sand Gators play Frog and Peach on Jan. 9.

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Guy Noir returns A Prairie Home Companion creator Garrison Keillor brings his act to The Clark Center on Thursday, Jan. 15 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $49 to $79 at clarkcenter.org). The well-known humorist, singer, voice

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vila Beach has a new hot spot to partake of seaside sips, light fare, and spectacular sunsets thanks to Sinor Family Wines. Shuck Shack Natural Wine Bar, which started welcoming customers in late November and will celebrate its grand opening on Jan. 22, is located at 480 Front St., replacing PierFront Wine & Brew. The leadership team of Sinor Family Wines includes Mike Sinor and Cheri LaVallee, of Arroyo Grande, who founded Sinor-LaVallee in 1997, along with their children Tomas and Esmée, who will ultimately take the reins of the company as Mike eyes semi-retirement, he said. “Obsoletion is my goal,” he explained, though he doubts he will ever be able to step away completely, as evidenced by a recent sixhour shift in the kitchen washing dishes. The new umbrella company of Sinor Family Wines includes the flagship SinorLaVallee and wholesale-focused Ocean View labels, along with Uncommon Earth, which Tomas launched in 2024. Sinor-LaVallee and Uncommon Earth wines will continue to be poured from the company’s 1st Street location in Avila Beach, but Shuck Shack has been separated and reinvented. “We’re so excited to move our Shuck Shack concept into a bigger venue,” Tomas said. “We love being in Avila Beach and truly see an amazing future in this city. The tasting room will now just be a tasting room, with a great but small food menu. “Shuck Shack is for the bigger menu, … where we get to bring the foods and wine we love to drink at home, and things we have found on our travels.” The cuisine is “bistro casual and focused on local products both in the kitchen and in the glass,” he continued. Fresh Pacific Gold oysters from Morro Bay Oyster Company remain a focal point, with raw, baked, and Spanish-style preparations available. Other menu offerings range from tinned fish, caviar, and charcuterie to sandwiches and pizza.

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Sinor Family Wines offers two experiences in Avila Beach, Shuck Shack Natural Wine Bar at 480 Front St. and the Sinor-LaVallee and Uncommon Earth tasting room at 550 1st St., unit A. Shuck Shack is open daily from noon to 7 p.m., while the tasting room is open Thursday to Monday from noon to 6 p.m. To learn more, visit sinorlavallee.com and follow the company on Instagram @shuckshackavila and @sinorlavallee.

The bar’s beverage lineup spotlights beer and primarily natural wines from local producers such as Scar of the Sea in San Luis Obispo and Phelan Farm in Cambria. “Most of our imports come from France, with a few selections from Germany,” he added. “We’re looking forward to expanding the wine program, but I feel we have an amazing base.” The Sinors will also be pouring a few of their own wines, which include Mike’s classic Burgundian- and Rhône-focused SinorLaVallee varietals and Tomas’ alternative Uncommon Earth wines. “My wines are made in a more natural style—no racking, no fining, no filtering, low sulfur usage, and never using manmade yeasts,” said Tomas, who is partial to French wines, primarily from Jura. He fell in love with the region in 2023 while working harvest in Château-Chalon for François Rousset-Martin and living in his familial home, built in the 1600s. “This gave me my ‘aha’ moment we all strive for,” he said. “I hope to make wines similar to the region, but with the CaliforniaSinor take. I’ve been trying to source all my grapes from my local AVA (American Viticultural Area), mostly the SLO Coast, but I am open to any vineyards in California that farm responsibly.” Tomas only releases four Uncommon Earth wines annually, with a highly limited production of 200 cases, a fraction of Sinor Family Wines’ combined 2,500 cases. His current lineup features French and Spanishstyle varietals. He is particularly proud of his labels, which display raised geologic graphics and are a collaboration “between myself and local design legend Robbie Bruzus,” Tomas said. “I was looking for something that speaks

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PAVING THEIR OWN PATH Sinor Family Wines co-owners Tomas and Esmée Sinor, children of renowned local winemaker Mike Sinor, celebrate the soft opening of their latest venture, Shuck Shack Natural Wine Bar, in Avila Beach in November.

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SPANISH TWIST Gilda oysters at Shuck Shack Natural Wine Bar in Avila Beach were inspired by a Sinor family trip to Spain in 2024. The Basque-style tapas traditionally include guindilla peppers, green olives, and anchovies on a skewer. PHOTO BY CHERISH WHYTE

LOCALLY PRODUCED Shuck Shack’s food menu is predominately sourced from the Central Coast. Popular options include local smoked fish dip and nduja (spreadable salami) melt, with Stepladder cheese and a Grover Beach Sourdough brioche bun.

not only to myself, but to Gen Z as a whole— grants his children a leg up over fellow budding wine professionals, he stresses mysterious and thought-provoking,” he that their rise to co-leadership roles at the explained. The end result appeals to multiple senses— company has been earned in the school of hard knocks. Their resumes prioritize visual, tactile, and, of course, gustatory. Being that the Sinors are first and foremost practical work experience over traditional educational channels, with Esmée—who winemakers, the goal with Shuck Shack is to Mike calls “the organizer” and numbers provide cuisine that pairs nicely with a glass guru—training under former Talley or bottle of wine as well as “establishing it Vineyards chief operating officer Michele as a welcoming, community-driven space Good, and Tomas—“the storyteller” and that can grow organically over time,” added rising winemaker—working six harvests at Esmée, who primarily handles accounting diverse vineyards worldwide. and business logistics for the company. In the new year, Mike looks forward “As with many family businesses, I wear a to some down time after 35 years in the lot of hats and stay closely involved in daily industry, Tomas plans to release his latest operations,” she added. Uncommon Earth wines—2025 palomino, In her quest to continue building a broad 2024 savagnin, 2025 skill set across the wine valdiguié, and 2025 and hospitality world, she gamay—and the team is headed to Sacred Hill hopes to keep expanding Winery in the Hawke’s Bay their wholesale Ocean View region of New Zealand Send tidbits on everything brand, currently featuring in February for three food and drink to Ancestrale bubbly; Vin du months, “which I see as bites@newtimesslo.com. Soirée, a white blend; and an opportunity to deepen Bistro Red, a red blend. my understanding of “As far as the Shuck production while bringing that experience back to our family’s projects,” Shack,” Esmée added, “we’re incredibly excited to take over this oceanfront location she said. in Avila Beach. It’s a special space and feels Although only in their mid-20s, the like a natural fit for what we’re building.” Δ siblings are highly qualified and 100 percent dedicated to “supporting what my parents Flavor Writer Cherish Whyte has a new have built, while helping to ensure a strong, favorite bar in Avila Beach. She’ll be sustainable future as the second generation enjoying oysters and bubbly at cwhyte@ becomes more involved,” she added. newtimesslo.com. While Mike admits that the Sinor name

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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 this 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2025-01349-CA. 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, if conducted after January 1, 2021, 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 (866)960-8299, or visit this internet website https://www.altisource. com/loginpage.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case 202501349-CA 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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, 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: December 18, 2025 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 9608299 https://www.altisource.com/ loginpage.aspx

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YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/30/2020, 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. On February 2nd, 2026 at 11:00 AM the undersigned, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to: Deed of Trust recorded 09/03/2020, as Instrument No. 2020 047708, in the Official Records of the County Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, and executed by Matthew James Booker, an unmarried man WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash or cashier’s check drawn on a financial institution authorized in Civil Code Section 2924h(b), at: In the Breezeway adjacent to the County General Services bldg.. located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo CA 93408 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State as more fully described as follows: LOT 140, UNIT 32, CALIFORNIA VALLEY, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER RECORD OF SURVEY RECORDED IN BOOK 11 OF RECORDS OF SURVEY, PAGE 60, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY. Assessor’s Parcel Number: 082201-013 The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: Vacant Land, Santa Margarita, CA APN 082-201-013 If no street address or other common designation is given, then directions for locating the property may be obtained by submitting a written request within ten days from the first publication of this notice to the beneficiary in care of the said trustee at the address shown below. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid balance of the note(s), secured by said Deed of Trust, to-wit $ 27,458.72 including as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Deed of Trust Notice of default and election to sell the described real property under the deed of trust was recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 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 (949) 860-9155 for information regarding the trustee’s sale], using the file number assigned to this case: TS# 2506-832CTS. 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. For Trustee’s Sale Information Please Call (949) 860-9155 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 no further recourse. Dated 12/22/2025 MFTDS Inc.A California Corporation dba Master funding Co. By Steve Wheeler President (951) 694-3903 41911 5th St. Ste 202 Temecula CA 92590 Mailing address, P O Box 2467, Temecula, CA 92593-2467 ( IFS 42218 ,01/08/26, 01/15/26, 01/22/26)

PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요 약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/24/2006. 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. Trustor: HUGO L. DOMINGUEZ, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 10/31/2006 as Instrument No. 2006077370 in book —-, page—and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, Date of Sale: 02/03/2026 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: IN THE BREEZEWAY ADJACENT TO THE COUNTY GENERAL SERVICES BLDG. LOCATED AT 1087 SANTA ROSA STREET, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93408 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 190,497.68 THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: 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 as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1472 L STREET, AREA OF SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451 A.P.N.: 021-171-003 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, 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 obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 190,497.68. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the

NEW FILE NO. 2025-2422 OLD FILE NO. 2024-0631 ABC Bonding, Bob’s Bail Bonds. 948 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 03/14/2024. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Gregory L. Sullivan Inc. (906 Goldenrod Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by A Corporation /s/ Gregory L. Sullivan Inc., Gregory L. Sullivan, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12/15/2025. 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. Katz, Deputy Clerk. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

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JANUARY 6, 2026 COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF Items 1-14: Consent Agenda & Resolution (Res) Nos. 2026-001 & 2026002 – Approved. Item 15: Public Comment Period – Items not on the agenda: C. Lewis; R. Reasor; R. Burton; L. Casale; L. Vanasupa; C. Reploge; Sue M.; Jesse; S. Schmidt; D. Dow; E. Jeffries - No action taken. Item 16: Board Member comments and reports on meetings – none. Item 17: Closed Session: Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation - potential cases: 1. Initiation of litigation - potential cases: 1. Existing Litigation: SLO Coastkeeper, et. al. v. Co. of SLO, U.S. District Court, Central District of CA, Western Division, Case No. 2:24-CV-06854SPG-ASx & R. Bunnell v. Co. of SLO, SLO Superior Court, Case No. 21CV-0653. Conference w/ Labor Negotiator re: employee organizations: SLOPA; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA; Unrepresented Employee: County Administrative Officer. Personnel: Performance Evaluation for Chief Executive Officer. Open Session: Report out - None. Meeting adjourned. For more details, view meeting videos at: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/ Departments/Administrative-Office/Clerk-of-the-Board/Clerk-of-theBoard-Services/Board-of-Supervisors-Meetings-and-Agendas.aspx Matthew P. Pontes, County Administrative Officer & Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk of the Board of SupervisorsJanuary 8, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2500 (11/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE PROMISES DESIGNS, 1405 Vine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Jennifer Ann Huss, Lloyd Eugene Cockayne (1405 Vine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Jennifer Ann Huss. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. 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. 12-292030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2312 (06/25/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as DESTINATIONS.DESIGNED, 3134 Wood Drive, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Rachel Louise Gustafson (3134 Wood Drive, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rachel Louise Gustafson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-242025. 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. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2230 (11/07/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO COAST REALTY, 564 Bluerock Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Michelle Barber (564 Bluerock Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amanda Barber. 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, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 11-07-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2315 (07/10/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO BREWING CO, 736 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SLO Pub, LLC (855 Aerovista Place, Suite 180, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ SLO Pub, LLC, Hamish Marshall, Managing Member. 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. 11-24FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2265 (05/01/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as FINDING HARVEST, 1351 15th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Torrie Sessions (1351 15th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Torrie Sessions. 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, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-2030. December 25, 2025, & January 1, 8, 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2338 (10/03/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as STEPHEN DAVID LEONARD COACHING, 625 Evans Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Leonard Coaching Inc. (625 Evans Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Leonard Coaching Inc., Stephen Leonard, 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 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-012030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2278 (12/18/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE STEAMING BEAN, 1651 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Marie Birdsong (3640 Ranch House Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amanda Marie Birdsong. 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, MA Nelson, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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(09/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as APPLE FARM INN, 2015 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Orka Real Estate Partners LLC, Robin L. Rossi, Trustee of the Robin L. Rossi Living Trust UTD October 19, 1990 (450 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Robin L. Rossi, Trustee. 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, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 1121-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2350 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as DRAIN DOCTORS PLUMBING, 205 South Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Blue Ribbon Home Services LLC (1030 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Blue Ribbon Home Services LLC, Jared Worthen, 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. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-03-2030. STATEMENT January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 FILE NO. 2025-2279 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (02/16/2001) STATEMENT New Filing FILE NO. 2025-2359 The following person is doing business as BEYOND ZEBRA, 1443 East (01/01/2025) Washington Boulevard, Suite 641, New Filing Pasadena, CA 91104/2650. Los The following person is doing busiAngeles County. Beyond Zebra, Inc. ness as ALIGNED PSYCHOLOGY (1443 East Washington Boulevard, GROUP PC, ALIGNED PSYCHOLOGY Suite 641, Pasadena, CA 91104). GROUP, ALIGNED PSYCHOLOGY, This business is conducted by A CA 599 Higuera St., Suite F-4, San Luis Corporation /s/ Beyond Zebra, Inc., Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo Therese Yamate, President. This County. Aligned Psychology Group statement was filed with the County PC (8193 San Dimas Rd., AtasClerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-17- cadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation 2025. I hereby certify that this copy /s/ Aligned Psychology Group PC, is a correct copy of the statement on Megan Herzing, CFO. This statement file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, was filed with the County Clerk of County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. San Luis Obispo on 12-03-2025. I 11-17-2030. December 25, 2025, hereby certify that this copy is a corJanuary 1, 8, & 15, 2026 rect copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-032030. December 18, 25, 2025, STATEMENT January 1, & 8, 2026 FILE NO. 2025-2308

FILE NO. 2025-2384 (12/08/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BAYWOOD BIRTH AND BODYWORK, SLO BIRTH MENTOR, 1159 5th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Heather Morgan (1159 5th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Heather Morgan. 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. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-08-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2393 (12/10/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TORTILLERIA LA GUERRERENSE, 1335 Railroad St., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Joel A Santiago Mateo (PO Box 355, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joel A Santiago Mateo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-10-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-10-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2399 (03/13/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as KILI SUMMIT UNLIMITED, 225 San Miguel Street, Avila Beach, CA 93424. San Luis Obispo County. Cinde Dolphin (3940 Broad St., Suite 7, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cinde Dolphin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-11-2025. 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. 12-11-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2406 (06/01/1991) New Filing The following person is doing business as CAMBRIA VACATION RENTALS, 784 Main Street, Suite A, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. J&H Enterprises, Inc. (784 Main Street, Suite A, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ J&H Enterprises, Inc., Heidi Huff, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-11-2025. 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. 12-11-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2394 (01/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SALON62, 1112 Garden St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. KAVB, LLC (1112 Garden St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ KAVB, LLC, Kimberly Boege, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-102025. 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. 12-10-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2402 (12/11/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as AVILA CABINETRY, 3621 Sacramento Drive, Suite 4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Nathaniel R Avila (3621 Sacramento Drive, Suite 4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nathaniel R. Avila. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-112025. 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. 12-11-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2408 (10/06/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as AMERICAN AUTO ACCESS, 675 Highland Hills Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Amy Athena Guerra (675 Highland Hills Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amy Athena Guerra. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-112025. 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. 12-11-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

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PORTNOFF HILL NEW COMMUNICATIONS TOWER CONTRACT NO. 320224 FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. 21.027 Bids will be opened and declared by the County Clerk at 3:15 p.m. on the bid opening date at 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Any bid received at the office of the County Clerk of the County of San Luis Obispo at or after 3:00 p.m. on the date specified above will not be accepted and will be returned to the bidder unopened. A bid received one second after 3:00 p.m. (i.e., after 3:00:00 p.m.) shall not be considered. Bids are required for the entire work described in the Contract Documents. The Bid package (also referred to herein as the “Contract Documents”) are posted on the County’s Purchasing website: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/departments/central-services/ purchasing-services/services/bid-rfp-opportunities Any changes, additions, or deletions to these Contract Documents will be in the form of written addenda issued by the County. Any addenda will be posted on the website. Prospective bidders must check the website for addenda or other relevant new information at up to 5:00 p.m. the day before the prescribed date/time for submittal of bids. The County is not responsible for the failure of any prospective bidder to receive such addenda. All addenda so issued shall become a part of this Bid. All bidders are required to acknowledge and confirm receipt of every addendum in their bid proposal. All bidder Requests for Information must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m., 5 business days prior to the bid opening date. Requests submitted after said date may not be considered. All questions pertaining to the content of this invitation to Bid must be made in writing through the Purchasing website. Questions and responses will be posted on the Purchasing website and can be viewed by accessing the Invitation to Bid located at the Purchasing website. The identity of the entity submitting the question will not be posted. The County reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of comments / questions that will be posted on the website. The bidder must have either a Class A or B license, or a combination of Class C licenses that make up a majority of the work at the time the Contract is awarded (Public Contract Code section 3300). When the bidder holds a combination of Class C licenses, all work to be performed outside of the bidder’s license specialties, except work that is incidental or supplemental to the licenses of the bidder, shall be performed by licensed Subcontractors in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act (Chapter 4 (commencing with section 4100) of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code) Pursuant to Labor Code section 1771.1: • A Contractor or Subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in the Bid Proposal, subject to the requirements of Public Contract Code section 4104, or engage in the performance of this public works project, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and qualified to perform work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Business and Professions Code section 7029.1, Public Contract Code section 10164, or Public Contract Code section 20103.5, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. • This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Bids must be submitted under sealed cover plainly marked as a bid and identified with the project number, the date and time for receipt of sealed bids, and the name of the bidder. Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or a bidder’s bond in favor of the County in an amount not less than ten

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FILE NO. 2025-2418 (08/20/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ELMORE GIRLS CONSULTING, 145 South St. Spc. A7, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The Best I Can LLC (145 South St. Spc. A7, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Best I Can LLC, Krista Elmore, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-2025. 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. 12-12-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2433 (12/16/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TECH LOUNGE, 2101 Johnson Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Brian Shawn Moseley (2101 Johnson Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brian Shawn Moseley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, I. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 12-16-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2413 (08/27/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as JOURNEY TO INSPIRATION PHOTOGRAPHY, 1229 Peach St., Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Colette English (1229 Peach St., Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Colette English. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-2025. 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. 12-122030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

percent (10%) of the submitted total Bid. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by County to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the County to make payment of retention to an escrow agent. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the County with payment and performance bonds, with each issued by a California admitted surety insurer equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1770 et seq., the Contractor and all Subcontractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations and comply with all applicable Labor Code provisions, which include, but are not limited to the employment of apprentices, the hours of labor, and the debarment of Contractors and Subcontractors. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Copies are available at the at the DIR website, http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD. Notice of Davis-Bacon Requirements Federal funds are being used on this project, and therefore, the DavisBacon Act (2 CFR 200 Appendix II(D) and 29 CFR 5) apply. The Federal minimum wage rates for this project as predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor are set forth in the Appendices. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the prevailing wage rates determined to be applicable to this contract by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and Subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate. Notice of Requirements of Federal Fair Labor Standards Act All contracts and subcontracts that result from this Notice to Bidders incorporate by reference the provisions of 29 CFR 201, the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full and part-time workers. The Contractor has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or regulation. The Contractor must address any claims or disputes that arise from this requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division. Build America, Buy America Act This project is subject to the Build America, Buy America Act requirements under Title IX of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (“IIJA”), Pub. L. 177-58. Absent an approved waiver, all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in this project must be produced in the United States, as further outlined by the Office of Management and Budget’s Memorandum M-24-02, Implementation Guidance on Application of Buy America Preference in Federal Financial Assistance Programs for Infrastructure, October 25, 2023. Executive Order N-6-22 – Russia Sanctions On March 4, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-6-22 (the EO) regarding Economic Sanctions against Russia and Russian entities and individuals. “Economic Sanctions” refers to sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. Should the State or County determine Contractor is a target of Economic Sanctions or is conducting prohibited transactions with sanctioned individuals or entities, that shall be grounds for termination of this agreement. The County shall provide Contractor advance written notice of such termination, allowing Contractor at least 30 calendar days to provide a written response. Termination shall be at the sole discretion of the County. Safety Requirements – Tower Erection and Climbing In order to ensure safety standards for tower erection and climbing, the Contractor must meet the National Association of Tower Erectors (“NATE”) membership and training requirements contained in the Special Provisions, Tower Erection Requirements prior to contract award and throughout the Contract term. By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo in their action on the 22nd day of October 2024. END OF NOTICE TO BIDDERS January 8, 2025

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FILE NO. 2025-2411 (09/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as HAIRENDIPITY, 1443 W Grand St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Janice Rae Burgess (182 Cranberry St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Janice Rae Burgess. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-2025. 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. 12-12-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Clerk, 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026 (“Bid Deadline”), for the following public works project:

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FILE NO. 2025-2419 (12/10/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MID-STATE BAILBONDS, 7630 El Camino Real #B, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Mid-State Holdings, Inc. (1001 Las Tablas Road, Apt. A, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Mid-State Holdings, Inc., Kenneth D. Erpenbach, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-12-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2420 (12/20/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as STAR INSTRUCTOR SERVICES, 152 Irish Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Lucas Conway (152 Irish Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lucas Conway. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-12-2030. December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2427 (12/15/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BODYWORK, 196 S. Ocean, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Hanna Duncan (1098 Saint Mary Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Hanna Duncan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-15-2025. 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. 12-15-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2435 (06/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as PMI DESIGN, 1301 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Peter Constantine Maletis (1301 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Peter Constantine Maletis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. 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. 12-16-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2439 (09/10/2001) New Filing The following person is doing business as MORTGAGE PROFESSIONALS GROUP, 61 Laguna Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Vincent Keith Mohr (P.O. Box 12458, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vincent Keith Mohr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-17-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2440 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as ABC BONDING, BOB’S BAIL BONDS, DIAMOND BAIL BONDS, 948 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Daniel Tuggle, Inc. (948 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Daniel Tuggle, Inc., Daniel Lee Tuggle, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME of the statement on file in my office. STATEMENT (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-17-2030. FILE NO. 2025-2431 December 18, 25, 2025, January 1, (03/07/2011) & 8, 2026 New Filing The following person is doing busiFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ness as CLASSIC ELECTRIC & CONNAME STATEMENT SULTING CORP., CLASSIC ELECTRIC FILE NO. 2025-2443 & CONSULTING, CLASSIC ELECTRIC, (12/18/2025) CLASSIC SERVICES, CLASSIC, 720 New Filing S. Frontage Road, Suite 107, Nipomo, The following person is doing CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. business as ART CENTRAL, 1329 Classic Electric & Consulting Corp. (720 S. Frontage Road, Suite 107, Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Nicholas J Webb (1329 Monterey Classic Electric & Consulting Corp., Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). Heidi C Mitchell, Treasurer. This state- This business is conducted by An ment was filed with the County Clerk Individual /s/ Nicholas J. Webb. of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. I This statement was filed with the hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in County Clerk of San Luis Obispo my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that Clerk, MA Nelson, Deputy. Exp. 12-16- this copy is a correct copy of the 2030. December 25, 2025, January statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, 1, 8, & 15, 2026 Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. January FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2432 (03/14/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as MAGNIFICO INDUSTRIES INC., INNOVATIVE BEHAVIOR TECHNOLOGIES, 330 James Way #180, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Magnifico Industries Inc. (1280 Grand Meadow Way, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Magnifico Industries Inc., Jennifer Brooke Foster, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. 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. 12-162030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2444 (01/21/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as LH CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN, 244 esparto Ave., Shell Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Louie Hin (244 esparto Ave., Shell Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Louie Hin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2448 (12/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TASK BUDDY, TASK BUDDY SLO, 1773 Pereira Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Faith Legrande (1773 Pereira Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Faith Legrande. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2456 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as NIPOMO GROCERY OUTLET 2, 181 S Frontage Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Rey&Maria LLC (315 Panno Rd., Brawley, CA 92227). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Rey&Maria LLC, David Rey Lopez, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2449 (09/24/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as LOCATELLI WINERY, LOCATELLI VINEYARDS, 8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. San Miguel Wineworks, Inc. (8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Miguel Wineworks, Inc., Raynette Gregory, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2450 (12/17/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MASVINO CELLARS, 8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. San Miguel Wineworks, Inc. (8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Miguel Wineworks, Inc., Raynette Gregory, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2468 (12/22/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as KAI SHAVE ICE, 255 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Hector Raul De La Fuente, Luis Alejandro Flores, Marco V Lucatero (255 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Hector Raul De La Fuente, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. 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. 12-22-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2469 (12/20/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as KAREN HEALING, 911 21st Street, Suite 206, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Karen Sue Erickson (113 Encanto Ct., Paso Robles, CA 93446-1845). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Karen Sue Erickson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-222025. 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. 12-22-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2470 (12/12/1992) New Filing The following person is doing business as PEACEFUL PLANET IMAGES, 525 Lilac Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Richard L Manuputy, Carol A Manuputy (525 Lilac Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Richard L. Manuputy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-222025. 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. 12-22-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2452 (12/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SHAKE SHAKE CRAB, 1005 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. A&J PWealthy LLC (1005 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ A&J Pwealthy LLC, Aye Yin, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME the statement on file in my office. STATEMENT (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. FILE NO. 2025-2471 Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, (12/09/2025) & 15, 2026 New Filing The following person is doing busiFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ness as SAN LUIS OBISPO SHOOTNAME STATEMENT ING RANGE, SLO SHOOTING RANGE, FILE NO. 2025-2453 SLOSR, 3270 Gilardi Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo (N/A) County. San Luis Obispo Firearms New Filing and Safety Training (3270 Gilardi The following person is doing busi- Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). ness as KUSTOM KAI, 555 Grande This business is conducted by A CA Ave., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Corporation /s/ San Luis Obispo FireLuis Obispo County. Kaile Nicole arms and Safety Training, Robert Nori Janni (555 Grande Ave., Nipomo, CA Brennan, Treasurer. This statement 93444). This business is conducted was filed with the County Clerk of San by An Individual /s/ Kaile Nicole Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. I hereby Janni. This statement was filed with certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. on 12-19-2025. I hereby certify Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-2030. that this copy is a correct copy of January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-2030. STATEMENT January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 FILE NO. 2025-2475 (12/22/2025) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS New Filing NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as THE PERRY PATCH, 9575 FILE NO. 2025-2455 Santa Clara Rd., Atascadero, CA (12/19/2025) 93422. San Luis Obispo County. New Filing Gretchen Belken, Tim George Allen The following person is doing busi- Perry (9575 Santa Clara Rd., Atasness as CRUISING CONES #9, 540 cadero, CA 93422). This business is Atascadero Road, Morro Bay, CA conducted by A General Partnership 93442. San Luis Obispo County. VIP /s/ Gretchen Belken. This statement Event Rentals, Inc. (540 Atascadero was filed with the County Clerk of San Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. I hereby business is conducted by A CA Cor- certify that this copy is a correct copy poration /s/ VIP Event Rentals, Inc., of the statement on file in my office. Darin Mark Reichwein, President. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. This statement was filed with the Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-2030. County Clerk of San Luis Obispo January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 on 12-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. » MORE Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-2030. LEGAL NOTICES December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026 ON PAGE 36

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FILE NO. 2025-2491 (12/23/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as 805 WINDSHIELD REPAIR & LOCKSMITH, 567 Bakeman Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Brooke David Gonzales (567 Bakeman Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brooke David Gonzales. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. 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. 12-232030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2478 (11/04/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as HEARST RANCH BEEF, 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. Hearst Holdings, Inc. (300 West 57th Street, 40th Floor, New York, NY 10019). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ Hearst Holdings, Inc., Catherine A Bostron, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME statement on file in my office. (Seal) STATEMENT Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, FILE NO. 2025-2498 Deputy. Exp. 12-23-2030. January 8, (12/08/2025) 15, 22, & 29, 2026 New Filing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person is doing busiSTATEMENT ness as VIE MARIANNE, 1335 Morro FILE NO. 2025-2485 Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. (12/23/2025) San Luis Obispo County. Marianne New Filing Rigby (1335 Morro Street, San Luis The following person is doing busi- Obispo, CA 93401). This business is ness as SKYELINE TATTOOS AND conducted by An Individual /s/ MariPIERCINGS, 1075 Court Street, Suite anne Rigby. This statement was filed 203, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Skylar Lloyd with the County Clerk of San Luis (1075 Court Street, Suite 203, San Obispo on 12-26-2025. I hereby cerLuis Obispo, CA 93401). This business tify that this copy is a correct copy is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sky- of the statement on file in my office. lar Lloyd. This statement was filed with (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-26-2030. on 12-23-2025. I hereby certify that January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, STATEMENT Deputy. Exp. 12-23-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 FILE NO. 2025-2506 (12/29/2025) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME New Filing STATEMENT The following person is doing busiFILE NO. 2025-2488 ness as PASO ROBLES FLUFF AND (01/01/2025) FOLD, 9976 Flyrod Dr., Paso Robles, New Filing The following person is doing busi- CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. ness as LIFTED MARKETING LLC, 791 Pacheco Management CA LLC (9976 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Flyrod Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446). San Luis Obispo County. Lifted Mar- This business is conducted by A CA keting LLC (791 Price St., Pismo Limited Liability Company /s/ PaBeach, CA 93449). This business is checo Management CA LLC, Chelsea conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Lifted Marketing LLC, Pacheco, Managing Member. This Nathan Jones, Manager. This state- statement was filed with the County ment was filed with the County Clerk Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. I 2025. I hereby certify that this copy hereby certify that this copy is a cor- is a correct copy of the statement on rect copy of the statement on file in file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-23- County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. 2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 Exp. 12-29-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) will hold a public hearing to receive public testimony on Unmet Transit Needs and Unmet Bike & Pedestrian Improvements within the County of San Luis Obispo and its seven cities. The hearing will be held during the SLOCOG Board meeting on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., at the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, Katcho Achadjian Government Center San Luis Obispo County, 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Unmet Transit Needs requests can also be submitted online, by phone, fax, email, mail, or in person by February 11, 2026. Submissions can be made online at slocog.org/transitneeds; by phone at (805) 597-8022; by fax at (805) 781-5703; by email at: unmet_needs@slocog.org; and by mail or in person at 1114 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. SLOCOG, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, is committed to providing special accommodations and translation services to those interested in participating in public hearings. Please note that a 48-hour notice is needed to honor your request. Call (805) 781-4219 to make arrangements. Members of the public may also submit written comments on this item for the February 4th Board meeting by email or mail: Email: pio@slocog.org by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026. Mail to: Clerk of the Board, SLOCOG, 1114 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Mailed written comments must be received by SLOCOG no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026. December 18, 2025 & January 8, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BETTY L. OHANNESIAN DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0373

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID MERLIN PARADIES DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0417

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: BETTY L. OHANNESIAN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LAUREN BUTTERFIELD in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that LAUREN BUTTERFIELD 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 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAVID MERLIN PARADIES A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KAREN WORCESTER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KAREN WORCESTER 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: February 24, 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, 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.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ERIK WALDEMAR THORSON aka ERIK W. THORSON DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0416

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: Sean DeBurgh 3017 Douglas Blvd., Suite 300 Roseville, CA 95661 888-215-3001 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2509 (08/17/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as SMOOBAGE, 591 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Heather Leeanne Koide, Adam Kazuo Koide (591 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Attorney for Petitioner: Married Couple /s/ Heather Leeanne Koide. This statement was filed with Edward E. Attala the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo 1502 Higuera Street on 12-29-2025. I hereby certify that San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 this copy is a correct copy of the 805-543-1212 statement on file in my office. (Seal) December 25, 2025, January 1, & Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G, Ugalde, 8, 2026 Deputy. Exp. 12-29-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2507 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as GUSS SMOKE SHOP, 555 #F S Thirteen St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Gustavo I Hassan (555 #F S Thirteen St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gustavo I Hassan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. 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. 12-29-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2517 (01/01/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as GATHERING PLACE, 272 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Douglas Bitter (272 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Douglas Bitter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-30-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-30-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2508 (01/01/1990) New Filing The following person is doing business as HICKS PENSION SERVICES, 555 Chorro St., Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Qualified Services, Inc. (555 Chorro St., Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Qualified Services, Inc., Michael Hicks, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. 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. 12-29-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2518 (02/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO CAL BUSINESS SERVICES, SLO LIVE SCAN, SLO CAL NOTARY SERVICES, 105 Honey Way, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Brendan Pringle (105 Honey Way, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brendan Pringle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-312025. 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. 12-31-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ERIK WALDEMAR THORSON aka ERIK W. THORSON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TRIGG D. THORSON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TRIGG D. THORSON 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: February 24, 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: Heidi Richert Clerc 74175 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 760-340-0034 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: FAY KINSEY DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0419

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: HARRY D. CARRUBBA DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0403

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: HARRY D. CARRUBBA A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT CARRUBBA, SR. in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that ROBERT CARRUBBA, SR. 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: February 17, 2026, at 9:0 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 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of Obispo, CA 93408. the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the before the hearing. Your appearance hearing and state your objections or may be in person or by your attorney. file written objections with the court IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a con- before the hearing. Your appearance tingent creditor of the decedent, you may be in person or by your attorney. must file your claim with the court IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a conand mail a copy to the personal tingent creditor of the decedent, you representative appointed by the must file your claim with the court and court within the later of either (1) mail a copy to the personal represenfour months from the date of first tative appointed by the court within issuance of letters to a general per- the later of either (1) four months sonal representative, as defined in from the date of first issuance of letsection 58(b) of the California Pro- ters to a general personal represenbate Code, or (2) 60 days from the tative, as defined in section 58(b) of date of mailing or personal delivery the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 to you of notice under section 9052 days from the date of mailing or perof the California Probate Code. Other sonal delivery to you of notice under California statutes and legal author- section 9052 of the California Proity may affect your rights as a credi- bate Code. Other California statutes tor. You may want to consult with an and legal authority may affect your attorney knowledgeable in California rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgelaw. able in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by by the court. If you are a person in- the court. If you are a person interestterested in the estate, you may file ed in the estate, you may file with the with the court a formal Request for court a formal Request for Special Special Notice (form DE-154) of the Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of filing of an inventory and appraisal an inventory and appraisal of estate of estate assets or of any petition or assets or of any petition or account account as provided in Probate Code as provided in Probate Code section section 1250. A Request for Special 1250. A Request for Special Notice Notice form is available from the form is available from the court clerk. court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Attorney for Petitioner: Brighton K. Hushing-Kline Hushing Law Jay A. Christofferson P.O. Box 1980 265 E. River Park Circle, Ste. 310 Atascadero, CA 93423 Fresno, CA 93720 805-466-6644 559-233-4800 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: FAY KINSEY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SHARON HERNANDEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that SHARON HERNANDEZ 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: March 3, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT STATEMENT STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025-2522 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as SYMPOSIUM DEVELOPMENT, 7705 Carmelita Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew West (7705 Carmelita Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matthew West. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-31-2025. 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. 12-312030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FILE NO. 2026-0002 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as LOU’S CARDS, 2851 Juniper Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Louis Bruce (2851 Juniper Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Louis Bruce. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. 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. 01-022031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT STATEMENT FILE NO. 2026-0001 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as SISTERS ON THE EDGE, 1970 Doris Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Kristi L Smith-Cuarenta, Erin N Cuarenta (PO Box 6924, Los Osos, CA 93412). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Kristi L. SmithCuarenta, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. 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. 01-02-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FILE NO. 2026-0004 (10/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ALVARADOS LANDSCAPING, 220 N Burton St., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Adrian Alvarado (220 N Burton St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Adrian Alvarado. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 0102-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JAIME STANLEY COLOME DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0384 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JAIME STANLEY COLOME A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GAEL CUNNINGHAM in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that GAEL CUNNINGHAM 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 27, 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, 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: Douglas M. Buchanan (SBN 147241) P.O. Box 234 Arroyo Grande, CA 93421 805-541-6440 December 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0015 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as PM TAX SERVICES, 612 Navajo Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Pearce Munoz Business Service LLC (612 Navajo Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Pearce Munoz Business Service LLC, Michael Pearce, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-052026. 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. 01-05-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2026

FILE NO. 2026-0005 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as ACOSTA’S INC., 2330 Double Point Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Acosta’s Inc. (2330 Double Point Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Acosta’s Inc., Norma Acosta, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. 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. 01-02-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0012 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as BERGER PSYCHOTHERAPY AND CONSULTATION SERVICES, 1428 Phillips Ln., Ste. 202, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kristina H Berger (1525 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kristina H Berger. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-052026. 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. 01-05-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0018 (01/06/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as EARTHLY VISIONS, 1728 Hogan Pl., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Susan Kathleen Batrum (1728 Hogan Pl., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Susan Kathleen Batrum. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. 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. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STANLEY AKST DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0402 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: STANLEY AKST A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LESLIE ANNE AKST in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that LESLIE ANNE AKST 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: February 3, 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 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.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: VONDA KAY CUNNINGHAMNEALEIGH, aka VONDA KAY CUNNINGHAM DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0405 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: VONDA KAY CUNNINGHAM-NEALEIGH, aka VONDA KAY CUNNINGHAM A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ERIN E. SMITH in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that ERIN E. SMITH 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: February 24, 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 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.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ARDELLE SCHWARZ DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0145 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ARDELLE SCHWARZ A AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DONALD FILLER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE AMENDED PETITION OF PROBATE requests that DONALD FILLER 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: February 17, 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 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 Schechet 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 1-310-286-9925 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: WILLIAM ANDREW MAJORS CASE NO. 25PR-0415

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-24-995284-AB Order No.: FIN-24007920

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WILLIAM ANDREW MAJORS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KEVIN MAJORS in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KEVIN MAJORS 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: Date: 2/24/2026 Time: 9:00 AM Dept.: 4 Address of the Court: 1050 Monterey St, 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 a 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 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 R. Sam Price Price Law Firm, Apc FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 208603 STATEMENT 454 Cajon St FILE NO. 2026-0026 Redlands, CA 92373 (12/17/2025) (909) 328-7000 New Filing The following person is doing busi- January 8, 15, & 22, 2026 ness as FRANKIE’S, 1129 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF San Luis Obispo County. Frankie’s, LIENED PROPERTY Inc. (1129 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is Notice is hereby given that a Lien Attorney for Petitioner: conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Sale will be held online at BID13. Attorney for Petitioner: Matha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law Frankie’s, Inc., Artin Safari, Presi- com beginning January 15th, 2026. Joyce I. Valenzuela Turman, Esq. 215 South Main Street dent. This statement was filed with The goods scheduled for auction 1930 S. Brea Canyon Rd., Ste. 120 the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo are located at Broad Street Storage Templeton, CA 93465 on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that 4880 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 805-434-2138 this copy is a correct copy of the 626-600-8644 December 25, 2025, January 1, & statement on file in my office. (Seal) CA 93401. This auction is to satisfy the lien(s) on the property stored at December 25, 2025, January 1, & 8, 2026 Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, 8, 2026 Deputy. Exp. 01-06-2031. January 8, the address above in the unit(s) listed below. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0020 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as DIVINE ALCHEMY, 188 Tank Farm Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Megan Joy Mullin (PO Box 3180, Shell Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Megan Joy Mullin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. 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. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0022 (09/03/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as JADE FERN FLORAL, 2125 Mountain View Dr. 2D, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Jade Fern Floral LLC (2125 Mountain View Dr. 2D, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Jade Fern Floral LLC, Anya Walter, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-062026. 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. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0023 (05/29/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BARREL AND BLOOM EVENTS, 3936 Righetti Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Aina Elin Gundersen (3936 Righetti Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aina Elin Gundersen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. 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. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0774

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Alyssa Michelle Montez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Alyssa Michelle Montez PROPOSED NAME: Alyssa Michelle Chavira. 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 days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no STATEMENT written objection is timely filed, the FILE NO. 2026-0025 court may grant the petition without (01/05/2026) a hearing. New Filing The following person is doing busi- NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: February ness as THE BLONDE SHEEP, 3634 4, 2026, 9:00 am, Dept. 4, in person Lemon Grove Ln., San Luis Obispo, or by Zoom at the Superior Court of CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. California, County of San Luis Obispo, Rebekah J Nicklas (3634 Lemon 1050 Monterey St., Room 220 San Grove Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of 93401). This business is conducted this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week by An Individual /s/ Rebekah J. Nickfor four successive weeks prior to the las. This statement was filed with the date set for hearing on the petition County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on in the following newspaper of gen01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this eral circulation, printed in this county: copy is a correct copy of the state- New Times ment on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Date: December 11, 2025. Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. /s/: Hon. Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Exp. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, Superior Court. & 29, 2026 January 8, 15, 15, 29, 2025

Nicolas Cloarec – C80

Luis Leocadio - B128

Robert Kruse - C46

All units must be paid for at the time of sale. Credit/Debit Card only will be accepted. Cleaning deposit can be paid in cash. The landlord reserves the right to bid on the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is”; and must be removed within 48 hours of the sale. Buyers must provide a current, original or a photocopy of their original resale permit at the time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. January 8, 2026

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice Meathead Mini Storage located at 3600 S Higuera St San Luis Obispo CA 93401 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 1/17/2026 at 10:00 AM. Diane Chamberlain; Dylan Deaton; Dylan Deaton; Dylan Deaton; Dylan Deaton; Jason Cohen. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. January 1 & 8, 2026

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/15/2022. 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 PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, or cash equivalent if deemed acceptable to the trustee, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. 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. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Karoly Robert Budai, a single man Recorded: 1/4/2023 as Instrument No. 2023000178 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California; Date of Sale: 1/20/2026 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,104,377.79 The purported property address is: 824 JACANA CT, ARROYO GRANDE, CA 93420 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 075-406-010 All bidders, at the date, time, and place of the scheduled sale, will be required to show satisfactory support to the auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, unless arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled sale. 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 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 916-9390772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-24-995284-AB. 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: 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 619-645-7711, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-24-995284-AB 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

LEGAL NOTICES 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. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POSTSALE OVER BIDDERS: For post-sale information in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California Civil Code, use file number CA-24995284-AB and call (866) 645-7711 or login to: http://www.qualityloan. com. The above statutorily mandated notices to Tenant, Prospective Owner-Occupant, and Prospective Post-Sale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. Compliance with all relevant provisions will be required. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-9390772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Post-Sale Information (CCC 2924m(e)): (866) 645-7711 Reinstatement or Payoff Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION TS No.: CA24-995284-AB IDSPub #0282122 12/25/2025 1/1/2026 1/8/2026

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) is/are: HellaHot, 570 Higuera Street, Suite 104 , San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Doing Business as: HellaHot All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s) is/are: (if none, so state): None The location in California of the chief executive office of the seller(s) (if same as above, so state): same The name(s) and address(es) of the buyer is: Patsapol Korawis The assets being sold are generally described as: All of the furniture, fixtures, equipment, goodwill, trade name, merchandise inventory and supplies of that certain business known as HellaHot, 570 Higuera Street, Suite 104, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Receiver SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF TULARE IN RE MARRIAGE OF JAMES MACQUEEN GILLESPIE, Petitioner, vs. MAUREEN ANN GILLESPIE, Respondent. Case No. VFL 296943

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO

Assigned to: Honorable Jason Taylor Notice of Receiver’s Proposed Sale of Real Property and Hearing on Petition for Confirmation of Sale Hearing on Report of Sale: Date: February 3, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: 13

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Paul F. Ready, as Receiver appointed in the abovecaptioned proceeding, will sell under the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned, subject to confirmation by the Court on February 3, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in Department 13, located at 221 S. Mooney Boulevard, Visalia, California, the following real property known as 165 Damar Street, City of Morro Bay, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, APN 065-135017 and more particularly described as follows (hereinafter referred to as the “PROPERTY”): Lots 13 and 14 in Block 13E of Atascadero Beach, in the City of Morro Bay, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, according to map recorded July 2, 1917 in Book 2 at Page 15 of Maps, except therefrom that portion of Lot 14 herein described lying within the boundaries of Damar Street formerly 27th Street as shown on said map, and also excepting from said Lot 14 herein described all oil, hydrocarbon and other mineral products in, on or under said land reserved in Deed from Los Angeles First National Trust Bank, a National Banking Association recorded May 23, 1928 in Book 53, Page 74 of Official Records. APN: 065-135-017 The proposed sale is subject to current taxes, covenants and conditions, restrictions, rights, rights of way and existing encumbrances of record. The proposed sale price is One Million One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars, ($1,165,000.00). The Receiver recommends the Court impose an initial minimum overbid of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) for a total initial minimum overbid of $1,170,000.00, with a minimum nonrefundable down payment of three percent (3%) of the purchase price, payable in certified funds to the Receiver immediately upon Court confirmation of any overbid. The remaining purchase price shall be paid in cash on close of escrow not later than ten (10) days following entry of the order confirming sale except as otherwise ordered by the Court. The Receiver retains the right to qualify and reject any and all bids. The sale is made without representations or warranties (except as to title) and is considered an “As-Is” and “Where-As” sale. All due diligence shall be completed by prospective bidders before the hearing on this proposed sale. Contact the Receiver or his real estate agent to obtain bid forms, which must be signed at the hearing on this proposed sale. Prior to bidding, prospective bidders must provide the Receiver with proof of ability to fund the requisite deposit at the hearing and complete the purchase within the allotted time. Please direct inquires to Paul F. Ready, Farmer & Ready, 1254 Marsh Street, Post Office Box 1443, San Luis Obispo, California, 93406, (805) 541-1626, or Mr. Michael McNamara, McNamara Realty, Inc., 390 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, California (805) 543-7777. Dated: December 31, 2025 FARMER & READY By: Paul F. Ready Receiver January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

STATEMENT OF ABANDON-

The bulk sale is intended to be MENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS consummated at the office of: The BUSINESS NAME Law Office of Daniel McGee, 1405 NEW FILE NO. 2025-2519 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CaliOLD FILE NO. 2023-1763 fornia 93401. JD Moody Construction, 614 Grand Ave. #14, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. The bulk sale is subject to the Califor- San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious nia Uniform Commercial Code Sec- business name referred to above was tion 6106. The name and address filed in San Luis Obispo County on of the person with whom claims may 07/27/2023. The following person(s) be filed is: Daniel McGee, Attorney at has abandoned the use of the fictiLaw, 1405 Garden Street, San Luis tious business name: The Good Love Company LLC (2108 N Street, Ste. N, Obispo, CA 93401. Sacramento, CA 95816). This business was conducted by A Limited And the last day to file claims by any Liability Company /s/ The Good Love creditor shall be January 15, 2026 Company, LLC, Joshua D, Moody, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Dated: January 1, 2026 Luis Obispo on 12/31/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy Buyer: Patsapol Korawis of the statement on file in my office. By:Patsapol Korawis (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk. January 8, 2026 January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

Heather M. Weare, SBN 207006 Law Office of Heather M. Weare 301 South Miller Street, Suite 116 Santa Maria, CA 93455 805-264-3002 Attorney for Petitioner, Daniel A. York, Trustee NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Probate Code Section 19050) IN RE: THE 2003 YORK FAMILY REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 19, 2003 CASE NO. 25PR-0420 Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contingent creditors of the above-named Trust and FLOYD L. YORK and THELMA ADELINE YORK as Settlors and decedents, that all persons having claims against the decedents are required to file them with the Superior Court at 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 and mail or deliver a copy to Daniel A. York, Trustee of The 2003 York Family Revocable Living Trust Agreement, dated February 19, 2003 of which the Decedents were the Settlors to Daniel A. York c/o Heather M. Weare, Esq., 301 South Miller Street, Suite 116, Santa Maria, CA 93454, within four months after January 5, 2026 or if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 30 days after the date of this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, or you must petition to file a late claim as provided in Probate Code Section 19103. A claim form may be obtained from the Court Clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with return receipt requested. Dated: December 22, 2025 /s/Daniel A York, Trustee of The 2003 York Family Revocable Living Trust Agreement, Dated February 19, 2003. January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0803

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Madeline Grace Todd filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Madeline Grace Todd to PROPOSED NAME: Madeline Grace Holliday 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: February 18, 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. 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: December 29, 2025 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0810

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Zoe Christine McGuirk filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Zoe Christine McGuirk to PROPOSED NAME: Zoe Christine Downs 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: February 11, 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: December 17, 2025 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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CITY OF MORRO BAY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ORDINANCE NO. 1753 (2025 SERIES) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER 14.01 (HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE IN ITS ENTIRETY AND INTRODUCING AND ADOPTING A REPLACEMENT CHAPTER 14.01 TO INCLUDE RECOMMENDED UPDATES AND AMENDMENTS (CODE-0758-2025) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of December 2, 2025, introduced the abovetitled ordinance upon a motion by Mayor Stewart, second by Council Member Francis, and on the following roll call vote: AYES:

NOES: ABSENT:

Council Member Boswell, Francis, Vice Mayor Shoresman, and Mayor Stewart

None Council Member Marx

Ordinance No. 1753 (2025 Series): This is a City Ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 14.01 (Historic Preservation Ordinance) of the Municipal Code in its entirety to include recommended updates and amendments. This action is categorically exempt from environmental review under Section 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for the Protection of the Environment). A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the January 13, 2026 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7114 for more information. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its rescheduled Regular Meeting of January 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel www.youtube.com/CityofSanLuisObispo. Teresa Purrington City Clerk January 8, 2026

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the governing board of the San Miguel Joint Union School District will receive sealed bids for the following project, Bid No. 016, Bid Package 014: Lillian Larsen Improvements

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Admin

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The Project consists of: Facility remodel to include, but not limited to: improvements to the administration office at Lillian Larsen Elementary School. Interior upgrades to ceiling, wall, and flooring surfaces; interior lighting and technology cabling upgrades; removal and additions of various interior walls and doors, and minor exterior treatments. To bid on this Project, the Bidder is required to possess the following State of California contractors’ license(s): B, General Building Contractor. The Bidder’s license(s) must remain active and in good standing throughout the term of the Contract. To bid on this Project, the Bidder is also required to be registered as a public works contractor with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to the Labor Code. Contract Documents will be available on or after January 8, 2026, for review at the District Facilities Office, and may be downloaded from the District’s website, HTTPs:// www.sanmiguelschools.org/facilities, using the “For Bidders” link. In addition, Contract Documents are available for bidders’ review at the following builders’ exchanges: A. Builder’s Exchange of San Luis Obispo County (805) 543-7330 B. Central Coast Builder’s Association (831)758-1624 C. Construction Bidboard (800) 479-5314 D. Dodge Data and Analytics (877)784-95566. Sealed bids will be received until 3:30:00 p.m., February 18, 2026, at the Lillian Larsen Elementary School Office, 1601 L Street, San Miguel, California 93451 at or after which time the bids will be opened and publicly read aloud. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit for General Contractors will be held on January 14, 2026, at 3:30:00 p.m. at 1601 L Street, San Miguel, California. All participants are required to sign in the Lillian Larsen Elementary School Office, 1601 L Street, San Miguel, California 93451. The site visit is expected to take approximately 40 minutes. Failure to attend or tardiness will render bid ineligible. January 8, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Veteran’s Memorial Building, located at 209 Surf Street in the City of Morro Bay, to consider the following matter. Staff reports, plans, and other information related to this case is available for public review at the Community Development Department, 955 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay, CA and also on the city’s website at Meeting Agendas and Minutes | City of Morro Bay - Official Website three (3) business days prior to the hearing. Ways to participate, watch, and submit public comment for this meeting are provided on the agenda. Written comments are also accepted by the Planning Commission via email at planningcommission@morrobayca.gov or by mail prior to the meeting to the Community Development Department, c/o City Hall at 595 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, California, 93442. Case No: Plan Morro Bay: Zoning Code/Implementation Plan (IP) Amendments Site Location: Citywide, Morro Bay, California. Proposal: Hearing to consider a request by the City of Morro Bay to approve various amendments to the Zoning Code / Implementation Plan (IP), Title 17 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code, to reinstate a setback adjustment for sloping residential lots; reinstate a blufftop height limit on Front Street between Beach Street and Surf Street; clarifying the sign code’s standards for electronic changeable copy signs do not apply to message boards displaying time, temperate, or fuel prices; amending the City’s accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations to comply with State ADU law; and amending procedural requirements for amending the General Plan consistent with voter initiative A-24. The chapters proposed for amendment include: • 17.07.030 (Residential Development Standards) • 17.08.040 (Commercial Supplemental Regulations) • 17.23.140 (Sloping Lots – IP) • 17.29.120 (Electronic Changeable Copy Signs) • 17.46.100 (Amendments to the General Plan, Zoning Code, and Zoning Map) • 17.30.040 (Accessory Dwelling Units) CEQA: The proposed project is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), General Rule Exemption, and Statutory Exemption 15282(h) for the adoption of an ordinance regarding second units in a single-family or multifamily residential zone. Staff Recommendation: Review the Amendment Adoption Hearing Drafts of the Zoning Code/Implementation Plan (IP), take public comment, and forward a favorable recommendation for adoption of the 2026 Amended Zoning Code/IP to City Council. Staff Contact: Airlin Singewald, Community Development Director, (805)772-6291, asingewald@morrobayca.gov and Susana Toner, Senior Planner, (805) 772-6270, stoner@ morrobayca.gov Airlin Singewald Community Development Director NOTICE THURSDAY January 8, 2026 -- ONE TIME ONLY

PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing in the Arroyo Grande City Council Chambers located at 215 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 on TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m, or soon thereafter, to consider the following item: Consideration Of Variance 25-002; Reduction of Setback Requirements; Location – 426 Crown Hill Street; Applicant – Hunter Smith Architecture The Planning Commission will consider an application to allow the reduction of required development setbacks for proposed construction at 426 Crown Hill Street. In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Community Development Department has determined that the proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301(a) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding minor exterior alterations to existing structures. This Planning Commission meeting is being conducted in a hybrid in-person/virtual format. During the public hearing, public comment will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, pursuant to current meeting procedure. The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the item listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Failure of any person to receive the notice shall not constitute grounds for any court to invalidate the action of the legislative body for which the notice was given. Documents related to the project are available in the Community Development Department located at 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande. The Agenda and reports are posted online at www.arroyogrande.org 72 hours prior to the meeting. Please call (805) 473-5420 for more information. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed live on the City’s Website. Jessica Matson, City Clerk January 8, 2026

NOTICE: SEIZURE OF PROPERTY AND INITIATION OF NONJUDICIAL FORFEITURE PROCEEDINGS PER HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 11488.4(J) TO:

ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: $4,680.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on December 2, 2025, the abovedescribed property was seized at or near 611 Poquita Lane, San Miguel CA 93451, by San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, in connection with, to wit, violations of sections 11351 and 11378 of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/appraised value of the property is $4680.00. Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/mc200.pdf. Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division. Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing. The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing. DATED: January 6, 2026 DAN DOW District Attorney Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF TEMPLETON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT PROPOSED FIRE CODE ORDINANCE NO. 2025-1 The Board of Directors of the Templeton Community Services District (“District”) will hold a public hearing on proposed District Fire Code Ordinance No. 2025-1 beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The meeting will be held both at the District Board Meeting Room located at 206 Fifth Street, Templeton, California as well as remotely via Zoom. Pursuant to the proposed ordinance, the District would adopt by reference the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition, and adopt amendments to the California Fire and Building Standards Codes for the Templeton Community Services District service area which are more stringent than the requirements in those codes because of the climatic, geological and topographical conditions in the Templeton area. The proposed ordinance includes amendments to the District’s regulations relating to the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks. Public Call in # to Participate is as follows: ZOOM Phone #: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 3946 8311 Passcode: 511017 Or Join the Zoom Meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81839468311?pwd=HVXknB5g6791FTXC0PE JcH7a8RTZga.1 A copy of the entire proposed ordinance, along with copies of the California Fire Code and California Building Standards Code, are available for review at the District office located at 420 Crocker St., Templeton, CA. A copy of the proposed ordinance can be found here https://templetoncsd.org/DocumentCenter/View/2728/Fire-CodeAdoption January 1 & 8, 2026

PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing in the Arroyo Grande City Council Chambers located at 215 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 on TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., or soon thereafter, to consider the following item: Consideration Of Conditional Use Permit 25-001 and Finding That This Action Is Exempt From The California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 21080.66(a); Construction of Ninety-Two (92) MultiFamily Residential Units; Location – 1271 and 1281 James Way; Applicant – Russell Sheppel; Representative – RRM Design Group The Planning Commission will consider an application to construct two new residential buildings containing a total of ninety-two (92) multi-family residential units on approximately 1.81-acre parcel located at 1271 and 181 James Way within the Office Mixed Use (OMU) district. Both buildings will be four stories in height in a split-level concept. The project will include a community center, fitness area, and 31 onecar garages. The project proposes to reserve 15% of the base density in the form of deed-restricted units reserved for individuals meeting San Luis Obispo County’s Affordable Housing Standards for Very Low Income households. In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Community Development Department has determined that the proposed project is statutorily exempt pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 21080.66(a). This Planning Commission meeting is being conducted in a hybrid in-person/virtual format. During the public hearing, public comment will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, pursuant to current meeting procedure. The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the item listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Failure of any person to receive the notice shall not constitute grounds for any court to invalidate the action of the legislative body for which the notice was given. Documents related to the project are available in the Community Development Department located at 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande. The Agenda and reports are posted online at www.arroyogrande.org 72 hours prior to the meeting. Please call (805) 473-5420 for more information. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed live on the City’s Website. Jessica Matson, City Clerk January 8, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, during which it will consider the following: Address: Citywide Description: Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 5.04: Business Licenses Generally, of the City of Pismo Beach Municipal Code. Details about ways to participate in this meeting will be provided on the agenda posted for the meeting online at pismobeach.org/agenda, and on the bulletin board at City Hall. The agenda will be posted in the afternoon of January 15, 2026. Environmental Review Under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3), this ordinance is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, such as the adoption of the regulations contained herein, the activity is not subject to CEQA. You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the meeting or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. Emailed comments may be submitted to citycouncil@ pismobeach.org; staff cannot guarantee that emailed comments submitted after the start of the meeting will be given full consideration before action is taken. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to the City Clerk’s Office at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, prior to the meeting, or hand-delivered during the meeting no later than the comment period for this item. Oral comment may be provided prior to the meeting by calling 805-773-7005 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name, and identify your item of interest. Oral comment may also be made during the meeting by attending the meeting in person in the Council Chamber at City Hall. Please refer to the agenda for this meeting for specific instructions for participation. Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review from the City Clerk’s Office, by emailing City Clerk Erica Inderlied at einderlied@pismobeach.org. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by mail or by visiting www.pismobeach. org/agenda. The Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the Council’s consideration of the item. For further information, please contact Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@pismobeach.org or 805-7737003. Erica Inderlied City Clerk January 8, 2026

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Lane Sutherland, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-788-9470.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Eric Tolle, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5600.

Ysabel Eighmy Secretary Planning Commission January 8, 2026

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING PLANNING COMMISSION WHO County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM: All items are advertised for 9:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT Hearing to consider a request by Willow IOS Group, LLC for a Development Plan / Coastal Development Permit (C-DRC2025-00023) to allow for the phased development and operation of an outdoor storage yard and wholesale trade establishment. Phase 1 will consist of the construction and operation of an outdoor storage yard utilizing approximately 2 acres of the approximately 2.49-acre combined site area with associated site improvements including two drainage basins, landscaping, and fencing/screening improvements. Phase 2 will consist of the construction of an approximately 943 square foot ancillary modular office unit with associated site improvements including installation of an on-site septic system and utility trenching. The project will result in site disturbance of the entire approximately 2.49-acre combined site. The proposed project is within the Industrial land use category and is located at APNs: 091- 195-001 & 091-195-002, accessed from an existing private road (Liberty Lane), off of Highway 1, within the Callendar-Garrett Village Reserve Line. The project is within the South County Coastal Planning Area. Also to be considered is the determination that this project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA based on the General Rule or Common-Sense Exemption. County File Number: C-DRC2025-00023 Supervisorial District: District 4 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 091-195-001, -002 Date Accepted: 7/31/2025 WHERE The hearing will be held in the Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers,1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Dane Mueller, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5600. COASTAL APPEALABLE If the County approves this project, that action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission. An applicant or aggrieved party may appeal to the Coastal Commission only after all possible local appeals have been exhausted pursuant to Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043(b). Local appeals must be filed using the required Planning Department form as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.042(a)(1). Ysabel Eighmy Secretary Planning Commission January 8, 2026

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING PLANNING COMMISSION WHO County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM: All items are advertised for 9:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT (Continued from January 8, 2026) Hearing to consider a request by Bonaire Investments for a Development Plan/Coastal Development Permit (C-DRC2023-00032) and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map CO 23-0024 (C-SUB2024-00002) to construct and operate a 12-unit hotel condominium project. The project includes construction of two, two-story hotel buildings consisting of six (6) extended-stay units per building. The project includes a total of eight (8) two-bedroom hotel units and four (4) single-bedroom hotel units. Each of the two-bedroom units includes a 600 square foot lower floor area, 565 square foot upper floor area, and 120 square foot deck and a kitchenette. Each lower single-bedroom unit will measure approximately 483 square feet and each upper single-bedroom unit will measure 629 square feet in floor area and include a 120 square foot deck and a kitchenette. The applicant proposes the four (4) single-bedroom units be affordable-by-design. The project will provide 16 dedicated parking spaces for the hotel use, a trash enclosure, roof mounted solar panels for each unit, and walkways and landscaping. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 18,660 square feet. The project includes a request to waive design standards otherwise required by CZLUO Section23.08.264 (f)(1) to exclude a lobby area, office space for administrative use, service areas and facilities for employees, and laundry facilities. The parcel map will create a 1.67- acre parcel (common area) and a 12,980 square foot parcel for condominium purposes for a total area of 1.97 acres. The proposed project is located within the Commercial Retail land use category and is located at 1319 Van Beurden Drive (APNs: 074-314-016, -021, -020, and -022) within the community of Los Osos Community. The site is in the Estero Planning Area of the Coastal Zone. Also to be considered is the environmental determination. The Environmental Coordinator finds that the previously certified Final Environmental Impact Reports (FEIRs) are adequate for the purposes of compliance with CEQA because no substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revision of the previously certified FEIRs, no substantial changes have occurred with respect to the circumstance under which the project is undertaken which will require major revision of the previously certified FEIRs, and no new information of substantial importance has been identified which was not known at the time that the previous FEIRs were certified. County File Number: C-DRC2023-00032 | Supervisorial District: District 2 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 074-314-016, -021 | Date Accepted: 8/13/2025 WHERE The hearing will be held in the Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers,1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Jeremy Freund, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5621. COASTAL APPEALABLE If the County approves this project, that action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission. An applicant or aggrieved party may appeal to the Coastal Commission only after all possible local appeals have been exhausted pursuant to Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043(b). Local appeals must be filed using the required Planning Department form as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.042(a)(1).

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Free Will Astrology by Rob Brezsny Homework: I dare you to give yourself a pep talk about a daring possibility. Newsletter.freewillastroloy.com ARIES

(March 21-April 19): The mystics drone on endlessly about letting go. But I’m here now to praise the art of holding on fiercely, tenderly, with full commitment. Some treasures deserve your passionate grip. Some people warrant your loyal devotion. Especially in the coming months, dear Aries, I invite you to devote yourself to your exciting dreams with ardent intensity. No surrender! Relentless perseverance! Uncompromising faith in the beauty and truth you love! What looks like stubbornness to outsiders will actually be fidelity to a vision others can’t yet see.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20): As far back as the 19th century, daredevil college students in the UK have reveled in the practice of “night climbing.” They clamber up chapels, spires, towers, and bridges under cover of darkness. Why? Mainly for adventure, mischief, and altered perspectives. In the coming months, Taurus, you may be ready for your own symbolic version of night climbing. If that sounds fun, seek out vantage points you’ve never accessed. Experiment with possibilities you’ve dismissed as off-limits or outside your range. Be safe, of course, but also be joyfully exploratory. I bet the view from the frontiers will change you in inspiring ways.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): In the coming months, I’m confident you will see and understand subtleties that most people miss. You’ll be a maestro at tuning in to nuanced subtexts in conversations and hidden openings in stale situations. Everyone else may assume that familiar situations will never change, but you will have the power to tease out creative possibilities. You might even decode seemingly contradictory truths with such aplomb that you surprise yourself. Use this superpower with as much kindness as you can, Gemini. Some discoveries may tempt you toward clever mischief, but I hope that instead you will choose inspired guidance. Your expanded spectrum, if spiced with compassion, can consistently reveal your next leap.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): The honeyguide bird of Africa has a lucrative arrangement with humans. It calls out to honey-hunters, leading them through brush to wild beehives built into trees. The people harvest the honey, and the bird eats the leftover wax and larvae. This cooperation is passed down over generations and benefits both species. Let’s use this as a metaphor for your future in 2026. You will have extra power to notice where mutual benefit is possible, even with unexpected allies. They may be able to guide you toward resources you couldn’t find alone, and you will have value to give in return. Keep an ear out for signals that say, “Come with me, and we’ll both gain.”

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): The cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris took years to build. Work began in 1163 and continued till 1345. Generations of architects, masons, and artisans contributed to the project, and those who began it didn’t live to see it completed. Yet they labored with devotion, trusting that the holy beauty they facilitated would endure beyond their lifetimes. I hope you’re inspired by this story, Leo. It’s an apt metaphor for you. In the coming months, you could and should lay stones for creations you may not see fully accomplished for months or even years. I encourage you to redefine and refine what faith means to you, and summon it in abundance.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Ready to decommission your inner censor? Interested in dropping the mask, relaxing your guard, and rewilding your gorgeous but slightly inhibited self? That’s what I recommend. Here are ways to fully enjoy the liberating grace period of the coming months: 1. Don’t deny yourself pleasures that would be healthy to indulge. 2. Shed taboos that were smart safeguards once upon a time but are no longer. 3. Re-evaluate why you treat certain fun activities as questionable. 4. Be brightly compassionate toward aspects of yourself you regard as wounded or inferior. 5. Be receptive to rebellious urges.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In 1839, French artist Louis Daguerre perfected the daguerreotype, an early type of photography. The images were so detailed that you could count the threads in a subject’s clothing. The only downside: They required minutes of perfect stillness to capture. A slight twitch or squirm could blur the picture. People held their breath and resisted the urge to fidget, hoping to preserve the magic moment. In this spirit, Libra, let’s make the long exposure your power metaphor during the coming months. The most useful truths will reveal themselves best if you give them time to develop. In conversations, resist filling every silence. In projects, don’t rush the pace. Have patient fun lingering on the threshold as the mysteries coalesce and clarify.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In 1907, Scorpio artist Pablo Picasso painted Les Demoiselles d’Avignon. It was a work so radically different from his earlier art and from the era’s norms that even his friends were stunned. Some called it ugly; others, incomprehensible. Yet the painting became a foundation of Cubism and reshaped modern art. Dear Scorpio, I suspect you may be on the verge of your own “Les Demoiselles” phase in 2026: unveiling novel approaches and innovative changes so original that they rattle comfortable assumptions. Don’t be discouraged if the initial responses don’t bring you appreciation. The root-shaking breakthroughs you’re consorting with may take others a while to recognize and welcome.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You Sagittarians are often drawn to teaching. You have a predilection and a passion for sharing what you have learned from your adventures and explorations. Many of you also possess a related gift: helping people make the journey to where enlightening lessons can best occur. You have a knack for opening their minds and clearing the way so they can awaken to new ways of seeing and imagining the world. I hope you will provide both of these blessings in abundance during the coming months. Your ability to inspire and educate will be at a peak.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The coming months are ripe for sacred audacity: boldness with a conscience and courage guided by kindness. Imagine you’re a Benevolent Initiator, whose superpower is to kindle beginnings without causing disruption and unease. Practice brilliant, incremental nudges and tweaks rather than grand interventions. If you’re hesitating to say what needs to be said, deliver a modest version now and a stronger one later. Make gradual momentum your ally. Homework: Identify a future scene you want to generate and take three elegantly simple steps toward it.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Safety isn’t the opposite of adventure. It’s the infrastructure that lets adventure be expansive. Keep that in mind in the coming months, Aquarius. You will be wise to cultivate cozy bravery. You should relax deeply and nurture your strength. Build the support system for your future boldness. Then, in the second half of 2026, you will be wellprepared to launch a phase of experimental fun and exploratory learning. For best results, surround yourself with love and care. Decide who best supports you and make it attractive for them to support you.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20): High in the Andes Mountains, farmers have for centuries made chuño, a freeze-dried potato that can last for years. They leave the potatoes outside overnight to let the freezing temperatures draw out the water. In the daytime, the strong sunlight and dry mountain air evaporate residual moisture. By this process, a perishable food becomes a long-lasting staple. I propose we make the chuño your symbol of power, Pisces. The coming months will be an ideal time to build reserves. I hope you will turn what you have grown and developed into resources that will nourish you well into the future. ∆

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Ysabel Eighmy, Secretary, Planning Commission January 8, 2026

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