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Also this week, read about the Coastal Commission’s decision to lift the building moratorium in Los Osos [4]; Harmony’s longtime pottery shop [26]; and a chocolate workshop celebrating Pride [32].

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Coastal Commission eases path to lifting Los Osos’ building freeze

Los Osos leaped closer to a future without the building moratorium that’s gripped the coastal community for a generation.

The California Coastal Commission approved a modified version of the new Los Osos Community Plan, effectively smoothing the way for San Luis Obispo County to amend the local coastal plan governing development in the unincorporated area since the 1970s.

“I did take a three-minute shower today,” Los Osos resident Alexandra Fairfield told the Coastal Commission at the June 13 meeting. “Tomorrow, I’ll skip it.”

Fairfield belongs to the wave of critics who oppose the commission’s decision. They claim that lifting the suspension on building developments— mainly single-family and multi-family residential units—would dry up what they say is an overdrafted Los Osos Valley Groundwater Basin.

But community members of the 15,000-resident Los Osos and even officials hold opposing views on the basin’s condition. Coastal Commission staff recommended approving the community plan on the grounds that the water supply is now adequate. It aligned with SLO County’s position that the basin is no longer in overdraft.

“The BMC [basin management committee] has shown that the community has used less water for several years now than the basin’s calculated sustainable or safe yield,” Kevin Kahn, the Coastal Commission’s Central Coast district manager, said at the meeting. Aggravated by a suburban residential boom in the 1970s, Los Osos suffered from groundwater depletion, seawater intrusion, and nitrate contamination by the 1980s. In 1988, the SLO County Regional Water Quality Control Board ordered a ban on almost all new septic systems, which triggered the building moratorium. Los Osos’ status as an environmentally sensitive habitat area added to its building constraints. The entire community sits on an ancient dune landform that produces a soil type called baywood fine sands, which supports a unique set of wildlife.

While Los Osos addressed its wastewater problems when the Los Osos Water Recycling Facility became operational in 2016, it still needed to solve the water supply problem and environmental limitations to make way for development. SLO County’s Los Osos Community Plan served as the response to those issues.

Coastal Commission staff tweaked the county’s submitted plan to ensure that building would occur in a sustainable manner that balances

Atascadero City Council doesn’t make Pride Month proclamation

The Atascadero City Council is no longer making proclamations for any group—something it made clear during a recent meeting when it opted not to proclaim June as Pride Month.

Thom Waldman, who co-produced the first major Atascadero Pride event on June 16, told the council that he was disappointed in the city. The city “is taking a huge step backwards,” he told the council members during their June 11 meeting, after the very same council proclaimed June as Pride Month in 2023.

“Think about the message you are sending to our community,” he said.

City resident Nadia Levine, who has worked within and has a child in the Atascadero school system, encouraged council members to attend the Pride event and vote on the Pride Month proclamation.

the wastewater, groundwater, and environmental concerns. Currently, Los Osos has 250 single-family residential units on its building waitlist. Staff recommended placing an annual growth rate cap of 1 percent—up to 50 residential units— on the community plan to limit an influx of development.

That recommended rate is down from the estimated 1.3 percent annual growth rate that the county calculated for the initial version of the plan, which could have increased Los Osos’s population to 18,000 people by 2040.

“The Coastal Commission just wants to be conservative,” 2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson, who represents Los Osos, told New Times. “The county overall has only grown less than 1 percent in recent years.”

Real estate broker Jeff Edwards added that the 1 percent limit is a fair residential growth rate for Los Osos. The most significant limiting factor, he said, is the cost of development that’s marked by a slew of engineering expenses and permits and impact fees.

“Just as a round number, you’re going to need $100,000 to advance a single-family residential project to the point of construction,” Edwards said. “We’ve got residential growth management, … water neutrality, and development is also going to pay its fair share in impact fees for not only water and sewer but also for all the other public facilities. It’s not going to happen overnight.”

Los Osos Sustainability Group Chair Patrick McGibney insisted that the groundwater basin is still in overdraft, adding that those who disagree are only relying on estimated water data and not confirmed numbers.

“The 1 percent growth rate is a big concern,” he told New Times. “We don’t have enough water.”

Unlike its neighbors Cayucos and Morro Bay that use water from Whale Rock Reservoir and the state, respectively, Los Osos’ only water source is the groundwater basin, he added.

McGibney and the sustainability group regularly appeal county-issued coastal development permits for Los Osos projects that they believe would further deplete the limited water supply.

Prior to the June 13 meeting, the Coastal Commission found substantial issues with the coastal development permit of one of the projects that McGibney appealed. Most recently, the longtime Los Osos resident also unsuccessfully appealed two other project permits before

can come together,” she said.

Levine added that she’s seen “LGBTQ hate” within Atascadero schools, which is very concerning. Her 14-year-old daughter also spoke at the meeting and said she was bullied at school last June for wearing a Pride flag as a cape and was called homophobic slurs.

“Declaring June as Pride Month in this city would make me as a person feel so much safer because I felt like I was in danger all those days,” she said.

Mayor Heather Moreno said the city isn’t reviewing proclamation requests so it can focus more on government business and services.

“It’s important to the people of the city that we

Three people spoke against Atascadero Pride Month via Zoom. City Attorney David Fleishman told meeting attendees that the comments were “incredibly uncomfortable” for the council to listen to. He said the commenters were allowed to continue as the content fell under council jurisdiction because the issue of Pride came up during the community forum portion of the meeting.

the Board of Supervisors on June 18. Those hearings are set to appear before the Coastal Commission as well.

“Are we all conserving water to save our basin or are we doing it to have more development?” McGibney said. Commission staff bolstered the county’s response to the environmental constraints by recommending the community plan follow provisions outlined in the county’s habitat conservation plan. Site disturbance through new development must be mitigated through paying into the county’s greenbelt or habitat conservation program.

Supervisor Gibson told New Times that the county worked with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for 15 years to devise the habitat conservation plan that was approved this year. Payment into the fund is based on the size of the proposed area of development. That fund would be applied to conserve a piece of land of the same size in a section surrounding Los Osos called the green belt.

The SLO County Board of Supervisors will deliberate the community plan modifications and iron out the conservation fund program process in the fall. If approved, the Los Osos Community Plan will return to the Coastal Commission for final ratification in December.

“We’re already giving millions to the county in terms of property tax,” McGibney said. “The idea that we would pay to destroy habitat for species … and expect the county to do anything is wishful thinking.”

Of the four remote speakers, three were muted in the recording of the meeting shared via YouTube, while one who spoke on a separate topic was not. Other versions of the recording were unmuted.

One speaker said Pride was “nothing to be proud of,” and another said it is an “oxymoron” to include “family and Pride” in the same sentence.

The last speaker transitioned into talking about what Fleishman called white supremacy. During the meeting, Fleishman said he gave the OK to cut the speaker off Zoom since the topic did not fall under council jurisdiction.

Mayor Moreno told New Times via email that what happened over Zoom that night was unfortunate.

“Like many cities across the state, Atascadero experienced hateful and derogatory comments towards members of our community via the Zoom platform,” she wrote. “The speech that night was painful and hurtful to the public, council, and

—Bulbul Rajagopal

CHANGE IN PLANS While Los Osos worked to fix its wastewater problems with the Los Osos Water Recycling Facility, the community plan also needs to address the issues of water supply and environmental constraints to add more development.

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staff and does not reflect the values of our community.”

Moreno added that while what the speakers said were hurtful, “they have the right to speak.”

After the meeting, the Gala Pride and Diversity Center posted an open letter on Instagram.

“We are disappointed by the Atascadero City Council’s decision to not recognize June as Pride Month this year, or the existence of the city’s first major Pride event,” the letter said. “We are furthermore appalled by the failure of the council or city manager to intervene in explicit hate speech and violent rhetoric against BIPOC, LGBTQ-plus people, and a mother and child in the chambers in front of the council.”

Gala Director of Programming Serrin Ruggles said they have not received any response from the council about their open letter.

“I’m a big believer that actions speak louder than words,” said Ruggles, who uses they/ them pronouns. “And unfortunately, both the words and actions of Atascadero City Council have made it very clear that they are not interested in supporting the LGBTQ-plus population up there.”

Despite threats of protests, Ruggles said Atascadero’s Pride event was successful.

“We had a lot more people turn up over the 12-hour day than we anticipated, which was the absolute best problem that we could possibly have,” they said. “We ended up having a wonderful day, and I think the most impactful thing from that day was everyone who was there was aware of the risk, everyone who was there really wanted to be there and to show their support.”

Mayor Pro Tem Susan Funk, who requested that Atascadero make a Pride Month proclamation in 2023, attended and spoke at the Pride event on June 16. Funk didn’t respond to New Times’ request for comment.

—Libbey Hanson

SLO County enters contract to take control of Oceano fire services

After years of uncertainty surrounding the future of fire services in Oceano, the SLO County Board of Supervisors voted to enter a contract with the Five Cities Fire Authority to assume control of fire protection services for the unincorporated area.

Starting on Jan. 1, 2025—if the county’s Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) approves it—the county and the Five Cities Fire Authority will provide Oceano fire protection and emergency services through Grover Beach and Arroyo Grande fire stations.

A minimum of two personnel per engine and response times of seven to 11 minutes will come from the Arroyo Grande Fire Station and seven to nine minutes from Grover Beach to ensure that Oceano residents receive the same level of service they currently receive, according to a staff report for the June 18 county Board of Supervisors meeting.

Funding the contract will cost the Oceano Community Services District, as it will have to transfer property tax revenue, impact fees, rent revenue, and additional general fund revenue to the county beginning Jan. 1, 2025. “OCSD property tax revenue will be approximately $1.3 million,” the staff report states. “Additionally, the Public Facility Fire Fees that are collected by the OCSD will be

transferred to the county.”

This all comes from LAFCO’s plan for service, which also includes a one-time transfer of $2.5 million in assets and liabilities from OCSD to the county and two lease space agreements between the parties.

OCSD board President Charles Varni told New Times that this will be a positive outcome for Oceano and it will receive the same level of service.

“The process still needs to be approved by LAFCO, and that process takes time and it has certain milestones and sharing intervals, so we’re still not completely finished with the process, but at this point we’re all in agreement,” he said. “I believe there’s widespread community support for this in Oceano, so I don’t anticipate any major issues or problems coming up.”

Moving fire service to the county comes after Oceano’s voters shot down the idea of paying a flat parcel tax in 2020 and again in 2022, which would have cost $180 per parcel owner annually to help maintain rapid response times from the Five Cities Fire Authority, according to previous New Times reporting. Because of that, the OCSD opted to pull out of the joint powers agreement it had with Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach for fire services.

During the June 18 Board of Supervisors meeting, new OCSD General Manager Peter Brown told the supervisors he’s looking forward to working with the county to keep providing fire services.

“There’s been a lot of conversations and a lot of effort to work together and collaborate,” 3rd District Supervisor Dawn Ortiz-Legg said in response to Brown. “This is not exactly what we would hope, but we’re glad that we’ve come to an agreement to make sure that protection happens for the rest of the county, so thank you.”

—Samantha Herrera

IWMA slashes solid waste management fee again after SLO County rejoins

San Luis Obispo County is set to enjoy the perks of rejoining the Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) months after undoing its decision to leave the agency.

The IWMA board unanimously voted on June 12 to reduce its countywide solid waste management fee from 5.4 percent to 3 percent. This is the second fee decrease from the board, which approved a temporary reduction from 5.4 percent to 4.4 percent in July 2023 because of budget surplus stemming from program and staffing adjustments.

Made possible by keeping operating costs below projected earnings, the newer reduction will take effect this July after the 4.4 percent rate expires. The IWMA also credited exceeding compliance mandates set by the state that resulted in a greater participation than expected in organic waste recycling programs around SLO County.

“The IWMA is one of the few agencies in the state that’s meeting or on track to meet all of its [Senate Bill] 1383 requirements. Not many agencies are,” IWMA board member and former President Charles Bourbeau said. “Some of that is some creative programming like the compost rebate program, … that’s enabled us to meet the composting requirement.”

In 2021, the then 13-member IWMA found itself a follower short when SLO County pulled out to manage solid and hazardous waste programs for unincorporated communities on its own.

Three members of the Board of Supervisors

disputed the agency’s ban on polystyrene, which became one of the reasons for the county’s separation from the IWMA. Following the county’s departure, the IWMA agreed to focus on complying with state laws instead of passing new ordinances.

One of those state laws is SB 1383, which became effective in 2022. The bill overhauled organic waste disposal and rolled out programs to recycle and reuse it for emission reduction. By Jan. 1, 2025, SB 1383 targets reducing organic waste in landfills by 75 percent based on 2014 levels. It also wants to recover a minimum of 20 percent of edible food for consumption that would have otherwise been disposed of.

Last November, the new iteration of the Board of Supervisors consisting of 4th District Supervisor Jimmy Paulding, voted to rejoin the IWMA and reduce the cost burden on ratepayers. Paulding won his supervisor seat from predecessor Lynn Compton who had taken issue with former IWMA Director Bill Worrell and board secretary Carolyn Grace Goodrich. The county exited the IWMA in 2021 after the District Attorney’s Office charged Goodrich with embezzlement and destruction of public records in August 2021.

According to previous New Times reporting, the county had to pay an additional $700,000 a year out of the general fund to provide independent waste management services. The supervisors bypassed a possible hike in the solid waste management fee by rejoining the IWMA.

“While developing a new program as an independent agency may have cost county ratepayers upwards of 8 percent, the same ratepayers will now see only 3 percent of their garbage bills going to solid waste management programs through the benefits of a regional approach and economies of scale,” the IWMA press release said.

First District Supervisor John Peschong refrained from voting on rejoining the IWMA in 2023, and 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold dissented because the county would have fewer representatives on the IWMA board.

Returning to the IWMA shrunk the county’s stock from five seats to one seat on the now nine-person board, with the seven cities and some special districts filling the other positions.

Bourbeau clarified that while the county is a big player in realms like the SLO Council of Governments and the Air Pollution Control District, it doesn’t possess the lion’s share of the power when it comes to trash.

“The large community services districts like Nipomo or Cambria or Templeton all have their own garbage authority and have their own hauler contracts,” he said. “What’s left in the county is small … and has less people than the city of San Luis Obispo and has less garbage revenue.”

Now, the IWMA is gearing up to snap into compliance with yet another state law: SB 54. Called the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, the bill ensures that people cut down on and recycle single-use plastic products by 2032. It aims to make all single-use packaging and plastic foodware recyclable or compostable.

IWMA Executive Director Peter Cron told New Times that the board will discuss compliance standards at the end of year and also perform a rate study of solid waste management fees. SB 54 will take effect in 2025, according to Cron.

“By doing this, we’re not trying to do more than our mission,” Cron said. “We don’t even know what compliance looks like right now.”

—Bulbul Rajagopal

Nipomo CSD is at odds with SLO County over property taxes

San Luis Obispo County and the Nipomo Community Services District (NCSD) are in a stalemate over potential tax revenue from the Dana Reserve development.

After the Board of Supervisors gave the green light for developer Nick Tompkins to move forward with building the 288-acre housing development, the Dana Reserve returned to the board on June 18, seeking approval for an annexation into the NCSD’s service area for water and wastewater services. But before that can happen, the county and the NCSD need to discuss and agree on an exchange of property tax revenue.

On April 23, 2019, the Board of Supervisors adopted a policy stating that funding for independent special districts should not result in a net fiscal loss to the county.

However, county administrative staffer and negotiator Rebecca Campbell said that county staff determined that the Dana Reserve project build-out would generate a net general fund deficit of roughly $612,000 if it was annexed into the NCSD. This point makes negations difficult because the county already allocates some property tax income to the NCSD, specifically 27 percent of its Post Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund.

“Because it is unknown what the actual household size will be, staff wanted to ensure the county would not take a loss related to the development,” she said.

Campbell said the county told the NCSD that the only way to move forward would be a zero exchange for the annexation—as in none of the Dana Reserve’s potential future property tax would go to the NCSD. But the NCSD is refusing after the county Assessor’s Office provided data that said that the Dana Reserve would generate an extra 3.7 percent in property taxes.

In March of 2023, the NCSD changed its annexation policy. It states that the amount of property tax revenue exchanged in future years should remain consistent with historic property tax revenue sharing agreements with regard to the percentage allocated to the district. This policy change, the NCSD claims, means that the extra 3.7 percent belongs to it.

Nipomo resident Carla Hanley urged supervisors not to let taxpayer money go to the NCSD and the Dana Reserve.

“NCSD has a history of making promises and mismanaging money and water. Right now, the aquifer, according to last week’s NCSD meeting, is back to 1970 levels. We are literally swimming in water right now, and I don’t understand why my tax dollars, why I have to pay for a developer to get water,” she said during public comment. “He’s trying to build this thing on taxpayers’ money, and this is not right. Just please, please do not spend county money on putting in a private developer’s water supply.”

After both the NCSD and county staff requested more time to negotiate the tax revenue exchange, the supervisors voted unanimously to circle back this discussion at the next board meeting on July 9. ∆

—Samantha Herrera

Francis Joseph Nolan

Frank Nolan passed away peacefully and gracefully on June 8, 2024, never letting cancer dim his dynamic spirit. He had a bigger than life presence. He was proud Irish, embracing everything Irish. Music and faith were in his soul. His powerful voice was his instrument and he used it well, studying opera at Music Academy of the West, Mt. St. Mary’s, and PCPA. His quick wit and amazing intelligence brought him to many classrooms as he pursued his career as an itinerant professor at Cal Poly SLO, California Men’s Colony, and Hancock College. He joined the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) at a young age and remained in the Society for over ten years, serving as a hospital Chaplain at St. Francis Hospital in Hawaii and the University of San Francisco, teaching at Jesuit High School in Sacramento before leaving the priesthood to join his family in his hometown of Santa Maria, eventually settling in Los Osos. He was humble in his faith and a fierce defender of the less fortunate.

Born in Illinois in March 1949, the oldest of seven siblings, the family moved to Los Angeles and then Santa Maria. His family, colleagues, and students loved him and he loved them. Teaching philosophy and religion was his calling. He held two Masters degrees in Philosophy and English from Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA, and two Bachelor’s Degrees in Journalism

and English from Cal Poly, SLO.

Frank is survived by his wife of 35 years, Alexis Olds and daughter, Mariel Olds, siblings, Regina, Lisa, Catherine, Patricia, and John, and in-laws, Mary Nolan, Lynne Olds, Bart Sears, Laurie Olds, Ronald Castle, Martha Mercer, Bill Deihl, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his beloved son, Bobby, and brother Stephen.

Services will be at 3:00 on Saturday, June 22 at the Monastery of the Risen Christ, 2308 O’Connor Way, San Luis Obispo. He wanted remembrances to go to monastic causes.

Namaste Francis Joseph “by the Grace of God” Nolan.

Crucial convenience

Closed for the past four years, the Atascadero branch of the San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder’s Office will live a new life as a weekend popup site producing vital records.

Deputy County Clerk-Recorder Amy Webster told New Times that accessibility was at the forefront of her office’s mind.

“We have transaction hours that close 30 minutes prior to our office closing each day, so we know that impedes it even a little bit more,” she said. “We’re just trying to think of creative ways to be able to allow residents of the county to access records in a nontraditional manner.”

The County Clerk-Recorder’s Office in SLO is open only on weekdays. With its Atascadero office opening on June 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as a mobile vital records clinic, North County residents gain a convenient day to receive copies of birth, death, and marriage certificates.

Located on the second floor of the Atascadero Library at 6565 Capistrano Ave., the secondary county clerk-recorder office has been closed since the pandemic hit. That site isn’t staffed throughout the year for clerkrecorder services, according to Webster. County staff

records don’t need an appointment but do need to begin their application online at crrecords.slocounty.ca.gov/SLOWeb/action/ ACTIONGROUP201S1.

Can’t access the application electronically for some reason? The Atascadero office will still accept in-person applications and payments and mail the records to the recipient instead.

Copies of birth, death, and marriage certificates cost $32, $24, and $17, respectively. Applicants are required to bring a form of ID, and county staff will accept payment in cash, check, or credit card (except for American Express).

“They have to be housed in our county,” Webster said. “If someone lives in our county but were born in another county, they’re not going to be able to get their record that day.”

But such locals can fill out an application with county staff who will notarize it for a $10 fee. They will also provide information on sending that attested application to the county of their birth and other steps applicants need to take.

Webster told New Times that the county Clerk-Recorder’s Office is being proactive by offering such a weekend service. Requests for vital

SATURDAY ERRAND Those interested in receiving copies of birth, death, or marriage certificates need to begin the application process online but can also fill it out in person at the SLO County Clerk-Recorder’s Atascadero office on June 22.

“We have had a lot of feedback asking for services at the North County office,” she said. “This is kind of our small step in that direction. Doing it on a Saturday, we’re hoping will also reach another population, for anyone who just can’t make it Monday through Friday.”

The success of the Atascadero pop-up will determine the future of similar opportunities across SLO County. County staff will conduct tests and monitor the number of staff available to oversee each potential site.

“We’re also looking at doing some of the

Fast facts

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• Transitions-Mental Health Association’s Growing Grounds Nursey will host its first inventory reduction sale on June 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale at 3740 Orcutt Road in SLO offers half off the entire inventory. For more information, call (805) 543-6071.

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Smog Check

Gotta ask about bike lanes

Bike lanes in this town are going wild. Everywhere now, one sees carefully constructed curbs, exquisitely painted lanes involving a lot of green: all inspiring a great amount of WTFs on the part of those scoundrels who prefer to use automobiles, as the visual effect can be quite confusing to drivers, if not downright intimidating. Yet, I suppose it is all intended for the greater good.

The problem is that I rarely see anyone actually using the bike lanes. I did see a guy using one on Laurel recently, but he got back up on the sidewalk at the earliest opportunity, so I’m not sure if it counts. That was pretty much it for the day as far as I saw. So what is going on? It this some sort of

We can’t go back once we mess things up

I have to agree with Christine Mulholland (“A response to ‘Unity must prevail,’” May 30) and the recent letter from Sharon Roberts (“To those who considered the trees,” June 13). It seems we have been gaslighted with the “group think” new agendas. I am a local of San Luis Obispo. I was born in 1951, so I’ve seen a lot of changes in San Luis Obispo city and the county. The very sad thing about the Dana Reserve project is not only the loss of all those trees and open land, but the concept that it will provide housing over protecting the environment.

I have seen so many projects here in the city and county that come down to one thing. Greed. Money for developers, money for the county from the development. And we give up our precious land for that one thing. Greed.

Where and when do we finally put a stop to some of these projects? What are we

“build it and they will come” thing? If so, they don’t seem to be coming by bike. Mostly Teslas near as I can tell. Were studies done to assess the actual bicycle traffic before embarking on what appears to be massive spending on bike lanes?

It is proposed to spend more than $18 million extending a bike trail to Avila and require the seizure of private property to do it. How many bicyclists would actually benefit from it? Is it really worth it? You could help a lot of homeless people with that kind of money. Or would it just sit there, languishing in the sunlight like most of the bike lanes in this town?

Mark Henry San Luis Obispo

going to leave for our future generation?

Can we possibly find a better solution that would balance the Earth with the growing population?

A famous quote from a Madonna song, “wake up, wake up,” (“God Control”). That is a warning before it is too late, as we can’t go back and change things once we mess them up beyond repair. Don’t let this project slip out of our hands, heads, and most of all our hearts.

Mark Steven Swack San Luis Obispo

All land belongs to the government

Shredder’s fidelity to property rights (“To seize or not to seize?” June 13) seems not to take into account that in every political system, it is the state and its military forces that control all land within. Some states— like the U.S.—allow folks to own pieces of

This Week’s Online Poll

Grande use eminent domain to repair the Traffic Way bridge?

69% Yes! The bridge serves the public, and repairs are essential.

20% No—that’s private property, and seizing it is government overreach.

10% Maybe, but there’s much more the city should do first.

property in perpetuity if they pay their taxes. But, as the American Indians will tell you, even written down property rights only hold up if courts and sheriffs agree.

Which brings me to Mr. Bunnell and his buddies whose ranch-y property rights shouldn’t be extended to being able to block construction of a needed road or bike path, no matter how personally concerned they are about liability and homelessness. Yes, they are owners of record but only because titles have been granted to them by a government, the real “property owner.”

Todd Katz San Luis Obispo

The voters would win if A-24 passes

There appears to be a misunderstanding on who has authority to control the type of development allowed on the properties specified in Measure A-24 (“What would happen to Morro Bay if A-24 passes?” June 13).

The California Coastal Commission certified the Morro Bay General Plan. In the

plan, it certified specific uses. If anyone wants to develop a property, then the procedure is follow the land uses designated like “visitor serving commercial.”

When Measure A-24 passes, a vote of the citizens would be needed to change the land use of the properties outlined in the measure.

The reason for this is to insulate the city from legal proceedings by Vistra.

In my opinion, if any City Council in the future were to deny a land use change for Vistra to install the battery energy storage site then Vistra may have cause for legal action.

The legal question would be: “Is the city now violating the memorandum of understanding agreement?”

As you must be aware, that agreement was forced upon the city when it needed an easement for a sewer line to complete the wastewater recycling facility in a timely manner.

Neither the state nor the California Energy Commission (CEC) have the authority to grant, approve, or change the land use on these properties. Assembly Bill 205 does grant some authority for permitting the installation of energy-related projects in the state, however the bill clearly outlines that in those areas under the jurisdiction of some agencies, AB 205 does not apply.

One of the agencies is the California Coastal Commission.

So the answer to your question is: “The voters would win!”

Any proposed development on those properties that conforms to the land use approved by the California Coastal Commission will move forward in the normal manner.

Barry Branin Morro Bay

HODIN Russell Hodin

Shower power

You know what happens when the SLO County Board of Supervisors undoes the mistakes of its previous iteration?

The taxpayers rake it in!

Just kidding. We’re not raking in anything. But we’re spending less!

The Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA)—a regional collaborative effort to manage the vagaries of and state regulatory policies over solid waste—just reduced its solid waste management fee from 5.4 percent to 3 percent. Boring, but not too shabby!

This happened after the county rejoined the IWMA despite its best efforts to try to go at the solid waste game alone. Turns out, that game ain’t easy. Turns out, the IWMA does a pretty darn good job of complying with state mandates in a fiscally responsible way, more responsible than even it could have predicted.

With almost $2 million in county money wasted on an independent waste agency that was total trash and the threat of an 8 percent fee (that was higher than the IWMA’s) and looming annual spending worth $700,000, the fiscally responsible trio of liberal supervisors made a prudent decision to throw the opinion of the fiscally irresponsible conservatives into the organic composting bin late last year.

And now we can recycle the extra fees we don’t have to pay back into our monthly household budgets!

Will Los Osos be able to recycle enough wastewater to make up for future development’s strain on its water supply? Not if people stop taking short showers and

flushing their toilets with gray water.

One resident told the California Coastal Commission that she was done doing her part, since the regulatory body seemed to think Los Osos could potentially lift the building moratorium that’s been in place for decades: “I did take a three-minute shower today,” Alexandria Fairfield told commissioners on June 13. “Tomorrow, I’ll skip it.”

Skip what? The shower? Gross!

She’s not convinced the entity that’s famous for being a stickler about these kinds of things is up to snuff with its assessment of the situation. The commission thinks that the Los Osos Valley Groundwater Basin, which was overdrafted (more water coming out than going in) for years, is no longer in danger due to conservation efforts.

Kevin Kahn, the commission’s Central Coast district manager, said the data shows Los Osos now uses less water than “the basin’s calculated sustainable or safe yield.” Meaning? There’s room to grow.

Maybe not, if Fairfield and company start taking longer showers. I guess they’re not so much about conserving water as they are about keeping development out of their neighborhoods. It’s funny that a group of folks who once depended on the commission to help them stay NIMBY-rrific is now questioning the commission because it changed its mind.

Los Osos Sustainability Group Chair

Patrick McGibney is convinced the commission’s science is fake news. The numbers it’s using, he insists, are estimated.

“We don’t have enough water,” he said. “Are we all conserving water to save our basin or are we doing it to have more development?”

Both, duh! Where else are we going to put people? Plus, if the Coastal Commission staff says it’s so, I’m going to believe them!

You know how many building moratoriums are in place because of them? Cambria does.

But there’s still a ways to go before Los Osos rips the moratorium Band-Aid off. The commission made some changes to the Los Osos Community Plan submitted by the county, which now need to go back to the county Board of Supervisors for approval before going back to the commission. Whew! Hang on for a slow ride.

It’s not like a city decision, where Atascadero can just unilaterally decide it doesn’t want to make proclamations anymore because it “detracts” from city business. Interesting move from a conservative city. Even more interesting to make it really known during Pride Month and on the eve of Juneteenth

And by interesting, I mean fishy, fishy, fishy—if you’re having a hard time reading between the lines.

The Atascadero City Council made a decision not to support Pride Month without even having to discuss it in front of the public! It’s like magic. This, despite voting in favor of a proclamation supporting

Pride Month last June, something Thom Waldman called a “huge step backwards.”

Waldman co-produced the first major Atascadero Pride event, which took place five days after the non-decision decision made during the June 11 City Council meeting.

“Think about the message you are sending to our community,” he said.

That message is avoidance. Are you taking notes, kids? As Gala Pride and Diversity Center’s Serrin Ruggles said: “Unfortunately, both the words and actions of Atascadero City Council have made it clear that they are not interested in supporting the LGBTQ-plus population up there.”

Crystal clear. Unlike the tax revenue fight going on between the Nipomo Community Services District and the county over the potential future property taxes of the most controversial development in recent history: the Dana Reserve. Who knew that project’s controversy could get any deeper?

The development wants to be annexed into the CSD for water and wastewater services— something the county doesn’t provide there. The county thinks it would lose property tax revenue in the deal. The CSD thinks the county would actually make more tax revenue and wants the extra dollars. Could negotiations stall the project? Environmentalists across the county are crossing their fingers. ∆

The Shredder’s got an eye on everything. Send tips to shreedder@newtimeslo.com.

Mica Gross

Messina

Wilson

Winning Images 2024

Picture perfect

Winning images from photographers across the Central Coast capture the world

BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

Photographs can’t always convey an image as the human eye sees it, but sometimes a photographer can translate it exactly. They have the skills to show the world for what it is, in all the light, color, and emotion that a moment can muster. And sometimes, we absolutely get

JUDGES

lucky. Both of those mean that everyone else gets to view a part of the world they may not have otherwise seen.

Since 1994, New Times Media Group has asked for those images. We’ve invited local photographers to send us their favorites for our Winning Images contest. This year’s all-digital contest received more than 350

Jayson Mellom began his photojournalism career at the Marion Chronicle-Tribune in Indiana before moving on to the Athens Daily News and then The Atlanta Journal/ Constitution before eventually settling in San Luis Obispo. He worked for the SLO Tribune for 16 years and has been New Times’ photographer since 2016. Along the way, he’s won state, regional, and national awards for his photojournalism; has been published in National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, In Touch, and Der Spiegel magazines; and has had photos in the Los Angeles Times, the Chicago Tribune, and The New York Times

photos. Our judges narrowed them down to three winners each in eight categories, plus honorable mentions, and judge’s picks. Every entry also came in with a $10 fee, which will be rolled back into prize money for each of the winners, who also receive awards from the contest’s sponsors. Winning photographs will be on display

at The Photo Shop (1027 Marsh St., SLO) through July 19.

Check out the winning images from 2024 on the following pages, and be sure to keep an eye on what you could submit in 2025’s contest! ∆

Contact Editor Camillia Lanham at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

San Luis Obispo native and perennial Winning Images judge Peggy Mesler is a photographer and the owner of The Photo Shop in SLO, where she shares her appreciation for—and knowledge of— photography with customers, clients, and friends. Peggy earned a journalism degree from Cal Poly, and she opened her shop in 1995.

Stephanie Secrest has a master’s degree in photojournalism from Ohio University. She’s been a freelancer for more 15 years and was with the press for 21 years before that. Stephanie was invited to attend the exclusive Eddie Adams Workshop, a top honor for photojournalists. She was also a pre-qualification judge for Adobe with its ADAA contest. She’s been published in Newsday, The London Sunday News Magazine, The Boston Globe, Los Angeles Times, The Baltimore Sun, and San Francisco Chronicle among others and was chief photographer and photo editor for two newspapers. ❍

PHOTO COURTESY OF JAYSON MELLOM

PHOTO COURTESY OF PEGGY MESLER

PHOTO COURTESY OF STEPHANIE SECREST

Carl Sepulveda, Animals, Untitled, FIRST PLACE & BEST OF SHOW

Winning Images 2024

Carl Sepulveda, Flora, Untitled, FIRST PLACE

Marlin Harms, Animals, She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not, SECOND PLACE

Bob Canepa, Animals, My Dogs Can Fly, THIRD PLACE

Jonathan Shapiro, Animals, Portrait of an Elephant Seal, HONORABLE MENTION

Kathleen Bosch, Flora, Poppy Pop, SECOND PLACE

Lincoln Sullivan, Flora, Growing Through Adversity, HONORABLE MENTION

Winning Images 2024

Dan Baum, Flora, Oak First Spring Leaves and Lichen, THIRD PLACE

Heather Shultz, In Motion, Hummingbird, FIRST PLACE

Tim Bennett, In Motion, Acrobatic Surfer at Morro Bay Competition, SECOND PLACE

Christopher Hamma, In Motion, Nature’s Roomba, THIRD PLACE

Jonathan Shapiro, In Motion, Rodeo Action, HONORABLE MENTION

Winning Images 2024

Amy Joseph, Land/Seascape, Blue Wave, FIRST PLACE

Shad Giordano, Land/Seascape, Groovy Rays at Montaña De Oro, SECOND PLACE

Jonathan Shapiro, Land/Seascape, Moonset by Morro Rock, THIRD PLACE

Kathleen Bosch Land/Seascape, Over the Fog, HONORABLE MENTION

Andy Samarasena, Open, Stealth and Serenity: Wild Sri Lankan Leopard, THIRD PLACE

Andy Samarasena, Open, Cascade Capture: Bear’s Fishing Triumph at Brooks Falls, HONORABLE MENTION

Winning Images 2024

Michael Messina, People, That was Then, This is Now, FIRST PLACE

Wayne Angeloty, Open, Predawn Lotus in First Light, SECOND PLACE

David Sirgany People, A Blink in Time, THIRD PLACE

Andy Samarasena, People, Radiant Birthday Glow, HONORABLE MENTION

Dan Baum, Open, Condor Love, FIRST PLACE

Winning Images 2024

Andy Samarasena, Travel, Nature’s Nurturer: Mother Bear Protecting Cubs by the Creek, FIRST PLACE

Andy Samarasena, Travel, Yosemite Majesty, SECOND PLACE

Mica Gross, Colorado High Mountain Stream, JUDGE’S PICK

Lance Wilson Youth, Outflow, SECOND PLACE

Winning Images 2024

Izzy Huls-Hutton, Youth, In Your Face, FIRST PLACE

Aria Patterson, Youth, Murphy and Me, THIRD PLACE

Izzy Huls-Hutton, Youth, All Bark No Bite, HONORABLE MENTION

Andy Samarasena, Travel, Tranquil Journey, THIRD PLACE

Hot Dates

GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH

Circus Vargas presents Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration at the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo June 21 through July 8. Ringmaster and prolific opera singer Johnathan Lee Iverson (pictured) presides over the event, which features performances of acrobatics and other live entertainment. Visit circusvargas.com for the full performance schedule, tickets, and more details.

—Caleb Wiseblood

ARTS

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

CALL TO ARTISTS: SHOW OFF Select

two of your best and most representative pieces to Show Off during our upcoming show. You can select a favorite from deep within your portfolio or feel free to create something new for the show. There is no “theme” except to “Show Off.” June 25 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Varies. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

CENTRAL COAST ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

Three artist groups of the Central Coast Artists Collective (photographers, sculptors, and craftmakers) show selected works by members in this annual exhibition. Through June 24, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

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.

DRAWING/PAINTING GROUP CCA

holds still life drawing/painting sessions

in the Green Room at Cambria Center for the Arts. You will need to bring your own supplies, including an easel if you choose to paint. Fourth Thursday of every month, 1-3:30 p.m. through Feb. 25 $10. 805-927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts. org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

FIBER AND TEXTILES BY DEBBIE

GEDAYLOO A self-taught artist who uses observations of the natural world as inspiration. Through June 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

OIL PAINTINGS BY PATRICIA NEWTON Newton’s style is representational, “utilizing a glazing technique to create a translucent effect that provides depth and emanates light from my paintings.” June 30 -July 29 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREGORY

SIRAGUSA This artist prefers photography of subjects that are subtle or commonplace, “revealing beauty that often goes unnoticed.” But his portfolio also exhibits grandeur, capturing memorable landscapes and birds whose wings regularly touch the sky. Work is printed on metal, canvas, and paper.

June 30 -July 29 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. THE REBOOT PRESENTS SPEAKEASY (TRUE STORIES AND MORE) The Reboot: Storytelling ReImagined returns as The Reboot SpeakEasy with local tellers sharing true personal stories and a tasty mix of spoken word play, rants,

and raves. It’s story gold for people who delight in all things well told. Outdoor seating under the stars. June 28 7-9:15 p.m. Free. 805-772-9225. facebook.com/ the.reboot4u. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.

SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW (MORRO BAY) Lineups are subject to change, but always include five headliners. June 29, 7 p.m. my805tix.com. Morro Bay Eagles Club, 2988 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-772-1384.

SYLVIA A man adopts a talking dog who competes with his wife for his affection and attention. June 21 -July 7 By The Sea Productions, 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay, bytheseaproductions.org.

NORTH SLO COUNTY

ADULT DRAWING AND PAINTING WITH DIANE AT ARTSOCIAL 805 Please join ArtSocial 805 at the Creative Campus if you want to learn a new skill or dust off those pencils, paints, and brushes, and get back into art. Mondays, 10-11 a.m. through Aug. 26 $25-$100. 805-400-9107. artsocial805.com. ArtSocial 805 Creative Campus, 631 Spring St., Paso Robles.

DRYPOINT PRINTMAKING DEMO

This demo will introduce you to the printmaking process of Drypoint. In this technique, an image is incised with a sharp tool into a hard surface. Ink is pushed into the design, excess is wiped off, and then run through an etching press. June 22 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. 805238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/ drypoint-demo/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. IT TAKES TWO: BRAND NEW SONGS ABOUT SAME OLD LOVE A new musical revue by Michael Kaplan and Mark Pietri. Check out the full New Times article for

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

more info. June 29 7-9 p.m. $25. 805440-2695. eventbrite.com. Templeton Performing Arts Center, 1200 S Main St., Templeton.

PRINTMAKER TOUR OF THE POCKET

GALLERY ON PINE Open most Saturdays and by appointment. Gallery is showing three local printmakers: Susan Lyon, Kathy Madonna, and Maryanne Nucci. Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. 805-440-7152. Pocket Gallery on Pine, 8491/2 13th Street, Paso Robles.

SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW Lineups are subject to change, but each show always includes five headliners. June 28 7 p.m. my805tix.com. JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room, 811 12th St., Paso Robles, 805-238-6932.

SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW (PASO ROBLES) With five headliners. Lineups are subject to change. June 28 7-8:30 p.m. my805tix.com/. The Park Place, 1216 Park St., Paso Robles.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Set in the late 1970s, this story of friendship and revenge is “outrageous, thoughtprovoking, and even a little romantic.” Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with their egotistical, lying boss. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. through June 30 $20-$40. 805-786-2440. slorep. org/shows/9-to-5-the-musical/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

ACT SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS Visit site for more details on this summer camp series. Through Aug. 5 slorep. org/education/act-theatre-camps/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440.

ACTOR’S EDGE: ACTING CLASSES

Actor’s Edge offers film and television acting training in San Luis Obispo, plus exposure to Los Angeles talent agents. All ages and skill levels welcome. Classes available in SLO, LA, and on zoom. ongoing $210 per month. actorsedge. com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

APRIL BANKS: OUTLANDISH Los Angeles-based artist April Banks is a creative strategist working across visual art, social engagement, and exhibition design. Her practice sits intentionally between image, space, and experience. Through July 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/ april-banks/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

ARTIST RIKI SCHUMACHER AT ART

CENTRAL GALLERY Schumacher’s work is pensive and introspective, inspiring one to take a solitary walk on a cloudy day. Wander in to reflect on her “delicious, wistful landscapes.” Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/gallery-artists/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

CIRCUS VARGAS PRESENTS JUBILÉ! AN EPIC WORLD CELEBRATION

Featuring the world’s finest in circus acrobatic and aerial artistry presented with the magical voice of Johnathan Lee Iverson. June 21 -July 8 $25-$80. circusvargas.com. Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

CYANOTYPE BLUES WITH LINDA

ELDER Learn how to get gorgeous blue colors using a variety of tools, plants, stencils, and the sun. It’s easy; no experience is necessary. Wear clothes you don’t mind accidently turning blue and watch the transformation of colors. June 22 1-4 p.m. $35. 219-299-9266. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE DEMO WITH CHUCK CROTSER Let Crotser show you how to explore different drawing and sketching techniques using a variety of media, and take a peek into his colorful world of composition, design,

and perspective. This demo is aimed at children ages 8 and up. Beginners welcome. June 22 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-471-5967. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

IMPROV COMEDY SHOW Hosted by Central Coast Comedy Theater. June 29 6-8 p.m. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo. IMPROV COMEDY SHOWS AT THE HUB The show contents will be rotated among the group’s ensemble, house, and musical improv team casts, as well as stand-up and student shows. Fourth Friday of every month, 6 p.m. my805tix. com/. The Hub, 1701 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

LEARN TO WEAVE MONDAYS An opportunity to learn how a four-shaft loom works. You will get acquainted as a new weaver or as a refresher with lots of tips and tricks. This class includes getting to know a loom, how to prepare/ dress a loom, and much much more. Mondays, 1-4 p.m. $75 monthly. 805-4418257. Patricia Martin: Whispering Vista Studios, 224 Squire Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, patriciamartinartist.com.

MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPE USING INK AND INKTENSE WITH LINDA

CUNNINGHAM During this three-hour class, you’ll receive step-by-step instructions for creating a mountain landscape on mixed media paper using Inktense pencils activated with water and black ink. Beginners are welcome. June 23 , 12:30-3:30 p.m. $40. 805-4782158. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. PARENT-CHILD POTTERY CLASS Make lasting memories with clay together as a family. For ages 6 and over. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon $70. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com.

POTTERY: BEGINNING WHEEL CLASS This series is a great intro to the pottery wheel. Students learn to throw various shapes, surface decorate, and glaze. Clay and firing included with admission.

PHOTO COURTESY OF CIRCUS VARGAS

Hot Dates

MAJESTIC MILESTONE

The Santa Ynez Valley Performing Arts Company presents its 35th anniversary celebration, An Invitation to Dance 2024, with performances at the Santa Ynez High School Little Theater on June 20, 21, and 22 at 7 p.m. each evening. The show will highlight ballet, lyrical, jazz, hip-hop, and tap choreographies. Visit fossemalledancestudio.com for more info.

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $180. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

SCULPTURE CLASS WITH ROD PEREZ

This weekly sculpture drop-in class gives an opportunity for potters to take on new projects and learn new techniques relating to sculptural work. Additionally, every first Friday of the month, a new project will be taught by Rod Perez for beginners. Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

SEA GLASS WIRE WRAP JEWELRY

MAKING CLASS In this class, your instructor will teach you how to take sea glass and create a beautiful necklace and pierced earrings using a wire wrapping technique. You’ll start by selecting three pieces of genuine, local sea glass then learn easy, basic jewelry-making techniques. June 30 1-2:30 p.m. $45. 805-541-1400. creativemetime.com. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW AT DAIRY

CREEK With five headliners (subject to change). June 29 8-9:30 p.m. my805tix. com/. Dairy Creek Golf Course, 2990 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805-782-8060.

UNDINE Dive into this fairy tale of water spirits, switched identities, and tangled romance. June 22 , 7-9:30 p.m. and June 23 2-4:30 p.m. $22-$58. 805-756-4849. pacslo.org/events/detail/undine24. Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo.

YOUTH POTTERY CLASS Teens love this class. Learn handbuilding techniques and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Held every Friday after school. Fridays, 3:30-5 p.m. $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

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.

FLEX PERFORMING ARTS JUNE

RECITAL A dance and music spectacular, featuring the students of Flex Performing Arts. June 21 , 6-8 p.m., June 22 1-3 & 6:30-8:30 p.m. and June 23 3-5 p.m. 805904-4741. flexperformingarts.com. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

PIRATES OF PISMO A-GO-GO The plot follows a young “junior pirate” who plans to celebrate his 21st birthday by breaking away from the grip of his master, the Pirate King. Comical complications arise because of his Feb. 29 birthday, as it only comes around every four years. Through July 6 Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

SANTA YNEZ VALLEY

AN INVITATION TO DANCE 2024

The Santa Ynez Valley Performing Arts Company presents its 35th anniversary celebration. The show will highlight ballet, lyrical, jazz, hip-hop, and tap choreographies. June 20 -22 fossemalledancestudio.com. Santa Ynez High School Little Theater, 2975 CA-246, Santa Ynez.

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

2024 MARINE SWAP MEET Hosted by Friends of the Morro Bay Harbor Department, Morro Bay Maritime Museum, and Morro Bay Youth Sailing Foundation. Discover a treasure trove of marine and nautical items, including boats, watercraft, marine supplies, and more. June 29, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. friendsofthembhd.org. Embarcadero Morro Bay, 1200 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

ADOPT A KITTEN EVENT Come see beautiful cats and kittens for adoption and bring home a forever pet. All cats are fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped. June 22 , 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $100 for 1; $150 for 2. 805-549-9228. felinenetwork.org. Los Osos Valley Nursery, 301 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.

BREATHE AND STRETCH: BAYSIDE

MARTIAL ARTS This class for ages 18 and over is a hybrid of yoga, active isolated, resistance stretching, and more. Breath work is incorporated throughout. You must be able to get down onto the floor and back up again. Please bring a mat and some water to stay hydrated. Sundays, 9-10 a.m. $15 session. 415-5165214. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos.

CHAKRA MEDITATION AND BREATHWORK Hosted by Aurora Meditations and Rituals. June 23 , 10-11:15 a.m. my805tix.com. Beach Access Parking Lot, 102 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay.

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.

NAVIGATING FUNCTIONAL

MUSHROOMS WITH RYATH

BEAUCHENE Examine the intersections of fungal biochemistry, the “functional

mushroom” space, and some recommended practices. Ryath will also elaborate on commercial products, testing, extraction methods, and lesser known applications of mushrooms for being well. June 29 9-11 a.m. $20. 805395-9323. plantaeandfungi.com. Plantae and Fungi, 750 Sheffield St., Cambria. QUEERWOOD Pride comes again to Los Osos. Enjoy a family day at Beerwood with vendors, resources, games, and performances, then come over to The Merrimaker for the 21 plus evening Pride event. June 22 12-7 p.m. Free. Beerwood, 690 Santa Maria Ave, Baywood-Los Osos, (805) 439-4188.

SCIENCE ON TAP An evening to learn all about eelgrass in Morro Bay. With MBNEP staff on hand to talk about eelgrass monitoring and restoration work in Morro Bay and play some eelgrass trivia. June 26 6-7:30 p.m. Free. mbnep. org. Babydudes, 307 Morro Bay Blvd., 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.

SUMMER SOLSTICE BY GODDESS TEMPLE CENTRAL COAST A relaxing gathering to connect with community as we slip into the warm hours of afternoon sunshine. Expect a song circle and a guided meditation. Feel free to bring the whole family as all are welcome. June 22 12-4 p.m. my805tix.com. W. R. Hearst State Beach, 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon.

SUMMER SOLSTICE FULL MOON CEREMONY Let go of anything that isn’t serving you with an ancient, traditional fire ceremony. June 20 6:45 p.m. my805tix.com/. Fog’s End Barn, 2735 Main St., Cambria.

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.

NORTH SLO COUNTY 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. GODDESS GROUP Please join Oracle Owner/Intuitive Medium, Tiffany Klemz, for this twice monthly, Goddess Group. The intention of this group

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SATURDAY,

is to curate connection, inspiration, unity, and empowerment. Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. $11. 805-464-2838. oracleatascaderoca.com. Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

KID’S SUMMER CAMPS 2024 Make it the best summer yet with Templeton Tennis Ranch’s summer camps. Kids ages 5-12 will enjoy playing tennis, pickleball, bocce, and more. Eight weeks to choose from. Camps begin June 10 and start at $90. Sibling discounts available. Learn more online. June 24 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $90-$240. 805-434-9605. ttrtennis. com/tennis/kids-camps/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton.

LAVENDER FARM YOGA Teaming up with Saunter Yoga and Wellness, the farm is excited to provide you yoga events to help you relax and unwind from your busy life. June 22 9-10:30 a.m. my805tix. com. California Lavender Honey Farm, 6380 Hawk Ridge Place, San Miguel.

LITHA: CELEBRATION OF THE SUMMER SOLSTICE Celebrate the Summer Solstice in Wiccan tradition; an Earth-based spirituality celebrating the seasonal changes, asking us to reflect on living in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Bring an open heart, lend your voice to song, and feel the gift of celebration. June 21 6-7:30 p.m. $45. 805-464-2175. greenomenapothecary. com/event-details/litha-celebration-ofthe-summer-solstice. The Green Omen Apothecary and Tea Lounge, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

OPEN FARM DAYS SLO County Farm Trail farmers, makers and friends will gather at this Friday night farmers marketplace to show off their locally grown and made to kick off the fourth annual Open Farm Days weekend. Check site for Farm Trail map and schedule. June 21 , June 22 and June 23 my805tix.com. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles.

PICKLES FOR A PURPOSE PICKLEBALL

TOURNAMENT A round-robin pickleball tournament in SLO County, benefitting Meals That Connect Senior Nutrition Program. Tournaments in Templeton, Cambria, and SLO June 21 through 23. Sign up today to prove you are the best pickleball player in SLO County. June 21 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $60. swishtournaments. com/product/pickles-for-a-purpose/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton, 805434-9605.

SUNDAY SOUND BATH A Sunday morning sound bath is a sure way to provide a beautiful transition from the previous month, into the new. A wonderful way to care for your mental, spiritual, and physical health. June 30 9:30-11 a.m. $33. 805-464-2175. greenomenapothecary.com. The Green Omen Apothecary and Tea Lounge, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

WITCHY WEDNESDAY Note: limited space. Gather with other intuitive minds to learn more about the origins of our witch wounds, and have a past life spiritual wound healed. Follow the link for the event tickets and more information. June 26 6-7:30 p.m. $48. 805-464-2175. greenomenapothecary.com. The Green Omen Apothecary and Tea Lounge, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

AERIAL SILKS CLINIC Learn aerial skills that build memory, strength, coordination, confidence, and endurance. Plus, silks is a great way to learn flipping safely. Ages 7 to 17; all levels welcome. June 22 , 1-3 p.m. $25 for first child; plus $10 per additional sibling. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo. com/saturday-event-clinics. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

com/saturday-event-clinics. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

ARTE SUAVE ELITE GRAPPLING A showcase of elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and grappling super-fights on the Central Coast, with live DJ, food, drinks, and a Beach Party theme. June 22 4-7 p.m.

$55. artesuaveelite.network/. Embassy Suites, 333 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805-549-0800.

BIRDS AND BOTANY MONTHLY WALK

AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN

The Garden is excited to present a monthly bird walk series on the fourth Thursday of every month which explores the intersection of birds and botany. Fourth Thursday of every month, 8-11 a.m. $10 for Garden Members; $40 for general public. 805-541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

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.

FRIENDSHIP GYMNASTICS CAMP

With gymnastics, themed crafts and games, and educational trivia. Forge friendships on trampolines, bars, beams, foam pits, and more. Children ages 4-13; no gymnastics experience necessary. June 24 -28, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $40-$360 depending on which options you choose. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo. com/camps. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

GOING LIVE FOR GREAT FUTURES Boys & Girls Clubs of South San Luis Obispo County is excited to invite the public to its third annual Going Live for Great Futures fundraising event. A Facebook Live fundraiser with drawings, interviews, and more. June 26 , 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Free. 805-481-7339. facebook.com/ BoysandGirlsClubsSLOCounty. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

KIDS’ PARTY PARADISE: BEACH BASH

Kids will have a fabulous evening of pizza, s’mores, and a movie. June 22 , 5-9:30 p.m. Starts at $50. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/kidsparty-paradise. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

MOONLIGHT HOURS AT THE SLO

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Come to the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum for free every third Thursday of the month. Third Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Free admission. 805-545-5874. slocm. org/moonlight-hours. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo.

NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY CLASS This is a free, eight-session education program for family, friends and significant others of children and adults with mental health conditions. Learn about anxiety, depressive disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Topics covered include communication, problem solving, treatment, and recovery. Registration by email or calling required. Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m. through Aug. 5 Free. 805-481-4847. namislo.org. Unitarian Universalist, 2201 Lawton Ave., San Luis Obispo.

Send event information to events@newtimesslo.com or submit online.

the approach of friendly strangers, and more. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m. $25. 805-543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org/training/. Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo. SLO BLUES BASEBALL 33 summer home games held. Go to bluesbaseball.com for full schedule. Tickets available from My805Tix. Through July 27 $10 adults; 12 and under free. 805-512-9996. my805tix. com. SLO Blues Summer Collegiate Baseball, Sinsheimer Stadium at 900 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispso.

SUPERSONIC STEM GYMNASTICS

CAMP Features gymnastics, themed crafts and games, and educational trivia. For children ages 4-13; no experience necessary. Through June 21, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $40-$360 depending on which options you choose. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/camps. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. VOLUNTEER RESTORATION EVENT WITH CUESTA COLLEGE SUSTAINABLE AG PROGRAM The Morro Bay National Estuary Program, in partnership with Cuesta College, is hosting a volunteer restoration event at the Cuesta College Sustainable Agriculture site. This event will include setting up fencing for grazers and some vegetation management. June 23 , 9 a.m.-noon Free. eventbrite. com. Pennington Creek Road and Watson Drive, Pennington Creek and Watson, San Luis Obispo.

VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED Hospice volunteers find working with patients to be very gratifying and emotionally meaningful. This is an excellent use of time for retirees, students, or anyone who feels called to give back to your community. Give the gift of time that only CCHH Hospice fills. Train free in mid-June for three Fridays only. Fridays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. through June 28 Free. 805-305-7980. centralcoasthomehealth.com/index.php/ hospice-volunteer/. Central Coast Home Health and Hospice, 253 Granada, San Luis Obispo.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

AGILITY (PARKOUR) CLINIC Agility (aka parkour) offers a path to social confidence. Come flip with flair in a safe, nurturing environment. Ages 5 to 17; all levels welcome. June 22 , 1-3 p.m. $25 for first child; plus $10 per additional sibling. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.

PICKLES FOR A PURPOSE A pickleball tournament to benefit Meals That Connect senior nutrition programs. Meals That Connect provides more than 200,000 meals to seniors annually. All skill levels are welcome. June 21 8 a.m.-4 p.m., June 22 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and June 23 , 8 a.m.-2 p.m. $60. mealsthatconnect.org. French Park, 1040 Fuller Road, San Luis Obispo, 805-540-9484.

PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR Puppies (10 weeks to 5 months old) will learn appropriate play style with other pups, acceptable manners with people, tolerance for gentle restraints, confidence with

100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PISMO BEACH A short ceremony at 11 a.m., followed by a reception and open house with music and refreshments. A milestone celebration at this “little yellow church by the sea.” June 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. communitypresbyterianpismobeach.com. Community Presbyterian Church of Pismo Beach, 990 Dolliver St., Pismo Beach. ADVENTURES WITH NATURE: INATURALIST Join State Park Staff for an interactive workshop to learn how to use iNaturalist, a free app that helps you identify plant and animal species in our area. Bring your own device (smartphone or tablet) with the app downloaded. RSVP required by calling. June 30, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-474-2664. centralcoastparks.org. Oceano Dunes Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave., Oceano. BEGINNER GROUP SURF LESSONS AND SURF CAMPS Lessons and camp packages available daily. All equipment included. ongoing Starts at $70. 805835-7873. sandbarsurf.com/. Sandbar Surf School Meetup Spot, 110 Park Ave., Pismo Beach.

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.

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Open Farm Days: SLO Co Farm Trail

FRI-SUN, JUNE 21-23

Paso Robles & SLO

Miguel

Atascadero Lake

Wine Fest

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

Pavilion on the Lake, Atascadero

BrainSoil7: Celestial Coalescence

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

Drew Davis Fine Art Studio, SLO

A Tribute Show to Pat Benatar and Van Halen Fair Warning and Best Shot

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 Blast 825 Brewery, Orcutt

Park Palooza

SATURDAY, JULY 13

Dairy Creek Golf Course, SLO

Rock Odyssey, Classic Rock from the 70s, 80s, & 90s

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 Cottonwood Canyon Winery, Santa Maria

Terminal Presents Deadstock II

FRI-SUN, JULY 19-21

Dark Nectar Coffee, Atascadero

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 Ribline By The Beach,

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

City Ballroom, Lompoc Coastal Wine & Paint Party

SATURDAYS, JUNE 22, 29, JULY 6, 13

Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, Cambria 2024 Live at the Lighthouse Concert Series

Smoke & Song: A Country BBQ

featuring Michael Ray

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

Tooth & Nail House of Wine, Paso Robles

SATURDAYS, JUNE 22-OCT 12 Point San Luis Lighthouse, Avila Beach

SLOFunny Comedy Show, Hosted by James Uloth

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room, Paso Robles

Chakra Meditation & Breath-Work

SUNDAY, JUNE 23 Aurora Meditations & Rituals, Morro Bay

Big Wheel

Cobra

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

Club Car Bar, Templeton Mercantile

Treat Yo’ Self: A Decadent Experience in Honor of Pride Month

MONDAY, JUNE 24 Mistura, SLO

Supper Club at The Cliffs

featuring Wolff Vineyards

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa, Pismo Beach

Trivia Wednesday Night with Brain Stew Trivia

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Bang The Drum Brewery, SLO

Improv Comedy Show: Queer Comedy Show

SATURDAY, JUNE 29 The Bunker SLO

THURSDAY, JUNE 27 The Bunker SLO

SATURDAY,

The Sea Productions Presents: Sylvia

7

Shasta Ave, Morro Bay

Mofunk

Grover Beach

Privada, Grupo Ecentrico, & Banda Invisible

John Metz HalfWayBoy Mirror Maggots

SLOFunny Comedy Show, Hosted by James Uloth

JUNE 29 Morro Bay Eagles Club

CENTRAL COAST AQUARIUM

CAMPS The Central Coast Aquarium is excited to announce that summer camp registrations are now open. Each week-long camp session will include: interactive lessons and activities, outdoor field trips, animal encounters, and more. Mondays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. through Aug. 5 centralcoastaquarium.org/campsprograms/seasonal-camps/summercamps/. Central Coast Aquarium, 50 San Juan St., Avila Beach, 805-595-7280. FIVE CITIES FREE REPAIR CAFE Got a beloved but broken item? Fix it for free at the Five Cities Repair Café at Oceano CSD. Volunteers repair bikes, clothing, small appliances, electronics, outdoor gear, and more. June 22 1-4:30 p.m. Free. 650-3676780. repaircafe5cities.org. Oceano CSD, 1655 Front St., Oceano.

website for details. June 21 and June 22

Free. 805-350-8517. oldsantaynezdays. com/. Downtown Santa Ynez, Saqunto St., Solvang.

SYV PRIDE PARADE AND FESTIVAL

Parade will roll through downtown Solvang with floats, music, and more, ending with a family-friendly Pride Festival at Solvang Park at noon. June 22 , 11 a.m. SYVPride.org. Downtown Solvang, Citywide, Solvang.

FOOD & DRINK

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMERS

FULL MOON YOGA, MEDITATION, AND SOUND BATH An evening of celestial connection and soulful movement. June 21 7:30-9 p.m. my805tix.com. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, 1215 Avila Beach Dr., Avila Beach.

HOUSE OF PRAYER PRESENTS GUEST

SPEAKER AND MUSICIAN JONTHAN

STRICTLING House of Prayer will host guest speaker and musician Jonthan Strictling from The Center of Praise Ministries of Sacramento, CA. Pastor Jono services as the Directors of Communication and Men’s Ministries. Everyone is invited. All will be blessed. June 30 10-11:30 a.m. Fee admission. 805-732-5111. House of Prayer Church, 640 S. Frontage Road, Nipomo.

LITTLE RANGER PROGRAM: SUMMER

SMARTS Come explore how we can be safe on the beach, our trails, and when camping. Participate in fun activities and enjoy a short presentation from a Park Ranger. Ages 3 to 7; parent/guardian must be present. RSVP by calling. June 23 , 10-11 a.m. Free. 805-474-2664. Oceano Dunes Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave., Oceano.

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.

PLANT RE-POTTING PARTY Bring 1 to 3 plants needing repotting and “we’ll do the rest.” Get your plant in new mix or potted up in a fun, educational atmosphere. Meet other plant parents and learn how different plants need different conditions. Light refreshments will be served. June 22 3-5 p.m. $20. 805-270-4083. theplantedparlour.com/event/repottingparty/. The Planted Parlour, 592 W Grand Ave., Grover Beach.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS

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

MARKET Get fresh and veggies, fruit, baked goods, sweets, and handmade artisan crafts. Come have some fun with your local farmers and artisans and enjoy delicious eats while enjoying the fresh breeze of Morro Bay. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Varies. 805-824-7383. morrobayfarmersmarket.com. Morro Bay

Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.

WINEMAKER’S DINNER AT THE

LODGE: OPOLO VINEYARDS Enjoy a five-course meal and wine pairings from Opolo Vineyards. Tickets must be prepurchased. Overnight package available. June 30, 5:30-8 p.m. $130. 805-927-4200. cambriapineslodge.com/winemakersdinner-series. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.

NORTH SLO COUNTY

ATASCADERO LAKESIDE WINEFEST

Visit site for tickets and more info on this festive celebration of wine. June 22 4 p.m. my805tix.com. Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

CLUB CAR BAR TRIVIA WITH DR. RICKY

Teams of 1 to 6 people welcome. Visit site for more info. Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542.

TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in the courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas. Menu typically includes barbacoa, chicken, and pastor tacos, as well as shrimp ceviche tostadas. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. 805-4606042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ALBARIÑO FLIGHT AT CROMA VERA

WINES Taste five years of our Albariño. Waived with a two-bottle purchase. Half-off for members. June 22 1-7 p.m. and June 23 1-6 p.m. $35. 805-946-1685. cromavera.com/blogs/news/mayevents-at-the-tasting-room. Croma Vera Wines, 3183 Duncan Road, Suite D, San Luis Obispo.

BLACK GLASS CHALLENGE: BLIND WINE TASTING Challenge your sense of taste and smell by guessing the wine in your black glass with no visual clues. June 28 , 1-7 p.m. 805-946-1685. cromavera.com. Croma Vera Wines, 3183 Duncan Road, Suite D, San Luis Obispo.

SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

SUNSET WINE/RAIL EXCURSION: SANTA BARBARA These fully-hosted, docent-led excursions will depart from the SLO Railroad Museum at 11 a.m. taking a motor coach to the Santa Barbara Wine Collective. June 22 my805tix.com. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-548-1894.

TRIVIA NIGHT Reservations are no longer required to play. Reservations are now for teams who want to guarantee a table to play. Tables available first come, first serve. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. my805tix.com. Bang the Drum Brewery, 1150 Laurel Lane, suite 130, San Luis Obispo, 805 242-8372.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

SUPPER CLUB AT THE CLIFFS WITH WOLFF VINEYARDS Designed to surprise and delight an exclusive group with an exquisite alfresco dining experience on the cliffs. June 29 5:30 p.m. my805tix. com. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa, 2757 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, 805-773-5000.

MUSIC

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY BEACHSIDE LIVE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Enjoy free live music by the beach in Cayucos. Showtimes are Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. Also featuring live music on holiday weekends, and on select Fridays and Saturdays in the summer. Check out @ schoonerscayucos on Instagram for band updates. Sundays, 1-8 p.m. Free. 805995-3883. schoonerscayucos.com/live. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos. BEER DRINKERS AND HELL RAISERS: ZZ TOP TRIBUTE BAND CONCERT A big evening of rock is coming to the Siren with the ultimate tribute to ZZ Top. Beer Drinker and Hell Raisers rocks it with Special Guest appearance by Freddie Salem of The Outlaws and Chambers Brothers. Back Pages Band opens the show at 6:30 p.m. June 23 6-10 p.m. $15. 805-714-8540. thesirenmorrobay.com. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay. FREE CONCERT ON ESTERO, MORRO BAY WITH SANTA CRUZ FAMILY BAND Free Concert Featuring Bobby, Rachel, and the Santa Cruz Family Band. Bring your chair and love of great music. Any donations go to the performing artists. June 23 2-4 p.m. Free. Concerts on Estero Morro Bay, 482 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, 805-771-9408. HERWAY TO HELL An all-female tribute to AC/DC. June 27 7 p.m. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/. MORRO BAY WHITE CAPS COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT Under the direction of conductor Brenda Hascall and assistant conductor Keith Waibel, The White Caps Community Band will perform a patriotic spectacular concert. June 29, 10 a.m.-noon Free; donations accepted. Morro Bay S. T Pier, 1185 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

RAYS OF REVELATION: UNRAVELLING THE ASTROLOGY OF SUMMER Join local astrologer Lori Waters to learn about what’s happening in our skies during the summer of 2024. Lori will discuss the astrological significance of the summer solstice and the zodiac signs of summer (Cancer, Leo, and Virgo). June 22 , 1:303:30 p.m. $10. 805-773-7063. anc.apm. activecommunities.com. Shell Beach Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach.

SANTA YNEZ VALLEY

OLD SANTA YNEZ DAYS Old Santa Ynez Days is back on Saturday, June 22. Parade starts at 10 a.m.; line dance at high noon, artisan and boutique shopping, a free kids corral that includes pony rides, face painting, petting zoo. Features a kickoff dinner and weekend rodeo too. See

A DECADENT EXPERIENCE IN HONOR OF PRIDE MONTH A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Gala Pride and Diversity Center. June 24 , 5 p.m. my805tix.com. Mistura, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-439-3292.

DOWNTOWN SLO FARMERS MARKET Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo.

INNOV8TIVE NUTRITION: NATIONAL TASTING TOUR Innov8tive’s Tasting Tour is making a stop in SLO, and you won’t want to miss tasting cutting-edge, nutritional supplements for FR33. A portion of the proceeds goes to local non-profit, Central Coast Funds for Children, that fundraises for vulnerable children in SLO County. June 22 , 10 a.m.-noon Contact for more details. 805316-3893. Embassy Suites, 333 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

NORTH SLO COUNTY THE ARTS AROUND US: FESTIVAL MOZAIC Enjoy a special presentation from Lloyd Tanner, Executive Director of Festival Mozaic. Join the discussion to learn how Festival Mozaic continues to thrive, showcasing exceptional talent, and fostering a vibrant community spirit through its celebrated musical events. June 23 2-3 p.m. Free. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/the-artsaround-us-festival-mozaic/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. BIG WHEEL COBRA Bar doors open at 4 p.m. June 28 7-10 p.m. my805tix. com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542.

BURLEY THISTLES June 23 5-7:30 p.m.

STAY ON COURSE

Cambria Pines Lodge hosts its Winemaker’s Dinner with Opolo Vineyards on Sunday, June 30, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Attendees of the Cambria event can look forward to enjoying a five-course meal with wine pairings from Opolo Vineyards. Admission to the dinner is $130. Visit cambriapineslodge.com for tickets and more info on the upcoming gathering.

—C.W.

Free. eastoneverett.com/. Four Lanterns Winery, 2485 West Highway 46, Paso Robles, 805-226-5955.

EASTON EVERETT Easton Everett plays guitar-woven music that is easy to listen to, but also surprises. June 21 , 6-8 p.m. Free. eastoneverett.com/. Cava Robles Resort, 3800 Golden Hill Rd., Paso Robles, 805-242-4700.

ERIN AND THE EARTHQUAKES Part of the Barrel Room Concert series. June 23 5-7 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery and Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

FOREVER GREEN: LIVE MUSIC AT SHALE OAK WINERY Come join Forever Green at Shale Oak’s Saturday afternoon live music series. This is a free show.

June 22 , 1-4 p.m. Free. Shale Oak Winery, 3235 Oakdale Rd., Paso Robles, 805239-4800.

KARAOKE NIGHT Food and drink

available for purchase. Last Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. Free admission. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. Last Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. my805tix. com. Templeton Mercantile Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main St., Templeton.

SINGING HANDS CHILDREN’S CHOIR

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

SMOKE AND SONG: A COUNTRY

BARBECUE FEATURING MICHAEL RAY

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening at Tooth & Nail Winery in Paso Robles. “Smoke and Song” is a unique event that brings together the best of country music, delicious barbecue, refreshing craft beer, and a great cause. June 28 6-10 p.m. $72. 805-369-6100. my805tix.com. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles.

TUESDAYS IN THE PARK: FREE WEEKLY CONCERTS BY THE ATASCADERO COMMUNITY BAND Atascadero Community Band has been playing free weekly concerts in the bandstand for almost 40 years. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and picnics and enjoy these free events. Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. through Aug. 20 Free. atascaderoband.org.

Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ALL AGES OPEN MIC NIGHT Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo.

June 21 5-8 p.m. DowntownSLO.com/ Concerts. Mission Plaza, Downtown, San Luis Obispo.

MUSIC ON THE FARM WITH MISS LEO (SESSION 1) Family involvement music classes with Miss Leo. Come enjoy an hour and a half of music education and nature connection with credentialed music educator, local musician, and nature lover, Miss Leo. With three classes for ages 3 to 7. Wednesdays. through July 10 $100. missleomusic.com/education. City Farm SLO, 1221 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, 805-769-8344.

TODD RUNDGREN LIVE AT THE FREMONT THEATER See the legendary artist live in concert. Doors open at 7 p.m. June 29, 8 p.m. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-546-8600.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

2024 LIVE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE

CONCERT SERIES These Saturday afternoon concerts are limited and will sell out, so make your purchase early to secure your spot. Saturdays, 2:30-5 p.m. through Oct. 12 my805tix.com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

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COALESCENCE Theme: Zodiac. With live band, DJ, neon painting, food, and drinks. Dress as your Zodiac sign. June 22 5:2211:11 p.m. my805tix.com. Drew Davis Fine Art, 393 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo. CLUB SOMBRA A night of goth, industrial, darkwave, aggrotech, hellektro, witch house, and more. June 28 7-11 p.m. my805tix.com. Humdinger Brewing (SLO), 855 Capitolio Way, suite 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-781-9974.

DANNYLUX LIVE AT THE FREMONT THEATER All ages welcome. Doors open at 7 p.m. June 22 8 p.m. $35. .fremontslo. com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-546-8600.

GORGATRON, CASKET ROBBERY, AND VORAATH Visit site for tickets and more info. June 29 7 p.m. my805tix. com. Humdinger Brewing (SLO), 855 Capitolio Way, suite 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-781-9974.

JAZZ IN JUNE A Mo Betta Jazz Production. June 30 3 p.m. my805tix. com. Saints Barrel Wine Bar, 1021 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

JAZZ VESPERS CONCERT The Jazz Vespers Concert Series returns to the historic sanctuary at First Presbyterian Church of SLO with the Rich Severson B3 Organ Trio. With guitarist Rich Severson, Marshall Gentry on Hammond B3 organ, and Gary Newmark on drums. June 23 4-5:30 p.m. Concert is free; donations appreciated. 805-543-5451. fpcslo.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

JAZZ WEDNESDAYS Spinning jazz records all night. Bebop, jazz funk, acid jazz, hard bop, nu jazz, jazz house, crossover, Latin jazz, and more. Featuring guest selectors. Music at a polite volume in an acoustically treated space. Vintage sound system, big warm speakers. Plenty of free parking. Wednesdays, 3-8 p.m. through Oct. 30 Free. 805-439-1544. jansplaceslo.com. Jan’s Place, 1817 Osos St., San Luis Obispo.

JOHN METZ AND MORE The Bunker SLO presents live music by three featured acts. June 27 6-9 p.m. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

LIVE MUSIC FROM GUITAR WIZ BILLY FOPPIANO AND MAD DOG Join “Guitar

Wiz” Billy Foppiano and his trusty side kick Mad Dog for a mix of blues, R&B, and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 805-544-2100. Bon Temps Creole Cafe, 1819 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, bontempscreolecafe.com/index.htm.

MANUEL THE BAND AND JINEANNE

CODERRE: CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA

Features Jineanne Coderre (pop/R&B) at 5 p.m. Manuel the Band (rock/jam) at 6 p.m. Free live music. Food/drink available.

Hosted by the Basin Street Regulars. June 30 12:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Pismo Beach Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach.

GROVER BEACH SUMMER CONCERTS

2024 Featuring some of best local and regional bands all summer long. Food, craft vendors, and activities for the kids. Free and all ages welcome. Sundays, 3-6 p.m. through Aug. 18 Free. 805-473-4580. groverbeach.org. Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach.

A HOLLYWOOD FAMILY DANCE Hosted by the City of Arroyo Grande Recreation Department. Enjoy a delicious dinner, desserts, live Dj music, family activities, photo ops, and more. Bring the whole family for a wonderful night of dancing Hollywood-style. June 21 $48 per couple. 805-473-5472. arroyogrande.org. Heritage House and Gardens, 126 S. Mason, Arroyo Grande.

KARAOKE EVERY FRIDAY Enjoy some good food and karaoke. Fridays, 5-8 p.m. 805-723-5550. The Central Grill, 545 Orchard Road, Nipomo.

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

MOFUNK LIVE With seasoned musicians and great energy, the group guarantees to keep the crowd dancing and entertained. June 22 , 7 p.m. my805tix. com. Ribline by the Beach, 395 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach.

SUMMER SOLSTICE PARTY WITH THE CLIFFNOTES IN AVILA The official kick off of summer is funner with The Cliffnotes and their New Orleans-flavored rock (with a little reggae, classic rock, and Americana) in Avila Bay for sunset cocktails at Mulligan’s by the Bay. Kid-friendly too. June 21 5-7 p.m. Free. 805-595-4000. avilabeachresort.com/ mulligans. Mulligans Bar and Grill, 6460 Ana Bay Road, Avila Beach.

TWISTED GYPSY LIVE Twisted Gypsy takes you back to the early days of Hollywood’s Sunset Strip and the heyday of ‘70s rock ’n roll. June 29, 7:30-10 p.m. $35-$45. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/ shows/twisted-gypsy/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

SANTA YNEZ VALLEY

DIRTY CELLO LIVE Gates open at 2:30 p.m. June 30 3 p.m. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang, 805-6861789.

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK LIVE June 28 8 p.m. $39-$69. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez, 800-248-6274, chumashcasino.com/ entertainment. ∆

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Arts

Monarch Books tasks contest participants to find Waldo at 24 local venues

Kicking off on Monday, July

1, Monarch Books’ Where’s Waldo-themed contest invites its participants to find the hidden displays of the iconic children’s book character arranged at 24 businesses in the Arroyo Grande Village. The free family-friendly competition runs through Sunday, July 28.

Anyone who would like to participate can pick up a stamp card at Monarch Books that contains the names of the 24 featured businesses. At each spot, Waldo seekers can get their stamp signed by someone on behalf of the business after finding the character.

Participants who collect 20 or more stamps or signatures will have the opportunity to enter a grand prize drawing to win Where’s Waldo books and other prizes. The drawing will be held at Monarch Books on Sunday, July 28, at 3 p.m.

In press materials, Monarch Books owner Taneesha Regez described the contest as “a fantastic way for families to spend time together while getting to know our local small businesses in the Village.”

Visit monarchbooks805.com for more info.

Five Cities Repair Café fixes damaged cameras, jewelry, clothing, and more

With a focus on waste prevention and saving repairable items from ending up in a landfill, Five Cities Repair Café is a group of savvy volunteers who regularly host free community events, including its next program at the Oceano Community Services District on Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Attendees of the event are welcome to bring in various items or appliances in need of repairs to be fixed for free. The group is used to repairing cameras, computers, phones, tablets, lamps, jewelry, clothing, toys, bikes, outdoor gear, and more.

According to the Five Cities Repair Café’s website, the local nonprofit hosted its inaugural event in Grover Beach in 2019. Through the Repair Café Foundation, there are more than 2,000 Repair Café initiatives worldwide.

The international foundation began in 2011 with Dutch organizer Martine Postma, who hosted the first Repair Café event of its kind in Amsterdam in 2009.

Postma started the movement in the lobby of her local cinema, where she and a group of handy neighbors set up events to fix broken items.

To find out more, visit repaircafe.org and repaircafe5cities.org. Admission to the upcoming Repair Café event in Oceano is free. The Oceano Community Services District is located at 1655 Front St., Oceano. ∆

—Caleb Wiseblood

BY SAMANTHA HERRERA

Small but mighty

Harmony Pottery Works

showcases more than 100 California artists

A2.5-acre town with 18 residents is likely to go unnoticed by those who aren’t exactly looking for it.

But the tiny town of Harmony is packed with great ice cream, yummy co ee, and most importantly, beautiful art, right o Highway 1 between Cayucos and Cambria.

Settling in Harmony long before it was actually Harmony, John Schoenstein opened Harmony Pottery Works in 1973 after seeing an ad for a building in the middle of nowhere. But the ad was in SLO County in a spot that was only a few minutes from the beach—plus the land was beautiful, so the decision to move was an easy one for Schoenstein.

“I started the business down in Southern California, actually, and I knew this guy and we were both students at Cal Poly Pomona and after we graduated, we decided to start this business,” he told New Times. “It was more of a wholesale business, then we could ship all over the country. We heard about Harmony being available, so we moved the whole business up here because it didn’t really matter where we were to ship from.”

e building was a two-story barn, which was surprisingly perfect for a pottery gallery. Upstairs contains storage, and the open interior of the barn is a sweet spot to showcase artists’ work.

But the advertised middle-of-nowhere rang true. When Schoenstein and his business partner laid roots in town, the only thing keeping them company were some abandoned creamery buildings until a couple of guys bought 2.5 acres from the California Creamery Operators Association and built the town up around the pottery studio.

“Once they bought the town, they just started renting out spaces to shops and restaurants and things like that,” he said. “ ey also started a wedding chapel, and there’s been about 10 restaurants in the corner building of town, but there’s nothing in there now.”

After the town started to take form, Harmony turned out to be a pretty little pit stop for

Art and nature Harmony Pottery Works is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 2191 Creamery Road, Harmony.

travelers. Schoenstein noticed a rise in foot tra c through his studio and decided to change from wholesale to retail and focus on selling work from California artists.

“I was making pottery for the rst 25 years, but I don’t do that anymore. It took time, but there’s about 100 di erent people’s work I’m now selling, and it comes from all over,” he said. “Some of them I’ve been selling for 35 to 40 years.”

Schoenstein’s studio could be considered rare as he sells a variety of di erent items for seemingly no reason or rhyme. From Mexican tile designs to a ceramic sushi plate, as long as an artist has good, clean work and sells it for a fair price, then he’ll showcase it in his studio.

“I try to nd things that are kind of unique like that, something di erent. It’s hard to just sell a plain bowl or plate,” he said. “Also, it’s kind of interesting going to di erent potter studios and how they do things.”

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Working with artists from SLO, Santa Barbara, and Santa Cruz counties, Schoenstein views art as a labor of love and doesn’t like to leave precious goods in the hands of delivery services that might man-handle them. Instead, he either

drives to the studios or meets them halfway. Open seven days a week, those who visit likely won’t see much of Schoenstein, as he’s usually in the back of the barn organizing art. Instead, they’ll get the chance to meet his niece, Emily Dobie, who told New Times she’s pretty much the shop’s uno cial manager, given it’s just her and her uncle working there.

Although not an artist herself, Dobie said growing up around artists let her learn to appreciate the skill.

“It’s great working here; it’s fun because everyone’s generally in a great mood because they’re on vacation so it’s always a pleasant place to be,” she said. ∆

Reach Sta Writer Samantha Herrera at sherrera@newtimesslo.com.

WITHOUT THE SOY SAUCE A unique white and gold plate with four kinds of glass sushi is the one and only for sale at Harmony Pottery Works.

ONE Harmony Pottery Works owner John Schoenstein prides himself

selling well-done California art and likes to show off unique pieces such as these two-for-one bowl and plate combo dishes.

HONOR THE DEAD Dozens of Mexican-style mosaics welcome visitors to Harmony Pottery Works. They range in designs and colors.

PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA HERRERA

Master of disguise

nspired by a true story, co-writer/director Richard Linklater’s Hit Man follows Gary Johnson (Glen Powell), a college professor by day and undercover mole for the New Orleans police by night. Disguised as a hit man, Johnson gets assigned to entrap various suspects looking to employ him as a contract killer. (115 min.)

HIT MAN

What’s it rated? R

What’s it worth, Caleb? Full price

What’s it worth, Bulbul? Full price

Where’s it showing? Netflix

Editor’s note: Regular reviewers Glen and Anna Starkey took this week o from Split Screen.

Sat-Sun: 1:00, 4:00, 7:00 • Mon: 7:00

SCANNERS (R) Sat: 9:45 • Sun: 7:00

KING OF HEARTS (NR) Mon, Weds-Thurs: 4:15, 7:00

RUSHMORE (R) Weds-Thurs: 4:15, 7:00 GHOSTLIGHT (R) Fri: 4:15, 7:00 • Sat-Sun: 1:15, 4:15 • Mon, Weds-Thurs: 4:15 THE DEAD DON'T HURT (R) Fri: 4:15 • Sat-Mon, Weds-Thurs: 7:00

THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU (R)  Fri Only! 4:15, 7:00

BARRY LYNDON (PG) Fri: 7:00 • Sat: 1:15, 7:00 • Sun: 1:15

THE BIG LEBOWSKI (R) Sat: 1:15, 4:15, 7:00, 9:30 Sun: 1:15, 4:15, 7:00 • Mon: 4:15, 7:00

PSYCHO (R) Sat: 9:30 • Sun: 7:00

WALTZ (PG) Mon, Weds-Thurs: 4:15, 7:00

ROCKET (R) Weds-Thurs: 4:15, 7:00

& Sat: 3:45pm & 7:00pm

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Caleb I don’t know how Hit Man fell under my radar. My TikTok feed doesn’t throw a lot of Glen Powell content my way, but I’m surprised my algorithm didn’t put me on some kind of lm junkie list to alert me of director Richard Linklater’s latest project and get-ready-with-me routines. Like so many of Linklater’s movies, Hit Man shows he’s a chameleon lmmaker. Between his comedies (Dazed and Confused, School of Rock), dramas (Before Sunrise, Boyhood ), and unnerving thrillers (Tape, A Scanner Darkly), he’s undeniably versatile. I had no idea Hit Man was his until the end credits. He co-wrote the lm with its heartthrob star, Powell, who seems to be having the time of his life playing a college professor who moonlights as an undercover contractor for the New Orleans police. During sting operations, Gary Johnson (Powell) pretends to be a hit man and tricks suspects into hiring him, while garnering confessions and payment from them to ensure their swift arrests. With each suspect, Johnson switches up his appearance—with an array of wigs and fake teeth—and mannerisms, partly in a way to cater to the person he’s targeting. Sometimes he’s a suave badass in a leather jacket, other times he’s a pool boy with a mullet. Inspired by a nearly stranger-thanction true story, Hit Man is quite a ride that not only made me laugh a lot but had me at the edge of my seat at times too.

Bulbul Not to be confused with the very di erent Hit Man (2007) starring Timothy Olyphant in a bald cap, Powell’s slickedback blond version emerges as the superior of the two. It’s got all the makings of a summer blockbuster even though it went straight to Net ix. Perhaps the makers of this movie wanted to play it safe with Bad Boys: Ride or Die raking in the moolah in

SEX AND THE CITY

What’s it rated? TV-MA

When? 1998-2004

Where’s it showing? Netflix

After years of people recommending the show and not knowing the answer when I was asked whether I was a Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, or Miranda, I finally decided to hop on the train and watch the 25-year-old HBO series Sex and the City Now on season 5 after only a few months of watching the show, completely understand why people say it’s iconic and (somewhat) timeless. Launched in 1998 and based off the book by Candace Bushnell, the series follows Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker), a sex columnist, and her three friends—Samantha (Kim Cattrall), Charlotte (Kristin Davis), and Miranda (Cynthia Nixon)—as they navigate

theaters. It’s fun seeing Powell ex his acting chops as he assumes each persona to trap New Orleans’ more violent denizens. Even though his default personality is of nerdy loner Gary Johnson, that character appears to be a ludicrous bit as well. e suave, conventionally attractive Powell takes center stage when he breaks protocol to dissuade a mysterious client Madison Figueroa Masters (Adria Arjona) from killing her abusive husband. What ensues is a rom-com-thriller that’s a juggling act of false identities. It made me want to read Skip Hollandsworth’s Hit Man article on the real Gary Johnson for Texas Monthly, just to see how true to life the movie is.

Caleb is isn’t Linklater’s rst rodeo when it comes to adapting Hollandsworth’s work. Another of the journalist’s true crime articles inspired the dark comedy Bernie (2011), which Hollandsworth also co-wrote the screenplay for with Linklater. Powell’s been a recurring actor in Linklater’s lms over the years, since his role as Steve in 2006’s Fast Food Nation Hit Man marks their rst collaboration as writing partners though, and I hope it’s the rst of many. It’s an absolute blast thanks to its clever script and kinetic cast. Walking Dead fans will recognize Austin Amelio as Jasper, a rival

being single and dating in their 30s in New York City. From the impeccable fashion and setting to the clever writing and humor, it’s easy to fall in love with the show after the first episode alone. The women each navigate relationships, marriage, cheating, sex, breakups, and onenight stands, but they always come back together at the end of the day. Every once and a while you can see the show’s age—particularly around the women’s discussions about gay women and bisexual people—but most episodes feel like they could happen today. My favorite part is that it’s centered on the women’s friendship, support, and love for one another. It’s definitely a show I’d come back to for comfort, bouncing around again from season to season. (six seasons, approx. 30-min episodes)

—Taylor O’Connor

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MONK

What’s it rated? TV-PG

When? 2002-2009

undercover agent who loses his mole role to Johnson due to alcoholism and a brutal incident of excessive force. He nds a slimy opportunity to swindle his way back in though after unraveling a real murder case he suspects Johnson may be a key player in. Bulbul Hit Man the movie de nitely takes some creative liberties to maintain an upbeat entertaining feel throughout. Hollandsworth’s account is a bit more grim. I did feel like the creators already had their picturesque ending in mind while they were adapting the article. It appeared rushed, and there are de nitely some loose ends that were brushed o . But Hit Man seemed aware of this, with Johnson throwing in a line about how he and his new lover will eventually ease out the kinks of a job halfdone as the opportunity presents itself. It’s an updated Bonnie and Clyde, and I probably shouldn’t overthink a feel-good summer action (ish?) ick. Bring out your backyard projector or gather your friends around a TV. Hit Man is best enjoyed with cool company and chilled drinks on a balmy night. ∆

Sta Writer Bulbul Rajagopal and Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood lled in for Glen and Anna Starkey this week. Email your thoughts to gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

Where’s it showing? Netflix

Nearly crippled by the loss of his wife and his OCD coping mechanisms, detective Adrian Monk (Tony Shalhoub) keeps busy as a consultant for his former commanding officer, Capt. Leland Stottlemeyer (Ted Levine), at the San Francisco Police Department, solving otherwise unsolvable crimes. Monk’s obsessive-compulsive tendencies give him a near Sherlock Holmes-level of attention to detail, which works exceptionally well on the crime scenes, and not so well everywhere else. Fortunately, he’s got the help of his nurse/assistant Sharona

Fleming (Bitty Schram) in the first three seasons and Natalie Teeger (Traylor Howard) in the rest of the series. He’s also got the ongoing counsel of his therapist, Charles Kroger (Stanley Kamel) in the first six seasons and then Neven Bell (Hector Elizondo) for the last two seasons. I’m only in the third season of this beloved comedy-drama mystery series, and it’s a light and fun evening watch. For fans of more current production levels and intense mysteries or police procedurals (myself included), Monk is a little soft on the mysteries, but what it lacks in intensity it makes up in charm. It’s easy to see why Shalhoub won three Best Comedy Actor Emmy Awards— he’s endearing and captivating as Monk, who’s haunted by the unsolved mystery of his wife’s death, dogged by his inability to get back on the police force, and propelled to solve crimes that Stottlemeyer can’t pin down. And the odd-couple relationship between him and Sharona is both hilarious and touching. (eight seasons, approx. 45-min episodes) ∆

—Andrea Rooks

FATAL ATTRACTION An undercover mole (Glen Powell, left) pretending to be a hit man gets dangerously close to a client (Adria Arjona, right) who hires him to kill her husband, in Netflix’s Hit Man

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Music

BY GLEN STARKEY

Drink deep

Immerse yourself in Rising Appalachia

When growing up singing together, two voices can become so intimately entwined they can almost become one. Such is the case with sisters Leah Song and Chloe Smith, whose Americana and world folk ensemble Rising Appalachia features the most amazing vocal harmonies you’ve ever heard. They’re just stunning together.

Based in Atlanta, the ensemble’s music is rooted in their home turf—the Blue Ridge Mountains of Appalachia, New Orleans, and the gritty highways and byways of the deep South. It earns its world folk title with instrumentation such as banjos, fiddles, djembe, balafon, congas, tablas, kalimbas, beatbox, and didgeridoo.

Blending folk traditions with contemporary themes, the sisters’ music is aided by a bevy of supporting musicians: core members David Brown (upright bass, baritone guitar), Duncan Wickle (fiddle, cello), and Biko Casini (drums and world percussion), plus a host of special guests.

“Eschewing established industry norms, Leah, Chloe, and their team have followed the invitation to intuitively and independently forge their own path,” their bio explains. “Fifteen years and seven studio albums into an ambitious adventure that has already taken these medicine women around the world, Rising Appalachia continues spreading musical catharsis with an iridescent elixir of global soul.”

Good Medicine, Numbskull, and Luv Lab present Rising Appalachia: A Celebration of Sun at Big Sur’s Treebones Resort on Friday, June 21 (5 p.m.; all ages; $60 at goodmedicinepresents.com).

Numbskull and Good Medicine also present Texas heroes The Randy Rogers Band at BarrelHouse Brewing on Friday, June 21 (6 p.m.; all ages; $30 at goodmedicinepresents.com). Founded in San Marcos, Texas, 20-plus years ago, they went from regional sensations to worldwide stars, with nine studio albums, global streaming numbers in the hundreds of millions, and a reputation to deliver barn-burning live performances.

All-female Black Sabbath tribute act Mistress of Reality plays a Numbskull and

Good Medicine show on Saturday, June 22, in Club Car Bar (8 p.m.; all ages; $15 at goodmedicinepresents.com). “The ladies pay tribute to both Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osborne’s solo career,” according to their bio. “They perform his classic hits such as ‘Crazy Train,’ ‘I Don’t Know,’ and ‘Flying High Again.’ A Mistress of Reality show promises to deliver a big rock arena feel with the energy of true ‘Girl Power’ that will have everyone on their feet!”

Piedmont, California-based punk rockers SWMRS play on Monday, June 24, at Club Car Bar (7 p.m.; all ages; $20 presale at goodmedicinepresents.com or $23 day of show). Originally formed by Cole Becker and Joey Armstrong after they watched the 2003 Jack Black film School of Rock, the band now features Cole and his brothers Max and Cade Becker. Lost Cat opens.

Oregon based singer-songwriter Anna Tivel plays Tuesday, June 25, at Club Car Bar (7 p.m.; all ages; $20 at goodmedicinepresents.com). She’s touring in support of her newest album, Outsiders. Sam Weber opens.

The Siren

Kelly Ogden and Luis Cabezas, friends since the eighth grade, recall vividly when they formed their band The Dollyrots. They were watching the 2000 presidential election results, and at 4 a.m. they learned George W. Bush had won. Assuming the world as they knew it was now ending, they figured, why not start a band? The Dollyrots were born, delivering punk energy and bubblegum pop hooks. See them with Go Betty Go! on Friday, June 21 (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; $20 at tixr.com). Thanks, Dubya!

ZZ Top tribute band Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers with local rock cover act The Backpages Band play on Saturday, June 23 (6:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; $15 at tixr.com). Expect ZZ hits like “La Grange,” “Waitin’ for the Bus,” “Tush,” and more.

AC/DC and Bon Scott tribute band Herway to Hell plays on Thursday, June 27 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $20 at tixr.com). We’re talking about an all-female hard-rocking tribute act fronted by Madame Ozzy of Mistress of Reality that pays homage to both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras. “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap,” “Big Balls,” “High Voltage,” “Riff Raff,” “Hells Bells”—this one’s going to rock.

Rod & Hammer Rock

SLO Brew Live and Rod & Hammer Rock have a very big week, starting with Mac Sabbath, a Black Sabbath heavy metal tribute band that uses lyrics and imagery centered on fast food. They play with Punk Rock Time Machine on Thursday, June 20 (doors at 7 p.m.; 18-and-older; $20 at ticketweb. com).

Country music sensation Breland returns on Friday, June 21 (doors at 7 p.m.; all ages;

$20 to $85 at ticketweb.com). His platinumcertified debut single “My Truck” put the New Jersey-bred singer-songwriter and producer on the musical map, with more than 1.1 billion career streams.

Conserve your energy because this Saturday, June 22, is going to be a long day starting with the Rod & Hammer Surf Block Party (noon to 7 p.m.; all ages; free) with music by the Katie Skene Band, Max MacLaury, Che Miller & The Stolen, Big Sierra, and Gypsy. Expect surf and clothing vendors, family fun, and surf food and drink specials.

Later that evening, reggae superstars Third World play (doors at 7 p.m.; all ages; $30 at ticketweb.com). Now celebrating their 47th year as a band, Third World is one of the longest-lived reggae acts on the planet. The Jamaican crossover act mixes in R&B, funk, pop, rock, dancehall, and rap into their “reggae-fusion” sound. The nine-time Grammy nominees have enjoyed massive hits such as “Now That We Found Love,” ”96 Degrees in the Shade,” and “Try Jah Love.” Roots, rock, and reggae up and comer Kumar opens the show

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HERE COMES THE SUN Good Medicine, Numbskull, and Luv Lab present Rising Appalachia: A Celebration of Sun at Big Sur’s Treebones Resort on June 21

COWBOY UP The Randy Rogers Band plays Good Medicine and Numbskull show at BarrelHouse Brewing on June 21

COURTESY PHOTO BY PETER ZAVADIL

MCMETAL Self-proclaimed “drive-thru metal” act Mac Sabbath brings their fast-food-inspired rock to Rod & Hammer Rock on June 20.

COURTESY PHOTO BY JEREMY SAFFER

POWER DUO Pop punk act The Dollyrots plays The Siren on June 21

COURTESY PHOTO BY JEN ROSENSTEIN

Enjoy genre-spanning music from local and touring artists from our Courtyard Bandstand!

Fremont Theater

Daniel Balderrama Espinoza has a good mom. When Danny turned 7, she made him sing in the church choir community where he learned to play the guitar. By the time he was 16, DannyLux signed a contract with VPS Music. In 2021, his first album dropped, Las Dos Caras Del Amor, with its hit song “El Dueño de Tu Amor.”

The Palm Springs-born Mexican American alt-sierreño singer-songwriter recently released his fourth studio album, DLUX, with Warner Music Latina and VPS Music. It debuted at No. 4 on the Top Albums— Latin Music chart in the U.S. and No. 7 on the Top Album Debut Global chart.

act The Cliffnotes play a Summer Solstice Sunset Cocktail Party at Mulligan’s in Avila Beach this Friday, June 21 (5 to 7 p.m.; all ages; free). Drinks and food, a fabulous sunset, and a wide-open grass dancefloor await.

The Jazz Vespers Concert Series returns with the Rich Severson B3 Organ Trio to the historic sanctuary at SLO’s First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 23 (4 p.m.; all ages; free though donations are welcome). Severson, a full-time professional guitarist and educator for more than 35 years, will be joined by Marshall Gentry on Hammond B3 organ and Gary Newmark on drums.

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See DannyLux on Saturday, June 22 (8 p.m.; all ages; $35 at prekindle.com).

More music …

Concerts in the Plaza returns on Friday, June 21, opening with singer-songwriter Jineanne Coderre at 5 p.m. followed by indie-rock headliner Manuel the Band at 6 p.m. until 8 (all ages; free). This beloved community event draws hundreds to Mission Plaza Friday evenings throughout the summer. You can find the complete lineup at downtownslo.com/events/concerts.

New Orleans-flavored boogie blues and rock

Vina Robles Amphitheatre … comedy night

Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias does his stand-up thing on Friday, June 21 (8 p.m.; all ages; $45 to $99.50 at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com).

According to press materials, “He recently became the second highest grossing touring comedian and is one of the most watched comedians on YouTube with over 1.1 billion views and over 25 million fans on social media.”

His DVDs include Gabriel Iglesias: Aloha Fluffy, Hot & Fluffy, and I’m Not Fat ... I’m Fluffy, which have sold millions of copies. ∆

Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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ICONS Reggae stars Third World play a ticketed event at Rod & Hammer Rock on June 22 , following the free day-long Surf Block Party.

IMAGE COURTESY OF THIRD WORLD

CROONER D-LUX

Mexican American alt-sierreño singersongwriter DannyLux plays the Fremont Theater on June 22

PHOTO COURTESY OF GOOD VIBEZ

Flavor

BY BULBUL

Sensory feast

Women Making Waves unites Breda SLO and gay rights advocate Donna Cruciani for a Pride-themed chocolate workshop

Looking for a more tight-knit way to celebrate Pride Month this year? Try a chocolate-making workshop that advocates for inclusivity.

“This month is going to be extra special because it’s going to be Pride themed,” said San Luis Obispo pastry chef Florencia Breda of Breda Pasticceria e Cioccolateria, aka Breda SLO. “Some of the proceeds this time are going to be given to the Gala [Pride and Diversity] Center, which is very, very important.”

For two hours on June 24, Breda and her sous chef Jessica Garcia will teach a group of roughly 35 people how to temper chocolate, hand paint the shells, and fill them up—Breda SLO style. This is the first themed workshop for the 2-year-old chocolate and pastry shop, and the chefs will demonstrate the art of chocolate making using the rainbow colors of the Pride flag. The workshop will take place in the private section of Peruvian restaurant Mistura located in the Creamery Marketplace.

School’s in session

Breda SLO will host a chocolate-making workshop inside Mistura at 570 Higuera St., suite 105, in the Creamery Marketplace on June 24 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. It follows a presentation by queer rights activist Donna Cruciani. Grab tickets for the Women Making Waves event at my805tix.com/e/treatyoself-2.

“It’s really a blank canvas to them, so they can free their creativity and paint whatever they want,” Breda told New Times on June 14.

Breda’s Pride workshop returns to its roots with the help of women-centric events platform Women Making Waves. Founded in 2019 by Tyler Skinner, Women Making Waves co-creates and hosts in-person events that highlight women from a diverse set of industries. In 2023, the group helped member Breda organize her first chocolatemaking workshop called Treat Yo’ Self. The chocolatier and the female-focused group joined hands again a few months ago to organize the Pride version of the

workshop. With 10 people signed up as of June 14, Breda and Skinner have space for more participants.

“I think these events create intimate experiences,” Skinner said. “I think with food, they’re laughing [together] and sharing their personal journeys. We’re doing one activity that unites.”

Skinner is looking forward to making chocolates with Breda. She has a soft spot for her guava-filled chocolates and lavender lemon sweets.

“I always ask her to select her favorites or whatever she’s feeling in that moment,” Skinner said. “It makes me feel good because I know it’s something special for her.”

While chocolate enthusiasts of all skill levels can participate in Breda’s workshop, her treats are anything but amateur. Every three days, she and her sous chef produce a couple thousand pieces of intricately crafted chocolates that are not only served at the shared space in Mistura, but also delivered to restaurants around the county, including Hotel SLO, Mirazur in Los Osos, Lunada in Cayucos, and Etto Pasta Bar in Paso Robles.

These delicacies are miniature but pack a big punch. A glass counter in Mistura displays the little chocolate bites

in a multitude of forms—bright yellow pineapples, red gift boxes complete with bows, geometric hearts, dark purple mounds splattered with galaxy patterns, and adorable spotted ladybirds. They’re almost too beautiful to eat.

Breda takes advantage of seasonal offerings in her desserts. The sweets produced in the June workshop will feature fruity flavors along with the traditional milk and dark chocolate ganache fillings. Equipped with their own workstation, tools, and generous pours of Italian wines, her workshop students will learn how to create galaxy-style chocolates that are filled with a chili-infused mango concoction. They’ll be part of the 20 chocolates the students get to make and bring home.

Trained under renowned Italian chef Vincenzo Guarino and esteemed Puerto Rican pastry chef Antonio Bachour, Breda pinpointed the inspiration behind her chocolates to her upbringing in Veneto, Italy.

“There is an island in Venice that is called Murano where glass blowing was born,” she said. “Each piece of glass blown is what gives me inspiration for the chocolate.”

FULL CIRCLE Women Making Waves founder Tyler Skinner (lower center) celebrates the end of Breda SLO’s first chocolate-making workshop last year with the chocolatier and members of her events group.

PHOTO COURTESY OF TYLER SKINNER

HOME GROWN TALENT Breda SLO chocolatier Florencia Breda pinpointed the inspiration behind her intricate chocolate-making style to the art of glass blowing that originated in the Italian island of Murano near her home city Veneto.

Through a condensed format, Breda will teach students how to achieve the appropriate shine and snap on their Valrhona chocolates that resemble the properties of glass.

The chocolate-making workshop will also include other members of the LGBTQ-plus community and Women Making Waves. Prior to Breda’s class, queer rights advocate Donna Cruciani will give a presentation about the difficulties around coming out and receiving adequate support from the community.

“Some of my speech is about coming out and … being outed actually at work back in 1985,” Cruciani said. “I was basically left alone in my desperation. That event made me say that I was going to change the culture back at PPL in Pennsylvania where I worked.”

Cruciani went on to create the business resource group FUSE for the Pennsylvania natural gas distribution company PPL. It’s dedicated to promoting workplace equality and supporting the LGBTQ-plus community. For the past four years, she’s called Paso Robles home and is a member of Women Making Waves.

“I would love to get involved in some groups locally in Paso Robles and Atascadero,” she said. “It’s a shame in 2024 that we’re still fighting.”

Breda, who is also a member of the LGBTQ-plus community, said that organizing the Pride workshop moved her to start donating the proceeds from every monthly workshop to local resource groups like Lumina Alliance.

“It’s good to invite people to know that we are supporting, especially in San Luis Obispo, which is absolutely beautiful as a community in supporting the LGBTQ

chocolates look and taste beautiful. Students of a Pride-themed chocolate-making workshop will get to take home a box of 20 rainbowcolored chocolates that they whipped up.

community,” she said. “I’m very happy Women Making Waves came, and I’m always going to support when I can.”

Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal remains mesmerized by Breda SLO’s chocolates. Shield her eyes from their sheen at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.

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YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED JULY 20, 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. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded August 4, 2006 as Document No.: 2006055224 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by: Jorge Gutierrez and Marta Aguirre; as husband and wife, as Trustor, will be sold AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for cash (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). 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, and as more fully described in the above referenced deed of trust. Sale Date: August 6, 2024 Sale Time: 11:00 AM Sale Location: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 File No.:23-07209CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 360 Mars Ct, Nipomo (Unincorporated Area), CA 93444. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, towit: $47,552.21 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. 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

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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) 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 23-07209CA. 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 (916) 939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 23-07209CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. File No.:23-07209CA 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. For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www. nationwideposting.com or Call: (916) 939-0772. Dated: June 7, 2024 By: Omar Solorzano Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290-7452

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06/20/2024, 06/27/2024, 07/04/2024

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-0910 (04/01/2024)

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The following person is doing business as: MAURICIO, 9225 N River Rd, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. Mauricio Najera-Vazquez (9225 N River Rd, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by an Individual, Mauricio Najera-Vazquez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-31-24. 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. 05-31-29. June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2024.

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO 2024-1076 (01/15/2023)

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The following person is doing business as JVF CONSTRUCTION, 965 Branch Mill Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Jon Vladimir Froloff (965 Branch Mill Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jon Vladimir Froloff. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-16-24. 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. 05-16-29. May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-0896 (04/22/2024)

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The following person is doing business as NATE’S 48 PLUMBING, 202 Monte Cristo, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Nathan Benjamin Heaston (475 High St, San Luis Obispo, California 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nathan Benjamin Heaston. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 4-22-24. 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. 04-22-29. June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024.

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-0905 (04/23/2024)

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The following person is doing business as TOP NOTCH PHYSICAL THERAPY, 3271 S. Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Suzanne Kritz Physical Therapy Inc. (39407 PMB402 Broad Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). State of California. This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Suzanne Kritz Physical Therapy Inc, Suzanne Kritz, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-23-24 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. 04-23-29. May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024

The following person is doing business as MORRO MERMAIDS, 2440 Greenwood Ave, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. The Artisan Goods, LLC (630 Quintana Road #182, Morro Bay, CA 93442, California). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ The Artisan Goods LLC. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-24-24. 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. 04-24-29.

May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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The following person is doing business as: O’BRIEN DESIGN CONSTRUCTION, 1115 14th St, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Christopher O’ Brien (1115 14th St, Los Osos, CA 93402.) This business is conducted by an Individual, Christopher O’Brien. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-25-25. 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. 4-25-29.

May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0916 (04/21/2024)

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The following person is doing business as FAE’S BAKERY, 881 Alina Ln, Nipomo, CA 93444 San Luis Obispo County. Lelaina Gannon (881 Alina Ln, Nipomo, CA 93444 ). State of California. This business is conducted by An Individual, Lelaina Gannon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-25-24. 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. 04-25-29.

May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0942 (N/A)

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The following person is doing business as SUNSHINE AND ALCHEMY, 2539 Broad Street, Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Aisha Rae Arebalo-Todd (2539 Broad Street, Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aisha Rae Arebalo-Todd. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-26-24. 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. 04-26-29. May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0997 (05/01/2024)

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The following person is doing business as HAPPY HILL WOODWORKS, BORDA MORTGAGE. 743 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Jason Borda (411 Weymouth St, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jason Borda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-07-24. 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. 05-07-29.

May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-1016 (N/A) New Filing

The following person is doing business as DEVIL DOC GUNSMITHING, 765 Mesa View Dr Spc 47, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, San Luis Obispo County. Robert Nori Brennan (765 Mesa View Dr Spc 47, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert Nori Brennan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-09-24. 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. 05-09-29.

May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-1025

(05/09/2024)

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The following person is doing business as COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE, 273 Tank Farm Road. Suite B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Complete Automotive SLO Inc. (273 Tank Farm Road. Suite B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). State of California. This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Complete Automotive SLO Inc., Brian M. Archer, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-10-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Steddum, Deputy. Exp. 0510-29.

June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-1026 (05/01/2024)

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The following person is doing business as MY SERENITY NOW, 407 Victory Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Lauren Frances Blagui (791 Price St, #328, Pismo Beach California Bechir Blagui (791 Price St, #328, Pismo Beach California 93449-2529) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Lauren Frances Blagui Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-10-24. 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. 05-10-29.

May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-1028 (N/A)

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The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST TOUCH UP, 735 Rosebay Way, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Anderson (735 Rosebay Way, Templeton, CA 93465) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matthew Anderson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0510-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Steddum, Deputy. Exp. 05-10-29. May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-1029 (01/09/2024)

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The following person is doing business as ERNEST, 1150 Laurel Ln, Ste 184, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SLO Packaging (5777 Smithway Street, Commerce, CA 90040). State of California. This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SLO Packaging, Timothy Wilson, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-10-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Steddum, Deputy. Exp. 05-10-29. May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-1031 (N/A)

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The following person is doing business as CALIFORNIA REFRESH CLEANING SERVICES, 1410 Galleon Way Apt 4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. California Refresh Cleaning Services LLC (1410 Galleon Way Apt 4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. State of California. This business is conducted by California Refresh Cleaning Services LLC, Oscar Mata-Enriquez, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Luis Obispo on 05-13-24. 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. 5-13-29. May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2024.

The City of Grover Beach is requesting quotes from qualified Contractors to relocate an existing crosswalk on North 8th Street. QUOTES WILL BE CONSIDERED IF RECEIVED BY 2:00 P.M. ON THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2024.

NORTH 8th STREET CROSSWALK RELOCATION

General Scope of Work: Removal of two existing curb ramps and one existing striped cross walk and construction of two new curb ramps and one new cross walk on North 8th Street near Grover Heights Elementary School as indicated in the quote document available on the City’s website as indicated below.

Conditions of Submitting a Quote: Quotes are required for the entire Work described.

The Contractor shall possess a Class A OR C8 license at the time this Contract is awarded through Contract acceptance (Public Contract Code Section 10164).

The Contractor and all subcontractors will be required to obtain a City of Grover Beach Business Tax Certificate at the time the Contract is awarded.

This Contract is subject to state contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code, Section 12990.

Notice to Contractor and Proposal Form may be inspected at the Public Works Office in Grover Beach, California, and copies of said documents may be obtained on the City’s website: https:// www.groverbeach.org/bids.aspx. No quote will be received unless it is made on a Proposal Form furnished by the City per the instructions in the request for quotes.

Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county, or counties, in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project available from the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Internet web site at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/PWD/. Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in the general prevailing wage rates. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5, no contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal or be awarded a contract for public work on public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations.

Constructors shall contact the City of Grover Beach Department of Public Works office at (805) 473-4530 the day prior to due date to obtain any addenda information. Submittal of a signed quote shall be evidence that the Contractor has obtained this information and that the quote is based on any changes contained therein.

Inquiries: Inquiries shall be submitted in writing via e-mail to the City of Grover Beach, Public Works Department, at: PublicWorks@groverbeach.org. Write “North 8th Stret Crosswalk Relocation” in the email subject line. The cutoff time that the City will accept bidder’s inquiries is 5:00 p.m. on the fifth business day prior to the bid opening date. Do not count the bid opening date when counting the days. The City will respond to inquiries via an addendum. Any such inquiries, submitted after the cutoff time of receiving bidder’s inquiries, will not be treated as a bid protest.

Quote Submittal Instructions: On the outside of the envelope the Contractor shall indicate the following:

1. Name and Address of Contractor

2. Name of project on which quote is submitted 3. Date and time of quote is due

The right is reserved by the City of Grover Beach to reject any or all quotes, to evaluate the quotes submitted, and award the Contract to the lowest responsible quote. The City further reserves the right to waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the quote. No contractor may withdraw their quote for a period of sixty (60) working days after the date set for the opening thereof.

Dated this 20th day of June 2024 at the City of Grover Beach, California. City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA

Gregory A. Ray, P.E.

Public Works Director/City Engineer

Legal Ad Published: The New Times: Thursdays, June 20 & June 27, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

BARBARA DE WITT CLARKE DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0173

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: BARBARA DE WITT CLARKE

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CAROLINE MARIE MURPHY in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CAROLINE MARIE MURPHY 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: July 16, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in 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.

Petitioner: Caroline Marie Murphy

3626 Markridge Rd. Glendale, CA 91214

818-306-3697

June 6, 13, & 20, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

BENJAMIN E. THOMPSON

DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0184

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of:

BENJAMIN E. THOMPSON

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CLARA THOMPSON AND EDWARD THOMPSON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CLARA THOMPSON AND EDWARD THOMPSON 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: July 2, 2024, at 9:02 a.m. in Dept.: SLO4 in at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm 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: Mario A. Juarez, Esq. Juarez, Adam & Farley, LLP

625 E. Chapel St. Santa Maria, CA 93454

805-922-4553

June 6, 13, & 20, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

CHRISTOPHER C. CHAVEZ DECEDENT

CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0182

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: CHRISTOPHER C. CHAVEZ

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LISSA CHAVEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LISSA CHAVEZ 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: July 2, 2024, at 9:02 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in 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: Brighton K. Hushing-Kline Hushing Law

P.O. Box 1980

Atascadero, CA 93423

805-466-6644

June 6, 13, & 20, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: GRACE CACABELOS RACHO DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0190

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: GRACE CACABELOS RACHO

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GEYZEL PEREZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that GEYZEL PEREZ 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: July 23, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in 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: Crista Hermance

4476 Market Street, Suite 602 Ventura, CA 93003

805-518-9633

June 20, 27, & July 4, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STEPHEN JENSEN DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0186

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: STEPHEN JENSEN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LAUREN E. BUTTERFIELD in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LAUREN E. 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: July 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm 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: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law

215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465

805-434-2138

June 13, 20, & 27, 2024

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

TS No. CA-24-973556CL Order No.: 2415758CAD

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/27/2006. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, 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): JOHN F. MACK AND PAULA L. RENNER Recorded: 3/14/2006 as Instrument No. 2006017492 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California; Date of Sale: 7/2/2024 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $85,126.01 The purported property address is: 1501 LOGANBERRY AVE, ARROYO GRANDE, CA 934206723 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 077-122-029 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 916-939-0772 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-24-973556-CL. 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 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-24-973556-CL to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. 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. 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: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-24-973556-CL IDSPub #0202592 6/6/2024 6/13/2024 6/20/2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24CV0190

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Rafael Aguirre Ortiz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Rafael Aguirre Ortiz, to PROPOSED NAME: Ralph Ortiz.

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 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: July 10, 2024, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 4 , in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: May 24, 2024. /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court. June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24CV0329 To all interested persons: Petitioner: PETITION OF (name of each petitioner): Janet Kabboush and Hayan Ramadan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Kinan Ramadan, Russel Ramadan, to PROPOSED NAME: Kinan issa, Russel issa.

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 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: July 10, 2024, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 4 , in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: May 21, 2024. /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court. June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2024.

Mid-State Fair

The San Luis Obispo City Council invites all interested persons to attend a public hearing on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Meetings may be viewed remotely on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at www. youtube.com/CityofSanLuisObispo. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to emailcouncil@slocity.org.

PUBLIC HEARING ITEM:

• The City Council will hold a public hearing to review and consider approving the Cost of Service Fee Study, which was prepared to inform a proposed update of Citywide User and Regulatory Fees. The City’s User Fee Cost Recovery policy calls for the City to review and update service charges on an ongoing basis to ensure that they keep pace with changes in the cost-of-living and changes in methods or levels of service delivery.

For more information, contact Debbie Malicoat, Deputy Director of Finance/Controller for the City’s Finance Department at (805) 781-7127 or by email, dmalicoat@slocity.org.

The City Council may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the items listed above. If you challenge the proposed project 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 City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Council Agenda Reports for this meeting will be available for review one week in advance of the meeting date on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web page: https://www.slocity. org/government/mayor-and-city-council/agendasand-minutes. Please call the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 781-7114 for more information. 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.

June 20, 2024

OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Grover Beach will conduct a Public Hearing on TUESDAY, July 2, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. or soon thereafter in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach for the following:

Development Application 23-46

Applicant – John Hodges

A request for a Development Permit to establish an 1,860 square foot second-floor expansion within an existing building located in the Industrial Zone. The project includes a 23% parking reduction to reduce the required parking from 11 to 8 spaces, and a Modification to Standards to reduce the required landscaping area from 5% to 3%,. The project is located at 1091 Highland Way (APN 060-546-033). The project is categorically exempt from environmental review.

Development Application 24-06

Applicant – Cody McLaughlin

A request for a Use Permit to construct a new 2,420 square-foot two-story residential structure on a developed commercial lot within the Central Business Open zone. The site is located at 192 N. 11th Street (APN 060-237-015).The project is categorically exempt from environmental review.

Development Application 24-27

Applicant – Michael and Rose Morosin

A request for a one-year Time Extension for Development Application 21-49, for a Development Permit and Use Permit to construct a 12,640 square-foot industrial building with potential future commercial cannabis uses within the Industrial zone. The project site is located at 1073 Huston Street (APN 060-546-007). The proposed project received a Class 32 exemption for In-Fill Development.

Where You Come In: Any member of the public may appear at the meeting or call (805) 321-6639 during the meeting and be heard on the item(s) described in this notice or submit written comments prior to the meeting by personal delivery or mail to: Community Development Department, 154 South Eighth Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 or by email to comdev@groverbeach.org. If you require special accommodations to participate in the public hearing, please contact the City Clerk’s office at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting by calling (805) 473-4567. For More Information: If you have questions or would like more information regarding the item(s) described in this notice, please contact the Community Development Department by telephone at (805) 473-4520 or send an e-mail to comdev@groverbeach.org

The Planning Commission may also discuss other items of business at this meeting. The complete meeting agenda and staff reports will be posted on the City’s website at www.groverbeach.org

If you challenge the nature of the proposed actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing(s) described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. (Govt. Code Sec. 65009).

/s/ Nicole Retana, Deputy City Clerk

Secretary to Planning Commission

Publish: on Thursday, June 20, 2024

New Times

Post: on Thursday, June 20, 2024

Grover Beach City Hall

Project Sites

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING

NOTICE OF TENTATIVE ACTION / PUBLIC HEARING

WHO County of San Luis Obispo Planning Department Hearing

WHEN Friday, July 5, 2024 at 9:00 AM: All items are advertised for 9:00

AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at

WHAT

A request by Scott Grundfor for a Minor Use Permit (N-DRC2023-00007) to allow a single story 9,506 square-foot vehicle storage building. The vehicle storage building will be used as a private car storage facility and includes a 500 square-foot office space and a 912 square-foot storage area. The proposed project is within the Commercial Retail land use category and is located at 1900 Front Street in the Community of Oceano. The site is in the San Luis Bay Sub-area of the South County Planning Area.

Also to be considered is the determination that this project is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA.

County File Number: N-DRC2023-00007

Supervisorial District: District 4

Assessor Parcel Number(s): 062-118-012

Date Accepted: 5/28/2024

WHERE Virtual meeting via Zoom platform.

Instructions on how to view and participate in the meeting remotely and provide public comment will be included in the published meeting Agenda and are posted on the Department’s webpage at:

Planning Department Hearing - County of San Luis Obispo (ca. gov)

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 Elizabeth Moreno, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5600.

TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING

This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter. To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@co.slo.ca.us by 6/28/2024

at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on N-DRC2023-00007.”

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

Ysabel Eighmy, Secretary Planning Department Hearing June 20, 2024

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

SEALED BIDS will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, California, until 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 11, 2024 as determined by www.time.gov for performing work as follows: DIGESTER 1 DEMOLITION PROJECT

A mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Please meet promptly at 550 Frady Lane, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Bidders that do not attend this mandatory pre-bid meeting shall be disqualified from bidding on this project. Before submitting bids, Contractors shall be licensed in accordance with the Laws of the State of California. Accordingly, the successful Bidder shall possess a Class A, General Engineering, Contractor’s License and a C21, Demolition License at the time this contract is awarded

Project Plans and Specifications are available at the Engineering Division office located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449. A non-refundable fee of $55.00 per set will be charged. Electronic Plans and Specifications are available via email at no charge. Questions will be accepted in writing up to 96 hours before bid closing by emailing Daniel Contreras at dcontreras@pismobeach. org. Questions regarding bid procedure or other non-technical questions can be asked by emailing Erin Olsen at eolsen@ pismobeach.org or by calling (805) 773-4656.

ERICA INDERLIED CITY CLERK

June 13 & 20, 2024

NOTICE FIXING TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ARGUMENTS FOR OR AGAINST MEASURE H-24

Notice is hereby given that a General Municipal Election will be held in the City of San Luis Obispo on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, for the following Officers:

Mayor CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO NOTICE OF ELECTION

The nomination period for these offices begins on Monday, July 15, 2024 and closes on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

Any San Luis Obispo resident aged 18 or older who is registered to vote in the City of San Luis Obispo, eligible to take the oath of office, and unless otherwise specifically provided, qualified to vote for the office, can file nomination papers. If no one or only one person is nominated for an elective office, appointment to the elective office may be made as prescribed by Section 10229 of the Elections Code of the State of California.

Candidate resources are available on the City’s website under the Municipal Elections web page (https://www.slocity.org/government/municipalelections) or on the County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder’s website under the Elections and Voting web page (https://www.slocounty. ca.gov/Departments/Clerk-Recorder/All-Services/ Elections-and-Voting.aspx).

The City Clerk’s Office will host a group session with all candidates to review the Candidate Handbook and issue Nomination Papers on Monday, July 15, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. For more information or to make an appointment, which is required to issue Nomination Papers, contact the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 781-7114 or cityclerk@slocity.org.

The polls for the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election will be open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. June 20, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the County Clerk-Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, State of California, that at the Presidential General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the following measure will be submitted to the voters of the Lucia Mar Unified School District: MEASURE H-24

“To repair and improve aging neighborhood schools; fix deteriorating roofs, plumbing, electrical; remove asbestos/ lead pipes; repair, construct/ acquire classrooms, labs, sites, facilities and equipment; support student achievement and college/career readiness in math, science, technology, engineering, arts and skilled trades; shall Lucia Mar Unified School District’s measure authorizing $143,220,000 in bonds at legal rates be adopted, levying 2¢ per $100 assessed value ($9,030,000 annually) while bonds are outstanding, with citizen oversight, independent audits, and all money localIy-controlled?”

Bonds YES Bonds NO

Arguments FOR or AGAINST this measure should be submitted to the Office of the County Clerk- Recorder, 1055 Monterey Street, D120, San Luis Obispo, not later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, July 8, 2024. This deadline has been determined by the County Clerk-Recorder to be a reasonable date, based upon the time necessary to prepare, print, and distribute the arguments to the voters as provided by law. Arguments shall not exceed 300 words in length and shall be titled either “Argument in Favor of Measure H-24” or “Argument Against Measure H-24.” Arguments may be submitted by the Governing Board of the district or any member or members of the governing board authorized by the board, any individual voter who is eligible to vote on the measure, any bona fide association of citizens, or any combination of these voters and associations.

No argument will be accepted unless it is signed by the person or persons submitting it or, if submitted on behalf of an organization, the name of the organization and the name of at least one of its principal officers. No more than five signatures shall appear with any argument. If there are more than five signatures, only the first five will be printed. Arguments shall be typed in paragraph form and shall be submitted electronically along with the hard copy.

Arguments must be accompanied by the following form statement (on a separate sheet) to be signed by each author or proponent of the argument:

NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that if more than one argument FOR or more than one argument AGAINST the Measure is submitted, the County Clerk-Recorder will select the argument FOR and the argument AGAINST, according to law. If an argument FOR and an argument AGAINST the Measure is filed, the County Clerk-Recorder will send a copy to the respective opposing authors in order that they may prepare and submit a rebuttal argument.

Rebuttal arguments, if applicable, shall be titled “Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of or Against Measure H-24”. Rebuttal arguments shall not exceed 250 words in length and shall be filed no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 19, 2024.

The Ten-Day Public Examination Period for Primary Arguments is July 9-19, 2024.

The Ten-Day Public Examination Period for Rebuttal Arguments (if applicable) is July 20-30, 2024.

Any challenge to the validity of the arguments must be filed within the 10-day public examination period.

Dated: June 14, 2024

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk-Recorder

DATE: June 25, 2024

TIME: 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: City of Atascadero, Council Chambers 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Atascadero will hold a PUBLIC HEARING in-person and virtually at the time and place above for the purpose of hearing objections to the placing of sewer service charges on the 2024-2025 property tax rolls. A complete listing of parcels and charges can be viewed by appointment in the offices of City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, or by contacting the Public Works Department at (805) 470-3440 or PublicWorks@atascadero.org

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that if a challenge to the above action is made in court, persons may be limited to raising only those issues they or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend in-person or virtually and will be given an opportunity to speak in favor or opposition to the above-proposed project. Individuals who wish to participate remotely may call (669) 900-6833 (Meeting ID: 889 2347 9018) to listen and provide public comment via phone or via the Zoom platform using the link posted on the Agenda page. Written comments are also accepted by the City Clerk, prior to the hearing at 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422 or cityclerk@atascadero.org and will be distributed to the City Council. Written public comments must be received by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Email comments must identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of the email. Written comments will not be read into the record. INTERESTED PERSONS may access the live-streamed meeting through the City’s website on Zoom, SLO-SPAN. org, on Spectrum cable Channel 20 in Atascadero and listen live on KPRL Radio 1230AM and 99.3 FM. Information regarding the hearing is filed in the City Clerk’s office and is available on the City’s website at www.atascadero.org/ agendas

Additional information may be obtained from the Public Works Department at (805) 470-3456. The complete listing of applications received is available for review by appointment through the Public Works Department, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422 between the hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday. For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 805-470-3440

DATED: May 28, 2024 S/ L Christensen, City Clerk PUBLISH: 6/13/24 & 6/20/24

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

TS No. CA-24-985406SH

Order No.:

240094196-CA-VOI

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/2/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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): GAIL QUEEN AND MELVIN QUEEN, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS

Recorded: 8/9/2007 as Instrument No. 2007054386 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California; Date of Sale: 7/23/2024 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,266,378.35 The purported property address is: 345 EL CERRITO PLACE, MORRO BAY, CA 93442 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 066-341-019 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BID-

DERS: 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

916-939-0772 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-24-985406-SH. 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 916939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-24-985406-SH to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

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. 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: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-24-985406-SH IDSPub #0202618 6/6/2024 6/13/2024 6/20/2024

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Date of Sale: 07/10/2024 at 9:00 AM. Place of Sale: In the breezeway next to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. NOTICE is hereby given that First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation, 1 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA in care of: 400 S. Rampart Blvd, #290 Las Vegas, NV 89145 – Phone: (844) 857-8303, duly appointed Trustee under Notice of Delinquent Assessment (“NDA”), and pursuant to Notice of Default and Election to Sell (“NOD”), will sell at public auction for cash, lawful money of the United States of America, (a cashier’s check payable to said Trustee drawn on a state or national bank, a state or federal credit union, or a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings bank as specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest now held under said NDA, to wit: Multiple Timeshare Estates as shown on Exhibit “A-1” (as described in the Declaration recorded on 01/22/1990 as 4593 as amended) located at 3254 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach, CA, 93424 with APN shown herein. The Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address shown herein. All recording references contained herein and on Schedule “1” attached hereto are in the County of San Luis Obispo, California. Said sale will be made, without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, as to title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said NDA, plus accrued interest thereon to the date of sale, estimated fees, charges, as shown in sum due on Schedule “1” together with estimated expenses of the Trustee in the amount of $600.00. The claimant, San Luis Bay Inn Timeshare Association, Inc., a California nonprofit corporation, under NDA delivered to Trustee a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation. APN: See Schedule “1”. Batch ID: Foreclosure HOA 128579-SLB2HOA. Schedule “1”: NOD Recording Date and Reference 03/12/2024; 2024006444; Lien Recording Date and Reference 03/07/2024; Inst: 2024005983; Contract No., Owner(s), APN, Sum Due; 18091125, Marylee Del Zompo, 076-174-008, $1,793.19; 18873235, Armell D. TeslerSchwarte and the unrecorded interest of the spouse of Armell D. Tesler-Schwarte, 902-000336, $3,642.16; 312077, Debra K. Greenhalgh and the unrecorded interest of the spouse of Debra K. Greenhalgh, 902-009-636, $544.00; 314234, Judith K. Dougherty, 902-009-361, $1,116.30. Exhibit “A-1”: Contract No., Undivided Interest, Interval No. (Code), Unit Type, Timeshare Estate (Frequency), Unit, Week; 18091125, 1/14688th, DS-5330-O, regal suite, odd , 531, 26; 18873235, 1/7344, BP-0336-1, mini suite, annual , 124, 27; 312077, 1/14,688, BP-1433-1-E, mini suite, even , 108, 35; 314234, 1/14,688, BS-1642-E, mini suite, even , 115, 7.

June 20, 27, & July 4, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE NUMBER: 24CV0365

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Monica Ourston Krause filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Monica Ourston Krause, to PROPOSED NAME: Monica Ourston Knight.

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 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: July 25, 2024, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 , in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: June 4, 2024. /s/: Craig B. Van Rooyen, Judge of the Superior Court. June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2024.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24CVP0090

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Lauren Alex Stuedemann & Micah Ayhens filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Blake Olivia Ayhens, to PROPOSED NAME: Blake Olivia Studemann.

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 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: July 3, 2024, Time: 9:30 am, P2, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: March 4, 2024. /s/: Michael C. Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court. June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE NUMBER:

24CVP-0004

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Nathaniel, Justin Carrasco filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Nathaniel Justin Carrasco, to PROPOSED NAME: Karma Zimora.

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 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:

August 21, 2024, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 , in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Paso Robles Branch. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times

Date: May, 15, 2024. /s/: MC Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court. June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24CVP-0160

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Sochele Roze Fleming filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Sochele Roze Fleming, to PROPOSED NAME: Sochele Roze Sanchez.

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 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: July 17, 2024, Time: 9:30 am, P2, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: April 11, 2024. /s/: Michael C. Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court. June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2024.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE NUMBER: 24CVP0161

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Luke Michael Grafe filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Luke Michael Grafe, to PROPOSED NAME: Luke Michael Gallaway.

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 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:

July 17, 2024. Time: 9:30 am, P2, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: April 11, 2024. /s/: Michael C. Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court. June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 2024.

Public Notice of Lien Sale Auction:

This notice is given that Buckley Springs Storage, 901 Buckley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, will sell personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facilities Act. (California Business & Professions Code 21700)

The undersigned will sell at public auction at www. storageauctions.net from June 27, 2024 through July 5, 2024, of contents stored by the following persons and will be sold to the highest bidder:

Jennifer Nolan of San Luis Obispo, CA, unit C133

Household goods, electronics, hand-truck, clothes

Hank Guzman of Los Osos, CA, unit E336 Xbox, television, household goods, furniture

Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. Cash only.

June 13 & 20, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME NEW FILE NO. 2024-1185 OLD FILE NO. 2021-0174

PEDROLO REPAIRS, 3940 Broad Street #7179, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 01/21/2021. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Marcello Pedrolo, (5266 Hollister Ave, Ste. 102, Santa Barbara, CA 93111). This business was conducted by an individual, /s/ Janice A Horn. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06/03/24. 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 Clerk. June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2024.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2024-1300 OLD FILE NO. 2021-1461

FIVE CITIES MEDICAL IMAGING, 921 N. Oak Park Blvd., #102, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 01/01/2021. The following person (s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: California Managed Imaging Medical Group, Inc., (2320 Bath Street, #208, Santa Barbara, CA 93105). This business was conducted by a Corporation /s/ California Managed Imaging Medical Group, Inc, By: Timothy Auran, M.D., CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06/14/24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk. June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 2024.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2024-1301 OLD FILE NO. 2021-1462

RADIOLOGY DIAGNOSTIC CENTER, 1310 Las Tablas Rd. #103, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 06/14/2024. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: California Managed Imaging Medical Group, Inc., (2320 Bath Street, #203 Santa Barbara, CA 93105). This business was conducted by a Corporation /s/ California Managed Imaging Medical Group, Inc, By: Timothy Auran, M.D., CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02/24/2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk. June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 2024.

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

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

Attorney for Administrator: Dustin M. Tardiff In re the Estate of J. Carl Treise, aka John Carl Treise Decedent. Case No. PR040209

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Kim Treise Mathis, aka Kim Marie Martel, as Administrator of the Estate of J. Carl Treise, aka John Carl Treise, deceased, will sell at private sale under the terms and conditions specified below, the real property of the estate situated in the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, with the following physical address:

4555 Las Pilitas Rd Santa Margarita 93453 (APN: 070-351-031)

The property contains a house with 3 beds, 2 full baths, 2,216 sqft on a 20 acre(s) lot, $405.69/sqft. for $899,000 with a minimum deposit of $10,000 required. Written offers for this property will be received by Wayne Lewis, realtor for Administrator Kim Treise Mathis, aka Kim Marie Martel, 800 11th Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (805) 975-6330 on or after November 19, 2021. The sale will be made on or after May , 28, 2024 to the person making the highest and best offer for said real property. The minimum overbid is $944,950. [See: C.C.P. §873.740] The terms and conditions for sale are cash in lawful money of the United States of America with a minimum nonrefundable down payment of three percent (3%) of the final purchase price being immediately due upon Court confirmation. The remaining purchase price shall be paid on close of escrow not later than ten (10) days after entry of the order confirming this sale.

A hearing regarding the sale of the property is scheduled for July 16, 2024 at 9:00 am in department 4 of the San Luis Obispo Superior Court, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 whereby prospective buyers can place their bids.

The personal representative reserves the right to reject any bid that is less than the appraised value of the property listed above. For Further information, please contact Dustin M. Tardiff, attorney for the personal representative at (805) 4574578.

All sales are subject to confirmation by the Superior Court and no sale may be consummated and no deed may be recorded and delivered to a purchaser until Court confirmation has been acquired by the personal representative.

Date: April 1, 2022 /s/ Kim Treise Mathis, aka Kim Marie Martel ADMINISTRATOR of the Estate of J. Carl Treise, aka John Carl Treise June 20, 27, & July 4, 2024

T.S. No. 120213-CA

APN: 074-193-020 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 6/30/2010. 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 7/9/2024 at 11:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 7/8/2010 as Instrument No. 2010031698 the subject Deed of Trust was modified by Loan Modification recorded on 11/01/2016 as Instrument 2016057370 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: WILLIAM J. HOFFMAN AND DONELL M. HOFFMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS 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, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; IN THE BREEZEWAY ADJACENT TO THE COUNTY GENERAL SERVICES BUILDING, 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 described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 301 HIGHLAND DRIVE, LOS OSOS, CA 93402 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $9,366,814.00 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 under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said 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 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 (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 120213-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: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 120213-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 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. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108. June 6, 13, & 20, 2024

T.S. No.: 2023-00080CA

A.P.N.:092-431-010

Property Address: 1410

PRIMAVERA LANE, NIPOMO, CA 93444

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

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 정 보 요약서가 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 05/03/2005. 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: MIKE TRUPPA AND SHERI TRUPPA, HUSBAND AND WIFE

Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 05/19/2005 as Instrument No. 2005040648 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, Date of Sale: 08/06/2024 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: $ 396,024.80

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: 1410 PRIMAVERA LANE, NIPOMO, CA 93444

A.P.N.: 092-431-010

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:

$ 396,024.80.

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 BID-

DERS: 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 this property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWN-

ER: 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 2023-00080-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 202300080-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: June 7, 2024

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003

Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx

Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

June 20, 27, & July 4, 2024. T.S. No.: 2023-01636CA A.P.N.:008-092-028

Property Address: 2323 VINE STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

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 정 보 요약서가 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 06/17/2003. 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: SHAWN REES, A SINGLE MAN

Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC

Deed of Trust Recorded 06/27/2003 as Instrument No. 2003069800 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, Date of Sale: 08/06/2024 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: $ 173,322.00

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: 2323 VINE STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

A.P.N.: 008-092-028

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:

$ 173,322.00.

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 BID-

DERS: 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 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 2023-01636-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 202301636-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: June 10, 2024

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003

Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

June 20, 27, & July 4, 2024

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(March 21-April 19): I love being logical and reasonable! The scientific method is one of my favorite ways to understand how the world works. I am a big fan of trying to ascertain the objective facts about any situation I am in. However, I also love being intuitive and open to mystical perceptions. I don’t trust every one of my feelings as an infallible source of truth, but I rely on them a lot to guide my decisions. And I also believe that it’s sometimes impossible to figure out the objective facts. In the coming weeks, Aries, I suggest you give more weight than usual to the second set of perspectives I described. Don’t be crazily illogical, but proceed as if logic alone won’t provide the insights you need most.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20): In their book Your Symphony of Selves Jordan Gruber and James Fadiman propose a refreshing theory about human nature. They say that each of us is a community of multiple selves. It’s perfectly natural and healthy for us to be an amalgam of various voices, each with distinctive needs and forms of expression. We should celebrate our multifaceted identity and honor the richness it affords us. According to my analysis of astrological omens, the coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to exult in your own symphony of selves and make it a central feature of your self-understanding.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): In the second half of 2012 and the first half of 2013, you launched a journey that will finally culminate soon. What a long, strange, and interesting trip it has been! The innovations you activated during that time have mostly ripened, though not entirely. The hopes that arose in you have brought mixed results, but the predominant themes have been entertaining lessons and soulful success. I hope you will give yourself a congratulatory gift, dear Gemini. I hope you will luxuriate in a ritual celebration to commemorate your epic journey. The process hasn’t been perfect, but even the imperfections have been magical additions to your life story.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): I suspect you may have metaphorical resemblances to a lightning rod in the coming weeks. Just in case I’m right, I urge you not to stroll across open fields during thunderstorms. On the other hand, I recommend that you be fully available to receive bolts of inspiration and insight. Put yourself in the presence of fascinating events, intriguing people, and stirring art. Make yourself ready and eager for the marvelous.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): “It’s hard to get lost if you don’t know where you’re going,” said experimental filmmaker Jim Jarmusch. He’s implying that there’s potential value in getting lost. Unexpected discoveries might arrive that contribute to the creative process. But that will only happen if you first have a clear vision of where you’re headed. Jarmusch’s movies benefit from this approach. They’re fun for me to watch because he knows exactly what he wants to create but is also willing to get lost and wander around in search of serendipitous inspirations. This is the approach I recommend for you in the coming weeks, dear Leo.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Does any person or institution own a part of you? Has anyone stolen some of your power? Does anyone insist that only they can give you what you need? If there are people who fit those descriptions, Virgo, the coming weeks will be an excellent time to fix the problems. According to my understanding of life’s rhythms, you can summon the ingenuity and strength to reclaim what rightfully belongs to you. You can recover any sovereignty and authority you may have surrendered or lost.

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In ancient Greek myth, Sisyphus was a forlorn character punished by the gods. He was required to push a boulder from the bottom to the top of a hill. But each time he neared the peak, the big rock, which had been enchanted by the crabby god Zeus, slipped away and rolled back down the hill. The story says that Sisyphus had to do this for all eternity. If there have been even minor similarities between you and him, Libra, that will change in the coming months. I predict you will finally succeed—is this your fifth attempt?— in finishing a task or project that has, up until now, been frustrating.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Is it possible to reap spiritual epiphanies while having sex? Can intense physical pleasure be a meditation that provokes enlightened awareness? Can joy and bliss bring learning experiences as valuable as teachings that arise from suffering? Here are my answers to those three questions, Scorpio, especially for you during the next four weeks: yes, yes, and yes. My astrological ruminations tell me that you are primed to harvest divine favors as you quest for delight.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your animal magnetism and charisma could be wildly potent in the coming weeks. I’m worried that as a result, you may be susceptible to narcissistic feelings of entitlement. You will be extra attractive, maybe even irresistible! But now that you have received my little warning, I hope you will avoid that fate. Instead, you will harness your personal charm to spread blessings everywhere you go. You will activate a generosity of spirit in yourself that awakens and inspires others. Do not underestimate the electrifying energy pouring out of you, Sagittarius. Vow to make it a healing medicine and not a chaotic disruptor.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I’ve had thousands of crucial teachers. There would be no such thing as me without their life-changing influences. Among that vast array have been 28 teachers whose wisdom has been especially riveting. I feel gratitude for them every day. And among those 28 have been five geniuses who taught me so much so fast in a short period of time that I am still integrating their lessons. One of those is Capricorn storyteller and mythologist Michael Meade. I offer you these thoughts because I suspect you are close to getting a major download from a guide who can be for you what Meade has been for me. At the very least, you will engage with an educational source akin to my top 28.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In one of my previous lifetimes, I was a bricoleur—a collector and seller of junk who reused the castaway stuff in new ways. That’s one reason why, during my current destiny, I am a passionate advocate for recycling, renewal, and redemption—both in the literal and metaphorical senses. I am tuned in to splendor that might be hidden within decay, treasures that are embedded in trash, and bliss that can be retrieved from pain. So I’m excited about your prospects in the coming weeks, Aquarius. If you so desire, you can specialize in my specialties.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20): Some people imagine that being creative means having nonstop spontaneous fun. They think it’s primarily exuberant, adventurous, and liberating. As a person who prizes imaginative artistry, I can testify that this description is accurate some of the time. But more often, the creative process involves meticulous organization and discipline, periods of trial-and-error experimentation, and plenty of doubt and uncertainty. It’s hard work that requires persistence and faith. Having said that, Pisces, I am happy to say you are now in a phase when the freewheeling aspects of creativity will be extra available. You’re more likely than usual to enjoy spontaneous fun while dreaming up novel ideas and fresh approaches. Channel this energy into an art form or simply into the way you live your life. ∆