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hen John (New Times gave him a pseudonym to protect his identity) and his family boarded an evacuation flight out of Kabul, they didn’t know where they were headed. After the U.S. pulled out of Afghanistan last August and NEW HOME the Taliban overtook the country’s A family of Afghan refugees capital city, Afghans like John, resettled in San Luis Obispo with who had helped the U.S., were in the help of the danger and they anxiously waited local nonprofit SLO4Home. to board those flights. Now safely resettled in San Luis Obispo thanks to the help of the nonprofit SLO4Home, his family faces an uncertain future. Assistant Editor Peter Johnson speaks with the family and the nonprofit for this week’s cover story [8].

Also this week, read about the battle over shortterm rentals in Pismo Beach [9] ; The Sound of Music at PCPA (hint: it’s wonderful) [28] ; and where to find Sea Sprinkles for your popcorn, eggs, and more [34].

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Paso parents and school board push to discuss LGBTQ policy

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he culture war continues in one North County school district, and gender is the latest front.

An agenda request discussed at the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District’s June 28 meeting dealt with several “culture war topics,” according to board president Chris Arend. He said that while the district wouldn’t be addressing several of them, such as taking a stance on COVID-19 vaccines, it would be reviewing its policies related to gender and sexuality at the Aug. 9 meeting.

“We’re not out of the battlefield yet, as you will see,” Arend said on June 28. “The one area where we had a lot, about half a dozen agenda requests, all had to do with LGBT—uh, I can’t get the whole sequence of letters together. … We are going to have to get with the program here and identify what the program is, because it is really an area not just culturally in flux but legally in flux.”

As part of the discussion, Arend said the district would also be reviewing the nondiscrimination and harassment policy that the board passed in 2020, which one public speaker at the meeting described as singling out gender nonconforming students for special treatment.

“It starts out really good,” San Miguel resident Randall Jordan told the board. “No one should be bullied. No one should be harassed.

No one should be belittled. … By the time it gets to the fourth page, all it talks about is transgender.”

That special treatment equates to parents not being notified about gender, pronoun, and name changes if a student doesn’t want them to be notified, Jordan said.

“We’re talking about 13-, 14-year-old kids,” he added. “I think we need to look at this seriously.

This is real dangerous.”

One of the board’s main concerns, Arend said, is that the primary individuals who have responsibility for children are their parents.

“We do not want to violate the sanctity of the family and the parent/child bond,” Arend added.

The California Department of Education states that the right of a transgender student to keep their transgender status private is grounded in both state and federal laws and that disclosing that information to others without the student’s permission may violate anti-discrimination law and the student’s right to privacy.

Superintendent Curt Dubost told the board that the Aug. 9 presentation would delineate between what the district is mandated to

do when it comes to student privacy, LGBTQ-plus related issues, and teacher trainings on the topic and what isn’t the law.

Board members Frank Triggs and Dorian Baker expressed concerns about what they referred to as “compelled speech”—or requiring teachers to refer to students by their chosen pronouns and names.

Triggs said he had requested a link to a presentation sent out ON THE DOCKET The Paso Robles Joint Unified School District is slated to teachers earlier in to talk about LGBTQ-plus issues on Aug. 9 in response to questions from the school board and some parents about teacher trainings at the high school, the year by the Paso where students dealt with a LGBTQ-targeted hate incident last year.

Robles High School LGBTQ-plus Advisory that because I have not completely seen and Committee. The reviewed with the attorney exactly what was PowerPoint slideshow included updates on how presented,” Dubost told the board. “We canceled the school was improving inclusive practices some of what was going on when concerns on campus, such as restroom access; kindness, started to arise.” inclusion, and unity training; and what Bausch told New Times that several parents resources teachers could share with students. had reached out to him concerned about the issue.

“I have to say I’m disturbed by some of the Most of the phone calls, he said, were from parents stuff in that training,” Triggs told the board. upset that their daughter might be showering “You cannot force someone to call a he a she because they’re under the delusion that they are.” with a boy in their gym class. He said the fact that the district is moving forward with LGBTQ-plus One slide states that the staff was trained related training isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as on AB 1266, which became state law in 2014 long as it’s done in the proper time and sequence. and “requires that pupils be permitted to But he added that getting parents involved is participate in sex-segregated school programs, activities, and use facilities consistent with their very important, and that district transparency is his main concern. However the school district gender identity, without respect to the gender decides to proceed with the discussion, it should listed in a pupil’s records,” according to the be conducted openly and honestly, Bausch said. state Department of Education. The slides also “People’s fears, people’s hopes, their dreams indicate that future staff trainings are in the of what Paso Robles can be. People that feel less works and provide a five-step guide for “how to than empowered because of their life choices, do better at getting new pronouns right.” they need to feel safe. Bottom line. If you’re Board member Chris Bausch expressed queer, if you’re transgender, you still have the frustration with the superintendent and staff, right to feel safe. I don’t have to agree with saying he’d asked a month earlier for specifics your choices, but I have to ensure that you feel on what LGBTQ-plus training teachers were safe,” Bausch said. “We’ve got a long way to go currently getting and still didn’t have an in Paso Robles, but parents need to be part of answer. During the June 28 meeting, there the discussion, in my opinion. … Everybody was some confusion as to whether teachers had deserves the chance to come to the microphone, actually attended any training. have their say, be listened to, and then we bring Dubost clarified, saying that there had been it back to the board and say where do we go from some training but he wasn’t certain what it had here. That hasn’t happened here.” ∆ entailed.

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Election integrity activist files for hand recount of county supervisor race

County race for supervisor, according to June 7 primary election results certified on July 7.

Darcia Stebbens, a Paso Robles resident and voter outside of the 4th District, filed the recount request within the five-day window allowed by law following election certification, according to SLO County Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano.

A copy of Stebbens’ filing states that she requested the recount “on behalf of Lynn Compton (not necessarily at the request of).”

When reached by phone on July 13, Compton

An outspoken skeptic of local election integrity requested a hand recount of the San Luis Obispo County 4th District supervisor race on July 12—allegedly without the blessing of the losing candidate.

Challenger Jimmy Paulding defeated incumbent Lynn Compton by 639 votes—a 51.5 to 48.5 percent margin—in the heated South

told New Times that she does not know Stebbens, was not consulted or involved in her request, and “is not personally contesting [the election].”

“I have no involvement. I’m not paying for it. I have nothing to do with it,” Compton said. “She speaks before the board on election integrity. I don’t know her outside of that.”

Compton said that she accepts the results of her race.

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News to alleviate homelessness, Funk added that the scale of effort is not enough to combat SLO County’s ballooning rate of unsheltered living.

“We’ve essentially brought a garden hose to a house fire,” Funk said at the meeting.

Previous New Times reporting found that the county ranks third in the United States for people living outdoors in suburban areas. Since 2016, unsheltered homelessness has grown by 22 percent because of scarce housing aggravated by rising rent, limited wages, and COVID-19. The 2019 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count tallied 1,483 homeless people, 79 percent of whom were unsheltered.

Collected in February, data for the 2022 count is still in development.

The five-year strategic plan will focus on improving sheltering capacity and homelessness prevention and data collection in its first year. The second and third years will look at expanding service capacity and boosting regional participation with the cities involved.

In the final two years, efforts will be directed to refining the data, and increase housing capacity. A homelessness division will also be created within the Department of Social Services to carry out many of the tasks.

But county officials will also have watchdogs monitoring their progress.

Former California state Sen. Sam Blakeslee and SLO attorney Greg Gillett plan to launch an independent group called the Citizens Homeless Accountability Commission.

“We are not affiliated with the county.

Our goal is to serve as an accountability arm and communicate to the public the gaps and redundancies we find in this plan,” Gillett said. “It’s still a bureaucracy, it’s still a government program. Our role is to put together a group of people who can identify things that aren’t going right in as much realtime as possible.”

The day before the panel discussion, city of SLO residents identified something they didn’t think was quite right.

Commuters across the city spotted an abandoned coffin on the side of the road at the Walnut and Santa Rosa streets SLO County officials intersection. detail homelessness Eyewitness S.Harris, who requested his reduction plan first name be anonymous, told New Times that he was compelled to stop his car San Luis Obispo County has a plan and take a better look. At 9 a.m. on July to put a “big dent in the problem” of 10, he saw a woman and two men wheel homelessness.

Named the San Luis Obispo the coffin onto the sidewalk from under Countywide Plan to Address the bridge crossing over Highway 101 on Homelessness, the blueprint aims to Santa Rosa Street. shrink homelessness by 50 percent over “I asked her, ‘Do you guys sleep in five years. And on July 11, that?’ She said, ‘I’ll sell it to the county chapter of you for $20.’ They were the League of Women wrestling with it. I’m Voters hosted a panel almost positive they live Send any news discussion where officials under the bridge,” Harris or story tips to broke down the latest said. “I think they sleep news@newtimesslo.com. regional effort to reduce in it; I don’t see any other homelessness. reason why they’d have “Despite effectively a coffin. What’s it going to doubling our total capacity to shelter take to provide free public housing en people, we can still only shelter 20 to 30 masse?” percent of the number of people who were Miguel Alvarez, the California observed as homeless in 2019,” said Susan Highway Patrol’s public information Funk, the chair of the Homeless Services officer, confirmed that officers also spotted Oversight Council, at the meeting. “That’s the “transient female” pushing the casket the best case scenario with no COVID down the freeway. She told CHP officers restrictions, with everything staffed and that she found it in a pile of trash outside open. We have a really large gap.” a building that was being refurbished.

Funk is also the chair of the steering When construction workers told her they committee that created the draft plan. would dispose the coffin, she asked if she While she credited individual efforts could have it, and they let her.

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“I don’t believe a recount could overcome 600-plus votes,” she said.

According to elections code, the recount must begin no later than a week after the request was filed, and the requester must pay a deposit prior to each day of counting to cover the election office’s expenses.

Counts take place daily (excluding weekends), for at least six hours a day, until the recount of the race’s 20,899 votes is complete. The counts are to be conducted under the supervision of “special recount boards consisting of four voters of the county appointed by the elections official.”

Cano could not be reached for comment before press time.

On the morning of July 12, Stebbens, along with a handful of other residents, spoke during the public comment period of the SLO County Board of Supervisors’ meeting to express their doubt about elections.

“I’m here today to speak on election integrity, to continue to speak on election integrity,” Stebbens said. “We have local governance that is in question. We have been asking for relevant documents, relevant materials. … We’re not calling into question some of the staff, we’re calling into question the process, and, in fact, some of the results.”

Stebbens and Richard Patten, another election skeptic, both referenced ancestral ties to American Revolution figures to frame their comments.

“My conscience will not let me remain silent,” Patten said. “I don’t know what we have planned here today right now, but … we are not absolved. We do not have fairness and transparency in our elections, either. They are clouded.

They’re kept hidden.”

After public comment closed, 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold made a motion to agendize a resolution that would ask Cano to extend the period of time that her office preserves the June 7 election records. The motion died after it failed to get support from a second supervisor.

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SLOPD informed New Times that the empty coffin was meant for another destination. The homeless woman wanted to sell it at Sunset Drive-In’s swap meet.

But she couldn’t make it there, and tried to sell it to passersby.

“SLOPD received two calls regarding a coffin on Santa Rosa and patrol did investigate,” Neighborhood Outreach Manager Christine Wallace said via email. “The owner told us she originally purchased it from a yard sale; it had been used as a Halloween decoration.”

—Bulbul Rajagopal

Federal ARPA grants go to more local nonprofits after outcry

After a plan to funnel $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to a handful of nonprofits drew backlash from dozens of empty-handed applicants, San Luis Obispo County supervisors approved a revised set of allocations on July 12 that includes 35 organizations.

Nonprofits that serve local homeless, children, families, and seniors and provide shelter, food, education, arts, health care, and more all received at least $25,000 in the new round of countyadministered ARPA grants.

An initial recommendation, rejected by county supervisors in May after public outcry, sent hundreds of thousands of dollars to just seven groups focused on homelessness.

“I’m grateful we had a second chance … and were able to share more with the nonprofits, which was the original intent,” 3rd District Supervisor Dawn Ortiz-Legg said.

Jenny Luciano, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of SLO County, who spoke out against the narrow list of recipients in May, praised the county’s new approach at the July 12 meeting. Her organization received $25,000 of the allocation to support its youth mentoring programs.

“I think it’s important, especially when we’re vocal in the media, to show up and acknowledge the work that’s been done and say, thank you,” Luciano said.

“The funding for us this year is super important. We’re serving more kids than we ever have. … This funding will go a long way for us.”

The $3 million nonprofit ARPA allocation is just one slice of the $55 million the county received as part of the federal COVID-19 recovery package.

Another $6 million went to housing and homelessness efforts and $3 million went to child care organizations. The rest went to the areas of water, sewer, and broadband; public health emergency response; restoration of government services; and small business grants/ workforce development.

The top nonprofit grants awarded on July 14 still focused on homelessness: $430,000 to the El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO) for the continued operation of its Paso Robles transitional shelter; $350,000 to the Community Action Partnership of SLO (CAPSLO) for homeless outreach and engagement at safe parking sites; and $275,000 to the 5 Cities Homeless Coalition for an emergency shelter in South County.

Other high-dollar grants included $200,000 to the SLO Food Bank; $150,000 to the South County Youth Coalition for mental health programs; and a pair of $150,000 grants to the Boys and Girls Club for its youth programs.

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FBI files complaint against man who took minor from SLO County to Mexico

The FBI lodged a criminal complaint against a 38-year-old man and his accomplice for transporting a minor from Nipomo to Mexico with the intent to engage in an illicit sexual relationship.

According to the charge filed by Special Agent Brian Sullivan on July 11, Daniel Navarro of Victorville posed as a teenager on Instagram and sent explicit messages to a 15-year-old from Arizona, whom the document named A.T. Communicating since February, Navarro and A.T. entered an online romantic relationship and he discussed impregnating her.

Ring security camera footage caught A.T., who was spending the summer with her step-grandmother in Nipomo, sneaking out the front door in the early hours of July 1. The federal complaint included testimony from A.T.’s cousin, who saw a large, dark vehicle near the residence late on June 30. According to law enforcement, Navarro and his accomplice, Julia Le from Garden Grove, arrived in that car to pick up and hide A.T. in the backseat and drive to the U.S.Mexico border.

Missing for roughly 10 days, A.T.’s disappearance rocked Nipomo, with calls for information flooding social media platforms. The San Luis Obispo Sheriff’s Office received the missing person report at 6:30 a.m. on July 1, according to spokesperson Tony Cipolla.

“The Sheriff’s Office began an immediate investigation. Since the Sheriff’s Office is the lead investigator, our detectives will work with the U.S. Attorney’s Office with their prosecution of this case,” Cipolla told New Times.

Signed off by the SLO Superior Court, a warrant directing T-Mobile to provide historical GPS locations of the perpetrators’ cellphones helped authorities track them.

The complaint stated that Navarro and Le were detained on outstanding arrest warrants on July 10 while reentering the United States. By then, they had taken A.T. to Navarro’s father’s house in Mexico, which the pair admitted to officials. As part of the investigation, FBI detectives spoke to Navarro’s ex-wife, who informed them that he had picked up their children and taken them to his father’s house around the same time. Le had also sent Navarro’s ex-wife videos of the children at that residence. Detectives then used geolocation data from those videos to find the house and, subsequently, A.T. She has been reunited with her family.

Navarro and Le made their first court appearance in relation to the federal charges on July 13 at the United States District Court in downtown Los Angeles.

The charges carry a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in federal prison and a potential of life without parole. The SLO District Attorney’s Office also assisted the FBI with investigation.

“The matter will be prosecuted in federal court by the United States Attorney’s Office,” Assistant DA Eric Dobroth told New Times. “The [SLO County DA’s Office] prosecutes state law violations and will not be involved in the prosecution in federal court, absent a request for assistance. Federal law provides substantial and heavier penalties for the conduct than do our state laws.” ∆ —Bulbul Rajagopal

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Seated side by side in a semicircle around their new living room, the family gathered on July 14 in a neatly furnished apartment that’s warmly decorated with colorful abstract art.

Obispo about two months ago.

Editor’s note: The refugees in this Ever since the family arrived, leaders They join the roughly 70,000 Afghan story were all given pseudonyms to at the SLO4Home nonprofit have been in refugees currently resettling across protect their identities. close contact with the refugees, helping America. Most either assisted the U.S. them get housed, settled in, and adjusted. efforts in Afghanistan, like John, or had he first Afghan refugees to resettle Right now, SLO4Home assists the a status back home that puts them in in San Luis Obispo County since family with rent, transportation, food, danger with the Taliban. the U.S. war in Afghanistan ended cultural barriers, bureaucratic red tape, While the family told New Times that described their past year as both a and more. But the support is meant to be they know the road ahead won’t be easy, nightmare and a dream. temporary. they feel they have a good head start The nightmare was last summer.

“Initially, we’re providing virtually thanks to the support of a local nonprofit, all of the support,” said Lauren Brown, Between August and September 2021, SLO4Home, which is providing financial the family of six, including a 2-yeara member of the SLO4Home board of and logistical resources to them. old, traveled each day to the Kabul directors. “But as they start getting International Airport hoping to catch a employment and earning funds, we’ll be flight out of the country.

A long road to SLO able to taper off our support, and the hope They slept on the ground outside, Ava remembers the shock she felt is that by nine to 12 months, they’re on waiting among crowds by the airport. watching her city of Kabul fall to the their own.”

They hid from the Taliban, who’d taken Taliban.

The organization, formed last year to the capital city amid the U.S. withdrawal The 22-year-old was a university serve this very purpose, has ambitions and threatened to kill those who’d worked student when the regime change swept to help resettle between eight and 10 with Americans. her and her classmates’ futures up with Afghan families over the next two years.

For weeks, the family couldn’t escape. it. Female students were immediately Their work has drawn an outpouring of Finally, in late September, they were forced to unenroll from college, she said. community support, including more than allowed onto a U.S. evacuation flight, Such a quick takeover of a city with more 150 volunteers and a base of donors that with no idea where it was headed. than 4 million people took everybody by includes Rick Stollmeyer, the co-founder surprise.

John, one of the refugees, who worked of MindBody, who recently pledged a “Nobody believed Kabul would [fall] as a translator for the U.S. government $300,000 matching donation. like that,” Ava said. “We woke up one day But refugee assistance is expensive— in Kabul, told New Times that he and everyone was saying, ‘The Taliban each family costs about $60,000 to remembers clearly the emotions of that took over Kabul!’ We had a balcony back $80,000 to resettle, Brown said—so more moment. at home and I saw people running and it help is needed.

“In one way, it’s happiness,” he said. “I was like what happened? The gunfire and “Eventually we’d like to expand it to was hiding when the Taliban took power, include Ukrainian families,” he added. so it’s kind of a relief because now you can shooting and everything. … I cried a lot that night. I was so scared.”

The newly arrived family told New sleep without fear. But apart from that, More than a month later, that Times that they’re enjoying the peaceful when you have lots of memories from that evacuation flight took her family to Abu small-town vibe of SLO and have place, when you’re born and raised there Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates appreciated the community’s help thus and you have your friend circles, your far. John and Maria’s daughter enjoys relatives, and you’re leaving them, it’s not (UAE), where thousands of other Afghan evacuees were stationed. going to the park, the younger adults are easy.

Thinking they’d spend a few weeks looking for jobs, and the grandparents are “But to be honest,” he added with a there before being relocated still in disbelief over their shrug, “we didn’t even think. It was just, to the U.S., the family’s circumstances. get away from here.”

“It is a dream of my More nightmarish months would follow, time in the UAE lasted eight months. John said dad’s for us to be here. but the dream part of the past year for Send any news they were allowed to This was his dream,” this Afghan family is what’s happening or story tips to leave the confines of their said Ava, translating for now. news@newtimesslo.com. shelter area just once. her Dari-speaking father The six relatives, who span three “We went to a shopping in their living room. generations—John; his wife, Maria; their mall, walked around, and “Right now, he’s very happy young daughter; and Maria’s sister, Ava, came back,” John said. to be here with us and to live a peaceful and her parents, Daniel and Emma— Despite the isolation and frustration life here.” arrived safely in the city of San Luis over the delay, Despite their good fortune, like for PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM John said they so many Afghan refugees, danger and were grateful. The uncertainty still lurk. John’s most UAE provided food, concerned about his parents and relatives medical care, and who are still in Afghanistan. He’s everyday items, terrified that the Taliban might somehow link them to him, and he hopes they can like diapers, free of join him in the U.S. soon. charge to help them “Every night, I’m always worried. Some get through the stay. nights I see nightmares of what will Eventually, U.S. happen to my family,” he said. officials told the He’s also aware that the family’s visa family that they expires in two years, leaving their futures would be relocated in doubt. to Virginia for a few “After that, what will happen? Will weeks of paperwork, the U.S. government let us stay here?” before reaching their he wondered. “If SLO4Home pays for one final resettlement year, what will happen after one year? destination.

NEW LIVES Lauren Brown, a board member with SLO4Home, “We’re here, and happy, and alive, but Unbeknownst stands in front of the first Afghan refugees to resettle in San it’s still not easy.” ∆ to the family, Luis Obispo since the U.S. war ended in August 2021. The SLO4Home in SLO family of six, behind him, is in three members’ new apartment Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be County was already living room. reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com. coordinating with

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Rental rumble

some of the correspondence that was submitted as part of public comment, we deemed those to be actual code enforcement complaints. We treat those applications for new ones. But while the as anonymous,” city Public Information contentious issue split some residents Officer Jorge Garcia told New Times. into opposing camps, both aired their Garcia declined to speak about specific frustrations with how city officials cases but said that filed complaints are handled the situation. directed to the city’s code enforcement “In reviewing the staff report and officer. The officer investigates those correspondence, we are very concerned complaints to evaluate whether violations that staff and the council are being have occurred. Considered investigations unduly swayed by a very vocal, but from that point, the status of the tiny, number of persons complaining,” complaints aren’t revealed to members s Pismo Beach residents for more Mistretta wrote in his letter. “Out of the of the public, including to the people who than 30 years, Kim Mistretta 12 items of correspondence currently of filed them. Residents can lodge concerns and his wife were in for a shock record on this agenda item, all 12 are at (800) 866-4301. when they came across a social media negative. That is clearly because the “Part of the issue that happened is we post on June 21 announcing the Pismo law-abiding STR permit holders have had a hotline number that was mailed in Beach City Council’s discussion to pass a had no notice of it, nor any significant our notices. That phone number is and moratorium on short-term rentals [STRs] opportunity to submit to the council has always been accurate. Our website that very evening. anything positive, in support of our had an old number on it. So, that number Now working as a part-time lawyer, interests.” was called and there was no way for a Mistretta started an STR out of his At the June 21 meeting, City member of the public to leave a message home three years ago to earn extra Manager Jim Lewis mentioned that on it. We were made aware of it and income, soon after the beach city staff uses a software program that immediately corrected that,” he said. adopted regulations governing STRs in relies on complaint reports to track Garcia attributed the City Council’s 2018. Suddenly stumbling across the noncompliance. He encouraged residents attention on STRs to direction staff City Council agenda left him feeling to dial the hotline number to lodge them. received in January. Council members blindsided.

But one of the residents highlighted a wanted to evaluate the program and the “When you look at the agenda and problem with that system. fines attached for violations. The fact that the staff report, that was 12 or 15 pages “When asked to register a complaint, a handful of residents sent in annoyed [long]. You could tell they had been we were given a number from their letters was “purely coincidental,” he said. working on it for months. Certainly website. When we were not getting a According to the existing regulation, nobody told any of the existing short-term response to our complaints, they realized initial fines for violation are $750 at a rental permit holders about it,” Mistretta minimum and $1,000 for each subsequent the hotline number was not correct, said. violation. City Council members were and the city was not receiving our The City Council’s agenda packet also concerned that noncompliant complaints,” the letter read. included 13 letters from annoyed Pismo permit-holders were “I have found it extremely Beach residents, ranging from neighbors readily paying off the frustrating to give the of an allegedly noncompliant STR-permit fines before breaking the department information holder to Mistretta himself. Most of the Send any news rules again. to help them enforce letters requested the city to revoke the or story tips to Philip Teresi, the rules when their permit belonging to the owner of a shortnews@newtimesslo.com. a neighbor of the messages to the residents term rental at North Silver Shoals Drive. complained-about North have been inconsistent.

Their main complaints: trash, noise, and Silver Shoals short-term We were told that the cramped parking spaces left behind by rental, also wants to see a penalty hike information provided to the city prior the influx of tenants going through the and better management. He told New to the granting of an application could property’s revolving doors.

Times that the neighbors get the full not be used because it is only considered The June 21 meeting ended with the brunt of the “negative side effects” of ‘hearsay.’ After the permit is granted, City Council unanimously approving an having STRs in residential areas. however, information provided to the city interim urgency ordinance to impose “The biggest complaint I would have is is ‘very valuable information.’” a moratorium on issuing STR permits. there is no active manager available to Members of the public aren’t the only They will deliberate the terms of mitigate those problems. The onus is on ones concerned. City Councilmember stricter enforcement policies in August. the neighbors to complain when things Sheila Blake, too, expressed her Currently, 28 STRs legally operate in get out of hand. If we can’t get ahold frustration during the meeting about Pismo Beach, and the city isn’t accepting of the manager, we’re forced to contact what could be the nonemergency line of the Police PHOTO COURTESY OF LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES FACEBOOK PAGE done to help the Department, which I don’t really like to dozens of people living in the North do. It shouldn’t be their job to have to police this,” Teresi said.

Silver Shoals Councilmember Marcia Guthrie echoed neighborhood. City Teresi at the June meeting and admitted Attorney David that an ordinance update was needed Fleishman told because neighbors shouldn’t have to bear her that people the responsibility of noncompliance. City were welcome to submit evidence of staff is also looking to take inspiration from cities like South Lake Tahoe, San noncompliance to Diego, and Monterey that have mostly the staff. limited STRs to nonresidential sectors.

A few days “Short-term rentals really belong in after the meeting, the downtown core, and usually they’re the letters that managed by active managers. We have initially revealed the writers’ names a ton of beach rentals here in Pismo Beach that we get along with fine because were retroactively they’re actively managed,” Teresi told redacted. Only New Times. “When people try to take two—including their homes and be an absentee owner Mistretta’s— that’s just trying to monetize their remained property, that’s when things go bad.” ∆ unaltered.

RESPECTING BOUNDARIES City staff and some residents “After alike want short-term rentals to be set up away from residential Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at receiving the neighborhoods to preserve the quality of life in Pismo Beach. brajagopal@newtimesslo.com. correspondence,

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LEGAL NOTICE

If you were affected by the 2015 Santa Barbara Oil Spill, you may be entitled to a payment from a class action settlement A Federal Court authorized this Notice.

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A Settlement has been reached in the class action lawsuit called Andrews et al. v. Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. et al., No. 2:15-cv-04113 (PSG:JEM) (C.D. Cal.).

What is this about?

The lawsuit claims that Plains All American Pipeline L.P. and Plains Pipeline L.P. (“Plains” or “Defendants”) caused an underground pipeline to rupture, resulting in an oil spill along the coast in Santa Barbara County on May 19, 2015. The Settlement is on behalf of members of the Fisher Class and Property Class previously certified by this Court. Plaintiffs for the Fisher Class allege the spill caused long term harm to commercial fishing in the affected class blocks, including significant financial losses. Plaintiffs for the Property Class allege that owners and lessees were unable to use and enjoy their properties as a result of the spill because oil washed up onto their properties and onto beaches adjacent to their properties. Plains denies any claims of wrongdoing and disputes all claims. The Settlement, if approved by the Court, will resolve all remaining claims in the class action litigation pending in the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

The Fisher Class Settlement is $184 million, and the Property Class Settlement is $46 million, inclusive of attorneys’ fees and costs.

The Court has not decided whether Plaintiffs or Defendants should win this Litigation. The Settling Parties do not agree on whether Plaintiffs would have prevailed on any of their claims against Plains, or the amount of damages, if any, that would be recoverable if the Class prevailed on the claims alleged. Instead, both sides agreed to the Settlement after years of contested litigation, including at the motion to dismiss, class certification, and summary judgment stages. The Parties had also completed substantial discovery and were preparing for trial to commence on June 2, 2022.

Who is affected?

You are a Fisher Class Member if you are a person or business who owned or worked on a vessel that was in operation as of May 19, 2015 and that: (1) landed any commercial seafood in California Department of Fish & Wildlife (“CDFW”) fishing blocks 654, 655, or 656; or (2) landed any commercial seafood, except groundfish or highly migratory species (as defined by the CDFW and the Pacific Fishery Management Council), in CDFW fishing blocks 651-656, 664-670, 678-686, 701-707, 718-726, 739-746, 760-765, or 806-809; from May 19, 2010 to May 19, 2015, inclusive; or if you are a person or business in operation as of May 19, 2015 who purchased such commercial seafood directly from the Commercial Fishers and re-sold it at the retail or wholesale level. You can find out if you are a Fisher Class Member by going to www.PlainsOilSpillSettlement.com.

You are a Property Class Member if you owned or leased residential beachfront property or property with a private easement to a beach where oil from the 2015 Santa Barbara oil spill washed up and the oiling was categorized as heavy, moderate, or light. You can find out if your property is included by going to www.PlainsOilSpillSettlement.com, where a list of properties Plaintiffs claim were impacted is posted.

What does the Settlement provide?

The Settlement, if approved, will result in the creation of two cash settlement funds of $184,000,000 (the “Fisher Class Settlement Amount”) and $46,000,000 (“the Property Class Settlement Amount”), together with any interest earned thereon, the “Fisher Class Common Fund” and “Property Class Common Fund,” respectively. Each of the common funds less (a) any Taxes and Tax Expenses; (b) any Notice and Administration Expenses; and (c) any attorneys’ fees and costs and any service awards to Class Representatives in connection with their representation of the Class, awarded by the Court (the “Net Settlement Funds”), will be distributed to eligible Class Members pursuant to a proposed plan of distribution (“Plan of Distribution”). If you are entitled to relief under the Settlement, the Settlement Administrator will determine your portion of the Net Settlement Fund payable to you pursuant to the Court-approved Plan of Distribution.

Who represents the Class?

The Court has appointed Lieff Cabraser Heimann Bernstein LLP, Keller Rohrback L.L.P., Cappello & Noel LLP, and Audet & Partners, LLP (“Class Counsel”) to be the attorneys representing the Class. You will not be charged for these lawyers. Class Counsel will apply to the Court for an award of attorneys’ fees in an amount not to exceed 33% of the total Settlement Amount (no more than $60,720,000 from the Fisher Class Settlement Amount and $15,180,000 from the Property Class Settlement Amount). In addition, Class Counsel will apply to the Court for reimbursement of their litigation expenses (in an amount not to exceed $5.2 million from the Fisher Class Settlement Amount and $1.3 million from the Property Class Settlement Amount). If you want to be represented by your own lawyer, you may hire one at your own expense.

What do I need to do to?

If you are a Class Member and you wish to get money from the Settlement, you are required to submit a Claim Form available at www.PlainsOilSpillSettlement.com, or by calling the toll-free number 1‐844-202-9486 to request that a hard copy Claim Form be mailed to you. Your Claim Form and, if necessary, any required supporting documentation as set forth therein must be postmarked (if mailed) or submitted online to the address below on or before October 31, 2022.

Plains Oil Spill Settlement c/o JND Legal Administration P.O. Box 91450 Seattle, WA 98111 Email: info@PlainsOilSpillSettlement.com www.PlainsOilSpillSettlement.com Telephone: 1‐844-202-9486 If you are a Class Member you may object or tell the Court what you do not like about the Settlement.

You will still be bound by the Settlement, and you may still file a claim. Objections must be served/filed no later than August 19, 2022. Go to www.PlainsOilSpillSettlement.com for details on how to object to the Settlement. If you are a Class Member and you did not previously opt out of the Class or enter a separate settlement with Plains for which you signed a full release, you are a member of the Class and you will be bound by the release of claims as part of the Settlement. The Fisher Class was first certified on February 28, 2017, and later amended on November 22, 2019. The Property Class was certified on April 17, 2018. You previously had an opportunity exclude yourself from the Fisher Class and the Property Class. If you did not exclude yourself then, you may not exclude yourself now.

What happens next?

The Court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on September 16, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. Pacific, before the Honorable Phillip S. Gutierrez at the United States District Court for the Central District of California, First Street Courthouse, 350 West 1st Street, Courtroom 6A, 6th Floor, Los Angeles, California 90012-4565. At the hearing the Court will determine whether: (1) the Settlement of $184,000,000 for the Fisher Class and $46,000,000 for the Property Class should be approved by the Court as fair, reasonable and adequate; (2) the Judgment as provided under the Settlement Agreement should be entered; (3) to award Class Counsel attorneys’ fees and expenses out of the Fisher and Property Class Common Funds and, if so, in what amount; (4) to award Plaintiffs’ service awards (Class Counsel is requesting $15,000 for each of the 14 Class Representatives) in connection with their representation of the Classes out of the Fisher and Property Class Common Funds and, if so, in what amount; and (5) the Plans of Distribution should be approved by the Court.

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Plaza del Cavalier in San Simeon. The etired biological sciences professor day will include educational activities, Julie Haugsness first learned about guided interpretive walks, and a ribbon elephant seals during a visit to Año cutting ceremony, as well as sips of Nuevo in the 1980s. As part of a Scripps College course on coastal environments, she Champagne and coffee. The organization will also offer special prize drawings that traveled down the coast of California with her classmates, camping and studying near day for visitors and for those who decide to become members. shore habitats, including at Año Nuevo.

Friends of the Elephant Seal formed “It’s just the most unusual [animal],” in 1997 as the beaches near the Piedras said Haugsness, who now chairs both the Blancas lighthouse began to fill with new visitor center planning committee and elephant seals giving birth to their young. the docent training committee for the San Now, those beaches support an estimated Simeon-based Friends of the Elephant Seal, a nonprofit dedicated to elephant seal 25,000 elephant seals throughout the year.

“We are now the largest mainland stewardship, education, and interpretation. rookery,” Haugsness said, adding that Her background as a biological approximately 1 million visitors from all oceanographer was evident as she described the educational displays that the over the world find their way to the colony every year. nonprofit’s new 1,000-square-foot visitors Working in collaboration with California center enables them to have. These include a collection of elephant seal skulls ranging State Parks, Friends of the Elephant Seal trains volunteer docents to man the from adult male to pup, a giant flat-screen viewing area just south of the lighthouse, that livestreams video from cameras set about 7.8 miles from San Simeon. With up at the Point Piedras Blancas rookery, about 100 trained docents, the nonprofit and a display about the primary food helps educate visitors about how to sources for female elephant seals. view wildlife safely (from a distance) Haugsness said their food sources are and interprets elephant seal behavior. thousands of miles away, and the fish Haugsness started her volunteer work they eat live in the “twilight zone” of the with Friends as a docent in 2019. ocean—deep, dark water—and “migrate “We have a very large and dedicated up to the surface at night and down away group of volunteers because it is just so from the predators by day.” Elephant seal fun to go to the beach and meet people females feed “on this deep sea scattering from all over the world,” Haugsness said. layer of this primarily bioluminescent She joined the board in 2021, and is the lantern fish,” she added. board liaison for education in addition The new center has been open since to the committees she participates on.

May 25, and Haugsness said it averages Traveling up from San Diego about 50 visitors a day five or six times a year, now, whereas it might she stays in the area for a have been five or fewer week at a time to do what Send business and at the old visitors center, she needs to do for the nonprofit information to which is much smaller nonprofit. Haugsness will strokes@newtimesslo.com. and doubled as an office be in San Simeon on July space for the nonprofit.

16 for the new visitors Friends is planning to use center’s grand opening. the larger space to host speakers, bring in “We are really looking at this as a book authors, and provide an educational celebratory event. We are hoping to reach space for big groups. a lot of people,” she said, adding that it “It provides us with more ability to expands the nonprofit’s opportunities educate the public,” Haugsness said. “It to reach people and hopefully provide expands our interpretive and viewing area.” education. “The health of the rookery On July 16 between 11 a.m. and 4 and the importance of a safe breeding p.m., Friends is hosting a grand opening and molting beach. … It’s essential to the celebration at the center, located at the survival of this species.”

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MESSENGER, KRIS “TOM”, 72, of Los Osos passed away 6/17/2022 arrangements with Marshall Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel MILLER, GARY LYNN, 68, of Paso Robles passed away 6/24/2022 arrangements with Chapel of the Roses

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AUGUST 7, 1941 – JU NE 9, 2022

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ince was born in a boxcar in Hardin, Montana. He attended Oceano Elementary and graduated Arroyo Grande High School in 1959. In high school he was a talented athlete who played football, tennis, and wrestled.

He was named Eagle of the Year for being an allaround athlete.

He attended Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria where he continued his football achievements. Vince was selected to the AllAmerican team as a fullback for the Bulldogs in 1960. The Bulldogs also won the State Championship that year over Riverside City College in the annual Orange Show Bowl game.

He attended long enough to play the spring game at UC Santa Barbara before transferring to Washington State where he continued his reputation as a tough fullback for the Cougars from 1962-63. He would earn a bachelor’s degree there and a master’s degree in Portland, Oregon.

After college he joined the Peace Corps where he spent some time helping the locals in Bolivia learn how to farm and create a better water supply.

His next adventure was a tour in Vietnam with the U.S. Navy Construction Battalion, better known as Seabees. They built bases, bridges, landing strips, and other structures to support the war effort during the Tet Offensive in Vietnam.

Vince began his teaching and coaching careers at Parkrose High School in Oregon. He eventually brought his infectious smile and unique ability to connect with his students at Arroyo Grande High School until he went to Judkins Middle School. He also substituted at local high schools for many years. He enjoyed being with the kids and preferred being face to face with his students rather than online. He mentored many kids through his coaching of wrestling and girls’ volleyball. Some of these kids were children of classmates he went to high school with. Within the outpouring of comments and condolences, so many of his former Arroyo Grande High School students (and classmates) recall him as a great teacher and coach with a robust laugh. He is remembered as someone who was very inspiring, patient, and genuine.

Vince loved to have fun and loved to dance to reggae music and ride his mortorcycle. His big passion was sports, of all kinds, participating or spectating. He loved to play golf and tennis with friends and family.

He was a steady supporter of local teams and would attend basketball games (and other sports) long after his teaching days. He would even go to his cousin’s grandkids’ baseball games to show his support.

Vince is survived by his partner of 18 years, Marilyn Morris; three All-American Fullback sons, Stephen, Peter, and William Antonio; four grandchildren, Gage, Raine, Cyrus, and Rose Antonio; two sisters, JoAnn Antonio Bosworth, and Hilda Antonio Fischer. Other survivors include his former wife of 37 years, Diane Antonio, and innumerable cousins and family by whom he will be missed.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Aug. 13, 2022, at Biddle Park in Arroyo Grande (Willow Bluff site) from 1 to 5 p.m.

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Opinion Apples and oranges T he opinion writer of “Bodily autonomy” (June 30) uses a form of argumentation known as “reducto ad absurdum” when equating bodily autonomy regarding vaccines with a woman’s right to choose an abortion.

The main difference is contagion and the health and welfare of the public. No woman has ever become pregnant sitting next to a pregnant woman on a bus or plane. Not true of COVID-19.

Contagion is why vaccines have occasionally been a requirement in our country. They have brought dangerous

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illnesses such as polio, smallpox, and measles under control and in some cases eradicated them from the world.

When COVID-19 was new and little was known about it, people were dropping like flies, and more than 1 million Americans have died. We learned that the disease is easily transmitted, some strains more than others.

If those who refuse to be vaccinated go out in public, they can spread the disease. Those who have medical reasons for not being vaccinated can obtain a doctor’s exemption.

relocating elsewhere. It no longer feels like home.

Thank you, Jean.

Lori Barraza Morro Bay

With the recent celebration of our county’s 246th Independence Day, we would like to recognize, among those who keep our democracy strong, SLO County Who will be Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano and her the truth police? staff at the county Elections Office. They worked diligently to run a safe, secure, In defense of her choice to not celebrate and fair primary election in our county. It the founding of our nation, Ms. Burns was a difficult election due in part to the Slater does a thorough job of detailing long ballot and the need to count so many what she sees as the major problems vote-by-mail ballots. Stepping up to the facing this country (“No longer united,” challenge, our local election officials, their July 7). She makes many accurate staffs, hundreds of volunteers, and the points. We still have a lot of work to do USPS employees who delivered the ballots trying to ensure that all citizens have an made it work. Voter turnout was high for equal shot at the American dream. But a primary election at about 50 percent.

I don’t think any of that diminishes the We also want to thank the candidates generally good intentions of the founders who participated in the election. We … viewed from the context of their time. salute your commitment to public service. It is that founding that we celebrate.

Running for public office is not easy, and The words are “more perfect union.” Not we admire those who make the sacrifices perfect union. Not the perfect union. The necessary to do so. word more was carefully chosen. They Voting is the life’s blood of our were trying to make something better democracy. The League than what they had. of Women Voters of San However, what actually Luis Obispo County is prompts my reply is dedicated to protecting the author’s view of the Send us your the right to vote. We First Amendment where views and opinion to are immensely proud early in the essay she letters@newtimesslo.com. of our elections officials complains, “This country and their staffs. They, allows politicians, the like their counterparts in media, corporations and communities across our nation, have individuals to present non-truths under worked to ensure the integrity of our the guise of the First Amendment.” And elections. We are fortunate to have them concludes that, “Adopted in 1792, this working for us to protect our precious amendment does not give permission for right to vote. untruths or distortions of the truth.” She Cindy Marie Absey is right. The amendment neither allows president nor forbids this, probably because the League of Women Voters authors were wise enough to understand of San Luis Obispo County that proving the difference between a lie and a genuinely proffered belief in a “truth” that is untrue .… well, you get My feelings exactly the idea. Man cannot fly, Russia hoax, This message is to commend Jean COVID-19 treatments, etc.

Burns Slater for this articulate, Is the author suggesting that there moving, and honest piece in the most should be some law or other vehicle to recent issue of New Times (“No longer prevent the spread of untruths? Seems united,” July 7). Ms. Burns Slater said to me that if you are going to go after the everything I have felt and wanted to First Amendment, you might offer some say for a long time. If I were not in my specific positive steps forward as to how twilight years, I would defi nitely be

Speak up!

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It is a public health issue, and not only rude, but lacking in compassion, to disregard the possibility of spreading disease to any person one may encounter.

We build community by building trust, and sharing in creating a safer public space for all.

But only a man can make a woman become pregnant, and it takes more than sitting next to her and breathing on her.

The writer should learn the difference between apples and oranges.

Christine Mulholland San Luis Obispo

to fix it. Ms. Burns Slater is an eloquent writer and obviously a thoughtful person.

I would really love to read her ideas on how this First Amendment problem might be addressed. Who will be the wise and unbiased truth police?

Frank Johnson Paso Robles

In response to ‘Build or preserve?’

These are very very stressful times.

Green open spaces are known to make peace with your heart and soul and body.

Many scientific studies show that the benefits of open green community space is space well spent for the well-being and happiness of the community. Driving around town, I noticed when I come to an open space I take a deep breath and just enjoy for a very brief moment the wonders

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of life and calmness in a little wild space.

Below is excerpt from an article in Time and “What green spaces can do to your mood.”

“It might seem intuitive that spending time outside is good for you. Whether it’s taking a walk to clear your head or smelling flowers in a backyard garden, getting outside is a dependable way to feel better.

“The effect is real, and over the years, scientists have shown that nature can provide stress relief, increase social interaction, encourage physical exercise, and even help soothe mental illness.

“But this effect isn’t limited to forests or beaches that may be miles away. Growing research suggests that just about any kind of green space—from hiking trails and coastlines to soccer fields and local parks—can make you happier and boost your mental health.”

We really don’t need more houses, especially with the current water and energy situation (“Build or preserve?” July 7). Why don’t we just meander over to a free and open space in nature and take in some tree and plant love and think about this before we do something that we can’t undo and will likely cause more stress because there is no time to breathe.

Jeanne Blackwell San Luis Obispo

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BY JOHN DONEGAN

Conservatives and guns W hy won’t conservatives agree to what you anti-gun liberals see as “common sense” gun restrictions? In a word: trust.

Some of the proposals aren’t that bad, but with your visceral loathing of all guns and gun owners, and your insistence on blaming gun violence on everything but the shooter, we don’t trust you to act rationally and honestly on the subject.

You still wouldn’t be satisfied if we acquiesced to your demands. Your party is controlled by anti-gun extremists, and the claims that you are not interested in banning all guns are unconvincing.

June was a busy month in the gun control battle. The U.S. Supreme Court rendered a decision striking down New York’s law for issuing concealed carry permits, and then Congress passed legislation regulating firearms.

Despite the florid hyperbole of Democrats, the Supreme Court ruling will make little functional difference.

It merely holds that New York may not act arbitrarily in denying permit applications. This is already the law applied in 41 states, with only nine states (including California) allowing authorities complete discretion as to who will be granted a permit. Gun crimes by those with with permits are rare.

You may be surprised to learn that many of us conservatives are not all that upset about the new legislation.

Banning “straw man” purchases, and closing the “boyfriend loophole” is fine with me. Extending background checks into juvenile criminal and mental health records is a good idea. Extending the waiting period from three to 10 days is a nuisance, but not the end of the world. The funding of mental health programs seems like another instance of ineffectual and wasteful Democratic spending just for the fun of it, but what’s new about that?

“Red flag” laws, taking guns away from the dangerously insane, can be either good or bad, depending upon how they are implemented. The devil is in the details. It is pretty easy to see how these could be abused and used maliciously by an estranged spouse, feuding neighbor, or a workplace rival. A gun owner might be unjustifiably forced into years of a Kafkaesque struggle to recover his guns from a bureaucracy ideologically inclined to oppose him, merely upon an unsupported allegation. Any “red flag” seizure should be supported by evidence of actual conduct, like serious threats, assaultive behavior, or mental health commitment; be proven by credible sources; and allow for immediate and independent judicial review without cost or the requirement of an attorney.

Criminal penalties should be applied for misuse of the process.

Many other proposals are problematic.

For example, requiring a high tech device to limit the use of a gun to only the owner? I suggest that you visualize needing a gun during a home break in and being put on hold by tech support.

A ban on what you call “assault rifles” would only be cosmetic, as these function

just like other rifles long used for hunting or target shooting, and other guns are just as deadly. Truly automatic assault rifles have been illegal for the last 100 years or so. You’re just emotionally reacting to the scary military look and image of the gun. The Uvalde, Texas, shooter would have killed as many people with a typical handgun. It never makes sense to allow people who do not understand a subject to regulate it.

Even if all those regulations were enacted, you would still not be satisfied.

The carnage in Chicago, Los Angles, Baltimore, and elsewhere would continue unabated using the illegally possessed guns already in existence, and each new atrocity would move you to demand that even more onerous restrictions be imposed upon the law-abiding gun owner.

And, even if the entire country banned all guns, seeing the ease with which massive amounts of fentanyl and immigrants illegally enter our borders, it is easy to see a lot of guns being smuggled in to satisfy criminal demand.

The recent revelation that the California Department of Justice, headed by a Democratic attorney general, released the personal information of thousands of concealed-carry permit holders, has done nothing to increase our trust. Whether this was intentional or merely negligent, it is hard to see giving even more power to untrustworthy authorities.

We are frustrated by the refusal of antigun liberals to confront the true cause of gun violence: the shooters. Liberals refuse to effectively enforce laws already in place, yet demand even more laws. Far more people are killed each year in “catch and release” Chicago alone, including children, than die in the more spectacular mass shootings. Liberals refuse to acknowledge the greater carnage because it would require questioning their bizarre criminal justice agenda and their distaste for imprisoning criminals.

If you want to end the current impasse, you’ll need to first abandon your efforts to ban all guns and learn to deal rationally and honestly with the issue. But I doubt that you are capable of that. ∆

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’m not sure what’s worse: Someone railing at a local school board meeting about how school was only invented so children could learn to read the Bible or a rat pack of SLO County residents continuing to insist that some thing is wrong with elections.

“We do not have fairness and transparency in our elections,” brokenrecord Richard “I Am Redistricting” Patten told the SLO County Board of Supervisors on July 12. “They are clouded. They’re kept hidden.”

The very same day, Patten’s election count observing buddy Darcia Stebbens filed a ballot recount demand for primary election votes in the 4th District supervisor race “on behalf of Lynn Compton (not necessarily at the request of),” who lost to challenger Jimmy Paulding by more than 600 votes and said she totally accepts the election results. Stebbens joined Patten on the public comment mic that morning, telling the board that she will “continue to speak on election integrity.”

“We have local governance that is in question,” she said.

In question by whom? You and your buddy Patten? The person who lost the election believes the count is accurate enough to concede that she lost. And who’s paying for this recount? Because it’s not going to be cheap, and it sure sounds like Compton’s campaign chest—or whatever’s left of it—is off the table.

The crazy thing to me is that both

Patten and Stebbens sat outside the county Elections Office and watched county staffers count the primary election ballots—what’s not transparent about that?

Meanwhile, the wheel of right-rightright-wing crazies keeps on squeaking during public comment at the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District’s board meetings.

On July 12 (There’s that date again!), frequent public commenter Peter Burn waxed poetic on how diversity, equality, and inclusion is a mask for critical race theory trying to “turn our children into activists” hell-bent on achieving the “destruction of our government.” You know, because socialism!

“We should be giving our students the tools that they need to succeed, not how to be equal,” he said.

Equality, schmequality, amirite?

Bootstraps are really all that students need!

The agitator who followed Burn was convinced that the board had forgotten the origins of school—Bible reading, ’riting, and ’rithmatic. He had to be physically removed from board chambers after his aggressively belligerent rant, which ended with “you guys suck.”

Whew! There was a moment there where I wasn’t sure anyone was going to make it.

But the board will live to fight another

culture war, with its next battle currently scheduled for Aug. 9. At that time, the district is going to discuss what board President Chris Arend calls “LGBT—I can’t get the whole sequence of letters together,” what board member Lance Gannon referred to as “LBGT,” and what new trustee Frank Triggs believes involves grooming and recruiting.

“You cannot force someone to call a he a she because they’re under the delusion that they are,” Triggs stammered, later saying that it’s a violation of a teacher’s First Amendment right.

“That’s compelled speech,” board member Dorian Baker added.

“It’s tricky,” Arend said. “I don’t think that we’re going to get to a situation where we’ll be compelling teachers to use a specific pronoun because, you know, a little child wants to be.”

“Are we at that point?” Baker asked.

Gosh. I think we’ve been telling teachers what to say and how to act for a very long time. Remember that discussion last year, when the board voted to tell teachers exactly how they could teach anything that the district might “define” as critical race theory?

You all sound like a bunch of hypocrites. And belittling students? You guys do suck.

Time to get woke. And by woke, I mean, can we get some people who aren’t old white guys to run for the Paso school board, please? We’ll take anybody at this point.

That’s at least four ignoramuses out of seven. How do you think the LGBTQplus policy discussion is going to go? I’ll definitely be tuning in to find out.

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Meanwhile Superintendent Curt Dubost’s mannerisms toward the board on June 28, when it discussed agendizing the discussion, were telling. And so was the fact that no one could really figure out whether the LGBTQ-plus “training” everyone was so upset about had actually happened. Turns out, there was training, but it was in compliance with state mandates. Maybe?

Dubost said he couldn’t be sure.

“We did stop when the concerns were raised,” Dubost said.

“If you had to put a stop to it, there was something ongoing,” Gannon said.

Sounds like everyone up there has a good handle on things.

Kind of like how SLO County’s new homelessness plan is just going to eradicate the homeless crisis. In five years, the county wants to put “a big dent in the problem.” But we can’t even define the scope of the problem in 2022—the homeless Point-In-Time Count happened in February and the data is still in the “development” process.

Where’s the preliminary data? Santa Barbara County, which conducted that count at the same time, announced those numbers soon after its count took place.

Good thing SLO County’s five-year plan includes improving data collection in the first year. Maybe we’ll get the numbers for 2022 by 2023. In which case, we’ll already be a year behind in the five-year plan. ∆ The Shredder is ready for thoughts and prayers. Send them to shredder@ newtimesslo.com.

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VIBRANT VIEWS

Gallery Los Olivos will hold its latest duo exhibition, Summer Refresh, through Sunday, July 31. This exhibit highlights a collection of colorful paintings created by local artists and longtime collaborators Terri Taber and Carol Talley. To find out more about the showcase, call (805) 688-7517 or visit gallerylosolivos.com.

The gallery is located at 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.

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36TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF PASTELS USA This juried event is a collective of exceptional pastel artworks, featuring some of the finest contemporary artists in the world. Through Aug. 8 Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-7722504, artcentermorrobay.org.

ALLISON REIMUS: FEELINGS IN A FAMILIAR FRAMEWORK New paintings by New Jersey-based artist Allison Reimus. Opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. ongoing 805-305-9292. leftfieldslo.com. Left Field Gallery, 1036 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos.

ART AND ABOUT MORRO BAY Join us for Art and About Morro Bay, a self-guided art walk that gives the community an opportunity to experience visual, literary, and performing art in galleries and other venues. Visit site for a map of locations. (Events will not occur on major holidays). Fourth Saturday of every month, 1-4 p.m. Free.

805-544-9251. artsobispo.org/art-and-about. Morro Bay (participating artists), Townwide, Morro Bay.

CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS 2022 JURIED SHOW The juror for this show is Franceska Alexander, MFA. She’s the author of “Gallery Ready: A Creative Blueprint for Visual Artists.” Through Aug. 28, 11 a.m. cambriaarts.org/gallery-exhibits/. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

COMEDY NIGHT A stand-up show how with You Had To Be There Comedy. All food and drinks will be provided

by True Earth Market and Deli. There will be 5 different professional comedians and national touring acts coming up to make the happy tears. July 16, 7-9 p.m. $20. eventbrite.com. Vyana Wellness Collective, 4090 Burton Dr #6, Cambria, (805) 235-8785.

DONALD ARCHER’S FIGURATIVE PAINTINGS Archer’s figurative paintings will be up at Cambria Library through June 30.

Tuesdays-Saturdays 805-927-4336. slolibrary. org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.

FINE ART ASSEMBLAGES BY STEVE DAYTON The assemblages are made by taking small hand-built familiar objects and motifs and placing them in box frames to create absurd scenes that include absurd and humorous titles. Through July 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-7721068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

FINE ART PAINTINGS BY HOPE MYERS Hope is an award-winning watercolorist, collage painter, and jewelry crafter. She has been creating her artwork on the Central Coast for more than 30 years. Opening reception: July

9. Through July 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-772-2504, artcentermorrobay.org.

FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREGORY SIRAGUSA In Greg’s own words: “Photography is an

husband, watercolorist, Robert Fleming, have an ongoing show of originals and giclee prints of Morro Bay and local birds. ongoing 805-772-9955. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca.com.

opportunity to marvel at all the beauty in the world. Birds, sunsets, mountains, oceans, each offers a journey into the sublime.” Through July 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

FOREVER STOKED PAINT PARTY Join us at the gallery, for a few hours to travel on a creative paint journey guided by a member of the fun loving FS crew. You will receive as much or as little instruction as you prefer. No artistic experience is necessary. Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. $45. 805-772-9095. Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. METAL ART BY TRUDI GILLIAM Gilliam creates her sculptures using copper, brass, nickel/silver, and found objects. This new series of whales and birds uses copper and sea glass. ongoing 805-772-9955. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca.com.

MOSAIC TRIVET WORKSHOP During this workshop, you will learn how to design and create a mosaic trivet. You will learn how to select materials, lay out a pleasing pattern, and adhere the tiles to the trivet base. You will learn how to properly grout and seal your project. ongoing, 1-4 p.m. $60. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/ workshops/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

MOSAICS FOR ALL LEVELS What will you create using all of the colorful supplies Joan Martin Fee brings for you to play with? How about a stepping stone, a garden rock, wine bottle wall art, a heart, or something else? July 24 Various. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime. com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. PLEIN AIR PAINTERS OF THE CENTRAL COAST A self-directed fun group of dynamic artists who enjoy painting and sketching outdoors. Meet at the Art Center Morro Bay and then the group decides on the location to go paint.

THE PLEIN AIR TEAM Acrylic artist, Nancy Lynn, and

THE REBOOT (STORYTELLING REIMAGINED) Enjoy a live show of entertaining, true personal stories around a different theme each month performed in an enchanted garden theater under the stars. The event offers “story gold for folks who delight in all things well told.” Fourth Friday of every month, 7-9:15 p.m. through Oct. 28 Free. 805-7729225. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.

SUCCULENT AND DRIFTWOOD PLANTERS Learn how easy it is to create with succulents. Choose from two sizes of round wreaths or decorate a piece of recycled wood with driftwood then add succulents or create an adorable layered driftwood planter. Care instructions are provided. July 23, 10 a.m.-noon Various. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime. com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COU NT Y

ART AND WINE SATURDAY Travel the Pleasant Valley Wine Trail and explore local art while tasting delicious wines. At each stop you will find a featured artist or an art related activity. July 16, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. my805tix.com.

Pleasant Valley Wine Trail, San Miguel Hills, San Miguel.

DEPRISE BRESCIA ART GALLERY: OPEN DAILY Features a large selection of encaustic art, sculpted paintings, art installations, acrylic palette knife paintings, digital art, glass, jewelry, stones, fossils, and a butterfly sculpture garden. ongoing DepriseBrescia.com. Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles, 310-621-7543.

FACES OF FREEDOM Come experience the ‘Faces of Freedom’ mural on the giant jigsaw puzzle of the United States of America. A 15-foot spectacular display of color and vibrancy.

Fridays, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. through July 31 Free. 310-6217543. Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles.

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INDEX Arts ............................[16] Culture & Lifestyle.......[20] Food & Drink..............[24] Music .........................[26]

FARMSTEAD In this unique exhibition, FARMstead artists show work characterized by our local agriculture. This show features pieces inspired by farm animals, equipment, products, and the people that work in this industry.

Through Aug. 28 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/.

Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

LADIES ENCHANTED EVENING Enjoy a special evening creating a fused glass plate while drinking a bubbly beverage awaiting your turn for a personal intuitive card reading by Tiffany, owner of Oracle Atascadero.

Readings will be conducted in the private loft area upstairs. All materials included. July 16, 5-7 p.m. $150.

805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero.

PAINT AND SIP CLASS Joining forces with the talents of Art Social, the winery will offer classes twice a month for you to sip and get creative on the vineyard. Friday classes held at 7 p.m. Sunday classes held at noon. July 15 my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

PAINT AND SIP WITH ARTSOCIAL 805 Join ArtSocial805 for some painting fun on the patio at 15c in Templeton. $45 admission includes everything you need to complete your very own summer masterpiece, plus a glass of bubbles. July 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $45. 903-3682496. artsocial805.com. 15 Degrees C Wine Shop and Bar, 624 S Main St., unit 101, Templeton.

STUDIOS ON THE PARK: CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of classes and workshops offered. ongoing studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800.

YOUTH ART CAMP A camping-themed art camp.

Participants will paint, print, create and explore the wild side of art with camping-themed projects. S’mores and other fun awaits. Ages 7 to 17 welcome. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.noon through Aug. 19 $100. 903-368-2496. artsocial805. com. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

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

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ALL LEVELS POTTERY CLASSES Anam Cre is a pottery studio in SLO that offers a variety of classes. This specific class is open to any level. Teachers are present for questions, but the class feels more like an open studio time for potters.

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. $40. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-896-6197, anamcre.com.

ART EXHIBIT: OUT OF THE BLUE The GROUP, a collective group of talented women who share a passion for creative expression, join Art Central’s Gallery this June and July in a dynamic exhibit, Out of the Blue. Meet the artists and mingle on June 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. through Aug. 1 Free.

805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/portfolio/out-of-the-blue/.

Art Central, 1329 Monterey 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.” MondaysSaturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805747-4200. artcentralslo.com/gallery-artists/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

ARTISTS AT SLO GALLERY Feast your eyes on amazing works by exceptional California artists. The ever-changing display of fine art includes paintings, photography, and sculpture representing a wide variety of styles from abstract to realism. Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 2 Free. 805-926-5050. slogallery.com. SLO Gallery, 1019 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo.

BISQUEWARE PAINTING Paint a mug, platter, or figurine. All materials provided, and many options to choose from. No class fee, just pay for item and firing. For large parties, please call in advance. Mondays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Sept. 5 $10-$65. 805-896-6197. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com.

BLUE AND YELLOW MAKE GREEN: CHILDREN’S ART CLASS Students will learn how to mix colors using acrylic paints, the basics on color matching, and what contrasting colors are and how they relate to each other.

For ages 5 to 11. July 17, 2:30-3:30 p.m. $25 per student or $40 for two students. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo. com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

p.m. $25. 805-747-4200. mcrobbinsstudios.as.me/schedule. php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

CERAMIC LESSONS AND MORE Now offering private

to 16. July 21, 10:30 a.m.-noon Check website for price.

805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

one-on-one and group lessons in the ceramic arts. Both hand building and wheel throwing options. Beginners welcomed. ongoing 805-835-5893. hmcruceceramics. com/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

FREE DOCENT TOURS AT SLOMA Gain a deeper understanding of the artwork on view with SLOMA’s new docent tours. Saturdays, 11 a.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

children and adults. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

CHILDREN’S CLASS: BEGINNING DRAWING This

FUN FRAMES WITH THE FAMILY: FAMILY ART CLASS Bring in a picture of your child or family and we’ll

org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 543-8562.

will be a two-part class. Part one (July 10) will focus on creating shapes, shading images, and focus on drawing animals. In part two (July 17), students will learn the basics of how to draw a face. To sign-up, contact Spencer at spencerpoulter@yahoo.com Sundays, 1-2 p.m. through July 17 $25 per student or $40 for two students. 805-7474200. artcentralslo.com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

COMEDY NIGHT Professional comedy show featuring local and touring comics. Hosted by Aidan Candelario. Third Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. $5. 805-540-8300. Bang the Drum Brewery, 1150 Laurel Lane, suite 130, San Luis Obispo, bangthedrumbrewery.com.

create a colorful frame to match. More details on website. To sign-up, email spencerpoulter@yahoo.com July 21, 3-4 p.m. $30 per pair. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshopsevents/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

FUN WITH PAPER: ABSTRACT COLLAGE (CHILDREN’S CLASS) Using acrylic paints and various collage materials, students will layer to construct a balanced colorful painting. Gloves will be provided to all students. All skill levels welcome. For ages 5 to 11. July 21, 1-2 p.m. Check website for price. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

JULY KIDS ART CAMP Calling all kids (ages 5 and up) to join this camp. Anam Cre this outdoor production, described as is hosting a garden-themed summer camp.

Shakespearean in its epic passion and lush Kids will create crafts, including: flower language. A romantic swashbuckling tale sculptures, painting pots, tie-dye, and of love, honor, friendship, and panache. more. Snacks provided. Tuesdays, 1:30A timeless story that celebrates love and JULY 14 – JULY 21 4:30 p.m. through July 26 $250. anamcre. the humorous and heartbreaking ways we 2022 com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 try to express it. Fridays, 7:30-10 p.m. and Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-896-6197.

Saturdays, Sundays, 6-8:30 p.m. through Aug. 14 $12-$20. centralcoastshakespeare.org/. Filipponi KIDS IMPROV CLASS Six week sessions for ages Ranch, 1850 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo.

9 to 12; a fun opportunity to learn about self-expression

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DATE NIGHT POTTERY Looking for a fun date night?

Head to Anam Cre Pottery Studio and play with clay.

Couples will learn how to throw a pot on the wheel and make a cheeseboard. Fridays, Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. $140.

Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-896-6197, anamcre.com.

DISCOVERING ITALIC CALLIGRAPHY WITH MARY LOU JOHNSON Learn the basics of Italic Script using

and gain confidence in a positive, uplifting small group setting. Classes led by credentialed, experienced theater teachers. Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. through July 14 $225 for all six weeks. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Central Coast Comedy Theater Training Center, 2078 Parker Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, 803-487-4401.

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.

805-441-8257. Patricia Martin: Whispering Vista Studios, 224 Squire Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, patriciamartinartist.com.

CAMILLE HOFFMAN: SEE AND MISSED Artist

a Pilot Parallel Pen. Upper and lower case letters will be reviewed and demonstrated. We’ll explore the versatility of the Pilot Pens featuring a broad edge. July 16, 12-4 p.m. $35 (must bring pen and pay $5 material fee). 805-7474200. artcentralslo.com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

Camille Hoffman uses materials collected from childhood and her everyday life to craft imaginary landscapes that are grounded in accumulation, rehabilitation, personal narrative, and historical critique. Through Aug. 22 sloma.

DRAWING IN DEPTH: YOUNG ADULT ART CLASS

LITTLE SPARKLE LAVENDER: CHILDREN’S ART CLASS Join Meagan Robbins in this step by step tutorial to

Focus on using one-point and two-point perspective to make the artworks look more 3-dimensional. Students will be using graphite and charcoal in this lesson. For ages 11

learn how to paint lavender flowers. Learn some easy acrylic techniques to add some texture into your painting (using items you probably have in your kitchen). July 14, 2:30-3:30

The Central Coast Shakespeare Festival July 22 through August 14

Pack your picnic, dust off that lawn chair and join us for LIVE theatre al fresco!

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MASK MAKING AND HAT MAKING Geared for

MIX IT UP Ardella (Jo) Swanberg’s specialty is watercolor but she is interested in how other media interact. So in this class, she proposes to “mix it up.” Each media has unique characteristics. Some play well with others and some don’t. Third Tuesday of every month, 1:30-4:30 p.m. $40. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshopsevents/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

PAINTING CLASSES Easels, brushes, and canvases provided. Limited to 20 students. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

SLO COMEDY UNDERGROUND Headlining is the talented UCSB Alum, Corde Snell, featuring El Gordo Mamon, with SLO Comedy Undergound’s David Uhlfelder.

July 21, 6-9 p.m. $10 online and $15 at the door. 805215-3669. slopublicmarket.com. SLO Public Market, Bonetti Ranch, San Luis Obispo.

SUMMER CAMP FOR YOUTH (AGES 9-12 YEARS) For ages 9 to 12 years. A fun five-day collaborative exploration of comedy, performance, and teamwork culminating in a show for family and friends. July 18-23, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $225 for all 5 days of camp. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Central Coast Comedy Theater Training Center, 2078 Parker Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, 803-487-4401.

TEEN IMPROV, STAND-UP, AND SKETCH COMEDY SUMMER CAMP A five-day camp with a focus on learning the art of improv comedy, stand-up, and sketch.

Students will learn improv games, write their own comedy material for sketch and stand-up, then perform live in a show. July 18-23, 2-4 p.m. $225 for all five days of camp. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Central Coast Comedy Theater Training Center, 2078 Parker Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, 803-487-4401.

VIRGINIA MACK: BEGINNING WATERCOLOR This is a watercolor class designed to let you jump in and try out this engaging medium through experimentation.

It’s designed for beginners and those with watercolor experience who wish to expand their knowledge of painting in watercolors. To enroll please contact Mack via email: vbmack@charter.net Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $35. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshopsevents/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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WATERCOLORS AND GOLD: ADULT ART CLASS Enjoy making original and creative cards

RAMONA GARDEN PARK SUNDAYS · 3–6PM

with organic floral designs. July 17, 12:15-2:15 p.m. $30 per student or $50 for two students. 805747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshops-events/.

Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

CAL HOPE SLO GROUPS AT TMHA Visit website for full list of weekly Zoom groups available. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays calhopeconnect.org.

Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-270-3346.

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CAMP SHORESHIM 2022 The JCC-Federation of San Luis Obispo is thrilled to host its 11th summer of Camp Shoreshim. Experience this summer’s camp theme, Gemilut Chasadim, which is Hebrew for “acts of loving kindness.” July 22, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $295. 805-4265465. jccslo.com/camp-shoreshim.html. JCC-Federation of SLO Property, 875 Laureate Lane, San Luis Obispo.

This gut-busting parody follows the adventures of Butch and Sundance as they change the course of history in the Old West. En route to Bolivia, the two outlaws find the perfect hideout in a town where nothing ever happens: Oceano. WednesdaysSaturdays, 7 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays, 2 p.m. and Sundays, 6 p.m. through Aug. 6 $30-$36. 805-4892499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

CENTRAL COAST POLYAMORY (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Hosting a discussion group featuring different topics relating to ethical non-monogamy every month.

Virtually meet via Zoom. Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

MIXED MEDIA FOR AGES 5-6 AND 7-12

80’s Rock N’ Roll July 17th

For ages 5-6 (Mondays) and 7-12 (Tuesdays).

Mondays, Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. 805-6682125. lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

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All materials included. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. and Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $35. 805-668-2125. lila.community. Guests can come in and decide what materials they would like to work with and create freely. Share your creative process with others and see how your work will flourish. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. and Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $40. 805-6682125. Lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

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Classic Rock, Pop & Country July 24th

MILO SAMPSON 1946: A MUSICAL A one-act radio-stage production of a noir murder mystery, with ten original songs. FridaysSundays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. through July 17 $27.50.

805-344-1144. Los Alamos Theatre Group, 515 Bell Street, Los Alamos, latgstore.square.site.

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Creative Me Time hosts its next Succulent and Driftwood Planter workshop at Art Center Morro Bay on Saturday, July 23, from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants of the class will create and decorate their own driftwood planters using recycled wood, succulents, wreaths, and other materials. For more info, call (805) 286-5993 or visit creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay is located at 835 Main St., Morro Bay. —C.W.

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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. 805528-4880. baysidemartialarts.com. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos.

CENTRAL COAST SLIM DOWN Take control of food without suffering. Learn a step-by-step process to take control of overeating, cravings, and feel peace with food.

Build the habits, mindset, and your unique path with results that stick. Hosted byTami Cruz (Certified Health/Life Coach) and Dana Charvet (Coach/Fitness Trainer). ongoing Call for pricing info. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching. com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. CENTRAL COAST WOOD CARVERS Learn the art of wood carving or wood burning. Join Central Coast Wood Carvers in Morro Bay at St. Timothy’s. Open for beginners, intermediate, or advance. Learn a wide range of techniques and skills. Mask Required. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Free. St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay, 805-772-2840, sttimothymorrobay.org/index.html.

MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Disciplines

Maria Hudak

RN & Certified Life & Health Coach

include advanced athletic performance fitness training, Thai kickboxing, and more. Beginners to advanced students welcome. Day and evening classes offered.

Mondays-Saturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for more info.

805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

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and summer camps. ongoing cityfarmslo.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

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and see what the Central Coast has to offer you. Through July 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-402-9437. Giovanni’s Fish Market, 1001 Front St., Morro Bay.

WEEKLY QIGONG PRACTICE AT FITNESSWORKS MORRO BAY Calm your mind and nourish your joints with a weekly Qigong practice led by Mike Raynor of Tai Chi Rejuvenation. The practice is rooted in Qigong fundamentals, and standing/moving meditations. Forms include: Eight Brocades, Five Elements, Shibashi 18, and Tai chi 24. Saturdays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Members free; non-members $8-$10. 805-772-7466. fitnessworksmb. com. FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay.

ZEN IN MOTION Learn the Shaolin Water Style and other deep breathing and moving meditation techniques with the 2019 Taijiquan Instructor of the Year. Beginners Welcome.

Instructor Certification Courses available. Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

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CALIFORNIA MID-STATE FAIR Check site for concerts and more info on the fair. July 20-31 Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles.

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.

FREE GUIDED MEDITATION GROUP A free guided meditation group held every Friday morning. Call for more info. Fridays, 10-10:45 a.m. through Jan. 27 Free.

805-439-2757. RuthCherryPhD.com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

GALA PRIDE AND DIVERSITY CENTER BOARD MEETING (VIA ZOOM) Monthly meeting of the Gala Pride and Diversity Center Board of Directors. Meets virtually via Zoom and is open to members of the public. Visit galacc. org/events to fill out the form to request meeting access.

Third Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. No admission fee. galacc.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A safe place for anyone suffering from the pain of depression.

We do not criticize but do share our journey, feelings, and what works for us. We can meet in person or use Zoom if needed. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Free. 805-528-3194. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo.

LGBTQ+ FED THERAPIST LEAD SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A pro-recovery group offering space to those seeking peer support, all stages of ED recovery. We understand recovery isn’t linear and judgment-free support is crucial. Share, listen, and be part of a community building up each other. Third Wednesday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/ events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION (ONLINE MEETING) Zoom series hosted by TMHA. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-270-3346.

Galli, Certified Soul Recovery Coach, will be your guide for a healing, and powerful journey of clearing your mind and body of stuck energy, deepening your connection to spirit, and healing your relationship with yourself. July 14, 6:307:30 p.m. $33. 805-464-2838. oracleatascaderoca.com.

Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES Hotel San Luis Obispo, Piazza Hospitality’s first property on California’s scenic Central Coast, offers outdoor yoga classes on its rooftop terrace. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays $10-$15; complimentary for hotel guests.

805-235-0700. hotel-slo.com. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for

Q YOUTH GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) This is a social support group for LGBTQ+ and questioning youth between the ages of 11-18. Each week the group explores personal, cultural, and social identity. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-441-2164. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.

SANTA LUCIA ROCKHOUNDS MEETING Bring your favorite rock, gem, crystal, fossil, etc., to show the rest of the club. Third Monday of every month, 7 p.m. slrockhounds.org/.

Templeton Community Center, 601 S. Main St., Templeton.

TOPS SUPPORT GROUP: WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE A self-help support group focusing on

TAI CHI AND QI GONG: ZEN IN MOTION Small group classes with 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the Year. Call for time and days. Learn the Shaolin Water Style and 5 Animals Qi Gong. Beginners welcomed. Mondays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call for price details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com.

Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. TAI CHI CHUN CERTIFICATION With the 2019 Tai

Oracle Owner, Tiffany Klemz, as she guides a meditative experience to curate curiosity, wonder, and unity.

Participants will need to bring a journal and pen, along with some objects: one with a scent, one with an interesting texture, and one with a taste. July 21, 6-7:30 p.m. $22. 805-464-2838. oracleatascaderoca.com.

Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

Chi Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

BDSM 101 This monthly class from the Central Coast Kink

TAI CHI CHUN/ QI GONG BASICS Learn the

COMPLIMENTARY SHOWERS WITH SHOWER THE PEOPLE After a short hiatus, the San Luis Obispo

GROUP BREATHWORK HEALING SESSION Monica

present interesting and thought provoking topics of all sorts. Topics are selected in advance and moderated by volunteers. Vaccinations are necessary. Enter through wooden gate to garden area. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. 805528-7111. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, coalescebookstore.com/.

weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. 805242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, 2210 H St., Santa Margarita.

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foundation of Qi Gong, the rooting of breathing, and Shaolin Tai Chi. Tuesdays-Thursdays Call for details. 805701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

Community provides a basic overview of kink, consent, rules, and information to help practitioners be successful and safe.

Attendees must be 18+ years of age. Virtually meets via Zoom. Fourth Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. No admission. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

WATERFRONT MARKET: MORRO BAY All products are hand-made locally in San Luis Obispo County. This family and pet friendly event is free to the public. Come

BEYOND MINDFULNESS Realize your potential through individualized meditation instruction with an experienced teacher via Zoom. This class is for those who

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wish to begin a practice or seek to deepen an existing one. Flexible days and times. Certified with IMTA. Email or text for information. Mondays-Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Sliding scale. 559-905-9274. theartofsilence.net. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

QI GONG FOR MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT Learn and practice qi gong, a Chinese system for physical, mental and spiritual development. This class is conducted outdoors in a beautiful setting, which is the best place to do qi gong, as its inspiration is drawn from nature.

Certified instructor: Devin Wallace. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. $10. 805-709-2227. Crows End Retreat Center, 6340 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo.

SIERRA CLUB SENIOR SAUNTER AT LAGUNA LAKE PARK Easy sociable 2-mile loop walk for views of the lake and 5 morros. Bring optional nature poem to read aloud. Meet in parking lot at end of entrance road to Laguna Lake Park in SLO (near the dog park). July 17, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-549-0355. Laguna Lake Park, 504 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

SLO BLUES BASEBALL The Blues will compete against some of the highest-caliber teams and most sought after players in the country. Visit site for full schedule.

Through Aug. 6 bluesbaseball.com. Sinsheimer Park, 900 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo, 805-781-7222.

SLO LEZ B FRIENDS (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A good core group of friends who gather to discuss topics we love/ care about from movies, outings, music, or being new to the area. We come from all walks of life and most importantly support each other. Transgender and Nonbinary folks welcome.

Third Friday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. sloqueer.groups. io/g/lezbfriends. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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Camp Cass: Paint & Sip Class with Art Social FRIDAY, JULY 15 Cass Winery, Paso Robles

Women Investing in Real Estate (WiiRE) SLO Luncheon FRIDAY, JULY 15 Granada Hotel & Bistro, SLO

Cambria Concerts Unplugged: Zongo All-Stars SATURDAY, JULY 16 Camp Ocean Pines, Cambria

Donate to Resonance – 30-Voice A Cappella Choir 2022 SEASON San Luis Obispo

Art and Wine Saturday SATURDAY, JULY 16 Pleasant Valley Wine Trail, San Miguel

36th Annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival SAT & SUN, JULY 16 & 17 Laguna Lake Park, SLO

vs. Arroyo Seco Saints JULY 16 vs. Santa Barbara Foresters SUNDAY, JULY 17 Sinsheimer Park, San Luis Obispo

Point San Luis Lighthouse Tours In-Person WED & SAT Virtual ON DEMAND Avila Beach

Santa Maria Civic Theatre 2022-2023 Season Pass 2022–2023 SEASON Santa Maria Civic Theatre

Barrel Room Concert: Back Pages Band SUNDAY, JULY 17 Cass Winery, Paso Robles

By the Sea Productions: Church & State FRI, SAT, SUN, JULY 22, 23, 24 545 Shasta Ave, Morro Bay

Olive Oil Class SUNDAY, JULY 24 Cass Winery, Paso Robles

vs. MLB Academy Barons TUES & WED, JULY 26 & 27 Sinsheimer Park, San Luis Obispo

Laugh Therapy Stand-Up Comedy WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 Maverick Saloon, Santa Ynez

Central Coast Ska Festival: Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra FRIDAY, JULY 29 The Siren El Chorro, SLO

Songwriters at Play: Tribute to James Taylor and Carole King FRIDAY, JULY 29 Unity of Santa Maria

vs. Orange County Riptide FRI & SAT, JULY 29 & 30 Sinsheimer Park, San Luis Obispo

Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center Bee’s Knees at The Barn SATURDAY, JULY 30 Guadalupe

SLOFunny Comedy Show SATURDAY, JULY 30 Veterans Memorial Building, Morro Bay

Zongo Yachting Cup THURS., AUG. 4–SUN., AUG. 7 Morro Bay Yacht Club to San Luis Yacht Club of Avila Beach

By the Sea Productions: Murder on the Orient Express FRI., AUG. 5–SUN., SEPT. 4 545 Shasta Ave, Morro Bay

ENCANTO SLO Vacation Bible Camp at St. Stephens Episcopal Church SLO

vs. Arroyo Seco Saints SUNDAY, JULY 31 Sinsheimer Park, San Luis Obispo

Pilates at the Lighthouse SUNDAY, JULY 31 Point San Luis Lighthouse, Avila Beach

Encanto SLO Vacation Bible Camp MON, AUG. 1–FRI, AUG. 5 St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, San Luis Obispo

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SHEENA EASTON

LED ZEPPELIN 2 TRIBUTE

JULY 22

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LOS PARRAS JULY 24

MATT STELL

& THE VIBE SETTERS

& THE WILSON SISTERS

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SPANKY PAUL BAND JULY 20 ATTILA VIOLA & THE BAKERSFIELD BOYS

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CHUMASH GRANDSTAND ARENA

OLD DOMINION WITH RYAN GRIFFIN

SANTANA (NO OPENING ACT)

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DAN + SHAY

SKID ROW & WARRANT

LYNYRD SKYNYRD

LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE

JULY 24

WITH CARLY PEARCE

QUIET RIOT & KIP WINGER UNPLUGGED

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KANE BROWN

AN EVENING OF MUSIC & WINE

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WITH THE CADILLAC THREE

WITH THE JOSH DAY BAND

JOHN FOGERTY

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WINE WALK

Alma Rosa Winery hosts Peace of Mind: 10,000 Steps in the Right Direction on Saturday, July 23, from 9 a.m. to noon. Proceeds of this annual fundraising walk will go to causes that support mental health community services and research and treatment for anxiety and depression. Admission to attend the event is $55. Visit almarosawinery.com for more info.

The walk is held at the Alma Rosa Estate, located at 7250 Santa Rosa Road, Buellton.

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Grand Ave., Grover Beach, empoweryoga805.com.

SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership

MEET THE AUTHOR: RAYMOND H. MCDONALD

skills in a supportive and positive environment? During COVID, we are meeting virtually. Contact us to get a meeting link for info. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. slonoontime. toastmastersclubs.org. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

SLO RAM MONTHLY LUNCEHONS San Luis Obispo Retired Active Men (SLO RAM) is a group of retirees that get together just for fun, fellowship, and to enjoy programs which enhance the enjoyment, dignity and independence of retirement. Third Tuesday of every month retiredactivemen.org/. Madonna Inn Garden Room, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.

SLO TABLE TENNIS The club is open to all ability levels. Features many tables. Casual games played.

Sundays, 4-7 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. through July 31 Free. 805-540-0470. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.

SLOCA SUMMER CAMP SESSION 1 Summer Camps are open to the entire San Luis Obispo community, whether or not you attend SLOCA. Here are the camps happening this week: Wonder Around the World (preschool-kindergarten), and Theater Camp (grades 1-8). Through July 15, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $375. 805-548-8700. sloclassical.org/summercamp/. SLO Classical Academy, 165 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

SLOCA SUMMER CAMP SESSION 2 Who’s ready

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Tours will give you a glimpse into the lives of Lighthouse Keepers and their families, while helping keep our jewel of the Central Coast preserved and protected. In-person and virtual tours offered. Check website for more details.

Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

WEEKLY WATER SAFETY LESSONS Facility advertised as open and safe. Give the office a call to register over the phone. Mondays-Fridays $160-$190.

805-481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.

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2022 SANTA BARBARA COUNTY FAIR This year’s fair theme is “A Salute to Agriculture.” Through July 17 santamariafairpark.com. Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria.

for summer? These Summer Camps are open to the entire San Luis Obispo community, whether or not they attend SLOCA. July 18-22, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $375. 805-5488700. sloclassical.org/summercamp/. SLO Classical Academy, 165 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

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SUMMER BREAK SPORTS CAMP Participants will

BREAKFAST ON THE BAY A monthly occasion that

learn and play a variety of different traditional and nontraditional sports throughout the five-week camp. Sports will include but not limited to soccer, volleyball, t-ball, softball, basketball, orienteering and pickleball. Through Aug. 11 $120 per week. slocity.org. Laguna Middle School, 11050 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805-596-4055.

SUNDAY EVENING RAP LGBTQ+ AA GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of folks from all walks of life who together, attain and maintain sobriety. Requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Email aarapgroup@ gmail.com for password access. Sundays, 7-8 p.m. No fee. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

SUPER REC SATURDAYS Features a fun obstacle course, diving boards, activities and music. Dress up for the Superhero Parade happening at 12:30 p.m. each day July 16, 12-8 p.m. slocity.org. SLO Swim Center, 900 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo.

TRANS* TUESDAY A safe space providing peer-to-peer support for trans, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and questioning people. In-person and Zoom meetings held.

Contact tranzcentralcoast@gmail.com for more details.

Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252.

WOMEN INVESTING IN REAL ESTATE (WIIRE) A collaboration of minds to help you start investing today.

Third Friday of every month, noon my805tix.com. Granada Hotel and Bistro, 1126 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

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BEGINNER GROUP SURF LESSONS AND SURF CAMPS Lessons and camp packages available daily. All equipment included. ongoing Starts at $70. 805-8357873. sandbarsurf.com/. Sandbar Surf School Meetup Spot, 110 Park Ave., Pismo Beach.

FREE YOGA FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, EMS, AND COMMUNITY CARETAKERS Join for some welldeserved self-care. Anyone including fire, EMS, police, hospital workers, medical staff, assisted living caretakers, etc. is welcome. All yoga abilities are encouraged to attend. Please email empoweryoga805@gmail.com in advance to enroll. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. 805-619-0989.

Empower Yoga Studio and Community Boutique, 775 W.

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Pismo Beach singer/songwriter Raymond H. McDonald, who wrote “Merle Haggard was a Friend of Mine” as a tribute to his lifelong friend. This memoir chronicles the life of a humble man from humble beginnings in California.

RSVP to nansbooks@aol.com. Light refreshments offered.

July 19, 6:30-8 p.m. Free to attend. 805-481-4131. Grover Beach Community Library, 240 N 9th St., Grover Beach.

NORTH COAST SLO COU NT Y brings together the passionate citizens and business owners of the greater Estero Bay region in one place to deepen connections and share information. Breakfast is included with ticket price. Third Wednesday of every month, 7:30-9 a.m. $20 per member; $25 per nonmember. 805-772-4467. morrochamber.org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay.

MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET Get fresh and veggies, fruit, baked goods, sweets, and handmade artisan crafts. Come have some fun with your local farmers and artisans and enjoy delicious eats while enjoying the fresh breeze of Morro Bay. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. through May 31 Varies. 805-824-7383. morrobayfarmersmarket.com.

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

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BURGERS AND BRATS LUNCH AT VFW 2814 Enjoy a hot-off-the-grill hamburger, cheeseburger, or handmade bratwurst sandwich at VFW Post 2814 in Atascadero. Starting at only $5, each meal comes with choice of toppings and condiments, a bag of chips, and a bowl of chili. The public is welcome. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. through Dec. 28 $5. 805-466-3305. vfwpost2814.org/canteen.html. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 2814, 9555 Morro Road, Atascadero.

OLIVE OIL CLASS Celebrate the rich history of olive oil by learning more about the process, the nuances, and the value of this incredible elixir. A class for foodies who love to learn. July 24, 11 a.m. $60. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas every Tuesday. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero, 805460-6042, ancientowlbeergarden.com.

VINO CASINO POKER RUN Six family-wwned wineries located in Downtown Paso are coming together for one fun event. Participating wineries are Hayseed and Housdon, Iron Oaks Winery, Sea Shell Cellars, Détente, Indigené Cellars, and Stilson Cellars. July 15, 12-8 p.m., July 16, 12-8 p.m. and July 17, 12-8 p.m. $40. 805-591-7003. stilsoncellars.com.

Stilson Cellars, 1005 Railroad Street, Suite 2, Paso Robles.

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Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

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

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES BRAD COLERICK Brad Colerick, host of South Pasadena’s

GUIDED WINE TASTING AT CLAIBORNE AND CHURCHILL An exclusive “Spectrum of Pinot Noir”

Wine and Song series, comes to Paso as the guest host and featured performer of Songwriters at Play. With special guests Mario Rojas, Rags Rosenberg, Aireene Espiritu, and the Wild Mountain Mystics. July 16, 12:303:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/events.

Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

tasting event for Festival Mozaic patrons. At this special event you will be guided through several tastings of various pinot noirs. July 24, 10-11:30 a.m. $50. 805-7813009. festivalmozaic.org. Claiborne and Churchill, 2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd., San Luis Obispo.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES TOM GOSS AND ALICIA STOCKMAN Songwriters at Play host Steve

SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors.

Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

Key shares the stage with LA’s Tom Goss, and Utah-based Americana artist Alicia Stockman. Guest set: Walk the Whale. July 23, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805204-6821. stevekey.com/events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

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PISMO BEACH FARMERS MARKET Features various vendors selling their goods. Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. Pismo Beach Farmers Market, Pismo Pier, Pismo Beach, 805.

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AN EVENING WITH HEARTLESS: A TRIBUTE TO HEART Heartless is described as the ultimate tribute to Heart. Enjoy performances of ”Magic Man” and other iconic rock hits. July 23, 8 p.m. $15-$17. 805-225-1312. thesirenmorrobay.com. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay.

FRIDAY TWILIGHT CONCERTS AT HARMONY CELLARS Enjoy live music every Friday this summer.

This season’s lineup is an eclectic mix of solo artists, dynamic duos, and bands. Wine for purchase. Food trucks on select Fridays. Fridays, 5-7 p.m. through Sept. 9 Varies by concert. 805-927-1625. harmonycellars.com. Harmony Cellars, 3255 Harmony Valley Rd., P.O. Box 2502, Harmony.

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

LIVE MUSIC WITH GUITAR WIZ AT LUNADA GARDEN BISTRO “Guitar Wizard” Billy Foppiano plays a wide range of music, including blues, R&B, classic rock, and more. Fourth Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-900-5444.

Lunada Garden Bistro, 78 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos.

MORRO BAY WHITE CAPS COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT Come out and hear the band perform pops, jazz, and classical music while enjoying the beauty and fresh air of Morro Bay. July 23, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free; donations accepted. 916-337-9046. Embarcadero Morro Bay, 714 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Come join us each Wednesday for Open Mic Night in the downstairs dining area. Grab some friends and show off your talents. Food and drink service will be available.

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

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES BOBBO BYRNES Songwriters at Play host Steve Key presents an evening of live music featuring LA-based Americana artist Bobbo Byrnes. Special guests include Aireene Espiritu, Bob Schetter, and Mario Rojas. July 19, 7-9:30 p.m. Free.

805-204-6821. stevekey.com/events. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos.

ZONGO ALL-STARS “The Central Coast’s favorite dance band.” July 16, 3-5:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Camp Ocean Pines, 1473 Randall Dr., Cambria, 805-927-0254.

RENAISSANCE ROYALTY

Bassist Christian McBride is an in-demand jazz musician. A seven-time Grammy award-winner, JULY 14 – JULY 21 McBride consistently combines deft 2022 musicianship with an innate ability to communicate enthusiasm to his audience.

July 24, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets start at $37.

805-781-3009. festivalmozaic.org. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

The 36th annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival will be held on Saturday, July 16, and Sunday, July 17, at Laguna Lake Park in San Luis Obispo.

Guests of the fest can expect to enjoy live entertainment hosted by a variety of costumed characters. Tickets to the two-day event are available in advance at my805tix.com. Visit ccrenfaire.com for more info. Laguna Lake Park is located at 503 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.

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BAROQUE IN THE VINES The 2022 Festival Mozaic kicks off with a beautiful evening of Baroque music at the picturesque setting of Serra Chapel. July 23, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $67. 805-781-3009. festivalmozaic.org. Serra Chapel, McMillan Canyon Rd., Shandon.

CASS BARREL ROOM CONCERT: BACK PAGES BAND Back Pages Band is a five-piece group based in

San Luis Obispo. July 17, 4-6 p.m. Reserved tickets are free. 805-239-1730. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

CLOUDSHIP LIVE Voted Best Rock Band by the Central Valley Music Awards. Indie pop, blues, folk, rock, and soul. July 16, 5-7 p.m. Free. 805-460-6252. colonymarketanddeli.com. Colony Market and Deli, 6040 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

EASTON EVERETT BAND Rock, reggae, and soul. July 23, 1-4 p.m. eastoneverett.com. Four Lanterns Winery, 2485 West Highway 46, Paso Robles, 805-226-5955.

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Contemporary jazz. July 16, 1-4:30 p.m. eastoneverett. com. Shale Oak Winery, 3235 Oakdale Rd., Paso Robles, 8052394800.

FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERTS Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. bigbigslo.com. Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

FRIDAY DJ SERIES Features different DJ each Friday. Presented by Traffic Records. Fridays, 6-9 p.m.

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

DAMON CASTILLO BAND LIVE: CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA Concerts in the Plaza, presented by Sunset Honda and hosted by Downtown SLO, is the largest free concert series on the Central Coast. All concerts are free to the public. July 15, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. downtownslo. com/events/concerts. Mission Plaza, Downtown, San Luis Obispo.

DANTE MARSH AND THE VIBESETTERS LIVE AT CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA Concerts in the Plaza, presented by Sunset Honda and hosted by Downtown SLO, is the largest free concert series on the Central Coast. All concerts are free to the public. July 22, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. downtownslo.com/events/concerts.

Mission Plaza, Downtown, San Luis Obispo.

DRUM CIRCLE SING-A-LONG Limited to 20 drummers. Learn African music through drumming and song. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

EASTON EVERETT LIVE AT OLD SLO BBQ Indie

acoustic. July 22, 7-9 p.m. eastoneverett.com. Old SLO BBQ, 670 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-285-2473.

EASTON EVERETT LIVE AT SEXTANT WINES Indie acoustic. July 24, 1-4 p.m. eastoneverett.com. Sextant Wines, 1653 Old Price Canyon Road, San Luis Obispo, 805-542-0133.

class wines. July 15, 5-7 p.m. 805-269-8200. Baileyana, 5828 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo, baileyana.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT RAGTAG WINE CO. Enjoy live music by local favorites. Wine available by the flight, glass, or bottle. Thursdays-Saturdays, 6-9 p.m. Ragtag Wine Co., 779 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-439-0774, ragtagwineco.com.

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.

LIVE MUSIC WITH ADRIAN LIBERTINI Join us at SLO Public Market to listen to some country and rock music by one of Central California’s music artists, Adrian Libertini. July 15, 6-9 p.m. 805-215-3669. slopublicmarket.com/events. SLO Public Market, Bonetti Ranch, San Luis Obispo.

LIVE MUSIC WITH BOOGIE BIKE Boogie Bike will be performing in the courtyard. July 16, 1-4 p.m. 805-2153669. slopublicmarket.com. SLO Public Market, Bonetti Ranch, San Luis Obispo.

LIVE MUSIC WITH KENNY TAYLOR Come on out to SLO Public Market to listen to acoustic guitarist, Kenny Taylor, in the Event Center. July 22, 5-8 p.m. Free.

805-215-3669. slopublicmarket.com/events/live-musicwith-kenny-taylor. SLO Public Market, Bonetti Ranch, San Luis Obispo.

LIVE MUSIC WITH REGGAE VANCE Come on down to SLO Public Market to enjoy one of Central Coast’s excellent performers, Reggae Vance, performing live in the courtyard. July 23, 2-5 p.m. 805-215-3669. slopublicmarket.com/events/live-music-with-reggaevance. SLO Public Market, Bonetti Ranch, San Luis Obispo.

MUSICAL IMPROV CLASS A fun way to explore your voice with play in a positive, uplifting community. No previous vocal or musical training required, you do not even need to be a “great” singer, just a willingness to learn. Mondays, 6-8 p.m. through July 18 $225 (for all 6 weeks). centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Central Coast Comedy Theater Training Center, 2078 Parker Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, 803-487-4401.

SUNDAY MUSIC AT RAGTAG WINE CO. Enjoy live music by local favorites. Wine available by the flight, glass, or bottle. Sundays, 4-7 p.m. Ragtag Wine Co., 779 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-439-0774, ragtagwineco.com.

TED WISE: GUITAR AND VOCALS Classical/ contemporary guitar solos. Vocal covers galore; from Bach to the Beatles and beyond. Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

Free. 805-457-0050. trefiammeslo.com/. Tre Fiamme Restaurant, 1560 Los Osos Valley Road, #190, San Luis Obispo.

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EASTON EVERETT SOLO Enjoy some indie-acoustic, live

BELLA WHITE LIVE An original new voice in

music. Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. eastoneverett.com. Big Sky Cafe, 1121 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, (805)545-5401.

songwriting, Bella White creates undeniable magic by mining the rare duality at the heart of her artistry. This Canadian singer/multi-instrumentalist grew up on classic country and old-time music. July 23, 2-4 p.m. $67. 805781-3009. festivalmozaic.org. See Canyon Fruit Ranch, 2345 See Canyon Rd., Avila Beach.

EMILY WELLS LIVE Forging a bridge between pop and chamber music, composer, producer, and video artist Emily Wells builds songs from vocals, synths, drums, piano, string, and wind instruments. July 21, 9-10:30 p.m. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. 805-781-3009. festivalmozaic.org. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo.

FESTIVAL MOZAIC SERIES Check website for summer programming hosted by Festival Mozaic. July 23-30 festivalmozaic. org. SLO County, Countywide, San Luis Obispo.

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Arts Artifacts

Los Osos Library presents new photography showcase, Cell Fun Aware

Guests of a new solo exhibition at the Los Osos Library will find a collection of metal and canvas prints by local photographer Kurt Rightmyer.

Using only a cellphone and basic photo editing software, Rightmyer created a collection of transfigurative imagery for the exhibit, titled Cell Fun Aware, which debuted at the library in July.

“As a photographer, I strive to capture moments in time as signals of confluence between natural events, the metaphysical bent and its extent, prophecy in signs, poetry in lines, awareness of the present, its evanescence, and its projection,” Rightmyer said in a statement on the artist’s website. “I look for what is dynamically transmutable within stasis, where foundational reality intersects with the metaphysical possibilities that digital artifice reveals.”

To find out more about Rightmyer’s work, visit rightmyer. art. For more info on Rightmyer’s current exhibit at the Los Osos Library, call (805) 528-1862.

The library is located at 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos.

Outdoor art exhibition in Paso Robles holds upcoming fundraiser

On Sunday, July 24, $20 of each ticket sold to attend Sensorio Gives Back in Paso Robles will be split between two nonprofit organizations.

The upcoming fundraiser will benefit Jack’s Helping Hand, a SLO-based group dedicated to creating community programs for children with cancer or special needs, and the Kinship Center, a foster care organization in Salinas.

Sensorio Gives Back will be held between 7 and 10:30 p.m. at Bruce Munro: Light at Sensorio, an ongoing outdoor art installation in Paso Robles. The exhibit includes Field of Light and Light Towers, both created

by Munro, an acclaimed British artist. General admission to the exhibit is $41. Tickets for children ages 3 to 12 range from $10 to $20, while children under 2 years old get in for free.

For more info, visit sensoriopaso.com. The exhibit is located at 4380 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles.

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BY CALEB WISEBLOOD

COURTESY PHOTOS BY LUIS ESCOBAR, REFLECTIONS PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

The hills are alive PCPA breathes fresh life into Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music

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bland thumbs up gesture wouldn’t do the Pacific Conservatory Theatre’s (PCPA) latest offering justice, nor would any star rating under five, for that matter. If only I had 16—going on 17—stars or thumbs to help illustrate my scoring.

I walked into the Marian Theatre confident that I would enjoy PCPA’s new iteration of The Sound of Music, but I couldn’t have anticipated the excessive amount of times an audible “aww” escaped my lips during the Saturday night performance. The material is iconic. The songs are endorphin-inducing. But none of that matters without a good cast, and PCPA’s ensemble checks that box in spades.

Emily Trask, as plucky postulant nun Maria, embodies the “drop of golden sun” lyric she sings during “Do-Re-Mi.” Her radiant, steadfast enthusiasm is consistently infectious throughout the show, set in 1938 Austria. When Maria is dispatched to serve as a governess for a large household, the family’s strict patriarch, Captain von Trapp, doesn’t respond warmly to her free-spirited demeanor—immediately, at least.

The widowed captain, played by the always engaging George Walker, treats his home like a military vessel. He often uses a whistle to summon his servants or call upon his seven children. I’m not going to beat around the bush.

These kids steal the show every chance they get.

From youngest to oldest, the von Trapp children are Gretl (Camila Papincak), Marta (Kiera McGehee), Kurt (Alex Robertson), Brigitta (Joss Robertson), Louisa (Sophia Robertson), Friedrich (Nicolas Lo), and Liesl (Sierra Anastasi). The fastest way to tell if it’s

Templeton wine bar hosts painting workshop with ArtSocial 805

ArtSocial 805 will host its next Bubbles and Brushes event on Saturday, July 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the 15 Degrees C Wine Shop and Bar, located at 624 S. Main St., unit 101, Templeton. Participants of the workshop will complete a painting of a dandelion.

Tickets to the event are $45.

Admission includes a drink and all materials needed. Visit artsocial805.com for more info. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood

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WHEN THE DOG BITES, WHEN THE BEE STINGS The ensemble cast of PCPA’s The Sound of Music includes Emily Trask (right), as postulant nun Maria, who is dispatched to serve as a governess for a household with seven children (Sierra Anastasi, Nicolas Lo, Sophia Robertson, Alex Robertson, Joss Robertson, Kiera McGehee, and Camila Papincak, left to right).

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The Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) presents its production of The Sound of Music through July 31, at the Marian Theatre, located at Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria. Admission ranges from $15 to $46.

Visit pcpa.org or facebook.com/pacificconservatorytheatre for tickets and show times. For more info, call the PCPA box office at (805) 922-8313.

the right time for a quiet, respectful dash to the restroom during the show is simply to check whether these youngsters are on stage. If they are, stay in your seat. You won’t want to miss a moment of “My Favorite Things,” “The Lonely Goatherd,” and other tunes in their lineup.

CLIMB EV’RY MOUNTAIN As Maria (Emily Trask, right) grows closer to the von Trapp The youthful troop’s rendition of “So Long, children and their widowed father, the postulant Farewell” is especially joyous. I dare you to fears that she has fallen in love with the family’s maintain a smileless poker face during the patriarch. After Maria flees the house and heads youngest von Trapp’s adorable delivery of “the back to her nunnery, Mother Abbess (Lexi sun has gone to bed and so must I.” It’s simply Rhoades, left) encourages her to follow her impossible. heart and return to the family.

As Maria grows closer to the von Trapp family (both the children and their father), the The show’s director, Kitty Balay, described postulant fears that she has fallen in love with The Sound of Music at its core as “a beautiful the captain, who is engaged to another woman, story that’s full of heart and gorgeous music— Elsa von Schraeder (Christen Celaya ). Maria one of the things that PCPA does best.” flees back to the nunnery without notice, but Balay recalled the theater’s ill-fated plans to Mother Abbess (Lexi Rhoades) encourages her originally premiere the show during the spring to follow her heart during one of the musical’s of 2020. most powerful and moving songs, “Climb Ev’ry “We started designing this production Mountain.” three years ago before we had ever heard of “Climb every mountain, ford COVID. Then just like the rest every stream, follow every of the world—it all had to stop,” rainbow, till you find your Balay said in a statement. dream,” Rhoades sings. “A “What a perfect show to bring Send gallery, stage, dream that will need all the families back together. The and cultrual festivities to love you can give, every day sound of singing and laughter arts@newtimesslo.com. of your life, for as long as you of the von Trapp children will live.” delight audiences of all ages, Maria returns to the family, of course, just in time for the von Trapp children while the deeper themes of love, loyalty, and personal integrity make it absolutely to show off their singing prowess in a local timeless.” ∆ music festival. The event takes place shortly after Nazi Germany’s historic annexation Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood could use of Austria. The invasion provides a tense, unsettling backdrop for the musical’s surprising some tea, jam, and bread right about now. Send high-stakes final act. notes to cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

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CAPTAIN OF THE GUITAR Captain von Trapp (George Walker) lends his vocals and guitar playing to “Edelweiss,” which the von Trapp family performs at a music festival during the show’s final act.

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GET OUT OF JAIL FREE CARD? To shorten his prison sentence, inmate Jeff (Miles Teller, right) volunteers to take part in daily drug experiments on a mysterious island, in the new Netflix thriller, Spiderhead.

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wo prison inmates (Miles Teller and Jurnee Smollett) form a strong bond during their sentences at an experimental penitentiary, run by a suave drug developer (Chris Hemsworth), in this sci-fi thriller. (107 min.)

Editor’s note: Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood and Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal filled in for regular reviewers Glen and Anna Starkey.

Caleb Regardless of how long or short its source material—a sci-fi tale originally published in The New Yorker—is, Spiderhead feels more like a Black Mirror episode stretched too thin than a featurelength thriller. I haven’t read George Saunders’ “Escape from Spiderhead,” so I’m not sure how different it is from Netflix’s adaptation. Hypothetically, if Spiderhead is a direct, word-for-word realization of Saunders’ work, then I doubt I would enjoy reading it any more than watching the film, which starts with an exciting premise but had me feeling lukewarm by the end. The movie opens on an island where a state penitentiary is located. But the property’s exterior looks more like a James Bond villain’s lair or somewhere Tony Stark would be comfortable living than a traditional prison. The interior is just as bougie, and the jail is managed by Steve Jobs-types rather than burly guards or a hardened warden.

The man in charge is Steve Abnesti, a business-casual hipster played with the right amount of charm and intentional cringeyness by Chris Hemsworth. Abnesti obviously wants to be liked by his inferiors and the inmates of the prison, but there’s a corporate coldheartedness lurking beneath his polite demeanor. We learn that the island is somewhere convicts can volunteer to go and shorten their prison sentences by taking part in daily drug experiments.

One of the drugs Abnesti tests out on inmate Jeff (Miles Teller) is a real-world love potion. These tests start to complicate genuine feelings that Jeff develops for another inmate, Lizzy (Jurnee Smollett).

Their tangled relationship might be the most redeeming aspect of the movie— maybe Spiderheart would have been a more appropriate title?

SPIDERHEAD

What’s it rated? R What’s it worth, Bulbul? Skip it What’s it worth, Caleb? Stream it Where’s it showing? Netflix Bulbul The movie could have definitely explored its own title better. Saunders’ Escape from Spiderhead reveals that the “spiderhead” is the prison facility’s control room where the drug experiments are monitored. All the other rooms, like the prisoners’ bedrooms, common area, kitchen, and so on, stretch out from the control room like spider legs. Saunders doesn’t give much detail to this story, though, and it intentionally reads like a collection of hurried journal entries. But Netflix’s Spiderhead doesn’t translate as well. The premise itself is intriguing but we have Saunders to thank for that.

The movie almost uses that as a crutch and gives us a mediocre and bloated screenplay. Not every piece of writing needs to be blown up on the big screen with big-budget names. I’d be happier to watch Hemsworth reprise Thor again, and I was definitely happier watching Teller in Top Gun: Maverick (yes, New Times loves this movie, in case you missed it). While the story is wacky, it might have waited too long for the Hollywood treatment.

We’re all too used to mind-warping storylines thanks to shows like Black Mirror and Bandersnatch. So Spiderhead really needed to pull out all the stops to be truly memorable. Maybe it would have been a hit if it had premiered soon after The New Yorker published the story in 2010. Who knows?

Caleb I’m glad you brought up Top Gun: Maverick because Teller isn’t the only link between the most shirtless movie of 2022 and Spiderhead. Both films share the same filmmaker at the helm, Joseph Kosinski (Tron: Legacy, Oblivion, Only the Brave). I’m always intrigued when directors are able to put out two films in the same year. The most impressive example has to be Steven Spielberg’s pair of 1993 releases, Jurassic Park and Schindler’s List. When did he find time to sleep? I haven’t seen Top Gun: Maverick yet, but I’ve heard great things.

And I love Tron: Legacy to death. Maybe Kosinski should stick to his strengths— revisiting solo blockbusters from the ’80s that never branched out into franchises.

Footloose, Flashdance, E.T.—the world is your oyster, Joseph!

Bulbul Agreed, but I’m absolutely OK with E.T. never getting a sequel.

Spiderhead did get it right with Hemsworth as its villain though. He brings Abnesti to life and shows us just how ruthless and punchable he is. I wish the movie explored more of Lizzy’s tragic story that landed her in the facility. Crafted to be Jeff’s love interest, Smollett’s character doesn’t exist in Saunders’ version. They do have effective on-screen chemistry. But like most of the other elements, Spiderhead has wasted potential that leaves you wondering about a film that’s best to forget. Δ Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal and Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood wrote Split Screen this week. Send comments to gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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After the death of his beloved wife, Chase is living a quiet life in Upstate New York with his two dogs. He keeps in contact with his daughter, Emily Chase (Alia Shawkat), who understands her father’s past and knows the potential danger he could be in if found out. In the first episode, the unthinkable happens, and Chase is on the run.

Propulsive and action-packed, this is a terrific series about a changed man who has to reach back into his past to revive his deadly skills. When Chase

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N LOOKS CAN BE DECEIVING Jeff Bridges stars as Dan Chase, an aging, on-the-run ex-CIA operative in the FX series The Old Man, currently streaming on Hulu. is hand-to-hand fighting to stay alive, the audience feels his vulnerability.

The series also stars John Lithgow as Raymond Waters, Chase’s former handler, who has his own secrets to protect. This is compelling stuff. (eight approximately onehour episodes) —Glen Starkey

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He lost his entire platoon on a covert mission gone wrong, leaving him with feelings of culpability and grief. As new evidence about the failed mission comes to light, he begins to realize there’s a conspiracy afoot that endangers him and his family, wife Lauren (Riley Keough) and daughter Lucy (Arlo Mertz).

Though a bit bloated at more than seven hours, the series will satisfy action junkies as we watch Reece—now struggling with a brain tumor caused by an experimental drug given to him without consent—methodically use his training to hold those responsible accountable—people like businessman Steve Horn (Jai Courtney), who’s trying to sell the company that made the drug before the truth

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DOOBIE, DOOBIE, DOO Southern rapper Devin the Dude will fill The Siren with his unique style and cannabisforward sounds on July 19.

Head to the heat of Paso Robles for the California Mid-State Fair’s concert series

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ith the California MidState Fair bearing down on Paso Robles from July 20 through 31, the Biggest Little Fair Anywhere’s got music coming up quick, starting with one of the most legendary rock bands of all time.

Journey—Grammy Awardwinning guitarist and band founder Neal Schon, longtime member Jonathan Cain on the keys, and relative newcomer Arnel Pineda singing—takes over the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center on Wednesday, July 20 (7:30 p.m.; $38 through $133; midstatefair.com). Expect a performance that includes many of Journey’s chart-topping hits such as “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully,” “Lights,” and more.

LEGENDARY Journey opens the California MidSLO County favorites and New State Fair’s series of concerts at the Paso Robles Times Music Award winners Event Center’s Chumash Grandstand Arena on July 20.

Dante Marsh & The Vibe Setters will open with a mixture 8 p.m. $49.50 to $60; ticketmaster.com), of island, soul, funk, and R&B with G. Love in tow. with colorful melodies and heavy grooves.

Chadwick Stokes and Brad Corrigan On Thursday, July 21, three-time formed Dispatch while in college in Grammy Award winner and country Vermont, forging their own path outside music star Darius Rucker hits the the mainstream music industry as one grandstand arena stage (7:30 p.m.; $30 of the most successful artists in the to $90; midstatefair.com). Starting off roots rock scene. Break Our Fall, their as lead singer and rhythm guitarist eighth studio album released to critical of Hootie and the Blowfish, which sold acclaim. American rock band O.A.R. more than 25 million albums, including from Rockville, Maryland, has earned Cracked Rear View, Rucker released his platinum and gold plaques across 11 fullfirst country album in 2008. Since then, length albums. Marc Roberge (lead vocals, Rucker has had four No. 1 albums on the guitar), Richard On (lead guitar), Chris Billboard country music chart and 10 No. Culos (drums), Benj Gershman (bass), and 1 singles. In 2014, Rucker won his third Jerry DePizzo (sax, guitar) formed O.A.R. career Grammy for Best Solo Country while they were in high school and are Performance for his version of Old Crow celebrating 25 years together.

Medicine Show’s “Wagon Wheel.”

Special guest songwriter/producer/ vocalist Caylee Hammack will join The Siren Rucker. Rolling Stone called Hammack Find your local mosh pit at The Siren an artist to watch for her “voice to move on Friday, July 15, during a free mountains.” She’s opened for Chris night of punk starting at 7:30 p.m. with Stapleton, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, No Consent, MFG, and Moonsick.

Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, and No Consent’s hardcore punk/melodic more. Find out who’s playing the Midhardcore stands against injustice, racism, State Fair on the big and small stages by abuse, and everything wrong with the visiting midstatefair.com. world. Their debut album, The Paso Event Bastard Nation, was Center isn’t the only released on Feb. 5.

North County venue Nearvana and Send music and bringing in chartBlack Daze pay tribute club information to toppers. Two independent to the grunge rock gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. acts that broke into ballads of Nirvana and the mainstream music Soundgarden (Chris scene—Dispatch and Cornell), respectively, on O.A.R.—stop into Vina Robles as part of Saturday, July 16 ( 8:30 p.m., doors at their North American co-headline tour on 8 p.m.; $17 on eventbrite.com; 21-andTuesday, July 19 (doors at 6:30; show at over), at The Siren. Nearvana is the first

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Enjoy all the great Nirvana anthems, including “Come as you are,” “Smells like Teen Spirit,” “Lithium,” and “Heart Shaped Box.” Good Medicine Presents the doobilicious Devin The Dude and local hip-hop act Wordsauce on Tuesday, July 19, (7 p.m.; $20; goodmedicinepresents.com).

A Southern rapper known for his unique style of rapping on songs like “Lacville ’79,” “Doobie Ashtray,” and “What a Job,” Devin The Dude has collaborated with some of the biggest names in rap including Snoop Dogg and Jay Z. He has deep ties to Houston’s early-’90s rap scene, began releasing solo albums in 1998, and hasn’t stopped with his latest in 2021, Soulful Distance.

Find Mini Nova—featuring Kenny Lee Lewis of the Steve Miller Band and Scott Martin of WAR—at The Siren on Wednesday, July 20, for a free show that starts at 7:30 p.m. Put your dancing shoes on, because this four-piece latin/ jazz/funk act is an explosion of rhythm and danceable melody.

Festival Mozaic is here!

Festival Mozaic kicks off with a concert before the summer music festival takes over the Central Coast from July 23 through 30. Find composer, producer, and video artist Emily Wells at SLO Brew Rock on Thursday, July 21 (9 p.m.; $30 in advance, $35 at the door; festivalmozaic.org), as part of the festival’s Late Night Series collaboration with SLO Brew. Forging a bridge between pop and chamber music, Wells builds songs from deliberate strata of vocals, synths, drums, piano, and string and wind instruments. Her evocative music (described as “visionary” by NPR) and performances (called “quietly transfixing”

by The New York Times) impel listeners to be attuned. Wells’ latest release is the 10-song album Regards to the End. It explores the AIDS crisis, climate change, and her lived experience “watching the world burn.” Check out the full festival schedule at festivalmozaic.org.

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Concerts in the Plaza continues its 10week spree of live music in SLO’s Mission Plaza on Friday, July 15, with rock ’n’ soul act the Damon Castillo Band.

Noach Tangeras opens at 4:30 p.m.

After you’re done with that concert, you can head across town to shake your moneymaker to Thee Sinseers and the Charities at SLO Brew Rock (7 p.m.; $20; slobrew.com). Straight out of East LA and led by Latinx singer-songwriter Joseph Quiñones, Thee Sinseers feature a full rhythm and brass section, and are part of a new generation of bands inspired by the interrelated lowrider and music scenes that began within the Chicano communities in the 1950s. Thee Sinseers are part of the Colemine Records family, which released their first singles in 2019, “It Was Only A Dream” and “I Don’t Mind” Feeling funny? Swing into The Fremont on Saturday, July 16, to see funny man Kevin Nealon (doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m.; all ages; $39.50 to $63; eventbrite. com). Emmy and SAG-nominated actor, comedian, and author Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint as a cast member of NBC’s Saturday Night Live (1986 to 1995), and he’s received critical acclaim for his role in the Showtime series Weeds. Most recently, Nealon starred in CBS’s Man With a Plan during all four seasons.

Good Medicine Presents and Numbskull want you to hop by Bristols Cider House in Atascadero on Thursday, July 21, to enjoy the melancholy melodies of folk/americana/ indie rock singer-songwriter Chris Pureka with MaryLeigh Roohan (all ages; 7 p.m.; $20; goodmedicinepresents. com). Over the Portland-based Pureka’s 20year career, she’s sold nearly 50,000 albums through her own label, Sad Rabbit Records.

Nipomo’s first Concerts in the Park series kicks off the summer season on Wednesday, July 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will run every other Wednesday through Sept. 14. Top 40 dance band Steppin’ Out from Santa Maria will play the first of this year’s five concerts in Nipomo Community Park. The Rotary Club of Nipomo and Knights of Columbus of Nipomo will offer food and beverages for sale. ∆ Editor Camillia Lanham filled in for Glen Starkey this week while he stepped out.

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Algae awareness SLO-based Kelpful sustainably sources seaweed for edible education on the California coast

K

elpful co-founder and CEO Melissa Hanson caught “seaweed fever” when she listened to a Bioneers podcast about kelp farming a few years ago.

A background in sustainable agriculture, working in the food industry, and an ever-present interest in the politics of food gave her the tools to learn everything she possibly could about aquaculture and seaweed farming.

Hanson’s rewards? An understanding that the California coast holds a cornucopia of seaweed, and her company Kelpful.

“The goal has always been to do aquaculture as a way to grow sustainable food in a regenerative way. That wasn’t available to us, so we started sustainably wild harvesting in order to get familiar with the native species, develop products, and test out the market. We wanted to see if people were interested at all in buying seaweed, eating seaweed, and using seaweed more in their daily lives,” Hanson said.

Kelpful became a hit quickly after Hanson and co-founder and Sales Manager Jules Marsh launched the company in 2019. Their stand welcomes seaweed lovers every Thursday at the downtown San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market.

Customers can choose from three types of furikake seasonings. Sea Sprinkles is the original mix made with wild nori and kelp, sesame seeds, sea salt, and toasted sesame oil. Its fiery counterpart—Spicy Sea Sprinkles—comes with chili flakes.

They both can add a nutty umami kick to avocados, popcorn, eggs, noodles, and even mac and cheese. Kelpful’s latest sprinkles addition is Everything but the Wildfire— an edible jab at California’s climate crisis that’s packed with hemp hearts, poppy seeds, citrus olive oil, roasted garlic, and of course, seaweed, among other things.

But these gluten-free and vegan sprinkles aren’t Kelpful’s only offerings.

Their seaweed offerings include resealable bags of nori and kombu, and the Immunity Broth Mix. “A lot of people didn’t know that the seaweed that grows here is even edible.

They had no idea that this vast, incredible resource is right here,” Hanson said.

“Seaweed has so many benefits. I know it’s a cliché, but it really is a superfood.

It’s known for having a high concentration of trace minerals like iodine, magnesium, iron, and calcium. It’s high in omega-3s and 6s. In general, seaweed are much more nutrient-dense than land-based vegetables.”

An alga, seaweed becomes a sponge for minerals as it thrashes around in the ocean. Hanson and her team at Kelpful would like to farm their own to maximize sustainability, but Californian regulations continue to ensure that the

SEAWEED WRANGLERS Kelpful co-founder Austin Rogers (left), and former employees Caroline Skae (center) and Maggie Mace (right) harvest seaweed from Cayucos.

OCEAN’S BOUNTY Kelpful’s line of six seaweed products promises to add an umami kick to basic foods like popcorn, eggs, and avocado toast.

dream is still distant. Hanson has been Sea for yourself quick to adapt.

Kelpful offers seaweed products for eating “We are working with a coalition of and for self-care via its website, kelpful.com. The other local organizations on getting access local company also offers a monthly subscription to the old abalone farm in Cayucos to do box. Follow them on Instagram, @kelpful.ca, and land-based tank culture,” she said.

Facebook, @KelpfulCoop.

Tank or tumble culture is a type of controlled farming where seawater is amount compared to the total biomass pumped into a series of tanks. In this case, within any given area. Our goal is to not seaweed would be grown there, and the look like we were there at all when we’re seawater would flow back out to the ocean. done harvesting.”

“It still has a lot of the same ecosystem Two to three hours of work produces services and environmental benefits for roughly 200 pounds of cut seaweed. But the ocean because the water that flows out harvesting is the easy part, according of the system is cleaner and has a higher to Hanson. The real challenge lies in pH,” Hanson said. “One of the benefits washing. of growing seaweed is it counteracts “We’ll take it back to our washing and ocean acidification by raising the pH and drying station, which is in Kandarian making it less acidic. That water can Organic Farms in Los Osos. We built a be used to cultivate shellfish, which is custom-developed seaweed washer. Then, another very sustainable source of food we put it in our solar dehydrator, which is and protein that can be regeneratively basically a greenhouse with a solar fan. cultivated through aquaculture, including So we don’t use fossil fuels in the drying land-based aquaculture.” process, just the power of the sun,” she For now, Hanson and Marsh harvest said. seaweed themselves every two weeks from Kelpful strives to be synonymous with the Cayucos coast. Donning wetsuits and sustainability. It’s a mission that Hanson backpacks, they’ll sometimes head out can trace back to her college days when at dawn after making sure the tides and she fixed damaged books at the library. the weather line up. Once they find a spot “A book came in called The Revolution with the right water quality, the duo uses Will Not Be Microwaved by Sandor Ellix scissors to cut abundant species like giant Katz. He’s really known for kelp, nori, and sea lettuce his books on fermentation. at the holdfasts that It talks about a lot anchor the algae. of underground food “The holdfasts are movements,” she said. “It like the roots of an algae really opened my eyes Send tidbits on everything plant and that allows it to to how the way that we food and drink to regrow. We cut it instead eat, and the way that bites@newtimesslo.com. of pulling it. It grows we source our food, has incredibly fast, sometimes such a massive impact on within a few days,” Hanson our society as well as our explained. “We harvest seasonally, and are personal health. If we can shift our food very careful not to disturb other species system, it’s like a domino effect—so many living in the area. We only harvest a small other things will follow suit.”

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NORI NOURISHMENT Making toasted nori is a labor-intensive process involving hours of harvesting followed by a challenging washing process and a dayslong drying period.

She also credits Kelpful’s success to her team’s passion to put in the elbow grease.

While many people want to farm kelp, Hanson said that not everyone is willing to experiment, fail, and try again. Cutting through the politics of aquaculture in California takes persistence, and wild harvesting requires consistent labor.

Find Kelpful products at spots like Bread Bike, Lincoln Market Deli, and Morro Bay’s Avocado Shack, in addition to local farmers’ markets.

“I just love being in the intertidal zone and being intimate with that ecosystem is really special,” Hanson said. “It feels special to have the privilege of going into the amazingly beautiful diverse ecosystem and gather food and medicine to share with the community and the world.” ∆ Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal is stocking up on Spicy Sea Sprinkles. Reach her at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.

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FILE NO. 2022-1369 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NO FILTER ESTHETICS, 715 S Elm St. Apt. 127, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Jaelene Cabalar (2945 Temple St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jaelene Cabalar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-07-22.

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

Exp. 06-07-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1372 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOURNEY TO KINDNESS HEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES, 1926 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. M. Daisy Ilano, M.D. (1926 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ M. Daisy Ilano, M.D. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-07-22.

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

Exp. 06-07-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1376 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, INK AND FIBER DESIGNS, 611 Cerro Vista Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Amy Hinden (611 Cerro Vista Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amy Hinden, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 06-07-27.

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FILE NO. 2022-1404 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SARAH DAWN STUDIO, 6907 El Camino Real, Ste. A, Atascadero, CA 93422.

San Luis Obispo County. Sarah Bice (6907 El Camino Real, Ste. A, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sarah Bice. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-10-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 06-10-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1410 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, ACORNS & ARROWS LEARNING COMMUNITY, 900 North Oak Park Blvd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Acorns & Arrows, Inc. (2078 Idyllwild Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Acorns & Arrows, Inc., Kristi Schwisow, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-13-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-1327.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1417 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, MAGIC SHOP STUDIO, 188 Hathway Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Eva Carolyn Shan Voss (188 Hathway Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Eva Carolyn Shan Voss. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-13-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-13-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1378 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, TEMPO BEE, 1049 Trevor Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

The Bees Co LLC (1049 Trevor Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Bees Co LLC, Nkululeko Innocent Buthelezi, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-07-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1422 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/14/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, MI CULTURA BARBERSHOP, 609 12th St., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Cecilia Blanca Hernandez Urtiz (524 Creston Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cecilia Blanca Hernandez Urtiz. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-14-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 06-14-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1385 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, I.C. LANDSCAPES, 1435 7th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Ian G Chartrand (1435 7th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ian G Chartrand.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-08-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-0827.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1423 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/14/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MAVERICK MARKETING, 110 Flag Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Scott Dixon Moore (110 Flag Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Scott Dixon Moore. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-14-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 06-14-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1427 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/14/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, EL TACO DE MEXICO GB, 791 West Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433.

San Luis Obispo County.

Angelica Hernandez Hernandez (791 West Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Angelica Hernandez Hernandez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-14-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-14-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1429 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BRANDILYN INTUITIVE HEALING, 1686 Ramona Ave. #D1, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Brandi Lyn Bobrowski (280 S 8th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brandi Lyn Bobrowski. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-15-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-15-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1444 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/28/2014) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, PRECISION CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, 3480 S Higuera Street, Ste. 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Gustav Keoni (3480 S Higuera Street, Ste. 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Gustav Keoni, Karl J. Vaillancourt, Chief Financial Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-16-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-16-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1446 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/17/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, FIRE STORM TRUCKING, 6505 Chardonnay Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Brad W Dunn (6505 Chardonnay Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brad W Dunn. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-17-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-17-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1440 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/15/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST PICKER, 1 Moss Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Edith Lorinda Nieto (1 Moss Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Edith L. Nieto, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-15-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-15-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1447 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE ELEGANT TOMBOY LLC, 65 S. Main St., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. The Elegant Tomboy LLC (101 S. Main St., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Elegant Tomboy LLC, Frances Esters, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-17-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-17-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1442 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, ESTERO BAY FINISH CARPENTRY, 462 Bernardo Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Jason Coughlin Mussallem (462 Bernardo Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jason Coughlin Mussallem. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-15-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-15-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1443 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, ELEVATE MASSAGE + PERFORMANCE, 1237 Archer Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Michael Harry Peevler (1262 Manzanita Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Harry Peevler. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-16-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-16-27.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1448 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) Renewal Filing The following person is doing business as, SAN LUIS INN AND SUITES, 404 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. GVS 1 LLC (404 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ GVS 1 LLC, Shakier Patel, Manager.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-17-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-1727.

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1460 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/20/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAMBRIA PINES TREE SERVICE, 2307 Yorkshire, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Brayan Misael Pena Ramirez (2307 Yorkshire, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brayan Misael Pena Ramirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-20-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-20-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1462 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/20/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE NATURAL EDGE, 555 S 13th St. #E, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Lizabeth Mignonne Mikkelsen (326 Helroy Rd., Unit A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lizabeth Mignonne Mikkelsen.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-20-22. 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. 06-20-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1463 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/26/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CUSTOM HATS AND TEES, 9361 Riberena, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Carlo Green (9361 Riberena, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Carlo Green.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-20-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-20-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-1469 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/21/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STARS & CARDS, 587 Buchon St. Apt. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kristina L. Wingeier (587 Buchon St. Apt. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Kristina L Wingeier. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-22. 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. 06-21-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: A.

Address: 2131 Price Street Applicant: SLO Taps LLC, Blast & Brew Project No.: P22-000077 Description: Request for an additional sign on an existing monument structure. The project is located within the Motel District (J) Planning Area and Hotel-Motel and Visitor Serving (R-4, 1983 Code) Zoning District. The project is within the Coastal Zone and is appealable to the Coastal Commission. APN 005-261-005.

Environmental Review In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), it has been determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines pertaining to new copy on an existing on-premises monument structure.

Details about ways to participate in this hearing will be provided on the agenda posted for the meeting online at pismobeach. org/agenda, and on the bulletin board at City Hall. The agenda will be posted no later than Friday, July 22, 2022.

You have a right to comment on this project and its effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed project. Emailed comments may be submitted to planningcommission@ pismobeach.org; staff cannot guarantee that emailed comments submitted after the start of the meeting will be given full consideration before action is taken. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to the Community Development Department / Planning Division Office at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, prior to the meeting, or hand-delivered during the meeting no later than the comment period for this item. Oral comment may be provided prior to the meeting by calling 805773-7005 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name and identify your item of interest. Oral comment may also be made during the meeting, either by joining the virtual meeting using the link provided on the agenda document, or by attending the meeting in person in the Council Chamber at City Hall. Please refer to the agenda for this meeting for specific instructions for participation.

Staff reports, plans and other information related to this project are available for public review from the Planning Division Office, by emailing Administrative Secretary Elsa Perez at eperez@pismobeach.org. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Friday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by mail or by visiting www.pismobeach.org/agenda.

The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website.

PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further information, please contact Elsa Perez, Administrative Secretary, at eperez@pismobeach.org or 805-773-4658.

Elsa Perez Administrative Secretary July 14, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-1474 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/20/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JADA VINEYARD, 5620 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. San Antonio Winery, Inc. (737 Lama Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Antonio Winery, Inc., Santo James, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-21-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE PRADO ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT (EID-0459-2020)

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the following purpose:

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo has completed an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act. Project Title: Project Number: Project Applicant: Project Location:

Prado Road Bridge Replacement 91252 City of San Luis Obispo, Public Works Primary Address: Prado Road/South Higuera Intersection

Project Description: The City of San Luis Obispo has completed an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the proposed Prado Road Bridge Replacement Project. The IS/MND found the following environmental factors to be less than significant with mitigation incorporated: Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural and Tribal Cultural Resources, Geology and Soils, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and Water Quality, Noise, Recreation, Transportation, and Mandatory Findings of Significance.

The project is located approximately 1,400 feet east of U.S. Highway 101 on the western segment of the signalized intersection of Prado Road and South Higuera Street.

Based on a search of the State Water Resources Control Board’s GeoTracker database, California Department of Toxic Substance Control’s EnviroStor database, and CalEPA’s Cortese List website, there are no active hazardous waste cleanup sites within the project site.

The City of San Luis Obispo proposes to replace the existing Prado Road Bridge over San Luis Obispo Creek with a wider, single-span bridge structure and construct roadway improvements to Prado Road and the Prado Road/South Higuera Street intersection. The project also includes the restoration and enhancement of an approximately 0.753acre off-site mitigation area located within the Righetti Ranch development area in the vicinity of the Tank Farm Road/Orcutt Road/Union Pacific Railroad corridor to offset unavoidable temporary and permanent projectrelated impacts to riparian habitat and jurisdictional water features. The project also includes construction of a noise barrier wall to be located along the northeastern corner of the Prado Road/South Higuera Street intersection to reduce vehicle-related noise impacts to nearby residential uses.

Reference copies of the IS/MND are available at the City’s website at: https://www.slocity.org/government/ department-directory/community-development/ documents-online/environmental-review-documents .

To arrange alternative means to view the study, please contact Wyatt Banker-Hix at wbanker@slocity.org or 805-783-7859. The 30-day public review period for the IS/ MND will extend from Friday, July 15, 2022, to Monday, August 15, 2022. Anyone interested in commenting on the document should submit a written statement to the City of San Luis Obispo, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, Attention: Wyatt Banker Hix, Engineer III, or by email to wbanker@slocity.org, by 5:00 p.m., August 15, 2022.

A public meeting is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. on July 26, 2022, to evaluate the project. Interested persons are welcome to attend at 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo CA 93401, the City Corporation Yard.

For more information on the proposed project, its environmental effects, City environmental procedures and deadlines, please contact: Project Manager: Wyatt Banker-Hix, wbanker@slocity.org (805) 783-7859.

July 14, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1476 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/14/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MESA NATURAL HEALTH, 680 Oak Terrace Ln., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Dr. Carrie Silveira – Mesa Natural Health and Chiropractic (680 Oak Terrace Ln., Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Dr. Carrie Silveira – Mesa Natural Health and Chiropractic, Carrie Silveira, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0621-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1488 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/22/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST CARPET CLEANING, 1469 Balboa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Landan Gray Beaudoin (1469 Balboa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Landan G. Beaudoin, Owner / Operator.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-22-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-22-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1479 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/15/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD, HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD SLO, 701 Embarcadero, Ste. A, Morro Bay, CA 93442-2174. San Luis Obispo County. Bryan K Gerber (1223 9th St., Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Bryan K Gerber.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-2127.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1480 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HAAS COLLEGE CONNECTIONS, 2400 Tierra Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Robin Lyn Haas (2400 Tierra Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robin Lyn Haas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-22.

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. 06-21-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1485 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/22/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BABY BRAIN BUILDERS, 839 Diamond Circle, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Julie Christine Reid (839 Diamond Circle, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julie Reid, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-21-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1487 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ORIENTAL FOOT MASSAGE ON MAIN STREET, 865 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Yuqing Liu, William Jeffry Walker (481 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Yuqing Liu, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-22-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-2227.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1490 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/20/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ZARMATI FILMS, 2350 Niderer Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Kylie J Zarmati (2350 Niderer Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kylie J Zarmati. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-22-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-22-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1492 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/09/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JESSICA LEE EVENTS, 316 Henrietta Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Jessica Lee Michelsen (316 Henrietta Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jessica Lee Michelsen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-22-22. 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. 06-22-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1493 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BRADFORD CHARLES, 9309 Musselman Drive, Apt. 3, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Bradford C Golden (9309 Musselman Drive, Apt. 3, Atascadero, CA 93422).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Bradford C Golden. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-22-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 06-22-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1494 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SPILL HERO, 5255 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Impact Absorbents, Inc. (5255 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Impact Absorbents, Inc., Mary Patricia Tharp, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-22-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-22-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1497 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MONTEREY LAKES RECREATION COMPANY, 10625 Lake Nacimiento Drive, Bradley, CA 93426. San Luis Obispo County. RRM-CLM Services, LLC (11811 N Tatum Blvd #4095, Phoenix, AZ 85028). This business is conducted by A DE Limited Liability Company /s/ RRM-CLM Services, LLC, Warren Meyer, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-23-22.

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. 06-23-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1499 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/15/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MENDER, 7705 Yesal Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County.

Mender (7705 Yesal Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Mender, April Cole Worley, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-23-22. 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. 06-23-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1500 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HILARIOUSLY FAKE ORANGE JUICE, 2152 Florence Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Michael Garrett Lanier (2152 Florence Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Garrett Lanier. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-23-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-23-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1503 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/23/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FRESH FARE, 682 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Kristen Lynn Schulz (1234 Vista De La Montana, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kristen Lynn Schulz, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-23-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 06-23-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1505 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/16/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST GETAWAYS, DRAGON LAKE RENTALS, 2429 Winding Brook Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446.

San Luis Obispo County. Silver Lining Operations LLC (2429 Winding Brook Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Silver Lining Operations LLC, Joseph Schmit, Member Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-23-22. 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. 06-23-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1506 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST WEDDING MUSIC, DAVE TATE MUSIC, 2010 Robles Perdido Dr., Unit A, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

David G Tate (2010 Robles Perdido Dr., Unit A, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David G Tate. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0624-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1507 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SOUL GARDEN COMPANION, 2010 Robles Perdido Dr., Unit A, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Victoria E Lagerstrom (2010 Robles Perdido Dr., Unit A, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Victoria E Lagerstrom. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0624-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1508 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/16/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BAY FRONT MARINA, 201 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

WBAM LLC (15600 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ WBAM LLC, Craig Shaffer, Managing Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-2427.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1512 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PRECISION OVERHEAD GARAGE DOOR SERVICE, 4558 Broad Street, Ste. 100A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Laguna Holdings LTD (8 Marble Creek Lane, Coto De Caza, CA 92679).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Laguna Holdings LTD, Michael E Hanson, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. 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. 0624-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1514 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STORI EVENTS, 2101 Johnson Avenue, Apt. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Victoria S. Engle (2101 Johnson Avenue, Apt. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Victoria S. Engle.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-2427.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1516 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEER30 BBQ, 855 Ten Oaks Way, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

Matt D Kobliska, Laurie B Kobliska (855 Ten Oaks Way, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Matt D Kobliska. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-24-27.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1522 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAMI AND CAIT, 832 Sycamore Canyon Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Caitlin Jane Lopez-Vierra (832 Sycamore Canyon Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Caitlin Jane Lopez-Vierra. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-2727.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1524 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/15/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ZACSTER’S HOBBIES AND MORE, 1800 Grand Ave., Suite P, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Jasmine Moore LLC (217 Alder Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Jasmine Moore LLC, Jasmine Moore, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-27-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 06-27-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1526 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2003) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KESHTGAR BROTHERS PARTNERSHIP, 4251 S Higuera #800, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Vahid Keshtgar, Saeed Keshtgar (4251 S Higuera #800, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Vahid Keshtgar, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-27-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1527 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/1997) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PACIFIC RIM CONSTRUCTION, PACIFIC RIM LANDSCAPE, 3440 La Luz Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Thomas Eugene Carter, Georgianna Ruby Carter (3440 La Luz Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Thomas Eugene Carter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-2727.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1533 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/28/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LOVESHIP GIFTS, 960 W. Grand Ave. Suite L, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Sarah Elizabeth Bradshaw (582 River Oaks Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sarah Elizabeth Bradshaw. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-2822. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 06-28-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1544 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT, 803 Orcutt Road, Apt. 201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Brett Gerard Trudeau (803 Orcutt Road, Apt. 201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brett Gerard Trudeau. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-28-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-28-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1534 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/27/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CALTEST INSPECTION SERVICES, H204FUN, CALIFORNIA SURFING INSTITUTE, RIPPING REELS FISHING TEAM, 3350 Bullock Lane, Unit 8, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Jack Edward Wagner Jr (3350 Bullock Lane, Unit 8, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jack Edward Wagner Jr., Principal. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-28-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-28-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-1535 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/28/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TRIPLE CHOCOLATE LLC, 411 Lancaster St., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Triple Chocolate LLC (411 Lancaster St., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Triple Chocolate LLC, Edward Herskovits, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-28-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0628-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1551 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/24/1994) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KUMON MATH & READING, 12320 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Kyoko K Ellis (14055 Morro Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kyoko K Ellis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-29-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-2927.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1556 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/12/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, QUE PASA MEXICAN CAFE, 6917 El Camino Real, Suite G, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Cisneros Restaurants, Inc. (11406 Covent Gardens Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Cisneros Restaurants, Inc., Baldo V. Cisneros, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-29-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-2927.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1563 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL, 216 Oak Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

DEJ Inc. ( 216 Oak Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ DEJ Inc., Elizabeth Silva, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-30-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-30-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1565 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/18/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLISS CAFE, 778 Higuera Street, Suite D, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Follow Your Bliss LLC (778 Higuera Street, Suite D, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Follow Your Bliss LLC, Dara Jenae Stepanek. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-30-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-30-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1537 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUNSHINE HOLISTIC VETERINARY SERVICES, 200 S. Dolliver St. #33, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County.

Todd L Metcalf (200 S. Dolliver St. #33, Pismo Beach, CA 93449).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Todd L Metcalf.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-28-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-28-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1538 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/08/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JMART CLEANING SERVICES, 375 S 9th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Jose Martin Flores Gonzalez (375 S 9th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jose Martin Flores Gonzalez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-2822. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 06-28-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1553 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MARKET EXPRESS, 1051 South 13th St. #C, Grover Beach, CA93433. San Luis Obispo County. Sam Alyousef (285 Alyssum Cir, Nipomo, CA 93444), Tony Younan (2824 Whippoorwill Dr., Rowland Heights, CA 91748).

This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Sam Alyousef, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-29-22.

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

Exp. 06-29-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1554 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/23/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TRI-COUNTY INSULATION AND ACOUSTICAL CONTRACTORS, 910 George Street, Santa Clara, CA 935054.

Santa Clara County. Tri-County Building Products of California, LLC (495 South High Street, Suite 50, Columbus, OH 43215).

This business is conducted by A DE Limited Liability Company /s/ Tri-County Building Products of California, LLC, Shelley A. McBride, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-29-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 06-29-27.

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LEGAL NOTICES

FILE NO. 2022-1555 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/27/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HAZEL HOMESTEAD, 224 Hazel Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Cesar Gilberto Martinez, Charmisa Ann Martinez (224 Hazel Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Charmisa Ann Martinez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-29-22.

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

Exp. 06-29-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1566 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLAIR LONDON GROUP, 4436 Sunflower Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Blair Douglas London (4436 Sunflower Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Blair Douglas London. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-30-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 06-30-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1569 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MICHALAH STORY HAIR, 1121 Rossi Rd., Suite D., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Michalah Jean Story (4525 Miramon Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michalah Story, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-01-27.

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FILE NO. 2022-1571 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEE ROCK, 5625 Interlake Road, Bradley, CA 93426. San Luis Obispo County.

Dana Renee Walters (618 Ancapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dana Renee Walters, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-01-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1572 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DILLONS PLUMBING, 231 S 11th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433-2433. San Luis Obispo County. Dillon Eugene Macaire (231 S 11th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433-2433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dillon E. Macaire. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy.

Exp. 07-01-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1573 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FIRST SOLAR CLEANING, 14680 Old Morro Road West, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County.

Patrick Joseph Neil, Joseph Brian Neil, Adi Lara Mahan (14680 Old Morro Road West, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Patrick Joseph Neil. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 07-01-27.

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1577 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/25/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST COMMUNITY PROPERTIES LLC, 1169 Brighton Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Central Coast Community Properties LLC (1169 Brighton Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Central Coast Community Properties LLC, Teresa Downey, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 07-01-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1582 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/07/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JIMMY JAMES HANDYMAN SERVICES, 1352 Higuera Street, Apt. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. James Maurice Babb (1352 Higuera Street, Apt. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James M. Babb.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-05-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-0527.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1593 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/05/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, IMPERIAL CUSTOM PAINTING COMPANY, 593 N 4th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433.

San Luis Obispo County. Kenny Isaac Ponce Garcia (593 N 4th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kenny Isaac Ponce Garcia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-05-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 07-05-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1606 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORRO BAY ODDER CLUB, 170 Bradley Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Russell Dean Miyoshi (2317 Parkway Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010). This business is conducted by A Joint Venture /s/ Russell Dean Miyoshi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1599 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HAVEN GIFT SHOP, 4040 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Abdo Akkari (1364 Vista Del Lago, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Abdo Akkari, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-06-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 07-06-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1608 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PALOMAR INN, 1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Rakesh Sumanbhai Panchal, Manisha Rakesh Panchal (1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Rakesh S. Panchal, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1586 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SECOND STORY, 2000 Thunder Canyon Road, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Bobbie Lee (2000 Thunder Canyon Road, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Bobbie Lee. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-05-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0705-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1600 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KELLEY’S ABOUT FACE LLC, KELLEY’S PLUMPRETTY SKIN, 940 Ramona Ave., Suite L, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

Kelley’s About Face LLC (940 Ramona Ave., Suite L, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Kelley’s About Face LLC, Kelley Galler, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-06-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 07-06-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1609 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/07/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, 43 EQUIPMENT RENTAL AND LANDSCAPE PRODUCTS, 6501 Via Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Kevin James Buffett (8255 Odonovan Rd., Creston, CA 93432). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kevin Buffett. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1574 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/24/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WELLMIND WITH DR. MICHAEL MCGEE AND ASSOCIATES, 6613 B Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach, CA 93424.

San Luis Obispo County. Wellmind (6613 B Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach, CA 93424). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Wellmind, Michael McGee, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0701-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1589 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/07/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, POSITIVE XPRESSION DESIGN (PXDESIGN), PXDESIGN, 1441 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Felix Concepcion Jr Castillo (Rural Route 1 Box 415, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Felix C. Castillo, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-05-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-05-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1575 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/01/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE ESSENTIAL ENTREPRENEUR, 2057 San Fernando Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County.

Lorenda A Phillips (2057 San Fernando Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lorenda A Phillips. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 07-01-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES

FILE NO. 2022-1592 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FIGUEROA TREE SERVICE, 910 Carner Court, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Fidel Figueroa (910 Carner Court, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Fidel Figueroa. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-05-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0705-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-1603 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/31/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LITL’ CHIPPERS, 1786 Tonini Drive #35, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Timothy Roy Harl, Kari Kitamura (1786 Tonini Drive #35, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Timothy R. Harl, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1605 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/07/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HUMMINGBIRD GARDEN SERVICE, 1177 Hartford Street, Cambria, CA 93428.

San Luis Obispo County. Javier M. Castaneda (1177 Hartford Street, Cambria, CA 93428).

This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Javier M. Castaneda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 07-07-27.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1610 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COOL WATERS PRODUCTIONS, 434 11th St., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. David Eustaquio Varela (434 11th St., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David Eustaquio Varela. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1611 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/07/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DISCOVER OCEANO, 324 Pier Avenue, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Jennifer O Rokes (1491 14th St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jennifer O Rokes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1614 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/30/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PHASE PHYSICAL THERAPY AND WELLNESS, P.C., 9469 Jornada Ln., Apt. 8, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. PHASE Physical Therapy and Wellness, P.C. (9469 Jornada Ln., Apt. 8, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ PHASE Physical Therapy and Wellness, P.C., Sarah M. LeongOpes, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-07-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 07-07-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1624 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CUCINA, 2322 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Grover Mill LLC (2310 Sunset Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Grover Mill LLC, Talon Brehm, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-08-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0708-27.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-1628 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LITTLE RED HEN BREAD, 302 Short Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Finberg Nicole Kirsten (302 Short Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kirsten Finberg, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-08-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 07-0827.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022 FILE NO. 2022-1511 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/07/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MUST! CHARITIES, 3340 Ramada Drive, Suite 2-A, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Must (PO Box 1540, Templeton, CA 93465).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Must, Beck Gray, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0624-27.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

LIEN SALE

Date: July 16, 2022 Address: 22304 I Street, Santa Margarita, CA 93453 Sale of personal and household items belonging to Scott Bailey and Barbara Wiggins: gardening equipment, contractors tools, vacuums, shed accessories, lawn mowers, computer desk and chair, dog kennel fences.

July 7 & 14, 2022

Notice of Lien Sale

On July 18th, 2022 at 8:00 a.m., Nipomo Self Storage, will be holding an online auction listed with www.lockerfox.com for units located at 542 Lindon Lane, Nipomo Ca. The contents are believed to be miscellaneous household and personal items.

The name of persons renting unit and the unit number are as follows.

Minimum bid of $10.00.

Steven Moy - Unit 308 July 7 & 14, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DANA MAE WHITE DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0225

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DANA MAE WHITE A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WENDY SAUNDERS in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that WENDY SAUNDERS 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 26, 2022 at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 9 in person or via Zoom, in 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: Law Office of Karen L. Scott PO Box 383 Pismo Beach, CA 93448 805-574-7899 July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-1484 OLD FILE NO. 2019-1770

Tri County Insulation & Acoustical Contractors, 715 Arctic Ave., Santa Maria, CA 95065. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 07/22/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Statewide Insulation Inc. (1900 F Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95065). This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Mark A Gieseke, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-21-2022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk.

By N. Balseiro, Deputy Clerk.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES Notice of Public Sale

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & amp; Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions.net and will end at the hour of 10 AM on the 26th Day of July, 2022 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Traffic Way Storage, 5395 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following Sean Ahern - Baby items, multimotion baby swing/rocker, baby crib, furniture, clothing, misc boxes/bins Douglas Buckley - Motorcycle body, asst’d motorcycle parts, seats, wheels, wine refrigerator, ladder, bicycle cargo trailer Sergio Cortes - Toolboxes & tools, cables, air compressor, ladder, fireplace, trumpet, furniture, lawn mower, gardening & landscape tools, shop-vac, misc boxes/ bins July 7, 14, 2022

Notice of Public Sale

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions.net and will end at the hour of 11 AM on the 26th Day of July, 2022 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Downtown Mini Storage, 9200 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following John Davis Backpacks, misc bags/bins Rebecca McMurry Folding table, women’s clothes, misc bags/bins Patricia School Household items, speakers, misc boxes/bags/bins July 7, 14, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-1459 OLD FILE NO. 2020-1492

Cambria Pines Tree Service, 240 Marina St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 07/27/2020. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Dennis Eugene White (240 Marina St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Dennis Eugene White. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-20-2022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By M. Katz, Deputy Clerk.

June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY

Notice is given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21701-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

Main Mini Storage, 1380 Santa Ynez Avenue, 2000 Mountain View Avenue, Los Osos, CA 93402, 2100 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. Will sell by competitive bidding ending on or after July 15th ,2022 on or after 10:00 A.M., property in storage units.

Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures.com.

Property to be sold includes, but is not limited to: Bookshelves, dressers, washers & dryers, desks, beds, tables and chairs, bed frames, mattresses, kitchen utensils, kitchenware, pots and pans, appliances, furnishings, clothing, household items, luggage, stereo equipment, cabinets, sporting equipment, fishing gear, camping gear, tools, construction equipment, computers, monitors, printers, toys, TV’S, bicycles, golf clubs, surf boards, office furniture, personal items, possible collectibles/antiques and boxed items contents unknown, belonging to the following: LOS OSOS Jaymee Celaya (5x10) Christian Bryant (10x10) Purchases must be paid for at time of sale in CASH ONLY. All purchased items sold as is, where is. Items must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Advertiser reserves the right to bid.

Dated this day 15th day of June 2022.

Auction by StorageTreasures.com Phone (480) 397-6503 Main Mini Storage (805) 5287864 Ad to run July 7th and July 14th, 2022.

NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY

Notice is given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21701-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

“SuperStorage”, 2050 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445, will sell by competitive bidding ending on or after July 25th, 2022 on or after 10:00 A.M., property in storage units. Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures.com.

Property to be sold includes, but is not limited to: Bookshelves, dressers, washers & dryers, desks, beds, tables and chairs, bed frames, mattresses, kitchen utensils, kitchenware, pots and pans, appliances, furnishings, clothing, household items, luggage, stereo equipment, cabinets, sporting equipment, fishing gear, camping gear, tools, construction equipment, computers, monitors, printers, toys, TV’S, bicycles, golf clubs, surf boards, office furniture, personal items, possible collectibles/antiques and boxed items contents unknown, belonging to the following: Patrick Oconnor (10X20) Joshua Salamanca (5X9) Patrick O connor (6X8) James Dunn (10X20) Francisco Rivera (10X10) Purchases must be paid for at time of sale in CASH ONLY. All purchased items sold as is, where is. Items must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Advertiser reserves the right to bid.

Dated this 11th day of July, 2022 Auction by StorageTreasures.com Phone (855)722-8853 SuperStorage (805) 474-4445 Ad to run July 14th, 2022 and July 25th, 2022

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

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) is/are: Central Coast Investment Associates, a California Limited Liability company 791 W. Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 Doing Business as: Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, San Luis Obispo All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s) is/are: (if none, so state): None The location in California of the chief executive office of the seller(s) (if same as above, so state): same The name(s) and address(es) of the buyer(s) is/are: Gomez Restaurants, Inc, a California corporation 4539 N. Brawley Ave., Suite 103, Fresno, CA 93722 The assets being sold are generally described as: All of the furniture, fixtures, equipment, goodwill, trade name, merchandise inventory and supplies of that certain business known as Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, 791 W. Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: Central Coast Business Brokers, 1405 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93401 on or after August 1, 2022.

The bulk sale is subject to the California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106. The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: Central Coast Business Brokers, 1405 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

And the last day to file claims by any creditor shall be July 29, 2022 which is the business day prior to the anticipated sale date specified above.

Dated: July 11, 2022 Buyer(s): Gomez Restaurants Inc. By: Javier Gomez /s/ Javier Gomez 7/14/2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-1576 OLD FILE NO. 2021-0721 Divine Cleaning, 9490 Avonne Avenue, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 03/19/2021. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Alondra De Jesus (9490 Avonne Avenue, San Simeon, CA 93452).

This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Alondra De Jesus, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-01-2022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By N. Balseiro, Deputy Clerk.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0140

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Justin Balough filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Bellamy Jay Balough to PROPOSED NAME: Bellamy Jean Balough 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.

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0310

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Alexis Jade Ehens filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Alexis Jade Ehens to PROPOSED NAME: Alexis Ehens 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 18, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 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: June 21, 2022 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-1604 OLD FILE NO. 2021-0737

Hummingbird Garden Service, 1177 Hartford Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 03/22/2021. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Javier Castaneda, Sigrid Castaneda (1177 Hartford Street, Cambria, CA 93428). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Sigrid Castaneda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-072022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By S. King, Deputy Clerk.

July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0318

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Jennifer Saari and Kalle Saari filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Jennifer Julia von Reis Saari to PROPOSED NAME: Jennifer Julia Byrne Eskelin, PRESENT NAME: Kalle Antti Saari to PROPOSED NAME: Kalle Antti Tapani Eskelin, PRESENT NAME: Leander Edward Tisell Saari to PROPOSED NAME: Leander Edward Tisell Eskelin, PRESENT NAME: Geoffrey Allan Ironside Saari to PROPOSED NAME: Geoffrey Allan Ironside Eskelin 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 27, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. D9 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 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

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: September 01, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 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 25, 2022 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

Date: June 24, 2022 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0332

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Christine Lauren Seely filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Christine Lauren Seely to PROPOSED NAME: Christine Seely 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 31, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 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: July 5, 2022 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CVP-0152

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Jordan William Kagarise filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Jordan William Kagarise to PROPOSED NAME: Jordan William Jandle 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 27, 2022, Time: 9:30 am, Dept.

P2 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause 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 10, 2022 /s/: Hernaldo J. Baltodano, Judge of the Superior Court June 30, July 7, 14, & 21, 2022

Public Notice of Lien Sale Business & Professional Code 21700

Notice is hereby given that a Public Lien Auction will be held at Storage 101 1420 Ramada Dr. Paso Robles CA 93446 The sale will take place on Friday July 15, 2022 @10am!! Contents stored in the following Units will be Sold: 675 & 251B Donna Williams, 212 Robert Jennings, 609 Tiffany Hernandez, 318B Danielle Dupre, 284B John Vogelsegang, 329B Charles Barthouser, 747 Edward Farmer, 207 Samantha Shapiro, 723 Todd Thiebald, 203 Katelyn Coffey, 506 Thomas Frontera, 329A, 433, Adele SanchezGarcia, 681 Melissa Golla, 444 Paul Manahan 688 Samantha Buie, 253 True Von Bargen, 710 David Rising Auction Conducted by Hitchin’ Post Auctioneers Bond # 65343801 July 7 & 14, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CVP-0161

To Ray Allen Garlinton and all interested persons: Petitioner: Nicole Marie Prescott filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Ryleigh Dawn Garlington to PROPOSED NAME: Ryleigh Dawn Prescott, PRESENT NAME: Kaylee Marie Garlington to PROPOSED NAME: Kaylee Marie Prescott 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: September 14, 2022, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause 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 15, 2022 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CVP-0180

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Giuseppo Rossi filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Giuseppo Rossi to PROPOSED NAME: Joseph Albert Rossi 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 17, 2022, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 In Person or Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause 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: July 5, 2022 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court July 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 2022

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) George E. Johnson III, and individual COMPLAINT YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 19LC-0028

Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A

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

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

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

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte.

Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta.

Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/ espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requistas legales.

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

CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso):19LC-0028 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo 1035 Palm St. Room 385 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Patrice J. Hensley (State Bar #:321134) Collection At Law, Inc., A.P.C. 3835 E. Thousand Oaks Bl #R349 Westlake Village, CA 91362 818-716-7630 Date: (Fecha) 01/08/2019 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario) /s/, Matthew Zepeda, Deputy Clerk, (adjunto)

LEGAL NOTICES Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Alleges causes of action against Defendant* (Name or names): GEORGE E JOHNSON III, an individual This pleading, including attachments and exhibits, consists of the following number of pages: 21 Each plaintiff names above is a competent adult except plaintiff (name): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., a corporation qualified to do business in California Plaintiff (name): Wells Fargo Bank, N. A. has complied with all licensing requirements as a licensed (specify): Lender The following causes of action are attached and the statement above apply to each (each complaint must have one or more causes of action attached) Breach of Contract Common Counts Other Allegations: Plaintiff prays for judgment for costs of suit; for such relief as is fair m just , and equitable; and for Damages of $6,384.65 Attorney’s fees according to proof Date: January 4, 2019 /s/ Patrice J. Hensley, Esq. July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2022

SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: DIANA SUE SAULSBURY, an individual; ROBIN EDWARD BARNHILL, an individual; DOES 1 – 50, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: KENNETH DANIAL BARNHILL CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0206

Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond in 30 days. Read the information below.

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

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

CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0206 The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408

COMPLAINT

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Paul F. Ready Farmer & Ready 1254 Marsh Street PO box 1443 San Luis Obispo, CA93406 805-541-1626 Date: 05/12/2022 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk, Pamela Stember, Deputy Clerk

Plaintiff* (Name or names):

June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

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SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: DIANA SUE SAULSBURY, an individual; DOES 1 – 50, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: KENNETH DANIAL BARNHILL CASE NUMBER: 22CV0207

Notice! You have been sued.

The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond in 30 days.

Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you.

Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case.

There may be a court form that you can use for your response.

You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away.

If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate

these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0207 The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Paul F. Ready Farmer & Ready 1254 Marsh Street PO box 1443 San Luis Obispo, CA93406 805-541-1626 Date: 05/12/2022 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk, Pamela Stember, Deputy Clerk June 23, 30, July 7, & 14, 2022

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHO: San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors WHEN: Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out placement of this item on the Board of Supervisors Agenda, go to the County’s website at www.slocounty. ca.gov on the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date.

WHAT: Hearing to consider an appeal (APPL2021-00023) by Troy & Lorraine Javadi and an appeal (APPL2021-00024) by Michael Wasley and Murray Powell of the Planning Department Hearing Officer’s approval of a Minor Use Permit (DRC2018-00083) for Integrated Agriculture, Inc. to establish up to three acres of outdoor cannabis cultivation canopy within hoop structures, ancillary processing activities, ancillary transport, and other related site improvements.

The project includes the installation of 163,548 square feet (3.75 acres) of hoop structures, security fencing and surveillance system, a new 9,500-gallon galvanized steel water tank, one seatrain container for storage, and parking and access roadway improvements. The project would result in approximately 7.8 acres of site disturbance on a 107 acre parcel located at 3520 Creston Road, approximately 1 mile east of the City of Paso Robles. The project site is in the Agriculture land use category and within the in the El Pomar-Estrella Sub-Area of the North County Planning Area.

County File Numbers: APPL2021-00023/24 Assessor Parcel Number: 033-011-026 Supervisorial District: 1 Date Accepted: January 13, 2022 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: You may contact Eric Tolle, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, 976 Osos Street, Room 300, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 788-2148 or at etolle@co.slo.ca.us. The staff report will be available for review the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date on the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 2100 et seq., and California Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued May 21, 2021, for this project. Mitigation measures are recommended as conditions of approval to address impacts to air quality, biological resources, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, and mandatory findings of significance, and are included as conditions of approval. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing** DATED: July 14, 2022 WADE HORTON, EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS By: Niki Martin Deputy Clerk June 14, 2022

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Shandon-San Juan Water District NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 6, 2022, an assessment levied by the Shandon-San Juan Water District for the 2022-2023 fiscal year became due and payable. Payment is requested by August 15, 2022. The assessment will be delinquent if not paid by January 6, 2023. Upon delinquency, a penalty of 5 percent of the amount delinquent will be added thereto and the delinquent property sold to the District, or the delinquency otherwise collected as provided by law.

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CONSUMER INDEX The San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Chapter 5.44 entitled “Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization” requires that the monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) percentage (%) be published as a basis for establishing rent increases. The monthly space rent in mobile home parks may not be increased more than once each year based on the CPI % change, or 9%, whichever is less. The CPI monthly data for Los Angeles, Long Beach and Anaheim is used for San Luis Obispo.

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For further information regarding the CPI %, please contact the CPI Hotline at (415) 625-2270.

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PROJECT IDENTIFICATION Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Clerk at 1055 Monterey Street, Suite D120 (1st. Floor), San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, until 3:00 PM on Thursday, August 11, 2022 for Airports Job Order Contract (Airports JOC 22-01; and Airports JOC 22-02) for work to be performed at Countywide Airports projects, with Contract Documents for said work on file in the office of the Clerk of the Board. Please note that metered parking is extremely limited.

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Airports (Airports) is responsible for developing and maintaining the Oceano (L52) and San Luis Obispo (SBP) airports. On May 26, 2021, Airports and County of San Luis Obispo Department of Public Works (Public Works) established a Memorandum of Understanding for airport specific Project Development/Project Delivery. Under the terms of the MOU, Public Works provides project and contract management services to Airports.

A Job Order Contract (JOC) is a competitively bid, firm-fixed-price indefinite-quantity contract. It includes a collection of detailed repair and remodel tasks and specifications that have established unit prices. It is placed with a Contractor for the accomplishment of repair, alteration, modernization, rehabilitation, etc., of buildings, structures, or other real property. JOCs have the ability to include both building/facility work (“vertical construction”) as well as infrastructure work (“horizontal construction”). This is ideal for the various projects on the horizon for Airports. Ordering is accomplished by means of issuance of a Job Order against the Contract. The Job Order will reference the Detailed Scope of Work and set forth the Job Order Completion Time and the Job Order Price.

The Contractor, under the JOC Contract, furnishes management, labor, materials, equipment and engineering support needed to perform the work.

The Contractor is guaranteed to receive the opportunity to perform Job Orders totaling at least $50,000 under Airports JOC 22-01, or at least $50,000 under Airports JOC 22-02. The County estimates the initial maximum dollar value of the Contract to be $750,000 for the one-year contractual period. The Contractor is not guaranteed to receive this volume of Job Orders. It is merely an estimate. The County has no obligation to give the Contractor the opportunity to perform Job Orders in excess of the Minimum Contract Value of $50,000. The law allows for the Contract amount to be increased up to $5,402,865 within the one-year contractual period, upon mutual consent and provided additional bonds are provided. Therefore, the County reserves the right to increase the amount of the Contract allowable by law based on budgetary considerations and performance of the Contractor.

The JOC Contract includes a Construction Task Catalog® (CTC). This CTC is based on the use of experienced labor and high-quality materials. All of the unit prices incorporate prevailing local wage, equipment and materials cost data. The CTC is work segment based. The CTC also incorporates local activity, climate and geographic features.

The County selected The Gordian Group’s Job Order Contracting (JOC) Solution (Gordian JOC SolutionTM) for their JOC Program. The Gordian JOC SolutionTM includes Gordian’s proprietary JOC software applications (JOC Applications) and construction cost data (Construction Task Catalog®), which shall be used by the Contractor solely for the purpose of fulfilling its obligations under this Contract, including the preparation and submission of Price Proposals, subcontractor lists, and other requirements specified by the County. Bidders will offer four (4) pricing Adjustment Factors. Two (2) Adjustment Factors for Projects in General Facilities and two (2) Adjustment Factors for Projects in Secure Areas - for both Normal Working Hours and Other Than Normal Working Hours (overtime) to be applied to the Construction Task Catalog® Unit Price. These Adjustment Factors will be proposed separately. The Construction Task Catalog® and the Contractor’s Adjustment Factors will be incorporated in the awarded Contract.

EXAMINATION AND PROCUREMENT OF DOCUMENTS The contract documents shall consist of one bound volume containing hard copies of the Airports JOC 22-01; and Airports JOC 22-02 Invitation to Bidders, Instructions to Bidders, Bid Form, Supplements to Bid Form, Agreement, Bond Requirements and Forms and Guarantees, General Conditions, Construction Site Management and Water Pollution Control, Contract Appendices; and a CD-ROM containing the above documents as well as the Construction Task Catalog® and Technical Specifications. Documents are available for download free of charge at: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GS/Purchasing/Current_Formal_Bids_and_Proposals.htm PRE-BID CONFERENCE All bidders are REQUIRED to attend a mandatory Pre-Bid Conference at the County Government Center at 1055 Monterey Street, Room D361 (3rd Floor), San Luis Obispo, at 2:00 PM local time, Thursday, July 27, 2022, for the purpose of discussing the JOC concept, discussing JOC from the Contractor’s perspective, and answering questions from potential bidders. Any Bid submitted by a Bidder not represented at the pre-bid meeting will be deemed non- responsive and rejected by the County.

BID OPENING 5.01 All bids must be addressed to County of San Luis Obispo, and delivered to the County Clerk, County Government Center, 1055 Monterey Street, Suite D120 (1st. Floor), San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, and shall bear the Project Title, Project Number and Name of the Bidder.

5.02 Said bids shall be opened and read aloud by the County Clerk, on August 11, 2022, at 3:15 PM at a public meeting.

5.03 Bidders may bid separately on any or all of the contracts; however, only one contract may be awarded to any bidder. The apparent lowest responsive and responsible bidder shall be determined sequentially for each contract in the following order: Airports JOC 22-01; Airports JOC 22-02. The apparent lowest responsive and responsible bidder on each JOC contract will be excluded from consideration for successive contracts. No Contractor will be permitted to submit more than one (1) bid for each Job Order Contract solicitation. Bids by related Contractors are prohibited. For purposes of this solicitation, one Contractor (“Contractor A”) will be determined to be related to another Contractor (“Contractor B”) if, (i) Contractor A either directly or indirectly owns ten percent (10%) or more of the shares or capital interest in Contractor B; (ii) Contractor A has more than fifty percent (50%) of the voting interest in Contractor B; or (iii) one or more of a Contractor’s owners is also an officer, director, or partner in the other Contractor’s company.

Bids are to be submitted in separate sealed envelopes. Envelopes shall be marked in lower left corner “Bid for Airports JOC 22-01” or “Bid for Airports JOC 22-02.”

CERTIFICATION OF BIDS (BID BOND) Pursuant to Public Contract Code, Section 20129, each Bid must be accompanied by Cash, Certified or Cashier’s Check made payable to the County of San Luis Obispo, or a Bidder’s Bond from a company ADMITTED to transact surety business in the State of California in the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000). Said checks or bond shall constitute liquidated damages in the event the successful bidder fails to file satisfactory bonds as otherwise required by the Contract Documents, or fails or refuses to enter into a Contract within the specified time. If a bidder’s bond is submitted, it must be in the form provided herein.

GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS 7.01 Public Contract Code The bidding of this project is governed by the California State Public Contract Code. The State of California Public Contract Code makes provisions for the rejection of bids and sets forth alternate Contract procedures. If all bids are rejected, the County Board of Supervisors, after re-evaluating its project cost estimates, may, subject to the provisions of Section 22038 of the Public Contract Code; (1) abandon the project, (2) re-advertise for bids, (3) proceed with the project utilizing Owner personnel or force account. If no bids are received, the project may be performed by force account or by negotiated Contract.

In the event any action is taken by the Board of Supervisors pursuant to Section 22038 all bidders will be notified in writing. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, subject to Owner’s right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in the bids or in the bidding. If two or more bids are the same and the lowest, the Owner may accept the one it chooses or both.

7.02 Specific Materials, Products and Control Systems Designated by Brand or Name Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400(c), the County may make a finding that is described in the invitation for bids that designates certain products, things, or services by specific brand or trade name for the statutorily enumerated purposes. As required by Section 3400(c)(2), the County Board of Supervisors has made such findings. These findings, as well as the particular materials, products and control systems and their specific brand or trade names that must be used for the Project may be found in Part 1 of Appendix B “San Luis Obispo County Building Standards 2021 Update”. Unless specifically designated in Part 1 of Appendix B, whenever in specifications any material, process or article is indicated or specified by grade, patent, or proprietary name or by name of manufacturer, such specifications shall be deemed to be used for the purpose of facilitating the description of the material, process or article desired and shall be deemed to be followed by words “or equal”.

7.03 Contractor’s License A Contractor is required to be licensed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III of the Business and Professions Code Pursuant to Section 3300, of the Public Contract Code, the classification of the bidder’s Contractor’s License shall be “B”. Failure of a bidder to obtain adequate licensing for an award of a Contract shall constitute a failure to execute the Contract and shall result in the forfeiture of the Bidder’s Bond.

7.04 Payment of General Prevailing Rate Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1773 of the California Labor Code, the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo has obtained from the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work for the locality in which the work is to be performed for each needed craft, classification, or type of workman. Copies of said prevailing rate of per diem wages are available at the California Department of Industrial Relations’ web site address at: www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD. Travel and Subsistence Payments shall be in accordance with Section 1773.1 of the Labor Code. Wage rates for holiday and overtime work shall be in accordance with Section 1773 of the Labor Code. Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1777.5, 1777.6, and 1777.7 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any subcontractor. Attention is directed to the provisions in Section 1776 of the Labor Code concerning payroll records.

Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1810 – 1815 of the Labor Code concerning work hours.

7.05 Classification Not Covered by Prevailing Rate Any laborer or mechanic employed to perform Work on the project under this Contract, which Work is not covered by any of the stipulated classifications, shall be paid not less than the minimum rate of wages specified for the classification which most nearly corresponds to the Work to be performed by him and such minimum wage rate shall be retroactive to the time of initial employment of such person in such classification. In the event of any dispute on that question, the question and the information shall be referred for determination to the Board of Supervisors or to any official designated by the Board of Supervisors, whose decision on the question shall be conclusive on the parties to this Contract with the same effect as if the Work performed by such laborer or mechanic had been classified and the minimum rate specified herein.

7.06 Overtime, Sundays, and Holidays Not less than one and one-half (1-1/2) times the basic hourly rate plus applicable employer payments. The holidays upon which such rates shall be paid shall be all holidays recognized in the collective bargaining agreement applicable to the particular craft, classification or type of worker employed on the project.

7.07 Apprentices Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any sub-contractor under him.

Department of Industrial Relations Registration Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.1, no contractor or subcontractor may be listed on the bid proposal for this public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5.

Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.1, no contractor or subcontractor may be awarded this public works contract unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5.

This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations, pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4.

7.08 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Any work performed within the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) secure area must comply with FAA technical specifications. Please refer to Appendix F for additional information.

7.10 Other Requirements Attention is directed to Executive Order N-6-22 (EO), issued by Gov. Newsom on March 4, 2022. The EO directs all agencies and departments that are subject to the Governor’s authority to take certain immediate steps, including notifying all contractors and grantees of their obligations to comply with existing economic sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law.

1) All bidders shall ensure compliance with economic sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law (collectively, economic sanctions) including by refraining from new investments in, and financial transactions with, Russian institutions or companies that are headquartered or have their principal place of business in Russia (Russian entities), and not transferring technology to Russia or Russian entities.

By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo, California in their action on the 12th day of July, 2022.

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SAN LUIS OBISPO CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. 1716 (2022 SERIES)

SAN LUIS OBISPO CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. 1717 (2022 SERIES)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 5 (LICENSES, PERMITS, AND REGULATIONS) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO AMEND CHAPTER 5.50 (SIDEWALK CAFÉS) AND ADD CHAPTER 5.51 (PARKLETS)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 8.10 REQUIRING ALL-ELECTRIC NEW BUILDINGS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of July 5, 2022, introduced the above titled ordinance upon a motion by Council Member Shoreman, second by Vice Mayor Christianson, and on the following roll call vote:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of July 5, 2022, introduced the above titled ordinance upon a motion by Vice Mayor Christianson, second by Council Member Marx, and on the following roll call vote:

AYES:

Council Member Marx, Pease, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Christianson, and Mayor Stewart NOES: None Ordinance No. 1716 (2022 Series): This is a City Ordinance to amend Title 5 (Licenses, Permits, and Regulations) of the Municipal Code to amend Chapter 5.50 (Sidewalk Cafes) by adding Chapter 5.51 (Parklets), which is intended to provide opportunities for properly licensed and permitted restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries to offer outdoor dining on public sidewalks, in a manner compatible with pedestrian traffic and surrounding uses, in commercial zones where such uses are allowed.

A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the July 19, 2022 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7100 for more information.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of July 19, 2022 at with Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and the Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http://youtube.slo.city.

Teresa Purrington City Clerk

A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the July 19, 2022 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7100 for more information.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of July 19, 2022 at with Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and the Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http:// youtube.slo.city.

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SAN LUIS OBISPO CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. 1718 (2022 SERIES) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE SUPPORTING THE CLEAN ENERGY FOR NEW BUILDINGS PROGRAM (PL-CODE-0286-2022) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of July 5, 2022, introduced the above titled ordinance upon a motion by Vice Mayor Christianson, second by Council Member Marx, and on the following roll call vote: Council Member Marx, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Christianson, and Mayor Stewart

RECUSED: Council Member Pease Ordinance No. 1718 (2022 Series): This is a City Ordinance to amend City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning Regulations), Section 17.70.095 (Incentives related to new all-electric buildings), to modify the type of temporary flexibility in the application of site development standards for the provision of all-electric buildings and extend the term of the Ordinance to December 31, 2025, and amend Chapter 17.158 (General Definitions) definition for an all-electric building, with an exemption from Environmental Review (CEQA). (Project Address: Citywide; Case #: CODE-0286-2022; City of San Luis Obispo, owner/applicant) A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the July 19, 2022 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7100 for more information.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of July 19, 2022 at with Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and the Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http://youtube.slo.city.

Teresa Purrington City Clerk July 14, 2022

RECUSED: Council Member Pease Ordinance No. 1717 (2022 Series): This is a City Ordinance to amend Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code to add Chapter 8.10 (All-Electric New Buildings) to prohibit the installation of new natural gas infrastructure and require all-electric new buildings starting January 1, 2023.

Teresa Purrington City Clerk

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AYES:

AYES: Council Member Marx, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Christianson, and Mayor Stewart

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City.

1. 1236 Pismo St. HOME-0296-2022; Review of a homestay rental application to allow shortterm rental (such as AirBNB) of an owneroccupied single-family residence. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2 zone; Kate Hewell, applicant. (Graham Bultema) 2. 459 Mesa Way. HOME-0326-2022; Review of a homestay rental application to allow shortterm rental (such as AirBNB) of an owneroccupied single-family residence. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); O-SP zone; Kim Van, applicant.

(Graham Bultema) 3. 2082 Harris St. HOME-0328-2022; Review of a homestay rental application to allow shortterm rental (such as AirBNB) of an owneroccupied single-family residence. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2 zone; Stephanie Kleinsmith, applicant. (Graham Bultema) 4. 446 Dana St. ARCH-0023-2022; Review of a new two-story residential building with a two-bedroom dwelling and a two-bedroom Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), and associated site improvements on property located in the Downtown Historic District (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); R-3-H Zone; James Cooley, Dana Street, LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell) The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than July 25, 2022.

The Director’s decision may be appealed, and must be filed with the appropriate appeal fee within 10 days of the Director’s action. For more information, contact the City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, stop by Monday and Wednesday between 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., or call (805) 781-7170, weekdays, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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MID-STATE FAIR JULY 20–31, 2022

BOOK YOUR AD BY: July 15, 2022 PUBLICATION DATE: July 21, 2022

Homework: Ask a friend or loved one to tell you a good secret.

Newsletter.freewillastrology.com ARIES (March 21-April 19): With a fanciful flourish, Aries poet Seamus Heaney wrote, “I ate the day / Deliberately, that its tang / Might quicken me all into verb, pure verb.” I’d love for you to be a pure verb for a while, Aries. Doing so would put you in robust rapport with astrological rhythms. As a pure verb, you’ll never be static. Flowing and transformation will be your specialties. A steady stream of fresh inspiration and new meanings will come your way. You already have an abundance of raw potential for living like a verb—more than all the other signs of the zodiac. And in the coming weeks, your aptitude for that fluidic state will be even stronger than usual.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): According to Arthurian myth, the Holy Grail is a cup that confers magical powers. Among them are eternal youth, miraculous healing, the restoration of hope, the resurrection of the dead, and an unending supply of healthy and delicious food and drink. Did the Grail ever exist as a material object? Some believe so. After 34 years of research, historian David Adkins thinks he’s close to finding it. He says it’s buried beneath an old house in Burton-on-Trent, a town in central England. I propose we make this tantalizing prospect your metaphor of power during the coming weeks. Why? I suspect there’s a chance you will discover a treasure or precious source of vitality. It may be partially hidden in plain sight or barely disguised in a mundane setting.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I’m pleased to authorize you to be extra vast and extensive in the coming weeks. Like Gemini poet Walt Whitman, you should never apologize and always be proud of the fact that you contain multitudes. Your multivalent, wideranging outlook will be an asset, not a liability. We should all thank you for being a grand compendium of different selves.

Your versatility and elasticity will enhance the well-being of all of us whose lives you touch.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your memory is substantial. Your sensitivity is monumental. Your urge to nurture is deep. Your complexity is epic. Your feelings are bottomless. Your imagination is prodigious. Because of all these aptitudes and capacities, you are too much for some people. Not everyone can handle your intricate and sometimes puzzling beauty. But there are enough folks out there who do appreciate and thrive on your gifts. In the coming weeks and months, make it your quest to focus your urge to merge on them.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I love these lines by Leo poet Conrad Aiken: “Remember (when time comes) how chaos died to shape the shining leaf.” I hope this lyrical thought will help you understand the transformation you’re going through. The time has come for some of your chaos to expire—and in doing so, generate your personal equivalent of shining leaves. Can you imagine what the process would look and feel like? How might it unfold? Your homework is to ponder these wonders.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A British woman named Andie Holman calls herself the Scar Queen. She says, “Tight scar tissue creates pain, impacts mobility, affects your posture, and usually looks bad.” Her specialty is to diminish the limiting effects of scars, restoring flexibility and decreasing aches.

Of course, she works with actual physical wounds, not the psychological kind. I wish I could refer you to healers who would help you with the latter, Virgo. Do you know any? If not, seek one out. The good news is that you now have more personal power than usual to recover from your old traumas and diminish your scars. I urge you to make such work a priority in the coming weeks.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Ancient Roman philosopher Seneca wrote, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”

But a Spanish proverb suggests a different element may be necessary: “Good luck comes by elbowing.” (Elbowing

refers to the gesture you use as you push your way through a crowd, nudging people away from the path you want to take.)

A Danish proverb says that preparation and elbowing aren’t enough: “Luck will carry someone across the brook if they are not too lazy to leap.” Modern author Wendy Walker has the last word: “Fortune adores audacity.” I hope I’ve inspired you to be alert to the possibility that extra luck is now available to you. And I hope I’ve convinced you to be audacious, energetic, well-prepared, and willing to engage in elbowing.

Take maximum advantage of this opportunity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Many Scorpios imagine sex to be a magnificent devotion, a quintessential mode of worship, an unparalleled celebration of sacred earthiness. I endorse and admire this perspective. If our culture had more of it, the art and entertainment industries would offer far less of the demeaning, superficial versions of sexuality that are so rampant. Here’s another thing I love about Scorpios: So many of you grasp the value of sublimating lust into other fun and constructive accomplishments. You’re skilled at channeling your high-powered libido into practical actions that may have no apparent erotic element. The coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to do a lot of that.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A Sagittarius reader named Jenny-Sue asked, “What are actions I could take to make my life more magical?” I’m glad she asked. The coming weeks will be a favorable time to raise your delight and enchantment levels, to bask in the blessed glories of alluring mysteries and uncanny synchronicities. Here are a few tips: 1. Learn the moon’s phases and keep track of them. 2. Acquire a new sacred treasure and keep it under your pillow or in your bed.

3. Before sleep, ask your deep mind to provide you with dreams that help generate creative answers to a specific question. 4. Go on walks at night or at dawn. 5. Compose a wild or funny prayer and shout it aloud as you run through a field. 6. Sing a soulful song to yourself as you gaze into a mirror.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Being able to receive love doesn’t come easy for some Capricorns. You may also not be adept at making yourself fully available for gifts and blessings. But you can learn these things. You can practice. With enough mindful attention, you might eventually become skilled at the art of getting a lot of what you need and knowing what to do with it. And I believe the coming weeks will be a marvelous time to increase your mastery.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “If I don’t practice one day, I know it; two days, the critics know it; three days, the public knows it.”

This quote is variously attributed to violinist Jascha Heifetz, trumpeter Louis Armstrong, and violinist Isaac Stern. It’s a fundamental principle for everyone who wants to get skilled at any task, not just for musicians. To become a master of what you love to do, you must work on it with extreme regularity. This is always true, of course. But according to my astrological analysis, it will be even more intensely true and desirable for you during the coming months. Life is inviting you to raise your expertise to a higher level. I hope you’ll respond!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In May 2021, Jessica and Ben Laws got married on their dairy farm. The ceremony unfolded smoothly, but an unforeseen event interrupted the reception party. A friend who had been monitoring their herd came to tell the happy couple that their pregnant cow had gone into labor and was experiencing difficulties. Jessica ran to the barn and plunged into active assistance, still clad in her lovely floor-length bridal gown and silver tiara. The dress got muddy and trashed, but the birth was successful. The new bride had no regrets. I propose making her your role model for now. Put practicality over idealism. Opt for raw and gritty necessities instead of neat formalities. Serve what’s soulful, even if it’s messy. ∆

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