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to be behind county Supervisor Jimmy Paulding’s recent attempt to get Oceano’s various leadership and advisory councils to agree to disagree in a civil fashion. However, the groups in question had qualms about his proposed “unification compact,” which would put certain controversial topics— including off-highway vehicles on the dunes and the future of the Oceano Airport—off the table for a while. Paulding also brought up the option of annexing Oceano to a neighboring city. For this story, Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal talks with Paulding, Oceano leadership, and other officials to dig into longstanding disagreements and what the future holds [10]
This week, you can also read about the current trial for a two-decade-old murder case [6], the new perspectives on ancient sculpture at SLOMA [28], and a local mindful meal prep menus [34]
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Stephen Deflaun gazed intently at all the autopsy photos of a boy and a man projected on the large screen inside a courtroom of the San Luis Obispo County Superior Court.
He’s on trial for allegedly shooting and killing both of them more than 20 years ago.
The SLO County District Attorney’s Office claimed that on July 8, 2001, Deflaun murdered 37-year-old Stephen Wells and his 11-year-old nephew, Jerry Rios Jr., after quarreling at the Morro Strand State Beach campground. Deflaun faces a slew of criminal charges from the DA’s office pertaining to murder with a firearm and assaulting a peace officer with a firearm. In response, he entered pleas of not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity.
Deflaun was arrested on the scene in 2001 and held in jail. Diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in the past, he was deemed unfit in 2004 to stand trial, but that changed last year.
On March 28, Deflaun’s trial started with the “guilt phase,” meaning the jury will determine if he was responsible for the two murders based only on the facts presented to them.
On April 10, once the jury left the courtroom, presiding Judge Jacquelyn Duffy ruled that the jurors will not hear about Deflaun’s past incompetency to stand trial and the fact that he was found not guilty by reason of insanity in a 1982 Massachusetts case for possession of a knife.
Duffy also sustained prosecutors’ objection to a series of photographs depicting Deflaun’s childhood. His defense attorney, Ray Allen, stated that the pictures present a trajectory from a relatively healthy mental state to signs of mental illness starting at age 14. The judge said she had concerns about its relevance.
If the jury finds Deflaun guilty, the trial will move to the “sanity phase”—the period where they’ll hear more about his mental health history, likely to include details about the incompetency to stand trial and the 1982 verdict.
On April 11, hours after the prosecution—led by SLO County Assistant District Attorney Eric Dobroth—rested its case, Deflaun took to the witness stand as part of the defense team’s arguments. His other defense attorney, Tim Osman, previously told the court that Deflaun faces a mental illness that makes him believe he hears voices in his head.
During his testimony, Deflaun claimed that these voices influenced him to kill Wells and Rios Jr. He elaborated that the voices belong to an entity called “the program.”
“It’s an unnamed religious group in America, run by the CIA [Central Intelligence Agency],” he said. “Its primary purpose is to torture me probably until death. It’s used primarily for entertainment and used to humiliate me.”
Deflaun added that he’s been a victim of “the program” for 50 years, forcing him to flee from Massachusetts to California in the 1980s. Soon after that, he purchased a brown van and kept a journal to document his travels through the state. Eventually, Deflaun drove that van to the Morro Bay campground where the murders took place.
While recounting his early years, Deflaun stated that a doctor had diagnosed him with paranoid schizophrenia after he began therapy in 1976.
“I may have been at the time but I’m not now,” he said.
At one point during his testimony, Deflaun scanned the courtroom. He added that “the program” was active at that very moment.
“As I look around the courtroom, all the people I’m looking at, [visions and thoughts]
Morro Bay residents will soon have a closer look at state and federal legislation involving offshore wind energy developments, thanks to new changes to city policy.
The City Council unanimously adopted resolutions at its April 11 meeting that will allow for the notification of any policy changes or proposals taking place at local, state, and federal meetings. The council also voted to send Mayor Carla Wixom and Councilmember Zara Landrum to represent the city at the upcoming Pacific Offshore Wind Summit in early May.
“The goal of the resolutions is to make sure that the powers that be understand we want a seat at the
table and be part of the process of what might affect the city of Morro Bay,” Wixom told New Times. Wixom, who serves as the head of the Morro Bay subcommittee on Offshore Wind Energy, has handled the city’s involvement with energy companies since December 2022, when the U.S. Bureau of Offshore Energy Management held a sale for commercial wind farm leases in the Pacific Ocean. And the city’s involvement, she says, hasn’t really been established thus far, at least by some of the energy companies.
“Since that sale was approved and coordinated, only one of those companies has reached out to us thus far,” she said. “With these resolutions in place, we can make it clear to them that we want to be in the know if it affects our city.”
The effects on the city itself could potentially be nonexistent or at least very minimal, as Morro Bay does not have the deep water required for effective
are being transmitted,” he said. “They’re stealing my vision and thoughts and giving it to other people.”
Deflaun’s comment about still hearing voices stood out to Judge Duffy. After the jury was dismissed on April 11, she ruled that Deflaun, who had been unrestrained throughout the trial so far, would be subtly restrained at the witness stand. His hands would be free, but his feet would be controlled, with the restraint connecting to a metal hook under the witness stand that’s not visible to the jury.
“I don’t want the jury to know you’re in custody,” Duffy told him on April 11.
The following morning, Deflaun was already seated at the witness stand when the jury assembled. Using a flutter of hand gestures, he continued his testimony by describing how he fired six bullets from his revolver into Wells and Rios. He said he shot the man first and then the boy, and shot them again afterwards. Deflaun told the courtroom that the voices told him to.
“[They said], ‘If you don’t shoot them again, we’re going to put you in an iron lung and suffocate you,’” he said.
The defense presented Deflaun’s journal as evidence. In the July 8, 2001, entry, he had noted Wells to be a “fed agent asshole.” Deflaun explained that he realized the phrase was the voices’ code for “fed agent assassin.” He claimed he believed Wells was sent to kill him after they fought about parking spaces in the campground. Calling himself “suicidal,” Deflaun said that he first wanted to die at Wells’ hands but changed his mind at the last minute.
Los Angeles-based Wells; his wife, Elizabeth; their three children; and their nephew, Rios Jr., were on a road trip when they stopped to camp in Morro Bay. Deflaun was a camper who was parked nearby. His testimony stated that he had consumed a 12-pack of beer before he met the family. Forensic toxicologist Bill Posey—a witness of the defense team—confirmed that Deflaun’s blood alcohol content was at 0.12 percent based on a drug screen conducted approximately two hours after the murders. He roughly estimated that the blood alcohol content could have been at 0.16 percent at 7 p.m. close to when the murders occurred.
Following the killings, Deflaun said that he engaged in a shootout with two park rangers where he sustained gunshot wounds. He was taken to Sierra Vista Regional Regional Medical Center in SLO afterward.
The guilt phase of Deflaun’s trial is ongoing. ∆ —Bulbul
Rajagopalwind farms in the bay itself, according to Wixom. But that isn’t to say the city wouldn’t be impacted by the infrastructure required to run wind farms outside of the city.
The Offshore Wind Coastal Protection Act, Assembly Bill 80 authored by Assemblymember Dawn Addis (D-Morro Bay), is one of the bills currently moving through the state Legislature. It would create the Offshore Wind Coastal Compensation Fund to mitigate the effects that potential wind farm developments could have on the Pacific Ocean’s ecosystem and local economies.
Another bill, AB 525 signed into effect by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September 2021, requires the California Energy Commission to develop plans for development of wind energy off the California coast in federal waters. That planning could impact Morro
Bay with its inclusion of recommendations to update ports, upgrades to and investments in transmission to ensure delivery of wind farm energy, and permitting and environmental impact on coastal resources.
However, along with the potential commerce that such laws could bring, there does come controversy, as several citizens at previous City Council meetings have voiced concern that Morro Bay involvement with the offshore wind farms could turn the city into an industrial harbor.
While Mayor Wixom and the council have expressed understanding of residents’ concerns, they’ve said that the best way to alleviate such concerns is through increased updates from the government at the city, state, and federal level.
“As a council, we just want to know that there aren’t bills or environmental regulations we were not informed of,” Wixom said. “The whole goal is really just to make sure people know what is really going on and are educated on the impact it could have so they can be part of that process.”
Residents like Mary Garelick also support the idea of providing the Morro Bay community with a more consistent flow of information.
“The key to bringing prosperity to the city would be to improve the community involvement and education process,” Garelick said via public correspondence. “I know that these projects are controversial … but I believe they offer a great opportunity to bring more and higher paying jobs to the city.”
The potential of those higher paying jobs have other citizens, like Marlys McPherson, seeing opportunities for offshore wind farm infrastructure to make Morro Bay less reliant on tourism.
“[We need to] stay engaged with the federal wind energy project off Morro Bay’s coast to take advantage of economic development opportunities appropriate for the city,” McPherson said via public correspondence. “Similar to diversifying our water resources … it is risky to rely so heavily on tourism as the main source of revenues.”
Ultimately, regardless of how the city ends up involved with the offshore wind farm plans, Mayor Wixom told New Times that she wants Morro Bay involved in and informed on every aspect of the process.
“All of us in the city are stakeholders,” she said. “Whether they bring things into Morro Bay or not, we just want to be in the know— everyone should have knowledge of these things as they happen.”
—Adrian RosasSoda Lake and its surroundings became unusual sights on April 8.
For one, a historically wet winter tremendously rose the lake’s water level. Rains also caused a super bloom of wildflowers in the area, which in turn, drew U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) to the Carrizo Plain National Monument to discuss reintroduction of the Central Coast Heritage Protection Act.
Representing the 24th District that spans Santa Barbara County and parts of San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties, Carbajal hiked parts of Carrizo with advocates from the Sierra Club, CalWild, Los Padres ForestWatch, and Friends of Carrizo Plain.
“This legislation puts 250,000 acres into wilderness protection, and includes the Carrizo Plain monument as one of these areas, and native plants and animal species,” Carbajal addressed the small crowd in front of Soda Lake. “It’s protected in such a way to prevent oil drilling, to expand the condor trail, which will connect LA to Monterey [counties], and much more. We’re lucky to have this majestic place in our backyard.”
The bill aims to expand federal protection for Carrizo and the Los Padres National Forest. It’s done rounds in the Legislature since 2014 when it was introduced by then 24th District Rep. Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) and U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-California). Carbajal has been reintroducing it since at least 2020. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bill several times, and President Joe Biden supported it last year, but the Senate has always stalled it. This year too, the House supported the bill, and it has been sent to the House Natural Resources Committee.
Northern Chumash Tribal Council [NCTC] member Mike Khus-Zarate told New Times the bill’s successful passage also ensures protection for cultural resources of Native American groups. He added that there are animals and plants that are important for them too.
“We remain concerned about the pronghorn antelope; their numbers have been precarious,” Khus-Zarate said. “The legless lizard is located right here in the Temblor mountains, where oil development and dirt roads are also located. Their habitat is very, very limited now.”
Khus-Zarate joined Carbajal on the April 8 hike as the chairperson for the Carrizo Plain National Monument Native American Advisory Committee. He plans to agendize discussion and support for the bill at the committee’s next meeting in July.
“Our understanding is that Carrizo is a gathering area for people in the Valley [the Yokuts], the Salinan people, and the Chumash,” he said. “The purpose of our [committee] is to set aside all other issues we contend with elsewhere and focus on protecting the resources at Carrizo. On that, everyone is united.”
Now, the heritage protection bill also seeks to prevent new oil and gas leases. Further, it could provide a sustainable source of clean water for drinking and agriculture for communities in SLO, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties. The bill strives to sustain the futures of 468 species of wildlife, 1,200 plant species, and outdoor activities like hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing.
For Daniel Rossman and Bryant Baker—the Southern California Mountains Landscape director and Los Padre ForestWatch’s director of conservation and research, respectively— wilderness designation is the most exciting part of the bill.
“‘Wilderness’ is a status bestowed on federal public lands,” Rossman said. “It’s the notion that we should leave some places wild, and it takes an act of Congress to designate.”
The reintroduced bill would label Soda Lake, Caliente Mountain, Temblor Range, Diablo Caliente, and Fox Mountain with new wilderness designations. It would also expand on the eight existing wilderness areas of Chumash, Dick Smith, Garcia, Machesna Mountain, Matilija, San Rafael, Santa Lucia, and Sespe.
“The things you want to see in wilderness aren’t roads, oil drilling, logging, and mining,” Baker said. “We want to keep them from becoming industrialized and mechanized.” ∆
—Bulbul Rajagopal
Apolitically fractured Oceano temporarily connected in an unintended way over a 4th District Supervisor Jimmy Paulding initiative.
Long an ideological battleground that witnessed bitter conflicts in its community services district (CSD) and advisory councils, Oceano came face-toface with a draft “unification compact” helmed by the freshman San Luis Obispo County supervisor who eagerly wants the unincorporated town to bury multiple hatchets.
In letters dated Feb. 16 to the members of the recently decertified Oceano Advisory Council (OAC), the current countyrecognized Vitality Advisory Council of Oceano (VACO), and the Oceano Economic Development Council (OEDC), Paulding emphasized looking ahead.
“The compact builds on our initial conversations around making a conscious choice not to pursue certain controversial goals in the interim, and instead, to work together around common goals that will result in meaningful and tangible improvements to the community of Oceano,” he wrote.
However, all three groups balked at the draft. The OEDC complained that Paulding’s document misrepresented its stance on the airport.
“The proposed Airport Improvements Project is seen as a preemptive move by the county to prevent the future repurposing of the airport’s land use,” OEDC Chair Nick Alter wrote in his response to the draft. “It is not seen as a benefit to Oceano, particularly in the long term if the land can be used for a higher and better purpose than as an airport.”
Members of VACO and the former OAC— two groups whose public fights crested with Paulding’s predecessor Lynn Compton “unrecognizing” the latter—questioned the clause about keeping mum on off-roading and the airport.
“We very much appreciate Supervisor Paulding’s earnestness, but there is a general discomfort in VACO to sign a document that says other members can’t openly and passionately express their views on the airport and OHV,” VACO member Adam Verdin told New Times
Historically, the OAC opposed off-
“This discussion was prompted due to Oceano’s inability to pay for fire service (the OSCD has initiated LAFCO [Local Agency Formation Commission] proceedings to divest from fire service responsibility),” Paulding wrote in a March 13 email to OEDC’s Alter. “The central question is— given its financial problems—whether Oceano would be better served receiving city services (police, fire, public works, water/ sewer, parks/recreation, and community development) as opposed to the limited services that the [OCSD] and the county are able to provide.”
The supervisor clarified to New Times that he’s not confident supporting an annexation until further outreach is done in both Oceano and Grover Beach.
“I’m not pushing anything,” he said. “I’m just considering this as an option. It’s an appropriate time to have this conversation, if any.”
Varni agreed with Paulding about the timeliness of an annexation discussion. He told New Times that there’s “never been a better time to look at it.” Last year, he was a vocal proponent of rejecting the special fire tax that the OCSD brought to general election ballots for the second time. Voters booted that tax, consequently leaving the CSD to figure out how to pay for continued emergency fire and medical services originally delivered by the Five Cities Fire Authority.
Varni is also an advocate of curbs, gutters, and sidewalk improvements in Oceano and believes that a possible annexation by Grover Beach would address some of the unmet needs of the district. Until then, he’s looking forward to data collection to study the impacts of a unification.
“What comes to Grover Beach from Oceano are property, sales, and transient occupancy taxes, a very rich water portfolio, and a town on the verge of a very positive economic potential for expanded tourism and housing,” Varni said. “Right now, we’re a cash cow for the county and that’s been happening for a long time.”
But not everyone sees a possible annexation as a good thing. VACO representatives and Varni’s fellow OCSD board members Linda Austin and Shirley Gibson took offense at Paulding’s framing annexation as an option in the face of being unable to pay for fire services.
A city’s annexation of a CSD requires a lengthy series of approvals. LAFCO Executive Officer Rob Fitzroy explained that there is a difference between an annexation and a merger. The latter terminates the existence of a CSD altogether while the functions, services, assets, and liabilities of that district are assumed by a city. An annexation, on the other hand, means the inclusion, attachment, or addition of territory to a city or district.
“LAFCOs generally exercise their regulatory authority in response to an application being submitted by an agency,” Fitzroy said. “The process would begin when
Two of those “controversial goals” pertain to driving off-highway vehicles at the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (ODSVRA) and the Oceano Airport— topics that Oceano’s advisory councils have disagreed on. Paulding’s road to civil recovery hinges on consensus among the three groups to not discuss either issue for the foreseeable future.
“The undersigned parties hereby agree to abide by the attached Code of Civility— and to the extent possible—not to use or participate in community advisory councils … to engage in unnecessary and unproductive controversial political activity related to offhighway vehicles [OHV] at the ODSVRA or the closure of the Oceano Airport,” read an excerpt of his compact agreement.
highway vehicle use on the dunes and found continued use of the local airport dubious. Former OAC Chair and current OCSD Board Director Charles Varni added that the advisory council no longer exists, and its body has dissolved into individual residents. Despite the OAC’s rocky past with VACO, Varni said that contentious subjects were never immune to discussion.
“We never suggested that people shouldn’t talk about certain issues,” he said. “I was not comfortable with [the clause], and I certainly wasn’t going to sign an agreement like that as an individual.”
Talks of unification of a different kind germinated from the rumblings surrounding the compact: the possibility of Oceano being annexed by the city of Grover Beach.
“OCSD is run very fiscally responsibly,” Austin said. “People who were so adamant about the fire tax of $15 a month are now for this draconian annexation. These people [county officials] have appointed themselves as knowing what’s best for this community.”
Both VACO members and former OAC Vice Chair April Dury told New Times that Oceano residents can afford to pay for fire services but chose not to. Gibson added that she hasn’t heard from Oceano residents who were supportive of a possible unification with Grover Beach. Dury said she witnessed the same.
“No one I’ve talked to wants to be Grover Southwest or Grover Lite,” Dury said.
an agency submits a proposal application for a ‘merger’ to LAFCO.”
As of April 7, LAFCO hadn’t received an Oceano-Grover Beach proposal yet. It would require a study of operational, financial, and service impacts followed by a LAFCO evaluation based on its existing policies. The entire process could take more than a year to complete.
“The proposal would then be considered and decided upon by LAFCO at a noticed public hearing, in which any member of the public may participate,” Fitzroy said. “In general, the merger would require agreement from affected agencies such as the city of Grover Beach, Oceano CSD, the county, as well as support from landowners/registered voters of the affected area.”
Portions of Oceano have been under annexation interest since the 1960s. Archived clippings of a 1961 issue of the Arroyo Grande Valley Herald Reporter detail annexation attempts of the same Oceano parcel by both Arroyo Grande and then Grover City. In the late 1990s, the Five Cities Times Press-Recorder recorded a Grover Beach City Council attempt to delete an annexation goal after inciting the ire of Oceano residents—one of whom was Harold Guiton, Austin’s father.
“Oceano has a [CSD], (which incidentally was formed primarily to stop the attempts at piecemeal annexation of Oceano), which gives us almost the same status as a city,” Guiton wrote in a 1998 Times Press-Recorder opinion piece. “To just ignore our 6,600 citizens and elected leaders and treat us like some second-class crimeridden bad neighbor is pretty shoddy.”
The Grover Beach city officials Guiton faced have changed in the 25 years since. City Manager Matt Bronson told New Times that annexation discussions are still in their infancy, and neither the county nor Oceano representatives have been approached yet.
“We are open to discussing ideas that support our community in Grover Beach and of our neighboring communities,” Bronson said. ∆
Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.
‘No one I’ve talked to wants to be Grover Southwest or Grover Lite.’ —April Dury, former OAC Vice Chair
Arecent parent “challenge” to a new AP Chemistry textbook at Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) drew two very different reactions from the candidates running for a pivotal school board seat.
Ahead of a March 14 board meeting, two parents filed challenges to the district’s adoption of the latest edition of Chemistry: the Central Idea, objecting to a smattering of references it makes to the United Nations global sustainability goals.
“I’m very concerned with the chemistry book,” one of the parents, Jessica Barrett, said in her challenge. “Many things included in this [UN] plan are incredibly controversial and political and have no place in a high school chemistry book.”
Another objecting parent at the meeting said: “We are not governed by the UN, nor did you take an allegiance to the UN. You took an oath to uphold the Constitution of the USA.”
While Paso Robles High School’s AP Chemistry teacher, Evan Holtz, wrote a rebuttal noting that the textbook’s UN references merely “focused on real world applications of major chemistry topics,” not all trustees were convinced.
The board voted 3-2 to approve the textbook, with dissenting Trustee Dorian Baker lamenting “the trend towards politicizing our academic subjects,” which she called “very troubling.”
“The only way we can get it to stop is to push back,” Baker said. “Just because we’re feeling pressure to get a new textbook doesn’t mean we have to do it at the expense of academic truth.”
As a special election for an open PRJUSD seat approaches an April 18 finish line, candidates Angela Hollander and Kenney
Enney offered contrasting opinions on the curriculum debate. At the core of their disagreement is whether parents are adequately involved in the curriculum adoption process.
“I did have a problem with the way the chem textbook was approved,” Enney told New Times. “My biggest concern wasn’t the UN stuff—although I felt that was propaganda in there—but my biggest concern was that parents were excluded in the process.”
Hollander, on the other hand, told New Times that she supports the textbook review protocol that’s “been in place for years.”
“Those books were reviewed by 25 teachers—it was a big committee,” Hollander said.
“I think you have to have some understanding of the subject matter in order to review the textbook. Parents can review it, but I think if one parent doesn’t want their child to read it, then fine, don’t take AP Chemistry.”
Under the district’s current process, a committee of teachers and two parents review proposed new curriculum. Then, a month in advance, the PRJUSD board of trustees announces its intent to adopt a new textbook and opens the book up for a two-week public review period. During that window, any parent or community member can visit the district office, read through the textbook, and provide feedback or lodge a challenge.
According some district residents, including Enney, that status quo process sidelines parents from having a say on the district curriculum.
“I don’t think you should have unelected people [vetting the curriculum], especially in the contentious times we live in,” Enney said. “We should have all seven board members pick a parent to sit on that committee. That committee should report back to the elected officials, not to the superintendent or his staff. … If I as a board member know that I’ve appointed somebody to be my textbook review person, and I trust that person, then I’ll probably go along with [the recommendation].”
Rebutting that idea, Hollander questioned what qualifications a committee of boardappointed parents would have on analyzing school curriculum.
“If you start having committees, what’s your background to review that textbook?” Hollander said. “Some of this stuff is a parent rights thing. Yes, I believe in parents’ rights. I also believe in the children’s right, and I believe in my right for my child to read something even if you don’t want your kid to read it.”
Hollander added that the school district, in addition to its curriculum review process, has “site councils” at every school campus that parents can participate in and raise their voices at.
“We don’t need more committees. We have plenty of opportunities for parents to be involved,” she said. “In site council, you’re looking at the plan for that school. You’re looking at how the money’s being spent, where it’s being spent, you look at the scores.”
When it comes to increasing parental involvement, Hollander said she’s focused on fostering an environment at the district that’s welcoming and inclusive to all families, regardless of background or language barrier.
“I met with a large group of Latino parents this week, and they were just saying … ‘Sometimes, we don’t feel welcomed,’” Hollander said. “And if you’ve been watching our school board meetings, there was a time when they were told, ‘No, you speak English.’”
For Enney, the issue of parent involvement is all-encompassing. He’s calling for more parent oversight on every facet of school district operations, from the curriculum to the budget.
“I think probably the biggest problem this district and all public districts are facing is you really don’t have parental involvement. It’s left up to bureaucrats,” Enney said. “I’d love to see multiple committees with parents. … What I’d push the board to do is start looking at other ways of doing business.” Δ
Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.
The DANA Adobe & Cultural Center in Nipomo plans to host an opportunity for families to learn more about nearly two centuries of local history and the wonders of nature.
The DANA Adobe’s annual NatureFest event is taking place Saturday, April 15, and nonprofit Executive Director Lexi Carreño said that one of its goals is to help connect community members with Nipomo’s culture and environment.
“Just talking about the [recent] rain alone, and the Nipomo creek, you can see that demonstration here. We actually have guided hikes during the day, and so hopefully you’ll be able to go over there and see the effects of the rain that comes through,” Carreño said.
Held annually since 2016, except when COVID-19 put the event on hiatus, NatureFest offers a variety of hands-on activities designed to help kids learn in action. Carreño noted that when a child is hands-on with a subject, they’re able to care for and think more about it.
Some of the activities or booths on display during the all-day event include: an owl pellet dissection, a leaf rubbing station, nature walks, exploring the Chumash gardens, face painting, bird feeder making, house tours, planting booths, doll making stations, and a solar oven station to cook s’mores or cookies.
“As we see COVID numbers die down, we’re allowed to do more in schools and see those schools come back. We’re definitely fortunate to see all those little faces this springtime,” Carreño said. “Because that’s definitely important, being able to teach those kids.”
Other NatureFest attractions include live music by the Decomposing Brass Quintet, food vendors from small businesses and nonprofits, and presentations from Pacific Wildlife Care.
The adobe’s rich history will also be part of the event. The Dana adobe ranch land grant was originally awarded to Captain William G. Dana in 1837, and he built the adobe as a house for his family.
“The adobe they lived in is still standing today, and we’ve restored it to circa
1850—really the height of when the family would’ve been here,” Carreño said.
The Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos nonprofit acquired the 130 acres that the Dana Adobe stands on in 1999. Today, it’s home to many learning-based events, including the 2023 NatureFest.
NatureFest attendees pay at the gate, with prices of $10 for adults, $3 for kids ages 6 to 17, and free for children ages 5 and under. For more information on what to expect, visit the official DANA Adobe NatureFest website at danaadobe.org.
“Anyone and everyone is welcome to come on through and learn a little bit about where the town of Nipomo started,” Carreño said.
• Caltrans reopened 15 miles of Highway 1 last week, moving its northern closure point from Deetjen’s Inn to Lime Creek. The highway continues to be closed to the south at Ragged Point Inn. “The movement of the northern closure became possible after crews cleared debris and stabilized slopes from slides,” the agency wrote in an April 5 press release. Caltrans emphasized that “the Big Sur coast experience is still available to travelers. Many beautiful miles of highway stretch on the south coast with communities such as Morro Bay, Cambria, San Simeon, and the Ragged Point Inn itself … are open for business.”
• BarrelHouse Brewing Co. announced a planned expansion in Paso Robles after it purchased a 1940s-era airport hanger on the corner of Niblick Road and Creston Road. The 10-acre property will be home to BarrelHouse’s new production facility. According to a company press release, the five-year vision for The Hanger project includes an open market with “premium foods, beverages, and services.” “We are bringing the Good People, Good Times, and Great Beer that started in Tin City and expanding it to this amazing new location,” co-owner Jason Carvalho said in release. ∆
New Times intern Thomas Rodda wrote this week’s Strokes. Reach him at strokes@newtimesslo.com.
After the demise of civilization as we know it; after the crash of economies and the devastation of cities and shores (due to climate change and/ or nuclear weapons); after we are all gone, the survivors who read what remains of our history as they organize new (and reformed)
While disturbed parents campaign to restrict and ban information and books from schools and libraries, and politicians enact laws to whitewash American history and eliminate any mention of sexuality or racism, our children are subjected to daily trauma every time they enter their schools.
They are forced to undergo active shooter drills, reminding them that, at any moment, someone could walk in and kill them. We expect them to absorb their lessons and perform well on tests, while suppressing the terror that they could be massacred sitting at their desks. This is not just child neglect or abuse. It’s complicity, not only in their inability to think and learn, but in their murder.
These “parental rights” advocates— supposedly working to protect their purportedly delicate children from discomfort, “indoctrination,” and “groomers” (pedophile enablers) at school—do nothing effective for their children’s rights to a safe environment. The kids know this.
We fret about our children’s poor scholastic achievements and deteriorating mental health while we condemn them to chronic psychological stress, subverting their trust in teachers to tell them the unvarnished truth and trust in their parents to secure
economies and political entities will be shocked to learn that here was a land where the body politic valued lethal weapons far more than it did children. Imagine that!
We hang our heads in shame.
Susan Pyburn SLOa place where their natural curiosity and enrichment can blossom. Shame on us.
David Broadwater AtascaderoOn April 2, I rode Amtrak train No. 777 from LA Union Station to Grover Beach. It was overbooked and overcrowded, holding some 400 passengers. The result was standing room only in both coach and business class. All aisles and stairways were blocked. Conductors could not pass along the train. Discharge of passengers at stops was slowed, causing delays.
This caused not only discomfort for passengers, but also a serious safety hazard. If someone had become seriously ill, it would have been impossible for help to reach them.
A rapid emergency evacuation of the train would have been impossible. Derailment, collision, or other abrupt movement of the train would have resulted in massive casualties. Disabled or elderly passengers (like me, 70 years old), faced serious discomfort.
This passenger load was certainly anticipated. Hundreds of UCSB students were aboard, heading to campus at the end of spring break. This happens yearly. Amtrak can anticipate this and increase
accommodation by adding cars, or stop selling tickets when all seats have been claimed.
This state of affairs is unacceptable for public transit. One wonders whether Amtrak prioritizes ticket sales over passenger comfort and safety.
Johanna Rubba Grover BeachSince Republicans took over House leadership, they’ve focused on settling political scores but made no serious effort to do the job. Instead, they are taking us to the brink—refusing to pay the nation’s bills, playing chicken with the debt ceiling, risking a default that threatens the American economy. And for what? More tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans and cuts to the services millions of Americans depend on, like Medicare, Social Security, and even food programs benefiting hungry children. Each day, the threat of a default crisis grows. And even the threat itself causes problems.
We cannot allow the GOP to let us default. The consequences to working folks are too high. Default would threaten the earned benefits of seniors, veterans, and families relying on Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. It would compromise doctors’ ability to provide services to Medicare and Medicaid patients. It would delay pay to the National Guard and increase rates on credit cards, student loans, and mortgages while gutting 401(k)s and retirement investments.
Make no mistake: This is a forced crisis, and the extreme wing of the GOP needs to stop playing this game now. Congress has a long history of working across the aisle to raise the debt limit with no strings attached—in fact, it did it three times when Trump was in the White House. It’s
time to raise the debt ceiling and keep our economy on track.
Carlos Arnold Santa MariaThe recent storms changed the geography of Oceano beach and the Arroyo Grande Creek’s contact point with the ocean. There is very little room between the surf and the foredunes for vehicles not to drive on the wet sand. Vehicles are driving in the ocean and beyond the “No Vehicle” signs—into the front yard of Strand Avenue’s homeowners and the foredunes that protect them. The surf and vehicle activity eroded the foredunes and formed a high bank.
Vehicles are off-roading on it, changing the natural configuration of the beach, further destroying the foredunes.
Before the storms, the staging area of the off-road crowd was 1 mile south of our beachfront. Since the creek crossing moved north, the old staging area cannot be accessed because the creek is running and cannot be crossed. Hundreds of vehicles are packed by the Pier Avenue access ramp making it highly unsafe for pedestrians to access the beach. Our beachfront is a battlefield.
Vehicles were allowed to drive on Oceano beach to reach the off-road area. Presently, the off-road area is closed. Why are vehicles still permitted to drive and recreate on Oceano beach? Oceano beach is not part of the State Vehicular Recreation Area.
The foredunes protect Oceano from sea level rise. State Parks OHV’s use of our beach and foredunes puts Oceano at risk.
Nature created the conditions to implement the transition toward no more vehicles on Oceano beach and dunes that the Coastal Commission requested with its 2021 unanimous vote. Why not take this opportunity?
Lucia Casalinuovo
In a political circus, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is prosecuting Donald Trump for his $130,000 payoff to porn star Stormy Daniels to prevent her from disclosing their affair. Not surprisingly, many Democrats are gleeful and practically wetting themselves with delight at seeing Trump doing the perp walk, even without handcuffs.
To the Democrats, this prosecution is like taking drugs. An exhilarating high, but likely to produce a painful hangover and longlingering consequences. Bragg is an extreme progressive, elected by a notoriously liberal constituency, prosecuting a conservative former president for a dubious crime that other prosecutors declined. This might be the time for Democrats to step back and reconsider whether or not this prosecution is in their best interests. While it pleases the Trump-haters, they should consider how it appears to centrist voters, as well as the probable outcome and how it may impact them in the future.
The facts are pretty straightforward. Trump had a sexual affair with pom star Stormy Daniels, she threatened to go public and expose the affair and was paid $130,000 in hush money. During the 2016 election, she decided she could make even more money by selling her story and chose to renege on the deal. Represented by now-imprisoned shyster Daniel Avenatti, she unsuccessfully sued to be released from the nondisclosure agreement.
Trump’s problems arise from the payoff, which was paid by Trump attorney Michael Cohen from his personal funds. A payment was made by The Trump Organization to Cohen in apparent reimbursement and listed in corporate records as “legal expenses.” Bragg is prosecuting Trump for allegedly falsifying business records, a misdemeanor which he is trying to turn into a felony by claiming a conspiracy, fraud, or violation of election law.
While lots of fun for Democrats, the political optics of the prosecution are poor. This was a payoff to a blackmailer, and yet the blackmailer has never been prosecuted. The money paid came from Trump’s business. The charges are so weak that both the former Manhattan District Attorney, Democrat Cy Vance, and the U.S. Department of Justice declined to pursue charges. It is a minor crime with no victims, hardly the sort of thing that offends the public, and Bragg was declined far more serious crimes.
It is driven by political calculations and antipathy toward Trump.
Bragg’s extreme politics are likely to become the focus. Like the San Francisco District Attorney who was recently sacked by voters, Bragg also ran on a progressive platform of refusing to prosecute “low level crimes.” He made national headlines when he charged a 61-year-old grandfather bodega clerk with murder for the defensive stabbing of a much younger Black man who attacked him during a theft attempt, holding him on a $500,000 bond before public outrage forced him to drop the charges.
Here Bragg is playing to his political base, but the public is likely to see it as an attack by the Democratic Party generally, especially in
view of the two unsuccessful impeachments and their usual hysterics over everything Trump.
This self-indulgent attack on political norms may be viscerally satisfying, but stunts for momentary advantage often backfire. Recall Harry Reid’s use of the “nuclear option” to drop the 60-vote requirement to beat a Senate filibuster so that he could force through some of President Obama’s judicial appointments over Republican opposition. As a result, Trump was later able to appoint three SCOTUS justices without any input from Democrats, turning the court conservative. Was it worth it?
The Republicans suffered historical losses in 1998 following their impeachment of Bill Clinton, despite unequivocal evidence of a felony.
Republican retribution is likely. For example, the Biden family’s dealings with Chinese and Ukrainian business interests could use some scrutiny. Biden also took classified documents home. Are you prepared to see Joe in handcuffs shuffling in and out of the courthouse in Cow Plop, Oklahoma, or some other red venue? Lots of prominent Democrats have lots of exposure on more serious crimes. Once you abandon political norms, everything is on the table. Payback can be a real bitch.
A former president is not above prosecution for breaking the law, and possibly Trump is guilty of some serious crimes. If there is clear proof that he participated in planning the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on Congress, he should be prosecuted. But the crime should be serious and the evidence clear and unequivocal. If we are to avoid becoming another banana republic using prison to sideline opposition leaders, we will have to limit ourselves to the most serious and provable crimes, or half of the country will see prosecutions as a naked power play to be avenged at the next opportunity.
I don’t like Trump and would otherwise be happy to see him sidelined. He is the one Republican who could lose to Biden in 2024. But this prosecution will take us to where we don’t want to go. Show a little self-control. ∆
John Donegan is a retired attorney in Pismo Beach, who feels like the guy who has to tell the frat party that the stripper didn’t show and the keg just ran dry. Send a reply for publication to letters@newtimesslo.com.
The Paso Robles anti-science knuckledraggers are at it again, now protesting an AP Chemistry textbook because it makes a few references to the United Nations global sustainability goals. Enough already! Maybe these parents should just homeschool their kids before their children discover the Earth isn’t 6,000 years old but 4.6 billion. Sorry, but sweet baby Jesus didn’t bury dinosaur bones to confuse you.
The Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD), a perpetual source of amusement for those of us living in reality, is once again embroiled in a wholly avoidable controversy driven by micromanaging parents.
The board ultimately voted 3-2 to accept the new text, Chemistry: the Central Idea, though dissenting Trustee Dorian Baker complained about what she sees as “the trend towards politicizing our academic subjects,” adding, “just because we’re feeling pressure to get a new textbook doesn’t mean we have to do it at the expense of academic truth.”
What’s academically untruthful about an international collective of 193 sovereign nations working together to maintain peace and security, and promote social progress, better living standards, and human rights, who collectively generate ideas about how
oath to uphold the Constitution of the USA.”
Is offering—as Paso High’s AP Chemistry teacher Evan Holtz wrote in a rebuttal—
“real world applications of major chemistry topics” now anti-American simply because the example mentioned the UN?
This latest kerfuffle might be easily batted away as more parental overreaction, but with the impending special election for an open seat on the PRJUSD board, the voices of reason on the board are at risk of being overrun by additional ignorant nonsense from candidate Kenney Enney, who was on the board briefly before being removed via petition after he expressed his anti-trans views and the idea that parents of trans kids are abusive for allowing their children to express themselves.
Here’s what’s deeply hypocritical. Enney thinks allowing parents to support kids’ trans identification is parental overreach, but he’s upset that parents weren’t given sufficient voice in a textbook adoption.
“I did have a problem with the way the chem textbook was approved,” Enney told . “My biggest concern wasn’t the
numbers, or mole concepts—should be able to micromanage chemistry textbook decisions, but they shouldn’t be allowed to love and support their trans kids? Do I have that right?
And scientific discussion of global climate change is propaganda? Huh?
It’s near impossible to reasonably discuss anything, much less science, when you can’t agree on facts and reality. And for the record, the current adoption process allowed a twoweek public review of the text, which was chosen by a 25-teacher committee. It wasn’t a sneaky process.
Then we have the other candidate, Angela Hollander, who said, “Some of this stuff is a parent rights thing. Yes, I believe in parents’ rights. I also believe in the children’s right, and I believe in my right for my child to read something even if you don’t want your kid to read it.”
In an attempt at unification, Paulding wrote a letter urging the recently decertified Oceano Advisory Council (OAC), the current countyrecognized Vitality Advisory Council of Oceano (VACO), and the Oceano Economic Development Council (OEDC) to stop bickering and make “a conscious choice not to pursue certain controversial goals in the interim, and instead, to work together around common goals that will result in meaningful and tangible improvements to the community of Oceano.”
He expected the various groups to sign it like a contract: “The undersigned parties hereby agree to abide by the attached Code of Civility.” In other words, go sit in opposite corners, children, and be quiet!
So, how’d that go, Jimmy?
Send
So, the choice is between reasonable and extra wackadoodle, eh? If a few mentions of the UN in a chemistry book are going to indoctrinate your child in America-destroying leftist philosophy, maybe AP Chemistry isn’t the class for Zog Jr.
Speaking of dysfunction, how’s it going in Oceano? Just about as you’d expect … a bunch of competing groups who
“There is a general discomfort in VACO to sign a document that says other members can’t openly and passionately express their views on the airport and OHV,” VACO member Adam Verdin told New Times
“I was not comfortable with [the clause], and I certainly wasn’t going to sign an agreement like that as an individual,” former OAC chair and current OCSD board Director Charles Varni said.
Maybe allowing Grover Beach to annex Oceano isn’t as crazy as it sounds. ∆
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Janet Stewart passed away peacefully on April 5. She had recently returned to her beloved central coast for what ended up being the last weeks of her life.
A Brooklyn, NY, native, she was one of 6 siblings. She earned her nurses cap in New York City and eventually her career led her across the country with her 2 young daughters. By the 1960’s she was settled in Laguna Beach where she raised her girls. Janet spent her life being interested and engaged in the health and well being of people around her. Her patients, friends and family knew what it was to be loved and cared for by Janet. She was always generous with the time she devoted to her caring friends. Janet moved to Cayucos in the 1980’s and when she
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wasn’t traveling or working she was busy making friends, and enjoying her Victorian home – decorating her walls in vibrant colors to display her treasures from around the world. She collected endless art projects all the while listening to music that was never far from her rock and roll heart.
Janet was no stranger to heartache and failing health. She was predeceased by both of her daughters, Michele and Sharon, as well as her mother, her brother, Jimmy, and her sisters, Marlene and Lynn. The loss of her loved ones did not diminish her care and interest for others. In healthier times her life was filled with laughter, and Janet reached out to those around her. She was loved and treasured by many.
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The Los Osos Valley Garden Club will host its next Zoom program, Successful Landscape Design for Native Bees, on Thursday, April 20, starting at 6:45 p.m. The virtual event will include a presentation from Cal Poly instructor Kim Chacon, whose work is dedicated to solving bee habitat fragmentation issues in order to protect pollination ecosystem services. Email info@lovgardenclub.org or visit lovgardenclub.org to find out more about the program.
—Caleb Wiseblood
NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY
CALL TO ARTISTS: SMALL ITEMS FOR CABINET Seeking all types of small items for the venue’s cabinet display case in artists’ co-operative gallery in Cambria. Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m. through April 30 cambriacenterforthearts.org.
Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.
COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY
Listen to music while enjoying an afternoon of creativity, sipping, and mingling. Event lasts up to 2 hours. The party includes a complimentary glass of wine and canvas with materials. Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. $50. 805394-5560. coastalwineandpaint.com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria.
DEVOTIONAL JEWELRY BY JANE
SIRAGUSA Jane’s Devotional Jewelry are wearable reminders of unique spiritual journeys, as not all spiritual journeys are the same, so different devotionals serve different purposes. Ultimately, Jane’s jewelry best serves as a reminder that “we are not alone.” Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through April 29 Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.
DRAMATIC READINGS AND BOOK
EVENT Local authors Mara Purl, Anne R. Allen, Lida Sideris, and Tony Piazza will present dramatic readings of their latest works and sign copies of their books. Refreshments will be provided. April 16 1-3 p.m. Free. 800-772-2880. coalescebookstore.com. Coalesce
New
Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.
EARTH DAY KOKEDAMA MOSS PLANT AND SEED BOMB WORKSHOP Create two wildflower seed bombs and plant a Japanese inspired Kokedama moss ball to take home. Outdoors; dress warm; limited space; register online to reserve spot. April 22 3-4 p.m. $45. 805-9359046. sea-n-green.com. Sea + Green, 2380 Main St., unit F, Cambria.
FINDING THE LIGHT FEATURING LIZ HAMPTON-DERIVAN Cambria Center for the Arts features artist Liz HamptonDerivan, an accomplished photographer and internationally shown artist. Liz has begun experimenting with mixed media, hot and cold wax, paints, and pastels to create an exhibit of unexpected and delightful imagery. Fridays-Sundays, 12-4 p.m. through April 30 Free. cambriaarts. org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.
THE PLEIN AIR TEAM Acrylic artist, Nancy Lynn, and husband, watercolorist, Robert Fleming, have an ongoing show of originals and giclee prints of Morro Bay and local birds. ongoing 805-772-9955. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca.com.
SLOFUNNY COMEDY JAMBOREE:
MORRO BAY EAGLES CLUB The multi-day SLOFunny Comedy Jamboree comes to a close. Hosted by SLOFunny favorite Cat Alvarado, with special guest Trent Babb. Featuring Camilla Cleese and headliner Dave Burleigh (Cal Poly alumnus). April 16 6-7:30 p.m. $25. 805534-3129. facebook.com/slofunny. Morro Bay Eagles Club, 2988 Main St, Morro Bay.
SPINNING INTO BUTTER: STAGED
READING Described as “a thoughtprovoking play” that explores complexities and conflicts, set on a
college campus. April 21 -23 my805tix. com. By The Sea Productions, 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay.
WIRE-WRAPPING JEWELRY CLASS
Twist, link, and bend precious metal wire and semi-precious gemstone beads to create a stunning, gold-filled or sterling silver necklace or bracelet. Use your new skills to create on-trend permanent jewelry. Reserve space online. April 16 , 2-4 p.m. $115. 805-935-9046. sea-ngreen.com. Sea + Green, 2380 Main St., unit F, Cambria.
NORTH SLO COUNTY
ANYTHING GOES A toe tapping-inducing musical with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. April 21 7:30-10 p.m., April 22 7:30-10 p.m. and April 23 , 2-4:30 p.m. $18. 805-769-1500. Paso Robles High School, 801 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles, pasoschools.org/prhs.
CELEBRATE THE ARTS Enjoy an afternoon of music, visual arts, fine wine and gourmet hors d’oeuvres at the exquisite west Paso Robles hilltop home of Ken and Marilyn Riding, local champions of the arts. April 22 4-6 p.m. my805tix.com. Riding Residence, 3030 Adara Road, Paso Robles.
PASO ROBLES: ART IN THE PARK
Described as the largest fine art show San Luis Obispo County, with more than 140 artists from four different states. April 15 , 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and April 16 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles.
SCULPTERRA SPRINT ART SHOW Features works by several talented Central Coastbased artists. With live music, food truck offerings, and more. April 22-4 p.m. Free. 805-226-8881. sculpterra.com. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
SECOND ANNUAL ON-LINE CAT ART
AUCTION Features nine beautiful cat paintings. HART will celebrate with an opening reception from 3 until 5 p.m. Bidding starts at $100, and each unique painting is valued at $500. There are several different artistic styles and mediums represented. April 15 8 a.m. 805-927-7377. slohart.org.
HART (Homeless Animal Rescue Team) Cambria, 2638 Main St., Cambria.
SLOFUNNY COMEDY JAMBOREE:
PASO ROBLES The SLOFunny Comedy
Jamboree is a monthly comedy show that brings the finest headliners and talented local comedians together. This event is hosted by Cat Alvarado. Featuring Camilla Cleese and headliner Dave Burleigh. April 14 8-9:30 p.m. $25. 805-534-3129. toothandnailwinery.com. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles.
STUDIOS ON THE PARK: CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of classes and workshops offered. ongoing studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800.
VETERANS POP-UP ARTS CAFE Join the gallery for this upcoming celebration, and advocacy for art as a tool for healing and mental wellness. Featuring veteran artists in a variety of media: metal, stone, wood sculpture, painting, photography, oil, digital art, and written word. Sponsored by VETART.org and MHSOAC. April 22 10 a.m.4 p.m. Free. 805-721-0549. deprisebrescia. com. Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles.
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40TH ANNIVERSARY SLO POETRY
FESTIVAL Language of the Soul returns with the San Luis Obispo Poetry Festival, with featured readers Ginger Hendrix,
George Burns, and Meliza Banales. Open reading follows. Hosted by Kevin Patrick Sullivan. April 15 , 1-3 p.m. Free. 805-9033595. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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.
BALLET UNBOUND Enter the world of Ballet Unbound; where classicism meets modern convention, where dance becomes emotion, and where movement speaks. 17 of the area’s most talented dancers present two works of contemporary styling dance. April 22 7:30 p.m. and April 23 2 p.m. $34-$45. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, cuesta.edu.
CALL FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Seeking photography for the Spring Juried Photography Exhibit: Coastal Perspectives. Juror: nationally recognized photographer and author; Kerry Drager. Register/submit art online between April 17 and 21. April 17-21 cambriaarts.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS:
JURIED PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT Seeking art for Spring Juried Photography Exhibit. The exhibit will be juried by photographer, Kerry Drager, known for his constructive encouragement and solid advice, and author of three nationally published photo how-to books. Online submissions welcome through April 21. Exhibit: May 5- July 2. Through April 21 $15 per entry for members. cambriaarts.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
CENTRAL COAST SHAKESPEARE
FESTIVAL: AUDITIONS For this summer’s production and future productions.
Visit site for audition appointment and prep details. April 15 2:30-6 p.m. centralcoastshakespeare.org. San Luis Obispo Library Community Room, 995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-781-5991.
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.
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, anamcre.com.
FANNY MENDELSSOHN HENSEL AND THE PROBLEM OF A WOMAN IN MUSIC Composer Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel was restricted from having a professional career due to her gender and upper-class status. In spite of this, she became an important musical figure in the nineteenth century and a symbol of women’s struggle for equality. April 22 , 7-8 p.m. Free. 805538-3311. slomasterchorale.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS EMBROIDERY
CLASS Learn the basics of hand embroidery, and create an embroidered Festival of Lights wall hanging for Hanukkah. Complete embroidery kit included in the class cost. April 16 , 1-4 p.m. $25. 805-544-0760. bethdavidslo. org. Congregation Beth David, 10180 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo. INTRO TO OIL PAINTING WITH SPENCER COLLINS The perfect class for those wanting to try oil painting for the first time. Guests discuss color theory, layering paint, and how to use various media. For ages 16 and over. Thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $30 per class or $100 for 4 classes. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo. com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
JURIED PHOTOGRAPHY CALL TO ARTISTS Seeking photography for the Spring Juried Photography Exhibit with juror: nationally recognized photographer Kerry Drager. Register/ submit art online April 17 through 21. Reception in May. April 17 April 18 , April 19, April 20 and April 21
Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@newtimesslo. com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.
cambriaartsgallery.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
KIDS ART CLASS: PORTRAITS FOR KIDS WITH ZOE WILLIAMSON Learn to love drawing faces. Each class, we will look at a famous artist, a new style of art, and practice drawing different expressions using simple proportions. Learn new techniques and build confidence. For kids ages 7 and older. Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. through June 13 $300 for 10 Classes. 805747-4200. artcentralslo.com/workshopsevents/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
KIDS POTTERY CLASSES Enjoy making animal sculptures, bowls, plates, etc. Please arrive on time, not early, as venue uses the transition time between classes to sanitize. Designed to sign up on a weekly basis. Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
MACRAME WORKSHOPS AT SLO PUBLIC MARKET’S ‘MAKERS AT THE MARKET’
Tied + True Goods has teamed up with SLO Public Market to offer macrame workshops during their ‘Makers at the Market’ event. Join at noon to make a driftwood air plant hanger, and at 2 p.m. for a ceiling plant
1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
SLOFUNNY COMEDY JAMBOREE:
HIGHWATER SLO Features international headliner and Cal Poly alumnus Dave Burleigh at HighwaterSLO. Hosted by Cat Alvarado, with special guest Sean Grant.
Featuring Camilla Cleese and local CalPoly student comedians David Uhlfelder and Mat Salud. April 13 8-9:30 p.m. $25. 805-5343129. facebook.com/slofunny. Highwater SLO, 1127 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
TINY POTTERS: WISE ONES AND WEE
ONES PAINT For ages 4 to 6. Kids have the option to paint animals and other subjects. Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $30. anamcre. com/booking. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
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, 1:303:30 p.m. $35. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo. com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.
OPEN STUDIO FOR ADULTS 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. 805-668-2125. Lila. community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.
SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE FINAL PROBLEM Sherlock Holmes’ skills are put to the test when he goes head-to-head with his intellectual equal, criminal mastermind Professor Moriarty. After repeated attempts on his life, Holmes is rejoined by his recently married friend Dr. Watson and the two attempt to thwart the Professor’s plans Saturdays, 2-4 p.m., WednesdaysSaturdays, 7-9 p.m. and Sundays, 6-8 a.m. through May 14 $30-$36. 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.
SLOFUNNY COMEDY JAMBOREE:
RIBLINE BY THE BEACH Hosted by fan favorite Cat Alvarado, with special guest Sean Grant. Featuring Camilla Cleese and internationally touring Headliner Dave Burleigh (Cal Poly alumnus). April 15 9-10:30 p.m. $25. 805-534-3129. facebook. com/slofunny. Ribline by the Beach, 395 W Grand Ave., suite B, Grover Beach.
TRUSTING CHLOE: FILM SCREENING
Includes an introduction by the director and a screening of the film, followed by interviews with cast/crew and an audience Q-and-A session. April 15 , 11 a.m.-1 p.m. my805tix.com. Fair Oaks Theatre, 1007 Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande.
NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY
BREATHE BALANCE AND STRETCH Be prepared to get down to the floor and up again. Breath practice is sustained throughout the session, which is filled with accessible movements that will create and enhance flexibility and balance. Shoe-less environment. Please bring a mat. Every other Monday, 9-9:45 a.m. $10. 415-516-5214. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos.
The Theatre Group of Santa Ynez Valley Union High School presents its production of The Grapes of Wrath, at the school’s Little Theater starting on Friday, April 21, and through Saturday, April 29. Tickets to this stage adaptation of John Steinbeck’s classic novel are $5 for students and $10 for adults. Call (805) 688-6487 for additional details. The Little Theater is located at 2975 Highway 246, Santa Ynez. —C.W.
hanger. April 22 12-1 & 2-3 p.m. $30. slopublicmarket.com/events/makers-atthe-market-earth-day. SLO Public Market, 120 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo.
PLEIN AIR PAINTERS OF THE CENTRAL
COAST A self-directed fun group of dynamic artists who enjoy painting and sketching outdoors. Artists meet on site at various locations. Weekly plein air destinations are provided by Kirsti Wothe via email (mrswothe@yahoo.com).
Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon SLO County, Various locations, San Luis Obispo.
POTTERY: BEGINNING WHEEL CLASS
This series is a great intro to the pottery wheel. Students learn to throw various shapes, surface decorate, and glaze. Clay and firing included with admission. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $180. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
SCULPTURE CLASS WITH ROD PEREZ
This weekly sculpture drop-in class gives an opportunity for potters to take on new projects and learn new techniques relating to sculptural work. Additionally, every first Friday of the month, a new project will be taught by Rod Perez for beginners. Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio,
DRAG RACE FAVORITES AND MORE
Enjoy a night of Queens from RuPaul’s Drag Race. American Idol and Queen of the Universe finalist Ada Vox headlines and evening of stellar talent. April 22 7:30-10 p.m. $48-$58. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/drag-racefavorites/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.
EARTH DAY CLEANUP AT BAYWOOD
PIER Join the Morro Bay National Estuary Program on Earth Day for a morning beach cleanup. Gloves, trash bags, trash pickers, and light refreshments will be provided. Register ahead of time online. April 22 9-11 a.m. Free. mbnep.org. Baywood Park Pier, 601-639 El Moro Ave., Los Osos.
EARTH DAY CLEANUP IN MORRO BAY
Join the Morro Bay National Estuary Program on Earth Day for a morning beach cleanup at Morro Rock. Gloves, trash bags, trash pickers, and light refreshments will be provided. Register ahead of time online. April 22 9-11 a.m. Free. mbnep.org. Morro Rock, Coleman Drive, Morro Bay.
MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
EMBROIDERERS GUILD OF AMERICA
The Bishop’s Peak Chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America invites you to attend its monthly meeting. For more information, follow on Facebook or visit the EGA website. Third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. through Nov. 18 Free. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach, 805-773-4832.
OPEN STUDIO (AGES 7-12) Guests can explore a variety of media and techniques while focusing on their own subject matter. Whether they come with a project in mind, or find their way as they play, this class offers a chance for independent learning in a supportive environment.
Thursdays, 3:45-4:45 p.m. $25. 805-6682125. lila.community/all-workshops/openstudio. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East
Disciplines include advanced athletic performance fitness training, Thai kickboxing, and more. Beginners to advanced students welcome. Day and evening classes offered. MondaysSaturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for more info. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
SOCRATES: DISCUSSION GROUP Group members 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. 805-528-7111. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, coalescebookstore.com/.
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 Chi Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
TAI CHI CHUN/ QI GONG BASICS Learn the foundation of Qi Gong, the rooting of breathing, and Shaolin Tai Chi. TuesdaysThursdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
VISUALIZING CLIMATE CHANGE AND A JUST TRANSITION See eye-popping NASA images from space of the causes and impacts of climate change, gain insights about a just transition, and tap free resources to reduce emissions and save money. Sponsored by Citizens’ Climate Education, ResilientSLO, Rotary Los Osos, and Earthcare Team at St. Benedict’s. April 15 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Free. 805-528-0654. stbenslososos.org/ creation-care. St. Benedict’s Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Ln., Los Osos.
NORTH SLO COUNTY
29TH ANNUAL ROCK AND GEM SHOW: AMAZING AGATES AND MORE Features more than 20 vendors showcasing minerals and fossils from around the world and local jewelry artists. The event also includes display cases, a children’s booth with kids activities, and more. April 15 -16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 for adults; free for ages under 16 and active military. 805-610-0603. slrockhounds.org. Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero.
ATASCADERO CITYWIDE YARD SALE
Sign up to sell your stuff or save the date to shop for treasures at the sixth annual Atascadero Citywide Yard Sale. Spend a Saturday searching for unique finds or turning your clutter into cash. April 15 , 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission.
atascaderoyardsale.com. Downtown
Atascadero, Across El Camino from Sunken Gardens, Atascadero.
GODDESS GROUP Please join Oracle
Owner/Intuitive Medium, Tiffany Klemz, for this twice monthly, Goddess Group. The intention of this group is to curate connection, inspiration, unity, and empowerment. Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. $11. 805-464-2838. oracleatascaderoca. com. Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.
GUIDED BREATHWORK MEDITATION
For those looking to make a shift of any kind or seeking insight on the path ahead. Breathwork gets energy moving very quickly. The thinking mind shuts off allowing channels to open in a unique way. Second Thursday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m. $33. pasoyoga.com. Dharma Yoga Loft, 1329 Spring Street, Paso Robles, 805-434-1924.
NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805441-2164. 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.
SPRING BREAK TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL
CAMP For kids ages 7 to 12. Come learn to play tennis, pickleball, bocce, and other games and fun activities. Through April 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $240 for members; $265 for guests; discounts available. 805-4349605. ttrtennis.com/tennis/kids-camps/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton.
TOPS SUPPORT GROUP: WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE A self-help support group focusing on weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. 805242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, 2210 H St., Santa Margarita.
Enjoy a one-mile loop walk through the vineyard (which can be taken multiple times) with proceeds benefitting Woods Humane Society. Includes water and treat stations for the dogs. April 23 9 a.m. $25 per person. 805-434-5607. onxwine. com. ONX Estate Vineyard, 1200 Paseo Excelsus, Templeton.
YANG STYLE TAI CHI The course’s instructor won many Tai Chi and other internal martial arts tournaments. Both experienced martial artists and new learners are welcome to the class.
Mondays, Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. $62. 805-470-3360. Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero.
2023 SLO COUNTY EARTH DAY
Highlights of the fair include a Kid’s Zone, Electric Vehicle Show, and an array of exhibitors (businesses, nonprofits, students, and families) sharing earth friendly tips, tools, and giveaways. Live music will be featured. Food and beverages will be sold. Bring a blanket or chair. April 22 , 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805544-8529. earthdayslo.com. Laguna Lake Park, 504 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.
AERIAL SILKS CLINIC Learn aerial skills that build memory, strength, coordination, confidence, and endurance. Plus, silks is a great way to learn flipping safely. Wrapped up in the fabric, it’s like having your own personal spotter. For ages 7-17; no gymnastics experience necessary. April 22 1-3 p.m. $25 for first child; $10 per additional sibling. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/events.
Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
BARS AND BOUNCE CLINIC Bars and Bounce is “a sneaky way to get fit.” Build whole-body strength swinging on bars and bouncing on trampolines. No experience is necessary, so come fly away.
April 15 1:15-3:15 p.m. $25 for first child; $10 per additional child. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/events.
Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
BEYOND MINDFULNESS Realize your potential through individualized meditation instruction with an experienced teacher via Zoom. This class is for those who 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.
CELEBRATE 40 YEARS: CREEK LANDS
CONSERVATION A celebration of Creek Lands Conservation’s 40th anniversary of saving our creeks for fish, wildlife and people from Monterey to Ventura. April 21 , 4:30-7:30 p.m. my805tix.com. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 543-8562.
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, 6:308:30 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
COLLECTIVE TRAUMA: WINTER STORM
HEALING TEA CEREMONY AND YOGA
An afternoon that includes a meditative, silent tea ceremony, circle of connection and sharing, and mindful trauma and grief informed somatic movement and meditation to reset our nervous systems and heal from the collective trauma the winter storms left in their wake. April 22 , 3:30-5:30 p.m. Free. 619-807-7006. inariteaart.com. Meadow Park, 2251 Meadow St., San Luis Obispo.
FIFTH ANNUAL DAHLIA TUBER
SALE Features items for sale, growing discussions, and demonstrations, as well
as a special presentation at 11 a.m. Sale is an outdoor farmer’s market-style event. Free parking. Cash, check, and debit cards accepted. April 16 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-801-3917. centralcoastdahlias. org. Dr. Rene Bravo’s parking lot, 3241 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo.
FROM JUNKIE TO JUDGE: RECOVERY
WITHOUT GOD Former federal judge Mary Beth O’Connor will discuss her history of methamphetamine addiction, how she responded when Alcoholics Anonymous ordered her to comply with its God-based approach, and how she built a secular recovery program. O’Connor is a director for LifeRing Secular Recovery. April 23 3-4 p.m. Free. auslo.org. San Luis Obispo Library Community Room, 995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-781-5991.
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.
GYM JAM CLINIC Enjoy two hours of progressive gymnastics skill training on bars, beam, floor, trampoline, plus obstacle courses and more. All levels welcome, no experience necessary. For ages 5-17. April 22 , 1:15-3:15 p.m. $25 for first child; $10 per additional sibling. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/events.
Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., 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.
Drop your kids off at Kids’ Party Paradise. They’ll have a blast with pizza, a movie, and gymnastics fun while you get an evening off. For ages 4-13; no gymnastics experience necessary. April 22 , 5-9:30 p.m. $50 for one child; $70 total for two children. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com.
Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad 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.
MAKERS AT THE MARKET: EARTH DAY
Co-hosted with SLO General Store. A day of learning, live music, workshops, local makers, and food and drinks. April 22 , 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-215-3669. slopublicmarket.com. SLO Public Market, 120 Tank Farm Road, 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. MORNING ALTARS WITH DAY
SCHILDKRET Join author, artist, and teacher, Day Schildkret, who returns to the SLOBG to teach the transformative tools of nature, creativity, and ritual. For more information about registering, email millie@ slobg.org. April 22 , 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $120; or $100 for Garden Members. 805-541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo. MORRO COAST AUDUBON APRIL
COMMUNITY EVENT Program title: Living and Working in a Penguin
CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 24
Felix Mendelssohn Composes His World Sunday, April 23 | 1:15 PM Pavilion, Performing Arts Center 1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
Colony in Antarctica. Presented by Jean Pennycook. April 17 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1991. morrocoastaudubon.org.
Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
PLUG-IN TO LOCAL CLIMATE ACTION
Get inspired by local action, connect with others, and discover more ways to get involved with the SLO Climate Coalition. Attend virtually or in-person. Sustainable snacks and childcare will be provided. Third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m. sloclimatecoalition.org/events/. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.
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.
REDUCE, REUSE, AND RUMMAGE SALE
Kick off Earth Week and come shop to support the school. Features a wide variety of gently used treasures. April 15 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School, 1401 San Luis Bay Dr., San Luis Obispo, 595-7169, bsfcs.org.
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.
SLO RETIRED ACTIVE MEN MONTHLY LUNCHEON 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, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $28. retiredactivemen.org/. Madonna Inn Garden Room, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.
SPRING GYMNASTICS CAMP 2 Take some personal time while your kids enjoy hours of bouncing, flying, flipping gymnastics fun without wearing out your furniture. Ages 4-13; no experience is necessary. Extended care and customizable schedule available. April 13 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and April 14 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $40-$355 depending on which options you choose. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo.com/camps.
Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
STAY YOUNG WITH QI GONG Qi Gong boosts energy and vitality, reduces stress, improves balance and flexibility, and, best of all, is fun. Join instructor Devin Wallace for this outdoor class which is held in a beautiful setting. Call or email before attending. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. $10. 805709-2227. Crows End Retreat Center, 6340 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo.
SUCCESSFUL LANDSCAPE DESIGN FOR NATIVE BEES Kim Chacon, Instructor at Cal Poly Landscape Architecture Dept., is focused on solving geographical bee habitat issues to protect pollination ecosystem services. Learn about habitat design strategies to improve bee habitat. April 20, 6:45 p.m. Free. lovgardenclub. org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
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.
TAICHI AND QIGONG ONLINE With Gary West through SLO Adult School. Held Wednesdays, at 8:25 a.m. (TaiChi) and 9:35 a.m. (QiGong). Wednesdays. through May 25 $77 for semester. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd. org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
TOMATO FANDANGO Growing Grounds
Farm’s edible plants meet artisan vendors
in a beautiful location. Find heirloom and hybrid tomato varieties, peppers, eggplant, basils, veggies, berries, and more. April 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and April 16 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. 805-934-2182. Tiber Canyon Ranch, 280 W Ormonde Rd, 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.
YOGA ON THE TERRACE Join Cheryl of Waking Fields Yoga is channeling the healing energy of our Garden. Be advised to bring a mat, towel, water, and any supports you may need. April 15 9-10 a.m. and April 20 9-10 a.m. $10-$12. 805-541-1400. slobg. org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.
SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY
10TH ANNUAL EVERYTHING EDIBLE: SPRING PLANT SALE Find a huge selection of heirloom and hybrid tomato varieties, peppers, eggplant, basils, herbs, veggies, berries, fruit trees, flowers, and more. April 21 12-5 p.m. and April 22 , 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. 805-934-2182. t-mha.org. Halcyon Farm, 1075 The Pike, Arroyo Grande. BEGINNER GROUP SURF LESSONS AND SURF CAMPS Lessons and camp packages available daily. All equipment included. ongoing Starts at $70. 805-835-7873. sandbarsurf.com/. Sandbar Surf School Meetup Spot, 110 Park Ave., Pismo Beach. COFFEE CHAT AG HomeShareSLO, a program of non-profit Smart Share Housing, facilitates matches between home providers (those with extra rooms) and home seekers (those looking for affordable housing). Join for a chat to see if this is right for you. Third Wednesday of every month, 3-4 p.m. Free and open to the public; no RSVP required. 805-215-5474. smartsharehousingsolutions.org. Panera Bread, 1390 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande.
DONATION-BASED YOGA FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, EMTS, AND CARETAKERS Class schedule varies. Contact empoweryoga805@gmail for details and reservations. ongoing 805-619-0989. empoweryoga805.com. Empower Yoga
Studio and Community Boutique, 775 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach.
SEEAG’S EARTH DAY PLANTOPIA U
PICK TRANSPLANT FUNDRAISER
Participants can pick a combination of 12 small plants to fill two six-pack containers with tomatoes, zucchini, squash, basil, and peppers. The organic seedlings are from Plantel Nurseries. In addition, the first 100 donors will receive a free bag of compost from Engel and Gray. April 22 , 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $35. 805892-8155. SEEAG.org/plantopia. Farm Supply, 1920 N. Broadway, Santa Maria.
NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY
BREAKFAST ON THE BAY A monthly occasion that 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 non-member. 805-772-4467. morrochamber.org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay.
COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY Local artists inspire and instruct customers step-by-step to create their masterpieces. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $50. 805-394-5560. coastalwineandpaint.com. Madeline’s Wine Tasting Room, 788 Main St., Cambria. 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. PAINT AND SIP Let Harmony Cellars wine and views of the coastal countryside spark your creative side. Creative Me Time will guide participants through the process of painting a wine bottle and pair of glasses. Price includes all materials, glass of wine, and individual cheese tray. Preregistration required. April 23 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Various. 805-927-1625. CreativeMeTime. com. Harmony Cellars, 3255 Harmony Valley Rd., P.O. Box 2502, Harmony.
NATUREFEST AT DANA
All ages can connect with nature at the Dana Adobe’s NatureFest. April 15 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 for adults; $3 for youth. 805-929-5679. danaadobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.
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. Check website for more details. Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.
RESTORATIVE YOGA WITH DR. NEEL
KULKARNI Restorative Yoga is all about supporting your body and allowing it to relax and heal. It is suitable for practitioners of all levels. By definition, restorative yoga is a restful practice that holds yoga poses for a longer duration. It is a practice of deep relaxation. April 22
2-3:30 p.m. $20 or love offering. 805-7884777. adhiyoga.com/. Peaceful Point, 2850 Peaceful Point Lane, Arroyo Grande.
WE HEART AG We Heart AG holds its third annual volunteering event. Meet at Heritage Square Park in the Village of Arroyo Grande, then you will meet your team leaders and head off to your volunteer jobs. April 23, 8 a.m.-noon Free. weheartag.com/. Heritage Square Park, 201 Nelson St., Arroyo Grande.
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.
NORTH SLO COUNTY
ONX WINES VINEYARD TOUR AND TASTING
Enjoy a private tour and tasting at the ONX Estate. The tour begins at the Tractor Shed with a portfolio tasting. From there your host will drive you around the vineyard in an off-road vehicle, allowing you to taste the wine right where it’s grown. Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 29 $45 per person. 805-434-5607. onxwine.com/estate. ONX Estate Vineyard, 1200 Paseo Excelsus, Templeton.
PAINT AND SIP Please join ArtSocial805 at Iron Oaks Winery, where you paint the featured image while enjoying in-house wines. Tickets include all paint materials and a tasting of three wines, plus 10 percent off bottle purchases. April 13, 6-8 p.m. $48. 805-257-8041. artsocial805.com. Iron Oaks Winery, 823 13th St., Paso Robles. PAINT AND SIP CASS Please join ArtSocial805 at Cass Winery, where you will paint the featured image, while sipping on a glass of your favorite Cass wine. April 14 7-9 p.m. $55. 805-239-1730. Cass Winery and Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, casswines.com.
PAINT AND SIP IN THE MEZZANINE
Please join Art Social 805 at PasoMarketWalk in the mezzanine, where you will paint the featured image while sipping on a glass of wine. Tickets include all painting materials plus your first glass of liquid courage. April 20 6-8 p.m. $49. 805-720-1255. artsocial805.com. Paso Market Walk, 1803 Spring St, Paso Robles.
SIP N’ SKETCH Bring your own art supplies of any medium you prefer and create under the formal instruction of Anne Laddon and Terez Tyni. Come create while sipping wine selected from a library collection donated by winery partners. April 15 6-9 p.m. $25 (comes with a glass of wine). 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in the courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas. Menu typically includes barbacoa, chicken, and pastor tacos, as well as shrimp ceviche tostadas. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. 805-460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden. com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero.
WINE4PAWS KICKOFF PARTY Features wine, tacos, live music, and more. Enjoy festivities while helping to raise funds for Woods Humane Society. April 21 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Hayseed and Houston, 1122 Railroad St., Paso Robles.
than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT PUB TRIVIA Bring your thinking cap as questions vary from pop culture, geography, to sports. There is a little for everyone. Prizes for the winning teams. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-439-2529. Oak and Otter Brewing, 181 Tank Farm Road, suite 110, San Luis Obispo.
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AVILA BEACH SPAGHETTI DINNER AND BINGO NIGHT Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner with salad, garlic bread, and dessert followed by Bingo. Dinner tickets include first bingo card. Additional bingo cards are $1 each. Local wine and beer available for purchase. Prizes awarded to Bingo winners. April 14 6-8 p.m. $10 per person; $5 for children ages 6 and under. 805-627-1997.
The Morro Coast Audubon Society presents Living and Working in a Penguin Colony, a virtual community program via Zoom, on Monday, April 17, from 7 to 8 p.m. Special guest speaker Jean Pennycook will discuss her experiences working with a penguin colony in Antarctica. Admission to join the Zoom meeting is free. For the Zoom invite or more details, call (805) 772-1991 or visit morrocoastaudubon.org.
—C.W.
Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, avilabeachcc.com.
Bistro, 78 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos.
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
BLYTHE BERG Paso’s Blythe Berg switched from dancing to writing and performing her original songs. Top ten in the 2023 song contest, Blythe is also a two-time SLO New Times Music Award winner. Special guests include Kielo Smith, Cassi Nicholls, Leslie Thompson and John Rickenbach, and Ronny Appoldt. April 18, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/events. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos.
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BARREL ROOM CONCERT: THE COUNTERFEIT KINGS April 23 , 4 p.m. Cass Winery, 7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles, casswines.com.
COLONY CONCERT SERIES:
SOUNDHOUSE LIVE ON THE PATIO
Enjoy covers from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. April 15, 4-6 p.m. 805-460-6252. colonymarketanddeli.com. Colony Market and Deli, 6040 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
EASTON EVERETT LIVE AT HOTEL CHEVAL Easton Everett plays guitarwoven indie music that has an authentic feel and is easy to listen to but also surprises. His songs are memorable and the music is “in distinctive stylistic shapes outside the pop mainstream.” April 20 6-8 p.m. Free. eastoneverett. com/. Hotel Cheval, 1021 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-226-9995.
FRIDAY NIGHT DJ Weekly DJ series, with a different DJ every Friday. Presented by friends at Traffic Record store in Atascadero. Come listen, dance, drink, and unwind every Friday. All ages event; no cover charge. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. 805460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com.
Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero.
THE REAL BLUES JAM NORTH AT THE POUR HOUSE After a winter hiatus, The Real Blues Jam North returns to The Pour House. Led by Ted Waterhouse, The Real Blues Jam offers a chance to jam with the pros, or just enjoy. All levels welcome. April 20 6-9 p.m. No cover. 805-704-5116. pasoroblesbeer.com/events. The Pour House, 525 Pine St., Paso Robles.
15TH ANNUAL WINE 4 PAWS WEEKEND
Join forces with SLO County wineries to raise funds for Woods Humane Society. Support any of the participating Wine 4 Paws businesses. No advance tickets needed. April 22 and April 23 wine4paws.com/. Participating wineries, County-wide, SLO County.
DOWNTOWN SLO FARMERS MARKET
Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo.
HEAD GAMES TRIVIA NIGHT Live multimedia trivia every Wednesday. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to six players. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. headgamestrivia.com. Antigua Brewing, 1009 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-242-1167.
A NIGHT A LA FERME, TAKE DUEX An evening of local food and wine pairings al fresco on the farm. This fundraising and outreach event will support the youth education programs run by City Farm SLO, a nonprofit urban farm. April 23 4:30-7 p.m. $60.01. cityfarmslo.org. City Farm SLO, 1221 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, 805-769-8344.
PAINT AND SIP AT THE PIERFRONT Please join Art Social 805 at the PierFront wine and beer bar in Avila Beach, for an introductory painting event, where you will paint the featured wave image. April 21 6-8 p.m. $50. 805-439-3400. artsocial805.com. PierFront Wine & Brew, 480 Front Street, Avila Beach. SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more
BRUSHES AND BUBBLES Please join Art Social 805 at Laetitia Vineyard where you will paint the featured image, while enjoying a glass of bubbles. Tickets include paint materials and your first glass of liquid courage. April 16 , 10 a.m.noon $60. 805-481-1772. artsocial805. com. Laetitia Vineyard & Winery, 453 Laetitia Vineyard Drive, Arroyo Grande.
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BLUES AGENDA JAM AND SHOWCASE
A rockin’ blues dance party at Niffy’s Merrimaker every first, third, and now fifth Wednesdays. The Blues Asylum house band welcomes local, visiting, and newcomers to the blues groove. Spirits, beer, and wine, with outside food welcome. Every other Wednesday, 7-10 p.m. Free. 805-235-5223. The Merrimaker Tavern, 1301 2nd Street, Los Osos.
FREE BALLROOM DANCE AND LESSON Free rumba lesson followed by an hour or so of open dance (cha cha, east/ west coast swing, waltz, foxtrot, country two-step, hustle, salsa, tango). Beginners and seasoned dancers welcome. April 14 , 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-709-2477. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, morro-bay.ca.us/345/ Community-Center.
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
SAN LUIS OBISPO
BRUCE FORMAN MEETS THE SLO
JAZZ ALL-STARS The internationally acclaimed guitar master will perform with Inga Swearingen (vocals), Dave Becker (woodwinds), Dylan Johnson (bass), and Darrell Voss (drums). April 22 7:30 p.m. $10-$30. my805tix.com. Mount Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY MUSIC DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE RECITAL A recital for Cal Poly’s 30th annual Open House. It will feature both instrumentalists and vocalists. The student performers are from a variety of majors, and all are involved in at least one of the department’s large, premier ensembles. April 15 , 2 p.m. Free. 805-756-2406. music.calpoly. edu. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY STUDENT OPERA THEATRE PRESENTS SPRING OPERA SCENES
Cal Poly Student Opera Theatre will present an evening of opera scenes. April 15 7:30 p.m. $20 general; $10 students. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly. edu/calendar/opera/. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY’S POLYRHYTHMICS PERCUSSION RECITAL Polyrhythmics will present a program of fun and exciting percussion music. April 18 7:30 p.m. Free. 805-756-2406. music. calpoly.edu/calendar/free/. PAC Pavilion, Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo.
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EASTON EVERETT SOLO Enjoy some indie-acoustic, live music. Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. eastoneverett. com. Big Sky Cafe, 1121 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, (805)545-5401.
FOREVER GREEN: LIVE AT BARRELHOUSE TAPROOM AND SPEAKEASY Twin sister duo Forever Green performs indie/ pop/folk rock music with an Americana edge, a medieval twist, and influences of jazz and blues. April 14 , 7-9 p.m. Barrelhouse Brewing Co. Speakeasy, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.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.
OPEN MIC NIGHT IN THE TASTING ROOM Kelsey Rae hosts this open mic event for music and comedy in the tasting room. Second Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free show. 805-721-6878. SLO Cider, 3419 Roberto Ct., Suite C, San Luis Obispo.
SAN SALVADOR LIVE Hailing from France, San Salvador is a six-voice and percussion collective that combines poetry with hypnotic vocal harmonies propelled by surging percussion. April 21 , 7:30-9 p.m. $40. 805-756-6556. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, pacslo.org.
SCIENTIST LIVE Hopeton Overton Brown is a recording engineer and producer who rose to fame in the 1980s mixing dub music as “Scientist”; a protégé of King Tubby (Osbourne Ruddock). April 20 7 p.m. $25. slobrew.com. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, 805543-1843.
SLO MASTER CHORALE PRESENTS BEYOND THE NOTES: FELIX MENDELSSOHN COMPOSES HIS WORLD Felix Mendelssohn’s romantic music drew on his lifelong engagement with his German musical heritage as well as theater, literature, and poetry. An amateur painter, Mendelssohn also composed music that reflected the natural landscape he encountered in his many travels. April 23 1:15-2 p.m. Free. 805-538-3311. slomasterchorale. org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES ASTRA KELLY, CYNTHIA FORD Steve Key will share the stage with local country-pop vocalist Cynthia Ford, and San Diego-based touring artist Astra Kelly. They will swap songs in-theround, Nashville-style. The female duo called Just Wing It will play a guest set in the middle of the show. April 19 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/ events. SLO Wine and Beer Company, 3536 S. Higuera St., suite 250, San Luis Obispo. SPRING CONCERT SERIES Bring the family, friends, or come by yourself to enjoy an afternoon in the historical and beautiful Jack House Gardens. Bring a chair, a picnic, and enjoy games, dancing, and live music by local bands. Please no pets or alcoholic beverages. April 22 2-4 p.m. Free. slocity.org/jackhouse. The Jack House, 536 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.
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.
SUZANNE BONA WITH CRAIG RUSSELL AND FRIENDS
Presented in partnership with KCBX Public Radio. Flutist and host of the nationally distributed public radio program “Sunday Baroque,” Suzanne Bona, joins guitarist and Cal Poly music professor Craig Russell and friends for an afternoon of Baroque and contemporary chamber music. April 15 , 2-4 p.m. Tickets start at $35. 805-781-3009. festivalmozaic.org. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.
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ALWAYS ... PATSY CLINE A musical play, complete with down home country humor, true emotion, audience participation, and more than 20 Cline hits including “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams,” and “Walking After Midnight.” April 15 , 7:30-10 p.m. $48-$58. 805-4899444. clarkcenter.org/shows/always-patsy-cline/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.
BIG VARIETY NIGHT AT BROAD STREET PUB
Hosted by Ted Waterhouse, Big Variety Night features the best local musical acts in a series of short, sweet sets. Check website for the list of performers. April 21 6-9:30 p.m. No cover. 805-704-5116. tedwaterhouse.com. Broad Street Public House, 3590 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo.
HOME CONCERT IN GROVER BEACH Claudia Russell and Bruce Kaplan traverse a wide Americana landscape, stopping at musical landmarks along the way, tipping their hat to bluegrass bands, blues divas, jazz cats, and others. April 21 7:30-9:30 p.m. Suggested donation $20. 805-441-5868. Tunes On Mentone, 1901 Mentone Ave., Grover Beach. ∆
Three Speckled Hens: Antiques & Old Stuff Show
FRI, SAT, SUN, APRIL 28, 29, 30
Paso Robles Event Center
Paso Pinot & Paella Festival
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 Templeton Park, Templeton
Live Oak Music Festival
FRI, SAT, SUN, JUNE 23, 24, 25 El Chorro Regional Park, San Luis Obispo
37th Annual Central Coast Renaissance Faire
SAT & SUN, JULY 15 & 16
Laguna Lake Park, SLO
“Live at the Lighthouse” 2023 Concert Series Season Pass
8 CONCERTS: JUNE 24–OCT 14
Point San Luis Lighthouse, Avila Beach
Be Hoppy Tours:
Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Tours
THURSDAY THRU SUNDAY
Begin/end at CC Brewing Co., SLO
SLOFunny Comedy
Jamboree - SLO
THURSDAY, APRIL 13
Highwater SLO, San Luis Obispo
Point San Luis Lighthouse Tours
SATURDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
Virtual Tours Available On Demand Avila Beach
Spaghetti Dinner/Bingo Night
FRIDAY, APRIL 14
Avila Beach Community Center, Avila Beach
Stand Up Comedy Show
Hosted by Justin Bournonville
FRIDAY, APRIL 14
Flower City Ballroom, Lompoc
“Trusting Chloe” Film Screening
SATURDAY, APRIL 15
Fair Oaks Theatre, Arroyo Grande
Coastal Wine & Paint Party
SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 22, 29
Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, Cambria
Woods Fundraiser Kick-Off Party
FRIDAY, APRIL 21
Hayseed & Housdon, Paso Robles
SLOFunny Comedy
Jamboree - Grover Beach
SATURDAY, APRIL 15
Ribline by the Beach, Grover Beach
SLOFunny Comedy
Jamboree - Morro Bay
SUNDAY, APRIL 16
Morro Bay Eagles Club, Morro Bay
That’s What She Said Live in Concert
FRIDAY, APRIL 21
Flower City Ballroom, Lompoc
Performers throughout the Central Coast are invited to apply for this year’s Central Coast Performing Arts Scholarships program, hosted by Actor’s Edge Studio.
Local actors and other performing artists of all ages and skill levels are eligible to apply for cash and tuition scholarships offered as part of the program.
A total of more than $4,000 in funds will be distributed among recipients, according to press materials. The deadline to apply is Sunday, April 16.
One grand prize winner will receive a full tuition scholarship to enroll in Actor’s Edge Studio’s 16-week film and television training program.
Actor’s Edge Studio, based in San Luis Obispo, was founded by Aaron Metchik, whose own film credits include roles in The BabySitters Club and Disney’s Hercules Metchik was also a longtime private acting coach to Zac Efron and works as the head instructor at Actor’s Edge Studio.
“We are thrilled to be offering these scholarships to local performers. We know there are such incredibly talented and passionate performers here in the Central Coast,” Metchik said in press materials. “We also know that sometimes finding the funds to support creative passions isn’t easy. These scholarships are our small way of helping people do that.”
Actor’s Edge Studio offers performing arts classes for youth and adults. Kenlee Townsend, one of the program’s youth students, recently landed a lead role in a new Hulu series, Saint X which will premiere on Wednesday, April 26.
To find out more about Actor’s Edge Studio and its Central Coast Performing Arts Scholarships, visit actorsedge.com. Application materials are available at actorsedge.com/scholarships.
More than a dozen local dancers will perform in the Movement Arts Collective’s spring program, Ballet Unbound at the Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo. Performances of the contemporary showcase will be held on Saturday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, April 23, at 2 p.m.
To find out more about Ballet Unbound and other upcoming programs hosted by the Movement Arts Collective, visit movementartscollective.org.
Tickets to the show are available at the door or online at tickets. cuesta.edu.
For additional info, call the Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center’s box office at (805) 546-3198. The venue is located at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo. ∆
—Caleb Wiseblood
BY ADRIAN VINCENT ROSASAdam Parker Smith keeps it simple when conveying the intentions behind his sculptures.
He takes something that everyone might be familiar with and alters its form to open up a dialogue—one that encourages people to consider that sometimes they can be both serious and silly about the way they view art.
On April 15, Smith’s sculpture David will attempt to bring that dynamic-defying dialogue to the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art’s front lawn as part of the city’s Public Places Program.
“ e topics of my art are often these cornerstones of Western art and culture that are easily accessible and recognizable,” Smith said. “So it’s an easy access point for a conversation to begin about Greco-Roman art and the type of impact it has on culture overall.”
Smith’s reimagining of Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s iconic sculpture of David is part of Smith’s Crush line of art, where he takes historical art subjects and compresses them into one cubic meter-shaped boundary—the process of which is as equally interesting as the conversations that Smith hopes his art provokes.
Working alongside a team of master carvers, he re-creates the iconic sculpture in a 3D modeling program before using that same program to compress it—after which the image is sent to Italy to be carved into marble.
Catch the cubic creation of David at SLOMA (1010 Broad St., SLO) starting April 15. For more information on future public art projects, visit the city’s information page at slocity.org/ government/department-directory/ parks-and-recreation/public-art. To see more art from Adam Parker Smith, visit adamparkersmithwork.com or follow him on Instagram @adamparkersmith.
Some, not all, of Smith’s Crush pieces have served as public art displays, but he said that David, in particular, is a perfect t, down to the very material it’s carved out of.
“Some of the pieces in Rome have been out there
for thousands of years, so it made sense to use this piece for the same kind of outdoor art,” he said. “I mean, it’s even made out of the same material from the same quarry the original piece is made out of.” While the process of creation seems simple enough thanks to the modern-day tools at his disposal, Smith actually considers that simplicity to more easily convey the meaning the works might have lost when solely becoming classical art.
“When you have something iconic as these sculptures being used as subject matter for something as simple as a cubic sculpture, there are threads the viewer can make out that sometimes get lost in the traditional aesthetic often associated with these pieces,” he said. “ ose threads are meant to inspire a more conversational nature for the work.”
“I think that’s something you can see even in the non-cube versions of a lot of these pieces,” he said with a laugh. “ ey are such major ideas in pop culture that seeing it in this new state—if it doesn’t at least get a chuckle out of you—will hopefully bring out that conversational nature that gets lost in the idea of these pieces having to be ‘traditional’ art.”
SLOMA Chief Curator Emma Saperstein said she feels David will inspire a newfound appreciation for the public art in the city by demonstrating the range of art that’s present in SLO and through opening up a new dialogue about the city’s sometimes polarizing perception of public art.
“After seeing such markedly di erent expressions of sculpture, Adam’s piece now o ers the opportunity for the community to question and consider what monuments are and deconstruct our thinking around them,” she said.
e Public Places Program has strived to push public art in that exact direction since 2021, something that SLO Mayor Erica A Stewart is excited to see David continue.
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at isn’t to say that Smith considers his work to be overtly profound; that’s part of the appeal for him having his work be part of a public display. While his sculptures are inspired by the traditional Greco-Roman idea of art, there’s humor in the idea that something as iconic as Bernini’s original David can be crushed into a compact cube version of itself.
“ e city knows that public art brings our community’s public spaces to life … providing everyone with the opportunity to experience di erent mediums and di erent artists,” Stewart said. “Parker Smith’s work challenges the norm with beauty and strength.”
To take something as profound and technically impressive as a marble sculpture from the 17th century and break it down into a simple cube seems absurd in concept, but Smith feels David is more than a novelty.
“ ose original sculptures have become ubiquitous with dusty displays in forgotten museums,” he said. “To take them and recontextualize them in a way that allows thinking about them again in a new way is important, especially in a public arena where our perception of art can sometimes be muddled by the fact that we are constantly surrounded by it.” ∆
Freelancer Adrian Vincent Rosas is re ecting on how he views the art around him. Reach him at arosas@ newtimesslo.com.
David by Adam Parker Smith aims to spark newfound appreciation for public art in San Luis Obispo
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A brief story, fifty-five words or less, with a headline no longer than seven words.
We accept entries to our annual 55 Fiction writing contest all year long. Entries submitted by 5pm Monday, June 19, 2023 will be considered for this year’s publications which will be published on July 27, 2023
For more details: bit.ly/55Fiction
What’s it rated? R
Ben A eck directs this story about shoe salesman Sonny Vaccaro (Matt Damon) and his pursuit on behalf of Nike to land promising rookie basketball player Michael Jordan (Damian Young) for an endorsement deal. A eck stars as Nike CEO Phil Knight. (112 min.)
What’s it worth, Glen? Full price
What’s it worth, Anna? Full price
Where’s it showing? Colony Cinemas, Downtown Centre, Fair Oaks, Park, Stadium 10
Glen Even if you’re not a sports fan, Air makes for compelling entertainment. In many ways, it’s really Deloris Jordan’s story. Viola Davis plays the basketball star’s mother with conviction. Deloris understood how deep her son’s talent ran, and as his erce advocate, she wasn’t going to let shoe manufacturers exploit him for their gain. Converse and Adidas are also competing for Michael Jordan’s endorsement, but Vaccaro—tenacious, clever, and inspirational—knew exactly what Deloris needed to hear. Deloris wasn’t going to make the decision for her son, but she clearly held a lot of sway over him. Damian Delano Young plays 18-year-old Michael, but he gets little screen time, and A eck wisely made the decision to never show his face. Instead, the story concludes with archival footage of Michael and the other principal participants in the groundbreaking endorsement deal. It’s not giving anything away to say Nike won; the Air Jordan shoe is iconic. Watching how the deal got done is where the entertainment lies.
Anna Luckily this story isn’t just for fans of sports, or basketball, or Michael Jordan, or shoes. Seeing lines outside of Shoe Palace when a new Air Jordan shoe is released is proof enough that these iconic shoes still are raking in billions for Nike. Damon is great as Sonny, who is told “no” almost constantly and has decided not to hear it anymore. Nike had $250,000 that year to spend on athletes
What’s it rated? PG-13
When? 2023
Where’s it showing? Netflix
Romantic comedy fans, strap in—we’ve got some heavy hitters in the house! Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon play Peter and Debbie, two old friends who had a fling a million years ago but managed to move onwards and upwards, becoming best friends. Think a less snarky When Harry Met Sally kind of thing. Peter is super successful and lives in New York in a gorgeous, albeit sterile, apartment.
Single mom
Debbie (Reese Witherspoon) and her son, Jack (Wesley Kimmel), live in LA, but a new father figure might be found in Debbie’s long ago one-night stand, in Your Place or Mine, screening on Netflix.
to gain endorsements, and Vaccaro wanted to spend it all on Jordan. What seemed to the execs as a crazy move wound up being brilliant and built an empire. I believe this is the rst time that A eck has directed Damon, though the two famously have worked together since they were kids. His role as Phil Knight portrays the CEO as quite a character—barefooted and driving a purple Porsche with a deep need to be taken seriously. I’m not a sports person, and these aren’t the kind of shoes I care at all about, but this movie made us root for Sonny’s win— and he won big.
Glen It’s a true character-driven story. Bateman is terri c as marketing guru Ron Strasser, who worries Vaccaro’s cavalier style will get them both red. Chris Tucker as Nike executive Howard White also brings a certain manic energy to the role, but Chris Messina as Jordan’s sports manager wins the scenery-chewing award. His angry, friendless, tenacious David Falk is a real killer. However, other than Davis’ Deloris,
Debbie lives with her son, Jack (Wesley Kimmel), in LA and spends most of her time worrying about his various allergies and ailments—most of which seem to be overblown by Mamma Bear. Circumstance has the two switch places. Peter comes to LA to watch Jack while Debbie attends a course in NYC. Tig Notaro plays mom-friend Alicia, and as usual, her dry and deadpan humor is always a welcome treat onscreen for me. Throw in Steve Zahn as Debbie’s wacky neighbor and you’ve got all the elements of a possibly but not quite effective rom-com.
Of course, this film is genuinely predictable and more than a little groan inducing, but these two leads know how to sell a sweet romance. Fans of the genre will find it charming but overall forgettable. (109 min.)
—Anna
my favorite character was shoe designer Peter Moore, who Matthew Maher plays as a mad and obsessive genius. I don’t care much about sports, but I love a good sports movie, and this one is feel-good gold.
Anna I’m with you on loving both Davis in her role as well as Maher in his. I didn’t know that the NBA nes people who wear shoes that are less than 51 percent white, and I loved watching Maher as Moore when he’s given the freedom to create something that breaks the rules. It was so smart to build the shoe, and the brand essentially, around Jordan—but at the time it was also a huge risk. Sometimes you just have to take the shot, and Vaccaro did so brilliantly. You have to love the story of a big win, and that’s certainly what this was. I’ll watch these actors any time; this cast was awesome. ∆
Senior Sta Writer Glen Starkey and freelancer Anna Starkey write Split Screen. Glen compiles listings. Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.
What’s it rated? R
When? 2022
Where’s it showing? Netflix
Chris Smith (The Yes Men, The Pool, 100 Foot Wave) directs this intimate, poignant documentary about iconoclastic filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., who died in 2021, leaving behind a legacy of subversive filmmaking (Sweet Smell of Sex, Chafed Elbows, Putney Swope) as well as a fiercely talented son named Robert Downey Jr., who’s prominently featured in the documentary. Not only does the film cover Sr.’s long and strange career, it also displays the deep affection
between father and son. In essence, the film gives Jr. a chance to interrogate Sr. in service to a documentary about his father’s artistry. In some ways, it’s constructed similarly to Sr.’s own often disjointed and unorthodox approach to filmmaking, so if you demand order and coherence, this may not be the doc for you. This filmmaking family has a trove of archival footage and film clips from which to construct its narrative, which in part is about Jr. processing his own grief over the death of his father. found the film fascinating, emotionally resonant, and heartfelt. Both Sr. and Jr. are characters, and though Jr.’s career has arguably eclipsed Sr.’s in scope and importance, this film cements Sr.’s reputation as an important and unforgettable filmmaker. (89 min.) ∆
Robert
Jr.
Netflix documentary Sr., which chronicles Sr.’s career and celebrates Sr. and Jr.’s warm relationship until Sr.’s death in 2021.
The dulcet sounds of Morro Bay’s Jody Mulgrew are on fine display on his new album, Toyota Dolphin, a 12-track CD he’ll release to the public this Saturday, April 15, at Morro Bay’s The Savory Palette (7 p.m.; $15 cash at the door or Venmo @jodymulgrew). The album includes the 2022 New Times Music Awards Best Song, “Phony Gibson,” the heart-wrenching story of a failed long-term relationship.
Between his catchy folk pop melodies, solid musicianship, and affecting vocals, it’s hard to overstate Mulgrew’s power as a singer-songwriter. He’s a little bit John Cougar Mellencamp, James Taylor, and Bruce Springsteen all wrapped into one—a quintessentially American songwriter concerned with working-class issues, personal growth, and nature’s allure and mystique.
Mulgrew’s lyrical allusions are grounded in familiar Central Coast scenes—beach bonfires and driftwood houses, road trips along lonely rural routes—but he takes listeners to the Midwest, Tennessee, San Diego, Nashville, and beyond. Wherever he goes, listeners are game to join him. He’s a pied piper you’ll happily follow even into heartbreak.
Numbskull and Good Medicine present
The Brother Brothers with special guest Mothra at Bristol’s Cider House in Atascadero on Thursday, April 13 (8 p.m.; all ages; $20 at goodmedicinepresents.com). The identical twins, Adam and David Moss, are touring in support of their new album Cover to Cover, which covers classic tracks with the close harmonies of the Everly Brothers or The Beach Boys.
Etran de L’Aïr comes to Castoro Cellars on Friday, April 14 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $22 at goodmedicinepresents.com), playing electric-guitar-driven desert blues. The family collective of musicians’ name translates as “stars of the Aïr region.” They hail from Agadez—which has become known as the capital city of Saharan rock. Emerging from the local wedding circuit, they’ve since performed for 25 years all over the world.
Oregon-based reggae act Indubious plays
The Siren on Friday, April 14 (7:30 p.m.;
21-and-older; $15 at goodmedicinepresents. com). As their bio explains, “The story of Indubious is not for the faint of heart. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Indubious was forged in the fires of pain and destruction. Evton and Skip, brothers and bandmates born with cystic fibrosis and convinced by doctors of their impending death from an early age, have emerged as a powerful force for change and the future of conscious music.”
Also at The Siren …
The Morro Bay club kicks off its week this Thursday, April 13, with ska punk icons Save Ferris (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $25 presale at eventbrite.com). Fronted by Monique Powell, the band is a powerhouse performer that enjoyed a lot of immediate success in the late ’90s, getting a lot of radio play on KROQ radio’s legendary Rodney on the Rock show.
“Since this incarnation of Save Ferris first played together, the band and I have been working on new music, arranging schedules, and selectively playing local shows to get ready for a tour,” Powell explained in press materials. “I have had to tell our fans to ‘be patient, I promise it’ll happen’ for too long now! But now here we are. I can’t believe we’ve made it this far … and now you get to see us in a town near you. For the first time in 15 years, Save Ferris is coming to get you! Are you ready?”
Mark Adams Band brings his Americana and country sounds to a matinee show on Saturday, April 15 (2:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). He writes literate narrative songs and also has a cover album of Lefty Frizzell songs called Loaded With Lefty. Later that night same night, see ukulele band Kanekoa (8 p.m.; 21-and-older; $20 at eventbrite.com).
Maui’s Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award-winning
band is powered by electric ukuleles and island rhythms. Expect tight arrangements from a brilliant group of musicians. Indulge your love of bluegrass when Portland’s Never Come Down and local singer-songwriter Amber Cross play on Tuesday, April 18 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $15 at eventbrite.com). NCD weaves modern and traditional bluegrass sounds together and has an amazing vocalist in Crystal Lariza backed by a terrific band: Joe Suskind (guitar), Brian Alley (banjo), Kaden Hurst (mandolin), and Ben Ticknor (bass). Cross’ last album, Savage on the Downhill, was a celebration of rural living and a showcase for her engaging, twangy voice.
Since late 2016, cannabis has been legal in California, and I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but the sky has not fallen. This Thursday, April 20 —the traditional cannabis holiday— SLO Brew Rock has cooked up a show for those interested in gathering for music, a light show, and camaraderie. See dub legend Scientist, Jakob Nowell (son of Sublime’s Bradley Nowell), London reggae icon General Jah Mikey, local favorites The Vibe Setters, carnival act Samba Loca, and the Mad Alchemist Liquid Light Show (7 p.m.; 18-and-older; $25 at ticketweb.com). Slocal Roots Dispensary has partnered with SLO Brew Rock for the event.
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Fremont Theater
(((folkYEAH!))) presents Snail Mail on (8 p.m.; all ages; $31 at seetickets.us), with Water From Your Eyes opening. Snail Mail is Lindsey Jordan, who at 17 years old released Lush in 2018, exuding a mix of “confidence and vulnerability, power and delicacy,” according
Wednesday, April 19 (8 p.m.; all ages; $26 at seetickets.us) with opening. Yaeji is NYC-viaSeoul producer, DJ, and vocalist “whose introspective, dance floor-ready tracks have made her a global icon occupying a space all her own.” She’s lit up the dance floor with tracks such as “Raingurl” and “Drink I’m Sippin On.”
More music …
The Clark Center hosts the musical play Always…Patsy Cline on Saturday, April (7:30 p.m.; $48 to $58 at clarkcenter.org), “complete with down-home country humor, true emotion, and audience participation.” You’ll hear the hits such as “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams,” “Walking After Midnight,” and many more.
“More than a tribute to the legendary country singer (played by Cindy Summers) who died tragically in a plane crash at age 30, the show is based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger (played by Misty Rowe), who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death in 1963,” according to organizers.
The 7 Sisters Folklore Society proudly presents the Dirk Powell Band (including his daughter Amelia) plus the SLO County Stumblers at Bristols Cider House this Saturday, April 15 (7 p.m.; $25 presale at eventbrite.com or $30 at the door). Powell’s known for his commitment to Appalachian and Cajun traditions. Sammy Lind and Nadine Landry of the Foghorn Stringband will join Powell and his daughter. The Stumblers play “hard-driving old-time fiddle tunes and spirited songs.”
This Sunday, April 16, in the Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, KCBX and Festival Mozaic present “one of the most beloved classical and baroque music experts,” flutist and Sunday Baroque radio program host Suzanne Bona, along with internationally known musicologist, composer, and guitarist Craig Russell—host of KCBX in Concert (2 p.m.; all ages; $38 to $87 at ovationtix.com). Expect a curated program of early music all the way to contemporary jazz.
Host Ted Waterhouse (slide guitar and vocals) returns with the Real Blues Jam next Thursday, April 20, at The PourHouse (6 to 9 p.m.) in Paso; and next Tuesday, April 25, at The Siren (7 to 10 p.m.; 21-and-older) in Morro Bay. The house band also includes Dean Giles (drums) and Bruce Willard (bass).
“The jams provide space for the best local musicians to join in and play the blues and a great chance for dancers and blues fans to enjoy the scene as well,” Waterhouse said. “Come on down and sit on in, or just dance your blues away!” ∆
Alana Gillen is a champion of the slow life.
Thirteen years as a professional chef hurtled her across restaurants in Paso Robles, Los Osos, the Bay Area, and even a work boat off an oil platform on the California coast.
“Restaurants were really hard; it was maledriven and very hard on my body, and it was very stressful,” Gillen said. “I learned a lot, but also it sometimes took the joy fun away.”
Culinary bliss returned to Gillen through her meal prep delivery service, Myndful Meals. Though she was ready to hit the brakes in March 2020, the pandemic forced the world to a halt, too. Gillen seized that lull, started Myndful Meals out of her Los Osos home kitchen, and delivered food to her neighbors.
“I’d been thinking about doing this for a long time, and I moved down here to do this,” she said. “It kind of worked in my favor because a lot of restaurants were closed at the time, and I knew a decent amount of people because I lived here before.”
Myndful Meals dishes out themed plates on a weekly basis. It favors a plethora of Asian flavor profiles, thanks to Gillen being born and raised in Singapore, and features those menus every other week. But Myndful Meals is versatile with other international cuisines too, including menus based on the seasons of the year, Greek food, and Baja California fare. Through the culinary smorgasbord, all of Gillen’s cooking is united by the slow food movement with an emphasis on ingredient consciousness.
“Slow cooking is things made with multiple steps,” she explained. “So, you’re making your chicken stock, you’re blending your spices for your spice mixture. Things are made slowly and with finesse.”
Gillen’s time at Artisan restaurant in Paso Robles ignited an excitement for locally sourced food. It informed her decision to pursue an education in holistic nutrition from Bauman College. Gillen said she focuses
Check out Myndful Meals’ new menu every Monday on myndfulmeals.com, where you can sign up for the newsletter dishing out regular updates and weekly discounts. Place your orders by Friday at 10 p.m. and check out their delivery route under the How It Works page for timing.
on wellness as opposed to calorie counting.
“I was so busy going to school and working, I wished I had something that didn’t have refined oils and had quality, wellprepared food,” she said. “Now that I get older, I’m more in tune with my body. One of my biggest things that I value in Myndful Meals is using healthy oils.”
Gillen prepares all her dishes using olive or avocado oil. She told New Times that those oils have high nutritional value, reduce inflammation, and elevate the quality of the food. Her dishes aren’t considered “fully composed” but are meant to complement and supplement each other.
The standard Myndful Meals menu is broken into six categories—greens, egg bites, proteins, sides, vegetarian entrée, and simple entrées. All the items can be mixed and matched to be lunch or dinner throughout the week depending on the quantity ordered.
Take the Japanese-style menu from late March, for example. For lunch one workday, I paired the tender and lemony guava miso chicken and the pork yakitori marinated with a mirin-coconut sugar mixture with the hibachistyle fried rice and a side of charred orange edamame.
The next day, I finished the leftover pork with rice I made at home. Gillen often meal preps the same way, and she recommends a similar technique for clients. Most of them place Myndful Meals orders for the whole week.
“You can order something you don’t like to cook, or you feel you don’t have the time for,” she said. “For a lot of people that’s protein, and you can add something like the chicken to your salad or sandwich.”
of Benny’s (of Benny’s Pizza Palace and Social Club) commissary kitchen in SLO.
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Myndful Meals is a well-oiled machine that runs on an organized timetable. The company releases a new menu on its website (or newsletter if you sign up) every Monday. Orders must be placed by Friday at 10 p.m. Myndful’s culinary team of three—Gillen and two cooks—prepare all the food the following Tuesday. They’re packaged on Wednesday, and delivered by her sister Bali all afternoon and early evening to roughly 50 hungry patrons on the North Coast, in SLO, and in Atascadero. Gillen added that having members of her own team deliver the food adds to her company’s character.
“I want to be in control of the customer service, and I like to be personable with our clients,” she explained. “I don’t want someone that doesn’t know … and doesn’t appreciate my food to deliver my food.”
Gillen’s come a long way from her Los Osos kitchen. Myndful Meals’ success propelled her to working out of the industrial kitchens in Los Osos’ Noi’s and Blue Heron restaurants. Now, Myndful Meals cooks out
As of April 11, Myndful Meals’ clients will be looking forward to a Mediterranean-style gallery involving quinoa tabbouleh, Greek-inspired bacon egg bites, and lemon feta chicken. Some of those customers are part of the company’s subscription plan and even opt to have their meals delivered in reusable Pyrex containers. Slowly but steadily, Gillen hopes to serve more of them through increased small-scale private events. She’s also looking to expand her client base through pop-up events in the future that could revive a childhood staple: Singaporean food.
“I’ve done [a Singaporean menu] a couple times … but I don’t think people get it,” Gillen said. “I think it’ll be more popular [at popups]. You can’t do something like chili crab in a meal prep; if I’m doing a Singaporean menu, I have to have chili crab!”
A more deliberate pace personifies Gillen’s craft, but it’s evolved into a life lesson for her too.
“I’m learning a little more patience and [to] not compare [myself] to other people’s rate of success,” she said. “Go at your own rate, and things will definitely fall into place if you’re patient with yourself.” ∆
Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal is ready for Singaporean chili crab in SLO. Send patience to brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.Number [APN] 040-372017) (project). Also requested is a Vesting Tentative Parcel Map (CO22-0034) to subdivide the parcel into two individual parcels of 1.16 and 1.31 acres. The project includes three adjustments: (1) a 15% reduction in required parking spaces per the shared parking adjustment outlined in County Land Use Ordinance (LUO) Section 22.18.020.D; (2) an increase in the total signage area from 237 square feet to 1,229 square feet per LUO Section 22.20.040.A.2; and, (3) a request to allow drive-through facilities within 500 feet of a residential land use category as required by the Templeton Community Design Plan Standard V.F.4. The project would result in 26,128 cubic yards of earthwork (11,053 cubic yards of cut and 15,075 cubic yards of fill) and would result in 2.57 acres of onand off-site disturbance. The project site is within the Commercial Retail land use category, located on the north side of Las Tablas Road, between Bennet Road, and Duncan Road in the community of Templeton. The project is within the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the Initial Study, finds that 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 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on February 24, 2023 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Geology & Soils, Hydrology & Water Quality, Land Use & Planning, Noise, Transportation, and Mandatory Findings of Significance and are included as conditions of approval.
County File Number: DRC2021-00102
Supervisorial District: District 1
Assessor Parcel Number(s): 040-372-017
Date Accepted: 01/27/2022
WHERE: Virtual meeting via Zoom platform. Instructions on how to view and participate in the meeting remotely and provide public comment will be included in the published meeting Agenda and are posted on the Department’s webpage at: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/ Grid-Items/Meetings,-Hearings,-Agendas,-and-Minutes/PlanningDepartment-Hearing-(PDH)-Virtual-Meeting-.aspx.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Eric Tolle, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5600.
TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING: This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter.
To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@co.slo.ca.us by Friday, May 12, 2023 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request
SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) HUNTER RAYNE MUELLER; CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES; and DOES
1-5, inclusive
YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): SESLOC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 22CV-0680
NOTICE TO RESPONDENT
(Name): Hector Isaac Apodaca
You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page.
Petitioner’s name is: Christina L Apodaca
Case Number: 22FL-0457
You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.
To all interested persons:
Petitioner: Shirley Marie Kelly filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRES-
ENT NAME: Shirley Marie Kelly to
PROPOSED NAME: Shirley Marie Ervine
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): 22CVP-0261
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 Paso Robles Branch 901 Park Street Paso Robles, CA 93446
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Ronald J. Cook, Esq. / SBN 121398 Cook Law Group 50 W. San Fernando Street, Suite 400 San Jose, CA 95113 408-292-9211
Date: (Fecha) 09/22/2022
By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario); C.M. Kastner, Deputy (Adjunto) March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements.
You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.
Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso): 22CV-0680
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 Palms Street, 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):
Brandon M. Ormonde (Bar #272069) Mederos Ormonde & Rascon 791 North Cherry, P.O. Box 29 Tulare, CA 93275 559-686-3861
Date: (Fecha) 12/16/2022 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario); Marcela Woodward, Deputy (Adjunto) April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2023
If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.
For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.
NOTICE: Restraining orders are on page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.
FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.
PAGE 2: STANDARD FAMILY LAW
RESTRAINING ORDERS
Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from:
1. removing the minor children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court;
2. cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor children;
3. transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and
4. creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party. You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining order are effective. However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or you own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.
WARNING-IMPORTANT INFORMATION
California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during a marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divided, the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e., joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption. You should consult your attorney if you want the communit y property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property.
1. The name and address of the court are (el nombre y dirección de la corte son): Superior Court of San Luis Obispo 1050 Monterey Street Room 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
2.The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney are: Christina L Apodaca 467 S Oakglen St. Nipomo, CA 93444 805-202-6060 March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
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: April 26, 2023, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2, in person or by zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times
Date: March 7, 2023
/s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court March 23, 30, April 6, & 13, 2023
ORDER TO SHOW
CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO CONFORM TO GENDER IDENTITY CASE NUMBER: 23CVP-0064
To all interested persons:
Petitioner: Lindsay Anne Dabryshire filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:
PRESENT NAME: Lindsay Anne Darbyshire to PROPOSED NAME: Reid Allen Darbyshire
THE COURT ORDERS: that any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection within six weeks of the date this order is issued. If no written objection is timely filed, the court will grant the petition without a hearing. A hearing date may be set only if an objection is timely filed and shows good cause for opposing the name change. Objections based solely on concerns that the proposed change is not the person’s actual gender identity or gender assigned at birth shall not constitute good cause. (See Code Civ. Proc., § 1277.5(c).)
Date: January 31, 2023
/s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court March 23, 30, April 6, & 13, 2023
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NEW FILE NO. 2023-0841 OLD FILE NO. 2018-2015 Cycletribe, 285 Buchon St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 08/13/2018. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: John Brunson, Jayme Brunson (415 Acacia St. Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ John Brunson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-03-2023. hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk.
April 13, 20, 27, & May 4, 2023
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0681 (02/21/2023)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as CDH, 1930 Laguna Del Campo, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Chuck Desmond, Heather Desmond (1930 Laguna Del Campo, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Chuck Desmond. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-17-23. hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-17-28. March 23, 30, April 6, & 13, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0695 (03/17/2023)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as COMPASS ROSE INTL AVIATION CONSLT., INC, 5755 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Compass Rose Intl Aviation Conslt., Inc (5755 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Compass Rose Intl Aviation Conslt., Inc, Tracey Deakin, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-17-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk N. Blaseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-17-28. March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0701 (03/13/2023)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as LA BOUCHERIE CHARCUTERIE, 3750 CA-46, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Amy L Parmeter (7040 Iverson Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amy L Parmeter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-20-23. 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. 03-20-28.
March 23, 30, April 6, & 13, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0703 (03/06/2018)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as ANVIL, 233 Surf St. Unit 20, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Richard R Wenz (233 Surf St. Unit 20, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Richard R Wenz. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-20-23.
I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-20-28.
March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0704
(06/21/2010)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as PLAYTIME DISCOVERIES, 7600 Morro Road #A, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Dorothy M Nelson (7600 Morro Road #A, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dorothy M Nelson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-20-23. 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. 03-20-28. March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0705
(03/20/2023)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as FRS FLOORS, 1441 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Enrique Ruben Ramos (1441 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Felix Concepcion Castillo (Rural Route 1 Box 415, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405), Santos Sarabia (3970 Broad Street, suite 7190, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ramos Enrique Ruben. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-20-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-20-28.
March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0706 (01/20/2022)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as GONZALEZ CLEANING RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL, 1152 Murray Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Gonzalez Family LLC (1152 Murray Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Gonzalez Family LLC, Aron Gonzalez Gonzalez, General Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-20-23. 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. 03-20-28. March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0710 (03/13/2023)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as PURCHASE REAL ESTATE, 1204 Nipomo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Barry Purchase (1204 Nipomo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Barry Purchase. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-2123. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-21-28. March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
On February 7, 2023, I, James W. Hamilton, San Luis Obispo County Tax Collector, was authorized by the Board of Supervisors of San Luis Obispo County, California, to conduct a Sealed Bid Sale of properties that have had delinquent taxes for five years or more, but are not usable due to their size, location or other conditions. The tax-defaulted properties listed below are subject to the Tax Collector’s Power to Sell. Owners of property that is contiguous to the listed properties qualify as eligible bidders. Notice of the Sealed Bid Sale has been given to the California State Controller.
I will publicly open the sealed bids submitted and sell the properties at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023, in the Board Chambers on the first floor of the County Government Center, at 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California. The properties will be sold to the highest bidder among the eligible bidders, for not less than the minimum bid as shown on this notice. The properties that are the subject of this notice are situated in San Luis Obispo County, California. The following is a list of properties that were approved by the Board of Supervisors for sale at this Sealed Bid Sale.
The right of redemption will cease at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Properties that are redeemed (taxes paid) by May 10, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. will not be sold. Properties not redeemed by that time will be offered for sale.
If a parcel is not sold at the Sealed Bid Sale, the right of redemption re-instates up until the close of business on the last day prior to the next scheduled sale.
If the properties are sold, parties of interest, as defined in California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 4675, have a right to file a claim with the County for any excess proceeds from the sale. Excess proceeds are the amount of the highest bid in excess of $150 after the liens and costs of the sale are paid from the sale price. Notice will be given to parties of interest, pursuant to law, if excess proceeds result from the sale. Additional information about the Sealed Bid Sale may be obtained by contacting the Redemption Division of the Tax Collector’s Office at 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-290, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93408, or by calling the Redemption Division at (805) 781-5836.
Assessment Numbering System Explanation
The assessment number refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, or the block on the map (if applicable), and to the individual parcel number on the map page or in the block.
The Assessor’s parcel maps and further explanation of the assessment numbering system are available in the Assessor’s Office, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-360, San Luis Obispo, California.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0714 (03/10/2021)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE, BIG BRAND, BIG BRAND TIRE, BIG BRAND TIRES, BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE CHATSWORTH, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT COMPLETE AUTO CARE, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT AUTO CARE EXPERTS, BBTS, 91 Cary St., Store 101, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. MAJCO LLC (14401 Princeton Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ MAJCO LLC, Laura K. Mollet, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-2123. hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-21-28.
April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0715 (12/03/2021)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE, BIG BRAND, BIG BRAND TIRE, BIG BRAND TIRES, BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE CHATSWORTH, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT COMPLETE AUTO CARE, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT AUTO CARE EXPERTS, BBTS, 101 Calle Propano, Store 1157, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. MAJCO LLC (14401 Princeton Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ MAJCO LLC, Laura K. Mollet, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)
Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-21-28.
April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2023
The San Luis Obispo City Council invites all interested persons to participate in a public meeting on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube Channel at http://youtube.slo.city. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to emailcouncil@slocity.org.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM:
• 2023-24 AND 2024-25 WATER RATE ADOPTION
A public hearing to consider adopting a Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, establishing Water Rates for Fiscal Years 2023-24 and 2024-25.”
On April 17, 2023, all property owners and customers of record will be mailed a notice of the proposed rate, including the amount, the basis for calculation, the reason for the rate, and a form to protest the proposed water rates, as required under Proposition 218. Signed protests must be received by the City Clerk, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo CA 93401, at or before the time of the protest hearing (June 6, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.).
For more information, please contact the City’s Utilities Department at (805) 781-7133 or by email at ub@slocity.org.
• 2023-24 AND 2024-25 SEWER RATE ADOPTION
A public hearing to consider adopting a Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, establishing Sewer Rates for Fiscal Years 2023-24 and 2024-25.”
On April 17, 2023, all property owners and customers of record will be mailed a notice of the proposed rate, including the amount, the basis for calculation, the reason for the rate, and a form to protest the proposed sewer rates, as required under Proposition 218. Signed protests must be received by the City Clerk, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo CA 93401, at or before the time of the protest hearing (June 6, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.).
For more information, please contact the City’s Utilities Department at (805) 781-7133 or by email at ub@slocity.org.
The City Council may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the items listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
Council Agenda Reports for this meeting will be available for review one week in advance of the meeting date on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web page: https://www.slocity.org/ government/mayor-and-city-council/agendas-andminutes. Please call the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 7817114 for more information. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http:// youtube.slo.city.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0716 (12/03/2021)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE, BIG BRAND, BIG BRAND TIRE, BIG BRAND TIRES, BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE CHATSWORTH, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT COMPLETE AUTO CARE, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT AUTO CARE EXPERTS, BBTS, 505 E Grand Ave., Store 1100, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. MAJCO LLC (14401 Princeton Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ MAJCO LLC, Laura K. Mollet, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.
(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-21-28.
April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-0718 (03/10/2021)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE, BIG BRAND, BIG BRAND TIRE, BIG BRAND TIRES, BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE CHATSWORTH, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT COMPLETE AUTO CARE, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT AUTO CARE EXPERTS, BBTS, 3595 S. Higuera St., Store 1013, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. MAJCO LLC (14401 Princeton Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ MAJCO LLC, Laura K. Mollet, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.
(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-21-28. April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2023
NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0719
(03/10/2021)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE, BIG BRAND, BIG BRAND TIRE, BIG BRAND TIRES, BIG BRAND TIRE & SERVICE CHATSWORTH, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT COMPLETE AUTO CARE, AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT AUTO CARE EXPERTS, BBTS, 8775 Plata Lane, Store 1016, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. MAJCO LLC (14401 Princeton Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ MAJCO LLC, Laura K. Mollet, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 03-21-28.
April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2023
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2023-0720
(03/20/2023)
New Filing
The following person is doing business as RIGHT PLACE RIGHT TIME PHOTO, 1339 Pismo Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Chantal Lapointe Blanchard (1339 Pismo Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chantal Lapointe Blanchard, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-21-23. 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. 03-21-28. March 30, April 6, 13, & 20, 2023
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF
TUESDAY, April 4, 2023 AT 9:00 AM
5 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
01. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 1 thru 27 Resolution (Res) Nos. 2023065 thru 2023-074, approved.
02. Public Comment Period – Items not on the agenda: J. Edwards, B. Jorgenson, J. Gustely, G. Grewal, L. Quinlan, M. Brown, L. Owen: speak. No action taken.
03. Res. 2023-075, Resolution acknowledging receipt of the CACC resolution of certification and accepting CACC’s suggested modifications for the County’s proposal to amend Title 23 relating to ADU’s, received and filed presentation, adopted. Presentation on County ADU plans and determination regarding effect of State ADU law, rec’d and filed.
04. Ordinance No. 3487, Rescinding Local Campaign Finance Contribution Limits, adopted.
05. Closed Session – Anticipated Litigation. Significant exposure to litigation - potential cases: 3. Initiation of litigation - potential cases: 3. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation: Existing Litigation (Formally initiated.): SLO County Citizens for Good Government, Inc., Gomez, Maruska, Villa v. County of Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors, San Luis Obispo County Superior Court, Case No. 22CVP-0007; and Application Filed by PG&E in the 2021 Nuclear Cost Triennial Proceeding (U39E A.21-12-007). Conference w/ labor negotiator re: employee organizations: SLOPA; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Management and Confidential Employees; SDSA; and UDWA. Conference with Real Property Negotiator re: the following Property Description: Four contiguous unimproved, real property parcels totaling approximately 8.18 acres, identified as APN 053-412-023, APN 053-412-024, APN 053-412-025, and APN 053-412-026, located on the North side of Farmhouse Lane, City of San Luis Obispo. Parties with Whom Negotiating: Dynamic Real Estate Partners, LLC, Damon Porter, parcel 023, .98 acres; Farmhouse Development LLC, Clint, Connie, Audrey, and Dalton Pearce, Phyllis Madonna, and Bill Frost, parcel 024, 2.55 acres; IDB Holdings, LLC, Brian Pritt, Luis Sarmiento, and Jerry Jordano, parcels 025 and 026, 4.65 acres. Instructions to County Negotiator: Price, Terms and Conditions. Personnel re: Public Employee Appointment for the Position of County Administrative Officer. Report Out. Open Session. Conference with legal counsel - PENDING LITIGATION (Government Code section 54956.9) re: the following items: Existing Litigation (Gov. Code, section 54956.9(a)). (Formally initiated.): (Friends of Oceano Dunes, Inc. v. California Department of Parks and Recreation, et al., San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Case No. 21CV-0275.
06. Presentation on impacts to community and DSS due to programmatic changes and the unwinding of Public Health emergency, rec’d and filed.
07. Res. No. 2023-076, Resolution approving affordable housing projects funded by HUD, Res. No 2023-077, Resolution approving 2023 affordable housing projects funded by PLHA, Res. No. 2023-078, Resolution approving 2023 affordable housing projects utilizing FY 2023-24 County GFS, approved.
MEETING ADJOURNED
I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California, on April 6, 2023.
/s/ James W. Hamilton, CPA, San Luis Obispo County Tax Collector
Published in New Times on April 6, April 13, and April 20, 2023
Teresa Purrington City Clerk City of San Luis Obispo
April 13, 2023
For more details, view the meeting videos at: https://www.slocounty. ca.gov/Departments/Administrative-Office/Clerk-of-the-Board/ Clerk-of-the-Board-Services/Board-of-Supervisors-Meetings-andAgendas.aspx
Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
April 13, 2023
By: Mei-Lin Gee, Deputy Clerk
The City of San Luis Obispo’s Zoning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing at 2:30 p.m. or later on Monday, April 24, 2023, in Conference Room 1, at 919 Palm Street, to consider the following:
1. 805 Aerovista Place, Suite 106. USE-01192023; Review of a minor use permit to establish a dental office in the Business Park (BP-SP) zone within the Airport Area Specific Plan. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); BP-SP Zone; Jerry Yu, applicant. (Graham Bultema)
PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on this public hearing item may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing.
April 13, 2023
The San Luis Obispo Construction Board of Appeals will hold a Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. via in person, Council Hearing Room 990 Palm St. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org.1.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS:
4080 Horizon: Continued Appeal of Administrative Citation for Unpermitted Retaining Wall, Unpermitted Storage Container Building, Prohibited Activities in Creek, Creek Setback Dimensions: Ferris Richard & Sharliss Trust owner, Warren Ferris appellant.
Contact Information: John Mezzapesa – jmezzapesa@slocity.org
805-781-7179
The Construction Board of Appeals may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Construction Board of Appeals at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The report(s) will be available for review in the Community Development Office and online in advance of the meeting at https:// www.slocity.org/government/advisory-bodies/agendas-andminutes/construction-board-of-appeals. Please call 805-781-7180 for more information, or to request an agenda report.
April 13, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the Morro Bay Veterans Hall, 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, at 5:30 p.m. or soon thereafter, to consider the following:
1. Adoption of a resolution amending the schedule of fees and charges for City services for Fiscal Year 2023/24.
Interested individuals are invited to be present and will be given an opportunity to speak on the item. Written comments are also accepted by the City Clerk via email at cityclerk@morrobayca.gov or by mail prior to the meeting at 595 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442 and will be distributed to the City Council.
A proposed fee schedule can be viewed on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and is available upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Finance Department at (805) 772-6201.
/s/ Dana Swanson City Clerk
PRE-QUALIFICATION QUESTIONNAIRE for CULTURAL ARTS DISTRICT
PARKING STRUCTURE
SPEC. NO. 90435
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo will receive PRE-QUALIFICATION QUESTIONNAIRE SUBMITTALS for the “CULTURAL ARTS DISTRICT PARKING STRUCTURE, Spec. No. 90435” at the Public Works Administration Office located at 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 until, THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2023, at 3:00 P.M.
Submittals received after said time will not be considered. Packages shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “CONFIDENTIAL” with the project title, contractor name, address, and specification number.
The Contractor must possess a valid Class B Contractor’s License at the time of the project.
Download FREE at the City’s website: www.SloCity.org –Pre-Qualification Questionnaire under Bids & Proposals Questions may be addressed to Brian Nelson, at 805-7817113 or bnelson@slocity.org.
On February 7, 2023, I, James W. Hamilton, San Luis Obispo County Tax Collector, was authorized by the Board of Supervisors of San Luis Obispo County, California, to conduct an Internet Public Auction of properties that have had delinquent taxes for five years or more. The tax-defaulted properties listed below are subject to the Tax Collector’s Power to Sell. Notice of the Internet Public Auction has been given to the California State Controller.
The Internet Public Auction will commence at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, May 12, 2023, and will continue until approximately 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 15, 2023. The sale will be held through the Tax Collector’s website at: www.slocountytax.org, at “Internet Public Auction.” For bidders without access to the Internet, a computer will be available in the Tax Collector’s Office at 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-290, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California, during regular business hours. Public access to computers is also available in the County Public Library at 995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California.
The properties will be sold to the highest bidder for cash in lawful money of the United States (payable at close of the Internet Auction on May 15, 2023), for not less than the minimum bid as shown on this notice. Cashier’s checks and electronic fund transfers will be accepted for payment. Bidder registration will be through Bid4Assets, which is accessible through the Tax Collector’s website.
The right of redemption (paying the prior year taxes) will cease at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023, or when the first bid is received on a subject property, whichever is later. Properties that are not redeemed prior to 5:00 p.m. on May 11, 2023, will be offered for sale. If a property is not sold at the Internet Public Auction, the right of redemption re-instates up until the close of business on the last day prior to the next scheduled sale.
If the properties are sold, parties of interest, as defined in California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 4675, have a right to file a claim with the County for any excess proceeds from the sale. Excess proceeds are the amount of the highest bid in excess of $150 after the liens and costs of the sale are paid from the sale price. Notice will be given to parties of interest, pursuant to law, if excess proceeds result from the sale.
Additional information about the Internet Public Auction may be obtained by contacting the Redemption Division of the Tax Collector’s Office at 1055 Monterey St., Room D-290, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93408, or by calling the Redemption Division at (805) 781-5836. The properties listed in this notice are situated in San Luis Obispo County, California. The Internet Public Auction sale of the properties was approved by the Board of Supervisors. The list of properties approved for sale is also posted on the Tax Collector’s website, which will be updated weekly.
Assessment Numbering System Explanation
The assessment number, when used to describe properties in this list, refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, or the block on the map (if applicable), and to the individual parcel number on the map page or in the block. The properties that have an assessment number beginning with “902” are timeshare intervals. A “timeshare” is a right to use a specified unit for a specified time during the calendar year. The timeshare intervals to be sold in the Internet Public Auction are for units located at the San Luis Bay Inn, at Avila Beach in the County of San Luis Obispo, California. The Assessor’s parcel maps and further explanation of the assessment numbering system are available in the Assessor’s Office, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-360, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California or online at http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Assessor/ Services/Assessment-Maps.aspx.
Dated: April 11, 2023
Date Published: April 13, 2023 and April 20, 2023
Notice is hereby given that the San Luis Coastal Unified School District acting by and through its Board of Education will receive proposals up to, but not later than 2:00:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 2023, for Bid #309-San Luis High School Athletics Storage Building Project.
A mandatory pre-bid informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 9:00:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the San Luis High School Track and Field, 1499 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Parking will be available on the street of San Luis Drive at the Track, gates will be open. Failure to attend will render the bid non-responsive and subject to rejection by the District.
Proposals shall be received in the Facilities Office, San Luis Coastal Unified, 937 Southwood Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Questions regarding Bid #309 may be directed in writing only to the Facilities Analyst, Kelly Lee, at klee@slcusd.org, and must be submitted no later than 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 20, 2023.
Project documents are available at the San Luis Coastal Online Planroom at www.asapreprographics.com.
The District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, or accept or reject any one or more items of a proposal, or to waive any irregularities or informalities in the proposals.
Kelly Lee, Facilities Analyst San Luis Coastal Unified School District April 13 & 20, 2023
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
April 13, 2023
ORDINANCE
NO. 1726 (2023 SERIES)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCORPORATE A DOWNTOWN FLEXIBLE DENSITY PROGRAM FOR QUALIFYING RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS. PROJECT IS CONSISTENT WITH THE PREVIOUS MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE 2018 COMPREHENSIVE ZONING REGULATIONS UPDATE (DOWNTOWN FLEXIBLE DENSITY PROGRAM, CODE-0017-2023)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of March 21, 2023, introduced the above titled ordinance upon a motion by Council Member Shoresman, second by Mayor Stewart, and on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Member Francis, Pease, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Marx, and Mayor Stewart
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California, on April 6, 2023.
/s/ James W. Hamilton, CPA, San Luis Obispo County Tax Collector
Published in New Times on April 6, April 13, and April 20, 2023
WHO
County of San Luis Obispo Subdivision Review Board
WHEN
Monday, May 1, 2023 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.
WHAT
A request by Steve and Julie Souza for a Tentative Parcel Map (N-SUB2023-00012 / CO 23-0007) to subdivide a 469.74-acre parcel into two parcels of 17.67 acres and 452.07 acres for the purpose of sale and/or development. The proposed project will result in the disturbance of approximately 0.35 acres of a 469.74-acre parcel. There are currently three land use designations for the site: Agriculture, Rural Lands, and Residential Rural. Proposed Parcel 1 would contain 17.67 acres zoned Residential Rural. The proposed Remainder Parcel would contain approximately 300 acres zoned Agriculture and approximately 152 acres zoned Rural Lands. The project proposes a new development building envelope of approximately 0.35 acres on Parcel 1. The subdivision is required to make roadway improvements in the right-of-way along Tassajara Creek Road and will be required to construct the private access road to Cal Fire Standards with additional easement width as necessary to contain all elements of the roadway prism. The proposed project is located at 8475 Tassajara Creek Road, approximately one mile west of the intersection between Tassajara Creek Road and Highway 101. The site is approximately two miles west of the community of Santa Margarita and is within the Salinas River Sub-area of the North County Planning Area.
Also to be considered is that the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared and issued under ED 20-075 for the previously reviewed project (SUB2019-00019 / CO 18-0072 / Souza is still adequate. Mitigation measures were proposed to address Biological Resources and are included as conditions of approval. No new potential environmental impacts are anticipated; therefore, no new environmental determination is necessary.
County File Number: N-SUB2023-00012
Supervisorial District: District 5
Assessor Parcel Number(s): 070-093-018
Date Accepted: 04/05/2023
WHERE
The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, 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 meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org You may also contact Michael Pero, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5096.
If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised af the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.
Ysabel Eighmy, Secretary Subdivision Review Board April 13, 2023
Ordinance No. 1726 (2023 Series): This is a City Ordinance to amend the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) to implement Housing Element Program 2.15 and Policy 6.6 to provide for the Downtown Flexible Density Program. The main goal of the program is to help address the local housing demand by facilitating higher density residential infill development in the downtown area near employment centers, incentivizing smaller units, and diversifying the City’s housing stock. The Program will be in effect until January 1, 2029, or until 500 residential units have been approved for construction in the downtown core (whichever occurs first.)
A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the April 18, 2023 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7114 for more information.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of April 18, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http://youtube.slo.city.
Teresa Purrington City Clerk
April 13, 2023
PROPOSED ORDINANCES AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY CODE, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 2.60 SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICTS
WHO: Public hearing will be held by the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors.
WHEN: The hearing will be held on April 18, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. To determine any temporary meeting procedures on a specific agenda, go to the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov on the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date.
WHERE: The Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES: The Board shall consider the adoption of one of three previously introduced proposed ordinances amending Chapter 2.60 to Title 2 – Administration and Personnel of the San Luis Obispo County Code. The proposed ordinances would codify and/or establish new supervisorial district boundaries summarized as follows.
1. Ordinance Plan A – Status Quo. The County’s current districts have a total population deviation of 9.3%, therefore the County is not required to redraw district lines in order to avoid a presumption of an equal protection violation. Plan A essentially preserves the existing supervisorial districts, with minor adjustments to account for updated Census block boundaries.
2. Ordinance Plan B – Cal Poly COI. Plan B works from existing supervisorial districts, with adjustments to account for updated Census block boundaries, and includes the entire campus of Cal Poly within one District (District 2) in response to public comment and makes other changes to balance populations and to provide ease in determining legal metes and bounds in Districts 3 and 4.
3. Ordinance Map ID 75760, titled “Chamber Map” and submitted by the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce keeps the cores of current districts largely intact, making some changes. District 1 includes the northeast portion of the county, including the communities of Oak Shores, Lake Nacimiento, San Miguel, Paso Robles, Whitley Gardens, and Templeton. District 2 is the northern coastal district and includes the coastal communities of San Simeon, Cambria, Cayucos, Morro Bay and Los Osos. It also includes a western portion of Atascadero and an eastern portion of the City of San Luis Obispo. District 3 includes a portion of the City of San Luis Obispo (the southeastern portion), Avila Beach, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, and Los Ranchos. District 4 is the southern coast district and includes the communities of Oceano, Arroyo Grande, Los Berros, Callender, Blacklake, Woodlands, and Nipomo; it also includes much of the southeastern unincorporated portion of the county. District 5 is the northeastern district within the county and includes Cal Poly and a northern portion of the City of San Luis Obispo. It also includes the eastern portion of the City of Atascadero, much of the unincorporated part of the county and includes the communities of Santa Margarita, Garden Farms, Creston, and Shandon.
WHAT’S AVAILABLE: You can review a copy of the proposed ordinances on the County’s website or request a copy at the Office of the County Clerk of the Board on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets at 1055 Monterey Street, in San Luis Obispo between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. The proposed ordinance was introduced to the public at the April 4th meeting of the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors as item No. 6 (available at www.slocounty.ca.gov/bos/BOSagenda.htm.).
WHERE YOU COME IN: At the hearing any interested person may express their views for or against, or to change the ordinance. Public comment will be taken in the afternoon session beginning at 1:30 p.m. and NOT at public comment during the Board’s morning session. Also, 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 or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.
Date: April 6, 2023
WADE HORTON, EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
By: /s/ Niki Martin, Deputy Clerk
The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at http://youtube.slo.city Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@ slocity.org.
CONSENT ITEMS:
• Review of a General Plan Conformity Report for the Capital Improvement Plan of the 2023-25 Financial Plan. The project is exempt from Environmental Review under the General Rule (CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3)); Project Address: Citywide; Case #: GENP0174-2023; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant.
Contact Information: Greg Cleary – (805) 781-7255 –gcleary@slocity.org
• Review of a General Plan Conformity Report for the acquisition of property by the County of San Luis Obispo for future Airport facility use. The project is exempt from Environmental Review under the General Rule exemption (CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b) (3)); Project Address: 1130 Farmhouse Ln. and 1138 Farmhouse Ln. Case #: GENP-0142-2023 Zone: C-S-SP; County of San Luis Obispo, applicant.
Contact Information: Alex Fuchs – (805) 783-7877 –afuchs@slocity.org
The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.
Report(s) are typically available six days in advance of the meeting and can be viewed on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web page: https://www.slocity.org/ government/mayor-and-city-council/agendas-and-minutes. Please call The Community Development Department at (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http://youtube.slo.city.
April 13, 2023
Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City.
1. 862 Aerovista Pl. ARCH-0133-2023; Review of a Sign Program for a new commercial office development (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); BP-SP Zone; 892 Aerovista LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)
2. 600 Tank Farm Rd. DIR-0050-2023; Review of a request to reduce the required street setback by 20% along the northeast corner of the Tank Farm and Santa Fe Roundabout. A 280-unit mixed use development was previously approved with a 16-foot front setback. Due to changes in the final engineering design of the roundabout to accommodate design speeds, the roundabout will be shifted closer to the project site, thereby reducing the setback to the building to 12.8 feet. (Categorically exempt from environmental review); C-SSP Zone; Matt Ortman, applicant. (Callie Taylor)
3. 351 San Miguel Aver. HOME-0143-2023; Review of a homestay rental application to allow short-term rental (such as AirBNB) of an owner-occupied single-family residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review.; R-1 Zone; Michael Hodge, applicant. (Graham Bultema)
4. 859 Vista Del Arroyo. HOME-0147-2023; Review of a homestay rental application to allow short-term rental (such as AirBNB) of an owner-occupied single-family residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review; R-1 Zone; Tonya Leonard, applicant. (Graham Bultema)
5. 1381 Calle Joaquin. DIR-0173-2023; Request to perform work for 1 night between April 25, 2023 and May 5, 2023 from the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a concrete slab pour for the Tesla Dealership development project; C-T-SF Zone; J. W. Design & Construction Inc., applicant. (Graham Bultema)
The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than April 24, 2023.
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
April 13, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, for the following purpose:
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA:
A. Address: 2539 Spyglass Drive, Spyglass Park
Applicant: City of Pismo Beach
Project No.: P23-000017
Description: Continued hearing for a request for a Coastal Development Permit to establish a dog park use at Spyglass Park and Categorical Exemption No. 2023-011. The project is within the Coastal Zone and is appealable to the Coastal Commission.
APNs 010-051-001, -002.
B. Address: 3990 Shell Beach Road
Applicant: Andrew Grow
Project No.: P22-000004
Description: Continued hearing of a request for a Coastal Development Permit and Variance to develop a rainwater collection and retention system for an existing residence. The project is within the Coastal Zone and is not appealable to the Coastal Commission.
APN 010-154-037.
Environmental Review
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), it has been determined that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines regarding new accessory (appurtenant) structures.
C. Address: 601 Cypress Street
Applicant: SCM Pismo Pier Partners, LLC
Project No.: P22-000090
Description: Request for a Coastal Development Permit and Architectural Review Permit for modifications to the rooftop pool area including replacement of existing wood railing with glass and stainless-steel guard railing, addition of two pergolas, removal of an existing spa, and modifications to dining and waiting areas. Categorical Exemption No. 2023-012. The project is within the Coastal Zone and is appealable to the Coastal Commission.
APN 005-201-025.
Environmental Review
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), it has been determined that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301(a) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding minor additions to an existing structure.
D. Address: Citywide
Applicant: City of Pismo Beach
Project No.: P23-000001
Description: Ordinances effectuating a Local Coastal Program Amendment modifying Chapter 17.113 of Title 17 (1983 Coastal Zoning Code) and modifying Chapter 17.09 of Title 17 (1998 Non-Coastal Zoning Code) of the Pismo Beach Municipal Code regulating short-term rentals within the City.
Environmental Review
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), it has been determined that the project is exempt pursuant to Section 15060(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines for projects where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.
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, April 21, 2023.
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 805-773-7005 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name and identify your item of interest. Oral comment may also be made during the meeting, 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 the Planning Division at planning@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 Lindsay Christiansen, Community Development Department Administrative Secretary, at lchristiansen@pismobeach.org or 805-773-4658
Lindsay Christiansen Administrative SecretaryApril 13, 2023
Regarding Alterations to Golden State Finance Authority (formerly California Home Finance Authority) Community Facilities District No. 2014-1 (Clean Energy)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2023
9:00 a.m.
1215 K Street, Suite 1650 Sacramento, CA 95814
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 8, 2023, the Board of Directors of the Golden State Finance Authority (“GSFA”) adopted Resolution No. 23-05, (the “Resolution”) scheduling a public hearing to consider altering its Community Facilities District No. 2014-1 (Clean Energy) (the “District”) to revise the proposed financing arrangements, authorize the financing of seismic safety improvements and wildfire safety improvements, and make various administrative changes, and all other matters set forth in that resolution.
The District was established in 2014 in accordance with section 53328.1 of the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (Government Code section 53311 et seq.), as amended (the “Act”). The purpose of the District is to levy a special tax to finance the acquisition, installation, and improvement of certain improvements permanently affixed to or on real property and in buildings, with the unanimous approval of the property owner or owners. The territory of the District, to wit, the territory proposed for annexation to the District in accordance with Section 53328.1, includes (1) any unincorporated land within those counties that are now or in the future either full members or associate members of GSFA and consent to the annexation of properties within their jurisdiction to the District and (2) any incorporated land within those cities that are now or in the future either full members or associate members of GSFA and consent to the annexation of properties within their jurisdictions to the District.
By adopting the Resolution, the Board of Directors has determined that the public convenience and necessity require alterations to the District, including revisions to the arrangements for financing the District to allow for the participation of multiple program administrators using a streamlined financing process; addition of seismic safety improvements and wildfire safety improvements to the types of authorized public facilities or services which may be financed by the District; and various administrative changes and updates.
A public hearing to consider these proposed changes will be held by the Board at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, in the regular meeting place of the Board of GSFA, 1215 K Street, Suite 1650, Sacramento, California 95814, or as soon thereafter as the Board may reach the matter. In addition, it is expected that the public hearing will be continued to 8:30 a.m. on Friday, May 12, 2023, at 999 Yosemite Drive, Chico, California 95928. Members of the public can watch, listen or participate remotely using the methods prescribed in an agenda to be made available in advance of each public hearing described immediately above at https://www.gsfahome.org/about/publicrecords.shtml.
This Notice briefly summarizes the Resolution. You should read the Resolution itself for the definitive description of the District’s financing program, including a description of the costs and the improvements that are authorized for this method of financing. The Resolution can be found at https://legistarweb-production. s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/attachment/pdf/1822117/ SB_555_PACE_Program_Revisions_ATTACH_1.pdf. A copy of Resolution No. 23-05 also may be reviewed or obtained at the office of the Secretary of GSFA, 1215 K Street, Suite 1650, Sacramento, California.
As provided in the Act, the Board must hold a public hearing before the Board may make these proposed alterations to the District. This is the notice of the public hearing
At the public hearing, any persons interested, including all taxpayers, property owners, and registered voters, may appear and be heard, and the oral or written testimony of all interested persons or taxpayers for or against the proposed alterations or any other matters contained in the Resolution will be heard and considered. Any protests to the proposal may be made orally or in writing by any interested persons, except that any protests pertaining to the regularity or sufficiency of the proceedings must be in writing and must clearly set forth the irregularities and defects to which objection is made. The Board may waive any irregularities in the form or content of any written protest and, at the public hearing, may correct minor defects in the proceedings. All written protests not presented in person at the public hearing must be filed with the Secretary of the Board at or before the time fixed for the public hearing in order to be received and considered. Any written protest may be withdrawn in writing at any time before the conclusion of the public hearing.
After the conclusion of the public hearing, if written protests against one or more of the proposed changes have been filed and not withdrawn by 50% or more of the registered voters residing and registered within the territory of the District, or if written protests against one or more of the proposed changes have been filed and not withdrawn by the owners of onehalf or more of the land area that is within the territory of the District and not exempt from the special tax, then such change or changes shall be eliminated from the resolution ordering changes and such change or changes shall not be included in a resolution for a period of one year from the date of the Board of Directors’ determination that a majority protest exists.
At the conclusion of the public hearing, the Board of Directors may abandon these proceedings or may, after passing upon all protests, determine to proceed with the changes set forth in this resolution. If the Board determines to proceed with the changes, then the election procedure shall be combined with any other elections required by law, and will consist of the execution of Unanimous Approval Agreements as provided in Sections 53328.1, 53329.6 and 53355.5 of the Government Code.
The GSFA Executive Director or such officer’s designee (the “Executive Director”) has studied the proposed changes and will provide, at or before the time of the public hearing, a report describing the following: A list of Authorized Improvements; a representative listing of incidental expenses; a recommended form of Unanimous Approval Agreement; recommendations for appropriate procedures and criteria for processing and evaluating applications for participation and annexation to the CFD from the owners of property within the territory of the CFD; recommended forms for properties to annex to the CFD; and an estimate of the related incidental expenses – all in accordance with the Resolution. The report will be available for inspection by the public and will become a part of the record of the public hearing. Questions should be directed to Craig Ferguson, Deputy Director, GSFA, whose telephone number is (916) 447-4806.
DATED: April 13, 2023
/s/ Craig Ferguson, Secretary Golden State Finance Authority
Homework: What’s your favorite lie or deception?
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(March 21-April 19): I hope that in the coming weeks, you will keep your mind bubbling with zesty mysteries. I hope you’ll exult in the thrill of riddles that are beyond your current power to solve. If you cultivate an appreciation of uncanny uncertainties, life will soon begin bringing you uncanny certainties. Do you understand the connection between open-hearted curiosity and fertile rewards? Don’t merely tolerate the enigmas you are immersed in—love them!
(April 20-May 20): An old sadness is ripening into practical wisdom. A confusing loss is about to yield a clear revelation you can use to improve your life. In mysterious ways, a broken heart you suffered in the past may become a wild card that inspires you to deepen and expand your love. Wow and hallelujah, Taurus! I’m amazed at the turnarounds that are in the works for you. Sometime in the coming weeks, what wounded you once upon a time will lead to a vibrant healing. Wonderful surprise!
(May 21-June 20): What is the true and proper symbol for your sign, Gemini? Twins standing shoulder to shoulder as they gaze out on the world with curiosity? Or two lovers embracing each other with mischievous adoration in their eyes? Both scenarios can accurately represent your energy, depending on your mood and the phase you’re in. In the coming weeks, I advise you to draw on the potency of both. You will be wise to coordinate the different sides of your personality in pursuit of a goal that interests them all. And you will also place yourself in harmonious alignment with cosmic rhythms as you harness your passionate urge to merge in a good cause.
(June 21-July 22): Some scientists speculate that more people suffer from allergies than ever before because civilization has over-sanitized the world. The fetish for scouring away germs and dirt means that our immune systems don’t get enough practice in fending off interlopers. In a sense, they are “bored” because they have too little to do. That’s why they fight stuff that’s not a threat, like tree pollens and animal dander. Hence, we develop allergies to harmless substances. I hope you will apply this lesson as a metaphor in the coming weeks, fellow Cancerian. Be sure the psychological component of your immune system isn’t warding off the wrong people and things. It’s healthy for you to be protective, but not hyper-over-protective in ways that shut out useful influences.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22): One night in 1989, Leo evolutionary biologist Margie Profet went to sleep and had a dream that revealed to her new information about the nature of menstruation. The dream scene was a cartoon of a woman’s reproductive system. It showed little triangles being carried away by the shed menstrual blood. Eureka! As Profet lay in bed in the dark, she intuited a theory that no scientist had ever guessed: that the sloughed-off uterine lining had the key function of eliminating pathogens, represented by the triangles. In subsequent years, she did research to test her idea, supported by studies with electron microscopes. Now her theory is regarded as fact. I predict that many of you Leos will soon receive comparable benefits. Practical guidance will be available in your dreams and twilight awareness and altered states. Pay close attention!
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You don’t know what is invisible to you. The truths that are out of your reach may as well be hiding. The secret agendas you are not aware of are indeed secret. That’s the notso-good news, Virgo. The excellent news is that you now have the power to uncover the rest of the story, at least some of it. You will be able to penetrate below the surface and find buried riches. You will dig up missing information whose absence has prevented you from understanding what has been transpiring. There may be a surprise or two ahead, but they will ultimately be agents of healing.
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Visionary philosopher Buckminster Fuller referred to pollution as a potential resource we have not yet figured out how to harvest. A company called Algae Systems does exactly that. It uses wastewater to grow algae that scrub carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and yield carbon-negative biofuels. Can we invoke this approach as a metaphor that’s useful to you?
Let’s dream up examples. Suppose you’re a creative artist. You could be inspired by your difficult emotions to compose a great song, story, painting, or dance. Or if you’re a lover who is in pain, you could harness your suffering to free yourself of a bad old habit or ensure that an unpleasant history doesn’t repeat itself. Your homework, Libra, is to figure out how to take advantage of a “pollutant” or two in your world.
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Soon you will graduate from your bumpy lessons and enter a smoother, silkier phase. You will find refuge from the naysayers as you create a liberated new power spot for yourself. In anticipation of this welcome transition, I offer this motivational exhortation from poet Gwendolyn Brooks: “Say to them, say to the down-keepers, the sun-slappers, the self-soilers, the harmonyhushers, ‘Even if you are not ready for day, it cannot always be night.’” I believe you are finished with your worthwhile but ponderous struggles, Scorpio. Get ready for an excursion toward luminous grace.
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I periodically seek the counsel of a Sagittarian psychic. She’s half-feral and sometimes speaks in riddles. She tells me she occasionally converses by phone with a person she calls “the ex-Prime Minister of Narnia.” I confided in her that lately it has been a challenge for me to keep up with you Sagittarians because you have been expanding beyond the reach of my concepts. She gave me a pronouncement that felt vaguely helpful, though it was also a bit over my head: “The Archer may be quite luxuriously curious and furiously hilarious; studiously lascivious and victoriously delirious; salubriously industrious but never lugubriously laborious.” Here’s how I interpret that: Right now, pretty much anything is possible if you embrace unpredictability.
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “I’m not insane,” says Capricorn actor Jared Leto. “I’m voluntarily indifferent to conventional rationality.” That attitude might serve you well in the coming weeks. You could wield it to break open opportunities that were previously closed due to excess caution. I suspect you’re beginning a fun phase of selfdiscovery when you will learn a lot about yourself. As you do, I hope you will experiment with being at least somewhat indifferent to conventional rationality. Be willing to be surprised. Be receptive to changing your mind about yourself.
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): People of all genders feel urges to embellish their native beauty with cosmetic enhancements. I myself haven’t done so, but I cheer on those who use their flesh for artistic experiments. At the same time, I am also a big fan of us loving ourselves exactly as we are. And I’m hoping that in the coming weeks, you will emphasize the latter over the former. I urge you to indulge in an intense period of maximum self-appreciation. Tell yourself daily how gorgeous and brilliant you are. Tell others, too! Cultivate a glowing pride in the gifts you offer the world. If anyone complains, tell them you’re doing the homework your astrologer gave you.
(Feb. 19-March 20): I encourage you to amplify the message you have been trying to deliver. If there has been any shyness or timidity in your demeanor, purge it. If you have been less than forthright in speaking the whole truth and nothing but the truth, boost your clarity and frankness. Is there anything you could do to help your audience be more receptive? Any tenderness you could express to stimulate their willingness and ability to see you truly? ∆
