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he future of a couple of state-funded artsoriented programs hangs in the balance, impacting arts councils in counties across California, including SLO County Arts. Proposed changes could spell the end to local initiatives such as the Equality MURALS FOR ALL SLO County Arts’ Equality Mural Project. Art advocates Mural Project helped make Brandy Pippin’s Nature are lobbying the California is for Everyone mural in Arts Council to find another Atascadero possible. The funding that initiated way to make state arts funding state the Equality Mural Project and other SLO County Arts available to groups and artists programs is in limbo. that haven’t traditionally been able to access it, rather than pulling funding from arts organizations that depend on it. Staff Writer Adrian Vincent Rosas speaks with art advocates about the issue [8]. Also this week, the resistance to Central Coast Blue in Grover Beach [9], an exhibit inspired by hair [24], and Azteca Market in Atascadero [30].

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Supervisors fire interim chief administrator for improper conduct toward women

ith a month left to close out the year, San Luis Obispo County is on its third top administrator of 2023. The county Board of Supervisors terminated the contract for interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) John Nilon on Nov. 17, according to a county press release. Supervisors met in closed session that day to review an investigation of Nilon’s alleged improper conduct toward women. They unanimously found that his alleged actions violated the county’s discrimination and harassment policy. Second District Supervisor Bruce Gibson told New Times that the decision to terminate Nilon’s contract was straightforward with no disagreements involved. “The allegations had largely to do with the substance and style of his communications with a number of women both inside and outside the organization,” Gibson said. In the news release, 1st District Supervisor John Peschong said it was mandatory to adhere to county policy. “The county is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and professionalism,” Peschong’s statement read. “We expect all employees to adhere to the policy and expect our CAO to exhibit the best judgement when dealing with employees in the workplace.” Assistant CAO Rebecca Campbell replaced Nilon as the acting CAO while the county is poised to start a recruitment process for a permanent administrative leader. Nilon assumed the role of interim CAO this May after his predecessor, Wade Horton, resigned during a closed session meeting with the Board of Supervisors. Starting May 2, Nilon received a compensation of $11,576 biweekly, which is the highest step of the salary schedule. After three months of employment, his contract automatically renewed every 30 days. Cambria resident Nilon was a seasoned top

FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY official. He spent the last eight years of his 32-year career in Kern County as the CAO where he was credited with slimming down the budget—even criticizing the expenses of the local Sheriff’s and District Attorney’s offices in the process. He retired in 2016. He attempted to implement a similar financial streamlining for SLO County this July through a program called Lean Six Sigma that aimed to reduce operational waste and taxpayer expenses. Nilon referenced Lean Six Sigma in a statement posted on his LinkedIn page on Nov. 17 while explaining that his tenure in SLO County ended with a resignation. “Today, the Board of SHORTENED TIME Former interim Chief Administrative Officer John Nilon Supervisors would like you called the supervisors’ decision to fire him “ridiculous” since he already submitted to believe that I am being his resignation prior to that. terminated for cause,” comment by press time. his post read. “First, it is The county press release added that the ridiculous to terminate someone who has already investigation into Nilon’s conduct and his resigned. Second, two CAOs and one Homeless subsequent termination are unrelated to the case Division Director have resigned within the last six of an unnamed employee who allegedly misused months; somebody should connect the dots.” official funds for personal purchases. The CAO’s The former CAO claimed he submitted his office detailed in a Nov. 14 statement that the DA’s resignation on Nov. 15. According to Tribune Office served that employee a search warrant at reporting, County Counsel Rita Neal confirmed their home and workplace, adding that they were his resignation submission but added that Nilon’s placed on administrative leave. ∆ contract required him to work for another 30 days. Neal didn’t respond to New Times’ request for —Bulbul Rajagopal

Groundwater water recharge project brings learning opportunities to Oceano Elementary School

then we’re paying for all the improvements,” he said. “The overall project with design, construction, management, and administration comes to about $2 million.” OCSD received a $1.2 million grant from the state Water Resources Control Board and is receiving a 5 percent match to help cover the cost of the project, Clemens said. “We will be providing a match from our water fund of $100,000, while also putting in some trees along 19th Street and Paso Robles Street,” he said. “So there will also be 12 new street trees added as part of the project.” While construction will take place during school hours, Andy Stenson, executive director of facilities, maintenance, and operations for the Lucia Mar School District, said some regulations will be in place. “[Construction workers] are going to have separate access, by cutting a new entrance into the fence so their construction zone is completely cut off from student access,” Stenson said. “They’re not walking across campus, they’re not using campus restrooms, and they’ve created their own little space of operation so there’s good separation between the workers and the students and staff.” Stenson said that construction is estimated to be

The Oceano Community Services District (OCSD) and Lucia Mar Unified School District teamed up for a construction project that aims to help recharge the Santa Maria Valley Groundwater Basin and reduce flooding. Will Clemens, OCSD general manager, said that the stormwater capture and groundwater recharge project is crucial for environmental and safety reasons because once the project is completed, flooding won’t overwhelm Oceano’s streets and residents. “This [project] will capture drainage from about 11 1/2 acres that flows down 19th Street next to the school,” Clemens said. “It’ll then be diverted into an infiltration basin, which will then allow the water to recharge the groundwater basin rather than running down the street and eventually into the creek and ocean.” Clemens said that construction for the project located beneath Oceano Elementary School’s field began on Nov. 13. “[Lucia Mar] is providing us the property, and

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done by February, hoping that winter storms don’t push the completion date back. “Anytime you get significant rains, it can create some construction delays, and sometimes crews have to pull off the site for a little while until things dry out, especially projects like this one where there’s a lot of earthwork,” he said. “Hopefully, with a little bit of luck, they’ll get most of the critical path elements done before we get any big rains.” Clemens said an exciting part of this project is that Oceano Elementary students will get the opportunity to learn about the benefits of the project while it’s getting built. “There’s a portion of the grant, maybe around $5,000 to $10,000, that will be used to prepare an educational curriculum where students at the school will learn about stormwater and stormwater pollution,” Clemens said. “It’s a nice partnership where the students get to actually see what’s being constructed at their school and how it benefits the environment.” The learning experience, Stenson said, gives students an opportunity to get hands-on education about environmental changes that will benefit their community for years. “There’s multiple benefits, one being reducing NEWS continued page 6

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runoff onto Highway 1 but also just recharging the aquifer and decreasing the amount of water that actually runs off into the ocean,” Stenson said. “Pulling it back and putting it into the groundwater is always a good thing.” —Samantha Herrera

San Miguel water rate change proposal tabled a second time

For the second time in three months, the citizens of San Miguel will have to wait to see whether their water rates increase because the Community Services District (CSD) tabled the discussion at its Nov. 16 board meeting. “This is happening in part because of inflation, and in part because the district wanted to find a way to design a better utility rate structure,” Anthony Kalvans said. “The proposed structure would eliminate tiered water rates and focus on tying water bills to actual usage.” Kalvans, who serves on the CSD’s board and spoke to New Times on behalf of himself, said the proposed water rate change has been in the works for the last few months as the district looks at ways to fund its infrastructure. San Miguel’s current water rates are tiered, with larger properties paying an automatically higher base amount than smaller properties. The proposed changes, according to Kalvans, would effectively restructure how the system works. “This is more of rate reform,” he said. “This new rate form will help people who were using less than the base amount [pay less].” The reform—which would be the first rate change San Miguel has made since 2018— would occur over five years, and according to Kalvans, would likely decrease the overall water bill for some residents. “Staff did an analysis and determined that roughly 30 percent of the town will see an immediate rate decrease,” he said. “Others will see a rate decrease in the summer as they will no longer be penalized for filling up a pool for their family or growing vegetables in their garden.” However, some residents and board members have taken issue with potential change, as their properties would actually see an increase in bills with the rate reform getting rid of the tiered system. Properties that use large amounts of water would get charged more for it than they currently do. Those parties made their voices heard, according to the Nov. 16 staff report during the Proposition 218 public input period. The state rule requires that any proposed utility rate changes be put out to the public for protest before adoption. If written protests are received from more than 50 percent of affected properties, the rate changes can’t be adopted by the board. San Miguel CSD started the rate change process over the summer, according to the Nov. 16 staff report. The written protests were counted and brought to the district’s September meeting, but the board delayed making a decision because it questioned the validity of some the protests, even though there weren’t enough to prevent the CSD from moving forward with the proposed changes. The district confirmed that some of the protests were invalid, according to SLO County voter records, but the board again delayed taking any formal action on Nov. 16

and pushed a decision to the Dec. 14 meeting. Kalvans said the board has to either approve the rate reform or explore three potential alternatives: It can keep the current structure, which calculates rates based on tiers of use. It could lower rates across the board, which wouldn’t generate enough revenue for the district. Or it could explore a middle ground option. “The final one would be a more phased-in option. … At the October meeting, I asked about a $5.15 per unit starting point,” he said. “That would give 56 percent of all ratepayers a rate decrease but would require using reserves to cover the [revenue] gap in the first year.” —Adrian Vincent Rosas

County Clerk-Recorder terminates recall attempt against Bruce Gibson

A miscalculation over a local newspaper’s printing schedule became the wrench in the recall efforts against 2nd District San Luis Obispo County Supervisor Bruce Gibson. On Nov. 15, the SLO County ClerkRecorder’s Office pulled the plug on the Committee to Support the Recall of Supervisor Bruce Gibson’s process to remove Gibson from office because the committee missed a deadline. The committee needed to submit two blank copies of a petition for circulation and proof of publication in a general circulation newspaper by Nov. 13—10 days after Gibson responded to the committee’s intent to publicize the recall petition. Recall petitioner John Whitworth told New Times on Nov. 16 that the committee planned to submit the proof of publication in a North County newspaper, but its weekly print schedule threw the committee off course. “We had an issue because the newspaper Atascadero News only publishes once a week,” he said. Self-described as a “constitutional conservative” with a military background, Whitworth unsuccessfully bid for general election candidacy during the primary election last June when Gibson’s 2nd District seat was up for grabs. He lost the primary to Gibson and Templeton retired doctor Bruce Jones. Jones, in turn, lost the supervisor race to Gibson by a margin of 13 votes. Previous New Times reporting found that Gibson believed Whitworth and Jones were behind the recall efforts. While Jones supported Gibson’s removal by signing the intention to circulate the recall, he told New Times on Nov. 16 that he didn’t belong to the committee. Whitworth told New Times that he leads the four-member recall committee against Gibson but declined to name the other committee members. He added that the group is working swiftly to restart the recall process. “This was a small bump in the road,” Whitworth said. “We’re going to serve [Gibson] again and get the signatures.” A restarted recall process will require the committee to collect 7,500 signatures from constituents who were eligible to vote for the 2nd District supervisor in the 2022 general election. They belonged to the version of the 2nd District outlined in the previously adopted Patten map—with boundaries that pushed out Los Osos and Morro Bay and pulled in Atascadero, Templeton, San Miguel, and Lake Nacimiento. “We’re getting Democrats and people from all walks of life because they know Bruce

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Gibson wants to raise their property taxes,” Whitworth said. He made similar comments at the Oct. 31 Board of Supervisors meeting where he claimed Gibson’s support to reduce the voter threshold for special taxes would result in a repeal of Proposition 13. “This whole recall is about raising people’s taxes on Prop. 13,” Whitworth said. “This recall is not by the committee but by we the people.” Gibson refuted Whitworth’s claims, adding that most of the committee’s grounds for the recall are “inaccurate” while others are “misrepresentations.” “The recall is happening because they lost the elections and they’re not happy with that,” he said. “I cannot modify Prop. 13. … I support Prop. 13. It’s a part of our state Constitution. I also support the right of the voters of California to consider changes to the state Constitution. “I think that’s what they [recall supporters] don’t stand for.” —Bulbul Rajagopal

He also aims to help people in the community feel comfortable and safe communicating with him and expressing their needs. “I’m here to work and serve the community, so if there’s anything that we can do, improve on, or facilitate, always feel free to come in and talk with me,” he said. “I’m happy to speak with anyone and learn more about this community.” —Samantha Herrera

Nacimiento residents, Monterey County move forward with water lawsuit

Nacimiento Lake property owners’ lawsuit against the Monterey County Water Resources Agency is no longer on hold, following a Nov. 17 court hearing in Paso Robles. “The purpose of the hearing was to lift the stay that has held our lawsuit from proceeding until that report was adopted,” Charles Viescas explained. The hearing was one of the final steps South County substation’s in getting the Nacimiento Regional Water new commander starts Management Advisory Committee’s lawsuit with storm safety back on track and heading toward trial, The SLO County Sheriff’s Office according to Viescas, who serves as a board substation in the Oceano just received a new director for the organization. commander, whose first focus is preparing Originally filed in 2019, the lawsuit was for another stormy winter. brought forth by Nacimiento residents “We worked a lot with our county’s who take issue with the way the Monterey Office of Emergency Services to learn about County’s Water Resources Agency manages preparations such as potential evacuations the lake’s water levels, preventing residents and the Arroyo Grande Creek levee,” Cmdr. from accessing the water from their lakefront Ian Doughty said. “So we’re trying to get the properties. information out there by informing people To assess whether the claims made by where their evacuation zone is and just trying the advisory committee held any merit, the to prepare as much as possible.” judge ordered a report from the State Water This level of preparation comes after Resources Control Board, which was the two rounds of powerful winter storms in subject of the Nov. 17 hearing, according to early 2023, which brought historic rains Viescas. that caused Arroyo Grande Creek to rise “The main questions were how to view the quickly and break through the levee, leading report as [either] a final report, or a workto flooding and evacuations for Oceano in-progress,” he said. “And then how to view residents. the findings of the report as [either] a piece Doughty said to help prepare community of evidence to be argued or as final evidence members for the possibility of another [that would not have to be argued].” significant storm this winter, the county’s Initially, Viescas said, the advisory Office of Emergency Services will be hosting committee—which disagreed with a majority an event on Dec. 11 to discuss preparation of the report’s findings because it felt they skills and all things storm related. were the opinion of one anonymous water “Having this be a public meeting, we will board staffer—wanted to request a new have Sheriff’s Office representation there report, but that changed the evening before to help facilitate any questions and really the Nov. 17 hearing. just get out as much useful information “The evening before the hearing, the judge as possible,” he said. “Residents can also issued a tentative ruling that made it clear he go to [SLO County’s website], click the also had serious doubts about the findings of county’s OES link, and from there look the report and was not about to consider it up recommendations for the zone you’re final evidence,” Viescas said. in while being provided with updated However, despite the judge and the information.” advisory committee agreeing on the iffy Born and raised in SLO County, Doughty nature of the report, both says he’s been with the parties chose to confirm county Sheriff’s Office since its findings, because 2012. requesting a new report “I was promoted to Send any news would likely delay the commander in August, and or story tips to case for at least another then at the beginning of news@newtimesslo.com. year—something none of November, I was assigned the involved parties were to this south station as the interested in. commander,” he said. With the report accepted, Viescas and his Doughty said he spent a week in training group are excited to enter the new year with and then four days in office as of Nov. 21, the next hearing lined up for Jan. 12 so he has some catching up to do but he’s “We have a lot of work to do and this case excited to continue the substation tradition is heating up,” he said. “Our legal team needs of working with the community. to prepare to be back in court in under two “We do have events we host such as Cops ’N months to continue holding Monterey County Kids Day, Sheriff’s Day at the Ranch, and I’m looking to remain active in the community and accountable and make a difference.” ∆ —Adrian Vincent Rosas continue that as much as possible,” he said.

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said. “The California Arts Council has always recognized that general operating support should be provided to SLPs to ensure this work continues.” The state defines an SRN as a program that is intended to continue the health and vitality of the creative workforce in California by creating a network of artists and aims to provide local communities with specialized and practical services for artists, arts organizations, and cultural communities. For example, the SLO Arts Council may find common ground with another arts group in a place like Santa Maria or Monterey. Once that connection is established, those groups could in theory use their status as SRN Program participants to gather funds for collaborative projects. The proposed changes to both programs would negatively impact the statewide arts ecosystem, according to Chesnut, and specifically harm medium-sized regions like San Luis Obispo, which are reliant on a middle-ground form of funding. “What caused concern … is these cuts would have reduced the number of SLPs because it would have eliminated large SLPs from the program,” Chesnut said. “Which is counter to the California Arts Council’s goal to expand SLPs to every county.” While the California Arts Council did change course on some proposals since its Oct. 25 meeting, Chesnut said a larger issue remains prevalent. “They are encouraging the larger-budget SLPs to request a lower amount of funding to allow for small-budget organizations and counties who have not had access to funding an opportunity to receive more,” Chesnut said, adding that it would be counterintuitive to the California Art Council’s current mission of establishing more SLPs across the state, especially in smaller counties like Amador County. That shift in statewide goals, according to California Arts Advocates CEO Julie Baker, would involve PHOTO COURTESY OF SLO COUNTY ARTS changing the way everything is currently set up. “We know from grant-making experts in the field that what is most needed is multi-peer operating support,” Baker told New Times. California Arts Advocates advocates for both the SLP and SRN programs among other things, so it only made sense, according to Baker, that the group lead the rally against the proposed changes. “Part of our role at California Arts Advocates … is to ensure accountability and transparency in the California Art Council’s decision making as it affects the entire ecosystem in California,” IMPORTANT ACTIONS With funding potentially at risk at she said. the state level, SLO County Arts is rallying alongside other smaller state arts organizations to ensure its programs like The group sent a letter to Open Studio Tours and demos by artists such as Kathleen the council before the Nov. 17 Yorba, pictured, have the funding to thrive. meeting. The letter, signed by

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ore than 30 concerned representatives from various California-based arts, theater, and creative organizations made their voices heard at the Nov. 17 California Arts Council meeting. “We have participated in [these] coalition meetings, circulated letters to committee members, wrote emails to state legislators, and shared petitions with the communities we serve,” Jordan Chesnut said. Chesnut, who serves as the program director for SLO County Arts, was part of the rally against proposed changes to grant funding that the California Arts Council discussed at its Oct. 25 meeting. The council, which handles art grants and resources for the overall state, proposed funding changes that include the potential end of the State-Local Partner (SLP) and State Regional Network (SRN) programs. Chestnut said both were essential to helping fund SLO County Arts projects in the past year. SLP Programs are oriented toward collaborative efforts at the state level focusing on funding, information exchange, cooperative activities, and leadership. “We work in partnership with the California Arts Council to ensure that information about grant programs, initiatives, and other communications are shared within our community,” Chesnut said. “We also actively produce and manage arts programming, advocate for the arts, grant and re-grant funds to local artists/ arts organizations, provide opportunities for community members to engage with art, and provide technical support to artists.” SLO County Arts for example, currently operates a variety of different programs funded through SLP including Art After Dark, Central Coast Creative Corps, and the Equality Mural Project. If they were to lose those funds, Chesnut said, they would effectively lose any foundational services that have enabled SLO County Arts to collaborate with organizations like the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art and independent local artists. “These essential arts infrastructure services are provided by SLP staff,” Chesnut

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artists and organizations, many of whom spoke at that same meeting, contained a plea for the California Arts Council to reconsider shuttering the SLP and SRN programs. The letter also called for the council not to not limit the eligibility of applicants for funds based on budget size and that the council needed to give all organizations adequate time to process any changes. “Which decision-making tools or sets of data were used to develop [the] recommendations?” Baker said in a statement from California Arts Advocates. “Those attachments are missing in the committee’s report, which represents critical information to consider given the significant program changes.” California Arts Advocates wants equitable funding for all regions—a sentiment echoed by the SLO Arts Council—but said that the proposed changes would impact the bigger regions too much to justify making them. “We applaud the council’s efforts to bring support to organizations and individuals who have historically not accessed state funding, including small-budget organizations, rural communities, and BIPOC serving and led organizations and communities,” she said in the statement. “But we do not think that means we need to eliminate programs for organizations of larger budget sizes or service organizations entirely.” It’s not unexpected that some programs will have to go away, according to Baker and the California Arts Advocates, as some funding will have to support more in-need programs further. “We understand that … hard decisions will have to be made and not everyone who has received public funding these last several years will be eligible,” Baker said in the statement. “That is why we will be working this year to encourage the governor and Legislature to increase ongoing funding.” Even though the California Arts Council had already begun to reverse course on some of the initial proposed policy changes before the Nov 17 meeting, Baker considers the continued shift in policy to be a victory. “We appreciate that the members of the California Arts Council took the last several weeks to meet and listen to the concerns of the field that stemmed from the program policy memo from Oct. 25,” Baker told New Times. “Close to 1,400 artists and art organizations have signed a petition opposing many of the considerations.” On Dec. 12, the California Arts Council will formally vote on what policy changes—if any—it wishes to enact. “SLO County Arts relies on state funding from the California Arts Council,” Chesnut said. “Our organization is actively channeling funding from the state to our region. It is important to us that there is equal distribution of funding to serve all parts of the state and all communities.” Local arts organizers like herself are hopeful for the future, emboldened and encouraged by the rapid response of SLO County Arts’ fellow creative advocates. “We hope to gain more involvement from our city and county and attract more local public funding to support our programs and operations,” Chesnut said. “We encourage everyone to contact your local electeds and advocate for more funding for the arts,” she said. “We all want to live somewhere that invests in its local art infrastructure.” ∆ Reach Staff Writer Adrian Vincent Rosas at arosas@newtimesslo.com

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PROTEST MARCH Grover Beach community members took to the intersection of Grand Avenue and 8th Street with signs to protest higher water rates before marching to City Hall to continue their protest during the Nov. 13 City Council meeting.

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ome Grover Beach community members are protesting the increase in water rates proposed by the city to help fund the Central Coast Blue project, claiming that the project is unnecessary and overly expensive. While some have disapproved of the project from the beginning, most followed suit after a Grover Beach staff report recommended increasing water rates almost 20 percent to help fund the Central Coast Blue recycled water project. “The study recommends annual water rate increases of 19.7 percent for years one through four beginning in January 2024 along with a 4 percent increase in year five,” the staff report for the Sept. 5 City Council meeting states. Frustrated with the news of higher water rates, former Grover Beach Mayor Debbie Peterson gathered others who felt the same and led a “March for Grover” on Nov. 13. “Grover Beach citizens are protesting their City Council’s Central Coast Blue plan to drastically increase water and sewer charges. From landlords to renters to homeowners to business owners, almost all agree that this project is too expensive,” Peterson said. About 25 people gathered on Grand Avenue and 8th Street on Nov. 13, holding up signs against increasing water rates and Central Coast Blue, eventually making their way to City Hall and continuing their protest during the City Council meeting. “When I originally heard about the project, I was actually very excited and I thought it was great we had local controls on our local water supplies, but now after seeing and hearing more detail of the plan, I strongly recommend that our council take a pause,” Grover Beach resident and former county supervisor candidate Stacy Korsgaden said during public comment. “The No. 1 reason is cost.” Grover Beach City Manager Matt Bronson told New Times that the City Council understands residents’ frustration over increasing water rates and said that city staff is actively working on coming up with the most cost-effective solution. “We are concerned about affordability in our community, and we are concerned about people being able to pay these bills along with other bills they have. We’re going to be

discussing some options to help soften the impact for our community,” Bronson said. “At the same time, our water supply needs are real.” Bronson said Grover Beach currently gets its water from the Santa Maria Valley Groundwater Basin and Lopez Lake, but due to almost yearly drought, Grover Beach needs a more consistent and less droughtimpacted option. “Our water only comes from essentially rainfall that falls into Lopez Lake and falls on the ground that gets seeped into the groundwater basin,” he said. “Lopez Lake ran dry last year, and you can’t get water from a lake that’s dry.” Bronson said Central Coast Blue is a drought-resistant source of water, so residents will continue having access to fresh water. “As long as people are using the shower, using a sink, [and] using a toilet, there is wastewater produced and this project will treat that wastewater to drinking water standards, and then inject it into the groundwater basin,” he said. “So it doesn’t tie into drought conditions because it’s producing ongoing water to support our community’s needs.” Bronson said that Central Coast Blue has received $40 million in grant funding already, is applying for another $10 million in federal grants in the next couple of weeks, and is being funded by more than one city. “This project is more than just Grover Beach. We’re not the only ones behind this project, and we’re not the ones who are ultimately constructing this project. We’re one of three agencies,” he said. “All the grant money that’s been received and our future grant money helps support this whole project. We pay 36 percent of the project costs, and we get 36 percent of the new water that’s created as part of the project.” Another cost concern that Grover Beach resident Lesley Marr mentioned during the Nov. 13 City Council meeting is the yet-to-be announced potential cost for a second phase. “The Central Coast Blue project is great in theory, but it’s a financial disaster in its current state. Costs are grossly misstated and after five years of planning you still don’t know the extent of the project financials,” Marr said during public comment. “Saying phase 2 might not happen is not an answer. We all know

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an Luis Obispo County residents hoping them and pay them. The starting wage for a to break into the highly specialized dental assistant coming out of our boot camp field of dentistry can make that dream a is going to be between $20 and $25 an hour,” reality through a dental assistant boot camp Piette said. “That is higher than most places poised to start in February. around the state due to the shortage of labor The SLO County Office of Education in this position. But that wage is kind of a and apprenticeship program provider SLO minimum for us at SLO Partners. We need Partners teamed up to create such an people to get paid at least that so they can opportunity to address a gap in the medical afford to live here.” workforce and retain professionals locally. Despite dentistry being an intensive career With 31 openings up for the grabs, the path, prospective dental assistants taking dental assistant boot camp spans three weeks part in the boot camp don’t need to have a from Feb. 1 to 22, 2024. It aims to equip formal background in medicine. participants with skills that could help boost “They do not need to have a degree or their education as registered dental assistants medical background whatsoever,” Piette said. by working under local dentists. “If they’re compassionate and able to support “The closest place where there’s a dental and work as part of a team, are dedicated and assistant education program is Allan motivated, they’d be a great fit for this.” Hancock College down in Santa Maria,” Visit slopartners.org/dental-assistant to SLO Partners Director Paul Piette said. “For register for the boot camp and apply for people in North County to drive down there scholarships. Contact info@slopartners.org with would be really expensive to do.” any additional questions about the program. Accessibility of all kinds is a priority for the boot camp. The classes will be a mix of Fast facts in-person and online lessons. Participants • Open Air Flower Shop—the downtown who register by Jan. 15 get to pay a reduced SLO floral mainstay for more than 30 fee of $99. All registrations after that day will years—opened a new location on 1003 Osos cost boot camp hopefuls $149. With financial hurdles like child care and gas costs in mind, St. The grand opening will take place on Nov. 25, Small Business Saturday, from 3 SLO Partners also offers scholarships to five to 5 p.m. Visitors can enjoy music, treats, people worth $300 each. a raffle, and floral arrangements prepared Piette told New Times that the dental assistant boot camp is SLO Partners’ first one in celebration. For more information, visit openairflowersslo.com. related to health care. • The Ventura County Community “It’s a wonderful opportunity for people on the Development Corporation recognized Central Coast to start a new career path with a very inexpensive investment in a short time frame People’s Self-Help Housing as the winner of the Michael McGuire Award for Excellence to launch,” he said. “We choose these boot camps in Community Partnership. The nonprofit when we identify there’s a gap between what the housing organization received recognition need is and what the supply is.” for building inclusive communities and Through talks with a local dentist society, offering affordable housing solutions to those he found out what they’d like to see in an in need. incoming dental assistant. The boot camp • The SLO Bicycle Club and Bike SLO students will be taught by an instructor County partnered with the SLO County from Sacramento City College and local Sheriff’s Office for an annual bicycle professionals, covering topics like the Dental giveaway for kids in need. With the help of Practice Act, customer service, CPR and the Huffy Foundation, 115 brand new bikes basic life support, and infection control. Over the course of the program, interested are available for donation. Send applications employers will have the chance to meet nominating kids by Nov. 28. Access the the apprentices. Resume form at slosheriff.org/ exchanges can take place community-resources/ during such networking forms-and-applications. ∆ Send business opportunities. and nonprofit information to “In order for people to Reach Staff Writer Bulbul strokes@newtimesslo.com. afford living here, we need Rajagopal at brajagopal@ to have businesses to hire newtimesslo.com.

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t’s a tragedy waiting to happen. Standing in line at the Palm Theatre, I’ve often held my breath when vehicles pull out of the city parking garage across the street as children scamper nearby. Youngsters excitedly run ahead of parents or grandparents heedless of the danger of the exiting vehicles. And the drivers themselves are handicapped by poor sight-lines: a wall hinders vision on the right side of the exit gate. The situation is an accident waiting to happen, and the issue also exists at the other city parking garage near the library that exits onto Palm Street.

The Dana Reserve is in the wrong location

The recent New Times article “Sticking point,” (Nov. 16) highlighted concerns from residents and the California Native Plant Society regarding the proposed Dana Reserve project in Nipomo. The project aims to remove 3,000 mature oak trees, impacting the Burton Mesa chaparral habitat. The developers’ stated focus is on carbon reduction and oxygen replenishment, with plans to plant 1,500 new oak trees. However, there are still 16 class 1 environmental impacts, some lacking effective mitigation measures. Notably, the greenhouse gas impacts of tree removals are overlooked. Situated downwind from the PM10 fugitive dust air quality problem of the Oceano Dunes, the choice of this site raises questions. Why not opt for the open, flat grazing/agricultural land to the east of South Thompson, free from oak trees and traffic issues? We must look at the best fit for a

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Flashing warning lights and/or audio warnings are the answer. I don’t know what it would cost to install such systems in the two garages, but Kiwanis is willing to pay all or most of the cost of the hardware (assuming the city wants its workers to install it). The solution to the problem has been suggested to city authorities, and we await a response. Perhaps the grant that the SLO Police Department received for traffic safety improvements also could be tapped? Bill Rumbler president San Luis Obispo Morning Kiwanis project in a region, and all its impacts. Despite the illusion of the Dana Reserve as an affordable housing project, its irreversible environmental impacts prompt a call for the SLO County Board of Supervisors to address inconsistencies, deny the project, and propose an alternative site with similar benefits but fewer environmental drawbacks. Bruce Berlin Arroyo Grande

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San Luis Obispo is experiencing a significant traffic upsurge. At times during the day, the lines of cars are extreme with people driving while using their cellphone, drivers in long lines and in a hurry running red lights. This level of traffic is not safe, it consumes individuals’ time, and it impacts the environment. An Oct. 10, 2023, Los Angeles Times editorial states that we “need to radically redesign ... transportation system to reduce

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the need for people to drive everywhere Battery storage all the time.” Bicycles lanes, costly hourly and power generation downtown parking, and expensive parking aren’t the same structures will not reduce the developing It appears that Andrew Christie was traffic concerns, nor will the above efforts using bad math to calculate replacing being made save downtown businesses. Diablo Canyon Power Plant (“Diablo, There was a time in American cities when replaced,” Nov. 16). He is comparing power growing city centers were vibrant. Residents storage with generating power. Generating traveled to downtown business districts, power is measured by the hour, day, or mainly without cars—and car ownership. That was back during the first half of the year. Battery storage doesn’t generate any 20th century when streetcars connected power. It is storing from what trickles in residents with the city center, when people from renewables that isn’t being used at would walk a few blocks to the streetcar lines the time. To compare, you would have to (which people do today when they walk from get the generating power from solar and downtown parking spaces and structures to wind by the hour. Then you would have to conduct their business). calculate for the power not being generated True, the city has buses, but buses have when the sun isn’t shining or there is an image problem, they are uncomfortable, not enough wind. Generated power isn’t riding from the street center to the curbside measured by storage and is constant from for a jolting stop, accelerating again to climb Diablo. Let’s not compare apples to oranges to the street center. Drive behind a bus and to prove a point. watch how the buses ride. Plus, city buses Daniel Hemenway do not operate frequently enough to attract Los Osos riders. Who is willing to wait an hour or more for a bus? A close miss of the bus and Eminent domain is another hour? Should we, residents of the city, give some almost always a bad idea consideration to San Luis Obispo streetcars, Allowing the government to use eminent streetcars that connect downtown with the domain to seize private land for what a university, the big box stores, the given government strip centers, the tourist lodging agency deems areas, the airport, all with massive public benefit is surface vehicle parking, and the city a bad idea in any residents? Why not approach the Send us your but the most dire views and opinion to university requesting engineering situations. Those letters@newtimesslo.com. and environmental studies help to condemning SLO conceptualize SLO battery operated County Supervisor streetcars (no overhead wires) and Debbie Arnold for sticking up for the rights well-planned and located streetcar lines for of individual property owners and making submission to the Biden administration’s it more difficult to extend the Bob Jones Build Back Better Act funds to create and to build a renewed streetcar model for reducing bike trail to SLO would be applauding her if the government’s purpose was to build a the excessive vehicle traffic growth within shopping mall or hoist an oil derrick. cities of 150,000 or less? Anne Quinn Buzz Kalkowski SLO Atascadero

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BY JOHN DONEGAN

A shaky coalition

he recent war in Gaza over Hamas terrorism has highlighted a weakness in the Democrats’ coalition of grievance groups. They may soon find that any political alliance of identity groups whose only common attribute is a shared conviction that they are “victims” may not be as cohesive as they’d thought, and may make even the famously fractious Republicans seem like a cozy, collegial confederation in comparison. Progressives like to celebrate what many call their “intersectional alliance” of groups who insist that they are the victims of others, typically the white, male, religious, straight, cisgendered, wealthy, and gun owning, and argue that they must work together to protect themselves from these deplorable ogres. But this “coalition of the aggrieved” may soon have to face the fact that many of their constituent groups are, in fact, in unavoidable conflict with each other, something which may make them very difficult to join together in common cause. In the war in Gaza, many progressive Jews have been surprised and dismayed to find themselves under bitter attack from other progressives. Many are feeling shocked and betrayed by the vitriol directed against them by those who they had counted as friends and allies in a shared struggle against oppression. While sometimes couched in language of concern for the people of Gaza, or for Palestinian independence, a distinct anti-Semitic tone has frequently bubbled to the surface as mobs chant, “From the

river to the sea,” which I interpret as a clear call to eradicate Israel and the Jews, and by justifying or denying the slaughter, decapitation, and kidnapping of Israeli civilians, including children and the elderly. Of course, not all support for the Palestinians can be attributed to antiSemitism. Some can instead be attributed to the foundational “class struggle” narrative long advanced by the left. The Palestinians are an impoverished, relatively powerless population, while Israel is a wealthy, developed, and relatively powerful nation. Thus, to progressives, it necessarily follows that the Palestinians must be in the right, while Israel must be at fault. Once you know who the players are, no consideration of the actual facts and specifics is necessary. Biden is in a tough spot. Many Muslim Americans, another Democratic constituency, are very unhappy with him for his support of Israel and have joined with progressives in protest. And, there is also a sharp conflict between Muslim theology and Democratic views on the rights of women and the LGBTQ community, both Democratic mainstays. So far, a sympathetic media has downplayed the conflict, but can you imagine the outcry if Muslim theology were to receive the same level of scrutiny and criticism as does Christian theology, or if the Muslim community were to publicly oppose the women’s and LGBTQ agenda? This is not the only internal Democratic conflict. Several columns ago, I described

the developing conflict between Democratic women and the transgender movement, over allowing biological men to compete in women’s sports and in allowing men to invade women’s spaces, merely upon a declaration of feminine identity. Once the Democratic platform’s impact on Title IX rights are fully appreciated, the Democrats can expect more pushback from women. Another intramural battleground is the conflict over affirmative action between Asians on one hand, and Blacks and Latinos on the other. No matter how much sophistry and obfuscation is deployed, it is impossible to disguise the fact that admitting Black and Latino students over Asian and white students is unavoidably divisive. The Democratic coalition has been stressed before. For example, organized labor fought against anti-discrimination laws during the early days of the civil rights movement, concerned about having to share job opportunities. Even today, labor fears competition for jobs from immigration. And, of course, the union’s push for higher wages fuels the inflation that hurts the “ordinary person”—the professed backbone of the Democratic party. The conflict over policies forcing Americans to buy electric cars and appliances pits environmentalists against poor people, two of the Democrats’ core constituencies. While affluent liberals can easily afford to buy Teslas and new appliances to comply, the poor can’t. Where is it headed? It is unlikely that there will be a mass abandonment of the Democratic Party. Democratic voters tend

to be too “branded” to switch, and their loathing of Republicans is too strong. But, there may be a gradual shedding of membership as individuals reach the conclusion that the party no longer serves them, especially if the Republicans moderate their image. Already, Latinos are leaving, as have some Black and LGBTQ voters. The war and progressive reaction to it may also result in some liberal Jews reevaluating their ties. Will the desperate Democrats be forced to depend on their old standby of repeatedly shrieking “Trump!” at their membership to get restless? ∆ John Donegan is a retired attorney in Pismo Beach who enjoys watching the liberals squirm as they try and reconcile and conceal their differences. Respond by sending a letter to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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THE SHREDDER

County cracks

an Luis Obispo County is not in a good place right now. The county is in disarray, and the disarray hasn’t subsided for quite some time. We could start with Adam Hill and the trail of corruption he left in his wake. After news about the FBI raiding the county government building, the then 3rd District Supervisor’s mental health hit the decline until his eventual suicide in 2020. The U.S. Department of Justice’s slow leaks over Hill’s alleged dealings in pay-toplay for votes on the SLO County Board of Supervisors and influence over other municipalities/local governing bodies is not a good look. So far, the web of cash and other favors has ensnared a couple of shady local residents, including marijuana kingpin Helios Dayspring and his growing cannabis business—the Natural Healing Center—as well as developer Ryan Petitit—who changed his name to Ryan Wright after a domestic violence case against him. Rumors about who else was involved in the shady shenanigans are fierce and have always been so. While guessing the names on the DOJ’s short list of corrupt SLO County residents is a super fun game, I’m all about waiting for the facts, Jack. I’m on the edge of my seat for the next DOJ indictment announcement that gets fired into local media inboxes. We can continue with the string of resignations, which definitely didn’t start when County Administrative Officer Wade

Horton said toodle-oo earlier this year. Top department officials have always seemed to resign from SLO County faster than you can check the staff boxes. Remember SLO County Public Works Director Daniel “Colt” Esenwein? Hired in April 2018, he resigned about a year later. Why? He was placed on administrative leave following a string of sexual harassment complaints from employees. Esenwein was apparently into vulgarity. He was fond of phrases such as “bending over and taking it,” and “grabbing your ankles,” according to the complaints. I would wager that a lot of people are into both of those things, however, work is not really the place for discussing such things. After Horton took off for the greener, more monied and arguably less divisive pastures of Santa Barbara County government, SLO County supervisors brought in someone who said he would make the county leaner. Instead, it sounds like he made the county meaner. A retired county administrator from Kern County who was serving on the Cambria Health Care District’s board, John Nilon came in with all the right credentials this May. But in November, he resigned just a couple of days before the Board of Supervisors made a straightforward decision to terminate his contract due to allegations of improper conduct.

gerrymandered district and didn’t. He “The allegations had largely to do with the was supposed to lose his seat in a recount substance and style of his communications but didn’t. He was supposed to face a with a number of women both inside and recall petition earlier in November, but outside the organization,” 2nd District the Committee to Support the Recall of Supervisor Bruce Gibson said. Is the county just really bad at background Supervisor Bruce Gibson couldn’t figure out how to hit its deadlines. checks? Or are these guys just allowed Now the group, which apparently didn’t to be creepy and lewd in other counties? Meanwhile, SLO County is now onto its realize that weekly papers come out weekly, is third top administrator of the year—which threatening to once again get its shit together. has gotta be a record. I’m sure Gibson is simply shaking in his wellNilon parted ways with the county just worn liberal Birkenstocks. a couple of days after the county sent out It’s no surprise that a former losing a somewhat cryptic announcement about 2nd District candidate is on the recall misused funds. The District Attorney’s committee’s board: retired Col. John Office served a search warrant at the home Whitworth, who seems to think the and office of a county employee on Nov. 14, Proposition 13 pitch that didn’t win him a after an internal investigation “focused on spot in 2022’s general election is sure to get the potential misuse of county funds for Gibson recalled. personal purchases.” “This whole recall is about raising people’s “The employee is now on administrative taxes on Prop. 13,” Whitworth said. “This recall leave,” the announcement said. is not by the committee but by we the people.” I wonder if Charles Varni Proposition 13 would wants to weigh in on this need to be repealed by we thing, since he’s the only one the people of California, in the Oceano Community Send us your not one elected official on a views and opinion to Services District who’s Board of Supervisors. letters@newtimesslo.com. interested in doing the right Although Whitworth thing about corruption— wouldn’t tell us who the rest according to him. I know of “we the people” are on his some other people in this county who feel that four-member board, I’m betting $5,348.21— way about themselves, too, and none of them the amount that Darcia Stebbens still owes are that great. the county Clerk-Recorder’s Office for the We’ve also got potential recall attempt recount—that Stebbens is sitting on it. ∆ No. 2 on the horizon against 2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson, who has so far The Shredder is ready to take over the County weathered several political maelstroms. Administrative Office. Send reference letters He was supposed to lose his seat in a newly to shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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Zion Lutheran Church in San Luis Obispo presents the African Children’s Choir, live in concert, on Wednesday, Nov. 29, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The ensemble will be performing selections of popular children’s music, African cultural pieces, and traditional spiritual songs. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted. Visit africanchildrenschoir.com to find out more. Zion Lutheran Church is located at 1010 E. Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo. —Caleb Wiseblood

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ALCOHOL INK FAMILY PLAY TIME Alcohol inks are basically inks with alcohol in them, so they dry super fast. Make ornaments, necklaces, or magnets and shaving cream cards during this family-friendly event. Preregistration required. Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-noon $35. 805286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY Listen to music while enjoying an afternoon of creativity, sipping, and mingling. Event lasts up to 2 hours. The party includes a complimentary glass of wine and canvas with materials. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $55. 805-394-5560. coastalwineandpaint.com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria. DISCOVER GIFTS OF WHIMSY AND WONDER THIS HOLIDAY SEASON Enjoy Larry Le Brane’s Holiday art and gifts at Costa Gallery in November and December. Explore drawings, paintings, sculpture and functional fused glass, along with work by 20 West Coast artists. They wrap and ship gifts, too. Stop by for seasonal treats and surprises. Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 30 Free admission. 559-799-9632. facebook.com/costagallery. Costa Gallery, 2087 10th St., Los Osos. FINE ART PAINTING GROUP SHOW: THE TEXTURE OF LIGHT A group show featuring artists Joan L Brown, Virginia Mack, Patricia Newton, Sandra Sanders, Candle Cranston, Hope Myers, and Brian Johnson. Explore the beautiful enchanting world of winter light and colorful textures. Nov. 30, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at

GIFTY UNDER FIFTY ALL YEAR ROUND Costa Gallery is gearing up for the holiday season. Check out a seasonal collection of art. Thursdays-Sundays. through Dec. 31 Costa Gallery, 2087 10th St., Los Osos, 559-799-9632. MOSAIC GIFTS Create a unique, one-of-akind gift for that special someone on your gift list. You will have many colors, baubles, and beads to choose from to make your creation very personal. You’ll also learn everything you need to make a mosaic from cutting to gluing to grouting. Nov. 26, and Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Various. 805286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. MOSAIC WINE STOPPERS AND NECKLACES Create a mosaic in minutes with easy techniques while choosing from instructors’ huge supply of colorful baubles. Preregistration required. Dec. 3, 1-3 p.m. Various. 805-286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. A RAINBOW HOLIDAY Directed by Samuel Gottlieb. Presented by By The Sea Productions. Through Dec. 3 my805tix. com. By The Sea Productions, 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay. ROD BAKER’S NINTH HOLIDAY GIFT STUDIO GLASS SALE Celebrate seasonal gift-giving with Rod Baker’s affordable and artful glasswork, light snacks, an inspiring sculpture garden, quaint glass studios, and glassblowing demos. Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. 805-551-6836. Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing, 1279 2nd Street, Los Osos, RodBakerGlass.com. SEA GLASS HAMMERED METAL JEWELRY Make beautiful sea glass gifts. Learn how to drill holes in sea glass (for safety, this will be a demonstration),

hammer metal to create, strengthen, and texture and basic jewelry making skills. You’ll take home two stunning sea glass pierced earrings and a necklace. Preregister. Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-noon $50. 805286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

805 ARTISAN MARKET Discover unique handmade crafts, beautiful artwork, and delicious gourmet treats. Indulge in wine, food, and drink samples while finding the unique gift for the special ones in your life. Dec. 2, 12:30 p.m. my805tix.com/. Hunter Ranch Golf Course, 4041 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, 805-237-7444. COMEDY NIGHT Continues at The Paso Lounge with Headliner Manny Maldonado. Funny. Energetic. Those are some of the words to best describe funny man Manny, born in Modesto, California. Dec. 2, 7-10 p.m. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. 805221-7121. pasolounge.com/. Paso Lounge, 1144 Black Oak Drive, Paso Robles.

Premier craftspeople and artists are featured in this unique exhibition and retail sale. You’ll find an abundance of unique, handmade gifts and goods at every price point. A portion of every sale supports Studios on the Park’s mission of bringing art to the community. Through Dec. 30 Free. 805-2389800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENT WORKSHOP A seasonal favorite. Create your own fused glass ornaments using a variety of colorful glass. After the ornaments are fired, a silver bale is glued to the back. All materials included. Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $50 for 3 ornaments. 805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero. MACRAME PLANT HOLDER CLASS Peaceful Plants is offering a macrame plant hanger class at Pianetta Winery. Nov. 26, 2-4 p.m. my805tix.com. Pianetta Winery, 829 13th St., Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO

COWBOY NOIR AND HIS GANG OF MISFITS This fall season, the AHS BlackBox Theater will perform a fulllength, student-written melodramatic comedy western. Dec. 1, 7 p.m. and Dec. 2, 2 & 7 p.m. $10. 805-235-5966. atasusd. org. Atascadero High School, One High School Hill, Atascadero. FAIRYCAKES BY DOUGLAS CARTER BEANE Full-length PG-13 show (for mature language and themes). Find out what happens when those woodland fairies aren’t busy with the business of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Fridays, Saturdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Sundays, 2:30-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 10 $15. 805-769-1500. pasoschools.org/ phtc. Paso Robles High School, 801 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles.

27TH ANNUAL NORTH COUNTY NUTCRACKER Presented by the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation. Described as a “Storybook Ballet.” Dec. 1-3 Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7113. 43RD ANNUAL CENTRAL COAST CRAFT FAIR The Central Coast’s longest-running 100 percent handmade craft show featuring many local makers and artisans. Cider and cookies available to welcome you as you shop. Features a prize drawing fundraiser for Central Coast Quilts of Valor Foundation supporting veterans with quilts and Wreaths Across America. Nov. 24-25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission and parking. San Luis Obispo Vets’ Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-781-5930.

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Sikelianos-Carter exhibition at SLOMA will promote an emerging female artist of color whose works are inspired by the stories of her Black ancestors and traditionally Black hairstyles, centered on ancestral power and mythology. Through March 10, 2024, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ exhibition/alisa-sikelianos-carter/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

LEAH ROSENBERG Rosenberg works across artistic media to spark new experiences of color. Using painting, installation, printmaking, sculpture, performance, and video, she invites viewers to consider how color can be perceived both multi-sensorially and multi-dimensionally. Dec. 1-April 1 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

CALL FOR ARTISTS: LITTLE TREASURES AND HOLIDAY TREASURE STROLL For this open exhibit, Art Central is looking for artwork priced at $100 or less to tempt holiday shoppers. All mediums and themes accepted. To participate, please download and fill out the artist contract on website and bring it in with your artwork. Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See artist contract. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/gallery/ call-for-artists/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

OUTSIDE THE BOX Craftmakers presents Outside the Box, an exhibition of fine craft, including clay masks, encaustics, collages, fabric, sculpture, and more. Craftmakers is an artist group of the Central Coast Artists Collective. Through Nov. 27 Free. 805-7474200. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher, and even Santa Claus. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. through Dec. 23 $15-$40. 805-786-2440. slorep.org. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. THE FACULTY SHOW ‘23 A testament to the diverse and collective brilliance of the Cuesta College Fine Arts faculty through a variety of media. A portion of all sales help fund the Fine Arts Access Scholarship, making an arts education more affordable for the next generation of artists. MondaysFridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 8 Free. 805-546-3202. cuesta.edu/student/ campuslife/artgallery/index.html. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. HOLIDAY TREASURE STROLL In the neighborhood of Monterey and Johnson Streets, take part in the Holiday Treasure Stroll. Participating businesses on Monterey Street will be showcasing local artists and spreading holiday cheer. Dec. 2, 4-7 p.m. Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo. com/holiday-treasure-stroll-2023/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

PARENT-CHILD POTTERY CLASS Make lasting memories with clay together as a family. For ages 6 and over. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon $70. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

DIANE ROSE ZINK’S NUTCRACKER Everybody Can DANCE and the Santa Maria Civic Ballet present Diane Rose Zink’s Nutcracker. Described as a Central Coast Tradition for more than 35 years. Artistic Director Diane Rose Zink has continued to enhance and embellish her production of Tchaikovsky’s glorious ballet over the years. Nov. 25, 7-9:30 p.m. and Nov. 26, 3-5:30 p.m. $20-$25. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter. org/shows/ecdb-smcb-nutcracker/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA See Scrooge find his Christmas spirit and enjoy other tales during the Melodrama’s annual holiday production. Through Dec. 31 Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. TRILOGY CLAY BUDDIES ANNUAL HOLIDAY POTTERY SALE A great opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind gift. Items include functional ware, garden art, home decor, and more. Also includes beautifully decorated bake goods by members of the Trilogy Service Club. Nov. 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, 1640 Trilogy Pkwy, Nipomo. ARTS continued page 18

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WORLD BALLET SERIES: THE NUTCRACKER Step into the whimsical magic of one of the world’s most beloved fairy tales. Performed live by a multinational cast of 50 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring this beloved holiday tradition to life. Nov. 28, 7-10 p.m. $30-$85. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/ world-ballet-series-the-nutcracker/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

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BOM BOOTY BIRTHDAY BASH (R-RATED BOM BOOTY CLASS) Unleash your inner fire with Shawna Mox as she guides you through sensual and empowering choreography. No experience necessary. Bring your heels or you can use some from the Bare Heart Closet. Dec. 3, 6 p.m. my805tix.com/. Bare Heart, 1333 Van Beurden Drive, suite 201, Los Osos. BREATHE AND STRETCH A hybrid of yoga and active stretching, this 55-minute class is ideal for adults 18 and over who want to maintain or increase their flexibility and live without pain. Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. $13 per session. 415-516-5214. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. 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. CENTRAL COAST SLIM DOWN Take control of food without suffering. Learn a step-by-step process to take control of

overeating, cravings, and feel peace with food. Build the habits, mindset, and your unique path with results that stick. Hosted byTami Cruz (Certified Health/Life Coach) and Dana Charvet (Coach/Fitness Trainer). ongoing Call for pricing info. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

CENTRAL COAST WOOD CARVERS Learn the art of wood carving or wood burning. Join Central Coast Wood Carvers in Morro Bay at St. Timothy’s. Open for beginners, intermediate, or advance. Learn a wide range of techniques and skills. Mask Required. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay, 805-772-2840, sttimothymorrobay.org/index.html. CHAKRA MEDITATION ON THE BEACH Guided by Dawn Feuerberg, certified classical ashtanga yoga and tantra meditation instructor, and founder of Aurora Adventures, LLC, a wellness inspired travel company. Nov. 29, 10 a.m. and Nov. 30, 11 a.m. my805tix.com. Beach Access Parking Lot, 102 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay. EMBARCADERO WELCOMES SANTA Visit Santa’s house at the Embarcadero. Dec. 1-3, 5-8 p.m. morrobay.org. Embarcadero Morro Bay, 714 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. ENJOY AXE THROWING Enjoy the art of axe throwing in a safe and fun environment. Kids ages 10 and older are welcome with an adult. No personal axes please. Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. $20. 805-528-4880. baysidemartialarts.com. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos.

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The Paso Robles Event Center hosts Cowgirl Christmas on Friday, Nov. 24, and Saturday, Nov. 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The two-day holiday shopping event will feature more than 200 vendor booths. Street parking at the event is free, while on-site parking is $2 (available to reserve in advance at my805tix.com). The Paso Robles Event Center is located at 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles. —C.W.

MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Disciplines include advanced athletic performance fitness training, Thai kickboxing, and more. Beginners to advanced students welcome. Day and evening classes offered. Mondays-Saturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for more info. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. SECOND ANNIVERSARY SALE Offering

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ZEN IN MOTION Learn the Shaolin Water Style and other deep breathing and moving meditation techniques with the 2019 Taijiquan Instructor of the Year. Beginners Welcome.Instructor Certification Courses available. Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT ATELIER 708 The venue is so thankful for the support of collectors, students, and friends. “You’re the ones who make it possible for us to continue creating.” See art by Janice Pluma, Kim Snyder, David Butz, and Stephanie Wilbanks. Dec. 2, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Atelier 708, 708-D Paso Robles St., Paso Robles, 805-423-8939. LIGHT UP THE DOWNTOWN ATASCADERO Santa and Mrs. Claus will be arriving via an antique Model-A fire truck. Enjoy live music from the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy. Dec. 1, 5:30-8 p.m. Historic City Hall, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

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decorated boats with dazzling lights and holiday cheer. Dec. 2, 6:30-8 p.m. Free admission. morrobay.org. Embarcadero Morro Bay, 714 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION Come enjoy the lighting of the Morro Bay City Park tree for the holidays. Activities start at 3:30 p.m. Tree lighting held at 5 p.m. Dec. 1 morrobay.org. Morro Bay City Park, Corner of Morro Bay Blvd. and Harbor St., Morro Bay.

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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.

18TH ANNUAL PRHS BEARCAT WRESTLING TURKEY TROT AND FAMILY FUN RUN Benefits go to the PRHS Wrestling Team and the local food bank. First place medals awarded in different categories. T-shirts for first 100 participants. Registration starts at 7 a.m. Race happens rain or shine. Nov. 23, 8 a.m. raceroster.com. Food 4 Less (Paso Robles), Creston Road, Paso Robles. 62ND HOLIDAY LIGHT PARADE Presented by the Paso Robles Main Street Association, in cooperation with community volunteers and the city of Paso Robles. This year’s theme: “All is bright.” Dec. 2, 6-8 p.m. pasoroblesdowntown.org. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles. CHRISTMAS AT THE RANCH Features the enchanting Pacific Coast Railroad’s Jingle Bell Express. Visit Santa’s barn to sip hot chocolate and sit with Santa. Be spellbound by a magic show with Andy Morris. Nov. 24-Dec. 17 my805tix.com. Santa Margarita Ranch, 9000 Yerba Buena Ave, Santa Margarita. COWGIRL CHRISTMAS A country Christmas boutique. With more than 200 booths in one location. Nov. 24, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Nov. 25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. my805tix.com. Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles. 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

MAKERS MARKETPLACE Vendors will be on the patio and in the mercantile. Limited spaces available for vendors that have been approved by the events manager. Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. my805tix.com. Templeton Mercantile Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main St., Templeton. NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805441-2164. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero. NORTH COUNTY TURKEY TROT: RUN, GOBBLE, NAP Check-in for 5K fun run/ walk at 8:30 a.m. Prizes for runners and best turkey costumes. Pets welcome. Proceeds benefit ECHO Shelter. Nov. 23, 8:30 a.m. $20 suggested donation. echoshelter.org/turkey-trot. Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero. SIP AND SHOP HOLIDAY MARKET AT CASS Knock out some of that “last minute” shopping list, while enjoying a glass of wine, mulled wine, or hot apple cider in-hand. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be here, as well as free carriage rides around the vineyard. Dec. 2, 1-4 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery and Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

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47TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN SLO HOLIDAY PARADE One of the Central Coast’s largest parades. Enjoy floats, marching bands, dancers, and more. Dec. 1, 7-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo. BDSM 101 This monthly class from the Central Coast Kink Community provides a basic overview of kink, consent, rules, and information to help practitioners be successful and safe. Attendees must be 18 years of age or older. Fourth Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. No admission. galacc.org/ events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. BIRDS AND BOTANY MONTHLY WALK AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN The Garden is excited to present a monthly bird walk series on the fourth Thursday of every month which explores the intersection of birds and botany. Fourth Thursday of every month, 8-11 a.m. $10 for Garden Members; $40 for general public. 805-541-1400. slobg. org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo. CENTRAL COAST CONJURERS (SLO COUNTY MAGIC CLUB) Monthly meeting of magicians of all levels. Please call or email for more info. Meet like-minded folks with an interest in magic, from close-up to stage performances. Last Wednesday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-440-0116. IHOP, 212 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo. CITY FARM SLO’S YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM Check site for more info on programming and summer camps. ongoing cityfarmslo.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO. COMPLIMENTARY SHOWERS WITH SHOWER THE PEOPLE After a short hiatus, the San Luis Obispo Library will once again be partnering with local non-profit organization, Shower the People. The shower trailer will be located between the library and parking structure. Toiletries provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. FELINE NETWORK: ADOPT A KITTEN EVENT Come see some beautiful cats and kittens for adoption and bring home a forever pet. All cats are fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 805-550-9064. felinenetwork.org. PetSmart, 1530 Froom Ranch Way, San Luis Obispo. FUR FREE FRIDAY: DEMONSTRATION IN SLO Members of Animal Emancipation will hold a public demonstration to protest Mr. Michael’s selling of animal-skin clothing, particularly leather. Nov. 24, 12-1:30 p.m. Free. 805-441-5897. facebook.com/ AnimalEmancipationOfSLO. Mr. Michael’s Leathers and Furs, 746 Higuera, San Luis Obispo. NATURE NIGHTS The SLO Botanical Garden announces its second season of Nature Nights. Visit site for more info on the event as well as tickets. Fridays, Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. through Dec. 31 $27 Adults; $17 Youth (ages 6-17); free for ages 5 and under. 805-541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo. SANTA ARRIVES BY AMTRAK’S SURFLINER Santa leaves his sleigh and rides Amtrak’s Surfliner to the San Luis

NOVEMBER 23 -DECEMBER 3, 2023 HOLIDAY AT THE FARMSTEAD Celebrate the season with tons of holiday fun, including opportunities for a holiday photo moment, to decorate sugar cookies, enjoy a “sleigh ride,” sip on wine, and more. Dec. 2, 3-6 p.m. Free. 805-434-5607. onxwines.com/events/ holiday-at-the-farmsteads/. ONX Estate Vineyard, 1200 Paseo Excelsus, Templeton. MEET THE MAKERS NIGHT: LEVO VINEYARD AND STELLAR + SUN HAT CO. Come meet the makers behind LEVO Vineyard Wines and Stellar+Sun Hat Co. Includes raffles, giveaways, and more. Open to the public. Nov. 27, 5-8 p.m. my805tix.com. Templeton Mercantile Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main St., Templeton.

Obispo Railroad station, then to the Railroad Museum where he will hear all the wishes from children of all ages in at the Museum’s 1926 Pullman Lounge Car. Dec. 2, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-548-1894. slorrm.com. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo. SLO FOOD BANK TURKEY TROT (VIRTUAL) Walk, run, or hike on your own or with family and closest friends at a location of your choice. Help raise awareness about hunger in SLO County and funds that provide critical protein and nutrition to those in need. Nov. 23 slofoodbank.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

SLOCO’S GIFTING TREE For every gift certificate purchased at SLOCO through end of December, the venue will donate to WeForest and plant a tree in your name, a gift that keeps on giving. Help the host reach its goal of planting 300 trees by the end of the year. Mondays-Sundays. through Dec. 31 Donations support WeForest. 805-439-2515. slocohealth.com. SLOCO Health + Wellness, 1957 Santa Barbara Ave., San Luis Obispo. TRANS* YOUTH PEER SUPPORT GROUP This group is a safe place for trans* and gender non-conforming people, as well as those questioning, from ages of 11 to 18. A facilitated emotional support group to be heard, share your story, and hear stories that may sound surprisingly like your own. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Free. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252. WOODS HUMANE SOCIETY GIVING TUESDAY DONATION MATCH The John and Frank Sparacio Charitable Foundation will match all donations to Woods Humane Society, up to $20,000, through Giving Tuesday. All donations will be doubled to transform the lives of twice as many dogs and cats. Nov. 28 805-543-9316. woodshumane.org/transform. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

AVILA BEACH TURKEY TROT To raise awareness about hunger in SLO County and funds that provide critical protein and nutrition to those in need. Create a team to fundraise with your flock and amplify your impact. Nov. 23, 8:30 a.m. slofoodbank. org. Avila Beach Promenade, 404 Front St., Avila Beach. 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. GROVER BEACH HOLIDAY PARADE Submit an application for this 56th annual Parade that traverses Grand Avenue from Oak Park to 9th Street. Or plan to line the streets to enjoy this fun community event. Entry deadline is Friday, Nov. 17. Dec. 2, 10-11 a.m. One new toy. 805-473-4580. groverbeach.org. City of Grover Beach, 154 S 8th St., Grover Beach. PISMO BEACH TURKEY TROT To raise awareness about hunger in SLO County and funds that provide critical protein and nutrition to those in need. Create a team to fundraise with your flock and amplify your

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Santa Maria’s Cottonwood Canyon Winery is one of 10 wineries participating in Christmas on the Trail, held on Saturday, Dec. 2, and Sunday, Dec. 3. Passport holders during the two-day program will have access to 20 pours of wine from various wineries along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, holiday food and wine pairings, live music, discounts, and more. Visit foxencanyonwinetrail.net for more info. —C.W. impact. Nov. 23, 8:30 a.m. slofoodbank.org. Pismo Beach Pier, West end of Pomeroy, Pismo Beach.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS A docent-led tour of the buildings and grounds of the historic Point San Luis Light Station. Check website for more details. Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. SANTA’S HOURS AT HERITAGE GARDENS Enjoy visits with Santa Claus during this holiday festivity at the Historical Society’s Heritage House and Gardens. Saturdays, Sundays, 1-4 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3-6 p.m. through Dec. 21 christmasagvillage.com/home. Heritage House and Gardens, 126 South Mason, Arroyo Grande.

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COMMUNITY FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER All are welcome and no reservations needed. There will be no sitdown dinner as in the past. Only drive-up or walk-up. Nov. 23, 1-3 p.m. morrobay. org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, 772-6278. 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.

THANKSGIVING AT THE LODGE Give thanks and celebrate. Join Cambria Pines Lodge for an endless all-you-can-eat buffet of all your Thanksgiving favorites in the venue’s beautiful garden dining area. The buffet menu features items like turkey, prime rib, ham, shrimp cocktail, fresh fruit, green salad, veggies, and more. Nov. 23, 12:30-7:30 p.m. $34.95-$69.95. 800-9666490. cambriapineslodge.com. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria. NORTH SLO COUNTY

CLUB CAR BAR TRIVIA WITH DR. RICKY Teams of 1 to 6 people welcome. Visit site for more info. Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. CLUB SUPSUP Check out the Central Coast’s newest pop-up dinner experience the last Wednesday of every month. Last Wednesday of every month, 6-9 p.m. $125. 310-692-0046. clubsupsup.com/. Kindred Oak Farm, 1250 Paint Horse Plaza, Paso Robles. HAVE A GLASS OF CHEER WITH A TRIO OF PINOT NOIRS For any and all of your Holiday festivities, enjoy a glass at Windward Vineyard during the Pinot-Trio Sale. Discounts on every purchase of three bottles of award-winning pinot noir. Dec. 1-24, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-2392565. windwardvineyard.com. Windward Vineyard, 1380 Live Oak Rd., 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. TASTE OF TIN CITY WALKING TOUR Enjoy the first ever walking tour of Tin City – an industrial area just outside of downtown Paso Robles – that is home to a community of innovative and passionate producers of high-quality wines, spirits, beer, and more. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $125. 805-400-3141. toasttours.com/tour/tin-city-walking-tour/. Toast Tours, 1722 Stillwater Ct, Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO

DOWNTOWN SLO FARMERS MARKET Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo. HEAD GAMES TRIVIA NIGHT Live multi-media 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. HOPPY HOUR (SELECT FRIDAYS) Visit some of the best craft beverage locations in San Luis Obispo. Tours start at The Hub on selected Fridays. Check site for full schedule and tickets. Fridays, 3-7 p.m. through Jan. 26 behoppytours.com/. The Hub, 1701 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. PIÑATAS ON THE PATIO What is more festive than a piñata? Join for some brunch drinks and a couple of good hits to a piñata (or two). Good times and goofy prices promised. Turns will be determined on a first come, first served basis. First Sunday of every month Free. Rambling Spirits, 3845 S. Higuera St. (inside SLO Public Market), San Luis Obispo, drinkramblingspirits.com. SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo. THANKSGIVING AT LUNA RED Enjoy a three-course, chef-prepared, prix-fixe on Thanksgiving Day. Let the venue handle the preparations and enjoy an stress-free meal with loved ones. Nov. 23, 1-9 p.m. $55-$60. 805-540-5243. lunaredslo.com. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. THANKSGIVING SERVICE AT FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST A festive

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and inspiring service including readings from The Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, hymns, the President’s Thanksgiving Proclamation, and group sharing of gratitude and healings. Child care provided. Online service at website. Nov. 23, 10-11 a.m. Free. 805-543-5853. ChristianScienceSLO. org. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 1326 Garden St., 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. WEDNESDAY PUB TRIVIA Bring your thinking caps as questions vary from pop culture, geography, to sports. There is a little for everyone. Prizes for the winning teams. Trivia provided by Geeks Who Drink. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805439-2529. Oak and Otter Brewing, 181 Tank Farm Road, suite 110, San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

DINNER FOR A CAUSE: GIVING TUESDAY BANQUET 2023 Features dinner, dancing, and more. 100 percent of all proceeds benefit the 5Cities Homeless Coalition. Nov. 28, 4:30-8 p.m. my805tix. com. Pismo Beach Golf Course, 25 West Grand Ave., Grover Beach. SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS

CHRISTMAS ON THE TRAIL Spend the weekend with 10 wineries along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail. Passport is your ticket to 20 pours of wine from any of the 10 participating wineries. Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 santamariavalley.com. Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, Foxen Canyon Rd., Santa Maria. ETHNIC FOOD FAIR Featuring homemade foods such as Dolma, Piroshki, Pierogis, stuffed cabbage, and baked goods from Greece, Ukraine, Romania, and Syria. At 10:30 and 11 a.m., Central Coast Harmony Women’s Choir will be performing. Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. No admission fee. 805-264-2128. odox. org. Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 877 Francine Lane, Santa Maria.

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SEA SHANTY SING-ALONG The Morro Bay Shanty Project will perform sea shanties and other songs of the sea at the Morro Bay Maritime Museum. Audience members will be encouraged to sing along, and share favorites. Nov. 25, 11 a.m. Free. Morro Bay Maritime Museum, 1154 Front St., Morro Bay. SONGS FOR THE SEASON An afternoon of seasonal music, raffle prizes, silent auctions, appetizers, and more. A benefit for Friends of the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve. Dec. 2, 2-4 p.m. $40 advance purchase; $45 at door. 805-927-2856. fiscaliniranchpreserve.org/connect/events. Fog’s End Barn, 2735 Main St., Cambria. NORTH SLO COUNTY

CUESTA CONCORD CHORUS: A JOLLY HOLIDAY CONCERT The Cuesta Concord Chorus will prepare a Jolly Holiday Concert to perform at the Atascadero Lake Pavilion, featuring Daniel Pinkham’s “Christmas Cantata” with Brass Quintet, and guest artists The Jingle Belles. Dec. 3, 3 p.m. General: $20; Student with ID: $5; Veterans and spouses: free. Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero. EASTON EVERETT Enjoy some guitarwoven indie music that is in distinctive stylistic shapes outside the pop main stream and is easy to listen to, but also surprises. Nov. 24, noon Free. eastoneverett.com/. Wines on Main, 624 Main Street, suite 101, Templeton, 805591-7069. FRIDAY NIGHT DJ Weekly DJ series, with a different DJ every Friday. Presented by friends at Traffic Record store in Atascadero. Come listen, dance, drink, and unwind every Friday. All ages event; no cover charge. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. 805-4606042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero. HOLIDAY MUSICAL WALK AROUND THE LAKE Enjoy carolers, community singing, and holiday decor in a charming lakeside setting. Dec. 2, 5:30-9 p.m. Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo Ave., Atascadero. JAZZ/BLUES QUARTET WITH SUNNY WRIGHT, JACOB ODELL, GARY DRYSDALE, AND DARRYL VANDRUFF Join Sunny Wright, Jacob Odell, Gary Drysdale, and Darryl Vandruff for jazz and blues, and great wine and food. Nov. 25, 4-7 p.m. No cover; no minimum. 805-2386932. justinwine.com. JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room, 811 12th St., Paso Robles. JOLON STATION BAND VARIETY SHOW Come join Jolon Station Band every Thursday night in downtown Atascadero for a night of comedy, musical guests, prize wheels, and more. Thursdays, 8-10 p.m. $5 at the door. Raconteur Room, 5840 Traffic Way, Atascadero, 805-464-2584. KARAOKE NIGHT Food and drink available for purchase. Last Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. Free admission. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. MATT CROSS LIVE All ages welcome. Food and drinks available for purchase. Nov. 30, 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Templeton Mercantile Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main St., Templeton.

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MICHAEL CAMPBELL LIVE Sip on a crafted cocktail whilst listening to Michael Campbell. Nov. 25, 5 p.m. my805tix.com/. Pony Club Wine Bar, 1021 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-226-9995. PONY CLUB LIVE LOCAL MUSIC: DAVE TATE Sip on a crafted cocktail whilst listening to Dave Tate. Nov. 30, 5-7 p.m. my805tix.com/. Pony Club Wine Bar, 1021 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-226-9995. SINGING HANDS CHILDREN’S CHOIR A unique performing arts group that performs across the state for deaf festivals, service organizations, churches, fairs, and other outlets. New members always welcome. Registration open weekly. Mondays, 5-6:30 p.m. $45 tuition

NOVEMBER 23 -DECEMBER 3, 2023 per month. singinghandschildrenschoir. com/. Singing Hands Children’s Choir and Performing Arts, 1413 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles.

WILL BREMAN LIVE Sip on a crafted cocktail whilst listening to Santa Barbarabased singer/songwriter Will Breman. Nov. 24, 5-7 p.m. my805tix.com/. Pony Club Wine Bar, 1021 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-226-9995. SAN LUIS OBISPO

THE AFRICAN CHILDREN’S CHOIR The African Children’s Choir is sure to melt the hearts of audiences with their performance of popular children’s music, traditional spiritual songs, and African cultural pieces. Nov. 29, 7-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. 805-543-8327. africanchildrenschoir.com. Zion Lutheran Church, 1010 E Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo. ALL AGES OPEN MIC NIGHT Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo. BLÜ EGYPTIAN AT FROG AND PEACH Blü Egyptian returns to Frog and Peach Pub. For ages 21 and over. Blü Egyptian play original music encompassing bluegrass, rock, funk, Latin, and ska for the ultimate dance party. Dec. 1, 10-11:55 p.m. $10. Frog and Peach Pub, 728 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-595-4764, frogandpeachpub.com. BOB AND WENDY WITH PAUL GRIFFITH Beer and wine available for purchase. Reservations suggested. Dec. 3, 3-5 p.m. No cover; donations accepted. 805-2355456. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY ARAB MUSIC ENSEMBLE FALL CONCERT The Arab Music Ensemble presents a wide range of folk and popular music from Arab society as well as selected seminal pieces from the historically interconnected areas of Southwest Asia and North Africa. With acclaimed guest artists and the Arab Music Ensemble Dance Troupe. Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. $15 and $20 general; $10 students. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly. edu/calendar/ame/. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY CHOIRS’ HOLIDAY KALEIDOSCOPE The seventh annual Holiday Kaleidoscope, a concert which has become Central Coast tradition. All four Cal Poly choral ensembles will perform, and will share the stage with the Cuesta College choirs, as well as the Cal Poly Wind Ensemble. Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. $15 and $20 general; $10 students. 805-7564849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/choirs/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY SYMPHONY FALL CONCERT WITH THE HARMONY MAGNET ACADEMY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Cal Poly Symphony welcomes the Harmony Magnet Academy Symphony Orchestra in a program that includes selections it will play, plus a side-by-side performance of John Corigliano’s “Voyage for String Orchestra,” then performances of Valerie Coleman’s “Umoja” and Antonín Dvorák’s lyrical “Symphony No. 8.” Dec. 3, 3 p.m. $15 and $20 general; $10 students. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/ calendar/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. DECK THE HALLS WITH HARMONY The San Luis Obispo Wind Orchestra is delighted to announce its highly anticipated annual holiday concert, “Deck the Halls,” featuring the mesmerizing vocals of renowned singer-songwriter Inga Swearingen. A captivating musical celebration. Dec. 3, 3-5 p.m. $10-30. 805464-7804. SLOwinds.org. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. DONA NOBIS PACEM: WINTER CHORAL CONCERT SERIES FROM VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE Vocal Arts Ensemble, an award-winning choir now in its 47th year presents Dona Nobis Pacem: Grant us Peace, a choral music concert with traditional and classical songs and a sing-along at the finale. Dec. 2, 3-5 p.m. $30-$40. 805-541-6797. vocalarts.org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

FLOR DE TOLOACHE Coming back to SLO after their popular 2019 show, this Latin Grammy-winning all-female ensemble is revolutionizing traditional Latin American music with their edgy, versatile flair. Transcending culture and gender, they’ve enchanted global audiences with three albums and a fresh rock-inspired compilation. Nov. 28, 7:30-9 p.m. $28-$46. 805-756-2787. calpolyarts.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. FOREVER GREEN AT MAKERS AT THE MARKET: HOLIDAY EMPORIUM Forever Green will be playing during this exciting two-day Holiday Market with workshops, a gift wrapping station, and food and drink from SLO Public Market’s in-house vendors. Family-friendly. Free entry and parking. Dec. 2, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. No admission fee. slopublicmarket.com/ events/makers-at-the-market-holidaybazaar. SLO Public Market, 120 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo. LIVE MUSIC AT LIQUID GRAVITY Check social media and calendar for weekly updates. Fridays, 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo. 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. SQUARE DANCE 12-WEEK CLASS Learn to square dance. Wide variety of music. No dress code and no dance experience needed. Every Thursday, Thanksgiving excluded. No partner needed; couples are welcome. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. through Nov. 30 $70 per person for full program. 805-781-7300. squaredancecentralcoast/ classes. SLO Guild Hall, 2880 Broad 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, 805-4390774, ragtagwineco.com. VOCAL RECITAL IN PINK WITH TOURING ORCHESTRA OperaSLO is excited to return to the iconic Madonna Inn. This iconic San Luis Obispo venue comes to life with OperaSLO’s fantastic Resident and Guest artists accompanied by our 18-piece touring orchestra in an exciting journey through some of the greatest hits of musical theater and opera. Nov. 26, 1-4 p.m. $45. operaslo. org. Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

DONA NOBIS PACEM: WINTER CHORAL CONCERT SERIES VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE Vocal Arts Ensemble presents their Holiday concert series, Dona Nobis Pacem: Grant us Peace, a selection of classical, traditional and folk music at Trilogy Monarch Dunes in Nipomo. Nov. 29, 7-9 p.m. $30. 805-541-6797. vocalarts. org. Trilogy Monarch Dunes, 1690 Eucalyptus Road, 120. KARAOKE EVERY FRIDAY Enjoy some good food and karaoke. Fridays, 5-8 p.m. 805-723-5550. The Central Grill, 545 Orchard Road, Nipomo. KARAOKE EVERY WEDNESDAY A weekly event with barbecue offerings and more. Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. Rancho Nipomo BBQ, 108 Cuyama Ln., Nipomo, 805-925-3500. ∆

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Point San Luis Lighthouse: Holiday Tours

Santa Margarita Ranch

Point San Luis Lighthouse, Avila Beach

By the Sea Productions: A Rainbow Holiday

Guerra de Bandas: Banda Invasora & Banda Real 12-21

Peaceful Plants: Macrame Plant Holder Class

Laugh Therapy Stand-Up Comedy Show

Orcutt Community Theater: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians

Be Hoppy Tours: Friday Hoppy Hour DEC. 1, 15, 29 Sip of SLO DEC. 2, 16, 30, JAN 13, 27

FRI, SAT, SUN, NOV. 24–DEC. 3 545 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Flower City Ballroom, Lompoc

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Pianetta Winery, Paso Robles

Chakra Meditation on the Beach

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Pismo Beach Golf Course, Grover Beach

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Aurora Meditations & Rituals, Morro Bay

WED, SAT, SUN, NOV. 29, DEC. 2 & 10 Trilogy, Mission SLO, Cuesta CPAC

805 Artisan Market

Black Sabbatha (A Black Sabbath Tribute)

Misfit Live Comedy: Manny Maldonado

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 Paso Lounge, Paso Robles

Holiday Violin Concert: Mischa Lefkowitz

How to Get What You REALLY Want for Christmas! Chair Flair Class w/ Kellee

Avila Beach Civic Association: Santa’s Doggie Parade

Twist on Taylor (Taylor Swift Tribute Band)

Downtown Paso Robles Main Street: 33rd Annual Victorian Teddy Bear Tea

Central Coast Youth Chorus: An Old Fashioned Holiday

Old Town Orcutt Country Christmas: Prior Baird

Bom Booty Birthday Bash (R-Rated Bom Booty Class) SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 Bare Heart Boudoir, Los Osos

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, Nipomo

Cambria Community Chorale: It’s the Holiday Season

Mo Betta Jazz: Christmas from Paris with Love

A Merry Monte Mills Holiday Cocktail Party

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 Club Car Bar, Templeton Mercantile

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 Bare Heart Boudoir, Los Osos

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 Park Ballroom, Paso Robles

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 Front Street, Avila Beach

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 First Presbyterian Church, SLO

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Arts ARTIFACTS Community Foundation of SLO County awards $25,000 to Paso Robles Youth Arts Center

New grant funds will help the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center meet the increasing demand for its free after-school arts programs, according to the local nonprofit. In late October, the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center received a $25,000 grant from the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County, which split a total of $400,000 in grants to award to various local organizations. Heidi McPherson, CEO of the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County, described the goal of the organization’s General Grants Program in press materials as a way “to provide funding for agencies that directly address community needs.” Ann Berry-Gallegos, executive director at the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center, said in press materials that the center is “incredibly grateful for the foundation’s leadership in building an enduring, thriving, and engaged community.” The Paso Robles Youth Arts Center recently commemorated its 25th anniversary during its Dining with the Arts Gala on Nov. 10. The $25,000 grant will be used to help support the center’s ongoing free classes in music, art, drama, and culinary enrichment for local youth, with courses offered at ages 5 through 18. The venue has been a hub for free visual and performing arts classes in Paso Robles since 1998, when it was founded by artist and philanthropist Donna Berg to provide children in the city and surrounding areas with a safe place to learn about and participate in the arts, regardless of their socioeconomic status, according to press materials. To learn more about the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center, visit pryoutharts.org. The center is located at 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles.

Atascadero High School Black Box Theater presents Cowboy Noir And His Gang of Misfits

For two weekends in December, performances of Cowboy Noir And His Gang of Misfits will run at the Atascadero High School Black Box Theater. The showtimes for this studentwritten Western comedy are Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 at 7 p.m., Dec. 2 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. For more info on Cowboy Noir and His Gang of Misfits, written by Karson Deveraux and directed by Shawna Volpa, visit ahsblackbox. ludus.com. Tickets to the show are $10 each. The Atascadero High School Black Box Theater is located at 1 High School Hill Road, Atascadero. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood

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Wild splendor Alisa Sikelianos-Carter explores space and Black history in new SLOMA exhibit

ow does your hair define you? For New York-based mixed-media artist Alisa Sikelianos-Carter, hair—specifically Black hair—is a tool, a device that allows an exploration of something far more than just outward appearance. “My work is using images of hair and extrapolating the stories that hair tells into more abstract work,” Sikelianos-Carter said. “In this case, I focus on hair as a symbol of power and empowerment for people of color—primarily Black people.” That expression of empowerment is on display in Sikelianos-Carter’s upcoming exhibition at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA), officially titled Space and Splendor: A Topography of Wildness. “Hair is such a powerful tool that is used by Black people as a means of expression and showcase of their freedom,” Sikelianos-Carter said. She has had her work featured across the country in different forms, but this is the first time she’s bringing her efforts to an in-person exhibit in California. “I am thrilled to show my work to other people, especially in California and San Luis Obispo since I’m so new to the area,” she said. “This is the first show I am putting on out here where I will be able to attend and see all the pieces in person.” Sikelianos-Carter said that now more than ever, it’s important to have art that explores the role hair has in the day-to-day resilience that people of color display. “I wanted these pieces to focus on Black hair as this divine technological adaptation that Black people have carried with them over the years,” she said. “Especially in recent times, where they have encountered acts of white supremacy.” The exhibition—on display in the Gray Wing of SLOMA through March 2024—aims to explore the unconditional, ancestral, and ancient history of Black people through small sculptures and large installations of works on paper. “Most of the time I come up with them, I take these pictures of strands of hair and space I find online and use them as inspiration,” SikelianosCarter said. “It comes out as these two half images where one part is this abstract space and the other

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View Space and Splendor: A Topography of Wildness in person through March 10 at the SLO Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. For more information on Alisa Sikelianos-Carter and her work, visit alisasikelianoscarter.com.

is the flowing hair or braid.” Space—and the open vastness and existentialism that accompanies it—is another major source of inspiration for SikelianosCarter, who said she has opened up to purely exploring the cosmos in her work in recent years. “I’ve been exploring physics and the idea of how we perceive the world around us—especially in how that reflects off of my more traditional influences,” she said. “As a result, some of the pieces are more abstract, taking influence from things like plants, celestial objects, and even geographical concepts.” Sikelianos-Carter explained that this exploration into the more abstract concepts has given new life to some aspects of her art and the divine nature of Black hair. “It has helped open up the world around me more than my work did in the past,” she said. “Especially since it’s a theme and concept that I BEAUTIFUL BLOOM Wild, flowing, and ever-shifting depending on never really sat down and chose to the viewer’s perspective, this is how Alisa Sikelianos-Carter views her focus on before.” abstract mixed-media art (including Bloom). In this new body of work, she said she’s found that she can move invite them to explore the symbols and objects in away from a physical figure and more into the their culture that not only express resilience but pure expression that is afforded by the openness of allow them to stand out. space. “I’ve had a lot of people describe the feelings of “When you are thinking about these concepts seeing my work as seeing a video or being in person like the beginning of existence and when the moon is coming up how something as simple as one’s over the horizon,” she said. hair plays into that, you start to see “When you look at the art like the world differently,” Sikelianosthat, you are doing more than Send gallery, stage, Carter said. “It leaves my world—at just expressing something, you and cultrual festivities to least to me—feeling very celestial.” are exploring.” ∆ arts@newtimesslo.com. It’s that openness to explore and express such grand concepts that Staff Writer Adrian Vincent Sikelianos-Carter is hopeful will Rosas is watching the moon come up on the horizon. resonate with the viewers of the gallery and in turn Reach him at arosas@newtimesslo.com.

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SPACE SPLENDOR New York-based artist Alisa Sikelianos-Carter, whose work is now on display at SLOMA, aims to explore the divine technology of Black hair through abstract works that blend space, strands, and stories to tell a narrative of resilience.

WONDERFUL WAVES Blending the power of strands of hair and explorations of abstract space, Alisa Sikelianos-Carter crafts artistic wonder like this piece, There’s a Wave in Every Cell.

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RADICAL (PG-13)

Fri: 4:15, 7:00 • Sat: 1:30, 7:00 • Sun: 1:30, 4:15, 7:00 Mon, Wed-Thurs: 4:15, 7:00 Taika Waititi’s NEXT GOAL WINS (PG-13) Fri: 4:15, 7:00, 9:30 • Sat: 1:30, 7:00, 9:30 Sun: 1:30 • Mon, Wed-Thurs: 4:15

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Fri-Sat-Sun: 4:15 • Mon: 7:00 • Weds-Thurs: 4:15 Sofia Coppola’s PRISCILLA (R) Fri: 9:30 • Sat: 4:15, 9:30 • Sun: 7:00 No Shows Mon or Tues • Wed-Thurs: 7:00

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FANTASTIC MR. FOX (PG) Sat: 1:30, 4:15, 7:00 • Mon: 7:00

Dario Argento’s SUSPIRIA (1977) (R) Saturday Only! 9:30 Alfred Hitchcock’s

STRANGERS ON A TRAIN (PG) Sunday Only! 1:30, 4:15, 7:00

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Bulbul I once belonged to the prime target group for the Hunger Games book series. My friends and I devoured the Suzanne Collins novels early on in high school, and we eagerly caught the movie adaptations on the big screen toward the end of our school days. Eight years later, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes proves to be a powerful revisit of the Hunger Games universe. I’ve yet to read Collins’ fourth book, which was published in 2020, but its film version makes me want to grab a copy ASAP. The new prequel is the origin story of President Snow during the early days of the postapocalyptic nation of Panem. Newcomer Tom Blyth charismatically portrays Snow, his compassion, willfulness, and hunger for power that eventually launches him into the ruthless and calculated dictator played by Donald Sutherland. Born into wealth that’s considerably diminished, 19-year-old Snow still lives in rarefied society while concealing his family’s near squalor. He and his uppercrust classmates get reluctantly paired with kids from the struggling neighboring districts who have to compete in the Hunger Games as punishment for revolting against the ruling Capitol. Acting as a mentor for defiant “songbird” Lucy Gray (Rachel Zegler), Snow is torn between orders to make her a spectacle, which could propel him into wealth, and doing the right thing by helping her live. Caleb Going in, I knew this installment of the franchise featured a young version of Snow, but I didn’t realize he’d be its focus. The outcome is a surprisingly engrossing

CASTLEVANIA: NOCTURNE

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PUT ME IN, COACH A young Coriolanus Snow (Tom Blyth) coaches Hunger Games contestant Lucy Gray (Rachel Zegler) in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.

oung and ambitious Coriolanus Snow (Tom Blyth) is assigned as a mentor to Lucy Gray, an impoverished District 12 resident (Rachel Zegler) plucked to participate in the bloody Hunger Games. Together, Snow and Gray must strategize her survival in the televised games where kids battle to their deaths—and face the consequences of it. The film is a prequel set 64 years before the original Hunger Games trilogy. (158 min.)

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was more than content with the conclusion of Netflix’s four-season vampire anime Castlevania (2017-2021) because the series’ overarching story ended with a satisfying sense of completion. Even as much as I love the underrated, critically maligned string of video game films that graced the ‘90s—Super Mario Bros. (with Bob Hoskins, not Chris Pratt), Double Dragon, Street Fighter,

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character study. I don’t think there’s a single scene in the film that is outside his point of view. We’re only ever introduced to other characters through his eyes, including Gray, who forms a plausible alliance with her mentor after being raffled at random into participating in the film’s titular death tournament. We also meet Casca Highbottom (Peter Dinklage), the Hunger Games’ original co-founder and dean of the academy Snow is enrolled at. Highbottom deliberately makes life harder for Snow seemingly based on a long-lasting vendetta he’s kept against the student’s deceased father. It’s like Severus Snape and Harry Potter all over again, but without hope of reconciliation. But Snow is not without a support system. The Hunger Games’ head gamemaker, Volumnia Gaul (Viola Davis), admires his tactfulness and overall approach to coaching Gray, who he treats more like an equal than death match fodder. Snow has a best friend at school too, Sejanus Plinth (Josh Andres Rivera), who also serves as a Hunger Games mentor, but a reluctant one who unashamedly denounces the games as barbaric. Bulbul Snow’s story is split into three parts that span more than two and a half hours.

etc.—I would go as far as to tout Castlevania as the best video game-to-screen adaptation yet, but a possible contender could be on the horizon. After watching 2023’s Castlevania: Nocturne, the anime’s anticipated spin-off that premiered earlier this fall, I’m stoked and somewhat shocked to report it’s on par with the original series. The new show follows Richter Belmont, a descendant of Castlevania protagonist vampire killer Trevor Belmont, who continues his family’s crusade against bloodsuckers and other creatures of the night plaguing France during the late 1700s. With one season so far, time will tell how the new series as a whole stacks up against its predecessor. But it’s off to a bloody good start. (eight 25-min. episodes) —Caleb IMAGE COURTESY OF NETFLIX

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The film does feel long at times but it’s a smooth, riveting watch. Yes, reading the books and watching the original trilogy will make for a richer viewing experience, but The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes works as a standalone movie. It’s jarring to see what the Hunger Games and Capitol rule used to look like and how far—and little—the two have progressed in terms of grandiosity, class consciousness, and warfare. I’m both impressed and relieved that the film stands the test of time and rests as an equal beside its three predecessors. Caleb I might have given this Hunger Games entry a matinee rating without its third act, which elevated the film to full price for me. It’s a fascinating chapter on Snow’s time serving as a Peacekeeper—a buzz-cut foot soldier in the Capitol’s military—after a fall from grace. I wasn’t expecting to see this facet of Panem society explored, and it’s engaging to experience it through Snow’s perspective, especially with his future calling in mind. Villain origin stories have been trending for a while now, but I find the best of them refreshing compared to the onslaught of multi-character mash-up movies we’re used to. In a world oversaturated with one-note team-up flicks, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes feels singular. ∆ Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal and Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood wrote Split Screen this week. Send comments to gstarkey@ newtimesslo.com. PHOTO COURTESY OF NETFLIX

THE CROWN (SEASON SIX)

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he heady dramatization of the life and surroundings of England’s longest-reigning monarch draws to a roaring conclusion with the sixth season. The Crown now handles the events of the late 1990s, perhaps the most controversial time period yet, which revolve around Princess Diana’s (Elizabeth Debicki) short-lived dalliance with Harrods heir Dodi Fayed orchestrated by his billionaire father Mohamed Al-Fayed. The season is broken in two halves—Netflix released four episodes on Nov. 16 and the last six will be aired on Dec. 14. The first installment brings viewers up close to the queen’s (Imelda Staunton) disapproval of both Diana and her son Prince Charles’ (Dominic West) new post-divorce relationships, and culminates with the princess and Fayed’s fatal car crash in Paris. It’s a stunning look into early paparazzi culture and its effects on its targets. Spanning between 1997 and 2005, the second installment will touch on pivotal moments in pop culture and world history alike, such as the budding romance between Prince William and Kate Middleton,

FAMILY TIES The last season of The Crown spotlights Princess Diana’s (Elizabeth Debicki) final days with her sons, Princes William (Rufus Kampa) and Harry (Fflyn Edwards), before her tragic end in Paris. the premiership of former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, and the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles. With some creative liberties, The Crown was controversial for its incisive portrayal of the royal family. It weathered both criticism and praise from the late Queen Elizabeth, and the final season is the first to be produced since her passing. I’ve followed the series from the very beginning, and I’m on the edge of my seat to see how it all finally ends. (10 approximately 50-min. episodes) ∆ —Bulbul

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rom childhood TV star (Suburban Beat, Life with Lucy) to teenage movie star (Troop Beverly Hills, The Wizard) to 22-year-old rock ’n’ roll frontwoman of highly praised indie rock band Rilo Kiley, Jenny Lewis has been in front of an audience pretty much her whole life. She never seems to slow down. When one band ends, another begins: the Postal Service, Jenny & Johnny, Nice as Fuck. When there’s a break in music, she finds herself in front of the camera (the Bill Murray Christmas special A Very Murray Christmas) or doing voice work (American Dad!, Bolt). These days she’s touring in support of her fifth solo album, Joy’All (2023) on Blue Note Records, a 10-track album that’s been acclaimed by the critics. “Jenny Lewis keeps finding her magic,” gushed The New York Times. “A kaleidoscopic pivot of the grandest proportions,” touted PASTE. “Joy’All is Lewis’ brightest, grooviest, and coolest album yet.” “Cool” is a word that seems to get tossed around a lot with Lewis. She comes off as unflappable, and whether she’s slinging her guitar, playing drums, or tickling the keys, she’s in the driver’s seat—total control. Check out her video for “Psychos,” one of the album’s first singles. It’s retro and hip and the lyrics are dripping with—I have to say it again—cool. “I’m not a psycho/ I’m just tryna get laid/ I’m a rock-and-roll disciple/ In a video game/ Turn down the treble/ Drop the bass/ Respect to your guru/ Namaste, yeah.” Jenny Lewis on her The Joy’All Ball Tour plays the Fremont Theater this Tuesday, Nov. 28 (7 p.m.; all ages; $40 at prekindle.com). Special guests Logan Ledger and LA Lom will open the show! Animated stand-up comic and former Saturday Night Live cast member (1995-1998) Jim Breuer brings the laughs to the Fremont on Thursday, Nov. 30 (8 p.m.; all ages; $32.50 to $72.50 at prekindle.com). He also starred with Dave Chappelle in the 1998 stoner comedy Half Baked, as well as other films such as Dick (1999) and Beer League (2006).

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The Siren kicks off its week when DJ Charles Feelgood spins a house party dance set on Friday, Nov. 24 (8 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). “By popular demand, The Siren is moving the dining room tables outside for maximum dance party space as we welcome Charles Feelgood,” the club announced. Feelgood was instrumental in building the electronic music scene in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., renowned for his remixing skills that incorporate various styles of four-on-the-floor house music that keeps dancers moving. As Feelgood says, “I just want to do what the name implies, to make people have a good time and go home with a great feeling.” Also at The Siren, get ready to rock when Big Wheel Cobra (formerly Truth About Seafood) plays this Saturday, Nov. 25 (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). They have great originals as well as covers by the likes of Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, and Stevie Wonder.

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“Something will have to help get that turkey out of your system!” the band said. “See you there.” The Siren’s really big show this week comes from (((folkYEAH!))), which presents Ty Segall playing solo acoustic on Thursday, Nov. 30 (7:30 p.m.; 21-andolder; $30 to $35 at eventbrite.com). The multi-instrumentalist singersongwriter started his solo career in 2008 with a self-titled album and has now released a total of 14 full-length studio recordings with a new one—Three Bells—announced for next year. His style has been called garage and psyche rock, but he takes his music wherever it seems to want to go. He’s usually backed by the Freedom Band, but he’s solo and acoustic this time around, so it promises to be something a bit different.

Empoderamiento femenino Mariachi music has traditionally been a male thing and remains largely male-centric, but there have certainly been some female inroads over the years. The very first allfemale mariachi band on record was Las Adelitas, which formed in 1948 in Mexico City. Others have followed, and the very first and only New York City all-female mariachi band remains Flor De Toloache, which thanks to Cal Poly Arts plays Tuesday, Nov.

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Gary Lamprecht, along with accompanist Judy Robertson, Vocal Arts’ new show will feature “classical choral music, holiday favorites, and a couple of offbeat surprises,” organizers promise. “All shows will end with a rousing singalong of holiday favorites.”

Songs of hope At time when wars THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT Nonprofit organization Music for Life are raging and innocents presents The African Children’s Choir on Nov. 29, in SLO’s Zion are dying, we all need a Lutheran Church. reminder that good things rise above their conditions so they can bring still occur in the world. positive, lasting change to their families, This Wednesday, Nov. 29, The African communities, and countries.” Children’s Choir makes its annual stop If you’re on the fence, check out a few through SLO Town to play Zion Lutheran online videos. This is joyous, wonderful Church (7 p.m.; all ages; free though music. donations are welcome). “The African Children’s Choir proves just Brought to you by the international how powerful music can be,” Tina Sipp, choir nonprofit organization Music for Life, manager for the African Children’s Choir, this concert is one of 50 stops on their said in press materials. “These concerts cross-country tour. Composed of 10- to provide hope and encouragement, not just to 12-year-olds who hail from vulnerable our audiences, but to the children whose lives backgrounds and have faced hardship and a are forever changed by their experiences with lack of education, the choir presents popular the choir.” ∆ children’s music, traditional spiritual songs, and African cultural pieces. Music for Life believes these experiences offer “education, Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at discipleship, and leadership skills needed to gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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ultural fusion at Azteca Market is Tasty education evident even before you read the menu Try Guatemalan food from Azteca Market on 7367 El or taste the food. Camino Real in Atascadero. They’re open Monday through A blue and white Guatemalan flag hangs Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 8 a.m. from the ceiling of the freshly minted to 6 p.m. Visit aztecamarketatascadero.com to check out Atascadero restaurant. It rests against rows the menu. Keep up with the restaurant on Facebook and and rows of papel picado—the colorful Instagram @aztecamarketatascadero. Mexican bunting that comes in a rainbow mix of purple, pink, red, orange, green, and Amanda told New Times that Guatemalan blue. The two styles of decoration symbolize food focuses on stews. the backgrounds of Azteca Market’s owners: “The ingredients are simple, but they focus Guatemalan Carolina Fuentes and her on the spices and herbs,” she said. “When husband, Gabriel Zenteno, who’s from my mom cooks, she uses different types of Chiapas, Mexico. chilies—no seeds—to make one sauce.” “The market came from him. He had a Heavy hitters in Guatemalan recipes small market in Chiapas,” Fuentes said of include sesame seeds, chile guajillo, chile Zenteno. “I had the idea about the restaurant, ancho, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, vinegar, and he was like, ‘Let’s combine both things!’” and ginger root. The business’ branding is telling. The name A lot of these ingredients feature in the Azteca Market is an homage to Mexico while country’s national dish: pepián, which is its logo of a resplendent quetzal flies proud as chicken stewed in a rich red sauce packed with Guatemala’s national bird. green beans, carrots, and chayote squash. Counters of toys split the store into “Many years ago, before the Spanish two halves. One part serves as the market people conquered my land, pepián was only containing shelves and racks stocked with for Mayan kings and queens,” Fuentes said. bottles of hot sauce, an assortment of dried “When the Spanish people came, they said, chilies, jars of chamoy, cans of chipotle in ‘Pepián is for everyone.’” adobo sauce, jars of chicken bouillon powder, Azteca Market offers piping hot pepián boxes of sweets like de la Rosa Marzipan and throughout the year with a side of rice and Mamut, and even clothes. handmade tortillas. This holiday season, The other half is where the husband-andthe pepián plate is available as a combo that wife duo doles out Guatemalan Mexican food comes with a cup of a Guatemalan fruit with the help of their daughters Amanda and punch called ponche. Hilary Morales. While many in San Luis Obispo County are Raised in Guatemala City, Fuentes is a being introduced to Guatemalan food through “city girl” who made Atascadero her home Azteca Market, it appears to be no stranger 25 years ago. Though she lives in a county to some other nationalities. Fuentes recalled a with a smorgasbord of Mexican restaurants, German woman who ordered a Guatemalan she found a gap when it came to Guatemalan stew with chicken in cream sauce. It reminded delicacies. Azteca Market is her way of the customer of geschnetzeltes. introducing the community to an unfamiliar “She said, ‘This is from Germany! We cuisine by fusing it with a familiar one. eat the same thing in Germany,’” Fuentes Still, there are a few said. “For me, it was a huge major differences between surprise. I was all, ‘Oh, look Guatemalan and Mexican at that!’” Another favorite Azteca cooking. Market creation is the “We don’t eat spicy,” hilachas—shredded beef Fuentes said with a laugh. Send tidbits on everything stewed in a lightly spiced “We combine Mayan food food and drink to bites@newtimesslo.com. but vibrant red sauce that with Spanish food.” comes with potatoes and Fuentes’ daughter

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carrots. The beef is tender and the broth-like sauce packs a flavorful punch. It’s perfect with the warm, freshly made tortillas that Fuentes makes, and it’s even better with rice. Pair the hilachas with a refreshing glass of Guatemalan horchata, which is creamier and more generously spiced than the Mexican variety. Hilachas may be Guatemalan but in Azteca Market, Fuentes’ husband Zenteno includes his own secret ingredients to bump up the flavor. PUPUSA PUNCH Dig into a platter of fresh and hot cheesy “She puts a lot of pupusas that can include beans, pork, jalapeños, or an upcoming Guatemalan flavors into the addition of an edible South American flower called loroco. hilachas but certain spices had salsas like that, which is funny to us she adds reminds me of because it’s so traditional to us and where traditional Chiapas food,” he said. Zenteno’s influence features on the menu he’s [Zenteno] from,” Amanda said. “They through the recipes from his family. His late buy it in ounces from us and give it to family mother’s version of Mexican tamales sold members as gifts.” out within the day at Azteca Market, and her Zenteno also devised the hefty El Kilo salsas are available in four different forms— Burrito, which weighs 2 pounds and the mild, green molcajete, red molcajete, and family considers it to be one of the largest spicy peanut. “A lot of people tell us they’ve never

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sold across the county. Unlike Fuentes’ Guatemalan upbringing, Zenteno grew up craving spice. While Azteca Market’s Guatemalan food isn’t fiery, the family serves the spiciest salsa called the Crybaby in his honor. “My husband eats a lot of habaneros. So, I made that salsa and asked him to try it,” Fuentes said. “He said, ‘Oh, I don’t think it’ll be all that spicy.’ But when he tried it, he was sweating and crying. So, we called him a crybaby and he said, ‘That’s the perfect name for it!’” The family has finally hit its stride after opening Azteca Market this June. They’re gearing to plate up more specialty dishes like fried plantain stuffed with black bean paste or Nutella, a vegetarian tostada plate featuring beets and cabbage, pupusas filled with cheese and an edible South American flower called loroco, and Guatemalan tamales. “Mexican tamales use corn husks and use green and red salsas. They’re also small,” Fuentes said. “In Guatemala, they are big, and we use banana leaves.” She added that almost every element in Azteca Market—from the masa incorporated in the tortillas to the Guatemalan-style pickled slaw called curtido—is prepared fresh by her and Zenteno. Fuentes is adamant to not use ingredients, especially fruits and vegetables, from a can. She takes pride in using fresh and whole produce—that’s how her grandmother taught her to cook. “I make food with love,” she said. “So many clients tell me, ‘I was having a bad day,

but I came here, ate your food, and will go home happy.’ That’s exactly what I want for everybody.” Fuentes’ warm, maternal side also shines in her customer service. “She’s a traditional Guatemalan mom, too,” Amanda said with a laugh. “If you’re a regular, she’ll be all, ‘I’ve put an extra tortilla for you! I’ve put an extra egg! Try my salsas!’ and she’ll give them 10.” ∆ Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal will take a pepián plate for here and a hilachas platter to go. Send white rice to brajagopal@ newtimesslo.com.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 2170021716 of the Business & Professions Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 7th day of December 2023, at 9:00AM, at www.storagetreasures.com. Property is stored at Central Coast Self Storage, 725 Sheridan Road, Arroyo Grande, CA County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the contents of the following tenant’s storage space(s): Angelicque Madrid, Kenneth Biven, Mark Cosgrove, & Bobby Dowdy. The contents of these storage spaces include furniture, appliances, vacuum, toys, books, yard equip and tools, computer equip, camping gear, tile saw, power tools, kids motorcycle, sports equip, misc. boxes, containers, & other items. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash and credit card only. All purchased items sold as is where is and must be removed within 72 hours of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Auctioneer: Plastino Interests, Inc., CA Bond#7901004996 Online Auction Platform: www.storagetreasures.com Facility Phone: (805) 4811484 November 23 & 30, 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2498 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as BUENA VISTA CANINES LLC, 1870 Alrita Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Sydney McGovern (1870 Alrita Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Buena Vista Canines, LLC, Sydney McGovern, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-16-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Paredes. Exp. 11-16-28. November 30, December 7, 14 & 21, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023-2507 (12/31/2005) New Filing

The following person is doing business as BY THE SEA PRODUCTIONS, 545 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Pewter Plough Players, Inc. (545 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Pewter Plough Players, Inc., Rhonda Crowfoot, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-17-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2360 (11/21/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as MERIT PROFILES BACKGROUND SCREENING, 200 S. 13th Street, Suite 108, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. GK Security Inc. (200 S. 13th Street, Suite 108, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ GK Security Inc., William Rinehart, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-24-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2365 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as M & M AVIATION, 1146 E Grand Ave Arroyo Grande, CA, 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Saira S Moore. (1146 E Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Saira S Moore. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-26-23. 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. 10-26-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2368 (08/16/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as QUICK TECH, 2121 10TH Street, Suite A, Los Osos, CA, 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Chad Crawford. (2121 10TH Street, Suite A, Los Osos, CA, 93402. This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chad Crawford. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-26-23. 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. 10-26-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2371 (03/01/2004) New Filing The following person is doing business as CREATIVE FENCE CO., 1896 Huasna, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Gregory Alexander Orduno. (1896 Huasna, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gregory Alexander Orduno. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-26-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 10-26-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2440 (11/01/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as SMOKE’N TIKI, 845 Embarcadero Suite F Morro Bay CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Smoke’n Tiki LLC. (845 Embarcadero Suite F Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Smoke’n Tiki LLC, Dane Jacobs, Manager/Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Stiletto Exp. 11-07-28. November 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2374 (10/26/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as FABULOUS WINES, 5115 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles CA, 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Le Vinge Winery, Inc.(5115 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles CA, 93446).This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Le Vinge Winery, Inc., Scott Keller, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-26-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-26-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023 @Rule:

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FILE NO. 2023-2199 (08/15/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO PERFORMANCE MARINE, 245 Tank Farm Road, Unit H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Aaron Johnston. (245 Tank Farm Road, Unit H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aaron Johnston. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2823. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O.Palma, Deputy. Exp. 9-28-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2282 (10/12/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as IN HIS ARMS JEWELRY & ART, 130 S. Fifth Street Unit 101, Lompoc, CA 93436. San Luis Obispo County. Rachel Ann Elkins (130 S. Fifth Street Unit 101, Lompoc, CA 93436). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rachel Ann Elkins. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-12-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-12-28. November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2293 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as A LIST PRESSURE WASHING, 63 8th St. Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Cole Anthony Schoenthal (63 8th St, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cole Anthony Schoenthal. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-13-23. 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. 10-13-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2296 (10/16/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as MAMA’S MEATBALL SLO, 570 Higuera St. Suite 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Mama’s Meatball Franchise, LLC. (37 Mariposa Dr. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Mama’s Meatball Franchise, LLC. Nicola Allegretta, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-23. 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. 10-16-28. November 9,16, 23, & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2307 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as PORTER’S PECKERS, 15726 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Ernest Craig Porter (15726 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422), Lisa Ann Porter (15726 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Ernest Craig Porter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–17-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-17-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2311 (08/01/2003) New Filing The following person is doing business as ANNEX SUPPLY CO., 150 West Branch Street, Ste B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Hive Supply Co. (289 Gait Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Hive Supply Co., Tracy Sonny, Chief Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-17-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 10-17-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2336 (07/01/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as PRIME RESIDENTIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES, LLC. 811 Spring Street, #102, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Prime Residential Services, LLC. (811 Spring Street, #102, Paso Robles, CA 93446).This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Prime Residential Services, LLC., Alberto Lara, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-19-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 10-19-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2352 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as PACIFIC HYDROLOGIC DATA & MONITORING, 210 Oro Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Charles Scrudato (210 Oro Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matthew Charles Scrudato. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-24-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2353 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as MORRO GRILL 1215 Embarcadero Rd., Suite E., Morro Bay, CA 93442 San Luis Obispo County. Beach Burger, Inc. (571 Embarcadero Rd., Suite C, Morro Bay, CA 93442).This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Beach Burger, Inc., Fernando Anguiano, President . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-24-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FILE NO. 2023-2370 (10/26/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as SACRED SOUL AWAKENING, 142 Windward Avenue, Apt. 6, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Haley Ashlyn Dyson. (142 Windward Avenue, Apt. 6, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Haley Ashlyn Dyson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-2623. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M.Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 10-26-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2357 (10/24/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as COMBAT KITCHEN, 9150 Harvest Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Medcorp Distributing, Inc. (P.O. Box 2307, Paso Robles, CA 93447). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Medcorp Distributing, Inc., Carly Medeiros, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-24-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2358 (10/24/2028) New Filing The following person is doing business as INNERBLOOM PSYCHEDELIC THERAPY, 1242 Monterey St., Ste. 130A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy (1242 Monterey St Ste. 130A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy., Ray Herman Rivas, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-23. 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. 10-24-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2362 (10/25/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as GO DO FITNESS, 308 San Miguel Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Garrett G Doolittle, Nicolas S Uecker (60 Rafael Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A General Partnership, Garrett G Doolittle, Nicolas S Uecker, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-23. 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. 10-2528. November 2, 9, 16 and 23.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2364 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as CITY WIDE FACILITY SOLUTIONS, 1212 Carmel St, San Luis Obispo CA, 93401. San Luis Obispo County. BKA Management LLC. (1212 Carmel St, San Luis Obispo CA, 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ BKA Management LLC., Breck Ashdown, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-23. 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. 10-25-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2369 (10/26/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as BELLIZZIMO BEAUTY, 2 Angello Terrace, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Natalie N Ozzimo (2 Angello Terrace, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A Individual /s/ Natalie N Ozzimo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–2623. 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. 10-26-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

FILE NO. 2023-2372 (10/26/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as GOLF COMMUNITY REALTY, GOLF COURSE HOMES, GOLF COURSE PROPERTIES, 1740 Louise Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444 San Luis Obispo County. Gary E. Frimann (1740 Louise Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gary E. Frimann. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-26-23. 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. 10-26-23. November 9, & 16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2373 (11/01/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as SUMMERLAND CO., 1023 Morro St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kelly Yates, Michael Yates (5850 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A Married Couple, Kelly Yates, Michael Yates. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-2623. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-26-23. November 9, & 16, 23 & 30, 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2375 (03/01/1987) New Filing The following person is doing business as PORTICOS MOBILEHOME & GARDEN PARK, 2550 Cienaga St, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Maria Sausa Porticos (2510 Cienaga St, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Maria Sausa Porticos. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-26-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-26-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2376 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE TILE GUYS, 9712 Pinal Ave. Space A-11, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Robert B Hedges (9712 Pinal Ave. Space A-11, Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert B Hedges. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-27-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10-27-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2378 (10/02/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as J.G. PAINTING, 535 S Traffic Way #36, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. John Carter Godwin (535 S Traffic Way 36, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Carter Godwin, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-27-23. 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. 10-27-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2381 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as OCEANO SAND CO 1200 Silver Spur Pl, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. James Edgar Guiton II (636 Air Park Dr Oceano, California 93445), James Edgar Guiton (1142 Vard Loomis Lane Arroyo Grande, California 93420), Linda Marie Austin (1330 Lakeside Oceano, California 93445). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ James Guiton II. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-27-23. 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. 10-27-28. November 16, 23, 30 & December 7, 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2385 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as SURF RAT DONUTS, 101 D St. Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Benjamin Gobel Brown III (1472 10th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Benjamin Gobel Brown III. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-3023. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 10-30-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2387 (10/01/1990) New Filing The following person is doing business as MEDIUM MASTERS, 3057 S Higuera St, Spc 131, San Luis Obispo CA, 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Suzan N Vaughn. (3057 S Higuera St, Spc 131, San Luis Obispo CA, 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Suzan N Vaughn. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-30-23. 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. 1030-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

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FILE NO. 2023-2389 (10/30/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as FERNANDO GARDEN, 2200 Sandown Pl, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Edwin Fernando Ramirez Trinidad (2200 Sandown Pl, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A Individual /s/ Edwin Fernando Ramirez Trinidad. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–30-23. 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. 10–30-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2391 (10/31/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as GOLDEN VALLEY TAX SERVICE, 3126 Sprint St Suite B, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Andres Aguilar F (511 San Luis Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A Individual /s/ Andres Aguilar F. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–3123. 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. 10–31-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2392 (09/16/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as CULTURESTOKE, 1696 Baden Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Culturestoke LLC (1696 Baden Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Culturestoke LLC, Martin Imes, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–31-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 10–31-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2393 (10/31/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST HANDYMAN SERVICE, 491 Higos Way, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. John A Mercier (491 Higos Way, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Individual /s/ John A Mercier. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–3123. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 10–31-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2396 (10/16/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as 33RPM SOAP COMPANY, 1448 8th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Adam Bauman (1448 8th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A Individual /s/ Adam Bauman. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10–31-23. 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. 10–31-28. November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2398 (07/15/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as LEAF ENGINEERS,1327 Archer Street, Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. PBK Architects, Inc. (11 Greenway Plaza, 22nd Floor, Houston, Texas, 77046). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ PBK Architects, Inc., Mark Madorsky, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-31-23. 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. 10-31-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2405 (11/01/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as RANCHO GRANDE MOTORS,1404 Auto Park Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.San Luis Obispo County. Cuesta Investments, Inc. (1404 Auto Park Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Cuesta Investments, Inc, Christopher Scott Wallace, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-01-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 1101-28. November 9, & 16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2407 (11/01/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as WEST LANDSCAPE AND TRACTOR SERVICE, 7491 Kingsbury Rd. Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew J West (7491 Kingsbury Rd. Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matt T Kokkonen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-01-23. 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. 11-01-28. November 9,16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2408 (09/01/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as GOD DOG, 365 S. 4th St. Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Stop & Go Pest Control (6113 Mohawk St Bakersfield California 93308). This business is conducted by An CA Corporation /s/, Stop & Go Pest Control, Joseph Essert, Chief Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-01-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 11-01-28. November 9,16, 23 & 30, 2023

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2412 (11/02/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as SUNNY MERCH RETAIL, 1551 Pomeroy Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93406. San Luis Obispo County. Esther Dickey (1551 Pomeroy Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Esther Dickey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-27-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 11-02-28. November 2, 9, 16 & 23 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2413 (12/30/21) New Filing The following person is doing business as BMKM GENERAL ENGINEERING, 1508 Mill St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. BMKM Inc. (1508 Mill St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ BMKM Inc., Branson Morain, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-02-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 11-02-28. November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2418 (11/03/2028) New Filing The following person is doing business as GOLD COAST PROPERTIES, 717 E. Grand Ave. Suite B, Arroyo Grande CA, 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Gold Coast Properties (717 E. Grand Ave, Suite B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual Betty Dong Martin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-03-23. 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. 11-03-28. November 9, & 16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2419 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as EDNA VALLEY FARMING, 263 Esparto Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Kienun B Kocan. (263 Esparto Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Indivdual /s/ Kienun B Kocan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-03-23. 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. 11-03-28. November 9, & 16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2420 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as JOSH HILLIS COACHING, 347 Escondido Way, Shandon, CA 93461. San Luis Obispo County. Josh’s Garage Fitness LLC. (2108 N St #6950, Sacramento, CA 95816 California). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Josh’s Garage Fitness, LLC, Joshua Hillis, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-03-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Stiletto Exp. 11-03-28. November 16, 23 & 30, December 7, 2023

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2427 (11/06/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as COAST & COUNTY BROKERS, 1187 13th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Steven Larry Weiss (1187 13th Street, Paso Robles, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/, Steven Larry Weiss. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-23. 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. 1020-28. November 9, & 16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2428 (06/01/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as JOY DENTAL MARKETING, JOY MARKETING AGENCY, JOY MARKETING, JOY CREATIVES, JOY DESIGN, JOY DIGITAL MARKETING, SLO MARKETING AGENCY, SAN LUIS OBISPO MARKETING AGENCY, JOY INNOVATIONS, SLO DIGITAL MARKETING AGENCY, SAN LUIS OBISPO DIGITAL MARKETING AGENCY, ATTRACT YOUR IDEAL CLIENT, 569 Diego Rivera Ln, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Double Helix Design LLC. (569 Diego Rivera Ln, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Double Helix Design LLC , Ryan Meffert, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-23. 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. 1106-28. November 9,16, 23 & 30, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2437 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as JJ BUILDING, 19 Atlantic City Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433-1201. San Luis Obispo County. Jeffrey John Planinac (19 Atlantic City Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433-1201). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jeffrey John Planinac. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-23. 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. 11-07-28. November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2438 (11/06/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as PATRIOT MOBILE BOAT SERVICE, 2160 Holly Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Richard D Greene (2160 Holly Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-07-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 1107-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2447 (01/01/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as PISMO BEACH GAS, 890 N 4th Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. GSM Business Ventures, Inc. (890 N 4th Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ GSM Business Ventures Inc., Gaurav Vasudeva, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-08-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugaide, Deputy. Exp. 11-08-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2448 (9/19/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as OLIVEIRA PAINTING, 2040 Beach #A, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Clark Charles Dodge III (2040 Beach #A, Oceano, California 93445). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-08-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 11-08-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2455 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as CHRIST WHEEL APPAREL, 2950 Broad St., #1045, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, San Luis Obispo County. Louise Boyd (1440 Burton Dr. Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Louise Boyd. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-09-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 11-09-28. November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2458 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as HANNA’S RESTAURANT MEXICAN FUSION, 1412 E. Grand Ave. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Cesar Armando Cortes Esparza (3970 Orcutt Rd. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). Diana Margarita Cortes Esparza (1911 B 12th St, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Diana Margarita Cortes Esparza. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-09-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 11-09-28. November 16, 23, 30 & December 7, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2464 (09/18/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as RED WOLF STRENGTH TRAINING, 566 N 1st St, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Nethaniel Cody Gann (566 N 1st St, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-23. 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. 11-13-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2466 (11/13/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as VEHICLE4ENSICS, 1241 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 San Luis Obispo County. Venture Too, Inc. (1241 Johnson Ave, #165, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Venture Too, Inc., AG Speake, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-1323. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-28. November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2472 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as BOOK & BOTTLE CRAFT, 1955 Lyn Road Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, San Luis Obispo County. Katelyn Sweigart (955 Lyn Road Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-1323. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2497 (10/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as NAUTILUS SURF CO, 805 Old Creek, Cayucos, CA 93430 San Luis Obispo County. Chandler Augustine Richmond (777 Old Creek, Cayucos, CA 93430). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-1623. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 11-16-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2023-2519 (11/14/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as DARK RIDE MEDIA, 540 Sims Avenue #111, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Mark Steven Onspaugh (540 Sims Avenue #111, Paso Robles, CA 93446),Tobey Crockett (540 Sims Avenue #111, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Mark Steven Onspaugh. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-20-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk , Deputy. Exp. 11-20-28. November 23, 30 & December 7, 14, 2023

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ISRAEL M. TORRES DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 23PR-0319 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ISRAEL M. TORRES A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ISRAEL TORRES, JR. In the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ISRAEL TORRES, JR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: December 5, 2023, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person or via ZOOM at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Justin Isaac, esq., Lawyer in Blue Jeans Group 3990 Old Town Avenue, Suite A102 San Diego, CA 92110 619-683-2545 November 16, 23, & 30, 2023

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JEFFERY CHARLES DAHL CASE NO. 23PR-0312

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ERNEST GULARTE DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 23PR-0324

NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV-0587

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JEFFERY CHARLES DAHL. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTOPHER L. DAHL, SR. in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CHRISTOPHER L. DAHL, SR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 12/05/23 at 9:01AM in Dept. 4 located at 1050 MONTEREY STREET, RM 220, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93408 Your hearing will be in person or via zoom. (Probate) MEETING ID: 160 407 5307 PASSWORD: 79513 You may also access the Zoom information from the court website at https://www.slo.courts.ca.gov IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner STEVE HORNSTEIN - SBN 186905, HORNSTEIN LAW OFFICES 20335 VENTURA BLVD., SUITE 203 WOODLAND HILLS CA 91364 Telephone (818) 887-9401 11/9, 11/16, 11/23/23 CNS-3754820# NEW TIMES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF LIENED PROPERTY

Notice is hereby given that a Lien Sale will be held online at BID13. com beginning on November 30, 2023. The goods scheduled for auction are located at Broad Street Storage 4880 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. This auction is to satisfy the lien on the property stored at the address above in the units listed. 1. Cora Galvan, Unit D25 – Hand truck, air compressors, golf clubs, miscellaneous household goods, scooter, tools, clothing, toys, bagged and boxed goods 2. Jacob Genova, Unit B106 – Small bike, hand saw, power saw, miscellaneous tools, bb gun, video games, clothing, and miscellaneous boxed goods. All units must be paid for at the time of sale. Credit/Debit Card only will be accepted. The landlord reserves the right to bid on the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is”; and must be removed within 48 hours following the sale. Buyers must provide a current, original or a photocopy of their original resale permit at time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. November 16, 23, 2023

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To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ERNEST GULARTE A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VICKI QUINTANA In the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that VICKI QUINTANA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: December 19, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 805-434-2138 November 16, 23, 30, 2023

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CVP0589

To all interested persons: Petitioner: David Gabriel Mihai filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: David Gabriel Mihai, to PROPOSED NAME: David Gabriel Mihai Trajan. 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: December 13, 2023, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. D4, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 20, 2023 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

Notice is given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21701-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. “SuperStorage, 2050 22nd St. Oceano, CA 93445 will sell by competitive bidding ending on or after November 27 th, 2023, on or after 10:00 A.M., property in storage units. Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures.com. Property to be sold includes, but is not limited to: Bookshelves, dressers, washers &amp; dryers, desks, beds, tables and chairs, bed frames, mattresses, kitchen utensils, kitchenware, pots and pans, appliances, furnishings, clothing, household items, luggage, stereo equipment, cabinets, sporting equipment, fishing gear, camping gear, tools, construction equipment, computers, monitors, printers, toys, TV’S, bicycles, golf clubs, surf boards, office furniture, personal items, possible collectibles/antiques and boxed items contents unknown, belonging to the following: Jose Beas (10X20) Jose Beas (8X10) Janel Mitchell (10X10) John Housley (10X10) Theresa Silkwood (10X20) Lacey Hawkins (5X9) Purchases must be paid for at time of sale in CASH ONLY. All purchased items sold as is, where is. Items must be removed at the time of sale. Sales are subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Advertiser reserves the right to bid. Dated this November 13th, 2023 Auction by StorageTreasures.com Phone (855)722-8853 SuperStorage (805) 474-4445 November 16, 23, 2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (SECS. 6104, 6105 U.C.C.)

Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named seller that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below. The names and business addresses of the seller are: William McElroy and Pamela McElroy 701 W Grand Ave Grover Beach, CA 93433 The location in California of the chief executive office of the seller is: (If “same as above”, so state.) same as above As listed by the seller, all other business names and addresses used by the seller within three (3) years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the buyer are: (If “none”, so state.) The names and addresses of the buyer are: A-1 Multi Business Center, Inc. 1010 Airport Dr Bakersfield, CA 93308 The assets to be sold are described in general as: All stock in trade, fixtures, equipment and goodwill and are located at: 701 W. Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433 The business name used by the seller at that location is: Garlands Hamburgers The anticipated date of the bulk sale is December 4, 2023 at the office of Ticor Title Company, 10000 Stockdale Hwy, Suite 101, Bakersfield, CA 93311 APN/Parcel ID(s): Garlands Hamburgers This bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. If so subject, the name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is Julia Factor, Ticor Title Company, 10000 Stockdale Hwy, Suite 101, Bakersfield, CA 93311 and the last date for filing claims shall be December 1, 2023 which is the business day before the sale date specified above. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have executed this document on the date(s) set forth below. A-1 Multi Business Center, Inc. BY:________________________ ________ Lisa Tucker Hood, President/Secretary Date November 23, 2023

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Melanie Suzanne Fox filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Melanie Suzanne Fox to PROPOSED NAME: Summer Fox. 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: December 14, 2023, Time: 9:00 am, D2, in person or by zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause 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: October 20, 2023 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV-0588

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Cosmar Eduardo Siles Ramirez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Sebastian Alejandro Villasenor to PROPOSED NAME: Sebastian Alejandro Siles. 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: 12/13/23, Time: 9:00 am, D4, in person or by zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 20, 2023 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court November 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2023

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV-0625

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Brittany Lennon Bovee Schwartz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME Brittany Lennon Bovee Schwartz to PROPOSED NAME: Brittany Lennon Bovee. 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: 12/28/23, Time: 9:00 am, D2, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause 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: November 14, 2023 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court November 30 & December 7, 14, 21, 2023.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CVP-0343

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Thien Chi Nguyen filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Thien Chi Nguyen to PROPOSED NAME: Ivan Nguyen. 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: December 6, 2023, Time: 9:30 am, P2, in person or by zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 17, 2023 /s/: Michael C Kelley, Judge of the Superior Court November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023

Public Notice

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LEGAL NOTICES

SUMMONS (Family Law) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Marion Ruth Cummings Aviso Al Demandado (Nombre) You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información y en la página siguiente. Petitioner’s name is: Bojan Corovic Nombre del demandante Case Number: 23FL-0313

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 orders 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 community 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 California, County of San Luis Obispo Civil & Family Law Branch 1050 Monterey St. 1035 Palm Street, Rm. 385 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney are (El nombre, dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Bojan Corovic 1381 Long Branch Ave. #A Grover Beach, CA 93433 805-801-8068 Date: June 26, 2023 /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2023

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. Tiene 30 dìas de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presenter una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica no basta para protegerio. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. Si desea obtener asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de immediate con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio Web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. AVISO: Las órdenas de restricción que figuran en la página 2 valen para ambos cónyuges o pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier autoridad de la ley que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. EXTENSIÓN DE CUOTAS: si no puede pagarla cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por complete, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte. 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 orders 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 community 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 California, County of San Luis Obispo 1035 Palm Street, Rm. 385 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney are (El nombre, dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Marle A. Comstock CFLS SBN 271130 912 S. Broadway Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-361-0737 Date: April 27, 2022 /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk

SUMMONS (Family Law) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Rosenda Larios Mota Aviso Al Demandado (Nombre) You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información y en la página siguiente. Petitioner’s name is: David Nunez Nombre del demandante Case Number: 22FLP-0213

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You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. NOTICE: Restraining orders are on page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. Tiene 30 dìas de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presenter una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica no basta para protegerio. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. Si desea obtener asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de immediate con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio Web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. AVISO: Las órdenas de restricción que figuran en la página 2 valen para ambos cónyuges o pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier autoridad de la ley que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. EXTENSIÓN DE CUOTAS: si no puede pagarla cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por complete, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte. 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

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TEMPLETON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT REGARDING COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING – USDA RD FOR PURCHASE OF TYPE 1 FIRE ENGINE The Templeton Community Services District (TCSD) will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, beginning at 7:00 p.m. to accept public comments regarding the Community Project Funding request for the purchase of a Type 1 Fire Engine. TCSD has submitted an application through Congressman Panetta’s Office. If awarded, USDA will administer the funding which is intended for the necessary purchase of a Type 1 Fire Engine to better serve the community of Templeton. All interested parties are invited to join the meeting in-person, or call in via Zoom to participate in the hearing, provide comments, or be heard: Public Call in # to Participate is as follows: ZOOM Phone #: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 869 5482 4418 Passcode: 606660 Or Join the Zoom Meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86954824418?pwd=eDlydVlScFhuZVdJakFIUmV 3dkdUdz09 At the public hearing on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, the District will consider any and all comments and objections. Any questions regarding the information in this notice may be directed to the District Office District, at (805) 434-4900. OTHER PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS: The public may also provide comment via e-mail or letters that will be distributed to the Board of Directors. E-mails may be sent to the Board Clerk at boardclerk@templetoncsd.org. Letters may be mailed to the District Office at P.O. Box 780, Templeton, CA 93465. Letters may also be dropped-off at the District’s Drop-Box located outside the District Office at 420 Crocker Street, Templeton. People may also call the District Office at (805) 434-4900 to leave a message concerning items on the agenda. Public input using one of these methods must be received by Tuesday, December 5, 2023 by 3:00 p.m. November 23, 2023

SAN MIGUEL JOIN UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that San Miguel Joint Union School District (“District”) is seeking to establish a pool of qualified architects to provide full architectural services through the design and construction phases for selected Measure I Bond Program and other District construction projects. ALL RESPONSES ARE DUE BY 2:00 P.M., ON January 19, 2024. Any Submittal received after that date and time will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. FAXED OR EMAILED RESPONSES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. More information regarding this RFQ may be found on the District webpage at: https://www.sanmiguelschools.org/departments/facilities If you have any questions regarding this RFQ, please email Kevin Lee, Director of Facilities, at KLEE@ sanmiguelschools.org, before 2:00 p.m. on January 8, 2024. Answers will be posted on the District website by 2:00 p.m. on January 12, 2024.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 662 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on November 14, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. held in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay, introduced for first reading by title only with further reading waived, Ordinance No. 662, amending the 2022 Zoning Code/Coastal Implementation Plan (IP) Title 17 (Zoning) and the Zoning Map which includes miscellaneous amendments to all of Division I and Division II and Chapters 17.23, 17.26, 17.27, 17.29, 17.30, 17.36, 17.38, 17.39, 17.42, 17.43, 17.44, 17.53, and 17.54 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code (MBMC). A certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available for public review on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. The City Council will consider adoption of Ordinance No. 662 at the regularly scheduled meeting of December 12, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California and via teleconference. /s/Dana Swanson City Clerk Dated: November 15, 2023 Publish: November 23, 2023

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 663 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on November 14, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. held in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay, introduced for first reading by title only with further reading waived, Ordinance No. 663, amending Title 8 (“Health and Safety”) of the Morro Bay Municipal Code to add Chapter 8.15 pertaining to the Unauthorized Removal of Shopping Carts from Retail Establishments and to Facilitate Retrieval of Abandoned Shopping Carts. A certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available for public review on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. The City Council will consider adoption of Ordinance No. 663 at the regularly scheduled meeting of December 12, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California and via teleconference. /s/ Dana Swanson City Clerk Dated:

November 15, 2023

Publish: November 23, 2023

November 23, 2023

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

TO:

ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: $880 and $1035 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on July 27, 2023, $1,035 USD was seized at the Frontage Self Storage, Unit D208, 528 Division Street, Nipomo, CA 9344 and $880 was seized from Alamo Self Storage, Unit E44, at or near 645 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 by the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, in connection with drug violations, to wit, section(s) 11351, 11377(A), 11352(A), of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/appraised value of the property is $880 and $1,035. Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/mc200.pdf. Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division. Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing. The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing. DATED: November 20, 2023

DAN DOW District Attorney Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney

ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: $15,946.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on July 27, 2023, the above-described property was seized at or near Highway 101, south of Tefft Street, Nipomo, by the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, in connection with drug violations, to wit, section(s) 11370.1, 11351, and 11352, of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/appraised value of the property is $15,946.00. Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/mc200.pdf. Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division. Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing. The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing. DATED: November 20, 2023

DAN DOW District Attorney Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney

November 23, 30, & December 7, 2023

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NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING

Human Relations Commission Public Hearing The San Luis Obispo Human Relations Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: • DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION HIGH IMPACT GRANT PROGRAM COMMUNITY NEEDS GRANT WORKSHOP: This is a public hearing to solicit public comments on current equity and inclusivity needs in the city of San Luis Obispo as they pertain to current grant programs supported by the Human Relations Commission (HRC). City staff will briefly describe the grant program, explain how to apply for funding, provide an overview of eligible activities, and describe how activities are selected to receive Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion High Impact Grant funding. Public comments will inform the grant funding priorities that the Human Relations Commission will approve and then recommend to the City Council. Contact Information: Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua – (805) 781-7073 – nveloz@slocity.org Report(s) are typically available one week 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 contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at (805) 781-7073 for more information, or to request an agenda report.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Paso Robles City Council will hold a hybrid Public Hearing to consider the following: Project Description: Review of the Short-Term Rental program including waitlist policies and procedures and consideration of changing the short-term rental permit numerical caps (ZC 15-006, P22-0002) Applicant:

City Initiated

Location:

Citywide

CEQA Determination: The City finds that this action is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, § 15061.b.3 and categorically exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, § 15301.. Hearing Date:

November 23, 2023

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a public hearing in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, for the following purpose: PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: Address: 100 5 Cities Drive Description: Introduction (first reading) of an Ordinance adopting a Development Agreement with Pismo Beach Self-Storage, LP. 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 in the afternoon of November 30, 2023. Environmental Review Under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3), this ordinance is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, such as the adoption the regulations contained herein, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Furthermore, the Project contemplated by the Development Agreement adopted hereby is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332. You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. Emailed comments may be submitted to citycouncil@pismobeach.org; staff cannot guarantee that emailed comments submitted after the start of the meeting will be given full consideration before action is taken. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to the City Clerk’s Office at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, prior to the meeting, or hand-delivered during the meeting no later than the comment period for this item. Oral comment may be provided prior to the meeting by calling 805-773-7005 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name, and identify your item of interest. Oral comment may also be made during the meeting, 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 these projects are available for public review from the City Clerk’s Office, by emailing City Clerk Erica Inderlied at einderlied@pismobeach.org. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by mail or by visiting www.pismobeach.org/agenda. The Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public 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 Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@pismobeach.org or 805-773-7003. Erica Inderlied City Clerk November 23, 2023

The City Council will hold a hybrid public hearing on December 5, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

The public has the option to attend the meeting in person or to participate remotely pursuant to AB 361, which allows for a deviation of the Ralph M. Brown Act’s standard teleconference requirements. To participate remotely, residents can livestream the meeting at www.prcity.com/youtube, and call (805)865-7276 to provide live public comment via telephone. The phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting. Written public comments can be submitted via email to cityclerk@prcity.com or US Mail (submit early) to the City Clerk, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 provided that the comments are received prior to the time of the public hearing. Comments received prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be posted as an addendum to the agenda. If submitting written comments, please note the agenda item by number or name. Comments on the proposed application must be received prior to the time of the hearing to be considered by the City Council. Challenge to the application in court will be limited to issues raised at the public hearings or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Copies of the project staff report will be available for review on the City’s website (www.prcity.com/meetings) on the Friday preceding the hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 237-3970.

The San Luis Obispo Architectural Review Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, December 4, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: • Architectural review of a new four-story residential project, consisting of 10 apartments. The project includes a density bonus of 26%, with a maximum height extension of 40 feet where 35 is normally required, a parking reduction of 100%, and a side yard setback reduction of 0 feet where 10 feet is normally required along the north property line, and an upper story setback reduction along the west property line for 5 feet where 10 feet is normally required. Project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); Project Address: 460 Pacific Street; Case#: ARCH-0110-2023; Zone: R-4; John Tricamo, applicant. Contact Information: Owen Goode – (805) 781–7576 – ogoode@slocity.org The Architectural Review Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. An action of the Architectural Review Commission is typically a recommendation to the City’s Community Development Director, Planning Commission or City Council, and therefore is not final. Please note that any court challenge related to the recommendation on this item may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence received prior to the public hearing. Report(s) are typically available one week 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-andcity-council/agendas-and-minutes. Please call The Community Development Department at (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. November 23, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Posted by: Keri Dodson, Executive Assistant/Board Clerk NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a public hearing will be held to consider the adoption of the Templeton Community Services District (CSD) Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), which includes an updated Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and has been prepared according to 2020 State Guidelines. A copy of the UWMP is available to the public for inspection at 420 Crocker Street in Templeton and on the Templeton CSD website. A public hearing will be conducted on the adoption of the Plan on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at 420 Crocker Street in Templeton. Public comments are invited. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: THE BOARD ROOM WILL NOW BE OPEN TO PUBLIC THAT WISH TO ATTEND MEETINGS IN-PERSON; HOWEVER, MEETINGS WILL CONTINUE TO BE AVAILABLE BY TELECONFERENCE OR BY VISITING THE LINK BELOW. All interested parties are invited to join the meeting inperson, or call in via Zoom to participate in the hearing, provide comments, or be heard: Public Call in Number to Participate is as follows: ZOOM Phone #: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 869 5482 4418 Passcode: 606660 Or Join the Zoom Meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86954824418?pwd=eDlydVlS cFhuZVdJakFIUmV3dkdUdz09 ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS: The public may also provide comment via e-mail or letters that will be distributed to the Board of Directors. E-mails may be sent to the Board Secretary at boardclerk@ templetoncsd.org. Letters may be mailed to the District Office at P.O. Box 780, Templeton, CA 93465. Letters may also be dropped-off at the District’s Drop-Box located outside the District Office at 420 Crocker Street, Templeton. People may also call the District Office at (805) 434-4900 to leave a message concerning items on the agenda. Public input using one of these methods must be received by Tuesday, December 5, 2023 by 3:00 p.m. November 16 & 23, 2023

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The City of San Luis Obispo’s Zoning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing at 2:30 p.m. or later on Monday, December 4, 2023, in Conference Room 1, at 919 Palm Street, to consider the following: 1. 3419 Roberto Ct., Suites B & C MOD-0333-2023; Review of a Modification to a previously approved Minor Use Permit (USE-1966-2018) that allows operation of a tasting room. The requests include expansion of the tasting area into an outdoor patio, amended hours of operation for tasting from 12:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. (currently allowed from 2:00 P.M. to 10 P.M.), and a parking reduction of one (1) car space in exchange for providing five (5) replacement bicycle spaces. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); M Zone; SLO Cider Co., applicant. (Hannah Hanh) 2. 1459 Monterey St. USE-0505-2023; Request for a Minor Use Permit to allow beer service as accessory to an existing personal service use (i.e., barbershop). The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-R Zone; Clippers Barbershop, applicant. (Monserath Casillas-Rios / Hannah Hanh) 3. 1491 Monterey St. USE-0447-2023; Request for a Minor Use Permit to establish a restaurant with late-hour alcohol service (i.e., service after 11:00 p.m.). The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-T Zone; 1473 Monterey Street, LLC, applicant. (Hannah Hanh) 4. 3197, 3183, 3055 Duncan Road. MOD-0319-2023; Request to modify previously approved Minor Use Permit USE-04892022 to allow an additional six (6) bar/tavern tenant suites totaling 2,600 square feet of use area. The proposed six (6) bar/tavern locations would be in addition to the five (5) bar/ tavern spaces previously approved in January 2023 for the existing Duncan Alley development. Proposed uses include alcoholic beverage services (bars/taverns) and tasting rooms associated with onsite distilleries, breweries, and/or wine processing. Hours of operation are not proposed to extend past 10:00 pm. No amplified music is proposed. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-S Zone; Duncan Alley, LLC, applicant. (Callie Taylor) 5. 790 Foothill Blvd. USE-0517-2023; Request to operate Hotworx, a small-scale commercial recreation facility, 24 hours a day, seven days a week outside of the allowed hours of 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM within a mixed-use development. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-C-SF Zone; Ryan Bray, applicant. (Cassidy Bewley / Rachel Cohen) PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on these public hearing items 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. November 23, 2023

November 23, 2023

Templeton Community Services District Adoption of the Urban Water Management Plan

ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISION PUBLIC HEARING

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

ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: $16,755.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on June 16, 2023, the above-described property was seized at or near the intersection of Highway 101 and Traffic Way, Atascadero, by the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, in a traffic stop, in connection with violations, to wit, section(s) 11351, 11352 of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/appraised value of the property is $16,755.00. Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/mc200.pdf.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City. 1.

235 Hermosa Way. HOME-0565-2023; Review of a homestay rental application to allow short-term rental (such as an Airbnb) of an owner-occupied single-family residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-1 Zone; Holly Vernazza, applicant. (Monserath Casillas-Rios)

787 Caudill St. HOME-0580-2023; Review of a homestay rental application to allow short-term rental (such as an Airbnb) of an owner-occupied singlefamily residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); CR-SF Zone; Jordan Joseph, applicant. (Juan Padilla)

826 Mission St. DIR-0466-2023; Review of a 1,353 square foot conforming addition to an existing 1,347 square foot non-conforming structure and a request to allow required parking spaces to be arranged in tandem. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-1 Zone; Cody Lorance, applicant. (Cassidy Bewley)

385 Lemon St. DIR-0537-2023; Request to allow an addition to a non-conforming structure (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); R-2 Zone; Lemon St. Partners, LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

862 Aerovista Pl. MOD-0569-2023; Review of a modification for a Sign Program (previously approved under application ARCH-0133-2023). The revised design will add an additional sign location for a major tenant (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); BP-SP Zone; 892 Aerovista, LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division. Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing. The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing. DATED: November 20, 2023

DAN DOW District Attorney Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney

November 23, 30, & December 7, 2023

The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than December 4, 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. November 23, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHO: San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors WHEN: Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out placement of this item on the Board of Supervisors Agenda, go to the County’s website at www.slocounty. ca.gov on the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date. WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by Jose Quintana for approval of: 1) a Land Use Ordinance Amendment (LRP2022-00001) to amend the Ocean Community Planning Area Standards to allow for a primary residential use on a 0.14-acre Commercial Retail parcel; and 2) a concurrent Minor Use Permit (N-DRC2022-00002) to allow a two-story, 4,985 square-foot, 5-unit apartment building with parking, landscaping, and street improvements on the same parcel. The project would result in the disturbance of approximately 6,098 square feet on a 6,098 square-foot parcel. The project is located within the Commercial Retail land use category on the corner of 17th St. and Ocean St., east of Highway 1 in Oceano. The site is in the San Luis Bay Inland Sub-Area of the South County Planning Area. County File No: LRP2022-00001/NDRC2022-00002 Date Authorized: July, 12, 2022 Supervisorial District(s): 4 Assessor Parcel Numbers: 076-251-054 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: You may contact Claire Momberger, Planner, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, 976 Osos Street, Room 200, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5600. The staff report will be available for review the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date on the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: A Categorical Exemption (Class 3) was issued for the Minor Use Permit (N-DRC2022-00002) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(b). A General Rul Exemption was issued for the Land Use Ordinance Amendment (LRP2022-00001) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines 15061(b)(3). **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing** DATED: November 15, 2023 JOHN NILON, INTERIM EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS By /s/ Niki Martin Deputy Clerk November 23, 2023

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 661 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on November 14, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. held in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay, introduced for first reading by title only with further reading waived, Ordinance No. 661, for adoption of Objective Design Standards for inclusion as Chapter 17.31 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code, “Residential and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards,” and further to be an amendment to the 2022 Zoning Code with a finding that no further environmental review is required pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15162. A certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available for public review on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. The City Council will consider adoption of Ordinance No. 661 at the regularly scheduled meeting of December 12, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California and via teleconference. /s/ Dana Swanson City Clerk Dated: November 15, 2023 Publish: November 23, 2023

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a public hearing in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, for the following purpose: PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: Address: Citywide Description: Public hearing to receive community input, requests, and recommendations for use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. These funds are intended to assist persons and families of lower income in the provision or improvement of low-income housing and community services. Total funding available to the City of Pismo Beach will be determined in Spring 2024 by the State Department of Housing and Community Development; approximately $33,396.00 in funding is anticipated. No more than 20% of the funds may be used for program administration by the County and City. 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 in the afternoon of November 30, 2023. Environmental Review The grant application is not considered a project and is therefore exempt from environmental review. Specific projects that may have environmental impacts will be reviewed under CEQA and NEPA prior to implementation. You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. Emailed comments may be submitted to citycouncil@pismobeach.org; staff cannot guarantee that emailed comments submitted after the start of the meeting will be given full consideration before action is taken. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to the City Clerk’s Office at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, prior to the meeting, or handdelivered 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 these projects are available for public review from the City Clerk’s Office, by emailing City Clerk Erica Inderlied at einderlied@pismobeach.org. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by mail or by visiting www.pismobeach.org/agenda. The Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public 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 Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@pismobeach.org or 805-773-7003. Erica Inderlied City Clerk

FOR THE WEEK OF NOV. 23

Free Will Astrology by Rob Brezsny Homework: What’s the best thing you could do to heal yourself right now? Newsletter.freewillastrology.com ARIES (March 21-April 19): When we experience authentic awe, our humility deepens. This in turn tends to make us kinder, smarter, and more positive. So how can we stimulate awe? Among the many possible ways are gazing at magnificent art, hiking in a natural wonderland, or being in the presence of a beautiful human soul. In accordance with astrological omens, I recommend that you go in quest of awe and related feelings like reverence, amazement, adoration, and veneration. Your mental, physical, and spiritual health will flourish in response.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It’s the Season for Cherishing and Smoking Out Secrets. So let’s talk about the subject. 1. Some secrets are sad, haunting, even risky—and worth keeping secret. 2. Other secrets can be beautiful, healing, and potentially life-changing if they are revealed gracefully. 3. Some secrets are buried so deeply that only very persistent seekers dig them up. 4. Some secrets are “hidden” in plain view, and only visible to people who are clear and brave enough to identify them. I suspect you Tauruses will have a special knack for managing all types of secrets in the coming weeks, including those I mentioned.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I hope you won’t fill yourself up with appetizers and hors d’oeuvres in the coming weeks, Gemini. My soul will be at peace if I see you save your hunger for the main courses. Your motto should be, “Feasts, not snacks!” or, “The Real Deal, not the pretenders!” or, “The jubilee, not the distractions!” If you ever find yourself feeling half-hearted or inattentive, you’re probably not in the right situation. Here’s an affirmation to go with your mottoes: “I am liberating my divine appetite!”

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Playwright Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) is regarded as one of history’s great writers. That does not mean everything he said was wise, useful, or worthy of our attention. For example, he was once asked to give his opinion about ballet. “During the intermissions, the ballerinas stink like horses,” he replied. I hesitate to bring up such a vulgar reference, but I wanted to make a vivid point. In the coming weeks, I hope you will ignore the advice of people who don’t know what they are talking about, no matter how smart or charismatic they may be. I hope you will not attribute expertise to those who have no such expertise. I hope that as much as possible, you will rely on first-hand information, rigorous research, and reliable influences.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Researchers have determined that there are two basic dispositions among tigers. One is what they call “majesty.” Creatures with this orientation tend to be dignified, imposing, and agile. The other type of tiger personality revolves around “steadiness.” This is the opposite of neuroticism, and includes the qualities of being affable, easy to get along with, and well-adjusted. I know many astrologers associate lions with you Leos, but I prefer to link you with tigers. If you agree with me, here’s my prediction: You are beginning a phase when you will be more majestic than steady—but with plenty of steadiness also available if you want it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “It is better to entertain an idea than to take it home to live with you for the rest of your life,” wrote author Randall Jarrell. That’s decent advice, though I will add a caveat. If you entertain an idea for a while and it turns out that you love it, and you also love the beneficent effect it has on you, you may be smart to take it home to live with you. I’m guessing you Virgos are at a pivotal point in this regard. Not yet, but soon, you will know whether it will be wise to get cozier with certain influences you have been flirting with—or else decide they are not ones you want to keep.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If I could give an award for Most Curious Genius in the World, it would be to Libran author and naturalist

Diane Ackerman. She would also get my prize for Most Voracious Learner and Best Questioner and Most Exuberant Seeker and Searcher. “To hear the melody,” she writes, “we must hear all the notes.” In response to the question, “What is life?” she offers this answer: “corsages and dust mites and alligator skin and tree-frog serenades and foreskins and blue hydrangeas and banana slugs and war dances and cedar chips and bombardier beetles.” In accordance with current astrological omens, I encourage you to be like Diane Ackerman in the coming weeks.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Have you located any of your soul twins? If not, is that an interesting prospect for you? Please note that soul twins are not necessarily the same as dream lovers. They may simply be people with whom you share deep values and perspectives. They might aspire to influence the world in ways similar to you. With a soul twin, you feel at home in the world and extra happy to be yourself. I bring these meditations to your attention, Scorpio, because the coming months will be an especially likely time for you to encounter and engage with soul twins. Be on the alert!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Composer Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was charismatic and forceful, but also hot-tempered and prone to rude behavior. The writer Goethe, his contemporary, said “his talent amazed me,” and described him as an “utterly untamed personality.” Beethoven seldom lived in one home for very long and loved to sing at the top of his lungs as he washed himself. Although he played piano with exquisite skill, he was quite clumsy as he moved through the world. Can you guess what astrological sign he was? Same as you! Sagittarius! I’m not saying you are exactly like this wild, unruly genius, but you do have tendencies in that direction. And in the coming weeks, I expect you’ll be inclined to be more Beethoven-esque than usual. Please work on emphasizing the winsome aspects.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I hope you have developed good boundaries, Capricorn. I hope you are so skilled at taking care of yourself that you steadfastly refuse to let people manipulate you or hurt you. Just to make sure your discernment is working at peak levels, though, I will offer you a tip. In the English language, we have the idiom “to rub salt in a wound,” which refers to the fact that daubing salt in an open gash in the skin makes the pain even worse. But did you know that smearing sugar in a wound is equally distressing? The metaphorical lesson is that you should be vigilant for seemingly nice, sweet people who might also violate your boundaries to hurt or manipulate you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I estimate this horoscope is worth $22,225. It has been made possible by my many years of disciplined meditations, extensive reading of holy texts, and an ever-growing devotion to astrology and my readers. But here’s the fun part: You can read these words for free! No cost at all! I will, however, ask you to do something for me in return. First, give your gifts joyously and generously in the coming weeks, holding nothing back. Second, don’t be in the least concerned about whether you will receive benefits in return for your gifts. Find the sweet spot where you love bestowing blessings for no other reason except this one: You are expressing your gratitude for the miraculous life you have been given.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Do you possess gambits, tactics, and knacks that we might refer to as your “bag of tricks”? I hope so, because such an asset will be extra valuable during the coming weeks. You will be wise to employ every cagey move you can imagine and call on every favor that’s owed to you and cash in on every advantage you have accrued. I don’t want you to engage in outright cheating, but I encourage you to use ploys and stratagems that have full integrity. Be on the lookout for secret shortcuts, magic cookies, and wild cards. ∆

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