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early 100 locals recently took to the streets with handmade signs emblazoned with slogans decrying the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency. “Nobody elected Musk.” “Fight against fascism.” “This shit makes Watergate look like a high school musical.” The Feb. 17 rally was part of the nationwide President’s Day demonstrations—50 protests, 50 states, one day. Arts Editor Caleb Wiseblood visited the rally and talked with the protesters from all walks of life for the story [4].

Also this week, read about Santa Maria’s work on collaborative enforcement to prevent re-encampment of the riverbed [7]; an improv group bringing laughter and workshops to the Central Coast [22]; and the Santa Maria native who’s running Talley Vineyard’s tasting room [25].

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POLITICAL WATCH • U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) helped introduce legislation that would restore guardrails on federal enforcement activities to protect immigrant communities at sensitive locations, according to a press release from his office. Since 2011, the Department of Homeland Security’s sensitive locations policy prohibited immigration enforcement actions in places that provided vital services such as schools, houses of worship, and food banks.

President Donald Trump rescinded that policy. “No one should have to face the fear of being detained while taking their children to school or seeking medical care,” Carbajal said in the release. “In light of the increasing attacks on our immigrant and mixed-status communities, this legislation will be critical to ensuring immigrant families can continue to access health care, education, and other services without the fear of being detained or separated from their loved ones.” The Protecting Sensitive Locations Act introduced by Carbajal and 12 other lawmakers in February would re-establish the policy that Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection can’t take enforcement actions within 1,000 feet of sensitive locations—this includes medical treatment and health care facilities, public and private schools, early childhood learning centers, preschools, places of worship, federal and local courthouses, DMVs, Social Security offices, polling places, and more.

• On Feb. 11, State Sen. Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) introduced a bill that would establish a voluntary California Do Not Sell List that allows state residents to proactively prevent themselves from purchasing firearms by adding their own name to a state registry. If passed, the Department of Justice would be required to develop a system by Jan. 1, 2027, where individuals can voluntarily submit a form to a local sheriff’s office or municipal police department to be added to the list, which would then be reflected in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. The bill would also allow a person to request removal from the list. Limón introduced a similar bill in the last legislative session. Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) put forward a similar bill in 2023, which also failed. In 2018, then Assemblymember Rob Bonta—now the state’s attorney general—authored a bill directing the Justice Department to study options and recommend an approach to develop a system that would allow a person to register themselves on a list to prohibit them from purchasing a firearm. It passed the Legislature and was vetoed by then Gov. Jerry Brown. In his veto note, he said that while he thought it was interesting, “I do not believe that we need to mandate additional study of this type.”

• On Feb. 11, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced some changes to California FAIR Plan—an insurance safety net that the state requires insurance companies to operate—in the wake of the fires in Los Angeles. As part of those changes, he approved insurers’ request to put an “assessment” on Californians’ home insurance bills in order to raise the funding necessary to help pay for the $1 billion in additional funding needed to help wildfire survivors who had insurance under the FAIR Plan recover. “Insurance companies may issue a temporary supplemental fee as a percentage of the policy premium,” the announcement said. The FAIR Plan provides state-sponsored wildfire insurance to those living in the state’s highest wildfire risk areas who are unable to get coverage from a private insurer, including those who recently lost their homes in the Palisades and Eaton fires. “I took this necessary consumer protection action with on goal in mind: The FAIR Plan must pay claims just like any other insurance company,” Lara said in the announcement. “We must rebuild stronger and be better prepared for future wildfires through common-sense mitigation.” m

POTUS PROTEST: Between noon and 2 p.m. on Feb. 17, more than 80 people gathered in front of Santa Maria City Hall as part of the nationwide President’s Day protest against President Donald Trump and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

Protesters rally against Trump at Santa Maria City Hall during nationwide President’s Day demonstrations

Dozens of protesters converged at the intersection of Broadway and Cook streets in Santa Maria on President’s Day. Some arrived with text-heavy banners in hand, while others laid out blank posters on the lawn outside of Santa Maria City Hall to mark with colored Sharpies.

“Nobody elected Musk,” “Democracy not oligarchy,” “Fight against fascism,” “This shit makes Watergate look like a high school musical,” and “#50501” were among the phrases emblazoned across different picket signs at the Feb. 17 gathering.

The latter refers to a hashtag used by participants of a nationwide movement that stands for “50 protests, 50 states, one day.” As part of the initiative, demonstrators across the country protested the second presidency and current tenure of President Donald Trump outside of state capitols, city halls, and other locations.

Many local protesters were members of the Democratic Club of Santa Maria Valley, including Robin Dean, who’s participated in several protests over the years. Born and raised on the East Coast, Dean was in Washington, D.C., for a Vietnam War protest that ended in tear gas.

“The stakes are much higher now. The balance of power has shifted,” Dean said. “It used to be where judges would make a judgement and then the president would follow that. That seems gone right now. … We’re depending on the judiciary.”

Federal judges are in the midst of reviewing a growing number of lawsuits targeting the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its access to Treasury Department records, including Social Security and bank account numbers—“a dangerous move” and an invasion of Americans’ privacy, U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) said in a statement.

“We are taking action to stop it,” Carbajal said in the Feb. 7 statement centered on the Taxpayer Data Protection Act, which he described as “part of our efforts in Congress to hold the Trump administration accountable and prevent Elon Musk and his minions from rifling through the private data of everyday Americans.”

On Feb. 9, Vice President JD Vance addressed the DOGE lawsuits in a post on X: “If a judge tried to tell a general how to conduct a military operation, that would be illegal. If a judge tried to command the attorney general in how to use her discretion as a prosecutor, that’s also illegal.

Judges aren’t allowed to control the executive’s legitimate power.”

Santa Maria resident Cyndi Cornett, who protested the Trump administration during the Feb. 17 event, said that she and her wife, Sheila Dellenger, have voted for Democrat and

Republican candidates alike over the years.

“I don’t think it’s about Republicans and Democrats anymore; I think you can be a Republican and still be against the way things are being done,” Cornett said. “I feel like we’re losing our democracy.”

Both Cornett and Dean described the Santa Maria City Hall protest—which brought together more than 80 participants between noon and 2 p.m.—as peaceful. There were many honks of affirmation from cars passing by, with just a few stink eyes and thumbs down gestures here and there.

Holding a sign that said, “Stop arming Israel,” Santa Maria local Gale McNeeley attended the demonstration partly to ask other protesters which federal policies they want to see changed.

“Everyone has a right to say whatever they want about politics or the president or whatever, but … I think that the most important thing is to know what issues you’re for or against,” said McNeeley, who voted for Green Party candidate Jill Stein in the 2024 election.

“I don’t believe it helps to bash the president because you don’t agree with him—whoever the president is,” McNeeley continued. “[It’s] better to suggest the policies that you think they should adopt.”

—Caleb Wiseblood

Federal agency approves state waiver for Sable oil pipeline The list of steps that Sable Offshore Corporation needs to take to restart the oil pipeline that was shut down after the 2015 Refugio oil spill is getting shorter.

“The big picture is that Sable is trying to restart this pipeline system that ruptured in 2015,” said Julie Teel Simmonds, the Center for Biological Diversity’s senior counsel. “They’re moving fast and they’re pushing hard, and it seems like that process is accelerating right now.”

In a February filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Sable pointed to its progress, highlighting Feb. 12 letters Santa Barbara County sent to Sable and the California Coastal Commission pushing back on a November cease-and-desist order for what the commission called “unpermitted development in the coastal zone.” Sable’s filing also pointed to a Feb. 11 U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) notice that it did not object to the state fire marshal’s December waiver of certain corrosion protection regulations for the pipeline.

Sable responded to a request for comment with a copy of the filing.

PHMSA’s notice came as a surprise to the

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CLOSER TO RESTART: Sable Oil Corporation moved a few steps toward a potential pipeline restart with federal approval of a state waiver of certain corrosion protection regulations, which could ultimately help the Santa Ynez Unit get back up and running.

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“It’s a much riskier plan than having a pipeline Center for Biological Diversity, which was told that’s properly designed and properly functions that federal regulators would need more time to as intended,” Simmonds said. “I just think there’s review the fire marshal’s waiver, Simmonds told a lot more room for error.” the Sun. But that was in December, under the On Valentine’s Day, Sable resumed its Biden administration. work along the Gaviota coast without Coastal “But when the administration changed, Commission approval, Simmonds said, adding apparently that changed as well,” she said. “That that the company “potentially felt emboldened” was disappointing and, I suppose, not surprising.” by the county’s letter responding to the The waiver releases the pipeline from commission’s cease-and-desist order. The county complying with what’s called “cathodic said that Sable’s work was authorized under protection” regulations aimed at preventing previously issued permits. corrosion like rust that can lead to leaks. It “Planning and Development has concluded prevents corrosion on pipeline exteriors by that the ‘anomaly repair work’ … is authorized by applying electric current to the metal, according the existing permits and was analyzed in the prior to PHMSA, which states that “as long as the environmental impact report/environmental current is sufficient, corrosion is prevented, or at impact statement,” county Planning and least mitigated and held in check.”

Development Department Director Lisa The state waiver requires that Sable comply Plowman wrote to the Coastal Commission. with “over 60 conditions,” PHMSA’s notice Santa Barbara County referred the Sun to the states, including testing before the pipeline state fire marshal for answers to questions about goes into operation and a yearly reassessment any future restart. Several other state agencies thereafter, wall thickness measurements, and have oversight when it comes to a pipeline crack detection in-line inspections tools. restart, including the Coastal Commission, the Simmonds said the state waiver means Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Central that the pipeline is already so corroded that Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board, cathodic protection measures didn’t work. The among others. pipeline’s 2015 oil spill was caused by Plains All The county added that on Feb. 25, the American Pipeline’s failure to address external Board of Supervisors will hear an appeal to the corrosion on the pipeline, according to the U.S. Planning Commission’s November decision to Environmental Protection Agency. approve a transfer of ownership for the Santa “Since they know they can’t have that, …

Ynez Unit’s three offshore platforms, its offshore instead of corrosion prevention, it just looks like and onshore pipelines, and other affiliated they’re going to be doing more monitoring and facilities from Exxon to Sable. hopefully catch [corrosion],” Simmonds said.

The state fire marshal “That’s where we disagree with has a webpage dedicated to Cal Fire and Sable’s conclusion questions about the Sable that these state waivers are Send any news pipelines and includes a restart as safe as or safer than a or story tips to plan, which is currently under cathodic protection system in news@santamariasun.com. review. ❍ protecting public safety and the environment.”

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presence. The MOU, Wu said, would simply act as a written agreement to support what he Santa Maria River runs through they’re already doing and share the costs multiple jurisdictions, including those associated with these efforts. belonging to Santa Barbara County, San Addressing homelessness requires more Luis Obispo County, and Caltrans. This makes than just enforcement, Wu said, noting that tackling issues related to homelessness in the it also entails connecting individuals to local riverbed uniquely difficult, Assistant City services such as shelters. While Manager Chuen Wu said. making such connections “The approach that we take Find support was an integral part of their to address homelessness is The Good Samaritan Shelter cleanup efforts back in July, multifaceted,” Wu said. “It aims to offer emergency, he said that some individuals takes work far beyond what the transitional, and affordable experiencing homelessness are city alone is able to achieve. It housing as well as other support drawn to the riverbed. has to be in partnership and services for those in need “It’s too big, and in many collaboration with the other across the Central Coast. To ways, too tempting for people local jurisdictions and with find out about the services, visit that are accustomed to living service providers.” goodsamaritanshelter.org. there,” he explained. “I think Shortly after last July’s $6 there are some that have lived million riverbed cleanup effort, there that want to go back because they’re Santa Maria started drafting a memorandum accustomed to that lifestyle.” of understanding (MOU) between the city and Despite this, Wu wants to dispel any the two counties.

“We needed to have an MOU in place for the misconceptions that the riverbed is back to how it was before the cleanup efforts. ongoing monitoring of the riverbed,” Wu said.

“There are some that are moving back in “We anticipated that—after the riverbed was or trying to move back in on the east side cleaned—there would be those that would try of the riverbed, but those numbers have to move back in. We knew that was going to paled in comparison to the population that happen, and so we knew that we needed to put was there last year,” he said. “There’s also something in place that would solidify those recognition that preventing re-encampment coordination efforts.” of the river requires active engagement, Since the cleanup effort, about 20 active management, and active monitoring encampments have emerged in the riverbed, of the riverbed.” posing enforcement issues for Santa Maria According to previous reporting by the Sun, City Rangers who don’t have authority in each an estimated 110 to 150 people lived in the of the jurisdictions. According to Wu, the Santa Maria Riverbed MOU will outline the prior to cleanup responsibilities of law last year. During enforcement from cleanup efforts, the each of the areas. city worked with “The agreement SLO County, Santa is that the city of Barbara County, Santa Maria Rangers Caltrans, and local would provide that nonprofits to connect work of monitoring individuals to the riverbed, but the resources, including MOU would spell out —Chuen Wu, Santa Maria housing, employment, how Santa Barbara assistant city manager and health care.

County sheriffs and Even though San Luis Obispo some encampments have sprung back up County sheriffs would also provide work in the riverbed, those collaborative efforts toward preventing re-encampment and how created a “significant positive impact,” said those two counties would provide funding Good Samaritan Shelter Director of Homeless support for city rangers,” Wu said.

Services Kirsten Kahoon.

He explained that Santa Maria Rangers “We sheltered a lot of people from the river patrol the riverbed on a daily basis already, that are still existing in our shelters today,” making contact with individuals who Cahoon said. “Whether it’s new folks that shouldn’t be there and informing the are heading down there or some folks that respective county sheriff’s offices of their

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temporarily left or declined services that may have gone back, our teams report back that there’s still a significant difference made from the outreach efforts.”

It will take continuous concerted and collaborative efforts to ensure that the riverbed population does not go back to what it was before last July, she said.

Wu hopes to have the MOU in place in the next couple of months so the jurisdictions can

work toward these assurances.

Joseph Dzvonik, deputy director of Housing and Community Development in Santa Barbara County, explained that it’s essential to have the city and the two counties in agreement and working together to handle homelessness in the riverbed.

“Everybody has a responsibility to address the issue, and it would be unfair for any one jurisdiction to assume all responsibility,” Dzvonik said. “I also think that if one jurisdiction did assume all responsibility, then nothing would happen because it’s almost an insurmountable problem for one jurisdiction to deal with.” m Staff Writer Emma Montalbano can be reached at emontalbano@newtimesslo.com.

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“Depending on what that score is, we determine how much that concussion has affected that person,” Concussion Navigation Services offers early rehab Ritter said. “The highest possible score someone could get would be 132 if they scored 6 out of 6 on all to patients for faster, more complete healing 22 items.”

BY EMMA MONTALBANO Ideally, people experiencing concussion symptoms will get their score as close to 0 as possible after recovery activities. n the past, health care practitioners advised patients with Ritter said that Concussion Navigation Services is the only concussions to “rest and wait.” Now, research suggests this might clinic in all of Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties not be the most effective approach after all. that offers “baseline testing,” which includes a history of According to Stacey Ritter, a certified athletic trainer and predisposing factors that might make someone more vulnerable founder of Concussion Navigation Services, patients recover faster to a concussion or more likely to have a delayed recovery. and more fully by participating in physical, cognitive, balance, and “We evaluate for those vulnerabilities or modifiers, and visual activities guided by someone experienced in concussion then often we can give people some activities that they can management. With March being Brain Injury Awareness Month, do to minimize their risk of getting a concussion,” Ritter said. she wants to spread awareness about the signs and symptoms of “When I do baseline testing, I usually test balance, reaction concussions and the most effective ways to treat them. time, impulse control, visual processing, speed, memory, the “The most current research evidence is very clear that ‘rest and vestibular system, and the ocular motor system.” wait’ is no longer considered the best practice and that early active As part of the baseline testing, Ritter also educates people on rehab leads to the best outcomes,” Ritter explained.

MUSIC the signs and symptoms to look out for to catch a concussion, A study published in the National Library of Medicine found including headaches, dizziness, nausea, and confusion. She that a designated day of cognitive and physical rest did not shorten emphasized how it’s important for everyone to be aware of these post-concussion recovery time. This finding corroborated a symptoms because concussions are not “something to be taken previous study suggesting that light activity does not necessarily FLAVOR/EATS lightly” and should be treated as soon as possible by someone negatively impact the healing process. trained in that specific care.

Patients can start rehabilitation as soon as day three after INFO “It’s a brain injury,” she said. “Anytime the brain is injured, it a concussion, Ritter said. Since everyone’s experience with a deserves every chance to heal completely.” concussion is unique, she ensures that each person goes through a Ritter invites groups interested in receiving concussion full evaluation to determine the nature of the concussion and how CALENDAR education to reach out to her via theconcussionnavigator.com. it affects the individual.

“Once we determine what subtype of concussion someone is Highlight experiencing, then we can create an individualized treatment plan OPINION that’s specific to their needs,” Ritter said. “Some people might need • Sheccid Diaz, a Santa Maria resident and member of the ocular motor activities, some people might need vestibular balance California Conservation Corps (CCC), is part of a large-scale therapies, and some people might need to work on their cognitive NEWSeffort to protect Los Angeles burn areas from hazardous skills.” runoff during winter storms. With more than 400 young adults, the CCC works to install barriers like compost socks To determine the severity STROKES and gravel bags to filter contaminants from rainwater. The crews of a person’s injury, Ritter Send business and work alongside state agencies to place hundreds of thousands explained that they have each nonprofit information to patient rate the intensity of ARTSof protective materials, under the guidance of engineers and spotlight@santamariasun.com. environmental scientists. Diaz, who first joined the CCC for a 22 different symptoms on a job, now finds purpose in conservation work and takes pride in scale from 0 to 6. By the end of

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Cracked Californians were duped into policies that raised the cost of eggs—avian flu’s only making things worse

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n 2018, California voters were dupped by animal rights activists into passing Proposition 12, which required farmers who raise laying hens to allow them to “roam freely”; it went into force in 2022. The theory was that this would be more humane and “free them from confinement.” Several other states also adopted this new idea so they could sell their products in California. It freed the chickens, but what has been the result?

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) pushed this idea with the theory that free range chickens would lead happy and enjoyable lives if they weren’t caged. For farmers who keep thousands of chickens to produce the eggs you eat every day, this meant a huge investment to rid their farms of henhouses with separate cages and

convert the living areas for the hens.

Of course, this meant that any disease could be easily transmitted between large groups of birds.

Bird flu is a viral infection that spreads in flocks of birds. In August of 2024 The Hill reported that more than 100 million chickens and turkeys had been “culled” (killed) resulting from exposure to the bird flu.

Wouldn’t it be “more ethical” to keep the hens in cages to prevent exposure to bird flu thus facing an early death?

Each chicken lays an egg every day, and it takes 18 weeks before they start producing eggs. Do the math—that’s a lot of lost eggs.

Healthy chickens can live for 10 years, but if flocks are “culled” to prevent the spread of the bird flu, it would take more than four months to replenish the brood and once again begin producing eggs.

When the demand for eggs remains the same and supplies are reduced by millions of eggs while farmers replenish the brood, the price will naturally go up; it’s called supply and demand.

The Centers for Disease Control says, “Cooking poultry, eggs, and beef to the appropriate internal temperature kills bacteria and viruses, including avian influenza A viruses.

And there is no evidence that anyone in the United States has gotten infected with avian

influenza A viruses after eating properly handled and cooked poultry products.”

So, while according to the CDC there is no clear danger to humans when proper food safety protocols are followed, the government solution was to kill entire flocks of hens and continue to support cage-free policies.

So, why did egg prices go up? Because California voters, most of whom live in cities, were convinced through clever and often misleading advertising to require chickens to be “set free” where they were easily exposed to the bird flu and killed, thus reducing the egg supply and causing price increases. Other states followed because California refused to allow poultry products into the state unless they came from cage-free farms.

This is what happens when we allow activist groups like PETA to influence public policy and the government doesn’t consider the actual risk to humans if they eat infected birds or their eggs.

The only remaining question is if, according to Newsweek, the average cost per dozen for eggs is $4, why do eggs in California cost twice as much? m Ron Fink writes to the Sun from Lompoc.

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Until Palestine is free Since Oct. 7, 2023, all of us have experienced continuing, intense grief. Many of us are mourning cousins, siblings, classmates, parents … all of us are grieving the astounding loss of Palestinian lives as well as the very structure of Gazan life. There is nothing left of Gaza, yet its people rush back—on foot—to sift through the rubble of the difficult lives they led, hoping to find the bodies of their family members, neighbors, friends. Every single person is irreparably traumatized, and it’s hard to imagine anyone daring to feel even a bit of hope.

And yet hope is everywhere! Gazans speak of rebuilding even while they are grieving. They envision a new life amid the remains of their old lives. They say the same things we now hear from

the fire victims in Southern California: They talk out their grief over family members who were killed, but they look ahead to rebuilding homes, businesses, and lives.

The difference, though, is immense. Fire victims are enveloped in the sympathy of the worldwide community, plus material assistance and more donations than they can absorb. The genocide in Gaza—which continues now, of course—was headline news for the first few weeks, and then casually accepted into that cruel category of news known as “business as usual.” In this country and some others, Israel is portrayed as the victim, yet Palestinians were massacred in so-called “safe zones,” and in schools, and then in hospitals and clinics. No place was safe.

But here’s the miracle in all of this: Yet again, Palestinians rise! They themselves express hope

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Local leaders must protect our immigrants In one of Donald Trump’s first acts in office, he stripped away protections for schools, hospitals, and places of worship from immigration enforcement. These were once safe spaces where people could learn, receive health care, and pray without fear. Now they have been turned into targets for ICE raids.

This is unconscionable. As the world’s largest historical climate polluter, the United States has a responsibility to immigrants. Our pollution is causing the climate chaos—droughts, floods, hurricanes, rising waters—that is forcing people in Latin America, Asia, Africa, and elsewhere to leave their homes. Others are fleeing violence, poverty, and hunger—all of which are caused or made worse by the climate crisis.

People have the right to be able to leave their homes and migrate with dignity to find safe haven.

But right now, immigrant families are facing the unimaginable: the fear that seeking education or health care could mean deportation, or that a peaceful moment of prayer might be shattered by ICE agents barging in.

As municipal leaders, mayors have the power to fight this. They can protect immigrant families by ordering police not to participate in ICE raids and even to block ICE agents’ entry into schools, hospitals, and places of worship.

The future of so many families in our communities is on the line. We must call on local leaders to do the right thing, even as the federal government does not. I’m writing to urge mayors to hear this call and take action to protect immigrants.

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s re-encampment the same as an oil pipeline restart?

Can’t unhoused people just get a waiver to restart their lives in the Santa Maria Riverbed?

After all, the system that aims to provide resources, housing, and help to these folks isn’t quite working for them.

So we should all collectively shrug, right? Live and let live.

That’s what the state is doing for the Sable Offshore Corporation, which can’t use a specific required corrosion protection method on the pipeline that ruptured in 2015 due to, you guessed it, corrosion.

The company asked the state fire marshal for a waiver of that regulation— called cathodic protection—because it doesn’t quite work for the pipeline.

Sable received the waiver and support in the form of a notice from the federal agency in charge of regulating pipelines not objecting to the waiver.

Shrug, right?

Live and let live.

This seems to indicate that the feds are willing to let the state allow the county to allow Sable to take the risk of another oily environmental mess on the Gaviota coast. So this means there are certain risks we as a community, as a government, are willing to take—or are being told to take?

For the sake of argument, what would it take to allow people to legally live in the Santa Maria Riverbed? What risks are people willing to take?

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Waivers? Portable potties? Environmental cleanup crews on call 24/7? End runs around the California Coastal Commission? Extra monitoring for corrosion, I mean crime?

That’s essentially what Sable’s been up to in order to get its pipeline back up and running, a pipeline so corroded the usual mandated system won’t work. Maybe the county should hire Sable to solve the homelessness issue in the riverbed.

The oil company does appear to be “moving fast and they’re pushing hard, and it seems like that process is accelerating right now,” according to Julie Teel Simmonds, the Center for Biological Diversity’s senior counsel.

That’s where the local environmental watchdog comes in, right? This watchdog has teeth, right?

The Center was told that federal regulators would need more time to review the fire marshal’s waiver, Simmonds told the Sun. But that was in December, under the Biden administration.

“But when the administration changed, apparently that changed as well,” she said. “That was disappointing and, I suppose, not surprising.”

Live and let live. With a system that isn’t quite working. For anyone.

Sable’s restart with the waiver and extra monitoring is “a much riskier plan than having a pipeline that’s properly designed and properly functions as intended,” Simmonds said. “I just think there’s a lot more room for error.”

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The cast of the Pacific Conservatory Theatre’s (PCPA) new production of Much Ado About Nothing features Michael Gould (left) as Claudio, and George Walker (right) as Benedick. This local iteration of William Shakespeare’s classic opened in mid-February at Santa Maria’s Marian Theatre, where performances are scheduled to run through Sunday, March 2. Visit pcpa.org for tickets and more info.

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MOON OVER BUFFALO As described by Orcutt Community Theater, “this madcap comedy centers on two fading stage actors who may have one last shot at stardom if they can just keep their act, and relationship, together.” Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 23, 1:30 p.m., Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m., March 1, 7:30 p.m. and March 2, 1:30 p.m. $15-$20. my805tix.com.

Klein Dance Arts, 3558 Skyway Drive, suite A, Santa Maria.

ART TALK CELEBRATION An exciting evening in the Foxworthy Gallery with artist Colleen M. Kelly, who’ll be sharing her art. Look forward to conversations, live dance, and more. Feb. 20, 5:30-7 p.m.

Free. (805) 694-8894. hancockcollege. edu. Allan Hancock College, 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria.

ARTIST TALK AND CELEBRATION Join for an exciting evening in the Foxworthy Gallery with artist Colleen M. Kelly, who will be sharing her art. Feb. 20, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. (805) 694-8894. hancockcollege.edu. Allan Hancock College, 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria.

BALLROOM, LATIN, AND SWING DANCE CLASSES Social ballroom, Latin, and swing lessons for all ages. Beginner and advance classes. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. $45-$55. (805) 928-7799.

Kleindancesarts.com. Klein Dance Arts, 3558 Skyway Drive, suite A, Santa Maria.

DANCE CLASSES: EVERYBODY CAN DANCE Classes available for all skill levels. Class sizes limited. ongoing Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, (805) 937-6753, everybodycandance.webs.com/.

FREE BOOK SUNDAYS FOR AGES 0-17 Visit the Youth Services Desk on the first Sunday of each month to receive a coupon for a free book of your choice from the Library Bookstore. For ages 0-17.

First Sunday of every month Free. (805) 925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/services/ departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING In Shakespeare’s cherished comedy, love, wit, and mischief entwine. The results are hilarious and heart-aching in this timeless battle-of-the-sexes. Through March 2 pcpa.org. Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria.

RAINBOW READS BOOK CLUB Join to discuss literature with LGBTQIA+ authors, characters, and themes. The book for February is One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston. Registration required.

Feb. 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. (805) 9250994. cityofsantamaria.org/services/ departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SANCTUARY CITY In this powerful coming-of-age story, two teens forge a deep bond amid the complexities of immigration, identity, belonging, and love.

Feb. 27-March 16 Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria, pcpa.org.

VALLEY ART GALLERY: ROTATING DISPLAYS Featured artists of Santa Maria’s Valley Art Gallery frequently display their works at the airport. Check website for details on monthly exhibits and full list of the gallery’s artists. ongoing valleygallery.org. Santa Maria Airport, 3217 Terminal Drive, Santa Maria.

VALLEY READS BOOK CLUB Valley Reads is a monthly book club for adults.

The book for February is Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson. Call to register.

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0994. cityofsantamaria.org/services/ departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

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FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING Castle has long been interested in shamanic rituals and the masks associated with them. This exhibit provides a rare glimpse of the many sides of Castle that unfolded while creating this series. Through April 6 elverhoj.org/.

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COMEDY NIGHT AT THE HISTORIC FLOWER CITY BALLROOM UnPaquito Mas Productions presents an evening of standup comedy featuring a killer lineup of top-tier comedians. A portion of ticket sales benefits SYV Humane Society. Feb. 22, 7-9 p.m. $20. (805) 878-2038. Flower City Ballroom, 110 W. Ocean Ave., Lompoc.

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purchase tickets and get more info. Feb. 21, 7 p.m., Feb. 22, 7 p.m., Feb. 28, 7 p.m., March 1, 7 p.m. and March 2, 2 p.m. $17. my805tix.com. The Studio of Performing Arts, 805 Grand Ave., Grover Beach, (805) 709-5293.

CENTRAL COAST PRINTMAKER SHOW Stop by to check out a diverse collection of original artwork through the month of February. The Central Coast Printmakers’ Show reception is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 25 from 2-4p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, 12-6 p.m. through Feb. 27 Free. (805) 4899444. centralcoastprintmakersofCa.org.

Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

CHARACTERS AND RELATIONSHIPS: IMPROVISATIONAL THEATER CLASS Learn to access emotion in the moment, build characters and relationships on emotional perspectives, and use patterns of emotional behaviors to drive scenes forward. Sundays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. through April 13 $80. (805) 556-8495. improvforgood.fun/. Women’s Club of Arroyo Grande, 211 Vernon St., Arroyo Grande.

DANCE FITNESS ART AND CULTURE FOR ADULTS Discover dance as a form of artistic expression and exercise, using a wide range of styles and genres of music (including modern, jazz, Broadway, ethnic).

Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH KEIKO TANABE Juror of Aquarius 2025 and award-winning artist Keiko Tanabe will run a three-day watercolor workshop for artists of all levels. Presented by Central Coast Watercolor Society. More details provided on website. Feb. 24-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $390 for non-members. ccwsart.com/aquarius-

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2025-prospectus. Nipomo Community Presbyterian Church, 1235 N Thompson Rd., Arroyo Grande, (805) 219-0133.

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

ADAM CAROLLA LIVE With a long-standing career in comedy, radio, writing, and film, Adam Carolla will hit the stage to share a set of stand-up comedy. This is an all ages event. Feb. 28, 7 p.m. $29. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 546-8600, fremontslo.com.

ARTIST RIKI SCHUMACHER AT ART CENTRAL GALLERY Schumacher’s work is pensive and introspective, inspiring one to take a solitary walk on a cloudy day. Wander in to reflect on her “delicious, wistful landscapes.” Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free.

(805) 747-4200. artcentralslo.com/galleryartists/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

BEYOND THE BASICS OF WATERCOLOR WITH VIRGINIA MACK This is a class for those who love imagining ways to further their visual expressions. A watercolorbased course, but one that branches out into other media. Fourth Thursday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $35 per class.

(805) 747-4200. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

COMPLEXIONS CONTEMPORARY BALLET PRESENTS STAR DUST: FROM BACH TO BOWIE Led by dance icons Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, this NY-based awardwinning dance company known for multicultural mix of classical and contemporary dancers presents their blockbuster hit Star Dust, a tribute to the musical legends that captivates and inspires. Presented by Cal Poly Arts. Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m. (805) 756-4849. calpolyarts. org/20242025-season/complexionsstardust. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

DAISY PATTON: BEFORE THESE WITNESSES Check out Massachusettsbased artist Daisy Patton and her work, which includes large scale, mixed media paintings with found photographs layered with vibrant colors and floral patterns.

Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through March 14 Free. (805) 546-3202. cuesta. edu. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

ESTEBAN CABEZA DE BACA: REMEMBERING THE FUTURE Ranging from 2015 to 2024, the eleven paintings in the gallery explore issues of belonging and identity, activism, and joy and celebration. Feb. 22-June 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

IMPROV COMEDY SHOWS AT THE HUB The show contents will be rotated among the group’s ensemble, house, and musical improv team casts, as well as stand-up and student shows. Fourth Friday of every month, 6 p.m. my805tix.com/. The Hub, 1701 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

JULIE ALPERT: STRANGE MAGIC As you step into Strange Magic, artist Julie Alpert’s first solo show in California, you’ll know one thing for certain: “Life is being lived.” Through March 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 543-8562. sloma.org/ exhibition/julie-alpert-strange-magic/.

San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

THE MEMOIRS OF BEATRICE MILLER A radio theater broadcast event. Set in 1940 at the World Famous Breckschnider’s Department Store, Beatrice Miller learns Aunt Ruth’s eccentric and unconventional technique of letting go. Feb. 28-March 1 my805tix.com. CongregationHouse, 11245 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET On a Tuesday night, shortly before Christmas 1956, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley gathered at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee. This was their only performance together, and a cultural flashpoint that caught rock ‘n’ roll at the moment of creation. WednesdaysSaturdays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays,

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MOVIE NIGHT IN THE SECRET GARDEN Sit back nestled under the stars in the Sycamore Secret Garden and enjoy a special screening of 50 First Dates.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Visit site for more information and to RSVP for a spot. Feb. 21, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort and Spa, 1215 Avila Beach Drive, San Luis Obispo.

OPEN MIC COMEDY Sign-ups at 6:30 p.m.

Hosted by Aidan Candelario. Mondays, 7-9 p.m. Free. (805) 540-8300. saintsbarrel. com/event-calendar. Saints Barrel Wine Bar, 1021 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

PLEIN AIR PAINTERS OF THE CENTRAL COAST A self-directed fun group of dynamic artists who enjoy painting and sketching outdoors. Artists meet on site at various locations. Weekly plein air destinations are provided by Kirsti Wothe via email (mrswothe@yahoo.com).

Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon SLO County, Locations countywide, San Luis Obispo.

THE REBOOT SPEAKEASY PRESENTS LOVE AND OTHER BLUNDERS Head to the cozy venue of The Bunker to enjoy a curated showcase of true personal stories about the glorious, flawed ways we love as well as an open mic portion to share your own 99-second story. Feb. 21, 7-9 p.m. Free. (805) 439-0355. facebook.com/ the.reboot4u. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

SLO COMEDY FESTIVAL Visit website for the full festival lineup and tickets. How to sum up the fest briefly? “It’s gonna be nuts!” Feb. 27-March 2 my805tix.com.

SLO County, Various locations countywide, San Luis Obispo.

SLO COMEDY UNDERGROUND OPEN MIC NIGHT Enjoy a night of laughs provided by the local SLO Comedy Community. It’s open mic night, so anyone can perform and “you never know what you’ll see.” Tuesdays, 8 p.m. Free. Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337, libertinebrewing.com.

THURSDAY NIGHT IMPROV AT THE BUNKER A class showcase. Come enjoy an evening of learning and discovery as intro and advanced improv classes wow you with their shiny new improv chops. Feb. 20, 6:15 p.m. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

TULIP SUNSET ACRYLIC WORKSHOP WITH DREW DAVIS Host will personally lead you in creating an expressive sunset scene with tulips. Feb. 22, 2-4 p.m. my805tix.com. Drew Davis Fine Art, 393 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

VIRGINIA MACK: BEGINNING WATERCOLOR This is a watercolor class designed to let you jump in and try out this engaging medium through experimentation. It’s designed for beginners and those with watercolor experience who wish to expand their knowledge of painting in watercolors.

To enroll please contact Mack via email: vbmack@charter.net Wednesdays, 1:303:30 p.m. $35. (805) 747-4200. artcentralslo. com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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AQUARIUS 2025 WATERMEDIA EXHIBIT Central Coast Watercolor Society presents its annual juried exhibit at Art Center Morro Bay, featuring excellence in all forms of watermedia by California artists. Juror Keiko Tanabe will give awards at the reception on Feb. 23, at 2 p.m. See website for info and frequent updates. Feb. 20-March 31 ccwsart.com/ aquarius-2025-prospectus. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 772-2504.

THE COLOR OF LIGHT: AN ALL MEDIA PAINTING GROUP EXHIBITION This group show showcases how its featured painters capture the interplay of color and light through various fine art painting media. Through Feb. 27 Free. (805) 7721068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 2, 2025 COSTA GALLERY SHOWCASES Features FEEL GOOD YOGA Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. (805) 937-9750. oasisorcutt. works by Ellen Jewett as well as 20 other local artists, and artists from southern and org. Oasis Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt. northern California. Thursdays-Saturdays, FREE BOOK SUNDAYS FOR AGES 0-17 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. (559) Visit the Youth Services Desk on the 799-9632. costagallery.com. Costa Gallery, first Sunday of each month to receive 2087 10th St., Los Osos. a coupon for a free book of your choice FINE ART ACRYLIC PAINTINGS BY from the Library Bookstore. For ages 0-17.

LAURA MURPHY Murphy is a Central First Sunday of every month Free. (805) Coast artist who creates abstract, 925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/services/ non-representational art using acrylic departments/library. Santa Maria Public and inks on canvas. Through Feb. 27, Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 772-1068.

GROUP WALKS AND HIKES Check galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at website for the remainder of this year’s Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, group hike dates and private hike offerings.

Morro Bay. ongoing (805) 343-2455. dunescenter.org.

FINE ART PAINTINGS, POETRY, AND Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, 1065 SMALL WORKS BY GEORGE ASDEL Guadalupe St., Guadalupe.

Asdel has been creating small works SANTA MARIA TOASTMASTERS Develop featuring his poetry and art for many your public speaking skills at this club years here on the Central Coast. Through meeting. Fourth Tuesday of every month, Feb. 27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 772-1068.

6:30-8 p.m. (805) 570-0620. Santa Maria galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Airport, 3217 Terminal Drive, Santa Maria.

Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, SEEAG’S FREE “FARM DAY EVERY DAY” Morro Bay. TOUR AT PLANTEL NURSERIES Guests FIREFLIES Enjoy this By The Sea will learn about the process of growing Production, written by Matthew Barber vegetable transplants and technology’s and directed by Anita Schwaber. Visit site role in plant growing, as well as explore to get your tickets and learn more about greenhouses, and take home vegetable the show. Feb. 21-March 9, 7 p.m. $29. St. seedings. Visit link for more details.

Peter’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 545 Feb. 22, 9-11 a.m. Free. (805) 892-8155.

Shasta Ave., Morro Bay, (805) 772-2368, seeag.org. Plantel Nurseries, 2775 E Clark stpetersmorrobay.org/.

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FOREVER STOKED PAINT PARTY Join us SANTA YNEZ VALLE Y at the gallery, for a few hours to travel on CELEBRATE THE WINSTON’S FIFTH a creative paint journey. You will receive ANNIVERSARY Experience the best of as much or as little instruction as you prefer. No artistic experience is necessary. Solvang and join in celebrating five years of exceptional service and community Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. $45. (805) 772-9095. spirit at The Winston’s anniversary event. foreverstoked.com. Forever Stoked, 1164 Feb. 27, 5-7 p.m. The Winston, 486 1st Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. THE PLEIN AIR TEAM Acrylic artist, Nancy Street Solvang, Solvang, (805) 688 2965, thewinstonsolvang.com/.

Lynn, and husband, watercolorist, Robert Fleming, have an ongoing show of originals LOMPOC/VANDENBERG and giclee prints of Morro Bay and local THE VILLAGE TREASURE CHEST This birds. ongoing (805) 772-9955. Seven event is for the whole family. There will Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, be vendors selling their wears, music, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca.com. facepainting, and some kind of food booth.

SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW MORRO Come out and spend part of your Saturday BAY Enjoy a night of comedy with actor, supporting local vendors. First Saturday comedian, and host Aisha Alfa, who of every month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. currently resides in Los Angeles. Dave MUSIC Vandenberg Village Community Services Yates, Chris Lewis, Justin Foster, and District Office, 3745 Constellation Road, the the headliner Ronn Vigh will also be Lompoc, (805) 291-6370. performing. Get tickets at the link. Feb. 22, FLAVOR/EATS 7-8:45 p.m. $29. my805tix.com. Taco Temple SOUTH COAST SLO COUNT Y (Morro Bay), 2680 N. Main St., Morro Bay, INFO ARGENTINE TANGO DANCE LESSONS (805) 772-4965.

This beginning dance class teaches the essentials of Argentine Tango. No partner or previous experience is needed.

CALENDAR Sponsored by Arroyo Grande Parks & Recreation. Mondays, 6:30 p.m. through Feb. 24 $12 per class. (805) 473-5473.

Send event information to calendar@ OPINION arroyogrande.org. Women’s Club of Arroyo santamariasun.com.

Grande, 211 Vernon St., Arroyo Grande.

NEWS BEGINNING BALLET FOR ADULTS Enjoy the grace and flow of ballet. No previous experience needed. Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 STROKES p.m. $12 drop-in; $40 for four classes.

(510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., ARTS Grover Beach.

SANTA MARIA VALLE Y/LOS ALAMOS BODY FUSION/EXERCISE AND FITNESS 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF CAPTAIN CLASS Do something good for yourself HANCOCK’S ACQUISITION OF THE and stay fit for outdoor sports, while SANTA MARIA VALLEY RAILROAD Head enhancing flexibility, strengthening to this centennial ceremony that will be your core to prevent lower back issues, held outside of the former SMVRR Offices. improving your posture through yoga, Feb. 26, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Former Santa and more. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10:30 Maria Valley Railroad Offices, a.m. Free. (970) 710-1412. Avila Beach 625 S. McClelland Street, Santa Maria, Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., (805) 922-7941.

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AGING WELL IN SANTA MARIA: WILLS, COMMUNITY NATIVE GARDEN TRUSTS, AND ESTATE PLANNING MONTHLY VOLUNTEER WORKDAY Join Attorney Julianna Malis from Santa Volunteers accomplish a variety of tasks Barbara Estate Planning and Elder Law, for including pathways maintenance, litter an informative workshop on wills, trusts, patrol of the garden perimeter, weeding, and estate planning. Registration required. irrigation system expansion/repairs, March 1, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. (805) pruning, and plantings. Volunteers 925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/services/ should bring work gloves, a hat, drinking departments/library. Santa Maria Public water, and tools related to the above Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. activities. First Saturday of every month, D-AND-D AT THE LIBRARY Join an epic 9 a.m.-noon Free. (805) 710-3073. Nipomo adventure with Dungeons and Dragons Native Garden, Camino Caballo at Osage, presented by Central Coast Games.

Nipomo.

Registration is required. Designed for DISCOVER THE MONARCH CLUB: patrons 18 and older. Feb. 23, 1-4:30 p.m.

WHERE FOOD AND EVENTS MEET The Free. (805) 925-0994. cityofsantamaria.

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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 14 Adelina’s Bistro, take guided tours, and participate in prize drawings. RSVP now.

Feb. 26, 5-7 p.m. Free. my805tix.com/.

Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, 1645 Trilogy Pkwy, Nipomo.

DONATION-BASED YOGA FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, EMTS, AND CARETAKERS Class schedule varies.

Contact empoweryoga805@gmail for details and reservations. ongoing (805) 619-0989. empoweryoga805.com.

Empower Yoga Studio and Community Boutique, 775 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach.

DREAM BIG ANNUAL GALA FUNDRAISER Help The Boys and Girls Club continue their mission by joining them for an inspiring afternoon, as they celebrate this year’s recipient of the 2025 Betsy Kelton Changemaker Award. Feb. 22, 2-4 p.m. $100. (805) 481-7339. bgcslo. org/dreambig.html. Pismo Beach Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach.

FIVE CITIES REPAIR CAFÉ Handy volunteers will help fix broken bikes, small appliances, electronics, computers, tablets, smart phones, game consoles, clothing, and outdoor gear and apparel for free. Feb. 22, 1-4:30 p.m. Free. (650) 367-6780. repaircafe5cities.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

MEET THE MACHINES Come on out to this free family event where kids can see, learn, and touch all of the machines that help our community. Feb. 22, 9 a.m.-noon (805) 473-5472. arroyogrande.org/events.

Soto Sports Field, Ash Street, Arroyo Grande.

MULTICULTURAL DANCE CLASS FOR ADULTS Experience dance from continents around the earth, including from Africa, Europe, and more. Described as “a wonderful in-depth look at the context and history of cultures of the world.” Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $10 dropin; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

QI GONG FOR LESS STRESS AND MORE ENERGY Experience the energy of Qi Gong through simple standing movements promoting flexibility, strength, relaxation, and increased energy. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, Qi Gong revitalizes and enriches your life. An outdoor class overlooking the ocean. Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. $14 per class or $55 for 5-class card with no expiration. (805) 440-4561. pismobeach.org. Margo Dodd Gazebo, Ocean Park Blvd., Shell Beach.

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The Winston in downtown Solvang is celebrating its fifth anniversary with an immersive showcase event on Thursday, Feb. 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. Guests of this reception can explore the boutique hotel, where local vendors will be stationed with special offerings. There will also be live music, and wine and appetizers provided by Brick Barn Wine Estate. Visit thewinstonsolvang.com for more info.

—C.W. RESTORE YOUR WELL-BEING WITH JIN SHIN JYUTSU Learn how to harmonize your energy and enjoy greater resilience and well-being. Register with Pismo Recreation. Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. through March 18 $150 for 6; or $30 drop-in. (805) 773-7063. pismobeach/org/recreation.

Shell Beach Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach.

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ABALONE DIVERS OF THE CENTRAL COAST Join the History Center of SLO County for their next Carnegie Chat, Abalone Divers of the Central Coast with Steve Rebuck. This event is in person and on Zoom. Feb. 21, 5:30 p.m. Free. (805) 543-0638. historycenterslo.org/lecture.

History Center of San Luis Obispo County, 696 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

ASTROLOGY BASICS: HOW TO READ YOUR BIRTH CHART Build community during a six-week deep dive into personal astrology. Perfect for beginners and those looking to strengthen their foundation. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. through March 27 $150. (805) 242-1168. anc.apm. activecommunities.com. Cuesta College Community Programs, Building 4100 Cuesta College Road, San luis obispo.

BATTLETECH SUNDAYS AT CAPTAIN NEMO GAMES AND COMICS Join this group of miniature gamers for a fun evening of free-to-play mech warrior battle games. The event takes place in the separate Game Hall. Visit site for more information. Feb. 23, 5-8 p.m. downtownslo.com/do/battletech-sundaysat-captain-nemo-games-and-comics.

Captain Nemo Games, 565 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo.

BEYOND MINDFULNESS Realize your potential through individualized meditation instruction with an experienced teacher via Zoom. This class is for those who wish to begin a practice or seek to deepen an existing one. Flexible days and times.

Certified with IMTA. Email or text for information. Mondays-Sundays, 5:306:30 p.m. Sliding scale. (559) 905-9274. theartofsilence.net. Online, 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.

BREWS AND BRAWLS BeatDown Promotions and SLO Craft Beer Festival invite you to this “electrifying night of mixed martial arts action and unlimited beers.”

Get tickets and more information at the link. Feb. 21, 5 p.m. $45. my805tix.com.

Madonna Expo Center, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.

CAL HOPE SLO GROUPS AT TMHA Visit website for full list of weekly Zoom groups available. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays calhopeconnect.org. Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 270-3346.

CENTRAL COAST DIALYSIS ORGAN TRANSPLANT SUPPORT GROUP Not faith based. All are welcome. Please wear a mask. First Saturday of every month, 9:3011:30 a.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church SLO, 650 Pismo St., San Luis Obispo.

DAILY QIGONG PRACTICE For the early riser or commuter, every weekday morning. Maintain or improve concentration, balance, and flexibility.

Includes weekly Friday 3 p.m. class with more practices. Led by certified Awareness Through Movement teacher.

Mondays-Saturdays, 6:10 a.m. and Fridays, 3 p.m. $35/week or $125/month. (646) 280-5800. margotschaal.com/qigong.

Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

FILM SCREENING: WE WERE HERE – THE UNTOLD HISTORY OF BLACK AFRICANS IN RENAISSANCE EUROPE Followed by a guest lecture by award-winning filmmaker Fred Kuwornu. Attendance is free and open to the public. Held at Bioresource and Agricultural Engineering, Building 8, Room: 123. Feb. 21, 5 p.m. No entry fee. calpoly.edu. Cal Poly, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

FREE TOURS OF THE MISSION Tour San Luis Obispo’s Spanish Mission, founded in 1772. Come learn its history and about the development of this area.

Tours, led by docents, are free at 1:15 p.m Monday through Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Sundays, 2-3 p.m. and MondaysSaturdays, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Free. (657) 4659182. missionsanluisobispo.org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A safe place to share feelings of depression with those who suffer and those who have recovered to a full,

healthy outlook on life. Mondays, 6-7 p.m..

(805) 528-3194. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo.

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

NAMI MONTHLY EDUCATION MEETING: MOBILE CRISIS SERVICES Learn about the County’s Mobile Crisis Team and their response to persons experiencing a mental health crisis. Guest speaker is Regional Program Manager Joshua Simpson. Feb. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. (805) 434-7220. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church SLO, 650 Pismo St., San Luis Obispo.

PLUG-IN TO LOCAL CLIMATE ACTION Get inspired by local action, connect with others, and discover more ways to get involved with the SLO Climate Coalition.

Virtually or in-person. Sustainable snacks and childcare provided. Third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m. sloclimatecoalition. org/events/. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.

SLO FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE Around 10,000 books for all ages will be on sale. $1.50 an inch (reduced to $5 a bag all-day Saturday). Feb. 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Feb. 21-22, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. slofol.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

SLO SKIERS MONTHLY MEETING SLO Skiers is a local sports and social club for adults. Stop by for a social hour with food and drink, followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 25 Free. sloskiers.org. Milestone Tavern, 972 Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo, (805) 439-4316.

TEEN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP Learn more about mental health and coping skills to help you through your journey towards wellness and recovery.

Thursdays, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. (805) 5406576. t-mha.org. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo.

TREAT YO’ SELF WAVEMAKER MEETUP Hosted by Women Making Waves. All tickets are a direct support to the Next Wave Mentorship Program. Feb. 22, 4-6 p.m. my805tix.com. SLO Ranch Market, 851 Froom Ranch Way, San Luis Obispo.

WEALTH, WOMEN, AND WOO Learn how to release your money fears and blocks and achieve a prosperous mindset, and live an abundant life with ease and flow.

Feb. 22, 4-6 p.m. my805tix.com/. Aligned Acupuncture and Wellness Spa, 672 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

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Five Cities Repair Café volunteers will be fixing broken items for the public, free of charge, at the Grover Beach Community Center on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. The group repairs small appliances, clothing, outdoor gear, laptops, phones, bikes, and more. For additional info on the local nonprofit and its free services, visit repaircafe5cities.org.

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CENTRAL COAST WOOD CARVERS Learn the art of wood carving or wood burning.

Join Central Coast Wood Carvers in Morro Bay at St. Timothy’s. Open for beginners, intermediate, or advance. Learn a wide range of techniques and skills. Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay, (805) 772-2840, sttimothymorrobay.org/.

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a Twelve Step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is hybrid (both in person and on Zoom). For information, call 805-900-5237. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. thecambriaconnection.org/.

Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria, (805) 927-1654.

MANDALA RHYTHMS CIRCLE Join this sacred circle for a journey of drumming, rhythm-making, improvisation, and vocal expression. Register and get more details at the link. Feb. 23, 12-2 p.m. $26. my805tix.com. From the Roots Up Healing Studio, 2055 9th St., Los Osos.

MEDITATE WITH DAWN Hosted by Aurora Sacred Events. Visit site for reservations and more info. Feb. 20, 10-11:15 a.m. my805tix.com. Aurora Sacred Events, 21 24th St, Cayucos.

MORRO BAY METAPHYSICIANS DISCUSSION GROUP A group of metaphysically minded individuals that have been meeting for many years now in the Coalesce Chapel.

Club offers a supportive metaphysical based community. Members discuss a different topic each week. All are welcome to join. Fridays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Suggested donation of $10-$15. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, coalescebookstore.com/.

PALI KAI OUTRIGGER RACING CANOE CLUB Join, train, and race with these Sunday morning demonstrations. Enjoy getting in a canoe and on the water. These sessions are a great way to make new friends and stay in shape. Sundays, 9-11 a.m. through March 1 Three practices for free. palikai.org/joinus/. Coleman Park (Morro Bay), 101 Coleman Drive, Morro Bay, (805) 772-6278.

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FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS AT COSTA DE ORO Featured vendors in the series include Cali Coast Tacos, Cubanissimo, Danny’s Pizza Co., Chef Ricks, and more. Call venue for monthly schedules. Fridays (805) 922-1468. costadeorowines.com. Costa De Oro Winery, 1331 S. Nicholson Ave., Santa Maria.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS AT WINE STONE INN Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Wine Stone Inn, 255 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt, (805) 332-3532, winestoneinn.com/.

FRIDAY NIGHT FUN Karaoke with DJ Nasty. With Beer Bucket specials. Kitchen stays open late. Come out and sing your favorite song. Fridays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866.

PRESQU’ILE WINERY: WINE CLUB Call or go online to make a reservation to taste at the winery or find more info on the winery’s Wine Club offerings. ongoing presquilewine.com/club/. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, (805) 937-8110.

SIPPIN’ SUNDAYS Every Sunday, come cozy up inside the tasting room and listen to great artists. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Free.

(805) 937-8463. cottonwoodcanyon.com.

Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard And Winery, 3940 Dominion Rd, Santa Maria.

TACO TUESDAY Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. Wine Stone Inn, 255 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt, (805) 332-3532, winestoneinn.com/.

THURSDAY EVENING BAR TAKEOVER Call venue or visit website to find out about featured vintners. Thursdays stellerscellar.com. Steller’s Cellar, 405 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt.

WINE AND DESIGN CLASSES Check Wine and Design’s Orcutt website for the complete list of classes, for various ages. ongoing Varies. wineanddesign.com/ orcutt. Wine and Design, 3420 Orcutt Road, suite 105, Orcutt.

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Kekas will be serving their delicious local fare. For all ages. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free.

(805) 819-0723. coldcoastbrewing.com.

COLD Coast Brewing Company, 118 W Ocean Ave., Lompoc.

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Cambria Center for the Arts

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Excellence in Education Gala THURSDAY, MARCH 6

SM Fairpark Convention Center

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ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION MARDI GRAS FISH FRY The St. Patrick’s Italian Catholic Federation is hosting a Mardi Gras Fish Fry dinner. Take-out food will be available. Feb. 28, 4-7 p.m. $10-$20. St. Patrick’s Church, 501 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, stpatsag.org.

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

OX + ANCHOR: “INDIES & EATS” In support of the SLO International Film Festival, Hotel SLO’s Michelin-recognized modern steakhouse, Ox + Anchor, is offering evenings of film and fine dining.

Movies and dinner are running every Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday now through mid-February. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, 7 p.m. through Feb. 23 hotel-slo.com/events/indies+eats/. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 235-0700.

SLO CRAFT BEER FEST Celebrate the makers of craft beverages and raise a toast to their unique and wonderful creations. Breweries from around the country will be featured with selected cider, spirits, and kombucha. For more info, visit site. Feb. 22, 1-5 p.m. Starts at $92. my805tix.com. Madonna Expo Center, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.

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Santa Maria Civic Theatre

Club Car Bar, Templeton

St Patrick’s Day Car Show SATURDAY, MARCH 8

Party for Paddy The Weeds SATURDAY, MARCH 8

“Joyful Rhythms” Drum Circle SATURDAY, MARCH 8

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LIVE MUSIC AND FOOD BY LOBO BUTCHER SHOP Check out live music every Friday night from a variety of artists at Steller’s Cellar in Old Orcutt. Dinner served by Lobo Butcher Shop between 5 and 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 5-9 p.m. Varies according to food options. (805) 623-5129. stellerscellar.com. Steller’s Cellar, 405 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt.

LIVE MUSIC AT STELLER’S CELLAR Various local musicians rotate each Friday.

Fridays, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Steller’s Cellar, 400 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt, (805) 623-5129, stellerscellar.com.

MUSIC AT ROSCOE’S KITCHEN Live DJ and karaoke every Friday and Saturday night. Featured acts include Soul Fyah Band, DJ Nasty, DJ Jovas, and more.

Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866.

MUSIC LESSONS AT COELHO ACADEMY Learn to play piano, drums, guitar, base, ukulele, or violin, or take vocal lessons. ongoing (805) 925-0464. coelhomusic. com/Lessons/lessons.html. Coelho Academy of Music, 325 E. Betteravia Rd., Santa Maria.

OLD TIME GOSPEL SING-ALONG All are welcome. Call for more details. Last Saturday of every month, 5-6 p.m. (805) 478-6198. Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria.

SANTA MARIA PHILHARMONIC SEASON CONCERT: STYLISTIC IMPRESSIONS Enjoy an evening of musical moods and emotions with the Santa Maria Philharmonic Orchestra. Visit the site for tickets and more info. Feb. 22, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $50. (805) 925-0412. givebutter.com.

Grace Baptist Church, 605 E. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria.

SUNDAY NIGHT FUN End the weekend with some good vibes. Music by DJ Van Gloryious. Sundays, 8 p.m.-midnight Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866.

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DAVID WILCOX AT TALES FROM THE TAVERN Enjoy an evening with folk singer and songwriter David Wilcox. Visit site for tickets and more info. Feb. 26, 7-10 p.m. $36. talesfromthetavern.com. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, (805) 686-4785.

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS Sundays, 2-6 p.m. Brick Barn Wine Estate, 795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, (805) 686-1208, brickbarnwineestate.com.

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Brick Barn Wine Estate, 795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, (805) 686-1208, brickbarnwineestate.com.

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Corazón Café in San Luis Obispo is soliciting contributions to its second annual Chingonas show, a collection of portraits of women in any medium—painting, photography, etc. The deadline to submit artworks for consideration is Sunday, Feb. 23 (email submissions to corazoncafeslo@gmail.com). The showcase is slated to open in early March. Last year’s exhibit included pieces by artist Jennifer Grant (left) and artist and Corazón Café co-owner Sara McGrath (right).

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KARAOKE AT COLD COAST BREWING CO. Pick out a song, bring your friends, and get ready to perform. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. COLD Coast Brewing Company, 118 W Ocean Ave., Lompoc, (805) 819-0723, coldcoastbrewing.com.

YOUTH OPEN MIC NIGHT A fun, welcoming environment for first time performers and an opportunity for kids and teens to showcase their talent. Prizes awarded every month for Outstanding Performer. Last Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. certainsparks.com/. Certain Sparks Music, 107 S. H St., Lompoc.

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BASIN STREET REGULARS Features the Big Sirs of Swing and the Arroyo Grande High School Jazz Band. Visit site for tickets and more info. Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. my805tix.com. Pismo Beach Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach.

THE ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA EXPERIENCE From symphonic rock anthems to catchy pop tunes, The American ELO faithfully recreates Electric Light Orchestra’s diverse catalog, including their chart-topping hits like “Evil Woman,” “Mr. Blue Sky,” and more. Feb. 20, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $49-$69. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/evil-woman/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT International Guitar Night has pulled together some of the world’s finest and innovative acoustic guitarists and taken them on the road. This year’s line-up includes: Lulo Reinhardt, Alexandra

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Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. Rancho Nipomo BBQ, 108 Cuyama Ln., Nipomo, (805) 925-3500.

LED ZEPAGAIN LIVE Replicating the legendary musical work of Led Zeppelin, this long-standing tribute band is set to hit the stage. Visit the site for tickets and more info. Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m. $54. clarkcenter.org. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, (805) 489-9444.

MARK HUMMEL’S BLUES HARMONICA BLOWOUT Since 1991, blues harmonica master Mark Hummel has assembled the finest blues musicians and taken them on the road. This year’s lineup includes Curtis Salgado, Rick Estrin, Nick Moss, Dennis Gruenling, Rodrigo Mantovani, Wes Starr, Bob Welsh and, of course, Hummel himself. Feb. 27, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $34-$54.

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RHYTHM INDIA: BOLLYWOOD AND BEYOND Experience vibrant costumes, dynamic music, and soulful rhythms, “from the echoing heart beats of royal palaces and sacred temples, to the

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AGE OF LOVE: EUPHORIC AND WORLD HOUSE MUSIC Curated by Sunset Tribe, the night will feature a lineup of artists, creating and spinning a fusion of stunning melodics. Feb. 21, 8 p.m.-midnight $20. my805tix.com. Kreuzberg Coffee Company, 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 430-0260.

THE ALTONS AND THEE SINSEERS: CLUB HEARTACHE TOUR Listen to the soul rock band The Altons and East LA group Thee Sinseers live. This is an all ages event. Feb. 21, 7 p.m. $30.

The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 546-8600, fremontslo.com.

CAL POLY WINTER JAZZ CONCERT: SOUNDS OF GROOVE The concert will feature performances by various jazz ensembles, including the University Jazz Band and Vocal Jazz Ensemble, directed

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Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

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DEAD OR ALIVE Hear live performances by six bands, including Bandwidth, TITVN, and Eternal Bloom. Visit the link to get tickets and more info about this 21 and over show. Feb. 22, 6 p.m. $10-$15.

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Inspired by her own childhood experience of staying in the hospital, Ferreira organized an initiative to donate 40 Valentine’s Day-themed gift boxes to help cheer up children at Marian.

“I hope this inspires other young people to find ways to make a difference in their communities,” Ferreira, a student at Arroyo Grande High School (AGHS), said in press materials.

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Once a participant of St. Patrick Catholic School’s Mercy Projects, Ferreira said she was encouraged by her AVID program teacher at AGHS to organize the Valentine’s Daythemed gift drive. Each box in the gift drive contained a variety of items, curated to “bring comfort and smiles” to young patients at Marian.

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“I was really nervous because I thought you’d have to be able to … think really fast and [find] something funny to say. And it’s really not like that at all,” said Anlo, the founder and director of Improv for Good, a local collective that’s brought improv classes and fundraiser performances to a handful of venues over the past year.

The relief Anlo felt after taking her first formal improv class a few years ago is one she and her colleagues aim to replicate for newcomers at Improv for Good’s workshops. The group was formed during the spring of 2024.

“Anybody can improvise because it’s really … a matter of letting go of your thinking, planning, logical brain, and just kind of going with the flow,” Anlo said. “Being really present in the moment and responding to your scene partner in the moment without thinking about it ahead of time. And the ‘funny’ just happens.

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Anlo compared improv to another hobby she’s fond of—a sport that probably doesn’t share many Venn diagrams with the former.

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invite interaction and performances for attendees to simply enjoy watching as well. The collective curates these programs “with a charitable mindset,” she added. “[We’re] doing improv for people who could really use some extra laughs in their life,” said Anlo, whose group has hosted free or low-cost events for seniors and retirees at the Oceano Community Center, Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, and other venues, and performed during fundraisers at locations in Nipomo and Grover Beach to support Meals that Connect, the 5Cities Homeless Coalition, and other nonprofits.

“We’re not making money off of this at all,” Anlo added.

When the group does charge an admission fee, it’s to cover the costs of using a facility, she clarified.

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Anlo said the group has a few community programs slated for the near future.

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Anna: Luckily this film is straight to streaming, so if you’re an Apple TV subscriber, the only thing you’d be wasting on it is your time. I like both leads—Taylor-Joy and Teller both have their charms. But it just wasn’t enough for me to put this film up too far in the ranks. Granted, this type of film has a rough chance with me to start with.

Admittedly, some of the banter between the Glen: The film begins by introducing our leads comes off as cute, and the two loners do two leads, showing us they’ve got personal have chemistry, but there’s definitely some baggage out the yin-yang. Soon they’re groan-inducing dialogue, and even with the both on-site, and even though they’ve been hollow men emerging from the mist, the ordered not to communicate, Drasa and stakes didn’t feel high enough to engage me.

Levi meet-cute by writing messages to one There’s an evil corporation and a mystery another that they read with binoculars. It for Levi to piece together, but it all fell pretty doesn’t take long for the so called “hollow flat. It also felt like they could have cut this men” to emerge from the gorge film way down—at more than and try to attack them. Cue flying two hours, this flick would have bullets and exploding monsters. benefitted from another run THE GORGE They soon realize that by working through the editing bay.

What’s it rated? PG-13 together, they have a better chance Glen: Yeah, some of the platitudes What’s it worth, Anna? of survival. Eventually, we’ll all Levi utters are beyond corny. Poets, Streaming discover what’s really going on eh? Things get a bit more exciting What’s it worth, Glen? down there. So what we have here when the two find themselves in Streaming is a rom-com wrapped in a sci-fi the gorge scrambling to get out. All Where’s it showing?

Apple TV+ horror mystery with a frosting of manner of creepy human-animal family drama thanks to Drasa’s hybrids abound, and how they dad, Erikas (William Houston), came to be is a twist that won’t who’s promised to off himself on Valentine’s surprise anyone who’s ever seen a sci-fi movie Day so he can rest next to Drasa’s dead mom. involving a shadowy corporation. If you don’t Aw, sweet! We also have Sigourney Weaver have Apple TV, this earnest genre-masher isn’t enough to warrant signing up, but if you have as Bartholomew, who it turns out works for a a subscription and couple of hours to waste, corporation called Darklake. In essence, this you might like it. I will say this: Despite the film wants to be all things to all people but ridiculousness of the story, our leads are trying instead is a semi-hot mess. cott Derrickson (Doctor Strange, The Black Phone) directs Zach Dean’s (Deadfall, The Tomorrow War) script about two highly trained snipers—Levi (Miles Teller) and Drasa (Anya Taylor-Joy)—stationed on either side of a vast crevice containing a mysterious evil that must be contained. When the evil emerges, they work together to survive. (127 min.)

GUN LOVERS: Elite snipers Levi (Miles Teller) and Drasa (Anya Taylor-Joy)—tasked with guarding opposite sides of a mysterious crevice—find romance among the flying bullets, in The Gorge, streaming on Apple TV+.

their damnedest to sell it. That said, maybe if the film didn’t take itself so damn seriously, it might have been so bad it’s good.

Anna: The hollow men did have some interesting special effects that gave them a sort of half tree, half zombie look, and their underworld forest-like setting was creepily scenic. Movies aren’t an easy to make or get made, so even when a film doesn’t quite

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by E. R. Braithwaite. The story deals with important issues of class and race and ultimately is a testament to the power of treating adolescents—even badly behaving ones—with care and love, which has the power to change lives.

Unable to find engineering work, Mark Thackeray (Sidney Poitier) reluctantly accepts a teaching position. Little does he know, his class consists of students rejected from other schools for behavioral problems. Thackeray makes it his mission to make well-behaved young men and women out of them, with plenty of problems along the way.

It’s a compelling story and time capsule of its era, but it’s also very pat and preachy in retrospect. The script has been called sententious, pious, sentimental, and unrealistic—and it is—but Poitier is wonderful, and some of the performances by his students are effective. One of the students, the singer

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IDEALISTIC: Sidney Poitier stars as Mark Thackeray, an unemployed engineer who reluctantly accepts a teaching job of a rowdy classroom, in the 1967 classic To Sir, with Love, screening at the Bay Theatre on Feb. 24.

Lulu in her film debut, also sings the theme song, “To Sir with Love,” that became the bestselling U.S. single in 1967.

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What’s it rated? R When? 2025 Where’s it showing? Netflix Amy Schumer is often thought of as a comedian you either dig or you don’t, and luckily, I personally find her pretty dang funny. This new feature-length offering tells the story of Lainey, a woman who’s been a bit obsessed with pregnancy and motherhood since she was a kid. When everyone around her is getting knocked up, Lainey can’t help but let FOMO take over.

In a rom-com cliché, Lainey winds up with a fake baby bump after an afternoon shopping for maternity clothes with a friend and soaks up the “congrats” and sweet smiles from strangers on the street. She can’t leave it at one afternoon walk though, and soon she befriends a woman named Megan (Brianne Howey) when she attends a prenatal yoga class.

She then meets Megan’s cutie of a brother, Josh (Will Forte), who she instantly connects with, but how do you navigate a big ol’ lie in the form of a big ol’ bump with someone you want to date? It gets messy and then, predictably, gets resolved. If you’re a fan of Schumer and Forte like I am, my guess is you’ll dig this lighthearted rom-

KINDA NEEDY: When she’s mistaken for pregnant and likes the way she’s treated, Lainey (Amy Schumer) goes all in on the ruse, digging herself deeper into trouble, in Kinda Pregnant, streaming on Netflix.

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magine a cozy blanket in wine form. That’s what makes Talley Vineyards’ 2022 grenache perfect for cold, stormy nights, according to the local winery’s new tasting room manager, Juliana Neel. “[It’s] pure comfort in a bottle. With notes of pomegranate and cardamom, it’s the perfect way to warm up on a chilly evening,” Neel said in an email interview. “I like to call it our ‘binge-watching’ wine. It pairs with anything as dramatic as Real Housewives of Salt Lake City—a personal favorite [of mine] … go Mary Cosby!—to the suspenseful storytelling of Severance.”

Brian Talley, Talley Vineyards president and CEO, announced Neel’s promotion from hospitality lead to tasting room manager in mid-February. Born and raised in Santa Maria, Neel has worked for the Arroyo Grande-based winery since 2021, when

she started her Talley tenure as a tasting room attendant.

“When I applied, I was 20 and had absolutely no wine knowledge whatsoever. I had to wait until my 21st birthday—three weeks after my initial interview—for my first day on the job,” Neel said. “But I was eager for the challenge. … I even took viticulture ROOM TO GROW: In 2021, Juliana Neel started working at Talley Vineyards’ classes at Allan Hancock College after earning my tasting room in Arroyo Grande as an attendant. Today, she oversees the venue political science degree to be better equipped to serve as tasting room manager. the guests visiting our tasting room.”

Neel’s multi-layered background in local whatever I wanted—whether it was a nerdy pirate, a professor, or government (she once interned for the Santa Maria City Council, even Mother Superior in a convent.” where she worked directly for Councilmember Gloria Soto) and She still loves theater, and enjoys attending PCPA and SLO performing arts continues to shape how she approaches working REP shows regularly, but now channels her performance skills in in wine and hospitality. different ways, “through hospitality, hosting events, or social media For example, her theater chops come in handy when producing sketches for Talley Vineyards’ Instagram reels, while managing the content creation.” winery’s social media presence.

When Neel looks back on her City Council internship with Soto, “I have the ability to infuse my passions and past experiences she remembers being “incredibly inspired by her work ethic— into every aspect of my job,” Neel said. “Growing up, I was very balancing a full-time career alongside her duties as a council shy and reserved. I surprised my family and schoolmates when I member and active board member of various local organizations.” came out as transgender in 2015. I think subconsciously, I loved EATS continued page 26 theater/acting because I was able to escape my reality and become

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Neel was inspired to apply for a job at Talley Vineyards in 2021 because she “needed a breath of fresh air,” she explained.

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