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Opinions Editor Jean Yamamura News Reporters Ryan P. Cruz, Jun Starkey Culture Editor Leslie Dinaberg Arts Writer Josef Woodard Calendar Editor Terry Ortega Sports Editor Victor Bryant Food Writer George Yatchisin Food & Drink Fellow Vanessa Vin Travel Writers Macduff Everton, Mary Heebner Copy Chief Tessa Reeg Copy Editor Carrie Bluth Production Manager Ava Talehakimi Graphic Designers Jinhee Hwang, Xavier Pereyra Web Content Managers Amanda Correa, Caitlin Kelley Columnists Dennis Allen, Gail Arnold, Sara Caputo, Christine S. Cowles, Roger Durling, Marsha Gray, Betsy J. Green, Amy Ramos, Jerry Roberts, Starshine Roshell Contributors Rob Brezsny, Melinda Burns, Ben Ciccati, John Dickson, Leslie Dinaberg, Camille Garcia, Keith Hamm, Rebecca Horrigan, Eric HvolbØll, Tom Jacobs, Shannon Kelley, Kevin McKiernan, Carolina Starin, Ethan Stewart, Tom Tomorrow, Maggie Yates, John Zant

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NEWS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 OPINIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Angry Poodle Babecue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Distribution Scott Kaufman Editorial Intern Madison Smoak, Sarah Stephens, Veronica Vo Columnist Emeritus Barney Brantingham Photography Editor Emeritus Paul Wellman Founding Staff Emeriti Audrey Berman, George Delmerico, Richard Evans, Laszlo Hodosy Honorary Consigliere Gary J. Hill

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Voices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

OBITUARIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

THE WEEK.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

LIVING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

FOOD & DRINK . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 ARTS LIFE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

ASTROLOGY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 CLASSIFIEDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

ON THE COVER: Pali-X-Mano and Raven Wylde. Photo by Ingrid Bostrom. Design by Xavier Pereyra.

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What’s up, Finn? Who are you?

I’m 16 years old and a sophomore at Dos Pueblos High School. I am a cross-country runner and am very involved in student advocacy. I founded and run the DPLeft club, semi-regularly attend school board meetings with club members, and have spoken at events like the State of Schools and the Universal Access Panel regarding student advocacy, student representation, and equity. I generally am pretty busy with all of these activities and whatever schoolwork I may have, but when I do I have free time, I like reading (a bit of science fiction and a variety of non-fiction), listening to political content on YouTube, playing video games, and spending time with my friends.

Why did you want to spend your precious time off this summer interning for the Independent? After I wrote an opinion piece for the Indy about Christy Lozano, Nick [Welsh] brought up the idea of an internship. I was inclined toward it because the writing experience, involvement in the local community, and opportunity to learn new things and meet new people were alluring to me.

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NEWS BRIEFS BUSINESS Invoca, a Santa Barbara–based company that uses AI to analyze sales and marketing calls, announced on June 14 that it had reached “unicorn” status — a more than $1 billion valuation — after raising $83 million in its latest financing round.

The company was founded in Santa Barbara in 2008 by Colin Kelley, Jason Spievak, and Robert Duva, who worked together at a communications firm. The three started the platform at a time when advertising and marketing were on the verge of evolving toward digital and web-based applications.

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Then Segregated, Now Honored

by Indy Staff ive former students of Carpinteria’s Aliso Elementary School, back when it was a “Mexicans only” campus in the 1930s and ’40s, celebrated the 75th anniversary of desegregating California’s schools at an event this week hosted by the Latinx Arts Project.

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Tomas Castelo (80), Benito Villegas (80), Lorenzo Martinez (93), Salvador Campos (95), and Josephine Villegas (103) helped kick-start a fundraising campaign for a “Past, Present, Future” series of murals that will celebrates the Latino culture and history of Carpinteria. See n more at latinxartsproject.com.

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by Nick Welsh s usual, Santa Barbara City Councilmember Mike Jordan asked the most questions. He also asked one that induced a condition approximating whiplash for Mayor Randy Rowse. The subject at hand was water, as in the Stage II drought declaration the council adopted this Tuesday at the insistence of Governor Gavin Newsom despite widespread grumbling that the governor’s one-size-fits-all approach treated Santa Barbara’s conservation-minded water customers unfairly.

Jordan, who in a prior incarnation served on the state’s regional water quality control board, was drilling down on what the new Stage II restrictions actually might mean.

Why, he asked, were people still allowed to water their plants by hand during the afternoon if most irrigation under the new rules was limited to between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.? Jordan shared how when he watered his blueberries growing in his front yard, “I feel like I’m standing there naked with the hose,” he said. In response, Mayor Rowse joked, “I got distracted by my colleague Mr. Jordan watering his blueberries naked.”

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Jordan’s point was that he felt naked in the eyes of his neighbors for watering with so crude and inefficient an instrument as a garden hose. He would be assured by the team of three city water planners present that hand-watering was not banned because it would pose a hardship on gardeners — who typically work during daylight hours — and because most handwatering involves a relatively tiny amount of H2O. That’s about as simple as it got. Little wonder the council voted to spend up to

Councilmember Mike Jordan

$200,000 — over the next five years — on a public relations company to help get the city’s less-than-simple message across when it comes to water conservation. Currently, 95 percent of California finds itself gripped by a drought classified by the federal government as either severe, extreme, or exceptional. As a result, late this May, the State Water Board — with the backing of Governor Newsom — ordered all municipal water purveyors to adopt plans to cut back water consumption by 20 percent over what they were using in 2020.

Local grassroots organization 805 UndocuFund was recently awarded $10,000 by the Fund for Santa Barbara to support their efforts in advocating for the relief of undocumented workers in the Central Coast through disaster relief and recovery policies. According to the group, it plans to use the funds to build advocacy partnerships and to share information learned from other nonprofits that have responded to COVID-19, wildfires and other natural disasters by distributing onetime emergency cash grants to undocumented residents.

COURTS & CRIME A man died at Cottage Hospital from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run on June 20 on the 101 near La Cumbre. According to authorities, the man had walked onto the right-hand lane on the northbound side of the highway, where he was struck by a “large SUV.” The driver fled the scene.

The incident is under investigation, said CHP Public Information Officer Jonathan Gutierrez, and anyone with details or witness accounts are encouraged to contact CHP at (805) 967-1234.

SPORTS Santa Barbara City College is welcoming a new Director of Athletics, LaDeane Hansten, who is scheduled to begin July 1. Hansten most recently held the position of athletic director at Columbia College in Sonora, where she also led the Health and Human Performance department for seven years. “I am a fervent believer in the mission of California Community Colleges and in putting students first and helping them succeed in reaching their goals,” she said.

ENTERTAINMENT After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the City of Santa Barbara announced a return for the summertime Concerts in the Park series on Thursday nights at Chase Palm Park, starting with ’80s tribute band The Molly Ringwald Project on July 7. Since the program was started in 2000, it has become an annual favorite for people looking for free musical entertainment and a night under the stars right across the street from the ocean. For more information on the Concert in the Park series, visit santabarbaraca.gov/concerts. n

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by Jean Yamamura ver the Juneteenth weekend, a brandnew look at the history of Black Santa Barbara was released by the city.

Focused on the buildings, people, and places that tell that story — from the first visits to Chumash lands in 1542 by Spanish explorers, who subsequently brought with them Black soldiers and also Africans taken by force to the New World, to and through the influx of individuals and families after the turn of the century and World War II—the pages of the draft historic survey are replete with names and images that are readily recognizable and some that are surprisingly shocking.

In the latter category is a photo from 1923 that shows Gutierrez Street rising toward the Riviera, where one hillside has a white cross and the letters “KKK” spelled out beneath it. Santa Barbara, it turns out, was regional headquarters in the 1920s. One form of racism is described as the “redlining” of real estate, a term that came out of the Home Owners Loan Corporation “security risk” maps of color-coded blocks — blue and green for newer White homes, and yellow and red for racially mixed communities.

Interestingly, during the Spanish and Mexican colonial days, segregated housing was unknown.

Nicole Hernández, the city’s urban historian, observed that despite the blatant racism of the 1920s—when newspaper ads for housing developments used restrictions as a selling point—“There are so many powerful stories of heroes who improved life for the African-American and Black community.”

One of them was Reverend Henry Benjamin “H.B.” Thomas, the pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church, more recently known as the Second Baptist Church on East Gutierrez Street. Like many Black leaders in the churches, Thomas supported community social clubs, businesses, and groups like the NAACP and YMCA. He also built an apartment building in 1915, where the parking lot of Staples now exists, at a time when rental housing for Black people was limited.

East Haley Street formed the heart of the Black commercial district, with homes stretching toward the ocean and up to Cota and Anapamu streets. In living memory are places like the Golden Bird Café from the ’60s, on the same block where Black Elks and Muslims had a meeting hall in the Sanchez Building. Just down the road was Otto Hopkins’s Cotton Club, a popular nightclub, particularly notorious for the night thenmayor Edmond O. Hanson got into a fistfight over a lady. Hanson was out of office within a year, but Hopkins lost his liquor license.

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and Design and New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina — recalled designating the San Marcos Building as a landmark for the city in 2015. “It was really exciting to learn that Dr. Francis E. Ford, a Black woman and practicing podiatrist, had an office in the San Marcos Building,” she said. “It was such a huge accomplishment in the 1920s.”

These tales just scratch the surface of a fascinating history assembled in record time. Work started on November 1, 2021, and the final write-up is due September 30, 2022, per the terms of the grants. The team working alongside Hernández included Flora Chou of Page & Turnbull, which had experience in similar projects in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Members of Healing Justice Santa Barbara—Krystle Farmer Sieghart, Simone Akila Ruskamp, and Leticia Forney Resch—combed through records held in area libraries, the Black-owned newspaper the California Eagle, and interviews with E. Onja Brown, Isaac Garrett, Akivah Northern, and Greg Freeland. Sojourner Kincaid Rolle also opened her collection of historic documents and lent her particular knowledge of the subject.

In the run-up to September, Chou and Healing Justice intern Kylah Jordan anchored a booth at Sunday’s Juneteenth celebration, talking with residents about the project and passing out postcards and stickers asking them to share photos and information with Healing Justice S.B. Around 3,000 people attended Juneteenth, said organizer Jordan Killebrew.

About $66,000 in funding for the project came through grants from the California Office of Historic Preservation and the City of Santa Barbara. Asked what’s next, Hernández said part of her job was to designate historic structures, so she’d be looking at a few possibilities. Then it might be grantwriting time again for further research. n

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bara being a community-funded district, funded more by property taxes than state allocations, Santa Barbara received significantly less funds than other districts in California.

“Thank you for your efforts, and for starting early,” said boardmember Virginia Alvarez. Alvarez had been one of many district officials who traveled to Sacramento earlier this year to work with State Senator Monique Limón in lobbying for additional funding to support the program. “Literacy is the foundation of everything.”

At the district board meeting on Tuesday, the district reported that class sizes are expected to be between 20 and 24 students.

Veronica Binkley, principal of Harding University Partnership School, said the district currently has enough staff to meet the ratio of adults to students, but as more students enroll, more paraeducators will have to be hired. “We have been running eight [transitional kindergarten] programs and we’re adding one more, so I think we’ll be fine,” —Jun Starkey she said.

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Santa Barbara’s problem is that its customers have been using 25 percent less than what they were back in 2013, back when the last drought started. If the state’s new guidelines were added to that 25 percent, city water planners have strenuously objected, they’d be forced to reduce usage by 35-37 percent. To put that in perspective, city water customers achieved reductions of 40 percent in 2016, but that was during the most desperate depths of the last drought when Lake Cachuma, the South Coast’s largest water repository, bore a frightening resemblance to an almost empty bathtub.

The question confronting city water supply planners like Dakota Corey is how much they should get customers to cut back when, in fact, Santa Barbara has more than enough water to get through the next two years whether it rains or not. Only in 2025 — assuming no rains — does the pinch become real. Bailing the city out, of course, has been its desalination plant, which is currently calibrated to produce 3,150 acrefeet of water a year, much of which is now

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he Santa Barbara Unified School Board voted 5-0 to approve the transitional kindergarten program for its elementary schools on Tuesday, June 14. The program will be open to any 4-year-old who turns 5

by February 2, 2023, beginning this fall.

In July 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom mandated that transitional kindergarten be integrated into all elementary schools by the 2024-25 school year, though the majority of Santa Barbara elementary schools have some version of this program already. District officials had previously told the Independent the program would be phased in over the next few years and was expected to be fully integrated by the 2025-26 school year.

As part of the mandate, transitional kindergarten classes would be required to adjust the adult to student ratio, from one adult to every 24 students, to one adult to every 12 students. This had been a cause for some concern, as the district struggled to hire more educators without additional funding from the state. Due to Santa Bar-

sold to the Montecito Water District.

Corey’s solution to this conundrum was for the council to declare a Stage II drought alert — which requires people to use control nozzles on their hoses and prohibits them from washing their cars or hosing off the sidewalk — but without setting any specific numerical targets for water use reduction. (Non-functional fields — those on which no soccer balls can be dribbled nor Frisbees tossed — can no longer be irrigated.) And City Hall will resurrect its lawn rebate program, setting aside $50,000 to help customers replace their lawns with something else.

Councilmember Jordan, once again, had something to say about the declaration’s striking lack of specificity. “We need to see a number we’re chasing,” he cautioned. With climate change, he said, the future is now. “We’re already there.

Despite conservation we’ve had in the past, our future is one of overall less water use. Let’s put a number to it, and let’s get n there.”

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everal witnesses took the stand on the third day of the trial against John Dungan, the Santa Barbara man facing three counts of first degree murder after killing a Solvang woman and her two children in a head-on traffic collision on Highway 154. Defendant John Dungan in court They provided firsthand, often emotional accounts of the crash and of the probation terms of a previous charge following investigation. against Dungan and was later traced to the Sheriff ’s Deputy Derrick Day’s voice intersection of the 154 and East Camino broke as he described how he and his part- Cielo, five miles away from the scene of the ner attempted to rescue the two children incident. from their burning vehicle. Tears welled In court, Dungan sat upright behind the up in his eyes as he told the jury how the defense counsel’s table, often leaning back fire’s intensity increased as it engulfed the in his chair and staring blankly as images car and raged up the hillside, and how he from the crash were projected on a screen. reached into the backseat to try to free the If convicted of even one of the three counts children from their seatbelts. CHP Sergeant of felony murder, he faces 25 years to life Matthew Marien also broke down when in prison. His defense team hopes to raise detailing the trauma the case inflicted on doubts that Dungan swerved into the oppohimself and fellow officers. site lane intentionally.

Paramedics testified that Dungan was The trial, which was supposed to connot wearing his court-ordered GPS ankle tinue on Monday, June 20, was postponed monitor at the time of the collision, sug- for one week and will continue with more gesting it was taken off before he drove into witness testimony on June 27.

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U.S., resulting in about 20,000 hospitalizaThe Children’s Medical Clinic is among tions and 200 deaths. “There have been a the first to receive the special smaller doses disproportionate number of COVID-19-refor kids, having ordered early, Percin said. lated hospitalizations and deaths among It will also be available at County Public African-American, Hispanic-Latino, and Health’s clinics this week, said spokesper- Native American children in this age group,” son Jackie Ruiz, and at pediatrician offices he noted. around Santa Barbara County.

Side effects included those often noted When children come to the clinic with for vaccination, such as soreness, fever, and coughs and congestion, said Percin, they do irritability, but the benefits substantially outa COVID test and also a respiratory panel: weighed the risks, according to the CDC. “It’s summer-camp time,” she said. “Kids are “Immunization can be expected to reduce all in one place, swimming, changing. It’s the the numbers of COVID-19-related serious common cold more often than not, although illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths in COVID mimics a cold in many ways.” infants and young children, while facilitating As for the necessity of vaccinating small their participation in normal educational, children against a disease that seemed at first social, and recreational activities,” said Ansequivocal in infecting them, the county’s org.

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Franciscans Hit with New Sex Assault Complaint

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ith the statute of limitations on such cases soon set to expire, a 40-yearold Santa Barbara County resident identified only as John Doe filed legal papers in court alleging he’d been sexually assaulted at the hands of the Franciscan Friars of California, the Old Mission Santa Barbara, the Roman Catholic Diocese, and the San Roque Catholic Church. Specifically, the complaint charges that Father Robert Van Handel and Monsignor Vincent McCabe sexually abused the plaintiff in 1989 when he was a 5th-grader singing in the St. Anthony’s choir and serving as an altar boy at the San Roque parish.

Attorney Tim Hale, who represents the plaintiff, said Van Handel had notified his superiors in the 1970s that he was attracted to young boys. “Not guys,” Hale stated.

“Boys.” Van Handel would abuse 22 victims before he was stripped of his collar in 1997.

McCabe died in 2015. Hale contends that McCabe’s superiors knew or should have known of his pedophiliac tendencies as well. He said the experience has left his client scarred “from a life of chaos,” marked by serious anger and trust issues.

Hale’s court pleading reads like many of the sexual abuse scandals that rocked the Santa Barbara Mission and St. Anthony’s Seminary back in the early 1990s. Since the 1950s, no less than 38 Franciscans have been named as sexual perpetrators in Santa Barbara and 73 victims have come forward. As early as 1950, Hale stated, the Bishop of San

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Diego was complaining that the Franciscans of Santa Barbara had been using San Diego “as a dumping ground for their moral, mental, and physical problems. It became necessary for me some time ago to demand the withdrawal of one misfit after another.”

Brian Brosnahan, the attorney representing the Franciscans, stated he’d not been served with the legal papers yet and had not had a chance to review them for comment.

—Nick Welsh

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ormally, when a star goes supernova, the thermonuclear explosion blows it utterly apart, leaving nothing behind. An astronomer with Las Cumbres Observatory announced this week, however, that he observed a supernova named SN 2012Z in the nearby spiral galaxy NGC 1309 that had not only survived the explosion but grew larger and brighter as a result.

“I was stunned,” said Dr. Curtis McCully of the discovery, which was the subject of a Wednesday press conference and a newly published article in The Astrophysical Journal. “My immediate reaction was that I did something wrong.” But a re-analysis of the data revealed McCully’s eyes weren’t deceiving him and SN 2012Z had in fact cheated death.

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traditional Type Ia supernova and are the result of a failed Type Ia explosion. McCully and his team believe the half-exploded star got brighter because it puffed up to a much larger size. Over time, they expect it to slowly return to its initial state, only less massive.

Scientists still aren’t exactly sure what makes a star — specifically white dwarfs, which are roughly the mass of the sun packed into the size of the Earth — erupt into supernovas. One theory is that the dwarf steals matter from a companion star and when it gets too heavy, thermonuclear reactions ignite in the core and lead to a runaway explosion.

“This star surviving is a little like ObiWan Kenobi coming back as a Force ghost in Star Wars,” said Dr. Andy Howell, another author on the study and a staff scientist at Las Cumbres Observatory. “Nature tried to strike this star down, but it came back more powerful than we could have imagined.”

—Tyler Hayden

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hen UCSB geography professor Trisalyn Nelson had a close call on her bike while waiting at an intersection in Vancouver, British Columbia, she remembered thinking, “If I die on this bike, it will be at this intersection.” Nelson, however, is not only an avid bicyclist, but she is also a specialist in Geographic Information Spatial (GIS) data and the holder of the UCSB geography professor Trisalyn Nelson Jack and Laura Dangermond Endowed Chair at UCSB’s Geography riders. And without ameliorating such fears, Department. She decided to do something Nelson argues there’s little chance of making an appreciable dent in the greenhouse-gas about bike safety.

After her brush with death, she began emissions fueling climate change. a website where cyclists could put dots on Nelson and her husband — also a UCSB maps indicating where they had dangerous geographer — came to Santa Barbara from encounters while on the road. At first, she Canada, where she grew up the daughter of dubbed the site Flipping the Bird. Now, it’s hippie parents. She and her husband have the more sober and respectable BikeMaps two kids, ages 10 and 14. The whole family .org, which has collected 11,000 data point rides. As much as Nelson loves riding, she dots from 40 different areas. Each dot on the still worries about safety for her kids and map tells a tale of some mishap — a crash, a everyone else.

For example, she says, “I won’t ride on collision, a stolen bike, or just a near-miss.

Hollister. The data shows they’ve lots of Santa Barbara is next.

Next month, on July 28, Nelson is launch- crashes.” Next year, her 14-year-old son ing the crowdsourcing debut for Santa Bar- starts at Dos Pueblos High School. She worbara’s version of BikeMaps.org at Bici Centro ries about Patterson Avenue near Cathedral on Haley Street. SBBIKE and COAST are Oaks, so the plan now is to drive her son part co-sponsoring what Nelson hopes will be a of the way and let him ride the rest. bike safety “map-a-thon.”

There’s no excuse, she says, for a commuAmong Nelson’s biggest discoveries so nity endowed with all the natural advantages far: “Police get data from places where there of Santa Barbara to not have the best bicycle are lots of cars. We get data where there are infrastructure in California. How far off the lots of bikes.” mark are we? “Super far off,” Nelson says.

Nelson and her geospatial data coIn recent years, the City of Santa Barbara conspirators rely on all the usual official has invested many millions in new bike sources. But they mix in data from apps lanes; some qualify as splashes of green paint such as Strava, and they rely significantly on the road, while others create the physical on crowdsourcing. Not every crash, she says, separation from traffic that Nelson says is results in an ambulance ride or an official necessary. These are good, Nelson says, but police report. Official stats, she reckoned, too many gaps remain. capture only about 20 percent of the actual Santa Barbara, she’s noted, has done without reliable traffic counts for bicycle riders incidents.

These dots help cyclists plot a new route: for eons. Now, she is shaking the bushes for which way should they go and which streets funding — around $200,000 — hitting up to avoid. But the absence of data dots does major players in the bicycle industry, but not necessarily mean the area is safe. “Some thus far without success. areas are just so dangerous that nobody Nelson is aware she’s entering what’s rides there,” she noted. But the real hope becoming an increasingly heated conversais to provide meaningful risk data to pub- tion about transportation options. She was lic works officials and local elected leaders thrilled that Santa Barbara’s City Council when they’re figuring out how to fund road closed downtown State Street to cars. But she recognizes that public irritation with cyclists infrastructure projects.

Nelson has blue-gray eyes, a quick smile, is increasing. The downtown wheelie-popand an easy laugh, and on occasion, she’ll pers, Mesa kids on e-bikes, and aggressive punch the sky to emphasize a point. Fus- members of the Lycra crowd are regarded in ing the zeal of an activist with the granular some quarters as a growing menace. “There focus of a scholar, she makes no bones about are three schools of thought here,” she said. her agenda: more bike paths. And by that, “We can deal with this with more education. she means more bike paths that physically We can deal with it with more enforcement. separate cyclists from motorists. A splash But if we create new infrastructure for these of green paint to indicate a bike lane will do riders, maybe it won’t be such a problem nothing to allay the fears of “risk-adverse” anymore.” n

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ECHOES OF WATERGATE: Let’s stipulate that the January 6 hearings now unfolding ain’t no Watergate, the 50th anniversary of which

we are now celebrating as an occasion where the system worked to remove Richard Nixon, the festering ooze then occupying the White House. Unlike the January 6 tribunals, the Watergate hearings were broadly bi-partisan.

And real cross-examination of witnesses took place as opposed to instant replays of short video snippets curated from countless hours of actual questioning.

Unlike the January 6 proceedings, Watergate made the American language infinitely more fun and sinister. Watergate phrases such as “follow the money,” “deep-six,” “Deep Throat,” and “smoking gun” are now so enmeshed in the lingo we no longer know we’re stealing them.

California’s Adam Schiff gave a nod to this on Day Four of the hearings when he alluded to there being “a cancer on the body politic,” a riff on what John Dean — the whistle-blowing former White House Counsel — told Nixon that there was a “cancer on the American Presidency.”

With Nixon, the central question was always, “What did he know and when did he know it?” With Trump, the only question is whether criminal charges are to be filed. On January 6, Trump not only yelled “Fire!” in a crowded movie theater, but he bought the gas, brought the Molotov cocktail, then lit the fuse and screwed the doors shut so no one could escape.

Even if 71 percent of Republicans allegedly believe the 2020 elections were stolen — based on polls taken earlier this year — it’s now irrefutably clear that Trump himself had been told otherwise repeatedly and emphatically by every sentient, competent adult in the room with the notable exception of his attorneys — and anal osculators — John Eastman and Rudy Giuliani.

For those willing to squint, however, signs of hope do exist. Recent polling suggests that 58 percent of respondents believe criminal charges are in order. That’s up from 56. But for all you nattering nabobs of negativity, I must admit that only 19 percent of registered Republicans feel this way. Maybe that’s why 108 election deniers managed to make it to the November run-offs in this year’s primary elections so far.

Even so, Day Four might wind up being a game-changer. It was real live testimony by real live people, not the usual fare of instant replays edited so tightly they almost bled. The witnesses’ stories — detailing the strong-arm, bully-boy, and outright terrorist tactics of Trump, Giuliani, Eastman, and their supporters to steal the election by decertifying Joe Biden’s victory, fielding fraudulent slates of electors equipped with fraudulent certificates of election results for purposes of casting fraudulent ballots with the Electoral College on Trump’s behalf — are enough to frazzle anyone’s follicles.

It’s worth noting that Eastman, the attorney who crafted this novel legal stratagem, refused to answer questions posed by committee members more than 100 times on the grounds the

answers might incriminate him. Eastman also applied to Trump — unsuccessfully — for a presidential pardon.

Most chilling was the pro-Trump mob violence inflicted on any officials — elected or otherwise — who stood up for the sanctity of Georgia’s audited and thrice-verified election results. Trump singled out, by name, Atlanta elections worker Shaye Moss and her mother, Ruby Freeman, accusing them of election fraud perpetrated with what he would have us believe was a smoking suitcase, packed with thousands of illegal ballots. Mobs would later invade Moss’s grandmother’s home, looking to affect a citizen’s arrest on her and Freeman.

Among the many threats Moss received was one warning, “Be glad it’s 2020 and not 1920.”

I was struck by one very loud Watergate echo during Day Four. For those tuning in late, Nixon “agreed” to resign only after Barry Goldwater, the arch-conservative right-wing senator from Arizona, personally told him he would not survive an impeachment hearing. This Tuesday, Goldwater’s stand-in was Rusty Bowers, a pro-Trump Republican, devout Mormon, and Speaker of the Arizona Legislature. Bowers testified at length about the socket-wrenching arm-twisting he endured at the hands of Trump and Giuliani. They wanted Bowers to reconvene the Arizona legislature, hold hearings about voter fraud, and certify an alternate slate of Electoral College electors other than the ones Arizona voters voted for. Bowers asked for evidence of fraud. He repeatedly asked for names.

He was told the names existed and he would have them. They never came. Had this legal theory ever been tried before? Bowers asked.

No, he was told, it hadn’t. “Just do it,” Eastman told him. “And let the courts sort it out.”

That’s not how Bowers rolls. He would grow misty on the stand when describing the Constitution as a “divinely inspired” document.

He would not break his oath, he repeatedly testified. He could not. That’s not how he was constituted. Nor would he allow himself to be a pawn. In retaliation, mobs assembled outside Bowers’s home. Some came armed. His office would be so deluged by angry emails, texts, and phone calls that no business could be done.

Bowers would find himself reviled as a pedophile and pervert.

I find myself hoping Bowers — who radiates more innate decency than Tom Hanks and Gregory Peck combined — might play a similar role to the one played by Goldwater 50 years ago. Maybe the devout Mormon could help dispel the conspiracy theory that Biden somehow stole the 2020 election. Trump’s former Attorney General Bill Barr — using excruciatingly precise legal language — characterized the evidence supporting this theory as “bullshit.”

Who knows what difference any of this makes? Who knows what any of it can make?

I’ll give this week’s last word to California Congressmember Adam Schiff. “This system held,” he said. “But barely. The question remains: Will it hold again?”

—Nick Welsh

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The entire obstetric community has been working diligently and tirelessly to care for our existing patients and as your article explains, we have had to accommodate the many new patients who were recently and precipitously left without care, some of whom are due to deliver within a matter of weeks.

This unanticipated influx of patients has resulted in more than 500 new prenatal appointments over the next three to six months and has added considerable strain to all the OB/GYN practices in our community. However, we remain committed to caring for the women in our community, as we have done responsibly and professionally for decades.

As a board-certified group of obstetricians and gynecologists, we closely adhere to the high standards of evidence-based care set forth by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). As we explore our patients’ personal preferences, we create birth plans for each mother and make sure that they are informed about the latest research in order to most effectively navigate their health and safety, which is of paramount importance. Collectively, we have performed many thousands of deliveries, and again, as board-certified members of ACOG, we take pride in the care and management of our pregnant patients by frequently communicating with them about treatment, and consent for that treatment.

We believe that the characterization that maternal health care is lacking in our Santa Barbara community is an uninformed mischaracterization, and one that is not supported by the thousands of women we have taken care of over many decades.

We are proud to have had the honor of delivering generations of babies here in our community, and we consider it a privilege to be part of what is often considered the most precious experience for countless families.

While continually striving to enhance and advance the care we provide, our local group of Santa Barbara obstetricians and gynecologists, along with our staff, operate with the highest level of professionalism and collegiality and are dedicated to putting our patients first. While we always want to listen closely to our community members about their experience with us, we believe the quality of

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BY PAUL VERCAMMEN oe Mock often worshiped the sun, sitting on

a beach towel, wearing faded gym shorts and puka shells. He laughed, smiled, and got a tan while listening to a dented transistor radio.

Joe was usually serenaded through the speaker by Vin Scully and a Dodgers game, or by the classic rock and roll he championed.

Sunny Joe seemed on a religious crusade or political campaign to spread rock throughout Santa Barbara, converting even the most reluctant souls to rock on.

Joe “Mama” Mock was a KTYD disc jockey, a nightclub deejay, a musician in Santa Barbara bands Norman Allan and I Batter, and a mentor and constant cheerleader for local talent. At KTYD, in an era when the station seemed to blare from every construction site and car radio, Joe and Fear Hyple played local bands on their show “Santa Barbara Beat.”

“Growing up listening to KTYD, I thought Joe Mock was an actual rock star,” said Dean Dinning, bassist for Toad the Wet Sprocket. “Joe and Fear gave our band its first-ever play on radio. Years ago, Joe ended up working with our manager Chris Blake, even touring with us as a guitar tech.

“I always heard you should never meet your heroes.

But Joe was a wonderful exception to that rule.”

Joe was born June 21, 1957, in Orange County, California. With his tongue buried in round, full cheeks, Joe declared in the early ages of the Summer Solstice Celebration in Santa Barbara that the revelry was dedicated to him. “Ha ha,” he chuckled at his own joke, long before anyone texted “ha ha” on their cell phone or owned one.

“He had an unbridled zeal for life,” said former KTYD deejay Mark Avery and Joe’s onetime roommate. “Joe realized that the music industry is where he needed to be. But to him, it wasn’t and shouldn’t have been an industry. For Joe and many of us, music was an art form to be expressed, shared, and experienced. Which is why it seemed that music was a part of everything Joe did.”

Good friends and relatives of Joe received his mixtapes on cassette, much like the one played by the Chris Pratt character in the movie Guardians of the Galaxy. He combined new songs before the rest of the planet embraced them and rock classics.

Joe named the cassettes everything from “California Calling” and “Summer Solstice 1986” to “Slapshots and Power Plays.” Many of the mixtapes featured rare gems, including Springsteen on Saturday Night Live.

Joe unearthed Mike Mills of REM performing “Rockville” on Regis and Kathie Lee’s TV show.

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The tapes got people through long drives, lonely nights, bad breakups, and good breakups.

Joe moved to Wisconsin for a time and once turned a bus ride from Madison to Green Bay into a rock lesson and sing-along.

Outside the bus window, black-and-white dairy cows gnawed on green grass. Inside the dark bus, Joe decided to liven up the pastoral route.

Sitting in the back, Joe rigged speakers to his Walkman and began playing his favorites: The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, and more. The Wisconsin riders flipped from shy and reluctant to full-throated crooners. They joined in song, between the driver’s announcements of stops in Appleton, Oshkosh, and Beaver Dam to drop off a box of blood.

“Yeah, man,” Joe nodded. “And good that those people are getting their blood.”

His mission was accomplished after an hour or so.

He turned off the music and picked up a paperback.

Joe read voraciously. He dove deep into the Larry McMurtry epic Lonesome Dove. Joe would exclaim out loud, “I can’t believe McMurtry killed the young Irish singer in a water moccasin attack!”

Joe wrote himself, authoring three novels and a nonfiction send-up, Ticket Stubs: A Rock Fan Looks Back at the ’70s. The book included countless photos of the stubs Joe saved.

It’s fair to estimate that Joe saw in person five dozen bands in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

“There are hundreds of books out there written by established rock critics, but I’ve never read one by the average fan who had to wait in line to buy tickets,” Joe wrote in the book’s header that’s on Amazon.

That was Joe, the eyes and ears of the everyman. No designer jeans, by design.

Later in life, Joe lived in Playa Del Rey and delivered flowers and more good cheer.

Bridget Benenate, an acclaimed singer-songwriter and lead singer of the local band The Dreamers, explained that Joe had a rare ability to lift people’s spirits. Benenate knows well about making positive connections. Her songwriting credits are all over pop hits, including Kelly Clarkson’s smash “Breakaway.”

“I just remember Joe being like the sun,” said Benenate. “He was so light. He was always grinning. He was a big presence in my life while I was growing up.”

Joe passed away last winter and is survived by his sisters Julie, Marti, and Mary; brother, Ken; three brothers-in-law; a sister-in-law; and four nephews and nieces.

Relatives and friends still see the plastic cogs spinning his mixtapes. They hear Joe “Mama” Mock takn ing sad songs and making them better.

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Eric Duane Schulenberg

11/6/1954 - 6/26/2009 Beloved brother Miss you every day.

Hazel Denise Oetjen 8/6/1925 - 4/12/2022

Our beautiful, dear, sweet, loving Mother Hazel Denise Oetjen died peacefully at home with her family in Colorado Springs, CO on April 12th. She was the first born daughter of Swedish immigrants and longtime residents of Santa Barbara Wilhelm and Greta Morsing.

Hazel was born and grew up in New Jersey. Her father was a very proper dignified Swedish gentleman who worked as a mechanical engineer for Thomas Edison. Her mother was an accomplished pianist and homemaker who passed on a lifelong love of music to both Hazel and her younger sister Ruth.

Hazel was a 1947 graduate of Bridgewater College in Virginia where she was awarded a BA degree in Marketing. Following graduation she returned to N.J. where she worked for AT&T and met the love of her life Arba “Pete” Oetjen; a WWII veteran and former POW captured at the Battle of the Bulge.

Hazel and Pete shared a love of music and family. Shortly before their marriage in 1951, they wrote a song entitled “After All.” They subsequently appeared on the television show “Songs for Sale” where “After All” was sung and recorded by Rosemary Clooney backed by a full orchestra.

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Following marriage, Hazel and Pete began raising their four children over the course of many moves precipitated

by Pete’s Government service. Hazel easily established cherished lifelong friendships wherever Pete’s job took them from New Jersey to Texas to California to Alaska to Louisiana and back to Texas again.

Hazel and Pete settled in Santa Barbara upon their retirement.

Hazel’s musical talent was enjoyed and admired by all who knew her. She frequently volunteered to play piano for her church and civic groups.

Sheet music was never necessary since Hazel could easily play for hours from memory, or hear music and translate it to the keys of the piano; often with original modifications and flourishes that improved the listening experience.

Hazel’s caring, beautiful spirit, sense of adventure and love for life led to many happy memories picnicking, camping, traveling and experiencing the world; and connecting with people everywhere. She was very proud of her Swedish heritage, spoke the language fluently and treasured many trips to her parent’s homeland to visit and connect with close relatives.

Hazel is survived by her daughter Denise of Goleta, sons Thomas (Kristie) and Rodger (Ofelia) of Colorado Springs, and son Eric of Vacaville. She is also survived by two grandsons (Cameron and Spencer) and a granddaughter (Scarlett Hazel); as well as her sister-in-law Bev and many special cousins, nieces and nephews in the U.S and Sweden. She was predeceased by her loving parents, her beloved husband Pete and her amazing, awesome sister Ruth.

Hazel was extremely patriotic and very proud of her children who all served in the U.S. Army. Her three sons graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point. She was a long term resident of Santa Barbara prior to her move to Colorado last year.

A memorial gathering for family and close friends will take place on June 26th at Arroyo Burro Beach in Santa Barbara.

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Bascom Holt King 4/14/1938 - 5/4/2022

Born in Duxbury Massachusetts on April 14, 1938 to Dr. Connie Holt King and Wilda Geneva Counts, Bascom Holt King passed on the afternoon of May 4th 2022 in Santa Barbara. He was a well-known and respected electronics and design engineer in the highend audio industry.

After the early passing of his father, he moved to Santa Barbara with his mother and younger sister Carolyn in 1951. He gained an interest in electronics in middle school, where he took a radio and electricity shop class. While attending Santa Barbara High School, (when he wasn't cruising his hot-rod on State street and hanging out at the Blue Onion), he was building his own amplifiers from pirated and scrounged components. At the same time, he began a lifelong passion for the classical guitar, and once introduced the Romero's, who briefly resided in Santa Barbara, to a composition by Fernando Sor that they were at the time unfamiliar with.

Following his graduating high school in 1955, he worked for Gordon Mercer, who had opened a hi-fi store in Montecito and who became a lifelong mentor, before attending Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, where he was a member of Delta Sigma Phi, earning an Electronic Engineering degree in 1961. There he met and married his wife of 60 years, Nancy Louise Coffer.

After the birth of their son, Everett, they moved back to Santa Barbara in 1962, where their daughter Cassandra was born. He and Nancy purchased a house in the La Cumbre Road area in in 1963, where he lived for the remainder of his life.

Upon leaving Cal Poly, he briefly worked for Mac Turner,

another mentor, developing rocket telemetry systems before being hired as the first full-time engineer at Applied Magnetics in Goleta, where he worked designing magnetic recording heads.

In 1967 he was hired by Optron, to help the transition to a new location in New Haven, Connecticut for a few months. During this time, his wife had a laboratory built for him at their home, and when he returned he put out his shingle as BHK Electronics, consulting, designing and marketing testing and measuring equipment.

Over the span of six decades and up to the time of his passing, he worked as a consulting engineer for many high-end audio companies, including Marantz, Infiniti Systems, Great American Sound (GAS), Sumo, Genesis Technologies, BGW, Counterpoint Electronic systems, Conrad Johnson Design Inc., Audio Alchemy, Perpetual Technologies, Forssell Technologies, Constellation Audio, and PS Audio among others. His designs include the Marantz 1120 integrated amplifier, the Infinity HCA Hybrid Class A power amplifier, and the Conrad Johnson Design Premier 350 power amplifier, in addition to developing accelerometer woofer servo-systems that were used in Infinity and Genesis loudspeakers. It was with PS Audio that he designed products that bear his name, including the BHK Signature preamplifier and the BHK Signature 250 amplifier, which have been rated as amongst the best. Throughout this time he also wrote dozens of reviews for Audio Magazine and Sound Stage, reviewing and measuring amps, preamps and other digital equipment.

During his long career, Bascom mentored many individuals and was always generous with his engineering knowledge, He follows the passing of other luminaries in the audiophile world, such as Arnie Nudell and James Bongiorno, who were both very close friends over many decades.

Music was ever present in his life, and his home was always filled with high-end sound as various audio com-

ponents were constantly being tested, measured, evaluated and listened to. A regular attendee at music performances, festivals and symposia, Bascom also loved playing his classical guitars every day of his life since a young age.

A voracious reader, Bascom consumed a dozen books every few weeks and also enjoyed taking long walks in Santa Barbara's numerous beautiful outdoor spaces. Sailing was a favorite pastime during his middle years and he was an active member of the Santa Barbara Sailing Club, and later the Santa Barbara Yacht Club, racing first a BB-11 and then a Victory and advancing to his last boat, a J-24 (The "Ariadne", "Bad News", and "Polaris", respectively).

Bascom was an affable, open and generous person who touched many lives in his daily travels around town, from the post office clerk to the checker at the grocery. He especially enjoyed saying hello to strangers and getting positive energy back. He enjoyed being friendly and liked being around other upbeat people. His loss will be felt by many.

Preceded by his wife, he is survived by his sister, his son and daughter and two grandsons. There will be a Celebration of Life Memorial on June 25th. For more information phone (805) 687-2063.

Timothy Shellhart 5/22/2022

Timothy John Shellhart passed away unexpectedly on May 22, 2022. Tim was born and raised in Santa Barbara and attended Santa Barbara High School. After graduation, he joined the military in 2002 and served as a fireman during his enlistment. For the past eight years, Tim was employed at Cottage Hospital as a Stationary Engineer. Tim had a love of the outdoors, including riding and working on motorcycles and spending hours on an ATV with the sand and surf of Pismo Beach. Tim is survived by his daughter, Bella, his twin sister Jennifer, brother Thomas and parents Joella and Perry Shellhart. A celebration of his life will be held later this year.

obituaries Bryson Robert Williams

12/13/1989 - 2/14/2022

On December 13, 1989, Bryson Robert Williams made his dramatic debut into the loving arms of his parents, Bruce and Debbie Williams.

Born in Santa Barbara and raised in Goleta, Bryson grew up playing soccer, basketball, baseball, skateboarding, surfing and competing in disc golf competitions. He also loved the arts: drawing, painting, playing guitar, writing songs, creating beats and performing his music.

While in high school, Bryson survived an arteriovenous malformation brain surgery. He graduated with his GED from Santa Barbara City College in 2008. In 2010, Bryson was diagnosed with heart failure which led him to receive a successful heart transplant in 2011. The heart transplant saved his life.

Despite his harrowing health journey, Bryson embraced life with joy and bravery.

After recovery from his transplant, Bryson went on to excel in the Culinary Arts program at Santa Barbara City College to pursue his passion for cooking. He worked as a chef for La Cumbre Country Club, Barbareno and Bottlest.

In addition to his cooking career, Bryson also loved to cook for his friends and family and was known to host dinner parties, man the grill at family functions, and make elaborate new dishes for his wife. Bryson was curious about cooking and trying new techniques, undaunted by the skill or time some dishes could take. He experimented with things like fermenting hot sauce, making kombucha, dry aging persimmons and all sorts of culinary

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explorations that would incite his curiosity.

An inquisitive person for life, Bryson found passion and interest in learning new things and exploring many hobbies.

In 2018, Bryson went back to Santa Barbara City College to pursue a new interest in graphic design. He graduated from the program in 2020 and his creativity blossomed. Taking inspiration from street art, the ocean, plants and food, he developed his own unique style. Bryson designed logos and visual identities for many small businesses in town, and he also donated his time to nonprofits that focused on ocean conservation.

Bryson married the love of his life, Amanda Jacobs, on April 19, 2020. Bryson enjoyed taking Amanda on weekend getaways to explore new cities, new restaurants and new music, but most of all he loved spending his time at home with her. He would dance and sing with her in the kitchen while making her his Instagram-famous dinners. Last year, Bryson and Amanda adopted their first dog together, a small black pug puppy named Louie. Bryson and Louie were inseparable and could always be found cuddling on the couch watching a Lakers game.

Bryson was a character through and through. He was known for making people laugh – from his self-created slang words to dancing and singing after one too many beers – he always had everyone smiling. He had a love of colorful and bold fashion that mimicked his playful personality, which included dad hats with funny sayings and his signature Birkenstocks with patterned socks.

Bryson was a loyal friend and lived by a strong conviction to always make everyone smile. He was a kind and caring person who showed genuine interest in everyone he met. He lit up the room and was the life of the party.

He was known for his bright smile, outgoing personality

and his joyous manner.

Bryson Robert Williams passed away surrounded by his family and wife, Amanda on Monday, February 14, at the age of 32. The boy with the biggest heart, living with a donated heart, passed on the holiday of hearts. He was a wonderful and loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. Bryson leaves behind a village of people he loved deeply and who, in turn, love him too.

Bryson is survived by his wife and parents, along with his sister Chrissi Williams, and his many lifelong friends and family members.

Bowdre Lucian Carswell, M.D.

1/18/1926 - 6/13/2022

Dr. Bowdre Lucian Carswell died of natural causes in the early hours of Monday, June 13, 2022 at his apartment in the Vista del Monte retirement complex in Santa Barbara, CA. Dr. Carswell was born January 18, 1926 in Sardis, Georgia into a family with four older brothers and one younger sister. His father, Alex Carswell, was a Southern Baptist minister, CPA, small-town lawyer and educator, and his mother, Marjorie Norris Carswell, was a homemaker who every day read a page of the Bible and a page in the dictionary.

After graduation from high school in Blakely, GA, Bo – as he was known by family and friends – entered the University of Georgia in 1942. After completing the required premed courses, he transferred to the Medical College of Georgia graduating with an M.D. shortly after his 21st birthday.

Dr. Carswell served as a Naval officer with the U.S. Air Force at Randolph Field, TX and Shaw Air Force Base,

South Carolina followed by Navy Flight Surgeon School in Pensacola, FL. He was then assigned to the First Marine Air Wing at El Toro, CA and then deployed to Japan and Korea. Returning from the Korean War in 1952, Dr. Carswell began a 4-year surgical residency followed by a 6-month pathology residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI. In 1957, Dr. Carswell joined the practice of Dr. Bill Sheehan in Santa Barbara, CA. After Dr. Sheehan’s retirement, Dr. Bo continued to practice there until he retired in March, 1996 at age 70. During the nearly 40 years that he practiced, Dr. Carswell had one of the busiest surgical offices in the county. According to his nephew, John Carswell, “It was hard to go anywhere in Santa Barbara without running into someone Uncle Bo had operated on.”

Dr. Carswell served in many capacities in all of the local hospitals during his long surgical practice and maintained many professional and civic memberships. One of his most cherished honors was to be chosen PHYSICIAN OF THE YEAR in 1994 as the first recipient. He was selected by his peers from both St. Francis Hospital and Cottage Hospital.

As a devout Christian, Dr. Carswell supported Youth For Christ, Sea & Summit (now part of YWAM), the Boy Scouts, the Salt Company at Hollywood First Presbyterian Church, Physicians For Life and was an active member of Santa Barbara’s First Baptist Church until his death.

One of Bowdre’s favorite accomplishments was to have been part of the team (which included his brother Dr. Harold Carswell) that developed the Valle Verde Retirement Community. He was actively involved from the inception in the 1950’s until the doors opened in 1965.

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Carswell, orthopedic surgeon in Augusta, GA; Dr. John Carswell, anesthesiologist and Dr. Harold (“Bud”) Carswell, colo-rectal surgeon in Santa Barbara. It was not unusual in Santa Barbara for Dr. Bo and Dr. Bud to be doing surgery together while Dr. John administered the anesthetic.

When he wasn’t involved with patients – which was rare, Dr. Bo could be found playing bridge, billiards or tennis.

He also enjoyed bowling, ping pong and shooting pool.

In 1958, Bowdre Carswell married Betty Jean Boyles whom he met while doing his surgical residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Ms. Boyles was an R.N. In 1958, she relocated to Santa Barbara and worked at Cottage Hospital and Sansum Clinic. They married on March 26, 1958 at the First Baptist Church. Theirs was a long and loving marriage and they served together in many worthwhile capacities in the Santa Barbara medical and Christian communities until Betty’s death in 2017.

Survivors include Bowdre’s sister and brother-in-law Marjorie and Jim Brandt of Santa Barbara, brother-in-law Bill Young (Rose) of Youngsville, PA and many nieces and nephews for whom “Uncle Bo” was really a second father throughout their lives.

Enough cannot be said about the extraordinary character of Bowdre Lucian Carswell. He had a selfless, tireless work ethic, was generous, humble, fiercely loyal and always encouraging. Lastly, he was a master jokester and family lore story teller.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 949 Veronica Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA. Donations in Dr. Carswell’s memory may be made to St. Francis Foundation, 2323 De La Vina St., Suite 104, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 or to First Baptist Church, 949 Veronica Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.

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Taught or Not? Literacy Lessons for Our Community

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BYCHERI RAE AND MONIE DE WIT ead aloud the first word in the headline. How

would you know how to spell it on first hearing? That word can be spelled three different ways! Lessons are taught, a tightrope is taut, and a small child is a tot. How do you know which one to write?

What about “they’re,” “their,” and “there”?

The conventions and relationships between spoken and written English are not a matter of intuition, and they are not automatic. They’re not a mystery, either.

How we learn to read, decode, and make sense of language is well-understood by researchers around the world who have studied the “science of reading” for decades.

Widely respected expert Mark Seidenberg calls reading “one of the most complex human behaviors.” He defines this settled science as “a body of basic research in developmental psychology, educational psychology, cognitive science, and cognitive neuroscience.”

The instructional approach based on science is too often simply referred to as “phonics.” The method is far more complex and nuanced, and it includes mastery of phonemic awareness — or the ability to manipulate sounds in words — fluency, vocabulary-building, and comprehension. These skills blend together for reading proficiency. Importantly, this instructional approach is structured — direct, explicit, and sequential — and successful in teaching virtually every child to read, including those with learning differences like dyslexia.

Inexplicably, this research is widely ignored by the education establishment, both in teacher training and in classroom practices for reading instruction. Instead, the favored approach is based on a well-marketed theory known as “balanced literacy.” But balanced literacy is proven to successfully teach only half of students.

A child’s odds of learning to read ought to be better than a coin toss.

Unfortunately, that’s not the case, not here in Santa Barbara or across the nation. It’s estimated that 25 million American children are below proficient in reading.

California reading proficiency is 49 percent; in Santa Barbara County, merely 46.5 percent of students meet the standard of reading proficiency.

For far too long, educators have wrongly blamed reading struggles on the assumption that floundering children have a bad work ethic, poor attitude, or low intellect. And parents have been routinely blamed for

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not caring, not reading to their kids, or for their socio-economic circumstances. In fact, children from all income levels and backgrounds experience reading deficits.

Parents: Children do not outgrow reading difficulties. They must be effectively taught to read.

S omehow, t he method of reading instruction has escaped scrutiny for too long. The time has come to focus our attention on the irrefutable fact that only half the children in our midst learn to read proficiently in our public schools. And balanced literacy is the culprit.

The proof isn’t hidden away in scientific journals. It’s widely known in popular media.

In a recent front-page report of the Sunday New York Times, one of the leading proponents of balanced literacy, Lucy Calkins, recanted her influential view on “balanced literacy” based on her new interest in scientific research. She is rethinking her widely embraced “Units of Study” program and reworking her K-2 curriculum as a result.

Calkins’s 11th-hour recognition that her popular and lucrative reading business is deeply flawed is too little too late for a generation of schoolchildren. As adults, they now bear the consequences of the decisions made by an educational establishment that selected and funded the balanced literacy reading approach with little understanding of its long-term detrimental effects.

Education writer Emily Hanford systematically studied America’s literacy crisis in a series of groundbreaking reports for American Public Media. Her work has clarified what frustrated parents and advocates have been saying for years: Reading instruction isn’t working all across the country. And instituting the science of reading is the obvious solution.

In response to the bright light shined recently on low literacy, enlightened members of the education establishment are finally saying enough is enough. In nearly half the states, and in communities from New York City to Denver to Oakland, they have banned “balanced literacy” in favor of the science of reading to improve their reading instruction and outcomes for every student.

It’s what we need to do locally as well.

THE STATUS QUO HAS GOT TO GO ‘Wait to Fail’ Is a Failed Strategy: This common practice

of waiting to see if students catch up on their own is fundamentally flawed. Children who struggle to read in primary grades are likely to continue to struggle the rest of their lives. Remediation is expensive, time-consuming, and rarely as effective as getting it right early on.

Intelligence: Reading struggles are not a reflection of

cognitive ability.

The 3rd-Grade Wall: Children who do not master read-

ing by 3rd grade are more likely to drop out of school, experience homelessness and mental health issues, and are even at risk of incarceration.

Balanced Literacy’s ‘Three-Cueing’ Approach: Guessing,

skipping words, or searching for “contextual clues” from pictures are not effective “reading” strategies.

“Literacy Transforms a Life” by Cheri Rae Closed Doors, Broken Dreams: Struggling readers are

unable to meet the demands of higher education, even at community colleges where remedial courses are no longer offered.

Bleak Employment Opportunities: In today’s “informa-

tion age,” poor readers are unlikely to find employment that pays a living wage, much less one that allows them to advance in life or fulfill their earning potential.

The balanced literacy theory sounds lovely: If you surround a child with rich literature, they will become joyful, lifelong readers. But it’s sort of like thinking if you place a child in a Ferrari, they will learn to drive.

Or if you throw them into the deep end of the pool, they will learn to swim.

It’s time we abandon this sink-or-swim approach to reading instruction and let science lead the way.

QUESTIONS WE MUST ANSWER · Where are children supposed to learn to read if not in public school? · Children of parents who can afford specialized tutors may eventually overcome the instructional deficiencies inherent in balanced literacy. Those who do not have thousands of dollars to spend on remediation are stuck. Where’s the equity in that? · What is the acceptable percentage of reading failure in children in our classrooms? In individuals in our community? · What is the obligation of public schools to those now-adults who passed through but never learned to read proficiently?

Low literacy affects the health and welfare of the entire community. Our community must own the importance of early literacy proficiency. It’s imperative we set a literacy baseline that isn’t dependent on the turnstile of superintendents, administrators, and school board members who may or may not understand or want to follow the settled science.

Literacy is a human right for a reason. Without it, children barely survive, and with it, they thrive.

It’s time to recognize that Literacy Is For Everyone.

Not half. Everyone.

Cheri Rae is a member of the S.B. Unified School District Early Literacy Task Force, and Monie de Wit ran for SBUSD school board with a platform on literacy. They established a literacy resource center where they meet with families, educators and community leaders. They offer awareness, support, and a wide array of creative approaches to empower those who need assistance for struggling readers. Contact them at thedyslexiaproject@gmail.com.

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Inside Summer Solstice See the Magic Underway at the Community Arts Workshop to Prep for June 25 Parade

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CELEBRATE SUMMER SOLSTICE 2022 The Summer Solstice Parade begins at the corner of Ortega and Santa Barbara streets at noon on June 25 and continues up Santa Barbara Street until reaching the festival at Alameda Park.

Other festivities are occurring on June 23 and 24 as well. See solsticeparade.com for details.

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over this year’s preparations for the Summer Solstice parade? Of course!

Ever eager to delve into the Santa Barbara scene, I set off to the Solstice workshop, wandering up Garden Street toward a brick building. Outside, a colorful mural proclaimed: “Summer Solstice Workshop 2022.”

I’m a Solstice newbie, so only then did I realize that this wasn’t attending just one of many workshops leading up to the June 25 parade. This collection of structures at the corner of Garden and Ortega streets, known as the Community Arts Workshop, is the artistic headquarters for all things Solstice. I soon learned that the parade’s workshop model dates back to 1978 — the parade itself started four years earlier — and has been hosted at this location since 2009.

The property at 631 Garden Street features rooms for sewing and mask-making among the other indoor and outdoor spaces for makers that are layered throughout the site. Creative chaos abounds from every nook and individual on premise, which I came to appreciate after spending multiple days exploring the workshop for this photo essay.

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One day, as an oversized inflatable duck filled loudly with air, someone complained of the noise but was told to take a breath and “ground through his boots.” I giggled to myself, delighted to witness their whimsical exchange, During my visits, I made rounds snapping photos and hearing stories, but I recognized that I would barely scratch the surface of this rich cultural experience. I asked about floats and heard elaborate concepts for this year’s theme, which is “Shine,” from topical themes to sacred geometry, eternal love, sun gods, and honoring individuals who have passed away.

I reveled at the camaraderie, deep friendships, and cooperation at play, and I was inspired by the limitless imaginations of the participants. Countless hours of tinkering and problem-solving are required for these grand ideas to exhibit themselves in float and costume form.

Most of all, I learned that there’s no better vantage point than behind the scenes to fully appreciate the parade’s true meaning. Luckily for you readers, the workshop is open to all, and helping hands are encouraged and welcomed. Isn’t that how community truly shines?

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(1) The Summer Solstice Workshop 2022 is being held at the Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden Street. (2) Nobuo saws plywood for a float platform at the Solstice Workshop. He provides technical help to any artist who needs it. (3) Pali-X-Mano has been involved with the Solstice Festival since 1990. He’s a master of elaborate concepts for floats and costumes and is perhaps most known for his large inflatable creations. (4) Carlos Cuellar has been creating for the Solstice parade for approximately 20 years. One of his several projects this year includes a creation to honor beloved Solstice artist Ann Chevrefils, who passed away recently. He will restore Chevrefils’s monkey to be reused in her honor. (5) Riccardo Morrison, Solstice Artistic Director. (6) Claudia Bratton, Artist in Residence (7) Sun Bear Wilshun takes a Workshop break to pet Moose. (8) Mask maker Hathor Hammett holds a photo of her masked self in one of her creations.

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(1) Raven Wylde, Pali-X-Mano (Artist in Residence), and Penny Little (Solstice Special Projects Manager). (2) Newlyweds Raven and Pali-XMano dance atop the platform of one of Pali’s works in progress. They were married at the Workshop location, and one of Pali’s floats will feature the arbor from their wedding. (3) Mask maker Hathor Hammett in her bear mask. (4) Sun Bear Wilshun eyes his dragon creation, contemplating repairs needed after transporting it. His dragon will be repurposed after use in previous parades. (5) Pali-X-Mano’s metal tree and inflatable sculpture. (6) Henry Castelo’s heart is happy to return to the Solstice festival community after living out of state for almost a decade. (7) Sun Bear Wilshun makes wings out of plywood for his dragon. (8) Jason’s peaceful place, covering the top of a crab sculpture (in progress) with papier-mâché. (9) Heart and soul into the details of Pali-X-Mano’s tree. (10) Lisa Thomas, Artist in Residence, is responsible for the “Pass the Hat” float, dedicated to raising funds for the parade.

Local dignitaries and their families accompany this float. (11) Gretchen Graham (left) and Shanny Stark with La Boheme Dance cut strips of fabric for costumes. (12) A mixed-media bird from a previous parade soars over the Solstice Festival workspace.

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(1) David Machacek (left) and Jeff Dutcher stand behind their “Ducky Derby” float. Their float pays homage to Dutcher’s mom, who used to organize ducky derbies to raise funds for the Mental Health Association in Greenfield, Indiana. (2) Geoffrey Barbie, nicknamed “Geo,” is creating a float dedicated to the vesica piscis, “the mother of all polygons.” This is the 16th parade that Geo has been involved with. (3) Geoffrey “Geo” Barbie (left) and Richard O’Steen cultivate close friendships through the Solstice Festival. (4) Golden costumes in progress for local dignitaries and their families to wear. Mayor Randy Rowse will don gold sequins. (5) A sun peers down from the doorway of the mask-making room, where Caroline Walker and Hathor Hammett work. (6) Caroline Walker is creating a series of masks to represent sun gods from different cultures. Walker has formerly worked in the costume department, and this is her first year as a maskmaker. She “loves the creative outlet.” (7) BellaDonna has been designing and sewing drag costumes for 20-plus years and is a designated seamstress with the Solstice Festival for the first time this year. “How was I not a part of this thing before?” (8) Carlos Cuellar Jr. drenched in sunlight and papier-mâché paste. (9) Daisy Scott with Voice Magazine stopped by to volunteer her help. (10) Raven Wylde in head-to-toe style while detailing her float.

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Learn about the channel’s unique habitats from rocky reefs to kelp forests and see the animals that live there.

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(1) Amber Prado is all smiles while helping out with a crabby float, inspired by the crab from the movie Moana.

(2) Jenson Smith-Morrison inside the frame of a float that will be shaped as a crab. The pulley system will operate the crab’s claws. (3) Sun Bear Wilshun, Riccardo Morrison, Gueria Gaston (petting Moose), Carlos Cuellar, and Beeman (left to right) are stronger together. (4) Irene Ramirez mixing silver paint to sponge onto the moon float behind her.

(5) Beeman — who prefers to drop his first name, Gregory, as his last name alone suits him better — has dedicated his passion for music and art to the finale float for 40-plus years.

He looks forward to Solstice more than all of the other holidays combined. As he deliberated about the perfect golden yellow to paint his float in progress, Beeman described the parade experience as a “check-yourself day for your physical and mental health at that present moment.”

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THURSDAY 6/23

THURSDAY Carpinteria: 800 block of Linden Ave., 3-6:30pm

FRIDAY

Montecito: 1100 and 1200 blocks of Coast Village Rd., 8-11:15am

SATURDAY

Downtown S.B.: Corner of Santa Barbara and Cota sts., 8am-1pm

6/23-6/24, 6/29:

Goleta: Camino Real Marketplace, 10am-2pm

TUESDAY

Old Town S.B.: 500-600 blocks of State St., 3-7pm

WEDNESDAY

Solvang: Copenhagen Dr. and 1st St., 2:30-6:30pm

(805) 962-5354 sbfarmersmarket.org

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teens ages 13-16 and their families to hang out every Wednesday through Friday night through July 15. Enjoy music, a bounce house, a dunk tank, carnival games, flat-ground skate competitions, poetry and self-defense workshops, and more! S.B. Parks and Rec. y el Distrito Escolar Unificado de S.B. invitan a los adolescentes de 13 a 16 años y a sus familias a pasar el rato todas las noches de miércoles a viernes hasta el 15 de julio. Disfruta de la música, brincolin inflable, un tanque de agua, los juegos de carnaval, las competiciones de patinaje sobre suelo plano, los talleres de poesía y defensa personal, y mucho más. 5-7:30pm. La Cumbre Junior High, 2255 Modoc Rd. Free. tinyurl.com/2022SummerNights

6/23: Zoom Live Downtown Business Spotlight: The Way We Work

SUNDAY

Rain or shine, meet local fishermen on the Harbor’s commercial pier, and buy fresh fish (filleted or whole), live crab, abalone, sea urchins, and more. 117 Harbor Wy., 6-11am. Call (805) 259-7476.

cfsb.info/sat 6/23: Low Tide Rising with Branden Aroyan Underwater filmmaker and surf pho-

6/23: Land Trust Treks: More Mesa Join

tographer Branden Aroyan will share stories and a slideshow presentation from decades of travel about swimming in 20-foot waves, filming from jet skis, and photographing sharks.

4-5pm. Montecito Library, 1469 E. Valley Rd., Montecito. Free. Call (805) 969-5063 or email kcrail@santabarbaraca.gov. tinyurl.com/

this guided, educational hike to learn about the Join Robin Elander (Executive Director, history and geology of More Mesa while enjoyDowntown Organization) in conversation ing a leisurely three-mile walk with a mix of with Pam Tanase (Work Zones), Matt Olufs flat ground with some slopes. RSVP is required.

(Compass First), and Kevin Davis (Amazon) 1-3pm. More Mesa, 5200 Shoreline Dr., Goleta.

Free. Ages 18+. Call (805) 996-4520 or email in this week’s virtual interview. 3pm. alopez@sblandtrust.org.

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6/23-6/26: Ensemble Theatre Company Presents Sleuth Follow mystery

6/23-6/25: Backstage Kitchen & Bar Thu.-Sat.: Dueling Pianos, 7pm. Ages 21+. 409 State St. Free. Call (805) 957-4111. tinyurl.com/BackstageK-B 6/23, 6/25-6/26, 6/29: Lost Chord Guitar Thu.: Tony Hannah, 7:30-9:30pm. $10. Sat.: Smith and Tegio, 8-11:30pm. $15.

Sun.: An Evening of Blues with Morganfield Burnett’s All Stars, 8-10:30pm. $25. Wed.:

6/23: SBCC School of Extended Learning and Theatre Eclectic Present Our Town Take in American playwright Thornton Wilder’s masterpiece Our Town, a three-act play that tells the story of the fictional small town of Grover’s Corners between 1901 and 1913 from this theater company that includes underrepresented artists serving underserved audiences. 7pm.

Schott Center, 310 W. Padre St. Free.

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6/24-6/25: M.Special Brewing Co. (Goleta) Fri.: Cadillac Angels. 6-8pm.

Sat.: Pam and the Fishermen, 6-8pm.

6860 Cortona Dr., Ste. C, Goleta. Free. Call (805) 968-6500. mspecialbrewco.com 6/24: M.Special Brewing Co. (S.B.) Neil Erickson, 8-10pm. 634 State St. Free.

Call (805) 968-6500.

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Matt McCarrin Jazz, 7:30-9:30pm. $10. Lost Chord Guitars, 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. 6/24: Pali Wine Co. Live music.

Ages 21+. Call (805) 331-4363.

6-8pm. 116 E. Yanonali St., Ste. A-1. Free. lostchordguitars.com/shows Ages 21+. Call (805) 560-7254.

urbanwinetrailsb.com/events 6/23-6/26, 6/29: SOhO Restaurant & Music Club Thu.: Lizardsmouth with 6/24: Uptown Lounge The Trio, Krooks, Field Daze, 7pm. $10. Ages 21+. Fri.: 5-7pm. 3126 State St. Free. Call (805) 845Flannel 101, 7:30pm. $10. Ages 21+. Sat.: No 8800. uptownlounge805.com/events Simple Highway, 7pm. $15-$20. Ages 21+.

Sun.: Sandy Cummings & Jazz Du Jour, 12:303:30pm, $10; Southern Culture on the Skids with Spencer the Gardener, 7:30pm, $18-$23.

Ages 21+. Wed: Kim Richey, Megan Slankard, 7:30pm. $20. 1221 State St. Call (805) 962-7776.

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6/24: Carhartt Family Wines Friday Night Live Music. 5-8pm. 2939 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. Free. Call (805) 693-5100.

6/25: Eos Lounge Mark Farina, 6pm. $6.18. 500 Anacapa St. Call (805) 564-2410.

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6/25: S.B. Bowl Concert 75th Anniversary Community Concert. 7:30pm. $10. S.B. Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. Call (805) 962-7411. sbbowl.com

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6/24-6/26: Cold Spring Tavern Fri.: Do No Harm, 6-9pm. Sat.: Jeffrey Pine, 1:30-4:30pm. Sun.: Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan, 1:30-4:30pm. 5995 Stagecoach Rd. Free. Call (805) 967-0066.

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6/24-6/26: Maverick Saloon Fri.: 33 Thunder, 8:30-11:30pm. Sat.: Sofia Guerra with the Time Travelers Band, noon-2pm; LiveWire, 3:30-6:30pm; Chris Johnson & The Hollywood Hillbillies, 7:30-10:30pm. Sun.: Sam Mitchell, noon-4pm; Just Dave, 5-8pm.

3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Free. Ages 21+.

Call (805) 686-4785. mavericksaloon.com/

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6/27, 6/29: The Red Piano Mon.: The Whips, Whips 7:30pm. Wed.: Morganfield Burnett, 8pm-midnight. 519 State Street.

Free. Ages 21+. Call (805) 358-1439.

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6/29: Solvang Music in the Park Live music. 5-8pm. Solvang Park, corner of Mission Dr. and First St. Free.

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writer Andrew Wyke in an ultimate game S.B. County Courthouse Docent Tours Tour the beautiful Mural Room and through of cat and mouse played out with his wife and a young rival who also shares a love of the building and gardens and learn the history of the landmark with a focus on the games in this play with a heart-stopping artisans, architects, and community leaders who brought it into being. Tours are Monday through Friday at 10:30am and 2pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. ending written by Anthony Shaffer. Join on Thursday after the performance for a postFree. Call (805) 962-6464 or email info@sbcourthouse.org.sbcourthouse.org show Q&A. Thu.: 7:30pm; Fri.-Sat.: 8pm; Sun.: 2pm. The New Vic, 33 W. Victoria St. $25-$77. Call (805) 965-5400 or email boxoffice@etcsb.org. etcsb.org

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FRIDAY 6/24 6/24-6/26: The Ojai Art Center Theater Presents Meredith Willson’s The Music Man Travel to the fictional town of River City, where the residents meet the fasttalking salesman/conman Harold Hill who falls in love with the feisty Marian the librarian, with songs like “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Till There Was You,” and more. The musical shows through July 24. Fri.-Sat.: 7:30-10pm; Sun.: 2-4:30pm. The Ojai ACT, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai. $30. Call (805) 640-8797. ojaiact.org

6/24: Lompoc Movies in the Park: Disney’s Encanto The City of Lompoc Parks & Recreation invites the community to watch the story about the Madrigals, an extraordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia. Bring low-back chairs, blankets, and snacks (some snacks will be available for purchase). No vaping, smoking, consumption of alcohol, or pets permitted. 8-10pm. Ryon Memorial Park, W. Ocean Ave. and S. O St., Lompoc.

Free. Call (805) 875-8100. tinyurl.com/LompocMovies

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$2 10am: SUMMER KIDS MOVIES Tickets! Fiesta 5: Tuesday & Wednesday Camino Real: Thursday *Kids Series Only Happening Now! *

6/24: ELVIS

6/24: THE BLACK PHONE

6/24: LOST ILLUSIONS

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6/28, 29, 30: METRO SUMMER KIDS MOVIES

6/30 MINIONS: RISE OF GRU

TOWER OF POWER JULY 8 | FRIDAY | 8PM

Paseo Nuevo • Hitchcock

Fiesta 5 • Camino

Fiesta 5 • Fairveiw

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Lightyear* (PG): Fri, Mon-Wed: 1:45, 3:00,4:15, 5:30, 6:45, 8:00.

Sat/Sun: 11:10,12:30, 1:45, 3:00, 4:15, 5:30, 6:45,8:00. Thur: 12:30, 3:00, 5:30, 8:00.

Doctor Strange 2 (PG13): Fri, Mon-Wed: 2:05, 4:55, 7:45.

Sat/Sun: 11:15, 2:05,4:55, 7:45.

Thur: 12:40.

Minions: Rise of Gru* (PG): Thur: 2:15, 3:15, 4:30, 5:30, 6:45, 7:45.

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Elvis* (PG13): Fri-Sun: 11:30, 3:00, 6:30, 9:55. Mon-Thur: 12:55, 4:20, 7:45.

The Black Phone* (R): Fri-Sun: 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30, 10:00.

Mon-Wed:2:30, 5:00, 7:30. Thur: 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30.

Jurassic World Dominion* (PG13): Fri-Sun : 11:45, 1:30, 3:10, 4:45, 6:20, 8:00, 9:30. Mon-Wed: 1:30, 3:10, 4:45, 6:20, 8:00. Thur: 11:45, 1:30, 3:10, 4:45, 6:20, 8:00.

Top Gun Maverick* (PG13): Fri-Sun: 11:15, 12:45, 2:15, 3:45, 5:15, 6:45, 8:15, 9:45. Mon-Wed: 12:45, 2:15, 3:45, 5:15, 6:45, 8:15. Thur: 11:15, 12:45, 2:15, 3:45, 5:15, 6:45, 8:15.

The Boss Baby ($2) (PG): Thur: 10:00.

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The Black Phone* (R): Fri/Sat: 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45. Sun: 12:45, 3:15, 5:45, 8:20.

Mon-Thur: 3:15, 5:45, 8:20.

Top Gun Maverick* (PG13): Fri: 2:00, 3:30, 5:00, 6:30, 8:00, 9:30. Sat: 12:30, 2:00, 3:30, 5:00, 6:30, 8:00, 9:30. Sun: 12:30, 2:00, 3:30, 5:00, 6:30, 8:00. Mon-Thur: 2:00, 3:30, 5:00, 6:30, 8:00.

Doctor Strange 2 (PG13): Fri-Sun: 2:30, 5:20, 8:10. Mon-Thur: 2:30, 5:20, 8:10.

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Lightyear* (PG): Fri, Mon, Thur: 12:45, 2:00, 3:15, 4:30, 5:45, 7:00, 8:15. Sat/Sat: 11:30, 12:45, 2:00, 3:15, 4:30, 5:45, 7:00, 8:15.Tue/Wed: 10:15, 11:30, 12:45, 2:00, 3:15, 4:30, 5:45, 7:00, 8:15.

Cha Cha Real Smooth (R): Fri-Wed: 5:30.

Bob’s Burgers (PG13): Fri-Mon: 12:30, 7:30. Tues-Wed: 7:30. Thur: 12:30.

Everything Everywhere All at Once (R): Fri-Wed: 4:20, 7:45. Thur: 7:45.

Phantom of the Open(PG13): Fri-Wed: 3:00, 8:00.

Downton Abbey A New Era: (PG): Fri-Wed: 1:45, 4:45. Thur: 4:45.

Brian and Charles (R): Fri, Mon-Wed: 2:05. Sat/Sun: 11:45, 2:05. Thur: 2:30.

Minions: The Rise of Gru* (PG): Thur: 2:00, 3:00, 4:15, 5:15, 6:30, 7:30, 9:00.

Sing ($2) (PG): Tue/Wed: 10:00.

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Elvis* (PG13): Fri, Mon-Thur: 3:35, 7:00.Sat/Sun: 12:10, 3:35, 7:00.

Lost Illusions (NR): Fri, Mon-Thur: 3:45, 7:15.Sat/Sun: 12:30, 3:45, 7:15.

Elvis (PG13): Fri: 1:40, 2:50, 5:10, 6:20, 8:40, 9:45.Sat: 11:25, 1:40, 2:50, 5:10, 6:20, 8:40, 9:45. Sun: 11:25, 1:40, 2:50, 5:10, 6:20, 8:40.

Mon-Thur: 1:40, 2:50, 5:10, 6:20, 8:40.

Jurassic World Dominion* (PG13): ARLINGTON Fri: 1:30, 3:15, 4:45, 6:30, 8:05, 9:40.

Sat: 12:00, 1:30, 3:15, 4:45, 6:30, 8:05, 9:40.

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805-963-9580 Mon-Thur: 1:30, 3:15, 4:45, 6:30, 8:05.

Elvis* (PG13): Fri-Thur: 12:30, 4:00, 7:30.

THURSDAY 6/28

SATURDAY 6/25 6/25: S.B. Public Library Community Baby Shower/Lluvia de regalos para los bebés de la comunidad If you’re pregnant or have a little

6/28:

MindTravel Live-to-Headphones ‘Silent’ Piano Experience Composer and pianist Murray Hidary’s

real-time compositions will be beamed directly into your wireless headphones as you take an immersive journey and relax to the beauty of the setting sun. 7-9pm. Leadbetter Beach, Shoreline Dr. $15-$45.

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one already, come by anytime during this event to connect with community organizations and resources; learn how to support baby health, development, and early literacy; and find out what the library offers for new parents and caregivers. The first 50 people through the door will get a gift bag.

Si está embarazada o ya tiene un pequeño, venga a conectarse con las organizaciones y recursos de la comunidad, aprenda cómo apoyar la salud y el desarrollo del bebé, la alfabetización temprana y descubra lo que la biblioteca ofrece a los nuevos padres y cuidadores. Las primeras 50 personas que pasen por la puerta recibirán una bolsa de regalo. 11am-12:30pm.

Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call (805) 564-5602.

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6/25: Music Academy of the West Presents 75th Anniversary Community Concert Acad6/29: Kim Richey, Megan Slankard emy Festival Orchestra Conductor Donato

Modern country singer/songwriter Kim Richey, Cabrera will lead the orchestra in a program of out with 2020’s album, A Long Way Back: Beethoven, Arturo Márquez, and Prokofiev. 7:30pm.

S.B. Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. Ages 7-17: free; GA: $10. The Songs of Glimmer, will play her soaring roots-pop sound with indie rock artist Megan Call (805) 962-7411. Read more on p. 41. sbbowl Slankard to open the show. 7:30pm. SOhO .com/concerts Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St. $20. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com/events

6/25-6/26: 3rd Annual Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo and PRCA Qualifying Rodeo Visit the website for a full schedule of

family fun, food, beer and wine, western gear vendors, and rodeo events including junior events.

Proceeds benefit local youth agricultural and equestrian educational programs. Sat.: Noon-Sun.: 6pm. Rodeo Grounds, CA-246 & Meadowvale Rd. Santa Ynez. $35/day; $50/weekend; kids ages 12 and under: free. syvrodeo.com

SUNDAY 6/26 6/26: Trinity’s Summer Speaker Series: Engaging in Environmental Protection The Justice and Outreach Council of Trinity Episcopal Church invites you to listen to Rev. Scott Claassen, Vicar and Chaplain of St. Michael’s University Church Isla Vista, and forum speakers Kathi Brennan King, Director of Climate Education and Leadership, and Jen Hernandez, Climate Justice Manager. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1500 State St. Free. Rev Scott Claassen: 8 and 10am; speakers: 11:30am. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1500 State St. Free. Call (805) 965-7419. trinitysb.org/upcomingevents

6/26: An Evening of Blues with Morganfield Burnett’s All Stars Take in an evening of Morganfield Burnett & Da Blues and their oldfashioned New Orleans–inspired unique fusion of jazz, blues, soul and Americana. 8-10:30pm. Lost Chord Guitars, 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. Ages 21+. Call (925) 640-3571 or email lostchordlisa@ gmail.com. lostchordguitars.com

MONDAY 6/27 6/27: Mart Littles Music Bring your “littles,” ages 0-5, to see dynamic children’s singer and early childhood music educator Gretchen O’Sullivan every Monday. 10:30-11:15am. Montecito Country Mart (next to Poppy Store), 1016 Coast Village Rd., Montecito. Free. tinyurl.com/LittlesMusic

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the Zoo Make your reservation to enjoy the quieter side of the zoo as some animals go to bed at 4pm. There will be s’mores and a chicken or tri-tip picnic available for purchase (or bring your own), late train rides, lawn games, face painting, and live music from Do No Harm. 5-8pm. S.B. Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. Free-$19.95. Call (805) 962-5339. sbzoo.org/event-

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Solstice & Sunshine 6/24-6/25: S.B. Summer Solstice 2022 This year’s celebration is back at the park with arts and crafts vendors, a beer and wine garden, food vendors, and a stellar lineup of deejays and live music.

The parade will begin Saturday at noon from Santa Barbara and Ortega streets and end at Alameda Park with the floats on display. Fri.: 4-9pm; Sat.: noon-9pm.

Alameda Park, 1400 Santa Barbara St. Free. solsticeparade.com

6/25: Sol Fest! Studio Boat Party + Solstice Celebration Meet in the morning for an ocean-view yoga class to get the energy moving, then hop on the Condor Express in the evening for a sunset cruise and dance party on the water with music by DJ Comfort Food. The theme is

Shine, so wear all your shimmery sparkles! 5:45pm. La Mesa Park, 295 Meigs Rd.; Condor Express, 301 W. Cabrillo Blvd., $58.50-$65. Ages 21+. Call (805) 2599070 or email hello@solseekyoga.com.

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6/25: The ShapeShifters — Celebrate Solstice at the Luke!

Celebrate solstice with a diverse group of S.B.’s most gifted musicians and vocalists in a musical melting pot of soul, rock, blues, Americana, jazz, and Latin. After the show, join in the courtyard for food, live music, area vendors, and an interactive art project. 7-10pm. The Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 E. Cota St. $35.

JUNE 24 - 30 “A MATURE, PSYCHOLOGICALLY RICH SHOWCASE. MAIKA MONROE IS TERRIFIC.” Variety

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Celebrate Pride 6/25: S.Y.V. Pride Parade and Party Join in downtown Solvang for the parade and Pride march followed by Pride Fest in the park with music from DJ Keelez and Area 51, kiddie bumper cars, bounce houses, a beer garden, and food for purchase from Rudy’s. Parade: 11am-noon; Fest: noon-5pm. Solvang Park, 1630 Mission Dr., Solvang. Free. syvpride.org/events

6/26: Wildcat Lounge Presents Glitter Brunch Vivian Storm and Angel D’Mon invite you to a fabulous brunch experience every Sunday with a show at 12:30pm. Visit the website to make a reservation and view the menu, which includes Kitty Chilaquiles, French toast, burgers, and more. 11am-3pm. Wildcat Lounge, 15 W. Ortega St. $5. glitterbrunch.com 6/23: S.Y.V. Pride Sip & Slay Put on your best wig, boa, and “glamfit” for a celebration of LGBTQIA+ culture with a live deejay and LouBirds pizza.

Donations will benefit S.Y.V. Pride Organization. 5-8pm. Carhartt Cabin, 2939 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. $5-$10 suggested donation. Call (805) 686-5107. syvpride.org

FRI: 5:15pm & 7:30pm SAT: 3:00pm & 5:15pm & 7:30pm SUN: 3:00pm & 5:15pm MON - THURS: 5:15pm & 7:30pm

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Summer Solstice Celebration is excited to host its annual festival once again, LIVE and IN Summer Solstice Celebration is excited to host PERSON at Alameda Park Friday and Saturday, its annual festival once again, LIVE and IN June 24th and 25th.

PERSON at Alameda Park Friday and Saturday, June 24th and 25th.

We have a stellar musical line up! All performances are free and open to the public. Join us for this We have a stellar musical line up! All performances amazing group of musicians for a little folk, reggae, are free and open to the public. Join us for this pop, soul, rock, and progressive electronica that is amazing group of musicians for a little folk, reggae, sure to get you in the Summer Solstice Celebration pop, soul, rock, and progressive electronica that is groove. sure to get you in the Summer Solstice Celebration groove.

4:00 – 9:00 pm Friday 6/24 4:15pm-4:45pm 4:00 – 9:00Queentide pm

5:00pm-5:30pm Mashugana 4:15pm-4:45pm Queentide 5:45pm-6:15pm The Framers 5:00pm-5:30pm Mashugana 6:30pm-7:30pm Glenn Annie 5:45pm-6:15pm The Framers 7:45pm-8:45pm Rey Fresco 6:30pm-7:30pm Glenn Annie

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Saturday 6/25 Noon– 9:00 pm Saturday 6/25 Noon– 9:00D.J. pm 12:00pm-12:45pm Macintyre 1:00pm-2:15pm Audiopool 12:00pm-12:45pm D.J. Macintyre 2:30pm-3:45pm Paper Idol 1:00pm-2:15pm Audiopool 4:00pm-5:15pm Traveler 2:30pm-3:45pm Paper Idol 5:30pm-6:30pm Noble Grizwald 4:00pm-5:15pm Traveler 6:45pm-7:45pm Uncle Uncle 5:30pm-6:30pm Noble Grizwald 8:00pm-9:00pm GrooveShine 6:45pm-7:45pm Uncle Uncle

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Zumba in Oak Park

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hether it’s the lengthening summer days or the latest COVID surge that has you itching to exercise outside again, Zumba classes in Santa Barbara’s iconic Oak Park present the perfect opportunity to get your groove on al fresco.

When I took the class for the first time in February, decades of patches had left the wooden surface of the nearly centuryold dance stage uneven and full of gaps. Moving laterally, turning, and pivoting all felt rather perilous.

Originally built in 1926 on the occasion of a visit by Britain’s Prince George (greatgreat uncle of a certain prince who now resides in Montecito), the dance stage recently underwent a $100,000 renovation.

According to Justin Van

by Amy R. Ramos Mullem of Santa Barbara City Parks & Recreation, the project involved ripping up the old plywood, shoring up the supporting structure to promote drainage, having dancers vote on which topcoat they thought best for the surface, and then applying enough TUFFLEX waterproofing to get 30 years of use from the new stage.

Now with Zumba offered three times a week, you don’t have to wait for one of the park’s many ethnic festivals to dance on the new floor.

Taught by the charismatic Lauren Macioce, whose full-time gig is as a dance teacher at Adelante Charter School, the classes follow the familiar Zumba format: hand cues from the instructor and lots of Latin music as well as other pop on the playlist (Daddy Yankee, Pitbull, Megan Trainor). Macioce moves around the stage the whole time, interacting with the dancers: forming conga lines, engaging in playful pretend-spanking, having us dance in a woefully lopsided circle. For some songs, she also invites one or two regular students to come to the front and dance by her side.

The class has attracted many veterans of various Santa Barbara dance classes—some seeking a COVID-safe workout, others just excited about a great dance class. Zumba beginners are welcome too. Between Macioce’s constant movement and

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the added presence of the backup dancers, it’s generally easy to follow the steps. And if you come regularly, you’ll learn the routines.

Most of those attending the class are women, but there are also several men; the age of attendees tends toward forties and up. Since it’s outdoors, nobody wears a mask, and it’s easy to keep your distance from other dancers if that feels safer for you.

Macioce plays up the sexiness of Zumba moves—hands skimming the body, pelvic thrusts, shaking the booty and various other parts of the anatomy, and I mentioned the pretend-spanking, right? But it’s all in fun, and nobody has to do anything that would make them feel uncomfortable.

Macioce also manages to sneak some serious workout moves into her choreography, like squats, high knees, and lots of lateral moves for the oblique muscles. Chalk this up to her training in capoeira, the Brazilian martial art that she describes as “beautiful, full of acrobatics, kicks, and dodges.”

Of course, all of these moves are much safer—and easier on the joints—on the new floor. Although one dancer I talked to expressed disappointment that the dance surface is not simply wood, she acknowledged that it’s a huge improvement over both the old stage and the nearby concrete surface the class danced on during the months the stage was being renovated.

Dancing in the park makes you feel like part of a larger creative community. On one recent Monday in the parking lot near the dance stage, a trio of women draped in veils in vivid shades of violet and emerald rehearsed Middle Eastern dance, while a couple of other women played their djembe drums.

On another evening, a group that was headed to Burning Man gathered to practice twirling (unignited) batons and hoops, in preparation for a flaming performance at the desert festival.

“Dancing just brings me so much joy,” says Macioce. “I love to share that in Zumba!”

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‘How I Met Mick’ This is an excerpt from “How I Met Mick,” a chapter in my memoir Mi Chaos: A Chola Love Story. It is about two Santa Barbara girls — my best friend Victoria from childhood and me — and how I met William “Mick” Caceres, a Los Angeles boy I’d end up raising four children with. It takes place in 2001, in a Santa Barbara of 20 years ago.

Mick died at the age of 37 in August of 2019. Victoria Vaccarello was hit by a train in Montecito eight months later, in April of 2020. This is a tribute to her teenage self, not the Montecito hairdresser she was when she died. And it will make a joyful connection to those who knew the young her.

An Excerpt from the Memoir Mi Chaos: A Chola Love Story

by Gabrielle Vignone I wrote the story prior to their passing but offer it in their honor.

“L

et’s go!” Victoria yelled.

“Why do we even pick this bitch up, she always fucking lags,” I said.

It was always a wait, was Green Eyes still sneaking out? We were 18 already, who still needs to sneak out?

It was dark and we were parked in the driveway of the West Side apartments. They had a name on a wood plaque but it was too hard to see. It’s funny to think Santa Barbara has a ghetto. When we moved here from Los Angeles all I saw was oceans and palm trees, and here, next to Victoria’s car window, two blocks from the West Side Projects, there was another palm tree.

I think it is because Santa Barbara is so beautiful, that when you add an apartment building it fails in comparison to the mansions and becomes “ghetto.” Pick this block up and drop it in South Central, though, and they would think you built a resort. Finally coming down the pavement near the dumpster, it was her, Green Eyes. She got in, we were ready to hit Santa Maria for cruise night, Lowriders, cholos, and a fun night awaited us.

We pulled up to the Arco gas station on the corner of Mission and State. Victoria didn’t even need gas.

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“Hello ladies,” said a short, chubby, roundfaced guy, white shirt thin enough to see his undershirt through, pants baggy but not creased.

“Hi?” Victoria and I said together and then continued what we were doing.

“So what’s the plan, can we hang out with you ladies? I’m Oscar.”

Who was this guy? He said he was up from L.A. with a friend visiting his grandma.

Funny thing was, they didn’t need gas either, they needed directions on how to get the freeway, but then changed it to directions on how to get us.

“We’re going to a cruise night in Santa Maria, follow us.”

“Beer? Where can we William “Mick” Caceres and author Gabrielle Vignone get some?”

“You 21?” this won’t?” Mr. Silent referenced my ciga“Nah, but I have a fake ID.” Oscar rette. A light came up the street, I looked smiled. back, cop car. I didn’t say anything I just “Follow us.” We drove them to a shady grabbed the pipe and threw it behind the liquor store downtown, Mac’s Grog and benches.

Grocery. Oscar came out carrying a “What the…” Mr. Silent started yelling 12-pack. so I put my hand over his mouth and said “Here, take as many as you would like,” “Don’t move!” he offered, pushing the box into my winThe cops slowed down probably because dow. they had seen two cars parked on the A call from Victoria’s boyfriend changed street. They used that big old spotlight our Santa Maria plans. Victoria left and we they have on top of their cars and flashed took the L.A. boys to Kids World, the big- the park a few times. We all stayed still as gest park in Santa Barbara. It has an actual stone. The light moved over our faces, but castle made out of wood, with towers and the castle walls blocked us from view. The slides and benches inside. They had never cops left, I whispered, “They’re gone, we seen a park like this before. should go before they come back.

“Santa Barbara has castles at their parks, “Toker.” damn rich people do some crazy shit.”

“I said I don’t smoke, but I’ll help you Me and Green Eyes just laughed and find the damn thing.” led them into a bench inside the castle.

“Toker, that’s my name.”

We sat in dead silence till Oscar, who was I rolled my eyes as we walked towards turning out to be a funny guy, looked at the car. Oscar was dancing around it, paraGreen Eyes. noid as all hell, waiting for us.

“You can call me Pooh Bear.”

“Don’t you all have a beach in Santa “Is that your nickname or something?” Barbara? Let’s go there. This spot is hot she asked already.”

“Yeah, because one thing Pooh always We took them to Shoreline. Oscar gets is the honey, and I want to get you, showed us pictures of his daughter who Honey.” was actually Toker’s daughter, Jazmine. He It was the corniest line I have ever heard. had her at 14. And Toker’s name was really Me and Oscar’s friend, who wore sun- William but everyone called him Mick. glasses at night and was silent until that I showed pictures of my daughter also, point, laughed simultaneously, then he Salina. I had her at 15. On our first date pulled out a pipe, took a hit and passed it Mick was a complete gentleman, opened to Oscar who passed it to Green Eyes who doors and gave me flowers. then handed it to me.

I told my mom, “That’s going to be the “I don’t smoke weed.” I reached out my man I marry.” We never did marry, but hand to give back the pipe. that’s another story, a longer one.

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I scoffed, of course, though I love me some robot movies. So, I’m intrigued. And the crazy claim happened to coincide with my curiosity about the Meet Up place, a new Chinese lunch and dinner spot in the little strip mall that time forgot near the corner of Modoc and Las Positas. The place it replaced wasn’t great, but it had a Hong Kong core and sentimental value: My late father-in-law loved it, and we had many ruminating lunches there. (Try not to think of two cows.)

That’s the robot place, someone else said.

When I finally investigated, it looked not high-tech enough, but pleasant. I ordered from a very kind and friendly human, and just about the time the appetizers should arrive, I heard a rumbling coming toward me. Yikes. A stylized female automaton bore the steamed dumplings, and in a very loud voice — frightening the clearly stoned kids at the next table into nervous laughter — she told us to take the

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food from her tray and touch her hand so she could get back to work. We grabbed the dumplings, and the robot (named Shadu, by the way) retreated.

I suppose it’s enough to inform you all that there is a Chinese restaurant in town with a robot staff. Quick calls to my Los Angeles family and friends yielded no similar claims, though my son’s sweetheart said that the Amazon warehouse was patrolled by rudimentary bots. If we can’t quite be cutting-edge in the kitchen, I suppose waiter/waitress innovation ought to do.

But the fact is, the Meet Up is very good. They don’t have lunch specials, but they do have a paper menu divided up usefully between appetizers (the dumplings were superb), soups, salads, American Chinese food, and Hot Plates, which I was assured are traditional Chinese preparations.

The difference? Well, take twice-cooked pork on an American Chinese menu. It will be sliced pork, cabbage, bell peppers, and mushrooms. The traditional version is pork belly and green onions fried flat with spice and numbing pepper. Certainly, the traditional Chinese menu has more innards and other stuff we gringos are not used to devouring. But there is other stuff; you don’t have to order anything that squeamishes your sensibilities, do you?

The dishes I ate all felt like they had an extra dimension — a multi-versal appeal, if you will — deriving from the subtle combinations of ginger, varieties of hot pepper, ubiquitous fermented black bean, and other real flavors, not as sweetened as American Chinese dishes usually run.

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The nomadic existence is also providing Together, they built Riverbench into a power- Laura the chance to meet the company’s 20-plus employees. “I’ve known a lot of people at house for high-quality pinot noir and chardonnay, opening a hospitality center in a remodeled Freedom over the years, but getting to home on the estate as well as a tasting know them and work with them on a day-to-day basis has been really cool,” room in Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone. The brand became a she said. “We’re like the little big guy of North Carolina — we’re not huge, but regional pioneer in sparkling we are not tiny, and we do cover the wine, even planting the third traditional sparkling grape, pinot entire state.” She compared Freemeunier. “We didn’t invent imidom to what Henry Wine Group tating Champagne, but I think we was once like in this region.

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BY MAT became general manager in 2009 ing leader for the company, but he just and CEO in 2018. “I’m so proud of it.” turned 70 years old, and retirement may one day She also served on the board of the California come. Business remains robust. “Alcohol sales are Wine Institute for 12 years, as president of World down, and yet Freedom is not,” she said. “We’re of Pinot Noir for three years, and three terms on having a blast. We’re still selling well; we’re still the Santa Barbara County Vintners Association. growing. That energy feels really awesome.”

Tim Booras, meanwhile, grew American For Booras, who also studied cooking in Premium Beverage into the top North Carolina France during her Riverbench years, the interface distributor of major alcohol brands. He sold his between importing European wines, connecting interest in 2007, but retained a smaller, boutique- with craft breweries, and even representing her focused importing and distribution company winemaker friends in Santa Barbara is a concalled Freedom Beverage, which he runs today. tinual source of education.

“He got back to the roots of hand-selling prod“It’s a nice way to stay current in the industry,” ucts he cared about,” explained Laura. “Freedom said Booras, who’s particularly excited about the never called on huge grocery stores. They were rising quality of Greek wines, especially since that able to focus on building small brands through is her father’s heritage and she grew up speakWhole Foods, Earth Fare, and small chains and ing Greek. “In Santa Barbara, we can get in our restaurants and wine shop accounts.” own little bubble, so it’s cool to try things from Dad and daughter frequently discussed join- other places and countries to grow my wine ing forces, and she started working part-time knowledge.” for Freedom during the pandemic. “My dad And Booras believes she has much to contriband I started having so much fun,” she said. “We ute to the future of Freedom, even if these early worked really well together. It just started to feel days require some figuring out. “I feel like I’m starting over just a little bit,” she admitted. “But like it was time.”

In March, Booras parted ways with River- there’s definitely an element of modernity that I bench, where she’d lived on-site for many years, can bring to the table.” to become vice president of Freedom. She headed east with her partner, the filmmaker/photogra- See freedombev.com.

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The 2022 Raab Writing Fellows after their showcase presentations, with program director Ljiljana Coklin (far right)

For her analysis of a familiar cinematic trope, Grace Wilken made a short called “Days and Nights: An Anti Manic Pixie Dream Girl Film,” which both exposes and subverts the common dream-girl elements and looks at them from the female perspective.

In presenting his project, “The Kids Aren’t Alright: Depictions of Teenage Depression and Anxiety in Popular Fiction,” Luc Le said, “Stories are incredibly powerful things. They have the power to shape how we think.”

Some of the Fellows’ projects have a direct connection to their career ambitions. For example, Chloe Le, a 2021 Fellow who will begin law school in August, wrote a research article titled “The Injustice in Justice: Discrimination Against Women of Color in the Legal Profession.” “This program allowed me to explore and raise awareness of the systemic barriers to advancement that ethnic-minority female attorneys tend to face throughout their careers,” she said.

While her writing and research skills did improve, she said, “the most beneficial part of the program for me was meeting some amazing people who have continued to support me as I embark on my legal career.”

Sandy Roxas, one of the attorneys she interviewed, became a mentor. “She reviewed my law school personal statements, helped me obtain scholarships, and constantly reassured me throughout the daunting law school admissions process.”

Another 2021 Fellow, Vivian WalmanRandall, said, “The fellowship pushed me to write my novel and keep my production high during a global tragedy that could’ve easily led to burnout and hopelessness. The experience empowered and strengthened my internal motivation, and nurtured a writing practice that was self-led. … I’m so grateful that I had the experience of being a Raab fellow; it was truly one of the most enriching things I did during my undergrad.”

Now applying for Creative Writing MFA programs, Walman-Randall offered what might be the highest possible praise for a writing program of this type: “Because I undertook the fellowship, I realized that I am not just an aspiring writer, but a writer through and through.”

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MUSIC ACADEMY FESTIVAL CONTINUES Last Wednesday in the inspired chamber of Hahn Hall, the Music Academy’s summer sound feast officially kicked off, with the refined refreshment of Haydn’s “Lobkowitz” string quartet, courtesy of the Takács String Quartet’s elegant account.

Haydn’s wit and wisdom provided a very good place to start, not only for a string quartet concert dealing with the essential father of the quartet form, but as a buoyant commencement piece for the vast tapestry of the Music Academy program to come.

In this milestone 75th anniversary year, a name nudge and new branding makeover have been deemed in order. The long-standing moniker Music Academy of the West — although still the institution’s official full name — has lost weight, as well as the old acronym MAW. Welcome to the Music Academy, with a lean, sharp new logo referencing both sun rays and the musical “circle of fifths.” Otherwise, it’s on with a show very much in progress and growing its reputation in the global music scene.

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illiam Zinsser wrote, “Writing is thinking on paper.” The corollary is also true, and a recent showcase of projects by UC Santa Barbara students in the Raab Writing Fellows Program offered a compelling look into some of the things that undergraduates are thinking about.

The 21 projects for the 2022 Fellows cover a variety of different kinds of writing, from academic and multimedia to personal and creative writing, with subjects ranging from “The Sound of Queerness in Tap Dance,” to “Lost in Translation: A Look into Multilingualism’s Effect on Personality and Identity,” “Breaking Binaries: A Zine on the Gender Non-Conforming Experience,” and “Unsafe Passage: A Generational Story of Vietnamese ‘Boat People.’ ” Funded by Dr. Diana Raab (dianaraab .com), a well-known local author and speaker on the intersection between mental health, wellness, and writing, the year-long program provides opportunities for one-onone professional mentorship and research to select undergraduates. It also includes stipends—a key element in promoting equity for all students—for conference expenses, materials, and travel, as well as for mentors.

Ljiljana Coklin directs the program and teaches the year-long research seminar.

“The projects are student-generated,” she said. “Sometimes the projects build on the assignments done in different classes, but most often, the projects are based on the students’ interests that couldn’t fit easily into any of their classes.”

Personal experiences and interests are clearly at the forefront for many projects.

For example, first-generation student Luis Garcia said he focused the bulk of his student interviews and research on other firstgeneration students to create the “Gaucho Survival Guide to COVID-19.”

Dave Zeiher (left) and Morganfield Burnett are two of the musicians coming together for the Luke Theatre Benefit on Saturday.

Piggybacking on the traditional Solstice weekend celebration is a special June 25 concert from “The ShapeShifters,” an all-star lineup of local musicians.

Producer Rod Lathim, the busiest “technically retired” man in Santa Barbara, put together the event as a benefit for the Marjorie Luke Theatre at Santa Barbara Junior High.

The band — brought together by renowned local musician Randy Tico — features Tico, Mitchell Yoshida, Austin Beede, and Dave Zeiher as its core, along with featured artists Jonathan McEuen, Lois Mahalia, Shawn Thies, Hunter Hawkins, Jackson Gillies (whose new single “Breeze” debuted earlier this month — hear it at jacksongilliesmusic.com), Morganfield Burnett, Kevin Winard, and Miriam Dance,along with some surprise guest artists.

The two-set concert is complimented by a fun, tasty, festive celebration in the beautifully redesigned courtyard outside the theater featuring food and drink, live music, and local merchandise.

This concert will offer a musical melting pot, fusing soul, rock, blues, Americana, jazz, and Latin — Santa Barbara style, said Lathim. “This is a rare opportunity to hear this many top-notch artists perform in the same concert. All of them solo concert favorites.”

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The ShapeShifters, Saturday, June 25, courtyard opens at 7 p.m., concert at 8 p.m. Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 E. Cota St., luketheatre.org.

Tickets are $35 at the door and include one drink.

Next up on the busy “MA” calendar: the assuring “greatest hit” grandeur of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony in the suitable outdoor grandeur of the Santa Barbara Bowl on Saturday, June 25, the first of several orchestral outings by the Academy Festival Orchestra.

On the program, conductor Donato Cabrera also leads Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet and the famed Danzon No. 2 of Mexican composer Arturo Márquez (whose Fandango for Violin and Orchestra was performed by Anne AkikoMeyers and the Santa Barbara Symphony last month).

Not incidentally, this conscientiously planned “community concert” reaches out with the affordable price tag of $10 per ticket, with free admission for 7-17-year-olds who join ticketed adults.

In what has become a tradition of the Takács as season opener, the Music Academy pact runs even deeper now, with the addition of violist Richard O’Neill, an Academy faculty member, former member of the Santa Barbara– based Camerata Pacifica, not to mention a veritable celebrity in his native Korea.

On Wednesday, the Takács also played music of African-British composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and Dvořák, but with its gleaming Haydn, the best came first. Game on.

—Josef Woodard See musicacademy.org.

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nce a showman, always a showman, and at age 77, Rod Stewart is still one of the best. Saturday’s performance at Santa Barbara Bowl — from opening the show with a rousing rendition of Robert Palmer’s “Addicted to Love” (complete with backup musicians inspired by the “Robert Palmer Girls” circa 1985 (youtu.be/ XcATvu5f9vE) to an emotional dedication of “Rhythm of My Heart” to the people of Ukraine — Stewart remains a compelling performer.

His distinctive raspy voice still sounds just like Rod Stewart. And his cheeky banter, such as thanking fans for coming “because I know petrol is expensive and so are underpants” as the lead-in to “Some Rod Stewart at the Santa Barbara Bowl Guys Have All the Luck,” is still adorably charming after all these years.

After selling more than 250 million records worldHe kept us thoroughly entertained with a set list wide, Sir Roderick David Stewart (knighted in 2016) that included favorites such as “Maggie May,” “You proved he’s still that happy boy from Highgate, deftly Wear it Well,” and “Ooh La La (I Wish That I Knew kicking soccer balls out to the audience and ending What I Know Now),” and clever mash-ups like his performance of Van Morrison’s “Have I Told You “Young Turks” (with a West Side Story “I Like to Be Lately That I Love You” with a nod to his beloved in America” dance break) and “Forever Young” (with Celtic Football Club (celticfc.com) and photos of the a Riverdance-style tap extravaganza). footballers themselves, along with his many children Backed up by a bevy of beauties (dressed for much and grandchildren enjoying the games in full greenof the night as glittering golden go-go girls), includ- and-white fan regalia. ing singer/choreographer Amanda Miller and harpThey say the great thing about getting older is that ist Julia Thornton (a particular standout on “The First you still have all those other ages inside you. Stewart Cut is the Deepest”), they kept the audience up on reminded Saturday’s audience at the Bowl that in our feet with familiar hits like “You’re in My Heart,” some ways, we’re all still “Forever Young.”

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n a way similar to Questlove’s brilliant Summer of Soul, the documentary Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story (directed by Frank Marshall and Ryan Suffern) deftly balances the central subject of a music festival with broader swaths of historical, cultural, and social issues. In this case, the 50th anniversary of the fabled New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, in 2019—before going dark for two pandemic years—is the launch point for a film looking inward at Jazz Fest.

Founded by the late, great impresario George Wein and run by the passionate torch-keeper Quint Davis, it is a unique microcosmic village of a festival, which could only happen in New Orleans.

But the film also freely — and wisely — roams away from the fairgrounds to the larger turf of New Orleans, to its adjacent Louisiana swampland culture, the jazz birthplace of Congo Square, Mardi Gras, and the inevitable subject of Hurricane Katrina.

Despite the importance of “Jazz Fest,” jazz fans have long bemoaned the short shrift given to actual jazz at the festival, and in this film, only the Marsalis family and Preservation Jazz Hall get much jazz-minded love. High points include

Bruce Springsteen singing a cathartically rousing “My City in Ruins,” just post-Katrina. We also sop up the sounds of Earth, Wind and Fire, Aaron Neville’s amazing “Amazing Grace,” the good Reverend Al Green, and even Santa Barbara’s own Katy Perry, tapping her gospel roots with “Happy Day.” One question: What’s cheese-headed Jimmy Buffet doing in the spotlight (apart from his executive producer clout)? He seems the antithesis of the Jazz Fest spirit and unfortunately gets the last word/song.

That screen time should have gone to Gregory Porter, an eloquent interviewee in the film and an emissary of soulfulness and, yes, jazz spirit. Quibbles aside, A New Orleans Story is a fascinating, mighty fine gumbo of a film experience, one of the finer music docs in the current crowded menu.

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(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Aries actor Marilu Henner has an unusual condition: hyperthymesia. She can remember in detail voluminous amounts of past events. For instance, she vividly recalls being at the Superdome in New Orleans on September 15, 1978, where she and her actor friends watched a boxing match between Leon Spinks and Muhammad Ali. You probably don’t have hyperthymesia, Aries, but I invite you to approximate that state. Now is an excellent time to engage in a leisurely review of your life story, beginning with your earliest memories. Why? It will strengthen your foundation, nurture your roots, and bolster your stability.

(Apr.20-May 20): Poet Elizabeth Bishop noted that many of us are “addicted to the gigantic.” We live in a “mostly huge and roaring, glaring world.” As a counterbalance, she wished for “small works of art, short poems, short pieces of music, intimate, low-voiced, and delicate things.”

That’s the spirit I recommend to you in the coming weeks, Taurus. You will be best served by consorting with subtle, unostentatious, elegant influences. Enjoy graceful details and quiet wonders and understated truths.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): In the coming weeks, you will need even more human touch than usual. Your mental, physical, and spiritual health REQUIRE you to have your skin in contact with people who care for you and are eager to feel their skin against yours. A Tumblr blogger named Friend-Suggestion sets the tone for the mood I hope you cultivate. They write, “I love! human contact! with! my friends! So put your leg over mine! Let our knees touch!

Hold my hand! Make excuses to feel my arm by drawing pictures on my skin! Stand close to me! Lean into my space! Slow dance super close to me! Hold my face in your hands or kick my foot to get my attention! Put your arm around me when we’re standing or sitting around!

Hug me from behind at random times!”

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): Author John Banville wrote what might serve as a manifesto for some of us Crabs: “To be concealed, protected, guarded: that is all I have ever truly wanted. To burrow down into a place of womby warmth and cower there, hidden from the sky’s indifferent gaze and the harsh air’s damagings. The past is such a retreat for me. I go there eagerly, shaking off the cold present and the colder future.” If you are a Crab who feels a kinship with Banville’s approach, I ask you to refrain from indulging in it during the coming months. You’re in a phase of your long-term astrological cycle when your destiny is calling you to be bolder and brighter than usual, more visible and influential, louder and stronger.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): “We wish to make rage into a fire that cooks things rather than a fire of conflagration,” writes author Clarissa Pinkola Estés. That’s good advice for you right now. Your anger can serve you, but only if you use it to gain clarity—not if you allow it to control or immobilize you. So here’s my counsel: Regard your wrath as a fertilizing fuel that helps deepen your understanding of what you’re angry about—and shows you how to engage in constructive actions that will liberate you from what is making you angry.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo author Jeanette Winterson was asked, “Do you fall in love often?” She replied, “Yes, often. With a view, with a book, with a dog, a cat, with numbers, with friends, with complete strangers, with nothing at all.” Even if you’re not usually as prone to infatuation and enchantment as Winterson, you could have many experiences like hers in the coming months.

Is that a state you would enjoy? I encourage you to welcome it. Your capacity to be fascinated and captivated will be at a peak. Your inclination to trust your attractions will be extra high. Sounds fun!

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Libran lexicographer Daniel Webster (1758–1843) worked hard to create his dictionary, and it became highly influential in American culture. He spent more than 26 years perfecting it. To make sure he could properly analyze the etymologies, he learned 28 languages. He wrote definitions for 70,000 words, including 12,000 that had never been included in a published dictionary. I trust you are well underway with your own Webster-like project, Libra. This entire year is an excellent time to devote yourself with exacting diligence to a monumental labor of love. If you haven’t started it yet, launch now. If it’s already in motion, kick it into a higher gear.

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Shouldn’t the distance between impossible and improbable be widened?” asks poet Luke Johnson. I agree that it should, and I nominate you to do the job. In my astrological view, you now have the power to make progress in accomplishing goals that some people may regard as unlikely, fantastical, and absurdly challenging. (Don’t listen to them!) I’m not necessarily saying you will always succeed in wrangling the remote possibilities into practical realities. But you might. And even if you’re only partially victorious, you will learn key lessons that bolster your abilities to harness future amazements.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian novelist George Eliot wrote, “It is very hard to say the exact truth, even about your own immediate feelings—much harder than to say something fine about them which is not the exact truth.” I believe you will be exempt from this rule during the next seven weeks. You will be able to speak with lucid candor about your feelings—maybe more so than you’ve been able to in a long time. And that will serve you well as you take advantage of the opportunity that life is offering you: to deepen, clarify, and refine your intimate relationships.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Author bell hooks (who didn’t capitalize her name) expressed advice I recommend for you. She said, “Knowing how to be solitary is central to the art of loving. When we can be alone, we can be with others without using them as a means of escape.” As you enter a phase of potential renewal for your close relationships, you’ll be wise to deepen your commitment to self-sufficiency and self-care. You might be amazed at how profoundly that enriches intimacy. Here are two more helpful gems from bell hooks: “You can never love anybody if you are unable to love yourself” and “Do not expect to receive the love from someone else you do not give yourself.”

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In April 2005, a 64-year-old Korean woman named Cha Sa-soon made her first attempt to get her driver’s license. She failed. In fairness to her, the written test wasn’t easy. It required an understanding of car maintenance. After that initial flop, she returned to take the test five days a week for three years—and was always unsuccessful. She persevered, however. Five years later, she passed the test and received her license. It was her 960th try. Let’s make her your role model for the foreseeable future. I doubt you’ll have to persist as long as she did, but you’ll be wise to cultivate maximum doggedness and diligence.

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(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): In the eighth century, Chinese poet Du Fu gave a batch of freshly written poems to his friend and colleague, the poet Li Bai. “Thank you for letting me read your new poems,” Li Bai later wrote to Du Fu. “It was like being alive twice.” I foresee you enjoying a comparable grace period in the coming weeks, Pisces: a time when your joie de vivre could be double its usual intensity. How should you respond to this gift from the Fates? Get twice as much work done? Start work on a future masterpiece? Become a beacon of inspiration to everyone you encounter? Sure, if that’s what you want to do. And you could also simply enjoy every detail of your daily rhythm with supreme, sublime delight.

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DESIGN, FACILITIES & SAFETY (DFSS) SERVICES Under the general direction of the CFO/Director of Business & Financial Planning for Design, Facilities, & Safety Services (DFSS), provides leadership, guidance and analysis in the management of all DFSS personnel issues on behalf of the Director of Facilities Management, Director of Campus Design & Construction Services, Director of Environmental Health & Safety, the Associate Vice Chancellor. Plans, organizes and directs the daily operations of the human resources team, comprised of 3.0 FTE career employees., Provides leadership, counsel, and analysis in the hiring, termination, discipline, training, and motivation of DFSS’ approximately 360.0 FTE career and limited employees and 25.0 FTE student assistants.

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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY Under general supervision, responsible for a variety of professional duties at the operational level, including developing and implementing strategies and procedures for managing operations pertaining to the Campus Hazardous Waste Program. Reqs: Solid, comprehensive working knowledge / understanding of a hazardous waste field; including related laws and regulations, and general understanding of all EH&S fields. Solid organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple projects. Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.

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Per UC policy, travel is calculated and reimbursed (up to) the costs for travel to and from the UCEAP Systemwide Office location, regardless of the actual remote work location elected by employee. $24.62‑27.33/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION Responsible for overall coordination of the fiscal operations for the Office of Undergraduate Education (UGED) and the Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL), which includes the Center for Innovative Teaching, Research, and Learning, ONDAS Student Center, Transfer Student Center, Testing Center and the Undergraduate Mentorship Program. Monitors budgets; prepares cost projections and cost analyses; reviews monthly financial statements and analyzes spending patterns; and oversees payroll. Provides direction and support to department staff regarding accounting procedures and policy areas including purchasing, accounts payable, gift administration, accounts payable, bi‑weekly and monthly payroll for UGED and OTL, and other areas as needed.

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Remains current with versions of Excel, Word, email, calendaring and other data management and University systems programs. Utilizes thorough working knowledge of University Accounting Policies. Procedures, University Business and Finance Bulletins and Academic Personnel Manual, and inter/intra‑college/department/ program finance policies and procedures as well as policy regarding University audit and reporting requirements, student and faculty, entertainment, travel, purchasing, and reimbursements.

Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related area or equivalent experience / training.

Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. $24.62‑$29.00/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins 06/24/22.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 37298

FINANCIAL OPERATIONS ANALYST

STUDENT HEALTH Incumbent performs responsible and complex professional financial analysis and processing for Student Health. Extracts, researches and analyzes financial data and reports to the Financial Operations Manager as appropriate. Provide policy information to staff and handle multiple complex and confidential projects that require strong analytical and organizational skills. Serves as a primary preparer for financial and salary adjustments requiring accurate interpretation of policies and procedures. Independently develops appropriate business procedures and best practices with financial, procurement, billing, and payroll processes ensuring that the department is in compliance with University Business & Financial policies.

Manages the billing component of Student Health Service’s (SHS) Electronic Medical Record system.

Acts as liaison with various on‑campus and off‑campus entities concerning billing issues. Oversees the flow of data between the SHS Billing system and other various systems. Audits and oversees payment processing and general ledger reconciliation.

Analyzes and interprets new campus business processes and provides recommendations to the Manager and writes and disseminates information to department staff members. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and/ or equivalent experience/training.

Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Working knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures.

Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software. 1‑3 years’ experience in finance or related field.

Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check.

Mandated reporting requirements of Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Starting at $24.62/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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residents annually in 14 diverse buildings and complexes. Provides excellent service and counsels a diverse population of clients regarding application processes, availability, eligibility, policies, procedures, conflict resolution and problem solving for Residence Halls, Undergraduate Apartments, Graduate Apartments, Family Student Housing and Summer Session Housing. Reqs: Excellent customer service, multi‑tasking, and problem‑solving skills. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. $26.98 ‑ $29.58/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins 6/23/2022.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 37222

INSTRUCTIONAL APPLICATIONS PROGRAMMER

LETTERS AND SCIENCE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Develops, enhances, and maintains web‑based instructional applications, including the campus‑wide learning management system and associated application modules. Codes, tests, implements, and maintains applications in a multi‑server LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) environment. Integrates securely with other applications. Plans and implements software updates using distributed version control.

Reqs:Bachelor’s Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. 5+ years of experience in software development. 3+ years developing complex web application software. Experience and proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and HTML. Experience developing securely within a Linux/ UNIX environment. Experience using a distributed control versioning system, such as GIT. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. $61,200 ‑ $77,000/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified

applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins 6/29/22.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 37503.

J‑1 SCHOLAR & EMPLOYMENT‑BASED VISA SPECIALIST

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Responsible for maintaining all aspects of the J‑1 Exchange Visitor Program, and for assisting as needed with employment‑based visa processing for the H‑1B, TN, E3, U.S. Permanent Resident, and dependent statuses.Maintains a broad, functional understanding of federal immigration‑related agencies (USCIS, ICE, CBP), immigration laws and regulations, and university policies.

Serves as the primary J‑1 contact for academic departments, organized research units, national research centers and the UC systemwide Education Abroad Program Office for the hosting and/or hiring of non‑U.S. citizens in academic and certain staff titles.

Advises J‑1 scholars and dependents with regard to immigration laws and regulations, and completes federally required SEVIS‑event reporting.

Counsels foreign nationals, academic departments, faculty, and staff on non‑immigrant and immigrant visa statuses, and assists foreign nationals in planning complex, long‑range visa strategies to obtain and maintain employment permission and/or legal U.S. immigration status. Oversees the preparation and submission of visa documents to immigration agencies and assists individual employees in resolving immigration‑related issues.

Trains department personnel on J‑1 Scholar and Employment‑Based visa processes and regulations. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills in advising and counseling, including cultural sensitivity, specifically pertaining to people from other countries and English‑as‑a‑second‑language speakers. Strong communication and

interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and international scholars, both verbally and in writing. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States in order to be authorized to use the Department of Homeland SEVIS database. May work occasional evenings and weekends. $55,600 ‑ $66,000/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #33461

LOCKSMITH

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Work independently or as part of a team composed of trade and/or multi‑trade workers and helpers. Cleans, repairs, installs and maintains locks in doors, safes, file cabinets, etc. Cuts keys and changes lock combinations. Performs emergency locksmith tasks as required.

Provide direct customer service to campus community. Reqs: Must be able to pin cores, and to cut and duplicate new keys using key‑cutting machines, impressions or code key machines. Ability to maintain locking systems by repairing and replacing worn springs, tumblers and other critical parts. Must have a thorough understanding of a master key system, low voltage and basic electrical access controls. Understanding of safety practices and Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Must have proven customer service skills with good follow through and strong communication skills. High School Diploma or equivalent. 3 years experience as a Locksmith.

Notes: Satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

Must maintain valid CA DL, a clean DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull‑Notice Program. Pre‑employment physical exam. $37.82/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/

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Application review begins 6/28/2022.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 37478

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

STUDENT HEALTH Provides medical and administrative support to the physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurses, and licensed vocational nurses assisting with exams and procedures, taking vitals, checking in/out patients, filling out necessary paperwork, taking phone messages and following directives from the clinicians, as well as scheduling appointments. Reqs: High School diploma or equivalent. Certification with one of the following agencies required; American Association of Medical Assistants (AMA), California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CMAA).

Applicants without a proper certification will not be considered. Current CPR certification/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire is required and non‑negotiable. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. Must successfully complete and pass the background check and credentialing process before employment and date of hire. Must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. This is an 11‑month position with 4 weeks of furlough taken during quarter breaks and summer months. Pay Rate/Range: Starting at $23.97/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins 7/6/22. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 37796

MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

ARTS & LECTURES OFFICE Responsible for management of the Donor Membership Program, private events, and general oversight of the administrative operations of the Arts & Lectures membership program and annual fund. Reporting to the Senior Director of Development & Special Initiatives, the Membership Coordinator manages a comprehensive membership program and annual fund, and is responsible for maintaining the membership program and organizational priorities during the tenure of their appointment. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Note: Limited appointment ‑ not to exceed 1000 hours. Satisfactory conviction history background check. Ability and willingness to work frequent evenings and some weekends. $4,633.33 ‑ $5,467.00/mo. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins 6/30/22.

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PATIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY

STUDENT HEALTH Provides front office support for the patients, therapists and staff in the Physical Therapy Department, and provides coverage for the Student Health appointment desk, if needed. Using a computerized scheduling system, schedules medical appointments both by telephone and in person. Accurately determines patient’s medical needs with regards to urgency and appropriateness of patient’s appointment request. Requires coverage for back office duties during PT aide breaks, vacations or absences.

Will need to assist appointment desk in scheduling appointments. Reqs: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience working in customer service. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. Satisfactory conviction history background check. This is a 100% 11‑month position.Four weeks of furlough are taken during quarter breaks and summer months. Starting at $21.28hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 36471

college‑age outpatients requiring medical care and consultation, including diagnosis and treatment.

Provides consultation services on a per case basis as required for all members of the professional staff in assisting them with diagnosis and treatment for their patients. Reqs: Must have a valid CA medical license and DEA license at all times during employment. Board eligible or certified in Family or Internal Medicine with experience in working with college‑age patients.Notes: Must successfully complete and pass a background check and credentialing process before date of hire. Credentials are renewed periodically. Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse and of Dependent Adult Abuse. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of COVID‑19 vaccination and annual influenza vaccination or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season.

Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. This is a limited position (no more than 20 hours per week). Salary commensurate with experience. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 31222

PRODUCTION AND EVENTS MANAGER PATIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE

STUDENT HEALTH Using a computerized scheduling system and a virtual calling system to schedule medical appointments both by telephone and in person. Accurately determines patient’s medical needs with regards to urgency and appropriateness of patient’s appointment request. Assists patients by providing information on general Student Health services and programs. Utilizes substantial customer service experience and demonstrated abilities to clearly explain appointment procedures and uses sound judgment to handle non‑routine appointment requests. Performs a variety of clerical tasks as assigned. Prepares and scans all incoming paper medical records into the electronic medical record appropriate categories. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent. Work experience in a customer service environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills, effective interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment. Demonstrated attention to detail with frequent interruptions.

Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. Satisfactory completion of conviction history background check. Must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. $21.28/hr. or depending on experience. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins on 6/30/22.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #37555

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Application review begins 6/28/22 Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 37324

RECOVERY PROGRAM ASSISTANT MANAGER

STUDENT HEALTH Provides wrap‑around care and case management to residents of the UCSB recovery‑supportive housing program, as well as non‑resident students in the Gauchos for Recovery Program. The Assistant Manager will be available to provide support after hours and where students live. They will help students to navigate university life, including (but not limited to) advising around academics, access to disability accommodations, safe housing options and other basic needs, as well as ongoing recovery support. The Assistant Manager will conduct individual and group meetings with students. Clinical supervision available for AMFT, ACSW, and CADC

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Mandated reporting requirements of Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. Must successfully complete and pass the background check and credentialing process before employment and date of hire. Must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. This is a 50% position, working M‑F 2pm – 6pm (or weekends/evenings as needed). Salary commensurate with experience. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review begins on 7/1/22.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #37623

STUDENT ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SPECIALIST

Professional and Continuing Education Provides administrative support for a fast‑paced, dynamic program that delivers for open‑enrollment international learners. Following established procedures and under the supervision of the Customer Success and Outreach Manager, the incumbent provides assistance with a variety of administrative tasks to academic, student service, and business service staff who have critical roles in the student experience and delivery of programs. Several tasks are related to the maintenance of records in PaCE’s Student Information System, DestinyOne. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent experience / training. 1‑3 years experience with MS Office Suite, Google Suite or equivalent. 1‑3 years demonstrated excellent interpersonal and writing skills for collegial and professional exchanges with diverse audiences including students, Job Standards of students, faculty, and staff. 1‑3 years service orientation, active listening, critical thinking. 1‑3 years ability to function effectively as a member of a team. as well as independently, and to execute numerous tasks with demanding time frames. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check. $24.61‑$26.32/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 35013.

STUDENT PROGRAMS MANAGER

GEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT The Student Programs Manager provides the full range of student services to current and prospective students in the department of Geography. Creates and maintains a positive and supportive environment for students. Provides seasoned guidance and advice to Geography students on departmental and University policies and procedures. Responsible for

coordinating and managing graduate student recruitment, graduate student employment (hiring and placement of TAs), monitoring of student progression, financial monitoring of block grant and temp sub zero funds, generation of statistical reports, special event planning, maintenance of academic files, and form processing, Manages graduate application process for Master’s and Ph.D. admissions.

Maintains close working relationship with the Faculty Graduate and Undergraduate Advisors, the staff within the Graduate Division and L&S, and coordinates information flow in a timely manner for the Department.

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Supervises the undergraduate assistant and manages their annual work‑flow.

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TRANSPORTATION & PARKING SERVICES Develops, directs, administers, evaluates and continuously improves the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). Provides leadership and direct analytical and administrative support to Campus wide initiatives to reduce parking demand at UCSB. Creates educational and training programs to enhance customer awareness of current, new, and emerging Transportation Alternatives Program to all Campus constituents. Develops budgets, meets financial objectives and oversees all aspects of the Transportation Alternatives Program. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree and three years’ experience in a sustainable transportation position, or relevant experience. Proficiency in MS Office and Google G Suite applications. Skill in public speaking and comfort in representing the university and the department to the community and general public. Ability to resolve customer service issues quickly and tactfully and proven skill in listening, anticipating, and responding to the needs of customers to achieve excellent customer services measured by outcomes. Excellent interpersonal skills, including skills to clearly communicate information to a broad variety of people in written form, in person, and on the telephone. Skill in working independently and effectively, following through on assignments with minimal direction and a fluctuating workload. Demonstrated ability to extract data, organize, and manipulate data from multiple sources, and to use appropriate analytical procedures to identify problems and trends, recommend action to be taken, and implement necessary solutions, policies and procedures. Knowledge of and experience in delivery of transportation demand management services and general operations of a successful program. Note: Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory conviction history background check. $5,416 ‑ $6,694/mo. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 36888

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LEGALS LEGAL NOTICESTO PLACE EMAIL NOTICE TO LEGALS@ INDEPENDENT.COM ADMINISTER OF ESTATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PETER G. SIMETH CASE NO.: 22PR00274 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: PETER G. SIMETH, A.K.A PETER GEORG SIMETH A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: SERENA L. SINGER AND JEFFREY D. WILSON in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara The Petition for Probate requests that: SERENA L. SINGER AND JEFFREY D. WILSON 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: 07/21/2022 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107 Santa Barbara‑ Anacapa Division.

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.Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer Date: 06/3/2022 By: April Garcia, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Ian M. Fisher, Price, Postel & Parma, LLP 200 East Carrillo Street, Ste. 400, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (805) 962‑0011.

Published June 9, 16, 23, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CAROL ANN DONOVAN, CASE NO.: 22PR00281 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: CAROL ANN DONOVAN, A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: Irene O’Hagan in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara The Petition for Probate requests that: IRENE O’HAGAN 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: 07/28/2022 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SBA5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107 Santa Barbara‑ Anacapa Division.

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.Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer Date: 06/3/2022 By: April Garcia, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Brian L. Fox, 290 Maple Court, Suite 126, Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 964‑1170.

Published June 16, 23, 30, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHELE FITZPATRICK CASE NO.: 22PR00316 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MICHELE FITZPATRICK AKA MICHELE A. FITZPATRICK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: KATHLEEN CARLSON in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

The Petition for Probate requests that: Kathleen Carlson be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decendent.

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: 08/04/2022 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street,Santa Barbara, CA 93102 Anacapa Division.

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.Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer Date: 06/15/2022 By: April Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Susan H. McCollum, Hollister & Brace, 200 East Carrillo Street, Suite 100, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RUTH MYERS‑AGARANO Case No.: 22PR00298 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: RUTH MYERS‑AGARANO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: CHERI M. AGARANO, in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara The Petition for Probate requests that: CHERI M. AGARANO 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: 07/28/2022 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street,Santa Barbara, CA 93102 Anacapa Division.

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.

Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer Date: 06/09/2022 By: April Garcia, Petitioner: Cheri M. Agarano, 735 W. Islay St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Deputy.

805‑708‑7738 Published June 23, 30. July 7, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LINDSLEY FALLON WESSBERG CASE NO.: 22PR00289 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: LINDSLEY FALLON & LINDSLEY FALLON WESSBERG A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: RICHARD MICHAEL ROSENWALD in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

The Petition for Probate requests that: RICHARD MICHAEL ROSENWALD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decendent.

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: 07/28/2022 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street,Santa Barbara, CA 93102 Anacapa Division.

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.

Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer Date: 06/9/2022 By: Jessica Vega, Deputy Clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Richard Michael Rosenwald, PO Box 40307 Santa Barbara, CA NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LINDSLEY FALLON WESSBERG CASE NO.: 22PR00289 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: LINDSLEY FALLON & LINDSLEY FALLON WESSBERG A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: RICHARD MICHAEL ROSENWALD in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

The Petition for Probate requests that: RICHARD MICHAEL ROSENWALD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decendent.

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: 07/28/2022 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street,Santa Barbara, CA 93102 Anacapa Division.

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.Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer Date: 06/9/2022 By: Jessica Vega, Deputy Clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Richard Michael Rosenwald, PO Box 40307, Santa Barbara, CA 93140. 805‑455‑6979 Published June 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FBN ABANDONMENT STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following Fictitious Business Name is being abandoned: SANTA YNEZ VALLEY SOLAR at 571 Hill Street Los Alamos, CA 93440. The original statement for use of this Fictitious Business Name was filed 12/14/2020 in the County of Santa Barbara. Original File no. 2020‑0002977. The person(s) or entities abandoning use of this name are as follows: Fresource Energies Inc (Same address) The business was conducted as a Corporation signed

by GARY GORDON, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 5/25/2022. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office, Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001377. Published: June 2, 9, 16, 23 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: COASTAL CLEANUP at 10 E. Yanonali Street, #43, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; COASTAL CLEANUP SPC, 2909 Dinwiddie Way, Elk Grove, CA 95758. This business is conducted by a corporation. Signed by KYLIE GANNON, CEO. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 25, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001374.

Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 5 STAR AUTO REPAIR at 5737 Thornwood Dr. Goleta, CA 93117; SCOTT ANDERSSON at 945 Ward Drive #29, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. This business is conducted by an individual. Signed by SCOTT ANDERSSON, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 16, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001294.

Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person GOLETA DUCT CLEANING at 7640

Cathedral Oaks Road, apt 7, Goleta, CA 93117, JOHN T PULA, same address. This business is conducted by an individual. Signed by JOHN T PULA. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 26, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001399. Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PATHWAY DENTAL GROUP SANTA MARIA at 426 Barcellus Ave, #201, Santa Maria, CA 93454; Pathway Dental Group Santa Maria (Same Address). This business is conducted by a Corporation.

Signed

by STEN ERICSON, PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 26, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001390. Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SHAKA BITES at 435 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Shaka Bites LLC (same address). This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Signed

by VIR SINGH, MANAGER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 26, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E47, FBN Number: 2022‑0001387. Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: BROKKR MEDICAL at 233 W Arrellaga, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, CRISTIAN WILLIAM GOEBNER, (Same Address).

This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed by CRISTIAN GOEBNER, Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 25, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001379. Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: MOTHER MADRE BEES at 7127 Hollister Avenue, Ste 25A‑259, Goleta, CA 93117, Finnigan’s Wild LLC (same address) This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Signed

by FINNIGAN JONES, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 13, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number:

2022‑0001281. Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: DRONE OPTICS at 500 Zink Avenue, Santa Barbara CA 93111, Clay Bougher (same address). This business is conducted by an individual. Signed

by CLAY BOUGHER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 17, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL)

by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001306.

Published: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: YONG CHIROPRACTIC & SPORTS MEDICINE CLINIC, 351 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, Bruce A.Yong, 2961 Foothill Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. This business is conducted by an Individual, Signed by BRUCE A. YONG, DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC, Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 10, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, E40, FBN Number: 2022‑0001223.

Published June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: AZUUL BOUTIQUE 53 Nectarine Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, Honoria Charco (same address). This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed by HONORIA CHARCO. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 26, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001393. Published June 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: BROD & KAGE BY DANISH MILL BAKERY at 1578 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463, DANISH MILL BAKERY INC, 1682 Copenhagen Drive Solvang, CA 93463. This business is conducted by A Corporation. Signed by RENE GROSS KAERSKOV. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 25, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E40. FBN Number: 2022‑0001382.

Published: June 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: WE ARE AIRSTREAM SANTA BARBARA at 404 E Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427, AIRSTREAM OF SANTA BARBARA, CA (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Signed

by AARON KORGES, PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa

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This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001416. Published: June 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: SANTA YNEZ VALLEY SOLAR, 571 Hill Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440, GARY GORDON (same address). This business is conducted by an Individual.

Signed by GARY GORDON, OWNER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 27, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001413. Published June 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MIRA SANTA BARBARA, 1060 Alamo Pintado, Solvang, CA 93463, NICOLE BALL, 411 E Canon Perdido St, Unit 15, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed by NICOLE BALL, CEO. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 6, 20022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001490.

Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SB TOOL & MANUFACTURING at 75 Robin Hill Road, Goleta,CA 93117, Atomica Corp. (same address) This business is conducted by a Corporation. Signed by RALPH FRECHE, GENERAL MANAGER Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 6, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001478. Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: ALSCO at 900 N Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90038, ALSCO INC. (Doing Business in California as “Steiner Corporation”), 505 East 200 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84102 This business is conducted by a corporation. Signed by SHANDA MAPLE, SECRETARY. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 08, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001501.

Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: LE SOL DESIGN STUDIO, LE SOL LANDSCAPE DESIGN STUDIO 414 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, Chantal H Vo, 1252 Las Canoas Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. This business is conducted by an Individual. SIGNED

BY CHANTAL VO. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 3, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001459.

Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRANADA THEATRE, THE GRANADA, THE GRANADA THEATRE, SBCPA, TICKETSSB.ORG 1214 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (same address). This business is conducted by A Corporation. Signed

by CAREN RAGER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 27, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E40. FBN Number: 2022‑0001405. Published: June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: CLAUDIA

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This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E20. FBN Number: 2022‑0001299. Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as MOTEL 6‑SANTA MARIA at 2040 Preisker Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93454; Dutt Hospitality LLC, 3455 E La Palma Ave, Ste 101, Anaheim, CA 92806 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Signed by HIMANSHU SARVAIYA, MANAGING MEMBER. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 9, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E47. FBN Number: 2022‑0001506. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: PRIVATE EQUITY GROUP, 252 Coronado Drive, Goleta, CA 93117, Joel M. Silverman (same address). This business is conducted by an Individual. Signed

by JOEL SILVERMAN, SELF. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 1, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001436. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: REGALITO at 515 E. Arrellaga, #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, Sergio A Lagunas, Julia Lara, (same address). This business is conducted by a married couple. Signed

by SERGIO LAGUNAS. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 7, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E29.

FBN Number: 2022‑0001485.Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as OAK STATE AUDIO & LIGHTING, 1470 Andrea St, Carpinteria, CA 93013, Kian C Hamilton (same address) This business is conducted by an individual. Signed

by KIAN HAMILTON. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 10, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001527.

Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: LILY at 1131 Coast Village Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108, LISSA A LIGGETT, 411 Lemon Grove Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93108. This business is conducted by an individual. Signed by LISSA A LIGGETT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 19, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001333. Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: PROLOGISTIX, 25 W. Anapamu ST Suite C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Real Time Staffing Services, LLC, 1040 Crown Pointe Parkway Suite 1040, Atlanta, GA 30338; Select Staffing; Resource MFG. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Signed by DAVID D KRUPCZAK, VICE PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 02, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001446. Published June 23, 30,

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: HOTEL HYGGE, 550 Avenue of the Flags, Buellton, CA 93427; FLT Hygge, LLC, 2082 Michelson Drive, 4th FL, Irvine, CA 92612. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Signed by MICHAEL B. EARL, VICE PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 14, 2022.

This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001558. Published: June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: PELICAN SHORE PROPERTIES, 4874 8th Street, Unit B, Carpinteria, CA 93013, William R Loomis, (same address). This business is conducted by a married couple.

Signed by ELIZABETH LOOMIS. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 1, 2022, This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E35. FBN Number: 2022‑0001435. Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person‑ (s) is/are doing business as: X‑TECH SYSTEMS at 360 Storke Road, Goleta, CA 93117, I COPY, INC., 11266 Monarch St. Suite B, Garden Grove, CA 92841. This business is conducted by a corporation. Signed by RONALD VARING, PRESIDENT. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 10, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001528.

Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: THERAPY WITH MAX at 1227 De La Vina St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Max Golding at 277 Alamar Ave. #12, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. This business is conducted by an individual. Signed by MAX GOLDING. Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on June 6, 2022. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) E30. FBN Number: 2022‑0001474. Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 20022.

NAME CHANGE IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF NR LH NICOLE MARIE NOEL RENETZKY TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV03524 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: NICOLE MARIE NOEL RENETZKY TO: NICOLE MARIE WEBER THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 June 29, 2022 10:00 am, DEPT 3, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St. P.O. Box 21107, Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, Anacapa. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated May 20, 2022, Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer by Chavez, Terri, Deputy Clerk, Superior Court, Published June 2, 9 16, 23, 2022.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF I‑TE Hsieh TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE NUMBER: 22CV01867 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: I‑TE HSIEH TO: PETER I‑TE HSIEH THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 July 15, 2022 10:00 am, DEPT 4, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated May 26, 2022, Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer by Baksh, Narzralli, Deputy Clerk, Superior Court, Published June 2, 9 16, 23, 2022.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF JENNEFER ALCOVA UHRMACHER, TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE NUMBER: 22CV01866 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: JENNEFER ALCOVA UHRMACHER TO: JENNEFER ALCOVA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 July 20, 2022 10:00 am, DEPT 3, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated May 25, 2022, Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court, Published June 9, 16, 23. 30, 2022.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF RAMIRO PALLEJA TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE NUMBER: 22CV01691 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s) FROM and TO the following name(s): FROM: RAMIRO PALLEJA TO: RAYMOND L. PALLEJA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 JULY 25, 2022 10:00 AM, DEPT 4, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121,

Anacapa Division. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated May 24, 2022 by, Donna D. Geck, Judge of the Superior Court. Published June 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: GUADALUPE GARNICA, CASE NUMBER: 22CV01701 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: GUADALUPE GARNICA TO: MA.GUADALUPE GARNICA GUTIERREZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 July 11, 2022 10:00 am, DEPT 5, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated May 26, 2022, Colleen K. Sterne, Judge of the Superior Court, Published June 9 16, 23, 30 2022.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF KELLY RYAN TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE NUMBER: 22CV01895 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior court proposing a change of name(s) FROM and TO the following name(s): FROM: KELLY RYAN TO: RENE SOLEIL THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 July 15, 2022 10:00 am, Dept 4, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121, Anacapa Division. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated May 26, 2022.

by DONNA D. GECK, Judge of the Superior Court. Published June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: ANITA SUSAN KAPLAN, 3091 Calle Rosales, Santa Barbara, CA 93105; NUMBER: 22CV02141 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior court proposing a change of name(s) FROM: ANITA SUSAN KAPLAN TO: ANITA HARRIS KAPLAN. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 court 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 August 8, 2022 10:00 am, DEPT 5, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated June 16, 2022, Colleen K. Sterne, Judge of the Superior Court, Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2022.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF DECEASED SETTLOR OF TRUST SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ANACAPA DIVISION In the Matter of The Craddock Living Trust U/D/T dated September 29 1987, as amended and completely restated on July 8, 2020 Case No.: 22PR00294 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the creditors and contingent creditors of the above‑named decedent ANTHONY J. CRADDOCK, also known as ANTHONY JOHN CRADDOCK and TONY CRADDOCK (“DECEDENT”), that all persons having claims against the Decedent are required to file them with the Superior Court of Santa Barbara, 11 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93121, AND deliver pursuant to Section 1215 of the California Probate Code a copy to Frances Patricia Craddock as Trustee of the Craddock Living Trust U/D/T dated September 29, 1987, as amended from time to time and as amended and completely reinstated on July 8, 2020, wherein Decedent was the Settlor, in care of her attorney, Timothy J. Kay, Esq. at 600 Anton Blvd. Ste. 1400, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 within the later of four (4) months after June 23, 2022, the date of the first publication of notice to creditors, or if notice is mailed or personallyh delivered to you, sixty (60) days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, or you must petition to file a late claim as provided in Section 19103 of the California Probate Code. A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk, For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with return receipt requested.

Date 6/14/22 Timothy J. Kay, Esq. Attorney for Frances Patricia Craddock, Trustee Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. 600 Anton Blvd., Suite 1400, Costa Mesa, CA 92626‑7689 BSC 221847 6/23, 6/30, 7/7/22.

Published June 23, 30, July 7, 2022 FROM THE court clerk. from the SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ANACAPA DIVISION In re the William Safina Revocable Trust dated 4‑13‑1995, amended and restated 4‑13‑2015 by William Safina, Decedent.

Case No. 22PR00057 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Prob. C. §§I9040(b), 19052) Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contingent creditors of the above‑named decedent, that all persons having claims against the decedent are required to file them with the Superior Court, at 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, California, and deliver pursuant to Section 1215 of the California Probate Code a copy to LAWRENCE T. SORENSEN, as trustee of the WILLIAM SAFINA REVOCABLE TRUST dated 3‑7‑1995, amended and restated 4‑13‑2015, of which the Decedent was the settlor, at

the office of the Trustee’s attorneys located at 1900 Sate STreet, Suite M, Santa Barbara, California, 93101, within the later of four (4) months after 6/23/2002, (the dated of the first publication of notice to creditors) or, if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 60 days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, or you must petition to file a late claim as provided in California Probate Code section 19103.

A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with return receipt requested.

Dated June 14, 2022. By: Margaret V. Barnes, 1900 State Street, Suite M, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 attorney for Lawrence T. Sorensen Independent Temporary Trustee.

Published June 23, 30, July 7, 2022.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) PLAINTIFF: MARSHALL BERNES, ET AL Attorney for PLAINTIFF: Stephen Allen Jamieson (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) Case number: 20CV00235. DEFENDANT: Camilla Meldahl, et al.

To: Camilla Meldahl, aka Camilla Mehdahl, an individual Plaintiff: Marshall R. Bernes, Trustee Meldahl Individual, seeks damages in the above‑entitled action, as follows: 1.General Damages b. Emotional distress $5,000,000.00 2. Special damages c. Loss of earnings (to date) $5,000,000.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value) $5,000,000.00 e. Property Damage $5,000,000.00 i. Other (specify) Lost income, incidental, and consequential damages $5,000,000.00 3. Punitive damages: Plaintiff reserves the right to seek punitive damages in the amount of (specify) $10,000,000.00 when pursuing a judgement in the suit filed against you. Date: April 30, 2021.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 9321‑1107 Anacapa Division The name, and address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Stephen Allen Jamieson (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) SOLOMON, SALTSMAN & JAMIESON 426 Culver Blvd. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310‑822‑848 Fax: 310‑822‑3512 Published June 23, 30, July 07, 13 2022.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) PLAINTIFF: MARSHALL BERNES, ET AL Attorney for PLAINTIFF: Judith Dannett (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) Case number: 20CV00235. DEFENDANT: Camilla Meldahl, et al.

To: Camilla Meldahl, aka Camilla Mehdahl, an individual Plaintiff: Judith Dannett, an individual seeks damages in the above‑entitled action, as follows: 1.General Damages b. Emotional distress $5,000,000.00 2. Special damages c. Loss of earnings (to date) $5,000,000.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value) $5,000,000.00 e. Property Damage $5,000,000.00 i. Other (specify) Lost income, incidental, and consequential damages $5,000,000.00 3. Punitive damages: Plaintiff reserves the right to seek punitive damages in the amount of (specify) $10,000,000.00 when pursuing a judgement in the suit filed against you. Date: April 30, 2021.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 9321‑1107 Anacapa Division The name, and address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Stephen Allen Jamieson (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) SOLOMON, SALTSMAN & JAMIESON 426 Culver Blvd. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310‑822‑848 Fax: 310‑822‑3512 Published June 23, 30, July 07, 13 2022.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) PLAINTIFF: MARSHALL BERNES, ET AL Attorney for PLAINTIFF: Elinor Fisher, Meldahl individual (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN

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DEFENDANT: Camilla Meldahl, et al.

To: Camilla Meldahl, aka Camilla Mehdahl, an individual Plaintiff: Elinor Fisher, Meldahl Individual seeks damages in the above‑entitled action, as follows: 1.General Damages b. Emotional distress $5,000,000.00 2. Special damages c. Loss of earnings (to date) $5,000,000.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value) $5,000,000.00 e. Property Damage $5,000,000.00 i. Other (specify) Lost income, incidental, and consequential damages $5,000,000.00 3. Punitive damages: Plaintiff reserves the right to seek punitive damages in the amount of (specify) $10,000,000.00 when pursuing a judgement in the suit filed against you. Date: April 30, 2021.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 9321‑1107 Anacapa Division The name, and address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Stephen Allen Jamieson (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) SOLOMON, SALTSMAN & JAMIESON 426 Culver Blvd. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310‑822‑848 Fax: 310‑822‑3512 Published June 23, 30, July 07, 13 2022.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) PLAINTIFF: MARSHALL BERNES, INDIVIDUAL ET AL Attorney for PLAINTIFF: Stephen Allen Jamieson (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) Case number: 20CV00235. DEFENDANT: Camilla Meldahl, et al.

To: Camilla Meldahl, aka Camilla Mehdahl, an individual Plaintiff: Marshall R. Bernes, an individual seeks damages in the above‑entitled action, as follows: 1.General Damages b. Emotional distress $5,000,000.00 2. Special damages c. Loss of earnings (to date) $5,000,000.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value) $5,000,000.00 e. Property Damage $5,000,000.00 i. Other (specify) Lost income, incidental, and consequential damages $5,000,000.00 3. Punitive damages: Plaintiff reserves the right to seek punitive damages in the amount of (specify) $10,000,000.00 when pursuing a judgement in the suit filed against you. Date: April 30, 2021.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 9321‑1107 Anacapa Division The name, and address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Stephen Allen Jamieson (SBN 115805); Ryan Michael Kroll (SBN 235204) SOLOMON, SALTSMAN & JAMIESON 426 Culver Blvd. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310‑822‑848 Fax: 310‑822‑3512 Published June 23, 30, July 07, 13 2022.

SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Camilla Meldahl AKA Camilla Mehdahl, an individual; ED ST. George, an individual;

JAMES GELB, an individual; JAMES M. GELB, as Trustee of the 2010 James M. Gelb Revocable Trust, MARIO MELENDEZ, an individual; Melendez Construction, an Unknown Business entty; MATTHEW CROTTY, an individual; FRANCES CROTTY, an individual; Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association, a national bankikng association, as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Service Agreement dated as of October 1, 1992 for RTC Commercial Pass‑Through Certificates, Series 1992‑CHF; ROBERT L. LOVGREN, an Individual; DOREEN J. LOVGREN, an individual, 6651 L.P., a California limited partnership; HARVEY H. WIPF, an Individual ; HARVEY H. WIPF, as Trustee of the Wipf Family Trust; BERNICE A. WIPF, an Individual.

BERNICE A. WIPF, as Trustee for the Wipf Family Trust. ERNEST G. GULSRUD, an individual; ERNEST G. GULSRUD as Trustee of the Gulsrud Family Trust; MURIEL GENEVIEVE GULSRUD, an individual; MURIEL G. GULSRUD, as Trustee for the Gulsrud Family Trust; CURTIS R. JAHNKE, an Individual; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive.

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: MARSHAL R. BERNES, AN INDIVIDUAL; MARSHALL R. BERNES, AS TRUSTEE OF THE MARSHALL R. BERNES FAMILY TRUST; JUDITH DANNETT, AN INDIVIDUAL; AND, ELINOR FISHER, AN INDIVIDUAL. Notice! You have been sued. THE court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff.

A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use your for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center(www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form.

If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements.

You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the

court will dismiss the case.

AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales papa presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.

Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotasy los costos esentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el graveman de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

CASE NO: (Numero del Caso): 20CV00235 Pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure Section 872.320 (c), the following language shall be included in the publication of the Summons: “The Property which is the subject of this action is located at 708 East Haley Street, Santa Barbara, California.”

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 1100 ANACAPA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA 93121‑1107 The name, address, and telephone number of the plantiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): DATE: 1/13/2020. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer, Clerk, Sarah Sisto. Santa Barbara Superior Court, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107 Published June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2002

Request for Proposals DEI Consultant The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) requests proposals from qualified applicants for a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Consultant to support our organization in furthering principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion as they relate to HACSB practices, policies, and program delivery.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit detailed proposals that demonstrate their ability to provide the services described in the RFP packet. The RFP packet is available electronically on our website at www.hacsb.org/business-opportunities/, or by contacting Tiffany Carter at (805) 897-1031 or tcarter@hacsb.org.

Proposals are due no later than 5:00 pm on August 1, 2022.

NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS FOR THE 2022-2023 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, City of Goleta, CA PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Goleta (“CITY”), invites sealed bids for the above stated project and will receive such bids until 3:00 p.m. on July 7, 2022., via electronic transmission on the City of Goleta PlanetBids portal site which can be accessed at the CITY website link below, and will be publicly opened and posted promptly thereafter. Copies of the Contract Documents and Specifications are available from the CITY, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, California 93117 upon payment of a $50.00 non-refundable fee if picked up, or payment of a $60.00 non-refundable fee, if mailed or no payment to CITY if obtained from the CITY website at http://www.cityofgoleta.org/i-want-to/view/city-bid-opportunities.

The work includes all labor, material, supervision, plant, and equipment necessary to construct and deliver a finished 2022-2023 pavement rehabilitation project. Work includes placement of asphalt concrete (AC) pavement materials such as ARHM pavement overlay, AC mill and fill, and slurry seal; pulverizing, treating, removal and disposal of AC roadway section; replacement and compaction of subsurface material; setup and maintenance of traffic control systems; construction of concrete curb ramps & gutters, placement of crushed aggregate base and AC pavement; replacement of traffic striping and markings; and clean-up of project area; and other related work as necessary to provide a complete project. The contract period is Fifty (50) Working Days for the Base Bid, Cannon Green Neighborhood, consisting of Cannon Green Drive (Phelps Road to Hollister Avenue), Chapman Place (Cannon Green Drive to End), Davenport Road (West End Cul-De-Sac to East End Cul-De-Sac), Elmhurst Place (West End Cul-De-Sac to East End Cul-De-Sac), Freeman Place (West End Cul-De-Sac to East End Cul-De-Sac), Greensboro Street (East End Cul-De-Sac to Cannon Green Drive), and Hillsboro Street (Cannon Green Drive to East End Cul-De-Sac), Hillsboro Way (Hillsboro Street to Cul-DeSac), Lowell Way (Hollister Avenue to Lowell Way), Lowell Way (West End Cul-De-Sac to East fEnd Cul-De-Sac); Los Carneros Way (Calle Real to Cathedral Oaks Road); and Storke Road (Bollay Drive to Hollister Avenue); and additional days for Bid Alternates as follows: Alternate

Location

# of Working Days

Alternate A

Covington Neighborhood consisting of Camino Caseta, Caseta Way, Camino Laguna Vista, Camino Talavera, Camino Venturoso, Camino Viviente, Caroldale Lane, Covington Way

Twenty-five (25)

Alternate B

Padova Drive (Salisbury Avenue to San Rossano Drive)

Ten (10)

Alternate C

Padova Drive (Alpine Drive to Alameda Avenue)

Ten (10)

Alternate D

Armstrong Road (Reed Court to Mills Way)

Ten (10)

Alternate E

Hollister Avenue (West End to Cathedral Oaks Blvd)

Five (5)

Alternate F

Newport Drive, Palos Verdes Drive

Ten (10)

Alternate G

Phelps Road (Pacific Oaks Road to Storke Road)

Alternate H

Phelps Road (Storke Road to East End)

Alternate I

Cathedral Oaks Blvd (Evergreen Drive to Alameda Avenue)

Twenty-five (25) Ten (10) Twenty (20)

Alternate J

Tree Root Repairs – Various Streets

Five (5)

Alternate K

Storke Road (Hollister Avenue to US 101)

Ten (10)

A Pre-Bid Meeting is not scheduled for this project.

Bidders must be registered on the City of Goleta’s PlanetBids portal in order to receive addendum notifications and to submit a bid. Go to PlanetBids for bid results and awards. It is the responsibility of the bidder to submit the bid with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the bid opening date and time. Allow time for technical difficulties, uploading, and unexpected delays. Late or incomplete bids will not be accepted.

The bid must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of a money order, a certified cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond executed by an admitted surety, made payable to CITY. The bid security shall be an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total annual bid amount included with their proposals as required by California law.

Note: All bids must be accompanied by a scanned copy of the bid security uploaded to PlanetBids. The original security of the three (3) lowest bidders must be mailed to the office of the City Clerk at 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, California 93117, in a sealed envelope and be received or postmarked within three (3) City business days after the bid due date and time for the bid to be considered. The sealed envelope should be plainly marked on the outside, “SEALED BID SECURITY FOR 2022-2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project.”

The Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) per California Labor Code Section 1771.4, including prevailing wage rates and apprenticeship employment standards. Affirmative action to ensure against discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, The Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Indus color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion will also be required. The CITY hereby affirmatively ensures that Relations (DIR) per California Labor Code Section 1771.4, including prevailing wage rates all business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response this notice will not be discriminatio apprenticeship employment standards. to Affirmative actionand to ensure against discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex,ofor religion in any consideration employment practices on the basis race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion will be required. The CITY hereby affirmatively ensures that all business enterprises will be affo leading to the award of contract. full opportunity to submit bids in response to this notice and will not be discriminated against on A contract may only be awarded to the lowest responsive andcolor, responsible bidder that holds a valid Class “A” basis of race, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion in any consideration leading to award of contract.

Contractor’s license, Class “C” Electrical specialty, or specialty licensing in accordance with the provisions of the California Business and Professions Code.

A contract may only be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that holds a Class ”C-27 – Landscaping Contractor’s in accordance with the provision The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond andContractor” a Payment Bond license each in an amount the be California Code. shall be secured from a equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Each bond shall in theBusiness formsand setProfessions forth herein, surety company that meets all State of California bonding requirements, defined in Code of Civil Bond Procedure The successful Bidder will beas required to furnish a Performance and a Payment Bond e Section 995.120, and that is a California admitted surety insurer. in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Each bond shall be in the forms set forth he be secured from a surety company that meets all State of California bonding requireme Pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, shall all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be as defined in Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, and that is a California admitted su listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a contract to perform insurer. public work must be registered with the DIR. No Bid will be accepted, nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and subcontractors’ current to Labor Code sections andand 1771.1, contractors and subcontractors that registration with the DIR to perform public work. IfPursuant awarded a contract, the 1725.5 Bidder its all subcontractors, of to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a contract to perform public work mus any tier, shall maintain active registration with the DIR for the duration of the Project. Failure to provide proof registered with the DIR. No Bid will be accepted, nor any contract entered into, without proof o of the contractor’s current registration pursuant to contractor’s Labor Code Section 1725.5 result rejection of public the work. If awa and subcontractors’ currentmay registration withinthe DIR to perform bid as non-responsive. a contract, the Bidder and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with DIR for the duration of the Project. Failure to provide proof of the contractor’s current registra Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5 may result certain in rejectionsecurities of the bid as for non-responsive. funds withheld by CITY to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the CITY to Any protest to an intended award of this contract shall be made in writing addressed to the make payment of retention to an escrow agent.

Clerk prior to the award. Any protest may be considered and acted on by the City Council a Any protest to an intended award of this contract shall made in writing addressed to the City Clerk to for award, ple time be noticed for award of the contract.

To request a copy of the noticeprior of agenda contact 961-7505 register the CITY’sfor website (www.cityofgoleta.org the award. Any protest may be considered and acted on the

by City theClerk City(805) Council at or the timeonnoticed award of the contract. To request a copy of the notice of agenda for award, please contact the City Clerk (805) 961-7505 For information relating to the details of this Project and bidding requirements contact J. Paul M or register on the CITY’s website (www.cityofgoleta.org). in writing at pmedel@cityofgoleta.org.

For information relating to the details of this Project and bidding requirements contact Debbie Talarico in CITY OF GOLETA writing at dtalarico@cityofgoleta.org.

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