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Supes Pull Plug on Onshore Oil Industry by Nick Welsh +

Making

SBMA Director Amada Cruz Brings Monet, Matisse, and Art-for-All Ethos to Town by ELLA HEYDENFELDT photos by INGRID BOSTROM

No Kings Rally Draws Thousands by Jean Yamamura

Suspect in Grocery Store Attack Shot

Dead by Deputies by Ella Heydenfeldt

Impression

One Night, Two Roots Gospel Grammy Winners

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Sat, Oct 25 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall

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30th Anniversary

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In the Fiddler’s House

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Thu, Oct 30 / 7 PM / Granada Theatre

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West Coast Premiere

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Editor

Executive Editor Nick Welsh Senior Editor Tyler Hayden Senior Writer Matt Kettmann

Associate Editor Jackson Friedman Opinions Editor Jean Yamamura

Arts, Culture, and Community Editor Leslie Dinaberg Calendar Editor Terry Ortega

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SBMA Director Amada Cruz Brings Monet, Matisse, and Art-for-All Ethos to Town

by Ella Heydenfeldt |

by Terry Ortega

As our Best of Santa Barbara® issue hit the stands, the Indy team got ready to roll the celebration into the night at Best Fest. The Santa Barbara Historical Museum was lit up with the sun setting on the disco ball as the doors opened, bringing together winners, finalists, runners-up, business owners, decision makers, and you, our readers!

This year, we brought together 600 guests to celebrate the end of our readers’ poll with some of the best food and drinks from around Santa Barbara, dancing to beats by DJ Darla Bea (who celebrated her 10th win), and enjoying entertainment such as Live Art Printing from MindGarden, who printed a design from Wilder Animal Hospital; a fancy vintage car from Milpas Motors; and two photobooths with FSU Events. And the fun didn’t stop there there were also books from Chaucer’s up for grabs and prizes and giveaways from The Closet Trading Co. and The Hall Team. The Indy team had the best night celebrating with you at Best Fest, and we hope you did too! Read more at Independent.com.

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County of Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPEALS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF THE CHANGE OF OWNER, OPERATOR, AND GUARANTOR FOR THE SANTA YNEZ UNIT, POPCO GAS PLANT, AND LAS FLORES PIPELINE SYSTEM FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN PERMITS.

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

County Administration Building Board Hearing Room, Fourth Floor 105 East Anapamu Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Hearing begins at 9:00 A.M

On November 4, 2025, the Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing to consider the following:

The appellants, the Center for Biological Diver sity together with the Wishtoyo Foundation, and the Environmental Defense Center together with Get Oil Out! and the Santa Barbara County Action Network, request that the Board of Supervisors consider the appeals (Case No. 24APL00025 and 24APL-00026) of the Planning Commission’s October 30, 2024 approval of the following County permit transfers:

 A Change of Owner, Operator, and Guarantor of the onshore Santa Ynez facilities, County permit No. 87-DP-32cz (RV06), from ExxonMobil to Sable;

 A Change of Operator and Guarantor of the POPCO Gas Plant, County permit No. 93-FDP015 (AM03), from ExxonMobil to Sable; and

 A Change of Operator and Guarantor of the Las Flores Pipeline System, County permit No. 88-DPF-033 (RV01)z, 88-CP-60 (RV01)(88-DPF-25cz;85-DP-66cz; 83-DP-25cz), from ExxonMobil Pipeline Company to Sable (Operator), and ExxonMobil to Sable (Guarantor).

The proposed permit transfers are for existing oil and gas facilities that are permitted to operate under the associated County permits. The requests are to transfer existing permits to a new Owner, Operator, and/or Guarantor, and not for the transfer of the underlying assets themselves. This matter was previously considered by the Board of Supervisors on February 25, 2025.

For additional information on the permit transfer requests, please contact Case Planner Errin Briggs at ebriggs@countyofsb.org.

For current methods of public participation for the meeting of November 4, 2025, please see https://ca-santabarbaracounty.civicplus.pro/2836/Board-of-Supervisors-Methods-of-Particip or page two (2) of the posted agenda. The posted agenda will provide a more specific time for this item. However, the order of the agenda may be rearranged, or the item may be continued.

Staff reports and the posted agenda are available on the Thursday prior to the meeting at https://santabarbara.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx under the hearing date or contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240 for alternative options.

Attendance and participation by the public is invited and encouraged. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, American Sign Language interpreters, sound enhancement equipment, and/or another request for disability accommodation may be arranged by contacting the Clerk of the Board by 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the Board meeting. For information about these services please contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240 or at sbcob@countyofsb.org.

If you challenge the project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Board of Supervisors at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Endorsement

Vote Yes on Prop 50

Authorize Temporary Changes to Congressional District Maps in Response to Texas’s Partisan Redistricting

On the ballot, Prop 50 is formally called “The Election Rigging Response Act.” We could more accurately call it “The Temporary Emergency Gerrymandering Act.”

If passed, Prop 50 would allow California to bypass the state’s nonpartisan commission that redraws congressional districts’ boundary lines. The commission was approved by voters in a 2008 election and is now mandated by our state’s Constitution.

If Prop 50 is passed, the Governor and Legislature would be allowed to redraw or gerrymander the map, to create five additional congressional districts that would favor Democratic candidates based on party registrations.

Yes, this is political gerrymandering, just as its critics claim. And it sets aside, for five years, the reform-minded nonpartisan commission.

But President Donald Trump has called on Republican governors across the country to redraw their own congressional maps to give him and his MAGA movement in the 2026 midterm elections the seats needed to continue to control Congress. Right now, Republicans enjoy only a precarious threevote advantage in a bitterly divided House of Representatives.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott was the first to answer Trump’s call by redrawing the Lone Star State’s congressional map in what he hopes will add five additional Republican seats. Other Republican-controlled states are following suit.

California’s Governor Gavin Newsom responded by unveiling a competing gerrymandering plan. But unlike Texas where the governor has unilateral authority Newsom needs a vote of the people to set aside the independent commission. Hence, Proposition 50.

True, the five additional Democratic Congressional seats Newsom hopes will result if Prop 50 passes will not be enough to shift the balance of power in the House. Other Democratic states will have to join in. Without the five additional Democratic seats that California could deliver, however, the chances of any success are grimly remote.

But is it worth putting the California nonpartisan commission on hold for five years? The Independent strongly endorsed that reform measure when it was on the ballot in 2008. So, there’s nothing light, flippant, or heedless about our endorsement of Prop 50.

Why now?

It appears to us that the real agenda of this President of the United States and his MAGA movement is to inflame our already divided country, celebrate chaos, destroy our institutions, and stamp out contrary thought. If we don’t agree with him, we don’t belong here.

Right now, Trump enjoys absolute control of the White House, Congress, and the Senate, and with few notable exceptions, he holds absolute sway over the Supreme Court.

France’s absolute monarch Louis XIV’s famous remark, “L’etat, c’est moi,” springs disturbingly to mind. Only the French

could give the sounds of dictatorship a charming ring. But the only ringing we hear from our burgeoning dictator are alarm bells.

When the president and his “secretary of war” convened a gathering of 800 of the nation’s highest-ranking military leaders this month, they warned the officers to be on guard against what they called “the enemy from within.”

Trump suggested that U.S. cities such as Los Angeles, Portland, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., were “dangerous cities” and should be used as “training grounds” for our military. The people living in these American cities are “no different than a foreign enemy, but more difficult in many ways because they don’t wear uniforms.”

No other president, in this century or the last, has been so eager to dispatch American troops U.S. Marines and members of the National Guard to occupy the streets of American cities.

It’s notable that all the mayors of the cities mentioned are Democrats. And it’s notable that all the cities have large populations of non-white residents.

“The enemy from within?”

We share many of the concerns raised by critics of Prop 50. Truly, we sympathize. Today, however, no other credible force exists to check a government so unhinged and unbalanced. We urge a yes vote on Proposition 50. Sometimes, in desperate times, desperate acts are needed. And we believe desperate times are upon us. n

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Thousands Turn Out for No Kings Rally

Abrilliant fall day burned down on thousands of people in Santa Barbara’s Alameda Park taking part in one of several No Kings rallies around the country on Saturday afternoon. Across the nation and around the world, more than 2,600 protests were ongoing in protest of Donald Trump’s autocratic presidency, said Myra Paige, who kicked off the rally for Indivisible Santa Barbara. She spoke of the cruelty Trump was inflicting on Americans and how he’d destroyed democracy in only 10 months, cracking down on immigration and sending National Guard troops into cities with Democrat mayors, and causing the federal shutdown, the loss of grants and funding to universities and healthcare, and the hollowing out of federal agencies.

“Not one Republican will stand up to him for the country they serve,” said Paige. “We are not drifting toward authoritarianism. We are there.”

A theme for the rally was the upcoming elections: “The 2026 election is our chance to get on an even footing in Congress,” said Paige. “Vote Yes on Prop 50!” (The November 4 ballot measure would redraw California electoral districts to add more Democrats to the U.S. House of Representatives. Texas has enacted a similar redistricting, but to add Republican seats.)

Congressmember Salud Carbajal and Assemblymember Gregg Hart followed with their own pro–Prop 50 remarks before two stalwarts of the current immigration

fray Julissa Peña of the Immigration Legal Defense Center and Primitiva Hernandez of 805 UndocuFund spoke powerfully of the families and individuals disappearing overnight, a “state-sanctioned cruelty masquerading as national security,” Peña called it. Up next was Jenna Tosh, CEO of Planned Parenthood’s California Central Coast chapter, who spoke of the myriad healthcare services at risk. UCSB grad student Madeline Vailhe continued the healthcare thread, recounting not only the losses in health-related research at the university but the continuity in researchers, as well.

Once the march toward De la Guerra Plaza began, there was no getting across

Street. A solid 12 blocks of a colorful, sign-carrying stream of people, frogs, dogs, and dinosaurs walked and rolled downhill as police officers held back cross traffic. Indivisible S.B. estimated that as many as 10,000 people took part in this latest demonstration to defeat authoritarianism. The national Indivisible organization announced nearly seven million people took part in the U.S., “14 times larger than both of President Trump’s presidential inaugurations combined.”

—Jean Yamamura

the full story and see more photos at independent.com/news

Aby Nick Welsh

fter a genuinely epic meeting overflowing with heartfelt testimony and even more heartfelt emotion from all sides of the oil issue, the Santa Barbara County supervisors voted 3-2 to start the process of pulling the plug on onshore oil industry, an industry with roots in Santa Barbara dating back close to 150 years.

On one side was the issue of climate change, expressed with naked existential urgency by many speakers but perhaps most sweepingly by Supervisor Joan Hartmann. On the other side, were the scores of oil company workers and their families, giving a human face to an industry otherwise represented in government meetings by attorneys paid $700 an hour or more.

Matching Hartmann’s ferocious passion was Supervisor Bob Nelson, who recounted

growing up the child of a single mom who worked in the oil industry. The oil industry was not his donor base, Nelson stressed; its workers were his constituents and friends, and he was going to fight as hard for them as supervisors Hartmann, Laura Capps, and Roy Lee were going to fight to phase them out of business.

For all meeting’s emotional intensity, the testimony and the deliberations were markedly civil, though at times the questions got pointed. In a nutshell, the supervisors voted 3-2 to ban the issuance of any new well permits for onshore oil operations in Santa Barbara County. That ordinance will take at least a year to wind its way through the county’s process, but that’s just the easy part.

The hard part maybe an impossible part is to phase out all the existing oil operations. That will take three years at the very

soonest and will require the expenditure of what might be $2 million the cash-strapped county now looking at laying off more than 100 full-time employee positions does not now have.

The most critical study will attempt to determine how many additional years

COUNTY

The Isla Vista Community Services District (IVCSD) will receive a $300,000 loan to enforce parking in Isla Vista after the county supervisors unanimously approved the loan on 10/21. In a press release, Supervisor Laura Capps, who sponsored the item, cited I.V.’s congested parking conditions, including dangerous conditions like cars parked in red zones and in front of fire hydrants and driveways. The loan comes from the Isla Vista In-Lieu Parking Fund. With this money, the IVCSD will establish a parking compliance program, enforcing rules and regulations on county roads.

COURTS & CRIME

Kevin Benitez-Carbajal, 24, was charged with nine felonies after allegedly striking a police officer with a stolen car while attempting to elude capture on the 1100 block of Mercedes Lane on 10/18. Police tasered and arrested Benitez-Carbajal in “a brief struggle” before booking him in county jail, where he is being held without bail. The injured officer was treated for minor injuries and released from Cottage Hospital. Benitez-Carbajal’s charges include assault on a peace officer with a deadly weapon, battery causing injury to a peace officer, vandalism, resisting an officer, and taking a vehicle without consent. The complaint also includes a special allegation of serious felony and outlines numerous aggravating factors, such as great bodily harm, use of force, and the defendant’s extensive criminal record, which includes vehicle theft, drug possession, possession of a controlled substance while armed, and felony hit-and-run resulting in injury or death.

An Audi sedan collided with a tree near the Santa Barbara Bowl around 12:30 a.m. on 10/19, sending all four people to the hospital with minor to moderate injuries and landing the teenage driver in police custody. According to S.B. police, the vehicle was heading eastbound on Anapamu Street when the driver failed to make the sharp 90-degree turn onto Milpas Street and struck a tree. The driver, Sebastian Escamilla Lopez, 18, was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI and felony child endangerment due to one of the passengers being a minor. Police said the driver will be booked into county jail following medical treatment.

S.B. High School was placed on a temporary precautionary “hold” 10/17 after school staff looking into an on-campus incident found one student in possession of an unspecified weapon. Police arrived at the campus to help investigate the incident when school staff, who had taken the weapon from the first student, learned that a second student may have also been armed, at which point all classrooms, all students, and all staff were ordered to stay in place. After officers found the second student unarmed and no further threat to campus safety, the temporary hold was lifted, and school resumed for the day. School officials and police did not describe the incident or provide details about the number of students that may have been involved. No injuries or arrests were reported. This is being investigated as an isolated incident. n

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State St. Switcheroo

New Consultant Hired for Master Plan as Councilmembers Express Frustration with Prolonged Process

Iby Ryan P. Cruz

n a rare unanimous decision on State Street, the Santa Barbara City Council approved a plan to terminate the contract with the MIG the consultant originally hired at a cost of $780,000 to handle the State Street Master Plan to change course and bring in world-renowned architect and urban planner Stefanos Polyzoides, known as “the Godfather of New Urbanism,” to lead the city through the final planning stages.

Councilmembers and city staff considered the consultant swap a smart move, noting Polyzoides’s reputation as dean of the School of Architecture at the University of Notre Dame, cofounder of the Congress of New Urbanism, and planner behind both Pasadena’s Civic Center Master Plan and the Downtown Los Angeles Strategic Plan.

“I feel like this is finally a group that is going to deliver in a way that we haven’t seen before,” State Street Master Planner Tess Harris said during Tuesday’s council meeting.

Harris was quick to address the community frustration that came from the long, drawn-out planning process for the State Street Master Plan. “I share that frustration, I really do, and I would like to see this project move forward,” she said.

While the council did not make any major changes those decisions would be made after the city completed its circulation and public safety study they unanimously agreed to end the contract with MIG, which was paid $510,000 to complete the design framework, surveys, analysis, and multiple early drafts of the State Street Master Plan. The city will now reallocate the remaining $210,000 from the previous contract, plus an additional $135,000 already set aside for State Street planning, to the new consultant, Moule & Polyzoides.

Harris explained that the previous consultant didn’t quite meet the city’s expectations, and city administrative staff made the decision that the best option would be to replace the consultant with a team that can bring a completed draft of the master plan

to the public and city council in early 2026. Although the council did not officially discuss the traffic plans for State Street, representatives from the two downtown organizations revealed input from their respective petitions during public comment.

Tristan Miller of Strong Town Santa Barbara said the group’s online petition garnered 1,750 signatures, and an in-person petition at the Saturday Farmers’ Market netted another 1,000. After accounting for duplicate signatures, the organization said it had at least 2,500 residents from all across the city in support of a permanent, car-free State Street.

Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association Executive Director Robin Elander said she received more than 820 signatures in less than two weeks, representing residents, business operators, real estate professionals, and property owners who support a one-way traffic configuration with a “balanced, flexible design that advances economic vitality and restores a thriving downtown for everyone.”

Councilmember Mike Jordan supported the plan for the new consultant, but warned that the city needed to make a clear decision on the short-term plans for downtown.

“If we don’t have wins pretty soon, all we’re doing is bolstering the negative association with this process,” he said.

Mayor Randy Rowse echoed the frustration with the lack of progress with State Street and the impact on local businesses.

“We’ve really hurt our credibility with the public in general,” he said. “It’s not producing the economy we need. And we can sit around and do polls and stuff all day long, but just go ask the county appraiser what these buildings are doing, and ask all the real estate guys what they’re charging per square foot rent, and ask them how many people turned down leases because it’s a closed street.”

The council approved the new consultant contract, with direction to return for a discussion on short-term solutions after the city completes its study on circulation and public safety. n

Santa Barbara City Council terminated the contract with consultants from MIG to bring in world-renowned planner Stefanos Polyzoides to lead the final stretch of the State Street Master Plan.

Missing Lompoc Girl Last Seen Oct. 7

The 9-year-old missing Lompoc child

Melodee Buzzard was with her mother as recently as October 7, said the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office in a press release on Monday. The Sheriff’s Office said that Melodee’s mother, Ashlee Buzzard, may have driven her daughter in a white Chevrolet Malibu outside of the county, to as far as Nebraska. Detectives determined the car was a rental with license plate number 9MNG101.

The Sheriff’s Office says that Buzzard is uncooperative and has not provided detectives information on Melodee’s current location. Lizabeth Meza, who identified herself as Melodee’s aunt, according to the Santa Ynez Valley News, said on social media that Melodee’s mother is mentally unstable and that she has not seen Melodee for more than four years.

The Sheriff’s Office began investigating Melodee’s disappearance on October 14 after Lompoc Unified School District notified law enforcement that Melodee had not been attending school. The school district said in its own press release last Friday that Buzzard and Melodee visited Mission Valley Independent Study School in August of this year to register Melodee. Mission Valley provides independent study programs offered through the school district.

The press release said that when a family fails to pick up assignments for the student, the student is referred back to their local public school. That school reaches out to complete enrollment and then follows mandatory truancy procedures if a child does not attend, according to the press release. The Santa Barbara County Education Office said that Buzzard was most recently enrolled at Buena Vista Elementary.

It is currently unclear what the timeline was for the truancy checks, although the press release said that if students do not attend school, checks include phone calls, letters, emails, and home visits. The school district said they are not providing further comments at this time and directed media inquiries to law enforcement. Law enforcement said it could not comment on the school’s action.

The Sheriff’s Office asked people not to conduct their own investigations, as they can unintentionally interfere with investigations already in progress. It said that anyone who has seen Melodee or has had contact with Ashlee Buzzard since October 7 contact the Sheriff’s Criminal Investigations Division at (805) 681-4150. You can give anonymous tips at (805) 681-4171 or online at sbsheriff.org/home/anonymous-tip/.

—Christina McDermott

Deputies Fatally Shoot Man in Altercation at Ralphs COURTS & CRIME

Aman is dead after Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies opened fire on the suspect in an assault with a deadly weapon that took place inside Ralphs grocery store in the Magnolia Shopping Center Monday afternoon.

At 2:39 p.m. on October 20, sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a man “actively assaulting a victim with a weapon” inside the store located at 5170 Hollister Avenue, in the unincorporated area known as Noleta.

“What is immediately clear is that deputies contacted the adult male suspect inside the store and attempted to apprehend him; however, there was an altercation, and the suspect was shot,” said sheriff’s spokesperson Raquel Zick in a press release. “Deputies were not physically harmed, and the suspect was pronounced deceased at the scene.”

The type of weapon used in the initial assault has not been confirmed. Employees told other media outlets they heard several shots and mentioned a possible stabbing, but that detail has not been verified by authorities.

The California Highway Patrol assisted with securing the scene and briefly shut down the shopping center, which reopened around 3:30 p.m. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Ralphs employees were sent home for the day and instructed not to return until Tuesday. No deputies were injured. The Sheriff-Coroner’s Bureau arrived at the scene just after 4 p.m.

The identity of the deceased man has not yet been released, and detectives with the Sheriff’s Office are continuing their investigation. —EllaHeydenfeldt

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This photo of Melodee Buzzard was taken two years ago.

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Deputies shot and killed an assault suspect inside the Ralphs in the Magnolia Shopping Center on Monday.

Gustave Caillebotte, The Path in the Garden

Like Monet, Gustave Caillebotte was a devoted gardener, designing the lush beds at his country estate that became the subject of this work. Though often dismissed as a wealthy hobbyist, Caillebotte’s inheritance sustained the Impressionist movement when few others believed in it. His bequest of paintings to the French state, initially rejected as too radical, helped shape the world’s great public collections of Impressionism, even as his own reputation faded into the background for decades. This work is now on view at SBMA as part of The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse from the Dallas Museum of Art.

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Sheriff Staying Mum on ICE Activities

Sheriff Bill Brown notified the Santa Barbara County supervisors he would not comply with their recent request to keep them apprised of any specifics relating to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities in Santa Barbara County. To do so, the Sheriff wrote, could be “construed as obstruction of justice under federal law.”

Brown had informed the supervisors that ICE officials did, in fact, contact his office in advance of ICE actions to let him know when immigration enforcement efforts were taking place within county jurisdiction. This is part of a policy known as “deconfliction,” in which federal agencies with law enforcement powers notify their local counterparts to minimize the potential for conflict and violence.

Brown made it clear in a memo he sent the Supervisors on October 14 that he would not provide the supervisors any information relating to the number of federal actions, the dates, the locations “or other specifics relating to these operations.” The sheriff added, “Disclosing such information, either prospectively or retroactively, could interfere with ongoing federal prosecutions.”

Up on the fourth floor of the County Administration Building, where the supervisors and their staffs work, Brown’s remarks elicited some vexed head scratching as to how the release of basic, after-the-fact information could compromise ongoing investi-

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gations. But given that the same attorney’s office that represents the supervisors also represents the sheriff, it’s doubtful much will come from that.

In addition, Brown notified the supervisors both times “respectfully” that he would not be complying with a recently passed state law, Senate Bill 627, requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification badges and to not wear masks that covered their faces. Brown cited two court cases one a Supreme Court case dating back to 1890 that affirmed state and local law enforcement authorities cannot prosecute or interfere with federal officers while acting in their official capacity.

Many elected officials who supported of SB 627 recognized these judicial constraints even as they voted for the measure but cited more recent court rulings since overturned holding that the manner in which ICE raids were conducted was tantamount to racial profiling. The appeals court judge ruled that the color of one’s skin, the language one spoke, and one’s tendency to work in a car wash did not constitute reasonable grounds of suspicion to stop and detain anyone.

“We value our collaborative relationship with the Board of Supervisors,” Brown wrote, “and appreciate your understanding of these legal and operational constraints.”

—Nick Welsh

Jailhouse Deaths to Undergo Independent Review

One year from now, Santa Barbara County and 47 other counties in the state will have to change the way they investigate deaths in custody because of a bill authored by State Assemblymember Gregg Hart and just signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.

As outlined by Hart, gone are the days when the county sheriff and county coroner are the same person, at least when it comes to deaths in custody. In those cases, Hart’s bill, the FACTS Act, will require the county sheriff to contract out for the services of an independent third-party medical examiner to avoid what he and the Santa Barbara County Grand Jury in 2023 described as “an inherent conflict of interest.” It’s inherently unreasonable, Hart and several other speakers said, to allow the people in charge of jailhouses to investigate the cause, manner, and circumstances of jailhouse deaths when their oversight and management may have contributed to the deaths in question. Hart’s bill had been opposed in the legislature by law enforcement organizations and by families of people who died in custody. The latter demanded that each county have its own coroner’s office, separate and distinct from their sheriff’s office. Local government opposed this because of the high costs involved, and law enforcement agencies dismissed the idea, as Sheriff Bill

Brown did when the grand jury first recommended this fix, as “a solution in search of problem.” Brown noted that the county’s forensic pathologist had 33 years of medical experience, performed 2,000 autopsies, and had rendered expert testimony in 100 trials. Any perceived conflict of interest, he said, would be strictly hypothetical and not born of actual facts.

By allowing counties to contract out the services of a medical examiner on an as-needed basis as Hart’s bill mandates local governments already straining under chronic budget shortfalls would not be saddled with the considerable added costs of a brand-new department.

The bill which covers state prisons and those who died while in the custody office goes into effect January 2027.

—Nick Welsh

Assemblymember Gregg Hart announces Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signing of the FACTS Act on Oct. 15.

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Air Force Approves Doubling SpaceX Launches to 100 a Year

Over the objections of state regulators, the Department of the Air Force has approved SpaceX’s proposal to double its launch rate at Vandenberg Space Force Base from 50 launches a year to 100 and begin using a second launch pad for the company’s hulking Falcon Heavy rockets.

The newly announced record of decision (ROD) came after the Air Force released a final environmental impact statement about SpaceX’s proposed rampup of activities at Vandenberg. The Federal Aviation Administration, which licenses commercial launches, will now conduct its own analysis and issue “an independent ROD based on its conclusions,” Air Force officials said.

The Falcon Heavy, one of the world’s most powerful rockets, is composed of three reusable nine-engine cores that generate more than 5 million pounds of thrust at liftoff, equal to about eighteen 747 passenger planes. By mass, it is approximately three times larger than SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rockets that have been used at Vandenberg thus far.

The Air Force concluded that noise from launches and sonic booms “may cause annoyance to building occupants” in Lompoc the community closest to the launch sites but said the disruption would not have “significant impacts.”

The federal approval overrides opposition from the California Coastal Commission, which voted in August against the doubling of launches. “The commission lacks critical information necessary to determine whether the proposed project would be consistent with the enforceable policies of the [California Coastal Management Program] focused on the protection of sensitive marine and terrestrial species and habitats,” the commission’s staff report stated.

The Coastal Commission’s resistance, however, was all for not as the Air Force argued that launch operations at Vandenberg are a federal activity exempt from state oversight. State officials counter that the majority of SpaceX launches are commercial missions, including Starlink deployments for the private space company.

—Tyler Hayden

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existing operators will be allowed to stay in business so they can recoup their investment costs, their operating costs, their shutdown expenses, and a reasonable rate of return. In addition, the study will make the same reckoning for private landowners who’ve leased their land to such oil operations and stand to see their cash flow dry up when the drilling eventually stops, which would likely be in the neighborhood of 20 years.

That is if the supervisors can successfully defend themselves against the blizzard of lawsuits they were warned Tuesday would be coming their way.

To turn the tide of history is an exceptionally heavy lift and one county planning staff let the supervisors know could easily induce the professional equivalent of a hernia on the county’s limited resources. The magic word

Motel Residents to Get Booted?

The Farmhouse Motel is a bright, baby-blue set of buildings on the north end of one of Buellton’s main thoroughfares, Avenue of Flags. For decades, its owner, Kerry Moriarty, has operated the motel as apartments for lowincome people. That includes folks like Guy Maler, a 14-year resident who lives on about $1,200 each month. Maler is disabled and lives in a room retrofitted for his use.

On October 23, Buellton’s City Council will vote to advance a law that would require the Farmhouse and motels like it to convert back to short-term stays, as they were zoned. The move comes as part of a goal to revitalize the avenue, a more than 65-year effort, according to City Manager Scott Wolfe.

For Maler and other residents like him, the change would mean leaving his home

The ordinance itself would allow six months for motels to convert. If a tenant put their name on a waiting list for any affordable housing in this six-month time period, the ordinance would allow an additional six months for those tenants before they would be required to move. The ordinance was first introduced and then amended this summer; it’s being read again because City Councilmember Carla Mead has just started her term.

Moriarty said his motel is a public benefit. Some of his tenants live there long-term, while others are getting back on their feet. He said he doesn’t look too hard at credit; in some cases, he takes on folks with no security deposit, and that currently, three formerly homeless people live in the motel.

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“[The ordinance] really goes against the California state mandate of preserving all affordable housing to prevent homelessness,” he said.

Mayor David Silva said the city aims to help motel residents apply to a place at one of three new affordable housing complexes Polo Village, Buellton Garden Apartments, and Village Senior Apartments, all slated to be open by the time they would have to move. Silva said the city started with Polo Village, which opened in August, and supported efforts to get folks living on Avenue of Flags to apply.

The affordable housing complexes would offer services motels may not, connecting people to healthcare, veterans’ services, and social services if they need them, said Buellton Mayor David Silva.

Sable Loses Major Courtroom Battle

Last Wednesday, Santa Barbara Judge Thomas Anderle ruled against Sable Offshore in its long-festering, highstakes showdown with the California Coastal Commission over major repair work the company did on its oil pipeline up the Gaviota Coast. In 27 pages, Judge Anderle painstakingly explained why he concluded that Sable was, in fact, required to get development permits from the Coastal Commission. This means that the work the company has done to date has been in violation of the California Coastal Act, which governs development along the state’s coast.

of the State Fire Marshal will not be able to approve Sable’s application to restart production and pumping through the pipeline. Without the ability conduct repairs, Krop reckoned, Sable would not be able to operate.

While the ruling does not totally resolve the matter of the $18 million fine imposed by the Coastal Commission against Sable, that fine remains very much a live issue with this ruling. Likewise, the ruling doesn’t automatically strike Sable’s $347 million damages claim against the Coastal Commission, but that claim’s chances appear highly unlikely.

bantered around by both sides was that of “transitional.”

With or without the county’s action, gas consumption in the state of California has been dwindling steadily for nearly 20 years. With the arrival of electric cars, that pace has accelerated. Yes, Governor Gavin Newsom has been warning the state about an impending refinery capacity crisis and gas prices of $8 to $10 a gallon. But Santa Barbara’s oil, said to be thicker than peanut butter and infused with a high sulfur content, accounts of only 1.6 percent of the state’s total oil supply. If that goes gradually away, the supervisors were told, that won’t make or break California’s refinery capacity one way or the other. But for the 56 people who testified for and against oil it meant everything. n

As a practical matter, the implications of the ruling are wide open to conflicting interpretations. Jim Flores, Sable CEO, issued a press release stating, “Although the tentative ruling is very disappointing, it has no impact on Sable’s business strategy of either resuming petroleum production through the Las Flores Pipeline System or selling its Santa Ynez Unit petroleum through an offshore storage and treatment facility.” Sable has vowed to appeal Anderle’s ruling.

On the flip side, Linda Krop, attorney for the Environmental Defense Center, which is leading the legal charge against Sable’s efforts to restart production, stated that the ruling leaves intact the injunction the Coastal Commission secured blocking Sable from doing any more repair work until it gets the necessary permits. As long as that injunction remains intact, Krop suggested, the Office

In the meantime, Sable has announced it is seeking federal approval to bypass the pipeline altogether by locating an offshore storage and treatment facility in federal waters and tankering its oil to refineries of its choosing. Should Anderle’s ruling hold, Sable’s stated interest in the offshore option will all but certainly grow louder.

The next court date on the matter is December 3. At that point, Anderle will address Sable’s motion to compel the Coastal Commission to turn over internal memos and documents that company officials believe will reveal an intensity of bias and hostility by Coastal Commission staff that would buttress the company’s claim for damages. But with Anderle’s ruling that the Coastal Commission does, in fact, have jurisdiction, the other side will argue such issues have been rendered moot.

—Nick Welsh and Callie Fausey

—Christina McDermott

Kerry Moriarty has developed multiple properties in Buellton and rents to low-income people at his Farmhouse Motel.

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2025 California Building Standards Codes with Local Amendments to Chapter 10 of the Santa Barbara County Code Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Board of Supervisors Hearing Room County Administration Bu ilding, Fourth Floor 105 East Anapamu Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Hearing begins at 9:00 A.M

On November 4, 2025, the Board of Supervisors (Board) will conduct a public hearing to consider the adoption of local amendments to Chapter 10 Building Regulations, of the Santa Barbara County Code, to align with the 2025 California Building Sta ndards Code (California Code of Regulations Title 24) update.

Every three years, the California Building Sta ndards Commission adopts the California Building Standards Code. Local governments or jurisdiction s can modify the code to add more restrictive provisions based on their specific local geologic, climatic, and topographic conditions. The County’s proposed local amendments to Chapter 10 will become effective on January 1, 2026. Projects submitted for a permit on or after January 1, 2026, must be designed to the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code as adopted and amended by Chapter 10. Amendments that address local topographic and climatic conditions, which create fire hazards, high wind, and seismicity, are being carried forward from the current local amendments.

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This line of work isn’t easy, especially in a small community. But I do it because I care—about people, about honesty, and about keeping our community running. My team and I are committed to treating every person who walks through our doors with respect, integrity, and genuine care.

To all my customers: thank you for trusting us year after year.

To my incredible staff: thank you for standing with me every step of the way.

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LOOK UP: I got one step out my kitchen door when the sky exploded. A shrieking mass of black wings, beady eyes, long beaks. A murder of crows? This sounded more like a massacre

I had my dog on a leash. Good thing. Not even 18 inches away, a thick-in-theshoulders coyote ambled by. Stapled to every nearby telephone pole was a picture of someone’s missing pet. Clearly, the crows got the memo. The coyote a study in practiced nonchalance took it all in. He vanished. But on his own terms. And in his own good time.

What was this, I wondered after, some kind of parable? Who knew. I had a dog to walk.

This past Saturday, those crows came to mind as I joined 13,000 people at Alameda Park for the No Kings rally. The weird genius of these events is how they bring out laughter along with outrage. But the message, predictably, was undeniably grim “We are no longer slouching toward authoritarianism ,” we heard. “We have already arrived.” Who walks away from that feeling uplifted? Thirteen thousand crows?

Crows, it turns out, have a sense of humor . They play pranks. They mimic each other. And other animals. So too in his own stunted, angry, 14-year-old-boy

Every Day Has Its Dog

way does Donald Trump . Seven million people in 2,700 cities marched against him? “Who cares?” retorted his spokesperson to The New York Times.

But that wasn’t sufficient for our thinskinned Beavis and Butt-Head in Chief Deploying all the wonders of AI, he launched a video of himself wearing a crown in the cockpit of a Top Gun jet fighter from whence he dropped a bomb of an unnamed fecal brown bodily fluid on the denizens of New York City.

Thirteen thousand crows?

As invigorating and uplifting as the No Kings rally was, it could have stood a few less familiar speakers. Someone from the Chamber of Commerce, perhaps, to explain how tourist traffic in the City of Santa Barbara has been dropping for the past three months, 25 percent this September from the previous month. The big drop was in international tourists particularly those from Canada who tend to stay longer and spend more.

Or maybe someone from the California Highway Patrol could have elaborated on how clumps of metal shrapnel from a prematurely exploding live howitzer shell shot over the I-5 earlier that day over the vehement objections of Governor Gavin Newsom and rained down on two CHP vehicles as part of the 250th birthday cel-

ebration of the Marine Corps held at Camp Pendleton.

Newsom had been derided as a nervous Nellie for causing hour-long traffic delays when everyone knew how safe it is to fire 60 live shells two feet long and six inches in diameter over a crowded freeway.

JD Vance presided over the celebration. Like the crows, I guess, JD Vance also seems to enjoy a good prank.

Speaking of fun pranks, I was kind of expecting some masked ICE agents to detain Dodger great Shohei Ohtani on the mound this weekend. Baseball, after all, is America’s national pastime. What’s he doing out there?

Yes, Ohtani threw 10 strikeouts and hit three home runs one over the roof and into the next time zone but the fact is, he remains a foreign national. Yes, he has a green card, but if ICE agents can shoot a Chicago pastor in the head with pepper balls in plain view his arms outstretched and palms facing upward in prayerful supplication then who knows what ICE considers fair game.

Now that the World Series will pit Dodgers against the Blue Jays from Toronto (not an American team, for those rusty with their geography), the America Firsters might have a hard time knowing who to root for. And wait ’til they see the All-NBA A-team this

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION will hold a virtual public hearing starting at 9:00 am, Thursday, November 6, 2025

The Coastal Commission meeting will be a hybrid meeting occurring both in-person and virtually through video and teleconference. Please see the Coastal Commission’s Virtual Hearing Procedures posted on the Coastal Commission’s webpage at www.coastal.ca.gov/mtgcurr.html for details on the procedures of this hearing. If you would like to receive a paper copy of the Coastal Commission’s Virtual Hearing Procedures, please call 415-904-5202. The in-person hearing will be held at Holiday Inn Downtown Sacramento, located at 300 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

The public hearing will act on the following item of local interest:

Item Th11a: County of Santa Barbara Local Coastal Program Amendment No. LCP-4-STB-24-0028-1-Part B (Housing Element Update/Rezones). Public hearing and action on County of Santa Barbara’s request to amend the Land Use Plan (LUP) and Implementation Plan/Coastal Zoning Ordinance (IP/CZO) portions of its certified Local Coastal Program to rezone sites to comply with the County’s Housing Element Update and establish a new Design Residential (DR) zoning designation and associated permit requirements and development standards.

Check the Coastal Commission’s website for the staff report and more meeting information at www.coastal.ca.gov/mtgcurr.html

year. Looks like there won’t be one native born-in-the-U.S.A. basketball player on it. We act like this is something new, but it was a Ukrainian immigrant named Bronko Nagurski who first put professional football on the pop culture map back in the 1930s, and it was a couple of Hungarian immigrants in the 1960s brothers Charlie and Pete Gogolak who revolutionized the NFL by introducing soccer-style kicking for field goals.

Hell, when I call someone to fix my refrigerator, it’s always someone from Russia or Ukraine who shows up. I’m afraid to ask which for fear of triggering an international incident. If you frequent a liquor store in Santa Barbara, the owner is Syrian; if you patronize a classic doughnut shop, you’re buying from Cambodians. If you get your nails done, it’s in a Vietnamese establishment. And don’t ask me where America’s Nobel Prize winners come from, but I can tell you that 35 to 40 percent of them come from someplace else. And if you watch Point Break, one of the greatest bad movies America ever made, you’re watching a Canadian movie star, Keanu Reeves Keanu Reeves? Who knew?

That’s just the way it is. And if you don’t like it, don’t bother telling the crows. They got coyotes to corral. Don’t bother me either. I got a dog to walk. —Nick Welsh

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In Memoriam

Ashleigh Brilliant

1933–2025

A 21–Leaf Blower Salute

BY SOL D. MORRISON

Ifirst encountered Ashleigh Brilliant in an evening art class. He was handing out free postcard Pot-Shots to all the students. Recognizing him and his cards, I told him I had once sent him some ideas for his cards. He pulled out copies of his two rejection cards, and asked which one I had received. Mine said, “The answer is NO, but isn’t that better than no answer at all?”

Since my response was the better of his two rejections, we started talking to each other and then continued to do so for the next 40 years. I later learned he never accepted anyone else’s suggestions for new Pot-Shots.

Our friendship continued over the years with walks, talks, arguments, and much laughter. We talked about life, mostly his, which was certainly more interesting than mine. Plus, he kept diaries from childhood with all entries neatly typed. I practiced my comedy routines with him. Plus, lunch out, dinner out the usual stuff. Almost 40 years of shared lives.

For Steve Gilbar’s edited Library Book Writers on Libraries: A Celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Santa Barbara Public Library, Ashleigh’s entry was a poem about my wife titled “On the Retirement of Shirley Morrison as Santa Barbara Children’s Librarian.” We were both very touched.

Ashleigh’s short, insightful comments on, well, nothing was off-limits death, diets, travel, love, public speaking, time itself started life as humble postcards around 1950 BC (Before Computers). The postcard size was perfect.

Starting with specialty racks in local bookstores, healthy sales resulted from stores around the country. Then came posters, calendars, T-shirts, caps, napkins, paperweights, mugs you name it. If a company paid royalties to print Pot-Shots on their products, who was Ashleigh to deny them?

He did call upon a squad of lawyers now and then to keep things legit.

Eventually, Ashleigh added newspaper syndication. He also found time to write a series of 10 books expanding on his mini-philosophies. I recommend them all.

Besides worldwide success, this man’s passionate local campaigns with tireless publicity made him a popular one-man institution, much like our Courthouse and Mission.

Over a long, colorful career, he wrote 10,000 original epigrams, which he also illustrated. Make note of all the different print styles in his own calligraphic hand that appear on the cards! Then he added a weekly newspaper column that has run for more than 10 years.

With his wife, Dorothy, handling the business stuff, Ashleigh built a successful, worldwide career. He once declared that he was “The World’s Only Full-Time Professional Epigrammatist” even though The Guinness Book of World Records did not honor his claim. Their loss.

Ash loved to walk. He has hiked through many countries. And over these many 40 years in Santa Barbara, he has circled the blocks around his home and his office almost every day, in every kind of weather. He could

sometimes be seen walking and reading at the same time. He biked the city, long after he should have given that up.

He once ran for a seat on the Santa Barbara City Council. He didn’t get many votes possibly because he sang all of his speeches in the campaign.

Then there was his long, arduous campaign to have gas-powered leaf blowers banned. This conflict finally resulted in a city ordinance restricting their use. (Mostly ignored but still….) Reader’s Digest declared Ashleigh the second most quoted author in their magazine. Number One is Mark Twain. Ashleigh could live with that.

In person, he could be cranky, exasperating, obstinate no thesaurus could contain this man. He was also quite rigid in performing daily routines. All shirts had to have short sleeves, with two pockets, one always filled with Pot-Shots to hand out.

He ate only two flavors of ice cream, one of which was mint chocolate. I’ve forgotten the other one.

He loved music except all those “mawkish” love songs. One of his heroes was satirist musician Tom Lehrer. Ashleigh also wrote great song parodies and produced a whole album to prove it.

Here is one of my favorite Ashleigh anecdotes: I once showed Ash how the Copyright trademark a “C” in a circle looked just like the symbol on many fire extinguishers (meaning good for chemical fires). With only a second’s pause, Ash asked: “How come the copyright people did not copyright the copyright symbol?” Indeed.

He was indifferent to food, clinging fiercely to certain products and brands. He loved pea soup but only Andersen’s pea soup. Most of all, he loved chocolate anything and everything chocolate.

One of his favorites is a cookie from Australia, called Tim Tams.

Ashleigh Elwood Brilliant will be remembered for a long time by anyone lucky enough to have known him. I am one of those lucky ones. n

Ashleigh and Dorothy Brilliant at the start of the Pot-Shots enterprise in 1969

Dueling Petitions

Santa Barbara’s main street and its vehicles were spotlighted in two petitions presented to City Council this week. Comments at Instagram were brisk:

charles324: My best friend owns a business on State Street and the street being closed has negatively impacted his business and customers’ ability to access his business. Close State down where the bars are, but there’s literally zero point for the street to be closed anywhere else. whitneylater: Just yesterday I overheard tourists asking each other if they had seen everything on State and one group said no because they have to drive (mobility issues) and they can’t get to it.

kittycaterina: Open it up! We need our Sunday cruises back with some oldies on the speakers. 84.away: Can you not do this on literally any other street in the city? kittycaterina: Respectfully, Santa Barbara has deep roots in Chicano low-riding culture. As a Mexican American, I should be able to celebrate my culture. This has been going on for decades.

jackjacksons49: Anyone who wants cars back on State Street has clearly never tried to enjoy a meal at Craft Ramen or The Cruisery outdoor seating. Between the revving engines, honking horns, and tire squeals, it’s like dining trackside at the Indy 500. Drivers cruise by waving flags and pumping music. It’s all very festive until you realize it’s the same cars circling every five minutes. Each time, the conversation across the entire restaurant grinds to a halt. None of these cars are parking, shopping, or eating at any establishment on State Street.

thewitchmuse: The “open State Street” to car folks are so out of touch with the people who actually live and work downtown. State was a ghost town for years due to rising rents and internet shopping. When they built the promenade, life came back. The tourists love it and so do the workers. The only people who don’t are people who never support small business on State and simply want to drive up and down. Go drive Cabrillo. My husband is a server downtown and since the city cut the patio in half, [income] has gone down at least $1,000 a month! That might not seem like a lot of money to [some], but to the people who pay rent and work here, it’s devastating. Keep State closed.

baconandlegs: For those making the economic argument [to reopen the street], pretty sure that online shopping and storefront leases have a much bigger impact on State. I’d speculate that Funk Zone and waterfront revitalization might be competitive but it’s possible there’s a synchronistic effect that brings in more people overall. equestrienne: Car free but do it better! No e-bikes, cap rents, give incentives to local businesses, wash the sidewalks, have events. Basically, study other cities that do it right!

No on Prop 50

Vote yes on 50 “to protect democracy?” Seriously? First, this is not a democracy. It is a constitutional republic characterized by representative government. Second, 38 percent of Californians voted for Donald Trump in 2024. The obvious intent of Proposition 50 is to disenfranchise those voters and end their representation through gerrymandering. How does this “protect democracy?” California has 52 Congressmembers. Only nine of them, 17 percent, are Republicans. But apparently Democrat leaders and the media here will only be satisfied with a one-party state. Bad idea!

Donald Trump certainly brings out the worst in his opponents.

—Stephen D. Neely, S.B.

For the Record

¶ The correct number of Santa Barbara County households using Section 8 vouchers is 5,600, not 6,400 as reported in last week’s news section. For last week’s massive Best Of issue, we correct the URL of Ritz-Carlton Bacara, winner of Best Resort Spa, to be ritzcarlton.com/santabarbara; and we note a Calendar fix that Darla Bea won Best Event DJ 10 times, not nine!And, to the “Off Register Returns” arts story, we add two of the organizers we inadvertently omitted: Madi Manson, owner of 506 East Haley’s Loudflower, and Garrett Gerstenberger of High Desert Print Co.

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Dwight Everard Lowell 12/31/1942 – 10/03/2025

Dwight Everard Lowell, II passed away on October 3, 2025 in Santa Barbara, CA. He was 82 years old.

He was the son of the late Adkins Lowell and Eleanor Lewis Lowell. Dwight was born on December 31, 1942 in Bryn Mawr, PA and grew up in Short Hills, NJ.

He graduated from Deerfield Academy in Deerfield MA in 1960 and from Alma College in Alma, MI in 1964 where he earned a BA in Economics.

Dwight married Kimberly Battle Feather in 1971 in Pelham Manor, New York. They lived in New York, Connecticut, and Chicago before retiring to Santa Barbara.

Dwight spent 25 years on Wall Street in institutional sales. His firms included Drexel Burnham, White Weld, and Kidder, Peabody & Co. He then opened an investment advisory firm based in Greenwich, CT where he worked until he retired in 1999.

Dwight and Kimberly moved to Santa Barbara in 2002

An avid tennis player, he played at Deerfield, was captain of his college tennis team, and after retirement played regularly with a local group known as the Montecito Mafia. He was an accomplished Platform (“Paddle”) Tennis player and was ranked third nationally in the mid 1970’s. His tennis and paddle prowess translated into a spot on the US Fronton Team for the 1970 Basque Pelota World Championships in Spain. He tried to be a golfer. He really tried.

His passion was animals. He came by it naturally. His great grandmother, Caroline Earle White, co-founded the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in 1867. Two years later she founded its women’s branch which established the first animal shelter in the U.S. In 1883 she founded the American

Anti-Vivisection Society, the first of such organizations in America. His parents, Adkins and Eleanor, founded the Hilton Head Humane Association in 1976. In 2007 Dwight and Kimberly established a foundation for homeless dogs. Dwight served on the board of the Humane Society of the United States from 2007 through 2009. He was a supporting member of wildlife and environmental organizations all of his adult life.

He always claimed to like animals more than people. Nevertheless, he was quickwitted and fun to be around. He may have preferred the company of animals, but he was a loyal, generous friend to many and a loving husband.

He is survived by his wife, Kimberly; his sisters-in-law and their husbands Barrie and Harvey Wilgus of Frederick, MD and Pamela and Bob Osborn of Framingham, MA; a niece, Samantha Osborn O’Shea of Ashland, MA; and nephews Wesley Osborn of Framingham, MA, and Jeffrey and Michael Wilgus of Montreal, Canada.

In Dwight’s memory, please support animals in need.

Almeda May Morison

03/08/1933 – 09/24/2025

Almeda May Morrison was born on March 8, 1933, in South Hadley Massachusetts, and lived a remarkable life filled with love, adventure, and family. She passed away peacefully on September 24th at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and cherished memories.

Almeda grew up in Massachusetts and pursued her education at Dana Hall and Wellesley College, where she developed a love of learning that she carried throughout her life. At a mixer at Wellsley she met a Harvard student, J. Roger Morrison who became the love of her life, they were married in New York city in 1955. Together they embarked on a journey that took them

across the Atlantic to England in 1962, where they built a rich and fulfilling life for 70 years.

Over the years, Almeda created homes that reflected her elegance and generosity of spirit— from Chelsea in London and Chiddingfold in Surrey to the sun-drenched coasts of Sardinia, the turquoise waters of Windermere Island in the Bahamas, and their beloved residence in Montecito, California. Each place held its own chapter of family gatherings, celebrations, and the simple joys of daily life.

Her greatest joy was her family. Almeda and Roger raised two children, Joanna May Morrison and Roger Albert Morrison, who, along with their families, brought her immeasurable pride and happiness. She was a devoted grandmother to Katherine, Nicholas, Charles, and Alex, and her heart overflowed with joy at the arrival of her greatgrandson, Jackson.

Those who knew Almeda will remember her for her graciousness, her sense of adventure, and the way she created a home where everyone felt welcome. She carried herself with quiet strength and elegance, but also with warmth, humor, and a deep love for those around her.

Brian Hudson Burke

12/30/1943 – 04/28/2025

Brian Hudson Burke passed away after a brief illness at the age of 81 on April 28, 2025 in Santa Barbara, California.

He is survived by his loving wife Alice (Esbenshade), their golden retriever Sassy, his children Amy Jane (Peter) and Traford (Natalia), stepson Andy (Georgie), grandchildren Lily, Lulu, Billy, and Perry, his brother Bruce (Julia) and his nieces and nephews Sebastian, Addison, Claire, Lief, Elaine and Theo. He was predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Virginia Burke, and his grandparents, James and Edna Burke, and Tom and Mary Kerchum.

He held many fond memories of his childhood, especially times with his grandparents. It was his grandmother who took him as an adolescent to see the young Elvis Presley perform in San Francisco, not once, but twice. Reared in Piedmont, California he was educated at UCSB and UC Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall). Upon graduation he joined the Alameda County District Attorney's Office. Due to his ROTC training at UCSB, he was shortly thereafter inducted into the US Army.

With good intentions, his father, the late US District Judge Lloyd H. Burke, recommended to a general that his son be transferred from the tank corps to the Judge Advocate General Office, a local and safer station. Two days after the intervention he was fast tracked to Vietnam as an intelligence officer. He was sent to Kien Phong province, where he was recognized for his leadership, including the design and implementation of a sustainable water sanitation system for the local community. For his service he was awarded the Bronze Star.

After the army, he rejoined the District Attorney’s office, prosecuting felonies in Alameda County. He and his first wife, the artist Jane Mason Burke, moved with baby Amy from Oakland to the tranquility of Santa Barbara, where their son Traford was born.

After a few years with the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office and then the law firm of Westwick & Collison, Brian shifted his work to family law, becoming a Certified Family Law Specialist and a partner at Mullen & Henzell. It was during this time that he and Jane divorced. He went on to establish a private practice, determined to develop ideas he had fostered for a fresh approach to family law. This common interest in family law brought him together with his second wife, Alice, a Court Mediator.

Shortly after marrying Alice, Brian took an 18-month sabbatical to study how he could do family law in a way that provided more humane outcomes. He developed protocols that feature consultation, encourage mediation and that minimize litigation, seeking to reduce the emotional

toll of divorce proceedings on families. Brian shared his expertise through teaching, lectures, and publications. His 2007 scholarly paper, "Santa Barbara Divorce: a Six-Year Longitudinal Study" demonstrated that divorce timelines more often mirrored the grieving process of families, while procedural matters interfered by rushing what is inherently a psychological process. From 2011- 2019, he enjoyed exploring the complexities of divorce and family law in a weekly column at Noozhawk entitled “About Your Divorce.” Brian retired last year.

Beyond his legal career, Brian had an insatiable curiosity and wide-ranging interests. He was an exceptional correspondent. Autocorrect often changed his signature to "Brain", a joke that he ran with. As a writer of gorgeous letters with a lively intellect, he showed humility, humanity, and deep kindness with a dollop of incredible humor. His voice was wonderfully expressive, a commanding but soft presence. He loved music and was a huge fan of Mozart’s “Marriage of Figaro.”

He greatly enjoyed his son Traford's years at Santa Barbara Middle School, where he joined the Board of Trustees and participated in the bicycle rides. He was known for diving deeply into passion projects ranging from serious research such as a detailed study of the Vietnam war, to lighter pursuits such as exploring the expeditions of Mungo Park and Henry Morton Stanley. During the COVID years, he compiled a study of the names of golden retrievers on local beaches. He was even known to take on major sewing projects, creating a series of custom-made canvas rolls to hold prized scissors and fine tools. He named these “Mammy’s Duck” after his grandmother. One of his great joys was the decade-plus he spent with his therapy dog Lollipop visiting patients at Cottage Hospital and the Cottage Rehabilitation Institute.

Brian is deeply missed by his friends and family.

A Memorial is in the planning stages. Donations in his memory may be made to the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden for maintenance of the Japanese Tea House and to Santa Barbara Middle School.

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Sung-in Choe

11/11/1932 – 10/03/2025

Sung-in died peacefully at 92, leaving behind a legacy of courage, joy, and warmth that touched lives across three continents.

Born in Seoul in 1932 during the Japanese occupation, Sungin was the eldest daughter of five children and a brilliant student who loved languages and literature. She devoured books in Japanese—Hermann Hesse's Steppenwolf became a lifelong favorite—and as a schoolgirl, she haunted movie theaters, captivated by films like David Lean's Brief Encounter.

In 1953, Sung-in made a bold move that would shape her life: she left Korea for Honolulu, where she studied at the University of Hawaii while working as an au pair. There she met Bill Horton, whom she married in 1955. They moved to the Pacific Northwest before settling in Santa Barbara in 1961, where their daughter Tara was born three years later. Though they divorced in 1970, they remained friends until his death in 2020.

After her divorce, Sung-in earned her BA in Art History from UC Santa Barbara and worked as a library assistant at the university, where she built lasting friendships with colleagues and faculty. In 1974, she made another characteristic leap: she left her secure job to earn her Master of Library Science from Texas Woman's University in Denton, Texas. Back in Santa Barbara, she worked as a librarian at Santa Barbara City College before landing her dream position at UCSB Library's East Asian Collection. For more than 20 years, she specialized in cataloging Japanese books, her fluency in Korean, Japanese, and English making her invaluable to scholars and students.

A devoted Europhile who traveled to Paris, Milan, and London, Sung-in brought the world to her Mesa neighborhood home through legendary Korean feasts. Her mandu and japchae dinners from the

early 1970s through the 1990s drew an eclectic mix of European ex-pats and friends who shared her love of good food, wine, and conversation. Those gatherings were filled with her distinctive, joyful laughter.

Music filled Sung-in's home: Schubert lieder, Beethoven symphonies, Italian opera— especially Madame Butterfly and La Bohème. She adored Luciano Pavarotti, attended concerts and masterclasses at the Music Academy of the West, and sang soprano with the Santa Barbara Oratorio Chorale for many seasons.

In 1990, she married Carl Harris, a UCSB History professor. They shared a deep love of music, literature, and the arts, and Carl encouraged her interest in politics. Though this marriage also ended in divorce, it was an important chapter in her life.

Sung-in had wonderful style, always elegant in tailored clothes in classic navy, black, or jewel tones. She loved bold colors too—her dining room was painted a daring deep red. Friends often remarked on her radiant energy and grace.

After her granddaughter was born, Sung-in put family first again. In 2006, she left Santa Barbara for Oakland to help with childcare so her daughter could advance her career. Though she missed the beauty and serenity of Santa Barbara, she believed that places matter because of the people in them.

In Oakland, she found new passions in ballroom dancing and Brazilian dance classes at the Berkeley YMCA, inspiring everyone around her with her energy and grace. Friends remembered her fierce independence—she was someone who made things happen, never content to wait for life to come to her.

In her final years, Sungin could be found on the front porch of her Craftsman home, waving and smiling at neighbors—still radiating the warmth and curiosity that had defined her remarkable life.

Sung-in was preceded in death by her parents, three siblings, and two former spouses. She leaves behind her beloved daughter, Tara Choe Horton (Derek McCulloch); her cherished granddaughter, Pearl McCulloch; a sister; extended family; and countless friends whose lives she touched with her boundless zest for living.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to

the UCSB Library or another meaningful cause.

A private memorial service for family and close friends will be held in Berkeley, CA in January 2026.

Roy Allen Hauser

03/20/1945 – 03/10/2025

Roy Allen Hauser, born in Oakland, CA on March 20th, 1945, passed away during the early hours of March 10th , 2025.

A longtime resident of Santa Barbara, CA, his heart and soul were bound to the ocean. He knew what he wanted and needed in his life from a very young age and did what he needed to do; what needed to be done, to find a life on and in the water. His early years were spent around the docks of San Pedro where he learned the skills needed to not only pilot a boat, but to build one himself. He was a naturally gifted and passionate sailor. He was doing something he loved. Once Roy got a taste of the sea and what was below the waves, he found his calling. He was a pioneer, a trailblazer of sorts in the early days of recreational Scuba diving. More importantly he realized what a gift it was to do what he was doing and quickly learned to appreciate the beauty and mystique of the nature hidden within the ocean. He knew it was important to dive with respect to the life and landscape in the depths of the sea because without protection it could be lost forever. He would become a strong supporter for ocean conservation throughout his life.

On February 13th, 1966, he married his high school sweetheart, Linda Phillips to be by his side on this journey. Unfortunately, life has its twists and turns and doesn’t always go as planned. Roy’s lifelong dream was cut short after a diving mishap left him paralyzed in 1977. He would have to learn how to live life from a wheelchair from now on. It took some time, but Roy accepted the hand that fate had dealt him. He did not live his days in pity and would not let

anyone tell him that he should. He took what was given to him and lived his best life.

To his family and closest friends, he was the epitome of ‘The Old Man and the Sea’, somewhat literally and figuratively. His dignity and human spirit prevailing over his struggles, and persevering over the face of defeat; “even though a person may be physically defeated, their spirit can remain unbroken”. He never quit; he adapted and lived.

Roy is survived by his exwife Linda Hauser, his son Matthew Hauser Sr., his grandchildren Matthew Jr., Michael, Nicholas, and Haley, and his 3 great grandsons Rory, Ryder and Archer.

A celebration of life gathering is to be held at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara on November 8th , 2025, from 2pm till 4:30pm.

A no-host food and drink remembrance will be held at the Ranchero Room at Harry’s Plaza Cafe at 5pm.

If you’d like to share any pictures you may have or a thought or two to be shared, you can forward these to glen@ truthaquatics.com.

Edward Brant Tunstall 03/04/1968 – 08/12/2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Edward “Brant” Tunstall, who left us on August 12, 2025, after a three year stand against ALS.

Brant was born in San Diego, California, and grew up in Point Loma, graduating from Point Loma High School in 1986. His family went on many trips to the mountains of California and the beaches of Mexico, helping to instill a deep love of nature in Brant.

Brant loved the ocean and surfing the California coast and Hawaii and while doing so made lifelong friends. He would often walk beaches cleaning up debris. He was fond of a quick body-surf dip at anytime, clothing, or no, with January 1st of each year being a ritual until ALS took his mobility from him. A life-

long cyclist, Brant was known around Goleta for riding his bike everywhere he went.

He attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, with a degree in Econ/ Accounting and made Santa Barbara/Goleta his home.

He married Darla Sharp in 2011. They shared a love for music, dancing, laughs, travel, cooking, and UCSB.

Brant worked many years for Island Seed & Feed where he formed bonds with community growers and customers. He oversaw the planting of sub-tropical fruiting plants in the Santa Barbara foothills and assisted with experimental growing projects, including UC-Extension air-layering studies. He loved cultivating a wide variety of fruiting/flowering plants and took great pride in the vibrant yard he created at home; sharing with friends and family his propagations. Even towards the end of his life, the stories and the laughter never stopped. His wit, warmth, and sense of humor remained a constant in his interactions with those around him. He had the soul of a long boarder, the skills of a chef, a keen sense of humor, and a sharp intellect. Those he loved knew and felt his love. His sensitive spirit, humor, and kindness touched many lives.

The family would like to thank Kathleen and Robin from the alsnetwork.org, and the Visiting Nurse Association of Santa Barbara health care professionals: Dayna, Lindsay, Laura, Lena, Alex, to name just a special few. And lastly gratitude and thanks to Juan and Gabriela. ALS is a terrible disease with no treatment and no hope and the people who help a person live with it are humans with outsized hearts. Brant is survived by his parents, his sister, his nephew, his wife, his two adult stepkids, extended family and many friends; you know who you are. We miss you deeply, Brant. Thank you for all the laughter and love.

Julie Anne Koga 11/25/1969 – 10/06/2025

Julie Koga, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on November 25, 1969, in Santa Barbara, California, At Goleta Valley Hospital, to Hank and Patricia Arellanes.

Julie was a woman of warmth, humor, and deep compassion. She had a heart of gold and was always eager to help others. Her kindness and willingness to see the good in people touched countless lives and left behind a legacy of love.

She was adventurous and full of life, always finding joy in the world around her. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a natural way of bringing people together — it didn’t take long for all her daughter’s friends to love her too.

Julie’s love for animals and nature was constant throughout her life. She had a gentle, caring spirit and an unshakable connection to the world around her. She was not only a wonderful mother but also a best friend to her children — always there for late-night talks, words of encouragement, or simply to listen. Her love was constant, her presence comforting, and her strength inspiring.

Julie is survived by her loving husband, Richard Koga; her children, Amanda, Daniel, and Sierra; and her mother, Patricia Arellanes.

She was preceded in death by her son, Jonathan; her father, Henry (Hank) Arellanes; and her brother, Gary Arellanes. Julie will be remembered for her laughter, her courage, and her boundless love. Though her presence will be deeply missed, her spirit will continue to shine through those who knew and loved her.

Viewing and graveside services will be held November 1, 2025, at Welch-Ryce-Haider 15 East Sola Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 from 9am to 11am, graveside service will be held at Calvery Cemetery 199 North Hope Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93110 at 12. A get together

will be held at 4801 Nipomo Dr., Carpinteria

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James Ventura Dominguez 04/02/1967 – 07/15/2025

James Ventura Dominguez, 58, of Santa Barbara, California, passed away on July 15, 2025. Born on April 2, 1967, in Cedarville, California, he was the cherished son of Julieta and Emmanuel Dominguez and beloved brother to Emmanuel, Armando, his twin brother Jerry, and sister Carmen.

After graduating from Santa Barbara High School, James enlisted in the United States Military, where he dedicated the next 26 years of his life serving in the Marine Corps, Army, and Navy. Following his military service, he continued his commitment to protecting others as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer with Homeland Security Investigations. Among his proudest service moments were his time with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines and SEAL Team 17.

James had a deep passion for endurance challenges such as Spartan Races and The Tactical Games, embodying a spirit of strength, courage, and perseverance in all that he did. Known for his infectious smile, boundless generosity, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends, James brought laughter and light to everyone around him.

James — your love, humor, and adventurous spirit will forever be etched in our hearts. Though words cannot capture how deeply you are missed, your legacy will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know you.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cindy BehrendtDominguez; his daughter, Alysia Dominguez; his grandson, Lyric Dominguez. He is also survived by Loretta Manriquez (Dominguez); his stepchildren, LoriAnn and Joseph Ramos; and his stepgrandchildren, Alexis, Anthony, and Robert Simentales, as well as Lynnea and Isaac Ramos. He was preceded in death by his father, Emmanuel Porfirio Dominguez.

Rosary service will be held on October 23, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Raphael Church, 5444 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93110.

A memorial service will be held on October 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Raphael Church, 5444 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. Military honors will follow at Santa Barbara Cemetery, 901 Channel Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in honor of Sgt. James Dominguez USMC.

Douglas R. Monk

09/14/1956 – 08/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Douglas R. Monk

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle, and friend, Douglas R. Monk, on August 12, 2025. Doug passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on September 14, 1956, in Hythe, England, Doug was the cherished son of Raymond and Jessie Monk. In 1961, he immigrated with his parents and sister to Santa Barbara, California, where he spent most of his life. He attended Washington Elementary School, La Cumbre Junior High, and graduated from San Marcos High School.

Doug possessed a brilliant mind and enjoyed a successful career as a Senior Mechanical Designer. After retiring early, he embraced the beauty and rhythm of life in Santa Barbara—a community he deeply loved.

Doug was known for his Christmas morning omelettes, a treasured tradition that spanned over 40 years. He delighted in wine tastings throughout the Santa Barbara area and looked forward to Friday night BBQs with his neighbors, the Galindo family. His family and dear friends carry countless memories of Doug that they will forever hold close to their hearts.

Doug is survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Carole and Kevin Trainer of Moorpark, and Sharon and Timothy

Clack of Missouri; his nephews Timothy (Harley) and William (Kaylynne); and his great-niece Charlotte. He is also lovingly remembered by his lifelong friend Anthony Hodges, his neighbor and dear friend Efrain Galindo, and the extended Galindo family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Jessie Monk, and his nephew Ryan Tanner.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to Doug’s compassionate care team at Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, Cottage Hospital, VNA Health, and Serenity House for their exceptional kindness and support during his final months.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Doug’s memory may be made to the Santa Barbara Foodshare, honoring his lifelong love for the Santa Barbara community.

Timothy Patrick Reed 12/23/1950 – 10/09/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Timothy "Tim" Patrick Reed, on October 9, 2025. Tim passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Tim was born on December 23, 1950, in Columbus, Ohio. At the age of four, his family moved to Santa Barbara, where he spent the rest of his life.

While attending Santa Barbara High School in 1968, Tim met the love of his life, Nancy Shepherd. From that day on, the two were inseparable, exploring every corner of Santa Barbara together, from the mountain trails to the beaches, or just cruising down State Street. Tim graduated from SBHS in 1969 and soon enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving honorably as a Specialist 4 and HO6 helicopter mechanic in Vietnam.

When Tim returned home, he and Nancy were married in August 1973. For their honeymoon, they took a road trip up Highway 1 through Big Sur in their VW bus, with their loyal dog Cochise by their side. Shortly after, they bought their home on Santa Barbara's East-

side, a casa that would become filled with laughter, love, and the joyful chaos of raising three children. Tim and Nancy spent decades turning that house into a home, working side by side, painting, building, remodeling, and gardening together.

Tim's military training sparked a lifelong passion for mechanics. In 1986, he joined Cottage Hospital, where he built a long and respected career in Facilities Management, ultimately becoming Lead Mechanic. Known for his problem-solving skills, steady demeanor, and encyclopedic knowledge of all things mechanical, Tim was the person everyone turned to when something needed fixing. He retired from Cottage Health in December 2016, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, craftsmanship, and camaraderie.

Above all, Tim was devoted to his family. He was a loving husband, a proud father, and an adoring grandfather. His humor, quick wit, and generous heart brought light to every gathering. He was happiest barbecuing in the backyard, tinkering in the garage, or riding local mountain trails with his son Justin. His laughter was contagious, his stories unforgettable, and his presence a source of comfort and strength.

Tim is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Nancy Reed, his son Justin of North Carolina, his daughters Erin of Orange County and Jaime of Los Angeles, sons-in-law Cliff and Michael, grandchildren Ayla, Julia, Olivia, and Christopher, and his sister Barbara of Santa Barbara. He was preceded in death by his parents, who no doubt welcomed him home with open arms.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the compassionate doctors, nurses, and staff at Cottage Hospital, Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, and Central Coast Home Health and Hospice for their exceptional care and kindness during Tim's final months. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tim's memory may be made to the Santa Barbara Humane Society, reflecting his lifelong love for animals. Tim lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose, a life spent fixing things, building memories, and making the world a little brighter for those lucky enough to know him.

His spirit will live on in every story told, every project completed, and every family gathering where someone inevitably says, "Tim would've loved this."

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Richard Dennis Morgan 03/02/1948 – 10/10/2025

Richard Dennis Morgan, 77, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on October 10, 2025 in Lompoc California.

Born on March 2, 1948, in Santa Barbara, California, the only son to Eva and Robert Morgan. Richard attended local schools, graduating from Santa Barbara High School in 1966. He lived a full and vibrant life marked by strength, warmth, a generous spirt and a wonderful sense of humor.

Richard was a caring father to three children and a loving grandfather to four grandchildren. He is survived by his son, Robert Morgan; daughter, Jennifer Smallwood (husband Jason), and their son, Cash; and daughter, Jamie Morgan-Paredes (husband Jose), and their daughters, Gianna and Aubrey. He also deeply cherished the memory of his late grandson, Marcus Morgan, son of Robert Morgan (Annette Mendoza). He is lovingly remembered and survived by his sisters: Patricia Pascua (husband Lani), Shirley Morgan, Michelle Bond (husband Joey), and Janine Morgan. As well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Richards life was also shared with three former spouses; Rosemary Morgan, mother to Robert and Jennifer; Lori Goudeau, mother to Jamie; and Merrilee Miller. As well as long time past girlfriend Erin Foley. Richard was very blessed to have maintained wonderful friendships with his previous partners over the years, as well as their families. They were always family to him.

Richard’s extended family provided a strong foundation of love, support, and friendship throughout his life.

Richard dedicated over 50 years of his life as a ranch foreman at Feather Hill Ranch in Montecito, where he worked and resided until his retirement in 2020. He maintained the 30 acre property with much dedication and an amazing knowledge of horticulture and landscape.

Throughout his life, Richard

enjoyed many passions, including golfing, tennis, dancing, swimming, gardening, hiking, and traveling. He always tried to embrace life to the fullest.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Santa Barbara Cemetery Chapel, 901 Channel Drive. A reception will follow from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Pavilion Events Center located at 1118 E Cabrillo Blvd.

Richard touched many lives with his love, laughter, and light. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. May his memory bring comfort and joy to all who were fortunate to have known him.

Marie Sorensen Nelson 11/26/1949 – 10/03/2025

Marie Nelson was born on November 26, 1949 in Kimble, NE to Earl and Beverly Sorensen of Albin, WY. After graduating Albin High School, Marie attended Bethel College in St. Paul, MN where she met her husband, Jim. After their marriage in 1972, they moved to Colorado while Jim attended seminary. After he graduated in 1975, they served in two churches in Arizona before moving to Santa Barbara in1987.

While in Santa Barbara, Marie worked as a Unit Clerk at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital for a number of years.

Following her years at the hospital, she worked in a variety of positions, ultimately retiring from the Boy Scouts of America office.

During her years in Santa Barbara Marie, was involved in the music ministry at Trinity Baptist Church where she participated in the orchestra, vocal choir, and handbell choir - all of which she enjoyed.

Marie passed away on Friday, October 3 at Serenity House. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jim Nelson; her two children, Jimmy Nelson (Debbie) of Bakersfield, CA and Erin Pasley (Brian) of Issaquah, WA.; her six grandchildren, SSgt JC Nelson USMC (Adriana), Jacob Nelson, Justin Nelson (Lilly)

Joey Nelson, Harper Pasley and Zoey Pasley; one great grandson, James E. Nelson; her siblings, Carolyn Stoner, Helen Baize, Scott Sorensen and Gayle Scarff. A Memorial Celebration will be held at Redeemer Bible Church, 736 W. Isley St. on Saturday, November 1, at 1:00 pm. followed by a light reception.

Memorial contributions can be made in Marie’s name to Redeemer Bible Church or Serenity House of Santa Barbara.

Arrangements by WelchRyce-Haider Funeral Chapels.

Michael R Cavalier

08/01/1931 – 09/26/2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael Raymond Cavalier, who departed this life September 26, 2025, at the age of ninety-four. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Michael lived a long and meaningful life marked by kindness, wisdom, and quiet strength.

Born in Pennsylvania on August 1, 1931, Michael spent his life dedicating himself to his family, friends, and career. He earned a degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University and served in the US Army after college; teaching a radar class. Michael began an extensive career with General Motors on defense and space programs. He brought his family to Santa Barbara in 1972 from Milwaukee, Wisconsin to work at GM Delco Electronics as program manager and executive. Michael was admired for his intellect and problemsolving abilities by everybody who knew him. Our family is proud of his significant contributions to the design and development of the Inertial navigation system enabling the success of Apollo 11 mission that landed the first man on the moon. Michael was also instrumental in bringing the astronauts home during the Apollo 13 crisis when the rocket was struck by lightning during its assent, disabling the service module which contained the critical life support systems.

Michael was a caring individual who demonstrated unwavering integrity. He approached life with humility and grace, and his presence brought comfort and strength to those around him. Michael is survived by his wife Audrey, daughters Carrie, Jennifer, and son Michael Cavalier as well as his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and other living family members, who will remember his legacy of love and resilience. Michael will be deeply missed, but his spirit will live in the hearts of all who knew him.

Peder Jan Estrup, PhD

Died on September 18, 2025 at the age of 94 in Santa Barbara, California. He was a world-renowned scientist in both chemistry and physics who spent most of his career at Brown University as the Newport Rogers Professor of Chemistry, Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Professor of Physics, then Dean of the Graduate School and Research at Brown until his retirement in 2004.

He published over 100 papers and received numerous awards and accolades. He was invited by the Nobel Prize Committee to submit proposals in both chemistry and physics.

Peder was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and earned a Fulbright Scholarship to Yale University where he completed his PhD in Physical Chemistry in just 3 years.

He moved to Santa Barbara, CA in 2004 where he became a Visiting Researcher at UC Santa Barbara in the Chemistry Dept. He loved classical music, opera, history, politics and travel.

He leaves behind a loving extended family in the US, Denmark, England, Lebanon and Austria, along with hundreds of admiring and inspired graduate students. He will be remembered for his kindness, brilliance, wisdom and humor.

You are invited to a memorial service to be held on November 6th at 1:30pm in Santa Barbara in the Theatre at Valle Verde, 900 Calle de los

Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the PBS Foundation at https://foundation.pbs.org/ways-to-give/ memorial-honor-gifts/.

Andrew James DeLarge 12/01/1988 – 10/13/2025

Andrew James DeLarge, born on December 1, 1988, in Santa Barbara, California, passed away unexpectedly on October 13, 2025, in Buellton, California, at the age of 36.

Andrew was a loving father, son, brother, and friend. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Deanna DeLarge, and is survived by his dearly loved children, James and Sadie; his parents, Elyse and Alan DeLarge; his grandmother Pauline DeLarge; his brother, Justin DeLarge, and sister-in-law, Eliza DeLarge.

From a young age, Andrew lived life with energy and passion. He grew up playing soccer, racing motocross, and spending summers at the lake wakeboarding with family and friends, always game for fun and adventure. As he grew older, his love for the outdoors only deepened. Fishing became one of his favorite pastimes, always excited and ready to fish a river, the lake, or the ocean.

In recent years, Andrew found his true calling in farming. He enjoyed everything from helping grow, harvest, and sell produce, caring for the livestock, to growing anything he could from seeds in his free time. He found joy and pride at the farm where he enjoyed the challenging work, while being among his friends that he considered family.

Andrew will be remembered for his warm smile, charismatic presence, generous spirit and his good heart. Though his time was far too short, his impact on those who loved him will be lasting.

A private service will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Daniel Bryant Foundation at CADASB.org

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When Amada Cruz talks about museums, she doesn’t describe cold temples of silence or dusty sanctuaries of high culture. She talks about energy. Surprise. Relationships.

“How do you create energy in a static space?” she asks. That may seem impossible in rooms where the art on the walls does not move, but in her view, a gallery should never feel still. It should echo with shockwaves of surprise.

As the Robert and Mercedes Eichholz Director and CEO of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA), Cruz is part of a small but growing group of women running major museums. That isn’t the point of her work, but it is a hard aspect to miss. “These women! They’re powerhouses,” said Cynthia Wornham, a communications consultant for SBMA.

Cruz’s path to museum leadership has been less about pedigree and more about a lifelong intimacy with art. Born in Havana, Cuba, she left with her family at nine months old, eventually settling in Chicago after a few

months in Miami. Her father, a lawyer and professor in Cuba, was offered a rare opportunity to restart his career in the U.S. He worked during the day, went to law school at night, and eventually passed the bar. “I still remember the raucous party when he passed the exam,” Cruz said. Her mother worked as a translator, and the family was supported by a vibrant Cuban émigré community and relatives in Chicago. “Even though it must have been a struggle, we all remember that time fondly.

“Culture was a very important part of my life growing up,” she tells me. “I danced ballet, I read a lot, and I was taken to museums at a very young age.”

She didn’t initially plan on a career in the arts. “I thought I was going to be a lawyer,” she says. While studying pre-law at NYU, internships were a requirement. She landed one at the Guggenheim Museum in New York that spiraling white nautilus of a building where form and function are entwined. “I went to the interview and was hired!” she says, smiling.

She did not get paid. Instead, she found the catalyst for the rest of her career. She helped the curator organize a show called New American Painting, a survey of emerging American artists. “That experience probably goes back to why I focused on living artists,” she says. “Because there’s no art without artists. People forget that.”

She didn’t.

She talks about artists with reverence and specificity, but also with familiarity especially those, like González-Torres, with whom she sat in their studios, speaking deeply about the world, the mind, the unspoken rules of society.

What does she think makes artists unique?

Over the years, Cruz has become a fixture in contemporary art circles first as a curator, then as a grant specialist (allocating funds to emerging artists), and eventually as a museum director. “I’ve had so many great conversations with artists,” she says. “It was the best part of being a contemporary art curator having a dialogue with some of the most creative people in the world.”

One of those conversations turned into something much more lasting. “The artist who made the most impact on me was Félix González-Torres, who sadly died of AIDS. We spent a couple years working on an exhibition of his work and became friends in the process. He was smart, thoughtful, and fun. He was an example of living with integrity, commitment, and joy. I think about him a lot.”

Cruz was co-curator of González-Torres’s 1994 traveling retrospective and part of the team that proposed his work for the 1995 Venice Biennale. She once described his work as “an art of blank spaces and things left unsaid.” Their collaboration deeply informed her philosophy as a curator.

“They question things the rest of us take for granted. I think that’s what makes it political. Even if it doesn’t look like it.”

She points to the Impressionists as an example.

“Before them, people were painting religious scenes and aristocrats. The Impressionists were like, ‘No, there’s beauty in daily life. Let’s paint everyday people having lunch in the park. Let’s paint the light on leaves.’ They challenged conventions. That’s what I find so inspiring.”

The current Impressionist exhibition at SBMA is not shy about playing with that radical spirit. A neon-pinkand-navy map of Paris stretches across one wall, a pop of urban dynamism that might have scandalized the old guard. Some of the paintings are shown against a rich purple backdrop. Cruz grins. “It is bold. And fun.”

In itself, the Impressionist exhibit is a big deal, and it is thanks to the relationships forged between SBMA and the Dallas Museum of Art. The result? Santa Barbarans have the luxury of being able to stand in a room containing not one but four Monet paintings quite a coup for a museum of this size.

Amada Cruz, the Robert and Mercedes Eichholz Director and CEO of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art

A Vincent van Gogh wheat fields painting, currently inside the galleries at SBMA

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The Impressionist exhibition also arrives at a moment of quiet subtext for Cruz. A few years ago, a controversial cancellation at a previous institution sparked media criticism, framing her as overly focused on contemporary work and dismissive of art history. This show with its luminous Monets and 19th-century Parisian scenes might seem like a rebuttal.

Cruz, however, is matter-of-fact: “I was a contemporary art curator for a long time, so that is no doubt my curatorial specialty,” she says. “I booked the Impressionism show from Dallas and supported the Encore show [a companion exhibit solely from SBMA’s collection] because they relate to SBMA’s strong collection of French 19th-century works. That was the main reason; the other was the extraordinary quality of the works.”

Relevance is her real priority: “I’m very interested in making historical works resonate for contemporary audiences by exploring context and relating the issues of the past to our own.”

Speaking of that, Cruz says that this connectivity is a way to surprise you to knock you slightly off-balance, in the best way.

“Our collection is eclectic. We have older work; we have Asian work; we have a really important

photography collection. It’s very global. So, we think a lot about how to honor that legacy by showing older work alongside contemporary art.”

The word she comes back to most? “Relationships.”

“We always show the historical work. But we also want to show how contemporary artists respond to it. There are always connections even across centuries.”

Elliott Hundley’s recent installation, By Achilles’ Tomb, made that connection obvious. He juxtaposed SBMA’s renowned collection of GrecoRoman antique sculptures with his own work of bright colors and collages, and the result was a mythic fever dream.

“It was a dream of mine to work with antiquity like that,” Hundley tells me. “It’s incredibly rare for a museum to be that open. It says a lot about Amada’s leadership.”

Aside from Amada, much of the collaboration was facilitated through curator James Glisson and SBMA’s installation and registrar teams. “Everyone brought their own creativity. That was Amada’s leadership not micromanaging, but trusting. It was joyful,” says Hundley.

And Cruz, I ask? What was she like?

A WALK THROUGH ‘UNFINISHED’ ART

Walking through the Impressionist exhibition at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art was, simply put, surreal. Seeing works that have existed in the background of my life on posters, postcards, phone wallpapers suddenly made real, in front of me, and full of texture. It’s jarring.

The show was curated by Nicole R. Myers, PhD, chief curatorial and research officer at the Dallas Museum of Art. She walked us through each room with clarity and articulately explained deep knowledge, explaining the historical context of Impressionism not only what it looked like, but also what it meant. How these paintings, now universally beloved, were once seen as unfinished and laughable. It made me look at every canvas differently. Amada Cruz gave the opening remarks, then stepped to the side. She let the team speak but remained close. Present. Warm.

One painting that stayed with me was Monet’s “Villas at Bordighera.” The Italian Riviera, a mirror to our own American one. White buildings, terra-cotta roofs, agave, hills, sea. It could have been Santa Barbara, but instead was painted hundreds of years ago on a different continent.

Another: “Femme à sa toilette” by Louis Anquetin. A woman at her vanity, mid-grooming, her gaze so direct it catches you off guard. The longer you look, the more layered she becomes part seduction, part exhaustion, part performance. Yes, an Impressionist painting, but the eyes are so realistic, as well as the layered background of patterns, the cascading red curly hair.

The Encore exhibition followed SBMA’s own collection, including its own Monets. The walk through felt like a piece of France. Famous landmarks, artists’ studios, Parisian streets. All told through SBMA’s lens.

Together, the two shows are a beautiful explanation of a different time and place … where beauty was discovered in the “unfinished” art of day-to-day life. —Ella Heydenfelt

The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse from the Dallas Museum of Art, and Encore: 19thCentury French Art from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art are on view through January 25, 2026. This is a special ticketed exhibit; see sbma.net for details.

It’s a new day outside on the steps of SBMA.

Guests explore the Impressionist exhibit.

“Thuringian Forest” by Edvard Munch

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“Lovely. Funny. Always smiling. Cheerful and that sounds superficial, but it’s actually a really great quality in a leader,” Hundley says.

It’s not at all the ice-queen perfection of Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada (though there is a bit of that sophisticated New York air) it’s a poised yet warm presence. A style. A quiet confidence.

“She’s approachable,” Hundley says. “Even with whatever challenges come up in an institution, she was just always upbeat.”

Cruz joined SBMA in late 2021 after serving as executive director of the Seattle Art Museum. With previous leadership roles at the Phoenix Art Museum, Bard College’s Center for Curatorial Studies, and the contemporary residency program Artpace in Texas, she was no stranger to running large institutions. But it was SBMA’s setting that caught her eye.

She had visited Santa Barbara on vacation years earlier while living in L.A., and both the museum and the town stuck with her. “The lifestyle drew us the gorgeous weather and landscape. Can’t beat the mountains and sea. I had also been to the museum and was impressed by the collection and pro-

gramming. It is rare to find such a good museum in such a small town.”

The best part? “How friendly everyone is. We have been very warmly welcomed.”

Santa Barbara is definitely not the first city that comes to mind when you think of contemporary art. Cruz wants to change that.

“This city is more diverse than people think. It’s 47 percent Latinx. That’s important to represent,” she says. “We want the museum to be a place where people feel welcome not just for special occasions, but on a regular basis.”

She describes her first few months as a “listening tour,” during which she met with community members and asked them what they wanted to see in the galleries. What she heard, overwhelmingly, was openness to change.

“People were ready for us to try new things. That was very encouraging.”

Cruz is, above all, curious. She wants to know how things work whether it’s the flow of foot traffic through a gallery or the color of the walls. She added a Spanish-language option to the informative signs within the museum. She visits other museums to see how they label their collections or where they place the benches.

The brightly colored gallery walls are one of many signals that it’s a new day for SBMA.

But she also thinks big.

“The Louvre started as a fortress,” she says. “Thick walls. No windows. It was about preserving the emperor’s collection. And now? It has a glass pyramid. It’s literally transparent. That’s the shift. Museums should be open.”

She believes that shift can be philosophical as well as architectural. “We’re not an ivory tower. We should be embedded in the city within schools, the ballet, the opera. The artists. The designers. Everyone.”

It’s a worldview shaped, quite literally, by the globe: roots in Havana; an early career in New York, Los Angeles, and Phoenix; and years traveling as a curator and arts funder. Cruz lights up when talking about the Venice Biennale, the architectural drama of Madrid, or the grandeur of Paris.

The woman has seen a lot of the world. Therefore, connections and inclusivity make sense as being high upon her list of priorities. She often speaks about accessibility kids’ programs, free Thursdays, multilingual signage and always asks how the museum can reach more people.

“It’s not just about what we show,” she says. “It’s how we show it. What we emphasize. What we pair together. What stories we tell. And who we tell them to.”

Many museum directors rise through the ranks via fundraising or scholarship. Cruz comes from curation. And that, she says, gives her an edge.

“As a curator, you’re already trained to build relationships. With artists. With donors. With communities. That

was the groundwork.”

She doesn’t hide the realities of the job, either. “Yes, I have to raise money. And you do that by building trust.”

What she genuinely enjoys, though, is what can’t be bought. “I really like talking to people. I like people who are different from me. I think that might be my greatest strength.”

She laughs. “That, and optimism.”

In our sunshine town, Cruz fits right in with her sunny personality. But it’s not naïve. Her view of art is expansive and global, layered with historical context and contemporary funk. She often describes museums as civic spaces, not bunkers. As Athens, not Sparta.

“Athens had the culture, the conversation, the beauty, the art. Sparta had war. So, I ask people, ‘What do you want to be?’ ” In her view, it’s not even a question.

“She believes art is for everyone,” says Wornham. “She is not only an artist advocate but also believes in the inclusivity of the museum.”

What Cruz is building in Santa Barbara pushes the museum away from tradition and toward innovation, and that’s the point. We would not have the iconic glass pyramid of the Louvre without this outlook. Art, after all, is meant to be seen.

“We don’t have a lot of opportunities to stop and think about what makes us human. Art does that. Museums do that. It’s not just about preserving objects. It’s about celebrating human creativity.”

She pauses. “That’s what a museum is, to me.” n

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THURSDAY 10/23

10/23-10/26: S.B. Dance Theater Presents: Forum This new, evening-length work will feature collaborative choreography by SBDT company dancers with explorations and process-driven choreographic methods. Thu.-Sat.: 7:30pm; Sun.: 2pm. Hatlen Theater, UCSB, $13-$22 19. Call (805) 893-2064. theaterdance.ucsb.edu/

10/23: UCSB A&L Presents: Lila Downs Music and Dances of Mexico: Día de Muertos Grammy and Latin Grammy Award–winning icon Lila Downs will bring her powerful voice to a traditional Mexican and Mesoamerican sound with folk, jazz, blues, and originals for a vibrant celebration of Día de Muertos. 7:30pm. The Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St. $16-$93. Call (805) 893-3535. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu

10/23: Lobero LIVE Presents: Music Dialogue with Heiichiro Ohyama and Friends Conductor Heiichiro Ohyama and four esteemed Chamber Orchestra alumni will come together to prepare a sample of Antonín Dvořák’s String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 97, “American” 1st Movement Allegro non tanto with a Q&A to follow. Appetizers and cocktails: 5:30pm; performance: 6:30pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. GA: $75. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org/events

10/23: Stand-Up Comedy S.B. Laugh Cancer Away: Wendy Williams Comedy Squad The S.B. Comedy Club, dedicated to “Laugh Cancer Away” in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, invites you for a hilarious night with the Wendy Wilkins, Susan Saiger, Jennifer Vally, and Luis Moro. 7:45-9:45pm. The Red Piano, 519 State St. $20. Ages 21+. Call (805) 931-6676. tinyurl.com/Comedy-Squad

10/23: The Art of Collage and Poetry Workshop Artist Kathy Leader and Poet Laureate Emeritus David Starkey invite you to transform art into words and words into art in a journey into mixed media, with poetry and collage for all levels of experience. All-level creatives invited! 5pm. Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. $85. Call (310) 339-6289. theart-process.com/events

10/23: CWC Global Film Screening: Foragers Shot in the Golan Heights, the Galilee, and Jerusalem, 2022’s documentary Foragers examines the fraught politics around the practice of foraging for wild edible plants and the harsh restrictions imposed by their occupiers. A recorded Zoom conversation with co-writer Rabea Eghbariah (Harvard Law School) will follow the screening and end with a live discussion. 7-9pm. Pollock Theater, UCSB. Free. Call (805) 893-4637. carseywolf.ucsb.edu

10/23-10/25: The Theatre Group at SBCC Presents: Arms and the Man See this romantic comedy, set during the 1885 Serbo-Bulgarian War, that follows Raina Petkoff as she chooses between her fiancé, the rather dense but dashingly handsome war hero Sergius Saranoff, and a more battle-scarred but charismatic mercenary from the opposing army, Captain Bluntschli. 7:30pm. Garvin Theatre, SBCC West Campus, 721Cliff Dr. $19-$29. Call (805) 965-5935. theatregroupsbcc.com

10/23-10/26: Ensemble Theatre Company Presents: War of the Worlds: The Panic Broadcast Travel back to October 30, 1938, and relive the legendary broadcast that was directed and narrated by Orson Welles’s adaptation of HG Wells’s novel of the same name that sent the nation into panic. This immersive, 90-minute production (with no intermission) recreates the infamous radio drama that blurred the line between fiction and reality. Thu.: 7:30pm; Fri.: 8pm; Sat.: 3 and 8pm; Sun.: 2pm. The New Vic Theatre, 33 W. Victoria St. $25$104. Call (805) 965-5400. etcsb.org/whats-on

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10/24, 10/29: S.B. Reads Kickoff and Creator’s Club On Friday, pick up your free copy of the S.B. Reads title and graphic novel The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen, contribute to a community art piece, and register for upcoming S.B. Reads book clubs, workshops, and special events! On Wednesday, kids can participate in an activity inspired by The Magic Fish Fri.: 5-6:30pm. Michael Towbes Upper Plaza, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Call (805) 962-7653; Wed.: 2-3pm. Eastside Library, 1102 E. Montecito St. Grades K-6. Free. Call (805) 963-3727. tinyurl.com/SB-Reads-Kickoff tinyurl.com/Creators-Club

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PANELISTS

Vicente Diaz, Professor of American Indian and Indigenous Studies, UCLA

Walter Echo-Hawk, Former President of the Pawnee Nation

Cristina Gonzales, Registrar, Santa Rosa Rancheria

Eric Hemenway, Anishnaabe Historian, Michigan Historical Commission

Amrah Salomón, Assistant Professor of English, UCSB

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SATURDAY 10/25

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10/24, 10/26: New Beginnings of S.B. Presents: Every Brilliant Thing This one-man play by co-creator and star Jonny Donahue follows a child who, to lift his mother’s spirits, begins a heartfelt list of life’s small joys that grows over the years and comes to shape their own journey in this benefit for New Beginnings. Fri.: 7pm; Sun.: 2pm. Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo Nuevo. $53. Email lorsua@sbnbcc.org centerstagetheater.org

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SATURDAY 10/25

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10/25: Sangam S.B. Presents: India’s Festival of Lights: Diwali Utsav Join for appetizers and a buffet dinner, music, dance, and fun to acknowledge the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance celebrated annually by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains. RSVP and pre-order your food. 3-9pm. Dos Pueblos High School, 7266 Alameda Ave., Goleta. Ages 5-12: $18; GA: $30. Email kk93110@gmail.com tinyurl.com/2025-Diwali

10/25: UCSB A&L Presents Blind Boys of Alabama, Cory Henry Enjoy an evening of Hammond B3 funk, rich harmonies, and the soul sound of the Civil Rights era from two-time Grammy Award–winning gospel quartet the Blind Boys of Alabama joined by Cory Henry, 2025 Best Roots Gospel Album Grammy Award winner. 7:30pm. Campbell Hall, UCSB. UCSB students: $15; GA: $48-$63. Call (805) 893-3535. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu

10/25: Flying Miz Daisy Vintage Market Shop unique finds from more than 60 curated vendors, from retro treasures to timeless antiques, in a vintage atmosphere. 9am-3pm. Old Mission Santa Inés, 1760 Mission Dr., Solvang. Free. Email flyingmizdaisy@gmailcom flyingmizdaisy.com

10/25: Tunnel Books Workshop Artist Karen Schroeder will teach you how to create a book that reveals a miniature scene or landscape when pulled open, offering a three-dimensional depth illusion when viewed from a single point. 2-4pm. EE Makerspace, Art From Scrap, 302 E. Cota St. $35-$40. Email jill@ExploreEcology.org exploreecology.org/event/tunnel-books

10/25: Alpha Resource Center’s Fourth Annual Plane Pull Create a team of 10 and raise $1,000 to compete in a tug of war with an Alaska Airlines 737 airplane weighing more than 100,000 pounds. Pull the airplane 20 feet and the fastest time in each division will be crowned division champion! Prizes will also be awarded to the team and individual who raises the most money. Funds raised will go toward the Alpha Resource Center. 10am-3pm. S.B. Airport, 1503 Cook Pl. Free. Email jhenson@alphasb.org. secure.frontstream.com/planepull2025

10/25: Battle of the Bands The Rhythm Industrial Complex will go band to band with The Brasscals for an old-school battle of the bands. Each group will set up on opposite sides of the courtyard and take turns playing for an hour at a time until one band submits. 2-6pm. Fox Wine Co, and Topa Topa Brewing Co., 120 Santa Barbara St. Free. Call (805) 324-4150. tinyurl.com/Band-Battle

10/25: New Backcountry Casitas Opening Weekend

Explore three brand-new Backcountry Casitas, imaginative, sustainable playhouses designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and outdoor discovery for visitors of all ages. 10am. The Backcountry Basecamp, S.B. Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd. Free-$20. (805) 6824726. sbbotanicgarden.org/calendar

SUNDAY 10/26

10/26: Chaucer’s Author Talk and Signing: Scott Ellsworth New York Times best-selling author Scott Ellsworth will talk about and sign copies of 2025’s Midnight on the Potomac: The Last Year of The Civil War, the Lincoln Assassination, and the Rebirth of America, the riveting saga of the last year of the Civil War — and a revealing new account of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. 3pm. Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St. Free. Call (805) 682-6787. chaucersbooks.com/events

MONDAY 10/27

10/27: S.B. Vocal Jazz Foundation Presents Journey Through Jazz In the lead up to this final performance, students in this residency program have learned basic singing and performance skills from early Dixieland to today’s Fusion jazz, while also learning basic singing, jazz terms, American jazz history, and ethnic/music diversity. 7:15pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. Free. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org/events

TUESDAY 10/28

10/28: The Multicultural Center and the Walter H. Capps Center for the Study of Ethics, Religion, and Public Life Present: Indigenous Religious Traditions and Law Focusing on questions concerning repatriation, land access, education, and diverse forms of sovereignty, panelists will explore the intersection of Indigenous religious traditions and law. 4pm. MCC Theater, MultiCultural Ctr., UCSB. Free. Email info@cappscenter.ucsb.edu tinyurl.com/Indigenous-Traditions

WEDNESDAY 10/29

10/29: Camerata Pacifica Featuring Gilles Vonsattel These landmark works for solo piano by Beethoven and Chopin, as well as a Mozart tour de force for woodwinds and horn that will launch “Beethoven 32,” a momentous three-year cycle featuring Principal Pianist Gilles Vonsattel on all 32 of Beethoven’s piano sonatas in a hybrid blend of solo recitals and chamber programs. 7-9pm. Music Academy, 1070 Fairway Rd. $35, $75. Email info@cameratapacifica .org cameratapacifica.org/concerts-25-26

S.B.’s Complete Guide to Halloween Happenings, Haunts, and Fun, Part I

If you’re looking for Halloween festivities and fun, please peruse our Halloween Guide, Part I.

With pumpkins to pick, candy to collect, and curious crafts to create

Adult offerings and haunted houses for frights, ghosts to meet, and other bumps in the night

Our list of mischief making is massive, it’s true, but wait ’til you see S.B’s Complete Guide to Halloween Happenings, Haunts, and Fun, Part II.

by Terry Ortega

PUMPKIN PATCHES

10/23-10/29: Boccali Ranch Pumpkin Patch Enjoy the country air and choose from a variety of pumpkins and produce, with hayrides on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5pm (no hayride on Halloween). Open through October 31. 10am-7pm. Boccali Ranch Pumpkin Patch, 3277 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai. Free; hayrides: $5. Call (805) 669-7077. boccalipumpkins.com

10/23-10/29: Big Wave Dave’s Pumpkin Patch Enjoy kids’ activities and photo opps as you find the perfect pumpkin, from mini to giant, as well as home decor and carving tools. Open through October 31. Thu., Mon.-Wed.: 11am-8pm; Fri.-Sun.: 10am-9pm. La Cumbre Plaza (Macy’s parking lot), 3865 State St. Free. Call (805) 218-0282. bigwavedaveschristmastrees.com

10/23-10/29: Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch and Maze Immerse yourself in more than 50 pumpkin varieties, a kids’ corn maze, the 14-acre corn maze, farm-grown popcorn, and kettle corn. Open through November 2. 10am-6pm. Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch, 1035 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang. Free. Call (805) 331-1948. facebook.com/SolvangFarmerPumkinPatch

10/23-10/29: Lane Farms Pumpkin Patch Pick the perfect pumpkin and enjoy hayrides, farm animals, tractors, educational displays, and the corn maze (closes daily at 6:45pm). Open through October 31. Thu.-Fri., Mon.-Wed.: noon-7pm; Sat.-Sun.: 10am-7pm. Lane Farms, 308 S. Walnut Ln. Free. Call (805) 964-3773. lanefarmssb.com

10/23-10/29: Montecito Country Mart Honor System Pumpkin Patch Pick from organic, heirloom pumpkins, then place your cash payment in the white drop box, via the QR code, or, for credit card payment, purchase at the Trading Post. Open through October 31. 9am-6pm. Montecito Country Mart, 1016 Coast Village Rd., Montecito. Free montecitocountrymart.com/events

10/23-10/29: Zellers Farms Pumpkin Patch 2025 Wind your way through the corn maze; meet the baby ducks, chicks, and pigs; and pick out the perfect pumpkin. Open until the last pumpkin is sold. Thu.-Fri., Mon.-Wed.: 2-6pm; Sat.-Sun.: 10am-6pm. Zellers Farms, 2050 Sweeney Rd., Lompoc. Admission: donations of $5+ accepted. Free. Call (805) 757-7906 or email merrickzellers@gmail.com tinyurl.com/Zellers-Farms

10/23-10/29: Los Olivos Scarecrow Festival Walk around town to see all the scarecrows humorous, most natural, the scariest, and more and then vote for your favorite. Visit the website for locations. Scarecrows on display through October 31. Free losolivosca.com/scarecrowfest

10/23-10/29: Santa Ynez Valley Scarecrow Festival Scarecrows will be displayed around the six townships of Ballard, Buellton, Los Alamos, Santa Ynez, and Solvang with one community to win the Annual Harvest Cup. Visit the website for locations and to cast your vote. Scarecrows on display through October 31. Free syvscarecrows.com

Be on the lookout for S.B’s Complete Guide to Halloween Happenings, Haunts, and Fun, Part II, to be published on Thursday, October 30, and visit our online calendar for more events.

Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patcha and Maze

The Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch Night Maze

Explore the 14-acre corn maze and search for five hidden symbols on the maze patch scavenger hunt … and don’t forget your flashlight. Visit the website for the full list of rules. 5:30pm-9pm (last entry). 1035 Alamo Pintado

TRICK-OR-TREATING

10/24: Santa Barbara Family YMCA Fall Festival Wear your costume to join for safe trick-or-treating from decorated cars, the floating pumpkin patch (register online), pumpkin decorating, and an all-ages Zumba costume party. Trunk or Treat: 3-5pm; floating pumpkin patch: 4-6; pumpkin decorating: 5-6pm; Zumba: 5:30-7pm. S.B. Family YMCA, 36 Hitchcock Wy. Call (805) 687-7727. Free-$15. Call (805) 687-7727. ciymca.org/events/fall-festival

10/24-10/26: Boo at the Zoo Get into the Halloween spirit and dress in costume to enjoy safe, traffic-free trick-or-treating; bounce houses; animal encounters; spooky story time; a live deejay for dancing; and plenty of surprises. Seasonal snacks and boo-zy adult beverages will be available for purchase. 5-8pm. S.B. Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. Children: $15-$18; adults: $22-$25; parking: free-$11. Call (805) 962-5339. sbzoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo

10/24-10/25: Spooktacular Evening at Solvang Visitors Center Get ready for some not-too-spooky trick-or-treating fun at the magically transformed “Heks Hus” (Danish for “Witch House”). 6-8pm. Solvang Visitors Center, 1639 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. Free. Call (805) 465-7298. tinyurl.com/Solvang-Halloween2025

10/25: Safe, Spooky Old Town Lompoc Trick-or-Treat Little goblins and witches can wander, laugh, and collect candy without worry from more than 30 local businesses and organizations who will pass out treats and host fun activities, including face painting and carnival games. 2-4pm. Old Town Lompoc, S. H St., Lompoc. Free. Ages 12 and under with an adult. Call (805) 736-4567. tinyurl.com/Lompoc-Halloween

10/25: Downtown S.B. Halloween Trick-or-Treat Show off your costumes and visit the downtown businesses for a safe trick-or-treat experience. 3-6pm. Downtown S.B. Free. Email christy@downtownsb.org. tinyurl.com/SB-Trick-Treat

10/25: Cars & Community Trunk or Treat Block Party Dress up and decorate your car at this free family-friendly event hosted by the Community Hot Rod Project and Draughtsman Aleworks with brews and food for purchase. Noon -5pm. Draughtsmen Aleworks, 53 Santa Felicia Dr., Goleta. Free tinyurl.com/Block-Party-Goleta

10/29: Sneak Peek & Halloween Treats at Cottage Bring the family for face painters, all-age crafts, refreshments, and Halloween treats. Enter the costume contest for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch. Take a tour of the new Cottage Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinics before they open for care. 3-6pm. 2401 Bath St. Free tinyurl.com/Halloween-Cottage

ESPECIALLY FUN FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES

10/24: The Crafter’s Library: Apple-Stamped Treat Bags Crafters will use apples as stamps to create pumpkin shapes on tote bags, then paint extra spooky details for a one-of-a-kind treat bag! Children under 10 years old must attend with an adult. 5-6:30pm. 9 E. Figueroa St. $45. Call (805) 770-3566. thecrafterslibrary.com/calendar

10/24-10/25: Solvang Haunted House Fair This spooky pop-up market, held in conjunction with the Haunted House, will feature area artisans and crafters selling unique, one-of-a-kind treasures, with bites and drinks for purchase. 5-10pm. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang. Ages 12 and under: $10; GA: $15. Call (805) 465-7298. tinyurl.com/Solvang-Halloween2025

10/24-10/25: Going Batty: A Living Exhibit at the Nature Center Meet in front of the Nature Center for a docent talk and Q&A and then watch a living exhibit of local bats as they come out of their bat boxes to feed. 6:25-7:25pm. Neal Taylor Nature Ctr., 2265 Hwy. 154. Donations accepted ($10/ vehicle fee). Call (805) 6930691 or emailinfo@clnaturecenter.org clnaturecenter.org/ going-batty

10/26: The 14th Annual Down Syndrome Association of S.B. County (DSASBC) Halloween Hoedown Join for a BBQ dinner, games, a costume contest, dancing to live music from Dusty Jugz, and a silent auction with proceeds to benefit the DSASBC. 5-9pm. S.B. Carriage and Western Art Museum of S.B., 129 Castillo St. Children ages 3-17: $10; adults with disabilities: $15, GA: $25. Call (805) 886-4411. dsasbc.org

10/25: Altar-Making Workshop with Rebecca Zendhaus Join in the gathering together to remember departed loved ones by making memorial altars or memento boxes using collage and other paper craft. Materials will be provided, but you can bring photos and personal items to use (including wood and natural material containers). 6-8:30pm. Flow Yoga & Wellness, 4441 Hollister Ave. $33. Email zendohous@gmail.com. sbflowyoga.com/events

10/25: Halloween Skate Put on your best costume for a spooky Halloween skate public session and a chance to win prizes and enjoy a week full of festive fun on the ice! Fri.: Teen Night, 7-9pm; Sat.: 1:30-4:30pm; Sun.: 6-9pm; Tue.: College Night, 7:15-10:15pm. Ice in Paradise, 6985 Santa Felicia Dr., Goleta. $15. Call (805) 879-1550. iceinparadise.org/upcoming-events

10/26: The Crafter’s Library: Kids’ Craft Hour: Paper Plate Jacko-Lantern Families are encouraged to stop by any time to join Dr. Devon Christman (PhD in childhood education) to paint, cut, glue, and curl paper to create a paper plate jack-o-lantern. Grown-ups must supervise children at all times. Registration required. 10am-noon. 9 E. Figueroa St. $20. Call (805) 770-3566. thecrafterslibrary.com/calendar

10/26: Free Halloween Pipe Organ Concert Experience Halloween classics from Bach to Burton in a 30-minute concert on the pipe organ played by renowned organist Thomas Mellan. 11am. First United Methodist Church, 305 E. Anapamu St. Free. Email pastorrobb@fumcsb.org fumcsb.org/news-announcements

SPOOKY SUGGESTIONS

10/29: Free Trunk or Treat & Frankenstein Organ Concert See the short and spooky silent films Frankenstein (1910) and The Haunted Castle (1897), both rated G, accompanied by live organ music followed by Halloween-themed classic rock on the patio with Bushwood (Brian Slattery’s band). Screenings: 5:30 and 6pm; band: 5pm. First Presbyterian Church, 21 E. Constance Ave. Free. Email ahansen@fpcsb.org. tinyurl.com/Movies-Spooky

10/25: Lompocalypse Zombie Walk Join the Dead (costumed zombies) who will walk and shamble from 1036 North H St. (former Alfie’s Fish & Chips) to Jupiter Sparks and Centennial Park on South H. Come at 3pm for makeup, fake blood, and face painting by artist Ms. Glow and walk at 5pm. Free tinyurl.com/Lompocalypse-2025

10/23-10/29: Solvang Ghost Tour Participate in a hands-on ghost hunting tour with a paranormal investigator, hear tales of the historic Danish village of Solvang, and meet the spirits who may still linger. 8pm. Daily tours go through October 31. $50; non-believer: $100. Solvang Center, 1637 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. Call (415) 446-1580 or email info@thehauntghosttours .com. thehauntghosttours.com/solvang

10/24-10/25: Solvang Parks and Recreation 31st Annual Halloween Haunted House Brace yourself for this year’s theme, “Nightmares… They Never End,” which will bring your deepest fears to life. 6-9:30pm; Kid-Friendly(er) version: 6-6:30pm. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang. Ages 12 and under: $10; GA: $15. Call (805) 465-7298. tinyurl.com/Solvang-Halloween2025

10/25: World Dance for Humanity: THRILLER 2025 As part of this global event, thousands of zombies will rise at the same moment, and more than 100 at the S.B. Courthouse, for a family-friendly dance party and performance. Proceeds will go toward the Nicole Greenwood Rwanda Education Fund and the Westside Boys & Girls Club. 2-3:30pm. S.B. County Courthouse Sunken Gardens, 1100 Anacapa St. Free-donations accepted. Email world danceforhumanity@gmail.com worlddanceforhumanity.org/thriller

10/24: Ghost Walk Join for a guided, immersive, hands-on experience with authentic ghost hunting equipment where you will learn the fundamentals of ghost hunting, engage in paranormal sensory experiences, and investigate an S.B. ghost story with Romeo and Juliet vibes. 7-8:30pm. Downtown Post Office, 836 Anacapa St. $55. Email hello@paranormalsb.com tickettailor.com/events/soltisproductions

Rd., Solvang. $15. Call (805) 331-1948.

COURTESY PHOTOS

Santa Barbara Family YMCA Fall Festival

Free Trunk or Treat & Frankenstein Organ Concert

The Crafter’s Library: Apple-Stamped Treat Bags

Going Batty: A Living Exhibit at the Nature Center

Ghost Walk

JOURNALISM FUND FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE

Mickey Flacks was a dogged advocate for affordable housing, among other progressive causes, so the Santa Barbara Independent launched the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund soon after she died in 2020 to keep her work alive.

GROWN-UP FUN

McDermott’s quest is only possible due to the generosity of our readers who have supported the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund. Christina is on the job. We want to keep it that way. Please give generously. Thanks to her fellowship, our reporter Christina McDermott spends many of her waking hours trying to unravel Santa Barbara’s forbiddingly complex and expensive housing landscape. Christina McDermott

Read Why You Should Donate and Find all of Christina’s Work below independent.com/mickeyflacksfellow

10/24-10/25: SBPAL’s Haunted House and Maze/La Casa Embrujada y el laberinto de SBPPAL The bell rings the spirits rise at S.B. Jr. High! Follow the maze that begins beneath the school. All proceeds will benefit SBJH ASB and S.B. Police Activities League. Suena la campana … ¡y se anima el ambiente en la escuela secundaria S.B. Jr. High! Sigue el laberinto que comienza debajo de la escuela. Todos los ingresos se destinarán a SBJH ASB y S.B. Police Activities League Fri.: 5-7:30pm; Sat.: 6-9pm. S.B. Jr. High School, 721 E. Cota St. $5-$7. Fright level: ages 12+. tinyurl.com/HauntedHouse-CasaEmbrujada

10/25-10/26: S.B. Cemetery All Hallows Saturday and Sunday Tour This three-hour, one-mile walking tour will provide a history of the cemetery and includes a visit to the world-famous chapel designed and built by George Washington Smith and Lutah Maria Riggs (first licensed female architect in S.B.), the chapel murals, and the burial sites of town leaders. 10am-1pm. S.B. Cemetery, 901 Channel Dr. $25. Call (805) 969-3231. sbcemtours.com/1025-tours

10/24: Ghost Hunt Paranormal Walking Tour

Take a guided paranormal investigator walking tour of unique haunted locations in Presidio East and West with immersive sensory experiences and the use of ghost hunting equipment. 9-10:30pm. Downtown Post Office, 836 Anacapa St. $55. Email hello@paranormalsb.com. tickettailor.com/events/soltisproductions

10/23-10/29: From Dusk ’Til Dawn Halloween PopUp Enjoy cocktails with a bite (for purchase), haunting decor, and spooky movies. 3pm. Dusk Bar, Drift S.B., 524 State St. Free. Ages 21+. Call (855) 721-2658. tinyurl.com/Dusk-PopUp

10/23: Creepy Crafting Night Bring whatever craft you’re making and hang out with fellow Planned Parenthood supporters while you work. Upcycle fall decor, revamp your Halloween costume, or make something new. Jewels, glue, scissors, paper, ribbon, glitter, stickers, paint, brushes, magazines, and markers will be provided. 5:30pm. Third Window Brewing, 406 E. Haley St., Ste. 3. $5. Email isela.trujillo@ ppcentralcoast.org. tinyurl.com/Creepy-Crafting

10/24: Friendship Center Fall Fundraiser: Halloween Disco Enjoy small bites, entertainment, raffle, auction, live music, and a good time, all to support programs for older adults living with dementia or similar memory challenges. 6-9pm. Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. $175. Call (805) 969-0859. fcsb.org/disco

10/27: Mixed-Media Ghost Stories Workshop Andrew Baker will guide you to craft your own eerily illuminated ghost story using weird and wonderful vintage finds. All materials and tools are included. 6-8pm. EE Makerspace, Art from Scrap, 302 E. Cota St. $20-$25. Ages 13+. Email jill@ExploreEcology.org exploreecology.org/event/mixed-media-ghost-stories

10/25: Fields of Funk Wear a costume, bring blankets or chairs, bring a picnic or

SBPAL’s Haunted House and Maze/La Casa Embrujada y el laberinto de SBPPAL

From Dusk ’Til Dawn Halloween Pop-Up

Mixed-Media Ghost Stories Workshop

Fields of Funk

10/25: S.B. Halloween Bar Crawl Check in for the bar crawl at the Unbearable Skee Lodge between 4-8pm. Enjoy a spooky evening where tickets include live music/bands/deejays, Halloween-themed drink specials, free entry into the best bars of the area, and more. 4-11pm. Unbearable Skee Lodge, 12 W. Haley St. $20-$25. Ages 21+. tinyurl.com/Halloween-Crawl-Oct25

10/26: Bloody Sunday Brunch Pop-Up Costumes are encouraged for this fun-filled brunch with a Bloody Mary bar loaded with all the trimmings, Monster Micheladas, Bottomless Macabre Mimosas, and dance beats from the deejay. 11am-2pm. Finch & Fork, 31 W. Carrillo St. Prices vary. Call (805) 879-9100. tinyurl.com/Bloody-SundayBrunch

10/26: Wraiths & Wine Tasting: Guided Wine + Ghost Hunting Tour You will be shown how to use ghost hunting equipment and given an overview of the haunted landscape during a wine tasting before exploring specific points in the Presidio neighborhood that have paranormal phenomena. 5-7pm. Kunin Wines, 831 Santa Barbara St. $105. Email hello@ paranormalsb.com. tickettailor.com/events/soltisproductions

Wraiths & Wine Tasting: Guided Wine + Ghost Hunting Tour

FRIDAY FEB 6

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Don McLean

Known as the “American Troubadour,” singer-songwriter Don McLean achieved international fame with hits like “American Pie,” “Vincent’” and “Castles in the Air.” He received the BBC Lifetime Achievement Award, was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and has released more than 20 studio albums since his debut in 1970.

THE DJANGO FESTIVAL ALLSTARS

FRIDAY NOV 21

Get ready for a musical experience that’s electric, virtuosic, and straight from the heart. The Django Festival Allstars bring the legendary Django Reinhardt’s gypsy jazz legacy roaring into the 21st century — and it’s hotter than ever. This all-acoustic ensemble blends old-school swing with fresh energy and contemporary flair.

GRAPHIC NOVEL THE MAGIC FISH IS 2025 S.B. READS BOOK

FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS BEGIN OCTOBER 24

Santa Barbara Reads is trying something new: a graphic novel.

This year, the library’s annual citywide reading program is featuring The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen, and the book already has readers and librarians talking.

Each year, the Santa Barbara Public Library gives away free copies and hosts events so the whole community can read, discuss, and connect over a single story this year’s pick dives into complex themes in a way that speaks to readers of all ages.

Adult Services Librarian Paige Sundstrom emphasized that a graphic novel doesn’t only cater to young audiences. The craft of blending dense, sensitive subjects into a digestible format is something that The Magic Fish does effortlessly making this year’s S.B. Reads choice approachable for all ages.

“This book explores themes of identity, belonging, self-expression, and immigration,” Sundstrom said. “The power of communicating with the people we love, in a way that makes sense, is a topic that will resonate across generations.”

Written and illustrated by Trung Le Nguyen, the semi-autobiographical story follows a young Vietnamese American boy navigating identity, cultural differences, and the language barriers between him and his immigrant parents.

How do you connect when basic expressive words aren’t even available to you? By reading fairy tales with his mother, the main character discovers that the lessons shining through fantasy often mirror reallife struggles. And in those moments, the gaps in understanding feel smaller.

Nguyen explains in his author’s note that the story is about more than immigration or identity it’s about “the quiet yearnings, the ambient heartaches, and the thousand other little indignities of feeling lost in your own tongue.”

“The format of a graphic novel offers a unique blend of visual storytelling and emotional depth,” Sundstrom said. “The illustrations create an accessible and engaging read for folks. They can connect over both the words on the page as well as the images.”

S.B. Reads has invited the community to examine the world from different points of view for nearly 23 years and is funded through the annual support of the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation. The connection, engagement, and sheer love of reading drive the program, but the meticu-

lously picked books follow a separate set of rules.

“This is my third year running the program,” Sundstrom said. “[The Magic Fish] had been recommended to us by staff members for several years, and the unique blend of visual storytelling and emotional depth present topics that I think are quite timely.”

The library is taking advantage of the novel’s layered storytelling and will be hosting multiple events centered around the themes that are well-suited to today’s conversations.

The program kicks off October 24 at the Library Plaza at 5 p.m., with a community art event with artist Veronica Sanchez, where attendees will help create a collaborative painting and enjoy Kin Bakeshop doughnuts.

But that’s just the first of many creative, handson workshops planned throughout the monthlong program including a partnership with UCSB’s Vietnamese Student Association at the Montecito Library, an open-mic storytelling night at the Central Library, and a family event at the Eastside branch.

Print copies in English and Spanish will be available while supplies last at all library branches, and readers can also find e-books through their digital collection.

But what about an audiobook? Isn’t the whole point of a graphic novel the visual component?

“I was really curious what an audio version of

a graphic novel would sound like, but it’s actually dramatized with sound effects and music,” Sundstrom said. “Also, a few different folks voice the characters, so it can be totally accessible for everyone.”

It’s about bringing families together, she explained. Whether it’s grabbing a free copy, joining a discussion, creating art, or simply reading the book, the themes in The Magic Fish transcend cultural boundaries.

“My favorite part of this job is partnering with the community and meeting all of these incredible and talented folks in town,” Sundstrom said. “We’re encouraging [families] to tell their stories, and really just bring them together.”

—Izadora Hamm

For the complete schedule of S.B. Reads events, see bit.ly/47dgqN0.

The Greek tragedy Antigone (by Sophocles) is a story from the early days of the Western theater tradition. In the play, Antigone’s brothers die on opposite sides of a political conflict. The winning side decrees that she cannot mourn the death of her fallen “enemy-of-the-state” brother, but, ever loyal to family, Antigone defies the long arm of the law. Westmont presents Antigonick, an adaptation of this classic tale by Anne Carson, October 24 to November 1.

“Anne Carson has done a very special thing with this translation,” says student dramaturg Ashley Clark. “She does away with the fluff that makes Antigone an ‘unreachable’ Greek tragedy to the average theatergoer. By stripping the story down to its most essential aspects … the barrier between the story and the 21st-century audience vanishes.”

Director Mitchell Thomas says many Antigone adaptations are too text-heavy, lacking space for exploration. “Carson’s version is a distilled-down, poetic structure of the show that allows for movement and music and atmosphere and bodies in a way that I found very compelling and exciting.”

A new character, Nick, exists both inside and outside of the story. “Carson is interested in the concept of time,” says Thomas. “The overlay of time estranges the action the play is going on, but outside, there’s Nick, someone who’s present, living now on the stage, watching.”

Clark calls Antigonick “an effort to participate in a timeless, ongoing scholastic conversation about the Sophocles play and its ruminations on family, despair, resistance, resilience, burden, duty, and, perhaps above all, love.”

The play is ancient, yet Antigone/Antigonick’s battle between the rights of the individual versus the law of the state feels resonant.

“Antigone spoke to audiences 2,500 years ago and is still speaking to us today,” says Thomas. “We’re not alone in feeling the injustice and pain and misery and tragedy…. It leaves us yearning for a more just and peaceful world.”

—Maggie Yates

The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen is this year’s S.B. Reads book.

Adult Services Librarian Paige Sundstrom shows off some of the S.B. Reads swag.

A rehearsal for Westmont College’s production of Antigonick

Political Commentator and New York Times Columnist

Ezra Klein

Abundance

Tue, Nov 4 / 7:30 PM / Arlington Theatre

“One of the country’s keenest political observers.” Foreign Affairs

An Evening with David

Civil Rights Lawyer and Former President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund

Sherrilyn Ifill

Reimagining a New American Democracy

Thu, Nov 6 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall

“Sherrilyn Ifill is a dazzling intellectual with an uncommon ability to analyze and frame the urgent civil rights issues facing our nation.” – Bryan Stevenson

Fri, Nov 7 / 7:30 PM / Arlington Theatre

“David Sedaris is an icon of indignation in a world that keeps on irking.” The Guardian (U.K.)

National Book Award-winning Poet

An Evening with

Martín Espada

Thu, Nov 13 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall

“A captivating storyteller and memoirist... One of our most important contemporary poets.” – Joyce Carol Oates Special

Santa Barbara Favorite

GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE OG SOURCE

The Blind Boys of Alabama qualifies as one of those many regularly returning acts who have graced Santa Barbara stages, with an ever-open welcome mat. Formed in 1939 at the Alabama Institute for the Negro Deaf and Blind in Talladega, Alabama, the accomplished veteran vocal group, with rhythm section in tow, has ascended to an uncommon heights of fame, well beyond the world of gospel. The Boys boast armfuls of Grammy Awards and have collaborated with an array of artists, including Prince, Peter Gabriel, Bonnie Raitt, Ben Harper, Bon Iver, Lou Reed, Taj Mahal, Charlie Musselwhite, and Mavis Staples.

Thankfully, the Boys’ tours and travels have brought them into the 805 many times, and they’re back on Saturday, October 25, at Campbell Hall, as part of the UCSB Arts & Lectures season. Adding to the appeal is the presence of young gospel/blues sensation and B3 organist specialist Cory Henry.

The latest of the band’s numerous albums is 2023’s Echoes of the South, earning another Grammy, for Best Roots Gospel Album, with a song list including their take on Stevie Wonder’s “Heaven Help Us All” and “Friendship,” a signature song for the late, great gospel titan Pops Staples. On the opening track, “Send It On Down,” longstanding member Jimmy Carter kicks it off with a spoken (or testifying) word introduction: “Well here we are, the Blind Boys of Alabama. You know, we’ve been around a long time, but the good news is we’re still here, singing and praising God. I wonder, can I get a witness this evening?”

The oldest member of the group is the charismatic Carter, now 93 and known for his breakout moments in concerts when he heads down into the aisles, possessed of the spirit and busting into his unique dance among the people.

In an interview with Carter, I posed an icebreaker question: Has this Jimmy Carter ever performed for the “other” Jimmy Carter, of presidential fame? “No,”

he laughed uproariously. “I had the privilege of meeting Jimmy Carter, but not at the White House. It was at a Habitat for Humanity event in a small town in Alabama. I did have a chance to meet him and shake his hand.”

Looking back to the early days, Carter notes, “When the Blind Boys started out, we had nothing but an acoustic guitar. That’s all we had. But we were singing traditional gospel music. As time went on, we advanced to an electric guitar. Now we have an electric guitar, a bass guitar, a keyboard, and a drummer.”

“We go anywhere they want us to go,” says Carter. “We’ll go to churches, to an auditorium, to nightclubs, anywhere they want us to go. We’re trying to put out the gospel message, and so, wherever we can plant a seed, that’s where we go.

“When gospel first came out, it was predominantly in the Black area. But now, it has advanced. Everywhere you look, you can find gospel, somewhere. Gospel has advanced in certain ways. You’ve got traditional gospel music, and now you have contemporary gospel music. Me, myself, I prefer traditional gospel. But to please everybody, you have to sing it all, so that’s what we do. But we are a traditional gospel group, and we prefer singing that kind of music. However, we can sing it all, and that’s what we do.”

More than any other gospel group on the scene, the Blind Boys have broken out from the sizable pack and gained a broad popularity. Has that success taken Carter and his comrades by surprise?

“When we started out, we had no idea that this group would be as recognized or as successful. … I don’t like to say ‘famous.’ I don’t like that word. I’m not famous. I’m just an old Southern country boy enjoying what he’s doing.” —Josef

Woodard

Blind Boys

Pursuits

Hand-Cut Puzzles Connect to America’s Craft Past

Alongside the usual Dixieland jazz on vinyl and popping bottles of bubbly at the Loubud Wines tasting room, there’s a new soundtrack in El Paseo’s courtyard: the low hum of a scroll saw slicing through thin pieces of plywood.

by Matt Kettmann

With the smooth though speedy hands of a surgeon, Loubud’s co-proprietor Paul Hughes recently started hand-cutting jigsaw puzzle pieces on the patio, revealing how he creates the intricate designs that guests love putting together while sipping on sparkling wine.

“They love it,” said Hughes, the husband of Loubud’s founder/winemaker, Laura Hughes. When they opened their small wine bar last December, they made puzzles part of the experience, pairing tactile entertainment with the tastings. Said Paul, “We get some real puzzle heads in here.”

While Loubud may be most Santa Barbarans’ introduction to the craft, the hand-cut puzzle revival started sweeping the country years ago, with top collectors spending five to six figures on one creation. Yet Hughes is still one of only about 30 hand-cut puzzle makers in the nation, whose work is sought out by about 700 dedicated collectors. The New York Times covered the craze in July.

“I keep them small in the tasting room because people need to be able to finish them,” said Hughes, who sells those versions for as low as $30. But he makes much bigger and even multi-layered puzzles, with cut-to-orders ranging from $80 to $500 on the website. His top sale so far was a $1,200 commission.

Relying on both public domain artwork as well as pieces he’s licensed from Santa Barbara artists, Hughes glues the images to 12-ply boards of Finnish birch and finishes the back with a special Danish oil. Then he uses a jigsaw blade on the scroll saw to carve out individual pieces many of them freestyle, some carefully drawn out, most quite tiny.

“I try not to make any of the edges too regular how boring,” said Hughes. “Irregular edges help a painting’s brush work really stand out.”

His puzzles also include “pieces of whimsy,” like the musical note–shaped piece that’s part of a street scene with a man singing, or mission bells in an Old Spanish Days

piece, or a bodice in a dressmaking painting. Though his latest pieces are quite complicated, you can also see his first attempt on the tasting room bar: a thicker-blocked, fluorescent spraypainted ode to their friendly golden retriever, Taco, who’s usually wandering nearby.

Raised in the bohemian environs of Mountain Drive, Hughes dabbled in many pursuits growing up, thanks to his creative grandparents. “They always had me doing new hobbies as a kid,” said Hughes, who also plays tuba and writes crossword puzzles.

He discovered hand-cut puzzles while bored during COVID, when he saw someone on YouTube present one as a gift. “That’s an amazing thing,” he recalled. “I’ve never seen a puzzle made for someone before. That spoke to me.”

Before puzzle making and wine selling became his livelihood, the 2005 Santa Barbara High grad worked in computers, first fixing them with his uncle and then for a surveillance company that consulted with casinos around the country. He learned how to count cards but grew sick of witnessing so many people lose their money.

After meeting Laura, who’s been an assistant winemaker at Sanford Winery since 2012, he got a job with a wine industry database company. He was laid off last year, which is what pushed the Goleta-residing couple to open the tasting room just one month after their son, Eliot, was born.

Hughes continues to explore the puzzle possibilities, and he is including them as small gifts for Loubud wine club members in this season’s shipment. “It’s the first time I’ve made so many of the same image,” he told me a couple Fridays ago in a never-again tone. “It’s been a test of my patience. But I discovered some efficiencies that I wouldn’t have otherwise lessons learned!”

The craft’s original boom goes back to the post–World War I period, when former military seamstresses turned into puzzle makers. “They went from making boots and pants to making puzzles on wood,” said Hughes. “It’s a very similar motion.” They made so many that antique puzzles aren’t usually worth much these days, especially since most are faded and missing pieces.

“The top dollar goes to modern crafters,” confirmed Hughes, who’s looking forward to connecting with more of them as well as those dedicated collectors in Minneapolis next July at the Puzzle Parley. Began in 1994, this will be the 18th biennial gathering of custom jigsaw puzzlers, some of whom compete for the coveted best-in-show award.

Until then, he’ll be running his scroll saw in El Paseo when the tasting room traffic is slow, or when guests are interested in learning more. Said Hughes, “I’ll teach people how to do it, too.”

Loubud Wines tasting room (20 El Paseo; [805] 500-8533) is open Thursday-Sunday, noon-6 p.m. See loubudwines.com/puzzles.

Paul Hughes cuts a puzzle piece on his scroll saw at the Loubud Wines tasting room in El Paseo.

Paul and Laura Hughes with their son, Eliot, and dog, Taco, in the new Loubud tasting room in El Paseo.

Animals

A Pet Refuge for Domestic Violence Victims

When someone needs to escape an abusive living situation, their four-legged friends can inadvertently hold them back.

That’s why CARE4Paws, which offers resources for Santa Barbara County’s pet families in need, is fundraising to provide free, temporary shelter for animals from broken homes.

Isabelle Gullö, the organization’s cofounder and executive director, said that this new pet refuge would eliminate “the fear of leaving a beloved animal behind,” which often acts as a barrier to safety for victims of domestic violence.

It will be run as part of their Safe Haven program, which provides anonymous foster care or boarding for pets from Central Coast families exposed to domestic violence.

on their feet.”

It’s especially important now, she noted, with many shelters being overcrowded and foster placements and boarding options being scarce.

CARE4Paws Creating Temporary Boarding Facility

by Callie Fausey

The pet refuge would be a confidential, temporary boarding facility for pets that would ensure people can leave a domestic violence situation or navigate other kinds of instability, such as deportation, hospitalization, military deployment, or displacement from disasters without having to worry about the well-being of their furry companions.

The location is not public to protect pets and their owners, but will include 10 new indoor/outdoor kennels for dogs and a 40,000-square-foot-outdoor space for active pups, as well as a separate facility for cats with homelike rooms to “promote normalcy and peace.” Pets will have access to vet services, grooming, enrichment, and training during their stay, Gullö said. She hopes to open the refuge by the end of the year or early next.

She emphasized that it’s not meant to be a permanent solution: The ultimate goal is reunification once the family is safe.

“We want to make sure it’s as much of a home environment as we can create,” Gullö said. “We ultimately want to keep pets with their families but provide a safe, warm experience for animals while they’re in our care until the family is safe and back

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Adapted by JOE LANDRY

“Many survivors delay seeking help, return to their abuser, or avoid seeking assistance altogether because they fear for their pets’ safety,” according to CARE4Paws’s Safe Haven manager, Julia Black.

She said that, according to data from Humane World for Animals, “This fear is often well-founded, as 71 percent of survivors entering domestic violence shelters report that their abuser had harmed, threatened, tortured, or killed their pets.”

She added that return rates to abusive partners are significantly lower when survivors can keep their animals. CARE4Paws works with partners such as Domestic Violence Solutions for Santa Barbara County (DVS) to make sure survivors can escape a violent situation with their pets.

Tina Ballue, DVS’s director of development, said in a statement that “healing begins with safety and for many survivors, that includes their pets.”

“CARE4Paws’ Safe Haven program and the Pet Refuge are compassionate and critical resources that ensure no one has to choose between escaping violence and protecting a beloved companion. We’re proud to stand with CARE4Paws in keeping families human and animal together through life’s most difficult transitions.”

See care4paws.org/petrefuge. To donate, visit care4paws. org/donate. Survivors seeking support can contact CARE4Paws at (805) 335-7524 or safehaven@care4paws .org. Anyone in immediate danger should call 9-1-1.

Inspired by and including THE MERCURY THEATRE ON THE AIR’S INFAMOUS 1938 RADIO PLAY Directed by JAMIE TORCELLINI

CARE4Paws is fundraising to open a new “pet refuge” to help domestic violence survivors get back on their feet without having to worry about the well-being of their animals.

SANTA BARBARA’S PROFESSIONAL THEATRE

FOOD& DRINK

St. Avalo Wines Connects Via Racecars, Running, and Rare Plants

Runners, racecar drivers, and rare plant fanatics aren’t the most traditional niches for building clientele at a winery, but they’re certainly accelerating the fan base for St. Avalo Wines.

“A lot of the success we are finding is more about the lifestyle brand as opposed to just the wine,” said Oliver Ramleth, who is the son of founders Geir and Jill Ramleth and manages the project with his wife, Diana Ramleth. “Before we had any kind of presence in distribution or direct-to-consumer, our wines would make their way out into the wild via the racetrack,” said Oliver, who races vintage cars with his father on courses near and far, including Monterey’s Laguna Seca and Italy’s famed Mille Miglia. “Racing is really something that hooks us together.”

THIS LOS OLIVOS DISTRICT ESTATE FINDS SUCCESS THROUGH LIFESTYLES

BY MATT KETTMANN

The brand, whose estate vineyard is located in the Los Olivos District off of Refugio Road, regularly sponsors the Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon, which Oliver also runs. That explains the running crowd clientele.

Jill, meanwhile, is developing one of the most impressive botanic gardens in the region, full of bizarre, Seussian species like cycads, agaves, orchids, plumeria, and pachypodium. The fascinating plants grow both outside in a dry garden and inside a new greenhouse. “I wanted to grow things that could still work in the cooler temperatures,” she said, explaining that winter frosts would likely kill some species. “Everything in here is an experiment.”

She’s been into plants as long as Oliver can remember. “Even when my parents had no money and were just living out of an apartment, scraping by, she had all sorts of indoor plants,” he said. The garden remains private, but wine club members can visit during pick-up parties.

Hobbies are actually what drew Geir and Jill down from the Bay Area in the first place. Geir, who is from Norway, was into sailing he also once held the world record

for powerboat speed racing and Jill, who is from Canada’s Yukon Territory, was hooked on horses and gardening.

After meeting on a train in Austria decades ago, Geir moved to California to be with Jill, then built his fortune as a pioneer of cloud computing. They bought the Santa Ynez Valley ranch in 2007 and kept it for more than a decade, primarily as a weekend getaway for the family, which includes Olvier’s brother and sister.

But Geir had befriended Felipe Hernandez, one of the region’s legendary vineyard managers, and Hernandez kept urging him to plant wine grapes. That’s what happened around 2018, when the family put in nearly 10 acres of sauvignon blanc, vermentino, pinot grigio, gamay noir, sangiovese, dornfelder, cabernet sauvignon, and nero d’Avola. They also lease some of the historic Oak Savannah Vineyard, selling some fruit but also using some to make their rosé.

The name is a shortened version of Javaloe, a combination of Geir’s name which can mean “javelin” in Norwegian and Jill’s love for aloes. They dropped the first and last letter to get Avalo. “I made it up,” said Geir. “I jokingly say it’s the saint of bullshit.”

The first vintage was in 2021, and they now make about 1,700 cases annually of eight estate wines, which they sell through their Los Olivos tasting room. Plenty goes straight to their wine club, which also receives a quarterly broadsheet newspaper that covers the goings-on at the winery and elsewhere.

Oliver is just happy to be here. “In software, you deal with so many fake people,” he said. “But meeting the people in this industry and making those connections has been pretty awesome. Starting from zero and seeing where we are today and where we hope to be has been an awesome ride and a great learning experience.”

St. Avalo Wines will give a free tasting to customers who bring a copy of this article into their tasting room in Los Olivos (2963 Grand Ave., Ste. B; [805]424-3125; stavalo.com).

Mony’s Is Now at UCSB

ASanta Barbara staple is expanding its reach. Mony’s Taqueria, which is beloved in its original Funk Zone location for its homestyle Mexican cooking, has opened a new location in UC Santa Barbara’s (UCSB) University Center (UCEN), providing students, staff, and visitors with the same tasty flavors that have made them a local favorite.

grilled onions and pineapple), our carnitas, and barbacoa.” The menu includes burritos, tacos, and bowls crafted in a timely manner to accommodate students with busy schedules.

BELOVED MEXICAN FLAVORS ARE NOW ON CAMPUS

Founded by Monica “Mony” Diaz, a native of Colima, Mexico, Mony’s originally began as a food truck before opening its iconic Anacapa Street location in 2013. It has since become a local treasure, known for its authentic flavors, friendly service, and homestyle Mexican cooking.

The expansion to the UCEN came about after UCSB approached the restaurant. “[We] thought it would be a great opportunity to be involved within the UCSB community and surrounding Goleta area,” said Carlos Diaz, owner of Mony’s and son of Mony Diaz.

In terms of menu items, they brought their “most popular flavors,” Diaz said, “like the al pastor (marinated pork with

Mony’s at the UCEN will also be the only spot that will serve alcoholic beverages on campus. “We hope to be able to provide an enjoyable environment where students can unwind in between classes and enjoy some tacos, maybe a beer or two,” said Diaz. The taco spot will also be open during the special events that the UCEN hosts and will provide catering services to any clubs or organizations on campus.

Diaz shared that he’s most looking forward to becoming a part of the UCSB community. For him, opening a new location isn’t just about expanding, it’s about sharing the authenticity and comfort of Mony’s food. “Our intention has always been in having Mom’s [Mony’s] cooking as the focus of the restaurant,” Diaz said. “We believe that becomes evident when you taste our basics like the beans and rice which are prepared [fresh] every day. Eating at Mony’s truly feels like a home-cooked meal, when food is made with intention and love.”

The new Mony’s location is downstairs of the UCEN next to Root Burger and Panda Express, serving up vibrant flavors just steps from the infamous lagoon. For more information, see monyssb.com.

Oliver (left) and Geir Ramleth at the 1000 Miglia

Mony’s Taqueria is now at the UCEN.

BY ALICE DEHGHANZADEH

An Enchanted Mexican Evening at El Encanto

The dish before me is called Arte, topped with a 2x4-inch piece of edible paper printed with a colorful abstract by noted Mexican artist Olga Hernandez. Her work on Saatchi Art goes for tens of thousands of dollars, and I’m going to consume it. Beneath it lies a base of jocoque (think Mexican labneh, made from goat’s milk) and a fine dice of jacube (cactus), watermelon, pecans, and beans.

On the taste buds, it all adds up to, well, art sweet, salty, savory, silky, surprising. This is just course number two of six at an edition of El Encanto’s Culinary Series, bringing renowned chefs in for special evenings. On October 11, that meant a visit from Rodrigo Rivera-Río of Koli. The dinner saved us a trip to Monterrey, Mexico, but delivered all the glory of his Michelin-starred restaurant. What’s clear: Rebel Hotel Company, the new management since the sale of the resort from Belmond, is doing their best to uphold the storied thoughts we have of a property as well-heeled as El Encanto. It doesn’t hurt that while dining on the veranda, you get to watch owls sweep into the nearby trees as the night’s entertainment.

BRINGS HIS ARTISTRY TO CULINARY SERIES

BY GEORGE YATCHISIN

Rivera-Río was offering a variation of Koli’s current tasting menu, Pragmático. Each plate had its story to tell, and the hope was, if Google Translate can be trusted: “to create an exceptional organoleptic experience.” That is, taste doesn’t just hit you via the tongue, but via all your organs. For instance, you were instructed to eat course one, Mar y Tierra, with your fingers, little bites, one a ball of atropellado dried beef particular to Monterrey given a bit of a roll in ash (Koli likes ash) with a dollop of caviar atop. Think deep and delicious. The other, a tuna infladita sashimi-grade fish mixed with some creamy goat cheese, wrapped in just enough of a tortilla-like crust, and fried to crunchiness. Clichéd surf and turf got a kick in the you-know-what with these balls. Each plate brought more wonder without becoming too precious or weird for novelty’s sake. The fish course, dubbed

Naturaleza, starred Santa Barbara sea bass, skin crackly crisp in a small pool of coconut cream, gloriously opalescent, and doused with a green sauce the server called a mole, but was much lighter on its feet than most, vivid with cilantro and hoja santa (a complexly flavored Mexican herb bringing notes of everything from anise to pepper to eucalyptus). A brunoise of cucumber popped as much as caviar eggs might.

In addition to the culinary delights, the evening also offered an optional wine pairing curated by Wero Cham of Vinos Boutique. Cham’s pours all from Mexican producers, naturally heightened Chef Rivera-Río’s flavors thrillingly, right down to the final wine, a 2018 Casa Vegil Fuji Brut from Querétaro that could pass for Champagne. Its yeasty bubbles brightened one’s palate for the delightful Leche de Cabra dessert a goat-milk yogurt quenelle atop a teensy pavlova/meringue cookie, sprinkled with flower buds, and astride three different sauces.

While this amazing dinner was a one-ofa-kind, the next El Encanto Culinary Series event will feature chefs David Castro Hussong and Maribel Aldaco Silva of Fauna, on Saturday, December 13. Their spot in Valle de Guadalupe has been recognized as one of the best restaurants in Latin America in World’s 50 Best list.

See elencanto.com.

Deli/Diner to Open Next to Sunken Gardens

In December 2023, Café La Fonda opened at 129 East Anapamu Street, the former home of The Courthouse Tavern, The Little Door, Piano Riviera Lounge, The French Table, and Elements Restaurant & Bar. The eatery was rebranded and reopened last June as “La Fonda Smash Burger & Pancake House.”

Reader TZSB tells me that the familiar downtown restaurant space across from the Sunken Gardens of the County Courthouse may soon take on yet another identity this time as a classicstyle delicatessen named Noe Café.

The location, has seen a long rotation of restaurants over the years. Despite its prime position near the courthouse, the corner has struggled to sustain a lasting tenant a challenge well known to many locals.

That may change under Noe Castro, who has owned the property for several years and also runs a local catering business with his brother. The brothers plan to convert the site into an old-style delicatessen and diner designed to appeal to locals especially those who work downtown.

“It’s meant to be a place for people in suits who work nearby,” TZSB said. “Good food, fast service, and prices that make sense. No $20 avocado toast.”

The new concept, Noe Café, will focus on breakfast and lunch only, operating in a casual, diner-style format with counter service and straightforward classics. In the evenings, the space may occasionally be used for private events or wedding receptions, leveraging the catering side of the family business and the courthouse’s constant stream of ceremonies just across the street. TZSB described the idea as “a return to the kind of downtown spot that feels familiar not trendy, just solid.”

The team is currently waiting for the liquor-license transfer before renovations begin. Although the hope had been to open by the end of this year,

early 2026 now appears more realistic. Once open, Noe Café aims to blend everyday accessibility with the versatility to host special gatherings when the sun sets. “It’s breakfast and lunch for locals,” said the source, “and weddings or events when the occasion calls for it.”

L’ANTICA PIZZERIA TO BECOME ‘SOCIAL S.B.’: Proprietor Rish Rozera is the new owner of L’Antica Pizzeria at 1031 State Street, which changed hands on October 3. “While the name of the establishment will soon be changing, I want to assure everyone that our beloved concept will remain at its heart,” says Rozera. “Our focus will still be on delivering the same great flavors and welcoming atmosphere you’ve come to love.” For the next few weeks, the business will be operating under the old name, then transitioning to “Social S.B.” starting November 1. “Starting December 1, we’ll be expanding our hours and opening our doors for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner,” he adds. “I look forward to serving the community and making our restaurant a vibrant spot for everyone, any time of day. Thank you for your support and stay tuned for more updates as we approach the grand reopening.”

HOOK & PRESS ADDS A RELAXED TOUCH: Downtown coffee and doughnut shop Hook & Press is giving its 15 East Figueroa Street space a small refresh, adding couches and rearranging the layout for a more comfortable feel. The new setup replaces some traditional tables with wall-lined couches, opening the center of the shop and creating a softer, more relaxed flow. The goal is to make the space more efficient without losing its casual charm. Hook & Press, known for its brioche doughnuts, seasonal flavors, and locally roasted coffee, has been a steady downtown favorite since moving to its current location in 2022.

Tomate nixtamalizado

COURTHOUSE CUISINE: Noe Café will bring a classic breakfast-and-lunch diner to the heart of downtown, serving comfort food, quick counter service, and a touch of local hospitality just steps from the courthouse.

FREE WILL ASTROLOG Y by

Rob Breszny

WEEK OF OCTOBER 23

ARIES

(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): I bet your upcoming night dreams will include marriages, mating dances, and sacramental unions. Even if you are not planning deeper mergers with trustworthy allies in your waking life, your subconscious mind is musing on such possibilities. I hope this horoscope inspires you to make such fantasies more conscious. What collaborations and blends would serve you well? Give your imagination permission to ponder new and exciting connections. Visualize yourself thriving amid new connections.

TAURUS

(Apr. 20-May 20): In winemaking, malolactic fermentation softens a wine’s tart malic acid into gentler lactic acid. This process imparts a creamier and rounder mouthfeel, while preserving the wine’s structure. In accordance with astrological omens, I invite you to adopt this as your metaphor of power. See if you can refine your intensity without losing your integrity. Keep things interesting but soften the edges a bit. Introduce warmth and steadiness into provocative situations so they’re free of irritation and easier to engage with, but still enriching.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): The coming weeks will be an excellent time to practice the art of strategic disruption. One way to do it is to interrupt your patterns so they don’t calcify and obstruct you. Just for fun, you could eat breakfast for dinner. Take a different route to a familiar place. Talk to a person you would usually avoid. Say no when you’d normally say yes, or vice versa. Part of your brain loves efficiency, habits, and well-worn grooves. But grooves can become ruts. As a rousing spiritual experiment, you could do things differently for no reason except to prove to yourself that you can. Playful chaos can be a form of prayer. Messing with your standard approaches will unleash your creativity.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): In Shinto mythology, Ame-no-Uzume is the goddess of mirth and revelry. In one story, she seduces the sun out of its hiding place by performing a humorous and provocative dance. I am sending her over to your sphere right now in the hope that she will coax you out of your comfort zone of retreat, control, and self-protection. While I’m glad you have taken this break to recharge your spiritual batteries, I think it’s time to come out and play. You have done important work to nurture and process your deep feelings. Now we would love you to express what you’ve learned with freewheeling panache.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): Ancient cultures in Sumeria, Egypt, and China used willow bark as a pain reliever. Many centuries later, European scientists isolated the chemical salicin and used it to create aspirin. What had been a folk remedy became a widely used medicine all over the planet. Is there a metaphorically comparable development unfolding in your life? I think so. Something you’ve known or practiced could be evolving into its next form. The world may finally be ready to receive wisdom, a technique, or an insight you’ve used for a long time. Consider refining and upgrading it. Share it in ways that meet the present moment’s specific need.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In honor of your special needs right now, Virgo, I am coining a new English word: edge-ucation. It’s like “education” but with an extra edge. Though booklearning is included in its purview, it also requires you to seek out raw teaching in all possible ways: on the streets, the bedroom, the natural world, everywhere. To properly pursue your higher edge-education, you must hunt down provocative influences, thought-provoking adventures, and unfamiliar stimulation. Make the whole world your laboratory and classroom.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): When I began writing horoscopes years ago, I had greater empathy with some of the signs than with others. But I worked hard to overcome this bias, and

now I truly love and understand every tribe of the zodiac equally. I attribute this accomplishment to the fact that I have three Libra planets in my natal chart. They have propelled me to develop a warm, affectionate, fair-minded objectivity. I have a deeply honed capacity for seeing and liking people as they genuinely are, without imposing my expectations and projections onto them. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to tap into these qualities in yourself, dear Libra..

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Many cultures regard obsidian as having protective powers against negative energy. This makes it popular for healing talismans. Obsidian mirrors have often been used to scry for visions and prophecies. Because obsidian is so sharp, ancient peoples incorporated it into tools used to hunt for food, such as knives and arrowheads. In modern times, obsidian is used for its beauty in tabletops, tiles, and architectural components. Do you know how this precious substance is formed? It’s born in the shock between elements: molten lava meets water or cool air and hardens so quickly that crystals can’t form, trapping a mirror-dark clarity in volcanic glass. I propose we make it your symbolic power object in the coming months, Scorpio.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Medieval alchemists engaged in literal laboratory work as they attempted to create elixirs of immortality, concoct medicines to heal diseases, and metamorphose lead into gold. But the modern practice of alchemy is primarily a psychological effort to achieve awakening and enlightenment. In the early stages of the work, the seeker experiences the metaphorical “black sun.” It’s a dark radiance, the beginning of creative decay, that fuels the coming transformation. I suspect you now have the potential to call on this potent asset, Sagittarius. It’s wild, though. You must proceed with caution and discernment. What worn-out aspects of yourself are you ready to let rot, thereby fertilizing future growth?

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In Japan, shakkei refers to the practice of “borrowed scenery.” The idea is to create a garden so that surrounding features become part of its expansive context: distant mountains, an expanse of sky, or a nearby body of water. The artistry lies in allowing the horizon to merge gracefully with what’s close at hand. I recommend this approach to you, Capricorn. Frame your current project with a backdrop that enlarges it. Partner with places, influences, or long-view purposes that augment your meaning and enhance your beauty. Align your personal actions with a vast story so they send even more potent ripples out into the world.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Computer scientist Radia Perlman is the “Mother of the Internet.” She invented the Spanning Tree Protocol, a component that’s essential for the flow of online data. Despite her work’s splashy importance, hardly anyone knows of her. With that in mind, I remind you: Some revolutions unfold with little fanfare; positive transformations may be inconspicuous. How does that relate to you? I suspect the next beautiful or useful thing you contribute may also be veiled and underestimated, at least at first. And yet it may ultimately generate a shift more significant than you can now imagine. My advice is to trust the long game. You’re doing good work, though its recognition may be late in arriving.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): The mystical Persian poet Hafez wrote, “Fear is the cheapest room in the house. I’d like to see you living in better conditions.” Picture that shabby room, Pisces: cramped, dim, damp. Now imagine you have resolved to never again live in such a place. In fact, sometime soon you will move, metaphorically speaking, into a spacious, high-ceilinged place with wide windows and skylights, fresh air flooding through. I believe life will conspire on your behalf if you initiate this bold move. You now have extra power to exorcize at least some of your angsts and embrace liberating joy.

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Custom Art Framer

The Frame‑Up seeks full‑time framer with 2‑5 years experience preferred.

A background in woodwork, fine carpentry, or craftsmanship is helpful.

The framer is needed for the workshop side of the business. Limited customer service interaction is needed. Main tasks include: Reading and interpreting work orders, computerized mat cutting, dry mounting, canvas stretching, glass cutting, wood cutting, precise measuring, joining, fitting, perfecting of fine details. Attention to small details is a must. Other tasks include: Unpacking and checking in deliveries, organizing and preparing materials, storing art properly, cleaning.

Qualities needed are: tenacity, patience, ability to work alone after training, ability to learn from mistakes and utilize constructive criticism for growth. An eye for design is a plus. Training provided as needed. 30‑40 hours a week depending on the employee’s availability and preference. Days of the week and hours of the day can be flexible. $28/ hour Email full resume to Andy at: framing@theframe‑up.com This job posting will stay until the position is filled.

MANAGEMENT

INSTALLATION MANAGER sought by Synergetik LLC, d/b/a Brighten Solar Co. (Santa Barbara, CA). Must have a min. 2 yrs exp in project & installation mgmt in the construction industry. Knowl of solar installation along w/ safety & installer certifications as NABCEP, storage certifications for Enphase, Franklin, & Tesla solar & battery systems. Expertise in QC to dvlp & monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPls). Mail resume to Synergetik LLC d/b/a Brighten Solar Co., Attn: Marine Virginie Schumann, 5380 Overpass Rd, Ste B, Santa Barbara, CA 93111.

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THEATER & DANCE

Provides analytical and administrative support to the Theater/Dance Chair and Chief Administrative Officer. Responsible for assisting the department in the duties and responsibilities related to academic appointments, faculty advancement, faculty recruitment, visitor appointments, donor relations, financial support, and a variety of other assignments. Deals with sensitive and confidential information requiring independent judgment and discretion, as well as excellent written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills. Reqs: HS Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; 1‑3 yrs Administrative experience; 1‑3 yrs Demonstrated experience organizing and managing events,

and/or prioritizing multiple work assignments, meeting deadlines, and exercising adaptability to changing priorities. Notes: Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Salary Range: $29.35‑$30.73/hr. Full Salary Range: $29.35 ‑ $42.06/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #81735

COMMUNICATIONS AND SPECIAL EVENTS ASSISTANT

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Under the supervision of the Academic Personnel and Operations Coordinator, the Communications and Special Events Assistant provides administrative support to the Department Chair and Business Officer. Helps develop the Computer Science department’s outreach and communication. Assists in planning and implementing departmental conferences, colloquia and special events including the annual CS Summit and the weekly Theory seminar series. Maintains the department website and social media presence. Reqs: High School Diploma or GED; 1‑3 yrs Clerical experience; Strong administrative and organizational skills; Thorough knowledge of administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, active listening, critical thinking, time management; Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style and punctuation; Thorough skills to write clear, lively, engaging and compelling copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and / or the broader public, while ensuring adherence to the location’s message. Notes: Position is funded through 11/30/26 pending further funding; satisfactory criminal history background check.

Hiring/Budgeted Salary Range:

$29.35 ‑ $32.91/hr. Full Salary Range: $29.35 ‑ $42.06/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #81840

FARM LABORER

LAS VARAS RANCH PROPERTY

The Ranch Hand is responsible for providing unskilled and semi‑skilled physical labor in support of the daily operations of running a working cattle ranch and avocado/lemon orchards. Duties include; assisting with raising and maintaining crops, operating farm equipment and machinery, assisting with maintaining ranch grounds, and assisting in the care and raising of

livestock. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent. Notes: Must be able to work some weekends and overtime. Must be able to operate farm machinery and tools. Must be able to drive a tractor and light truck. Required to hold a valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/ Budgeted Hourly Range: $21.05/ hr. to $25.17/hr. Full Salary Range: $21.05/hr. to $27.23. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #76913

MANAGER OF IV THEATERS & EMBARCADERO HALL

INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Acts as Manager of IV Theaters and Embarcadero Hall, directs all preparation, execution and administrative duties for events and instruction in IV Theaters and Embarcadero Hall (IVEH). Responsible for all operations of IVEH, including instructional support, venue scheduling, student staff hiring and training, and event billing. Supervises the Public Events Manager who assists in daily operations of IVEH. Consults with clients concerning all elements of instructional and event support. Manages all theatrical equipment including training users, maintenance and repair. Occasionally called upon to provide support for other campus events as requested by the Director of Instructional Support.

Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related area or equivalent experience; 1‑3 years related experience; Experience communicating effectively with customers, volunteers, and co‑workers; Evidence of strong organizational and time management skills; Capable of performing physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, and pushing objects as required. Notes: Varied work schedule frequently includes late afternoons, night, weekend, and holiday hours; satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/ Budgeted Salary Range: $33.84 ‑ $37.38/hr. Full Salary Range: $31.47 ‑ $55.12/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #81965

SR. CUSTODIAN

RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS

Performs duties in accordance with established standards and instruction, for University owned Residence Halls, Apartments and Dining Facilities. The Sr. Custodian promotes a customer service environment to residents and clients. Assists with the development and maintenance of a work environment which is conducive to meeting the mission of the organization and supports the EEP. Responsible for completing job duties that demonstrate support for the Operations Team. Initiates communication directly with co‑workers and or supervisor to improve and clarify working relationships, identifying problems and concerns, and seeking resolution to work‑related conflicts. Reqs: Working knowledge and experience utilizing the following equipment: vacuums, conventional and high‑speed buffers, extractors, and related custodial equipment desired. Will train on all equipment and chemicals used. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others as a team. Must have effective communication skills. Ability to interact as a team member with sensitivity towards a multi‑cultural work environment. Notes: May be required to work schedules other than assigned to meet the operational needs of the department. Required to hold a valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Pay rate/range: $25.74/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #81810

SR. DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

DEVELOPMENT

This University Major Gifts Development Officer serves as the Senior Director of Development (“Sr. Director”) for the University’s Library, providing leadership and skill to build and optimize philanthropic support for the Library in response to priorities established by the University Librarian. The Sr. Director will be involved in the donor identification, cultivation and solicitation of individuals, corporations and foundations to secure $3M+ annually in philanthropic support for the Library. This position focuses about 80% of time on major gift ($100K+) and leadership gifts ($1M) fundraising activities including: develops and actively manages a portfolio of major and leadership gift prospects and donors; crafts and directs appropriate cultivation activities; as well as stewardship programs to ensure long‑term commitment of donors to the University and sometimes involving other colleagues, faculty and

Reaching 68,000 Readers Each Week

traffic and escort vehicles including semi‑trucks and buses. Informs supervisor of problems as they arise. Provides parking instructions and give directions. Reqs: High School Diploma. Demonstrated exceptional customer service by providing and delivering professional, helpful, high quality service and assistance. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with students, staff, faculty and the

This is an annually renewable contract position with no limit on total duration; ability to work some weekends and evenings; ability and willingness to travel as needed; required to hold a valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program; satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Salary Range: $119,400 ‑ $160,000/yr. Full Salary Range: $119,400 ‑ $230,800/ yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #81688

SR. PARKING REPRESENTATIVE

PARKING SERVICES

Enforces University parking regulations by issuing citations and courtesy warnings to vehicles illegally parked. Identifies vehicles to be “booted” and process them according to California Vehicle Code. Keeps current of campus events and their locations. Directs

the Librarian. Twenty percent (20%) of time is focused on management of development staff, other activities related to fundraising, including gift solicitations under $100K, and administrative duties such as planning, coordinating and executing aspects of the Library development program, and some portion of time for special projects for the Central Development Office as defined by the AVC of Development and supervisor. With regard to major and leadership gift fundraising, the Sr. Director is responsible for designing and executing planned strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, closing and stewardship of gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations. This position requires specialized knowledge and understanding around fundraising of in‑kind gifts for the Library’s long‑term special collections, including policies and protocols for same, as well as advanced or working knowledge of planned giving. Works personally with top donor prospects and supports the Librarian, staff and volunteers in top prospect relationship management in order to maximize philanthropic support for the Library and UCSB, raising gifts to meet identified fundraising priorities. Collaborates with fundraising staff to develop and manage targeted projects with emphasis on fundraising benefits as appropriate. Ensures a high level of effectiveness and service that is consistent with University Development expectations of excellence. Sr. Director works to ensure that all aspects of his/her development program are internally consistent, thematically related, and compatible with the policies and priorities of the Library, Development Office and University. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related field and/or equivalent experience and training; 7‑9 yrs of proven success in major and leadership gift experience; 7‑9 yrs of experience in conceptualizing, planning, and implementing customized donor cultivation activities, such as dinners, luncheons, receptions, meetings, and tours; 7‑9 yrs of demonstrated skill at gift negotiation and gift solicitation to engage complex and sophisticated individual, corporate, and foundation donors toward significant philanthropic outcomes; proven track record of successfully managing current and prospective benefactors at the major and leadership gift level; strong knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor and public relations, including strategies for donor identification, cultivation and solicitation. Notes:

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Across

1. Nickelodeon character with a heartbreaking viral video in which he finds out his show has been canceled

9. Side, back, cottage, and jowl, e.g.

15. Match

16. Music genre that fits in with Hot Topic

17. Slowpokes

18. Cold sore treatment brand

19. “The Westing Game” author Raskin

20. Tucked in before bed?

22. Battle of Hastings region

24. Brown, e.g.

25. Pit

26. Ltd., across the Chunnel

27. Order

29. Guinea pig lookalikes

30. ___ Octavius (“Spider-Man” villain)

32. Navel scraping?

34. Bridge component

36. Title seventeen-year-old on Broadway

39. Low-quality images?

43. Tricked

44. Macron’s head

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46. It comes before a fall

47. Prefix meaning 10 to the 18th power

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51. Singer-songwriter, e.g.

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55. Invader of the Roman Empire

56. Abstainer’s mantra

58. Group of infected computers

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60. Most distant point

61. Like some livestock

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Tommy (whose surname means “German” in Italian)

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MISC. FOR RENT

LEGALS (CONT.)

TODD HOGAN DESIGN, 1241

EASTBROOK DR LOMPOC, CA 93436, County of SANTA

BARBARA.

TIFFANY TODD CONSULTING

LLC, 1241 EASTBROOK DR LOMPOC, CA 93436; CALIFORNIA

This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JUL 10, 2025

/s/ TIFFANY TODD, MANAGING

MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/16/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25

CNS‑3972489#

SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0002173

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LEADHER CALIFORNIA, 805 TWILIGHT CT, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455 County of SANTA BARBARA LEADHER CALIFORNIA L.L.C., 805 TWILIGHT CT, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455; CALIFORNIA

This business is conducted by a limited liability company

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on AUG 30, 2025.

/S CATHRYN SMITH, MANAGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/16/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25

CNS‑3972496# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FBN2025‑0002209

File No.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DOUGH BOYZ 3020 BUTTONHOOK RD, SOLVANG, CA 93463 County of SANTA BARBARA

SBDOUGHBOYZ LLC, 3020

BUTTONHOOK RD, SOLVANG, CA 93463

This business is conducted by a limited liability company

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable.

SBDOUGHBOYZ LLC, S/ DYLAN ROSS. MAANGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/22/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25

CNS‑3961499# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0002172

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VALLEY BARBERS, 4920 CARPINTERIA AVE, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 County of SANTA BARBARA IV CONCIERGE THERAPY LLC, 4764 CARPINTERIA AVENUE, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013; CALIFORNIA

This business is conducted by a limited liability company

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on MAR 25, 2025. ANNAMARIE GONZALES, MANAGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/16/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25 CNS‑3972777# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0002167

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

LISELLE W PHOTOGRAPHY

5407 TREE FARM LN UNIT 102, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111

County of SANTA BARBARA CATHEDRAL OAKS MEDIA LLC, 5407 TREE FARM LN UNIT 102, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111, CALIFORNIA

This business is conducted by a limited liability company

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/01/2016. /S/ LISELLE HELENE WILSNAGH, MANAGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/16/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25

CNS‑3972992# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0002229

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BEARHORN.CO, 650 STODDARD LANE, MONTECITO, CA 93108

County of SANTA BARBARA KSV CAPITAL INC, 1187 COAST VILLAGE RD STE 1‑183, MONTECITO, CA 93108

State of Incorporation: TEXAS

This business is conducted by a Corporation

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not applicable.

KSV CAPITAL INC, S/ DONALD K HALL, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/24/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25

CNS‑3968026# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0002238

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WINN DENTAL IMPLANT AND SEDATION CENTER, 1510 SAN ANDRES ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 County of SANTA BARBARA

WINN DENTAL PRACTICE INC., 1510 SAN ANDRES ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

This business is conducted by a Corporation

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 01, 2024.

S/ Erik Winn, President

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 09/24/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/25 CNS‑3958019# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LEFTWICH ARCHAEOLOGY: 7396 Elmhurst Place, Unit A Goleta, CA 93117; Brent M Leftwich (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 4, 2020. Filed by: BRENT LEFTWICH/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 16, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002155. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: THE ESTATE OF JAMES JARVAISE: 2779 Foothill Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Jean R Jarvaise (same address) Anna A Jarvaise (same address) This business is conducted by A General Partnership Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 21, 2025. Filed by: JEAN JARVAISE/

PARTNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 29, 2025.

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 E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0002262. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MCM

PROPERTIES: 4213 State Street, Suite 205 Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Maureen C Martinez (same address) Richard Martinez (same address) This business is conducted by A Married Couple Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A.

Filed by: MAUREEN MARTINEZ/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 30, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002273. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PRECISION HAND THERAPY: 351 Hitchcock Way, 220 Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Kate M Silverman (same address) ) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 29, 2025. Filed by:

KATE SILVERMAN/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 30, 2025. 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 E63. FBN Number: 2025‑0002253. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PROPERTY CONNECTION: 4453 Euclid Ave. San Diego, CA 92115; Knoepfli & Associates Inc. PO Box 600745 San Diego, CA 92160 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 18, 2013. Filed by: CHARLES

KNOEPFLI/OFFICER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 29, 2025. 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 E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0002259. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: DOUD FAMILY PARTNERSHIP: 1284 West Main Street Santa Maria, CA 93458; Joseph E Doud III (same address) Derrick P Doud (same address) Buck Management, LLC (same address) Double D Investments Management, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Partnership Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 01, 1996. Filed by: JOSEPH E. DOUD III with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 01, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002283. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: SUNSET MOTEL: 3504 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Red Thread Ventures Inc. 4053 Foothill Toad Apt F Santa Barbara, CA 93110 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: MELANIE TENG/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 02, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002291. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: CHEESE SHOP

SANTA BARBARA: 827 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Graham Fine Foods, Inc (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under

the fictitious business name or names listed above on Oct 1, 2020. Filed by: MICHAEL GRAHAM/VICE PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 02, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002184. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA COMMUNITY CHURCH: 1002 Cieneguitas Rd. Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Trinity Baptist Church of Santa Barbara (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 24, 2008. Filed by: DEANA GILMAN/ DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 24, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002237. Published:

Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: RAY’S PLUMBING: 555 Coronel Pl Apt I Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Raymond A Hernandez Aragon (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: RAYMOND A HERNANDEZ ARAGON/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 6, 2025. 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 E76. FBN Number: 2025‑0002305. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MORAN PRECISION: 322 E Micheltorena St. Apt 18 Santa Barbara , CA 93101; Derek Moran (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant

commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 30, 2025. Filed by: DEREK MORAN/PRINCIPAL with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 30, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002271. Published: Oct 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 2025. FBN2025‑0002102

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: NURSES PROJECT Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 24681 La

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS REQUEST TO CHANGE RATES FOR GAS TRANSPORTATION (COST ALLOCATION PROCEEDING) APPLICATION FILING A.25-09-014

WHY AM I RECEIVING THIS NOTICE?

On September 30, 2025, Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas®) filed its Cost Allocation Proceeding (CAP) Application (A.25-09-014) with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to revise its rates for natural gas transportation. If approved, the proposed changes in rates attributable to CAP proposals will begin on January 1, 2027, and conclude on December 31, 2029.

WHY IS SOCALGAS REQUESTING THIS RATE INCREASE/DECREASE?

The CAP is a proceeding in which SoCalGas updates how its costs of providing gas service are divided amongst its customer classes and determines the transportation rates it charges customers. The costs in this CAP include gas transmission, gas distribution, underground storage, and customer-related costs. While the division of costs is determined in the CAP, the dollar amounts of the costs are presented and determined in a separate CPUC proceeding. SoCalGas also forecasts how much gas its customers may use (i.e., demand) and the prices used to calculate various components of the rates. These forecasts have an impact on customers’ rates.

HOW COULD THIS AFFECT MY MONTHLY GAS RATES?

SoCalGas’s dollar amount of costs to be recovered in 2027 rates are not determined yet. If SoCalGas’s rate request is approved by the CPUC, the average non-CARE residential monthly bill using 36 therms per month would increase by approximately $5.48 or 6.8% per month in 2027, if we keep the dollar amount of costs in 2027 at the present 2025 level.

Currently, SoCalGas’s non-CARE residential customer bill contains a $5 per month fixed customer charge and gas usage cost based on gas usage rate and volume of gas used. In this CAP, SoCalGas is proposing to keep the existing $5 per month customer charge in 2027 but increase it to $12 and $20 respectively in 2028 and 2029. A lower fixed monthly charge will apply to CARE customers such that, after application of the 20% CARE discount, the effective fixed charge would be $6 and $10 respectively in 2028 and 2029. Increases in customer charges will be implemented together with

lower gas usage rates in 2028 and 2029.

* Core customers generally use smaller quantities of gas and the utility purchases their gas.

** Noncore customers are generally large gas users who purchase their own natural gas supplies for SoCalGas to transport.

*** Transmission Level Service is for noncore service on the Local Transmission System from the SoCal Citygate.

**** Backbone Transportation Service are rights that customers may purchase to transport gas over the backbone system to the SoCal Citygate. Core customers who purchase gas supplies from SoCalGas have this charge included in the gas commodity rate.

Note: For purposes of isolating rate and bill impacts presented to the impacts generated directly by the CAP proposals, present September 1, 2025 tariffed rates have been normalized.

HOW DOES THE REST OF THIS PROCESS WORK?

This application will be assigned to a CPUC Administrative Law Judge who will consider proposals and evidence presented during the formal hearing process. The Administrative Law Judge will issue a proposed decision that may adopt SoCalGas’s application, modify it, or deny it. Any CPUC Commissioner may sponsor an alternate decision with a different outcome. The proposed decision, and any alternate decisions, will be discussed and voted upon by the CPUC Commissioners at a public CPUC Voting Meeting.

CONTACT CPUC

Parties to the proceeding may review SoCalGas’s application, including the Public Advocates Office. The Public Advocates Office is an independent consumer advocate within the CPUC that represents customers to obtain the lowest possible rate for service consistent with reliable and safe service levels. For more information, please call 1-415-703-1584, email PublicAdvocatesOffice@cpuc.ca.gov, or visit PublicAdvocates.cpuc.ca.gov.

Please visit apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/A2509014 to submit a comment about this proceeding on the CPUC Docket Card. Here you can also view documents and other public comments related to this proceeding. Your participation by providing your thoughts on SoCalGas’s request can help the CPUC make an informed decision.

If you have questions about CPUC processes, you may contact the CPUC’s Public Advisor’s Office at: Phone: 1-866-849-8390 (toll-free) or 1-415703-2074

Email: Public.Advisor@cpuc.ca.gov

Mail: CPUC Public Advisor’s Office 505 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102

Please reference SoCalGas CAP Application A.25-09-014 in any communications you have with the CPUC regarding this matter.

WHERE CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?

If you have questions about SoCalGas’s request you may contact them at: Contact SoCalGas

SoCalGas

Karen Mar, Regulatory Case Manager 555 West Fifth Street, GT14D6 Los Angeles, California 90013 kmar@ socalgas.com

A copy of the Application and any related documents may also be reviewed at https:// www.socalgas.com/regulatory/cpuc

LEGALS (CONT.)

NOTICE ‑ In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law. (See Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Business Owner is responsible to determine if

publication is required. (BPC 17917). Filing is a public record (GC 6250‑6277). JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk ‑ Recorder Filing CN118402 CLOVERLANE... Oct 16,23,30, Nov 6, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BOHM CORP: 7031 Shepard Mesa Rd Carpinteria, CA 93013; Bohm Corp (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 17, 2020. Filed by: JON‑RYAN SCHLOBOHM/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 3, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002298. Published: Oct 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BALANCING

SB: 5258 Rhoads Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Engmyr Consulting LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 23, 2025. Filed by: JENNIFER

ENGMYR/MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 1, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002281. Published: Oct 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RARE

WILDER: 485 Caino Laguna Vista Goleta , CA 93117; Courtney R Salviolo (same address) This business is

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION BY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

Toyota Development Plan Amendment 5611 Hollister Ave; APN: 071-140-083; 24-0011-DP

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Environmental Review Director intends to consider the merits of the proposed Development Plan Amendment (DPAM) and take action.

DECISION DATE AND TIME: Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 5:00pm

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The proposed project requests a Development Plan Amendment to 19-074-DP to demolish the existing unpermitted detached service shop structure within the SPA and construct a new detached service shop structure outside the SPA. Also proposed is an addition to the service shop that is part of the main building, an attached vehicle delivery canopy, an overhang addition, new landscaping, and façade improvements. The details of the proposed project are as follows:

• Demolition of an existing unpermitted detached service shop structure as required by 19-074-DP – 2,385 sq. ft.

• Construction of a new detached service shop structure (relocated outside the SPA as required by 19-074-DP) – 3,831 sq. ft.

• Construction of a new service drive and auto-detailing addition in main building – 2,116 sq. ft.

• Construction of a new attached vehicle delivery canopy – 690 sq. ft.

• Reconfiguration of the parking in the rear area – 76 spaces total (plus 85 display/inventory spaces)

• Construction of façade improvements to Building 1

• Installation of new landscaping

The new net building square footage added for the project will be 4,302 sq. ft.

LOCATION:

The subject property is 5611 Hollister Ave. (APN: 071-140-083). The zoning and General Plan land use designation is Old Town (OT).

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FINDINGS:

Pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code, §§ 21000 et seq.), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regulations, §§ 15000, et seq.), and the City’s Environmental Review Guidelines, the project has been found to be exempt from CEQA. Specifically, the project is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15301(e)(2), §15302(b), and §15303(c).

NEXT STEPS: If the Director grants the applicant’s request, the next steps include: (1) a 10-day appeal period; (2) return for Final DRB Review; (3) ministerial issuance of an effectuating Zoning Clearance; and (4) Building Permits and construction.

CORTESE LIST: The Project site is not listed on any hazardous waste facilities or disposal sites identified by Government Code § 65962.5 (the “Cortese list”).

DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY: The project plans are currently available at Goleta City Hall at 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117. The staff report and related materials for the Director Decision will be available at least 72 hours prior to the action date of November 6, 2025.

PUBLIC COMMENT: A public hearing will not be held. Anyone interested in this matter is invited to submit written comments regarding the proposed Development Plan Amendment. All letters should be addressed to Planning and Environmental Review, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117, attention: Brian Hiefield or email bhiefield@cityofgoleta.gov. Letters must be received by the City Planning and Environmental Review Department at least 24 hours prior to 5:00 PM on the action date of November 6, 2025.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Additional information is on file at the Planning and Environmental Review Department, Goleta City Hall, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117. For more information, contact Brian Hiefield, Senior Planner at 805-961-7559 or bhiefield@cityofgoleta.gov

Note: If you challenge the City’s final action on this Project in court, you may be limited to only those issues you or someone else raised in written or oral testimony and/or evidence provided to the City on or before the date of the public hearing (Government Code Section 65009(b) [2]).

Publish: Santa Barbara Independent October 23, 2025

conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Oct 3, 2025. Filed by: COURTNEY SALVIOLO/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 10, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002354. Published: Oct 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ROLLED OATS POTTERY: 339 2nd St. Solvang, CA 93463; Jane K. Schwarzwalter PO Box 144 Santa Ynez, CA 93460‑0144

This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 18, 2025. Filed by: JANE SCHWARZWALTER/OWNER/ ARTIST with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 18, 2025. 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 E76. FBN Number: 2025‑0002193. Published: Oct 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HINCHEE

HOMES, MILTON HOUSE, JESSICA HOUSE: 825 N. Kellogg Ave. Santa Barbara , CA 93111; Jessie Hopkins Hinchee Foundation (same address)

This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec 4, 2024. Filed by: LEY WERTZ/ SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 10, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002356. Published: Oct 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DRAGONFLY

INDUSTRIAL: 14 East Sola Street 2 Santa Barbara , CA 93101‑1685; Anthony L Castelo (same address)

This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 28, 2025. Filed by: ANTHONY LOUIS CASTELO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 4, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002091. Published: Oct 23, 30. Nov 6, 13 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: NERY’S SWEETS: 435 W Padre St Apt W25 Santa Barbara , CA 93105; Nereida Corona (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: NEREIDA CORONA with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 26, 2025. 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 E66. FBN Number: 2025‑0002251. Published: Oct 23, 30. Nov 6, 13 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ECO WONDER WORKSHOP: 25 Arlington Avenue #12 Santa Barbara , CA 93101; Jennifer Griffith (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 30, 2025. Filed by: JENNIFER GRIFFITH/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 10, 2025. 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 E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0002338. Published: Oct 23, 30. Nov 6, 13

2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0002313

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Discovery Home Training, 1503 E Main St, Santa Maria, CA 93458 County of SANTA BARBARA Total Renal Care, Inc., 2000 16th St, Attn JLD/SecGovFin, Denver, CO 80202

This business is conducted by a Corporation

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Total Renal Care, Inc. S/ STEPHANIE N. BERBERICH, SECRETARY,

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/06/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13/25 CNS‑3959819# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGES: 27 W Anapamu Street 454 Santa Barbara , CA 93101; Thomas J Miller (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 17, 2025. Filed by: THOMAS J MILLER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Sep 25, 2025. 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 E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0002240. Published: Oct 23, 30. Nov 6, 13 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN2025‑0002313

This business is conducted by a Corporation

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Total Renal Care, Inc. S/ STEPHANIE N. BERBERICH, SECRETARY, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 10/06/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13/25 CNS‑3959819# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CONNECTIVE TISSUE COACHING AND CONSULTING: 360 Oliver Road Santa Barbara , CA 93109; Kari L O’Driscoll (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 15, 2025. Filed by: KARI O’DRISCOLL/SOLE PROPRIETOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Oct 6, 2025. 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: 2025‑0002311. Published: Oct 23, 30. Nov 6, 13 2025.

LIEN SALE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Retail Sales, LLC will sell at public lien sale on October 31, 2025,the personal property in the below‑listed units. The public sale of these items will begin at 08:00 AM and continue until all units are sold. The lien sale is to be held at the online auction website, www.storagetreasures.com, where indicated. For online lien sales,

bids will be accepted until 2 hours after the time of the sale specified.

PUBLIC STORAGE # 25714, 7246 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, (805) 324‑6770 Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 1317A ‑ Witt, Deborah; 3232 ‑ Harris, Melanie; 3309 ‑ Rodriguez, Nancy; 4104 ‑ Vargas, Joe; 6214 ‑ Perez, George; 6334 ‑ Cathers, Sharon; A137 ‑ Packmen Services Burress, Don; A379 ‑ Adams, Laurel PUBLIC STORAGE # 75078, 7246 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, (805) 961‑8198 Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 094 ‑ Angeles, Gabriel; 505 ‑ Souza, Jacqueline PUBLIC STORAGE # 75079, 5425 Overpass Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, (805) 284‑9002 Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 227 ‑ Nurulla, Nurzhan; 232 ‑ Badone Assili, Genevieve; 312 ‑ Maloco, Michael; 460 ‑ Maloco, Michael Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be in cash or credit card‑no checks. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax‑ exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. By PS Retail Sales, LLC, 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244‑8080. 10/23/25 CNS‑3977629#

SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

EXTRA SPACE STORAGE, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 6640 Discovery Drive, Goleta, CA 93117. 11/04/2025 at 3:30 PM

Alexander Gaggs Victoria Scisco Rui Weisheng Parth Mahajan

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

NOTICE OF Public Lien Sale Business and Professional codes 21700

Notice is hereby given by the undersigned that a public lien sale of the following described personal property will be held online at StorageTreasures.com starting at 10AM on 11/17/2025 to 10AM on 11/24/2025.

The household and personal property is stored by Carol Campbell in Unit #11 at Honor Storage ‑ Bond Self Storage located at 719 Bond Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93103.

This notice is given in accordance with the Provisions of Section 21700 et seq of the Business & Professions Code of the state of California.

NAME CHANGE

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: JAMIE CHINN CASE NUMBER: 25CV05197 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: PETITIONER: JAMIE CHINN A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows:

PRESENT NAME: ELIZABETH MAMAE HOLLAND PROPOSED NAME: ELIZABETH MARIE DESALES

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 November 14, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 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 09/24/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 2025. IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: ELENA JACINTO JIMENEZ CASE NUMBER: 25CV05985 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: ELENA JACINTO JIMENEZ A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows: PRESENT NAME: MELISSA HERNANDEZ JACINTO PROPOSED NAME: MELISSA HERNANDEZ JACINTO 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 December 3, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 3, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 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 10/15/2025, JUDGE Thomas P. Anderle of the Superior Court. Published Oct 23, 30. Nov 6, 13 2025.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Santa Barbara MTD Request for Qualifications for On‑Call Architectural & Engineering (A&E) Services

The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD), a public transit operator, is accepting submittals from firms interested in providing MTD with various architecture, design, engineering, and environmental services on an as‑needed basis. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packages are available to interested parties starting October 16, 2025. RFQ packages may be obtained on MTD’s website at https://sbmtd.gov/about/ doing‑business/ or by contacting MTD by email purchasing@sbmtd. gov. Submittals will be received at 550 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, until November 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Any submittals received after that time will be returned unopened to the submitter. All contract terms are contained in or referenced in the RFQ package.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of filing of application to open a full service, Brick and Mortar Office (service type 11) of Poppy Bank (FDIC Certificate

LEGALS (CONT.)

Poppy Bank deposit, lending and other client services, including ATM access at the above address. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments in writing with the FDIC office at 25 Jessie Street at Ecker Square, San Francisco, CA 94105 no later than November 7, 2025.

The non‑confidential portion of the application is on file at the appropriate FDIC office and is available for public inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the non‑confidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request.

Published: October 23, 2025.

IN ACCORDANCE with Sec. 106 of the Programmatic Agreement, AT&T plans Water Tower and Antennas at 290 Ellwood Canyon Rd., Goleta, CA 93117. Please direct comments to Gavin L. at 818‑391‑0449 regarding the site

CSL01590. 10/23/25 CNS‑3977498# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700‑ 21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the CC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 7th day of November, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Self Storage of Santa Maria, at 1701 N. Carlotti Drive, Santa Maria, in the county of Santa Barbara, State of California , the following:

Pereyra Merchandise

Blatchley Dental

All property is sold “AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS”and without warranty either expressed or implied. ALL SALES ARE PAYABLE EITHER BY CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable after the sale in full. All property purchased must be removed prior to the close of business the day of the sale. All units purchased will be given a clear bill of sale. This sale is being held pursuant to the provisions of the California Self Storage Act, section 21706 and/or

All property is sold “AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS” and without warranty either expressed or implied. ALL SALES ARE PAYABLE EITHER BY CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable after the sale in full. All property purchased must be removed prior to the close of business the day of the sale. All units purchased will be given a clear bill of sale. This sale is being held pursuant to the provisions of the California Self Storage Act, section 21706 and/ or 21700.

Santa Maria Way Self Storage reserves the right to remove any or all units from this sale due to prior settlement. Santa Maria Way Self Storage reserves the right to bid on any or all units in this sale.

Published: Octtober 23, 30 2025. Agent for owners: Epic Group

TRUSTEE NOTICE

T.S. No. 136853‑CA APN: 057‑271‑016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/6/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 11/5/2025 at 1:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/8/2006 as Instrument No. 2006‑0036918 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Santa Barbara County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: GENE SPROWL WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1100 ANACAPA ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any,

of the real property described above is purported to be: 3731 FOOTHILL RD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is:

$194,315.44 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE

TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE

TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the

mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855) 313‑3319 or visit this Internet website www.clearreconcorp. com, using the file number assigned to this case 136853‑CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE

TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313‑3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 136853‑CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (855) 313‑3319 CLEAR RECON CORP 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 225 San Diego, California 92108. Published: Oct 9, 16, 23 2025.

the CC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 7th day of November, 2025, 3:00 pm. on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Santa Maria Way Self Storage at 2600 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria, in the County of Santa Barbara, State of California, the following:

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that the General Services Department, County of Santa Barbara will receive bids for:

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA IRC EXPANSION & ADA UPGRADES 4436 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 Project No. 20041

MANDATORY JOB WALK: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, at 1:00 P.M.

BID DUE DATE: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025, at 3:00 P.M.

VIRTUAL BID OPENING: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025, at 3:30 P.M.

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE: Estimated cost of construction is $7,100,000.00

PROJECT LOCATION: 4436 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

MANDATORY JOB WALK: The job walk is MANDATORY on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, at 1:00 P.M. at the project location address above. Only those prime contractors attending a job walk shall be qualified to bid the work.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project includes renovations of the existing Intake and Reception Center (IRC) building at the Santa Barbara County Main Jail, as well as an addition to the IRC building underneath the existing canopy. The project includes access compliance improvements throughout the existing IRC building, a new fire wall and fire door separation between the IRC and the remaining facility. Also included are clinician spaces, interview spaces, prebooking areas, officer and inmate toilets and revised paving and parking. An add alternate for no climb fencing at the existing IRC tier level and stairs is requested as part of the bid.

CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE: The CONTRACTOR shall possess either a Class A or Class B license.

QUESTIONS: All questions MUST be submitted electronically through the Public Purchase Portal (www.publicpurchase.com) on or before 4:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025. Any changes or additional information needed for bidding will be provided in an Addendum posted on the Public Purchase site. Contractors shall be responsible for addendums.

BID SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS: Each bid shall be in accordance with the plans and specifications approved by the General Services Department. The bid MUST be submitted electronically through the Public Purchase website (www. publicpurchase.com) on or before TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025, at 3:00 P.M.

SUBSTITUTION OF SECURITIES: Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code and the project specifications, the CONTRACTOR may substitute securities or request that the County make payment of retentions to an escrow agent for any money held by the COUNTY to ensure contract performance.

REGISTRATION: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a Bid for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code § 1771.1(a)]; no contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5; and this project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

QUALIFYING CONTRACTOR OR SUBCONTRACTOR: Pursuant to the provisions of Section 4104 of the California Public Contracting Code a contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in Section 4104, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 California Labor Code.

WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: The COUNTY reserves the right to reject any and or all bids or waive any informality in a bid. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening thereof.

BID SELECTION: The COUNTY reserves the right to select any one or any combination of bids, whichever is in the best interest of the COUNTY.

BID PROTEST: The County of Santa Barbara Bid Protest Procedures are described in Item 11 of the BID FORM, which is included in the bid documents.

CONSTRUCTION TIME: The successful CONTRACTOR (after receiving the Notice to Proceed) shall have 456 calendar days to complete all work called for under the Contract Documents.

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: The liquidated damages will be $1,500.00 (One Thousand, Five Hundred Dollars) per day for project delays that are determined to be attributable to the CONTRACTOR.

VIRTUAL BID OPENING: Bids will be opened and read aloud in a public virtual meeting. Meeting can be attended by using the following Teams link: (copy and paste into browser)

https://teams.microsoft.com/dl/launcher/launcher. html?url=%2F_%23%2Fl%2Fmeetupjoin%2F19%3Ameeting_ MzZjMjE3OWItMDY5Mi00Y2M1LWI1NDUtNzA3MGJiN2Y1YmZi%40thread.v2% 2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522e64b3773-9890-4a2f87cd-23725df35ace%2522%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%2522d2b1e4311ba1-4f27-a276-e13eb745e08e%2522%257d%26anon%3Dtrue&type=meet up-join&deeplinkId=6e0e171f-ddf8-45bf-8e5c-6686e7c97445&directDl=true &msLaunch=true&enableMobilePage=true&suppressPrompt=true or call in (audio only) 805-724-0311 and use Phone