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Paseo Nuevo Housing Plans Unveiled by Ryan P. Cruz

Creative Resistance

Art Show at CAW by Leslie Dinaberg

Gifford Fire Erupts in North County by Jean Yamamura

by MATT KETTMANN | Photos by MACDUFF EVERTON

Weasels: Cute but Fierce by Chuck Graham

• Wrongful Termination

• Pregnancy Discrimination

• Disability Discrimination

• Hostile Work Environment

• Sexual Harassment

• Racial and Age Discrimination

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Jlin + Third Coast Percussion

Thu, Feb 19 / 8 PM

UCSB Campbell Hall Kronos Quartet

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Sat, May 2 / 6 PM (note special time)

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Philip Glass and The Poets

Sun, May 17 / 7 PM

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Editor in Chief Marianne Partridge Publisher Brandi Rivera

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

News Reporters Ryan P. Cruz, Callie Fausey, Ella Heydenfeldt Senior Arts Writer Josef Woodard Mickey Flacks Fund Fellow Christina McDermott

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Contributors Ingrid Bostrom, Rob Brezsny, Cynthia Carbone Ward, Ben Ciccati, Cheryl Crabtree, John Dickson, Roger Durling, Camille Garcia, Chuck Graham, Keith Hamm, Rebecca Horrigan, Gareth Kelly, Kevin McKiernan, Zoë Schiffer, David Starkey, Ethan Stewart, Brian Tanguay, Tom Tomorrow, Kevin Tran, Jatila Van der Veen, Isabelle Walker, Maggie Yates, John Zant

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by Matt Kettmann | Photos by Macduff Everton

Among his other Independent duties over the years, our senior writer and Full Belly Files columnist Matt Kettmann started covering wine for us 25 years ago, when he wrote a story about Sunstone and Longoria wines. He steadily expanded his coverage and publications over the years, eventually writing about wine for Wine Spectator, The New York Times, Smithsonian, and others. In 2014, he was hired by Wine Enthusiast as their Central Coast and SoCal critic/editor, and has been reviewing about 200 to 300 wines every month since then while regularly traveling from the Bay Area to the border to report on the scene.

Why were you at the Mid-State Fair last month? I presented the S.L.O. County Wine Person of the Year Award to my friend and colleague Chris Taranto, who’s in charge of communications for the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. I was actually nominated for the award, so I started my speech by joking that they’d told me I won. But it was even more of an honor to give the award to Chris, who deserves it more than anyone up there.

How was the fair? It was my first time there, though I’ve been driving past it every summer for about 30 years now. We had corn dogs, French fries, and beer, skipped the 311 show, and then hit In Bloom and the Rodeo Room for post-award revelry.

Where is your next trip happening? I’m with my extended family in Hawai‘i now, checking out exploding volcanoes, colorful fish, and tropical eats. I’ve been traveling a lot this year, but this is my first proper vacation in months. Maybe I won’t even write about it.

Matt and Chris Taranto at the Mid-State Fair for Wine Person of the Year Award

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County of Santa Barbara County Planning Commission

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Environmental Justice Element

On August 27, 2025, the County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing to consider the Environmental Justice (EJ) Element. The Planning Commission will consider making recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding the following:

The EJ Element is a new state‐mandated general plan element that focuses on addressing the needs of EJ Communities (EJCs). The EJCs in the County include Casmalia, Cuyama, New Cuyama, Ventucopa, Garey, Sisquoc, Los Alamos, and Isla Vista. The proposed EJ Element includes numerous policies, objectives, and actions designed to address the EJ‐related needs of EJCs.

In accordance with state law, the proposed EJ Element (22GPA‐00000‐00003) is designed to:

 Reduce unique or compounded health risks in EJCs by means that include the reduction of pollution exposure and improvement of air quality;

 Promote access to public facilities, healthy foods, safe and sanitary homes, and physical activity;

 Promote civic engagement in the public decision‐making process; and,

 Prioritize improvements and programs that address the needs of EJCs.

The EJ Element is exempt from CEQA per State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3).

For additional information, please view the project webpage: https://www.countyofsb.org/794/Environmental ‐Justice‐Element or contact Zoe Carlson at carlsonz@countyofsb.org and 805‐568‐3532.

The hearing will take place at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at: Board of Supervisors Hearing Room Joseph Centeno Betteravia Government Administration Building, 511 East Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria, CA 93454

For current methods of public participation for the hearing please see https://www.countyofsb.org/1625/County‐Planning‐Commission or 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 will be available on the Wednesday prior to the hearing at the Commission’s website above or contact the Planning Commission Recording Secretary at dvillalo@countyofsb.org or (805) 568‐2058 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 Hearing Support Staff at (805) 568‐2000. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the hearing will enable the Hearing Support Staff to make reasonable arrangements. 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 County Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing

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by RYAN P. CRUZ,

NEWS of the WEEK

Fiesta Sees Festivities, Fatality

by Nick Welsh

Like beauty, the relative success of any year’s Fiesta festivities lies pretty much in the eyes of its beholders. Even though there were notably fewer cascarón vendors this year, State Street and De la Guerra Plaza were still blanketed with the tutti-frutti-colored confetti that says “¡Viva la Fiesta!”

So, somebody must have been having a good time.

As of yet, few of the typical official indicators by which a “good time” is measured how many people were arrested, cited, warned, or hauled away in ambulances are not yet available. When this year’s festivities started, an unmistakable pall did seem to hover over the event in the form of a question mark: Would ICE agents intrude over the event? Or would the mere possibility of what many conceded was an unlikely occurrence keep Santa Barbara’s immigrant residents and people at risk of not looking Anglo away?

Fritz Olenberger, this year’s El Presidente of Old Spanish Days (OSD), the group that puts on most of the Fiesta events, commented, “This would be difficult to quantify, but I believe the impact of the ICE concern to attendance was far less than some may have anticipated.” Olenberger, a professional photographer who has shot every Fiesta since 2012, added, “This year, I feel attendance was generally equal to or greater than that of previous years.” Event organizers were expecting 250 to attend the Recepción del Presidente fundraiser; 300, he said, showed up. Crowd size for Fiesta Pequeña, he said, was estimated at 5,000; 1,600 attended the Celebración de los Dignatarios movers-and-shakers bash at

the zoo for which tickets cost $150.

But counting Fiesta celebrants with any precision is akin to counting drops of water in a rushing river. Anecdotally at least to people working at the Independent and their circles of contact it seemed that it was much easier to find a parking space for this year’s Saturday morning Children’s Parade than in years past, the taco lines at Our Lady of Guadalupe seemed to move considerably faster, and it was easier for even late arrivals to secure a street’s-eye perch along Cabrillo Boulevard to watch this year’s annual Fiesta parade.

Olenberger noted there were more horses and carriages in this year’s Fiesta parade along the waterfront, but with three fewer entries, he said, than last year. Olenberger also reported a 21 percent increase in the number of vendors at the Mercado de la Guerra: 113 compared to 94. But to some attendees, it seemed that more were selling merchandise shirts, fans, parasols rather than food.

Nothing changes faster than the past, as the people running Old Spanish Days are learning the hard way. Today’s Fiesta is not yesterday’s. Gone is the traditional State Street parade, and the Fiesta rodeo a staple event at Earl Warren has become competitive events: The OSD rodeo with locals has been forced to move to the Santa Ynez Valley, while Earl Warren Showgrounds administrators provided a touring professional rodeo experience. Also, the satellite mercado at MacKenzie Park is long gone, as is the more recent carnival at the City College Parking lot. If that weren’t enough, the burbling discontent over the colonial connotations of the name “Old Spanish Days” now finds itself

questioned more frequently and from a broader circle of people. With local schools now populated by a solid Latino majority, Fiesta organizers might well find themselves increasingly challenged over the name.

However, the fact remains, Fiesta is the single biggest, best, and most expansively inclusive party Santa Barbara throws for itself. Never was that more obvious than on Saturday night on State Street, when a spooky red half-moon reflecting the distortion of light molecules caused by all the ash generated by the Madre fire raging 15 miles outside of Santa Maria shone down on a very crowded Mercado stage. There, cumbia bands alternated with Spencer the Gardener and musicians playing norteño music. Most of the people wearing cowboy hats were Latino.

But the real action, it seemed, was on State Street itself. Galvanizing the lower stretches on Saturday night was a spontaneous and impromptu eruption of multiple banda bands each one a high-propulsion assembly of tubas, trombones, trumpets, drums, and an occasional saxophone or three. People danced solo; couples danced together; kids danced all over. And the bands themselves danced, shifting from one spot on the street to another, creating new audiences and dancers as they went.

Even self-described grumpy old white guys who don’t dance such as City Councilmember Mike Jordan found themselves utterly transfixed and bewitched by the raucous and joyous magic. “Where did they come from?” Jordan wondered. The question was put to El Presidente Olenberger, who said he didn’t know. Last year’s El Presidente, Dave Bolton, said this was the third year banda bands showed up in a pop-up fashion. “They

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NEWS BR IEFS

COMMUNITY

Peter MacDougall (pictured), the longest-serving superintendent/president of Santa Barbara City College history, died at age 85 on 7/30. Since MacDougall stepped down in 2002 after a 21-year run, nine presidents — six permanent and three interim ones — have filled his shoes. In Santa Barbara, MacDougall — with his big smile and broad Rhode Island accent — quickly emerged as a pillar of the community establishment and could work the room like no one else. “He was the velvet glove,” remembered current campus president Erika Endrijonas, who was hired by MacDougall in 2000.

PUBLIC SAFETY

The body of Roberto Perez Juarez, 19, of Oxnard was recovered from a deep pool at the Falls Day Use Area in Santa Barbara’s back country on 8/3. Detectives’ investigation determined his death was due to an accidental drowning. A couple of 9-1-1 calls came in that afternoon, reported County Fire’s Karen CruzOrduña, sending city and county fire crews and a water rescue team to the popular site along the Santa Ynez River. The teen was found in more than 10 feet of water in a dark, murky stretch about midway between the first water crossing and the Red Rock Trailhead. He had apparently been submerged for more than an hour, she said.

IMMIGRATION

Early results from a Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce survey show that half of business owners reported direct impacts from recent immigration enforcement activity in the region, and 57.7 percent reported “notable levels of fear and anxiety” among their employees. While half of respondents said businesses were “directly impacted,” 16.1 percent said they have been “significantly impacted” said by immigration enforcement, and 49 percent reported no impact. Early survey results also showed that 21 percent of respondents reported employee hours were lost due to the heightened fear and anxiety among staff, with businesses losing anywhere from 10 to 40 hours per week.

Glass House Brands issued a statement on 8/5 regarding the 7/10 immigration raids of its two cannabis facilities in Carpinteria and Camarillo, claiming that only nine of its employees were detained or arrested in the two operations. The company said the rest of the 361 taken by federal agencies including the 11 minors government officials say were found at the Camarillo location were employed by a third-party contractor. Glass House Brands has since ended its contracts with two different companies that provide third-party labor and updated its farm labor contractor agreements to prevent labor issues in the future. Read more at independent.com/immigration. n

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Santa Barbara police patrol Fiesta's Mercado De la Guerra on Saturday, a day after an after-midnight stabbing on the 500 block of State Street left one person dead and two others injured.

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Paseo Nuevo Deal Gets Early Approval

Redevelopment Includes 233 Market-Rate, 80 IncomeRestricted Units

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by Ryan P. Cruz

The proposed redevelopment of Paseo Nuevo mall in downtown Santa Barbara is beginning to take shape, as City Council approved the updated plans to downsize the residential development from 500 units to 233, plus an additional 80 units of deed-restricted affordable housing at a city parking lot.

On Tuesday, City Council learned the latest details of the redevelopment agreement, which hinges on the cooperation of the city, which owns the ground lease for the next 40 years, Shopoff, the owner of the empty Nordstrom building, and AB Commercial an investment firm that became the accidental owner after lending capital to the former owners of the property in 2022.

An earlier version of the proposal had as many as 500 residential units, though planners pivoted when AB Commercial found it would not be feasible to build on the interior retail corridor without redoing the foundation itself. Instead, the company worked along with city staff to develop a new plan for residential units centralized on edges of the property, at the vacant Macy’s building and the two existing city parking lots.

The city can dictate certain terms of the deal, though AB Commercial, which owns the mall leases, holds much of the power in negotiations. City Administrator Kelly McAdoo explained that the city would turn over the land underneath the properties, and agree to give a portion of the city’s property tax amounting to about $300,000 per year.

AB Commercial will agree to build at least 80 units of affordable housing, in addition to the 233 market-rate units. This is more than six times as many units as required by the city’s inclusionary ordinance, and the rents would be set according to tenants’ incomes. Because of this, state law allows for AB Commercial to build up to 75 feet giving the city no say in this concession.

City staff explained that there weren’t many alternatives to this project; if the city, AB Commercial, and Shopoff don’t all agree to the updated agreement, there can’t be any residential construction at the property at all.

Councilmember Eric Friedman, who remembers discussing the future of the Macy’s building back in 2017, said the latest version of the deal was the most favorable to date. “We’re getting a lot more affordable [units] than we would otherwise get for 90 years which is a huge benefit,” he said. Some of the councilmembers questioned allowing the use of City Lot 2, across the street from the Nordstrom building. City Administrator McAdoo explained that, by concentrating all the affordable units into one area, the city could partner with an agency like the Housing Authority to acquire tax credits to fund construction.

“If [AB Commercial] didn’t use Lot 2, or build those 80 units, they could put 12 units,” McAdoo said. “And that would be all that we could get.”

The redevelopment would include a 25,000-square-foot public gym and 17,000-square-foot “specialty food market” at the corner of State and Ortega streets.

Community members, housing advocates, and planning experts urged city officials to be carefully considerate of what concessions were being made, and asked that City Council not rush to approve a project right away.

Councilmembers suggested a robust public engagement process, with public town hall meetings where people could weigh in on the project before it was officially approved. The council unanimously approved the amendment to the agreement, approving the general plan for the project to allow the city and AB Commercial to officially begin negotiations. This is not a full approval of the project, but allows for the construction of housing at City Lots 1 and 2. n

Gifford Fire CA’s Largest of Year

The Gifford Fire, blazing about 15 miles northeast of Santa Maria since August 1, is now California’s largest fire of 2025 and, without support from the weather, is likely to grow even larger. Hundreds more firefighters respond daily from multiple agencies, working amid smoky, erratic fire behavior toward what is now 9 percent containment of a fire chewing across rough terrain that may not have burned since 1953’s Big Dalton Fire. Dozens of engines, dozers, and water tenders, and 11 helicopters are on-site, with fixed-wing aircraft available on call.

The growth of the fire has been explosive: from 10 acres on Friday to 30,000 on Saturday and 65,000 on Sunday. Captain Scott Safechuck of Santa Barbara County Fire described how smoke columns rising from the heat could blast embers outward at erratic intervals: “The whiter, more distinct area at the top is where the plume reaches an altitude where the smoke column develops an ice cap. When that collapses to the ground, it pushes the fire in a lot of directions, which is why we saw the fire go from 39,000 acres to 65,000 acres in a day.”

In addition to the fire crew camp in Santa Maria, two new base camps were set up closer to the fire to the east and north on Tuesday, with a potential for a third at New Cuyama. No firefighters have been injured among the 2,323 on duty, but two contractors were injured in a rollover accident and one motorist along the 166 suffered burns when they left their car to view the fire on the day it ignited. Burning across the dry

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terrain to the south and north of State Route 166, the fire’s growth to 83,933 acres at press deadline on Wednesday morning is helped by the cross-hatching of ridges and drainages that present fresh fuel to any direction the wind blows.

As of Tuesday, 520 people had been evacuated, said Flemming Bertelsen, information officer for Los Padres National Forest. Another 302 were under an evacuation warning, said Lieutenant Jarrett Morris of the Sheriff’s Office. More than 1,200 structures were threatened, including more than 100 homes in the rural Huasna Valley. Mandatory evacuation orders now reach to the Sisquoc River and evacuation warnings to Foxen Canyon Road. Visit ReadySBC.org for full information or to sign up to receive emergency alerts. —Jean

Multimillion-Dollar Claim Filed Against County for Jail Suicide

The family of Cecelia Covarrubias, the 41-year-old Santa Ynez resident who hung herself last November in a county jail isolation unit located within eyeshot of the jail officials, filed a claim against the county “in excess of $10 million” for allowing the death of a woman who had waved numerous red flags in the days and weeks preceding her death of her abiding intention of killing herself.

“Ms. Covarrubias was on suicide watch and was being held in an observation cell,” stated the claim filed by Woodland Hills attorney Dale Galipo, who specializes in civil rights, excessive force, and wrongful death cases against law enforcement agencies. “The County and its officials at the Main Jail were on notice of the threat to Ms. Covarrubias’s life and safety, but nevertheless allowed her death to occur on their watch.” Galipo also charged jail officials were slow to respond and summon medical attention.

Covarrubias’s death aroused the outrage of this year’s Grand Jury, which wrote about her demise with incredulity that someone who had issued so many warnings could have been placed in an isolation cell with

a telephone equipped with a 12-inch telephone cord. Covarrubias arrested on November 8 while under the influence after reportedly ramming a law enforcement vehicle while attempting to escape was found in her cell on November 13 with that cord wrapped around her neck.

Such claims are typically a preliminary formality in big-ticket cases, a mandatory step during which “administrative remedies” are exhausted prior to the filing of an actual lawsuit. Earlier this year, Galipo won a $33.4 million verdict against a Kern County officer who shot a Black motorist five times, twice in the back.

As of deadline, the county has not yet responded to the claims by the Covarrubias family. Typically, the county declines to comment on any ongoing litigation. This claim, however, is hardly the last shoe to drop in the case. The Covarrubias death is reportedly the first case statewide to be submitted to the California Bureau of Community Corrections In-Custody Death Review Panel to evaluate the adequacy of the response and to make recommendations for improvement. —Nick Welsh

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The Gifford Fire has grown to more than 83,000 acres as of Wednesday morning.

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COURTS & CRIME

$200M Sought in D.C. Plane Death

Seven months after an American Airlines flight collided with a U.S. Army helicopter near Washington, D.C., killing everyone on board, a victim’s bereaved family has formally filed a government tort claim seeking $200 million in damages.

Kristen Miller-Zahn, a Santa Barbara resident and sister of victim Dustin Miller, originally contacted the Independent in March to share her brother’s story after retaining a Santa Barbara law firm to sue the U.S. Army and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over his death.

“He was taken from us, as were 66 others, in a disaster that should never have happened,” Miller-Zahn said. “We are devastated. We are forever changed. And we are not alone.”

firm representing the Millers.

“That number is used as a placeholder, a standard practice in these types of claims, to preserve the family’s full legal rights as we pursue justice. What this case is really about is accountability. It’s about making sure the government answers for what happened and taking steps to prevent other families from experiencing the same tragedy.”

On the night of January 29, Dustin Miller’s flight was about to touch down at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, while a three-person crew was conducting a training mission aboard an Army Black Hawk helicopter nearby. The two aircraft collided around 8 p.m. and fell into pieces in the Potomac River. It was the country’s deadliest aviation accident in decades.

“The $200 million figure is not a reflection of a specific dollar value on a human life no amount of money can ever replace a loved one,” said lead attorney Robert Curtis of Foley Bezek Behle & Curtis LLP, the law

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The family’s claim accuses the FAA and U.S. Army of “negligence” and “systemic failures,” including inadequate air traffic control procedures, poor operational oversight, and disregard for known safety risks.

“Most notably, the FAA had received over 15,000 reports of near-misses involving aircraft near Washington, D.C., in just the past four years warnings that went unaddressed,” the lawsuit states. —CallieFausey

Undue Influence in Elder Abuse Case?

The courtroom showdown over whether Julie Westerfield, the heiress to the Jergens hand cream fortune, was the victim of undue influence in an elder abuse fraud case was declared on July 30 all but over by Superior Court Judge Thomas Anderle.

On May 5, after more than three weeks of trial, 12 jurors quickly and unanimously agreed that financial elder abuse, fraud, and breach of fiduciary duty had, indeed, been committed against Westerfield by the family’s former babysitter, Jordana Snider. Three years ago, at age 51, Snider had gotten herself legally adopted by Westerfield. Westerfield’s son, Christopher, now 37, then discovered that his mother had gifted a four-acre Ojai property then valued at $2.2 million to his former babysitter, and he called attorney John Thyne III, who filed legal papers against Snider to get the gift rescinded.

Court documents indicate that Snider and Julie Westerfield had indeed maintained warm and cordial relations over the decades, and that Westerfield had been extremely generous to her former babysitter. But the late-life adoption took place, Thyne contended in heated court papers, right about the time Westerfield’s dementia was first diagnosed in 2022 when, in short order, Westerfield wrote a check for $300,000 and another for $200,000. One was returned and the other exceeded bank size allowances.

When Westerfield’s son accused Snider of

undue influence and elder fraud of someone with diminished capacity, Snider accused Chris Westerfield of undue influence in seeking to turn his own mother against her. In the process, Snider dredged up Christopher’s troubles with substance abuse and mental health challenges. As Judge Anderle understatedly observed, “The case has been contentious, acrimonious at times.”

Judge Aderle showed no inclination to undo the adoption, initially approved by Judge Colleen Sterne, who at the time, had not heard a syllable of objection. In May, when the jury unanimously found in favor of Westerfield, it also required that Snider had to return the house, now said be worth as much as $4 million, and pay $150,000 in punitive damages, plus the costs Westerfield incurred in legal and conservator’s fees, roughly $320,000.

Attorneys for Snider then filed lengthy arguments asking Anderle to set aside the jury’s verdict and to declare a mistrial. Attorneys for Westerfield answered with just as lengthy arguments to the contrary. Judge Anderle heaped praise on the lawyering skill exhibited by both sides, but as is his custom, declined to budge an inch. As a judge, Anderle is known for his booming delivery. As a writer, he is inclined that way, too. “Jordana’s [Snider] motions are DENIED,” he wrote, adding, “The court repeats what it has said before: The case was exceptionally well lawyered.”

—Nick Welsh

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Murder Trial Nears End

Last Witnesses Called in Stearns Wharf Shooting Case

The murder trial of Jiram Tenorio Ramon entered its third week on Monday with testimony from another of Ramon’s former co-defendants, who offered an account of his gang involvement and role in the December 2022 shooting on Stearns Wharf that killed innocent bystander Robert Gutierrez.

Ricardo Tomas JaureguiMoreno, who is currently serving a multi-year sentence after taking a plea deal, appeared in court in custody and under the same terms as the two former co-defendants who testified against Ramon last week: His testimony cannot be used against him, but it must be truthful.

Prosecutor Tate McCallister questioned him about his affiliation with the Westside gang and his actions on the night of December 9, 2022. Jauregui-Moreno acknowledged past gang involvement, and when asked about drawings recovered by police which depicted symbols tied to the Westside gang he said he didn’t know what they meant.

He also testified that he didn’t see Ramon with a gun that night. According to his account, the group was driving off the wharf when they saw another group of young men. Jauregui-Moreno said he flashed a “W” hand sign out the car window. When the other group responded with whistling and hand gestures, he and Ramon got out of the vehicle. He testified that one of the men appeared to be armed and that he took off running as shots were fired.

Defense attorney George Steele used the opportunity to frame the evening from Jauregui-Moreno’s perspective emphasizing that the group he was with were not “jumped-in” gang members and portraying the night as a casual outing that unexpectedly turned violent. Steele’s line of questioning suggested that even Jauregui-Moreno wasn’t fully involved in gang activity, despite Jauregui-Moreno’s confirmed membership in the Westside gang.

When the questioning turned toward statements Ramon allegedly made after the shooting including whether he believed he hit someone Jauregui-Moreno appeared hesitant and offered few specifics.

FIREARMS EXPERT TESTIFIES REMOTELY

On Tuesday, the defense called Daniel O’Kelly to the stand via Zoom. O’Kelly, a former law enforcement officer and director of the International Firearm Specialist Academy, testified as a paid expert for the defense.

His testimony comes as both sides continue to debate a key point in the case: whether the ghost gun recovered from

what investigators say was Ramon’s apartment is the same weapon used in the killing of Robert Gutierrez. Ballistics experts from the Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners (AFTE) previously testified that the bullet recovered from Gutierrez’s body was “likely” fired from that gun but ultimately reached an inconclusive determination.

O’Kelly explained that the forensic firearms discipline includes a “human factor” and that AFTE allows for conclusions that are not definitive. “Inconclusive but likely,” O’Kelly said, is an acceptable conclusion under AFTE guidance.

O’Kelly testified that he did not personally examine the firearm or bullets in this case. He is being paid $350 per hour and has worked approximately 25 hours totaling $8,750. During cross-examination, McCallister asked about O’Kelly’s past webinars and public commentary, including presentations on the legality of homemade firearms. O’Kelly acknowledged that he has previously testified in a case defending an individual who built gun parts using a 3D printer.

McCallister closed by confirming that the AFTE conclusion in this case that the bullet recovered was “likely” fired from the ghost gun found in Ramon’s apartment was permitted under the organization’s standards.

Steele followed up: “But you don’t know for sure that the bullet came from that gun?”

“Correct,” O’Kelly replied.

LAST STEPS

At the end of Tuesday’s proceedings, the jury was walked through the possible verdicts and given instructions on avoiding bias. Closing arguments were scheduled to begin Wednesday morning, after which the case will be handed over to the jury. For the latest on the trial, see independent.com/ courts-crime. —Ella Heydenfeldt

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WATER SAFETY

WATCH:

TEACH:

PREVENT:

Drowning is silent and fast. Active supervision is a child’s best protection.

Never leave children alone in water. Young or weak swimmers should be within arm’s length to an adult.

Teach the dangers of water, age appropriate swimming skills and to always swim with a buddy.

Install fences around home pools. Swim in designated areas in view of lifeguards in open water.

In 2024, nearly 2,000 babies were born at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. From the Birth Center, to the Mother Infant Unit, to Cottage Children’s Medical Center and Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinics, our staff is honored to offer care and compassion to children in all stages of their lives. Learn more at cottagehealth.org/childrens

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Buellton

Alessio Roman Rubio-Kunigonis, 4/21/2025

Dakota Lake Domingos, 4/27/2025

Carpinteria

Victor Andres Alcala, 5/25/2025

Morris A. Craddock, 6/13/2025

Emilio Nicolas Estrada, 6/21/2025

Christian Bowie Diaz, 6/27/2025

Alara Keilani Barroso, 6/28/2025

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Emilia Ann Avigliano, 3/28/2025

Ainsley Sylvianna King-Young, 4/6/2025

Freya Nova Dinter, 5/5/2025

Caroline Landa Best, 5/13/2025

Avalon Rumualdo, 5/15/2025

Gael Eduardo Díaz Romo, 7/4/2025

Montecito

Rylee Brooke Nimmons, 5/6/2025

Orcutt

Ayla Kiatra Reginato, 4/17/2025

Santa Barbara

Georgia Mae Dickerson, 3/10/2025

Emilio Roman Molina, 3/16/2025

Maverick Jacob Sandoval, 4/2/2025

Arlette Camila Garcia, 4/13/2025

Marcus Chalmers, 4/15/2025

Ezequiel Emiliano Antunez, 4/17/2025

Sage Seth Morgan, 4/21/2025

Thelma Herenui Bertin, 4/23/2025

Hazel Grace Markley, 4/23/2025

Elizabeth Esmeralda Recinos Argueta, 4/29/2025

Nicolas Matthew Y. Duenez, 5/6/2025

Romeo Ventura, 5/11/2025

Olive Lupe Duran, 5/12/2025

Naz Caine Sosa, 5/15/2025

Ozias Kyro Sosa, 5/15/2025

Olive Anika Das, 5/17/2025

Cain Thiago Loera, 5/19/2025

Sebastian Griffith Riparetti, 5/31/2025

Aiden James Zelasko, 6/2/2025

Hazel Mae Canley, 6/7/2025

Jocelyn Puckett, 6/16/2025

Lainey Marie Spann, 6/24/2025

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S.B. Chipping Away at Illegal Vacation Rentals CITY

The City of Santa Barbara’s Short-Term Rental task force collected more than $2.6 million in outstanding taxes, penalties, and fees in its first two years as a pilot program. The task force has been considered a success, using less than half of its allotted budget while chipping away at the nearly 974 illegal vacation rentals reportedly operating within the city.

In its first year, 2024, the Short-Term Rental pilot program collected more than $487,000 from unpermitted properties in the coastal zone and more than $336,000 from properties in the inland areas. At the start of the program, city staff estimated that there were nearly 1,300 illegal vacation rentals in the city; by July 2024, the city had already achieved compliance in 94 cases.

The task force already proved to bring in much more money than it costs the city. In 2024, the pilot program spent less than $140,000 of its allocated budget of $1.175 million. In its second year, the program has been run with similar success, spending just $233,000 of its remaining budget and collecting nearly $1.8 million from a total of 230 unpermitted rentals.

These recent statistics were released as part of an updated report on the short-term rental pilot program, which was presented to the Santa Barbara City Council on Tuesday. The City Council weighed in on the top priorities for a permanent short-term rental

merely show and then the crowd grows,” he said, adding that the video Old Spanish Days made depicting State Street on Saturday night has drawn more than 70,000 views. All this illustrates just how unpredictably creative Santa Barbarans can be when animating what had been abandoned public spaces. It also shows that Old Spanish Days aren’t that Spanish anymore.

As for the specter of ICE, they were the boogeymen who never showed. There were a couple of false alarms reported, but typically they involved some of the out-of-town law enforcement officers called in to help keep the peace. In some instances, bar and restaurant workers were reportedly told they could go home early if they didn’t feel safe. The real tragedy of the celebration was the fatal stabbing of Anthony Bisquera-Hartley, a 30-year-old father of three, in what police are describing as a gang-related event just after midnight Friday morning on the 500 block. Details of what happened remain sketchy, but police suggest the individuals involved may have known each other, and instead of push coming to shove, knives were drawn and three individuals sustained multiple stab wounds to the torso.

Police have since arrested three individuals, and this Tuesday, the district attorney charged two with murder and one with attempted murder. The details, such as they’ve been presented, are alarming. One of

program and gave direction to staff to begin the process of drafting the permanent ordinance over the next year.

The city has made compliance the top priority. Out of the 230 illegal rentals addressed last year, the task force has gained voluntary compliance in 182 cases. There are 26 priorities with open cases, and the city has filed 22 cases with Santa Barbara Superior Court.

Councilmembers agreed that the enforcement program has been successful and supported making a simple permanent ordinance to make the short-term rental laws clear going forward. The permanent program would be intended to address “nuisance properties” and preserve long-term housing by limiting the locations short-term rentals would be allowed.

The council did not support allowing accessory dwelling units to be used as shortterm rentals. Councilmembers gave direction to increase the fines for unpermitted vacation rentals and to disallow short-term rentals in the inland areas of the city as much as possible. The city may allow “home-sharing” rentals, but only when the primary resident is on-site.

The city will begin a public outreach period this fall and will return for public hearings at the Planning Commission, Ordinance, Committee, and Finance Committee in the winter. City Council is expected to see a draft ordinance in spring 2026. —RyanP.Cruz

the alleged assailants, Juan Fernado Rios, was out on bail at the time on an as-yet-undisclosed felony offense. In 2013, Rios then a juvenile was charged with attempted murder for a gang-related assault on the Westside near Bohnett Park. He served 354 days in county jail with three years of probation after pleading no contest to assault with a deadly weapon with a street gang enhancement. In 2018, Rios and an accomplice got in a fight on the 600 block of State Street with a man and his niece. The niece was punched in the face and the uncle was stabbed, as were two Good Samaritans who sought to intervene. Rios was sentenced to four years on attempted murder charges; his accomplice got 18 and remains in prison.

According to the City Fire Department, calls for service were down slightly during the four days of Fiesta: 172 total calls for service, 121 of which were emergency calls for service. The year before, those numbers were 196 and 150. What that means is hard to say; fire department stats don’t reveal which events were actually Fiesta-related and which ones happened to happen as Fiesta was happening. AMR, by contrast, reported a slight increase in the number of ambulance calls, posting 178 calls this year during Fiesta week as opposed to 153 last year. Again, these numbers don’t differentiate regular calls from Fiesta-involved calls.

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Gaza Genocide Must End!

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to eventually top hundreds of thousands, these numbers are now being augmented by Gazans dying of preventable starvation. For a visual wakeup, look at some photos from Gaza.

Instead of acting in the interest of humanity, what do our “leaders” do? They go after anyone who speaks the truth: Students are deported, people are fired from their jobs, and international oﬃcials are sanctioned.

Sanctimonious politicians have all of a sudden discovered anti-Semitism, using it as a cudgel against universities and individuals. Where were their crocodile tears when Trump was talking about “both sides” in Charlottesville, when Trump was dining with self-avowed Nazis, or when Musk was giving stiﬀ-armed salutes?

Lest Democrats feel smug about this, let’s remember that all previous Democratic administrations have enabled Israel, including that of Biden and Harris who did nothing to stop the already-apparent genocide when they had a chance.

I don’t know about you, but my feelings oscillate between intense grief and boiling anger. I do not hide my pro-Palestinian sentiments. But this goes beyond one side or another. This is about our shared humanity. Does it still exist? Did it ever exist?

unless authorized ... by the aﬃrmative votes of at least a majority of the electors ... .”

A 2008 Superior Court ruling on the Veronica Meadows development required a city election because access to the project would have crossed undeveloped city-owned parkland. The court specifically ruled that use of the parkland for road purposes was “not compatible with or accessory to the use of the property as a parkland” a fact pattern almost identical to the East Los Olivos proposal. Veronica Meadows withdrew its project.

I believe this issue should be incorporated in future city discussions. Lanny Ebenstein, S.B.

Friends with Benefits?

The California Coastal Commission has considered the Air Force’s proposed increases of missile launches from 6 to 36 to 50, and now 100, which could result in 124 sonic booms annually. Despite commission requests, the Air Force has not detailed suﬃcient measures to address significant eﬀects on sensitive endangered marine and terrestrial species and habitats exposed to increased sonic booms. This includes a lack of underwater monitoring of sonic booms, which are five to 10 times more powerful than what is felt on land and could harm endangered whales migrating through the Santa Barbara Channel.

As citizens, our tools are limited. As meager as they sometimes appear, we still have to utilize them. So, tell your congressperson to cosponsor HR 3565 The Block the Bombs Act, attend rallies and demonstrations, write letters, and talk to friends and family.

Exercise your humanity. Rand Clark, S.B.

The commission has repeatedly questioned the Air Force’s motives for increased launches, most of which are for SpaceX’s Starlink missile launches a private entity whose launches are cloaked as necessary for military purposes but whose profits are not contributed to the federal government.

With 8,094 Starlink satellites in orbit, Elon Musk owns more than every country and company in the world combined.

The People Must Vote

Apotentially important issue in the development of 505 East Los Olivos Street is that any changes to Mission Historical Park require a vote of the people.

The park extends from the walls in front of the project site and encompasses the pathways to both sides. The use of part of Mission Historical Park for redesigned roadway or redesigned driveway purposes or widening of East Los Olivos Street all of which appear to be necessary for development of the project would require a vote of the people of Santa Barbara.

Section 520 of the Charter of the City of Santa Barbara, “Disposition of Real Property or a Public Utility,” states: “No land acquired by the City for or dedicated to public park or recreation purposes ... shall be sold, leased or otherwise transferred ...

Support the commission’s position by submitting public comment at the August 14 hearing (in person or virtually), or online by 5 p.m. See coastal.ca.gov/ meetings/agenda/#/2025/8.

Peggy Oki, Carpinteria

For the Record

¶ In the “AI Cameras Catch Fires Early” story on July 17, though ALERTCalifornia is based at UC San Diego, it is not part of UCSD’s WIFIRE Lab.

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Albert Alexander Melkonian

1926–2025

A Lucky Man In

BY JAMES MELKONIAN

Al Melkonian, a beloved member of the Santa Barbara community for more than 60 years, passed away on May 19 peacefully at his home on the Mesa at the age of 98.

Albert was born to Armenian immigrants Stepan and Mary Melkonian (Hovanessian) in Brooklyn, New York on November 3, 1926. He was the youngest brother to Harold and William Melkonian, who both fought for the United States during WWII. It was Albert’s great ambition to join his brothers in the war, and he attempted to enlist multiple times, but it was not to be. He studied at Brooklyn Technical High School, where he met his lifelong best friend, Bill Sandstrom, and went on to graduate from Ohio State University, supporting the U.S. military after graduation by teaching electronics at Fort Monmouth in New Jersey.

In 1957, Albert married the love of his life, Jane Freeman, who had grown up just blocks from his family home. They had their first son, Steve, in Brooklyn before moving to California, where they had two more sons, James and Thomas.

An opportunity to work as a technical writer for the think tank GE Tempo brought Albert and his young family to Santa Barbara in 1961. Albert’s work with Tempo through the ’60s involved him in projects with the U.S. defense department and connected him with many of Santa Barbara’s early tech industry figures.

Albert also became involved in Santa Barbara politics, running a campaign for school board and setting a powerful example for all Americans who love democracy by gracefully accepting the results of the election even when he lost. He was also part of an activist group that promoted establishing cable television as a municipally owned public utility in Santa Barbara that ultimately won concessions, guaranteeing public television programs such as Sesame Street would be available to residents on free TV.

Al and Jane would become fixtures in Santa Barbara, active in the Unitarian church, the Unitarian Society’s First Family, and local schools; making countless friends along the way; and hosting holiday get-

togethers that became beloved traditions for extended family and friends.

After a decade at Tempo, Albert became disenchanted working for a defense contractor while morally opposed to the Vietnam War and left to work for the local computer start-up Culler Scientific. He eventually rejoined Burroughs, now Unisys, as a manager in their technical writing department. He would go on to teach technical writing at UCSB and SBCC in his later career.

In 1997, Al would face his greatest tragedy when Jane passed away after a short illness. He truly missed her every day for the rest of his life.

Albert spent his later years supporting many of Santa Barbara’s cultural offerings, including the S.B. International Film Festival, S.B. Symphony, and Ensemble and S.B. City College theater groups, as well as taking sculpture classes at SBCC. He continued to be active in the community, serving on the County Grand Jury as well as mentoring young people and teaching driver safety to older folks. A highlight of these years were his adventures abroad, including trips to Europe and to his ancestral home of Armenia with his cousin Sam Melkonian’s son, Leon.

While the family is saddened by Albert’s passing, we are forever grateful for all he gave us and that he was able to live to such an advanced age of 98 while still able to enjoy his memories of such a long and fruitful life. From the family’s early years in the Brooklyn of the 1950s through the ’60s, ’70s, and beyond in Santa Barbara, Albert’s artistic eye captured the life of the family and friends he loved in countless photographs that still possess the power to transport us back to those lovely days.

Albert is survived by his three sons along with Tom’s partner Melissa Rigoli, who became the daughter he never had; his niece Debbie Melkonian; great-niece Wendy Melkonian, great-nephews Geoff Melkonian and O’Brien McCarty and their families; Leon and Sofie Melkonian, who followed Al to Santa Barbara to start their family; in-laws Johnny O’Brien and Marsha MacDonald, also of Santa Barbara; Peter Jaret and Susan (Jaret) McKinstry; along with the Sandstroms, Engles, Hughes, Croteaus, Aparicios, Moriaritys, Saffolds, Kopeikins, and many others who may not have been technically relatives but were certainly members of Albert’s family.

The family wishes to thank Noemi Villegas, Amada Ferrell, Sansum Clinic, Cottage Hospital, and VNA for their compassionate care.

Al was laid to rest next to Jane at Santa Barbara Cemetery. His passing is truly the end of an era. n

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Ignacio Reyes, Jr. and MorbetoMaryann

1944-2025

In loving memory of Ignacio Reyes, Jr. (12/11/44 – 5/27/25) and his wife of 60 years, Maryann Morbeto (11/11/43 – 1/17/25), both of them passing in Haines City, FLA where they lived. They are survived by their sons, James, daughter-in-law Teri & David, daughter-in-law Liz, 3 grandchildren, Isabel, Delia & Max and 1 greatgrandson. Cooper. They were married in SB in 1964. Together, they lived and worked in SB, Santa Maria, in Pennsylvania and finally they settled in FLA, near Maryann’s brother, Joe. The entire Reyes and Morbeto families deeply feel the loss of Ignacio and Maryann and the legacy Ignacio left us: Peace.

Lionel Corbett

1943-2025

Dr. Lionel Corbett, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, surrounded by his family in Santa Barbara, California. Born and raised in Manchester, United Kingdom, Lionel trained in medicine and psychiatry at the University of Manchester. After his training, he served as a decorated medic in the British Military. He later moved to the United States, where he became the head of psychiatry at Rush University Hospital in Chicago and trained at the C.G. Jung Institute of Chicago.

For over 2 decades, Dr. Corbett served as a distinguished professor of depth psychology on the faculty of Pacifica Graduate Institute. His primary professional interests included the religious function of the psyche, the development of psychotherapy as a spiritual practice, and the interface of Jungian psychology with contemporary psychoanalytic thought. A prolific

writer, Lionel’s legacy will forever be captured in his numerous influential books, including The Sacred Cauldron: Psychotherapy as a Spiritual Practice, The Soul and Anguish: Psychotherapeutic Approaches to Suffering, Psyche and the Sacred, and The Religious Function of the Psyche. He also coedited several volumes, such as Young and Aging, Depth Psychology, Meditations in the Field, and Psychology at the Threshold.

An outstanding academic, doctor, and mentor, Lionel was also a devoted husband and father. His greatest passions were writing, lecturing to audiences around the world, brewing the perfect cup of loose-leaf tea, and playing chess. He will be remembered by all who knew him as a gentle, compassionate soul with a wonderfully dry sense of humor.

Lionel is survived by his wife of 35 years, Cathy; his children Zachary Corbett, Ashley Nancarrow, and Gabriel Rives-Corbett; and his two grandchildren, Laura and Rye. His memory will also be cherished by his siblings, Barry Corbett and Anne Hedwatt, as well as a wide circle of beloved family, friends, and treasured students on both sides of the Atlantic who mourn his loss. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests considering a donation to a charity of your choice in Lionel's name.

A private, family memorial will be held at sea. There will also be a public memorial at Pacifica Graduate Institute, Barrett Hall, 801 Ladera Lane, Santa Barbara CA 93108 on October 26, 2025, from 5 pm to 7 pm. Please RSVP to attend the memorial by email at rememberlionel@mail.com

“The highest Truth cannot be expressed. Whatever is said about It is at least partly nonsensical.” Avadhuta Gita

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Claude Warren Case 07/04/42-07/30/25

Claude Warren Case was born on July 4, 1942, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Nancy Harper Case and Charlie Case. The first child, he was followed in the next few years by brothers Michael and Charles (Chuck). Claude attended public schools in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona, always excelling at math. He took up the trombone in elementary school and played through college. He enjoyed acting as well; his most memorable role was the King in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I. He spent his junior year of high school in Göteborg, Sweden, making lifelong friends with the teenage son of his host family.

Displaying his characteristic ambition and determination, he set his mind on attending Princeton University for college, despite the fact that no one in the family had attended Ivy League schools. He was admitted and set a high bar for the two other sons, one of whom followed him to Princeton and the other to Harvard. He graduated in 1964, majoring in history, and remained in contact with several of his fellow alums through reunions and travel. Inspired by the spirit of service expressed in John F. Kennedy’s inaugural address, he joined one of the early classes of the Peace Corps, serving in Bogotá and Medellín, Colombia, educating math teachers.

Following the Peace Corps, he received a MAT from Harvard and pursued a career teaching high school math in Massachusetts. In the summer of 1967 he went to Greenville, South Carolina, to participate in a program that provided academic training to Black students moving into newly integrated schools. There he met the love of his life, Susan Helden. They married in August 1968.

Soon after, he got a job with General Electric, and this eventually took him and Susan back to Phoenix. He did not stay in the position

for long. His father, Charlie, had founded a tire company in 1945 and by 1970, it was struggling. Charlie asked his three sons if any were interested in joining, and eventually taking over, the company, and Claude stepped forward. Although both Mike and Chuck worked at the company for a while, Claude and Susan were the driving force in making it a success, particularly after Charlie’s untimely death in 1983. Claude liked to describe himself as a “simple merchant”; however, he was anything but. He computerized the company at a time when the use of computers in small business was extremely rare, and his attention to detail in controlling costs, developing relationships with customers and suppliers, pricing, and navigating through a difficult competitive environment was exemplary.

Claude and Susan had an extremely loving marriage for fifty-eight years. They had three children. He was an extraordinary father, supportive, witty, and inspiring. He loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren playing cards, discussing history (especially Tudor England), and watching classic movies (favorites included Casablanca and The Sound of Music). He excelled at the Dad joke and loved to make people laugh with his dry sense of humor.

The family took frequent trips to the beach in Mexico and skiing in the winter. Claude and Susan shared a love for travel and visited every continent except Antarctica. They had multiple trips to Europe, including many memorable ones with children and grandchildren.

In 2002, Claude sold the business, retiring at the age of sixty and moving with Susan to Santa Barbara in 2006. He devoted his post-retirement life to public service and philanthropy, with a focus on culture and the arts (especially music) as well as human rights, and organizations that addressed many of society’s most intractable problems, including homelessness. He was instrumental in establishing Social Venture Partners in Santa Barbara after being actively involved in it in Phoenix.

In 2021, he and Susan sold their beloved Santa Barbara home and moved into Casa Dorinda, where they joined

several friends and made many wonderful new ones. He immersed himself in competitive duplicate bridge, maintaining an active presence at the Santa Barbara Bridge Club and achieving the rank of Life Master a few years prior to his death.

Claude died peacefully on July 30, 2025, surrounded by family. He leaves his wife Susan, his children Sarah Case, Andrew Case, and Katharine Case, their respective spouses and partners Jay Carlander, Claudia Wilsch Case, and Noel Mauricio Salgado, grandchildren Julia and Katharine Carlander and David and Helen Case, and his brother Chuck Case. His brother Michael Case predeceased him in 2017. Remembrances can be sent to the Santa Barbara Foundation or Dignity Moves.

Kelly Shobe O'Rourke

07/20/1965 – 08/03/2025

Kelly Shobe O’Rourke was born in Pasadena, California on July 20, 1965 and died in Scottsdale, Arizona of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) on August 3, 2025. Over the course of her childhood, her family moved frequently, with time spent in Colorado, Michigan, and England, before eventually settling in Santa Barbara, California, which she considered her hometown. She attended Baylor University as an undergraduate, and after dropping out of law school decided on a career in teaching. She married Brian O’Rourke in 1992 in Santa Barbara, and they lived there and in Sunnyvale, California before settling in Scottsdale, Arizona, a town they both loved. They had a daughter Madeline in 2001 and a son Sean in 2004. In addition to her husband and children, she leaves behind her dear mother, brother, sister-inlaw, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She loved her family dearly, showed great dedication to educating young minds, fought cancer bravely, and was devoted to her many friends. She will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know her. A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 10th, at 1PM at North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, 11735 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation.

Irene Marie Nordquist Sahyun 09/09/40-07/21/25

Red-haired Irene died at home of complications related to diabetes and dementia at age 84. Born in Vancouver, B.C., she graduated from Magee High School, along with her twin sister Marjory, and Irene entered nursing school at St. Paul’s Hospital in downtown Vancouver. There she formed lifelong friendships with fellow nursing students, and completed her RN in 1961. After a short stint in Prince George, BC, Irene emigrated to California and assumed a nursing position at UCLA Medical Center. During this time Irene met her future husband Mel (Melville) Sahyun; they were married on April 12, 1966. The best job opportunity for Mel was with 3M in St. Paul, Minnesota, where they relocated later in 1966. There they raised their two sons, Steven and Michael. Irene and Mel would return to Mel’s home town of Santa Barbara in retirement. Despite having emigrated and become an American citizen, Irene remained proud of her Canadian heritage.

In Canada Irene had been raised in the United Church of Canada; in the United States she joined the Episcopal (Anglican) Church and became active in it. She was a strong advocate for women’s ordination to the priesthood, was on the support team for the Minnesota members of the “Philadelphia Eleven”, the first women to be so ordained in 1974, and lobbied the 1976 General Convention, which ultimately formally approved the practice. She served on vestry (parish council), as an usher, reader and lay Eucharistic minister in the parishes of which she was a member.

In Minnesota, Irene was active in continuing her education. She completed her B.A. from Metropolitan State University (St. Paul, MN), then obtained an M.A. from University of St. Thomas and an M.S. from University of Wisconsin—Stout (Menomonie, WI). Irene also became involved in Minnesota politics, particularly in the 1980s right after she became an American citizen, with an emphasis on women’s issues. She served as a DFL (Democratic Party) ward chair in St. Paul, MN,

in the early 1990s. Travel has always been a priority for Irene; Mel and Irene’s honeymoon in Hawai’i was at her initiative. Numerous trips to Europe followed. In 1983 they took sons Steven and Michael, then 14 and 11, to Greece, Austria and Yugoslavia (Slovenia and Croatia). Later for a graduation gift they accompanied Michael to a reunion of Nordkvist relatives in Sweden. Other destinations included China, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, Israel and Jordan, Argentina, and Japan, and many places in North America, often by train. Irene also traveled independently; she attended the Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany, in 1990, and participated in festivities for the 100th birthday of her great-aunt Ana Jonsson in Sweden in 1998. Travel gave Irene a chance to practice her growing photographic skills. She participated in camera clubs, won awards, and exhibited internationally. Most of her work was done on film; in 2003 she “went digital”, but with less enthusiasm than for film photography. Photography is a hobby that both Mel and Irene shared. So also was dancing, ballroom and tango; great for the later years! In those later years, as the resources became available to her, she focused on philanthropy. After returning to Santa Barbara, Irene was instrumental in persuading her Sahyun family to donate property to the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society, which resulted in establishment of the Sahyun Genealogy Library. Among the organizations she supported were the Foundation Fighting Blindness, BrightFocus Foundation, and GAIA Global Health. Through the latter she endowed a fellowship, now named in her honor, for training nurses in Malawi, Africa. Irene is predeceased by her brothers, John Raymond (1935-1976) and Frank (1950-2021), and survived by her sisters, her twin Marjory (Hirst) and Lorna (Menzies), and her brother Clifford, all of Vancouver, BC, her husband of 59 years, Mel, their sons Steven (Martha) and Michael (Katherine), of Whitewater, WI, and Minneapolis, MN, respectively, and her grandchildren, Leif, Cedar and Gwynne. Irene’s family thanks the dedicated caregivers of The Key, who facilitated her final years. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Disease Research fund of BrightFocus Foundation (Baltimore, MD). Irene’s life will be celebrated in a memorial Eucharist at Trinity Episcopal Church in Santa Barbara at 3:00 pm on Saturday, August 23, 2025.

Gertrude Fernandez("Trudy")

04/18/38 – 08/01/25

After many years of our Mom’s heroic efforts to lead a truly active life while battling significant cardiac challenges, we are sad to announce her passing, but comforted in the knowledge that she was able to seize life to the fullest up to her very last day, and she is now joyful with many of our loved ones in heaven.

Trudy was born in Manhattan in 1938, graduating from Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School & High School in Yonkers, NY. Trudy enjoyed growing up in NYC, skating in Central Park, visiting art museums, and sharing holidays and other wonderful traditions with family from Germany. Trudy’s tremendous beauty and dance skills landed her a few modeling assignments, including a famous poster featuring 18-yrold Trudy dancing with Arthur Murray.

In 1956, Trudy ventured west to San Francisco, staying with family friends and working in a physician’s office. One evening while attending a dance at University of San Francisco, Trudy met her future husband, Michael Fernandez. The couple married in 1958, had two children in San Francisco, and two more in San Jose, California, eventually moving to Santa Barbara in 1969. While raising their family, Michael taught in the English Department at UCSB and Trudy earned her BA degree in History (UCSB) as well as her teaching credentials for elementary school instruction and later for teaching SB Adult Education classes, including English as a Second Language (ESL) and USA citizenship exam preparation.

Trudy loved teaching and often remarked how wonderful it was to teach students who were so motivated to learn. Some of Trudy’s ESL students have become lifelong dear friends of our family. Trudy treasured living in Santa Barbara, with its beautiful gardens, historic landmarks, fabulous views and shoreline walks “to fill our lungs with sea air.” She lived life to the fullest, enjoying daily walks, and exercise/dance/ joy-of-living classes, as well as game nights, music, and many cultural events with family, dear

friends, and neighbors. She especially treasured the friends and communities she and her family became a part of at San Roque Church, St. Barbara’s Parish, Our Lady of Sorrows Church, and many school-affiliated and community organizations throughout Santa Barbara.

Trudy was also well loved by her adoring pet cats over the years, and greatly appreciated her garden filled with butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. Trudy loved traveling worldwide with family and friends, and connecting with people from all walks of life, finding the good, the humorous, the talent, and the spirit in everyone she met.

She was a true bridge-builder, always looking to connect people with each other, whether to help fulfill aspirations or facilitate simple needs requests.

Trudy is survived by her dear friend/former husband, Michael A. Fernandez, Sr., her children Michael Fernandez, Monica Fernandez, Thomas Fernandez (Gloria), Linda Fernandez, and her grandson, Thomas (“Tommy”) Fernandez.

Funeral services to honor Trudy’s life are scheduled for Tuesday, August 12 th , 11am Mass (San Roque Church, 325 Argonne Circle), followed by graveside blessings at Goleta Cemetery. There will also be a Sharing of Memories Vigil on Monday evening, Aug 11 th , 7pm (McDermott Crockett Mortuary, 2020 Chapala Street).

Baillie Russell Brown 09/29/53-07/27/25/

Global health advocate and humanitarian, Baillie Brown devoted her life to preventing blindness around the world.

Founder of Sight Surgery Int’l and co-founder of Surgical Eye Expeditions, she led sight clinics in more than 60 countries.

Working with local doctors, she helped provide free cataract care to thousands in need worldwide.

Recognized by Forbes, P.O.W.E.R., and Strathmore, she was a leader in global charitable healthcare.

Baillie was a fearless explorer— found in Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine, or aboard the Navy ship Nimitz, always up for more. She loved horses, dancing,

piano, her cats, and a good martini. She released ladybugs by the thousands with her grandkids in the sunshine.

She is survived by her brother Spreg Russell and his family, and grandchildren Meghan, Justin, and Colette, who carry her legacy of compassion forward.

Laura Ellen (Gillio)

Stephens

09/03/50 – 07/29/25

Laura Ellen (Gillio) Stephens passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, at the age of 74. Born in Grass Valley, California, and raised in Sunnyvale, Laura graduated from Fremont High School before going on to attend UC Santa Barbara. She raised her three children in Modesto, California, and later divided her time between Wethersfield, CT and Santa Barbara, CA to be close to her children and grandchildren, who lived on opposite coasts.

Laura began her professional life as a teacher, then devoted many years to raising her family. In 1997, she earned her Registered Nurse (RN) license, reflecting her deep compassion and care for others. Later in life, she followed a lifelong dream of studying the law, earning her Juris Doctor (JD) degree online from Northwestern California University in 2021. She took great joy in reading legal texts and preparing for the bar exam, showing her tireless curiosity and determination all the way up to her passing. In her free time, Laura loved taking on home renovation projects, volunteering at her church café and youth group, and especially loved spending time with her family. Her greatest joys came from cheering on her grandchildren at sporting events, music performances, and school activities.

Laura is survived by her sister, Lisa Gillio-Wallace, and brotherin-law, Bob Wallace; her former husband, John Stephens; her children, Danica Nash and her husband Ethan Nash, Elizabeth Stephens, and Christopher Stephens; and her beloved grandchildren, Ari and Eli Nash, and William and Meredith Stephens. A memorial service will be held at Santa Barbara Cemetery on August 20 at 2:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made

to support research toward a cure for Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy: https://www.angiopathy.org/ support-us

Dr. Peter R. MacDougall 11/28/39 – 07/30/25

Peter MacDougall, an iconic Santa Barbara community leader, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. Originally from Warren, RI, Peter came to Santa Barbara in 1981 to take the reins as President and Superintendent of Santa Barbara City College. During his 21 year tenure, SBCC grew tremendously and became a community asset by uplifting people and providing opportunity. Fully vested in the community, he also served on several executive boards and conducted fundraising campaigns for several not for profit organizations and Cottage Hospital.

Peter achieved his undergraduate degree from the University of Rhode Island where he played football, was a member of student government, Phi Mu Delta and ROTC. Upon graduation, he served in the military as an Airborne Ranger officer, was stationed overseas in Korea and was promoted to the rank of Captain. After his service, he remained in the Army reserves and continued his education. He earned his Master's degree from Rhode Island College and his Doctorate in Education Administration from Penn State University.

Peter is survived by his loving wife Leslie, his children John, Sarah and Adam and 10 grandchildren. One of nine children of Warren James and Anne MacDougall, he is survived by siblings Tony, Charlie, Paul, Duncan , Ann and Andrea. He was proceeded in death by siblings Willie and Michael.

A graveside service will be held at Goleta Cemetery at 1pm, August 6 followed by a reception at The Anchor Rose in Santa Barbara.

and his two sisters, Coralee and Phyllis, were raised in Los Angeles. After graduating from high school, John enlisted in the Navy; the experience of his military service and travels initiated the adventurous life centered in the western U.S. that would follow.

He was a free spirit who arrived in 1969 to Isla Vista where he lived for most of the rest of his years. John had many skills as well as ocassional demons and his life encompassed a series of personal reinventions. He worked for the Isla Vista Dept. of Parks and Recreation and was rightfully proud of the small jewel Window to the Sea park, an example of his careful labor and understanding of the interconnectedness of life.

John's respect for nature shone through many of his activities, from tending horses as a wrangler at Rancho Oso, to his involvement with Mountain Man Rendezvous, to his long, observant early morning walks that marked the rhythm of his days for many years.

John fell in love with Native American culture and he spent more than 25 years living, breathing, reverently practicing and perfecting the art of beadworking. He truly believed that the Earth is our Mother and this belief shaped his dreams as well as his waking hours.

The last decades of his life, John resided at Friendship Manor in Isla Vista where he discovered a community of friends and in turn was a friend to many. He delighted his neighbors with his sense of humor; he delighted his friends with his intense Democrat sensibility.

John will be missed and remembered, a wild soul, "Mad John", who found his unique way in the world and counted his blessings each day.

John is survived by his two sisters, many friends, and almost four ex-wives.

John P. Grable 1944 - 2025

John Grable was born to Mildred Paige and Gordon Grable on March 28, 1944. John

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Edward Maher 11/16/38– 07/29/25

Edward Sterling Maher, 86, of Santa Barbara, California, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 16, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, to Warren Sterling Maher and Catherine Maher (McNellis), Ed proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1964. He was stationed in Hamburg, Germany, where he achieved the rank of Sergeant serving as a Radio Technician. Following his discharge, Ed returned briefly to Chicago before relocating to Santa Maria, California in 1965 to join his sisters, where he met the love of his life.

On April 2, 1968, Ed married Olivia (Libbie) Ziegler, honeymooning in San Francisco and beginning a lifelong tradition of joyful travel together. Using the GI Bill, Ed earned a Bachelor of Arts in Central American History from UC Santa Barbara, then enjoyed a dedicated 30+ year career as a telecommunications technician for General Telephone & Electronics (GT&E) and later Verizon Communications. Ed's life was filled with treasured memories including family trips to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Hawaii, and Palm Springs. He was a devoted parishioner of Saint Raphael Catholic Church in Goleta, where his faith provided great strength and comfort.

Known for his incredible wit, charm, and unforgettable voice, Ed was the life of every gathering. Family and friends fondly remember him as the "fun uncle," whose arrival always signaled the celebration had truly begun. His passion for movies, trivia, and sports was legendary, as was his support for his beloved Chicago Cubs and Green Bay Packers. Ed particularly loved Western films and anything featuring Humphrey Bogart or John Wayne. Though he playfully pretended reluctance with every new pet, Ed always became their devoted caretaker. He supported causes dear to his heart, including The Boys

Ranch, the National Wildlife Foundation, and the Democratic Party. He exemplified kindness, empathy, and resilience, maintaining positivity despite health challenges. One of his favorite sayings was "I think our job here is done."

Ed is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Olivia (Libbie) Maher; his son, Clifton (Cliff) Sterling Maher, and daughterin-law Erin Maher (Reed) of Ladera Ranch, California; and his cherished grandchildren, Christopher (8) and Olivia (5). He was preceded in death by his sisters Mary Reeves, Elizabeth Maher, and Catherine Morris. A simple graveside service will be held on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 1:30 PM at Goleta Cemetery. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend.

The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to the compassionate care teams at Cottage Hospital and Divine Care for the Elderly. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ed's memory to The Boys Ranch or the National Wildlife Foundation.

Agnes Marie Senn

03/07/28 – 07/27/25

Agnes Marie Senn, 97, passed away on July 27, 2025, in Montecito, California. Born March 7, 1928 to Frank and Julia (Bartecchi) Fidati in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Agnes brought beauty and joy into the lives of everyone who knew her.

Agnes was a devoted mother to her four children—Suzanne, Katherine (Richard), Robert, and Carolyn (Kenneth)—and a beloved grandmother to her seven grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, and one greatgrandchild. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Dr. Peter R. Senn, her parents, and her nine siblings: Clare, Oleander, Linda, Marcia, Frank Jr., Robert, Marie, Ferdinand, and Judith. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Agnes grew up surrounded by her large Italian family in Scranton. She studied dietetics at Marywood University and

graduated with honors, landing a registered dietician position at the prestigious Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. Curious about the world, Agnes later agreed to move with her roommate to California. Agnes worked in a Long Beach hospital where she met her future husband, Peter, over donuts and coffee.

After marrying in 1952, she and Peter settled in Santa Barbara, where he opened his dermatology practice. They lived in the Riven Rock area of Montecito for many years and then in 1987, moved to Birnam Wood Golf Club into a Tuscan-style home designed by their son, Robert, an architect. After Peter’s death, she resided in Solvang with her daughter, Suzanne. In her golden years, Agnes lived at Casa Dorinda in Montecito.

Agnes approached all things with a delicate touch and excellent taste. She found joy in cooking gourmet meals, especially Italian ones, for her family. She was a docent at Santa Barbara Museum of Art, where she loved giving tours to groups of schoolchildren. Agnes was an avid bridge player at the Little Town Club. She also enjoyed spending time with her Gourmet Group and Investment Club. Steadfast in her faith, she was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and Old Mission Santa Inés. She loved to travel, especially to her parents’ homeland of Italy and to the East Coast to visit family. She was also an ardent reader, an animated storyteller, and a talented listener.

Agnes lit up any room due to her magnetic personality and incredible sense of style, living by the Italian motto, “La Bella Figura,” which stresses the importance of presenting oneself in the best possible light. She was as dedicated to her shopping as she was to her dietetics. Agnes’s thoughtful generosity, enduring wit, and ability to uplift those around her will be remembered always.

A private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church at 10 A.M. Burial will take place at Santa Barbara Cemetery, with private luncheon to follow at Birnam Wood Golf Club. Flowers may be sent to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church / 1300 East Valley Road / Montecito, CA 93108 on August 12 between 9-10 A.M.

Ralph Minc

09/09/1945 – 07/04/25

Ralph Minc, longtime Santa Barbara local, passionate athlete, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, at the age of 79.

Ralph was born in Tayport, Scotland, to Catherine Duncan Minc and Hendryk Minc, a Polish Jew who escaped the Nazis and eventually made his way to Scotland. In 1958, the family moved to British Columbia, then to Gainesville, Florida, and finally settled in Santa Barbara in 1963 when Ralph’s father joined the UCSB math department as a professor.

Ralph graduated from Santa Barbara High, where he was a standout basketball player, and later earned his degree from UCSB. He married Vicki Johnson in 1980, and they raised one son, Jeff.

Ralph was an exceptional athlete and loved sports of all kinds. Throughout his life and depending upon where he was living at the time, he played everything from soccer, baseball, football, basketball, tennis, volleyball and cricket. He also loved to surf and could often be found in the early morning hours before work at Hammonds Beach, checking out the waves.

He started his tennis career as Assistant Tennis Pro at La Cumbre Country Club and later became the Head Pro at Montecito Country Club, where he worked for three decades before retiring. He also taught volleyball clinics at East Beach and played in countless tournaments, racking up trophies and friends along the way.

Ralph had a passion for travelling the world with family and friends—he especially looked forward to annual vacations in Hanalei Bay, Kauai. He had a wide circle of close friends, many of whom shared his love of sports, laughter, dogs and his sense of humor.

Ralph is survived by his wife, Vicki; his son, Jeff; daughter-inlaw, Sarah; and grandchildren, Cameron and Madison. He was predeceased by his parents and his two brothers, Robert and Raymond.

A celebration of Ralph’s life will be held Saturday, September 7 at 2:00 PM on the upper lawn of the Montecito Club, where Ralph ran the Men’s National Grass Court Tournament for many years. Everyone is welcome.

Barbara Jean Pennington

11/28/27 – 07/29/25

BARBARA JEAN PENNINGTON (Boyer), 97 of South Yarmouth, MA, previously of Santa Barbara, CA and widow of Philip E. Pennington, died Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Born November 28th, 1927, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She graduated from Butler College in Indianapolis where she met her lifelong husband, Phil, who was attending the Indiana University School of Medicine. She was very proud of becoming a registered nurse later in life and finished her career by volunteering as a nurse for Planned Parenthood well into her 70s.

She was an avid reader and belonged to book clubs as well as other social organizations. She absolutely loved Santa Barbara, CA and some of the things she enjoyed most were volunteering as a docent for the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, visiting the farmer’s market and walking for exercise every day. Barbara leaves behind three beloved sons, Gregg (Carolyn), Brent (Joyce) and Jeff (Dawn), seven grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

No memorial service is being planned at this time.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum (EIN 95-1643378), https://tickets.sbnature.org/ events/3f1f6f53-bef9-c02caf07-6fcce04b7599 or Planned Parenthood California Central Coast (EIN 95-2319356), https://www. weareplannedparenthood. org/a/ppccc-donate

Both are tax-exempt 501(3) charitable organizations

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Maxine Carol Rajala 02/15/30 – 04/01/25

Maxine Carol Rajala (nee Herrlinger) passed peacefully from this life on April 1, 2025, at the age of 95, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born on February 15, 1930, in Dovray, Minnesota, the 3rd of 5 children to Ella and Max Herrlinger. She grew up on a farm, learning umpteen ways to make mischief. She went on to graduate from college with a teaching credential and taught 3rd grade for 6 years. Those years were only the beginning of her life-long teaching of others, including the art of caring and kindness.

She met her husband to be, A.I. (Raj) Rajala, at a bowling tournament in Grand Rapids, MN. They were married December 3, 1955 and had 6 children in as many years. The family moved to the Twin Cities in 1962 and eventually settled in Santa Barbara, CA in 1968. Maxine dedicated her life to family, and by extension, their friends, welcoming one and all. She kept expanding the circle to include many more, opening her home to friends and many college students needing a place to stay. With her gift of hospitality and fun-loving, often sassy sense of humor, she made many lifelong friends. We are all the richer for having her in our lives. We love you, Mom.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Raj, sister Gene Monson and brother Roger Herrlinger. She is survived by her sisters Joyce Brummond and Greta Motzko; her children, Susie Reichel (Rick), Cathy Sanders, Mary Ann Hanley (Bruce), Willie Rajala (Lisa), Carol Johnson (Craig), and Nancy Miskel; as well as 15 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Special thanks to Assisted Home Care and all her caregivers, especially the most recent, Mark, Martha and Andres, whose compassion and caring were invaluable to us all and allowed her to

remain in her own home.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1pm at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at 909 N. La Cumbre Rd, in Santa Barbara. Reception to follow in the Church Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of Maxine’s favorite charities for hungry children and for preservation of wildlife.

Christine Smith 11/06/47-07/07/25

California

Christine Atwood Smith passed away peacefully in her home on July 7, 2025. She was 77.

Christine was an adventurer, and woman of selflessness, generosity and wit. She grew up in Westport, Connecticut, the daughter of Julian and Elizabeth Smith, and attended the Emma Willard School and Arcadia University.

Christine lived in New York before marrying Paul Wassenaar and moving to San Diego, where she began raising her two sons, Julian and Blake. Motherhood was her greatest devotion and she brought to it the same joy, creativity, and dedication she showed in every area of life.

Christine began her professional journey as an interior designer, founding the San Diego School of Interior Design and serving as the San Diego President of the American Society of Interior Designers. Through her work and teaching, she inspired students with the belief that design could be both personal and transformative.

In 1990, Christine moved to Denver, where she married Lon Schreur. Christine deepened her commitment to women’s causes through her work with the Women’s Foundation of Colorado, supporting local initiatives that uplifted and empowered women.

She was a passionate traveler, marathon runner, bridge player, and storyteller. She fished for salmon in Alaska,

sailed the Galapagos, biked the backroads of Thailand and delighted in big adventures across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. She laughed easily, loved practical jokes, and brought a sparkle to every room.

After moving to Santa Barbara in 2000, she poured her energy into women’s causes, including the Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara. To honor her legacy, donations can be made in her name to the Women’s Fund.

Christine is survived by her sons and their families.

Christine’s adventurous spirit, deep faith, and boundless love will leave a lasting impression on those who knew her. She taught us the beauty of adventure, the value of friendship, and the enduring ideal of selflessness. She will be joyfully remembered.

Jack Murray 10/25/30-07/12/25

Murray, scholar, hiker, and lover of the great outdoors, is gone. He was born at the start of the Great Depression, but thanks to a love of reading, he became the first in his family to attend college. He earned a BA in French from Wesleyan University in 1952, an MA from the University of Grenoble in 1953, and a PhD from Yale in 1957. In 1960 he was hired as an Assistant Professor in the Department of French & Italian at UCSB.

He eventually bought a house on Quinto Street, which he later willed to Wesleyan. “Every few years, they send someone out here to check on my health,” he would laugh. He cultivated a thriving fruit and vegetable garden there, perhaps on the advice of Voltaire, who concluded Candide with the advice “Il faut cultiver notre Jardin.”

At UCSB, Jack’s specialty was Marcel Proust, and his monumental A la Recherche du temps Perdu (Remembrance of Time Past). The past came back to seek out Jack when he was in his eighties. Jack’s father had aban -

doned his wife and young son when the Depression hit, leaving them to scrape by with relatives. But now, Jack was thrilled to be contacted by members of his father’s second family, who claimed him as a brother and swore that he was the image of their mutual sire.

Jack’s published work includes the books Landscapes of Alienation and The Proustian Comedy; he was a beloved teacher—his course on existentialism was a big hit, always filled to the brim—and he retired from UCSB as a full Professor in 1992. He continued to hike in the local back country well into his eighties. For his local acquaintances, Jack was a wise and witty conversationalist, a kind and supportive companion in these troubling times. He will be sorely missed! Adieu, dear friend.

A celebration of Jack’s life will be announced, and gifts in his memory may be made to the local chapter of the Sierra Club: Sierra Club Santa Barbara-Ventura, PO Box 31241, Santa Barbara, CA 93130-1241.

John A. Patterson, Sr.

11/02/25-07/15/25

John Alexander Patterson, Sr. passed away July, 15, 2025 at around 4:00 p.m. He was born November 2, 1925 at his family’s ancestral farm on the Three Degree Road near Butler in Penn Township, Pennsylvania. His parents were Alexander William Patterson and Nora Plaisted Patterson.

He attended rural public schools and graduated from Penn Township High School in May of 1943. He enlisted in the Aviation Cadets and entered active duty that fall when he turned eighteen. From early fall 1944 until W.W. II ended in the spring of 1945 he served as a B-17 Flying Fortress Tail Gunner with the 15 th Air Force in Italy, and flew thirty combat missions over Germany, Austria, and Northern Italy.

After the war, Jack attended Michigan State University

from 1946 to 1950, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in English and History, and a Commission as 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Called to active duty for two years in January 1951 he served as Squadron Administrative Officer at Pope Air Force Base, Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

In the spring of 1951 he married fellow Michigan State University alum, Barbara. Their union produced one son, John, Jr., and a daughter, Stephanie.

Following his military service, he returned to Michigan to teach High School English and history in Flint and Howell. He received a Master’s Degree in Education Administration from his Alma Mater in 1960. The following year he was hired to teach history by the Berkeley Unified School District, and he and Barbara relocated their family to Berkeley, California.

After twenty years as teacher, counselor, and administrator at Berkeley High School he retired from public education and moved to Santa Barbara, California. His first marriage ended in divorce in 1984, and in 1989 he married California girl Donna Thomas, whom he met when both worked in real estate for the same company. They spent thirty-three years together enjoying Santa Barbara and traveling to Mexico, Canada, Europe, the U.S.S.R, Hawaii, China, and many parts of the United States.

Jack is preceded in death by his wife, Donna, brothers, William, James, and sisters, Geraldine, and Mary Elizabeth

He is survived by his beloved children, John, Jr. (Toni), Stephanie (Pell), grandchildren Meghann (Anthony), John (Katie), William, Maureen (Jerry), and ten great-grandchildren.

Jack was a member of the Sierra Club, the Military Order of the World Wars, Al’s Squadron, and the First Congregational Church of Santa Barbara.

A celebration of life will be held at First Congregational Church of Santa Barbara at a future date yet to be announced.

Montecito,

—

Jack

Santa Barbara Sparks California’s Agave Explosion Santa Barbara Sparks California’s Agave Explosion

CMeet Your Neighbors Who Are Leading

the Golden State’s Expanding Agave Industry

MATT

KETTMANN

alifornia’s agave industry is exploding right now, expanding from just a couple dozen acres a few years ago to more than 1,000 acres today, with much more on the way. Though there are some larger farms, like the one that hugs Interstate 5 just west of Fresno, the vast majority of the plants most famously turned into tequila and mezcal in Mexico, yet also valued for food, fiber, fuel, and more are dispersed across more than 300 smaller properties statewide. Agave intended for commercial usage now grows in at least 32 of the state’s 58 counties.

Santa Barbara County lit an early spark under this trend, as I first discovered in my January 2019 cover story “The Great Agave Experiment” about the first agave harvests at Rancho La Paloma on the Gaviota Coast. Earlier this year, while reporting a story on the industry’s growth and its growing pains I was reminded that Santa Barbara remains a critical force behind the Golden State’s agave movement. In fact, the California Agave Symposium, which has been held in Davis since it started in 2022, will come here next spring.

Over the past couple of months, photographer Macduff Everton and I visited numerous farms growing agave across the South Coast alone, from the craggy mountains over Carpinteria to the

canyons above San Roque to the valleys behind Goleta. Our search was far from comprehensive we didn’t even hit the Santa Ynez Valley, where at least a half dozen plantings are underway. (I did, however, talk to Cuyama’s first grower.)

Reflecting what’s happening across California and, to a lesser extent, in places such as Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona these emerging enthusiasts are electric about the promise of agave. They see these hardy, easy-to-grow plants, which are related to asparagus and come in more than 200 varieties, as a potential cure for the troubling environmental and economic climates that ail us.

Agave serves as an excellent firebreak for the wildfire-ravaged West Coast; its waterlogged piñas (the pineapple-like core) and panka (the sword-like leaves) are able to stop flames in their tracks. Yet it requires very little water to grow, especially when compared to popular hillside, dryland crops such as avocados and lemons. As an added bonus, it naturally replicates itself with rapid regularity in the form of pups, seeds, and bulbils. And when turned into alcohol or syrup or shirts or even surfboards agave can be a very profitable enterprise.

But Santa Barbara’s growers are also grappling with the nascent industry’s early issues. Are the dominantly planted varieties of tequilana and espadín the

| Photos by MACDUFF EVERTON

Carolyn Chandler explains her agave farm to Matt Kettmann.

Could the beautiful agave plant, which is in the asparagus family, be California’s next big crop?

former used for tequila in Mexico, the latter the main source of mezcal right for California, or are more obscure varieties better suited? This gives an intellectually intriguing though at times troubling air of mystery to it all no one knows exactly what they’re doing, from the planting to the processing.

Add to that claims of cultural appropriation, so much so that two separate agave departments now exist at UC Davis, one more focused on commercialization, the other more sensitive to such impacts. Then came complaints that the creation of a statewide commission moved too fast and too silently for some folks, causing the industry’s first political kerfuffle earlier this year. (That seems tabled for now.)

The biggest problem, no matter where you sit on any of these issues, is what may soon come if there’s nowhere to process the maturing plants when they’re ready. To date, the harvests which come anywhere from three years to more than a decade after planting, depending on variety, site, and, well, no one exactly knows have weighed in at a couple of tons here and there.

That can be made into a few hundred bottles of California agave spirit, which is the legal name, as Mexico protects tequila and mezcal. (Some suggest “Calgave.”) Given the scarcity to date, only three distilleries have any sustained experience working with the plants, which must be cooked, mashed, and fermented before being distilled.

But come 2028, or even earlier, there might suddenly be 30,000 tons of agave ready to pick. So, the sprint is on to develop the industry’s processing potential, and that race will need multiple winners building multiple facilities in order for California’s earliest agave growers to avoid a major glut.

Sitting in the middle of all of this is Craig Reynolds, who started growing agave in Yolo County a decade ago, spearheaded the creation of the California Agave Council, and led efforts to pass widely applauded protective laws and create that controversial commission. He’s stepping back to let new voices lead, but Reynolds will forever be the godfather of the California agave, cherished by many and suspect to others.

“What I hope for is a wide variety of different experiences and stories being told,” said Reynolds to me over the phone earlier this year, right after agreeing that Santa Barbara could be the state’s agave capital. “My own particular hope is to see agave being scaled as a significant crop to keep farmland in production, to conserve a significant amount of water, to

reduce carbon in the atmosphere significantly, and to provide a significant number of jobs. I want to see a vibrant agave industry that can go beyond distilled spirits and into food, fiber, biofuels the full use of the plant —and do it in an environmentally sustainable way that Mexico could learn from.”

TAPPING THE TERROIR

of what agave could be used for. We work with different properties that have different ambitions.”

If Reynolds is the bureaucratic visionary of California agave, Doug Richardson would be the botanical one. Once known as “The Banana Man” for the many types of that fruit he grew near La Conchita in the 1980s and ’90s, Richardson started importing, growing, and selling agave more than a decade ago. His plants started most of the Santa Barbara farms and many others across California and the Southwest.

After selling plenty of tequilana and espadín, he’s become wary of those varieties, believing other agaves are better suited for California microclimates, which are generally cooler than Mexico. At his property in Casitas Springs he left his longtime Carpinteria nursery about five years ago Richardson grows more than 30 varieties of agave, from the smooth, spineless desmetiana to shark-skinned asperrima, which makes a celebrated mezcal called lamparillo

“That’s my responsibility,” said Richardson, “to make these plants available because they have not been available in California.”

Jordie Ricigliano is a disciple of the diversity mission. With her husband, Luis Velazquez who grew up five minutes from a tequila factory in Jalisco, but came to Santa Barbara for high school she farms agave on four separate properties in Carpinteria, Goleta, and Los Olivos, with Hollister Ranch coming soon.

They became interested in agave after trips to Jalisco and Oaxaca about a decade ago, eventually propagating way too many plants on their windowsill in downtown Santa Barbara. The plant reminded Ricigliano of her career in wine, where the concept of terroir is king. Working on multiple properties with agave empowers their ongoing exploration.

“That’s our blessing in disguise,” said Ricigliano of not owning their own ranch. “It allows us to play with so many local soil types and landscape types, and also with ideas

At the ranch they farm in Carpinteria, Ricigliano and Velazquez whose business is called Los Hijuelos, the Spanish name for the pups grow about eight varieties, from familiar tequilana and will-be-massive mapisaga and arroqueño to a desert variety called durangensis and the marbled variety called marmorata that appears to be crawling away. “They look like dinosaurs,” said Velazquez, who’s also interested in varieties like shawii and parryi that are native to Baja and the American Southwest. “Parryi has a history of being fermented for thousands of years.”

Their agricultural enemies are snails, ants (because they farm mealy bugs in the plants), and gophers. “They’ll eat the whole head,” said Velazquez of the rodents, to which Ricigliano adds, “You won’t even know it until the whole plant falls over.”

Before we leave, they share a sip of their first-ever bottling, in which 12 plants were turned into 169 bottles by Shelter Distilling in Mammoth Lakes. “We don’t care if it’s good or bad we just want it to be different,” said Ricigliano. “We can work on the good.”

They’re dedicated to determining which agave varieties taste distinctive where. “Is there another chapter in the agave story, like a really interesting expression that can come out of Santa Barbara County terroir or Northern California terroir?” pondered Ricigliano. “My early impression is that there is, but it’s too early to tell.”

DISASTER TO DISTILLATION

The “aha” moment for many agave growers in Santa Barbara particularly those in the Montecito and Carpinteria foothills came after the one-two punch of the 2017 Thomas Fire and 2018 1/9 Debris Flow. That’s when Richardson and Montecito resident Berkeley “Augie” Johnson really started evangelizing about the plant’s benefits for the wildland interface.

“This was built on cataclysm, I like to say,” admitted Mark Peterson, who was drawn to the firefighting properties and

Doug Richardson is a godfather of California’s agave boom.

Wine industry professional Jordie Ricigliano farms agave at four ranches in Carpinteria, Goleta, and the Santa Ynez Valley.

Shelter Distilling in Mammoth Lakes distilled agaves grown by Jordie Ricigliano and Luis Velazquez into this bottling.

low water needs of the plant. With his wife, Ané Diaz, they grow a half-dozen or so varieties across nearly a dozen acres at Rancho del Sol in the upper reaches of Montecito, literally looking down on the billionaires.

Though she was against the idea at first, Diaz a former punk-rock singer whose dad moved her family to Florida while fleeing Venezuelan dictators in the 1980s is now all in. She’s proud to have UC Davis monitoring their property’s temperatures, was an early member of the California Agave Council, and is actively planning next April’s California Agave Symposium in Santa Barbara. The original plants they bought from Richardson had mixed results, so they’re now raising their own pups, seeds, and bulbils in an onsite nursery.

“The beauty of this plant is how generous it is,” said Diaz, who shows me spoons, bags, and a leather-like fabric made from agave. “There’s going to be a renaissance that this plant creates. We’re enhancing the culture of California.”

Rancho del Sol may lead the state in the number of distillations so far. They’ve had four bottlings of California agave spirit so far, all handled by Shelter Distilling, whose co-owners live in Montecito. Diaz and Peterson are proud of their ensembles, in which multiple agave varieties go into the same bottling. The latest bottling lists six varieties, but Peterson is quick to assert, “It’s actually seven, but they couldn’t fit that on the label.”

The more they make, the more they learn. “We’re taking advantage of every bloom,” said Diaz. Wonders Peterson, “Can we capture the flavor of Montecito in a plant?”

In addition to Shelter in Mammoth and Venus Spirits in Santa Cruz, Ven-

tura Spirits is the third company to have processed agave at a commercial scale in California. They’ve developed a few techniques over multiple batches, like soaking the bagasse the fibrous mess that remains after the agave is mashed up with hot water. “It contributes a really nice agave flavor,” said co-founder Anthony Caspary.

They’re investigating other parts of the plant, like the panka. “We couldn’t find anyone who’s done that,” said Henry Tarmy, another cofounder, of fermenting the leaves. The result is a slightly herbal, somewhat medicinal, even peppery booze at the very least, something that could be added to a blend to add complexity.

They’ve also blended finished agave spirit with the thicker, sweeter, nonalcoholic agave syrup. “This is the first time we’ve tasted it,” said Caspary of the coffee-like, caramelly, vanilla-inflected product, which sits at about 20 percent alcohol. It’s not yet for sale, but Kahlúa lovers would dig it.

PROCESSING POTENTIAL

There’s a step before making booze that doesn’t have to happen at a distillery. This is where Mark Hannah hopes to find a niche: by building a small processing facility on his property above San Roque where growers can have their plants crushed, cooked, or otherwise processed as needed before distillation or whatever comes next.

A developer from Chicago, Hannah moved to Santa Barbara during the pandemic, bought a former avocado ranch

Ané Diaz is a singer originally from Venezuela who now grows agave in Montecito. She’s putting together next year’s California Agave Symposium in Santa Barbara.

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on the eastern bluff of Barger Canyon, and started searching for a new crop. “People have said that you don’t find agave; agave finds you,” said Hannah, whose friends erased his bad college memories of cheap tequila by taking him on a trip to Jalisco. “I was really inspired by visiting these different palenques. They really taught me a lot about the artisanal ways that tequila is produced and grown.”

His property’s natural amphitheater made a great canvas for blue agaves, which glisten in the late afternoon sun. “I did that purposefully, like it was a painting, like a piece of art,” he said. “It’s such an iridescent plant.”

Beauty is just one of agave’s gifts. “There are a lot of downstream products that come from agaves,” said Hannah. “There’s an opportunity to come, whether people are harvesting the leaves or planning to distill or making furniture. We would love to be the processing facility for someone like Ryan Carr.”

After decades of managing vineyards, which he still does, winemaker Ryan Carr of Carr Winery added agave to his repertoire about six years ago, and now works with four properties from the other side of Barger Canyon to the Santa Ynez Valley. It’s been a massive learning curve, from realizing that potted plants underperform the pups to learning about the fermentation process, which is riddled with bad aromas, finicky yeasts, and volatile acidity. He learned the latter while working with Ian Cutler of Cutler’s Artisan Spirits on a batch that Hannah had roasted and mashed at his ranch.

“There’s just not enough access to people who know what’s going on with this stuff,” said Carr, who plans to distill future harvests at the new facility he’s building behind his winery on Salsipuedes Street. “It’s just getting started.”

Agave is giving Carr new eyes on grape growing and winemaking, which no longer seems so rigorous. “There is more opportunity for joy in the wine industry,” he said,

because vines are soft, grapes are sugary, and everything is more pleasant the whole time. “This stuff, it pokes you, it pushes you. You’re constantly bleeding. I’ve got wounds all over my arms.”

When you cook it, the flavors are gritty and heavy, and then the fermentation gets weird. “The faster the fermentation, the better,” he said. “It’s the exact opposite of wine.”

But there is a light at the end of the long tunnel. “It’s so painful all the way through, and then you get this wonderful thing at the end,” said Carr, passing me a copa of his finished spirit.

GROWING EDUCATION

At her ranch in the hills behind Summerland, Carolyn Chandler is both excited and cautious about the whole thing. “I’m a plant person, and I like the sustainability of it,” said Chandler, who put in more than 400 agave plants in 2018, replacing some of her avocados. “We’re all searching for the next crop around here. Avocados are not it.”

Her first harvest which must happen within about six months after the plant shoots its stalk, or quiote came way earlier than anticipated, and only involved a few plants. “I thought they’d all be harvested at once,” said Chandler, a longtime employee of the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County. “It still feels like this is a big experiment in California.”

Amid such mystery, there’s value in pursuing different farming strategies. At Rancho Esperanza off of Toro Canyon Park Road on the easternmost edge of the Montecito foothills, Ron Toft is going water-free on some blocks. “We dry planted and we’re not watering at all,” said Toft, who retired from running a school construction firm in Rancho Cucamonga 30 years ago, and moved to Montecito in 1985.

He now has about five acres of agave amidst the 40 acres of avocados on his ranch, and is planning to build a nursery in order to raise their own pups rather than buy more plants. “It’s so new, I don’t want to spend any money,” he said. “We don’t even know if we will ever sell one.”

Mark Hannah’s blue agave are planted in an amphitheater-like design above Barger Canyon.

Carolyn Chandler is shifting much of her avocado ranch into agave, which uses far less water.

Winemaker Ryan Carr farms four agave projects, including this one in Barger Canyon above San Roque.

He looks at all the avocados that cover the hills of his ranch, which are still a viable concern. “I don’t want to tear the trees out if they’re producing, but if this turns out to be a miracle plant, I’ll tear them out,” said Toft, whose agave fields look more like Oaxaca than anywhere else I’ve seen. “But who knows if I will ever see that? I’m 79!”

The agave tide is now crashing in the Cuyama Valley too, where a lifelong ocean aficionado named David Russian settled into the high-desert life by planting about 2,000 agaves a couple months ago. “I just put them in the ground, and they just started taking off,” said Russian, who’s worked in real estate, as a contractor, and as a boat builder. “I’m new to all of this. I didn’t realize that nobody had done agave planting in the Cuyama Valley.”

Like Toft, Russian is not a tequila drinker. “I actually despise it, to be honest with you,” he said, adding with a laugh, “I should have done whiskey!” But he’s fascinated by its appearance and its potential, despite the long hours and cost of irrigation equipment. “It’s hard work, but I’m finding myself wanting to put more in the ground,” said Russian. “It’s an obsession, almost. I really did it because I love the plant.”

A BETTER FUTURE

Faced with increasingly less accessible and more expensive water plus tumultuous avocado and citrus markets, they decided to plant agaves in 2018. They didn’t know their property would become a model California agave farm, at least according to pioneer Craig Reynolds, who visited in 2021. “We didn’t know what we had at that point,” said Stan of his ocean-view agaves. That’s emboldened Stephanie, who explained, “I really do believe Santa Barbara to be the premier area.”

Many of Santa Barbara’s agave growers are farming commercially for the first time, including Margo Redfern at Wanderment Farms, one of the most ambitious regenerative projects in the region.

Amid her olive trees, wine grapes, lavender, bananas, coffee, sapote, avocados, and vegetables are agaves, which she’s interplanted with corn, sunflower, squash, tomato, and cucumber. They were originally intended as a firebreak above a canyon that swoops down toward the greenhouses of Carpinteria, since her shrub-eating goats couldn’t compete with the hungry bears.

But the plants did well, so she got more interested. “You stick the agave in wherever, and it just grows,” said Redfern. “It’s super happy.”

She’s since invested in processing equipment, hoping to make some money from agave one day, like she does on her eggs and produce that she sells through The Farm Cart locally and at Erewhons in Los Angeles. “We are a commercial farm,” she said. “Profitability does matter.”

Meanwhile, agave is opening new doors for multigenerational farmers like Stan and Stephanie Giorgi, whose 78-acre ranch up Glen Annie Road has been in the family for nearly a century. It was a dairy before avocados and lemons took over, but eventually those weren’t working as well either.

“I saw the wheels coming off the bus,” said Stephanie, who’s been with her husband for 43 years. “Stan was increasing poundage, but we were making less money. And when you’re on a piece of property this long, you see the effects of soil degradation.”

There are about three acres in agave now, amounting to about 3,000 or so plants, much coming from the persistently popping pups. “Every time you buy an avocado tree, it’s $35 to $40,” said Stan. “With the pups, it’s basically free.”

Like at other ranches, a random number of their agave sprouted far earlier than expected, so they sent the cleaned-up piñas to Ventura Spirits. Caspary and Tarmy turned it into a bottling called Tecolotito, which is one of the better batches in the state’s history so far, at least from what I’ve tried. If that can continue, agave would be a more profitable crop than avocados.

Agave set the Giorgis on an even deeper sustainability path. After watching The Biggest Little Farm and reading soil health books years ago, they stopped spraying their orchards and tuned into regenerative farming.

“A certain part of me thought, ‘Wow this is a huge change,’ but I’m excited about all the birds and insects I see,” said Stan, a fourth-generation farmer who wears baggy overalls without a hint of irony. “Every night we come out here, there’s an owl on that raptor perch.”

Stephanie finds the new direction life-affirming.

“The cool thing is that, at 60 years old, we are making the life of our choosing,” she said, explaining that most multigenerational farming families are reluctant to change.

“You have to be willing to put down what’s familiar to tune into what is new,” she said. “We have the vision to invest in ourselves and to live a life in tune with the soil. We want to be able to walk around and be proud of what we’re doing.” n

Ron Toft’s agave plantings off of Toro Canyon Park Road grow amid his avocados.

Stan Giorgi’s property on Glen Annie Road is considered one of the model agave farms in California.

Anthony Caspary at Ventura Spirits is one of the few distillers in California who have worked with commercial batches of agave.

Agave is just one of many crops at Margo Redfern’s Wanderment Farms above Carpinteria.

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THURSDAY 8/7

8/7-8/10, 8/13:

PCPA Presents Something Rotten!

Follow brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom in the 1590s as they write the world’s very first musical in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as “The Bard” as they realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self ... and all that jazz. The musical shows through August 23. 8pm, Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang. $25-$72. Call (805) 922-8313. pcpa.org/events

8/7: Channing Peake Gallery Opening Exhibition Reception: Form and Frame: Abstraction, Community, and the Language of Art Area artists explore how they use line, shape, form, and color to build visual languages, inviting viewers to slow down, look closer, and discover the deeper threads that bind us together. 4:306:30pm. Channing Peake Gallery, 105 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call (805) 568-3990. sbac.ca.gov/eventsportal

FRIDAY 8/8

8/8-8/10: The Performing & Visual Arts Camp (PVAC) Presents: In the Heights See the culmination of PVAC’s summer program in a musical about identity, community, and resilience set in a lively Latinx neighborhood on the brink of change in Washington Heights, New York. Fri.: 7pm; Sat.: 2 and 7pm; Sun.: 2pm. Jo Ann Caines Theater, La Cumbre Junior High, 2255 Modoc Rd. Call (805) 708-8897. tinyurl.com/PVAC-InTheHeights

8/8-8/9: Laura Walker Ragan Presents: Creative Resistance: The Artists’ Perspective on Our Changing World See paintings, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and installation from more than 40 artists, each presenting a single work that reflects their perception, reaction, and vision for resistance in our current era. Fri.: 5-8pm; Sat.: 12:30-4pm. S.B. Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. Free. Call (805) 301-7857 or email hello@sbcaw.org sbcaw.org/upcoming

8/8: Mixteco Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) Light of Resistance: Night in Oaxaca 2025 This Night of United Peoples will feature Oaxacan food and drinks including mole and mezcal as well as the opportunity to support a worthy cause and make a meaningful difference in the lives of indigenous communities here on the California Central Coast. Esta Noche de los Pueblos Unidos contará con comida y bebidas oaxaqueñas, incluyendo mole y mezcal, así como la oportunidad de apoyar una causa digna y marcar una diferencia significativa en las vidas de las comunidades indígenas aquí en la costa central de California. VIP: 4pm; GA: 5pm. Godric Grove, Elings Park, 1298 Las Positas Rd. $120. Email erika.rivera@mixteco .org. mixteco.org/events

FARMERS MARKET SCHEDULE

THURSDAY

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

FRIDAY

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

SATURDAY

Downtown S.B.: Corner of State and Carillo sts., 8am-1pm

SUNDAY

Goleta: Camino Real Marketplace, 10am-2pm

TUESDAY

Old Town S.B.: 500-600 blocks of State St., 3-6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

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

(805) 962-5354 sbfarmersmarket.org

FISHERMAN’S MARKET

SATURDAY

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

SATURDAY 8/9

8/9: Music Academy Summer Festival: Academy Festival Orchestra Finale: Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 Take in an evening of raw power as Miguel Harth-Bedoya conducts a full orchestra through Mahler’s epic Third Symphony joined by the Sing! children’s chorus, Music Academy Women’s Chorus, and mezzo-soprano Julia Holoman. There will be a pre-concert talk at 6:30pm. 7:30pm. The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. Ages 7-17: free; GA: $10-$125. Call (805) 969-8787. musicacademy.org/calendar

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Shows on Tap

8/7: El Capitan Canyon Resort

The Rhythm Industrial Complex, 4-6pm. Free. 11560 Calle Real. Email info@ elcapitancanyon.com tinyurl.com/RIC-El-Capitan

8/7: Elings Park Kiwanis Music Nites Moneluv, 5-7:30pm. Free Singleton Pavilion, 1298 Las Positas Rd. kiwanissb.org/events/calendar

8/7-8/10, 8/13: Lost Chord Guitars Thu.: Ladies Songwriter in the Round: Robbie Kay, Toni Land, Emily Zuzik, Awren Lewis. $10. Fri.: Saint Luminus. Free Sat.: Carla Olsen & Todd Wolfe. $12. Sun.: Kelly’s Lot. $10. Wed.: Laurence Juber, Christena Rich. $25. 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. 8pm. Ages 21+. Call (805) 331-4363. lostchordguitars.com

8/8: Carr Winery Barrel Room Sessions: DJ Darla Bea, 7-9pm. 414 N. Salsipuedes St. Free. Ages 21+. Call (805) 965-7985. carrwinery.com/event

8/8-8/9: Maverick Saloon Fri.: The Robert Heft Band. Sat.: CRV. Free 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. 8:3011:30pm. Call (805) 686-4785. mavericksaloon.com/eventcalendar

8/8-8/9 M.Special Brewing Co. (Goleta) Fri.: Channel Groove. Sat.: Loc Dawgs. 6860 Cortona Dr., Ste. C, Goleta. 7-9pm. Free. Call (805) 968-6500. mspecialbrewco.com

8/8-8/9: M.Special Brewing Co. (S.B.) Fri.: Jax Plays Dead, 8-11pm. Sat.: Cadillac Angels, 8-10pm. Free 634 State St. Call (805) 308-0050. mspecialbrewco.com

8/9-8/10:

Cold Spring Tavern Sat.: Cuyama Mama and the Hot Flashes. Sun.: Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan. 5995 Stagecoach Rd. 1:30-4:30pm. Free. Call (805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com

8/8: Whiskey Richards Colonel Angus, 9pm. Whiskey Richards, 435 State St. Free. Ages 21+. tinyurl.com/Whiskey-RichardsAug8

8/8-8/11: SOhO Restaurant & Music Club Fri.: Tina Schlieske & The Graceland Exiles with Sister Laura and The Mends, 7pm. $20-$25. Ages 21+. Sat.: Geographer with Pink Skies, 9pm. $22-$25. Ages 21+. Sun.: ENT Legends Presents: (hed) P.E., 8pm. GA: $20-$25; plus package: $35. Mon.: Music Movie Monday, 7:30pm. Free-$5. 1221 State St. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com

8/9-8/10: Hook’d Bar and Grill Sat.: Out of the Blue, 4-7pm. Sun.: Traveling Hurtados, 1-4pm. 116 Lakeview Dr., Cachuma Lake. Free. Call (805) 350-8351. hookdbarandgrill.com/music-onthe-water

8/9: Live at Ojai Underground Lynn Crossett, 7pm. $15-$20; broadcast: $10. 616 Pearl St., Ojai. Email undergroundexchange@ojaiartsexchange.com ojaiunderground.com

8/12: Goleta Valley Historical Society Stow House: Music at the Ranch Doublewide Kings, 5:30-7:30pm. 304 N. Los Carneros Rd., Goleta. Free Email info@goletahistory.org. goletahistory.org/music-at-theranch

8/13: Solvang Music in the Park The Waymakers, 5-8pm. 1630 Mission Dr., Solvang. Free. Call (805) 688-0701. solvangcc.com/music-in-the-park

Cuyama Mama

8/10: Applebox Free Family

Films: Robin Hood See Disney’s 1973 animated musical Robin Hood (rated G), with animal characters, about the heroic outlaw (a fox), who sets out to free his impoverished village from Prince John (a lion) and the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham (a wolf). Complimentary popcorn and drinks. 10am. SBIFF’s Riviera Theatre, 2044 Alameda Padre Serra. Free. Call (805) 963-0023. sbiffriviera.com/applebox

SATURDAY 8/9

8/9: Tecolote Book Shop Book Signing: Barbara Edelston Peterson Author Barbara Edelston Peterson will sign copies of her book Kvell: A Word You Should Know, about the Yiddish word that means to beam, burst, and share the joy of others and is also a timely call to action for a more supportive and connected world. 3-4pm. Tecolote Book Shop, 1470 E. Valley Rd., Montecito. Email barbara@kvellbook.com tinyurl.com/Kvell-Book

SUNDAY 8/10

8/10: Conscious Competitor: Introductory Workshop with Linda Baffa and Shannon Stone This innovative program for student athletes blends breath regulation from yoga, mindful movement, and visualization with modern mental conditioning techniques to create a comprehensive approach to athletic excellence for clarity and reduced anxiety. Grades 7-9: 2:30-3:45pm; Grades 10-12: 4-5:15pm. Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Wy. $20. Call (805) 965-8811. tinyurl.com/Conscious-Competitor

8/10: Skating Spree Try Skating for Free! Tots, kids, teens, adults, and skaters with physical and intellectual disabilities are invited to take a lesson and/or free skate and have fun on the ice. 12:25-3:30pm. Ice in Paradise, 6985 Santa Felicia Dr., Goleta. Free. Call (805) 879-1550. iceinparadise.org/skating-spree-2025

8/10: Sacred Sisters Presents Mindful Mandala Mixer Join to create a collaborative art piece (a flower mandala) using provided materials and natural elements we find around us. Kids and dogs are welcome! 2-3:30pm. Mission Rose Garden, 420 Plaza Rubio. Free-donations welcome. Email sacredsisters111.com/ events sacredsisters111.com/events

MONDAY 8/11

8/11: Family Dinner

Cooking Class with A to Z Apples to Zucchini Cooking School invites children and teens, along with a family adult, to learn from Chef Beth Markee in partnership with the Santa Ynez Grange about how to prepare a delicious meal to build a healthy relationship with food and cooking. 5:307pm. Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado, Los Olivos. Free-$33. Email bethany@atozcookingschool .org. tinyurl.com/FamilyCookingAug11

TUESDAY 8/12

8/12: Women Soar Higher Networking in the Garden

This networking hour, hosted by Home Crush, will offer time for women business owners to connect or reconnect with other area entrepreneurs, business owners, and women with vision. 5pm. Islay Gardens, 10 E. Islay St. Free. Email emailhomecrush@gmail.com tinyurl.com/Women-Soar

8/12-8/13: More Theater/ S.B. Presents Whalers’ Triptych III: Ahab’s Fable This original short play, inspired by Moby-Dick, will feature Stanley Hoffman as Melville’s infamous character Captain Ahab during his last days with the whale and will include an art installation by area visual artist Moxie Bright Evan. Performances through August 15. Tue.: 7pm; Wed.: 2pm (with tea service). Community Arts Workshop (CAW), 631 Garden St. $30. Call (805) 951-8648 or email info@moretheatersb.com. moretheatersb.com

WEDNESDAY 8/13

8/13: Hot off the Press: Summer Scrapbooking Party

Adults are invited to meet other people in the community, scrapbook your Summer Reading Zine, and start collecting memories. All supplies will be provided. 5-6:30pm. Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call (805) 962-7653. tinyurl.com/Adult-Scrapbooking-Aug13

Gear Up For School

8/7: Back-to-School Health Fair and Backpack Giveaway/Feria de salud y entrega de mochilas para el regreso a clases The Salvation Army of S.B. and the S.B. County Public Health Department will distribute free backpacks and school supplies to area students. Families will also have access to school-required immunizations, sports physicals, and community services and resources. El Ejército de Salvación de S.B. y el Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de S.B. distribuirán mochilas y material escolar gratuitos a los estudiantes de la zona. Las familias también tendrán acceso a las vacunas obligatorias para la escuela, reconocimientos médicos deportivos y servicios y recursos comunitarios. 2-6pm. Franklin Elementary School, 1111 E. Mason St. Free. Call (805) 451-4383 or email kari.rudd@usw.salvationarmy.org. tinyurl.com/Back2School-HealthFair

8/11: Lompoc Back to School Bash + Backpack Giveaway/ Fiesta de vuelta al cole en Lompoc + Sorteo de mochilas The Lompoc Family YMCA and the Lompoc Unified School District invite Lompoc families to register each child for a free backpack filled with school supplies. The event will also spotlight the Teen Activity Program, which offers free YMCA memberships to all middle and high school students enrolled in the Lompoc Unified School District. Take a tour and learn about access to fitness equipment, basketball courts, creative arts and cooking classes, academic support, and teen-focused wellness programs. La YMCA de la Familia Lompoc y el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Lompoc invitan a las familias de Lompoc a inscribir a cada niño para recibir una mochila gratuita llena de útiles escolares. El evento también destacará el Programa de Actividades para Adolescentes, que ofrece membresías gratuitas de la YMCA a todos los estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria inscritos en el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Lompoc. Realice un recorrido y conozca el acceso a equipos de gimnasia, canchas de baloncesto, clases de artes creativas y cocina, apoyo académico y programas de bienestar enfocados en los . 3-6pm. Lompoc Family YMCA, 201 W. College Ave., Lompoc. Free. Call (805)

adolescentes 736-3483.

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ARTISTICALLY SPEAKING

MORE THAN 40 ARTISTS TAPPED FOR CREATIVE RESISTANCE EXHIBITION

Reflecting on social, political, and cultural issues and engaging with the current events surrounding them can be a daunting prospect these days. But more than 40 artists have taken on the challenge for a new exhibit called Creative Resistance: The Artists’ Perspective on Our Changing World

The two-day show, on view at Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop (SBCAW) August 8-9, offers a platform for thoughtful and thought-provoking creative expression through a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and installations of all types.

The only guideline for the invited artists was that their contribution must present a single work that reflects their perception, reaction, and vision for resistance in our current era.

The exhibition is the brainchild of Laura Walker Ragan, an artist herself. “When I first started thinking about this, I realized that we were living through a time of extraordinary change in political, social, and humanitarian areas. I was seeing norms democratic norms, other types of norms, civil rights dismantled. And I could tell also there was a kind of despair settling in, and it was really bothering me. So, I started thinking, ‘What can I do? I’ve got to do something.’ … I just knew I had to respond somehow,” she said.

“I may have lit the fire, but, you know, as it turns out, a lot of other people were more than ready and eager to be able to express themselves this way,” Ragan said.

She began approaching artists and their responses to the question, “Do you want to

do a show about what you’re seeing right now in the world?” were overwhelmingly not just “ ‘yes,’ but ‘hell YES!’ ”

As the interest began to snowball, Ragan brought on Diane Mackenzie to help and “it quickly became kind of a collective movement and one that brought artists together. … We were able to talk to each other, and we realized that this is a good way to express and to document our feelings and to resist, basically. As a fellow artist, I am proud to hold the space for this kind of reflection and resistance,” said Ragan.

“People are coming together,” added Mackenzie. “They’re excited. People are coming out of the woodwork. We have people from all over the state who wanted to be in this. … It’s really exciting, and I can’t wait to see what people are doing. I’ve only seen a couple of pieces, and I’m just astounded at the emotion and the thoughtfulness that people have put into this.”

The initial list of participating artists is impressive, with Baret Boisson, Neil Campbell, Inga Guzyte, Sol Hill, Rod Lathim, Dan LeVin, Michael Long, Judy Nilsen, Peggy Oki, Barbara Parmet, Rod Rolle, Dug Uyesaka, Sue Van Horsen, Wanda Venturelli, and Seyburn Zorthian among the wellknown names included among the list of more than 40 artists.

Asked how she selected participants, Ragan said, “I picked the artists because I know their work, and they were incredibly enthusiastic and wanted to contribute to this. So, I think that that was the main driver for me. And some artists approached us as well. But we also have a team of people

helping … that are incredibly devoted to projects like this, especially when it has to do with artists and their art.”

With an aim toward engaging the community in a dialogue about the role of art in times of upheaval, Mackenzie noted that the CAW is an ideal location for this gathering. “What I appreciate about the Community Arts Workshop is it is about creating community.”

She continued, “[Laura] is able to bring those things together, or people together in a cohesive manner and is creating a space where we can do basically what I think artists do best, and that is acting collectively and supportive, supporting one another, and not in competition. … We need to come together and maintain our humanity.”

As an artist, something you have to really think about your art and what you want to say, “sort of roll over different angles,” said Ragan. But with the Creative Resistance: The Artists’ Perspective on Our Changing World show, “people know exactly what they want to say they come right out. People that normally don’t do political art are able to just boom, figure out what the idea is they want, because I think everybody has something to say about what’s happening now that is very close to their heart and they need to express it.”

—Leslie Dinaberg

Creative Resistance: The Artists’ Perspective on Our Changing World takes place August 8-9 at the Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop (631 Garden St.). Opening Friday from 5-8 p.m. and on view Saturday from 12:30 - 4 p.m.

Last summer, MORE Theater/S.B., a site-specific drama company devised by artistic director Meg Kruszewska, premiered their first production: Part I of The Whalers’ Triptych. This trio of dramatic representations offers a view of Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick through the lens of characters beyond Ishmael.

“When I originally conceived of The Whalers’ Triptych as a series of plays, I wanted to explore the peripheral characters in Moby-Dick,” says Kruszewska. “My academic background is in feminist methodologies, [so] I know how to excavate the voices of the ‘other.’”

In the case of The Whalers’ Triptych, these characters include chowder-house matron and widow of the sea Mrs. Hussey; crazed anti-hero Captain Ahab; and, in the forthcoming third installment, the indigenous harpooners who worked the Pequod

This summer’s chapter, called Ahab’s Fable, is written by Catt Filippov and directed by Ford Sachsenmaier. The story was born from Kruszewska’s fascination with obsessive personalities. While the voice of Ahab, a character who has become a symbol of ill-fated preoccupation, is featured in the novel, this version of the story illuminates the captain’s interiority. “Filippov has done a remarkable job of carving and shaping pieces of Melville’s text into these incredible speeches for Ahab,” says Sachsenmaier. “She’s created an entirely new character, one greatly inspired by the Ahab of the novel, but who also exists outside of the boundaries and limitations of that character.”

Ahab will be played by area actor Stanley Hoffman, who brings to the show what Sachsenmaier calls “an acute honesty … a kind of dogged vulnerability that keeps the show anchored in a place of real emotional truth. He’s the key to Ahab’s humanity.” —Maggie Yates

The show will run at the Community Arts Workshop (613 Garden St.), which will be transformed into the universe of the white whale by visual artist Moxie Bright Evan. See the show August 12-15; evening shows and matinees available.

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SAILING AWAY WITH YÄCHTLEY CRËW

ALL ABOARD AT THE ARLINGTON FOR SOFT-ROCK FUN

Okay, boomers, if you haven’t been hiding under a boulder, you know that yacht rock the soft-rock subgenre of music embracing the smooth, mellow sounds of the 1970s and early ’80s is back in a big, big way.

With a manifest of familiar tunes from Boz Scaggs’s “Lido Shuffle,” to Ace’s “How Long,” Robbie Dupree’s “Steal Away,” the Bee Gees’ “How Deep Is Your Love,” Christopher Cross’s “Ride Like the Wind,” Toto’s “Africa,” Looking Glass’s “Brandy,” and Rupert Holmes’s “Escape (The Piña Colada Song),” the nation’s number-one yacht rock band, Yächtley Crëw, is docking at the Arlington Theatre on Saturday, August 16. I spoke to drummer Sailor Hawkins (a k a Rob Jones) ahead of the band’s visit.

Tell me a little bit about the band’s origin story, how you guys got started. The bass player (Baba Buoy) and I have been friends for years, and we thought it would be a fun little project. We’ve done different projects together and separately over the years, and we thought it would be fun to start a band that would play, essentially, what was, at the time, guilty pleasure music. People weren’t really necessarily high on Christopher Cross and Ambrosia songs. Maybe our parents and grandparents were, but we thought it would be fun and something different. … in a fun way to play this material that just seemed like an oversight to a lot of people. We all knew it and enjoyed it growing up, but it ultimately became like a guilty pleasure … So, we thought it would be fun.

Then it was a resurgence of this music that just kind of happened to coincide with yacht-rock radio.

And what we thought would be three or four shows forever turned into three or four shows a week. And the more the ball was rolling down the hill, the bigger it was getting … kind of snowballing. That led us to getting signed by Jimmy Buffett to his record label, and putting a record out. And Jimmy passed and we were recorded by another label that wanted to carry us. And we made a Christmas record last year. And we just finished our new record that’s coming out in just about a month and a half.

And now you’re doing a song written by Diane Warren (a Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Famer who has written for Elton John, Tina Turner, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga)? That’s insane. I mean, honestly, anything that has happened in this band, if you were to tell me anything that happened if you were to tell me we were going to play 10 shows starting this band, I would have said, “You’re crazy.”

And none of you guys, when you started in 2017, were making a living as musicians. We weren’t doing it full-time. Everybody that’s in the band had a job, but kind of lost that job because of the schedule. This touring schedule is pretty demanding. We’re doing about 150 shows a year, so it’s kind of hard to hold down a job when you’re not even home. … And now, you know, we all have dad bods. We’re not starving.

The yacht-rock popularity is so interesting. Do you have any theories about why it’s become such a phenomenon? It’s feelgood music for a generation of people that wanted to have a good fun reason to come out a woman actually told me this when we first started the band. … She’s probably in her late forties. And she said, “Thank you so much for the band, you guys. You have no idea what it does for people like us. I’m a mom of five kids, I come out and I have so much fun,

and I don’t feel like I’m competing with these 20-year-olds that are dressed all like they’re going to a Vegas nightclub for the night.” People get dressed up for our shows, and they get into it. They put on nautical attire, hats. I get people show up wearing life vests. … She said, “You make us feel good.”

But our audience is starting to get younger too; a lot of people are starting to recognize us. I have an 18-yearold daughter, and shortly after we started the band in 2017 she was looking at TikTok, and said, “Dad, do you know this song?” And it was ‘The Piña Colada Song.’ And I’m like, “Yeah, honey, we play that in our show.”

Every kid that does any kind of music probably has some sort of fantasies about being a rock star. What surprised you the most about that? I mean, everything, honestly, every next step that happens in this band is a surprise, because there was initially no goal. The only goal was to get together, put a band together, and play some shows, maybe a handful of shows…. The first place sold out. It was like more than 300 people there on our first show, and it was a bar and grill in Dana Point. Then, the next show we did in Ventura was just packed. It was a line around the block. And then we ended up getting a residency at the Viper Room in Los Angeles. We did that for 15 months, and it sold out. Every single show sold out for 15 months straight.

And through that you got a manager, Andy Gould, who was a “tea boy” for the Beatles. He discovered and managed artists like Rob Zombie, Linkin Park, Guns N’ Roses. He managed a lot

of bands along the way, and he stumbled across us one night because he saw a line around the block of the Viper.

That aligned us with a booking agent, and then that aligned us with a record company talking to us, and that aligned us with our producer, Chris Lord-Alge … I think he’s got six or seven Grammys and Record of the Year recording Green Day.

Then we got a residency in Las Vegas, and we’re in our fourth year Even when Jimmy Buffett died, we thought, ‘Well, that was a fun ride.’ … And then all of a sudden, another label said, ‘We want to talk to you guys about recording.’ So, it’s just, one thing after the next was just positive, positive, positive.

So, everything has been completely organic. Yeah, nobody was forced to eat their vegetables, you know? Truly, it’s a great story, and there’s no bullshit in the middle of it. It’s really just all organic and really happening. None of us could be more blessed with being able to do what we do for a living and the way it’s happened.

Is there anything else you want to tell people in Santa Barbara before the show? We’re a Southern California band. It is essentially a hometown show for us, and we’re excited to get back into town, and, you know, knock the socks off people. I just want people to have such a good time. And that’s really what it’s all about.

—Leslie Dinaberg

Yächtley Crëw plays on Saturday, August 16, 8:30 p.m. at the Arlington Theatre (1317 State St.). For tickets and information, see arlingtontheatresb.com.

Yächtley Crëw heads to the Arlington Theatre on August 16.

LIVING

Cardio Confidential

Pool Shark

SUP Fitness at Anderson Aquatics

by Amy R. Ramos

Afew years ago, after taking a single lesson on a beautiful holiday weekend, I was inspired to take up paddleboarding, convinced it would be a great way to enjoy the ocean and work my core. It was only after I’d invested in a brand-new board and a secondhand wetsuit vest that I learned the waters from southern Santa Barbara County down to Baja are considered a great white shark nursery. I started seeing drone footage showing sharks swimming mere feet away from paddleboarders. Although I saw no reports of any juvenile sharks attacking people, I quickly lost my enthusiasm for paddleboarding. My board sat unused in the side yard until my dog, then still in her chewy puppy phase, destroyed it.

So, I was delighted when I got an invitation from Anderson Aquatics to try their new SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) fitness and yoga classes. When I’d first checked out Anderson’s pool-based fitness offerings, shortly after they opened in the old Diver’s Den location in the Funk Zone, these classes weren’t yet on the schedule. With summer upon us, it was the perfect time to head back to the 92-degree pool. After I had admired the glow-up the facility had gotten since my last visit fresh paint, a remodeled bathroom with curb-less shower, and new signage the first order of business was getting onto a board. There were three of them anchored in the center of the deep end, attached at their front

and back edges with clips to two ropes strung the length of the pool. From the pool deck, instructor Breanna Anderson, who owns Anderson Aquatics with her husband Travis, coached me and my classmates Sophia and Dora to approach the board from one of the long sides, then hoist ourselves onto it. It’s not an elegant process.

The floating fitness boards used for these classes are specifically designed for pool usage and also have a built-in yoga mat on the surface. Unlike an ocean-going paddleboard with tapered ends, the pool boards are wide and rectangular with rounded corners, providing extra stability. Honestly, I felt a bit more like Huck Finn rafting on the Mississippi than Duke Kahanamoku surfing the Pacific.

Breanna coached us on how to fall off the board (make yourself small, get low) and where (to the side, into the water, not onto the ropes anchoring the board). Then she had us start by just getting used to moving on the board. Standing and swaying from side to side wasn’t too hard, but turning around was another matter. I felt practically rooted to the board as I tried to do a 180 while maintaining the wide stance Breanna recommended.

As a warmup, we lay on our backs doing hip bridges, then Breanna led us through birddog pose, Russian twists, reverse tabletops, pushups, planks, and windmills to an energetic playlist that included Dua Lipa’s “Levitating,” Eurythmics’ “Sweet Dreams,” and One Republic’s “Counting Stars.”

Although all the exercises were familiar from landbased workouts, doing the moves while bobbing on the surface of the pool made them more difficult (I almost fell off the board doing calf raises). And despite the small class size, the movement of the other boards does create a wake that we all had to contend with. For an added stability challenge, Breanna distributed lightweight balls, which we wove between our legs and behind our backs as we knelt on alternating knees.

We slid off the boards to do some exercises in the water too flutter-kicking and marching our legs and making cross-country skiing motions. There was upper-body work as well; arm pop-ups, which involved pressing our palms onto the surface of the board and lifting ourselves out of the water, left me winded.

Breanna also incorporated some playful elements that reminded me of being in the pool at summer camp. We tossed lightweight medicine balls to each other and made gigantic splashes by lying on our stomachs on the board and kicking with pointed toes, which was a good hamstring workout. In later classes, Breanna worked pool noodles into the routine.

For the cool-down, we moved through several yoga poses: reclining pigeon, cobbler, down dog. While we were on our backs, hugging our knees to our chests, Breanna encouraged us to rock from side to side. I joked, “Aren’t we doing that already?” It was only when I climbed out of the pool that I realized how tired I was from the 45-minute workout.

Over the course of four classes, though, I felt myself getting stronger and more comfortable on the board, managing to stay on for the most part. Turning around got easier, although I never tried Breanna’s (facetious?) suggestion to do a 180-degree jump. Arm pop-ups were still challenging but didn’t leave my deltoids sore for two days as they had after the first class. And it was a personal triumph when, in the fourth class, I was able to rise from a kneeling position into a crescent lunge in the first class, I’d barely budged.

For the SUP-style yoga class I took, Breanna focused more on flexibility and less on strength. While the SUP fitness class incorporated many yoga poses, the yoga class didn’t include any pool-based exercises we stayed on our boards as we moved through sun salutations and warrior series. That’s why Breanna says the SUP yoga will likely be a seasonal offering; being wet on the board for 45 minutes was fine for a sunny summer evening, but in the winter it may get too cold. The SUP fitness classes, with their mix of time on the board and in the warm water, are now on the regular schedule at Anderson Aquatics. And not a shark in sight. n

The floating fitness boards are specifically designed for pool usage and have a built-in yoga mat on the surface.

Anderson Aquatics owner and instructor Breanna Anderson guides a class through a workout.

CUTE BUT FIERCE

Meet the Long-Tailed Weasel

Story and Photos by Chuck Graham

It felt like walking into a horror movie: an abandoned trailer loaded with filth, tattered furniture, and mounds of newspapers clinging to the grandiose hinterlands of the Carrizo Plain National Monument. And then there was the massive, unfathomable pile of giant kangaroo rat carcasses.

Another dilapidated trailer sits 40 feet away. For years, these two structures at the base of the Panorama Hills have served as prime real estate for nesting ravens and barn owls, two species that despise one another. They are surrounded by walls of wooden pallets, ideal refuges for western Pacific rattlesnakes. In the spring and summer, I’m always aware of where I put my hands and feet as I creep up on them.

In the spring of 2020, I was finishing the photography for my book, Carrizo Plain, Where the Mountains Meet the Grasslands, and wanted shots of a roosting barn owl.

I tiptoed up the steps of the far trailer when I abruptly stopped. The pile of giant kangaroo rat carcasses was something to behold. I assumed it was the work of the female barn owl perched inside who was raising three hungry owlets.

Later, I sent photos of the carnage to wildlife biologists who work on the Carrizo Plain to get their thoughts. They all came back with the same answer. The bodies were the handiwork of a busy but elusive long-tailed weasel.

“We don’t often see weasels, and if we do, it’s just for a second,” said Craig Fiehler, environmental scientist for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. “I saw one last year. Usually, it’s in grassland habitat.”

Long-tailed weasels are found in every state in the Lower 48 but are rarely observed. On the Carrizo Plain, they use dens left by other burrowing mammals because they are constantly on the move. Otherwise, they are solitary creatures; mating is the only occasion they spend time together.

Despite only weighing eight to 12 ounces, they are one of the fiercest predators in North America. With a powerful bite, they can take on prey 10 times their size. They cover as much as seven miles a day, and due to their frenetic pace, they consume up to 40 percent

of their body weight every 24 hours to satisfy their hyperactive metabolism. When prey is abundant, they kill more than they can eat and stash the extra food.

“They are primarily nocturnal, but I’ve only seen them during the day,” continued Fiehler. “Once or twice, I’ve seen them while spotlighting for kit foxes. They have great colors. I have never gotten one in a camera trap or coming to a bait.”

In the spring of 2020, I photographed a kit fox den for six weeks. By summer, the five pups had grown and were nearly ready to venture out on their own. My last morning at their den, something didn’t feel right. After two hours of no activity, I moved to a spot where I could see that den and their alternate den site. Still, nothing stirred.

Another hour drifted by, and then I saw an 18-inch, slender, long-tailed weasel emerge. It stood on its short, hind legs, and swayed its head from side to side to pick up the scent of its prey. Before I knew it, the weasel was bounding after an unlucky giant kangaroo rat.

Weasels are associated with misfortune and bad luck. I don’t believe that. I’ve now seen four on the Carrizo Plain, and I’d say it’s good luck to see something so elusive. Just don’t tell that to a giant kangaroo rat. n

Long-tailed weasels are prevalent but elusive and rarely seen by humans.

Weasels can consume up to 40 percent of their body weight every day.

FOOD& DRINK

Libations

STORYBOOK SIPPING

I’m all for raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, but cocktails and books truly top the list of my favorite things!

Checking out the literary-themed libations at the Manor Bar the cozy, library-inspired cocktail lounge at the Rosewood Miramar Beach has been on my wish list for months, but my tight schedule only recently allowed a perusal through the pages of their customized Cocktail Chronicles.

Every Cocktail Has a Tale to Tell at the Rosewood Miramar Beach Manor Bar

BY LESLIE DINABERG

The comfy leather armchairs and couches, roaring fire, walls filled with leather-bound volumes, and ocean view create a welcoming space on their own, but the cleverly imagined, gorgeously illustrated cocktail menu bumps the bookish fantasy up even further.

Then there are the 12 signature cocktails, described in glorious detail in an illustrated, leather-bound book of their own, and each with a uniquely custom-made vessel, featuring glassware by 3D Vault, that takes the stories even further up the realm of the fantastic. Remember those adult collectible action figures that became so popular a few years back? (The $1,000 Jabba the Hutt figure on preorder right now, for example.) These custom cocktail enclosures are kind of like that, only they actually are functional beyond the fantasy factor!

Just like a great book can transport you to a far-flung destination, these cocktail concoctions are designed to spark the imagination, as well as tickle the taste buds. Director of Bars Eliza Hoar whose impressive background has taken her from New York to Aspen, San Diego, and Boston, and includes a spot on Esquire’s Top Bars list, and a Top 10 placement in the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards was on hand to greet us and make a few recommendations for the evening. She started with the map overview, which instead of the North-South-East-West designations, cleverly uses the Bitter–Savory–Spirit Forward–Refreshing descriptors to guide you to the cocktails best suited to your favorite flavor profile.

After some questions about my usual preferences, I went for the refreshing and somewhat savory side of the menu first with the Center of the Earth, a visually stunning and gustatorily satisfying cocktail made of The Lost Explorer mezcal, Dolin blanc vermouth, Chinese five-spice, watermelon, pistachio, and lime all served in a retractable globe, surrounded with otherworldly light from within, and decorated with an

assortment of crystals and mushroom figurines to represent the earthy elements beneath the surface. The vibrant watermelon hue of my drink added to the composition, as it was also there to represent the magma at the center of the earth.

Accompanied by nicely rendered sci-fi fantasy illustration was the menu’s literary description: “Descending through endless caves, I discovered a world where time had stopped. Before me stretched an underground sea, glowing with an otherworldly light, as prehistoric creatures swam slowly, studying me in silence. On the shore, I found that a stone pulsed like a hidden heart within the rocks. As I held it in my hands, an ancient energy coursed through me, revealing that this stone was the key to moving forward.” Hard to resist, right! Each of the 12 cocktails has that same incredible level of attention to detail.

We “moved forward” to sample Atlantis next. Firmly on the savory, spirit-forward side of the menu, this cocktail of Macallan Amber Meadow scotch, umeshu, pear, plum, and sea salt also glowed from within, with an eerie green glimmer lighting a vessel with oceanlike waves, resting atop a glowing Atlantis, and some ancient tales to tell.

Like the best of literature, our first two cocktails also had another level of fun added to them the Blah Blah Blah king-sized ice cubes, whose etched design is a nod to Mel Bochner’s “Blah Blah Blah” painting on view in the bar. Fun fact: Our server shared that most, if not all, properties in the Rosewood brand have specialty designed ice cubes as well.

The legend and golden elixir of Camelot was next up, a royal concoction of Redbreast Irish whiskey, sherry blend, Mr. Black coffee liqueur, cinnamon, pineapple, and lemon, this refreshing and savory blend’s custom vessel looked like a tower from the legendary castle itself, and was definitely fit for a queen.

Last, but certainly not least, on our literary cocktail journey that night was Looking Glass Land, an Aliceinspired adventure made from Hendrick’s Gin, verjus, passionfruit, and cucumber (definitely refreshing) and housed in an intricate floral jewelbox, whose walls came down to reveal a chessboard and a most delectable drink. Bring on the croquet flamingoes, this was definitely a drink fit to calm the red queen.

Like the temptingly large “to be read” pile of books by my bedside, I can’t wait to come back and try out the Manor Bar’s other eight themed literary cocktails.

There’s also another reason to come again soon.

They’ve recently launched a new partnership with Godmothers Bookstore, the Godmothers Literary Society at The Manor Bar, which includes a monthly speaker series, a quarterly book club (first up is The River’s Daughter by Bridget Crocker, with a date yet to be announced), and daytime reading hours with a curated selection of titles to browse, borrow, or purchase.

See bit.ly/4m8nWyB for more information and the complete menu for The Manor Bar, Rosewood Miramar Beach, 1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito.

Atlantis cocktail at the Manor Bar

Hundred Acre Wood cocktail at the Manor Bar

Center of the Earth cocktail at the Manor Bar

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Now for Taste of Santa Ynez Valley

Fifth Annual Weekend of Dinners and Excursions in October Is Already Selling Out

BY MATT KETTMANN

Anyone who knows Shelby Sim knows that he works all sorts of magic. In 2021, the rabbit he pulled out of his hat was Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley, a long weekend of dinners, excursions, and food and wine tastings from Los Alamos to Happy Canyon that was an immediate hit.

“It’s been fun, and as you know, the proof is in the pudding,” said Sim, the director of Visit the Santa Ynez Valley. “Everybody is coming back. It’s an opportunity to get out and collaborate.”

Now in its fifth vintage, Taste of the S.Y.V.’s sustained success is particularly due to the long-table dinners that take over central streets in the valley’s main towns. Though it’s not until October (Oct. 2-5, to be exact), those gatherings in Los Alamos on Thursday and Los Olivos on Friday are already approaching soldout status, as is the Sunday night affair at the just-opened Chumash Museum & Cultural Center in Santa Ynez. There’s also zipline adventures, horseback outings, kid-friendly hayrides, ceramics classes, a Sta. Rita Hills wine brunch in Buellton, a vineyard walk at Zaca Mesa, and the return of the Franc & Blanc celebration at Gainey Vineyard.

Brand new to the lineup is a Saturday night dinner on Solvang’s Copenhagen Drive. “This will be the first year we’re closing the street in Solvang,” said Sim of Taste’s foray into the Danish-themed city. “And we’re doing a grand tasting in

Solvang Park, where all the wineries will be welcome.” A ticket for the wine tasting, which is from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., is $65, or it’s $180 for both the tasting and dinner that runs until about 8 p.m.

One of the evening’s featured chefs is veteran restaurateur Budi Kazali, who moved The Gathering Table concept he developed at the Ballard Inn to the heart of Solvang one year ago. “We have common purpose with all the chefs here,” said Kazali, who’s serving alongside his buddies from Coast Range, Peasants Feast, and First & Oak. “Those are all my peers and friends. I love working with them.”

Menus are still being developed, a process that will last almost up until the event itself, as each chef aims to find the freshest ingredients possible. “It’s unique,” said Sim of Taste’s dinner format. “People do long-table dinners, but they aren’t doing collaborative long-table dinners. We mix it up every time.”

He’s quite excited to highlight Solvang this year. “People think that wine is our number one thing, but Solvang is still the powerhouse,” said Sim. “Solvang still brings the masses. It definitely has the biggest pull.” And with so many culinary options these days, Sim promised, “It’s not your grandma’s Solvang anymore.”

This year’s Los Alamos dinner will be at the Union Hotel.

Surf ’n’ Suds 11th Annual Beer Festival in Carpinteria

Abeer in hand, listening to reggae music on the California coast, that is what Surf ’n’ Suds has to offer. Surf ’n’ Suds, the largest beer festival on the Central Coast, is back for their 11th annual beer fest in Carpinteria. Entertainment, food, drinks, and games are sure to make for a great summer day.

Drinks, Food, and Entertainment at Surf ’n’ Suds

BY HAILEY EDMONDS

The event, proudly benefiting the Young and Brave Foundation (for families battling childhood cancer), will take place on Saturday, August 9, spanning from midmorning to the early evening. The Carpinteria State Beach location is ideal for commuting attendees can be dropped off at the front entrance using the Amtrak. Another option for people coming from Goleta or Santa Barbara is the Brew Bus, taking you from to and from the event. Designated Driver Tickets are priced at $20 and are granted VIP entrance to the event at 11:30 a.m. Food vendors include the Deli Doctor, Happy Place Eatery, Geezy’s Q, and PizzaMan Dan’s. An extensive drinking catalog of 75 craft breweries, ciders, seltzers, kombucha, and wine will be featured at the festival.

Equally as important as the drinking portion of the event is music to dance to. “Everybody seems to enjoy it. Everyone’s always dancing, and you know it’s just a really fun day,” said Andres Nuño of En Fuego Events, the organizers. Entertainment includes a familiar lineup for Surf ’n’ Suds, Cornerstone Reggae, the 90s Babiez, and DJ Marco. There will also be a games area including a mega-sized beer pong and a new addition, a mechanical surfboard. The event has become a staple in the community and a mark for the fast-approaching end of summer. “It’s been pretty remarkable all of the different people not just from Carpinteria but all over the place. It’s kind of the end of the summer, so for a lot of people, it’s the last thing they do at the end of the summer,” Nuño said.

Surf ’n’ Suds is Saturday, August 9, at Carpinteria State Beach. See event details at surfbeerfest.com.

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Istopped by several up-and-coming eateries (and a remodel) to take a sneak peek so I can report their status to you. Teddy’s on State is coming to 3102 State Street (formerly Yanni’s Greek Deli) and is in full construction mode. I saw tractors and a crew hard at work. A BBQ restaurant is coming to 6521 Pardall Road, Isla Vista (formerly Espresso Roma and the birthplace of Kinko’s), and it appears to be in a holding pattern, as I haven’t seen any new construction in a while. Longtime restaurant Cajun Kitchen at 6831 Hollister Avenue, Suite A, in Goleta (next to Target) closed last April for a remodel, and when I when I stopped by, I saw that it was completing gutted and is now a large empty room. I saw no new construction. Yetz’s Bagels is coming to 250 Storke Road, Suite G, Goleta (formerly the left side of Lucky Coin Laundry), and it looked a lot like Cajun Kitchen in that it was a cavernous empty space ready to be built. The Goleta Spot is coming to 521 Firestone Road, the former home of The Elephant Bar, Flightline Restaurant, and High Sierra Grill. Looking in the window, I saw what looked like interior painting going on and boxes of photos from the former Flightline Restaurant.

UPPER STATE JEANNINE’S TO BECOME A GIFT SHOP: Reader Bill sent me the following question: “Jeannine’s Uptown has been closed for seven months. Will they ever open?” The website for Jeannine’s Restaurant & Bakery at 3607 State Street says “Our Uptown location is currently closed to the public. It is now our central baking facility supplying our three other restaurants.” Digging deeper, I discovered that the public-facing part of the space will soon become a giftshop offering cards, balloons, cakes, coffee, and pastries. They may add quiche to the menu in the future. There will no longer be a restaurant at that location.

RASCAL’S RECEIVES NATIONAL PETA AWARD: Rascal’s vegan restaurant at 432 East Haley Street has received an award for their breakfast sandwich from the organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Rascal’s entire menu is 100 percent plantbased. “Rascal’s Vegan has created a cracking good sandwich that’s kind to chickens and their customers’ arteries, and bursting with flavor,” says PETA President Ingrid Newkirk. “Every winner on PETA’s awards list shows that delicious vegan eggs can start your day right in every way. Chickens form complex social structures, dream when they sleep, and worry about the future, just as humans do. But hens used for egg production are crammed together inside wire-floored cages where they don’t even have enough room to spread their wings.”

CARUSO’S RETAINS MICHELIN STAR AND OFFERS DINING ON THE SAND: Caruso’s, Rosewood Miramar Beach’s signature oceanfront restaurant, was honored recently in the California Guide to retain their Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star for the third year in a row. Now the team at Caruso’s has expanded to the tide, with a new on-the-beach table, an opportunity. This special offering invites one party per evening to dine on a table physically on the sands of Miramar Beach. Located in a curated private cabana with the sea, stars, and waves as your backdrop, this intimate culinary journey is designed for parties of two to four seeking a highly personal and remarkable evening.

CAJUN CONSTRUCTION: The Cajun Kitchen at 6831 Hollister Avenue next to Target is being remodeled and was completely gutted when I stopped by.

JOHN DICKSON

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

by Rob Breszny

WEEK OF AUGUST 7

ARIES

(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): The Tagalog word gigil refers to the urge to squeeze or pinch something adorable. It’s an ecstatic tension that verges on overflowing the container of decorum. In the coming weeks, you Aries could feel gigil for the whole world. Everything may seem almost too vivid, too raw, too marvelous, and altogether too much. I advise you to welcome these surges and allow them to enhance your perceptions. Laugh hard. Cry freely. Invite goosebumps. Please note: But don’t actually squeeze anyone without their permission.

TAURUS

(Apr. 20-May 20): In Japan’s Snow Country, artisans practice yuki-sarashi. It involves laying woven cloth on snow under sunlight to bleach, brighten, purify, and soften the fibers through the effects of snow, sunlight, cold, and ozone. Because this process doesn’t require harsh chemicals, it helps maintain the fabric’s strength and prevents it from yellowing over time. I propose you make yuki-sarashi a useful metaphor, Taurus. Something fragile and fine is ready to emerge, but it needs your gentle touch and natural methods. You are often grounded in the adept manipulation of raw material what works, what holds, what can be relied on. But this burgeoning treasure needs maximum nuance and the blessings of sensitive care.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): When African American dancer Josephine Baker arrived in Paris in 1925 at age 19, she was seeking refuge from her home country’s racism. Her electrifying performances soon made her a celebrity. Author Ernest Hemingway said she was “the most sensational woman anyone ever saw.” As she grew wealthy, she donated generously to French charities, hospitals, and schools. Her compassionate works evolved further, too. During World War II, she worked as a spy for the French Resistance against the Nazi occupation. Later, she became a civil rights activist in the U.S. Can you guess the astrological sign of this multifaceted star? Gemini! I hope you will be inspired by her in the coming weeks. May you, too, use your natural gifts and stylish flair to serve the greater good. Look for opportunities to mentor, encourage, and advocate for those lacking your advantages.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): When a glacier moves, it doesn’t rush. It presses forward incrementally, reshaping mountains, carving valleys, and transporting boulders. In a metaphorical sense, Cancerian, you are now in glacier time. A slow, relentless, and ultimately magnificent process is afoot in your life. Others may not yet see the forward momentum. Even you may doubt it. But the shift is real and permanent. Trust the deep, inexorable push. Your soul is hauling whole landscapes into new configurations.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): In the Arctic, the sun shines for 24 hours a day during midsummer. There is no night, only the surreal glow of prolonged gold. The human body, confused by the unending day, may be confused about when to sleep. For some, this creates disorientation, and for others, a strange euphoria. In my astrological opinion, Leo, you have entered a metaphorical version of this solar dreamscape. Your creative powers are beaming like a relentless sun. There may be little darkness in sight. So how will you rest? How will you replenish under the glow of fervent possibility? Be wisely discerning with your energy. Don’t mistake illumination for invincibility. Bask in the light, yes, but protect your rhythms.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Now is an excellent time for you to swear sacred oaths. I suggest you get less comfortable with transitory arrangements and short-term promises. The near future will also be a ripe phase to make brave commitments that require you to go farther and deeper than you’ve dared to before. I recommend you forgo the cheap thrills of skipping along from one random moment to the next. Embrace a game plan. Finally, I urge you to cast magic spells on yourself that will release your unconscious

mind from old fixations that subtly drain your power to fulfill your dreams. Please, please, please surrender trivial obsessions that distract you from your life’s key goals.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In West African traditions, griots are key figures in their communities. They serve as storytellers, oral historians, poets, genealogists, and advisors. Their presence is often central to events like weddings, funer als, and ceremonies. In the coming weeks, Libra, I hope that you will embrace a role that resembles the griot. Your ability to enhance and nurture your network is at a peak. You have extra power to weave together threads that have become frayed or unraveled. Given your potential potency as a social glue, I advise you to avoid gossip and instead favor wise, kind words that foster connection.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The phrase “elegant sufficiency” is an old English expression meaning “just enough” or “a sufficient amount in a refined or tasteful way.” I am expanding it to also mean “the simplest solution that solves a problem completely without unnecessary complexity.” It’s your power phrase, Scorpio. What you need is not intricate perfection, but elegant sufficiency: enoughness. I suggest you welcome this gift with enthusiasm not in a resigned way, but with a quiet triumph. Maybe your plan doesn’t need more bullet points. Maybe the relationship doesn’t require further analysis. Maybe your offering is already thorough. Allow yourself the sweet satisfaction of having just the right amount. What you have created may be more organically whole than you realize.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): How do you become a maestro of desire? What must you do to honor your beautiful yearnings and cull your mediocre ones? What’s the magic that will help you fulfill your life’s purpose by trusting your deepest cravings? Here are some tips. First, jettison your ines sential desires and cherish the precious yearnings that are crucial. Second, dispose of outmoded goals so you can make expansive space for robust goals that steer you away from the past and guide you toward the future. These are challenging tasks! The very good news is that the coming weeks can be a turning point in your quest to claim this birthright.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I’m writing a fairy tale about an ancient land whose queen regards poetry as essential to the public good. She often invites poets to perform for her and her court. When they finish a stirring passage, they bow to the queen or other observers, but to the silence they mined to access their inspiration; to the pregnant chaos from which the poem was born. The pause is a gesture of gratitude and acknowledgment. I invite you to partake in similar acts of appreciation, Capricorn. Bow toward the mysteries from which your blessings flow. Honor the quiet sources that keep you fertile. Praise the treasures in the dark that fuel your intense activities.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When I advise you to “get naked,” I’m not necessarily suggesting that you doff your clothes. What I primarily mean is the following: Shed the armor around your heart; strip off your defense mechanisms; discard the knee pads you wear while kissing butt or paying excessive homage; recycle shoes, jackets, pants, and opinions that don’t fit you; and discard pride-spawned obstacles that impede your communions with those you love.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): The Finnish word sisu describes a radical, unglamorous persistence. Those who possess sisu summon extraordinary determination, tenacity, and resil ience in the face of confusion or difficulty. It’s not about bravado or flair, but about soulful gutsiness. I suspect it’s time for you to draw on your sisu, Pisces. It will empower you to tap into reserves of strength that have previously been unavailable. You will activate potentials that have been half-dormant.

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CAMPUS DINING Is responsible for the daily operation of the Arbor store. The Arbor operates 7 days/week with an annual budget of $2.8M and a staff of 80‑90 part time student employees. Primary responsibilities include Training and Supervision, Purchasing and Inventory Management, Financial Duties and Safety and Sanitation. Reqs: High School Diploma and/or equivalent education/ certification experience/ training. Excellent communication and customer service skills including ability to actively listen and effectively convey information, policy and procedures both orally and in high volume operation with continuous personnel actions. Ability to effectively work with other managers and full time staff as a team. Ability to utilize computers, learn new software and to work with Word. Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience. Notes: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Satisfactory

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$55,400 ‑$57,000/yr. Full Salary Range:

$55,400 ‑$60,000/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 #79710

ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER

CAMPUS DINING

Helps in the coordination of administrative services for a dining common with 45 career staff and 120‑170 student staff who prepare and serve meals for up to 1,900 customers daily and has an annual budget of up to $3 million. Duties include hiring, payroll and benefit transactions for student staff, running CBord Menu Management System reports, using the Timekeeping System to schedule student staff and troubleshoot payroll problems and assisting with the training of student office assistants. Maintains a working knowledge of any systems used at the lobby for service and customer entry, reporting any issues that need additional attention to the management team. Serves as a backup in the absence of the Office Manager. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years experience working in an office environment and knowledge in using Word and Excel. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Satisfactory criminal history background check. Work hours/days may vary. Hiring/ Budgeted Hourly Range: $25.38/hr ‑ $29.47/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 #79941

CATERING SALES MANAGER

Responsible for the catering sales and administrative management of The Club & Guest House catering services. Serves as the departmental liaison, assisting clients with planning catered events, assisting with menu selection, and arranging for rental equipment, linens and event decor. Works with The Club Scheduling on room logistics for in‑house events. The organizational duties of the position pertain to processing catering orders, keeping accurate records of events, distributing catering orders in weekly BEO meetings, updating posted orders as necessary, and communicating all changes to necessary staff. Bills clients and works with the Club’s Business Office ensuring all events for month‑end are billed. Manages on site catered events when needed. The Financial responsibilities of this

position relate to the monitoring and recording of monthly sales for budget purposes. Reqs: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years experience working in an office environment and knowledge in using Word, Excel, and Google Workspace (Sheets, Forms, etc) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent customer service skills. Interpersonal and work leadership skills. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse. Mandated reporting requirement of Dependent Adult Abuse. UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Budgeted Pay Rate/Range: $29.35 to $32.91/hour. Posting Hourly Range: $29.35 to $34.46/year. 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 #80052

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST‑ STAFF AND FACULTY SERVICES

HUMAN RESOURCES

Provides the UCSB campus community with mental health and support services for faculty, staff and adult family members who are covered by UC insurance in the form of brief counseling and referral assistance, consultation services for managers and supervisors concerning workplace concerns/ problems, crisis interventions, violence prevention and threat assessment, as well as psychological well‑being and workplace wellness programming. They also provide consultation that is primarily delivered to managers and supervisors regarding employees of concern and problematic departmental dynamics; counseling that is delivered in a short‑term model with referrals to campus and community resources being an important component of therapeutic interventions; violence prevention & mitigation services that includes conducting training for faculty and staff regarding how to recognize and refer individuals of concern to appropriate services; and, develop and deliver wellness programming in conjunction with supervisor. Provides direct supervision to a part‑time practicum trainee. Reqs: PhD or PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology. Current, valid license in California as a psychologist. Out‑of‑state licensed psychologists have 180 days to complete licensure requirements in the State of California. Incumbent uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues. 4‑6 years Experience in conducting evidence‑based assessment, crisis intervention, and short‑term counseling with adults. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. 4‑6 years Experience developing and delivering psychoeducational workshops. 4‑6 years Experience providing clinical services to diverse populations. Notes: Maintains

confidentiality and upholds the highest ethical and legal standards in all relevant aspects of ASAP work and related program activities. Credential verification for clinical practitioner. Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Budgeted Salary Range: $90,872 to $125,515/yr. Full Salary Range: $90,872.02‑ 153,905.39/ 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 status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 79928

COOK CAMPUS DINING

Performs culinary duties such as preparing soups and casseroles, grilling, roasting or barbecuing foods, working a sauté station, and preparing and assembling made‑to‑order entrees serving up to 1,500 meals per shift. Ensures that assigned responsibilities are accomplished and that high standards of food quality, service, sanitation and safety are met at all times. Assists with student training, food production and sanitation. Req: High School or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years Culinary experience in a high‑volume culinary environment. Knowledge of and experience with culinary techniques, including but not inclusive of sauteing, grilling, frying, steaming, preparing sauces and stocks. Equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Satisfactory criminal history background check. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/days may vary. Pay Rate/Range: $25.00 /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 #79281

COOK

CAMPUS DINING

and experience. Notes: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/days may vary. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Hourly Range: $25/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 #79889

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

ASSOCIATED STUDENTS

The Financial Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the day‑to‑day financial operations of Associated Students (A.S.) at UCSB. Responsible for processing payments, purchase orders, encumbrances, and account adjustments across all A.S. accounts using the university’s fund accounting system. Serves as the primary requisitioner and receiver for A.S. departments and business units, determining appropriate procurement methods and managing transactions through UCSB’s Procurement Gateway and FlexCard systems. Tracks vendor blankets and funding availability, ensures proper authorization and documentation of purchases, and maintains compliance with University and departmental policies. Supports a wide range of business functions, including billing, revenue tracking, credit card reconciliation, financial reporting, and income processing from student fees, ticket sales, retail operations, and service fees. Assists with the reconciliation and deposit

of funds, and serves as a backup to the A.S. Cashiers and Ticket Office Manager, preparing daily deposits, performing cash audits, and maintaining change funds. Oversees and trains Financial Operations student staff, reviews their work for accuracy, and steps in to perform data entry when needed to maintain continuity of service. Maintains and updates the A.S. Accounting Procedures Manual, supports internal audits and financial reviews, and serves as a liaison with vendors, campus departments, and external partners. Ensures that financial records are audit‑ready, well‑documented, and aligned with current compliance standards. Reqs: Associate’s Degree; financial and record keeping experience; experience as an A/R Clerk, assistant, or closely related role; experience in accounting systems; experience in all faucets of bookkeeping; previous keyboarding experience utilizing a keyboard to enter, retrieve and manipulate data; experience effectively identifying and addressing problems; strong financial analysis skills including strong knowledge of policies pertaining to different funding types, expenditure allowability, and reporting techniques and requirements. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. The budgeted hourly range is $29.35 to $31.18/hr. Full hourly range: $29.35 to $42.06/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 79573

PAINTER

RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS

Responsible for performing skilled painting tasks for University owned Residential Halls/Housing and its related buildings at on and off campus locations as outlined below, and may be assigned other duties (including those in other craft areas) to accomplish the operational needs of the department. In compliance with HDAE goals and objectives, affirms and implements the department Educational Equity Plan comprised of short and long term objectives that reflect a systematic approach to preparing both students and staff for a success in a multi‑cultural society. Work in an environment, which is ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic. Works effectively in a team environment. Reqs: 4+ years demonstrated work in the painter trade, showing multiple skills within the paint trade. Similar type apartment paintwork experience as well as paint applications to wood and stucco buildings. Knowledge and ability to perform interior and exterior wall repairs to various wall types such as drywall, wire lath, and plaster and stucco. Ability to safely erect, work on, and or operate scaffolding, high ladders, various lifts, power washers, airless and HVLP spray systems, and air compressors. Ability to meet critical timelines and work independently or in teams. Must have effective communication skills. Ability to interact as a team member with sensitivity towards a multicultural work environment. Ability to install and repair wall coverings, ceramic wall and floor tile. Ability to communicate and work well with others. Notes: May be required to work schedules other than 7:30AM ‑ 4:30PM Monday ‑

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STUDENT MACHINE SHOP MANAGER (50% FTE)

PHYSICS DEPARTMENT

Responsible for management of the Student Machine Shop, which requires journeyman level engineering/ machining experience to instruct and supervise students, post‑docs and other shop users on student machine equipment and tools to provide students with the experience required to design and fabricate complex experimental equipment for research labs. Serves as instructor of record for formal classes on machine shop techniques including development of individual class projects. Develops, teaches, and ensures a high degree of safety protocol in the student shop. Responsible for management of the student shop budget and inventory; responsible for maintenance of student shop equipment. Reqs: 1‑3 years of experience in the construction, fabrication, assembly, and testing of equipment. 1‑3 years of experience utilizing Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check The full‑time equivalent (FTE) salary range at 100% is $77,000 to 139,200/ yr, and the FTE 100% budgeted range is $77,000 to $86,496/yr. (@ 50% time the full range is $38,500 to $69,600/ yr. and the budgeted range is $38,500 to $43,248/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 status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 79939.

ADMINISTER OF ESTATE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: CHRISTOPHER M. KUNZE

CASE No.: 25PR00386

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: CHRISTOPHER M. KUNZE

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: CLAUDIA L. KUNZE in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION requests that (name): CLAUDIA L. KUNZE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/23/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93121. SANTA BARBARA‑ANACAPA DIVISION.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 9/09/2025

AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SM 2 SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT

SANTA MARIA BRANCH 312‑C East Cook Street, Maria, CA 93454‑5162.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 7/24/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Joanna Miller, 902 Olive Street, Apt C ,Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑618‑8635

Published: Jul 31. Aug 7, 14 2025. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHARLES G. EDWARDS, JR. CASE No.: 25PR00397

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: CHARLES G. EDWARDS, JR.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: KENNETH EDWARDS in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara‑South County

THE PETITION requests that (name): KENNETH EDWARDS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 8/1/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Eric J. Harris, Esq. 25500 Hawthorne Boulevard, Suite 1060 Torrance, CA 90505; 310‑986‑3118 Published: Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VALLEY GRILL MOBILE SERVICES, LLC: 414 South J Street Lompoc, CA 93436; Valley Grill Mobile Services, 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 May 12, 2025. Filed by: DONALD L. FLETCHER/ OWNER/OPERATOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 17, 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: 2025‑0001441. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001483

The following person(s) is doing business as: CHEF DARI, 1006 E COTA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103, County of SANTA BARBARA. APRIL PRICE, 1006 E COTA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103

This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE /s/ APRIL PRICE

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025.

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YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 7/25/2025 by Nicole Barnard, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Jeremy D. Stone, PRICE POSTEL & PARMA LLP; 2173 200 E. Carrillo St. Ste. 400,Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑962‑0011

Published: Jul 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: MICHAEL STEPHEN MILLER, JR CASE No.: 25PR00384

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MICHAEL

STEPHEN MILLER, Jr. aka MICHAEL

STEPHEN MILLER aka MIKE MILLER

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: JOANNA MILLER in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION requests that (name): JOANNA MILLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/02/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA , COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA‑SOUTH COUNTY

ANACAPA DIVISION Judge: Colleen K. Sterne 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.

transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable /s/ BK Rai, President

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944263# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001462

The following person(s) is doing business as: SANTA MARIA VOLLEYBALL CLUB, 608 PIERCE DR., SANTA MARIA, CA 93454, County of SANTA BARBARA.

SANTA MARIA VOLLEYBALL CLUB LLC, 608 PIERCE DR. SANTA MARIA, CA 93454; CALIFORNIA

This business is conducted by

LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE /s/ LUJE KNOWLSON, MANAGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/20/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944709# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001484

The following person(s) is doing business as: CLUB AMORE WEDDINGS, 1120 CUESTA ST, SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460, County of SANTA BARBARA.

ARTISA AGENCY LLC, 1120 CUESTA ST, SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460

This business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE /s/ JILL ROSS, MANAGING MEMBER

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944704# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001482

The following person(s) is doing business as: La Bodegita 320 N Russell Ave Santa Maria, CA 93458, County of Santa Barbara.

Lorena Garcia Rojas, 951 E Fesler St, Santa Maria, CA 93454

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable /s/ Lorena Garcia Rojas, Owner

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944259# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001480

The following person(s) is doing business as:

Youth Cricket Development Board, 3780 Brenner Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, County of Santa Barbara.

Youth Cricket Development Organization Inc., 3780 Brenner Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105; California

This business is conducted by A Corporation.

The registrant commenced to

VALLEY, MONTECITO VALLEY REAL ESTATE: 1250 Coast Village Rd, Suite A Santa Barbara, CA 93108; Village Properties, 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 Jun 2, 2025. Filed by: RENEE GRUBB/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 8, 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: 2025‑0001600. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SHINME, INC., THE GARDEN OF.....: 2810 Ontiveros Road Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Shinme, Inc. PO Box 492 Los Olivos, CA 93441 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 15, 2024. Filed by: DEBORAH C TAKIKAWA/VICE PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 8, 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: 2025‑0001551. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FAR WEST LEAVITT INSURANCE SERVICES: 650 North Main Street Lakeport, CA 95453; Lincoln‑Leavitt Insurance Agency, Inc. PO Box 130 Cedar City, UT 84721 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: KEVIN P. GRADY/ SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 2, 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: 2025‑0001580. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25 CNS‑3944708# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TOWERS OF LIGHT: 1726 Calle Boca Del Canon Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Misa Art (same address) This business is conducted by A Indvidual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 8, 2025. Filed by: MISA ART/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 8, 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: 2025‑0001598. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOT LUCKY LABS: 836 Anacapa St, Unit 324 Santa Barbara, CA 93102; Got Lucky Laboratories (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 May 12, 2025. Filed by: JAMES CHAVEZ/COO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001495. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MONTECITO VALLEY ESTATE GROUP, MONTECITO

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FINCA TAX ADVISORY: 303 Loma Alta Dr., 5 Santa Barbara, CA 93109; Rene Estrada (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 18, 2025. Filed by: RENE ESTRADA/PRINCIPAL with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 9, 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: 2025‑0001610. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FORONJY FINANCIAL: 401 Chapala St, suite 105 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Foronjy Financial LLC PO Box 6177 Los Osos, CA 93412 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Oct 1, 2024. Filed by: BRYAN CHARLES FORONJY/ MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 18, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the

LEGALS (CONT.)

2, 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001582. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s)

is/are doing business as: CALIFORNIA

CRISPIES: 27 West Anapamu Street, Unit 385 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Erin M Davies (same address) This business is conducted by A (individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 13, 2025. Filed by: ERIN DAVIES/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 13, 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001424. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LITTLE CASTLE PRESS: 128 W. Ortega St, #5 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Kristen M Johansen (same address) This business is conducted by A (individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 1, 2025. Filed by: KRISTEN JOHANSEN with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 9, 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: 2025‑0001609. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001534

The following person(s) is doing business as: Villa Serena Apartments 323 W Lolita Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458, County of Santa Barbara. 323 Lolita Lane LLC, 20720 Ventura Blvd., Suite 300, Woodland Hills, CA 91364; CA 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 Apr 16, 2019 /s/ Steve Heimler, Manager This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/27/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3945258# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: UNMUTE VOICES OF THE PEOPLE: 27 Anapamu Street, Suite 379 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Unmute Voices of The People (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 20, 2025. Filed by: KATHLEEN MARCOVE/ FOUNDING CREATOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 9, 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: 2025‑0001613. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SCHOTT STUDIO: 3503 La Entrada Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Emma L Schott (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 1, 2025. Filed by: EMMA SCHOTT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 11, 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: 2025‑0001401. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MICHELLI WEIGHING AND MEASUREMENT: 275 Orange Ave, #A Goleta, CA 93117; G.T. Michelli Co., LLC 130 BrookHollow Esplanade Harahan, LA 70123 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 1, 2012. Filed by: JOEL MCMULLEN/ MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 11, 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: 2025‑0001649. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AIYANA: 2201 Banner Avenue, #B Summerland, CA 93067; Robin F Baron P.O. Box 1332 Summerland, CA 93067 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 3, 2025. Filed by: ROBIN F BARON/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 9, 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: 2025‑0001377. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PURLUE PETALS: 3564 Sagunto Street, Suite 184 Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Bette L Toffelmier (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: BETTE L. TOFFELMIER/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 9, 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: 2025‑0001617. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA LOCAL SOCCER LEAGUE, SANTA BARBARA FUTSAL, SC GLADIATORS, EMBRACING WATER: 5717 Encina Rd, 203 Goleta, CA 93117; Dario Margheriti (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 26, 2025. Filed by: DARIO MARGHERITI/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001521. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GEORGE THE ROOTERMAN: 649 Camino Campana Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Robert K Porter (same address) Gail S Porter (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 Jan 1, 2010. Filed by: ROBERT K PORTER/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 11, 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 E49. FBN Number: 2025‑0001638. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001620

The following person(s) is doing business as: Central Heating & Sheet Metal, 413 Stansbury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455, County of Santa Barbara. Davie Enterprises LLC, 413

Stansbury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455; CA

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 Not Applicable /s/ Ashley D. Velazquez, Managing Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948807#

SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001619

The following person(s) is doing business as:

Hydramene, 530 Mills Way, Goleta, CA 93117, County of Santa Barbara. Hydramene LLC, 530 Mills Way, Goleta, CA 93117; CA

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 Not Applicable /s/ Justin Wehner, Managing Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948796# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MEXICRAVE: 316 N Milpas St Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Maria J Vences Rojas 1328 Punta Gorda St. Santa Barbara, CA 93103 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 15, 2025. Filed by: MARIA

JASSMINE VENCES ROJAS with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 15, 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001670. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001639

The following person(s) is doing business as: Poppy and Snow Embroidery, 713 Rincon Hill Rd, Carpinteria, CA 93013, County of Santa Barbara.

Sassafrass Apparel LLC, 7015 Vista Del Rincon Drive, Ventura, CA 93001; California

This business is conducted by a Limited Liablity Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Nov 28, 2024 /s/ Olivia Sheaffer, Managing Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/11/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948795#

SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001622

The following person(s) is doing business as: Santa Barbara Wine Events, 1095 Meadowvale Rd Suite D, Santa Ynez, CA 93460, County of Santa Barbara.

Eniw Wyne Events LLC, 140 W Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427; 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 May 01, 2022

/s/ Jesus Vidales, Member

This statement was filed with the

County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948781#

SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HANDICRAFTSB.COM: 4595

Atascadero Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Safety Matters Certified Training, LLC PO Box 1481 Goleta, CA 93116 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: JUSTIN HAAGEN/MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 14, 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: 2025‑0001663. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 5 STAR SIGNS & GRAPHICS: 74 Aero Camino, Unit A Goleta, CA 93117; 5 Star Auto Group 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 Jun 23, 2025. Filed by: SCOTT

ANDERSSON/PARTNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001552. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE S.B. READING COALITION: 1111 Chapala St, Ste 200 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Santa Barbara 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 N/A. Filed by: JAQUELINE CARRERA/PREIDENT & CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 14, 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: 2025‑0001667. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001634

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Century 21 Masters Luxury, 26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G&H, Murrieta, CA 92562 County of RIVERSIDE

Mailing Address: 26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G&H, Murrieta, CA 92562 Full Realty Services, Inc., 26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G&H, Murrieta, CA 92562

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. Full Realty Services, Inc. S/ Linda Thompson, Secretary

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3947415#

SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BIG BRAIN BIO CONSULTING: 92 Touran Lane Goleta, CA 93117; Jack R Reifert (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 13, 2025. Filed by: JACK REIFERT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 9, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph

LEGALS (CONT.)

Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number:

2025‑0001684. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PACIFIC EDGE LAW: 2932 Serena Road Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Jessica Schoendienst (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 25, 2025. Filed by: JESSICA SCHOENDIENST with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 22, 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: 2025‑0001730. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DEPENDABLE WINE TOURS AND TRANSPORTATION: 102 N. Hope Ave #3 Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Dependable Wine Tours And Transportation 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 N/A. Filed

by: JEFFREY ALVARADO/ PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E63. FBN Number: 2025‑0001755. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RESILIENT COMMUNITIES NETWORK: 695 Camino Campana Santa Barabara, CA 93111; Interplay (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to

NOTICE OF PUBLIC

HEARING CITY COUNCIL

Hybrid Public Hearing – In Person and via Zoom

August 19, 2025, at 5:30 P.M.

Goleta Business Park General Plan Amendment Initiation Case No. 24-0006-GPA 421, 425, & 445 Pine Avenue APN 071-130-048

ATTENTION: The meeting will be held in person and via the Zoom platform. The public may also view the meeting on Goleta Channel 19 and/or online at https://cityofgoleta.org/goletameetings

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Goleta City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider a request to initiate the processing of an applicant proposed General Plan Amendment (GPA) to change the Land Use designation of 421, 425, & 445 Pine Avenue also known as APN 071-130-048 from General Commercial (C-G) to Business Park (I-BP). The date, time, and location of the City Council public hearing are set forth below. The agenda for the hearing will also be posted on the City website (www.cityofgoleta.org).

HEARING DATE/TIME: Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 5:30 PM

LOCATION: Goleta City Hall, 130 Cremona Drive, Goleta, CA, 93117 and Teleconference Meeting; this meeting will be held in person and via Zoom (with detailed instructions for participation included on the posted agenda)

PROJECT LOCATION: The property is located at 421, 425, & 445 Pine Avenue (APN 071-130-048) and is located in the Inland area of the City. The General Plan land use designation and zoning of the property is currently General Commercial (CG). This application was filed by Nicole Biergiel of Suzanne Elledge Planning and Permitting Services on behalf of Goleta Business Park LLC on November 19. 2024.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A General Plan Amendment (GPA) Initiation to consider a land use change from General Commercial (C-G) to Business Park (I-BP). If City Council initiates the GPA, the applicant could submit a formal application for a GPA and associated materials for City staff to further study the proposed GPA. No physical development is proposed and no modifications to the existing building are requested.

The City Council decision on the initiation of the GPA does not suggest how the City Council may ultimately act on the GPA when it is brought forward for City Council consideration. The initiation of the GPA does not influence the City Council’s consideration of the GPA.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.; “CEQA”) and CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 15000, et seq.). Specifically, the project is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) (No possibility of a significant effect) and 15060(c)(2) (No direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment).

PUBLIC COMMENT: Interested people are encouraged to provide public comments during the public hearing in person or virtually through the Zoom webinar, by following the instructions listed on the City Council meeting agenda. Written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by e-mailing the City Clerk at CityClerkgroup@ cityofgoleta.org. Written comments will be distributed to Council and published on the City’s Meeting and Agenda page.

FOR PROJECT INFORMATION: For further information on the project, contact Associate Planner, Travis Lee, at (805) 562-5528 or tlee@cityofgoleta.org. Para consultas en español, comuníquese con Marcos Martinez al (805) 562-5500 o mmartinez@ cityofgoleta.org. Staff reports and documents will be posted approximately 72 hours before the hearing on the City’s website at www.cityofgoleta.org

Note: If you challenge the nature of the above action in court, you may be limited to only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City on or before the date of the hearing (Government Code Section 65009(b)(2)).

Note: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in the hearing, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 9617505. Notification at least 72 hours prior to the hearing will enable City staff to make reasonable arrangements.

transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: BRADFORD SMITH/

PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 11, 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: 2025‑0001650. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: NERVIO: 401 Chapala St, Suite 102 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Nervio Pain Institute 612 Anacapa St, Apt A Santa Barbara, CA 93101 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 1, 2025. Filed by: NICHOLAS PETERSON/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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: 2025‑0001766. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001556

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

Chaine Montecito, 3876 Nathan Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

County of SANTA BARBARA

Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs ‑ Montecito Bailliage, a California Non‑Profit Corporation, 3876 Nathan Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

This business is conducted by a Corporation

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/19/2025. Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs ‑ Montecito Bailliage, a California Non‑Profit Corporation

S/ Marlene Klamt, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/01/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/25

CNS‑3949194#

SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SFR JALMA: 4120 Jalama RoadLompoc, CA 93436; Stoll Family Ranch (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 1, 2025. Filed by: CATHERINE STOLL/OWNER/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County

on JuL 17, 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: 2025‑0001695. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ANGUYOB, ANGUYOB HEALING ARTS, FIRE MOON MEDICINES: 53 Valdez Ave Goleta, CA 93117; Katrina Irene B. Dela Cruz (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 16, 2025. Filed by: KATRINA DELA CRUZ/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 23, 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: 2025‑0001472. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EXPRESS HOME DRYWALL: 5237 Parejo Drive Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Devn K Garibay (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 22, 2025. Filed by: DEVIN GARIBAY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001778. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: I HEART CREATIVE LLC, I HEART MY GROOM: 361 Northgate Dr, Apt C Goleta, CA 93117; I Heart Creative 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 May 21, 2010. Filed by: MADISON HUNTER/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001426. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SA FUHRING ELECTRIC: 4282 Macon Ct Santa Maria, CA 93455; SAF Contracting P.O. Bo 2303 Santa Maria, CA 93457 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant

commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 29, 2025. Filed by: STEPHEN FUHRING/ PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 167, 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 E49. FBN Number: 2025‑0001691. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LP BUILDS: 104 Los Aguajes Avenue, 12 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Layton P Reneer (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 9, 2025. Filed by: LAYTON P RENEER/GENERAL CONTRACTOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 14, 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: 2025‑0001669. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CARPET CLEANING EXPRESS, EXPRESS CLEANING, MITZI PARTY RENTAL: 4326 Calle Real, Spc 47 Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Roberto Ojendis (same address) Rocely Hernandez (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: ROBERTO OJENDIS with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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: 2025‑0001628. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOLETA MYOWORKS: 5622 Hollister Ave, Building A Unit 121 Goleta, CA 93117; Tatiana Mustafa (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 16, 2025. Filed by: TATIANA MUSTAFA with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 22, 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: 2025‑0001734. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CHANNEL WEALTH: 3760 State St, Ste 201 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Channel Wealth 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 Jul 18, 2019. Filed by: BRETT WEICHBROD/MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 15, 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: 2025‑0001673. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ALVARADO’S DRAIN SOLUTIONS: 4756 Ttian St Santa Maria, CA 93455; Cesar Alvarado (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: CESAR ALVARADO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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: 2025‑0001760. Published: July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21

2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OPEN GATE INTERFAITH CENTER: 430 Alisal Road #318 Solvang, CA 93464; Linda L. Palmer (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 1, 2025. Filed by: LINDA L. PALMER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Aug 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: 2025‑0001834. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN2025‑0001742 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. HILLVIEW FARM, 2. HILLVIEW FARMS, 3. SANTA YNEZ N.V. HILLVIEW FARM, 4. SANTA YNEZ N.V. HILLVIEW FARMS, 2445 ALAMO PINTADO AVE, SUITE 203, LOS OLIVOS, CA 93441 County of SANTA BARBARA SANTA YNEZ, N.V., 16255 VENTURA BLVD., SUITE 600, ENCINO, CA 91436; State of Inc./Org./Reg.: NETHERLANDS ANTILLES This business is conducted by a Corporation The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/31/1979. SANTA YNEZ, N.V. S/ ANTHONY A. LEWINTER, CEO, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/22/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/25 CNS‑3946138# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CB PROJECTS: 440 La Lata Pl. Buellton, CA 93427; Chloe Alysse 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 Jun 16, 2025. Filed by: CHLOE DICKSON/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 8, 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: 2025‑0001602. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: IMPACT4ED: 123 Bath Street, A6 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Sally A Kingston (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 1, 2025. Filed by: SALLY KINGSTON/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001804. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

LEGALS (CONT.)

FACTORY: 2275 Ortega Hill Rd. #B Summerland, CA 93067; Wardrobe Collective Corp 387 Barry Dr. Ventura, CA 93001 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:

SUSANA MARIN/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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: 2025‑0001808.

Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: SHANE WILDE: 1023 N San Marcos Rd Santa Barbara CA 93111; Shane Wilde Publishing 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 Jul 11, 2025. Filed by: NESHA

PATTISON/MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 11, 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: 2025‑0001749. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: STATE ST BARBERS: 3118 State St Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Fernando Cobian (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 21, 2025. Filed by: FERNANDO COBIAN/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 21, 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001718. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

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

PLUMBING: 749 Firenze Pl., B Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Joshua T Fish (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 23, 2025. Filed by: JOSHUA

FISH/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 28, 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: 2025‑0001789. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

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

ANIMALZ: 1460 W Highway 154 Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Amber Sexton (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 31, 2025. Filed by: AMBER

SEXTON with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 31, 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 E4. FBN Number: 2025‑0001821. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CG INSIGHT GROUP, LLC: 1925 Robbins Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; CG Insight Group, 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 Aug 28, 2024. Filed by: CHELSEA WANN/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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: 2025‑0001756. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s)

Victor Cardenas

is/are doing business as: TELEDYNE FLIR SOLUTIONS U.S.: 6769 Hollister Ave Goleta, CA 93117; Teledyne Flir Commercial Systems, 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 N/A. Filed by:

MELANIE S. CIBIK/SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Aug 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: 2025‑0001837. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OSCAR’S SPARKLING POOLS: 112 Saint Ives Place Goleta, CA 93117; Stefanie G. Salinas (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:

STEFANIE SALINAS with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001768. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WALKING WITHIN, WALKING WITHIN COACHING & BODYWORK, WALKING WITHIN COACHING, WALKING WITHIN BODYWORK, WALKING WITHIN MASSAGE, WORKING WITHIN: 7263 Georgetown Rd Goleta, CA 93117; Amorette Rk Getty (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 1, 2025. Filed by: AMORETTE GETTY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 17, 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: 2025‑0001696. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THELIA GROUP: 590 E Gutierrez St Suite B Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Thelia Usa Inc (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 7, 2021. Filed by: ROMAN DOUSSINEAU/VICE PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Aug 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 E66. FBN Number: 2025‑0001841. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SESSER CONSTRUCTION: 651 San Ramon Drive Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Sesser 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 N/A. Filed by: JONATHAN SESSER/CEO/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001805. Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

LIEN SALE

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: 10 S. Kellogg, Goleta, CA 93117. August 19, 2025, at 3:30pm.

Martin Rodriguez

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.

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. 08/19/2025 at 3:30 PM

Steven Fuhrer

Martin Spargur Terry Wilcox

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.

NAME CHANGE

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: HEATHER MEGAN WEINTRAUB CASE NUMBER: 25CV03927 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: HEATHER MEGAN

WEINTRAUB 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: HEATHER MEGAN

WEINTRAUB

PROPOSED NAME: HEATHER MEGAN

MEEHAN

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing August 25, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 5, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/08/2025, JUDGE Colleen K. Sterne of the Superior Court. Published July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: SHAREESE LEOLA HARDEMAN CASE NUMBER: 25CV00555 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: SHAREESE LEOLA

HARDEMAN 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: SHAREESE LEOLA HARDEMAN

PROPOSED NAME: TRUTH JOHNSON

petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing September 5, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/10/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: KATHRYN ELIZABETH HAHKA

CASE NUMBER: 25CV04054 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: KATHRYN ELIZABETH

HAHKA 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: KATHRYN

ELIZABETH HAHKA

PROPOSED NAME: KATHRYN

ELIZABETH HAPAZ

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 September 12, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/16/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CESAR PLASCENCIA ZUNIGA

CASE NUMBER: 25CV04056

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: CESAR PLASCENCIA

ZUNIGA 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: CESAR PLASCENCIA

ZUNIGA

PROPOSED NAME: CESAR HAPAZ

Notice of Hearing September 10, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 3, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 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 07/16/2025, JUDGE Thomas P. Anderle of the Superior Court. Published July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

In the Board of Supervisors’ Hearing Room Fourth Floor 105 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA

The meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, the Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to consider adoption of an ordinance to amend Chapter 50 – Licensing of Cannabis Operations to reduce both the Carpinteria Agricultural Overlay (186 acres) and the Unincorporated area outside of the Carpinteria Overlay (1,575 acres) cultivation acreage caps. Reductions to the acreage cap will include all issued, approved and submitted cultivation acres using the current definition in County Code Chapter 50 which excludes processing. The proposed new acreage cap for the Carpinteria Agricultural Overlay is 134 acres and 1,431 acres for the Unincorporated area outside of the Carpinteria Overlay.

For additional information, please contact Carmela Beck, Cannabis Program Manager at: Email: cbeck@countyofsb.org | 805-705-3237

For current methods of public participation for the meeting of August 19, 2025, please see page two (2) of the posted Agenda. The posted agenda will be available on Thursday prior to the above referenced meeting for 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 is available on the Thursday prior to the meeting at http://santabarbara.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx under the hearing date or contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240 for alternative options.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by 4:00 PM on Friday before the Board meeting. For information about these services please contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240.

If you challenge this 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 prior to the public hearing. G.C. Section 65009, 6066, and 6062a.

Mona Miyasato CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

By: Sheila de la Guerra, Deputy Clerk

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Tuesday, August 26, 2025

In the Board of Supervisors’ Hearing Room 511 E. Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria, CA 93455

The meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 26, 2025, the County of Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of the Sidewalk Vending Ordinance to implement regulations regarding sidewalk vending countywide.

The proposed ordinance requires that prior to sidewalk vending, individuals must obtain a seller’s permit, a business license, and, if the vendor will be selling food, a health permit. To ensure public safety, the proposed ordinance specifies that sidewalk vending is only allowed on paved public sidewalks and paths that are designed and intended for pedestrian travel. The proposed ordinance also addresses allowable vending equipment, locations, hours of operation, prohibited sales, and sanitation requirements. Under the proposed ordinance, the County may issue administrative warnings and fines for violations; impound food, goods, and vending equipment; and, dispose of impounded food, goods, or vending equipment that cannot be safely stored by the County or that are perishable.

For current methods of public participation for the meeting of August 26, 2025, please see page two (2) of the posted Agenda. The posted agenda will be available on Thursday prior to the above referenced meeting for a more specific time for this item. However, the order of the agenda may be rearranged, or the item may be continued.

Mona Miyasato CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

By: Sheila de la Guerra, Deputy Clerk

LEGALS (CONT.)

NAME: HANSEN MICHAL CHANG CASE

NUMBER: 25CV04366

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: HANSEN MICHAL

CHANG 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: HANSEN MICHAL

CHANG

PROPOSED NAME: HANSEN MICHAEL

CHANG

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 October 3, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa

ORDINANCE NO. 25-XX

Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/24/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: DERIN BRYANT STOCKTON CASE NUMBER: 25CV03730

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GOLETA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO ZONING MAP FROM OFFICE AND INSTITUTIONAL (I-OI) TO BUSINESS PARK (I-BP) AND ADOPTING THE NOTICE OF EXEMPTION ON A 3.56-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 6483, 6485, 6487, 6489 CALLE REAL KNOWN AS APN 077-160-055; CASE NO., 24-0007-ORD.

On August 19, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Goleta City Hall, 130 Cremona Drive, Goleta, California, the City Council of the City of Goleta (“City”) will consider the second reading and possible adoption of proposed Ordinance that would allow the site to be developed based on the underlying General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan and zoning designations of Business Park (I-BP).

If adopted, the Ordinance will be effective 31 days from the date of adoption. Any interested person may obtain a copy of the proposed ordinance at the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org or by calling City Hall at (805) 961-7505.

Deborah S. Lopez City Clerk

Publish: Santa Barbara Independent, Thursday, August 7, 2025

NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION/ACTION

Hybrid Public Meeting – Held in Person and via Zoom August 19, 2025 at 5:30 P.M.

Density Bonus Guidelines Council Review for Adoption

ATTENTION: The meeting will be held in person and via the Zoom platform. The public may also view the meeting on Goleta Channel 19 and/or online at www. cityofgoleta.org/meetings-agendas

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Goleta City Council will hold a meeting to review the Density Bonus Guidelines and consider it for adoption by resolution. The date, time, and location of the City Council public meeting are set forth below. The agenda for the meeting will also be posted on the City website (www. cityofgoleta.org).

MEETING DATE/TIME: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:30 P.M.

PLACE: Goleta City Hall, 130 Cremona Drive, Goleta, CA, 93117 and Teleconference Meeting; this meeting will be held in person and via Zoom (with detailed instructions for participation included on the posted agenda).

PROJECT LOCATION: The Density Bonus Guidelines would apply citywide, including all areas of the City within the Coastal Zone.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City Council will hear staff present the draft Density Bonus Guidelines and will consider the document for adoption by resolution.

PUBLIC COMMENT: Interested persons are encouraged to provide public comments during the public meeting in person or virtually through the Zoom webinar, by following the instructions listed on the City Council meeting agenda. Written comments may be submitted prior to the meeting by e-mailing the City Clerk at CityClerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org. Written comments will be distributed to Council and published on the City’s Meeting and Agenda page.

FOR PROJECT INFORMATION: For further information on the project or for inquiries in Spanish, contact Lucy Graham, Senior Housing Analyst, at (805) 961-7546 or LGraham@cityofgoleta.org. Staff reports and documents will be posted approximately 72 hours before the meeting on the City’s website at www. cityofgoleta.org

Note: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 961-7505. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable City staff to make reasonable arrangements.

Publish Date: Santa Barbara Independent, August 7, 2025

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: DERIN BRYANT

STOCKTON 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: ELLIOTT ISABELLE

TURCOTTE

PROPOSED NAME: MIKA ROSE

STOCKTON

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing August 8, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 06/25/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published July 31. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:BRINNA RITA PAGAN CASE NUMBER: 25CV04320 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER:BRINNA RITA PAGAN 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: BRIANNA RITA

PAGAN

PROPOSED NAME: BRIANNA RITA

CORREMONTE

Notice of Hearing September 24, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 3, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/26/2025, JUDGE Thomas P. Anderle of the Superior Court. Published Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BARCLAY BRANTINGHAM, DECEASED

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA

In re the matter of: Barclay Brantingham Revocable Trust

Dated January 14, 2016

Case No. 25PR00398

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the creditors and contingent creditors of the above‑named decedent, that all persons having claims against the decedent are required to file them with the Santa Barbara County Superior Court, located at 1100 Anacapa Street,

Santa Barbara, California 93101, and whose mailing address is P.O. Box 21107, Santa Barbara, California 93121‑1107, and deliver pursuant to Section 1215 of the California Probate Code a copy to Wendy Brantingham, as successor trustee of the trust dated January 14, 2016 wherein the decedent was the settlor, c/o Jeff Daugherty, Esq., Laborde & Daugherty, 924 Anacapa Street, Suite 1‑T, Santa Barbara, California 93101, within the later of four months after August 7, 2025 (the date of the first publication of notice to creditors) or, if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 60 days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you. A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with a return receipt requested.

Jeff Daugherty, Esq. Attorney for Wendy Brantingham Successor Trustee Laborde & Daugherty 924 Anacapa Street, Suite 1‑T Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Published: August 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 19, 2025, a public hearing as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), will be held with respect to a proposed plan of financing providing for the issuance by the California Municipal Finance Authority (the “Authority”) of exempt facility bonds for a qualified residential rental project pursuant to Section 142(a)(7) of the Code in one or more series issued from time to time, including bonds issued to refund such exempt facility bonds in one or more series from time to time, in an amount not to exceed $90,000,000 in aggregate principal amount (the “Bonds”). The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to: (1) finance or refinance the acquisition, construction, improvement and equipping of San Marcos Ranch, a multifamily rental housing project located at 125 South San Marcos Road, Santa Barbara, California; and (2) pay certain expenses incurred in connection with the issuance of the Bonds. The facilities are to be owned by San Marcos Ranch Associates, LP (the “Borrower”) or a partnership of which Pacific West Communities, Inc. (the “Developer”) or a related person to the Developer is the general partner. The Bonds and the obligation to pay principal of and interest thereon and any redemption premium with respect thereto do not constitute indebtedness or an obligation of the Authority, the State of California or any political subdivision thereof, within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory debt limitation, or a charge against the general credit or taxing powers of any of them. The Bonds shall be a limited obligation of the Authority, payable solely from certain revenues duly pledged therefor and generally representing amounts paid by the Borrower.

The hearing will commence at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, and will be held in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Administration Building, Board Hearing Room, Fourth Floor, 105 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, California. Interested persons wishing to express their views on the issuance of the Bonds or on the nature and location of the facilities proposed to be financed or refinanced may attend the public hearing or, prior to the time of the hearing, submit written comments.

Additional information concerning the above matter may be obtained from, and written comments should be addressed to, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Barbara, 105 East Anapamu Street, Fourth Floor, Room 407, Santa Barbara, California 93101.

Dated: August 7, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICES

Santa Barbara MTD Request for Proposals for Comprehensive Banking

The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD), a public transit operator, is seeking offers for public‑sector banking services. The bank shall support MTD’s daily financial activities from operating and payroll accounts. The bank must facilitate repetitive wire transfers, ACH transactions, automated balance reporting, online check information, and stop payment capabilities. Additionally, it must offer collateralization with overnight investment sweep options, check reconciliation services (including online check images), and provide monthly statements by the 10th. The bank should also offer solutions for credit card services, armored carrier deposits, and cash handling services for Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs). The Request for Proposals for Comprehensive Banking Services (RFP) package, with scope of services and submittal instructions, is available to interested parties starting Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The RFP will be available on MTD’s website, posted under “Active Procurements” at https://sbmtd.gov/ about/doing‑business/ or by request via email at purchasing@sbmtd.gov. Proposals will be accepted by email to purchasing@sbmtd.gov until Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM (local time). Any offers received after that time will be rejected.

SANTA BARBARA MTD Invitation for Bids for Gate Security with License Plate Reader (LPR) Camera, REBID

The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD), a public transit operator, is accepting bids for access control at its Goleta bus facility. The project includes the installation of a system that incorporates License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras for automated vehicle entry, an intercom system for visitor communication, and various other manual entry options, with remote access granting capabilities. The Invitation for Bids for Gate Security with License Plate Reader (LPR) Camera, Rebid (IFB) package, with statement of work and submittal instructions, is available to interested parties starting Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The IFB information will be available on MTD’s website, posted under “Active Procurements” at https://sbmtd.gov/about/ doing‑business/ or by request via email at purchasing@sbmtd.gov. A mandatory job walk is scheduled for Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the project site: 5353 Overpass Rd, Goleta, CA 93111. Sealed bids will be received at the administrative offices of Santa Barbara MTD, 550 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, until Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM (local time), when bids will be opened and read aloud. Any bid received after that time will be returned unopened.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 182500 Title No. 95531097‑55 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/17/2006. 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 08/27/2025 at 10:00 AM, Prime Recon LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/28/2006, as Instrument No. 2006‑0091927, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Santa Barbara County, State of California, executed by Charles M Henrotin, a widower WILL

SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, 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: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 077‑ 331‑007 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 6228 Muirfield Drive, Goleta, CA 93117 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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: $106,096.91 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 written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 7/24/25Prime Recon LLC Prime Recon LLC. may be attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. By: Devin Ormonde, Assistant Vice President Prime Recon LLC 27368 Via Industria, Ste 201 Temecula, CA 92590 (888) 725‑4142 FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: (844) 901‑0998 OR VIEW OUR WEBSITE: https://salesinformation.prime‑ recon.com 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

LEGALS (CONT.)

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 (800) 280‑2832 for information regarding the trustee” sale or visit this Internet Web site ‑ www.auction.com ‑ for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case:

TS#182500. 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: 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 (800) 280‑2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, or visit this internet website www.auction.com or auction.com/sbl079 for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case TS#182500 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. A‑ FN4848871 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

SUMMONS

SUMMONS IN THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT

COURT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA IN AND FOR CARSON CITY

CASE NO: 25 DR1 00266 1B

DEPT: 1 In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of: NOAH HOTCHKISS, DOB 09/15/2015, Minor Child.

TO: JOHN DOE, the Unknown Father of a minor child conceived with Alanys Hotchkiss between December 2014 and February 2015. THE STATE OF NEVADA SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE‑NAMED DEFENDANT: NOTICE! YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. THE COURT

name and address are shown below.

MAY DECIDE AGAINST YOU WITHOUT YOUR BEING HEARD UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN 21 DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW.

TO THE DEFENDANT: A civil Complaint has been filed by the plaintiff against you.

1. If you wish to defend this lawsuit, you must, within 21 days after this Summons is served on you, exclusive of the day of service, file with this Court a written pleading* in response to this Complaint.

2. Unless you respond, your default will be entered upon application of the plaintiff, and this Court may enter a judgment against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint**, which could result in the taking of money or property or the relief requested in the Complaint.

3. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your response may be filed on time.

4. You are required to serve your response upon plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is JENNIFER S. ANDERSON, ESQ. 415 W. SECOND STREET CARSON CITY, NV 89703 (775) 841‑5888 Date: July 8, 2025

William Sott Hoen, Clerk of the Court

By: C. Cooper, Deputy Clerk Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Jennifer S. Anderson, Esq, Nevada Bar No. 9498 415 W. Second Street Carson City, NV 89703 (775) 841‑5888 jsanderson4595@gmail.com ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONERS IN THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA IN AND FOR CARSON CITY

In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of NOAH HOTCHKISS, DOB 09/15/2015. Minor Child. CASE NO.: 25 DR100266 1B DEPT. NO.: 1

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR ORDER TERMINATING THE PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THE NATURAL MOTHER AND UNKNOWN FATHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Petitioners, Matt Hansinger and Pam Hansinger, by and through their attorney, Jennifer S. Anderson, Esq., having filed in this Court a PETITION FOR ORDER TERMINATING THE PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THE NATURAL MOTHER AND UNKNOWN FATHER, and a hearing has been set for Monday, the 29’ day of September, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.., in Department No. 1 at the Courthouse of the above‑entitled Court in Carson City, State of Nevada. All persons interested are notified to appear and show cause why said Petition should not be granted. Dated this 9 day of July, 2025. William Sott Hoen, Clerk of The Court, By Deputy Clerk; C. Cooper; Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

SUMMONS IN THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA IN AND FOR THE COUNT OF WASHOE STEVE ZEILLER, an individual; and LAURA LEE, an individual, Plaintiff(s),

v. SCOTT CORRIDAN, an individual;

S C D A SCOTT CORRIDAN DESIGN ASSOCIATES, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company; DOES I through X, inclusive, and ROE ENTITIES I through X, inclusive, Defendant(s) CASE NO.: CV25‑01319 Dept. No.:

D10

NOTICE! YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. THE COURT MAY DECIDE AGAINST YOU WITHOUT YOUR BEING HEARD UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN 21 DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW.

TO THE DEFENDANT: S C D A SCOTT CORRIDAN DESIGN ASSOCIATES, LLC

A civil complaint has been filed by the plaintiff against you for the relief set forth in the Complaint.

1. If you intend to defend this lawsuit, within 21 days’ after this Summons is served on you (not counting the day of service), you must: a. File with the Clerk of the Court, whose address is shown below, a formal written response to the Complaint in accordance with the rules of the Court with the appropriate filing fee. b. Serve a copy of your response upon the attorney(s) whose

through their Guardian ad Litem

2. Unless you respond, your default will be entered upon application of the plaintiff and this Court may enter a judgment against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint, which could result in the taking of money or property or other relief requested in the Complaint. 3. If you intend to seek an attorney’s advice, do it quickly so that your response can be Filed on time. Issued at the direction of /s/ Matthew S. McLaughlin

David M. Doto (11796) Matthew S. McLaughlin (16110) HUTCHISON & STEFFEN, PLLC; Peccole Professional Park 10080 W. Alta Dr., Ste, 200 Las Vegas, NV 89145 Attorneys for plaintiffs’ CLERK OF COURT, ALICIA

LERUD By: /s/ C. SULEZICH

(Signature) Date: 6/04/2025 Deputy Clerk Second Judicial District 44) Court Street Reno, Nevada 89501

Published: July 24. Aug 7, 14, 21 2025.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): TERI BAGGAO

TUASON; ESTERINA BAGGAO

TUASON; TERI BAGGAO TUASON and ESTERINA BAGGAO TUASON, Trustees of the TERI BAGGAO

TUASON 2000 TRUST dated September 22, 2000; ESTERINA PROPERTIES and DOES 1 through 100, Inclusive

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): ANAHI CORIA

JAIMES; TELMA PEREZ CARPIO; EVER GUEVARA CORIA by and through their Guardian ad Litem Anahi Coria Jaimes; JUAN E. GUEVARA CORIA by and through their Guardian ad Litem Anahi Coria Jaimes; EMILIANO JAVIER GUEVARA CORIA by and

Anahi Coria Jaimes

NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

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

A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center(www.courtinfo.ca. gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs

on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. !ADVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web

de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 o más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es):

VENTURA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 800 South Victoria Avenue , Ventura, CA93009; CASE NO: (Número del Caso): 2024CUBC029145

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección, y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante que no tiene abogado es): Jonathan Nielson (805) 639‑8600; 4015 Mission Oaks Blvd., Suite B, Camarillo CA 93012 DATE (Fecha): 11/22/2024. Clerk, by (Secretario) /s/ Mari Soto, Deputy (Adjunto) Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 22 2025.

AMENDMENT TO COMPLAINT

VENTURA SUPERIOR COURT FILED 07/01/2025 Muller SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA Limited Civil Case 12 800 SOUTH VICTORIA AVE. VENTURA, CA 93009’PLAINTIFF/PETITIONER ANAHI CORIA JAIMES, et al. DEFENDANT/ RESPONDENT TERI BAGGAO TUASON, et al. AMENDMENT TO COMPLAINT CASE NUMBER: 2024CUBCO29145

INCORRECT NAME (Requires order thereon) (c1 Plaintiff(s) having designated a defendant in the complaint by the incorrect name of TERI BAGGAO TUASON and ESTERINA BAGGAO TUASON, Trustees of the BAGGAO Tuason 2000 Having discovered the true name of the defendant to be TERI BAGGAO TUASON and ESTERINA BAGGAO TUASON, Trustees rn of the ERI BAGGAO UASON 2000 TRUS ate September 22, 2000 Plaintiff requests the complaint be amended by inserting such true name instead of such incorrect name wherever it appears in the complaint. Melinda Castro, ORDER Proper cause appearing, the above amendment to the complaint is allowed. Dated: 06/27/2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I am over the age of 18 years and not a party to this action. My business address is 4015 Mission Oaks Blvd., Suite B, Camarillo, CA 93012 On June 24, 2025, I served the foregoing document described as AMENDMENT TO COMPLAINT on the interested parties in this action as follows: Brian Noini 203059 Law Office of Brian Nomi 215 E. Daily Dr. #28 Camarillo CA 93010 briannomi@yarhoo.com Attorney for Teri Baggao Tuason XX BY EMAIL: I personally sent a true copy to the addressee’s email address: I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on June 24, 2025 at Camarillo, California. Melinda Castro Published: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 2025.

NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING Hybrid Public Meeting – Held in Person and via Zoom August 19, 2025 at 5:30 P.M. General Plan and Zoning Amendments to Satisfy State Law Requirements (Case Nos. 24-0003-GPA and 25-0001-ORD)

ATTENTION: The meeting will be held in person and via the Zoom platform. The public may also view the meeting on Goleta Channel 19 and/or online at www.cityofgoleta.org/meetings-agendas.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Goleta City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider amendments to the General Plan / Coastal Land Use Plan (General Plan) and Title 17 (Zoning) of the Goleta Municipal Code (GMC) to implement various requirements of State Law. The date, time, and location of the City Council public hearing are set forth below. The agenda for the hearing will also be posted on the City website (www.cityofgoleta.org).

HEARING DATE/TIME: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:30 P.M.

PLACE: Goleta City Hall, Cremona Drive, Goleta, CA, 93117 and Teleconference Meeting; this meeting will be held in person and via Zoom (with detailed instructions for participation included on the posted agenda).

PROJECT LOCATION: The amendments would apply citywide, including all areas of the City within the Coastal Zone.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Amendments to the General Plan are proposed pursuant to requirements of California Government Code Sections 65302(g)(2)–(5), 65302(h), 65302.15, and 65565.5. These requirements focus on the Safety Element, Open Space Element, and environmental justice (EJ). New Safety Element requirements include consideration of new information and policies related to (1) flood, (2) fire, (3) climate change hazards, and (4) emergency preparedness including evacuation routes. New Open Space Element requirements include policies that address (1) access to open space for all residents in a manner that considers social, economic, and racial equity, (2) climate resilience and other co-benefits of open space, and (3) rewilding opportunities. EJ goals, policies, and objectives are also proposed, integrated throughout the General Plan to (1) reduce the unique or compounded health risks in disadvantaged communities by means that include, but are not limited to, the reduction of pollution exposure, including the improvement of air quality, the promotion of public facilities, food access, safe and sanitary homes, and physical activity; (2) promote civic engagement in the public decision-making process; and (3) prioritize improvements and programs that address the needs of disadvantaged communities.

Companion amendments are also proposed to Title 17 of the GMC to implement the proposed General Plan amendments.

PREVIOUS HEARING: The City’s Planning Commission considered the proposed amendments at a recommendation hearing on June 9, 2025.

Environmental Review: The amendments are exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (California Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et seq.) pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines (Title 14, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378(a) but it is an organizational or administrative activity by government that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5). The amendments are also exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because the activity is covered by the general rule which exempts activities that can be seen with certainty to have no possibility for causing a significant effect on the environment.

PUBLIC COMMENT: Interested persons are encouraged to provide public comments during the public hearing in person or virtually through the Zoom webinar, by following the instructions listed on the City Council meeting agenda. All letters/comments should be sent to cityclerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org. Letters must be received on or before the date of the hearing or can be submitted at the hearing prior to the conclusion of the public comment portion of the public hearing.

FOR PROJECT INFORMATION: For further information on the project, contact Andy Newkirk, Supervising Planner, at (805) 961-7544 or anewkirk@cityofgoleta.org. For inquiries in Spanish, please contact Marcos Martinez at (805) 562-5500 or mmartinez@cityofgoleta.org. Staff reports and documents will be posted approximately 72 hours before the hearing on the City’s website at www.cityofgoleta.org

SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION: Live Spanish interpretation will be available. No advance request for Spanish interpretation services is required.

Note: If you challenge the nature of the above action in court, you may be limited to only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City at or before the public hearing (Government Code Section 65009(b)(2)).

Note: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in the hearing, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 961-7505. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the hearing will enable City staff to make reasonable arrangements. Publish Date: Santa Barbara Independent, August 7, 2025