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Buellton murals reminiscent of 1940s travel posters Local parks featured in artwork gracing wall of the Postal Annex building By Raiza Giorgi
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very day on her way home from work, Liz Poulin Alvarez would look at the blank wall of the Postal Annex building in Buellton and think to herself it would be a great mural space. Alvarez lives in Solvang and has been the fine arts teacher at Lompoc High School for the past six years. “I got the nerve to present it to the Buellton Arts and Culture Committee, which I also currently serve on, and when it was granted. I got some of my students and local artists to participate,” Alvarez said. Now, as you walk along the west side of the building you see four 8 x 8 foot murals highlighting four of the seven parks located in Buellton: The Santa Ynez Botanic Garden, PAWS Park, River View Park and Zaca Creek Golf Course. Each scene was composed and designed using a composite of several photos and sketches from life, according to Alvarez. “The murals are intended to look like polaroid snapshots of parks around Buellton,” she said. “They are painted using a bright color palette and accented with shadows over a tromp l’oeil painted tile background. Reminiscent of the
The murals on the Postal Annex building highlight four of the seven parks located in Buellton, including the Santa Ynez Botanic Garden.
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1940’s style travel posters, they are a reminder of Buellton’s link with the car culture of that time.” Alvarez added she also couldn’t complete the project without the permission of the building owners Lori and Kevin McConnell. “We are thrilled to be a part of this project as
it definitely adds to Buellton,” Lori McConnell said. “We are so happy Buellton is doing so much to promote the arts.” The Buellton Arts and Culture Committee is constantly seeking artists and creative people to apply for grants to create projects to enhance the artistic and/or cultural experiences of the
community. Grant funds may cover the cost of materials, artist time, advertising and print materials, and anything related to the production of a successful arts and culture project. “My goal was to involve the community in an art project whether they had any artistic capability or not, there was a project for every skill level,” Alvarez said. “I had such great local artists like Annie Yakutis, who specializes in grid work and systems to help organize the artwork. MURALS CONTINUED TO PAGE 23
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Learn the do’s and don’ts of fire-resistant landscaping ‘7 Saturdays’ episode focuses on which plants, trees are best Staff Report
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s temperatures rise across the state, Californians continue to search for ways to prepare their homes before the height of wildfire season. Pacific Gas and Electric’s (PG&E’s) new digital video series provides the simple steps every homeowner needs to know to better protect their homes and families. In the fifth episode of “7 Saturdays to a More Fire-Resistant Home,” viewers will get a detailed look at different types of fire-resistant plants and trees and the safest places to plant them. The show is co-hosted by David Hawks, senior public safety specialist at PG&E, and Alicia Mason. There have been nearly 150,000 views of the first four episodes in the “7 Saturdays” series, and there are still several episodes left to watch. Customers can stream the show on PG&E’s preparedness website, the Safety Action Center, which provides information to help customers keep their
families, homes and businesses safe during natural disasters and other emergencies. Hawks, former Cal Fire chief of the Butte Unit, believes that fire-resistant landscaping is one of the most important parts of preparing your home and property for a wildfire. According to Hawks, there are no plants or trees that are 100% fireproof but there are some that have adapted over generations to be more fire-resistant. “For plants, it’s best to pick ones that are herbaceous or non-woody and for trees to pick ones that are deep-rooted, have thicker bark and have leaves instead of needles,” he said. In this episode, viewers will learn: n The types of plants and trees that are fire-resistant n The safest places to plant plants and trees on their property n What to consider when planting immature trees You can watch the fifth episode (and the four previous episodes) now on the Safety Action Center (safetyactioncenter.pge.com). New episodes will launch every week for seven weeks.
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By Janene Scully
Woman charged with drugged driving after injury crash in SYV
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he Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office filed two charges against a Santa Ynez woman who allegedly caused a two-car collision in the Santa Ynez Valley last month while under the influence of drugs. Samantha Hoobyar, 31, was arrested following the May 21 crash in the 1400 block of Alamo Pintado Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. A criminal complaint filed July 20 in Santa Maria Superior Court charged Hoobyar with a felony count of driving under the influence of drugs causing injury, and misdemeanor willful cruelty to a child. She also faced special allegations of causing great bodily injury and injuring multiple victims — a girl who reportedly was not her daughter plus a passenger in the other involved vehicle. No further details were available, and the criminal complaint did not identify what substance Hoobyar was allegedly under the influence of at the time of the crash. Hoobyar pleaded not guilty and denied the allegations during an arraignment hear-
ing on Wednesday. She was ordered back to court Aug. 19. Emergency personnel were dispatched shortly after 3:10 p.m. May 21 for a two-vehicle crash. CHP Officer Keith Rogers said Hoobyar was driving a GMC southbound on Alamo Pintado Road south of Adobe Canyon Road while Angelo Caciola, 69, of Ballard was driving a Alfa Romeo northbound on Alamo Pintado Road. Hoobyar failed to safely navigate around a right-hand curve in the road, causing the GMC vehicle to continue straight and cross over the double yellow lines into the northbound lane, Rogers said. The front right of the GMC collided into the front right of the Alfa Romeo. The traffic collision occurred because of Hoobyar’s drug impairment and because she conducted an unsafe turning movement, Rogers said. Hoobyar as well as an 8-year-old girl in her vehicle, and Krisanne Caciola, a passenger in the Alfa Romeo, all were transported to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital for treatment of minor to moderate injuries, according to authorities. The day of the crash, Hoobyar was
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$1,010 toward a $20,000 goal. On the page, he writes that his girlfriend was en route to drop off his daughter and “had to swerve out of the way to avoid a head-on collision and crashed.” The collision occurred when a car was passing on Alamo Pintado and didn’t merge back in time, he claimed. “Molly was airlifted to Cottage and had a concussion, thank God, that was the extent of it,” the page’s statement continued. “Unfortunately this is an expensive hospital fee and we ask of your kind donations. This has been the most emotional moments in our lives. Thank you very much for your donations.” Neither page, both created two days after the crash, mentions Hoobyar’s arrest, release on bail or pending court date. Since September 2016, Hoobyar has received eight citations involving driving-related infractions, according to Santa Barbara County Superior Court records. Noozhawk North County editor Janene Scully can be reached at jscully@noozhawk.com.
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Santa Barbara County receives funding for education, employment opportunities Labor department awards $2.5M for project involving sheriff's office, job board, colleges Staff Report
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he U.S. Department of Labor recently announced Santa Barbara County is to receive $2,499,999 in grant funds as one of two California agencies out of 28 Pathway Home grants awarded to 17 states. The project will collaborate with the County’s Workforce Development Board, Sheriff’s Office, Allan Hancock College and Santa Barbara City College. “The Santa Barbara County Workforce Development Board is pleased to move forward in partnership with Sheriff Bill Brown and his team, as well as our two community colleges and communi-
ty-based organizations to provide much need pre-release and post-release services to incarcerated individuals. These services will help to re-build lives and contribute to the community.” said Raymond McDonald, executive director of Santa Barbara County Workforce Development Board. The Pathway Home Grant will provide the opportunity to implement a re-entry program serving 250 eligible, justice-involved individuals to secure employment in their communities prior to release from the Santa Barbara County Jail or Santa Barbara Northern Branch Jail. “We are delighted that Santa Barbara County was selected to receive a $2,499,999 grant award, being one of only 28 recipients nationwide,” Sheriff Brown said. “Without a means to make a living and the financial security of a job, there is little chance of a successful reentry into the community for
formerly incarcerated people. “This Pathway Home grant will allow us to provide — in partnership with Santa Barbara City and Allan Hancock community colleges — education and vocational training to people in county custody and will also provide incentive funding to employers who give justice-involved persons a second chance at employment when they are released from jail,” Brown continued. “We look forward to many successful outcomes and stronger and safer communities as a result of this grant.” Rick Rantz, dean at Allan Hancock College Academic Affairs also welcomed the funding. “Funds from the Pathway Home 2 grant will enable us to provide comprehensive pre- and post-release services in the form of educational and job training programs designed to transition justice involved individuals into productive and contribut-
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contested development plan for a smallish lot in Los Alamos is soon to come before a county decision maker. After public comment at a hearing, its fate may be settled by the zoning administrator next month. The builder seeks to add 11 more homes to an acre-and-a-half lot that already has one dwelling and he seeks access from a narrow road with a onelane bottleneck. For obvious reasons of safety and health, this plan is unsound and should be denied. In a letter to the zoning administrator, I have set out three findings specified in State Government Code §66474 that are
cause for disapproval of the plan. There are several problems with the plan. First, with dozens of additional vehicles added to this space, peak-hour traffic, especially on school days, would dramatically increase and pose a significant hazard to vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists along the 100-foot-long onelane section of road. Next, the lot does not offer sufficient on-site parking space for its vehicles. Half of the new dwellings would not even have garages and some of the remaining garages would be used, at least partly, for storing personal items. Where would as many as 48 cars and trucks find park-
ing? This section of Shaw Street has no shoulder and is a designated fire lane with 18 existing homes. Any vehicles illegally parked here could impede swift passage of emergency vehicles. For the past year, Planning and Development has moved this project forward without attending sufficiently to its serious flaws. It has not called for a traffic study, it has ignored and then minimized the hazards posed by the bottleneck and the question of adequate parking, and it has substantially underestimated the increase in traffic volume. All this while trying to reduce the ability of residents of Los Alamos to influence the outcome.
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Santa Ynez Valley Jewish Community installs new Rabbi Deborah Lewis was ordained May 31, installed June 12 By Pamela Dozois
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he Santa Ynez Valley Jewish Community has a new Rabbi, Deborah Lewis. She was ordained as a Rabbi on May 31 and her Installation took place on June 12. Until she began Rabbinic school in 2015, Lewis had previously been the information technology director for a financial institution in Santa Barbara. She was also involved in the local Jewish community in Santa Barbara, teaching classes as well as leading services and participating in life-cycle events. “In 2015 I spent three weeks in Israel in a learning program,” Lewis said. “It was the third time that I had spent summers in Israel participating in different learning programs. Before I left Israel to return home, it became clear to me that I wanted to pursue a career in the Rabbinate.” She returned to Santa Barbara and began Rabbinic School at the Academy for Jewish Religion in Los Angeles, graduating with a Master of Arts degree. She commuted to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara weekly. “It was a long and winding road,” she said with a smile. “It took me six years and many miles to become ordained as a Rabbi.” Part of the tradition in the Santa Ynez Valley is that there is an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service usually hosted by Bethania Lutheran Church in Solvang or St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley
Photos by Serena Guentz On June 12, Deborah Lewis was officially installed as the Rabbi for the Santa Ynez Valley Jewish Community and a celebration was held in her honor. Pictured from left are Rabbi Debi Lewis, Rabbi Rochelle Robins, Rabbi Jaime Hyams; in back is Rebbetzin Traci Lewis.
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Santa Barbara County EMS provides helmets and car seats to local families ship with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
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he Santa Barbara County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, a branch of the County Public Health Department, was awarded the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Kids’ Plates grant, which provided 105 helmets and 32 convertible car seats at no cost to Santa Barbara County families in need. The Kids’ Plates grant is funded through a bill passed by the California legislature in 1992 for the sale of Kids’ Plates specialized vehicle license plates and the creation of the Child Health and Safety Fund. Revenue from the sale of Kids’ Plates goes into the fund and is used to support significant child health and safety issues in California, including unintentional childhood injuries. Annually, there is an estimated 240,000 emergency room visits for children and teens 19 and under due to bicycle-related injuries, 11% of which result in traumatic brain injuries, according to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Safe Kids. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, an estimated 59% of car seats are misused in a way that could reduce their effectiveness. The Santa Barbara County EMS Agency is committed to
Lompoc Fire Department, and the County Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Program. Helmets are being distributed through various bike camps conducted by SBBIKE + COAST. This partnership will allow more children to attend the camps, as the organization will have more helmets to share with the children. All helmets are properly sized and fitted for each child by trained personnel. “Public access and education are integral strategies in our continued commitment to our community’s safety,” said Nick Clay, director for the Santa Barbara County EMS Photo contributed The Santa Barbara County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency provided 105 helmets and 32 convertible car seats at no cost to Santa Barbara County families in need.
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Dignity Health partnering with Vitalant for blood drives Staff Report
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fter 12 successful blood drives and enough blood donated to save 1,485 lives, Dignity Health Central Coast hospitals have again partnered with Vitalant to encourage community members to donate blood. To bolster local and national blood supplies, Vitalant is calling on the community to come forward and give blood. The process takes only 45 minutes but can save up to three lives. The drive is scheduled for each hospital on the following dates: Arroyo Grande Community Hospital: Tuesday, Aug. 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Annex Conference Room, 345 South Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande Marian Regional Medical Center: Friday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Conference Center at the corner of Palisade Drive and Church Street on the Marian campus, 1400 East Church St., Santa Maria There is currently a critical shortage of blood, and all community members are asked to take the short amount of time to donate. Community members wishing to donate are urged to sign up at www.blood4life.org. Do not donate if you are feeling ill. In the wake of COVID-19 responses, Vitalant is urging groups to continue organizing blood drives and individuals to continue donating
blood, unless local public health officials specifically direct otherwise. Blood drives at schools, churches, community groups, and religious institutions — which represent more than 60% of the nation’s blood supply — have been all but cancelled, and are critical to health care in our country. Despite the ongoing need, it is now especially challenging to recruit donors, which affects Vitalant’s blood supply. Donations from O-negative donors, the universal blood type, are especially important. The current O-negative blood supply sits at an approximate two-day supply, which is half of the ideal quantity needed to support patient needs. Additionally, platelet donations, which have a shelf-life of only five days, are always in high demand. However, donors of all types are needed. “The most exciting thing is that we are once again moving forward with our plans for a new building center and our Building Campaign Fund. We now have been reenergized, solidifying how important the Solvang Senior Center is to our community. We are like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon.” The Solvang Senior Center is at 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang. To donate to its Building Campaign Fund or for more information, visit www. solvangseniorcenter.org, call 805-688-3793 or email ssctr@verizon.net
Gem Faire returns to Earl Warren Showgrounds in August Staff Report
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em Faire, America’s Premier Jewelry & Bead Show, returns to Santa Barbara on Aug. 13-15 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, located at 3400 Calle Real in Santa Barbara. Attendees can explore the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, fossils and much more. They can also take advantage of buying direct from the importers and wholesalers. The show has loose gemstones, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to
finished jewelry, fashion accessories, supplies and tools. Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service is also. Show hours are Friday, Aug. 13 from 12 to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 14, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission of $7 is valid for the entire weekend and parking is free. Gem Faire is following CDC’s COVID-19 safety guidance. For more information, visit www.gemfaire. com or contact Gem Faire, Inc. at 503-2528300 or info@gemfaire.com.
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ichard Kieding peacefully passed from this life on July 9. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 14, 1934. The Kieding family moved to Santa Barbara after the war was over to be near the ocean. Dick and his brother Bob, following in their father’s sea-steps, grew up at the harbor, sailing. He attended La Cumbre Jr High and SBHS. After graduation he went on a three month sailing trip to Hawaii, whetting his taste for travel. Upon return he attended UCSB, majoring in political science, where he met his future wife, Gretchen Fate. After graduation and getting his military commission they were married and began a long and happy life together for 65 years. He first worked for Shell Oil Co. in Los Angeles, but Santa Barbara called, and they moved back in 1962 where he worked for Dean Witter, eventually becoming manager. Later he was a founding partner of Santa Barbara Securities. When he left Santa Barbara Securities he continued as an investment advisor for WCM, which was a good fit for him as research was his talent, until Alzheimer’s took control of his life. For many years he actively served on the boards of numerous civic organizations, including Old Spanish Days, YMCA and Kiwanis. During his time as president of Kiwanis they began Work, Inc, a workshop for disabled adults. Richard was also named Santa Barbara’s young man of the year. Also at this time, their mini farm in Mission Canyon became too small, so they bought a small walnut farm in the Santa Ynez Valley. Driving their farm animals over in a VW van, they began a new life with their three children. Dick also joined Rotary, making new friends, and the board of the new Los Padres Bank, and the Diamond Walnut board, at the time a cooperative. The family farm meant his days not in the office were spent discing, mowing and pruning the orchard, and harvest brought the whole family
working together. On his bucket list was a trek to Mt. Everest, where they went in 1980. They began a parent group called Listen to educate and support parents in their struggle against alcohol and drug addiction in the schools. For ten years they had a column called Listen Post in the local paper. Also working with the SY Presbyterian church, Valley Haven, a respite day care for Alzheimer’s patients was begun. When Dick and Gretchen turned their lives over to Jesus, life took on a new meaning. Also, Dick was a founding member of the SG Foundation, and the president after Stu Gildred passed away. They began visiting other countries for the foundation as it searched for non-government organizations around the world which needed a financial helping hand. Often they were also Christians, and a band of world wide brothers formed. Along with travel for the foundation, they traveled to learn of other peoples and cultures, as he worked on his bucket list. The most rewarding vacations were family oriented, though, as children and grandchildren joined on trips to snow, beaches and lakes. Memories to last forever, building the family stronger. The family now continues to care for the family walnut farm, as it provides sustenance and shelter for new generations. Richard leaves behind his wife Gretchen, children Kerry Morgantini (Rich) Jonathan, Matthew, Christopher and Kathryn, Anne Guynn (Mike) Tyler and Andrew, and Eric (Jennifer) Jordan and Emily, and six great grandchildren. Also his brother Bob and wife Joan Kieding. The family cannot express fully their great appreciation for Friendship House and Hospice as they cared for Dick as he struggled with Alzheimer’s. He and we were well blessed. Family memorials will be private, but if you wish, donations may be made to Friendship House .
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Hidden treasure found in plain sight at Solvan Table fetches $900 in online auction as center looks to get back to normal By Pamela Dozois
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ou never know where or when a real hidden treasure will be unearthed. Quite often, that treasure has gone unnoticed, right in plain view. And so it was with the small odd-shaped table which sat in the Solvang Senior Center for years, moving from room to room while serving as a handy catch-all. Over the years, hundreds of people passed by the table every week without giving it a second glance or noticing the beauty in its simple utilitarian form. But all of that changed when Center Board member Diane Olmsted decided to do some heavy-duty cleaning when the center was closed due to COVID-19. As she was moving all furniture from the computer room, Olmstead noticed the little
table hidden under a mound of membership flyers. Upon closer examination, she also took note of a metal plaque on the underside of the table with the name of the manufacturer: Edward Wormley. An applied signed green manufacturer’s label also confirmed it was an Edward Wormley piece. With her curiosity peaked, she turned to the internet to find more information only to discover that sweet little treasure was a product of Edward Wormley (1907-1995) designed as a magazine table for Dunbar USA. Olmsted contacted Elizabeth Stewart, aka the “Golddigger” columnist for the Santa Barbara News-Press, for advice on how and where to sell the table as she hoped it would bring in a small sum to benefit the center. Stewart suggested the best option would be to auction the table and recommended Clars Auction Gallery in Oakland. When contacted, a Clars representative mentioned that the gallery held furniture auctions (online and in person) and the table might find a buyer through this broader audience. Additionally, it was noted that the table might be worth between $800 and $1,200 in its current unrestored condition. Almost one year later, the table was delivered to Clars in Oakland with a scheduled auction date of April 17. On the given day,
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family, friends and members of the center watched online, waiting in anticipation until the Edward Wormley table came up before the auctioneer. Bidding started at $400 and slowly crept upwards until the gavel finally fell with the top bid of $900. But the story of a real hidden treasure didn’t stop with the final sale but continues. The proceeds will be contributed to the Solvang Senior Center Building Campaign Fund to help rebuild another hidden treasure — the Solvang Senior Center. “When COVID hit, like everyone else, the Solvang Senior Center had to switch up our game plan,” said Ellen Albertoni, executive director of the Solvang Senior Center. “We had just started our Building Campaign Fund and that had to be put on the back burner for the time being.” In order to keep in contact with members of the center, a group of volunteers took it upon themselves to get in touch, on a regular basis, with each one of them to see how they were doing. “We have members not only in the Valley, but in Lompoc, Santa Maria, Guadalupe, and out of state snowbirds,” Albertoni said. “People were so happy to hear from someone at the center and that we were concerned about them. “By keeping in touch with them we were
able to let them know what services we could still offer Photo contributed Pictured is the small odd-shaped table which sat in the Solvang Senior Center for years, moving from room to room while serving as a handy catchall. It ended up bringing in $900 at auction, all of which will go into the Solvang Senior Center Building Campaign Fund.
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up for the vaccine and provided transportation to and from. “It made people so happy that the Solvang Senior Center had some continuity of routine, providing some sense of normalcy. The really happy moment was when we realized just how essential the center is to our seniors and community. We all worked together to get through this.” At present the Solvang Senior Center is opening cautiously, continuing with its lunches-to-go program. In August, the hope is to go back to the dine-in-lunches while still offering lunches-to-go. “We are transitioning back to what activities the Solvang Senior Center had going on before the shutdown,” said Albertoni. “Plus, we will be offering new classes as we continue the reopening process. “The most exciting thing is that we are once again moving forward with our plans for a new building center and our Building Campaign Fund. We now have been reenergized, solidifying how important the Solvang Senior Center is to our community. We are like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon.”
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such as our medical equipment lending service; library availability, our Support the Troops special project yarn supply for the knitting group, board games and puzzles, everything to keep their minds busy,” she continued. “And, of course, meals-to-go were also supplied curb-side along with fresh produce from Veggie Rescue for those in need. Our lunch service increased even though we were closed to the public — no indoor activities, no indoor dining. We even started curb-side service for our monthly ‘Dinner Night.’ And that wasn’t all, according to Albertoni. “We also offered two exercise classes — tai-chi and yoga, outside. We were basically closed to all our normal routines,” she said. “Previous to COVID, we offered approximately 20 activities a week, scheduled daily, so we needed to be as creative as possible and work within the guidelines and still keep in contact with our members. We kept our newsletter going, which everyone looked forward to seeing in their mailboxes. We also helped people sign
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he Rotary Club of Solvang is piloting a Santa Ynez Valley Leadership Program for residents who aspire to leadership roles in municipal government, public agencies and not-forprofit organizations. This is in response to requests for such a program like Lompoc, Santa Maria and Santa Barbara County have had to develop community leaders for 30-plus years. This program is not a copy of the other
ones. It was developed by Ian Jacobsen and a Rotary Club advisory committee to tailor it to the needs of the Santa Ynez Valley community. The benefits to participants are greater community leadership skills and knowledge, greater self-confidence as a leader, and a network of other prospective community leaders. The Santa Ynez Valley Leadership Program is scheduled for a total of eight sessions on Saturday mornings, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., running Sept. 11 through Nov. 13 (With no class Sept. 25 and Oct. 23. The program is open to residents of the Santa Ynez Valley. Participants will learn through classes and workshops, reading assignments, and participation in a team project. There is a $100 participation fee for all eight classes. The deadline to register is Aug. 27. For more information on the program, overview of the learning modules, and for an application form, go to www.solvangro-
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SYV Riders back in the saddle with group trail rides Staff Report
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he Santa Ynez Valley Riders (SYVR) are helping provide some open-air, family fun this summer by offering group trail rides. SYVR is a riding club dedicated to the sheer enjoyment of trail riding and is open to all breeds of horses and styles of riding. SYVR offers opportunities for individuals and families to bring their horses and trail ride on some of the most beautiful and remote landscapes in Santa Barbara County and the Central Coast area. They invite anyone who shares a love of horses to join them for some fun and unique trail riding in time for the summer. After months of having no events scheduled, the SYVR were excited to host their first ride following the pandemic shutdown, on July 17, at Mission La Purisima in Lompoc. Membership
Contributed photo The Santa Ynez Valley Riders (SYVR) are helping provide some open-air, family fun this summer by offering group trail rides.
with SYVR is required to participate in the rides, and starting in July, and for the remainder of the year, membership dues are reduced to half price. Dues go to help fund the efforts to keep Live Oak Trail and other area trails open and safe for all. “We are thrilled to have our group rides back after the pandemic forced all of our events to
be cancelled”, says Santa Ynez Valley Riders President Kathy Rosenthal. “These rides are so important to our members and organization and starting back up with the Mission La Purisima ride is a perfect way to get our horseback riding community together again.” The SYVR promote equine legislation, good
horsemanship and address the need for acquisition and preservation of safe trails. Trail rides last from three to five hours over private ranches well-known in the county’s history, as well as in the Los Padres National Forest and Santa Barbara County parks such as Live Oak Camp, the latter in which SYVR partners with to raise funds for improvements such as replacement picnic tables and other amenities. Riders typically arrange to meet at the trailhead. SYVR stresses safe riding practices on all rides. All SYVR meetings, trail rides and events are announced via member email around the beginning of each month. Since 1952, SYVR has organized safe, family-oriented trail rides to horse owners from all walks of life. To learn more, please visit santaynezvalleyriders.org/
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Museums hope to inspire more curiosity with low-income access programs By Raiza Giorgi
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o one should feel that they cannot visit a certain place and learn more about their surroundings from art, nature, animals and more,” said Stacey Otte-Demangate, executive director of the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature in Solvang. “We are thrilled to be apart of this program.” The Wildling, along with the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art, are the two Santa Ynez Valley museums out of the 18 participating in Santa Barbara County in the “Museums For All” access program. The program is a partnership between Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Association of Children’s Museums, and aimed to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits. “By removing barriers of admission, we want people to feel welcome to come with their family and experience different art activities.” Otte-Demangate said. “Now that COVID-19 is largely past us, we are hoping young people get turned on to art and nature as well as environmental concerns.” The program offers those receiving food assistance (CalFresh/SNAP) benefits admission to 18 Santa Barbara County museums (see list) for a minimal fee from free to $3 per person, up to four people, with the presentation of a CalFresh (SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer — EBT) card. There are
Contributed photo The "Museums for All" initiative aims to double the number of participating museums and expand visits to all kinds of museums like the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art.
free and reduced admissions available to eligible members of the public at more than 700 museums across the country. This initiative aims to double the number of participating museums, expand visits to all kinds of museums, establish an online community of practice, and gather evaluative data to support the long term sustainability of the program, according to the IMLS. Otte-Demangate added they got involved because of Robin Gose, president and CEO of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, who made other county muse-
ums aware of the program. “We are so thankful Robin turned us on to this and a collective of us decided it was perfect,” she said. With COVID-19 restrictions lifted, the Wildling is planning more in-person activities such as their Community Open House from 2 to 6 p.m. on Aug. 29. The event will have face painting, art activities and food trucks. “This will be a fun event to welcome the community back to the museum and something fun given what we have all been through,” Otte-Demangate said.
The Wildling Museum’s funding has been cut because of not being open due to the pandemic, but it has been able to keep a small staff and some virtual programming because of the PPP and other local grants the museum qualified for. “We are grateful for all our members who hung with us and let us keep them virtually engaged this past year,” she added. Esther Bates of the Elverhoj Museum in Solvang said that they had just signed up for the Museum for All program when she was alerted to the county-wide effort and loves the fact it is a group effort. “We are delighted to be part of this collaborative effort to make museums more accessible to all members of our community,” she said. “Museums offer experiences that educate, delight, stimulate and entertain. But first we need ways to let people know what we do and offer, and to make everyone feel welcome.” The Elverhøj is currently honoring Solvang’s founding in 1911 and its 110th anniversary using the theme “Skål Solvang – Celebrating 110 Years of History & Culture.” See the Outdoor Fun article also in this issue. “At Elverhøj, we are dedicated to offering easy access, which is why we always offer admission free of charge,” Bates added. “We warmly welcome families and are offering activities and prizes for children visiting as part of the Museums For All program.” To find a list of participating museums countrywide, or to sign up for the program, please visit www.museums4all.org.
Participating Santa Barbara County museums are: Art, Design & Architecture Museum, UC Santa Barbara n Casa del Herrero n Dunes Center n Elverhoj Museum n Goleta Valley Historical Society n Lompoc Museum n Ganna Walska Lotusland n MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation n Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara n
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Skal Solvang: Celebrating 110 years of history and culture, and outdoor fun Contributed by Esther Bates
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arly Solvang settlers appreciated the recreational opportunities offered by the Santa Ynez Valley, much like today’s residents and visitors. Undoubtedly, some of the attraction is due to the region’s temperate climate and the varied recreation that comes with it. In fact, it’s the beautiful weather that gave Solvang its Danish name, which means “sunny field.” The rolling hills, mild temperatures and influence of the Pacific Ocean provide the ideal environment for healthy outdoor pursuits. The area’s rural beauty offered early Solvang townspeople many enjoyable ways to fill their free time. Outdoor activities often centered on hikes, the Santa Ynez River and nearby Gaviota Beach. Nojoqui Falls, the tallest waterfall in Santa Barbara County, was a frequent destination for picnics. People usually went on Sunday after church and were often still dressed in their Sunday best as they took the long walk to the falls. The Santa Ynez River was another natural playground, running some 90 miles from its headwaters to the Pacific Ocean. Swimming holes provided hours of summertime diversions for kids and adults alike. But it was the fishing that drew everyone to the river’s edge. Before 1956, the free-flowing river and its tributaries teemed with both oceangoing steelhead trout and freshwater coastal rainbow trout. Adults and children walked everywhere. In the early years it was out of necessity since there were no cars; later, during the Great Depression, they walked because there was no money for fuel.
Photos contributed by the Elverhoj Museum People, like this group in 1912, usually went to Nojoqui Falls on Sunday after church and were often still dressed in their Sunday best as they took the long walk to the falls.
These young women frolic on the beach wearing the latest in bathing fashion. The Gaviota train trestle bridge, a recognizable landmark, remains today.
Before 1956, the free-flowing Santa Ynez River teemed with both steelhead and rainbow trout.
The Sunday woodland trek included walking sticks and cigars. Nearby Gaviota Beach has long been a popular destination. As cars made longer expeditions possible and the cost of fuel became affordable, Solvang residents frequently gathered at the beach for recreation, parties and summertime fun. Over the decades, Solvang has grown and residential development today extends far beyond the town’s original borders. Year-round outdoor recreation continues to be a part of the lifestyle and a major draw for residents and visitors alike. The Elverhoj Museum of History and Art is located at 1624 Elverhoy Way in Solvang. There is no charge for admission; suggested donation is $5. For more information or to schedule an early hour appointment, phone the Museum at 805-686-1211 or visit elverhoj.org.
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Four new board members elected for Cottage Hospital foundation Santa Ynez Valley board also names new officers Staff Report
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anta Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation (SYVCHF) has elected four new members to join the Board of Directors for 2021, as well as named new officers. The new board members are J. Robert “Bob” Andrews, Richard Crutchfield, Barbara Anderson and Guy R. Walker. New officers are Judith Dale, president; Barbara Anderson, vice president (Allen Anderson served as vice president from January to May 2021). Continuing members are Tresha Sell, secretary; Michael J. Sgobba, treasurer; Gustavo Dascanio, M.D.; Sid Goldstien; Charles “C.J.” Jackson; Richard Nagler; and Ernest Zomalt. Under the leadership of the board, SYVCHF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to develop, manage and channel financial support on behalf of Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, serving not only to protect but also to enhance the hospital as a valuable community asset. Since 1978, the foundation has provided more than $36 million to the hospital in support of critical capital projects, programs and services. The foundation is currently spearheading a campaign to raise $600,000 to purchase a state-of-the-art CT scanner to replace the current equipment,
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which is reaching the end of its useful life. For more information or to contribute visit: cottagehealth.org/syvchfoundation. New SYVCHF board members for 2021: J. Robert "Bob" Andrews J. Robert “Bob” Andrews has over 50 years of experience at Mullen & Henzell LLP handling the business, corporate, real estate and estate planning needs for clients of the law firm. He served as managing partner of the firm for 16 years. He is a graduate of UCSB and earned his Juris Doctorate from University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He is a member of the American Bar Association, State Bar of California and the Santa Barbara County Bar Association. He served on the Board of Directors of Cottage Health System for 29 years and was board chair for many years. His community involvement includes serving as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, as well as the boards of numerous other
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nonprofit organizations. Richard Crutchfield Richard Crutchfield has been practicing mediation in the Santa Ynez Valley for 15 years with his business Humanix. He has worked in family law, landlord/tenant and employer/employee disputes. He also serves as a consumer financial counselor. Crutchfield moved to the Santa Ynez Valley after a career in commercial aviation and financial management. He served in the U.S. Navy as an Officer in the United States and the Mediterranean then joined Pan American World Airways where he was stationed at John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and Istanbul, Turkey. He became one of six advanced cargo loadmasters in the Pan Am system. Upon arriving in the Santa Ynez Valley, he became active in the community by serving as co-chair of the Valley Blueprint. Barbara Anderson Barbara Anderson, a 31-year resident of the
Santa Ynez Valley, has been a longtime volunteer for Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital. The SYVCHF board recently welcomed her back as a member after she previously served from 2009-18. She also served as SYVCH auxiliary president three times and was past treasurer for many years of the hospital’s New To You Shop in Solvang, where she’s currently the shop scheduler. She is a graduate of the University of Arizona, had a career as an elementary school teacher and is the current owner of Old Danish Food Farm, Inc. in Solvang. Anderson has also volunteered with St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church and the Solvang Theaterfest. She received the 2007 Santa Ynez Valley Woman of the Year award. Guy R. Walker Originally from Compton, Guy R. Walker attended local public schools before enrolling in Dunn School, a private boarding high school in Los Olivos. After attending Vassar College and the University of Southern California (USC), he graduated from the UCSB. Guy’s career started in the accounting field before he entered financial services, where he has been in practice since 1990. He founded Wealth Management Strategies Insurance & Financial Solutions in 1994 and serves as president. Walker’s community involvement includes serving on the Allan Hancock College Foundation, CommUnify (A Community Action Agency), Dunn School and Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People.
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Sunstone Winery announces leadership changes New GM and board member named; COO taking on expanded role Staff Report
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unstone Winery, Santa Barbara County’s most visited vineyard estate, announced the addition of Neil Redmond as general manager and John Price to the Sunstone Board of Directors. COO Dave Moser will take on the expanded role of chief marketing & operations officer. These strategic appointments come as Sunstone embarks upon a major expansion including a rooftop tasting lounge in Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone. “It’s an exciting time for Sunstone as we continue to build our lifestyle brand and expand our physical footprint,” says Sunstone CEO Djamila Cabugos. “With Dave’s continued leadership and the addition of John and Neil’s expertise, I couldn’t be more excited for Sunstone’s future.” Redmond joins Sunstone from Beckmen Vineyards, where he spent the last 12 years in various
Photo by Vida Gustafson "It's an exciting time for Sunstone as we continue to build our lifestyle brand and expand our physical footprint," said Sunstone CEO Djamila Cabugos.
roles, including most recently as tasting room sales & education manager. As general manager, Redmond will oversee Sunstone’s robust direct-to-consumer (DTC) and hospitality business, including the county’s busiest tasting room and the world-renowned Sunstone Villa. “Neil’s passion for wine and people is infectious,” Moser said. “We’re excited to have Neil leading our frontline team. His leadership will
be instrumental in helping us grow the Sunstone brand and ensuring we continue to offer a worldclass customer experience.” Price is the founder and owner of Santa Barbara-based commercial real estate development firm Price Management, which owns the Villas at Olive Mill in Montecito and The Point Market chain of gas stations and car washes.
“John is a powerful addition to our team,” says Sunstone President Teddy Cabugos, “His strategic relationships and diverse business experience will play an invaluable role in Sunstone’s growth plans.” Moser joined Sunstone in 2018 and has served in various roles, including chief operating officer, general manager, and director of sales & marketing. A digital marketing expert by trade, Moser spent the first half of his career helping Fortune 500 companies build their businesses online before dedicating the rest of his career to his passion for wine. In his expanded role, Moser will continue to oversee Sunstone’s overall operations while shifting his primary focus toward marketing, growth initiatives, strategic projects and product development. In addition to Price, Sunstone’s Board of Directors includes Teddy and Djamila Cabugos, Moser and Sunstone founder Fred Rice. Founded in 1990 as the first organic vineyard in Santa Barbara County, Sunstone Winery is considered to be one of the most visually stunning winery estates in California. Learn more at www. sunstonewinery.com.
Mushroom ketchup: This recipe is a blast from the distant past By Vida Gustafson Contributing Writer
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This is not the sweet, red condiment we all know and love. This is what our ancestors in the western world would have recognized as ketchup: a thin, brown, umami bomb, with a lot more in common with Worcestershire sauce than tomato sauce — historically made with anything from walnuts to anchovies or mushrooms with a myriad of spices and herbs and often fermented to boot. This recipe is an adaptation from an authentic 18th-century recipe and method. It produces approximately a pint of delicious mushroom-flavored seasoning sauce to use on steak, burgers or to flavor soups. It also produces 5-6 ounces of dry seasoning that you can (and should) sprinkle on anything. I like it best on grilled cheese, fries or roasted vegetables. Mushrooms are full of beneficial vitamins,
minerals, proteins and antioxidants, not to mention a natural source of the elusive fifth flavor, umami. If you have to season your food, you may as well add some benefits! I have used portobello mushrooms with great success, but have had the best result from an edible wild mushroom mix. Use what’s available, seasonal and whatever tastes best to you.
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n 2 lbs organic mixed mushroom n 2 tbsp salt n 7 three-inch sprigs of thyme n 1 large onion (chopped) n 1/2 C apple cider vinegar n zest of one lemon n 1 tbsp horseradish n /2 tsp ground cloves n 1/2 tsp ground allspice n 1/8 tsp cayenne n 1 tsp black pepper
Photo by Vida Gustafson This mushroom ketchup recipe is an adaptation from an authentic 18th-century recipe and method.
In a large, non-metallic bowl (preferably porcelain or enamel), break up the mushrooms and thyme and cover with the salt. Cover and set aside overnight. Transfer the mushrooms and all the liquid that was drawn out to a medium or large saucepan. Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 30-40 minutes. Taste for seasoning. Remember, it is supposed to be salty and bold! When done cooking, let cool and strain out the mushrooms using a cheese cloth or even by pouring through a fine mesh sieve. Bottle the liquid and keep it in the refrigerator for up to two months. If you are going to keep the cooked mushrooms for salty mushroomy seasoning, dry them on a baking sheet in the oven until crispy dry and run them in your food processor or blender until powdered!
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Dunn teammates will become rivals in college By JD Scroggin for Dunn School
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hristian Jimenez and Rene Pacheco first met as 6-year-old teammates on a Santa Maria youth soccer pitch. Their journey as friends and teammates over the next decade-plus saw them bring titles and awards to Dunn School and land Santa Barbara Soccer Club on the precipice of a national championship — all before they ship out to become college soccer rivals in the Big West Conference this fall. On July 20, Pacheco lead the Santa Barbara SC against Baltimore (Md.) Celtic Soccer in the opening match of the 2021 USYS Boys 18 Under National Championships in Lakewood Ranch, Fla. Eight teams, regional champions from all over the United States, are competing for the national crown. Pacheco scored the first-half goal, and the Santa Barbara Soccer Club’s U18 Boys Elite survived the heat, humidity and the No. 2 seeded Celtic for a 1-0 victory.
Contributed photo Dunn graduate Rene Pacheco is congratulated by teammate Miguel Mondragon after giving the SB Soccer Club Boys U18 Elite a 1-0 lead
“A national championship for the club would be really important,” Jimenez said. The duo helped bring a CIF Southern Section Division 6 championship to Dunn in 2020, with Pacheco scoring a pair of goals for the Earwigs in the 4-1 victory over Pomona Ganesha in the title
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match. That year, Pacheco earned All-CIF honors. This past season, Dunn’s playoff run ended in the section semifinals with both Pacheco and Jimenez earning All Tri-Valley League honors and Jimenez as the TVL Defensive Player of the Year. This fall, Jimenez will be walking on at UC
Riverside, while Pacheco fulfills his childhood dream on scholarship for UC Santa Barbara. A Santa Barbara native, Pacheco has fond memories as a spectator among some capacity crowds at Harder Stadium, imagining the day he’d be suiting up for the Gauchos. That day has nearly arrived. “The most exciting part is the jump in competition level from high school and club to college,” Pacheco said. “It’s a new challenge.” For now, the duo are enjoying their last opportunities to play together before they find themselves on opposite sides of the field. “It’s going to be weird seeing each other on different teams,” said Jimenez, whose family is raising funds for his trip to nationals. To contribute or learn more, go to www.gofundme.com/f/helpchristian-make-it-to-nationals-in-florida
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Hancock College offers free tuition for all full-time students
Those enrolled in 12 or more units eligible for ‘Promise Plus’ program Staff Report
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llan Hancock College is expanding access to a college education thanks to a new program that will pay tuition and fees for all full-time students. The Hancock Promise Plus covers the full cost of tuition and fees for all full-time students beginning this fall and continuing through the 2021-22 and 2022-23 academic years. The program applies to all fulltime students, including first-time, continuing, returning, transfer, international and Concurrent Enrollment/College Now! students, regardless of their residency. “Over the past year, we recognized the impact the pandemic had on many of our students,” said Hancock Superintendent/
President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. “With the Promise Plus program, Hancock is helping change the odds for students by offering a path back to stability. This is not only a great way to support our students, but it’s also an amazing investment in our community.” Students who enroll in 12 or more units and take at least one in-person class are eligible to receive the Promise Plus. To take advantage of the new program for the fall 2021 semester, students simply need to apply for admission to Hancock, complete
a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application and accept the Promise Plus award through the college’s online student portal. The Promise Plus is an expansion of the college’s popular Hancock Promise program, which provides the first year of college at AHC free of tuition and fees. That program, which is restricted to recent high school graduates within the Allan Hancock Joint Community College District boundaries, will continue alongside the Promise Plus, which covers all other full-time students not eligible for the original Promise program. “The Promise Plus provides an incredi-
ble opportunity to a wide range of students no matter where they are in their educational journey,” said Hancock Associate Superintendent/Vice President of Student Services Nohemy Ornelas, Ed.D. “This program offers them a chance to start, continue or restart their education without the cost of tuition being an obstacle to that important goal.” The debut of the Promise Plus program comes as the college is currently registering students for in-person fall classes. Fall classes start on Aug. 16. The college is currently hosting in-person registration assistance events at its Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center every Monday and Tuesday from 2-6 p.m. through Aug. 10. To learn more about the Promise Plus and apply for the program, visit www.hancockcollege.edu/ promiseplus. To register for fall classes, visit www.hancockcollege.edu/fall.
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“Oh, and did I Project grant applications mention this project and a quick reference guide began during the can be found at https:// pandemic? Throughcityofbuellton.com/about/ out the process, buellton-arts-culture/. there were 12 social Past arts and culture distancing days projects have included organized for the art workshops, multi-day community to join us. events, temporary and perAlthough there were manent public art displays PPE’s like gloves, and educational exhibitions. masks and hand sanIn addition to the murals, itizers for volunteers, projects include the instalone of the challenges lation of mosaic tiled pillars was to get enough Photo contributed at the entrance to the SYV people to assist safely Local artist Annie Yakutis works on the grids for the Botanic Garden, a Walk into with the project.” murals project. Wildfire immersive exhiEach mural repbition and community event, resents a feeling or impression of specific parks and a sculptural display honoring our veterans. to show visitors and residents alike to show what If you’re interested in applying for an arts and Buellton offers. Painted in the style of snapshots culture grant but don’t have an idea for a project, of the park, they also represent the pastoral committee members would be happy to offer scenes of local flora and a way to preserve what suggestions and help you brainstorm. Buellton has to keep it beautiful. The wall was dedicated on Saturday, July 17, For more info, please email Kyle Abello at with members of the Buellton City Council in at- kylea@cityofbuellton.com or call him at the Buellton Rec Center at 805-688-1086. tendance as well as the artists and their families.
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