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Spirit of Santa Paula | Ojai Short Film Fest | Holdren’s in Newbury Park

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COVER/FEATURE STORY

DEPARTMENTS

“Slow work takes time” : A story of rehoming the homeless

by Kimberly Rivers

Volume 43, Issue 50 Advice Goddess____________________ 25

OPINION

After Dark________________________ 18

Power to Speak: Saving a new generation from a lifetime of addiction

by Robert Levin, MD Letters

Arts Listings_______________________ 22 Free Will Astrology_________________ 25 Happenings_______________________ 22 Food + Drink______________________ 15

NEWS

Ojai school board president indicted: Thayne Whipple among eight indicted in campaign finance case

by Alex Wilson Spraying for hazardous bug not mandatory

by Kimberly Rivers Eye on the Environment: Local tree lover finds alternative to either artificial or cut Christmas tree

by David Goldstein Planet Moorpark: Building Ira’s Kingdom

by Kimberly Rivers

Surf Report_______________________ 31

Spirit of Santa Paula | Ojai Short Film Fest | Holdren’s in Newbury Park

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12 ART + CULTURE

Parade of Lights set sail in Ventura, Channel Islands harbors

Short takes, big ideas: Ojai Short Film Festival to take place Dec. 13-15

by Tim Pompey

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OPINION Power to Speak

Saving a new generation from a lifetime of addiction

by Robert Levin, MD

D

aily news headlines of vape-related lung injuries and deaths are bringing the entire country to action on finding ways to stop youth vaping.

On Dec. 4, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported 2,291 cases of hospitalized e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury (EVALI) from 50 states, the District of Columbia and 2 U.S. territories (Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands). The number of confirmed deaths has climbed to 48 in 25 states and the District of Columbia. While it actively investigates growing health concerns, the CDC released a health advisory strongly cautioning people to refrain from vaping products, advising youth and young adults not to use e-cigarette or vaping products at all.

As the county of Ventura’s health officer, I am deeply concerned about the rising number of teens using flavored e-cigarettes. According to the CDC’s National Youth Tobacco Survey, there was a 78 percent surge in e-cigarette use among high school students from 2017 to 2018.

Youth use of tobacco products in any form is unsafe. If cigarette smoking continues at the current rate among youth in this country, 5.6 million of today’s Americans younger than 18 will die early from a smoking-related illness.

That’s about one in every 13 Americans aged 17 years or younger who are alive today. Teens who vape are three times more likely to smoke cigarettes within a year.

Most kids don’t realize that flavored e-cigarettes are high in nicotine. Sweet flavors mask the harsh taste of tobacco, making it easier for kids to smoke. Tobacco Free California’s FlavorsHookKids.org reports that teens are seven times more likely to vape nicotine than adults, and four out of five kids who vape nicotine use flavors. As long as tobacco products are allowed to be flavored, they will

continue to entice our kids to become the next generation of tobacco addicts. In a recent California Healthy Kids Survey, one in 10 seventh graders, one in five ninth graders and one in three 11th graders in Ventura County say they have vaped. Further, 60 percent of ninth-grade students said they feel obtaining vapes is easy.

It is a common misconception among youth that e-cigarette vapor is safer to inhale.

However, the vapor that causes the plume is an aerosol, not a vapor. This aerosol contains toxins and ultrafine particles with varying levels of toxicants and heavy metals that are emitted in the air and into the lungs. Early research shows that using e-cigarettes can lead to lung disease, upper respiratory issues, increased blood pressure, nausea and more. Vaping is an ENDS, an electronic NICOTINE delivery system, which implies it is delivering nicotine to the brain. Nicotine is a powerful, moodaltering substance that is extremely toxic and addictive. When taken in high doses, it is a poison, and two-three drops of pure nicotine can kill a person. It can disrupt the growth of brain circuits that control attention, learning and susceptibility to addiction, increase risk of psychiatric disorders, cognitive impairment and attention deficit. Other chemicals found in e-cigarettes include propylene glycol (which is found in antifreeze), rubidium (found in fireworks) and ethylbenzene (found in pesticides and paint).

Local jurisdictions in Ventura County are making positive strides toward reducing access to vaping and flavored tobacco products to minors. The city of Ventura is considering adopting a tobacco retail license ordinance, and the Ventura County Board of Supervisors recently voted to prepare an emergency ordinance that would place a moratorium on new vape and tobacco stores while the county prepares a licensing program as well. These programs could add restrictions that limit

youth access to vaping products and place a ban on flavored tobacco products, which would go a long way in deterring minors away from flavored tobacco and tobacco addiction.

We need to raise awareness about the risks of youth smoking and vaping through all social media, community outreach and radio and print media. Ventura County Action on Smoking and Health is a local coalition that is working on educating the public and sharing information on what we all can do to combat this vaping epidemic.

I urge parents and educators to watch out for warning signs that teens could be vaping, including personality shifts, depression, irritability and increased thirst. Look for opportunities to open a discussion with youth, ask open-ended questions and be ready with the facts and dangers of vaping.

Visit SmokeFreeVC.org for more information and educational links. Connect on Facebook at Ventura County Action on Smoking and Health. If you are ready to quit smoking or vaping, call 805-201-STOP (7867).

Robert Levin, MD, is the health officer for Ventura County.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Smoking—50 Years of Progress: A Report of the Surgeon General. Atlanta: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office on Smoking and Health, 2014 [accessed 2019 Feb 28].

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he kingdom of Ira the African lion is growing, thanks to donations of over $550,000 from over 100 donors and Moorpark College.

“We are thankful to the community and all those who contributed to help give Ira a new home,” said Mara Rodriguez, a staff member at America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College. “Ira’s Kingdom is just one of many facility improvements for our wildlife that we hope to make in the years to come.”

The Exotic Animal Training and Management Program (EATM) began at Moorpark College in 1972 with one animal, a wolf named Kiska. It grew over the years and today is home to over 130 animals, housed on the five-acre campus overlooking the college. EATM alumni work with animals all over the world. Animals come to

the zoo through donations and on loan from research centers and major zoos around the world as part of the breeding program.

Ira’s Kingdom is the first in a long-term plan to expand habitats for all the animals. Efforts are now beginning to build a new habitat for the zoo’s Bengal tigers, which will be called Rajah’s Retreat.

Zoo’s public hours are Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Kids under 2 are free. Moorpark College Campus, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, 805-378-1441, zoo.moorparkcollege.edu.

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jai Unified School District Board President Thayne Whipple says he’s shocked to face indictment in a high-profile federal campaign finance case involving over $3,500,000 in illegal contributions allegedly benefiting Hillary Clinton’s failed presidential campaign.

“The allegations came as a complete surprise to me. I have contributed to political candidates, nothing more and nothing less,” Whipple said in a prepared statement, while declining to

answer questions.

A 64-page grand jury indictment unsealed last week names Whipple and seven co-defendants: Ahmad “Andy” Khawaja, George Nader, Roy Boulos, Rudy Dekermenjian, Mohammad “Moe” Diab, Rani El-Saadi and Stevan Hill.

Prosecutors say Whipple donated money funneled by Khawaja, a Los Angeles business executive and associate of Whipple’s, to avoid exceeding contribution limits, and lied to the FBI. Khawaja funds both Democrats and Republicans, and contributed $1,000,000 to President Trump’s inaugural committee.

Whipple is a relatively minor player in the complex, 53-count indictment.

Co-defendants Khawaja and Nader allegedly made excessive contributions to gain influence with Clinton and an unidentified foreign government.

Whipple says he’s hopeful the case will resolve in his favor.

“I have to trust as the facts are presented my name will be cleared,” said Whipple. “My perception is that the courts are being used for political reasons, and unfortunately I have become a victim of that.” ♦

Spraying for hazardous bug not mandatory

by Kimberly Rivers krivers@timespublications.com

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There is no mandatory spraying program required by my office, or by the state,” said Ed Williams, Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner. He was responding to questions from the VCReporter regarding statements from local commercial growers that they felt spraying for the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) which carries bacteria that causes the Huanglongbing (HLB) disease was mandated to protect citrus growing operations. Williams also said his office does “not treat any properties for ACP in Ventura County,” and “homeowners have the ability to opt out” of the spraying program administered by the California Department of Food and Agriculture.

There is a local voluntary organization, the Ventura County ACP/ HLB Task Force, that has a recommended spraying program involving up to three “annual treatments” in designated zones across the county.

“These treatments are the best way to prevent any ACP that have the HLB disease from spreading the HLB to healthy citrus trees,” Williams said.

Some growers may believe spraying is mandatory because there are requirements established by the California Secretary of Food and Agriculture for fruit that is being moved “from one ACP quarantine zone to another” en route to market and packing houses. That fruit must be treated before harvest, or the grower must “complete a field cleaning process to remove any ACP.” According to Williams packing houses can process citrus grown organically, without the spraying for ACP, or those growers that are not spraying can conduct the field cleaning process to meet the requirements.

Williams also pointed out that “avocado treatments are generally required by foreign trade partners who do not want any pests that we may have in California moved to their countries. We certify shipments sent to these foreign countries based on their requirements.” ♦

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Eye on the Environment

Local tree lover finds alternative to either artificial or cut Christmas tree

by David Goldstein

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rene Garcia, of Simi Valley, loves Christmas traditions but needed an environmentally conscious solution to her annual tree dilemma. Should she buy a cut tree or an artificial one?

Artificial trees are reusable, but they are made of petroleum, and since they are usually made overseas, shipping them here also contributes to their carbon footprint. Real trees are good for sequestering carbon and they are usually grown like a crop on land considered unsuitable for other uses but they also have a carbon footprint, due to the energy required to plant, tend, harvest and transport them.

Eventually, Garcia came up with an alternative providing the benefits of both reusable and cut trees. She bought a baby pine tree in a pot. It grew, and she transplanted it into a larger pot. Eventually, it became too large, and she thought she had created a disposal problem.

Cutting a tree for firewood is always an option, but burning releases back into the air the carbon captured by a tree’s growth.

Plus, Garcia had recently read The Hidden Life of Trees and, she told me by email, she “just couldn’t harm” a tree. Instead, her September email to me asked, “Do you know of a place that will welcome this soon-to-be orphan?”

I wrote back to her, “Somewhere, someone wants your pine.

You can list it free in Craigslist, or on LetGo, or OfferUp or Freecycle. You could probably sell it as a Christmas tree in December.”

Recently, Garcia followed up with me, giving me permission to use her story for this column and happily reporting her “free stuff” listing on Craigslist resulted in “four requests within a few hours.” She chose one lucky person, and now her tree has a new home.

For those considering environmental factors when deciding between a cut tree and an artificial one, internet research may provide different answers depending on which websites,

from which sources, are consulted. The National Christmas Tree Association touts the benefits of cut trees. Unsurprisingly, its website realchristmastree.org reveals that its board of directors is “comprised of Christmas tree growers and retailers.”

The American Christmas Tree Association, in contrast, released a report last year concluding it takes only five Christmas reuses to pass an environmental “break even” point, where manufactured trees become environmentally preferable to purchasing a real tree each year. Although the association’s report was conducted by an independent consulting agency focusing on sustainability, and it was “reviewed” by academics from prestigious institutions — including the Program Director of Sustainability at Harvard University’s Division of Continuing Education — it was commissioned by the association, so the association’s affiliations may be relevant.

Its website says the American Christmas Tree Association “is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help families choose the best Christmas tree for them, and to support the many wellloved Christmas traditions around Christmas trees year-round.”

An email to the association’s media contact address, asking specifically whether the ACTA

is “funded more by those who are affiliated with the ‘artificial’ tree industry or the ‘natural’ tree industry,” yielded an honest and prompt response. Executive Director Jami Warner wrote, “ACTA’s members are retailers and manufacturers of Christmas trees.”

Local tree farms, such as the Hagle Tree Farm at 3442 Somis Road, offer a local alternative, bypassing the carbon impacts of bringing a tree from Oregon, where most local trees originate.

For $50, customers are invited to cut and bring home any tree grown on the farm.

The Mupu Tree Farm, with a retail site on Ojai Road near Santa Paula, provides another alternative. Despite the name of the business, the owners, Michael and Karen Karayan, do not grow any trees either at the retail site or elsewhere. They own a farm, but it is dedicated to growing food. Instead, their trees come from a certified Socially and Environmentally Responsible Farm (SERF) in Oregon. SERF audits, conducted in Oregon by the Oregon Department of Agriculture, and in Washington by the Washington Department of Agriculture, certify best practices in five areas: biodiversity, soil and water resources, integrated pest management, health and safety and consumer and community relations. Karen Karayan told me, “Customers don’t come in looking for SERF certification, but when they find out about it, they are glad we have it.” ♦ David Goldstein is an environmental resource analyst with the county of Ventura’s Public Works Agency.

RESOURCES (WEB ONLY) realchristmastrees.org/AboutNCTA/Board-of-Directors www.christmastreeassociation. org/ www.hagletreefarm.com American Christmas Tree Association’s Life Cycle Analysis, 8nht63gnxqz2c2hp22a6qjv6wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/ wp-content/uploads/2018/11/ ACTA_2018_LCA_Study.pdf

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“SLOW WORK TAKES TIME” by Kimberly Rivers

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oday, Naomi and Sabrina Marrufo are living with their daughter in a Santa Paula apartment. They each work two part time jobs, and have a car. Sounds unremarkable, but about a year ago they found themselves on the street and separated from their daughter.

The Marrufos had been living in a room in a rented house, paying their rent directly to the house’s tenant. But that person was not paying the Marrufos’ rent to the homeowner, instead taking the rent under the table. Eventually the tenant was evicted and, without warning, the Marrufos were facing their first night on the street — through no fault of their own.

That is when they came to Spirit of Santa Paula (SSP) for help.

“They had been paying their rent . . . they found themselves on the street, this is a very common situation,“ explained Kay Wilson-Bolton, director of Spirit of Santa Paula. The organization provides services to those in need and has been operating a drop-in center at WilsonBolton’s real estate office, an emergency shelter at an area church, and providing hot meals out of a separate kitchen. SSP has access to grant funding for emergency rent help through the United Way Emergency Food and Shelter Program, but the program has specific rules. To receive assistance, those facing homelessness must have received a three-day notice, not have received rental assistance in the past year and be able to provide a W9 form from the landlord.

“We receive about 10 requests a week for rental assistance . . . half from [people] renting a room, we can’t help them,” said Wilson-Bolton, because there is no rental contract and the landlord won’t provide a W9 form. “Things fall apart when a lot of us don’t do the right thing.”

With the Marrufos facing homelessness, Child Protective Services got involved. The couple was separated from their daughter and told that they had to meet several requirements over the next year in order to get custody back.

“Their story is why I do this,” Wilson-Bolton said. “It’s a matter of loving them, caring about them and knowing who to bring around them; being their mother, their friend, their aunt, wrapped into one.

That is what it takes to get this done.”

A year later, the Marrufos have their daughter

back — and a home.

Sabrina shared their story at the dedication of the new SSPmanaged shelter being called Harvard. “We wanted something catchy, and when they [are rehomed] we will say they graduated from Harvard,” said Wilson-Bolton with a smile.

RICHARD’S HOUSE AND NAOMI’S KITCHEN

On Christmas Eve in 2008, Wilson-Bolton in her role as chaplain with the Ventura County Fire Department responded to a call about a homeless man found dead at a Santa Paula church. The man’s name was Richard.

“I have lived for 43 years in Santa Paula and didn’t know we had homeless people. That [night] was the beginning of my journey,” she said. Two weeks after Richard’s death, Wilson-Bolton and other local residents served a free hot meal to 47 needy people in Santa Paula. “I’ll never forget watching them walk toward us; we wondered if anybody would come.

That was the progression of our understanding and our sympathy.”

The sleeping room area of the shelter is called “Richard’s House” in honor of his memory.

The shelter was dedicated on Friday, Dec. 7, 2019, to a standing-room-only crowd in a building that previously housed a bar. “It was stunning. I was not expecting to see [the] interest. With so much in the news, homelessness and addiction . . . so many sad things are affecting families in some way. It’s hard to find someone who is not affected by these issues.”

While SSP has been serving the community since 2002, the opening of Richard’s House is allowing the organization to consolidate many services at one location. The shelter’s kitchen is named Naomi’s Kitchen, for local Santa Paula resident Naomi Pitcairn, who recently bought the building in foreclosure and gave it to the organization for 30 years rent free. “We wanted to honor the people who made it possible.”

Wilson-Bolton said that there has been a shift since she has been working with homeless people.

“I think the public is getting kinder.” She said when she started this work 11 years ago, she would hear “nothing but ‘tell them to get a job.’ Those days are kind of over.”

Over the past week, with the last rain storm looming, the community came together to temporarily open a shelter at the Methodist Church because the opening of Richard’s House was delayed a few days due to inspection issues. The shelter hosted guests overnight for the first time on Sunday, Dec. 8, officially adding 49 beds to the current 110 available in other shelters around the county.

“We are very kind but very firm,” Wilson-Bolton said regarding rules and procedures at the shelter.

All guests have to sign the rules, and “if they don’t like them they can find somewhere else to go.” The emphasis is on making the shelter safe for everyone. Rules include no smoking and having “a good attitude . . . and they can’t get down to their skivvies when they go to bed.” She explained sometimes people think they are in a hotel room, but the large group room does not allow for much privacy.

The shelter is staffed by both paid employees and volunteers. Wilson-Bolton is a volunteer. “I’m here

Our goal is just to love them, stay with them, encourage them and when they fall, get them back up.”

– Kay Wilson-Bolton

Naomi and Sabrina Marrufo with their daughter at the shelter dedication on Dec. 7.

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VCREPORTER.COM because I want to be, we have a lot of volunteer helpers.

Some of the volunteers and employees are former recipients of our services.”

On Sunday afternoon, before the first night at the new shelter, final preparations were underway. A local man had donated 10 military grade bunkbeds and Wilson-Bolton was heading out to buy mattresses. “Moving into a new site is like moving into a new house: It is exciting but you’re wondering where all your stuff is. And I’m trying not to make everyone crazy with my desire for organization.” WilsonBolton chuckled. “I try to make it fun. I can’t stand disorganization, but we pull it together because we have to and people depend on us.”

Along with the nightly shelter, laundry services are available every Friday and a hot meal for anyone in need is served every Wednesday at the First Presbyterian Church. “On a normal night we serve 600 meals.” During Thanksgiving this year, over 1,000 people were served.

SSP partners with local food pantries and is involved with food rescue, collecting 40,000 pounds of food monthly that would otherwise be discarded. The organization also works closely with Ventura County Behavioral Health. SSP is part of the countywide coordinated entry continuum of care, all geared toward finding housing and services for those in need.

RAINBOW OF SERVICES

“Just building units to put people in is not going to [solve homelessness],” Wilson-Bolton said, noting that “a rainbow of services” is needed and taxpayers need to understand the current costs of not properly funding effective efforts. “In 2018, three individuals cost the Ventura County healthcare system $7 million dollars. One of those people went to the emergency room 182 times in one year.” In her view, if that $7 million was used to house and provide $500 per month in managed care to those same three people, “we could house them for 114 years. Why wouldn’t taxpayers look at this problem differently?”

She said sometimes she hears a “myth” that when you provide services to the homeless it will draw people from elsewhere. “It’s a story people love to tell. Well, it’s a myth and I can prove it,” she said, recalling that last year at emergency shelter locations, there was a high of 32 people and a low of 7. “They are not coming in droves.”

Wilson-Bolton told one story of a homeless man who made his way to Santa Paula from Lancaster to be near the Todd Road jail when his girlfriend was released. “He was gone in two days.

We gotta be nice about this . . . provide grace to people in a tight space. I don’t want to just provide shelter, I want to help give them a normal life. You can’t shelter your way out of homelessness.”

Part of the rainbow of services has to include treatment for mental illness. She noted that it’s probably a two-way street between mental illness and homelessness — each leading to and contributing to the other. Those working to rehouse the homeless have to be able to determine proper care, whether the person can work or if they have an illness that prevents them from working.

As for obstacles to housing everyone, “Money is number one . . . two is the process.” She credited help from Mark Lorenzen, chief with the Ventura

A story of rehoming the homeless County Fire Department, for helping SSP move through the permitting process for the new shelter. The new building had a lot of work done after a structure fire in 2013. So the heating, air conditioning, electrical and kitchen upgrades had already been done.

Shelters need to be staffed as well. There are three SSP team members at the shelter each night, scheduled to sleep in shifts. “But you don’t really sleep. One eye open all the time,” Wilson-Bolton explained. “Either folks have bad habits, or are unhappy. They don’t want to be in the shelter but are grateful they are. There are many complex personality issues in the room at the same time. Our goal is just to love them, stay with them, encourage them and when they fall, get them back up.” SSP connects those who need greater support with agencies in the county that do the “heavy lifting” and rehousing.

“In the past two years I’ve seen an attitude change in my own community,” said WilsonBolton. “Half appreciate what we do, half don’t’ understand it, don’t think it necessary. You wouldn’t believe the calls I get in a week. Mothers with a baby in a room in a hotel, the boyfriend who has left and they don’t have any money. Just a sign of the times, I’m afraid. The need is huge.”

Wilson-Bolton works in real estate and is a property manager. “A $100 rent increase can make the difference on whether [tenants] can pay utilities . . . and everything begins to fall.” She said she doesn’t believe that folks are choosing homelessness. “In this country, when so many are prospering, a train is pulling in the opposite direction, pulling with it people into poverty.”

A one-day count in January 2019 found 1,669 homeless people in Ventura County, a 28.5 percent increase from 2018. 2017 health records in the county show that over 14,000 people who received care met the federal definition of homeless, with over 4,400 being literally homeless.

Wilson-Bolton pointed to the Marrufo family’s story of moving out of homelessness. “There is no fairy dust, no magic wand . . . just one at a time. Slow work takes time.” ♦

Spirit of Santa Paula’s permanent shelter, laundry (Friday, 7:30 a.m.-9a.m.) and drop-in services are now all provided at 1498 E. Harvard Blvd., Santa Paula. The Wednesday hot meal is served at the First Presbyterian Church, 121 Davis St., Santa Paula. The mobile Shower Pod (Friday, 9 a.m.-noon) is at El Buen Pastor Church, 1029 E. Santa Paula St. Se habla Español, Lupe Servin 805-427-4750. For other services and more information, call 805-340-5025 or visit www.spiritofsantapaula.org.

Kay Wilson-Bolton at the shelter with two helpers prepping dinner on Monday, Dec. 9. Photo by Kimberly Rivers.

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This is the short film fest’s second year, but Sadarangani acknowledges it’s really the first year of a full-scale production that features 39 films over two and a half days.

Each film is organized by category: values, power, identity, choice, self and perception.

The films will include such luminaries as Marissa Tomei, Minnie Driver, Katie Holmes, Jane Lynch, Kate Mulgrew and Marcia Cross. They are produced all over the world, including Portugal, Spain, Italy, Mexico, India, Australia, Israel, Sierra Leone and the U.S. They also include such themes as science fiction, comedy, drama, documentaries, animation and especially diversity and inclusion.

Sadarangani is thoughtful about his presentation. He believes his film selections are about more than just entertainment.

“It’s such an organic process looking at films and seeing how they could fit,” he said. “But when I see films from my point of view, I look at the overall message and story and try to touch upon various viewpoints of people wanting to express what they are experiencing.”

Highlights include such films as Bebaak (directed

by Shazia Iqbal; India) about an Indian Muslim woman seeking a college scholarship; Finding Phoebe (Sadé Clacken Joseph; U.S.), whose 17-year-old protagonist navigates modern life in West Baltimore; Tree #3 (Omer BenShachar, U.S.), in which a bit player in a middle school drama production stages a rebellion; Judas Collar (Alison James, Australia), a live action short following a camel fitted with a tracking device; and Black Hat (Sarah Smith, U.S.), about a Hasidic man living a double life.

It’s not easy to capture a thread of life’s rich tapestry in a 20-minute film. For the directors that have mastered this art, the festival is a rare opportunity to showcase their work. And who knows? You just might get your first glimpse of the film industry’s next big thing.

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According to Carolyn Mullin, executive director of the PACC, “This is a relationship that’s been in the works for years. It’s something I’ve been trying to facilitate since I came on in 2017 as event manager for the city [of Oxnard].” .Paak House is the first initiative of the musician’s Brandon Anderson Foundation, the nonprofit organization he started to “support and create initiatives that uplift, engage and support the community through access to the arts, supplemental education and unique experiences to expand the imagination.” It involves community outreach, sponsored events and summer and afterschool programs developed with the intention HOURS: Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. of creating a “safe haven” for youth in underserved Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Sunday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. communities.

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“Homegrown hero” .Paak could give the PACC a substantial boost, but he’s not the only player to show interest in the performing arts center. Oxnard musician Cola Boyy held a fundraiser there in August, and punk band Civil Conflict took to the stage with other Nardcore veterans in November (and will do so again on Sunday, Dec. 15, for Nardcore Navidad). In addition, Mullin has formed relationships with concert promoters such as Sterling Venue Ventures (of the Canyon Club) and Lazer Broadcasting.

So far, Mullin’s strategy has paid off, from a sold-out show featuring Baby Bash to a concert by GRAMMYwinner Lila Downs to Oxnard’s first film festival and a Day of the Dead celebration. Despite the constant threat of closure, the venue has remained active and popular — and operating in the black.

“By end of the year, I expect to have more than $100,000 saved and there will be more than $115,000 left over in the city’s set-aside subsidy for the PACC,” Mullin attests. “Meaning we can kickstart Jan. 1 without any interruption to service and with enough funding to support operations.”

In September, Mullin submitted to Oxnard City Council a proposal for operating the PACC, detailing its successful summer of programming as well as relationships with .Paak, Sterling and Lazer. The city has yet to respond, and the situation is getting desperate.

“The last city council meeting of the year is on Dec. 17,” Mullin says. “I’m about to lay off 50 employees. I don’t want to do that. And we have a viable solution.”

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Everything is fresh. Every dish is homemade. Voted among the best caterers in the Danny’s Deli offers a variety of desserts Ventura County Reporter’s Best of Reader’s to satisfy all cravings. Our delicious pies Poll we can help make your seasonal party are among the most popular dessert extra special this season. We’ve got a full items that we have and there are a large menu of tasty treats to meet your budget! variety of flavors to choose from. We also Lavish deli platters, vegetable and fruit serve freshly made pastries, carrot cakes, platters, dozens of dessert choices, and even cheesecakes, layered and Bundt cakes to potato pancakes (latkes) and blintzes to satisfy any craving. round out your holiday feast.

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The Garage: Ugly Christmas Sweater

Show with Hammerback, Wired and Flight 805, 8 p.m.

Grapes and Hops: Crosscut 805, 8 p.m.

Greater Goods: Rick and Jenny and

Oak and Main: Comedy Night with

Oak and Main: MiniDriver, 8 p.m.

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Ventura Harbor Comedy Club: Rainbow Comedy with Jennie McNulty, 7 p.m.; Jeff Urrea and friends, 9 p.m.

DJS Star Lounge: DJ Terry, 8 p.m.

OPEN MIC Boatyard: Bluegrass Jam, 5-9 p.m.

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The Tavern: Get Right DJ, 10 p.m.

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805 Bar: Kenny Devoe, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

1901 Speakeasy: Tex Pistols, 7:30-

The Garage: 8 p.m. with Spencer Keynote: Jam night, 8 p.m.

Rock & Roll Pizza: 7-10 p.m.

Sandbox: 6-8 p.m. with John Cater

The Greek: Kenny Devoe, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Leashless Brewing: Kevin Tate, 8 p.m.

Ojai Underground Exchange: Mark

Goldenberg and Charlie Rauh, 7:30 p.m.

Ventura Theater: Pete Yorn with Rain Phoenix, 8 p.m. P

Winchester’s: Two’s Company, 7-10 p.m.

The Winery: Barrelhouse Wailers CD

release party, 7-10 p.m. P COMEDY

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DJS Bogie’s: Club Night, 9 p.m.

Bombay: DJ Erok and DJ Cam, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Chinaland: Winter Dance Party with DJ J

Scratch and DJ Wicked, 9 p.m.

Margarita Villa: DJ NRG, 7:30 p.m.

Thirsty Ox: Fuego Friday, 10 p.m.

KARAOKE GiGi’s: 9 p.m. with Steve Luke Lookout Bar: 9 p.m. with Captain Kirk Ric’s: 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, 12/14

LIVE MUSIC 805 Bar: Kenny Devoe, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

1901 Speakeasy: Milo Sledge,

7:30-10:30 p.m.

Boatyard: Karen Eden, 7 p.m.

Café Fiore: The Collective The Canyon: Missing Persons and Josie

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Grapes and Hops: Mojo Monkeys, 8 p.m.

Greater Goods: Juarez, Blue Jay Blue and

Schlesinger and Haynes, 7-10 p.m.

Keynote: Sin Chonies Leashless Brewing: Mark Masson and

Orozco’s: Victor and Artis, 5:30 p.m.

Red Cove: The Barn Burners and The

friends, 7 p.m.

Keynote: Red Rhythm Sans Souci: The Hell Toupees, Deveros

tribute), 7 p.m.

Macadamians, 8 p.m.

and Dead River Rebels, 10 p.m.

The Shores: Alex Arriaga Star Lounge: Greg and the Gallows,

9 p.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Ojai): Fire Mist,

7 p.m.

MadeWest Brewing: The Yules, 4-6 p.m.

Oak and Main: Don’t Push (Sublime Ojai Underground Exchange: The Mini Bar Project with Petty/Chavez, 7:30 p.m.

Orozco’s: Victor and Artis, 5:30 p.m.

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Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center: Nardcore Navidad

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Ventura Harbor Comedy Club: Ron Kenney and Stephanie Blum, 8:15 p.m.

DJS Bogie’s: Club Night, 9 p.m.

Bombay: DJ Erok and DJ Cam, 10 p.m.-1:45 a.m.

El Rey (Ventura): 9:30 p.m.

Margarita Villa: DJ Primo, 7:30 p.m.

Thirsty Ox: DJs all day

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Harbor Cove Café: Ukelele jam with Gary Ballen and the Kool Hand Ukes, 10 a.m.

KARAOKE GiGi’s: 9 p.m. with Steve Luke

Lookout Bar: 9 p.m. with Blue Jay Ric’s: 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, 12/15

Trio, 7 p.m.

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Peirano’s: Lauren Hall, 12-2 p.m.

Sandbox Coffeehouse: No Class, 12-3 p.m.

Topa Mountain Winery: Thornhill, Monahan and Young, 3-5 p.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Ojai): Tom Lennon,

3 p.m.

Winchester’s: Karyn 805, 5-8 p.m. P The Winery: Rachel Flowers, 5-8 p.m. P COMEDY

Ventura Harbor Comedy Club: All Star

Showcase, 7 p.m.

Bottle & Pint (Newbury Park): King Trivia, 7 p.m.

Copper Blues: 7 p.m.

Fratelli’s: King Trivia, 6:30 p.m.

Poinsettia Pavilion: Poinsettia Pavilion Ballroom Dance Club, 7:30-9:45 p.m.

Tuesday, 12/17

LIVE MUSIC Bogie’s: A Bit of Holiday Jazz, 7:30 p.m.

Café Fiore: The Six Copa Cubana: Jerry McWorter Trio, 7-9 p.m.

Client: Rock GiGi’s: CityWhite Studios Elephant Christmas Party

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Tipsy Goat: ROCKSTAR Karaoke, 10 p.m.

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Anacapa Brewing: Trivia Night, 8 p.m.

Bar Rincon at Whole Foods: King Trivia,

7 p.m.

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The Canyon: Country dance lessons, 6:30

p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.; Line dancing and two-stepping with DJ Josh Kelly and special guests

Thirsty Ox: Game day/night

Rock City Studios welcomes mermaid rockers The Aqua Dolls on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m.

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PFLAG VENTURA 7 p.m. A meeting offering support, education and advocacy for families and allies of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, non-binary and queer community members.

FREE. For more info call: 805-765-1672.

Community Resource Center, 2471 Portola Road, Ventura. www.pflagventura.wordpress.com.

WEDNESDAY

GET YOUR LIGHTS ON at two local events that have become a holiday tradition for many Ventura County families.

43rd ANNUAL PARADE OF LIGHTS and FIREWORKS Friday, Dec. 13, and Saturday, Dec. 14. Boats of all shapes and sizes, sail and power, are decked out for the holidays with colorful lights and decorations, with a parade capped off by a holiday firework show. This years theme is – SEAing is Believing – giving a wink to the magic of the season.

This two day event offers carnival rides, warm drinks and waterfront dining. Fireworks show at 8 p.m. Vote online for the People’s Choice Award for the best lighting display. Ventura Harbor, 1575 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura. www. venturaharborvillage.com.

THURSDAY

THE SOMIS THURSDAY CLUB 11:15 a.m.

Join the local women’s club for a catered lunch and Christmas music favorites performed by the Off Beats Jazz Band – a program of Save Our Kids Music, an organization funding music in the Pleasant Valley Unified School District. $15 per person for lunch. Visitors and potential members welcome. RSVP to 805-388-1275. Somis Thursday Club, 5380 Bell Street, Somis. www. somisthursdayclub.org.

2ND ANNUAL UGLY SWEATER PARTY 5-9 p.m. Enjoy food truck fare, live music, cookie decorating and Topa Mountain wines all to benefit Ojai Youth Entertainers Studio (OYES). Wear that fabulous seater for the Ugly Sweater Contest. $10 (under 21) $25 (over 21). Topa Mountain Winery, 821 West Ojai Avenue, Ojai. www.oyespresents.org.

HOLIDAY MIX AND MINGLE 5:30-8 p.m. Men and women interested in business growth and personal development will be gathering to discuss plans and aspirations for the coming year. Appetizers and a no host bar.

Hosted by the Ventura County Professional Women’s Network. FREE, registration required.

The Greek, at Ventura Harbor, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura. www.vcpwn.org.

CRAFTY CREATIONS – ORNAMENTS 7-9 p.m. Teaching artist Mariann Romero will share some fabulous techniques for making sweet holiday ornaments. This pay what you can class if for everyone 12 and over.

Registration required – 805-525-5554. Santa Paula Art Museum, 117 North 10th Street, Santa Paula. www.santapaulaartmuseum.org.

FRIDAY

OJAI SHORT FILM FESTIVAL Dec. 13-15, various showtimes and venues. Short films from around the world screened. $15 - $35. VIP passes available. Sane Living Center, 316 E. Matilija Street, Ojai. www.ojaishortfilmfest.com.

THE NUTCRACKER Dec. 13-15, various times. The 12th Annual performance of this classic holiday story, performed by the Ventura County Ballet and Ventura County College Symphony Orchestra bringing the magic alive on stage. Ventura performances next week, details online. $40. Oxnard Performing Arts 22 —

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54th ANNUAL PARADE OF LIGHTS Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. This festive and family focused event is a great holiday event that revelers and seasonal grinches alike can love. Who doesn’t love the look of lit up boats on the water?

Come spend the day at the harbor browsing the holiday arts and crafts booths. Bring the kids to take a leap into the 36 tons of snow, and have a pic snapped with Jolly Old St. Nick himself from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The holiday caroling starts at 6 p.m. at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, where you can also enjoy the lighting of the mast at Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard. www.venturacountyballet.com.

SATURDAY

DARTS TOURNAMENT AND TOY DRIVE 2 p.m. The Ventura County Darts Association is hosting a tournament and every entry must include an unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots Toy Drive. The Bench Warmer, 1855 East Main Street, Ventura. www.vcda.org.

UGLY SWEATER 5K AND DONUT DASH 8:30 a.m. Run, walk, dash, eat donuts. And don’t forget your ugly holiday sweater. Or you can just run. Details online. $35-$40 registration.

Community Center Park, 1605 East Burnley Street, Camarillo. https://runsignup.com/Race/ Events/CA/Camarillo/Camarillo5KDonutDash VENTURA RIVER TO SEA CLEAN-UP 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join the Ventura Surfrider Chapter to clean up part of the watershed. Meet at Emma Wood Group Camp, Emma Wood Campground, Ventura.

PURRS AND PAWS HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE AND MARKETPLACE 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Shop for the holidays to benefit the Humane Society of Ventura County. Explore the marketplace of over 30 curated local vendors and small businesses, including a bake sale. FREE admission. Chaparral Auditorium, 414 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai. www.hsvc.org.

57th ANNUAL CAMARILLO CHRISTMAS PARADE 10 a.m. With Grand Marshalls Julie Zingerman, rocket scientist and Col. James M. Kelly, retired NASA Astronaut, this parade will take you to the stars for the holidays with the theme of A Cosmic Christmas.

Starting at Temple Avenue the route ends at the Community Center, Camarillo. Live music, horses and a Christmas parade is not complete without Santa Claus. Camarillo.

THE NUTCRACKER 2 p.m. Footworks Youth Ballet presents the holiday classic with singers of the Carpe Diem Chorus. The cast of over 60 children and teens will weave the story of Clara and the Rat King with a live orchestra and dazzling costumes. Come an hour early to learn about the backstage operations, ballet history and music of the show. $19-$29. Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard. www.footworksyouthballet.org.

HOLIDAY CELEBRATION AND OPEN HOUSE 5-7 p.m. Explore the port and celebrate the holiday. Port of Hueneme, 333 Ponoma Street,

the museum. The parade starts at 7 p.m. in front of Peninsula Park, with the theme, Musical Notes and Holiday Floats. Boats alight with holiday glow will make the loop twice down the main channel and back to the Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club. Channel Islands Harbor, 3900 Pelican Way, Oxnard. www. channelislandsharbor.org.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC SONG CIRCLE 7-10 p.m. Come raise your voice in song.

All level are welcome to this circle led by Pat Cronin. Got questions? Call 805-236-7958.

Instrumental Music Store, 1501 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks.

THURSDAY

CHANNEL ISLANDS GULLS MONTHLY LUNCHEON 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Help raise funds for local charities. December spotlight on the Lighthouse for Women and Children. $30. Registration required: cigullsreservations@gmail.com or 805-382-1644. Spanish Hills Country Club, 999 Crestview Avenue, Camarilo. www.channelislandsgulls.org.

BILINGUAL TOASTMASTERS 6:30 p.m.

Improve your leadership and communication skills in English and Spanish with this friendly and supportive group seeking new members.

Meets every Thursday. Got questions? Call 805433-3027. St. John’s Hospital (Room KL1 or CR2, Garden Level), 1600 North Rose Avenue, Oxnard. www.2224.toastmastersclubs.org.

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Port Hueneme. www.portofhueneme.org.

LAS POSADAS and the opening of VIRGENCITAS 5-8 p.m. Meet local artists and explore artwork featuring the Virgin Mary.

FREE. Agriculture Museum of Santa Paula, 926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula.

ADRIENNE RUBIN BOOK SIGNING 5-7 p.m.

Diamonds and Scoundrels show how the author operated in a male dominated industry, the world of fine jewelry and built a life and business, Avanti Fine Jewelry in Beverly Hills.

Bank of Books, 748 East Main Street, Ventura.

SUNDAY

MURPHY CARS AND CHRISTMAS 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Santa’s cookies and free Hot Wheels!

Bring an unwrapped toy for the toy drive. $5.

The Murphy Auto Museum, 1930 Eastman, Oxnard. www.murphyautomuseum.org.

CREATE COLLAGES 12-3 p.m. Foster your creativity and get inspired. Kids and their families are invited to come build collages inspired by fine art photographer Marjorie Salvaterra.

Express ideas and emotions by using black and white images from magazines. FREE. Please register online. California Museum of Art, Thousand Oaks, The Oaks, 350 West Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. www.cmato.org.

AUDITIONS Dec. 15 and 16, 5:30-8 p.m.

Open audition call for all parts in stage play Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike by Christopher Durang. Show will run weekends March 20-April 12 in Ojai and is directed by Linda Livingston. Details, cast info and audition requirements online at www.ojaiact.org/ auditions. Ojai Art Center, Raymund Room, 113 South Montgomery Street, Ojai.

MONDAY

THE SOUND OF MY VOICE 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. The musical biography of Linda Ronstadt explores success, styles and impact. A screening of the Oxnard Film Society. Plaza Cinemas 14, 255 West 5th Street, Oxnard. www.oxnardfilmsociety.org.

TUESDAY

WOMEN’S ECONOMIC VENTURES PROGRAM ORIENTATION 12-1 p.m. This FREE meeting will help budding entrepreneurs and those wanting to expand their business. Registration required:

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Dec. 13-15. Thousand Oaks Repertory presents the Charles Dickens tale about the miserly Scrooge, visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve. $30. Bank of America Performing Arts Center, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., 805-449-2787, bapacthousandoaks.com.

ELF THE MUSICAL Dec. 14-29. A human raised by elves go searching for his father in New York City in this family musical production based on the hit film. $20-25. Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave., Simi, 805-583-7900, simi-arts.org.

CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE OF ROXIE RAY Saturday, Dec. 14, 5 p.m. “Art teaches you humility, as does life,” is a saying of Roxie Ray. She was a well known and loved local artist, philanthropist, and community advocate who died peacefully in her home last October from cancer. She asked that her memorial be “full of laughter and fond memories.” In lieu of flowers please give to the “Roxie Ray Artist Endowment Fund, care of VCCF, 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd., Suite A, Camarillo.

Those who knew Roxie or her paintings and want to celebrate her life are invited to this public potluck celebration. Studio Channel Islands, 2222 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo.

THE NUTCRACKER REVEALED Dec. 13-14.

The Gold Coast Theatre Conservatory in association with Young Artists Ensemble present a silly play in one act inspired by the famous ballet. $10. Hillcrest Center for the Arts, 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Ventura, 805-381-2747, hillcrestarts.com.

ONGOING THEATER CHRISTMAS MAGIC 2019 Through Dec. 15.

Actors from the previous season’s theatrical productions sing songs, tell stories and more. $23-25.

High Street Arts Center, 45 E. High St., Moorpark, 805-529-8700, highstreetartscenter.com.

FOREVER PLAID: PLAID TIDINGS Through Dec. 29. The Rubicon presents this holiday update to the popular Forever Plaid, where four young singers from the 1950s return to bring harmony through song and dance.

Previews through Dec. 13. Opening night gala on Dec. 14. $34-150. Rubcon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main St., Ventura, 805667-2900, www.rubicontheatre.org.

LOST IN YONKERS Through Dec. 15. Neil Simon’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play about two teenage brothers sent to live with an eccentric family in New York City in 1942. $22-24.

Santa Paula Theater Center, 125 S. Seventh St., Santa Paula, 805-525-4645, www.santapaulatheatercenter.org.

SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL Through Dec. 15. A delightful holiday musical the whole family can enjoy, starring several beloved Dr. Seuss characters. $10-24. Ojai ACT, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-646-0117, www.ojaiact.org.

TOO MANY TAMALES Through Dec. 15.

Wacky hijinks ensue when the extended family of an only child descends on her house on Christmas Eve. A family-friendly musical production by Teatro de las Américas. In Spanish and English with supertitles. $5-20. The Elite, 2731 S. Victoria Ave., Oxnard, 805-983-2876, teatrodelasamericas.org.

OPENING ART AGRICULTURE MUSEUM Opening Dec. 14: Virgencitas, artwork of the Virgin Mary. Opening reception on Saturday, Dec. 14, 5-8 p.m., followed by Las Posadas. Through Dec. 15: Unbridled with the Compton Cowboys, Courtney Ellzey’s photographs of modern-day urban cowboys working with at-risk youth. Includes

vcreporter.com artifacts from the Compton Junior Posse Youth Equestrian Program. Through Dec. 2019: Throwing Shade, the coast live oak tree and its woodland community. Ongoing: Antique farm-

agency and the universal bonds that connect us. A variety of programs will accompany this exhibition, which marks the one-year anniversary of the Borderline shooting and the

0612, www.heidibeal.com.

HILLCREST CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Jan. 6, 2020. Bring on the Color!

403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 805-

BIRDING AT THE SANTA CLARA RIVER ESTUARY/SURFERS KNOLL Sunday, Dec. 15, 8 a.m. Get out on the beach with Ventura Audubon Society for this fun field trip to hopefully spot several shorebird species. Learn gull and tern identification. Bring your field guides if you have them. Led by Tevin Schmitt. Questions? Call: 661-904-1563. Meet at Surfer’s Knoll parking lot, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura. Photo by Alexis Frangis, CA State Parks. ing equipment and various displays relating to the history of agriculture in Ventura County. 926 Railroad Ave., Santa Paula, 805-525-3100 or www.venturamuseum.org.

POPPIES ARTS AND GIFTS Dec. 13-31. Acrylic, watercolor, collage and mixed media works by Wana Klasen. Opening reception on Friday, Dec. 13, 5-7 p.m. 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-7980033, www.poppiesartandgifts.com.

ONGOING ART 481 NORTH VENTURA AVENUE Through Dec. 2019. Eyes on the Westside, a temporary art installation by De Anza Academy of Technology and the Arts students celebrating the Westside’s diversity and community. www.insideoutproject. net/en/group-actions/united-states-ventura.

ATRIUM GALLERY Through Jan. 7, 2020.

County Employee, Retiree Show. Reception and awards ceremony on Friday, Dec. 13, 5:30-7 p.m. Closed weekends; free; 8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays at the Ventura County Hall of Administration, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura.

More information at www.VCArtscouncil.org.

THE BASIC PREMISE Through Dec. 14. The Individuation, collage and mixed media works

by Vanessa Wallace-Gonzales that explore the act of self-creation. 918 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, www.thebasicpremisegallery.com.

BEATRICE WOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Dec. 28: Small Treasures, selections from members of the Ventura County Potters Guild; and Ojai Studio Artists Salon: Impressions. 8585 Ojai-Santa Paula Road, Ojai, 805-646-3381, www.beatricewood.com.

BELL ARTS FACTORY STUDIO #79 Through Dec. 2019. Prism, a large-scale painting/immersive art installation by Aliza J. Bejarano that captures the inner child. 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-836-2787, bellartsfactory.org.

BLACKBOARD GALLERY Through Dec. 14.

Illuminated, artwork made with light by Linda Sue Price, David Isakson and “Neon Queen” Lisa Schulte. Studio Channel Islands, 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368, studiochannelislands.org.

BUENAVENTURA ART ASSOCIATION GALLERY Through Dec. 24. Annual Small Image Show, works less than 14 inches. 432 N. Ventura Ave., Studio 30, Ventura, 805-6481235 or www.buenaventuraartassociation.org.

CALIFORNIA MUSEUM OF ART THOUSAND OAKS Through Feb. 16, 2020. Empathy: Beneath the Surface, multidisciplinary perspectives on the idea of empathy, personal

Woolsey Fire. 350 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 805-405-5240, cmato.org.

CALIFORNIA OIL MUSEUM Through Feb. 16, 2020: Vintage Toy Wonderland: Memories of Our Youth from 1960s-1980s. Ongoing: Permanent petroleum exhibits as well as rotating exhibits of science, transportation and history. 1001 E. Main St., Santa Paula, 805933-0076 or www.caoilmuseum.org.

CAM STUDIO GALLERY Through Jan. 2, 2020. Trabaj/ho, Latinx and Filipinx artists (many from Oxnard) creating work about shared history and experiences. 329 N. Fifth St., Oxnard, 805-240-7347, www.carnegieam. org/cam-studio-gallery.

CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM Through Dec. 30: 2019 American Society of Marine Artists West Juried Regional Exhibition, the finest in contemporary marine art.

Ongoing: Port of Hueneme and Dutch Skies: Four Centuries of Seascape Paintings. 3900 Bluefin Circle in the Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, 805-984-6260 or www.cimmvc.org.

COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Through Jan. 26, 2020: Fall Colors. 147 N. Brent St., Ventura, www.buenaventuraartassociation.org.

FIRST FRIDAYS VENTURA The first Friday of every month, several local galleries open their doors to celebrate and promote Ventura’s art scene. Locations and more information at www.firstfridaysventura.com.

FIRST SATURDAYS STUDIO CHANNEL ISLANDS The first Saturday of every month, artists at Studio Channel Islands welcome visitors into their studios to watch them create art. 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368 or studiochannelislands.org.

FOX FINE JEWELRY Through Jan. 18, 2020.

Rising From the Ashes, works that celebrate growth and recovery by seven artists who lost their homes in the Thomas Fire. 560 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-652-1800 or www.foxfinejewelry.com.

H GALLERY Through Dec. 14: White Rabbit, a group exhibition focusing on bad omens, folklore and superstition. Through Dec. 31: Captain Howdy (Dab Art Quarterly). 1793 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-626-8876 or www.dabart.me.

HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY AND GIFTS Through Jan. 19, 2020. Holiday members’ show. 1559 Spinnaker Drive, #106, Ventura, 805-644-2750.

HEIDI F. BEAL STUDIO Opened Dec. 7. On Palace Grounds, mixed media works inspired by fertility and holy ground. 2741 Victoria Ave., Suite A, Fisherman’s Wharf, Oxnard, 805-712-

381-1244, www.conejoarts.org.

JOHN SPOOR BROOME LIBRARY GALLERY Through Jan. 10, 2020. Royal Chicano Airforce: Veterana Show. CSU, Channel Islands, 1 University Drive, Camarillo, 805437-2772 or art.csuci.edu.

KWAN FONG GALLERY Through Jan. 3, 2020.

Humanizing the Other, nuanced portraits of Mexicans and Mexican Americans by Salomón Huerta. California Lutheran University, 120 Memorial Parkway, Thousand Oaks, 805-4933697, blogs.callutheran.edu/kwanfong/.

LATITUDES FINE ART GALLERY Ongoing.

The photographic collections of Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue, including color and black and white images of local landmarks, beautiful scenery and coastal wildlife. Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. 401 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-279-1221, www.latitudesfineart.com.

MULLIN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Ongoing.

The museum pays homage specifically to the art deco and machine-age design eras (19181941). All tickets must be purchased in advance, online. 1421 Emerson Ave., Oxnard, 805-3855400 or www.mullinautomotivemuseum.com.

MURPHY AUTO MUSEUM Ongoing. More than 75 vintage cars and trucks from every period, in a 30,000-square-foot facility. 1930 Eastman Ave., Oxnard, 805-487-4333 or www.murphyautomuseum.org.

MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY Through Jan. 19, 2020 Woven Earth, handwoven baskets from California’s native communities.

Through Feb. 23, 2020: California Cool: Midcentury Modernism on the Central Coast, interior and graphic design, architecture, and urban development from 1945 to 1965 in Ventura County. Ongoing: Fine art, historical artifacts, an interactive Chumash Gallery and the George Stuart Historical Figures Collection®. 100 E. Main St., Ventura, 805653-0323 or venturamuseum.org.

OJAI ART CENTER Through Jan. 2, 2020.

Celebration and Joy, Ojai Art Center’s 80th birthday exhibit featuring works of celebration and joy. 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805646-0117 or www.ojaiartcenter.org.

OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM Through Jan. 19, 2020: Legacy: Krishnamurti and Ojai, an exploration of the life, influence and followers of Jiddu Krishnamurti. Ongoing: A collection of art, artifacts, photographs and paper ephemera relating to Ojai, housed in former St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. 130 W. Ojai Ave., 805640-1390 or www.ojaivalleymuseum.org.

OVA ARTS Ongoing. Fine art and contemporary crafts by 39 artists, including Merilee Eaton, Gayel Childress and Peggie Williamson. Ceramic arts, sculpture and textiles by local artisans. 238 Ojai Ave., Ojai, 805-646-5682 or ojaivalleyartists.com.

PACIFIC COAST ART Through Feb. 1, 2020.

A Retrospective: Tkachenko and Johnson, drawings by the late Eugene Tkachenko and abstract expressionist works by the late Stan Johnson. 2401 Eastman Ave., Unit 21, Oxnard, 805-216-2107, @pacificcoastart.

PACIFIC VIEW MALL Ongoing. The Ventura County Arts Council Arts Collective is now open on the second level near Sears. Various works by local artists. See artists as they work.

Workshops and classes for kids and adults offered periodically. 3301 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-676-1540 or www.shoppacificview.com.

PORCH GALLERY Through Dec. 14. Ojai Studio Artists: Small Works. 310 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-620-7589, porchgalleryojai.com.

REAGAN LIBRARY Through Jan. 5: Christmas Around the World, decorated trees representing the 26 countries that Ronald Reagan visited while in office. Through April 12, 2020: Egypt’s Lost Cities, statues, vessels and other artifacts over 1,000 years old excavated from Abukir Bay. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 805522-2977, www.reaganfoundation.org.

RINCON BREWERY Through Nov. 30. Ventura Land Trust’s Nature Photography Contest and Exhibit, featuring the work of 40 finalists.

4100 Telegraph Road, Ventura, www.venturalandtrust.org.

SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Through March 8, 2020: Art About Agriculture, presented annu-

ally by the Ag Art Alliance. Through Jan. 12, 2020: Beyond Function: Fiber, Wood and Clay, art by weaver Michael Rohde, woodworker Michael Adams and potter Nate Pidduck. 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula, 805-525-5554 or www.santapaulaartmuseum.org.

SESPE CREEK COLLECTIVE Ongoing. The Pot Lifer Museum presents letters, stories, photographs and more showcasing a dozen people serving life sentences for non-violent cannabis crimes. Must be 21+ with a valid ID or 18+ with a valid recommendation. 408 Bryant Circle, Suite C, Ojai, 855-722-9333 or sespe.org.

THIRD FRIDAYS OJAI The third Friday of every month, local galleries and shops open their doors to celebrate and promote Ojai’s art scene. Locations and more information at www.facebook.com/OjaiVillageExperience/.

TOOL ROOM GALLERY Through Dec. 18.

Portraits: A Worldly Perspective, portraits from all over the country, made by an international group of artists. Bell Arts Factory, 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-836-2787, bellartsfactory.org.

VITA ART CENTER Through Dec. 20. Re-collec-tion, small works by Richard Amend, MB Hanrahan, Linda Ekstrom, John White and other outstanding artists who have shown at the gallery over the past 11 years; and Nine + One (Cabadagray Gallery). 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214, www.vitaartcenter.com.

WILLIAM ROLLAND GALLERY Through Jan. 9, 2020: Key Frames: A Celebration of Animation and Production Art, featuring concept art, storyboards, character design and more. California Lutheran University, 160 Overton Court, Thousand Oaks, 805-493♦ 3697, rollandgallery.callutheran.edu.

MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET Through Dec. 15. A department store Santa claims he’s the real deal, and goes to court to prove it. A radio drama staged live with Foley sound effects and plenty of caroling. $15. 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-4953715, www.conejoplayers.org.

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have a new roommate, and she’s uncomfortable with the cameras in the common areas (living room and kitchen). This became an issue for her after I saw video of her being careless with my furniture and texted her and asked her to stop. My last roommate had no problem with the cameras, which I got after my home was broken into. My current roommate knew the deal when she moved in, but now she’s very uncomfortable and complains about this constantly, saying it’s affecting her mental health. She wants the cameras either removed or turned off when she’s home.

— Annoyed

by amy alkon Sure, Socrates said at his trial, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” This reflected his love of the pursuit of wisdom, not a desire to be under constant surveillance by his roommate and get random texts like “No sandals on the couch, dude!”

Consider why your roommate might take issue with living in a two-person police state. Privacy, as explained by legal scholar Alan Westin, involves people’s right to choose what information about themselves gets released to others. Our longing for privacy comes out of our evolved concern for protecting our reputation — others’ perception of the sort of person we are. This became vital when ancestral humans started living cooperatively, improving their chances for survival by sharing food, work, and defense against the elements and murderous strangers.

Having a rotten reputation could get a person booted from their band and made to go it alone — not a good thing at a time when “getting dinner” meant outracing and bludgeoning a rodent.

Our reputation has a guard dog, and it’s an emotion that gets a bad rap: shame. Contrary to popular belief, shame is not “unhealthy” or “toxic.” Cross-cultural research by evolutionary psychologist Daniel Sznycer suggests that shame is actu-

ally a social status management tool that helps us avoid being downgraded by others. Sznycer and his colleagues explain that the desire to avoid the feelbad of shame motivates us to “conceal damaging information” about ourselves and often deters us from behaving in icky, dishonest, or unfair ways so we preserve our social standing.

The need to guard our reputation makes us behave differently when we have an audience. Knowing we are on camera removes a measure of freedom from us — freedom to relax

fairest to turn the cameras off when she’s home or only have them in the entryways and outside windows. The cameras should be for safety purposes — so you can alert the cops when a burglar has popped in — not so you have indisputable proof that your roommate has been chipping away at your leftover Chinese takeout.

Between A Lock And A Hard Place My upstairs neighbors, a lesbian couple, are my best friends. We have keys to each other’s apartments and just walk in and out. I love this, but I don’t want them walking in when I’m with a guy. If I call them to tell them I have plans and it’s just a hookup, I’ll get disapproving looks and lectures about how I won’t be able to handle it, will be miserable, etc. How can I keep them from walking in and also keep them from knowing what I’m up to?

— Downstairs Neighbor

Consider why your roommate might take issue with living in a two-person police state. and be ourselves. Consider, for example, the mealtime version of “Dance like nobody’s watching”: “Eat lunch like a member of the Donner Party.”

Yes, your roommate knew about the cameras before she moved in.

But a good deal of social science research finds that we’re pretty bad at predicting how we’ll actually react to things. Also, we can’t just choose to power down the reputation-driven anxiety we feel when we know we’re being watched. Ultimately, it seems

There are things your friends don’t need to know about you, and “Who wears the Jimmy Carter mask when you’re in bed?” is one of the biggies.

You can hang some item on your doorknob — a little charm, an elas-

tic bracelet, etc. — to signal to your neighbors, “Um, now is not a good time!” (and, of course, let them know this new code). To solve the other part of your problem — unsolicited opinions about your sex life — consider using “strategic ambiguity.” Organizational communications researcher Eric Eisenberg points out that clear communication is not always in our best interest.

Sometimes, being purposely vague, leaving room for “multiple interpretations,” is ideal, reducing conflict and preserving relationships.

Basically, you need to pair a clear message about when it’s a bad time to come in with an unclear message about why. This transforms a sign that would’ve meant one particular thing — I’ve ordered in from Tinder Eats — into a sign that could mean any number of things: I’m sick. I’m napping. I’m on a phone call. I’m spread-eagled over a mirror trying to decide whether Martin, my mole, is cancerous. (c)2019, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved. Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon, 171 Pier Ave, #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405, or e-mail AdviceAmy@aol.com. @amyalkon on Twitter. Weekly podcast: blogtalkradio.com/amyalkon Order Amy Alkon’s new book, “Unf*ckology: A Field Guide to Living with Guts and Confidence,” (St. Martin’s Griffin, 2018).

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES

(March 21-April 19):

“Nobody knows really what they’re doing,” says Aries comedian Conan O’Brien. “And there are two ways to go with that information,” he continues.

“One is to be afraid, and the other is to be liberated, and I choose to be liberated by it.” I hope you’ll be inspired by O’Brien’s example in the coming weeks, Aries. I suspect that if you shed your worries about the uncertainty you feel, you’ll trigger an influx of genius. Declaring your relaxed independence from the temptation to be a know-it-all will bless you with expansive new perspectives and freedom to move.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20):

Creativity expert Roger von Oech tells us, “Everyone has a ‘risk muscle.’ You keep it in shape by trying new things. If you don’t, it atrophies. Make a point of using it at least once a day.” Here’s what I’ll add to his advice. If your risk muscle is flabby right now, the coming weeks will be an excellent time to whip it into better shape. Start with small, modest risks, and gradually work your way up to bigger and braver ones. And what should you do if your risk muscle is already well-toned? Dream and scheme about embarking on a major, long-term venture that is the robust embodiment of a smart gamble.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20):

Many people engage in laughably feeble attempts to appear witty by being cynical — as if by exuding sardonic irony and sneering pessimism they could prove their mettle as brilliant observers of modern culture. An example is this lame wisecrack from humorist David Sedaris: “If you’re looking for sympathy you’ll find it between s--- and syphilis in the dictionary.” I bring this to your attention in the hope of coaxing you to avoid indulging in gratuitous pessimism during the coming weeks. For the sake

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of your good health, it’s important for you to be as open-minded and generous-spirited as possible.

And besides that, pessimism will be unwarranted.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22):

“You can shop online and find whatever you’re looking for,” writes pundit Paul Krugman, “but bookstores are where you find what you weren’t looking for.” That’s a good principle to apply in every area of your life. It’s always smart to know exactly what you need and want, but sometimes — like now — it’s important that you put yourself in position to encounter what you need and want but don’t realize that you need and want.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22):

Bachianas Brasileiras is a nine-part piece of music that blends Brazilian folk music with the compositional style of Johann Sebastian Bach. The poet Anne Sexton relied on it, letting it re-play ceaselessly during her long writing sessions. My painter friend Robin sometimes follows a similar method with Leonard Cohen’s album Ten New Songs, allowing it to cycle for hours as she works on her latest masterpiece. In accordance with astrological omens, I invite you to select a new theme song or collection of theme songs to inspire your intense efforts in behalf of your labors of love in the coming weeks. It’s a favorable time to explore the generative power of joyous, lyrical obsession.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

“I’ve spent my life butting my head against other people’s lack of imagination,” mourned Virgo musician Nick Cave, who’s renowned for his original approach to his craft. I’m bringing this to your attention because I suspect you will be endowed with an extra fertile imagination in the coming weeks. And I would hate for you to waste time and energy trying to make full use of it in the presence of influences

that would resist and discourage you. Therefore, I’ll cheer you on as you seek out people and situations that enhance your freedom to express your imagination in its expansive glory.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

A scholar counted up how often the Bible delivers the command “Fear not!” and “Don’t be afraid!” and similar advice. The number was 145. I don’t think that approach to regulating behavior works very well. To be constantly thinking about what you’re not supposed to do and say and think about tends to strengthen and reinforce what you’re not supposed to do and say and think about. I prefer author Elizabeth Gilbert’s strategy. She writes, “I don’t try to kill off my fear. I make all that space for it. Heaps of space. I allow my fear to live and breathe and stretch out its legs comfortably. It seems to me the less I fight my fear, the less it fights back.” That’s the method I recommend for you, Libra — especially in the coming weeks.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

Isaac Newton (1642–1726) was one of history’s most influential scientists and a key contributor to physics, astronomy, mathematics, and optics. His mastery of the nuances of human relationships was less developed, however. He had one close friendship with a Swiss mathematician, though he broke it off abruptly after four years. And his biographers agree that he never had sex with another person.

What I find most curious, however, is the fact that he refused to even meet the brilliant French philosopher Voltaire, who reached out to him and asked to get together. I trust you won’t do anything like that in the coming weeks, Scorpio. In fact, I urge you to be extra receptive to making new acquaintances, accepting invitations, and expanding your circle of influence.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

How did humans figure out that a luxurious fabric could be made from the cocoons of insect larvae?

Ancient Chinese sage Confucius told the following story. One day in 2460 B.C., 14-year-old Chinese princess Xi Ling Shi was sitting under a mulberry tree sipping tea. A silk worm’s cocoon fell off a branch and landed in her drink. She was curious, not bothered. She unrolled the delicate structure and got the idea of using the threads to weave a fabric. The rest is history. I foresee a silk-worm’s-cocoon-falling-inyour-cup-of-tea type of event in your future, Sagittarius. Be alert for it.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

“It is the soul’s duty to be loyal to its own desires,” wrote Capricorn author Rebecca West. “It must abandon itself to its master passion.” That’s a high standard to live up to! But then you Capricorns have substantial potential to do just that: become the champions of devoting practical commitment to righteous causes. With that in mind, I’ll ask you: How are you doing in your work to embody the ideal that Rebecca West articulated? Is your soul loyal to its deepest desires? Has it abandoned itself to its master passion? Take inventory—and make any corrections, if necessary.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

I would never try to talk you into downplaying or denying your suffering. I would never try to convince you that the pain you have experienced is mild or tolerable or eminently manageable. Who among us has the wisdom to judge the severity or intractability of anyone else’s afflictions? Not I. But in the coming months, I will ask you to consider the possibility that you have the power — perhaps more than you realize — to diminish your primal aches and angst. I will encourage you to dream of healing yourself in ways that you have previously imagined to be impossible.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20):

“You owe it to us all to get on with what you’re good at,” wrote Piscean poet W. H. Auden. In other words, you have a responsibility to develop your potential and figure out how to offer your best gifts. It’s not just a selfish act for you to fulfill your promise; it’s a generous act of service to your fellow humans. So how are you doing with that assignment, Pisces?

According to my analysis, you should be right in the middle of raising your efforts to a higher octave; you should be discovering the key to activating the next phase of your success — which also happens to be the next phase of your ability to bestow blessings on others.

Homework: Resolved: The answer to a pressing question will come within 72 hours after you do a ritual in which you ask for clarity. FreeWillAstrology. com.

Go to RealAstrology.com to check out Rob Brezsny’s expanded weekly audio horoscopes and daily text message horoscopes. The audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1-877-873-4888 or 1-900-950-7700.

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LEGAL Legal Notices SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2019-00536077CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed NOV 15 2019, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, P.O. Box 6489, Ventura, CA 93006-6489, Civil Division.

PETITION OF: JAIRUS VIDAL KLEEFISCH FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: JAIRUS VIDAL KLEEFISCH filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: JAIRUS VIDAL KLEEFISCH to KOURTNEY KATE VIDAL. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter 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: Date: 12-302019. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: 21.

The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, P.O. Box 6489, Ventura, CA 93006-6489, Civil Division.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week each week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER. Date: NOV 15 2019. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, /s/ Michael D. Planet, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: ELIZABETH MULLER, Deputy Clerk.

PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26065 LIEN-SALE AUCTION AT MEATHEAD MINI STORAGE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facilities Act (California Business & Professions Code Section 21700 et seq.). The undersigned will sell at public auction by competitive bidding on Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11:00 AM. on the premises where the property has been stored and which are located at Meathead Mini Storage, 1401 Maulhardt Avenue, Oxnard, California, the following: Mark Colopy Unit# 507 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Jessica Fritz Unit# 225 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Tanya Lehoux Unit# 306 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Kala Ajanaku Unit# 1007

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Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Andre Latrelle Britt Unit# 115 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Laura Tanger Unit# 956 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Laura Tanger Unit# 957 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Laureena Campos Unit# 223 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Jim Gay Unit# 212 Miscellaneous personal and/or commercial property Raymond Thomas Unit# 211 Miscellaneous personal and/ or commercial property Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items will be sold AS IS, WHERE IS and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between the owner and the obligated party. Dated: 12/2/2019. Auctioneer: Kenneth D. Erpenbach dba Hitchin’ Post Auction Barn. Bond No. MS87923-57. (805) 434-1770. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26478 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2019-00536173CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed NOV 19 2019, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. PETITION OF: MARSHA LYNN LUCERO-WILLIAMS FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MARSHA LYNN LUCERO-WILLIAMS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: MARSHA LYNN LUCERO-WILLIAMS to MARSHA LYNN LUCERO-LOVE. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter 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: Date: January 14, 2020. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: 40. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week each week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER. Date: NOV 19 2019. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, /s/ Michael D. Planet, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: DEBRA RAMOS, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26487

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 56-2019-00536175CU-PT-VTA This statement was filed NOV 19 2019, with the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. PETITION OF: GREGORY ALEXANDER WILLIAMS FOR CHANGE OF NAME. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: GREGORY ALEXANDER WILLIAMS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: GREGORY ALEXANDER WILLIAMS to DIER LOVE. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter 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: Date: January 14, 2020. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: 43. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009, Hall of Justice. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week each week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER. Date: NOV 19 2019. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, /s/ Michael D. Planet, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk, By: DEBRA RAMOS, Deputy Clerk. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26488 T.S. No.: 9987-8212 TSG Order No.: 8757676 A.P.N.: 132-0-280-195 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/28/2016. 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. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 11/04/2016 as Document No.: 20161104-00163303, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: REBECCA JIMENEZ, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). 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, and

as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 01/09/2020 at 09:00 AM Sale Location: Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort, Auction.com Room, 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 461 GREEN RIVER STREET, OXNARD, CA 93036 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 in an ìAS ISî condition, 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 the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $276,518.05 (Estimated) as of 12/04/2019. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 1-800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s 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, T.S.# 9987-8212. 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. 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. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www. auction.com or Call: 1-800-2802832. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only.

NPP0363867 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 12/05/2019, 12/12/2019, 12/19/2019/26403 TSG No.: 8757740 TS No.: CA1900285610 APN: 200-0-244060 Property Address: 239 W DORIS AVE OXNARD, CA 93030 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/02/2009. 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 12/31/2019 at 11:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 10/08/2009, as Instrument No. 20091008-00166410-0, in book, page, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of VENTURA County, State of California.

Executed by: NELLIE AMARO, A WIDOW, 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) To the right of the main entrance, near the exit doors, of the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 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: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 200-0-244-060 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 239 W DORIS AVE, OXNARD, CA 93030 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, 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 $ 253,079.78.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by

the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1900285610 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0363649 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 12/05/2019, 12/12/2019, 12/19/2019/26410 TSG No.: 190967403-CA-VOI TS No.: CA1900285514 APN: 132-0-251295 Property Address: 504 FLATHEAD RIVER STREET OXNARD, CA 93036 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/05/2007. 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 12/31/2019 at 11:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/09/2007, as Instrument No. 20071109-00207659-0, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of VENTURA County, State of California.

Executed by: PAUL M. FLORES AN UNMARRIED MAN AND JASON E. MYNATT A SINGLE MAN AS JOINT TENANTS, 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) To the right of the main entrance, near the exit doors, of the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 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: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 132-0-251-295 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 504 FLATHEAD RIVER STREET, OXNARD, CA 93036 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, 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 $ 375,282.40.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you

LEGAL 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 (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1900285514 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0364226 To: VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 12/05/2019, 12/12/2019, 12/19/2019/26412 BUSINESS & PROFESSIONS CODE 21700 Notice is hereby given to the undersigned that a Public Lien Sale of the following described personal property will be held on Friday December 20, 2019 at 12 noon at SECURITY SELF STORAGE, 2300 Auto Center Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036, County of Ventura, State of California and will be sold by the unit by James O’Brien, Auctioneer, CA Bond 14663730099, phone (951) 681-4113. The property to be sold is stored at SECURITY SELF STORAGE, located at 2300 Auto Center Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036, County of Ventura.

Unit# Name General Description of Goods: 050 Blanca Figueroa - Bike, step ladder, Christmas tree, toys, tool box, misc items 052 Glenn Weisberger - Metal shelving, Coleman tent, table, coolers, misc items.

076 Elizabeth Tumular - Vacuum, coffee maker, clothes, bike parts, chairs, misc items 079 Margaret Adams - Dresser, bed, chairs, mirrors, lamp, plastic bags, misc items.

082 Katherine Carolan - 4 clothing racks w/clothes, plastic shelving, 40+ tubs, misc items 083 Don Ruelas - Glass table top, mattress, xmas decorations, shelving, misc items.

093 Jeffrey T Carolan - 4 bikes, lawns chairs, portable a/c units, 2 closets, misc items 179 Katherine Carolan - Portable Yamaha keyboard, Fender amplifier, scooter, misc items 204 Stephen P Vasquez - 3 TVs, hutch, entertainment center, boxes, hats, misc items 238 Estaban Lopez - Floor mats, kitchen equipment, lockers, fryer baskets, misc items 368 James Casey - Golf clubs,

misc boxes, car seat, screen door, suitcases, misc items.

375 Veronica Briseno - Car door parts, 5 gallon container, folding chair, bags, misc items 420 Jonathan Gross - 3 file cabinets, office furniture, Rubbermaid tool shed, misc items 451 Jonathan Gross - Plastic containers, plastic boxes/bags, mattress, frame, misc items Lien sale pursuant to Civil Code Section 3071 of State of California the following vehicle to be sold at Security Self Storage Honda motorcycle Lic# 22D0669 CA VIN# JH2PC2107NM300917 Roy R Husk Teresa O’Brien’s Lien Services Reg# 88990 O’Brien’s Auction Service B/N10067768 951.233.1079 This notice is given in accordance with the provisions of Section 21700 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California.

(See Section 1812.600 of Civil Code) SECURITY SELF STORAGE

By Gary Braun PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26662 BUSINESS & PROFESSIONS CODE 21700 Notice is hereby given by the undersigned that a Public Lien Sale of the following described personal property will be held Friday the 20th day of December, 2019, at 1:30P.M. at CAMARILLO SELF STORAGE, 1511 Flynn Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012, County of Ventura, State of California, and will be sold by the unit by James OíBrien, Auctioneer, CA Bond 14663730099, phone (951) 681-4113. The property to be sold is stored at CAMARILLO SELF STORAGE located at 1511 Flynn Rd., Camarillo, CA 93012, County of Ventura.

Unit# Name General Description of Goods: 58 Suzette L Pedler - Misc. boxes, wicker baskets, misc. Toys, bedding, lamps, chairs, misc. items 222 Peter Tiffin - Plastic shelves, floor jack, table saw, picture, helmets, hedge trimmer, misc. items.

333 Robert Gomez - Golf clubs, tool box, pictures, sword, misc. items 336 Patricia Hawkins - Refrigerator, dressers, headboard, stool, misc. items.

361 Seth Chapdelaine - Couch, pictures, tables, chair, desk, plastic bags, clothing, misc. items.

403 Wakeem Hanna - Couches, walker, computer, bedding, plastic container, misc. items.

Lien sale pursuant to Civil Code Section 3071 of State of California, the following vehicle to be sold at Camarillo Self Storage 1996 Chevy Silverado 2500 Lic: 5F51557 Ca. Vin: 1GCHC33J8TF003181 Alejandro Ortiz Gonzalez 1977 Chevy Classic El Camino Lic: 7P17859 Ca. Vin: 1D80L7R472715 Gregory H. Hamm or Jeremy P. Hamm 2003 Buick Versatrak Rendezvous CXL Lic: 7477FDP Ca. Vin: 3G5DB03E23S552526 Marcia Minski HAFC Teresa O’Brien’s Lien Services Reg #88990

O’Brien’s Auction Service B/N 10067768 951-233-1097 This notice is given in accordance with the provisions of Section 21700 et seq. of the Business & Professions Code of the State of California.

(See Section 1812.600 of Civil Code) CAMARILLO SELF STORAGE

By Gary Braun PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26661

Fict. Business Names FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019111410020902-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LAVISH NAILS & SPA, 724 N. Moorpard Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, Ventura County, CA, THANH HA THI NGUYEN, 724 N. Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: NOV 16, 2019. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ THANH HA THI NGUYEN, THANH HA THI NGUYEN. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 14, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26061 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019110710020549-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) LITTLE MAY FILM, 2) DELICATE BALANCE FILMS, 206 Bainbridge Court, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, PERFECT TIMING PRODUCTIONS INC., 206 Bainbridge Court, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/7/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ PERFECT TIMING PRODUCTIONS INC., Danielle Bisutti, Danielle Bisutti, CEO. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section

17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 7, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26077 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019110810020647-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) JAWBONE, 2) WWW.JAWBONETACTICAL.COM, 4130 Angela St., Simi Valley, CA 93063, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, 843330768/CA, AMERICAN METAL PRECISION INC, 4130 Angela St., Simi Valley, CA 93063. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11-82019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ AMERICAN METAL PRECISION INC, Kevin Schroeder, Kevin Schroeder, CEO. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 8, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26079 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019111210020734-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: IMMIGRANT SON CAFFE, 543 E Main St., Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, 4277990 CA, GIOPASTA, INC, 543 E Main St., Ventura, CA 93001. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ GIOPASTA, INC, Alessandro Tromba, Alessandro Tromba, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the

end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 12, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26081 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019110510020337-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CAN “U” IMAGINE, 2823 Seahorse Ave., Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, Lisa Lyn Carrera, 2823 Seahorse Ave., Ventura, CA 93001.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/11/2007.

I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Lisa Lyn Carrera, Lisa Lyn Carrera. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 5, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26083 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019111310020793-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) TLG WEALTH INSURANCE SERVICES, 2) THE LYND GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, 3) THE LYND GROUP, 4) TLG TAX, 5) TLG LEGAL DOCUMENTS, 6) THE LYND GROUP FINANCIAL SERVICES, 801 S. Victoria Avenue, Suite #105, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, THE LYND GROUP ADVISORS LLC, 801 S. Victoria Avenue, Suite #105, Ventura, CA 93003. 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 1. 11/13/2019; 2.

11/13/2019; 3. N/A; 4. N/A; 5. N/A; 6. N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine

not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ THE LYND GROUP ADVISORS LLC, Michael Mansfield, Michael Mansfield, Managing Member. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 13, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26101 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019111310020821-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JASON YOUNG, THE WINDOW GUY, 148 Estates Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, California, Jason P. Young, Trustee of the J & B Young Family Trust dated November 5, 2019, 148 Estates Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003, Bree B. Young, Trustee of the J & B Young Family Trust dated November 5, 2019, 148 Estates Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003. This business is conducted by: An Unincorporated Assoc. other than a Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2003. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Jason P. Young, Trustee of the J & B Young Family Trust dated November 5, 2019, Jason P. Young, Trustee of the J & B Young Family Trust dated November 5, 2019. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 13, 2019.

PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/21/19, 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26135 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019110110020181-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE GRADIENT GALLERY, 298 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Nico Rosario Herring, 709 Paseo Camarillo #189, Camarillo, CA 93010. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business

under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Nico Rosario Herring, Nico Rosario Herring. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 1, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/27/19, 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26296 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112210021445-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ZAHN LAW OFFICE, 4484 Market St., Suite 303-304, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Loren Paul Zahn, 2503 Hillrose Pl., Oxnard, CA 93036. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/1/2010.

I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Loren Paul Zahn, L. Paul Zahn. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 22, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/27/19, 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26333 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019111910021193-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GREEN DADDY, 964 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, VAPE FAMILY LLC, 966 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001. 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 11/19/2019. I declare that

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LEGAL all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ VAPE FAMILY LLC, Robert Anthony Pritchett, Robert Anthony Pritchett, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code).

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 19, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/27/19, 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26341 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112210021478-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ASCENSION ACADEMY, 226 West Ojai, Ste. 101 #519, Ojai, CA 93023, Ventura County, Derren George Ohanian, 701 Grandview Ave., Ojai, CA 93023, Sarah Breslaw, 701 Grandview Ave., Ojai, CA 93023. This business is conducted by: Copartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/22/2019.

I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Derren George Ohanian, Derren George Ohanian. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 22, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/27/19, 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26342 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112510021527-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ACRE INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE SERVICES, 4250 Palomino Circle, Westlake Village, CA 91362, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, California, ANDERSON PARTICIPATIONS, INC, 4250 Palomino Circle, Westlake Village, CA 91362. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business

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under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03-182009. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ ANDERSON PARTICIPATIONS, INC, William A. Anderson, William A. Anderson, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code).

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 25, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26362 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112210021450-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: YOUR FAMILY THERAPIST, 5743 Corsa Ave., Westlake Village, CA 91362, Ventura County, Donna Toufer Berns, 2528 Featherwood St., Westlake Village, CA 91362. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Donna Toufer Berns, Donna Toufer Berns, Donna Toufer Berns. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 22, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26482 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019111910021202-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SPIRIT MARINE SERVICES, 3300 Powell St., #324, Emeryville, CA 94608, Alameda County, Jack Patton, 3300 Powell St., #324, Emeryville, CA 94608, Sonya David, 3300 Powell St., #324, Emeryville, CA 94608.

This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business

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under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/19/19.

I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Jack Patton, Jack Patton, Jack Patton, Partner / Owner. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 19, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26483 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112510021513-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ALMAVIA OF CAMARILLO, 2500 N Ponderosa Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, California, Elder Care Alliance, 1301 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 210, Alameda, CA 94501. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 1, 2001. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ Elder Care Alliance, Adriene Iverson, Adriene Iverson, President and CEO of Elder Care Alliance. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code).

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 25, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26484 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120210021799-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: OUT WEST RESTAURANT GROUP, 2341 Lockwood Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, California, Cerca Trova Steakhouse, Inc., 7676 Hazard Center Drive, Suite 1500, San Diego, CA 92108.

This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ Cerca Trova Steakhouse, Inc., Daniel H. Kim, Daniel H. Kim, CFO. NOTICEIn accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 2, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26485 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120210021817-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: U RAMEN, 2350 E Vineyard B5, Oxnard, CA 93036, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, UDOMSUK INC., 300 Rolling Oaks Dr., Apt. 339, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ UDOMSUK INC., Saranya Phuaksri, Saranya Phuaksri, President. NOTICEIn accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 2, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26486 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120410021964-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MARCY’S EUROPEAN TAILORING AND ALTERATIONS, 2843 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Marcela Musilek, 10674 Orange Cir., Ventura, CA 93004. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The

registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1997. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Marcela Musilek, Marcela Musilek. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 4, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26664 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112110021375-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1) SHINE WELLNESS, 2) SHINE WELLNESS VENTURA, 701 E Santa Clara St., Ste. 40, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, Sara Guerra, 1519 Buena Vista St., Ventura, CA 93001. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Sara Guerra, Sara Guerra. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 21, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26680 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112710021689-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ED RECYCLING, 3050 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Luz Duran, 5045 Norway Dr., Ventura, CA 93001, Jesus Cruz Contreras, 5045 Norway Dr., Ventura, CA 93001. This business is conducted by: Copartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business

name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Luz Duran, Luz A. Duran. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 27, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26665 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112910021745-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LAKESIDE FAMILY COUNSELING & INTERVENTION SERVICES, INC., 1500 Palma Dr., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, CA, LAKESIDE FAMILY COUNSELING & INTERVENTION SERVICES, INC., 1500 Palma Dr., Ventura, CA 93003. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ LAKESIDE FAMILY COUNSELING & INTERVENTION SERVICES, INC., Heidi Johnson, Heidi Johnson, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 29, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26666 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120210021813-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ANITA’S SPIRIT GAS & MINI MART, 415 East Thompson Blvd., Ventrua, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, California, ANISHAN SERVICES, INC., 415 East Thompson Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001. This Business is conducted

by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/02/2006.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ ANISHAN SERVICES, INC., Saleem Patel, Saleem Patel, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 2, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26667 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019120510022075-0 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER, 2) VENTANA MONTHLY, 700 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura County, State of Incorporation / Organization, Arizona, Strickbine Publishing, Inc., 1620 W. Fountainhead Parkway, Suite 219, Tempe, AZ 85282. This Business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/01/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) /s/ Strickbine Publishing, Inc., Steven T. Strickbine, Steven T. Strickbine, President. NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on December 5, 2019.PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26668 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2019112110021381-0 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MARCH TILE CO, 644 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura, CA 93003, Ventura County, Frederick Leftwich March IV, 644 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura, CA

LEGAL 93003. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all Information In this statement Is true and correct (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1.000).) /s/ Frederick Leftwich March IV, Frederick Leftwich March IV. NOTICE - in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in residence address or registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (see Section 14411 ET SEQ., Business & Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on November 21, 2019. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19, 12/26/19 and 1/2/2020./26663

Summons STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BAYFIELD COUNTY AMENDED SUMMONS Code: 30405 ALAN GENE SANTALA 820 Clay Hill Dr. Knightdale, NC 27545 CHARLENE KAY SANTALA GEARING 1629 Metropolitan Ave Long Mount, CO 80504 Plaintiffs, vs.

JON FRANK SANTALA 621 Richmond Ave Oxnard, CA 93030 Defendant.

THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To the person(s) named above as a Defendant(s): You are hereby notified that the Plaintiff above named has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

Within forty (40) days after December 5, 2019, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is: Clerk of Court, Bayfield County Courthouse, 117 East Fifth Street, Washburn, Wisconsin 54891, and to April K. Splittgerber, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is Spears, Carlson & Coleman, 122 West Bayfield Street, Washburn, Wisconsin 54891. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not demand a copy of the Complaint within forty (40) days, the Court may grant judgment against you or the award of money or other legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint.

A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26492

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) Case No. (número del Caso): 56-2019-00529561CL-PA-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): CATHERINE MADUENO; and DOES 1 through 25, inclusive.

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDADO EL DEMANDANTE): STEPHANIE SOTO. 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 SelfHelp 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 from you 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 want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.

Tiene 30 DIÁS DE CALENDARIO después de que se entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entre una copia al contante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no está protegida. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en un formato legal correcto si desea procesar su caso en la corte. Es posible que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y la información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/ espanol/), la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o la corte que le guste mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a un tiempo, puede perder el caso, el error y los bienes sin más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que se llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a los abogados.

No se puede pagar con un abogado, es posible cumplir con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos

grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/) 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 a través de 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): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Post Office Box 6489, Ventura, CA 93006. 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, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Dylan N. Beltran, Esq., (SBN 321691) / Joseph John Beltran, Esq. (SBN 165132) Law Office of Joseph John Beltran, Post Office Box 6637, Ventura, CA 93006, (805) 650-2077.

DATE:(fecha): JUN 11 2019. /s/: Michael D. Planet, Clerk (Secretario),

By Michael Adams, Deputy (Adjunto).

[Seal]. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26489 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) Case No. 56-2019-00529561CL-PA-VTA STEPHANIE SOTO., Plaintiff, v.

CATHERINE MADUENO, Defendant.

To (name of one defendant only): CATHERINE MADUENO Plaintiff (name of one plaintiff only): STEPHANIE SOTO seeks damages in the above-entitled action, as follows: General damages: Pain, suffering and inconvenience $12,286.11.

Special damages: Medical expenses (to date) $12,713.89.

DATE: 6/28/2019 /s/ Dylan N. Beltran, Esq. Law Office of Joseph John Beltran, Post Office Box 6637, Ventura, CA 93006, (805) 650-2077.

Attorney for Plaintiff. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26490 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) Case No. (número del Caso): 56-2019-00531551CU-BC-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): CARRIE CATHERINE KOSTERS an individual; and RONALD MINSBERG, an individual, DOES 1 through 20, inclusive.

YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDADO EL DEMANDANTE): SOLANA HEIGHTS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, a California NonProfit Mutual Benefit Corporation.

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 SelfHelp 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 from you 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 want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.

Tiene 30 DIÁS DE CALENDARIO después de que se entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entre una copia al contante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no está protegida. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en un formato legal correcto si desea procesar su caso en la corte. Es posible que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y la información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/ espanol/), la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o la corte que le guste mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a un tiempo, puede perder el caso, el error y los bienes sin más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que se llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a los abogados.

No se puede pagar con un abogado, es posible cumplir con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/) 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 a través de 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): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. 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, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Eugene Rubinstein, Esq., Beaumont Tashjian, 21650 Oxnard St., #1620, Woodland

Hills, CA 91367, (818) 884-9998.

DATE: (fecha): AUG 02 2019. /s/: Michael D. Planet, Clerk (Secretario),

By GERALYN N. FENWICK, Deputy (Adjunto).

[Seal]. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26491

Probate NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JUANA VIRAMONTES, DECEDENT CASE NO: 56-2019-00535849PR-TR-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of JUANA VIRAMONTES. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Petitioner REMBERTO VIRAMONTES, JR. in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: REMBERTO VIRAMONTES, JR. 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: January 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J6. Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Complex / Probate Court.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: David E. Edsall, Esq., (SBN 86217), Edsall

Law, A Professional Coporation, 400 Camarillo Ranch Road, Suite 102, Camarillo, CA 93012, (805) 4849002.

PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26098

SILKE PATRICIA CRAMER 24400 HART DRIVE TEHACHAPI CA 93561 11/27, 12/5, 12/12/19

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER NOTICE OF PETITION ESTATE OF TO ADMINISTER JAMES PHILLIP BOHLEN, ESTATE OF: DECEDENT ELKE WILHELMINE Case No: GAVULA AKA ELKE 56-2019-00535533WILHELMINE STRUBE, PR-PW-OXN ELKE WILHELMINE To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, WHITE, ELKE contingent creditors, and persons WILHELMINE HALL who may otherwise be interested AND ELKE W. GAVULA in the will or estate, or both, CASE NO. 56-2019of JAMES PHILLIP BOHLEN. 00536245-PR-LA-OXN A Petition for Probate has To all heirs, beneficiaries, been filed by: JAMES BRENTON creditors, contingent creditors, and BOHLEN in the Superior Court of persons who may otherwise be California, County of VENTURA. interested in the WILL or estate, The Petition for Probate requests or both of ELKE WILHELMINE that: JAMES BRENTON BOHLEN be appointed as personal GAVULA AKA ELKE WILHELMINE to administer STRUBE, ELKE WILHELMINE representative WHITE, ELKE WILHELMINE the estate of the decedent.

HALL AND ELKE W. GAVULA. The petition requests the decedent’s A PETITION FOR PROBATE has will and codicils, if any, be admitted been filed by SILKE PATRICIA to probate. The will and any codicils CRAMER in the Superior Court of are available for examination in the California, County of VENTURA. file kept by the court.

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

A hearing on the petition will administration authority will be be held in this court as follows: granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition December 18, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in and shows good cause why the Dept. J6. Address of court: Superior court should not grant the authority. Court of California, County of A HEARING on the petition will Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, be held in this court as follows: Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile 01/15/20 at 9:00AM in Dept. Justice Complex / Probate Court.

J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD If you object to the granting of the AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036. petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the file written objections with the court hearing and state your objections or before the hearing. Your appearance file written objections with the court may be in person or by your attorney. before the hearing. Your appearance If you are a creditor or a may be in person or by your attorney. contingent creditor of the IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or decedent, you must file your claim a contingent creditor of the with the court and mail a copy to the decedent, you must file your claim personal representative appointed with the court and mail a copy to the by the court within the later of either personal representative appointed (1) four months from the date of by the court within the later of either first issuance of letters to a general (1) four months from the date of personal representative, as defined first issuance of letters to a general in section 58(b) of the California personal representative, as defined Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the in section 58(b) of the California date of mailing or personal delivery Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the to you of a notice under section date of mailing or personal delivery 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. legal authority may affect your Other California statutes and rights as a creditor. You may legal authority may affect your want to consult with an attorney rights as a creditor. You may knowledgeable in California law. want to consult with an attorney You may examine the file kept knowledgeable in California law. by the court. If you are a person YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept interested in the estate, you may file by the court. If you are a person with the court a Request for Special interested in the estate, you may file Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of with the court a Request for Special an inventory and appraisal of estate Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of assets or of any petition or account an inventory and appraisal of estate as provided in Probate Code section assets or of any petition or account 1250. A Request for Special Notice as provided in Probate Code section form is available from the court clerk.

1250. A Request for Special Notice Petitioner: JAMES BRENTON form is available from the court clerk. BOHLEN, 2310 Richard Ct., In Pro Per Petitioner Henderson, NV 89014, 702-666December 12, 2019 — — 29

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PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 11/27/19, 12/5/19 and 12/12/19./26332 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LEE ANN COTTON CASE NO. 56-201900536497-PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LEE ANN COTTON. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PATRICIA KEEFER in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that PATRICIA KEEFER 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 with limited authority.

(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: 01/16/20 at 9:00AM in Dept.

J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036.

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

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

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

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner RAYMOND GAITAN, ESQ. SBN 151788 , ATTORNEY AT LAW 1855 WEST KATELLA AVENUE, SUITE 365 ORANGE CA 92867 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/19 CNS-3319561#/26479

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF RICHARD GUY COLTON III, DECEDENT CASE NO: 56-2019-00536505PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of RICHARD GUY COLTON III. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Petitioner JONATHAN SCOTT COLTON in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: JONATHAN SCOTT COLTON 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: 1-16-2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.

J-6. Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Room 122, Oxnard, CA 93036, Oxnard Juvenile / Probate Courthouse.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Fred Rosenmund, (SBN# 90033), 2816 Rice Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93033, (805) 486-2500, Fax: (805) 4836290.

PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26481

— December 12, 2019

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ELEANORE

BLYTHE CLEMONS, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2019-00536125PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ELEANORE BLYTHE CLEMONS. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Petitioner LEE E. CLEMONS in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: LEE E. CLEMONS 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: JAN 08 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J-6.

Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Room 122, Oxnard, CA 93036, Oxnard Juvenile / Probate Courthouse.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: BRIAN L. FOX, (CSB# 141625), 290 Maple Court, Suite 126, Ventura, CA 93003, (805) 658-9204, Fax: (805) 666-1532.

PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/5/19, 12/12/19 and 12/19/19./26480 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ESTELLE HARPER AKA ESTELLE ETHEL HARPER AND ESTELLE E. HARPER CASE NO. 56-201900536877-PR-LA-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ESTELLE HARPER AKA ESTELLE ETHEL HARPER AND ESTELLE E. HARPER. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANTHONY JOHN HARPER in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ANTHONY JOHN HARPER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.

The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority.

(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: 01/30/20 at 9:00AM in Dept.

J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036.

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

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

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

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner LARRY S. HYMES, ESQ. SBN 076848 HYMES SCHREIBER & WALDEN LLP 21333 OXNARD ST., FIRST FLOOR WOODLAND HILLS CA 91367-5091 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 CNS-3321788#/26658 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DONALD E. ROSAMOND

CASE NO. 56-201900536283-PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors,contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DONALD E. ROSAMOND. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BETTY R. SMITH in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BETTY R. SMITH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.

The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/09/19 at 9:00AM in Dept.

J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036.

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

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

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

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner STEVE H. MURPHY - SBN 174448 1985 YOSEMITE AVE., #125 SIMI VALLEY CA 93063 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 CNS-3320514#/26657 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF TORE TONDERUD, DECEDENT Case No: 56-2019-00536603PR-LA-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of TORE TONDERUD. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Petitioner NINA TIRADEAU in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that: NINA TIRADEAU 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: JAN 22, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. J6.

Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Room 122, Oxnard, CA 93036, Oxnard Juvenile / Probate Courthouse.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Kevin G. Staker SBN: 101400, Stakerlaw Tax and Estate Planning Law Corp., 1200 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 280, Camarillo, CA 93010, (805) 4822282. PUBLISHED: Ventura County Reporter; 12/12/19, 12/19/19 and 12/26/19./26659

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Tide Table ♦ Dec. 12 - 18 Sunrise 6:54 a.m. • Sunset 4:48 p.m.

Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed

LOW TIDE AM HT PM

HT

HIGH TIDE AM HT PM HT

2:22 2:58 3:38 4:25 5:27 6:51 8:34

- 0.9 - 0.9 - 0.8 - 0.6 - 0.4 0.0 0.3

8:32 9:08 9:48 12:03 1:03 2:07 3:08

2.1 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.6

3:55 4:37 5:22 6:11 7:05 8:02 9:01

6.3 6.3 6.2 3.6 3.7 3.9 4.2

10:20 11:09 ––– 10:33 11:25 12:30 1:51

3.7 3.7 ––– 5.9 5.5 4.9 4.3

Surf Report: New Northwest swell builds Thursday Dec.12 and another fun swell due this weekend.

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