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THE Lobero Ghost Project

by Matt Muahahazza

A Frightening Performance

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photo by Corey Sanders

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bsolutely,” the smile on the face of the previously rather jovial man in modernized spectacles faded quickly. “The Lobero Theatre is absolutely haunted.” Executive Director David Asbell’s last word hung in the air for a moment, briefly echoing around the cavernous space. He was now completely serious. An eerie silence developed. We’d been standing around making small talk on the cluttered stage of the Lobero, which, for those of you who don’t know, has been under construction as part of a large-scale renovation project since June. I’d waited to ask David about the rumors and accounts of, well, unexplained phenomena until just then, hoping to catch him a bit off-guard in an effort to get a candid response. A few long, uncomfortable seconds passed. No one spoke. “All righty then,” Marketing and Communications Director Angie Bertucci broke the silence, “so you’ve seen the new bathrooms and the tile work. We’re just about to start pouring concrete out front and replacing bricks in the paseo. Want to have a look?” ...continued p.14

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COVER

azza’s Missive – Editor-in-Chief Matt Mazza tempts fate with the ghosts of Harry Piodela M and Dr. Frank Fowler at the gutted Lobero Theatre. Is the place really haunted? Does Matt survive? How in the hell did the Lobero let us in by ourselves for a few hours? You’d better read to find out.

My Priorities

 Increase law enforcement presence city-wide  Increase support for programs that measurably assist the truly needy and at-risk youth  Incentivize and streamline business development that improves our quality of life  Increase neighborhood participation and input regarding the future of their neighborhoods  Establish greater historical site protections  Utilize city resources in a manner that is fair, measurable and accountable  Welcome and work with good ideas regardless of their source

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C ity Council Candidate Question of the Week – The intersection between local business and local government can get a bit messy (think Chick-fil-A, for example). What do the candidates think about the Council’s role in business development here in town? (You should care if you don’t.)

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I t’s Crime Time – White Grape Swisher Sweet turds (yum); Britney Spears in SB?; meth heads on bikes; sexually frustrated septuagenarians get weird; local man tries to sock tourist. Blah, blah, blah. Letters to the Editor – The Friendship Paddle does good; an open letter to Mayor Schneider; strange bedfellows, for sure, twice; happy Halloween from the Funk Zone; and fall beauty is here. The Beer Guy – Contrary to what you might have heard, Zach Rosen can actually read books while he’s drinking beer. Check out his suggested book-beer-autumn pairings this week.

E ight Days a Week – Jeremy Harbin stretches editorial credibility by putting together a calendar that beats the Halloween horse for an entire 8 Day Week. (Or something like that.) What really matters is Killer Shrimp’s Sexiest Costume competition. We’re sending a photographer.

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S anta Barbara View – There’s lots happening over on Milpas this month, and Sharon Byrne knows all about it. She also knows a lot about electoral politics and lets it rip after attending a candidate forum regarding district elections.

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P residio Sports – Hunky volleyballer Todd Rogers picks football winners this week (that’s confusing, why would a volleyball guy be doing football?); the PARC Foundation and Junior Lifeguards (what?); tennis, more football, athletes of the week, standings, golf… what the hell is going on this week, Dvorak? Two laps for confusing us.

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S hopGirl – Fresh face Kateri Wozny had the nerve to tell EIC Matt that he had created a run on sentence in her new column about the local fashion scene and retail and related stuff and he was just furious and couldn’t believe that she would do something like that in connection with her first piece about a boutique called Lola which is terrific and everybody should go there for holiday shopping. (Hey Kateri, Matt creates run-ons all the time and then consistently backtracks, calling his grammatical irregularities the “Sentinel style.” Anyway, enjoyed the column and can’t wait to see more. Thanks for keeping old Matt in check.)

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I n the Zone – Jeremy Harbin talks art on doors in the Funk Zone. Now you can put on a black turtleneck, some skinny jeans and faux reading glasses, drink a couple beers and a glass of wine, buy a gorgeous guitar, eat a terrific meal and tell your friends that you found an outdoor art installation “deeply moving, conjuring a profound personal journey of reflection and introspection.” What can we say? The Zone officially has it all.

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P ianos on State – Decorated pianos once again came and went, but not before Sentinel friend and photog-extraordinaire Corey Sanders spent a day taking pics with his kids on State. (Thanks Corey, how do we do more together, man? Love your stuff. Seriously.)

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H owlin’ at the Moon – Joseph Timmons (aka Xombiewoof) is another fresh face this week, and brings the story of country musician JD Hardy in his new music column that will be a regular Sentinel fixture. At least we hope it will become a regular fixture.

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P ump It – Jenny Schatzle. Vegetable mastication. Torrid perspiration. Meaningful motivation. Inspiring inspiration. Total constipation? (No, of course not. There’s fiber in those veggies and all that jumping and running and squatting and stretching keeps things moving just fine.)

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The Weekly Capitalist – Jeff Harding goes to Kenya and is reflective. Uh-oh. F ood File – Welcome back, Christina Enoch, love this one on Downey’s. (We’re going soon but, out of respect for you, won’t order the duck. Kidding, we’re going to order all of the duck in restaurant in spite of you. Haha!)

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M an About Town – Mark Léisuré really broadens his horizons this week. He sat down with folk phenom JT Nero to discuss his collaboration with wife, Allison Russell (not Mark’s wife, JT’s), then he actually did some research and wrote about acoustic stuff and Halloween stuff. (Wow, Mark, don’t strain yourself. No seriously, don’t do this much work ever again.)

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Mad Science – Rachelle Oldmixon has an existential meltdown. (Hey single guys, here’s your chance. Get an acoustic guitar and a bottle of wine and profess your love for Rachelle in a very tangible, real way. Think about it.)

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K eepin’ It Reel – Jim Luksic doesn’t like movies, which is ironic, of course, given that he reviews them weekly. Weird. Want to do books or something instead, Jim? Y ou Have Your Hands Full – Mara Peters actually reads with her kids. And not just kiddie books, nope, she reads the news with them. And then they actually discuss what they read. Eeeeeewwwwww. Reading? Talking? That’s so ‘80s, Mara. We just give our kids the iPad and text each other.

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S anta Barbara Skinny – Juicing, dancing and wedding. The Holy Trinity of girly stuff. (And a new fashion/retail-ishy column? We’re getting cooties just touching this paper. Gross.)

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CANDIDATE QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “T here’s been much in the mainstream media over the past year regarding the intersection between local government and local commerce (think Chick-fil-A and Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, for example). How do you see City Council’s role in business development here in town? Should it have a larger or smaller presence? If elected, should your personal values and beliefs play a role in your business-related decisionmaking? Why? Why not? 250 words or less, please.”

Frank Hotchkiss

Government serves best when it allows people to flourish through their own personal efforts and achieve their dreams. Since elected officials represent all the people of the city and not just people who might think like them, personal preferences are best left out of the picture when asked to consider matters. (Sentinel Says: So that’s a smaller presence, right Frank?)

David Landecker

As the owner of a local manufacturing company and the CEO of two major nonprofits, I understand the challenges faced by the businesses of Santa Barbara. I will be an advocate for a diverse and thriving economy – consistent with the values of our community, the first of which is a love for the natural environment that surrounds us. We should eliminate ineffective or unnecessary regulations while assuring that neighborhood compatibility requirements, and restrictions on noise, air and water pollution in existing ordinances are respected and enforced. The City must be proactive assuring that commercial areas are clean, safe and inviting. We must use restorative policing and other effective techniques to reclaim our streets from aggressive panhandlers, while still providing assistance to the truly needy. Businesses depend upon employees, many of whom cannot purchase homes here. I helped found the Coastal Housing Partnership to address this problem. Assuring the availability of safe, convenient and affordable rental housing is critically important to the 62% of Santa Barbara’s population that rents, and to the many local employees who

would stop commuting if they could. Before adopting new laws, the Council should listen carefully and thoughtfully to concerns about new burdens and costs. City employees must show a helpful and customer-service oriented approach to every interaction with the public. My political values won’t drive decisions about permits. But I will respect the choice of commissioners to abstain from votes when they believe they cannot be objective. (Sentinel Says: The question was whether City Council should play a larger or smaller role in business development, David, and whether your personal values should play a role in your business-related decision-making. Simply reciting your platform isn’t exactly a response, even if you twist it in a tenuous attempt to make it responsive. With that said, elimination of ineffective or unnecessary regulations seems a very good start, and providing vibrant commercial areas is, we believe, another key component. So there’s that. But you lose us again with the personal values response. Frankly, unless there are personal interests involved, abstention is a cop-out. What? If you don’t personally like big box stores enough to impugn your objectivity, you will just abstain from the vote on Target? You get elected and paid to make difficult decisions for the community DESPITE your personal values. We’re lost.)

Jason Nelson

Local government has a responsibility to provide for public safety, infrastructure (both physical and human) and public health; meaning our city should be safe, clean, and have well maintained streets, sidewalks and sewer systems, etc. I say this first, because I believe doing this provides an environment conducive to conducting business, regardless of its targeted market. That said, as a city primarily geared towards tourism (and its relative industries), I believe our current city government, and administration, has failed in its responsibilities. Contrary to what other candidates are asserting, tourists no longer view Santa Barbara in the same fond light as they have in years past. Some blame the worldwide economy, but a quick online search will tell you it is more than that – it is that our ...continued p.15

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It'sCrimetime...

...with the SBPD

A variety of crimes are committed every day in Santa Barbara; most of these crimes are petty but they do offer a window into if not the soul of the perpetrator, at least his or her thought process. Our following (and totally unsolicited) thoughts, observations, and comments are put forth for your consideration.

Smoke ‘Em If You… Well If You Can’t Afford ‘Em, We Guess

47-year-old transient man walked into Rite Aid on State early one morning last week and tried to buy two delicious White Grape Swisher Sweet Cigars but could only afford one. He left, obviously dejected, only to return mid-morning, walk straight to the cigar case in an employee-only zone, open it up, grab a second White Grape stogie and announce something about the alleged facts that (1) the store “owed him one” and, therefore, (2) he would not be paying. Then he “chest bumped” a witness and stormed out. Then he was arrested for all sorts of crimes. Damn. We’re going to have to try one of those White Grape Swisher Sweet singles. They must be delightful.

Britney Spears In Santa Barbara? SBPD responded to a drunken driver who had been “involved in two collisions with the same vehicle” around 2am one morning last week. When officers arrived, they found a highly intoxicated 25-year-old Santa Barbara woman who was on probation from a DUI in February 2013 and had a suspended license. Oops. She did it again. The police report only deepened the mystery of what happened here. How drunk do you have to be to collide with the same vehicle twice? Is that even scientifically possible? Was it two collisions with the same vehicle in the same night? Was it once in February and once this month? Whatever. One thing is quite clear: This young lady really, really, needs one of those breathalyzer car-starter gizmos. Or a bike.

More Mobile Meth Movers Mortify Mounties On second thought, maybe she doesn’t need a bike.

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CRIME TIME QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “I’ll keep that to myself.” - An apparently very private 26-year-old San Jose man in response to the dreaded “In Case of Emergency Notification” question after he was found so passed out on the sidewalk one night on State that officers actually had to call for backup to wake him up. Wow. Local cyclists universally continued to tote methamphetamines around town last week. First, SBPD stopped a 35-year-old local man for riding his bicycle on the sidewalk at 11pm one night, only to find that he was on active-probation with three misdemeanor warrants and had a bag of meth in his pocket. Then a 24-year-old area man was stopped for riding without a rear reflector. He (almost inexplicably) consented to a search, which turned up five sacks-o-meth. Last, a 21-year-old young man was stopped for riding at night without a light. He quickly told officers he was packing a nasty old meth pipe that he used frequently. He also had a felony warrant out for his arrest. This is becoming a major news story that probably deserves attention outside of this column (Matt), and we are proud to be the first news outlet anywhere to bring it to you. Stay tuned. Oh, and meth-heads: Stop riding bikes, it’s a bust.

Old People Get Sexually Frustrated Too We should start with a very broad disclaimer here: Men attacking women is never funny and we are completely and totally anti-violence against women. Period. (We’re anti-violence against men, too. In fact, we are generally anti-violence. But violence against women is our very least favorite kind of violence. Except for maybe violence against children. Wait, do we have to rank these?) With that said, we couldn’t pass this one up. An undoubtedly cantankerous 71-year-old local man attacked his girlfriend around 3am last week after he “became frustrated due to her numerous pauses while they were having sex.” Officers responded and arrested him quickly. We could make a joke about, ah, old people doing it here. We could make a joke about the implications of sexual frustration here. Hell, we have a good one about eggs and bacon and impatient sexually deviant old people getting up too early in the morning that we could make here. (Don’t ask; it’s totally inappropriate.) But we’ll take the high road. No comment.

Tourist Basher Arrested Without Incident A 26-year-old local man “began yelling at and following a tourist. He tried to punch a tourist and broke a glass on the sidewalk” and was arrested for all sorts of stuff quickly thereafter. Come on man, the Downtown Organization and the Chamber of Commerce and Visit Santa Barbara and a million other organizations work hard to make this place inviting to people from all over the world. Pull your weight and stop acting like an… Oh forget it. Level with us. Was the guy going the wrong way on a one-way street? Riding one of the canopy bikes on a sidewalk? What set you off?

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Letters

Although you might not believe it, we actually want to hear from you. So if you have something you think we should know about or you see something we've said that you think is cretinous (or perspicacious, to be fair), then let us know. There's no limit on words or subject matter, so go ahead and let it rip to: Santa Barbara Sentinel, Letters to the Editor, 133 East De La Guerra Street, No. 182, Santa Barbara, California 93101. You can also leap into the 21st century and email us at letters@santabarbarasentinel.com.

Tara Ford and the Friendship Paddle

att, I wanted to take a moment to let you know about an amazing event that took place over the weekend and what a privilege it was for me to be a part of it. The Friendship Paddle is an annual fundraiser to help support local families in the fight against cancer. This year’s beneficiary was Tara Haaland-Ford, a local attorney, mom and all around inspiration to so many. The invite-only event began on Friday morning, when 27 boats and roughly 170 paddlers crossed the channel from the Harbor for a day at the Islands. The next morning we all woke early and – led by Tara’s husband Jon Ford, a local firefighter and waterman – embarked on the 28mile paddle back to SB. We crossed the channel on prone paddleboards and stand ups, some as soloists and others as parts of relay teams, in roughly 8 hours, making landfall on the beach at the Yacht Club to the cheers of hundreds of family, friends and supporters. This was a once in a lifetime experience, very emotional and powerful, and really reflected a community coming together

for the greater good. I was proud to be a part of it. I thought I’d write to thank not only Tara for her strength and courage but also the board members, boat captains and the core group of the Friendship Paddle for giving me – all of us, really – the opportunity and privilege of doing something uniquely good. Daniel Bertucelli Santa Barbara (Editor’s Note: Full disclosure: I’ve know Danny since we were kids running wild up in Santa Rosa. We lived in Spain together as exchange students and have been friends, through good times and bad, for a hell of a long time. So when he called on Sunday to tell me how much the paddle for Tara and her family meant to him, and I heard the raw sincerity in his voice, I suggested that he write a letter. Thanks for taking the time, DB, well said. For me, the punch line here is that Tara and Jon and their young daughters Madison and Lucy – whom I’ve met a few times but honestly can’t say I know hugely well – have ...continued p.22

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First Taste Tasting Beer by Randy Mosher has quickly become the go-to guide for understanding the basics of beer. This book covers it all. Want to cook with beer? What is the right glass for a bock? Wait, what is a bock? Tasting Beer addresses everything from the brewing process to sensory evaluation and includes useful tips on an array of different topics, such as aging beer or even hosting an event. In this book, Mosher really shows his versatility as a beer expert and the breadth of the

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This nice young lady was having a blast with the guys at The Dude’s Brewing Co. at the SB Beer Fest. (Hey, are those pretzels around your neck?) Zach Rosen is a Certified Cicerone® and beer educator living in Santa Barbara. He uses his background in chemical engineering and the arts to seek out abstract expressions of beer and discover how beer pairs with life.

coconut are a perfect accompaniment to the rich, truffle-like flavors of the roasted malts. Out of the different coconut beers I’ve tried, this one by far had the most balanced coconut character in it. The other beer creating a buzz was Punkinweizen from Wolf Creek Restaurant and Brewing Co. It must have been good because they quickly ran out (and before I could get a taste of this beer I was hearing so much about). Overall the festival was another great day of friends, beer and fun in the sun. Here’s to next year!

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into this book. Tasting Beer is a must for any beer nerd. Now, what beer to drink with the text? Whenever I’m trying to instruct someone on the ingredients of beer, there is only one brew that I will serve, Schneider’s Wiesen Edel-Weisse. This unique hefeweizen perfectly exemplifies the major ingredients of beer by blending a traditional German wheat beer with American hops. This allows one to explore the character of water, different malted grains, the terroir of hops and even the influence and flavors of yeast; all the major ingredients of beer. The beer blends citric, American Cascade hops with banana-flavored hefeweizen yeast to create a complex fruity character that matches the book’s deep but digestible (and tasty!) flavors. Tasting Beer is crammed with knowledge, but don’t worry, the brew’s smooth, creamy body (from the wheat and entrained yeast) will help soothe the book’s overwhelming wealth of information, while the grassy, floral notes of German Hallertauer hops keep the mind refreshed.

Going Beyond For something a little less studious I would suggest reading Beyond the Pale, an autobiography by Ken Grossman, president and owner of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Ken is a pioneer of the craft beer movement and has dedicated his life to building one of the most esteemed, successful breweries in the world. The book begins with his experiences as a child and takes the reader on a journey through the upbringing of both Ken and his fledgling brewery. Ken tells his tale in an honest, straightforward style that gives the reader insight into his life and the choices he has made rearing his brewery. Cracking open a can – yeah, a can – of the classic Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is

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Friday October 25 Spooky Scary

Boo! Did that scare you? No? Well then maybe the multitudinous available options for celebrating Halloween this weekend – nearly a week in advance of the actual holiday – will give you a fright. Up first for your consideration: the Cathedral Oaks Athletic Club’s Halloween Spooktacular. Starting at 5pm and going until 8:30pm, this event for the whole family will feature music, magicians, a bounce house and more. It’s free and open to members of the club and their guests. So if you know a member, pick up that phone and see if you can pressure them into letting you be their plus-one. Then get that member to RSVP by calling 805.964.7764. Find the club at 5800 Cathedral Oaks Road in Goleta. Don’t forget to wear a costume.

The Autumnal

While not explicitly Halloween-related, there’s still plenty of thrills and chills to be had at this event in a virtually unknown studio deep in the darkness of the Funk Zone. The Sea Horse Gallery (12 Helena Avenue) presents The Autumnal, opening tonight with a reception from 7 to 10pm and going through November 8. The show will feature works by Mark Lozano; Catherine Gee, who not only runs the Arts Fund, but is a portrait artist; James O’Mahoney, who goes by the less formal “Jim Mahoney” when he sends a letter to the editor into the Sentinel; and Lindsey Ross, who contributed a piece to the new art panels that were recently installed on the doors of the Anacapa Project storefronts along Yanonali Street (see page 20 for more on that). The Seahorse Gallery is open on Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4pm and by appointment. Call 805.966.5816 or email serveart2@gmail.com for more information.

Saturday October 26

Costumes and Blues

Blues, Rock and Funk have never been scarier. That’s because Sloane and the Smooth Tones are back at the Uptown Lounge (3126 State Street) tonight, from 7 to 11pm, for not just any old party, but a costume party. Prizes will be awarded to those with clever and creative costumes. We’ve already floated the idea of dressing as sexy government shutdown (it’s up to you to figure out how to execute that), but here goes some more ideas. Judges love politics and pop culture, so… something to do with John Boehner or Kanye West? This is hard. There’s no cover for tonight’s 21+ event.

Sunday October 27

Día de Los Muertos I

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art holds its 24th annual Día de los Muertos event today, for free, from 1 to 4pm. The whole family can join in on the traditional celebration that includes altars, art, folk dancing by the group Quetzalcoatl and music by Conjunto Jardin. There will also be

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Not Scary I

If you’ve had too much of all the ghosts and witches and monsters already, this afternoon’s Dog Wash Fundraiser could be just the breath of fresh air you need. C.A.R.E.4Paws is a local non-profit organization that helps to “reduce pet overpopulation and keep animals out of shelters.” Help them raise funds by bringing your dog by for a wash at their event at Hendry’s Beach today from 10am to 2pm. Go to care4paws. org for more information.

Monday October 28

My Sweet Halloween Costume

You’re tired from getting all dressed up and hanging around parties, but you made it through the ghoulish weekend. Here’s the thing though: Halloween hasn’t even happened yet. So take whatever costume you constructed and throw it in the trash; with the real deal coming up, it’s time to get serious. To help you do that, the boutique My Sweet Pineapple (3415 State Street) has over 200 one-of-a-kind costumes stocked. The best part? The average price is $20. They’re open Monday though Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Stop by and get ready for the big day.

Tuesday October 29 Not Scary II

Today and tomorrow, experts from Taylor Guitars will appear at Guitar Bar (137 Anacapa Street) as part of the company’s Taylor Guitar Roadshow. So if you’re a guitar guy or gal, stop by the Funk Zone spot for a chance to see demonstrations and talk shop with industry professionals. While this event has nothing to do with Halloween, a group of people breaking down the minutiae of guitar equipment and technique can be pretty scary. Non-guitarist friends, family and significant others that might get dragged out of the house tonight shouldn’t forget that Figueroa Mountain is just a few doors down on the same block, and seems like the perfect place to wait out the guitar party.

Wednesday October 30 The Horror

The Rocky Horror Picture Show might not be a film about Halloween, but it might be the perfect film to watch to get ready for Halloween. Why? Well, it inspires people to dress up in costume and act a little weird in front of other people. You can do both of those tonight on the rooftop of the Canary Hotel (31 West Carrillo Street). They’ll screen the cult classic, award prizes for the best costume and pass out blankets to those who are cold. Cocktails from Finch & Fork will be available to purchase. Get there at 7:30pm; the movie starts at 8pm. It’s free to attend.

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receives a Killer Shrimp sweat suit, which might come in handy if, say, for some reason, you have to walk home in the morning and the only other clothing you have with you is your sexy costume. The party starts at 8pm and goes until 1am. The winner will be announced at 10pm. Everything is ten percent off tonight.

Boo Yah!

Another option for tonight comes in the form of the Boo Yah! Halloween Funk Fest in the Funk Zone at Seven Bar and Kitchen (224 Helena Avenue). DJ Darla Bea, who tonight will host the party as the Bride of Funkenstein, will spin records and have you scaring everyone with your dance moves. It’s free, and you’ll have more fun if you wear a costume.

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If you’re in the mood for a different kind of celebration tonight, consider the third annual Boocara Halloween Celebration at the Bacara Resort and Spa (8301 Hollister Avenue). From lobby treat-or-treating to bobbing for apples and making s’mores, they’ll have plenty to keep the kids entertained. For the adults, there will be live music and cocktails at the bar. The adult wearing the best costume will be awarded a one-night stay, and the kid with the winning costume will win a slumber party. The event starts at 4pm and goes until 7pm. It’s $10 for adults and free for kids. Make your mandatory reservation by visiting nightout.com/events/boocara. Inquire about special room rates by calling 855.817.9782.

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Halloween is officially over, but this Día de Los Muertos reception is just getting started. Today from 5:30 to 8:30pm, Santa Barbara City College (721 Cliff Drive) will open the doors of the Luria Library on the west campus. At 6pm, there will be a Chumash blessing, with a mini-mercado, crafts, face-painting and, you know, general acknowledgment of death as impending and inevitable to follow. Take a stroll through the library for the altars and art put together by SBCC faculty, staff and students. There will also be music and food.

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by Sharon Byrne All photos by Shannon Rogers, Santa Barbara High School, Visual Arts and Design Academy

In October, Something Special This Way Comes

Franklin Elementary teachers helping out at the Milpas McDonald’s for McTeachers Night.

e’ve just finished our 3rd or 4th bout of Indian Summer weather, fall is finally in the air, and pumpkins are starting to dot the landscape. Yes, it’s October, my favorite month of the year, when some very good things happen in the neighborhood.

Franklin Elementary Invades Mickey D’s for McTeachers Night

ast week, Casie Kilgore, who is a total rockstar of a principal, swept into McDonald’s on Milpas with hordes of kids and families, bringing her trademark enthusiasm and energy for McTeachers Night. Over 200 families came to support the school. Fifteen of Franklin’s teachers donned McTeacher aprons and served food, made shakes and greeted patrons. Casie is very adept at organizing the Franklin parents, so turnout was huge. According to McDonald’s manager Ludvin Ramirez, Franklin traditionally generates the biggest McTeacher night on Milpas. McDonald’s thanks the teachers for their help by providing them with a variety of snacks like fruit and yogurt parfaits, salads, cookies, vitamin water, bottles of water, apple slices and more. What’s the draw? Milpas McDonald’s gives the school a percentage of all sales between 5 and 8 pm. The proceeds go to help send students to 6th grade camp and buy reusable cups for the cafeteria. Casie said, “For seven years I taught sixth grade and spent so much time and effort fundraising in order to make sure every child went to camp. McTeachers Night was one of the fundraisers I completely enjoyed and that financially supported our efforts. Now years later as a principal, I am thrilled that we are involved in McTeachers Night. Students love seeing teachers work the McFlurry machine and call out order numbers. We are lucky to

The Franklin Eagles mascot struts his stuff at McTeachers Night.

Sharon Byrne is executive director for the Milpas Community Association, and currently serves on the Advisory Boards for the Salvation Army Hospitality House and Santa Barbara County Alcohol and Drug Problems.

sbview.com Guzman from El Bajio bought them a new sofa, table and coffee machine. He also brought coffee, creamer and cookies for them. Neighbors donated chairs. Franklin Elementary gave them some tables. Rick Feldman of the EyeGlass Factory decided to send the cops on a shopping trip on his nickel. Now that’s some love. For cops! Who ever heard of a community that loves their cops? Well, we love ours on the Eastside. It helps that our beat cops are superfriendly, supportive, helpful and know everyone. We often don’t even have to ask them to help us with an event or problem. They’re so in tune with the neighborhood goings-on that they assign themselves, and they’re everywhere. I see them in the neighborhood daily. I predict other cities will come visit us to see how community policing works here, and why it is the answer to a lot of issues. Adrian has been leading the charge for it for years. Go Adrian! And what’s hanging on the walls of the new police substation? Art from Franklin Elementary’s Incredible Children’s Art Network (ICAN) program.

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T have such a supportive staff that come out and take shifts after teaching all day to help raise money so every student goes to camp.” Inside the Milpas McDonald’s, there is a large mosaic done by the Franklin kids. Outside there are concrete tiles with small hand imprints, also by Franklin kids. Clearly, this McDonald’s has had a long, supportive relationship with Franklin; no surprise, as owner Dave Peterson is an ardent proponent of giving back to the community.

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his is one of our favorite events. Halloween morning, we put black and orange balloons along Milpas, and promptly at 3pm, Halloweeners from preschool to high school flock to the street to trick or treat. The businesses totally get into it, putting on costumes, handing out candy, and even serving up ice cream at Capitol Hardware. I love October on Milpas. I really do.

An Unusual Candidates’ Forum by Sharon Byrne

ike many in this city, I am fatigued by the long council race, and I’m not running. I’ve been to the Latino Dems forum, the Greater Restaurant and Lodging/Chamber forum, the business forum (I helped produce that one), and the final forum on district elections on Oct. 22. Forums can be repetitive and boring. Candidates joke that after multiple forums, they can now do each other’s lines, having heard them so often. So this final forum was bit of a surprise. First, it was short. Second, everyone was there, except Michael Jordan, which was too bad, because he often has good

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insights. The topic was district elections, and it’s a hot one, but for reasons different than you might think. Like the sum of a collage or mosaic assembled from interesting and contrasting media, a collective spectrum of voices revealed a landscape where clearly something is amiss in our city’s electoral process. The traditional wisdom is that our city is small enough that an at-large election makes sense. There are cities in which one neighborhood is larger than all of Santa Barbara. Districts make sense there. Some candidates in favor of keeping the current at-large system pointed out that it’s better to elect the whole council, not just one rep from your particular district. You should have a say in the entire composition of your council. There are hurdles with a district election, too. Helene pointed out one: you must recuse yourself from a vote in which your property or residence is affected because of proximity. As small as Santa Barbara is, if you divide it into districts, those might be so small

challenges of being a minority candidate with enough crossover appeal to win. There is implied potential racism from those benefiting from the at-large system that district election proponents are harping on. Looking at the council, with five men, two women, everyone north of 40, none with children at home, and only one Hispanic, it doesn’t look like fair representation of the city’s actual demographics. Not that it has to, but there is a question there: Why doesn’t our council’s composition have some correlation to that of our city? Most interestingly, candidates at this forum articulated their views on democracy, fair representation, ensuring that diverse voices are taken into account, accessibility of representatives to the citizens, achieving more of a consensus in decision making and other philosophical notions not previously explored in forums. This provided a very fresh look at some well-known faces, because this forum got at the thinking behind their platforms. And

“Why doesn’t our council’s composition have some correlation to that of our city?” that land-use decisions within a district might force that district rep to recuse themselves repeatedly. And then the district would have no representation on a decision that affects it solely. But it was the arguments from those advocating for district elections that caught my attention the most. I was sort of sitting in the same space David Landecker articulated in his answer: a hybrid system, where you have some district reps (making for larger districts) and some at-large. I’ve seen borough infighting and deal-brokering with a district system, so there are pitfalls there. But I also recognize that scaling the high wall of campaign financing in a citywide at-large system creates a strange outcome. The people that win tend to be retired, or alternatively, interested in a career in elected office. They tend to come from the outer ring of the city, which is where affluence and high propensity voters are. So the people that run, and the groups that vote for them, are from the same areas, and those areas tend to not be adversely impacted by land-use decisions and social issues. It’s the inner core of the city that suffers. I don’t believe this is a deliberately intended outcome. It’s just arisen as decades of councils residing in the outer ring made one-off decisions over time that adversely impacted the inner core. All the usual arguments arise now: Well the inner core should mount their own candidates. They should vote. That’s why they have no say. But that ignores that significant fundraising hurdle, and the

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they were a more diverse bunch than you’d think. Some felt clearly entitled to run, that they deserve to win because they’ve successfully worked the current machinery to their favor. Some were unhappy that the wall of fundraising was so high. It locks out good people who will never land machinery backing. So how does democracy work when only certain people can run and be expected to win? Mayor Helene Schneider tried to pull the various threads together by asking what problem it is that we truly want to solve here, but Bendy White landed it: What we want is fairness in our representation. And while district elections is one vehicle, will it truly lead to fairness? Matthew Kramer surprised me by bringing up fair elections. Maybe the answer to scaling that considerable fundraising wall is to impose campaign finance limits, or insist that candidates achieve a certain number of $5 donations to indicate wide appeal and viability before placement on the ballot. Ventura County has a cap on supervisor’s races of $194k. Thousand Oaks is looking at capping city council race expenditures. Fair elections is yet another vehicle to increase fair representation. This was, surprisingly, the most interesting forum of them all, because it got at how candidates think about democracy and representation, which was quite revealing. I offer my congratulations to the organizers.

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“David, it’s Matt Mazza over at the Sentinel.” “Hey Matt, how’s the story coming?” “Fine, great, really, I just had a couple, well, follow up questions for you before I finish it up.” “There are two ghosts,” David read my mind. “One is an old night watchman named Harry Piodela who took care of the place, swept up, locked the doors and even helped with some stage operations back during Prohibition. He lived – and died – in an old dressing room upstairs that was made into an apartment for him. The other is the ghost of Dr. Frank Fowler, he was the first director of the Alhecama Theatre. I haven’t met the latter, although I’ve heard that he can sometimes be seen

A Poor Decision

A few days passed before I was able to sit down to look back through my notes from that afternoon. There was quite a bit of detail about the renovation work and the upcoming season and all the other things happening right now at the theatre, all of which are exciting. But on the last page, there was one word, written in all capital letters and surrounded by a box. It has been traced over many times in black ink: HAUNTED? I picked up the phone and called David, who answered brightly.

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That is not what’s happening at the Lobero today – that’s actually work being done back circa 1924 in connection with a redesigned theatre courtesy of George Washington Smith and the Community Arts Association.

in a tuxedo in the audience, but I’ve run into the former a couple times.” “The Lobero has a ghost that wears a tuxedo and sits in a seat in the audience?” “Yeah, and one who probably still drinks too much and plays tricks on people.” All right. That’s my kind of apparition. David soon launched into fairly predictable but still wild tales about loud dragging and banging and clomping (is that a word?) sounds coming mysteriously from old Harry’s room late at night, usually when David (or some poor, innocent box office worker or set designer or actor) was there working late. Yeah, Mr. Asbell can spin a yarn, all right. He even told me one about a series of inexplicable events one Fourth of July that were dreadful enough to cause an ex-girlfriend to flee Santa Barbara for Florida many years back. “I really owe Harry one there,” David wryly smiled. “I might never have met my wife without his shenanigans.” (Anecdotally, Patricia Clarke put out a fantastic column a few weeks back about David and his lovely wife, Denise Danemiller. Check out Faces of Santa Barbara (Vol. 2, Issue 37). I digress.) “David, this is unbelievable. I really think that this is part of the story we should tell.” I paused, considered briefly, and then made what ultimately turned out to be a regrettable decision. “Would you mind if I spent a few hours alone in the theatre tomorrow night to see if Frank or Harry is around?” Quite a regrettable decision indeed.

An Impending Community Celebration

Before we get to the rather traumatic consequences of my hasty, ill-fated choice, it is important to note that the Lobero has

really undergone a transformation over the past few months, one that is both in keeping with the deep historical roots of the place and designed to address the realities of modern-day theatre-going. “Maintaining the integrity of the building itself has been a paramount concern,” David explained, “and we have done everything possible to do just that while also updating for ADA compliance, patron comfort and safety.” New seating – that actually decreases the number of seats available and increases guest space – larger restrooms designed for more streamlined and efficient use and proper ventilation and air conditioning have all been added, and myriad other details (e.g., acoustics and aesthetics) have been studied and tweaked to ensure a terrific guest experience. Much has been said and written about alterations to the front of the Lobero, some of it positive and some of it, ah, not so much. David specifically took time to address the issue: “The front of the theatre is our lobby, a real gathering space, and changes needed to be made. Some were forced upon us due to ADA requirements and others were designed to improve guest safety and experience. Above all, however, was a genuine desire to retain historical character and charm, and I think we’ve accomplished that.” At the end of the day, whether you personally agree with every change that has been made or not, the bottom line is that the all-volunteer board has really worked hard to balance the disparate interests involved, and my own personal feeling is that they’ve done a rather admirable job under challenging conditions. The Lobero is a community theatre in perhaps ...continued p.29

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...continued from p.5 city is viewed as dirty, unsafe and has been handed over to the homeless. The city needs to act quickly and decisively to address this perception, with a long-term view towards making our city as beautiful as its reputation once was. This leads to my second point, which is economic diversity. Our city should consider creating an office of economic development. We are too reliant on tourism, we make starting a business a daunting (if not impossible) task and we have driven away most middle skills jobs that would provide a more stable economic base for our residents, more insulated from the whims of the tourism industry. Finally, as to your question of personal beliefs, I believe they should have no impact on the decisions regarding individual businesses setting up shop in our city. We

have federal, state and local ordinances that govern businesses, and personal views are too often arbitrary and subjective. If a business meets all of its zoning, etc., requirements, then the free market, not a committee, should decide its fate. (Sentinel Says: The “environment conducive to conducting business” is key, for sure. But what about the regulatory environment here in town? More? Less? What gives? Further, as far as we can tell, we are still pretty attractive as a tourism center so, while there are definitely important issues we have to address, the sky is also not falling. Nicely put on the personal beliefs point, but what about those “local ordinances” and regulatory requirements? Jason?)

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The City Council should maintain a steady feedback loop with the business community while keeping a close eye on priorities: safety, cleanliness, functionality, and aesthetic beauty. (Similar loops are needed with our general population.) The Chick-fil-A incident highlighted the need for our Boards and Commissions to be reminded constantly that the rule of law takes precedence over personal concerns. Fair-mindedness and transparency are core to the essence of government. At the local level, stakeholders have the best opportunity to engage and make a difference. The recent Dario Pini appeal on Chino Street demonstrated how a neighborhood can argue a policy position using common sense and a civil tone. Mr. Pini,

despite his controversial status, ended up with a viable development which fit better in the neighborhood, after first cutting back its intensity. Council adjudicated the convoluted array of land use restrictions, Board decisions, neighbors’ concerns, and Mr. Pini’s notoriety, and came up with a fair-minded decision… local government at its best. The City has a strong and special relationship with the Downtown Organization – a true public-private partnership. Council’s balancing act with the DO is a delicate one – to nurture the physical, cultural, and economic core of the City, while not playing excessive favorites over our other commercial districts or residential neighborhoods… not so easy in times when resources are stretched thin. The City/DO relationship is a work in constant progress, needing adjustments small and large. Transparency, fair-mindedness and honoring the rule of law are the key ingredients to sound decision-making. I believe I bring that to my work on Council. (Sentinel Says: Steady she goes, Mr. White, thanks for some specifics and a ...continued p.27

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Local Celebrities To Pick NFL Winners For Scholarship Fund by John Dvorak

Local Olympic champion beach volleyball player Todd Rogers lists his NFL picks in hopes of triggering donations for the Junior Lifeguard program.

residio Sports is excited to announce a new promotional campaign with Santa Barbara Brewing Company that will raise money to provide at least two scholarships for next summer’s local Junior Lifeguard program. Starting this week with Olympic champion beach volleyball player Todd Rogers, a local celebrity will predict the winners of NFL football games. Each correct pick will trigger a donation that will accumulate throughout the season. The picks will be posted online at PresidioSports.com each week and will also appear in the Sentinel. Local volleyball legend Rogers is first up to the plate this week. Rogers just left

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for an international tournament in China, but will be in Santa Barbara making a public appearance at the Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table’s Fall Classic on Wednesday, October 30. The promotion will provide at least two scholarships for the seven-week summer camp that promotes fitness and an active lifestyle. For over 40 years, the Santa Barbara Junior Lifeguard program has helped develop youth with strenuous daily workouts, water safety, first aid, surf lifesaving, marine education, lifeguard competitions and more. Physical fitness and development are balanced with selfesteem and camaraderie. Next week’s predictions will be handled by professional surfer Lakey Peterson.

PARC Foundation to Benefit Junior Lifeguards by John Dvorak

t’s hard to imagine Santa Barbara without the many open spaces and recreational opportunities that we have at our fingertips. While it often seems like a given, many of the community programs and public venues important to our lives would not be the same without the consistent efforts of the Parks And Recreation Community Foundation (PARC Foundation). Since 1986, the organization has faithfully fundraised to help enrich the lives of local Santa Barbarans through the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. It’s hard to live here and not be touched by the department’s services in one way or another. It’s no joke. The list of venues managed and supported by the city’s Parks and Recreation Department is long. It includes the Carrillo Recreation Center, Los Banos Pool, Skater’s Point, Douglas Family Preserve, Dwight Murphy Field, the Westside Community Center, Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens and Mackenzie Park to name just a few. The community programs are equally diverse and fit into the department’s mission of promoting healthy lifestyles and education. “The PARC foundation believes that those things are essential for us and our mission is to make sure those things continue,” says Foundation Director Judith Cook McCaffrey.

In support of its cause, Holdren’s Steaks & Seafood on State Street will be donating a portion of its proceeds to the PARC Foundation. Holdren’s has specifically directed the money to go towards scholarships for the Junior Lifeguard program. The kicker is that for $54, one can purchase a multi-course dinner for two that has a normal value of $90. Learn more about the offer at CentralCoastDining.com. “I think people sometimes take things for granted not realizing that they could go away,” McCaffrey said. “We feel like parks are really important to our quality of life.” The importance of the PARC Foundation is not lost on the City’s Waterfront Aquatics Supervisor Rich Hanna, who runs Junior Lifeguards. “If we didn’t have the PARC foundation, we wouldn’t be able to do these programs and events,” Hanna said. Santa Barbara’s Junior Lifeguards is widely considered a special gem. The nationally recognized program has been training local youth for over 40 years. While most costs are covered by the city’s budget and/or fees, extra funds for safety equipment and scholarship money is needed to maintain the program’s high standards. “[The PARC Foundation] kept us thriving when the city was going through its budget problems,” Hanna said. Last year, Junior Lifeguards had 271 youths participate in the seven-week camp. “We believe in balancing physical fitness and development with selfesteem, camaraderie and fun,” Hanna explains. “The seven weeks allow staff to mentor, coach and build on skills that enforce beach safety, marine biology, oceanography, and most importantly lifesaving skills.” Hanna says over 90 percent of his current Junior Lifeguard instructors are program alumni, a testament to the strong bonds that are created from the powerful experience. “I personally believe that any Junior Lifeguard program provides a wealth of benefits for participants,” Hanna said. “So many new friendships are made through Jr. Lifeguard programs, and because so many of these programs cross school lines that when kids are transitioning from different elementary to Junior High Schools they often start the school year with friends who they have met at Junior Lifeguards.”

Another Year, Another Tiltle by Barry Punzal

reg Tebbe has kept the winning tradition going in the Santa Barbara High girls’ tennis program. Tebbe’s Dons finished unbeaten in the Channel League for their 35th straight championship. The five seniors on his team never lost a league match in their careers.

Tebbe introduced two of those seniors at Monday’s Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table press luncheon at Harry’s Plaza Café: Kelli Martindale and Karina Thornton. Martindale is one of the top female athletes in the area. Besides tennis, she also is a standout on the Santa Barbara track team. Her specialty is the multievent heptathlon. “Kelli has a great work ethic in practice and in matches,” Tebbe said. “She has the distinction of having the biggest serve on the team. If we had a radar gun, her serve would probably be right up there – in terms of velocity – with Serena Williams. It’s definitely one of the biggest weapons I’ve seen. In fact, when other coaches come to play us and they’re warming up, they watch her serve and comment on it. It’s quite an intimidation factor, so it helps the whole team.” Martindale has a season record of 29-12 and finished with a 16-3 mark in league. Thornton, Tebbe noted, is a three-year all-Channel League player. Her season record is 30-7 and 15-1 in league. “She is a great competitor and one of the best doubles players I’ve come across in my career of coaching,” said Tebbe. “That’s saying something because Santa Barbara High has always had a strong tradition in doubles, and she’s definitely one of the best I’ve coached.” The Dons play two more regular season matches before the Channel League Individual Tournament and the CIF playoffs.

Football

BCC coach Craig Moropoulos got a kick out of the three players he brought to the luncheon. They made the difference in an 18-16 win over Antelope Valley. “These guys were as instrumental as any guys I’ve seen in a win,” he said of kickoff man Ryan Rickel, punter Tim Gleason and place-kicker Marcus Hoerberg. Rickel made a bone-jarring tackle on Antelope Valley’s speedy kickoff return guy to save a touchdown. With under 1:30 left in regulation time, Gleason punted the ball inside the 1-yard line and the Vaquero defense recorded a safety on Antelope Valley’s first play from scrimmage to win the game. Hoerberg kicked three field goals beyond 40 yards to give SBCC a 9-7 lead at halftime. This week, SBCC (7-0, 3-0) travels to Woodland Hills to play L.A. Pierce in a battle of conference unbeaten. Laguna Blanca has a big game in two weeks against Dunn. “Our season is on the line,” coach Shane Lopes said. “The winner of this game goes to the playoffs.” Lopes introduced lineman Angus Watters, who had an interception in Saturday’s 54-12 win over Ojai Valley. After a bye week, Carpinteria travels to Ojai on Friday to face defending

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Murillo made big plays on special teams, offense and defense to help top-ranked Bishop Diego blank Santa Paula 44-0. The Cardinals play host to No. 2 Oak Park on Saturday at La Playa Stadium.

CIF Northwest Division champion Nordhoff, which is coming off a loss against Oak Park. “They’re not used to losing,” Carpinteria coach Ben Hallock said of Nordhoff. “We’re going to go out and prepare to come out and play our best football game of the year. If we do that, we’ll be all right.” Hallock brought weekly combatants noseguard Jose “Pancho” Sanchez and center Gabriel Zapien-Ybarra. “They’ve done a great job at making each other better,” he said. Hallock announced that Carpinteria will be celebrating its centennial year and inducting five new members into its Hall of Fame on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9. The inductees are basketball players Kevin Purcell and Peter Ruiz, softball star DeeAndre Pilkington McGuff, track and field standout Micheline Sheaffer White and football and track star and coach Coley Candaele. The induction ceremony will take place at halftime of the Warriors’ game against Oak Park on Nov. 8. The banquet is the following night at the Carpinteria Boys and Girls Club. Dos Pueblos football coach Nate Mendoza said wide receiver Matt Sessler (the SBART Athlete of the Week), linebacker Ryan Nuno and linebackerpunter-place kicker Daniel Buratto were key players in the Chargers’ 49-14 win over San Marcos last Friday. Nuno had a big interception in the first half, Sessler caught three touchdown passes and Buratto played solid at weakside linebacker. The Chargers play Ventura in their homecoming on Friday. A win would clinch a tie for the league title. “We’re taking every game like it’s our last,” Mendoza said. “A win on Friday will put us in the playoffs.” San Marcos coach Anthony Linebaugh praised players Jacob Cobian and Jack Haley for their commitment to the football team. He said Cobian can be counted on to play anywhere there is a need. On Haley, the coach said the senior “is a great representation of a student athlete.” Haley is the ASB president, the closer on

the mock trial team and is involved in other school activities. Yet, he made the decision to commit to football. Linebaugh is glad he did.

Athletes of the Week

pair of Dos Pueblos athletes were honored as the Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table Athletes of the Week.

1, Bishop Diego (Tri-Valley) 7-0 2, Oak Park (Tri-Valley) 7-1 3, Carpinteria (Tri-Valley) 6-1  4, La Salle (Del Rey) 5-2 5, Nordhoff (TriValley) 6-1 6, Maranatha (Olympic) 6-2 7, El Segundo (Pioneer) 4-3 8, North Torrance (Pioneer) 4-3 9, Azusa (Montview) 5-2 10, Whittier Christian (Olympic) 4-3.  Others: Santa Paula (Tri-Valley) 5-3; Verbum Dei (Del Rey) 5-3; Bassett (Montview) 4-3.

Western Division

DP golf player Megan Caird shot a match-low 38 against Ventura.

Luncheon to receive the plaque because she was playing at the Channel League Individual Tournament at Soule Park in Ojai. The male athletes named as honorable mention are Marcus Hoerberg (SBCC football), Omar Montalvo (SBCC soccer), Cole Smith (Dos Pueblos cross country), Shane Hauschild (San Marcos water polo), BJ Murillo (Bishop Diego football). The female honorable mention selections are Lexi Rottman (Santa Barbara High volleyball), Brandie Harris (SBCC soccer) and Leah Sully (UCSB volleyball).

CIF

Dos Pueblos’ Matt Sessler caught three touchdown passes in a win against San Marcos.

Football player Matt Sessler and golfer Megan Caird were the recipients of the award. Sessler had a big game against San Marcos. He caught three touchdown passes in the first half, leading the Chargers to a 49-14 crosstown win, which gave them the City Championship. “Matt continues to improve his game every single week,” DP coach Nate Mendoza said. “I’m really proud of the way he performed Friday night. I’m pleased how far he’s performed and how far he’s come this year.” Caird earned medalist in two DP victories last week. She shot a 36 at Glen Annie Golf Course, helping the Chargers beat Righetti with a seasonlow score of 197. She shot a match-low 38 in a Channel League match against Ventura, which capped a 14-0 regular season. Caird was unable to attend Monday’s Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table

t’s another Showdown Saturday for the Bishop Diego Cardinals as they take on Oak Park in a No. 1 vs. No. 2 football battle in the CIF Northwest Division. Kickoff is at 7pm at La Playa Stadium. Bishop (7-0) has been top ranked all season. It is coming off a 44-0 thrashing of previously sixth-ranked Santa Paula. Oak Park (7-1) moved into the No. 2 spot this week after its stunning 23-3 win over defending CIF champion and previously unbeaten Nordhoff. Oak Park will be the fourth top-10 opponent for the Cardinals this season. They’ve beaten No. 3 Carpinteria, No. 4 La Salle and Santa Paula. BJ Murillo had a big game against Santa Paula. He returned the opening kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown, had a 31-yard gain on his only carry and caught a 48-yard TD reception. On defense, he also had 7 tackles (5 solo) and 2 pass deflections. In another TVL clash of CIF top-10 teams, third-ranked Carpinteria plays at No. 5 Nordhoff. After two impressive Channel League wins, Dos Pueblos caught the attention of poll voters and moved into the No. 10 spot in the Western Division. The Chargers host Ventura in their homecoming game on Friday.

1, Serra (Mission) 7-0 2, Chaminade (Mission) 5-2 3, Lompoc (Los Padres) 6-1  4, St. Francis (Mission) 7-0  5, Camarillo (Pacific View) 6-1 6, Santa Monica (Ocean) 4-3  7, Cathedral (Mission) 5-2 8, Morro Bay (Los Padres) 4-3 9, Culver City (Ocean) 3-4 10, Dos Pueblos (Channel) 4-4.

Northern Division 1, Hart (Foothill) 7-0 2, Palos Verdes (Bay) 5-2 3, Atascadero (Pac-7) 5-2 4, Valencia (Foothill) 5-2  5, Canyon (Foothill) 6-1  6, Palmdale (Golden) 5-2 7, Arroyo Grande (Pac-7) 5-2 8, West Torrance (Bay) 6-1 9, Mira Costa (Bay) 4-3 9, St. Joseph (Pac-7) 5-2 9, Paso Robles (Pac-7) 5-2.

Mt. SAC Invitational Four South Coast cross country teams will take top-10 rankings into this weekend’s Mt. SAC Invitational. The Mt. SAC Invitational is considered the largest cross country meet in the nation. Last year’s event drew 25,000 runners. Going into the big meet, the Dos Pueblos boys are ranked sixth in Division 2, San Marcos is No. 6 in Division 3 and Cate is ninth in Division 5. For the girls, Dos Pueblos is rated 10th in Division 2. The St. Joseph girls are the highest ranked area team at fifth in Division 5. Cate is 11th in the division.

Volleyball Cate and Laguna Blanca remain 1 and 2 in the Division 4-A poll. The Condor League rivals meet for the league championship on Nov. 6 at Laguna Blanca.

Water Polo Channel League-leading Dos Pueblos is No. 3 in the latest Division 2 rankings. Also ranked are Ventura at No 7, San Marcos at No. 8 and Santa Barbara at 10. Righetti is ranked third in Division 4.

Tennis Carpinteria retained its No. 1 ranking in Division 5 despite losing on Saturday at San Luis Obispo. Santa Barbara moved up to fifth in the Division 1 poll. Santa Ynez is third in Division 3.

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Lola Boutique Draws Lavish Fashionistas

all is hands down my favorite season to shop for new clothes. There are just so many fun new items to look at in our local shops that have been forgotten all summer long (perhaps especially in Santa Barbara): Scarves and hats and sweaters and wool and cashmere and and and… Whoa. I’m two sentences into my first column and already a bit carried away. Told you I like fall clothes shopping. I was on a mission to find something unique last weekend, so I ventured into Victoria Court. And I was quickly drawn to Lola Boutique. I immediately noticed how charming the shop was. Tops, bottoms, jeans, dresses, jewelry, shoes, bags and, yes, even scarves filled the tables and racks, and I found it very accessible and easy to navigate my way around. There were even horse paintings for purchase on the walls done by sales associate Bettina Norton.

Precious stone necklaces and rings on display. A sign directs customers to Lola Boutique off State Street.

Nicole McClure Green has owned Lola Boutique since 2009.

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“You feel like you’re shopping in a highend boutique,” owner Nicole McClure Green explained. “There’s something for every age.” On the main floor, Lola carries new clothing from high-end designers such as Lotta Stensson, Night Cap, Bella Luxx and Indah. With the fall season here, some cute pieces I noticed were ponchos, leather jackets, zip-up sweaters and kneehigh boots. “I like to nurture up-and-coming small designers. They are true to what they do and have a distinctive style,” McClure Green said. Walk up a few stairs to the consignment section and you can find pieces from Chloe, Diane Von Furstenberg, Tory Burch and Theory. I even noticed a cute pair of Manolo Blahnik heels (not in my size unfortunately). Prices at Lola range from $40 – $500 and the styles are constantly changing. “We get one-of-a-kind items in all the time and they are always different,” she said. “We are unique in that way.”

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McClure Green has worked in the fashion retail business for 15 years. She had at one time run the Angel/ Wendy Foster store on Coast Village

Dazzling earrings fill the jewelry stand.

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Levin, Dan Levin has James Bond on his shirt and J.F.K. on his pop art-inspired canvas.

Artist-curator Erika Carter and property manager Katie Hay leave the shades on for this shot in front of Erika’s piece on Guitar Bar’s door.

ntil very recently, the art was behind the doors of the businesses lining the block of Yanonali Street between Anacapa and Helena – in the form of topof-the-line guitars on one corner, craft beer on the other and everything sold

in between. But on Thursday, October 17, six large works by Funk Zone artists were installed on the exterior doors of the establishments here, and were introduced to the neighborhood with a relaxed but lively sidewalk gathering.

Erika Carter of Green House Studios, just down the street, curated the installation, which organizers plan to keep up for six months before bringing in new pieces. “With Erika pulling together these local artists for the inaugural installation and stepping up to be willing to help us, we’re very fortunate,” said a thankful Katie Hay, whose Central Coast Real Estate headed this development, known as the Anacapa Project. Erika also has a piece of her own hung on the door of Guitar Bar. Her work in the immediate vicinity is far from over; she’s been commissioned by The Lark to supply its not-yet-open private dining room with artwork. At the other end of the block, Virginia McCracken, also of Green House Studios,

Lindsey Ross stands in front of the space where her artwork will soon be hung.

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Virginia McCracken kneels down with her nearly displayed piece while an audience encourages her to strike a pose.

Michael Irwin in front of what he calls a “reflection piece.”

was in high spirits despite a recent bit of bad luck. Not only had her piece not quite made it onto the Figueroa Mountain door in time for the 11am reception, but a bird had already claimed a small portion of one panel. “Welcome to exterior art,” a man nearby deadpanned. Philip Koplin of Koplin/Levin Studios, whose artwork is affixed to the door of Cutler’s Artisan Spirits, pointed out that when the doors are open, that is, retracted upward, the top half of each work will be exposed to the sun. He accounted for that when creating his piece. “It has to be protected,” he said, “so it’s got two layers of resin on there” The other half of Koplin/Levin Studios, Dan Levin, beamed next to his piece attached to Area 5.1 Winery’s front door, which renders J.F.K. in a spacesuit. Dan, who usually creates sculptural pieces he refers to as “assemblage art,” pointed out his work’s Warholian sensibility, which stands out among the other works. “I’ve been doing this type of thing, using big squeegees,” explained Michael Irwin of his contribution that’s displayed on Riverbench’s storefront, “and just moving the paint and pulling things out of it.” He revealed his inspiration: “You ever go to Paris and walk along the canals and see those aspens or birch trees or whatever they are along the edge? The reflection in the water was kind of what I was thinking.” Lindsey Ross chatted with art enthusiasts about her process on the pavement in front of her artwork, which, like Virginia’s, was yet to be hung. Lindsey, whose La Chambre Photographique studio can be seen from where she stood

on Yanonali, is a photographer who, among other things, creates tintype portraits with Civil War-era equipment. Organizers didn’t retroactively decide to hang art after the property was built. From the beginning, the doors were incorporated into the design of the building with the intention for them to support outdoor exhibitions. “It was the idea of the original architectural team and the project development team,” property manager Katie explained. “The ownership invested to make these doors possible, to be able to have this art installation. It was really a collaborative effort.” The doors themselves – which cost a lucky penny – are bulky and industrial, fitting in well with the neighborhood’s architectural vernacular. They were custom built for the project by a company called Schweiss. “They’re often used in airplane hangar applications,” Katie said as she opened Guitar Bar’s control panel to give a quick demonstration. “There wasn’t a security need, necessarily,” she added. “It was to be able to facilitate various installations of art.” And that is, after all, what the Funk Zone needs from its developers. “We’re trying to provide a forum for our local artists to be able to display their work for the public enjoyment,” Katie summed up, “where they otherwise might not actually be seen by way of a gallery or anything else.” Check out the Facebook page created for the doors and their art at www.facebook.com/ doorsatanacapaproject. Anyone interested in acquiring any of the art on display should contact Erika Carter, who can be found online at www.erikacarter.com.

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...continued from p.7 The 2013 Friendship Paddle gets underway from Forney’s Cove at the west end of Santa Cruz

had a profound and positive impact on those around them in the face of some of the most challenging circumstances imaginable. And they’ve done it with a certain humble grace and courage that is contagious. Yet nevertheless a very simple fact remains: Tara is in the fight of her life. Don’t wait. Go to www.friendshippaddle.org, read her story and contribute whatever you can. You won’t regret it. – MSM)

An Open Letter to Mayor Schneider

Dear Mayor Schneider: I am sure I am not the only downtown resident of Santa Barbara who is fed up with this area’s streets being made into a free RV parking lot. The picture below was taken on the morning of October 19, and shows an RV that has been parked less than two blocks from State Street’s downtown business corridor for a period of three straight days and two nights. The photo foreshortens this window shade drawn old monster that takes up three conventional automobile parking spaces. An unfortunate vehicle owner squeezed in behind it has a rear quarter sticking out well into the red zone and may get a ticket for that. But who really should be paying operational funds into the city coffers for this ludicrous situation? Yes, we still have a broken economy and growing numbers of desperate people living in these old RVs as an alternative to having no home at all. But Santa Barbara’s residential neighborhoods need prompt and proper civic action to end an already completely out of hand problem that only grows worse by the week. I can’t blame anyone for wanting to live in our lovely city, but a homeless hands-off enclave and

free RV parking lot it ain’t. I speak as a former poverty program director here. We need proper problem solving leadership, not benevolent neglect or endless committee meetings. Ron Atwood West Victoria Street (Editor’s Note: Oh come on Helene, what say you? – MSM)

Ménage à Trois

Matt, I saw Jose’s letter to you last week (On Mac McGill, Controversial Letters and Crossword Puzzles (And Homeless Shelters), Vol. 2, Issue 40). Jose is a peacemaker, and a friend. Free beer is also kind of a thing with me. So if you’re buying, I would sit and have a beer with you, so long as you don’t use it as evidence to write about me being an alcoholic money scrounger. Mac McGill, Alcoholic Money Scrounger Santa Barbara (Editor’s Note: What the hell, Mac, I’m in… although I still don’t know why we need a “peacemaker.” Jose? Can we make it a threesome? Boy, this job has taken me in directions I never thought I’d go back in law school. And I like it. – MSM)

An Unlikely Intersection

Dear Matt, I’m glad that the government shutdown has ended, and I’m relieved that we didn’t default on our debt. Yes, we prevented an economic catastrophe that would have put a huge hole in our fragile economic recovery. But the reason we were in this mess in the first place is that a reckless faction in Congress took the government and the economy hostage for no good purpose and to no productive end. Is extended parking on downtown streets cool or not? If not, then where, if anywhere? Don’t RV-dwellers have rights too? Tough stuff.

According to the S&P Index, the government shutdown delivered a powerful blow to the U.S. economy. By their estimates, $24 billion has been flushed down the drain for a completely unnecessary political stunt. $24 billion dollars. How many children could have been back in Head Start classes? How many seniors could have had a hot lunch through Meals on Wheels? How many scientists could have gotten their research funded? How many bridges could have been repaired and trains upgraded? The Republicans keep saying, “Leave the sequester in place and cut all those budgets.” They keep trying to cut funding for the things that would help us build a future. But they are ready to flush away $24 billion on a political stunt. We have serious problems that need to be fixed, and we have hard choices to make about taxes and spending. I hope we never see our country flush money away like this again. Not ever. It’s time for the hostage taking to end. It’s time for every one of us to say, “No more.” Leoncio Martins Santa Barbara (Editor’s Note: Well, Leoncio, I can’t say that we often see to eye-to-eye on stuff politically. With that said, and even though I can’t say that I blame the shutdown and its consequences on “The Republicans,” I do see a busted system that doesn’t seem to get much done anymore without an unhealthy dose of political theatre and brinksmanship that is bound to get us in really deep doo-doo sooner than later. And so we find common ground in two simple words: No more. Thanks for writing. – MSM)

Happy Halloween from the Funk Zone

HI HI Matt, the clock is racing and the triple crown of holidays starts next week with the Funk Zone’s favorite: Halloween (aka the eve of All Saints Day). Here is the first offering from the Zone, on the Metro Art Pole naturally. This double talking eye earthquake makes me weak; it’s one of those images that sticks in the bean for

Spooky, Jim. Happy Halloween!

awhile. Happy Halloween. P.S. This would make the ultimate Halloween cover and would put the pink poodle in the pound. Jim Mahoney Funk Zoner (Editor’s Note: Thanks Jim, I really enjoy the shots of the Metro Art Pole you send my way. This one does indeed stick in the proverbial bean, and makes a terrific addition to this Halloween-y issue. Right on. I must confess confusion, though, at your post-script: What pink poodle? And what pound? Whatever, I still dig the shot. Happy Halloween to you and everybody down In the Zone. – MSM)

Happy Autumn, Santa Barbara

Morning Matt, here’s a reminder of the local beauty we all get to experience as winter approaches... Ron Atwood Santa Barbara (Editor’s Note: I almost can’t imagine printing two letters from the same guy in the same week, Ron, but I love the shot and am thrilled about the season change this year. I’m pretty much a summer guy, but Fall and Winter are just appealing to me right now. And your photo really does reflect local beauty in these colder months. Nice capture. Have a good week everybody. – MSM)

Winter is coming, thanks Ron.

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k, we admit it: There’s just something we love about the painted pianos that once again graced State Street (and Avelina Winery in the Funk Zone!), waiting for players to sit down, crack their musical knuckles and let fly a ballad for lucky passersby. The whole spectacle was a cover story for us last year (Lights, Music, Action, Vol. 1, Issue 6), involving, if we remember right, something about a related experience EIC Matt had on a snowy evening in Denver after trying a difficult arbitration back when he was a big city lawyer. (By the way, Matt, we don’t believe you were ever a big city lawyer. Prove it.) A public piano – and an unlikely player – provided old Matt a real respite from bonechilling cold of early winter in Denver. And, while we can’t say it’s very cold these days here in town, we can say that these picturesque pianos really had a tendency to spark spontaneous smiles and sudden laughter from all within ear shot. We like that. Until next year, Pianos on State. Can’t wait.

This kid was nervous to play out on the street instead of just for his teacher…

What we call the Wiley Coyote piano is near the corner of Anapamu and State, and although nobody played it while we checked it out, it was one of our favorites from a design perspective. (What’s up, Bach?)

Michael Martel is a true talent and we were lucky to catch him out in front of Old Navy. (Hey Michael, told you this would be in the paper. And don’t worry, man, you look great!)

…but he eventually warmed up and knocked it out. (See? There’s nothing to be afraid of, man, now you’re a famous musician in the local paper!)

Twenty-year-old Shae Lael played something from the heart that we found rather sweet and profound out in front of the Starbucks at Victoria. (Nice, Shae, thanks for sharing!)

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Gionvanni and Mia Sanders – the photographers’ kids – spent much of the afternoon on State trying to nail their favorite tune, “The Pink Panther Theme Song.”

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tories of the Old West, with images of men larger than life, heroes of the dusty trails and cold desert nights, are still told fondly these days. There have been many tall tales of even taller men who ride high in the saddle yet look to the heavens above for guidance. Tough men. Hard men. Some of who happen to sing the occasional country song. Here is a tale of one such legend, a man that towers among his peers and has songs in his throat that tell of good times and bad. A man with a six string as his weapon, he sings of the traditional values, love of his country and of the daily survival in this world in which we live. This mountain of a man I speak of is the one known as JD Hardy: No ice, no water, straight up and double down. To do this article, I met with JD at a restaurant near his home and studio. He was there in boot cut jeans, a checkered shirt and a “Cowboy Hat.” He looked like he just came off the ranch, or, perhaps, was just back from a cattle run. He waxed poetic of his life and his adventures, but was often more visibly excited to talk about others who have supported him. He took the time to stop and thank the waitress who brought our coffee with the same respect one would show a nun, and then cracked a joke the moment she left

earshot that would make the devil blush. A humble and honest man that mentioned his love for the open spaces and music, JD Hardy was as authentic as Baseball, Hot Dogs, Apple Pie and Chevrolet. I liked him right away.

Old School Country Style

Originally from Bakersfield, California, JD Hardy grew up on country. JD’s father played with Buck Owens and many of his compatriots, and was well acquainted with the country music world. JD followed suit and has made a name for himself playing everywhere from small saloons to larger theaters, always pleasing and always working hard to keep true country music in his heart. Getting his start with the legendary producer Ray Ruff, he quickly found himself working alongside the same country artists that he grew up admiring, such as Dwight Yoakam, Hank Williams Jr. and George Strait. Where other artists may go “commercial” or write songs with certain “marketability,” JD wants his music to be true old school country style and often looks back to his roots for inspiration. “I have been blessed to have had an interesting life, and twice blessed to survive it,” he says, grinning. “I love talking about my life, and it is the events of my life that have shaped my music and my songs. I can write songs

with a rock influence, a blues feeling or jazzy parts that get people moving and loving what I do as much as I do.” About the title track to his album Rebels With A Cause, JD said, “It’s a song of America’s beginnings. We came to this country as rebels, and we came seeking a better life, a just life, to be equal and free. With the way things are now, we are a people over-ruled and over-taxed with the burden of feeling guilty to want the life we were promised by our founding fathers. It’s a song about us.” He then stopped to take a sip of coffee and added, “Not to be preachy, but seems to me, people today just want freedom to be free. Seems fair.” It does, doesn’t it? To emphasize the range of his talents, I asked about another song off his album that is sorrowful yet, if you listen closely, a story of faith and redemption. “Hello World” is a song of a person newly released from prison. Incarcerated as a youth, he came out a man, introducing himself to a world he’s never known. Like in the song, JD has opened himself up to the world – the world that is seen through

the artist’s eyes as the place of hope for anyone who wants to live their dreams. “I have made my mistakes,” he said, “and there is a truth to the phrase ‘By the grace of God go I,’ and this is a song of lessons learned.” JD Hardy lives, works and plays in this paradise we call California, but he is humbled by the people around him. “I see people who struggle every day to survive, some seem almost invisible; they come and go and we sometimes don’t even see them. I want to see the world a better place for them and all that come after.” I, too, would like to see the world that JD wants to live in: Seems like a peaceful little town on the plains, or in the valley between the hills, where the men are bold, the women are beautiful, and the sun sets on the horizon in shades of gold and amber. To find out more about JD Hardy, visit his web site www.jdhardy.tmgartist.com and follow him on Facebook –and just look for his latest release, Rebels with a Cause, on iTunes and Amazon. He performs all over the Central Coast.

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...continued from p.15 straightforward response. We’d have loved to hear more about your thoughts on the local regulatory environment and bureaucracy, but we think your position actually comes through in the response (we’re referring to the “rule of law” phrase twice written). And those feedback loops you mentioned? They’re two-way streets, streets where community education and involvement are really paramount. Well said.)

Megan Diaz Alley

The City must do a better job of helping local businesses. One example is to have someone in community development responsible for helping assist small businesses through the permit review process. This doesn’t mean waiving regulations, but rather assisting business people to understand the process, timeline and costs. As I meet with business owners, I hear and understand their frustrations; we can and must do a better job for: - The small business owner who was cited for not having an ADA accessible bathroom, who learned that her lease made it her responsibility to remedy, and was willing to do the work, but did not know where or how to start the permit process. With a 72-hour deadline to finalize the work, she struggled to navigate through the complex system of bureaucracy, very aware of the fact that if she had to close her doors, she would have to lay off staff.

- The restaurant owner in the Funk Zone who did not know where to go to get permission to install bike racks for his customers, so instead they were chained to trees and blocking the sidewalk. - The young entrepreneur who wanted to start a retail business but could not find an appropriate size storefront or an affordable rental in the downtown shopping district. I will work to encourage an educational outreach campaign of “shop local/buy local” to support our local economy, particularly locally owned businesses. (Sentinel Says: So that’s a larger presence then, right Megan, via more bureaucracy to help business people navigate the (large and inefficient) bureaucracy already in place? And how does the City help the young entrepreneur who wants to start a retail business but couldn’t find an appropriately sized storefront? Does the community development officer help him/her find a competent commercial broker?)

Gregg Hart

I don’t believe it’s appropriate for the city to play favorites regarding the types of businesses that should locate to Santa Barbara. Entrepreneurs and the market will determine which businesses succeed. The appropriate role for city government is to create a business friendly environment. Toward that goal, City

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employees should be empowered and trained to solve problems for applicants doing business with the city rather than simply following regulations. The city should support regional transportation solutions like widening the 101 freeway with a carpool lane and establishing commuter rail to make it easier for employees to get to work. As a council member I will take the time to carefully research issues and listen to as many opinions as possible before making a decision. The issues facing the City Council are very complex and require experience and good judgment. As a former City Council member, Planning Commissioner and Coastal Commissioner I have a long track record of being an effective and fair decision maker. If elected I will work hard to make every resident feel comfortable in working with City Hall. (Sentinel Says: You started well, Gregg, that whole first paragraph sounds about right to us. Even the first sentence of the second paragraph is well put. But, ah, should city employees really be able to subjectively solve problems for applicants despite regulations? (Here’s a better idea: Trim down the regulations and see your first paragraph.) And we don’t want to widen the freeway any further, Gregg. Soon enough we’ll have our very own 405 right here if we aren’t careful. Aren’t three lanes in either direction enough?)

Mike Jordan

I would like to see the Council (and City) work toward a role that better encourages and incentivizes business success. Economic stability and vitality affects every segment and individual of our community, and are crucial to ensuring that any segment of the community is supported. While in agreement with where we end up – development of businesses that maintain or improve our quality of life and small town charm – the process to get there is too long and too expensive. On top of that we have no plan to replicate successes or recognize those that will increase the return offered to the community. We need to have that conversation and come to an agreement on what that looks like. We should be better able to set and articulate our goals, and then get out of the way and let businesses get there. It’s frustrating to watch reasonably well-minded people continue to suck the lifeblood out of businesses while causing damage to the very City and community programs and services they would most benefit. Equally frustrating are those who at all the right times say they support business, but clearly fail to mention their caveats or “values.” I think it’s fair to ask candidates when will they not support a legal business. When it provides a ...continued p.37

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heavy darkness, an inky, oily blackness you can feel and smell and almost touch, one that really takes on a personality and character of its own. The sole light source available to me was the infamous Lobero Ghostlight, which Angie, in her infinite wisdom, insisted on employing. “Turn off the house lights,” she’d assured me, “you won’t need those. The Ghostlight is what we use after hours, and even though it’s practical, it’s also, well, a ghost light.” I sat next to it, center stage front, out far on the apron, looked around and took a deep breath. And I went to work. It’s hard to say how much time passed

but I recall it becoming distinctly colder, so much so that I put on an old Pendleton to keep warm. My low back ached from sitting tailor-fashion under the light on the hard, dusty stage, and my right leg had long ago fallen into a deep sleep. I stood up tall, stretched, and bent over to grab my laptop. Boom. It came from above and behind me and my head snapped over my shoulder. “David?” I said it too fast, too loud, and only a fleeting echo returned my call. The place was suddenly abysmal and sinister, the shadowed, twisted fly system ...continued p.42

Harry? Is that you?

the purest sense – I’ve seen everybody from Jeff Bridges to my very own balletdancing daughters knock it out up there under the lights – and we should now rally around it as it approaches its grand re-opening in early December 2013. In fact, the only question that should be on everybody’s minds at this point is whether all the construction has angered old Frank and old Harry. And if so, then what?

Paranormal Activity

I sat cross-legged, downstage at the Lobero, with my computer in my lap. The cameras were set, and I was ready. I was completely and totally alone. David had just left, shutting the stage door securely behind him. “I’ll be at Jimmy’s Oriental Gardens for a bit before I head on home,” he’d said carefully, “come on over for a drink if you get… bored.” Scared was the term he’d clearly avoided there. “Will do,” I forced a nervous but still confident smile, “thanks again David. I could spend the whole night in here though, no problem.” It sounded like I was convincing myself. Badly. The theatre is a surprisingly quiet place when nobody else is there. The only audible sound – other than the occasional

I can’t say for sure what’s happening here but this photo was taken just after Dr. Fowler disappeared and I felt the cool breeze behind me. You tell me what you see there. (Harry? Is that you?) (photo credit Corey Sanders www.coreysandersphotography.com)

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Take the Challenge, Make the Change!

ow great is that line? I love it and say it often. In fact, I’d like to take credit for it but, unfortunately, I cannot. It comes from Shem, my newest staff trainer. (Way to get after it right out of the gates, Shem!) Anyway, this week, the “challenge” is one I like quite a bit. It simple, really, an easy one. All you have to do is FOLLOW THROUGH! We all start things with the best intentions of finishing them. I, for example, made my personal goal this week to finish just one of the – count ‘em! – five books I recently started. Then I followed through and finished that puppy. Fitness and nutrition are the most common “goals” we set with the best intentions. And in my experience, they are also the most commonly missed aspirations. If, for example, you had been following the workouts and nutrition plans I write on a weekly basis, not only would you be looking great but more importantly you would be feeling great too. But many of you haven’t been following along as well as you wish you had been. Think about it: If you’d started two weeks ago, then you’d be two weeks into your fitness goals instead of saying something like, “Oh, I’ll do it next week.” It’s time to stop putting it off. Take the challenge. Follow through and make the change this week. On a personal level, it’s time to get out the pen and paper and write down a personal goal for yourself this week. Then follow through and make it happen. Nutrition-wise, I want you to eat a veggie at every meal. Yep, even breakfast. Put some peppers and spinach in those eggs… that’s delicious and nutritious. Got all that? Good. Now here’s your workout. Warm-up: A simple, easy jog and some jumping jacks for 3 – 5 minutes. Workout: Get out your stopwatch out. Listed below are four different series of different movements. Do each movement within each series for 30 seconds (no rest), then repeat twice more for a total of three rounds of each series. As you’ll see, the number of movements in each series increases from three movements, to four, to five and finally to six. Fun times! SERIES 1 (3 movements, 30 seconds each, 3 rounds) Squats – 30 seconds Push ups – 30 seconds Plank – 30 seconds SERIES 2 (4 movements, 30 seconds each, 3 rounds) Squat jumps – 30 seconds Tricep push ups – 30 seconds Plank – 30 seconds Crunches – 30 seconds SERIES 3 (5 movements, 30 seconds each, 3 rounds) Front lunges – 30 seconds Back lunges – 30 seconds Dive bombers (yoga move) – 30 seconds Side plank hip lifts (right) – 30 seconds Side plank hip lifts (left) – 30 seconds SERIES 4 (6 movements, 30 seconds each, 3 rounds) Quick feet – 30 seconds Push ups (hold) – 30 seconds Speed skaters – 30 seconds Run in place (fast butt kickers) – 30 seconds Burpees (super fun!) – 30 seconds Plank – 30 seconds

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That’s it. Remember that you can always modify or make a goal to do half the workout, whatever. Doing something is always better than doing nothing. Do this one as many days as possible this week and you’ll feel a change by week’s end, I promise. And, as always, if you have any questions about any of the exercises or anything else (or you need a little motivation), please feel free to contact me directly at 805.698.6080 or jenny@jennyschatzle.com. Write Jenny a letter (letters@santabarbarasentinel.com) or contact her directly with any questions at jenny@jennyschatzle.com. And go get ‘em, the Sentinel is rooting for you.

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f there were ever a more complicated place in the world, it’s Kenya. I just got back from my third trip there and have done a lot of thinking about why they are so poor and we are so rich. There are 42+ million people in Kenya and most of them are indigent. The government says population is expanding at 4 – 5% per year. Annual GDP is only $71.4 billion. (By comparison, Apple had $156 billion in revenue in 2012.) Forty percent of the workforce is unemployed. Per capita income is about $900 per year making it one of the poorest countries on the planet. Yet the Kenyan media are brimming with optimistic reports of economic progress. Huh? The capital, Nairobi, is a growing, sprawling city with an official population of 3,500,000 but it’s really much, much larger. There are large slums on the outskirts. And while there is an emerging middle class and a top tier of 5,000 millionaires, most Nairobians are struggling. It’s not as if there has been no progress. There has been a lot of construction in and around Nairobi and real estate is in a boom phase. New shopping strip malls and housing developments serve the growing middle class. And many people – as many as 60% of the “poor” – have cell phones. More cars, more jitneys and more buses clog the roads.

And more inflation robs people of their savings. There are two foundations of the Kenyan economy: agriculture and tourism. Tourism by far is the most important since it brings good jobs and foreign exchange. Indeed, tourism alone accounts for more than 50% of the economy. Half of farming is subsistence level only. It makes you wonder. If things are so good, why are things so bad? It isn’t the people. Many speak English and are well educated. But their talents are wasted because of a lack of opportunity. I discussed politics with a waiter who had wanted to be a biologist. A safari guide who speaks three or four languages, who is a trained and certified wildlife expert, is paid $30 a month and relies on tips from generous tourists to get by. That is considered a very good job.

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of non-temperate zone populations from diseases spread by temperate zone invaders and (3) the technology of advanced weaponry really shaped specific areas for success. Cultures living in temperate zones of the planet thrived and those elsewhere failed to grow beyond subsistence levels. Diamond’s book was a response to a question from a New Guinean who asked him, “Why do you have so much cargo and we so little?” (“Cargo” is pidgin for material goods.) I believe that Diamond’s answer only goes so far. Those factors can explain many things in the dim historic past, but they are not as applicable today. And they leave out one really important thing: Ideas. Or, to be more accurate, the right ideas. For example, another question one can ask is: “Why do some societies in the temperate zones thrive and others fail?” Or, “Why do some societies in tropical zones thrive and others fail?” It’s not because technology isn’t known to poor societies. Everybody (almost) everywhere has access to this knowledge. What’re missing in Diamond’s theory are the sociological factors, the methods of human organization. Here I am talking about economic and political systems, predominantly. These are the ideas that make us or break us. The formula for success anywhere on

the planet isn’t that difficult to discover. You need freedom. Solid property rights, a just legal system that protects property rights and the enforcement of contracts, limited government and low taxation. Add in the personal freedom to do what you damn well please as long as you don’t abridge someone else’s rights and you’re getting very close. If you do these things, capital (wealth from savings) and an entrepreneurial spirit will rise and drive human progress. These are the ideas that emerged from the Enlightenment and culminated in the founding of the United States of America. They have worked everywhere it has been tried. And yet these are the very things that Kenya and most African nations lack.

Power Corrupts and Absolute Power… Since gaining independence from Britain in 1960, Kenya took the Socialist path and the economy stagnated. Bad roads, bad communications, state owned industries, rising poverty, corruption. Basically they spent all the capital that had been accumulated during colonial times. Colonialism was bad but so were and still are the successive socialistkleptocratic regimes that suck the country dry and keep them poor. Everyone I talked to at “ground

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level” in Kenya said the number one problem is corruption. When you get down to the detail of what they really mean by that, you learn that they lack the above-mentioned freedoms needed for success. The courts are corrupt. The politicians are corrupt. The police are corrupt. The bureaucrats are corrupt. Crony capitalism is rampant. And while everybody in power espouses the philosophy of “democracy,” that usually means the winners get to distribute the political spoils to their cronies and fellow tribesmen. So, then, how do you change that? Can you just revamp the system and expect human behavior to change overnight? Well, you’ve got to start somewhere. It won’t happen overnight, but if freedom breaks out in these countries, I believe things and people will change for the better. I believe that, stripped down to our essentials, human beings behave pretty much the same. It’s all the crap that’s piled on top of us starting at birth that is the problem. Free market capitalism is what I’ve been talking about here. It’s what is called an emergent system, that is, a spontaneous social organization that emerges when the right conditions (freedom and property rights and equitable jurisprudence and law enforcement, etc.) are present. It is

a ground up, mostly self-regulating system. It’s not something that government invents (which is, by definition, a top down system), but it’s the system that most closely matches human nature and allows individuals to reach their potential. Before you get too excited, the conditions of freedom I mentioned above require government to protect and enforce our human rights. It’s not easy; it takes time. And it’s not perfect but, as history has shown, it sure as hell beats anything else. That takes me back home. Which way are we going? I wonder when I recall blatant, rampant crony capitalism right here in the good old USA as Big Banks, Big Unions (GM) and Big Capitalists were bailed out at the height of the Great Recession. I wonder when I see inept politicians making decisions that directly affect our lives and will undoubtedly turn out bad. You know there is trouble on the horizon when they can’t even get together and cut a measly 1% from the already bloated federal budget. When you hear politicians tell us that government spending is the road to prosperity and that raising the debt limit does not increase spending, someone’s sanity is in question. It’s a fragile thing, freedom. It has given us so much. And it is sad to see us waste it.

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t’s no secret that State Street has seen its fair share of hip new restaurants come and go over the years. But there is at least one place that has been tucked quietly in place between Victoria and the Arlington for more than three decades: Downey’s. It doesn’t have a fancy, young vibe or an iPad ordering system. But the place is cozy, cute even, and the food – oh the food! – is a real treat. For a town that often refers to itself as food crazy, I was honestly surprised that not many people know about the wonders that Downey’s puts out night after night. I had my first meal here a few years ago when I first moved to Santa Barbara and, ever since, whenever someone asks which restaurants to try in town, I answer, without hesitation, Downey’s (and others, to be fair, but Downey’s is always on the list). The day after that first experience, I even went so far as to email Chef John Downey about how much I loved the food and was then still daydreaming about it. For me, you see, food is the atmosphere. If you’re the same way, then get into Downey’s. Fast.

Farm to Table Since 1982 Chef Downey, who is still working the line, has spent a lifetime in the food business. He first knew that he wanted to be a chef when he was just 12 years old; he was in cooking school and working in restaurants in his native England by the time he was 16. He eventually landed in New York and learned the finer points of classic French cuisine. Then it was off to California, where a real food culture revolution had been started by the likes of Alice Waters in San Francisco and Wolfgang Puck in L.A. Chef opened Downey’s in the very heart of one of the

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best farming regions in the country – Santa Barbara – and started transforming the way locals dined out by using only the freshest ingredients from local purveyors. Yes, it’s true: John Downey was one of the original farm-to-table chefs. (He was also a professional hang glider. Another story.)

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Grilled duck with mango chutney, exotic grains and ginger sauce. (You know what? I’d pass if I were you. Leave more for me.)

The Famous Raspberry Mille Feuille. No words can do it justice; you just have to try it.

Crab Salad with ambrosia melon, pine nuts and fresh ginger-lime dressing… simply delectable.

Frozen Peach Dacquoise with peach ice cream, toasted almonds and fresh strawberry sauce. (Chef John constantly changes the menu with the season.)

I’d like to call his food the most honest upscale food I’ve ever had. No fancy gastronomy or plating. Just the freshest ingredients prepared with ultimate care. “I try to stay far from cutting edge, it’s not me,” Chef Downey quietly smiled, confident. “I don’t like it too fancy. I just don’t mess with the food too much. I like to simply let quality ingredients be what they are.” Music to my ears. Let’s get to the food.

Chef John Knows His Way Around the Kitchen Crab Salad with ambrosia melon, pine nuts and fresh ginger-lime dressing is light and refreshing. The combination of all these ingredients is just fantastic and a terrific way to start a meal. (Settle in, this one goes on for a awhile.) Then it’s fresh pea soup served with creme fraiche and marjoram. I haven’t had

a pea soup like this one before. Sinful. Delightful. Now duck! (No, not like that… I’m talking about the food here.) I order duck often when the chance presents itself. You can cook chicken, beef, pork and lots of other delicious stuff at home, but duck is quite tricky and not many home chefs nail it frequently. Downey’s duck is marinated in Chef John’s secret sauce, then cooked to perfection. Medallions of duck breast are served with mango chutney, exotic grains and ginger sauce. This dish is simply amazing. (And The Dish is simply amazing, too. Kudos Wendy Jenson.) Anecdotally, if you see squab on the menu, try it. Don’t be afraid. Carpenter Ranch Squab served with roasted garlic, Swiss chard and potatoes. It’s one of Chef John’s favorites and you will see why. The filet mignon and fish dishes are also superb... I just wish I had a bigger belly!

The dessert cart sits in the middle of the small restaurant. Every now and then I look over, nonchalantly, spy Chef John’s famous Raspberry Mille Feuille and consider speed-eating my entrée. Endless layers of crispy phyllo dough on top and bottom, with fresh raspberries and light pastry cream in between. It’s a problem, that dessert, a real addiction. And it’s always right there, in the middle of the dining room, begging for my attention. Damn you, Chef John. For me, in many ways, this is how all restaurants should be. Downey’s is like a strong, quiet man, who doesn’t need to try hard to prove anything. I like that in a man. And I like that in a restaurant.

Fresh pea soup served with creme fraiche and marjoram.

Next time you are on State Street considering where to eat, Downey’s must be on the list. You won’t be disappointed. Please make sure and tell Chef John to save me an order of the duck and a piece of that Raspberry Mille Feuille. Ooh la la. Downey’s: 1305 State Street; (805) 9665006; www.downeyssb.com

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Mark spends much of his time wandering Santa Barbara and environs, enjoying the simple things that come his way. A show here, a benefit there, he is generally out and about and typically has a good time. He says that he writes “when he feels the urge” and doesn’t want his identity known for fear of an experience that is “less than authentic.” So he remains at large, roaming the town, having fun. Be warned.

A Flock of Folkies

T Nero and Allison Russell have hovered around each other for years, singing on each other’s albums and often touring together, even when they were firmly attached to their separate alt-country groups – JT & The Clouds and Po’ Girl, respectively. Then in 2011, Russell holed up with the Clouds in a cabin to make “Mountains/Forest,” which was released as JT’s solo album, but had Russell’s soaring, honeyed voice and twangy instruments all over it. Last October, the couple made it official, releasing a self-titled album under the new moniker Birds of Chicago, and solidified their personal relationship, too, marrying earlier this year. The album features utterly compelling harmonies and a barrel full of tunes that stretch the boundaries of even a broad genre like Americana. The Birds’ concert was originally set for the Sings Like Hell series at the Marjorie

JT Nero and his wife Allison Russell are set to play the Mercury Lounge in Goleta.

Luke Theatre on October 26, but has been moved to the much more intimate Mercury Lounge in Goleta. Nero dished on the Birds of Chicago from a tour stop in Oregon last week. Q. You’ve been playing music together for almost a decade. How quickly did the romance between you develop? A. Sometimes it takes a while to sort out those energies. It was powerful all over, but it was definitely music first. Whatever else we were feeling, we respected the musical bond and maybe were afraid to jeopardize that. But there was always this mighty pull. Even when we were living in other parts of the world we were always plotting how to get together. I’m happy that it happened that way. Your voices are so distinct and different. How did you realize they would work so well together? If you heard us separately you’d never think we were perfect together. But harmony is a strange thing. You can never predict the alchemy of it, so we were surprised too. The first time we sang together was at a music conference in Austin, late at night, just hanging out jamming and drinking. When we did a song together, there was this stunned moment for both of us. We had this mysterious good fit right from the start. We’re still honing it all the time, because that’s what we love to do. It’s the part of the craft we love the most. But we had the benefit of the mysterious good fit right from the start. Are your visions of songwriting as close and quirky as your harmonies? It wasn’t just the voices that allowed us to carve out our lives together, that’s for sure. We have similar aspects about music and things we love and how we approach the craft. We’re also both crazy enough to be happy being on the road ten months every year. As far as blending our visions,

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Po’ Girl and JT & the Clouds don’t sound much like each other, but there are similarities. We both believe in mongrel music, mixing up roots musics that are imprinted in us as North Americans, and restlessly coming up with new takes on it, new ways of quilting. So are you writing together now? Not really. I wrote eight of the ten songs on the record. Alli is a great writer but I just tend to spit them out a lot faster. I think part of the initial attraction for her was that I was specifically writing with her voice in mind, and our two distinct personas. I love the old duet tradition in soul and country music and I was tapping into some of that energy. We’ve got a good groove in the way we do things. I’ll have the bare bones of a song, chords, melody and lyric, and when I bring it to Alli and the group, invariably it gets turned inside out, taken apart and reconstructed, and ends up in a much cooler place. There’s a lot of trust there and a shared intuition. We’re not just on the same page, more like three or four ahead with each other, so we don’t have those tortuous conversations. You do seem to dig deeper, and explore relationship more in these songs. Yeah, it’s part of the nature of how the songs are constructed. There’s that constant craving of connection that expresses itself in so many different ways. The sunshine of catching those moments of shared experience, and the pain of the absence of it. That’s about 97 percent of my song content. Which is how it is in life.

Acoustic Adventures Michael Camp was a longtime musical partner and friend of Trinity Backstage co-founder Kate Wallace back when both lived in Nashville. They’re recording a CD together called Two Lane America, ...continued p.38

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...continued from p.27 service you disagree with? When it does not employ union employees? Legal businesses should be treated consistently and responsibly. Personal values and beliefs certainly play a role, but that frame of reference should also incorporate the community as a whole and a commitment to fair treatment and honest process. (Sentinel Says: Aha! Less presence and fewer regulations is what we are hearing here, Mike. And the personal values response is well received too. You and old Hotchkiss should share a ticket. Thanks.)

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Sentinel Voters: The City should be planning economic development outreach meetings on a quarterly basis. These quarterly meetings are intended to formulate economic policy. Our unpreparedness with a business development plan does not help when we have “a quarter of an authorized position hired” to implement our City Program #2112 – Economic Development. The City needs to hire in this department to implement a CityWide Economic Proposals together with the stakeholders and businesses. No personal belief should impede in our local commerce and business prosperity because governmental affairs should uphold a strict standard to have public-business-related decisionmaking transparent. Votanes de El Sentin: La Cuidad tiene que planear juntas cada trimestralmente para el desarollo economico. Estas juntas trismestral intenciones son para formular poliza economicas. Nuestra falta de preparacion con nuestro plan de negociantes y planes de desarollo no ayudan cuando nosotros tenemos “un ¼ posicion autorizada como empleador” para implementar un Proposito Economico en toda la Cuidad (#2112). La Cuidad en inconjunto con los ‘stakeholders’ y negociantes pueden ser un plan. No ha pensamiento personal que tiene que impedir en nuestra comercio local y la prosperidad del negocio porque asuntos gubernativos tienen que sostener un stricto estandarte para tener publicamentenegocios-relacionado desiciones-hechos transparente! VOTAN! (Sentinel Says: Is transparency the problem, Cruzito? Chick-fil-A, for example, was extraordinarily transparent, wasn’t it? Transparency wasn’t the problem there; the problem there, frankly, was just plain old poor governance. And do we really need more outreach meetings? Who are we reaching out to? And why? We have an idea: Cut the draconian regulatory environment, provide an environment in which business might flourish and let the local market determine which businesses it wants and doesn’t want. Less government intrusion is what’s needed, not more. See Lesley Wiscomb’s response, below.)

Lesley Wiscomb

Business development and robust commerce are essential to the vitality of our economy and the City’s revenues. City Council should play a larger role in some aspects of business development and a smaller role in others. In its larger role, the City must ensure it is safe, clean, attractive and inviting to patrons because these qualities are essential elements in any plan to help our businesses prosper. As a former small business owner, I embrace the time is money concept. Business owners should not be spending time cleaning sidewalks, removing graffiti, or reporting aggressive

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panhandling when they could be serving customers or fine tuning their businesses’ operations. City Council should also work with other agencies and organizations to encourage even small businesses to go “green” as these initiatives usually improve businesses’ success and the environment. In its smaller business development role, City Council should implement prudent policies that streamline permitting for low-impact, smaller additions or business improvements, shorten times from design review to permit issuance, and work to reduce costs, so some portion of any realized savings might eventually be reflected in lower costs of doing business.

On City Council, business-related decisions must be made in the best interests of the City and its residents so my personal beliefs should not play a role. However, my personal values – a strong work ethic, objectivity, commitment, teamwork and professionalism – should play a role in these decisions because these values are important to being an effective leader and making quality decisions. (Sentinel Says: Thanks Lesley. That’s a refreshing response and perhaps the most balanced and straightforward answer we received since we started this column. You actually sound like a real leader to us. Right on.)

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...continued from p.36 and they’re taking it out on tour. Camp is finally making his way out to the coffeehouse just as the series is about to downsize from monthly to quarterly events. So Saturday might be your first and last chance to catch this Grammynominated singer-songwriter at the church space downtown. October 26; 8pm; 1500 State Street; (805) 962-2970; www.trinitybackstage.com.

Halloween Roundup You already know that every club downtown will be packed with costumed creatures from this weekend straight on through next Saturday – with the highest saturation on Halloween on Thursday – so be aware of who’s doing what, when. As a man of leisure, if I even head in that direction, it’s usually just to people-watch from the sidewalk, anyway. After a weekend spent wandering the Funk Zone Arts Festival and New Noise Block Party, I think I’ll take a break from that funky-trendy territory. And don’t even get me started about Halloween in Isla Vista. If I can’t drive there, I’m not going. Besides, it’s waaaay too crazy for a laid back guy like me. But if you’re interested in some unusual

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happenings and out-of-the-way haunts for Halloween, we’ve got you covered.

Brawloween Red’s Bar is the site this Saturday for this fisticuffs-free fête that serves as a benefit for the Mission City Brawlin’ Betties, SB’s roller derby team that hasn’t scored less than 150 points all season. The sexy sportin’ girls (I call ‘em ladies to their faces) will be out in full force and costume, of course, and guests are invited to dress up as horror film characters to enjoy music from DJ Chel, a costume contest with a $100 prize, special drinks, a raffle, and the Georgia’s Smokehouse food truck parked outside. The fun starts at 8pm and tickets are $10, or $25 for VIPs, which guarantees admission and includes one drink and entry into a drawing for season tickets. If you want to see the Betties in derby action, their last home game is coming right up on November 2 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds.

Haunted Wine Cave Quaff wickedly wonderful wines and get your dance on to live music by one of SB’s fave recording acts, Tommy &

The Animal Liberation Orchestra bring their Haunted Carnival to SOhO.

The High Pilots, at Carr Winery’s creepy gathering, from 7:30pm to 11:30 on Halloween night. Costumes are required. The more ghoulish, or at least garish, the better. Georgia’s Smokehouse will be parked out front tonight, too. It costs $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

Celebrity Halloween Gala Dress as an opera star or film character for a Halloween Party in the Founders Room of the Granada Theatre beginning at 6:30pm on Thursday. Walk the red carpet with paparazzi snapping away on arrival, and dive into fine food, drink and dancing, plus a celebrity look-alike contest. You’ve got to shell out $100 for this upscale bash, because it’s a benefit for Opera Santa Barbara.

seem strange bedfellows, but that isn’t stopping Center of the Heart from getting in on the ghoulishness on Thursday night. DJ Robert “Buddy” will spin spooky tunes for contact improv or any old dancing. You can warm up by the fire pit on the outdoor patio, cool down with available refreshments and enter the costume contest. The heartcentered haunting happens beginning at 7:30pm; admission is $10 in advance or $12 at the door.

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Hallo with ALO Unlike some other rock bands that got their start here in Isla Vista before moving on to bigger bases, ALO – née Animal Liberation Orchestra when some of the members were at UCSB – hasn’t forgotten its hometown. The jam band that boasts duly deft musicianship and actually hummable songs makes a point of doing a couple of holiday shows each year at SOhO. There’s no telling who’s going to show up for this year’s ALO and Friends Halloween Bash, although you’re sure to hear stuff they played on their “Haunted Carnival of Traveling Freaks & Frights” tour. Costumes are encouraged, and big ears and dancing feet are a must. Admission to the 9pm show is $20. On Monday night, the club is eschewing its usual jazz night for a free battle-of-thehorror-films, pitting Shaun of the Dead against Zombieland and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” Screenings start at 7pm.

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The Bacara Resort throws a family-friendly bash on Halloween.

This is the only kids-oriented event that made the cut, and only because I can’t resist both the title’s pun and the chance to get something for nothing out at the posh Bacara Resort (kids are free, but adults have to fork over $10). There’s trick or treating throughout the decorated lobby, bobbing for apples and s’mores-making, plus a screening of a Halloween movie, a costume contest, live music and happy hour prices at the bar for eerie edibles and creepy cocktails. Somehow they’re cramming all that between 4pm and 7, so you’ll have plenty of time to hit some other bash on the way home.

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The God Particle Drives Me Crazy

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r. Peter Higgs won the Nobel Prize with Dr. François Englert!” “He theorized about the Higgs boson particle, you know.” “Yeah, the God Particle!” I’ve heard this basic conversation at least five times since the Nobel Prize in physics was announced on October 8. Yet something seemed rather confused in all of those conversations. I couldn’t quite put my finger on why, but somehow what was being said seemed wrong. Not about who won the prize, but about the science – the definition – of the Higgs boson. Not being a physicist, I resolved to figure out exactly what the Higgs boson is. So began about two weeks of mindboggling lessons in particle physics. And now the world makes no sense. I suppose that if you look at anything on a small enough level, you become lost in it and nothing at the macro level makes sense. How can this chair exist if it is mostly empty space?! It’s solid! I don’t wish that kind of mental crisis on anyone. So I’m going to attempt to

explain the Higgs boson as best I can. Without causing you to question everything you know about reality.

Brain Freeze (Or Is Anybody Actually Out There?) First and foremost, I must set one glaring error in that little conversation above straight. It is not the “Higgs boson particle.” A boson is, by definition, a particle – a very small subatomic particle with no spin. Saying “Higgs boson particle” is like saying “ATM machine.” That’s the first thing I learned. And I am doing my best to remember it. I freely admit that I have forgotten on more than one occasion. Now, on to Dr. Higgs theory. In 1964, Dr. Higgs and his colleagues theorized that the Higgs boson existed. (Hence, the name.) They believed it was an elementary particle, like a photon. However, the Higgs boson was not readily observable, which resulted in the development and construction of the Large Hadron Collider. It wasn’t until March of this year that

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the scientists working at the Large Hadron Collider verified the existence of Higgs’ theorized particle. So, why did the scientific community think it was so necessary to find the Higgs boson? I mean, come on, nearly forty years between the initial theory and the first inkling of hard evidence is a long time to wait these days. It all has to do with the Standard Model of particle physics. Many subatomic particles, you see, should not have mass given what we know about them. If subatomic particles don’t have mass, then the atoms that they make up don’t have mass, which means molecules don’t have mass, which means that objects don’t have mass. Ultimately, if subatomic particles have no mass, then we have no mass and everything we think is there is really not there. Including ourselves. And that, dear friends, is where my brain had a meltdown. Once I got over the meltdown, I was able to keep reading. And Higgs saved my brain from complete and utter existential crisis about the reality of my world. Higgs saw this flaw in the Standard Model of particle physics. And so, before he hit upon the Higgs boson, he first theorized about the Higgs Field. If you remember your physics lessons from high school, you were probably taught that atoms were mostly empty space, with tiny little electrons moving around a nucleus in an electron cloud. You might also have been told that if you scaled a nucleus of an atom to the size

of a baseball, the diameter of the whole atom (the space that the electrons might occupy) would be four kilometers with the electrons being the size of the period at the end of this sentence. Now, imagine that all the empty space within that atom is not empty, and that the space between atoms is not empty either. Instead, imagine that it is filled by an energy field (called the Higgs Field), constantly shifting and moving, much like an ocean of molasses. When particles move through the Higgs Field, they experience resistance. This results in some of the energy is transferred from the field to the particles. If you recall, Energy = mass times the square of the speed of light. (Or, E=mc2.) What’s happening, then, is that the energy from the Higgs Field is being transferred to the subatomic particles as mass. So, then, subatomic particles do have mass. We really are here. Alright, now we have the Higgs Field down. And we know that the observation of the Higgs boson in March provided evidence for the Higgs Field and helped solve the question as to why particles that should not have mass do. But why is the Higgs boson itself so important? It is, after all, very unstable and exists for only a very short amount of time before decaying into other particles. A Higgs boson is, in essence, a small portion of the Higgs Field that becomes dislodged when the field is disrupted in just the right way. You’ll recall that I mentioned at the outset that a boson does not spin. You might also recall that every other subatomic particle does. The Higgs boson is entirely unique in this. It is a new type of subatomic particle, adding a new class of particles to physics. Like adding a whole new genus to the animal kingdom. Except much less common. This is the first one. Ever. The Higgs Boson is pretty important. And to sum up, I will steal a line from my favorite childhood television show, Bill Nye The Science Guy: “Now you know.”

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clapping echoed for a moment and then faded away. Silence. Darkness. I exhaled deeply, picked my gaping jaw up off the stage where I’d left it a moment earlier, grabbed my computer, sat down quickly on the stage steps and tried to write what I’d just seen and heard and felt. A cool breeze on the back of my neck stopped me with dispatch. I sat up tall, froze, and stared out into the auditorium, too terrified to look behind me. Too terrified to move. I breathed shallow. An eternity passed. “Dr. Fowler?” I asked softly, to no one in particular. No response. “Dr. Fowler, if that’s you, give me a sign.” Nothing. At some point I stood up, steadied myself, and turned around. And right there, in the middle of the stage, was a beat up old push-broom laying where there hadn’t been one before. It wasn’t Dr. Fowler onstage with me that night. It was Harry Piodela. I grabbed my stuff, hurried out the

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A longtime writer, editor and film critic, Jim has worked nationwide for several websites and publications – including the Dayton Daily News, Key West Citizen, Topeka Capital-Journal, Las Cruces Sun-News and Santa Ynez Valley Journal. California is his seventh state. When he isn’t watching movies or sports around the Central Coast and Los Angeles, you can find Jim writing and reading while he enjoys coffee and bacon, or Coke and pizza.

Triple Play

ith the World Series upon us, baseball analogies are apropos for this week’s lineup of movies: Three up, three down. Three strikes and they’re out. You get the picture – though there is nothing to “get” with these pictures:

No Escape

The title Escape Plan should’ve been plural, given that Sylvester Stallone’s character has strategies to exit every facility in which he’s planted by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and a reputable “security” company. (The details of each government entity are glossed over because, frankly, they’re nothing short of hogwash.) Our hero – a bit older and slower, muscles still rippling – accepts an assignment that no other human being with a brain would accept: The alleged job, albeit for $5 million, is confidential, meaning he won’t have any idea of his location and won’t be able to reach his colleagues (Amy Ryan, 50 Cent and an oddly miscast Vincent D’Onofrio). We are led to believe the protagonist, after a kidnapping, is at the complete mercy of strangers, including a steelyeyed prison warden (Jim Caviezel) who proves less expressive than the cellblocks. Also on hand is a peculiar inmate in the form of Arnold Schwarzenegger, who devises the titular blueprint with Stallone’s heavy. I’m still unsure what to make of Sam Neill’s mousy cameo as a doctor. Technical hijinks and implausible minutiae come forth, as does unintended laughter. The not-so-great escapes involve removing screws from a prison penalty “box” – not unlike hockey’s sin bin – where brawlers are left to suffer; a metal plate procured from the most unlikely of offices; and additional uses of a small milk carton (who knew?). Everything snaps into place too easily for Swedish director Mikael Hafstrom’s jigsaw puzzle. Main players boast of knowing the guards’ routines, predicting their moves accurately, without fail. Characters react in bogus ways only because the script requires them to do so. There’s a masterful shot when we finally get to see where the penitentiary sets up shop, but the camera – as it pulls back – doesn’t reveal the tripe lurking deep within. Bar the door.

She’s Back

She is Carrie, author Stephen King’s creation first brought to life by Brian De Palma in 1976, and now “reimagined’ courtesy of Kimberly Peirce. The director, as evidenced by her more authentic and engaging Boys Don’t Cry, obviously has a thing for underdogs. In this case, it’s the shy schoolgirl (Chloe Grace Moretz) whose impossibly pious mother (zombie-like Julianne Moore, at her most irritating) tries to shelter Carrie from cruel classmates. When “mama” isn’t Bible-thumping, she’s thumping her head against a wall. That’s some heavy stuff. Telekinetic power, no matter how inconceivably acted out, is the great equalizer. The history of our heroine’s frightening power stems from her grandmother and, apparently, reading a few books and YouTube videos. She merely concentrates on a subject, makes a face showing determination – and suddenly, she controls them. It’s a resurrected horror film updated for the new generation – with plenty of

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You Have Your Hands Full

Did Banksy do it? The kids saw graffiti at Gibraltar and thought Banksy came to Santa Barbara on vacation.

by Mara Peters Former editor for the fashion/lifestyle section of the New York

Post, Mara moved to London and worked as a contributing editor for the Daily Mail’s You Magazine, freelancing for Look Magazine, NY Post and the Style Magazine for The Sunday Times. To remain sane during diaper years she writes a mommy blog, You Have Your Hands Full – www.handsfullsb.com.

Where’s Banksy?

t should come as no surprise that I have always been a news junkie. Back in the day, by 8 am, I’d have combed through seven papers to find interesting stories that sparked my own fresh ideas. My latest habits aren’t as lofty – my morning routine of getting four kids to school is slightly demanding – but the appreciation of a good story has never gone away. It’s all there. The villains, the heroes and the legends can be found right there in the newspapers, on the internet and in the blogs. There’s such rich material to share with the kids as they start to figure out what makes a good story, particularly that essential ingredient. A great central character. Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff was one of the first real villains I talked about

with the family. The kids couldn’t believe he would lie just to make more money. Madoff turned into a verb in my house. “Did that guy ‘Madoff’ with the car?” they’d ask when we saw a headline in the paper about a stolen car. Alpha was a bit squirmy (and defensive) since he was in finance and found himself explaining to the kids that not all financial institutions steal their investors’ money. He emphasized that Madoff acted unethically, which led to lots of discussions about ethical behavior. At the time, we only had three. For 7, 5 and 3 year olds, you’d be surprised at how much they could comprehend about it. We look for the heroes too. The other day we saw a picture of an Army Ranger in an intensive care unit in Afghanistan. He was lying flat on his back hooked up to a respirator locked firmly in place by a neck brace. He was supposed to be unconscious but he surprised everyone (including his wife, who took the remarkable picture) by lifting his hand to salute his commanding officer who’d just walked into the hospital room to award him the Purple Heart. “That guy is really brave,” Teddy said, passionately, as he studied the picture. “I hope I am that brave someday.” And then there is the ultimate: Stories about legends. Probably one of the best stories to date is the one unfolding right now. Banksy, the intrepid, elusive British graffiti artist is in New York, creating daily art installations. When he is done, he posts pictures on www.banksy.co.uk. It’s the ultimate Where’s Waldo? in real life.

Banksy’s A Big Deal Around the House There’re so many things about Banksy that the kids love. Firstly, he’s mysterious.

Banksy has never been caught in the act of doing his graffiti (and, believe me, various factions have tried). Although his artwork now goes for millions of dollars in auctions, he has remained anonymous; no one knows what he looks like. The speculation is that Banksy is not even his real name. Secondly, his artwork is humorous, whimsical and irreverent – something the kids can truly understand. They actually laugh at his ironic written statements and quirky titles, and they love his signature mouse. Thirdly, he is doing something slightly naughty and marginally illegal. Plus, he’s not only getting away with it, he’s actually being praised. They each have their favorites. Before the NY stint, Olivia loved his Girl With a Balloon depicting a little girl letting a balloon go on the West Bank wall that separates Israel from Palestine. (That piece led us into an entire dinner conversation about the Israel/Palestine conflict and why there is even a wall in the first place.) Every morning, the kids wake up and race to the website to see what Banksy sprayed the night before. One morning

it is a balloon with band-aids on it in Brooklyn, the next it’s wild horses jumping a car in night goggles on the lower eastside of Manhattan. There is even a slaughterhouse delivery truck of stuffed animals that will be driven around the meatpacking district for a week called Sirens of the Lambs. Then the debate starts as the kids weigh in on whether it’s art or “just something weird.” I know one thing for sure: Banksy has totally captured their imaginations from right out of the news media. At night, when I tuck the kids into bed, we wonder out loud what Banksy might look like. Is he old? Or young? Olivia believes he is a woman. Teddy thinks he is a boy. When we see ourselves in someone real, someone from the pages of a newspaper even, that person turns into something so much bigger than just a man or a boy or a girl or a woman. And so do we. One thing I know for sure is that Banksy isn’t just a legend in his own mind. And neither the kids nor I can wait to see what’s next in tomorrow’s papers.

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By Kim Wiseley anta Barbara is full of clubs that we are fans of. From fresh produce to chocolate to wine and even bread, we are lucky to have quality fare at our fingertips (and doorsteps). And now we’ve got yet another to add to the list: The Juice Club. Founded by local mixologist Allison Antoinette, The Juice Club is a nutrientrich, sustainably produced and locally sourced cold-pressed juice delivery service. How does it work? Visit www.thejuiceclub. com, choose your juice(s) or cleanse, kick your feet up until it arrives and enjoy! It’s really that simple. Antoinette crafts some creations we never knew we wanted, like the Dancing Queen (watermelon and mint) or the Sexy Talk (sweet potato, carrot, apple, ginger and cinnamon). One sip and we were hooked, happy and healthy! Benefits from consuming Allison’s juice range from smiling at a stranger to reclaiming a youthful glow on your skin and even making time for the gym. (We can attest to it all and more after experiencing her signature 1-day “reset.”) We vote to make The Juice Club a part of our everyday routine. And we think you should too.

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By Courtney Dietz n Saturday, November 2, Santa Barbara will finally join the international list of cities that really know how to have a raging time. Though Bogota, Columbia was the start, Los Angeles, Portland, New York, Vancouver, Denver and dozens of other cities around the world have found, as we are about to find right here in SB, that opening entire streets to cyclists, roller skaters, dancers, musicians, walkers and artists is a truly exhilarating community experience. From 10am – 4pm, Santa Barbara Open Streets (known as Ciclovia in many other locales) will close an almost 3-mile stretch of Cabrillo Boulevard (from State Street to the Bird Refuge) as well as a loop in the Funk Zone. Why no cars? Because in the absence of cars there will be yoga classes, a stage with live music, workshops, the LA Kings NHL Team street hockey rink, group exercise classes and much, much more… all in an incredible (albeit fleeting) public park. So whether you roll, leap frog, down dog or saunter your way along, let’s go play in the streets! www.sbopenstreets.org

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By Briana Westmacott t’s here! We are so excited we could almost burst; Flutter Magazine is in full print for the first time. All 100+ pages are decorated with designer dresses, glowing brides paired with grinning grooms and all the loveliness you could wish for on your special day (or any day for that matter!). Flutter doesn’t stop with the bride, no no, its pages

What: The Best House on the Block! Where: 2420 Chapala Street When: Halloween – Thursday, October 31 Why: Chapala Farms owners, Jason and Michelle, light up the block with a brilliant jack-olantern display like you’ve never seen before. How: Come in costume. Word on the street is that these SBers give out full-size candy bars to the most creative getup.

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have a plethora of tips and treasures for all your lifestyle needs. As Santa Barbara’s first official print wedding+lifestyle magazine, Flutter is going to tempt you with textures and titles like Confetti Calling and The Bright Side of Love. Sounds sweet, right? Throw in some bare naked cakes with pumpkin tacos and dream catchers and we think there’s no doubt you are going to fall head over heels for the latest edition of Flutter. As of this Saturday, October 26, you can get your hands on one at The SB Skinny/Flutter Studio (110 West Mission Street), La Tavola Linens, Town & Country and Upstairs at Pierre Lafond. Congratulations, Flutter Mag, we love you and can’t wait to hold you!

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stage door through which David had left earlier and ran down to Jimmys, where I found him paying for his drink. “I’d love a Manhattan, Willy,” I said to the man behind the bar, exasperated. He nodded and immediately went to work. I turned to David. He was calm, confident. “Well, Matt, what do you think? Is the Lobero haunted?” There was no humor in his voice, no jest. “Absolutely, David,” I replied. “The Lobero Theatre is absolutely haunted.” David smiled wide and tucked his wallet back into his jeans. “Have a good night, Willy,” he called out. And he turned and walked out into the cool night air.

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It will come as no surprise that I really like the Lobero Theatre and David Asbell and Angie Bertucci. They were terrific sports and the foregoing story was fun to write. (Thanks guys.) I can’t wait to go check out the finished product and

see Warren Miller’s Ticket to Ride, the latest of Miller’s ski/snowboard flicks to take moviegoers all over the world with terrific cinematography and action. Go to www.lobero.com or call (805) 963-0761 for calendar and other information. See you at the Lobero in December! I also like food and wine, and I recently heard about a cool seminar presented by Inside Wine Santa Barbara – a wine buff group – that will have local celebrity Sommeliers Brian McClintic and Eric Railsback of Les Marchands Wine Bar & Merchant talking about the intricacies of food and wine pairing. This should be a good one, and any self-respecting home cook or wine enthusiast can probably learn something. It’s happening on Monday, November 4 at 6pm, at Les Marchands (131 Anacapa Street in the Funk Zone), and costs $45 per person to attend. (That’s not only for Brian and Eric’s expertise; there will be tastings and bites too!) For more information or to reserve your spot, go to www.meetup.com/Inside-Wine-

Santa-Barbara/events/138980342. I also like supporting good causes, and I was recently made aware of a hike up beautiful Romero Canyon that will raise money for AHA! – a non-profit dedicated to helping out teenagers in need before they fall through the proverbial cracks. AHA! has in- and after-school programs in Santa Barbara and environs and really helps make a difference at an important point in kids’ lives that is sometimes forgotten. The whole thing goes down on November 2 at 9am, and a minimum of $500 in pledges is required to become an official hiker. Find out more and get registered at www.hikeforaha.org. Then go take a hike. Speaking of good causes, the Cancer Center recently had its 21st Annual Walk/ Run, in which over a thousand people took to the streets and raised more than $125,000 to benefit the Cancer Center’s Clinical Research Program. But there is still need – the goal was to raise $200,000 – and there is still time. Go to www.ccsb. org/walkrun2013 or call (805) 898-2116 and cough up some cash for the cause. Finally, I like powerful and successful women. (Most especially, I like my powerful and successful wife. I thought I’d toss that in there.) Antioch University is launching its inaugural Women & Leadership Certificate Program this January, with the goal of empowering women in leadership roles to develop the knowledge and personal skills to support their success. The overwhelmingly noble goal of the program is “parity in leadership and to ensure that tomorrow’s female leaders have the skills and support they need to succeed,” program Director

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Judy Bruton told me. The 10-month Women & Leadership program is a hybrid, in that it combines online classes with three weekend residencies at the University’s downtown Santa Barbara location. Students will integrate the principles of valuesbased leadership, examine gender issues facing today’s leaders, strengthen communication and problem-solving skills and learn how best to lead a team. Beyond attendance at the three residencies (January 9 – 12, May 8 – 11 and October 9 – 12, 2014), there are no minimum time commitments, providing an optimal self-paced learning experience. By the end of the program, each participant will have created – with the assistance of faculty and a mentor – an individual leadership project in their field of interest. Sounds cool to me. To learn more about the program, prospective students are invited to an information session on Saturday, November 9, 11am – 12pm at Antioch University, 602 Anacapa Street. Scholarship funds are available. The early action deadline for priority admission and scholarship consideration is November 20, 2013. For more details about the Women & Leadership Certificate Program or to register, visit www.antiochsb.edu/wal. It’s high time, Judy, and I’m personally thrilled to see Antioch taking a lead role here. You’ve got a friend in the Sentinel, please let us know how the inaugural class goes. That’s it, I’m done and looking forward to trick or treating. Happy Halloween everybody. Peace.

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WESTSIDE CHARMER | WEB: 0113741 | $699,000 Jennifer Berger 805.451.5484

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CASUAL ELEGANCE | WEB: 0621556 | $2,475,000 Laura Drammer 805.448.7500

ELEGANT COUNTRY LIVING | WEB: 0621570 | $2,149,000 Patty Murphy 805.680.8571

ELEGANT MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE | WEB: 0621571 | $2,100,000 Patty Murphy 805.680.8571

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