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orro Bay is discussing changes to the way it deals with the massage industry, focusing on keeping illicit massage businesses out of the city. One massage therapist said while oversight is necessary, the industry shouldn’t be DEMO Morro Bay Massage Therapy owner Helena treated as an issue for law Quintanar demonstrates how the work she does enforcement. She’s concerned is rooted in health. She’s that the proposed rules will advocating for the city to regulations that penalize long-standing massage implement tap into that. therapists in the community— not just those operating illegally. Staff Writer Chloë Hodge speaks with Morro Bay Massage Therapy owner Helena Quintanar about what she’s advocating for [6]. Also in this issue, read about the lawsuits filed against Lucia Mar Unified School District [7]; the collaboration bringing food and film together [20]; and the new company introducing dirty soda to San Luis Obispo [27].

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San Simeon CSD approves steep water, sewer rate increases

an Simeon residents and businesses will face sharp increases in water and wastewater bills after the San Simeon Community Services District (SSCSD) approved a new rate ordinance on Jan. 7, a decision the district said is necessary to keep the system operating while it undergoes a potential dissolution. Under the ordinance, water rates will rise by 32 percent and wastewater rates by 36 percent, starting Feb. 7. San Luis Obispo County Public Works Division Manager Suzy Watkins, who is serving as the district’s interim general manager, said the increases are meant to provide short-term financial stability. “The purpose is solely to generate cash flow in the near term to support the district through the dissolution study,” Watkins said during a Nov. 13 meeting. The district last raised rates in 2022, Watkins said. Although a five-year rate plan adopted in 2019 allowed annual increases tied to inflation, the final increase authorized for the 2023-24 fiscal year was ultimately not implemented, and draft rate studies prepared in 2022 were never adopted. As a result, revenues for the district remained flat while costs increased. The rate study identified a 32 percent funding shortfall in the water fund and an 88 percent shortfall in the wastewater fund. A staff report noted that fully closing the wastewater gap would have required an 88 percent increase, but the district opted for a lower increase to reduce immediate impacts. “Without additional revenue, SSCSD is projected to have insufficient funding to operate within the next year. The proposed rate increases are intended to fund the costs of providing water and wastewater service within the specified area,” Watkins told New Times in an email. District board Vice Chair Karina Tiwana said the board struggled with the decision but felt it was unavoidable. “It is incumbent upon us as residents of the community, as all of us are, to ensure that the appropriate funding is there to keep the water and wastewater going and the water coming out of the tap,” she said at the Jan. 7 meeting. Public commenters acknowledged the district’s financial problems but criticized the size of the increases. Resident Mary Margaret Maguire said she agreed that some increase was necessary but described the approved rates as “draconian” during the Nov. 13 meeting.

“These amounts of increase could serve to bankrupt several businesses here,” Maguire said. “People are not making any money these days. They’re hanging on by a thread.” She added that many residents are on low or fixed incomes and said the increases “are going to cause a lot of harm to a lot of people,” attributing the situation to years of district mismanagement. In a Nov. 24 letter, resident Wendy Ball described how she was struggling to afford basic water use. “For over two years, I have been unable to take a shower—not because of plumbing issues, but because I simply cannot afford the cost of water service,” she wrote. She said an increase could lead to a complete loss of service and asked the district to consider hardship accommodations and low-income assistance programs that can help residents like her maintain access to essential services. A separate protest letter submitted on Sept. 21 by property owners William and Erin Gibson criticized the district’s past leadership.

Los Osos CSD approves special election for tax to purchase Sunnyside School

park acres per 1,000 residents, San Luis Obispo County’s general plan and the updated Los Osos community plan only aimed for 3 acres per 1,000 residents. “For the past 34 years, the county has not added park space to Los Osos,” she said. “With a population of 15,000 residents, we need to add 45 acres of parks to Los Osos.” The school district wants $6 million for Sunnyside. Its purchase, repair, and upkeep by Los Osos depend on the passage of a $15 monthly parcel tax per household. “The CSD has an informal agreement with the school district to only negotiate with the CSD for acquisition at this time,” CSD General Manager Ron Munds said. “They understand the purchase is contingent on the tax measure passing. Ultimately, it is the school district and their board’s discretion on how and when to move in a different direction.” Over 52 days starting in November 2025,

Los Osos Community Services District (CSD) and a local citizens group hope that a tax measure on the June primary election ballot could become the building block that transforms Sunnyside School into Sunnyside Park. San Luis Coastal Unified School District closed Sunnyside School in 2001 because of funding reductions. Despite restored funding, major enrollment losses kept the school shuttered. Locals can access a portion of the 12-acre Sunnyside property, and many of them banded together as the Sunnyside Park Citizens Coalition— advocating for public ownership and officially converting the site into a park. Coalition member Trish Bartel told New Times that while the National Recreation and Park Association suggested a range of 6.3 to 10.5 total

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“This district has historically had ample opportunities to address rate increases but evidently lacked either the political will or the business acumen to do so,” they wrote. “This lack is the direct cause of this outrageous rate increase. And thereby dumping this decision and action on the county, which we feel does not have a real grasp on the population dynamics of San Simeon.” The letter also noted that permanent residents will be disproportionately affected while part-time property owners face fewer impacts. The rate increase comes after San Luis Obispo County temporarily assumed day-to-day operations of the district under the California Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (CalWARN). The county’s involvement is expected to last about one year during which a state-required dissolution study will be completed. The district is required to reimburse the county for all costs incurred. ∆ —Chloë Hodge FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

RATE SPIKE San Simeon residents are concerned about newly approved water and wastewater rate hikes, but the district said the increase is necessary to address financial shortfalls.

Sunnyside Park Citizens Coalition gathered more than 1,500 signatures to place the funding measure on the June ballot. At its Jan. 12 meeting, the Los Osos Community Services District claimed that it’s “only a vehicle” to get the tax measure on the ballot and that it was the citizens coalition that advocated for it. But CSD board member Chuck Cesena declared he personally gathered signatures for the measure to appear on the ballot. “In the interest of full disclosure, I did sit at Alehouse one night with the petition and gather signatures,” Cesena said at the meeting. “I did not identify myself as a member of the CSD.” CSD General Manager Munds told New Times that individual action by board members is allowed. Board members can’t collectively work together to advocate for the measure. The board unanimously approved a resolution NEWS continued page 5

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ordering a special district election on June 2 where locals would vote on the parcel tax. The resolution also requests that the SLO County Board of Supervisors consolidate the special election and the statewide primary to happen on the same date. The tax measure needs a simple majority to pass. If voters approve it, the measure sets a parcel tax of $185 per year for 15 years, after which it drops to $100 per parcel per year with an inflation adjustment. The tax would bring in $1.1 million annually for 15 years to acquire Sunnyside. Following 15 years, with no sunset date in sight, the tax would generate roughly $600,000 annually for operations and maintenance. “This first step is merely to get the property purchased,” CSD board member Richard Hubbard said at the meeting. “After that, we will be faced with the task of doing whatever improvements we can with whatever money we have, but it’s not going to happen overnight … It’s going to be a long, slow process. I hope I live long enough to see it, but I know my grandson will.” Many community members expressed support for the measure at the CSD meeting. Los Osos real estate broker Jeff Edwards was the sole critic, alleging “misrepresentation.” Edwards questioned the CSD’s involvement in acquiring property for parks and recreation purposes. He told New Times that the Sunnyside site could serve as a makeshift downtown area for Los Osos if it’s privately developed as a mixed-use project including senior and affordable housing, artist lofts, adult and child day care, urgent care, a relocation of the community library, and a hotel set around a large public plaza. “Of the Sunnyside 12 acres, there is only about 2 to 3 acres currently in turf,” he said via email. “The balance of the site, but for a swath of native vegetation along the south border, is covered with asphalt and buildings. … If the LOCSD was sincere about [parks and recreation], they would look to acquire a site that had real potential for that, one that is flat, like for fields.” Edwards added that the CSD has no experience operating and maintaining such facilities, and that it underestimated how expensive owning and managing Sunnyside would be. The CSD disagrees with him. “The operations, maintenance, and improvements amount of the property tax assessment has a small amount of extra money that can be put aside for

improvements,” Munds said. “We understand that this amount will not be enough to make major improvements to the property. It is our strategy to search for grants for the larger projects, and there is a nonprofit forming to do fundraising within the community for improvements as well.” —Bulbul Rajagopal

Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach ask to restore Diablo Canyon unitary tax

San Luis Obispo County’s cities are voicing support to keep the lights on at Diablo Canyon Power Plant for another 20 years, but that backing comes with calls to restore unitary tax at pre-decommissioning levels. By Jan. 13, the Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach city councils decided to join the county in a request to the California State Legislature to extend Diablo Canyon’s operations. Paso Robles City Council was scheduled to discuss joining the coalition on Jan. 14 after New Times went to press. State Senate Bill 846, the California Public Utilities Commission, and the California Coastal Commission are allowing Diablo Canyon owner Pacific Gas & Electric Company to keep the plant open until 2030. But the utility company is awaiting the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s approval of a relicensing permit that could keep the nuclear power plant open until 2050. The cities became involved after the SLO County Board of Supervisors sent a letter to the Legislature on Dec. 16 requesting it support the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s approval process. Supervisors also requested that the Legislature establish “a state licensing pathway”—a bill like SB 846—to authorize the plant to run for two more decades. “Continuation of operations, however, must be accompanied by fiscal fairness for the communities that host and support the facility,” the supervisors’ letter said. “Historically, unitary tax revenues have been distributed to the county, cities, school districts, and special districts, supporting essential public services, educational programs, infrastructure maintenance, and public safety. Restoration of this tax structure is critical to maintaining the fiscal stability of local governments and public agencies.” In 2016, PG&E agreed to an $85 million settlement to cushion the impact of Diablo Canyon’s originally scheduled closure in 2025. SLO County is now receiving less revenue over time despite Diablo Canyon being permitted to stay open for five more years.

The county didn’t respond to New Times’ through the end of 2026,” Dodds told New requests for comment by press time. Times in an email. SB 846 stalled unitary tax payments to Green’s passing leaves one open seat on the local jurisdictions. The legislation included board. provisions that exempted new investments “The open seat will be added to the other and operating costs associated with seats that expire at the end of 2026 in the extending Diablo Canyon’s life from unitary general election later this year to be filled for taxation. the remaining two years of that term,” Dodds So, local jursidictions could continue explained. seeing reduced tax revenues unless legislative He said multiple residents have submitted measures are enacted. letters of interest, though the district has not Countywide, the unitary tax fell from $21 yet made those materials public. million annually to $8 million. “We are still working on verifying that For Arroyo Grande, unitary tax dipped those who provided a letter of interest are from $83,300 in fiscal year 2021-22 to eligible to be appointed to the board,” Dodds $55,200 in fiscal year 2025-26. said. “The letters from the eligible persons Pre-decommissioning will be included in the unitary tax stood at more board packet for the board than $50,000 for Grover and public to review.” Beach, dropping to $34,000 Send any news The forthcoming in fiscal year 2024-25. or story tips to appointment follows a year Unitary tax revenue from news@newtimesslo.com. marked by internal disputes Diablo Canyon once brought and public disagreement in $10 million a year for among board members. San Luis Coastal, which recently entered its In 2025, Sangster and Green filed formal second year of budget cuts. complaints alleging that board member However, Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach city managers told New Times that the Rod Smiley engaged in disrespectful and disruptive conduct during board meetings. cities accommodated the reductions without That item was later withdrawn after Smiley losing any local programs and projects. threatened legal action against the district “Given this relatively small reduction in and individual board members. District staff revenues over a multi-year period, we have warned that defending a lawsuit could cost not had to cut any programs or projects the district more than $100,000. as we have been able to account for this During a September 2025 meeting, change in our budget,” Grover Beach City Manager Matt Bronson said. “Other agencies Sangster and Green formally withdrew their complaints, citing concerns over potential that receive a greater share of unitary tax litigation costs and an intention to revisit the revenues, like the county and San Luis Coastal School District, likely face more board’s conduct policy. The meeting included significant impacts.” extended public comment and procedural —Bulbul Rajagopal interruptions, reflecting ongoing tensions between board members. Disagreement over the future of the CSD San Miguel CSD board to appoint new member after has also continued. On multiple occasions in 2025, the board discussed whether to explore death of vice president dissolving the district and transferring its The San Miguel Community Services services to San Luis Obispo County. Green District is preparing to appoint a new and board member Owen Davis supported board member following the death of Vice reopening the discussion, while Smiley President John Green in late November, creating a vacancy on the five-member board. opposed the idea, arguing that residents Green served on the board from December didn’t want the district dissolved. The proposal stemmed from letters 2024 until his passing. Under the district’s submitted by resident Gregory Campbell, a annual reorganization process, the board founder of the CSD in 2000, who argued that selected its officers for 2026 last month, changes in the district’s finances warranted reelecting board member Ashley Sangster reconsideration. The board ultimately took as president and appointing board member no action. Brendin Beatty as vice president, according New Times contacted Sangster, Davis, to District Manager Kelly Dodds. and Smiley for comment but didn’t receive “The board will be interviewing interested responses before publication. ∆ persons on [Jan. 22], hopefully appointing —Chloë Hodge someone at that meeting to fill the vacancy

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Morro Bay massage therapist urges healthbased oversight as city considers new regulations

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oft lighting, intention, and a focus on health define the work at Morro Bay Massage Therapy. Inside the studio, an anatomical muscle chart takes up a wall, and conversations revolve around mobility, injury, and recovery. For Helena Quintanar, the owner and massage practitioner, massage therapy is about care. “This is health work,” she said. “People come in because something hurts, and they need help.” As the city of Morro Bay moves forward with a proposed ordinance to regulate massage establishments, Quintanar has emerged as a vocal supporter of regulation— with reservations. While she agrees that oversight is necessary, she wants massage therapy regulated as health care rather than treated as an issue for law enforcement. “I want regulation,” Quintanar said. “I just want it to come from a place of understanding, not suspicion.” In November, Morro Bay Police Chief Amy Watkins introduced a proposed ordinance that would establish local licensing requirements, operational standards, and inspection authority for massage businesses and technicians. The city has 16 massage establishments but does not currently have a municipal code allowing local regulations of those businesses, Watkins told New Times in an email. “This ordinance is being brought forward to City Council to provide for the orderly regulation of massage establishments and to prevent and discourage the misuse of massage therapy as a front for illicit activities in violation of state law,” she said. Similar ordinances are already in place in other San Luis Obispo County cities, including San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Paso Robles, and Grover Beach, she explained. Watkins said the goal is to create consistent standards and give the city clearer authority to respond to complaints. Quintanar does not dispute the city’s desire for oversight, but she believes a law enforcement-centered model risks reinforcing a harmful narrative that conflates massage therapy with criminal activity. “Massage therapy already struggles with stigma,” she said. She argues that oversight modeled after public health inspections—similar to those used for tattoo studios—would better reflect the reality of massage therapy as a licensed profession. “Health departments focus on sanitation, documentation, and safety,” Quintanar said. “For the tattoo industry, they have to have a book at the front desk … that says what permits they have, if they’ve done their bloodborne pathogen training, each person who works there, what the rules and regulations are. The massage industry can benefit from that.” Massage therapy in California exists under a mix of state law and local regulation. Practitioners can legally work as massage practitioners with 200 hours of training,

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THERAPEUTIC CARE Helena Quintanar, owner of Morro Bay Massage Therapy, advocates for massage regulations rooted in health care, education, and trust rather than law enforcement oversight.

After selling that business in 2019 while 500 hours are required to become and stepping away during the pandemic, certified through the California Massage Quintanar returned to the field with a Therapy Council (CAMTC). That higher threshold often costs thousands of dollars in different vision. She opened Morro Bay Massage Therapy in February 2023 with financial investment. a sustainability-focused model: fewer The proposed Morro Bay ordinance clients, longer sessions, and an emphasis on would require massage therapists to meet therapeutic outcomes rather than volume. the CAMTC certification or qualify for a Two-hour sessions range from $250 to limited grandfathering exception verified by $300 after tip, allowing therapists to earn a the police chief. The exception is designed living without overworking themselves. for long-standing practitioners who meet Clients often seek relief from chronic specific training and background criteria. pain, sports injuries, and long-term tension, Quintanar supports certification but Quintanar explained. Many of her clients worries about how quickly changes could travel from outside Morro Bay after affect working therapists. struggling to find consistent, therapeutic “People don’t realize how many good care elsewhere. therapists could disappear overnight if the “When people find something that works, rules change too fast,” she said. “Not because they stick with it,” Quintanar said. they’re unqualified, but because they can’t Education and transparency are central to afford the time or money to reach 500 hours.” her practice. Clients are shown how specific According to CAMTC CEO Ahmos muscles contribute to their pain and how Netanel, therapists who were certified under movement patterns affect recovery. The a former 250-hour tier can continue renewing approach is clinical, informed, and calm. their certification every two years. However, For Quintanar, the city’s ordinance that tier closed to new applicants in 2015, and represents a chance to better align policy all new certifications now require 500 hours with the reality of massage therapy. of training from an approved school. “Massage therapy is skilled labor,” she said. As of Jan. 1, California “If we want the public to formally recognizes see us as professionals, the CAMTC certificate holders rules need to reflect that.” as health care providers. She worries the Send any news Locally, Morro Bay’s or story tips to ordinance could ordinance would require news@newtimesslo.com. unintentionally push certification or qualification out smaller or older under a grandfathering establishments if therapists provision. can’t meet certification requirements or “Someone in my situation who had children don’t qualify for grandfathering. very young, who is a single mother and “These numbers aren’t abstract,” she said. cannot—and had to work two or three jobs to “They’re people’s livelihoods.” even survive—cannot take their entire time to Quintanar envisions a regulatory do a 500-hour program that takes almost full- system that prioritizes public health and time schooling,” Quintanar said. transparency rather than suspicion. Her path into massage therapy was shaped “There’s a lot of different ways that that by observation and experience. Quintanar the government can help the illicit part not previously worked in the body art industry be a big issue … simply by having the health and later owned a massage business in the department do the regulations,” she said. city of San Luis Obispo, managing licensed “That is 110 percent my belief.” therapists while working in another field. The Morro Bay City Council is scheduled Over time, she watched many therapists cycle to next discuss the proposed ordinance on out of the profession due to physical strain. Jan. 27, according to Watkins. ∆ “It’s incredibly demanding work,” she Reach Staff Writer Chloë Hodge at chodge@ said. “You have to learn how to take care of newtimesslo.com. yourself or you won’t last.”

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Lucia Mar faces lawsuits alleging child sexual abuse, assault, and negligence

an Luis Obispo County’s largest school district faces three lawsuits filed within the last six months alleging child sexual abuse, assault, and negligence at the hands of its employees. A Mesa Middle School student, a Grover Beach Elementary School student, their guardians, and two former students at Dana Elementary School filed separate complaints against the Lucia Mar Unified School District for reportedly neglecting to take action when three instructors allegedly harmed those students in different ways. The Lucia Mar school board also capped off 2025 by unanimously agreeing at its Dec. 16 meeting to settle two cases involving students. The district will pay roughly $50,000 to each of the students, including attorney fees. It’s unclear if the two settled cases are connected to the active lawsuits from the Mesa Middle, Grover Beach Elementary, and Dana Elementary schools’ students. “The well-being of our students and staff is a top priority for Lucia Mar,” district spokesperson Amy Jacobs said. “School districts across California are experiencing a marked increase in claims and litigation. Because these matters involve pending or anticipated legal action, the district cannot comment on specifics at this time.” Reformed state laws around sexual assault led to a surge in lawsuits throughout California. In 2019, the Legislature unanimously passed Assembly Bill 218, which extended the statute of limitations to file a child sexual assault lawsuit from age 26 to age 40; extended the statute of limitations for survivors older than 40 to within five years of when survivors reasonably should have discovered repressed memories of assault; and enabled survivors whose statutes of limitations had expired to file lawsuits by Dec. 31, 2022. In 2023, the Legislature also passed AB 452, which altogether removes the statute of limitations on all childhood sexual assault claims filed after Jan. 1, 2024. According to a Cal Matters investigation in 2025, the new laws resulted in a flurry of payouts from school districts to survivors. The Carpinteria Unified School District with its $42 million budget in neighboring Santa

Barbara County is facing financial collapse due to lawsuits settling for $5 million to $10 million each. Overall claims against schools total nearly $3 billion, Cal Matters reported. Two unnamed women, now 37, sued Lucia Mar, claiming that their former Dana Elementary teacher Alexander Polosjuk sexually abused and molested them between 1997 ALARM BELLS SLO County’s largest school and 1998 when they were children. district, Lucia Mar Unified, is named in three lawsuits concerning child sexual abuse, assault, and negligence “Childhood sexual trauma often from employees–mirroring a rise in school districts takes many years to process, and being sued across California. most survivors never come forward at all,” said Simona Danesh, a The complaint also stated that Polosjuk partner at Slater Slater Schulman LLP who was ultimately arrested and convicted represents the two women. “For those who around 1998 for acts of child sexual abuse. do, it typically takes decades to find the Lucia Mar responded to the complaint with strength to confront such painful memories. a general denial on Dec. 23, rejecting all the Recent changes in the law were made to allegations. reflect this well-established reality.” Polosjuk, 72, is listed in California’s Danesh added that the alleged victims registered sex offender database under experienced lifelong harm because their continuous sexual abuse of child. According teacher assaulted them. to the database, he was convicted in 1998 and “Keeping children safe includes the released in 2003. He was last reported to be training and rigorous supervision of living in Santa Cruz. all personnel who interact with kids New Tech and Nipomo high schools’ and full compliance with California’s physical education teacher and union mandated-reporting laws,” she told New president of the Lucia Mar Unified Teachers Times. “If district leadership and staff were Association Cody King told New Times aware in the 1990s, the only appropriate he remembers kids discussing Polosjuk’s response was immediate removal from behavior when he was a 12-year-old at Dana student contact, prompt reporting to law Elementary in 1998. enforcement, timely notification to families, “I don’t remember it in the news or and an independent investigation.” anything, … just knowing that he was no The complaint alleges that Polosjuk abused the two girls on at least 12 occasions combined. longer in school and the rumors at the time that turned out to be true,” he said. The women claimed that despite other Lucia Mar is also facing a lawsuit filed in students also complaining that Polosjuk had June 2025 by a Mesa Middle School student fondled them and given nonconsensual hugs, the district didn’t supervise his interactions with and her guardian against physical education teacher Karli Nichols. students, didn’t report him to law enforcement The complaint alleged that in September or a child protective agency, and didn’t train 2024, Nichols willfully ignored a doctor’s note teachers and staff to create a safe environment excusing the student from all physical activity. and report inappropriate behavior. The student, while practicing throwing a “Defendants failed to take reasonable flying disk, heard her knee pop and fell. She steps and implement reasonable safeguards allegedly suffered permanent injuries. to avoid acts of unlawful sexual conduct by In November 2025, a Grover Beach Polosjuk, and, upon information and belief, Elementary student with disabilities and her actually undertook a concerted effort to mother sued the district and paraprofessional cover up the childhood sexual abuse,” the Michael Rios, alleging a physical altercation complaint said.

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in February between him and the student. According to the lawsuit, Rios forcibly removed the student for playing outside the cafeteria after lunch. “In an attempt to stop her, Rios grabbed her upper arm between her elbow and shoulder,” the complaint said. “Rios then grabbed the back of her shirt collar and pulled backwards, causing the fabric to tighten round her neck, which choked her and restricted her breathing. Plaintiff, in pain, gasped for air.” The incident allegedly worsened the student’s emotional and psychological condition, leading to a severe fear of school, panic attacks, and hospitalization for mental health treatment. The complaint alleged that Lucia Mar didn’t immediately inform the student’s parent and failed to disclose that a behavioral emergency report and a video of the incident existed. A behavioral emergency report is a mandatory document in California schools that notes incidents involving significant student behavior, including the use of emergency interventions like physical restraint. The parent allegedly only learned about the incident when Grover Beach police called her to follow up on a suspected child abuse report. Despite repeated requests, the school district allegedly delayed holding an emergency 504 meeting—an urgent discussion about a child’s unique disability-related needs. The district also failed to respond to a formal government claim within the required 45-day window, according to the lawsuit, effectively rejecting it by default. Lucia Mar has faced similar lawsuits in the past. In 2022, the school district agreed to pay $10 million to settle a lawsuit alleging negligence after bus driver David Lamb was convicted of molesting a 9-year-old girl several times over five months in 2017. Teachers Association President King told New Times that the union isn’t privy to the district’s deliberations around litigation. Details surrounding procedures that supposedly weren’t followed and diligence that wasn’t performed, he said, are important to know about because it could highlight systemic issues that need fixing. “Because everything’s done in closed session at board meetings and the confidentiality, you don’t hear about these or you don’t know the outcome when there’s something that’s brought before the board,” King said. “They’ll say it’s resolved but not that there was liability or an amount that was paid.” ∆ Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.

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Wake up, America!

was born in France during WWII. I was just a few months old when my father was sent to a labor camp in Poland and my mother became a refugee in the Norman countryside. My father came back when the war was over, emaciated but alive. When the truck that brought him and other men stopped in front of our home, my excited mother grabbed me and shouted, “It’s your dad!” and I casually answered, “Which one?” This is the kind of story the adults passed around later while keeping the pain and the terror they had endured away from the children. I would overhear one thing or another when people did not pay attention, and I can still remember the loathing my parents had especially for the militia. As dreadful as they were, the SS and the Gestapo were German, the enemy, but the militia was French, and they collaborated with the Gestapo, sending relatives of resistants to execution grounds and concentration camps. It is not something one can easily forget or forgive. ICE is the American militia. Same ugliness, same cowardice, same lack of concern for either immigrants or their own, same sadistic pleasure in enforcing their power on people who can’t do much to defend themselves, even when they were born here. The case of Renee Good

is particularly distressing because she was the mother of three children, and she only had a whistle to defend herself. On the other hand, the killer had a gun and a big ego. He could not stand to see a woman unafraid of him, he had to show her, and she was called a “fucking bitch” as he shot her in the face. Our “compassionate” MAGA followed suit in calling her “lunatic” and “domestic terrorist.” MAGA and ICE make a “beautiful” marriage. There is no place for groups like ICE in any civilized country. A government that needs such people is a failed government. It deserves to fall, and it will fall when those who voted for Trump realize they have been manipulated and have lost whatever help they were previously getting. ICE costs tens of billions of dollars annually. Just think of the health care we could receive with this money, the children we could feed, the veterans we could help, and the peace we could maintain. Instead, we are terrorizing our own and turning the entire world against us, all of this because of a disturbed felon who believes he is Caesar. Wake up, America, please wake up! It is 1941 again, but this time, the enemy is within. Odile Ayral San Luis Obispo

Your therapist is not your friend

therapists like family. They seek praise, approval, moral direction, and emotional safety. These were once provided by parents, friends, neighbors, churches, teams, and communities. We worry about therapy language entering our relationships, yet rarely ask why so many real relationships have faded. This did not happen overnight. Family breakdown and the erosion of friendship

Many people now turn to therapy not only for treatment, but for guidance, reassurance, and belonging. Therapy has become a massive industry. Some people truly need professional care. But many others are using therapists to replace relationships that once existed elsewhere. I regularly see young people treating

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and community life are central to this shift. People move constantly. Neighbors are literal strangers. Friendships are weak and disposable. When no one is expected to stay, the most reliable person becomes the one you pay. We lowered expectations for one another and raised them for experts. We are told it is healthy to rely on professionals and unfair to rely on family or friends. We demand more mental health funding but rarely talk about rebuilding the human bonds that once carried people through difficulty. Children are said to deserve dependable therapists, but not dependable families or communities. The irony is hard to miss. Young people are warned against closeness and dependence, yet encouraged to form intense attachments to someone who invoices them, watches the clock, and logs off after 50 minutes. Therapy helps many people. But when we pay strangers to listen and reassure us, we should ask what we are really buying. We may not be paying for therapy. We may be paying for the relationships we no longer have. Ian Journey Pismo Beach

opinions. But lately this freedom has been taken from us—whether you’re an American citizen, an immigrant who’s here legally, or someone who is here illegally doesn’t seem to make a difference. You can be picked up on the street for no reason, with no probable cause, and taken to a detention facility and shipped out of this country without a hearing or any due process. Many Americans supported the Trump administration when he said he was going to remove illegal aliens who are dangerous criminals and felons, but this has gone far beyond those goals. People who are here legally or illegally—if they look different or have an accent or have a foreign background—can be detained with no due process or no probable cause. This has to stop! Innocent people are being killed by ICE and their excessive use of force. We cannot tolerate this any longer. Please let your elected representatives, and other officials know that you do not support this. We must stop Donald Trump and his minions from desecrating our Constitution. Only then can we have a free and tolerant America! John Hadley Lompoc

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Shame on the district attorney

The time has come for all of us to take a I served as a combat marine in Vietnam, step back and look at what is happening here took an oath to the Constitution, and never in our country. Innocent shot an unarmed solider people are being killed, or civilian or wore a mask people with no criminal in combat! SLO County history or background. They District Attorney Dan Dow, Send us your are being rounded up like remember thou should not views and opinion to letters@newtimesslo.com. cattle and sent to holding kill, and love your neighbor facilities without an arrest regardless of skin color, or warrant or due process religious beliefs? I live as a for doing nothing more than expressing an veteran now and am saddened by the actions opinion. and words from you and your office. Let’s live The Constitution says that every person with love not hate. has a right to due process, the freedom of Rinaldo Caminada speech and the freedom to express their Shell Beach

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BY JOHN DONEGAN

Dead golden geese

magine an environment so toxic to business that even drug dealers can’t make money? Then consider California, a place where the ending of the old Aesop’s fable, “The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs,” is a lived experience. California voters legalized recreational marijuana in 2016, making state and local governments giddy at the prospect of a tsunami of tax revenues and fees headed their way. The industry was to be wellregulated. Here in SLO, that requires that growers be at least 1,000 feet from any schools lest any mischievous tykes find themselves tempted, and drive-through sales are prohibited, protecting those who have already had way too much to smoke and are incapable of stumbling into the dispensary to seek more. Cannabis tax revenues peaked in 2020 and have since decreased by 80 percent. Marijuana consumption has remained reasonably consistent, but now legal sales constitute less than 40 percent of all sales. Regulation, however, continues to thrive. Legions of bureaucrats are undoubtedly pleased with themselves and their efforts. On Nov. 10, 2025, sfgate.com ran a piece (“Survival mode: It was once california’s top pot producing county. Now it is a bust”) describing the financial plight of licensed marijuana growers, highlighting one grower in Monterey County who is on the verge of going out of business and laying off 60 fulltime workers. The grower complained of high regulatory costs, such as a $1 million fire sprinkler system in their greenhouse, something not required for other greenhouse crops, special extraction permits required, and an onerous cultivation tax assessed by the square foot on grow areas. Statewide, there are similar complaints. Take a moment to think about it. Taxation and regulation have managed to cripple an industry that had previously managed to survive all efforts to eliminate it through prohibition, arrest, and imprisonment. The business environment for legal growers and retailers has grown so onerous that many choose to risk raids, arrest, and imprisonment, rather than try and navigate the taxes and regulations. Cannabis is not an isolated industry. Conservatives have long complained of the overregulation and taxation of business generally, with those complaints being dismissed by a government establishment instinctively inclined to tax and regulate. It is what they do. In addition to cannabis, the American steel and manufacturing industries have declined in large part due to environmental and labor regulations. Here in California, the harsh business climate and taxes have driven a number of large employers out of state. We also pay the nation’s highest gas prices due to taxes, special formulation requirements, and a hostility toward refineries. Car ownership is more expensive here, due to special emissions standards and testing and high registration costs. Even some Democrats like Gavin Newsom have conceded that we need to look at government regulations. Yet, despite numerous demonstrations of the destructive impact of government

on business, there are still those who seem enthralled with still further intrusion of government into the marketplace. In New York City, newly elected socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani promises a chain of government-run grocery stores, an industry which already struggles with low profit margins. The plan will face several challenges. First, what are they going to do about shoplifting? Will socialists be willing to endure the political “optics” of arresting and prosecuting shoplifters, especially those who pitifully explain that they were just stealing to feed their children (kids apparently having a surprising affinity for lobster, truffles, and Wagyu beef)? After all, the thieves will also be voters. But without a meaningful deterrent to theft, how do they keep a grocery store from quickly turning into a barren food bank? Second, how could socialists effectively contain labor costs when they were negotiating with their political allies in the unions, who would press for ever-higher wages for their membership? How could city government resist the temptation to award desirable positions as political patronage? Recall the collapse of the Venezuelan petroleum industry when socialist Hugo Chavez threw out the Americans and staffed the industry with his inexperienced and incompetent political cronies. Third, lifestyle proselytizing. How do you prevent the affluent and sophisticated urban progressives who will run the administration from imposing their personal dietary preferences in selecting the foods to be offered? Will they tolerate much-beloved junk food and sugary sodas? Alcohol? Meat? Recall Michelle Obama’s unsuccessful and wasteful campaign to force kale and fresh vegetables down the throats of schoolkids who preferred pizza and burgers. Will we see Pringles, Pepsi, and Little Debbie jettisoned in favor of sprouts, quinoa, and tofu? Will stores offering only organic, gluten-free, locavore, sustainably grown, fair trade foods do enough business to keep the doors open? My fever dream: A coalition of New Yorkers with the munchies and California stoners join in common cause to reenact the Boston Tea Party and toss bales of cannabis and bags of contraband Doritos into the harbor. ∆ John Donegan is a retired attorney in Pismo Beach whose orange fingers betray his affinity for Cheetos. Send a response for publication to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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Dr. Jared Bear Sharon, 85, of Arroyo Grande, CA, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Jared was born in Buffalo, New York, in the spring of 1940. He was preceded in death by his father, Joel Sharon, an attorney with the United States Department of Immigration and Naturalization Services and his mother, Sonia, who earned her Master’s Degree in English Literature at Columbia University before becoming an English teacher. Due to his father’s profession, he moved frequently throughout his childhood to cities including Buffalo, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Richmond, Virginia. An only child, Jared was blessed with devoted and loving aunts and uncles who had an immense impact during his formative years. He excelled as a student, developing a lifelong love of learning. He particularly enjoyed Torah study throughout his life, following the example set by his father and Grandfather. Graduating high school at the age of 16, Jared went to the University of Richmond, Virginia, before attending USC, where he earned a Master’s Degree in Biochemistry and a PhD in Higher Education. While at USC, Jared married the love of his life, Maureen Leslie Barr. Jared and Maureen lived in Monterey Park, California, before moving to Marin County, where he was the Dean of Instruction at the College of Marin. Two of his major accomplishments were developing College for Kids and Emeritus College, which went on to become statewide programs across California Community Colleges. In 1986, he moved to Menlo Park, where he became Vice President at College of San Mateo.

Jared was an avid sports fan and baseball historian. He knew the players of every era and their home stadiums, their quirks and statistical accomplishments, scores of games, specific plays with vivid accuracy, and, most often, the lessons of athletics converted into teachings for the game of life. While his teams performed very well, Jared ensured that every player he coached received a chance to play; his players learned their sport and learned how to apply the lessons of teamwork to benefit themselves off the field. Each player was important. He retired in 1999 and moved to Arroyo Grande, where he became a Para-rabbinic Fellow at Congregation Beth David and Chaplain serving California Men’s Colony and Corcoran State Prison. While Chaplain at Corcoran, he wrote a book to help rehabilitate inmates entitled “Basic Judaism for Those Seeking a New Beginning”. Jared became involved with Kiwanis in his early professional years, starting in Marin County and continuing in the Five Cities. Serving multiple times, he was a past President of the Ross Valley, Gold Coast, and Arroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis Clubs. Jared was a member until his passing. He was dedicated throughout his life to community service and had a saying, “Ask yourself what you can do to make the world a better place.” Jared is succeeded by his beloved wife, Maureen, his three sons, Jon, Dan, and Joshua, and seven grandchildren. For those wanting to make a donation in his honor, Congregation Beth David of San Luis Obispo or Arroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis would be among his choices. Burial service was held on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at the Los Osos Valley Memorial Park.

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Sad endings only!

et your minds out of the gutter, Morro Bay. Why do you assume happy endings are endemic to the massage therapy industry? Have there been complaints? Arrests? Any evidence that illicit activity is afoot? Last November, New Times reported on Morro Bay’s proposed ordinance to regulate the city’s 16 massage therapy businesses. “This ordinance is being brought forward to City Council to provide for the orderly regulation of massage establishments and to prevent and discourage the misuse of massage therapy as a front for illicit activities in violation of state law,” Police Chief Amy Watkins told New Times in an email at the time. OK, but what drove the proposal to regulate? As far as I can tell, it’s mere empty suspicion. Watkins said some residents raised concerns about the number of businesses operating and the possibility that some were engaged in “illicit activity,” which doesn’t sound like evidence. At. All. Nada. Zilch. Zip. When the City Council was discussing the ordinance last November, resident Courtney Shepler submitted a public comment saying she had concerns about a North Morro Bay business that opened two to three years ago. “When the new establishment opened, … there was considerable concern among neighbors as the establishment did not present as a place welcoming of locals interested in legitimate massage therapy,” she said.

Didn’t “present”? OK! Case closed! Nice work, Ironside! Come on, Morro Bay. This sounds like a “solution” in search of a problem. Despite the dearth of credible evidence that any kind of actual issue exists, Morro Bay is proceeding with its new ordinance that may require a slew of new regulations and onerous burdens on massage therapists, including inspections by law enforcement. Talk about sending the wrong message! It’s like therapists are guilty until proven innocent. I don’t think a massage sounds very relaxing or therapeutic if Police Chief Watkins could burst into a dimly lit room resplendent with aromatherapy to make sure no one’s having too much fun. “This is health work,” Morro Bay Massage Therapy owner and massage practitioner Helena Quintanar told New Times. “People come in because something hurts, and they need help. I want regulation. I just want it to come from a place of understanding, not suspicion.” Instead of being overseen by law enforcement, Quintanar believes massage therapists might benefit from oversight from public health inspections, for instance, which oversee tattoo studios. “Massage therapy already struggles with stigma,” she noted. Morro Bay’s proposed ordinance may

some will undoubtedly be settled out of court, also require massage therapists to meet as Lucia Mar recently agreed to do on Dec. California Massage Therapy Council 16, paying roughly $50,000 in settlements and (CAMTC) certification, which requires 500 legal fees to each of two students. hours of training from an approved school, Some of the child abuse lawsuits are due or qualify for a limited grandfathering to reformed laws extending the statute of exception verified by the police chief. limitations. For instance, two unnamed women, Many practicing massage therapists can’t now 37, claim their former Dana Elementary afford the time or cost of amassing 500 hours School teacher, Alexander Polosjuk, sexually of school training, and making decisions about abused them between 1997 and 1998. who will be allowed to continue to earn a living Look, the dude was arrested and convicted and who won’t seems like a lot of power to give around 1998 for child sexual abuse and is someone pushing for an ordinance based solely currently a registered sex offender. He’s on suspicion of illegal activity. The Morro Bay City Council is scheduled to now 72, and the victims’ lawsuit essentially argues Lucia Mar was too slow to react to next discuss the proposed ordinance on Jan. complaints and actively tried to cover up the 27. Let’s hope reason, not hysteria, prevails. abuse. And they’re probably right. Speaking of hysteria, Lucia Mar Unified Just like the San Simeon Community School District—the county’s largest—is facing the legal equivalent of getting its lunch Services District was slow to keep up with its expenses. What in the name of bad governance tray overturned, enduring did the district’s board allow an atomic wedgy, and to happen over there? Since being shoved into a locker SLO County took over as an as three looming lawsuits emergency measure to keep Send us your allege child sexual abuse, views and opinion to water flowing to residents and employee negligence, and letters@newtimesslo.com. wastewater flowing out, the assault. Holy crap! district realized that it needed “The well-being of our more money to stay solvent. students and staff is a top The water fund was 32 percent shy of what priority for Lucia Mar,” district spokesperson it needed to operate for the year, and the Amy Jacobs said. “School districts across wastewater fund was 88 percent short. And California are experiencing a marked now residents are facing rate increases of increase in claims and litigation. Because more than 30 percent starting in February. these matters involve pending or anticipated Slow claps all around. ∆ legal action, the district cannot comment on specifics at this time.” The Shredder prefers gear oil to massage Lawsuits are lawsuits and must grind oil. State your preference at shredder@ their way through the process. Some will be newtimesslo.com. dropped, some will result in a penalty, and

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CHASING AND EMBOSSING A PEWTER DRINKING CUP Create a chased, embossed, and textured pewter drinking vessel; cup, beaker, loving cup, kiddish cup, lowball, or wine cup. Bring your imagination and enthusiasm! Jan. 24, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and Jan. 25, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $320. (805) 704-6298. randystromsoe.com. Randy Stromsoe Metalsmith, Highway 46 West, SLO County. COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY Listen to music while enjoying an afternoon of creativity, sipping, and mingling. The party includes a complimentary glass of wine and canvas with materials. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $55. (805) 394-5560. coastalwineandpaint. com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria. GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS ARDELLA SWANBERG: SMALL WORKS View paintings, books, assemblage and more, all inspired by life on the Central Coast, from Cayucos ranches to the Morro Bay harbor. Through Jan. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. METALSMITHING STUDIO INTRO Join this introduction to a professional metalsmithing studio, tools, and techniques. There will be live demonstrations and opportunities for hands on learning, with instructor insights into the right class for you! Jan. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $95. (805) 704-6298. randystromsoe.com. Randy Stromsoe

SKETCHING WITH KATHLEEN HEIL Enjoy this Sunday demonstration where sketching becomes play with artist Kathleen Heil at Art Center Morro Bay. Jan. 25, 1-3 p.m. Free. (805) 772-2504. ArtCenterMorroBay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

3 ARTISTS RETROSPECTIVE REVEAL Susan Lyon, Maryanne Nucci, and Kathy Madonna invite you to visit their Retrospective Show including original photographs, charcoals, watercolors, etchings, linocuts, and mono prints. Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. (805) 440-7152. cottontailcreek.com/susanart. Pocket Gallery on Pine, 8491/2 13th Street, Paso Robles. ARTFUL HOLIDAYS AND 2026 DECOR Everything you need to give the gift of art to those you love, decorate for the Holidays, and enhance your home for years to come! Through Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. (805) 286-4430. parkstreetgallery.com. Park Street Gallery, 1320 Park St., Paso Robles. ARTS AROUND US: JOHN ASTAIRE PIANO TRIO John Astaire Piano Trio will be performing their “Tribute to Rick Wakeman’s - The Six Wives of Henry the VIII”. Jan. 24, 4-5 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/ arts-around-us-john-astaire-pianotrio-2/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. ARTS AROUND US: THE ART OF STORYTELLING IN BOOKS Ed will discuss how to transition a story, a memoir, or an idea into a book which folks will want to read. Jan. 18,

2:30-3:30 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/artsaround-us-the-art-of-storytelling-inbooks/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. COZY CRITTER ART CLASS Bring the little ones to join McRobbins Studios to create a Cozy Critter painting! Expect light instructions, upbeat tunes, and a relaxed, creative vibe. Jan. 18, 1:30-2:30 p.m. $25. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/cozycritter/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. FIGURE DRAWING AT FIELDWORK Join every Wednesday evening at Fieldwork for an uninstructed figure drawing session with a live model. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own materials. The class is 18+. Wednesdays. through May 27 $20 + model’s tip. fieldworkart.org. Join every Wednesday at Fieldwork for an uninstructed figure drawing session with a live nude model. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own materials. This is an 18+ class. Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. through June 1 $20. fieldworkart. org. Fieldwork, 4307 El Camino Real, Atascadero, (971) 645-2481. GEL PLATE PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP Discover the magic of gel plate printmaking. Leave class with a stack of original prints you’ll be proud to frame, gift, or display. Jan. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $100. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. THIRD SATURDAY Wine will be available to purchase from the Studios Library of wines with a $10 donation. Partake in our COLORbar painting station. Jan. 17, 6-9 p.m. Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@newtimesslo. com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Angie Stevens directly at astevens@newtimesslo.com.

WEARABLE WONDERS - SILVER JEWELRY WORKSHOP Learn how to create your own custom pendant using real silver. You’ll shape, texturize, fire, and polish silver clay to reveal a finished jewelry piece. Jan. 17, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $100. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. SAN LUIS OBISPO

“ONE VISIT” POTTERY CLASS This is a great class if you are looking to try out pottery! Throw on the wheel or paint pre-made pottery. Get a student discount with a valid school ID. Fridays, 6-7:30 p.m. $75. (805) 896-6197. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com. ACTOR’S EDGE: ACTING CLASSES Actor’s Edge offers film and television acting training in San Luis Obispo, plus exposure to Los Angeles talent agents. All ages and skill levels welcome. Classes available in SLO, LA, and on zoom. ongoing $210 per month. actorsedge. com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. ALL AGES SCULPTING WITH JOHN ROULLARD John a retired school teacher who patiently guides potters of all ages to sculpt and work on details and design. Saturdays, 1:30-3 p.m. $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. ARTIST RIKI SCHUMACHER AT ART CENTRAL GALLERY Schumacher’s work is pensive and introspective, inspiring one to take a solitary walk on a cloudy day. Wander in to reflect on her “delicious, wistful landscapes.” Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free. (805) 747-4200. artcentralslo.com/gallery-artists/. Art

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Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. BANFF CENTRE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL Join for the exhilarating return of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour — a thrilling celebration of the world’s best mountain and adventure films. Jan. 23, 7 p.m. and Jan. 24, 7 p.m. $29.84-$36.02. fremontslo.com/. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 546-8600. BEYOND THE BASICS OF WATERCOLOR WITH VIRGINIA MACK This is a class for those who love imagining ways to further their visual expressions. A watercolorbased course, but one that branches out into other media. Mondays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $35 per class. (805) 7474200. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. CLUE A madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist, Clue features students from SLO REP’s Academy of Creative Theatre. So whodunit? Fridays, 7-9 p.m., Saturdays, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., Sundays, 2-4 p.m. and Jan. 15, 7-9 p.m. through Jan. 18 $23-$28. (805) 786-2440. slorep.org/shows/clue/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. CREATIVITY DAYS WITH THE SILK ARTISTS OF CALIFORNIA CENTRAL COAST An opportunity to work on your own projects and materials while picking up new skills among friends. Note: this event is held mostly every third Monday (attendees are asked to call or email to confirm ahead of time). Third Monday of every month $5; first session free. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 747-4200. DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL This show brings Dav Pilkey’s hit series to life with music, humor, and heart as Dog Man battles villains in a fun, family-friendly adventure. Jan. 17, 7:30 p.m. (805) 7564849. calpolyarts.org/20252026-season/ dog-man-the-musical. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. DON’T TELL: A SECRET COMEDY SHOW Jan. 24, 8-10 p.m. $74. libertinebrewing. com. Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337.

GELLI PLATE PRINTING WITH CAROLINA LUNA Experience this beginner friendly method of printmaking as Carolina guides you through different ways you can use gel plates and mixed media to create masterpieces. Jan. 24, 1-3:30 p.m. $35. (541) 480-5068. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. IMPROV EXTRAVAGANZA AT THE BUNKER Get ready for a whirlwind of wit, chaos, and unscripted brilliance at Improv Extravaganza—the ultimate showcase of indie improv talent! Jan. 22, 6:15-8 p.m. $12.56. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo. JAMIE LISSOW Hear actor and comedian Jamie Lissow live at the Fremont. Jan. 17, 8 p.m. $39.11-$57.14. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 546-8600. JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY AND ART Owen and Kyoko Hunt from Kyoto, Japan offer classes for Japanese calligraphy (Fridays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.), a Japanese art called “haiga” (Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m.) and more at Nesting Hawk Ranch. Fridays $45. (702) 335-0730. Nesting Hawk Ranch, Call for address, San Luis Obispo. LEARN TO WEAVE MONDAYS An opportunity to learn how a four-shaft loom works. You will get acquainted as a new weaver or as a refresher with lots of tips and tricks. This class includes getting to know a loom, how to prepare/ dress a loom, and much much more. Mondays, 1-4 p.m. $75 monthly. (805) 4418257. Patricia Martin: Whispering Vista Studios, 224 Squire Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, patriciamartinartist.com. MOBILE CLAY CLASSES Offering handbuilding, throwing, and ceramic decorative arts. All ages and abilities are welcome. Call for more info. ongoing (805) 835-5893. hmcruceceramics. com/book-online. SLO County, Various locations countywide, San Luis Obispo. PAINT A PREMADE POTTERY PIECE! Drop into the studio to pick out and paint a premade piece! There is fun for all ages, ARTS continued page 14

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and prices are based upon size. Mondays, Wednesdays-Saturdays, 2-7:30 p.m. $30$75. app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule. php?owner=22676824&appointmentTy pe=35974477. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. REMOUNTED! CUESTA DRAMA PRESENTS: JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Cuesta Drama’s production of James and the Giant Peach returns for three shows only, this time on the CPAC Mainstage! Jan. 16, 7 p.m., Jan. 17, 1 p.m. and Jan. 18, 1 p.m. $15-$25. (805) 546-3198. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. TREVOR WALLACE: THE ALPHA BETA MALE Don’t miss Trevor Wallace, a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor, set to perform at the Fremont. Jan. 18, 7 p.m. $44.78-$57.14. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 546-8600. UBU’S OTHER SHOE STAGED READING: ANTHROPOLOGY In Lauren Gunderson’s Anthropology, a brilliant tech-savvy sister refuses to accept her younger sibling’s mysterious disappearance as a closed case and launches her own investigation. Jan. 23, 7-9 p.m. and Jan. 24, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. $18-$23. (805) 786-2440. slorep. org/shows/staged-reading-fortinbras/ slorep.org/shows/staged-readinganthropology/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. VIRGINIA MACK: BEGINNING WATERCOLOR This is a watercolor class designed to let you jump in and try out this engaging medium through experimentation. It’s designed for beginners and those with watercolor experience who wish to expand their knowledge of painting in watercolors. To enroll please contact Mack via email: vbmack@charter.net Mondays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $35. (805) 747-4200. artcentralslo. com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. WHITNEY PINTELLO: SOLO SHOW On display now through mid-April. ongoing slogallery.com/. SLO Gallery, 1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. YOUTH POTTERY CLASS Teens love this class. Learn handbuilding techniques and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Held every Friday after school. Fridays, 3:30-5 p.m. $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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BEHIND BARBED WIRE REDUX: A GLIMPSE AT CENTRAL COAST JAPANESE AMERICAN LIFE DURING WWII The Opera San Luis Obispo Presents: Behind Barbed Wire Redux - A Glimpse at Central Coast Japanese American Life During WWII. Jan. 23, 7:30-8:45 p.m. $28. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. CLARK CENTER PRESENTS: GARRISON KEILLOR WITH SPECIAL GUEST RICHARD DWORSKY Loyal fans and those new to his audience will be entertained with Garrison Keillor’s quintessential humor, music, poetry, and anecdotes in his classic baritone. Jan. 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $49-$69, Platinum $79; Senior Discounts. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. CLARK CENTER PRESENTS: I’M NOT A COMEDIAN... I’M LENNY BRUCE Critically acclaimed and emotionally charged, I’m Not A Comedian... I’m Lenny Bruce brings the legendary performer’s story to life in a powerful one-man show. Jan. 24, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $45-$65, Platinum $75; Senior Discounts. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. COMMUNITY CRAFT AND PLANT SALE Local artisans and plant vendors invite you to this Grover Beach event, sponsored by The Planted Parlour. Shop houseplants, indoor trees, and more. Jan. 25, 12-3 p.m. Free. (805) 270-4083. theplantedparlour.com/. The Planted Parlour, 592 W Grand Ave., Grover Beach. DOG SEES GOD: CONFESSIONS OF A TEENAGE BLOCKHEAD Don’t miss Bert V. Royal’s Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead, a play that reimagines familiar comic strip characters as a group of high school students facing the realities of adolescence. Jan. 16, 7:30 p.m., Jan. 17, 2:30 & 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 18, 2:30 p.m. $17-$25. my805tix.com. The Studio of Performing Arts, 835 West Grand Ave., Grover Beach. WORKSHOPS AND MORE AT THE LAVRA Check the venue’s calendar for storytelling workshops, lectures, movie nights, and discussions held on a periodic basis. ongoing thelavra.org/ home. The Lavra, 2070 E. Deer Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande.

PCPA PRESENTS WOVEN Powered by an enthralling original score, Woven delivers a vibrant, female-led story about agency, consequence, and the choices that shape us. Jan. 17, 7 p.m. and Jan. 18, 1:30 p.m. $10. pcpa.org/. Severson Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria.

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46TH ANNUAL ECOFARM CONFERENCE Join for the 46th Annual EcoFarm Conference, featuring over 65 skill-building workshops, keynotes, pre-conference events, farm tours, seed swaps, tastings, and networking. Jan. 21-24 eco-farm.org. Asilomar Conference Grounds, 800 Asilomar Ave, Pacific Grove, (831) 200-8006. CAYUCOS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CCAC) MEETING -- PUBLIC SAFETY Join the Cayucos Citizens Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting on public safety at the Cayucos Library. Topics will include illegal fireworks, illegal RV camping, crosswalks, and e-bikes. A Zoom link will be available at the CCAC website. Jan. 24, 1-3 p.m. Cayucos Library, 310 B. St., Cayucos. CENTRAL COAST UECHI-RYU KARATEDO Uechi-Ryu Karate-do is a traditional form of karate originating from Okinawa, Japan. Focus is on fitness, flexibility, and self-defense with emphasis on self -growth, humility, and respect. Open to ages 13 to adult. Beginners and experienced welcome. Instructor with 50 years experience. For info, call 805-215-8806. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, 772-6278, morro-bay.ca.us. CENTRAL COAST WOOD CARVERS Learn the art of wood carving or wood burning. Join Central Coast Wood Carvers in Morro Bay at St. Timothy’s. Open for beginners, intermediate, or advance. Learn a wide range of techniques and skills. Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay, (805) 772-2840, sttimothymorrobay.org/index.html. CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous

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(CoDA) is a Twelve Step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is hybrid (both in person and on Zoom). For information, call 805-900-5237. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. thecambriaconnection.org/. Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria, (805) 927-1654. ENJOY AXE THROWING Enjoy the art of axe throwing in a safe and fun environment. Kids ages 10 and older are welcome with an adult. No personal axes please. Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. $20. (805) 528-4880. baysidemartialarts.com. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. LOS OSOS SUNDAY MEDITATION CLASS Sitting with a supportive group strengthens one’s meditation practice. Join us for a weekly talk on topics related to meditation and consciousness plus silent and guided meditation. Facilitated by Devin Wallace. Beginners welcome. Email devinwalla@gmail.com for more information. Sundays, 10:15 a.m.-11:15 p.m. By donation. (805) 709-2227. inner-workings.com. Central Coast Body Therapy Center, 2005 9th St., Los Osos. MORRO BAY METAPHYSICIANS DISCUSSION GROUP A group of metaphysically minded individuals that have been meeting for many years now in the Coalesce Chapel. Club offers a supportive metaphysical based community. Members discuss a different topic each week. All are welcome to join. Fridays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Suggested donation of $10-$15. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, coalescebookstore.com/. MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Disciplines include advanced athletic performance fitness training, Thai kickboxing, and more. Beginners to advanced students welcome. Day and evening classes offered. MondaysSaturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for more info. (805) 701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. OPEN FLOW: DANCE AND MOVEMENT A community of movers and shakers who come together to express themselves through dance and movement. Inspired by a variety of conscious movement modalities, Open Flow is led by Silvia Suarez and Matt Garrity, embodiment teachers who share a passion for integration through movement exploration. Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

$10 (general), $5 (ages 55 and older). SilviaAthaSomatics.org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, 772-6278. PALE KAI OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB Pale Kai Outrigger Canoe Club is recruiting for the 2026 racing season. Make new friends, stay in shape, and get on the water. Join, train, and race! Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m. and Jan. 24, 9:30-11 a.m. through Feb. 7 Free. palekai. org/joinus. Coleman Park (Morro Bay), 101 Coleman Drive, Morro Bay, (805) 772-6278. SACRED ORACLE CIRCLE Experience candlelight, intention, and presence weave together for an evening of remembrance and revelation. We gather to open the circle, share from the heart, pull oracle cards, notice synchronicities, and listen deeply to the whispers of the Divine Feminine Mystery. Jan. 20, 7:30-9 p.m. $33. my805tix.com. Goddess Temple Central Coast, 550 Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay. SHAMANIC JOURNEY CIRCLE Join the fourth Sunday of every month with Charlotte Eléa, temple founder and shamanic guide, as you embark upon a a journey into the realms of spirit. Jan. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. $37.19. my805tix.com. Goddess Temple Central Coast, 550 Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay. SOCRATES DISCUSSION GROUP Have a topic, book, or article you wish to discuss with interested and interesting people? Join this weekly meeting to discuss it, or simply contribute your experiences and knowledge. Contact Mark Plater for instructions on entering the Chapel area. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon (805) 528-7111. Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. THE WHO’S CLASSIC ROCK OPERA TOMMY FUNDRAISER SCREENING FOR THE ROCK COMMUNITY RADIO The Rock Community Radio is thrilled to announce a special fundraising screening of The Who’s legendary rock opera, Tommy, at the Bay Theatre. Jan. 19, 6 p.m. $15. (805) 769-8458. my805tix.com. Bay Theatre, 464 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

BALANCE FLOW Suitable for all levels. This class is meant to benefit the mindbody connection while emphasizing safe and effective alignment as well as breath awareness and relaxation. Please call to register in advance. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $16-$22; $50 membership.

(805) 434-9605. ttrtennis.com/fitness/ yoga/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton. CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship of men and women. The only requirement for membership is a desire for healthy and loving relationships. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. (805) 221-5755. Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a Twelve Step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Tuesdays, noon-1 a.m. Free. (760) 846-1443. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero. GODDESS GROUP Please join Oracle Owner/Intuitive Medium, Tiffany Klemz, for this twice monthly, Goddess Group. The intention of this group is to curate connection, inspiration, unity, and empowerment. Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. $11. (805) 464-2838. oracleatascaderoca.com. Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero. GUIDED MEDITATION WITH KAREN LEARY AT AWAKENING WAYS Experience guided meditations every Wednesday evening in a supportive space. Connect with your inner self and discover peace, healing, and self-awareness. Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. (805) 391-4465. awakeningways.org. Awakening Ways Center for Spiritual Living, 7350 El Camino Real, Ste. 101, Atascadero. HAMBLY LAVENDER FARM GUIDED EXPERIENCE This one-hour walk about the farm immerses you in the processes of growing, harvesting, and drying this fragrant herb. Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m. my805tix.com. Hambly Farms, 1390 Grana Place, San Miguel. INTRODUCTORY SCUBA CLASS Join for two hours of introductory scuba instruction in the new TTR pool! Gear is included. Participants must be 10 years or older. Jan. 17, 1-3 p.m. $150 for members / $170 guests. (805) 434-9605. ttrtennis.com/aquatics/discoverscuba/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton. NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. (805) 4412164. North County Connection, 8600 CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 15

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JANUARY 15 - JANUARY 25, 2026 pet-loving kids! Care Crew members will join us in filling Kongs for our canines, crafting pet toys, and creating art. Sundays, 2-3:30 p.m. $5. (805) 543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org/ youth-programs. Calling all crafty, caring, pet-loving kids! Care Crew members will have the opportunity to join us in filling Kongs, making pet toys, and creating artwork. Sundays, 2-3:30 p.m. $5. (805) 543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org. Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo.

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Sami Rouissi will hit the stage at McPrice Myers Wine Company on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 2 to 5 p.m. Enjoy a live performance from Rouissi, a singer-songwriter from Nice, France, while relaxing under the Paso Robles oak trees with wine in hand. Rouissi will perform a blend of folk, soul, blues, and pop-rock. Learn more about the show and pricing at mcpricemyers.com. —A.S. CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 14

Atascadero Ave., Atascadero. SANTA LUCIA ROCKHOUNDS MEETING Bring your favorite rock, gem, crystal, fossil, etc., to show the rest of the club. Third Monday of every month, 7 p.m. slrockhounds.org/. Templeton Community Center, 601 S. Main St., Templeton. SAN LUIS OBISPO

30-DAY BREATH AND RESET JOURNEY FOR WOMEN Wired at night, drained all day? Reset your body in 30 days. Focus on breath practices to calm stress, sleep deeply, and restore lasting energy.

Registration is required. Tuesdays, 6:307:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. (805) 235-7978. charvetgratefulbody.com. Live Webinar, online, SLO County. ASTRONOMY NIGHT AND STARGAZING AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDENS WITH CENTRAL COAST ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Join Central Coast Astronomical Society (CCAS) for an evening of stargazing at the SLO Botanical Garden. Explore the night sky with telescopes and guided viewing. Jan. 24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. (805) 541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Gardens, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd, San Luis Obispo. CARE CREW Calling all crafty, caring,

CENTRAL COAST POLYAMORY Hosting a discussion group featuring different topics relating to ethical non-monogamy every month. Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. galacc.org/ events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. COMMUNITY LAUNCH EVENTMAWTINI: ARAB AMERICAN NARRATIVES OF HOME AND BELONGING Connect with our local Arab American community through oral histories, an interactive installation, food, theatre, and roundtable discussion. Jan. 24, 3-6 p.m. Free. (805) 459-2055. my805tix.com. Cal Poly Kennedy Library First Floor Gallery, 1 Grand Ave. Building 35, San Luis obispo. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY Be ‘At The Table With Dr. King’ through music, poetry, historical video footage, and Dr. King’s own words. Jan. 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. (805)619-5354. naacpslocty.org. Agape Church, 950 Laureate Ln., San Luis Obispo. FREE TOURS OF THE MISSION Tour San Luis Obispo’s Spanish Mission, founded in 1772. Come learn its history and importance to the development of this area. Tours are led by docents and meet in front of the church Sundays, 2:30 p.m. and Mondays-Saturdays, 1:15 p.m. Free. (805) 550-7713. missionslodocents.org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC THE GATHERING Friday Night Magic is where legends rise! Bring your deck, meet fellow Planeswalkers, and battle it out in epic MTG duels. Fun, prizes, glory! Fridays. through May 2 Free. (805) 544-6366. facebook.com/even ts/592253119822089/592256636488404. Captain Nemo Games, 565 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo. FRIENDS OF THE ARROYO GRANDE LIBRARY ART AUCTION The first ever art auction fundraiser for Friends of the AG Library is now live. Includes work by local artist Ellen November. Every 30 days, 9 a.m. Various. (310) 384-6912. app.galabid. com/aglibrary/items. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. GALA PRIDE AND DIVERSITY CENTER BOARD MEETING (VIA ZOOM) Monthly meeting of the Gala Pride and Diversity Center Board of Directors. Meets virtually via Zoom and is open to members of the public. Visit galacc.org/events to fill out the form to request meeting access. Third Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. No admission fee. galacc.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. HUMAN TRAFFICKING 101 This course is a “Human Trafficking 101” lesson presented by a representative of the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office. Officer J.T. Camp will discuss the crime of human trafficking, aspects of human trafficking, and the subculture. You will be briefed on what human trafficking on the Central Coast actually looks like. Jan. 21, 1-3 p.m. $12. my805tix. com. Oddfellows Hall, 520 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 544-0876. LGBTQ+ FED THERAPIST LEAD SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A pro-recovery group offering space to those seeking peer support, all stages of ED recovery. We understand recovery isn’t linear and judgment-free support is crucial. Share, listen, and be part of a community building up each

other. Third Wednesday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION (ONLINE MEETING) Zoom series hosted by TMHA. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 270-3346. MOONLIGHT HOURS Since reopening in 2008, the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum has offered free hours, Moonlight Hours, the third Thursday of each month. Experience the wonder and get more info at the link. Third Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Free. (805) 544-KIDS. slocm.org/moonlight-hours. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. OFFSHORE DRILLING EXPANSION: SLO ACTION SOCIAL Participate in an in-person community gathering to learn more about and take action opposing the offshore drilling in our region. Jan. 16, 4:30-7 p.m. Free. bit.ly/slo-actionsocial. Location Revealed Upon Registering, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-0597. PLUG-IN TO LOCAL CLIMATE ACTION Get inspired by local action, connect with others, and discover more ways to get involved with the SLO Climate Coalition. Attend virtually or in-person. Sustainable snacks and childcare will be provided. Third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m. sloclimatecoalition.org/events/. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo. PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR Puppies (10 weeks to 5 months old) will learn appropriate play style with other pups, acceptable manners with people, tolerance for gentle restraints, confidence with the approach of friendly strangers, and more. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m. $25. (805) 543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org/training/.

Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo. Q YOUTH GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) This is a social support group for LGBTQ+ and questioning youth between the ages of 11-18. Each week the group explores personal, cultural, and social identity. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. galacc. org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership skills in a supportive and positive environment? During COVID, we are meeting virtually. Contact us to get a meeting link for info. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. slonoontime.toastmastersclubs.org. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID. SLO PHILATELIC SOCIETY The SLO Philatelic Society (SLOPS) meets at the SLO Senior Center on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Visitors are welcome. Third Tuesday of every month, 1-3 p.m. SLO Senior Center, 1445 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 540-9484, slocity.org/seniors. SLO RETIRED ACTIVE MEN MONTHLY GET-TOGETHERS SLO RAMs is a group of retirees that get together just for the fun, fellowship, and to enjoy programs which enhance the enjoyment, dignity, and independence of retirement. Third Tuesday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $31 luncheon. retiredactivemen.org/. Madonna Inn Garden Room, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo. STAY YOUNG WITH QI GONG Qi Gong boosts energy and vitality, reduces stress, improves balance and flexibility, and, best of all, is fun. Join instructor Devin Wallace for this outdoor class which is held in a beautiful setting. Call or email before attending. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. $12. Crows End Retreat, 6430 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo. CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 17

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Paso Robles Taco Fest & Tacos & Vatos Car Show

Various Locations

Estrella Warbird Museum, Paso Robles

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40th Annual Renaissance Festival

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 22-24

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Santa Margarita Ranch

Laguna Lake Park, SLO

Friday Night Improv

Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead

LSD & the Search for God

VHS Fest 2.0

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 835 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 Humdinger Brewing, SLO

New Beginnings

Human Trafficking 101

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 The Pour House, Paso Robles

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 The Bunker SLO

Knights Templar Presentation

Wealth, Women & Woo

Bob & Wendy

The Who’s Rock Opera, ‘Tommy’ Fundraiser MONDAY, JANUARY 19 Bay Theatre, Morro Bay

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 ACi Jet, SLO

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Odd Fellows Hall, SLO

Giafunni’s Comedy in January

Still Got It

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 The Anderson Paso, Paso Robles

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 Crows End Retreat, SLO

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 The Bunker SLO

Improv Extravaganza

Dance Party

Babes Against the Machine

Mawtini-Arab American Narratives SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Cal Poly Library, SLO

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Giavanni’s Pizza, Santa Maria

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 Nexus SLO Ballroom DC, SLO

From the Stage Showcase

Science After Dark January

Improv Festival Kick-Off Jam

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 The Bunker SLO

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 San Luis Obispo Grange Hall

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

Monte Mills & The Lucky Horseshoe Band

The Freddie Ravel Trio

Award-Winning Film Screening: Immediate Family

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 Pismo Beach Veteran’s Memorial

Millennial Singles Social

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 3546 Skyway Dr, Santa Maria

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, SLO

One Day Improv Festival

SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 San Luis Obispo Grange Hall

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MONDAY, JANUARY 26 Bay Theatre, Morro Bay

Jagg with The Airwaves & Ultraviolets SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 The Bunker SLO

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Humdinger Brewing, SLO

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 San Luis Obispo Public Market

The Love Show

Jeff Livingstone Band w/Brock Van Pelt

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 835 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Club Car Bar, Templeton

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STILL GOT IT This is a two-hour, musicdriven movement experience. We’ll use hip hop, bass, and dancehall-inspired music along with simple movement to explore the therapeutic power of shaking and moving energy through our bodies to release stress, wake up joy, and reconnect to your inner world. Jan. 25, 2-4 p.m. $48.98. my805tix.com. Nexus Ballroom D.C., 3845 S. Higuera St. (Lower Level), San Luis Obispo, (805) 904-7428. SUNDAY EVENING RAP LGBTQ+ AA GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of folks from all walks of life who together, attain and maintain sobriety. Requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Email aarapgroup@gmail.com for password access. Sundays, 7-8 p.m. No fee. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. TEEN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP Learn more about mental health and coping skills to help you through your journey towards wellness and recovery. Thursdays, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. (805) 540-6576. t-mha.org. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. TOUR THE HISTORIC OCTAGON BARN CENTER The Octagon Barn, built in 1906, has a rich history that The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County looks forward to sharing with visitors. Please RSVP. Fourth Sunday of every month, 2-2:45 & 3-3:45 p.m. Tours are free; donations are appreciated. Octagon Barn Center, 4400 Octagon Way, San Luis Obispo, (805) 544-9096, octagonbarn.org. WEALTH, WOMEN & WOO Join Beth McGill, author, hypnotherapist and energy practitioner for a transformative journey into abundance. This workshop blends financial wisdom with spiritual insight, guiding you to release money blocks and embody prosperity through breath, movement, and intention. Jan. 18, 1-5 p.m. $77. my805tix.com. Crows End Retreat, 6430 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo. WOMEN MEAN BUSINESS MASTERMIND: NEW BEGINNINGS This Mastermind is an exciting and collaborative evening with like-minded women who are passionate and serious about building their businesses and supporting one another! We’ll dive deep into crafting a roadmap and setting S.M.A.R.T. goals for the new year. Jan. 20, 5:45-7:30 p.m. $28.62. my805tix.com. ACI Jet, 4751 Aviadores Way, San Luis Obispo, (805) 555-1212. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

ADVENTURES WITH NATURE: OCEANO’S BEAVERS Join State Park Docent Dan to learn about Oceano’s beavers and enjoy a walk around Oceano Lagoon. Space is limited. RSVP by calling the number provided. Jan. 17, 10 a.m.-noon Free. (805) 474-2664. centralcoastparks.org/awn/. Oceano Dunes Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave., Oceano.

JANUARY 15 - JANUARY 25, 2026 BEGINNING BALLET FOR ADULTS Enjoy the grace and flow of ballet. No previous experience needed. Wednesdays, 5:156:15 p.m. $12 drop-in; $40 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach. BODY FUSION/EXERCISE AND FITNESS CLASS Do something good for yourself and stay fit for outdoor sports, while enhancing flexibility, strengthening your core to prevent lower back issues, improving your posture through yoga, and more. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Free. (970) 710-1412. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, avilabeachcc.com. DANCE FITNESS ART AND CULTURE FOR ADULTS Discover dance as a form of artistic expression and exercise, using a wide range of styles and genres of music (including modern, jazz, Broadway, ethnic). Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach. MULTICULTURAL DANCE CLASS FOR ADULTS Experience dance from continents around the earth, including from Africa, Europe, and more. Described as “a wonderful in-depth look at the context and history of cultures of the world.” Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach. NIPOMO SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIP SIGN-UP & POTLUCK Bring a dish to share and join for a potluck, along with general meeting updates and local informative guest speakers. Third Wednesday of every month, 12:30-2 p.m. (805) 929-1615. nipomoseniorcenter.org. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St, Nipomo.

CLUB CAR BAR TRIVIA WITH DR. RICKY Teams of one to six people welcome. Visit site for more info. Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main St., Templeton.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS A docent-led tour of the buildings and grounds of the historic Point San Luis Light Station. Check website for more details. Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

SOUND BATH & WINE SOCIAL Unwind with our first tasting-room sound bath, featuring crystal bowls, chimes, harps, and gongs—plus your first glass of wine or NA beverage. Jan. 24, 10-11 a.m. $45. (805) 237-1245. exploretock.com. McPrice Myers Wine Company, 3525 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles.

WEEKLY WATER SAFETY LESSONS Facility advertised as open and safe. Give the office a call to register over the phone. Mondays-Fridays $160$190. (805) 481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.

TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in the courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas. Menu typically includes barbacoa, chicken, and pastor tacos, as well as shrimp ceviche tostadas. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. (805) 460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero.

SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS

SWAP-N-SWAP CLOTHING EVENT Head to this clothing swap and shop event. Exchange a bag of clean ready to wear and select a bag of new-to-you, or shop. Cash donations are welcome! Jan. 18, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and Jan. 19, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. & 6-7:30 p.m. Free. (805) 937-4974. Orcutt Presbyterian Church, 993 Patterson Road, Orcutt, orcuttpres.org.

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BREAKFAST ON THE BAY A monthly occasion that brings together the passionate citizens and business owners of the greater Estero Bay region in one place to deepen connections and share information. Breakfast is included with ticket price. Third Wednesday of every month, 7:30-9 a.m. $20 per member; $25 per non-member. (805) 772-4467. morrochamber.org. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay. MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET Get fresh and veggies, fruit, baked goods, sweets, and handmade artisan crafts. Come have some fun with your local farmers and artisans and enjoy delicious eats while enjoying the fresh breeze of Morro Bay. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Varies. (805) 824-7383. morrobayfarmersmarket.com. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.

Brass Mash First Friday

Zoe Basha with Miss Leo

Somatic Magic Retreat

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Liquid Gravity Brewing Co, SLO

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 508 S. Main St, Templeton

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 6430 Squire Ct, SLO

Joyful Rhythms Drum Circle

Propagation Station Class

Trestles & The Dirty Turkeys

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Gala Pride & Diversity Center, SLO

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12 The Pottery Atascadero

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Libertine Brewing Co, SLO

Mininova-Love Will Conquer All

Raise Your Glass Pink Tribute

The Last Romance

NORTH SLO COUNTY

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Gathering House at UCC, SLO

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 The Pour House, Paso Robles

FRIDAY, FEB 13 - SUNDAY, FEB 15 By the Sea Productions, Morro Bay

Savage Master

SweetHart Dance

Roy Orbison Returns

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Humdinger Brewing, SLO

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Cambria Veteran’s Memorial Hall

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Templeton Performing Arts Center

Chamber Concert with Robert Theis

A Wine Country Valentine

SLO Craft Beer Fest

SAN LUIS OBISPO

DOWNTOWN SLO FARMERS MARKET Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo. SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo. ∆

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Trinity United Methodist, Los Osos

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 LIBRETTO, Paso Robles

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Alex Madonna Expo Center, SLO

Santa Barbara Winter Wedding Expo

Renaissance, Baroque & Beyond: Sacred & Profane

Central Coast Jazz Guitar Fest!

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 Santa Barbara Women’s Club

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 United Methodist Church, SLO

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 Santa Ynez Valley Marriott, Buellton

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SLO County Restauran

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2026

PASO ROBLES

Enjoy a hearty three-course Restaurant Month menu featuring a warm, comforting starter, your choice of bold, house-smoked entrées loaded with fresh flavor, and a rich, indulgent dessert to finish. Savor the signature, smoky taste that makes Jack’s a local staple. Availability: 11 AM – 8:30 PM • Price: $40

Paso Terra Bistro is proud to be your go to restaurant for International Cuisine, Happy Hour and Catering needs. Enjoy our $35 January meal with 3 courses. Salad, Entree and Dessert. Pic: Herb Roasted Chicken with Brown Sugar Sage sauce.

1902 Creston Road (805) 296-3355 JacksPasoGrill.com

1032 Pine Street (805) 286-4002 PasoTerraBistro.com

TEMPLETON

ATASCADERO

Experience a rich three-course dinner for Restaurant Month, featuring your choice of a standout starter, a signature main, and a decadent dessert. Join us this January and savor bold flavors and the inviting, handcrafted spirit of Barley & Boar. Availability: 4 PM – 8:30 PM • Price: $40

509 South Main Street (805) 434-5500 JacksTempletonGrill.com

5925 Entrada Avenue (805) 460-6369 BarleyandBoar.com

ATASCADERO

Enjoy an unforgettable three-course Restaurant Month dinner featuring a delicious starter, a thoughtfully prepared main course, and a decadent dessert finale. Celebrate Restaurant Month with us and experience refined flavors paired with warm hospitality throughout your evening. Availability: 5 PM – 9 PM • Price: $40

Indulge in a delicious three-course dinner featuring your choice of a flavorful starter, a hearty entrée, and a decadent dessert finale. Join us this January as we celebrate Restaurant Month with warm hospitality and classic dishes crafted with care. Availability: 4 PM – 8:30 PM • Price: $45

6400 El Camino Real (805) 538-9517 CieloAtascadero.com

8783 El Camino Real (805) 460-0193 GuestHouseGrill.com

ATASCADERO

JACK’S BAR & GRILL

CIELO

JONNYBOY’S BAGELRY & JEWISH DELICATESSEN

Come visit Atascadero’s only bagelry & Jewish deli! All month long, enjoy one of our sandwiches, an 8oz side of our house-made potato salad, a Dr. Brown’s soda of your choosing, and a chocolate-dipped coconut macaroon for $30

PASO TERRA BISTRO

BARLEY & BOAR

GUEST HOUSE GRILL

KULA HAWAIIAN KITCHEN

Discover Kula Hawaiian Kitchen’s elevated comfort food, featuring fresh island ingredients and the spirit of aloha. For just $30, choose from four tempting appetizers and seven savory entrees. Indulge in authentic Hawaiian flavors, beautifully presented in a warm, inviting setting. Visit today and taste the islands, in style! Valid for dine-in only.

Kula Hawaiian

5935 Entrada Avenue (805) 464-2159 • @jonnyboysbagelry

6200 El Camino Real • (805) 519-8200 KulaHawaiianKitchen.com

SAN LUIS OBISPO

All month long, San Luis Obispo’s vibrant food scene comes alive with special menus and unique deals at participating local restaurants. Whether you’re craving innovative new dishes, classic favorites with a fresh twist, or a full multi-course meal, there’s something delicious waiting for you. Come savor the best of SLO while supporting the chefs, kitchens, and community that make our culinary scene so exceptional.

Restaurant Month just got a little wilder. Celebrate with bold, untamed, and unapologetically flavorful dishes at Feral Kitchen & Lounge. Join us this January and sink your teeth into a threecourse lineup crafted for those who crave something a little wilder. Availability: 3 PM – 9 PM • Price: $35

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SAN LUIS OBISPO

Enjoy a memorable dining experience from our Special Featured Menu at our Pisco Bar, Creekside Patio, or Cevice Bar. 1. Three Appetizers $35 2. Two Appetizers & Two Pisco Drinks $40 3. One Appetizer, Main Course & a small Dessert $50 Located in the heart of Downtown SLO.

Discover the all-new Marcerro, a Central Coast dining destination set against rolling hills and sweeping views of where land meets sea. Enjoy a $50 prix fixe dinner showcasing locally sourced ingredients – starting with a Tuna Tartare Taco or Black Garlic Kale Caesar, followed by Duck Confit Pappardelle or Steak Frites, and Chef’s Choice dessert. Fresh, seasonal cooking made to share. Available at 4 PM daily.

746 Higuera St, Suite 6 (creekside dining) (805) 668-6711 • IG: @kikorestaurantslo

2990 Dairy Creek Road (805) 316-6535 • Marcerro.com

KIKO PERUVIAN RESTAURANT & PISCO BAR

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$78 PER PERSON Indies & Eats Ox & Anchor Restaurant Month The Taste of Things Jan 8th, 10th, 11th Big Night Jan 15th, 17th, 18th Holy Cow! & The Best Chef in the World Jan 22nd, 24th, 25th Fantastic Fungi Jan 29th, 31st, Feb 1st *menus & wine partners to be determined the week before *3 course menu $78.00

Steak Frites & Eberle Syrah Petite Filet Mignon, Crispy Frites Eberle Steinbeck Syrah “Bordelaise” $42

877 Palm Street (805) 234-9968 OxAndAnchor.com

877 Palm Street (805) 234-9969 piadinaslo.com · Open 4–9pm

SAN LUIS OBISPO

AVILA BEACH

Delivering the authentic taste of Italy with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Pizza Republic invites you to enjoy 15% off any 16” pizza when you mention “New Times” while ordering during Restaurant Month.

Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu for $60 Choose a Starter, Entrée, and Dessert from 10 unique dishes featuring garden-to-table and locally sourced ingredients. Served 5–9 PM, January 4–31. Hot tip: Warm up with a mineral springs soak before or after dinner for the perfect night!

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PIZZA REPUBLIC

PIADINA

The Perfect Pairing Eberle Steinbeck Syrha $14/Glass $55/Bottle

THE GARDENS OF AVILA RESTAURANT

3810 Broad Street Suite 3 (805) 543-4825 PizzaRepublicSLO.com

1215 Avila Beach Drive (805) 595-7302 • SycamoreSprings.com

AVILA BEACH

SAN LUIS OBISPO & PISMO BEACH

Two meals and two soft drinks for only $30! Includes your choice of a Cheeseburger or 3-Piece Fish, served with your favorite side: fries, chowder, or rings. Just say “New Times” when you order to get the deal! Available Monday–Sunday, open to close.

“THE PACK IS BACK, Jan 1-31 We are offering 15% off select combo meals. Get a specialty burger or sandwich. Choice of side: fries, onion rings, or salad, and a drink!

THE CUSTOM HOUSE

COOL CAT CAFE

**Discount excludes: double and triple burgers, The Burger of the Month, and alcoholic beverages.”

404 Front Street (805) 595-7555

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Arts ARTIFACTS Part dog, part man, all hero

Who is Dog Man? From the mind of author Dav Pilkey, Dog Man is the result of a life-saving surgery after Greg the police dog and his cop companion were injured on the job. Pilkey has released more than a dozen Dog Man books available online from The Scholastic Store, but his characters also form the basis of the kid-friendly show Dog Man: The Musical, presented by Cal Poly Arts at the Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Jan. 17 (2 p.m.; 6 and older; $28.40 to $59 at calpolyarts.org). Adapted from the books Dog Man, Dog Man Unleashed, Dog Man a Tale of Two Kitties, and Dog Man Lord of the Fleas, the musical follows Dog Man as he tries to be a good boy and save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of Beasty Buildings. “Can he catch Petey, the world’s most evil cat, who has cloned himself to exact revenge on the doggy do-gooder?” organizers asked. “And will George and Harold finish their show before lunchtime? Find out in this epic musical adventure.” The book and lyrics are by Kevin Del Aguila, music by Brad Alexander, and original direction and choreography by Jen Wineman.

Insect-led adventure

James Henry Trotter has it rough. His parents are dead, and he lives with his awful aunts Sponge and Spiker—two of the meanest people on earth. But then something wonderful happens. A peach on a tree in his garden begins to grow, and grow, and grow, and inside are seven unusual insects ready to take James on adventures. The stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s children’s classic James and the Giant Peach returns to the main stage of Cuesta College’s Cultural and Performing Arts Center on Friday, Jan. 16 (7 p.m.), and Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 17 and 18 (1 p.m.; $25 general or $15 for children 12 and under at tickets.cuesta.edu). Originally mounted last October in the CPAC’s Experimental Theater, the play was recently selected to compete at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival regional competition—one of just four selected plays—in Glendale from Feb. 10 to 14. Cuesta has also launched a crowdfunding campaign to offset “production, travel, lodging, and transportation expenses,” according to the college. “All donations are being matched dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000, doubling the impact of each gift and helping ensure every student can participate in this once-in-alifetime opportunity.” The donation site is givelively. org, but the easiest way there is to plug “Cuesta Foundation donation James and the Giant Peach” into Google. Δ —Glen Starkey

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Dinner and a movie Indies + Eats returns with new films and food

ow in its fourth year, the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival’s (SLOIFF) popular Indies + Eats series is back with new food-related independent films screened at the Palm Theatre paired with three-course prix fixe menus curated by Executive Chef Ryan Fancher at Hotel SLO’s Ox + Anchor. “It originally started before we were even running the [Palm Theatre],” SLOIFF Executive Director Skye McLennan explained. “We were looking for ways to have some year-round programming at the theater and do something outside of the film festival. We came up with the idea to have movies and food pairings, and we had a really good relationship with Hotel SLO. They were like, ‘We’d love to do something like that,’ and it manifested from there.” McLennan works with the Palm Theatre’s Repertory Programmer Ryan Burr to select the films, then Fancher watches each film and constructs a menu and wine pairings inspired by what he observes. The menu for last week’s offering, the 2023 French film The Taste of Things, included dishes the characters created in the film. “This was an easy one because there was a ton of delicious food,” Fancher explained. “After doing some research and watching the movie, the food was so on point, so classically, technically correct. I found out that Pierre Gagnaire, one of the most famous French chefs of our time, actually consulted on the movie, and he did all the food. People want to see the food from the movie on the plate, that’s for sure. That’s one of the most important ingredients, so to speak.” This week’s indie feature is co-writer and codirector Stanley Tucci’s 1996 film Big Night (R, 109 min.), set in 1950s New Jersey about two brothers (Tucci and Tony Shalhoub) running a struggling Italian restaurant that needs to create an evening of incredible food to compete with a rival restaurant. They hope to put their restaurant on the map by luring Italian American singer Louie Prima to dine there, attracting him with a showstopping timpano—a complicated baked pasta dish.

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Feast for the eyes, ears, and palate!

Indies + Eats pairs independent films screened at the Palm Theatre with a three-course prix fixe dinner served at Hotel SLO’s Ox + Anchor, on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays through Feb. 1. Visit hotel-slo.com/ events/indies+eats to see the pairings. Call (805) 234-9968 for dinner reservations and be sure to mention Indies + Eats. Buy movie tickets at thepalmtheatre.com/tickets.

“I’m going to be honest with you,” Fancher said. “We passed up this movie for three years. This has been the No. 1 requested movie, and I finally have the courage this year to do that dish. That’s going to be NEXT UP Stanley Tucci, Marc Anthony, and Tony Shalhoub star in the the big challenge. I think we’re 1996 film Big Night, screening as part of Indies + Eats on Jan. 8, 10, and 11, going to go small individual in the Palm Theatre. format on that, but we’re going min.), a nature documentary about the fascinating to go for it. I’ve ordered some world of mushrooms. pasta from a local purveyor. We’re going to make “I try not to get too far ahead of my skis on these some fresh pasta to wrap around it. We worked it movies because, you know, we’re all evolving and all out with [Hotel SLO co-owner] Paulo [Petrone] changing every day,” Fancher explained, “so the today. I think we have a game plan, so, cross your inspiration hasn’t quite come to me. There’s a famous fingers and pray for me on that one.” mushroom purveyor, Connie Green, up in the Napa Next week’s film is Holy Cow! (2024, 90 min.) Valley, who I’ve known for a long time, who we might from France, about an 18-year-old orphan try to partner with. She does huckleberries and truffle (Clément Faveau) who, to provide for his sister, butter and all kinds of cool stuff.” enters a Comté cheese making contest to win a McLennan noted that filmgoers are not required 30,000 Euro prize. The evening will open with to attend the $78 prix fixe dinner the short film The Best Chef in nor are diners required to attend the World (2022, 21 min.), about the Indies + Eats screenings. famed Napa Valley restaurant The “We try to offer a lot of Send gallery, stage, French Laundry, run by legendary flexibility for you to watch,” and cultrual festivities to chef Thomas Keller. The arts@newtimesslo.com. McLennan said. “We screen each restaurant was founded by Sally movie three days and the menu is Schmitt, and the film includes available three days. Some people an emotional interview she gave choose to just do the dinner and don’t go see the shortly before her death in March 2022. movie.” “She was the founder and the original chef at The “I think that it’s a great opportunity as far as French Laundry,” Fancher noted, “so for that pairing value to go to a really nice restaurant and get a we’ll be able to do some creative stuff because I got a three-course meal that’s absolutely fantastic,” chance to spend some time in that kitchen. I worked at The Laundry from 2001 to 2004. Holy Cow! is more McLennan continued. “But I also think it’s a really fun pairing—food and film—and doing them both. about a young kid who has lost his way, a ruffian, but Having that experience is special, it’s unique, and it’s about a specific region in France that makes only we only do it for a short time each year.” one kind of cheese, Comté.” If you go, restaurant reservations are highly He’s still working on that menu and the menu recommended, and you should mention Indies + for the series’ final film, Fantastic Fungi (2019, 81 Eats; $10 of each prix fixe meal COURTESY PHOTO BY TANVEER BADAL benefits the SLOIFF, which is scheduled for April 23 to 28. Movie tickets must be purchased separately. “Our approach at Hotel SLO is about camaraderie and partnerships,” Fancher concluded. “This stemmed from a beautiful partnership with the film fest, donations to the film fest, and caring for the beautiful Palm Theatre, which is our neighbor. Our guests get to appreciate it. The movie theater appreciates it. It’s special.” ∆

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irector Bradley Cooper (A Star Is Born, Maestro) helms this dramedy he co-wrote with leading man Will Arnett and Mark Chappell about Alex (Arnett), who turns to IS THIS THING ON? stand-up comedy as What’s it rated? R a way to cope with his What’s it worth, Anna? Full price dissolving marriage to What’s it worth, Glen? Full price Tess (Laura Dern). The Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre story is loosely inspired by the life of British comedian John Bishop. (124 min.) Glen My motto has always been that love is not a feeling, it’s a decision. I’ve heard longtime couples say over the course of their relationship, they’ve fallen in and out of love with each other multiple times. In Alex and Tess’ case, their relationship has gone flat. It’s not that they don’t love each other or love their two boys, Felix (Blake Kane) and Jude (Calvin Knegten); they’re just not “in love” with each other, and they harbor some resentments. At one point, Tess explains that they stopped “having each other’s backs.” As Alex later notes, he wasn’t unhappy with their marriage, he was unhappy in their marriage. And there’s the rub. If you’re expecting your partner to make you happy, you’re bound for disappointment. You need to bring your happiness to the marriage. Everyone needs to be responsible for their own happiness, and what this story is about is Alex and Tess learning to find their joy. Anna Alex finds stand-up as a way to navigate the loss and changes he’s going through. He talks about Tess onstage, about his boys, about what life is when you are suddenly all alone. The film opens with Tess saying she thinks they should “call it” and Alex passively agreeing. The two are determined to be present parents, but jealousies and competition can’t help but creep up. It turns out Tess was an Olympic volleyball player, and her retirement hit harder than she expected. Alex didn’t know

LEMONS TO LEMONADE Will Arnett stars as Alex, a man who turns to stand-up comedy to cope with his dissolving marriage, in Is This Thing On?, screening at Downtown Centre.

how to support her, and instead of seeking answers, he drifted further away. The film sort of reminded me of Funny People in that it highlighted that very funny people can live very unfunny, unhappy lives. Ultimately sweet and sentimental without being cloying, this is a story of imperfection and about finding the beauty within that. Glen Alex needed a drink and wandered up to a bar with a $15 cash-only cover for comedy night, and he didn’t have the cash, so he signed up to perform. Alex is not a great comic, but he’s genuine and vulnerable, and that seems to appeal to the audience. As he returns for more time behind the mic, some of the other regulars who sign up to do comedy at the famed Comedy Cellar—reallife comics such as Chloe Radcliffe, Jordan Jensen, and Reggie Conquest—take Alex under their wings, and soon he’s carrying around a notebook to write down potential jokes. Meanwhile, Tess turns to coaching.

hen Simon Greene (James Nesbitt) gets a tip that his estranged daughter, Paige (Ellie de Lange), is busking at a local park, he rushes over to find the young, troubled girl. When Paige met her boyfriend, Aaron Corval (Thomas Flynn), she adopted his bad habits, one of which was drug addiction. A confrontation with Aaron at the park puts Simon in the spotlight, a viral video sweeps the community, and when Aaron turns up dead, Simon is the chief suspect as Detective Fagbenle (Alfred Enoch) and partner Ruby Todd (Amy Gledhill) dig into what happened.

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Both these characters are finding their mojo again, and they’re also falling back in love. Bradley Cooper, who plays a perpetually stoned struggling actor named Balls, is Alex’s bestie, and he’s the film’s comic foil. It’s all pretty charming as we root for these two to save their relationship. Anna Cooper also directed the film and does a fine job of leaving some of the rawness in it. Arnett’s Alex is raw too, and hurting, and profoundly lost at sea. The bitterness can’t help but creep in, and when things in life are at their most painful, it’s fully evident in his comedy set. This film isn’t about big revelations, it’s about puzzling out life and what it means to be happy or unhappy, fulfilled or empty, and finding a spark of joy in our darkest days. ∆

MISSING Private detective Elena Ravenscroft (Ruth Jones) works to help distraught father Simon Greene (James Nesbitt) locate his drug-addicted missing daughter, in the thorny, twisty Run Away, streaming on Netflix.

What’s it rated? PG When? 1975 Where’s it showing? The Bay Theatre, Monday, Jan. 19 (doors at 5 p.m., screening at 6; $17.91 at my805tix.com)

irector Ken Russell (The Devils, Altered States, The Rainbow) co-wrote with Pete Townshend and The Who this epic 1975 rock opera about a psychosomatically “deaf, dumb, and blind boy” (Roger Daltry) who becomes a master pinball player and later head of a cult. The film also stars Oliver Reed, Ann-Margret, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Jack Nicholson, Robert Powell, and Tina Turner. The film is being screened as a fundraiser for The Rock Community Radio, Morro Bay’s independent station. “This is more than just a movie night; it’s a celebration of classic rock and community,” The Rock founder Hal Abrams announced. “Every ticket purchased helps keep the airwaves open for unique, local, and diverse programming that The Rock Community Radio provides. We can’t wait to share

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Nashville Singersongwriter Priscilla Block turns pain into empowerment

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riscilla Block won me over with “Couldn’t Care Less” off her second full-length album, Things You Didn’t See. She’s so vulnerable on the track, and it turns out to be the perfect response to the judgmental haters out there. “I posted a picture, and it got a bunch of likes/ That ‘she should lose weight’ comment kept me up all night/ I hit reply and made a little light of what they said/ Like I couldn’t care less// Walked the carpet, sat a couple rows up from the stage/ Hoping I would hear mine, then they said a different name/ I was clapping, laughing, smiling, standing in a sparkly dress/ Like I couldn’t care less// Ooh, like it don’t mean something/ Ooh, like to me, it’s nothing/ Like I do my best to tune it out, shut the door/ Like I couldn’t care less/ Hell, I couldn’t care more.” Block, 30, a native of Raleigh, North Carolina, moved to Nashville after high school and did what a lot of hopefuls do— second guessed herself and contemplated moving home and giving up. Then in 2020, her song “Just About Over You” went viral on TikTok, leading to a record deal with Mercury Nashville. Her debut full-length, Welcome to the Block Party (2022), reached 39 on the U.S. Country Charts. In 2021, The Academy of Country Music Awards nominated her for New Female Artist of the Year. She didn’t win. In 2022, the CMT Music Awards nominated her video for “Just About Over You” for Breakthrough Video of the Year. It didn’t win. In 2023, The Academy of Country Music Awards again nominated her for New Female Artist of the Year. She didn’t win. “Hell, I couldn’t care more,” indeed. She’s an artist on the rise that still hasn’t quite hit, but she deserves to. Her mix of country, pop, and Southern rock is super catchy. She calls her sound “a little sass, a little trash, and a little sad.” With songs like “Thick Thighs” and “PMS,” she’s made a name for herself as an artist

FOLK ’N’ ROLL Good Medicine presents The Sam Chase & The Untraditional at The Siren on Jan. 17.

Rock, folk, blues, and ska

alongside some deep-cut covers by Castro’s friends and influences—Johnny Nitro, Magic Slim, Ron Thompson, Chris Cain, and more. VULNERABLE Good Vibez presents country singerGood Medicine starts its Musical guests include Rick Estrin, Billy songwriter Priscilla Block at the Fremont Theater on Jan. 22. week with San FranciscoBranch, Deanna Bogart, Chris Cain, Jim based rock and folk act The Pugh, and gospel harmonies from The Sons unafraid to face her critics. I admire her talent Sam Chase & The Untraditional in The of the Soul Revivers. The album won Blues and bravery to turn pain into empowerment. Siren on Saturday, Jan. 17 (doors at 8 Blast magazine’s 2025 Contemporary Blues Good Vibez presents Priscilla Block at the p.m., show at 8:30; 21-and-older; $21.84 at Album of the Year Award. Fremont Theater on Thursday, Jan. 22 (doors goodmedicinepresents.com). Band leader Castro said of the album, “Here, I’m not at 7, show at 8 p.m.; all ages; $20 to $33.96 or The Sam Chase is a natural storyteller with a the contemporary guy, not the rock guy, not $134.90 VIP at prekindle.com). rustic voice, and the band is boot-stomping the soul guy. This is the deeper blues side If you need a laugh, Good Vibez has you fun. Local singer-songwriter Max MacLaury of me. I know, with these songs, I am at my covered with comedian Jamie Lissow on opens. most authentic.” his Better Off Dad tour at the Fremont on Good Medicine, Numbskull, and KCBX Numbskull and Good Medicine wrap up Saturday, Jan. 17 (doors at 7, show at 8 p.m.; present Tommy Castro their week with ska and pop all ages; $39.11 to $57.14 at prekindle.com). and the Painkillers at punk act Mad Caddies in The actor and comedian is a regular weekly The Siren on Sunday, The Siren on Wednesday, guest on the No. 1-rated late night talk show, Jan. 18 (6:30 p.m.; Send music and Jan. 21 (doors at 7 p.m.; Gutfeld! He’s currently working on the 21-and-older; $30.59 at club information to 21-and-older; $25.96 at feature film, The Animal 2, for Fox/Tubi. goodmedicinepresents. gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. goodmedicinepresents. There’re more laughs on tap when com). Castro is back with com). Hailing from comedian Trevor Wallace on his The Alpha a new album, Closer to the Solvang, the band has Beta Male Tour plays two nights, Sunday, Bone, his 17th overall and myriad eclectic influences such as Dixieland Jan. 18 (nearly sold out), and Monday, Jan. eighth on Alligator Records. He calls the jazz, polka, Latin music, cowpunk, and sea 19 (doors at 7, show at 8 p.m.; all ages; $44.78 album “a real blues record, the way they shanties. to $69.50 at prekindle.com). Wallace has a would have made them back in the day.” Also at The Siren, Ultra, an ’80s and ’90s digital thumbprint of more than 2.5 billion It features some of Castro’s originals dance cover band, plays Friday, Jan. 16 (7:30 views across his social media channels and is such as “Ain’t Worth the Heartache,” “Can’t Catch a Break,” and “Crazy Woman Blues,” STARKEY continued page 26 followed by 16 million fans.

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BLUES AGENDA JAM AND SHOWCASE A rockin’ blues dance party at Niffy’s Merrimaker every first, third, and now fifth Wednesdays. The Blues Asylum house band welcomes local, visiting, and newcomers to the blues groove. Spirits, beer, and wine, with outside food welcome. Every other Wednesday, 7-10 p.m. Free. (805) 235-5223. The Merrimaker Tavern, 1301 2nd Street, Los Osos. FAULTLINE BAND FREE CONCERT Dance, reminisce, and enjoy top hits from the decades. Listen to hits from Linda Ronstadt to Dolly Parton, and Little Richard to Doobie Brothers. Jan. 17, 2-5 p.m. Free. (805) 225-1312. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, thesirenmorrobay.com/. OPEN MIC NIGHT Each Wednesday, enjoy this Open Mic Night in the

downstairs dining area. Grab some friends and show off your talents. Food and drink service will be available. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Free. (805) 995-3883. schoonerscayucos.com. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos. NORTH SLO COUNTY

FRIDAY NIGHT DJ Weekly DJ series, with a different DJ every Friday. Presented by friends at Traffic Record store in Atascadero. Come listen, dance, drink, and unwind every Friday. All ages event; no cover charge. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. (805) 460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden. com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero. JAZZ AND BLUES AT PONY CLUB BAR AND LOUNGE AT HOTEL CHEVAL WITH SUNNY WRIGHT AND JAKE ODELL Jazz vocalist Sunny Wright and guitarist

Jake Odell will perform live at The Hotel Cheval’s Pony Club. Enjoy craft cocktails, light fare, a superb wine list, and great people! Jan. 17, 5-7 p.m. Free. (805) 226-9995. hotelcheval.com/pony-clubbar-lounge. Pony Club Bar and Lounge at The Hotel Cheval, 1021 Pine St, Paso Robles. LIVE MUSIC AT MCPRICE MYERS WINES WITH SAMI ROUISSI Relax under the oaks with wine and live music by Sami Rouissi, blending folk, blues, soul, and pop-rock with smooth, feel-good Central Coast vibes. Jan. 24, 2-5 p.m. $25 tasting fee waived with $75 purchase. (805) 237-1245. mcpricemyers. com/events/012426music. McPrice Myers Wine Company, 3525 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles. SINGING HANDS CHILDREN’S CHOIR A unique performing arts group

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that performs across the state for deaf festivals, service organizations, churches, fairs, and other outlets. New members always welcome. Registration open weekly. Mondays, 5-6:30 p.m. $45 tuition per month. singinghandschildrenschoir.com/. Singing Hands Children’s Choir and Performing Arts, 1413 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO

BOB AND WENDY WITH PAUL GRIFFITH AND SPECIAL GUEST JILL KNIGHT Jill Knight is a local legend who produced Bob and Wendy’s NTMA award winning album, “Your Beautiful Life”. Hear as Paul Griffith adds percussion magic. Jan. 18, 3-6 p.m. $18. (805) 235-5456. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY BACH WEEK CHAMBER CONCERT Period ensemble Tesserae Baroque will present the West Coast premiere of “Meera Kahe,” a new cantata by Reena Esmail, plus music of the French Baroque. Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m. $22 general, $12 students. (805) 756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/ special/#bw. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY BACH WEEK FINALE CONCERT: ORATORIO Members of Cal Poly’s Chamber Choir, Symphony, and faculty will join with guest artists to perform works in the oratorio tradition. Jan. 24, 2 p.m. $22 general, $12 students. (805) 756-4849. music. calpoly.edu/calendar/special/#bw. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY BACH WEEK LECTURE — OPERA’S VIRTUOUS COUSIN: THE RISE OF THE ORATORIO Cal Poly Music Professor Alyson McLamore will examine how Baroque composers seized features from opera and repurposed them as a way to tell sacred stories. Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m. Free, parking permit required. (805) 756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/ calendar/special/#bw. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY BACH WEEK VOCAL MASTER CLASS Bach Week guest artist Rebecca Myers will coach several Cal Poly voice students in repertoire from the Baroque era. Jan. 22, 3:10 p.m. Free, parking permit required. (805) 756-2406. music. LIVE MUSIC continued page 26

ach Week

JAN. 22-24, 2026 11:10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 INSTRUMENTAL MASTER CLASS AND CONTINUO WORKSHOP Leif Woodward, cello, and Anna Washburn, violin, will coach students in repertory from the Baroque era. At noon Woodward will coach students in effective continuo playing, which is the foundation of all Baroque music. Davidson Music Center, Room 218 Free admission, parking enforced

3:10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 VOCAL MASTER CLASS Rebecca Myers will coach several Cal Poly voice students in repertory from the Baroque era. Davidson Music Center, Room 218 Free admission, parking enforced

7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 AKADEMIE LECTURE — OPERA’S VIRTUOUS COUSIN: THE RISE OF THE ORATORIO What do you call an opera that goes to church? Cal Poly Music Department Professor Alyson McLamore examines how Baroque composers seized features from the then-new, wildly popular genre of opera and repurposed them as a way to tell sacred stories. Davidson Music Center, Room 218 Free admission, parking enforced

7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23 CHAMBER CONCERT: MEERA KAHE

Tesserae Baroque will present Reena Esmail’s “Meera Kahe,” with Ravindra Deo, tabla, and Hindustani vocalist Saili Oak, which sets 16th-century texts by Indian saint-poet Mirabai. It will be coupled by music of the French Baroque including works by Elisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre and François Couperin. First Presbyterian Church, SLO $22 general, $12 students*

2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 FINALE CONCERT: ORATORIO

Members of Cal Poly’s Chamber Choir, Symphony and faculty will join with guest artists to perform J.S. Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio” (Part 1) and Handel’s monumental “Israel in Egypt.” First Presbyterian Church, SLO $22 general, $12 students*

*Discounted pricing for tickets purchased to both the Jan. 23 and 24 concerts: $40 general, $20 students | pacslo.org, 805-756-4849 | More information: bachweek.calpoly.edu

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STARKEY from page 24

p.m.; 21-and-older; $8.45 presale at tixr. com or $10 at the door). Hear songs by The Smiths, The Fix, Depeche Mode, New Order, INXS, The Cure, Foo Fighters, Tears for Fears, and more. FaultLine plays a free matinee show on Saturday, Jan. 17 (2 to 5 p.m.; 21-and-older). “We’re quite different than most cover bands in the area,” drummer Dan O’Donnell explained in an email. “We are talented musicians in our 70s who have a passion for music from decades past. So, you say, nothing new there. Sounds like most of the bands around here. Well, here is why we stand out: Our lead vocalist is a very talented 20-year-old woman who considers herself an ‘old soul.’ Despite her young age, she loves old music. And, by old, we are not talking Motels, we are talking Ricky Nelson old. Connie Francis is her favorite singer.” When Milania Espinoza joined the band, O’Donnell, Bob Vandehey (keyboard/vocals), Scott McKechnie (lead guitar), and Wayne Brown (bass/vocals) revamped their set list. “Her versatility of both range and style is so unique,” O’Donnell continued. “We’re covering songs from the Doobie Brothers to Little Richard, Linda Ronstadt to Dolly Parton, and Blondie to Pretenders. We’re constantly amazed that no matter what song, how old, what style we propose, she says, ‘What key?’ looks up the lyrics and off we go. She is really quite amazing.” Espinoza studied at the Berklee College of Music in Boston and is active in the PCPA Pacific Conservatory Theatre in Santa Maria. “Despite her formal training and work in

DEEPER BLUES Good Medicine, Numbskull, and KCBX present ripping blues band Tommy Castro and the Painkillers at The Siren on Jan. 18.

theater arts, she loves to sing rock ’n’ roll with a bunch of old rock ’n’ rollers,” O’Donnell quipped. “We’ve played shows at Puffers in Pismo Beach and the Moose Lodge, but we view The Siren as our official coming-out party on the Central Coast.”

Jokes and a Zep homage

SLO Brew Live at Rod & Hammer Rock presents stand-up comedian Sam Tripoli on Friday, Jan. 16 (doors at 7 p.m.; 18-and-older; $31.36 at ticketweb.com). The comedian, writer, and podcaster is known for his fearless, high-energy, unfiltered takes on

SEVENTY IS THE NEW 20 Made up of four septuagenarians and a 20-something singer, FaultLine makes its sort of debut during a free matinee show at The Siren on Jan. 17.

culture, politics, and society. All-female Led Zeppelin tribute band Zepparella returns on Saturday, Jan. 17 (doors at 7 p.m.; all ages; $27.21 at ticketweb. com). These ladies rock hard. I just watched their video for “Kashmir,” and it thundered. If you dig Led Zeppelin, they bring it.

Americana magic

Brittain & Silva formed in 2018. Eric Brittain is an incredible multiinstrumentalist (guitar, mandolin, fiddle, dobro), and Paul Silva is a talented singersongwriter and guitar player. They both sing

well together and have compelling onstage musical chemistry. Definitely worth checking out at one of their five upcoming North Country gigs. They play Templeton’s Club Car Bar on Saturday, Jan. 17 (8 to 10 p.m.; all ages; $5); Paso’s Primal House on Saturday, Jan. 24, and Friday, Feb. 6 (both 5 to 7 p.m.; all ages; free); Atascadero’s Decades on Friday, Feb. 13 (8 to 10 p.m.; 21-and-older; free); and Santa Margarita’s The Porch on Saturday, Feb. 21 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; all ages; free). ∆ Contact Arts Editor Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRITTAIN & SILVA

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DYNAMIC DUO Americana duo Brittain & Silva have a quintet of upcoming North County gigs starting with Templeton’s Club Car Bar on Jan. 17.

WHOLE LOTTA LOVE All-female Led Zeppelin tribute band Zepparella plays at Rod & Hammer Rock on Jan. 17.

LIVE MUSIC from page 24

calpoly.edu/calendar/special/#bw. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY INSTRUMENTAL MASTER CLASS AND CONTINUO WORKSHOP Guest artists will coach Cal Poly students in instrumental repertoire from the Baroque era. Jan. 22, 11:10 a.m.-noon Free, parking permit required. (805) 756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/ special/#bw. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. THE FREDDIE RAVEL TRIO The SLO County Jazz Federation will present the Freddie Ravel Trio. Central Coast native Freddie Ravel has built an impressive and varied musical career as an accomplished jazz pianist. Jan. 25, 4-6:30 p.m. $39.34. my805tix.com. Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 Fredericks Street, San Luis Obispo. LIBERTINE PRESENTS: BABES

AGAINST THE MACHINE Hear Babes Against The Machine (BATM), is the only all-female tribute to Rage Against The Machine. Jan. 23, 7 p.m. $14.70. my805tix.com. Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337. LSD AND THE SEARCH FOR GOD LIVE LSD and the Search For God are bringing their shoegaze sound to Libertine in SLO. This intimate show is expected to sell out. Get tickets at the link. Jan. 17, 8 p.m. $28.62. my805tix.com. Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337. TALI MORGULIS PIANO MASTER CLASS Tali Morgulis, associate professor of piano at the Moores School of Music, University of Houston, Texas, will work with Cal Poly student pianists. Jan. 16, 10:10 a.m. Free. (805) 756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/special/. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

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BASIN STREET REGULARS SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT | MONTE MILLS AND THE LUCKY HORSESHOE BAND Start your year with the swing of a lifetime, listening to Monte Mills & The Lucky Horseshoe Band live at Pismo Beach Veteran’s Memorial Hall. Jan. 25, 11 a.m.4 p.m. $10-$15. my805tix.com. Pismo Beach Veteran’s Memorial Building, 780 Bello Street, San Luis Obispo. BSR PRESENTS: THE GOLDEN KICKOFF FEATURING MONTE MILLS & THE LUCKY HORSESHOE BAND This special kickoff show at the Pismo Vet’s Hall is your first chance to celebrate Basin Street Regular’s 50th year Anniversary. Jan. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 for members, $15 for non-members. my805tix.com. Pismo Beach Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach. EASTON EVERETT Easton Everett is a writer and performer of guitar-woven

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music in distinctive stylistic shapes. Hear him live at Mulligans Bar and Grill. Jan. 22, 5-7 p.m. Mulligans Bar and Grill, 6460 Ana Bay Road, Avila Beach, (805) 595-4000.

LADIES NIGHT OUT Music by DJ Van Gloryious and DJ Panda. Features delicious daiquiri specials. Thursdays, 8 p.m.-midnight Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866.

KARAOKE EVERY WEDNESDAY A weekly event with barbecue offerings and more. Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. Rancho Nipomo BBQ, 108 Cuyama Ln., Nipomo, (805) 925-3500.

LIVE MUSIC AT STELLER’S CELLAR Various local musicians rotate each Friday. Fridays, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Steller’s Cellar, 400 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt, (805) 623-5129, stellerscellar.com.

THE LOUNGE AT BESO An upscale after-hours nightclub experience. With limited capacity and a dress code. For ages 21 and over. Fridays, 10 p.m. my805tix.com. Beso Cocina, 1050 Willow Road, Nipomo.

MUSIC AT ROSCOE’S KITCHEN Live DJ and karaoke every Friday and Saturday night. Featured acts include Soul Fyah Band, DJ Nasty, DJ Jovas, and more. Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866.

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MUSIC LESSONS AT COELHO ACADEMY Learn to play piano, drums, guitar, base, ukulele, or violin, or take vocal lessons. ongoing (805) 925-0464. coelhomusic.com/Lessons/lessons. html. Coelho Academy of Music, 325 E. Betteravia Rd., Santa Maria.

HAPPY HOUR MUSIC SERIES Enjoy live music at the winery most Friday evenings. Check site for concert schedule. Fridays presquilewine.com. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, (805) 937-8110.

SUNDAY NIGHT FUN End the weekend with some good vibes. Music by DJ Van Gloryious. Sundays, 8 p.m.-midnight Roscoe’s Kitchen, 229 Town Center E, Santa Maria, (805) 623-8866. LOMPOC/VANDENBERG

KARAOKE AT COLD COAST BREWING CO. Pick out a song, bring your friends, and get ready to perform. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. COLD Coast Brewing Company, 118 W Ocean Ave., Lompoc, (805) 8190723, coldcoastbrewing.com. SANTA YNEZ VALLEY

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS Sundays, 2-6 p.m. Brick Barn Wine Estate, 795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, (805) 686-1208, brickbarnwineestate.com. WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Brick Barn Wine Estate, 795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, (805) 686-1208, brickbarnwineestate.com. ∆

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Cal Poly roommates bring their dirty soda business to the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market

ometimes all it takes to turn a bad day into a good one is the perfect beverage. The idea cemented in Madison Andrade’s mind when she worked as a Dutch Bros barista in high school. Today, she’s still mixing flavors and syrups as a small business owner in college, handing out drinks that have the power to make someone’s day. “I loved making the drinks and just being quick and making people happy with a drink because I love going and getting a fun drink somewhere,” the Cal Poly junior said. “I’m getting to do that for other people, and they’re coming and getting a drink from us for a fun experience.” What started out as a dream project with her hometown friend and college roommate, Delainee Fernandes, turned into a demanding small business called “dirty.” The pair sells dirty sodas, a trendy elevation of the carbonated drinks with creamers and flavored syrups that rose to fame on TikTok. Now, the Central Coast gets to take a sip. Equipped with a pop-up tent, payment system, and a signature menu, Andrade and Fernandes sold their first dirty sodas—almost 200 of them—at a Cal Poly panhellenic event in November 2025. Not long after, they debuted their Instagram account for the company, and a couple of days later, they were putting their concept to the test in front of an unrelenting line of customers. “We thought it was going to be a cute little trial run, sell a couple sodas,” Andrade said. “But it ended up being insane.” Sorority sisters from all over campus lined up for signature drinks like The Classic with Dr. Pepper, coconut syrup, and cream; The Dirty Float with Root Beer, vanilla syrup, and vanilla cream; and Lime in the Coconut with Diet Coke, lime and coconut syrups, and coconut cream. A new concoction, Pink Wave, sees Fresca swirled with raspberry, coconut, and peach syrups alongside creamer. Customers can also make their own flavor combinations.

MAKE IT DIRTY Coffee creamers and flavored syrups are what make soda dirty, a concept that skyrocketed on social media.

Give it a try

Buy your own dirty soda at the Thursday evening farmers market in downtown SLO. Follow the bubbles on Instagram @drinking.dirty for pop-up locations and other updates.

Three days after the panhellenic event, dirty appeared at the Paso Robles Farmers Market, one of the first places that wanted Andrade and Fernandes to come on a regular basis, which really excited them. “We’re so thankful for the Paso Farmers Market to take a chance with us and let us pop up in the market and how nice they were,” Andrade said. “They helped us out with our insurance and things like that.” Having grown up together in the Central Valley, Andrade and Fernandes are no strangers to working together. As kids, they

ROOMMATES AND BUSINESS PARTNERS Cal Poly roommates Madison Andrade (left) and Delainee Fernandes (right) started a small business called “dirty.” They sell elaborate dirty sodas at the farmers market in San Luis Obispo on Thursdays.

like at SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace lived 15 minutes away from each other and and other sorority happenings. They found crossed paths in dance classes and at dairy their target audience, resonating with the cattle shows. younger crowd in San Luis Obispo, and When they decided to venture forth with they said a regular group the business, one of the of customers follows them most challenging parts was around to each pop-up. obtaining a business license Finally, they got the and health permit to be a invitation from the vendor. After doing all the Send tidbits on everything Downtown SLO Farmers’ research, they submitted food and drink to Market to start in January, applications, “running bites@newtimesslo.com. where they spend Thursday around” San Luis Obispo to nights. find the right offices. Then Though the business they waited to hear back. occupies her mind nearly 24/7, Andrade feels “It took insanely long,” Andrade that the customers make the effort worth it. remembered. Some of her friends even text her asking for a After they got the administrative side dirty soda, which she’ll drop off by request. covered, the roommates continued reaching out to promote themselves at different events FLAVOR continued page 28

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LEGAL NOTICES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 32 LEGAL NOTICES Receiver SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF TULARE IN RE MARRIAGE OF JAMES MACQUEEN GILLESPIE, Petitioner, vs. MAUREEN ANN GILLESPIE, Respondent. Case No. VFL 296943 Assigned to: Honorable Jason Taylor Notice of Receiver’s Proposed Sale of Real Property and Hearing on Petition for Confirmation of Sale Hearing on Report of Sale: Date: February 3, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: 13

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Paul F. Ready, as Receiver appointed in the abovecaptioned proceeding, will sell under the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned, subject to confirmation by the Court on February 3, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in Department 13, located at 221 S. Mooney Boulevard, Visalia, California, the following real property known as 165 Damar Street, City of Morro Bay, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, APN 065-135017 and more particularly described as follows (hereinafter referred to as the “PROPERTY”): Lots 13 and 14 in Block 13E of Atascadero Beach, in the City of Morro Bay, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, according to map recorded July 2, 1917 in Book 2 at Page 15 of Maps, except therefrom that portion of Lot 14 herein described lying within the boundaries of Damar Street formerly 27th Street as shown on said map, and also excepting from said Lot 14 herein described all oil, hydrocarbon and other mineral products in, on or under said land reserved in Deed from Los Angeles First National Trust Bank, a National Banking Association recorded May 23, 1928 in Book 53, Page 74 of Official Records. APN: 065-135-017 The proposed sale is subject to current taxes, covenants and conditions, restrictions, rights, rights of way and existing encumbrances of record. The proposed sale price is One Million One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars, ($1,165,000.00). The Receiver recommends the Court impose an initial minimum overbid of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) for a total initial minimum overbid of $1,170,000.00, with a minimum nonrefundable down payment of three percent (3%) of the purchase price, payable in certified funds to the Receiver immediately upon Court confirmation of any overbid. The remaining purchase price shall be paid in cash on close of escrow not later than ten (10) days following entry of the order confirming sale except as otherwise ordered by the Court. The Receiver retains the right to qualify and reject any and all bids. The sale is made without representations or warranties (except as to title) and is considered an “As-Is” and “Where-As” sale. All due diligence shall be completed by prospective bidders before the hearing on this proposed sale. Contact the Receiver or his real estate agent to obtain bid forms, which must be signed at the hearing on this proposed sale. Prior to bidding, prospective bidders must provide the Receiver with proof of ability to fund the requisite deposit at the hearing and complete the purchase within the allotted time. Please direct inquires to Paul F. Ready, Farmer & Ready, 1254 Marsh Street, Post Office Box 1443, San Luis Obispo, California, 93406, (805) 541-1626, or Mr. Michael McNamara, McNamara Realty, Inc., 390 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, California (805) 543-7777. Dated: December 31, 2025 FARMER & READY By: Paul F. Ready Receiver January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2025-2519 OLD FILE NO. 2023-1763 JD Moody Construction, 614 Grand Ave. #14, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 07/27/2023. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: The Good Love Company LLC (2108 N Street, Ste. N, Sacramento, CA 95816). This business was conducted by A Limited Liability Company /s/ The Good Love Company, LLC, Joshua D, Moody, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12/31/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2026-0059 (10/13/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as MG GOOD CLEANING SERVICES, 1209 Corral Creek Ave., Apt. 6, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Raul Alfonso Matias (1209 Corral Creek Ave., Apt. 6, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Raul Alfonso Matias. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0063 (11/03/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as JIM WHY CARTOONS, 2729 Brisa Blanda Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420-5505. San Luis Obispo County. James Richard Yancheson (2729 Brisa Blanda Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 934205505). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James Richard Yancheson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0065 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as PALM GARDENING, 139 Saratoga Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Victor Hilario Hesiquio (139 Saratoga Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Victor Hilario Hesiquio. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0068 (11/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as LES VOGT BITS & SPURS, 520 Cory Way, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Karyn Stevens (520 Cory Way, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Karyn Stevens. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0077 (04/04/2003) New Filing The following person is doing business as PEDROLO REPAIRS, 85 W. Highway 246 Unit 141, Buellton, CA 93427. Santa Barbara County. Marcello Pedrolo (PO Box 4801, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Marcello Pedrolo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-12-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0078 (01/12/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as MEIS CHINESE RESTAURANT, 1759 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. CZCC Co. (1759 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ CZCC Co., Hongmin Zhang, CFO, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-12-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

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FILE NO. 2026-0081 (01/08/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as ALTURAS CONSTRUCTION GROUP, 870 16th St., San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. Alturas Enterprise LLC (870 16th St., San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Partnership /s/ Alturas Enterprise LLC, Martin Aguilar, Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-122026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-122031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Alyssa Michelle Montez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Alyssa Michelle Montez PROPOSED NAME: Alyssa Michelle Chavira. THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

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To all interested persons: Petitioner: Zoe Christine McGuirk filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Zoe Christine McGuirk to PROPOSED NAME: Zoe Christine Downs THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: February 11, 2026, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 4, in person or via zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St., Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 17, 2025 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: February 4, 2026, 9:00 am, Dept. 4, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St., Room 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 11, 2025. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR /s/: Hon. Tana L. Coates, Judge of the CHANGE OF NAME Superior Court. CASE NUMBER: 26CV-0006 January 8, 15, 15, 29, 2025 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Gene Silvius filed a petition ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR Tommy with this court for a decree changing CHANGE OF NAME names as follows: PRESENT NAME: CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0690 Tommy Gene Silvius to PROPOSED To all interested persons: Petitioner: NAME: Tom Gene Richards Abigail Martinez filed a petition with THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons this court for a decree changing interested in this matter appear before names as follows: PRESENT NAME: this court at the hearing indicated beLeo Tracy Upton to PROPOSED NAME: low to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be Tracy Leo Upton granted. Any person objecting to the THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons name changes described above must interested in this matter appear before file a written objection that includes this court at the hearing indicated be- the reasons for the objection at least low to show cause, if any, why the peti- two court days before the matter is tion for change of name should not be scheduled to be heard and must apgranted. Any person objecting to the pear at the hearing to show cause why name changes described above must the petition should not be granted. If file a written objection that includes no written objection is timely filed, the the reasons for the objection at least court may grant the petition without a two court days before the matter is hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: scheduled to be heard and must ap- February 19, 2026, Time: 9:00 am, pear at the hearing to show cause why Dept. 2, in person or via zoom at the the petition should not be granted. If Superior Court of California, County of no written objection is timely filed, the San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey, San court may grant the petition without a Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: Order to Show Cause must be pubFebruary 18, 2026, Time: 9:00 am, lished at least once each week for four Dept. 4, in person or via zoom at the successive weeks before the date set Superior Court of California, County for hearing on the petition in a newsof San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, paper of general circulation, printed in Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA this county: New Times 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Date: January 7, 2026 Cause must be published at least once /s/: Craig B. van Rooyen, Judge of the each week for four successive weeks Superior Court before the date set for hearing on the January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, petition in a newspaper of general cir- 2026 culation, printed in this county: New FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Times STATEMENT Date: November 4, 2025 FILE NO. 2026-0084 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Supe(01/01/2026) rior Court January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026 New Filing The following person is doing busiORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR ness as AVILA BEACH WHALE WATCHCHANGE OF NAME ING, INC., 1529 6th St., Los Osos, CA CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0803 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Avila Beach Whale Watching, Inc. (1529 6th To all interested persons: Petitioner: St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This busiMadeline Grace Todd filed a petition ness is conducted by A CA Corporawith this court for a decree changing tion /s/ Avila Beach Whale Watching, names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Inc., Mark Kocina, President. This Madeline Grace Todd to PROPOSED statement was filed with the County NAME: Madeline Grace Holliday Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons 2026. I hereby certify that this copy is interested in this matter appear before a correct copy of the statement on file this court at the hearing indicated be- in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County low to show cause, if any, why the peti- Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-12tion for change of name should not be 2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February granted. Any person objecting to the 5, 2026 name changes described above must FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME file a written objection that includes STATEMENT the reasons for the objection at least FILE NO. 2026-0090 two court days before the matter is (06/01/2019) scheduled to be heard and must apNew Filing pear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If The following person is doing busino written objection is timely filed, the ness as FIELD DAY COFFEE, 1284 Ella court may grant the petition without a St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: Luis Obispo County. Randall E Price, February 18, 2026, Time: 9:00 am, Callie Walter (1284 Ella St., San Luis Dept. 4, in person or via zoom at the Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A General Partnership Superior Court of California, County of /s/ Randall E. Price, Partner. This San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St. statement was filed with the County San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-13this Order to Show Cause must be pub- 2026. I hereby certify that this copy is lished at least once each week for four a correct copy of the statement on file successive weeks before the date set in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County for hearing on the petition in a news- Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-13paper of general circulation, printed in 2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026 this county: New Times Date: December 29, 2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the SupeSTATEMENT rior Court January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026 FILE NO. 2026-0091 (01/06/1998) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME New Filing STATEMENT The following person is doing busiFILE NO. 2026-0085 ness as TENNIS WAREHOUSE, (01/01/2025) PICKLEBALL WAREHOUSE, TOTAL New Filing PICKLEBALL, PADEL WAREHOUSE, The following person is doing busi- TYPTI WAREHOUSE, TENNIS SOURCE, ness as LUCHAY SERVICES, 2645 Riv- 181 Suburban Road, San Luis Obispo, erside Ave., Paso Robles, CA 93446. CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Obispo County. Tasha Nicole Sports Warehouse (181 Suburban Luchay (179 Niblick Rd. 202, Paso Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Robles, CA 93446). This business is Corporation /s/ Sports Warehouse, conducted by An Individual /s/ Tasha Mark Sczbecki, Secretary. This stateNicole Luchay. This statement was ment was filed with the County Clerk filed with the County Clerk of San Luis of San Luis Obispo on 01-13-2026. I Obispo on 01-12-2026. I hereby certify hereby certify that this copy is a corthat this copy is a correct copy of the rect copy of the statement on file in statement on file in my office. (Seal) my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-13Deputy. Exp. 01-12-2031. January 15, 2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

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CAN YOU HEAR THE ICE? Before attending Cal Poly, Madison Andrade (left) and Delainee Fernandes (right) grew up in the Central Valley together. They interned at the same company in college, where they first made dirty sodas together. FLAVOR from page 27

“I would say the most rewarding part would definitely be the customers and just seeing how happy they are to come and buy from us,” Andrade said. With the end of college in sight for both Andrade and Fernandes, they’re beginning to plan their next move. One of their main goals is to have a physical storefront in San Luis Obispo. They’ve talked about moving back to the

Central Valley and bringing dirty soda closer to home, but maintaining a flagship where it all started is important to them. “Our biggest fear was us not getting our name out there and somebody else doing it before us,” Andrade said. “So, we’re glad we took the chance.” ∆ Reach Santa Maria Sun Staff Writer Madison White, from New Times’ sister paper, at mwhite@santamariasun.com.

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FILE NO. 2025-2500 (11/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE PROMISES DESIGNS, 1405 Vine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Jennifer Ann Huss, Lloyd Eugene Cockayne (1405 Vine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Jennifer Ann Huss. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2338 (10/03/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as STEPHEN DAVID LEONARD COACHING, 625 Evans Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Leonard Coaching Inc. (625 Evans Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Leonard Coaching Inc., Stephen Leonard, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-01-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2278 (12/18/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE STEAMING BEAN, 1651 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Marie Birdsong (3640 Ranch House Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amanda Marie Birdsong. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, MA Nelson, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2279 (02/16/2001) New Filing The following person is doing business as BEYOND ZEBRA, 1443 East Washington Boulevard, Suite 641, Pasadena, CA 91104/2650. Los Angeles County. Beyond Zebra, Inc. (1443 East Washington Boulevard, Suite 641, Pasadena, CA 91104). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Beyond Zebra, Inc., Therese Yamate, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-172025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 11-17-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2350 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as DRAIN DOCTORS PLUMBING, 205 South Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Blue Ribbon Home Services LLC (1030 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Blue Ribbon Home Services LLC, Jared Worthen, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-03-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-03-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2265 (05/01/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as FINDING HARVEST, 1351 15th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Torrie Sessions (1351 15th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Torrie Sessions. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 11-142030. December 25, 2025, & January 1, 8, 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2384 (12/08/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BAYWOOD BIRTH AND BODYWORK, SLO BIRTH MENTOR, 1159 5th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Heather Morgan (1159 5th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Heather Morgan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-082025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Exp. 12-08-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 STATEMENT

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FILE NO. 2025-2315 (07/10/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO BREWING CO, 736 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SLO Pub, LLC (855 Aerovista Place, Suite 180, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ SLO Pub, LLC, Hamish Marshall, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-24-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 11-24-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2398 (12/10/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as STONYCREEK EVENTING, 650 Clamshell Mtn Way, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. William Frederick (650 Clamshell Mtn Way, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ William Frederick. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-10-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-10-2030. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2337 (09/07/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as DUBOST, 9988 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Taste of Adelaida, LLC (9988 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Taste of Adelaida, LLC, Kathleen E. Dubost, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-01-2030. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2406 (06/01/1991) New Filing The following person is doing business as CAMBRIA VACATION RENTALS, 784 Main Street, Suite A, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. J&H Enterprises, Inc. (784 Main Street, Suite A, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ J&H Enterprises, Inc., Heidi Huff, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-11-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-11-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2419 (12/10/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MID-STATE BAILBONDS, 7630 El Camino Real #B, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Mid-State Holdings, Inc. (1001 Las Tablas Road, Apt. A, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Mid-State Holdings, Inc., Kenneth D. Erpenbach, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-12-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2427 (12/15/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BODYWORK, 196 S. Ocean, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Hanna Duncan (1098 Saint Mary Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Hanna Duncan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-15-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-15-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2431 (03/07/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as CLASSIC ELECTRIC & CONSULTING CORP., CLASSIC ELECTRIC & CONSULTING, CLASSIC ELECTRIC, CLASSIC SERVICES, CLASSIC, 720 S. Frontage Road, Suite 107, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Classic Electric & Consulting Corp. (720 S. Frontage Road, Suite 107, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Classic Electric & Consulting Corp., Heidi C Mitchell, Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, MA Nelson, Deputy. Exp. 12-16-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2432 (03/14/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as MAGNIFICO INDUSTRIES INC., INNOVATIVE BEHAVIOR TECHNOLOGIES, 330 James Way #180, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Magnifico Industries Inc. (1280 Grand Meadow Way, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Magnifico Industries Inc., Jennifer Brooke Foster, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-16-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2433 (12/16/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TECH LOUNGE, 2101 Johnson Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Brian Shawn Moseley (2101 Johnson Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brian Shawn Moseley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, I. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 12-16-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2439 (09/10/2001) New Filing The following person is doing business as MORTGAGE PROFESSIONALS GROUP, 61 Laguna Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Vincent Keith Mohr (P.O. Box 12458, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vincent Keith Mohr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-17-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-17-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2435 (06/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as PMI DESIGN, 1301 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Peter Constantine Maletis (1301 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Peter Constantine Maletis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-16-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-16-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2443 (12/18/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ART CENTRAL, 1329 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Nicholas J Webb (1329 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nicholas J. Webb. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS DATE:

January 15, 2026

RESPONSIBLE ENTITY: County of San Luis Obispo, Department of Social Services (DSS) P.O. Box 8119 San Luis Obispo, CA. 93403-8119, Attn: Marge Castle, Program Manager II (805) 788-9491 or mrcastle@co.slo.ca.us These Notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the County of San Luis Obispo. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about February 2, 2026, the County of San Luis Obispo, as the Responsible Entity and designated administrator of the CDBG and HOME Program for the Urban County of San Luis Obispo, will submit a request to the Los Angeles Field Office of the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development for the release of Federal funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL 93-383), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, as amended, plus under Title II (HOME Investment Partnership Act) of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act of 1960 (P.L. 101625), as amended, for the release of HOME funds, and for the release of Project-Based Section 8 Voucher funds under Section 8(o)(13) of the Housing Action of 1937, (42 U.S.C. 1437f), as amended, to undertake a project known as the Monterey Family Apartments Affordable Housing Project, for the purpose to acquire and construct a new affordable housing project. • The Grant Recipient – The Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo (HASLO) has committed a total of thirty (30) vouchers. Seven (7) 1-bedrooms, ten (10) 2-bedrooms and thirteen (13) threebedroom unit HUD Project-Basing Vouchers (PVB) are allocated to the Project with a total annual value of this operating subsidy commitment of $1,050,504, an approximate equivalent of $21,010,080 for the twenty (20) year commitment by HASLO. The actual amount of PBV subsidy provided to the Project will depend upon actual tenant income, with each household paying no more than 30% of their adjusted income towards rent. • A 15-year renewal option commitment value is $15,757,560 / HUD PBV rental subsidy. HASLO is reserving a renewal option commitment of PBV funds at 1422 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93401 in the amount of $1,050,504 annually for fifteen (15) years. The actual amount of PBV subsidy provided to the Project will depend upon actual tenant income, with each household paying no more than 30% of their adjusted income towards rent. Project Name/location: The proposed Monterey Family Apartments (“Project”), located at 1422 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California (APN: 001-137-015 and 001-137-013), includes 50 affordable apartments, plus one manager unit, in three separate buildings. Currently, the Project site is vacant. Project Description: The proposed development on a 1.6-acre parcel consists of a multifamily housing project with a five-story, 45,510 square foot apartment building. The proposed building, duplex and triplex, would consist of 50 affordable multi-family residential units, which would include two (2) 372-square-foot studio units, twenty-two (22) 550-square-foot one-bedroom units, thirteen (13) 800-square-foot two-bedroom units, thirteen (13) 900-square-foot three-bedroom units, and one (1) manager unit. The project would include the construction of one commercial leasing office and one commercial restaurant totaling 4,366 square feet. In addition, the project includes the construction of a new 95-space three-story parking garage. The project would also provide 86 bicycle parking spaces. All units on site will be 100% affordable. The units range from studio, 1-bedroom, 2- bedroom and 3-bedroom units. The target income levels are extremely low, very low, and low income. Statement of Purpose and Need for the Proposal: The purpose of the proposed project is to provide affordable housing rental units for lowincome persons/households. Allocations: $ $ $ $

4,462.34 in 2020 CDBG funds 49,003.44 in 2021 CDBG funds 202,920.77 in 2022 CDBG funds 5,693.48 in 2023 CDBG funds

$ 158,299.96 in 2024 CDBG funds $ 365,189.00 in 2025 CDBG funds $ 253,532.00 in 2026 HOME funds $ 21,010,080.00 in Project Based Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Program $ 15,757,560.00 in Project Based Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Program (renewal option) Total Funds: $ 37,806,741.00 FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The County of San Luis Obispo has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at County of San Luis Obispo, Dept. of Social Services, 3433 S. Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA (contact Marge Castle, Program Manager II, at (805) 788-9491 or at mrcastle@co.slo.ca.us and may be examined or copied weekdays from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Electronic copies of the document are also available from Ms. Castle. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the County of San Luis Obispo, Department of Social Services, at the DSS office at 3433 S. Higuera, San Luis Obispo, Ca. 93401, Attn: Marge Castle, Program Manager II, (805) 788-9491, or mrcastle@co.slo. ca.us. All comments received by 5:00 PM on January 30, 2026, prior to submission of a request for release of funds will be considered by the County of San Luis Obispo prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing. ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION The County of San Luis Obispo certifies to Los Angeles Field Office of the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development that Mark LaRue in his capacity as the Deputy Director and Certifying Officer at the County’s Department of Planning and Building consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD Los Angeles Field Office approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the County of San Luis Obispo to use Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS The HUD/Los Angeles Field Office of the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development will accept objections to its release of fund and the County of San Luis Obispo certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the County of San Luis Obispo; (b) the County of San Luis Obispo has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD Los Angeles Field Office; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – HUD Los Angeles Field Office, Office of Community Planning and Development and should be addressed to: CPDLA@hud.gov, for the CDBG and HOME funds; and to HUD Los Angeles Field Office of Public Housing at: HUDLOSANGELESOPH@hud. gov for the PBVs. Potential objectors should contact HUD/Los Angeles Field Office to verify the actual last day of the objection period. Mark LaRue, Deputy Director and Certifying Officer County of San Luis Obispo Department of Planning and Building 976 Osos Street, Rm. 300 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 January 15, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2444 (01/21/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as LH CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN, 244 esparto Ave., Shell Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Louie Hin (244 esparto Ave., Shell Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Louie Hin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2448 (12/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as TASK BUDDY, TASK BUDDY SLO, 1773 Pereira Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Faith Legrande (1773 Pereira Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Faith Legrande. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2449 (09/24/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as LOCATELLI WINERY, LOCATELLI VINEYARDS, 8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. San Miguel Wineworks, Inc. (8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Miguel Wineworks, Inc., Raynette Gregory, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2450 (12/17/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as MASVINO CELLARS, 8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. San Miguel Wineworks, Inc. (8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Miguel Wineworks, Inc., Raynette Gregory, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2452 (12/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SHAKE SHAKE CRAB, 1005 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. A&J PWealthy LLC (1005 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ A&J Pwealthy LLC, Aye Yin, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2455 (12/19/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as CRUISING CONES #9, 540 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. VIP Event Rentals, Inc. (540 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ VIP Event Rentals, Inc., Darin Mark Reichwein, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2453 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as KUSTOM KAI, 555 Grande Ave., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Kaile Nicole Janni (555 Grande Ave., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kaile Nicole Janni. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 1219-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2456 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as NIPOMO GROCERY OUTLET 2, 181 S Frontage Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Rey&Maria LLC (315 Panno Rd., Brawley, CA 92227). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Rey&Maria LLC, David Rey Lopez, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Clerk-Recorder, 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026 (“Bid Deadline”), for the following public works project: METAL BEAM GUARDRAIL INSTALLATION FY 2023-24 CONTRACT NO. 300688 FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. HSIPL-5949 (192) Bids will be opened and declared by the County Clerk-Recorder at 3:15 p.m. on the bid opening date at 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Any bid received at the office of the County Clerk-Recorder of the County of San Luis Obispo at or after 3:00 p.m. on the date specified above will not be accepted and will be returned to the bidder unopened. A bid received one second after 3:00 p.m. (i.e., after 3:00:00 p.m.) shall not be considered. Bids are required for the entire work described in the Contract Documents. The Bid package (also referred to herein as the “Contract Documents”) are posted on the County’s Purchasing website: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/departments/central-services/ purchasing-services/services/bid-rfp-opportunities Any changes, additions, or deletions to these Contract Documents will be in the form of written addenda issued by the County. Any addenda will be posted on the website. Prospective bidders must check the website for addenda or other relevant new information at up to 5:00 p.m. the day before the prescribed date/time for submittal of bids. The County is not responsible for the failure of any prospective bidder to receive such addenda. All addenda so issued shall become a part of this Bid. All bidders are required to acknowledge and confirm receipt of every addendum in their bid proposal. All bidder Requests for Information must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m., 5 business days prior to the bid opening date. Requests submitted after said date may not be considered. All questions pertaining to the content of this invitation to Bid must be made in writing through the Purchasing website. Questions and responses will be posted on the Purchasing website and can be viewed by accessing the Invitation to Bid located at the Purchasing website. The identity of the entity submitting the question will not be posted. The County reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of comments / questions that will be posted on the website. The bidder must have either a Class A license or a combination of Class C licenses that make up a majority of the work at the time the Contract is awarded (Public Contract Code section 3300). When the bidder holds a combination of Class C licenses, all work to be performed outside of the bidder’s license specialties, except work that is incidental or supplemental to the licenses of the bidder, shall be performed by licensed Subcontractors in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act (Chapter 4 (commencing with section 4100) of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code) Pursuant to Labor Code section 1771.1: • A Contractor or Subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in the Bid Proposal, subject to the requirements of Public Contract Code section 4104, or engage in the performance of this public works project, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and qualified to perform work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Business and Professions Code section 7029.1, Public Contract Code section 10164, or Public Contract Code section 20103.5, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. • This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

Bids must be submitted under sealed cover plainly marked as a bid and identified with the project number, the date and time for receipt of sealed bids, and the name of the bidder. Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or a bidder’s bond in favor of the County in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted total Bid. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by County to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the County to make payment of retention to an escrow agent. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the County with payment and performance bonds, with each issued by a California admitted surety insurer equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1770 et seq., the Contractor and all Subcontractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations and comply with all applicable Labor Code provisions, which include, but are not limited to the employment of apprentices, the hours of labor, and the debarment of Contractors and Subcontractors. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Copies are available at the at the DIR website, http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD. Notice of Davis-Bacon Requirements Federal funds are being used on this project, and therefore, the Davis-Bacon Act (2 CFR 200 Appendix II(D) and 29 CFR 5) apply. The Federal minimum wage rates for this project as predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor are set forth in Exhibit C. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the prevailing wage rates determined to be applicable to this contract by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and Subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate. Notice of Federal Trainee Program As part of the Contractor’s equal employment affirmative action program, the Contractor is to provide on-the-job training to develop full journeyman in types of trades or job classifications involved in the Contract. The number of trainees or apprentices is 0. Notice of Requirements of Federal Fair Labor Standards Act All contracts and subcontracts that result from this Notice to Bidders incorporate by reference the provisions of 29 CFR 201, the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full and part-time workers. The Contractor has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or regulation. The Contractor must address any claims or disputes that arise from this requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division. Executive Order N-6-22 – Russia Sanctions On March 4, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-6-22 (the EO) regarding Economic Sanctions against Russia and Russian entities and individuals. “Economic Sanctions” refers to sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. Should the State or County determine Contractor is a target of Economic Sanctions or is conducting prohibited transactions with sanctioned individuals or entities, that shall be grounds for termination of this agreement. The County shall provide Contractor advance written notice of such termination, allowing Contractor at least 30 calendar days to provide a written response. Termination shall be at the sole discretion of the County. By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo in their action on the 5th day of August 2025. END OF NOTICE TO BIDDERS January 15, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID MERLIN PARADIES DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0417

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ERIK WALDEMAR THORSON aka ERIK W. THORSON DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0416

FILE NO. 2025-2468 (12/22/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as KAI SHAVE ICE, 255 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Hector Raul De La Fuente, Luis Alejandro Flores, Marco V Lucatero (255 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Hector Raul De La Fuente, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-222030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2469 (12/20/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as KAREN HEALING, 911 21st Street, Suite 206, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Karen Sue Erickson (113 Encanto Ct., Paso Robles, CA 93446-1845). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Karen Sue Erickson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-222025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2470 (12/12/1992) New Filing The following person is doing business as PEACEFUL PLANET IMAGES, 525 Lilac Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Richard L Manuputy, Carol A Manuputy (525 Lilac Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Richard L. Manuputy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-2030. December 25, 2025, January 1, 8, & 15, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2471 (12/09/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SAN LUIS OBISPO SHOOTING RANGE, SLO SHOOTING RANGE, SLOSR, 3270 Gilardi Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Obispo Firearms and Safety Training (3270 Gilardi Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Luis Obispo Firearms and Safety Training, Robert Nori Brennan, Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2475 (12/22/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE PERRY PATCH, 9575 Santa Clara Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Gretchen Belken, Tim George Allen Perry (9575 Santa Clara Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Gretchen Belken. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2478 (11/04/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as HEARST RANCH BEEF, 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. Hearst Holdings, Inc. (300 West 57th Street, 40th Floor, New York, NY 10019). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ Hearst Holdings, Inc., Catherine A Bostron, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-23-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Scoping Meeting and Notice of Preparation of Environmental Impact Report (EIR) San Luis Obispo Council of Governments Regional Transportation Plan Public Scoping Meeting: The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) will hold a virtual public hearing on February 11, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., to receive public input on scoping of the Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) for the SLOCOG 2027 Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP&SCS). The virtual public hearing will be held on Teams; please register at: https:// bit.ly/2027RTPNOP. Notice of Preparation (NOP): The NOP to prepare a PEIR is being issued on January 15, 2026, with a 30-day comment period. Comments must be provided to SLOCOG no later than 5:00 p.m. on February 17, 2026. The NOP is being issued to resource agencies and the public to solicit comments that will assist with preparation of the Draft PEIR and in the preparation of the 2027 RTP. The NOP requests feedback on significant environmental issues and reasonable alternatives and mitigation measures to be explored in the Draft PEIR. The public scoping meeting is one opportunity to provide feedback. The 2027 RTP addresses transportation needs in San Luis Obispo County. The RTP is a federally mandated, comprehensive, long-range (20+ year) regional transportation plan. The Sustainable Communities Strategy (SCS) is a state-required key element of the RTP, intended to address the issue of climate change, consistent with the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (AB32) and SB 375 (2008).The stated purpose of the project (2027 RTP) is to guide transportation planning and programming by setting priorities for transportation projects and associated funding for implementation. Please refer to https://www.slocog.org/programs/ regional-planning/2027-rtp for more information, including the NOP and the draft Project Description. For more information, visit: www.slocog.org, or contact Monica Stillman at mstillman@slocog.org. To request Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Title VI accommodations (including translation), call (805) 7814219 at least 48 hours in advance. January 15, 2026

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAVID MERLIN PARADIES A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KAREN WORCESTER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KAREN WORCESTER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Sean DeBurgh 3017 Douglas Blvd., Suite 300 Roseville, CA 95661 888-215-3001 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2485 (12/23/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SKYELINE TATTOOS AND PIERCINGS, 1075 Court Street, Suite 203, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Skylar Lloyd (1075 Court Street, Suite 203, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Skylar Lloyd. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-23-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ERIK WALDEMAR THORSON aka ERIK W. THORSON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TRIGG D. THORSON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TRIGG D. THORSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 24, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Heidi Richert Clerc 74175 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 760-340-0034 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: FAY KINSEY DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0419

FILE NO. 2025-2491 (12/23/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as 805 WINDSHIELD REPAIR & LOCKSMITH, 567 Bakeman Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Brooke David Gonzales (567 Bakeman Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brooke David Gonzales. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-23-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: HARRY D. CARRUBBA DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0403

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: HARRY D. CARRUBBA A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT CARRUBBA, SR. in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that ROBERT CARRUBBA, SR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 17, 2026, at 9:0 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis the petition, you should appear at the Obispo, CA 93408. hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of before the hearing. Your appearance the petition, you should appear at the may be in person or by your attorney. hearing and state your objections or IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a con- file written objections with the court tingent creditor of the decedent, you before the hearing. Your appearance must file your claim with the court may be in person or by your attorney. and mail a copy to the personal IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a conrepresentative appointed by the tingent creditor of the decedent, you court within the later of either (1) must file your claim with the court and four months from the date of first mail a copy to the personal represenissuance of letters to a general per- tative appointed by the court within sonal representative, as defined in the later of either (1) four months section 58(b) of the California Pro- from the date of first issuance of letbate Code, or (2) 60 days from the ters to a general personal represendate of mailing or personal delivery tative, as defined in section 58(b) of to you of notice under section 9052 the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 of the California Probate Code. Other days from the date of mailing or perCalifornia statutes and legal author- sonal delivery to you of notice under ity may affect your rights as a credi- section 9052 of the California Protor. You may want to consult with an bate Code. Other California statutes attorney knowledgeable in California and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept consult with an attorney knowledgeby the court. If you are a person in- able in California law. terested in the estate, you may file YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by with the court a formal Request for the court. If you are a person interestSpecial Notice (form DE-154) of the ed in the estate, you may file with the filing of an inventory and appraisal court a formal Request for Special of estate assets or of any petition or Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of account as provided in Probate Code an inventory and appraisal of estate section 1250. A Request for Special assets or of any petition or account Notice form is available from the as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice court clerk. form is available from the court clerk.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: FAY KINSEY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SHARON HERNANDEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION OF PROBATE requests that SHARON HERNANDEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 3, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

Attorney for Petitioner: Jay A. Christofferson 265 E. River Park Circle, Ste. 310 Fresno, CA 93720 559-233-4800 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

Attorney for Petitioner: Brighton K. Hushing-Kline Hushing Law P.O. Box 1980 Atascadero, CA 93423 805-466-6644 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

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FILE NO. 2025-2498 (12/08/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as VIE MARIANNE, 1335 Morro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Marianne Rigby (1335 Morro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Marianne Rigby. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-26-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-26-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2507 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as GUSS SMOKE SHOP, 555 #F S Thirteen St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Gustavo I Hassan (555 #F S Thirteen St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gustavo I Hassan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-292030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2488 (01/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as LIFTED MARKETING LLC, 791 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Lifted Marketing LLC (791 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Lifted Marketing LLC, Nathan Jones, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-23-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-23- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

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FILE NO. 2025-2506 (12/29/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as PASO ROBLES FLUFF AND FOLD, 9976 Flyrod Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Pacheco Management CA LLC (9976 Flyrod Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Pacheco Management CA LLC, Chelsea Pacheco, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-292025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2508 (01/01/1990) New Filing The following person is doing business as HICKS PENSION SERVICES, 555 Chorro St., Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Qualified Services, Inc. (555 Chorro St., Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Qualified Services, Inc., Michael Hicks, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2509 (08/17/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as SMOOBAGE, 591 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Heather Leeanne Koide, Adam Kazuo Koide (591 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Heather Leeanne Koide. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G, Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-2030. January 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2025-2517 (01/01/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as GATHERING PLACE, 272 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Douglas Bitter (272 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Douglas Bitter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-30-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-30-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JEFFREY PAUL LORD DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0400

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOLENE COLLETTE HARMS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0399

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JEFFREY PAUL LORD, JEFFREY LORD, JEFF LORD A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JACK HANSEN in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JACK HANSEN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 17, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JOLENE COLLETTE HARMS, JOLENE HARMS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRIAN HARMS in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BRIAN HARMS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 17, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Benjamin Bourgault, esq. 424 S. Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 805-392-3302 January 15, 22, & 29, 2026

Attorney for Petitioner: Benjamin Bourgault, esq. 424 S. Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 805-392-3302 January 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2026-0001 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as SISTERS ON THE EDGE, 1970 Doris Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Kristi L Smith-Cuarenta, Erin N Cuarenta (PO Box 6924, Los Osos, CA 93412). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Kristi L. Smith-Cuarenta, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-022031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FILE NO. 2025-2518 (02/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO CAL BUSINESS SERVICES, SLO LIVE SCAN, SLO CAL NOTARY SERVICES, 105 Honey Way, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Brendan Pringle (105 Honey Way, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brendan Pringle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-312025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, STATEMENT County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. FILE NO. 2026-0002 12-31-2030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 (01/01/2026) New Filing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person is doing busiSTATEMENT ness as LOU’S CARDS, 2851 Juniper FILE NO. 2025-2522 Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis (N/A) Obispo County. Louis Bruce (2851 Juniper Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). New Filing The following person is doing busi- This business is conducted by An ness as SYMPOSIUM DEVELOP- Individual /s/ Louis Bruce. This stateMENT, 7705 Carmelita Ave., Atas- ment was filed with the County Clerk cadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. I County. Matthew West (7705 Car- hereby certify that this copy is a cormelita Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). rect copy of the statement on file in This business is conducted by An In- my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County dividual /s/ Matthew West. This state- Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-02ment was filed with the County Clerk 2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 of San Luis Obispo on 12-31-2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in » MORE my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County LEGAL NOTICES Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-312030. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026 ON PAGE 32

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LEGAL NOTICES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 31 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PENELOPE WALKER DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 25PR-0418 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: PENELOPE WALKER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LINDSAY WALKER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LINDSAY WALKER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 3rd, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Lindsay Walker PO Box 893 Cambria, CA 93428 360-281-5852 January 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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FILE NO. 2026-0004 (10/01/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as ALVARADOS LANDSCAPING, 220 N Burton St., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Adrian Alvarado (220 N Burton St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Adrian Alvarado. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0005 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as ACOSTA’S INC., 2330 Double Point Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Acosta’s Inc. (2330 Double Point Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Acosta’s Inc., Norma Acosta, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0012 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as BERGER PSYCHOTHERAPY AND CONSULTATION SERVICES, 1428 Phillips Ln., Ste. 202, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kristina H Berger (1525 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kristina H Berger. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-05-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-05-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: THOMAS MANUEL GABRIEL DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 26PR-002 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: THOMAS MANUEL GABRIEL A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WILLIAM GABRIEL AND SUZANNE GABRIEL in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that WILLIAM GABRIEL AND SUZANNE GABRIEL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 17, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: WILLIAM F. PANOS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 26PR-003 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: WILLIAM F. PANOS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SANDRA SOUZA in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SANDRA SOUZA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 805-434-2138 January 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0018 (01/06/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as EARTHLY VISIONS, 1728 Hogan Pl., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Susan Kathleen Batrum (1728 Hogan Pl., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Susan Kathleen FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Batrum. This statement was filed with STATEMENT the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this FILE NO. 2026-0015 copy is a correct copy of the statement (N/A) on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, New Filing County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. The following person is doing busi- 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, ness as PM TAX SERVICES, 612 2026

Petitioner: William Gabriel and Suzanne Gabriel 108 Rosewood Lane Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 805-748-9996 January 15, 22, & 29, 2026

Navajo Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Pearce Munoz Business Service LLC (612 Navajo Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Pearce Munoz Business Service LLC, Michael Pearce, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-052026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-05-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0016 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as JUSTIN TIME MOBILE PET GROOMING, 4922 Las Pilitas Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Justin Carl McCown (4922 Las Pilitas Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Justin Carl McCown. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-06-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0020 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as DIVINE ALCHEMY, 188 Tank Farm Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Megan Joy Mullin (PO Box 3180, Shell Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Megan Joy Mullin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0022 (09/03/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as JADE FERN FLORAL, 2125 Mountain View Dr. 2D, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Jade Fern Floral LLC (2125 Mountain View Dr. 2D, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Jade Fern Floral LLC, Anya Walter, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ARDELLE SCHWARZ DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0145 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ARDELLE SCHWARZ A AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DONALD FILLER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE AMENDED PETITION OF PROBATE requests that DONALD FILLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: David Schechet 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 1-310-286-9925 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0023 (05/29/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as BARREL AND BLOOM EVENTS, 3936 Righetti Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Aina Elin Gundersen (3936 Righetti Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aina Elin Gundersen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0025 (01/05/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE BLONDE SHEEP, 3634 Lemon Grove Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Rebekah J Nicklas (3634 Lemon Grove Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rebekah J. Nicklas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-062031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0026 (12/17/2025) New Filing The following person is doing business as FRANKIE’S, 1129 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Frankie’s, Inc. (1129 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Frankie’s, Inc., Artin Safari, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-06-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 01-06-2031. January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO NOTICE OF UCC ARTICLE ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: WIL9 FORECLOSURE – PUBLIC LIAM ANDREW MAJORS SALE AND AUCTION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, in accorCASE NO. 25PR-0415

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WILLIAM ANDREW MAJORS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KEVIN MAJORS in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KEVIN MAJORS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 2/24/2026 Time: 9:00 AM Dept.: 4 Address of the Court: 1050 Monterey St, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner R. Sam Price Price Law Firm, Apc 208603 454 Cajon St Redlands, CA 92373 (909) 328-7000 January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0034 (01/07/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE GROVE AT PISMO BEACH, 230 5 Cities Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Chateau Hospitality LLC (1232 Park St., Suite 200, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Chateau Hospitality LLC, Aaron Graves, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0107-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-07-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0035 (01/07/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as BLUEBIRD INN, 1880 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Chateau Hospitality LLC (1232 Park St., Suite 200, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Chateau Hospitality LLC, Aaron Graves, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-07-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-07-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0037 (01/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE MAY FIRM – CAR ACCIDENT AND INJURY LAWYERS, 297 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. The May Firm Injury Lawyers, Inc. (297 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ The May Firm Injury Lawyers, Inc., Robert May, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-072026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 01-072031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

dance with applicable provisions of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, as enacted by the state of California, The L.J. Morganti Co., (the “Secured Party”) will offer for sale at a public auction (the “Public Sale”) all of the tangible personal property assets (the “Collateral”) of Amanyaa & AJ Enterprise Inc., (the “Debtor”) located at 698 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, California (the “Premises”), to the highest qualified bidder. The Collateral of the Debtor includes, without limitation, the following: All inventory, equipment, kitchenware and furniture, but excluding fixtures and improvements which are hard wired, plumbed or otherwise affixed to the Premises. The successful bidder (“Purchaser”) shall take possession of the foregoing Collateral at the conclusion of the sale, and remove the same from the Premises within 24 hours or as otherwise approved by L.J. Morganti Co. in writing. If the Purchaser does not wish to retain any portion of the Collateral, the Purchaser shall nevertheless arrange for all such items of Personal Property to be timely removed from the Premises and discarded at the Purchaser’s sole cost and expense. The terms of this Public Sale shall also obligate the Purchaser to indemnify and hold both the auctioneer and the Secured Party harmless from and against any and all claims of whatsoever nature and kind for liability relating to the removal of the Collateral including the repair of any and all other damage to the Premises resulting from the removal of any Collateral. The terms of this Public Sale also require that in advance of removing the Collateral, the Purchaser (or a bonded, insured, and licensed mover acting for the Purchaser ) shall furnish proof of workers’ compensation insurance as well as proof of liability insurance coverage (naming Secured Party as an additional insured) affording comprehensive general liability coverage to the Secured Party in the minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence (and covering personal injury and property damage). The sale will be conducted on January 27, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Premises. The Collateral to be offered for sale may be inspected at the Premises on January 27, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. until the sale at 3:00 p.m. The Public Sale will be FINAL and on an “AS-IS, WHERE IS, WITH ALL FAULTS” basis and will be made WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY RELATING TO TITLE, POSSESSION, QUIET ENJOYMENT OR THE LIKE WHATSOEVER. Pursuant to § 9-610(c) of the Uniform Commercial Code, the Secured Party reserves the right to credit bid for and purchase the Collateral. Secured Party is and shall be a qualified bidder and shall be allowed to credit bid amounts due and owing to it by the Debtor (the “Debt”) in connection with any bids it may make with respect to the Collateral. The Secured Party also reserves the right to amend, adjourn, postpone, or cancel the sale with respect to all or part of the Collateral. Secured Party reserves the right to credit bid up to the full amount of the Debt. Secured Party reserves the right to reject all bids, and adjourn the sale. The Purchaser must deliver immediately available good funds for the full purchase price immediately following the auction. The Collateral must be removed from the Premises by the Purchaser by no later than 5:00 pm on Sunday July 31, 2026. Removal shall be at the expense, risk, and liability of the Purchaser and subject to the indemnity and insurance requirements above set forth. If the Purchaser does not wish to retain any of the Collateral, the Purchaser shall nevertheless arrange for all such items of Collateral to be removed from the Premises and discarded at the Purchaser’s sole cost and expense. Secured Party reserves the right to cancel this Public Sale in its entirety or to adjourn the sale to a future date by announcement made at the time and place scheduled for the public sale. The opening bid may be less than the Debt owed to the Secured Party (Judgment principal balance presently due: $97,205.37) as the Secured Party reserves rights for deficiency claims. For further information, please contact Michael McNamara via phone at (805) 543-7777 or via email at mike@slorealty.com. Dated: January 12, 2026 By: /s/Paul F. Ready Attorney for L.J. Morganti Co. January 15, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0040 (01/07/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST MRO, 148 El Viento, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Jesse S Quintana (148 El Viento, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jesse S Quintana. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-072026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, L. Maceri, Deputy. Exp. 01-072031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

LEGAL NOTICES

TS# 2506-832CTS (Vacant Land, Santa Margarita, CA ) APN 082-201-013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/30/2020, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On February 2nd, 2026 at 11:00 AM the undersigned, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to: Deed of Trust recorded 09/03/2020, as Instrument No. 2020 047708, in the Official Records of the County Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, and executed by Matthew James Booker, an unmarried man WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash or cashier’s check drawn on a financial institution authorized in Civil Code Section 2924h(b), at: In the Breezeway adjacent to the County General Services bldg.. located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo CA 93408 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State as more fully described as follows: LOT 140, UNIT 32, CALIFORNIA VALLEY, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER RECORD OF SURVEY RECORDED IN BOOK 11 OF RECORDS OF SURVEY, PAGE 60, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY. Assessor’s Parcel Number: 082-201013 The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: Vacant Land, Santa Margarita, CA APN 082-201-013 If no street address or other common designation is given, then directions for locating the property may be obtained by submitting a written request within ten days from the first publication of this notice to the beneficiary in care of the said trustee at the address shown below. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid balance of the note(s), secured by said Deed of Trust, to-wit $ 27,458.72 including as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Deed of Trust Notice of default and election to sell the described real property under the deed of trust was recorded in the county where the real property is located. Notice To Potential Bidders: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. Notice To Property Owner: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (949) 860-9155 for information regarding the trustee’s sale], using the file number assigned to this case: TS# 2506-832CTS. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For Trustee’s Sale Information Please Call (949) 860-9155 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.Dated 12/22/2025 MFTDS Inc.A California Corporation dba Master funding Co. By Steve Wheeler President (951) 694-3903 41911 5th St. Ste 202 Temecula CA 92590 Mailing address, P O Box 2467, Temecula, CA 92593-2467 ( IFS 42218 ,01/08/26, 01/15/26, 01/22/26)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0041 (01/01/2026) New Filing The following person is doing business as BOHEMIA DESIGNS, 17457 Chestnut Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Ellen F Fields (17457 Chestnut Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ellen F Fields. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-072026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, MA Nelson, Deputy. Exp. 01-072031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

Heather M. Weare, SBN 207006 Law Office of Heather M. Weare 301 South Miller Street, Suite 116 Santa Maria, CA 93455 805-264-3002 Attorney for Petitioner, Daniel A. York, Trustee NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Probate Code Section 19050) IN RE: THE 2003 YORK FAMILY REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 19, 2003 CASE NO. 25PR-0420 Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contingent creditors of the abovenamed Trust and FLOYD L. YORK and THELMA ADELINE YORK as Settlors and decedents, that all persons having claims against the decedents are required to file them with the Superior Court at 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 and mail or deliver a copy to Daniel A. York, Trustee of The 2003 York Family Revocable Living Trust Agreement, dated February 19, 2003 of which the Decedents were the Settlors to Daniel A. York c/o Heather M. Weare, Esq., 301 South Miller Street, Suite 116, Santa Maria, CA 93454, within four months after January 5, 2026 or if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 30 days after the date of this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, or you must petition to file a late claim as provided in Probate Code Section 19103. A claim form may be obtained from the Court Clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with return receipt requested. Dated: December 22, 2025 /s/Daniel A York, Trustee of The 2003 York Family Revocable Living Trust Agreement, Dated February 19, 2003. January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0042 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as MADDI GORDON RACING, LLC, 1720 Commerce Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Maddi Gordon Racing, LLC (1720 Commerce Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Maddi Gordon Racing, LLC, Madison Gordon, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-07-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-07-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0046 (01/28/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as IVANS INSURANCE AGENCY, 1316 Tamsen St., Suite 204, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Phillip S Ivans (1316 Tamsen St., Suite 204, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Phillip S. Ivans. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-08-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-08-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0048 (08/24/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as PREMIER CONSTRUCTION, 849 Mesa Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Paul Kirk Polson (849 Mesa Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Paul Kirk Polson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-08-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-08-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2026-0058 (11/16/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as CA TAX PROS, 200 Station Way, Ste. B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. CA Tax Pros (200 Station Way, Ste. B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ CA Tax Pros, Trusha Patel, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-2031. January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2026

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Paso Robles Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following project: Project Description: Proposed Beechwood Specific Plan Development Agreement Operating Memo #4 adjusting the timing and location of workforce housing units in the Beechwood Specific Plan. Applicant: Ray Harrod, Beechwood Specific Plan ownership group representative Location: Beechwood Specific Plan area located at the southeast corner of Beechwood Drive and Meadowlark Road CEQA Determination: The project is consistent with the Beechwood Specific Plan Final EIR adopted for the project (SCH 2018061064). Hearing Date: The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on January 27, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Norris Room, Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. The public has the option to attend the meeting in person or to participate remotely. To participate remotely, residents can livestream the meeting at www.prcity. com/youtube, and call (805)865-7276 to provide live public comment via telephone. The phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting. Written public comments can be submitted via email to planning@prcity.com or US Mail (submit early) to the City Clerk, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 provided that the comments are received prior to the time of the public hearing. Comments received prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be posted as an addendum to the agenda. If submitting written comments, please note the agenda item by number or name. Comments on the proposed application must be received prior to the time of the hearing to be considered by the Planning Commission. Challenge to the application in court will be limited to issues raised at the public hearings or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Copies of the project staff report will be available for review on the City’s website (www.prcity.com/meetings) on the Friday preceding the hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 237-3970. January 15, 2026

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City. 1. 1731 Tanglewood Dr. DIR-0910-2025; Request for a fence height exception for a retaining wall and wooden fence adjacent to the eastern side property line where the combined height exceeds height standards for side and front setbacks. The requested retaining wall and fence combination ranges in height from 5.5 feet to 9 feet, measured from the downhill side of the sloped lot, where the minimum standard ranges from 4.8 feet to 6 feet. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA). ; R-1 Zone; Gregory Campbell, applicant. (Eva Wynn) 2. 778 Toro St. DIR-0127-2025; Request for an exception from setback standards for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to reduce the side setback to 2 feet and reduce the rear setback to 3 feet, where 4 feet is the standard minimum setback for ADUs up to 16 feet in height. The exception is requested to expand a nonconforming guest house to create an ADU in the rear of a property that is substandard with regards to minimum lot size. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2-H Zone; Ken Hillers and Betsy Turner, applicants. (Eva Wynn) 3. 629 Mission Ln; 205, 207, and 217 Broad St. SBDV-0570-2023; Lot line adjustment between four (4) lots (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review).; R-1 Zone; Richard Silva, applicant. (Walter Oetzell) 4. 137 and 175 Crandall Way. ARCH-0364-2025, AFFH-0366-2025, and TREE-0368-2025; Review of a residential development consisting of 43 units (which includes 5 affordable units), a sign program, tree removals and compensatory plantings, and site improvements. The project includes a 50% density bonus and associated concessions/ waivers/reductions related to compensatory plantings, parking space dimensions, and building height and setbacks. A fence height exception is also requested to allow a combined retaining wall and guardrail height of up to 11.25 feet along a portion of the southerly property lines. The project is exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-4 Zone; Reliant Group Management, applicant. (Hannah Hanh)

Project Description: Development Plan 25-16 and Development Plan Modification for the Highland’s Senior Affordable Housing Apartments, a 30-unit residential project including an affordable housing density bonus (PD25-15, MOD25-04, P25-0106) Applicant: Paso Robles Housing Authority and the Affordable Housing Development Corporation Location: 298 Niblick Road (APN 009-814-044) CEQA Determination: The project is exempt from environmental review as a class 32 categorical exemption for Infill Development Projects pursuant to the State’s Guidelines to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15332. Hearing Date: The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on January 27, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Norris Room, Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. The public has the option to attend the meeting in person or to participate remotely. To participate remotely, residents can livestream the meeting at www.prcity.com/youtube, and call (805)865-7276 to provide live public comment via telephone. The phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting. Written public comments can be submitted via email to planning@prcity.com or US Mail (submit early) to the City Clerk, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 provided that the comments are received prior to the time of the public hearing. Comments received prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be posted as an addendum to the agenda. If submitting written comments, please note the agenda item by number or name. Comments on the proposed application must be received prior to the time of the hearing to be considered by the Planning Commission. Challenge to the application in court will be limited to issues raised at the public hearings or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Copies of the project staff report will be available for review on the City’s website (www.prcity.com/meetings) on the Friday preceding the hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 237-3970. January 15, 2026

PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: • Review of a tree removal application requesting the removal of eight (8) Sweetgum trees located at 4325 South Higuera Street upon approval by the Community Development Director. This item was continued from the previous Tree Committee Regular Meeting of September 22, 2025. Project Address: 4325 South Higuera Street; Case #: TREE-0822-2025; Zone: C-S-SP; Applicant: Elite Team Offices on behalf of Pacific Gas & Electric.

The Tree Committee may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. An action of the Tree Committee is typically a recommendation to the City’s Community Development Director, Planning Commission or City Council, and therefore is not final. Please note that any court challenge related to the recommendation on this item may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence received prior to the public hearing.

arethetypically available six days in advance “Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization”Report(s) requires that website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web

monthly space rentwith in the mobile home parks may not be The Director’s decision may be appealed, and must be filed page: https://www.slocity.org/government/mayormoreaction. than once appropriate appeal fee within 10 days ofincreased the Director’s For each year based on the CPI % and-city-council/agendas-and-minutes. Please call change, 9%, whichever monthly data for more information, contact the City of San Luis or Obispo Communityis less. The CPI Los Angeles, Long BeachCA and Anaheim isThe usedCommunity for San Luis Development Department at (805) Development Department, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, Obispo. 93401, stop by Monday and Wednesday between 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., or call (805) 781-7170, weekdays, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report.

January 15, 2026

PERCENT CHANGE

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING The Administrative Review Board of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, invites all interested persons to attend a Special Meeting of the Board scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. held in the Council Hearing Room at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org. This Special Meeting will consist of the Oath of Office for a new member of the Board, and an orientation and training session for Board members led by the Board’s legal counsel. The full agenda for this meeting will be available for review one week in advance of the meeting date on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas we page: https://www.slocity.org/government/mayor-and-city-council/ agendas-and-minutes For more information, please contact staff liaison to the Board, Kelly Holcomb, at kholcomb@slocity.org or by calling (805) 781-7140. January 15, 2026

Contact: Walter Gault– (805) 781-7578 – wgault@slocity.org

The Community Development Director willmonthly either approve or deny theseIndex (CPI) percentage of the meeting Consumer Price (%) be and can be viewed on the City’s applications no sooner than January 26, 2026. published as a basis for establishing rent increases. The

CONSUMER INDEX The San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Chapter 5.44 entitled “Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization” requires that the monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) percentage (%) be published as a basis for establishing rent increases. The monthly space rent in mobile home parks may not be increased more than once each year based on the CPI % change, or 9%, whichever is less. The CPI monthly data for Los Angeles, Long Beach and Anaheim is used for San Luis Obispo. September 2025 PERCENT CHANGE

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Note that the October 2025 year-ending data and November monthending data were not available due to the federal government shutdown. The Bureau of Labor Statistics was unable to retroactively collect this data. For further information regarding the CPI %, please contact the CPI Hotline at (415) 625-2270. Teresa Purrington, City Clerk, City of San Luis Obispo January 15, 2026

Year Ending 1-Month Ending ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT ORDINANCE NO. 1754 October November November PUBLIC HEARING (2026 SERIES) 2025 2025 2025 ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR The City of San Luis Obispo’s Zoning Hearing Officer will hold a INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: public hearing at 2:30 p.m. or later on Monday, N/A 3.6 N/A January 26, 2026, in AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS Conference Room 1, at 919 Palm Street, to consider the following:

NOTICE: SEIZURE OF PROPERTY AND INITIATION OF NONJUDICIAL FORFEITURE PROCEEDINGS PER HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 11488.4(J) TO:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Paso Robles Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following project:

The San Luis Obispo Tree Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org.

5. 1221 Calle Joaquin Way. MOD-0982-2025; Request for a modification to a previously approved minor architectural review (ARCH-0653-2023) to allow changes to the architectural design of the approved structure. The proposed agricultural structure is a 2000 square foot pole barn which would be utilized for storage and wash/ CONSUMER INDEX pack operations at City Farm. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C/OS-20 Zone; Kayla Rutland, City Farm The San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Chapter 5.44 entitled SLO, applicant. (Callie Taylor)

September 2025

CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW BOARD

TREE COMMITEE PUBLIC HEARING

$4,680.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.38, TITLED “CITYWIDE Note that the October 2025 year-ending data and November

SINGLE VOTE METHOD OF ELECTING CITY COUNCILMEMBERS” Notice is hereby given that on December 2, 2025, thewere abovemonth-ending data not available due to the federal TO THE SAN LUIS described property was seized at government or near 611shutdown. Poquita Lane, The Bureau of Labor Statistics wasOBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE, IMPLEMENTING A San Miguel CA 93451, by San Luisunable Obispo County Sheriff’s to retroactively collect this data.NEW METHOD FOR ELECTIONS OF CITY COUNCILMEMBERS AND Office, in connection with, to wit, of sections PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION For violations further information regarding the CPIADOPTING %, please REGULATIONS contact 11351 and 11378 of the Californiathe Health and Safety CPI Hotline at (415)Code. 625-2270. OF CITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS BY CITYWIDE SINGLE VOTE The estimated/appraised value of Teresa the property is $4680.00. Purrington BEGINNING IN NOVEMBER 2026 City Clerk

Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and City of San Luisstating Obispo your Safety Code, you must file a verified claim January 15, 2026 interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/mc200.pdf. Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division. Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing. The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing. DATED: January 6, 2026 DAN DOW District Attorney Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney January 8, 15, & 22, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its rescheduled Regular Meeting of January 13, 2026, introduced the above-titled ordinance upon a motion by Mayor Stewart, second by Council Member Shoresman, and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT:

Council Member Boswell, Marx, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Francis, and Mayor Stewart None None

Ordinance No. 1754 (2026 Series): This is a City Ordinance adding Chapter 2.38, titled “Citywide Single Vote Method of Electing City Councilmembers” to the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, implementing a new method for elections of City Councilmembers, as required by a settlement agreement and stipulated judgment agreed to by the City to avoid litigation and resolve a California Voting Rights Act demand by implementing Citywide Single vote as an alternative to district elections for City Councilmembers. The ordinance also adopts regulations directing and providing for the administration of City Council elections by Citywide Single Vote beginning in November 2026. A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the January 20, 2026 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 7817114 for more information. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel www.youtube.com/ CityofSanLuisObispo. Teresa Purrington City Clerk January 15, 2026

1. 1235 and 1239 Monterey St. ARCH-0746-2024, AFFH-01762025, USE-0177-2025, and TREE-0907-2025; Review of a mixeduse development consisting of 12 residential units (including 2 affordable units), hotel suites, a sign program, tree removal and replanting, and site improvements. The project includes a 25% density bonus and associated parking concession and rear building setback reduction. A Minor Use Permit is requested to establish a hotel use that would operate daily, 24 hours a day. A fence height exception is also requested to allow a combined retaining wall and fence height of up to 10 feet along the rear property line. The project is exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-R Zone; SLQ Properties, LLC, applicant. (Hannah Hanh) PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on these public hearing items may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing. January 15, 2026

879 MORRO ROOF REPLACEMENT SPEC. NO. 2000075-10 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo will receive bids by mail for the “879 MORRO ROOF REPLACEMENT, Spec. No. 2000075-10” at the Public Works Administration Office located at 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 until THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM., when they will be publicly opened. Bids received after said time will not be considered. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the project title, contractor name, address, and specification number. The Contractor must possess a valid Class B or C39 Contractor’s License at the time of the bid opening. Every bid must be accompanied by a certified check/cashier’s check or bidder’s bond for 10% of the bid amount, payable to the City of San Luis Obispo. There will be a mandatory walkthrough on January 28th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Bidders should meet at the City Utility Building (879 Morro Street in San Luis Obispo, California). Download FREE at the City’s website: www.SloCity.org - Bid packages under Bids & Proposals. Questions may be addressed to Allie Genard, Project Manager, at 805-781-7057 or agenard@ slocity.org. January 15, 2026

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INVITATION TO BID (SUB BIDS ONLY) GENERAL CONTRACTOR: PROJECT NAME:

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SUMMARY OF ORDINANCES AMENDING

PROJECT LOCATION: PROJECT OWNER: ARCHITECT: BID DATE & TIME: PRE-BID SITE REVIEW: ESTIMATE/BUDGET: ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE: START DATE: COMPLETION:

CHAPTER 2 OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY CODE On January 6, 2026, the Board of Supervisors conducted a public hearing and adopted Ordinances 3562-3582 amending Chapter Two of County Code. These ordinances updated outdated sections of Chapter 2 of the San Luis Obispo County Code to ensure they are current, legally compliant, and consistent with County policies, practices, and applicable Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs). The amendments primarily reflected organizational and administrative changes, including updating references from County Administrative Officer to Chief Executive Officer, and clarifying the roles, authority, qualifications, and duties of the Chief Executive Officer. Additional revisions updated civil service, compensation, employment terms, temporary employment, pay differentials, leave provisions, safety equipment allowances, and emergency management provisions to align with current law, labor agreements, and operational practices. The ordinances also removed obsolete or duplicative code sections, corrected outdated terminology, and made nonsubstantive technical and clarifying edits to improve consistency and clarity within the County Code. INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors held on the 16th day of December 2025, and PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California on the 6th day of January 2026, by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES:

Supervisors Heather Moreno, Dawn Ortiz-Legg, John Peschong, Bruce S. Gibson and Chairperson Jimmy Paulding

NOES:

None

ABSENT:

None

ABSTAINING: None Certified copies of the full text of the ordinances may be purchased at reproduction cost or reviewed without charge in the San Luis Obispo County Administrative Office, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D430, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, or on the County’s website at slocounty.ca.gov. DATED: January 12, 2026 MATTHEW PONTES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS By /s/ Niki Martin Deputy Clerk January 15, 2026

MAINO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INCORPORATED CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY SAN LUIS OBISPO BUILDING 048 AG HOUSING MAINTENANCE BLDG. 048 - CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, SLO, CA 93407 TRUSTEES OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY HARRIS ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM N/A $450,000 3 MONTHS MARCH 2026 JUNE 2026 (CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERTIME AND WEEKEND WORK ANTICIPATED TO MEET PROJECT SCHEDULE)

SCOPE OF WORK: Work consists of demolition and abatement, minor exterior siding repairs, concrete slab patching, exterior doors and window replacement, LVT flooring with underlayment and wood base, drywall repair, cabinetry and counter tops, ceramic tile with mortar bed. The University will be performing the following trades: Electrical, Data/Communications, Fire Alarm, Plumbing and Painting BIDS SHALL BE EMAILED TO: sonnys@mainoslo.com BID REQUIREMENTS: 1. Subcontractors must be bondable and may be required to provide Payment and Performance Bonds. 2. Bid Bond is not required. 3. Safety Record is of the utmost importance. Subcontractors with an aggregate EMR Rate of 1.5 over the past three years may be disqualified. 4. Prevailing Wage TO VIEW PLANS/SPEC: Plans and specs may be downloaded from ASAP Reprographics at www.projectsasap.com Plans and specs may also be viewed at the following Builders Exchanges: – SLO County Builders Exchange – www.slocbe.com – Santa Maria Valley Contractors Association – www.smvca.org – Central California Builders Exchange – www.cencalbx.com

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING SUBDIVISION REVIEW BOARD WHO

County of San Luis Obispo Subdivision Review Board

WHEN

Monday, February 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM: All items are advertised for 9:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHAT

Hearing to consider a request by BSR, a general partnership, for a vesting tentative parcel map (C-SUB2025-00001 / CO 25-0007) to subdivide one existing 4.85 acre parcel into two parcels of 4.52 acres and 0.33 acres for the purpose of separating an existing single- family residence from an existing golf course. The site is currently developed with a single-family residence, golf pro shop, and other accessory structures. No construction or site disturbance is proposed for this subdivision. The proposed project is within the Residential Single-Family land use category and is located at 1939 Pecho Road (APN: 074-121-005) within the community of Los Osos. The site is in the Estero Planning area. Also to be considered is the determination that this project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA based on the General Rule or Common Sense Exemption. County File Number: C-SUB2025-00001 Supervisorial District: District 2 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 074-121-005 Date Accepted: 10/6/2025

WHERE

The hearing will be held in Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Andy Knighton, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-4142.

COASTAL APPEALABLE

Maino Construction Company, Incorporated is an equal opportunity Contractor. It is the responsibility of each Subcontractor to view all pertinent information and documents prior to submitting a proposal.

If the County approves this project, that action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission. An applicant or aggrieved party may appeal to the Coastal Commission only after all possible local appeals have been exhausted pursuant to Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043(b). Local appeals must be filed using the required Planning Department form as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.042(a)(1). Nicole Turner Secretary Subdivision Review Board January 15, 2026

January 15, 2026

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING SUBDIVISION REVIEW BOARD

WHO County of San Luis Obispo Subdivision Review Board

WHEN Monday, February 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM: All items are advertised for 9:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHAT Hearing to consider a request by Brian Zimmerman for a Lot Line Adjustment (N-SUB2025-00043 / COAL25-0011) to adjust the lot lines between three existing parcels of approximately 3,990 square feet each. The adjustment will result in two equally sized parcels of approximately 5,985 square-feet each. The adjustment will not result in the creation of any additional parcels. The proposed project is within the Residential Single-Family land use category and is located at 1950 Doris Avenue (APN: 074-161-023), 1970 Doris Avenue (APN: 074-161-030) and the vacant parcel (APN: 074-161-029) located between the developed properties; within the community of Los Osos. The site is in the Estero Planning Area of the Coastal Zone.

WHAT Hearing to consider a request by Emilio Ramirez for a Tentative Parcel Map (CO 24-0016) to allow 1) use the County’s Transfer of Development Credit Program (TDC) to increase density above what would otherwise be allowed and 2) subdivide an approximately 10.88-acre parcel into two parcels of 5.02 and 5.86 acres each for the sale and/ or development of each proposed parcel and designate the site as a TDC Receiver Site. The site is currently developed with a primary single-family residence, a secondary residence (or accessory dwelling unit), and three workshops. The project is within the Residential Rural land and located at 1688 and 1690 Quiet Oaks Drive, approximately .25 miles south of the Pomeroy/Los Berros Road intersection, approximately three miles north of the community of Nipomo, in the South County Inland Sub Area and in the South County Planning Area.

Also to be considered is the determination that this project is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. County File Number: N-SUB2025-00043 Supervisorial District: District 2 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 074-161-023, 029, 030 Date Accepted: 12/18/2025 WHERE The hearing will be held in Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Dane Mueller, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5600. Nicole Turner Secretary Subdivision Review Board January 15, 2026

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County File Number: N-SUB2024-00023 Supervisorial District: District 4 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 091-011-057 Date Accepted: 12/30/2025 WHERE The hearing will be held in Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Elizabeth Moreno, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781- 5600. Nicole Turner Secretary Subdivision Review Board January 15, 2026

NOTICE FIXING TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ARGUMENTS FOR OR AGAINST MEASURE B-26 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the County Clerk-Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, State of California, that at the Statewide Direct Primary Election to be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the following measure will be submitted to the voters of the Los Osos Community Services District: MEASURE B-26 “To provide open space and recreational facilities by creating a new community park with sports fields, shall the Los Osos Community Services District citizens’ initiative measure be adopted establishing a parcel tax of $185 parcel/year for 15 years, then dropping to $100 parcel/year (with CPI adjustments), to raise approximately $1,114,255 annually for 15 years for acquisition, and $602,200 annually after that for operations/maintenance, until ended by voters, with public disclosure, and local citizens’ oversight?” YES NO Primary arguments FOR or AGAINST this measure should be submitted to the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder, 1055 Monterey Street, D120, San Luis Obispo, not later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 6, 2026. This deadline has been determined by the County Clerk-Recorder to be a reasonable date, based upon the time necessary to prepare, print, and distribute the arguments to the voters as provided by law. Arguments shall not exceed 300 words in length and shall be titled either “Argument in Favor of Measure B-26” or “Argument Against Measure B-26.” Arguments may be submitted by the Governing Board of the district or any member or members of the governing board authorized by the board, any individual voter who is eligible to vote on the measure, any bona fide association of citizens, or any combination of these voters and associations. No argument will be accepted unless it is signed by the person or persons submitting it or, if submitted on behalf of an organization, the name of the organization and the name of at least one of its principal officers. No more than five signatures shall appear with any argument. If there are more than five signatures, only the first five will be printed. Arguments shall be typed in paragraph form and shall be submitted electronically along with the hard copy. Arguments must be accompanied by the following form statement (on a separate sheet) to be signed by each author or proponent of the argument: “The undersigned (proponents) or (authors) of the (primary) or (rebuttal) argument (in favor of) or (against) ballot Measure B-26 at the Statewide Direct Primary Election to be held on June 2, 2026, hereby state that such argument is true and correct to the best of (his) (her) (their) knowledge and belief.” NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that if more than one argument FOR or more than one argument AGAINST the Measure is submitted, the County Clerk-Recorder will select the argument FOR and the argument AGAINST, according to law. If an argument FOR and an argument AGAINST the Measure is filed, the County Clerk-Recorder will send a copy to the respective opposing authors in order that they may prepare and submit a rebuttal argument. Rebuttal arguments, if applicable, shall be titled “Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of or Against Measure B-26”. Rebuttal arguments shall not exceed 250 words in length and shall be filed no later than 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The Ten-Day Public Examination Period for Primary Arguments is February 7 – 16, 2026. The Ten-Day Public Examination Period for Rebuttal Arguments (if applicable) is February 25 – March 6, 2026. Any challenge to the validity of the arguments must be filed within the 10day public examination period. Dated: January 13, 2026

PUBLISHED NOTICE INVITING BIDS 18TH STREET SEWER IMPROVEMENTS AT ALLEY PROJECT NO. 25-27 SEALED BIDS will be received by the City Clerk, or designee, of the City of El Paso de Robles until February 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. for the 18th Street Sewer Improvements at Alley, DPW Project No. 25-27. Please be certain that any bid submitted is sealed and addressed and noted as follows: City of El Paso de Robles Public Works Administrative Department 4305 Second Wind Way Paso Robles, CA 93446 Sealed Bid for 18th Street Sewer Improvements at Alley, DPW Project No. 25-27 Following the closure of the bid submittal period, bids will be publicly opened and read for performing work as follows: Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and performing all work necessary and incidental to the construction of the project known as 18th Street Sewer Improvements at Alley, DPW Project No. 25-27, according to drawings and specifications prepared by the City of El Paso de Robles and according to the Contract Documents. The work shall include, but is not limited to, remove and replace existing sewer line, provide temporary sewer bypass and restore trench repairs. Contractor to provide all necessary work plans, permits, and inspections necessary, all as shown on the plans and/or as specified herein. Project is to be completed within Sixty (60) WORKING days from the date specified in the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor shall pay to the City of El Paso de Robles the sum of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), for each and every calendar day’s delay in finishing the work in excess of the calendar day completion time. The California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) implemented amendments to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulations (“Regulation”) which went into effect on January 1, 2024 and apply broadly to all self-propelled off road diesel vehicles 25 horsepower or greater and other forms of equipment used in California. A copy of the Regulation is available at https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/ barcu/regact/2022/off-roaddiesel/appa-1.pdf Bidders are required to comply with all CARB and Regulation requirements, including, without limitation, all applicable sections of the Regulation, as codified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations section 2449 et seq. throughout the duration of the Project. Bidders must provide, with their Bid, copies of Bidder’s and all listed subcontractors’ most recent, valid Certificate of Reported Compliance (“CRC”) issued by CARB. Failure to provide valid CRCs as required herein may render the Bid non-responsive. Copies of the Bid Documents are now on file and available for public inspection at Public Works Department at 1000 Spring Street, El Paso de Robles, California. Interested bidders must obtain copies of the documents electronically. The Contract Documents will be available electronically, at no cost, at DemandStar Paso Robles, CA. Use the link DemandStar Paso Robles, CA to navigate to the website for out to bid projects. To download the Bid Documents, the user must register as a user on the site. It is the responsibility of each prospective bidder to download and print all Bid Documents for review and to verify the completeness of Bid Documents before submitting a bid. Any Addenda will be posted at DemandStar Paso Robles, CA. It is the responsibility of each prospective bidder to check DemandStar Paso Robles, CA on a daily basis through the close of bids for any applicable addenda or updates. DemandStar Paso Robles, CA sends email notifications to ONLY those registered on their website. The City does not assume any liability or responsibility based on any defective or incomplete copying, excerpting, scanning, faxing, downloading or printing of the Bid Documents. Information on DemandStar Paso Robles, CA may change without notice to prospective bidders. The Contract Documents shall supersede any information posted or transmitted by any other vendor besides the City. Bidding procedures are prescribed in the Contract Documents. Each bidder must submit bid security in one of the following forms: cash, cashier’s check payable to City, a certified check payable to City, or a bid bond in the form included with the bid documents, executed by an admitted surety insurer, made payable to City in an amount equal to at least 10% of the total amount of the bid or proposal. Pursuant to Section 1770, et seq. of the California Labor Code, the successful bidder and all subcontractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5, for bids due on or after March 1, 2015, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal for, or enter into a contract to perform work on the Project must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1. No bid will be accepted, nor any contract entered into if the bidder is not registered as required by law. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300, for monies earned by the Contractor and withheld by City of El Paso de Robles to ensure the performance of the Contract, the Contractor may, at its option, choose to substitute securities meeting the requirements of Public Contract Code Section 22300. All bidders shall be licensed under the provisions of the Business and Professions Code to do the type of work contemplated in the project. In accordance with provisions of California Public Contract Code Section 3300, City has determined that the Contractor shall possess a valid Class A (General Engineering) License at the time that the bid is submitted. Failure to possess the specified license shall render the bid non-responsive. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a payment bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price, as well as a faithful performance bond, in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price. The bonds shall be on the forms included in the Contract Documents. City reserves the right to reject any or all bids; to make any awards or any rejections in what it alone considers to be in the best interest of City and waive any informalities or irregularities in the bids. The contract will be awarded, if at all, to the responsible bidder that submits the lowest responsive bid. City will determine the low bid. Date: January 15, 2026 Publication Dates: January 15, 2026 January 29, 2026

By: Ditas Esperanza P.E. Capital Projects Engineer

NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Morro Bay Public Works Department COLEMAN PARK IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE 1 Project No. MB2024-PA01 Notice is hereby given by the Public Works Department and the City Clerk of the City of Morro Bay, California, in the City Clerk’s Office, 595 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442, that the City will receive sealed bids for this formal project until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Bids received after that time will be returned unopened. The bids shall be opened and read aloud by the City Clerk, on the abovespecified date at or about 2:05 P.M. in an adjacent conference room accessible to the bidders and the public or in front of City Hall if dictated by current public health guidelines. Mailing and hand delivery address for bid proposals is: 595 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442 All bids shall be clearly marked, to prevent inadvertent opening by City mail management staff in advance of the bid opening, as: COLEMAN PARK IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE 1 MB2024-PA01 Scope of Work: The work shall include, but is not limited to, providing all tools, materials, labor, equipment, and incidentals necessary for the successful site grading and construction of an ADA concrete paved parking stall, concrete pedestrian walk ways, flatwork, and sidewalks, installation of water and sewer services, surface/subsurface drainage appurtenances, preparation of pad foundation for installation of a new prefabricated restroom building to be installed by the restroom manufacturer, installation of a play equipment area and surfacing, concrete seat walls, and related ADA improvements and associated improvements for the successful construction of the Project. All utilities not replaced will be protected in place including manholes and returned to their prior condition. The work will also include any required traffic control, signage, public notifications, stormwater control, shoring, formwork, and all other work necessary to render the infrastructure/facility complete and operational, as shown on the Project Plans and Specifications, as specified herein, and in accordance with City of Morro Bay Standard Specifications and Drawings, and Caltrans Standard Specifications. The Contract Documents must be obtained by download from ASAP Reprographics at www.asapreprographics.com. Bidders must register as an Official Plan Holder by contacting ASAP Reprographics and pay $25 (non-refundable) to download Contract Documents (including technical specifications and drawings) and be assured of receiving all addenda and plan revisions that may occur during the bidding process. The document holder list may be viewed online at the website above. This notice and addenda are also posted on the City’s website at: www.morrobayca.gov/Bids If a bid is submitted by a Contractor who is not licensed with classification “A” license in accordance with the provisions of the California Contractors License Law, the Bidder’s Bond shall be forfeited as detailed in Section 8.2 of the Invitation to Bidders. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities, and make an award deemed in the best interest of the City. Postmarks and facsimiles are not acceptable. Bids shall be executed on the forms provided in the book of bidding documents and in accordance with the instructions contained therein. Bids submitted in any way other than on those projectspecific, City forms will not be accepted. Bid security, in an amount not less than 10 percent (10%) of the total bid dollar amount, is required to be submitted with each bid. The bid security shall be in the form of a bidder’s bond or a certified or cashier’s check drawn upon a responsible bank made payable to the City of Morro Bay and conditioned to be forfeited to the City in the event the bidder, if their bid is accepted, does not enter into a written contract within ten (10) days after the Notice To Proceed is issued after the awarding of the contract. The bidder to whom the award is made will be required to furnish a payment bond and a faithful performance bond. Requests for information or clarification and any questions must be submitted IN WRITING and received in the Department of Public Works no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Requests may be submitted via e-mail addressed to: Jonathan “Nate” Stong, P.E., City Engineer nstong@morrobayca.gov Prevailing wages shall be paid in accordance with the provisions of Sections 1770 and 1780 of the State of California Labor Code of the State of California and the Compliance Monitoring Unit within the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement. In addition, the following conditions apply: • No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)]. • No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. • This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations If a pre-bid conference is held, prospective bidders are encouraged to walk through the proposed project sites. The objective of the walk through is to acquaint bidders with the site conditions. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held for this project: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. 101 COLEMAN DRIVE (COLEMAN PARK SITE) MORRO BAY, CA The Engineering Division has calculated an estimate of probable construction costs for this project. The City does not wish to publicize the engineer’s estimate of the project cost since this information may tend to influence the number and nature of bids received. However, for the bidder’s convenience and bonding estimating, the engineer’s estimate falls within a range of $400,000 to $500,000. The allotted time of construction for this project is FIFTY-FIVE (55) WORKING DAYS. A WORKING DAY is every weekday, except legal holidays as defined in Section 1-2 of the Special Provisions. CITY OF MORRO BAY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS – ENGINEERING DIVISION

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Free Will Astrology by Rob Brezsny Homework: What’s an underdeveloped side of you that would be fun to develop? Newsletter.freewillastrology.com ARIES

(March 21-April 19): Japanese Zen master Hakuin (1686-1769) painted with astonishing vigor well into his 80s. When asked his secret, he said he treated each brushstroke as if it were his first. He approached the ink and paper with a beginner’s inspired innocence. I propose that you adopt a version of Hakuin’s practice. Dive into your familiar routines with virgin eyes. Allow your expertise to be influenced by surprise. As for the mastery you have earned, may I suggest you use it as a launching pad for enthusiastic amateurism? Being skilled is wonderful. Being skilled and willing to experiment like a newcomer? That’s the high art of perpetual combustion, an Aries specialty.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20): In 1971, NASA’s Apollo 15 mission delivered a new asset to the moon: the Lunar Roving Vehicle. This batterypowered “moon buggy” enabled astronauts to explore farther from their landing site than ever before. They gathered a record haul of rock and soil samples and a deeper understanding of the lunar surface. I think you Bulls would be wise to get your own equivalent of that moon buggy. The apt metaphor here is enhancing your ability to extend your reach and explore beyond the familiar. In the coming weeks, I hope you will seek access to tools, allies, and freedoms that expand your range. Use them to push into new territory and scout around for intriguing valuables.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): Are you ready to unveil the half-hidden, halfbeautiful truths you have been keeping tucked away? I think you are. You might shake, sweat, and second-guess yourself right up until the moment the pivotal moment arrives. But then, I predict, you will zone in on how best to carry out your sublime assignment. The perilous blessings or radiant burdens you’ve been hoarding like secret treasures will finally spill out of you in just the right ways.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): A hermit crab finds a new shell not because the old one was bad, but because the creature grew. A similar urge stirs in you now: an instinct to relocate your sensitivity and tenderness into roomier housing. You don’t have to abandon your favorite people or situations. Just ripen and update your containers so your emotional intelligence can flourish even more. Maybe revise your work rhythms. Dream up new bedtime stories. Be braver in declaring your needs. Your ongoing transformations could be a bit bumpy, but mostly healing and cherished. Give them the spaciousness they require.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): Poet Jack Gilbert wrote, “We must risk delight. We can do without pleasure but not delight.” Here’s what I think he meant: Pleasure is easy to access, available in many transactions. But delight requires courage. We must be undefended enough to be astonished and elated. Here’s the potential glitch for you Leos: You sometimes feel inclined to perform your joy; you make your happiness into entertainment for others to be inspired by. But true delight is riskier and more real. It comes when you forget to curate yourself because you’re too enchanted to remember you’re being watched. Your next assignment: Conjure up three moments of private delight that no one but you will see.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Many of you are renowned for your precision, but that’s just half the story. The more complete truth is that when you are most robust, you’re a connoisseur of refinement. Your careful edits can transmute muddles into medicines. Your subtle fixes may catalyze major corrections. Here’s my bold declaration: You are now at the height of your Virgo powers. I hope you wield them with utter flair and finesse. Make everything you touch better than it was before you touched it.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Some astrologers work without ever glancing at the night sky. Their bond with the planets lives mostly through

abstract ideas. To balance that approach, Daniel Giamario developed a more hands-on approach to astrology. In his retreats, students trek into wild country, far from city lights, and spend the dark hours watching the dance of the heavenly bodies. He teaches that cosmic energies can be sensed through our beautiful bodies as much as they can be understood by our fine minds. In the weeks ahead, I invite you to infuse all your explorations with that spirit. Learn through direct encounters, not just through concepts and recycled reports.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): English is my first language. I love how its wild, hybrid, restless qualities enable me to express myself. I never grow weary of exploring its limits and discovering new ways to use it with flair and care. But I am also very grateful that my horoscopes are translated into Italian, French, Japanese, and Spanish. I am supremely blessed to have editors who turn my idiosyncratic prose into language that non-English speakers can enjoy. It’s one of the great gifts that life has given me. In the coming months, Scorpio, I will be wishing and expecting a similar bonus for you: help and support in expanding your ability to reach further in your self-expression.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your intrepid spirit is most likely to find exciting adventures if it’s exquisitely prepared. While I love your daring spontaneity and experimental expansiveness, I hope that in the coming weeks, you will work hard to support them with good planning and rigorous foresight. Be imaginative and disciplined, wild and calculating, irrepressible and solidly responsible. If you heed my advice, you could break your previous records for making marvelous discoveries in the frontiers. PS: Treat wonder like a muscle. Flex it daily—with gratitude.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Sandcastles are good reminders of how temporary everything is. We build them on the damp edge of the shore after the tide recedes, and then they crumble when the sea rolls back a few hours later. Let’s make the sandcastle your power symbol for the months ahead. In doing so, I don’t mean to imply that your certainties will be demolished. Rather, it’s my way of urging you to enjoy and capitalize on the ever-changing nature of all things. In fact, I believe that knack should be one of your specialties in the coming months. As the Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh told us, we should be grateful for impermanence, because it keeps every possibility alive.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): During World War II, the United States faced a natural rubber shortage and funded research into synthetic substitutes. The effort was partly successful, but there were also failed experiments. Among these was a substance that later became a popular toy named Silly Putty. It sold millions of units and made its marketer wealthy. I suspect a metaphorically similar breakthrough is looming for you, Aquarius: an unplanned discovery that holds unforeseen value. You may soon have your own “Silly Putty moment”—an invention, idea, or situation that is technically a detour from your original goal but still delivers a gift. So keep your curiosity loose and your judgment soft. Don’t dismiss the byproducts of your efforts. Some diversions may reveal themselves to be the magic you didn’t realize you needed.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20): I suggest you try an “as-if” exercise, Pisces. Here’s what I propose: Enjoy a five-day period visualizing what your life would be like if you stopped saving yourself for a mythical future—including both the positive and negative aspects. Instead, envision yourself spending the coming months doing exactly what you yearn to do most, gleefully and intensely pursuing your sweetest dreams and prime mission. During this sabbatical, you will refrain from invoking excuses about why you can’t follow your bliss. You will assume that you are attuned with the heart of creation. You will act as if you are a joy specialist who adores your life. ∆

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/s/ Jonathan “Nate” Stong, PE City Engineer Dated: January 15 & 22, 2026

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