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A Flat and Flexible State – In part 3 of the bikes
on State St. coverage, Sully Israel of Strong Towns SB argues for this particular proposed design, P.10 Bohemian Wall Street – La bohème set to Occupy Wall Street? Mo Zhou discusses why this setting makes the perfect update to the iconic opera, P.16
Freekeh-ing Good – Enjoy summer’s bounty with this salad that blends apricots, pistachios, and an exotic Middle Eastern grain, P.23 Faith in the Environment – Westmont hosts a climate advocacy workshop to inspire curiosity, hope, and hands-on help, P.26
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Farewell, Sharon!
Sharon Byrne to leave the Montecito Association for a national role working on women’s rights and the MJ wishes her best of luck, page 6
Real Estate Guide Inside!
MONTECITO!
With seven Michelin stars, Chef Thomas Keller to oversee all of Coral Casino’s eateries… including Tydes, which will be open to the public now that the MPC appeal has been resolved (Get a taste of what’s in store on page 5)
Take a look at this year’s Real Estate Special Edition of the Montecito Journal for a snapshot of the mid-year market, a rundown of reverse mortgages (and the regular ones), the flip side of Prop 19, and more! (Find the 56-page insert within)
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