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Volume 10 • Issue 1 • September 25 - October 1, 2014YOUR COMMUNITY IN YOUR HANDSThe Mission Plaza de San Luis Obispode Tolosa came alive Sept. 18 with a“Celebration of Mexican IndependenceDay” and performances with Mariachi,Aztec ritual, and folk ballet .The LatinoOutreach Council of San Luis Obisposponsored the event. More information onpage 41 with Photos by Erin O’Donnell.Gimme Me 3 Feet,Gimme 3 Feet Mister…By Michelle Mason and Camas FrankPhotos by Camas FrankIn a case of, “the squeaky wheel getsthe grease,” a new state law cameinto effect Sept. 16, mandating thatautomobile drivers give bicyclists a3-foot clearance on the road.“Give Me Three Feet” was the termadopted by the California BicyclistsCoalition to dramatize the change.The official title is Assembly Bill 1371,and it originated in Los Angeles due tonumerous difficulties bicyclists werehaving traversing the roads, as well asthe countless number of bicycle-relatedaccidents and fatalities that haveoccurred.According to the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration, theestimated number of bicycling injuriesSee 3 Feet, page 3Light Sail TestingContinues at PolyBy Camas FrankBill Nye The Science Guy, who isalso the CEO of the PlanetarySociety, may have missed all theexcitement during a recent tour of theCal Poly’s PolySat/CubeSat lab, whenhe visited campus last month, but teammembers are still hard at work on theproject funded by his organization.On Friday, as a steady stream ofnew students milled throughout town,members of the LightSail CubeSatTeam were hard at work getting theirmini-satellite tested for deployment.CubeSats are small satellites that canbe placed in orbit relatively cheaply, assecondary cargo on other launches andthe university has been a leader in thefield over the past decade.See Testing, page 5Round2- CandidatesAnsweron GrowthHedrickSpeaksHis MindWineBy TheDegree“WOW-ie”The KidsAre BackLocalTech FirmSellspage 4 page 6 page 18page 42 page 46

2 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • SLO City NewsTable ofContentsPolice Blotter ......................... 7Back to School Skate Contest .....9Candidates Talk—Week 2................ 4OP-ed Tax Fatique ......................... 6Meet Donald Hedrick ..................... 6Sports Schedule ............................. 8Coastal Culture ............................ 10805 Sound .............................. 11-13Entertainment .......................... 15-17Dinner and a Movie ......................18Harvest Festival Guide..............19-30Morro Bay TransitCall-A-RideCurb to Curb Transitfor EveryoneLet Morro Bay Transit do the drivingso you don’t have to.Monday–Friday6:25am–6:45pmSaturday8:25am–4:25pmCall 772-2744 between8–10am to schedule a ridemorro-bay.ca.us/transitLifestyle ...................................31-35Visitorʼs Guide .........................36-40Fiestas Patrias! ............................421WOWies are Back ....................... 42Paramedic Graduation ................. 43Employee Abuses ......................... 44Cal Deals Furniture ...................... 45Tech Xpress ................................. 46Biz Briefs ..................................... 47Bret Colhouerpublisherbret@tolosapress.comNeil Farrellmanaging editorThe Bay Newsneil@tolosapress.comTheresa-Marie Wilsonmanaging editorThe Coast Newst@tolosapress.comCamas Franksection editorSLO City Newsfrank@tolosapress.comPaul Winninghoffsports reportersports@tolosapress.comGareth Kellybusiness / lifestyle reportergareth@tolosapress.comChristy Serpaart directorJim Bennettgraphic designerJulia Lombardgraphic designerKathrene Tiffincopy editorKaila Lugoadministrative assistantPadma Mohanmarketing coordinatorADVERTISINGDave Diazinternet, text & loyalty marketingDana McGrawsales managerdana@tolosapress.comZorina Riccisenior advertising executiveSEO specialistz@tolosapress.comCarrie Vickermancarrie@tolosapress.comCONTRIBUTING WRITERS &PHOTOGRAPHERSTeri BayusMichael GuntherKing HarrisVivian KrugEvanne MingoriBetsey NashSLO NightwritersRay AmblerRuth Anne AngusAmy JosephCarrie JaymesErin O’Donnellwe’re on facebook.now you can view our papers every wednesday!reminder:If you’re in a photo,make sure to tag yourself!All Seats $ 8 Liam Neeson, Dan StevensA Walk Among the TombstonesRATED RShowtimes: 4:15 & 7:00PMYour Local TheatreThis is a publication of Tolosa Press, Inc., Copyright2007–2014 all rights reserved. One free copyper person. Additional copies can be obtained atour offices 615 Clarion Court, #2, San Luis Obispo,CA, 93401. Tolosa Press makes every reasonable effortto ensure the accuracy of its contents. Pleasenotify us if information is incorrect.phone (805) 543-6397fax (805) 543-3698615 Clarion Ct., #2, San Luis Obispo,CA 93401www.tolosapress.comCall 543-NEWS

SLO City News • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 3NEWS3 Feet, from page 1nationwide in 2012 was 49,000. Anestimated third of cyclist-relatedinjuries are due to being hit by a car.Assemblyman Steven Bradfordof Gardena, authored the bill, nowcalled the “Three Feet for Safety Act.”When the bill was initially submittedin 2010, Gov. Jerry Brown vetoed itdue to concerns from Caltrans and theCalifornia Highway Patrol. After thebill’s repeated submittals in 2011 and‘12, Brown finally agreed to sign the billinto law.The old law simply told drivers tomaintain a “safe distance” when passingbicyclists on the road. The language inthe new law says that drivers, who arepassing cyclists from behind, need tokeep their vehicles at a 3-foot distance.If traffic and road conditions preventthe driver from giving the bicyclist a3-foot clearance, drivers are required toslow down to a speed that is “reasonableand prudent,” and only pass when thecyclist is out of harm’s way.Violators could be fined up to $154,and, if the cyclist is injured, the motoristcould be fined $220.During a demonstration at the SanLuis Obispo Bicycle Coalition, SLOPDOfficer Robert Cudworth drove a policecruiser to pass the Coalition’s educationdirector, Vanessa Amerson, on herbike. Ofc. Cudworth noted that while,“years of experience and professionaljudgment” gave him the indicators heneeded to judge the correct distance,officers would not be using anythinglike tape measures to ticket drivers,rather they would still rely primarily onenforcement of safe practices.“We’re not out to ticket anyonejust because we can,” he said. “We’relooking to see if people are being safeand responsible in sharing the road.”Bicycle Coalition Executive Director,Dan Rivoire, did however pose forthe cameras holding a yardstick todemonstrate proper distance. He alsoadmonished that bicycle riders shouldrealize they are part of the trafficecosystem and that,while they rightfullyenjoy a measure ofprotection under“Give Me Three,”they are stillrequired to followthe law.Such safety tipsthat also happen to be mandatory, hesaid, cyclists must stay as far to theright as possible so as not to impedetraffic as well as pull over on ruralroadways to allow safe passing.Editors Note: Michelle Mason ofDynamic Electric Vehicles in SLOcontributed to this article. Masonadded that, in her opinion, fines shouldhave been significantly higher thanwhat the new law dictates, as well asdefining a speed limit for passing onroads that do not allow for a 3-footclearance. ✤NEW LISTINGOPEN HOUSEThis Sat & Sun, Noon - 3pmTwo AffordableRooms. Each IncludesAmenities.in BEAUTIFUL MORRO BAY!Room, Food & UtilitiesAll for $650/MonthContact Ellen for more details.(805) 748-2088Views of Morro Rock andthe Bay inside and out, fromthis charming single level 2bedroom, 2 bath, one cargarage home in desirable MorroHeights. Wonderful murals insidepainted by a previous Disneyartist. This home has beenlovingly maintained. $599,000474 Bernardo Ave, Morro BayLet me help you buy orsell your home today!CallLeslie!528-2020Leslie L. Lee, Broker, CRS, GRIMorro Bay Realty/San Luis Obispo Co.Properties/Western Heritage805.528.2020 / 805.459.7670License #01218232

4 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • SLO City NewsNEWSCandidates Talk About GrowthCountdown to Nov. 4By Camas FrankThe SLO City News, with our ElectionQuestionnaire series, has arrangeda “SLO-motion” version of a CityCouncil and Mayoral Candidate Forum.This is week two in our count down to theNov. 4 Election and we let the candidatesspeak for themselves on the topic ofgrowth.Three candidates are vying for themayor’s seat: incumbent Mayor Jan Marx,Donald Hedrick, and Jeffrey Specht. Fivecandidates vie for two open seats on theCity Council: incumbent CouncilwomanCarlyn Christianson, Gordon Mullin, DanRivoire, Michael Clark, and Daniel Cano.SLO City News: What is your positionon growth in the next decade? (Is slowgrowth still in effect? How dense is toodense?)Mayoral CandidatesJan Marx: Yes, residential “slowgrowth” is still in effect. The 2014 draftLand Use and Circulation ElementUpdate projects population at buildout to be around 52,000, which is lessthan the approximately 57,000-personprojections of 1994. Our increase inpopulation has been consistently lowerthan the 1% growth cap over the past10 years. I support increased densitythrough infill within our urban reserveline, so as to save money on infrastructureand reduce greenhouse gas emissions.The degree of density varies, as is deemedappropriate in different areas of the city.Density is determined by zoning and landuse designations set by City Council, withresident input, during public hearings.Donald Hedrick: Our city leadershave been selling out our town to thehighest bribers of outside big moneyspecial interests that would chomp upour town’s quaint historic image andcorrupting our town’s government withtheir mega projects that overwhelm ourview shed of our beloved surroundinghills with their stack and pack projects.They are changing the character of ourtown into their vision of “Anywhereville,”all in the interest of cherry pickingour town for their corporate bottom line.Development of our town should be doneby those who share our love of San LuisObispo and have a long-term commitmentand respect for the unique character ofour town, not to see how much profitcan be pulled out of maximizing growth.Locals would do better at developing ourtown.Jeffrey Specht: The atmosphere haschanged since I was here in the 1960s. Itwas slower then, population was minutecompared to now, and we are turningonto a bigger town faster. They’ve alwaystried to keep SLO pretty small. I reallylike the small town environment that’sbeen here since I was a kid. I would liketo see us grow at a lower rate. You can’tkeep people from moving here but wedo want to keep it small where it can becontrolled.City Council CandidatesCarlyn Christianson: The “slowgrowth-no growth” terms are outdated;now we realize that it’s not necessarilyhow fast or slow a city grows, but whetherit grows according to a well-designed planthat has had plenty of community input.My observation after 25 years in San LuisObispo, with many years advocating foraffordable and workforce housing andserving on Planning Commissions, is thatthe city’s 1% growth cap works to keephousing growth at a rate that has allowedthe city the time to protect its greenbeltand open spaces very well, while planningfor development under its General Plan.Our “Smart Growth” principles workwell for our city. As for density, there isdefinitely a line where development is toodense, but it’s important to remember thatdensity is what keeps our infrastructurecosts lower, and contributes to protectingour fantastic landscapes, rich Ag landsand beautiful open spaces and hills.Gordon Mullin: It is the policy ofthis city to keep growth to 1% and yes, Isupport that policy. Density is a subjectiveterm and would be different given thevariants in projects.Dan Rivoire: I’m running for CityCouncil because my wife Megan andI love San Luis Obispo and dream ofraising our family here. Many localfamilies share this dream and struggleto make it a reality. The priorities forupcoming developments should be toprotect neighborhoods, increase thepercentage of owner occupied homes,respect growth limits approved by priorcouncils, add head of household jobs, andaddress traffic impacts. Specific densitiesare detailed in the Land Use Element ofthe City’s General Plan, which is currentlybeing updated by the City Council. Withthe right leadership, these projects willimprove our quality of life.Mike Clark: Commercial growthof all kinds seems to have been fairlysteady in recent years. A mix of retail andcommercial buildings have been addedthroughout the city with a substantialexpansion along Broad between OldTown and the airport and at both endsof Tank Farm between Broad and SouthHiguera. One could not fail to noticethe development along LOVR betweenMadonna and US 101 over the pastdecade. The concern I have regards ourinfrastructure — water service, stormdrains, sewer capacity and the like —keeping pace with the growth.We sometimes forget that much ofour unseen infrastructure is past ornearing capacity and does or will requiresubstantial investment in maintenanceor upgrading. Therefore, we shouldbe cautious as we consider futuredevelopment proposals. Density is bestaddressed by additional apartments in R-3and R-4 zones and in the new, currentlyplanned residential developments. Ourresidential R-1 and R-2 zones should berespected.Dan Cano: Growth is almost alwaystied to the economy, and our economyis improving. We are already seeing newhousing and commercial development inthe pipeline. My position on growth is tostart with how we want San Luis Obispoto look in 20 years, and work back fromthere.We value stable neighborhoods withaccess to transportation and open space.This means we need to build adequatehousing that is affordable by design,including smaller starter homes that areenergy efficient.We don’t want to become a commutercity where people less vested and cometo work then leave. I would also like tosee small corner stores and markets thatpeople can walk or bike to, integrated intonew developments. San Luis Obispo isat a crossroads with how we grow in thenext 20 years, we need to make sure thatgrowth builds on our values instead ofdiminishing them.Next week: The Cal Poly/Cityrelationship takes the spotlight. ✤8 50 soundfind your beat

SLO City News • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 5NEWSTesting, from page 1LightSail-A is a “3U” (three units long)CubeSat sponsored by the PlanetarySociety to deploy a 32 square meter solarsail while in low earth orbit. Nye came toPoly at the end of August to see the solarsail deployed over a specially designedclean room table.However the tests didn’t get that farwhen the radio system failed. The testwas rescheduled for last Friday after theproblem was traced down to issues withrecently redesigned solar panel wiring(four panels provide power, distinct fromthe sail itself).Justin Foley, the Cal Poly staff memberrunning the CubeSat Lab, explained thatthe full deployment testing was againpushed back due to a software bug, which“is preventing the start-up sequence fromproperly initiating.”By Monday though he was hopeful thatthe bug was worked out and the teamagain readied their instruments.Once the CubeSat Team gets the satelliteto work glitch-free through an entire “dayin the life” testing cycle, they will alsoconduct environmental testing (vibrationand vacuum), launch coordination andintegration, and post-launch commandand downlink through Cal Poly’s groundstation.Loren Roberts, representing thePlanetary Society at Friday’s tests, saidthat LightSail-A is planned for launch inMay 2015 on an American rocket makingit the first test bed for the technology thatthe organization has been able to get intospace. A much more expensive satellitewas onboard a failed Russian rocketseveral years ago.A fully guided solar sail test will beheld in April 2016 after the launch ofLightSail-B on the SpaceX Falcon.As most of the scientists in the room towork on LightSail–A were with privatecompanies, and had driven up fromPasadena for the day to perform the tests;they were understandably excited aboutthe future of private space travel.On Sept. 16 NASA announced thatU.S. astronauts will once again travel tothe International Space Station usingAmerican spacecraft, this time using theservices of Boeing and SpaceX.“There won’t ever be a time when spacetravel is 100 percent privatized,” saidRoberts. “Public-private partnerships areawesome though. Advocacy is our [thePlanetary Society’s] primary roll. I know Bill[Nye] would like to see dozens of CubeSatsflying all over the solar system.” ✤WARDROBE,SHOWER ANDPET DOORS5 Hoursof Cleaning(Use it as you need it)Only $100...Save over $100!Let us dothe cleaning...so you don’thave to!MOBILE SERVICECompetitive rates for alltypes of cleaning, including: Dusty LadyCleanerswww.DUSTYLADYCLEANERS.com805/234-6326SLOCO Heating & Cooling, Inc.540 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay805-772-4433slocoheatingandcooling.comSeptember$300 RebateSpecial!

6 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • SLO City NewsOPINIONSan Luis Obispo Residents Facing Tax FatigueBy Dan CarpenterOn Nov. 4, SanLuis Obispovoters willbe voting on threelocal tax/bondmeasure — a new½-percent citysales tax (MeasureG), a $177 millionSan Luis CoastalUnified SchoolDistrict bond, and a $275 millionCuesta College bond.No sooner than the economy starts torecover from the recession, each one ofthese public entities is eager to solicityour resources to support their needs.Measure G is unnecessary when youconsider the addiction to revenue ourcity has. The marketing narrative fromCity Hall contends Measure G is an“extension” of Measure Y instead ofcalling it the “new tax” that it is.Misrepresenting the truth to ascertainan affirmative vote is deceitful. Nothingin the 2006 original ballot languageprovides an option to extend the taxwhen it expires in March, 2015.In fact, “eight years only” is explicitand unequivocal. Projecting that morethan 70 percent of the sales tax comesfrom consumers who don’t reside inthe city cannot be substantiated and isspeculative at best.Fear mongering tactics such as“residents will lose services,” or“capital improvement projects will bediminished,” are acts of coercion. Animpartial audit done this past springconfirms categorically that spendingon capital improvement projects hasremained constant the past 15 years,while staffing costs have escalated atan alarming rate consuming the lion’sshare of the additional revenue.Proponents should cease with thedeceptive portraiture as it continuesto insult the integrity of the informedvoter.San Luis Coastal Unified SchoolDistrict is the victim of poor leadershipin Sacramento, as our state legislaturecontinues to deprioritize spendingon public education. How is thatCalifornia now ranks 49th in the nationin per-student spending on K-12 whenCalifornians pay some of the highesttaxes in the country?Our state leaders continue tolose sight of their commitment toquality education by fraudulentlymismanaging and squandering ourprecious resources, hence thrustingthe unfair burden onto the backs of ourlocal economies.Cuesta College is asking districttaxpayers to open their wallets to thetune of a $275 million bond for facilityrepairs and upgrades. Based on myresearch, the facts simply don’t supportthe timing of this ask.Overall enrollment has dropped30 percent during the last four years,as have completion rates at bothNorth County and San Luis Obispocampuses. Course offerings in technicaland vocational fields have beeneliminated with more concentrationon transferable courses to four yearuniversities.A steady growth in students arecoming from outside the district toattend Cuesta because of its hightransfer rate to Cal Poly and thestudents do not pay any additionaltuition or fees.Only half of all students achieve theirgoal of a degree, certificate, or transferto a 4-year university, and they do so insix years. The current facilities appearunderutilized, underscoring the needfor a comprehensive feasibility studyto assess the potential for consolidatingNorth County and San Luis Obispocampuses into one location.Administrative operations shouldbe evaluated when considering themerits of this facilities bond. Overhalf the district’s full time faculty arepaid in excess of $100,000 a year totalcompensation (more than Cal Polyfaculty with PhD’s) while the overallnumber of classes offered has dropped.The recent summer session wasthrown together, not as a result oflong-term planning, but as a relativelylast minute effort to garner students toprevent a loss in revenue from the state.Not a good master plan for ongoingsustainable funding and meeting thedistrict’s standard for quality educationand student success.Cuesta recently emerged fromthe sanctions of accreditation andhas spent $120,000 in their bondfeasibility preparation and the school’sFoundation has committed another$65,000 to market this bond to thetaxpayers.Is this too soon to be asking for aninvestment of this size when the futureof the college was uncertain earlier thisyear? You’ll have to decide.The average SLO resident is not onlyfacing these local tax/bond measuresin November but also facing highersewer and water rates, rising utilitycosts, higher gas taxes, higher personalincome tax, raising health care costs,food, transportation and othernecessities. How will these measuresimpact working families, fixed incomeseniors, students with debt, and theworking poor?Property tax bonds in the City ofSLO are inherently regressive. Withtwo-thirds of the residences now “nonowner”occupied, landlords are inclinedto pass on any property tax increasesdirectly to their tenants.As your elected leaders, we shouldbe setting an example of sound fiscaloversight. It’s simply a bad time to askSLO residents to open their wallets. It’stime for all agencies to tighten theirbelts and live within their means just asour residents have been throughout therecovery. ✤Dan Carpenter is a San Luis ObispoCity Councilman. Send comments,Letters to the Editor to: frank@tolosapress.com.Meet Perpetual Candidate Donald HedrickBy Camas FrankIn the San Luis Obispo mayoralrace there is an incumbent, JanMarx; a newcomer, Jeffery Sprechtand Donald Hedrick and of the three,Hedrick is without doubt the mostentertaining and interesting.While Marx would like to maintaina relationship with the voters whohave already given her two terms andSprecht has entered to challenge theincumbent on various matters of Citypolicy, Hedrick should actually need nointroduction to anyone who has votedrecently.He is an eccentric community activistwho has run several times for CityCouncil. He’s run four times in the pastdecade for mayor and council positionsas they’ve become available. It’s fairto say that Donald Hedrick has spentas much or more time over the last 10years in the City Council Chambers thansome of the current council members.However, instead of holding office,he was waiting for his 3 minutes ofpublic comment on various items andgenerally concerning himself with theperceived influence of forces outsidethe County than he was with the policybeing debated.Hedrick believesin a varied array ofconspiracy theoriesthat have taken root inthe public imaginationsince 1994, aboutwhen the Internet tooksociety by storm.Among the thingshe’d like to makepolicy priorities in the2014 SLO City mayoralrace: an appointmentto the Air PollutionControl Board, to helpin regulating the “genocidal chemicals”being pumped into the atmospherein chemtrails over our coast; the geoengineeringhe says has contaminatedour soil with aluminum, after all, “sickplants don’t make nutritious food” anda desire to use the post to attend variousconferences throughout the country,“to ask the questions no one is asking.”“I study the Internet,” Hedrick says,although he adds he’s only been activeonline for the past 12 years or so. “We’rein real trouble, as a planet.”He’s been asuccessful artisanwelder for the past39 years. A whalesculpture/steamcooker that he madefor a Morro Bayrestaurant — TheWhale’s Tail — sat onthe Embarcadero fordecades before therestaurant closed andnew owners renovatedthe building. Now, itsits on a small trailerthat Hedrick towsaround town when making campaignstops.It had more tourist pictures takenin that time, he said, than almost anylandmark in the City of SLO. Hedrickstarted his career, he said, aftergraduating from Cal Poly and goinginto politics initially as treasurer forthe County’s Economic OpportunityCommission (now CAPSLO) in the1970s. He continued to be engagedthrough the 1980s and ‘90s but waspreoccupied with making his art studioon Sacramento Drive function, he said.That was until 2005, when a seriesof planning decisions concerning hisneighborhood flared up his interests,battles he’s still fighting.He describes his political reawakeningas a series of battles, including oneafter the last round of City elections,accusing the previous city clerk ofcolluding in stealing votes from hiscampaign. Allegations that he made ata recent City Council meeting, whichthe current city attorney, clerk and citymanager all denied.Hedrick takes aim at those leadersas well in his campaigning, in which hestill appears at the Thursday Farmer’sMarket in a diesel-powered wagon,wearing an tin foil hat that has becomehis trademark.In his view, elitist managers shouldhave their salaries reduced although,he added, the City’s problems go muchhigher on the org-chart than KatieLichtig.“There are many things that areunanswered,” he said, “Obama.[President Barack] Obama is a Britishagent. He was born in Kenya.” ✤

Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 7POLICE BLOTTERAvila Beach• Sept. 12: Deputies were called at 4:16a.m. to the 200 block of Avila Beach Dr.,for a disturbance. The ruckus was over, sothey filed a report.• Sept. 13: Suspected criminal activity wasreported at Front and San Luis Sts., but theflag was waived off, no penalty on the play.• Sept. 14: Someone called at 11:08 a.m. toreport animal cruelty at San Miguel andAvila Beach Dr. A second cruelty call camein at 5 p.m. at San Luis and Front Sts., asthe beach tends to make some animalslose their minds, and dogs like it too.• Sept. 18: Someone reported an odd duckquacking about on Canvasback Pl.Cayucos• Sept. 10: Sheriff’s deputies startedanother rape case in the 100 block ofPacific Ave., no doubt another episode inthe continuing saga, or is there more thanone perv on that street?Cambria• Sept. 10: Deputies were asked at 7:20a.m. to check the welfare of someone inthe 1700 block of Cardiff. When they gotthere at 1:52 a.m., they said forget it.• Sept. 15: Vandalism was committed bysome mutt on Romney.County Jail• Sept. 11: The Crime Lab asked six moreguests of the Parkinson Plaza to ante upa cup to the kitty for peace of mind inthe hoosegow. On Sept. 15, they samplednine more model citizens and 13 more onthe 16th, at this rate they will test ‘em allaround July 2021.• Sept. 13: Deputies started a case ofbattery in the County octagon and whilesuspects are no doubt numerous, they areeasily available for interrogation.Los Osos• Sept. 11: Some sinner is suspected ofelder abuse in the 2000 block of 10th St.,and the wrath of God be upon them.• Sept. 18: Someone reported a drunkenman swaddling down the 2100 block ofPalisades and deputies tossed the swizzlestick to the nick to sleep it off.Morro Bay• Sept. 16: Some poor working stiff inthe 500 block of Atascadero had hislandscaping equipment stolen, no doubtby some slacker who’ll never use them too.• Sept. 16: Police and firefightersresponded at 9:07 a.m. to Morro BayBoulevard where a parked motorcyclejumped in front of a 71-year-old womandriver. No injuries were reported thoughno one asked the sickle.• Sept. 16: A woman in town reported thetheft of her jewelry. No word on what thecrown jewels were worth.• Sept. 17: Police responded to a disturbanceat 2:10 a.m. at Lila Keiser Park and fightclub. They arrested a 48-year-old womanfor allegedly giving a false name to police,who discovered that she had two felonywarrants, which explains the nom de BS.Officers returned at 2:45 p.m. where theyconfiscated a syringe and a large pottedmarijuana plant at a transient camp inMorro Creek.• Sept. 17: Police responded to the 800block of Quintana and arrested a 26-yearoldscofflaw for two bench warrants. Whenthey searched him they found suspectedstolen property and an undisclosedamount of the evil weed, which ain’t gonnamake the judge none too happy.• Sept. 18: Police and firefighters respondedat 11:18 a.m. to the 700 block of Quintanawhere a utility pole leaped in front of a car.There were no injuries reported.• Sept. 18: A woman lost a tri-foldwallet somewhere in town, naturallyit wasn’t reported found. On the otherhand, someone found a suitcase withmiscellaneous junk inside and gave thatto police. On the 19 th someone turnedin a drive’s license that was consideredabandoned property.• Sept. 18: Police contacted a suspiciousman out at 3:22 a.m. at an undisclosedlocation in town and he was arrested onan alleged WIP — Walkin’ in Public whilehigher than the stacks on drugs.• Sept. 19: Someone in the 600 block ofthe Boulevard reported the theft of chairs,proving once again that people will stealanything.Pismo Beach• Sept 22: A woman reported that she hadbeen attempting to contact her father to tellhim that his other daughter was going intolabor and he wasn’t answering his phone.• Sept 21: Police were unable to locate tworambunctious drunken women on the 200block of Wawona.• Sept 21: A woman reportedly assaulted aman in a travel trailer parked in the Motel6 parking lot. Surprisingly she had beendrinking. He told police that he was goingto go to his house in Grover Beach to takeTylenol, but he refused to give his addressor answer the phone. He called back withan update and said that he was bleedinginside his mouth, but didn’t want to presscharges.• Sept 21: A third party report came inabout two hammered men roaming the100 block of Placentia. They were believedto be in a house under construction, butthey weren’t.• Sept 21: The good neighbor award goesto a guy on the 1400 block of Ocean whoreportedly threatened a caller and othersover a parking issue. The pissey parker wasgone before police got there and obviouslydidn’t need a space anyway.• Sept 21: Someone from Shell Cafécalled they refused to serve more alcoholto an already intoxicated woman andher husband got belligerent. They wereadvised to scram and took a cab no doubtto a bar.• Sept 21: A 24-year-old man dislocatedhis hip halfway down the beach accessstairs behind the Tides Motel. Apparentlythe stairs aren’t very accessible after all.• Sept 20: Two Jumbo Jacks in the drivethrough at Jack-in-the-Box got in to arumble. One guy repeatedly got out of hiscar and tried to drag the other guy outfrom his car.• Sept 20: The Coast Guard was called into help a reported sailboat turned overby the pier, but nothing was amiss. Uponinvestigation, it was unclear if an actualvessel was in the water or if it was a groupof whales spouting—those pranksters.• Sept 20: Extra patrols were requestedon the 800 block of Dugan where a callerreported that someone had been bangingon his door. When he opened the doorthere was nobody there, but a vehicle diddrive away. While he was outside the samevehicle drove by again.• Sept 19: A caller reported an ongoingproblem with a woman at the bus stop infront of St. Paul’s videoing students.• Sept 18: A female was yelling for help atMotel 6. When the front desk clerk wentto see what was going on there was a largedog in the room. The woman who wasexperiencing pain was taken to the ER andthe poor dog was taken to a kennel.• Sept 18: A caller reported two men, onein hospital pants and the other with a largetattoo on his stomach, were hitchhiking onthe 4 th Street on ramp. They were told toturn their thumbs upside down and getout of town.San Luis Obispo• Sept. 18: Police and paramedics werecalled at 12:30 a.m. to the 500 block ofCouper for a woman slumped over in afront yard, an apparent overdose. At 3a.m. they went to Osos and Peach where aman was lying on the sidewalk in the fetalposition. At 3:18, they went to Sierra VistaER to take a report of sexual assault. Andat 3:42 a.m. someone in the first block ofStenner reported his or her MacBook wasstolen and the loss was $1,000, as thecollege “week of wackiness” gets off to agreat start.• Sept. 17: Police were called at 8:07 a.m.to a disturbance at Starbucks on Madonna,Seems an irate transient man was insidethe place wreaking havoc. The caller toldhim to get lost and he no doubt told herwhere to get off.• Sept. 17: Someone in the 300 block ofTolosa said he or she discovered somerag picker going through their recyclingbin, yet another example of why we needSWAT.• Sept. 17: Police responded at 11:20 a.m.to a bus stop in the 1000 block of Orcuttfor an assault, which might explain whypeople don’t ride the bus.• Sept. 17: A citizen in the 1500 block ofMill called at 11:30 a.m. after he or sheinterrupted some guy burglarizing theapartment laundry room. A 34-year-oldmaster criminal was arrested for suspicionof burglary, possessing stolen items and ofcourse resisting arrest.• Sept. 17: Someone called from the 300block of Higuera at Ben Franklin’s becausea “No Parking” sign was parked in thetraffic lane.• Sept. 17: Someone in the 300 blockof Pacific called at 1:26 p.m. to report aman was passed out across the sidewalk.At 1:46, the clerk at 7-Eleven on Marshreported another bump on the log waspassed out blocking their doorway.• Sept. 17: Two SLO high school studentswere cited and released for being underthe influence of drugs, and no doubt 10 or20 slipped under the radar.• Sept. 17: Police were called at 6:57 p.m.to the 800 block of Islay for a complaintabout screaming kids, which happens for3 hours every Wednesday. Police found noviolations, a case of be thankful it’s onlyWednesdays.• Sept. 17: Police were called to adisturbance at 7:30 p.m. in the 1000 blockof Peach. Logs indicated an evicted tenanthad returned and parked in what used tobe his driveway. The 23-year-old dingushad a warrant, and was arrested.• Sept. 17: Police responded to a loud,party with 200 revelers at 11:55 a.m. inthe 200 block of California. Logs indicatedthey tossed just one guy into the tank forbeing schwasted, a possible case of takingone for the team.• Sept. 16: Police got a 9-1-1 call at 10:17a.m. from Holiday Inn Express in the 1800block of Monterey. Dispatch spoke with adesk clerk who told them, “It’s the ghostroom problem,” a clear case for PeterVenkman.• Sept. 16: Police responded at noon toFirestone Grill on Higuera after someonecalled and said he or she was eating outsideand asked this person who was smoking tomove away from them and was apparentlyhuffed, puffed and rebuffed, a hangingoffense in San Loco.• Sept. 17: Police responded to PrefumoCanyon Road at the head of the naturetrail for a car burglary, as City ruins natureonce again.• Sept. 17: A citizen in the 500 block ofWestmont called at 1:15 a.m. after he orshe heard a girl crying, crashing noises anda guy say, “I would never hit you,” famouslast words indeed.• Sept. 17: Someone in the 200 block ofJeffrey called at 6:24 a.m. to complainabout construction noise at the Santa RosaPark skate park, a case of just wait ‘til itopens.• Sept. 16: Someone at Walnut and Chorrocalled police at 1:50 p.m. to report a creepy,disheveled, hombre, wearing shorts, with agoatee and tattoos was there doing drugs.The 33-year-old GQ man was tossed to thenick for being UTI.• Sept. 16: A citizen called from McDonald’son Madonna to report a woman panhandlerwith a small child in tow. Logs indicatedshe didn’t care about the begging, but thatpoor child…• Sept. 16: Someone called at 4:30 p.m.from the 1100 block of Broad to reportsome jacka** was passed out at WildDonkey Café.• Sept. 16: Police were called to adisturbance at County Mental Health.Logs indicated a patient was arrested forvandalism; with insanity defense no doubtto come.• Sept. 16: Police got a number ofdisturbance calls in quick succession, aspeople all over town just couldn’t seem toget along. At 7:45 p.m. in the 2300 blockof Augusta, came an abandoned 9-1-1 call.On callback, a woman said her 16-yearoldminx daughter had called. At 8, inthe 1100 block of Tulip came a disputebetween a father and his 16-year-old son.They had been shoving but were now justyelling and screaming at each other. At8:09, in the 1200 block of Laurel, someonein the Sydney Creek apartment’s commonarea said some guy tried to hit him witha broom. At 10:10, at Santa Rosa Shell,a man reported some crazy dude with agolf club was threatening to hit him. Anda 10:34, the clerk at Mission Chevron saidhe’d caught some shoplifter and the crooktried to hit him, too.• Sept. 16: Someone in the area of Fredericksand Hathway called at 11:54 p.m. to reportseveral hundred “drunken freshmen” wererunning amok. Three future leaders werecited for minor in possession, as collegegets off to a grand start.San Simeon• Sept. 18: San Simeon’s weekly reportwas for a petty theft in the 9200 block ofCastillo, and the crime wave continuesunabated. ✤

8 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • SLO City Newsproudly supports OUR local Athletes!FOOTBALL9/25 SLOHS vAGHS @SLOHS4:00/5:00/6:00pm9/26 SLOHS v MBHS@MBHS JV 4:00pmFOOTBALL9/25 AGHS v Liberty @AGHSFr 5:00pm @AGHS9/26 Liberty v PioneerValley @AGHS Var7:00pm JV 4:00pmSAN LUIS OBISPO HIGH SCHOOLGIRLS’ GOLF9/25 Mid-SeasonTournament @RanchoMaria 2:00pmARROYO GRANDE HIGH SCHOOLGIRLS’ GOLF9/25 AG Tournament@Cypress Ridge Var2:00pm9/30 AGHS v PioneerValley @Black Lake Var2:30pmCROSS COUNTRY9/27 Var @StanfordInvitational @Palo Alto9:00amCROSS COUNTRY9/27 AGHS v Nike PreNationals Invitational@Portland, OrgeonVar 3:000amWATER POLO9/18 SLOHS v Santa Ynez@Sinsheimer Pool (Var4:30pm, JV 4:00)9/23 SLOHS v AtascaderoHS @Sinsheimer Pool (Var4:30pm, JV 4pm)WATER POLO9/25 AGHS v CrescentaValley @CVHS Var3:30pm JV 3:30pm9/26-27 AGHSv Righetti NoviceTournament @RHS Var9/26-27 AGHS v IrvineTournament @Irvine HSGIRLS’VOLLEYBALL9/25 SLOHS v AGHS @SLOHS 4:00/5:00/6:009/27 Royal Classic @Simi Valley TBA9/30 SLOHS v PioneerValley @SLOHS4:00/5:00/6:00GIRLS’VOLLEYBALL9/25 AGHS v SLOHS@SLOHS Var 6pm JV5pm Fr 4pm9/27 AGHS v PioneerValley Tourn @PVHS JV8am9/27 AGHS v RoyalTourn. @RHS Var TBAGIRLS’ TENNIS9/25 SLOHS vAtascadero HS @Atascadero HSVar 3:30pm JV 3:30pm9/30 SLOHS v St.Joseph @St. JosephVar 3:30pm JV 3:30pmGIRLS’ TENNIS9/25 AGHS v PioneerValley Var @PVHS 3:30pmJV @AGHS 3:30pm9/26 AGHS v ValenciaVar @VHS 2:30pm9/27 SGHS v ValenciaFall Brawl Var @VHS TBA9/30 AGHS v Atasc. Var@AGHS JV @AHS 3pmFOOTBALL9/26 MBHS v SLOHS@MBHSJV 4pm, Var 7pmGIRLS’ GOLF9/25 LompocTournament @LaPurisima GC Varsity2pmYour LOCAL Car Care Professionals!Alumni Owned286 Higuera St. (805) 786-4056MORRO BAY HIGH SCHOOL9/29 Pioneer Valley @Black Lake GC Varsity2:30pmCROSS COUNTRY9/27 MBHS v Bell JeffV Invitational @GriffithPark, Burbank9/27 RighettiInvitational @ElksEvent Center- SantaMaria 10:00amMISSION COLLEGE PREPFOOTBALL9/26 MPHS v LinfieldChristian @LinfieldChristianVar 7:30pmCROSS COUNTRY9/27 MPHS v StanfordInvite @Palo AltoVar 8:00amGIRLS’VOLLEYBALL9/25 MPHS vAtascadero @MissionPrep Var 6:00pm JV5:00pm9/27 MPHS vCarpinteriaTourn. @CarpinteriaVar 8:00pmGIRLS’ TENNIS9/25 MPHS v PasoRobles @SinsheimerAtascaderoVar 3:30pm JV 3:30pm9/30 MPHS v Righett @Sinsheimer St. JosephVar 3:30pm JV 3:30pmWATER POLO9/26-27 San GabrielInvitational @DiamondBat HS Var TBA10/1 MBHS v Nipomo@NipomoGRAND OPENING$10 offOILCHANGEPASS orDON’TPAY!+$5 OFF YourState Smog InspectionGIRLS’VOLLEYBALL9/25 MBHS vTempleton @MBHSFr 3:30pm, JV 4:30pm,Var 5:30pm9/30 MBHS v NipomoHS @Nipomo HSFr 3:30pm, JV 4:30pm,Var 5:30pmFREE WIPERBLADES!With a Full-PriceOil Change ServiceA $20 value at any locationOr get $20 off a set ofEuro Blades.GIRLS’ TENNIS9/25 MBHS v LompocVar 3:30pm @LompocJV 3:00pm @MBHS9/30 MBHS v OrcuttVar 3:30pm @MBHSJV 3:30pm @HancockCollegePro Baseball TryoutsTryouts will be held this weekend for anew professional baseball league beingformed now, with time to play ballcoming in fall 2015, and local ball players areencouraged to see if they’ve still got game.The first tryouts for the Desert Fall BallIndependent Professional Baseball League,are set for Saturday, Sept. 27, at SeasideHigh School, 2200 Noche Buena St, Seaside,Calif. Tryouts cost $100 per player.The league envisions four teams — threein Arizona and one in California — and willplay an initial 48-game schedule, explainedJim Hayes a Morro Bay man involved withthe league.“We chose these cities for their climate atthat time of the year [September-October],”≈ “and the fact that this will be the onlyindependent, pro fall baseball league in theUnited States.“We are looking for players to sign in orderto get your foot in the door of professionalbaseball and extend the season of thoseplayers who have no where to play in thewinter, work on their skills, and get seen,”Hayes said. Interested players, 18-older only,can email Hayes at: jimhayes32@hotmail.com to get forms and more information.Visit us atany of theseconvenientlocations!1544 Spring Street2505 Theater Drive

SLO YMCA Back to School Skate ContestPhotos By Jeremiah SerpaTolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 9SPORTSSLO YMCA Back toSchool ContestGrinds and slideswere on display at the YMCAsponsored skate contest atthe South County Skate Parkin Grover Beach on Saturday.Check out skate campfor kids for 5-14 years oldon Saturdays from Sept.27 to Oct. 25. For moreinformation, call JeromeJones at 543-8235 or sendhim an Email to jjones@sloymca.org. ✤It’ll be thecat’s meowHi-de-hoShow your support for theSan Luis Obispo Children’s Museumby attending the Boogie Woogie Bash!Saturday, October 18, 20145:30 - 10pmSLO Vets Hall - 801 Grand AvenueSan Luis ObispoCome decked out in your best 1940’s attire forDinner, Dancing to Riptide Big Band, Auctions,games and more!$100 per person for a swell timeTo speak with people in the know, ring 805 545-5874

10 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressCOASTAL CULTURESurvive OarsStory by Gareth KellyPhotos courtesy of Survive OarsAs an occupational therapistspecializing in lymphedematherapy in Morro Bay, LeslynKeith sees her fair share of cancersurvivors, especially breast cancer. Afew years ago, one of Keith’s patientsreturned from Sydney with a tail ofdragons! Not the fire-breathing, flyingkind but the boat kind from ancientcancer. The dragon boats were racingin the Sydney harbor as part of a cancercampaign. After hearing the story,Keith didn’t see any reason why MorroBay couldn’t have its own dragon boatsand races. She contacted a few friends,Rosemary Battaglia, Shush Crotzierand Denise Youngman, and they sentout an invitation to all the cancersurvivors they could think of.“At our first meeting, we didn’t knowhow many people would turn up.Twenty-five did. It was great. All cancersurvivors looking to get together anddo something fun and a bit differentand also active,” Keith said.At first, the ladies jumped into a10-person war canoe just to get out onthe water. Later, seven ladies went toTempe, Arizona to attend a dragon boatcamp. “We went to the dragon boatcamp to learn more about the boatsand the techniques used to paddle andrace. We took part in a few races, whichreally increased our enthusiasm on ourreturn to Morro Bay,” Keith said.Eventually, the group, thanks to alocal benefactor, raised enough moneyto buy their first boat. The boats are40-feet long and seat 20 paddlers, oneperson to steer at the rear and oneperson to bang the drum at the front ofthe boat for a total of 22 people. By now,the ladies realized they were dedicatedto developing this idea into somethingfor all cancer survivors and as interestincreased and asnot only moresurvivors wantedto join but so didtheir spouses, thegroup formed anon profit andbecame the CentralCoast SurviveOars.“There was ascientific studydone, which toldof the benefitsthat this typeof exercise has for breast cancersurvivors. We practice four times aweek, sometimes we practice racingtechniques, sometimes we practicepaddling and other skills and we alsohave a Zen practice session where wesimply go out on the bay and enjoy thescenery. Anyone can do it; most of ourmembers range from mid-30s to mid-90s. We have a lot of fun and it’s a greatway for people to come together,” Keithsaid.In 2011, one of the original teammembers, Joanna Frawley, passedaway. She left something for the groupin her will, enabling the group topurchase a second boat, which theynamed Joanna in her memory. Locally,the group has raced in Long Beach,Las Vegas, Seattle and Oregon andhas become rather successful winingmedals in both the women’s cancerdivision and also the mixed division.“In October, a few of us are headingto the International Dragon BoatFestival in Sarasota, Florida. Thevenues usually provide the boats,so all we take are our life vests andpaddles. There will be 50 to 100 teamscompeting. Each race usually consistsof approximately three to eight boatsracing a straight course of around 500meters. Each race usually lasts aroundtwo to three minutes,” Keith said.The group continues to grow,especially as more men have gotteninvolved and they hope to one daybe able to host a small invitational inMorro Bay. Anyone can get involvedwith the group and with 20 seats oneach boat, there’s always room for newpeople. To find out more about thegroup and to learn how you can get outon the water or simply just donate tothe cause, visit www.surviveoars.org. ✤ Approximately 65% of peoplewith hearing loss are belowretirement age.Approximately 1 in 5Americans age 12 and olderexperiences hearing losssevere enough to hindercommunication.Hear all the sounds of SummerOn average, people waitfive to seven yearsbetween first experiencinghearing loss and actuallygetting help for it.ENJOY BETTER HEARING THIS SUMMER!The perfect time for a complimentary hearing screeningis now. Summer is a joyous time filled with the harmonioussounds of the great outdoors and social gatherings.Call (805) 995-4826 todayto take advantage of ourFREE hearing screening offer!*Solely for the selection of proper hearing instrumentation and not a medical diagnosis.July Special• FREE hearing screening *• FREE technology demonstrationCall today for aFREE hearing screening andFREE 30-day trial.Come in today to try it on.1052 Main St, Ste B • Morro Bay, CACALL TODAY(805) 995-4826© 2014 Starkey. All Rights Reserved. 6/14 26497-14

Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 1180 5 soundfind your beatFrog & Peach: Scotty O’Graci’s Soul Explosion(Featuring Scott Andrews on Sax)Photos By Erin O’DonnellThu 9/25 ..... The Great SpiritBandFarmer’s Marketfood welcome insideFri 9/26 ..... A La LuneSat 9/27 ..... Chronic VitalityMon 9/28 ..... WhiskeyJacksTue 9/29 ..... Charles EllesworthTue 9/30 ..... Mark Sexton Band Every Sunday and Mondaynight from 10pm to close Drink specialsall night long

12 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa Press8 50 soundfind your beatNightlife & ClubsSouth CountyTHE CLIFFS RESORT: 2757 ShellBeach Road, 773-5000 or cliffsresort.com.F. MCLINTOCKS SALOON: Twolocations: 750 Mattie Road in PismoBeach and 133 Bridge St. in ArroyoGrande. 773-1892 or mclintocks.com. Live music at the Pismo Beachlocation every Fri. and Sat. from 6-9pm.Tennessee Jimmy Harrell and DocStoltey play on alternating weekends.HARRY’S NIGHT CLUB ANDBEACH BAR: Cypress and Pomeroy,downtown Pismo Beach, 773-1010.Every Thu. Front Row Karaoke. 9/25Front Row Karaoke 9pm 9/26 CKSolution 9pm 9/27 Rock Solid 3pmCK Solution 9pm 9/28 Soundhouse9pm 9/29 Soundhouse 7:30pm 9/30Shameless 7:30pmLAETITIA WINERY: 453 LaetitiaVineyard Drive, Arroyo Grande, 481-1772. Live Music Saturdays and Sundays1-4pm.LIDO RESTAURANT AT DOLPHINBAY: 2727 Shell Beach Road, ShellBeach, 773-4300 or thedolphinbay.com.Join Three Martini Lunch every Thurs.and Fri. from 6-9pm. Live Music EveryTues. from 5:30-6:30 and Thursdaysand Fridays 6-9MONGO’S SALOON: 359 W. GrandAve., Grover Beach, 489-3639. KaraokeTuesday and Wednesday 9pm. LiveMusic and dancing every Friday andSaturday at 9pm.MR. RICK’S: 404 Front St., AvilaBeach, 595-7425 Happy Hour Monday-Thursday 4-7pmSEAVENTURE: 100 Ocean View,Pismo Beach, 773-4994. Live musicevery Wednesday from 6-9pm in theFireplace room. Acoustic Sundays from3-6pm on the Deck.SHELL CAFÉ: 1351 Price St., PismoBeach, 773-8300. 9/25 Songwriters atPlay 7pm 9/26 Swing Shift 7pm 9/27Geoff Baker 11am Maxhead room 7pm9/28 John Alan Connerley 11amTALLEY VINEYARDS: 3031Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande, 489-0446,talleyvineyards.comVENTANA GRILL: 2575 Price St.Pismo Beach, 773-0000, or ventanagrill.com. Matt Cross plays on Mon and Wed.evenings.VINO VERSATO: 781 Price St., PismoBeach, 773-6563 or vinoversato.com.Every Tuesday: Side EffectsCREATIVE JUICES LOUNGE:874 Guadalupe Street, Guadalupe,CA 93434, 805-219-0518 www.creativejuiceslounge.com for upcomingeventsSan Luis ObispoBON TEMPS CREOLE CAFE: 1000Olive St., 544-2100. Zydeco music, liveblues, and jazz on Monday, Wednesdayand Thursday evenings.CREEKY TIKI: 782 Higuera St., 903-2591. www.creekytiki.com EVERYFRIDAY Live Music 9/25 String TownAmbassadors 9/26 Michael KeeneyFROG & PEACH PUB: 728 HigueraSt. (805)595-3764. 9/25 The GreatSpirit Band 9/26 A La Lune 9/27Chronic Vitality 9/28 Whiskey Jacks9/29 Charles Ellesworth 9/30 MarkSexton BandTHE GRADUATE: 990 IndustrialWay, 541-0969 or slograd.com. EveryThu. Is Country Night 8pm 18+, EveryFri “Noche Caliente” or “Hot LatinNights” 18+, Every Sat “Big Chill” hitsfrom the 70’s 80’s 90’s 21+ & EverySunday is Minor Madness 8pm-11:45pmLINNAEA’S CAFE: 1110 Garden St.,541-5888. 9/25 SLO Fed Jazz Jam 9/26Stringtown Ambassadors 8pm 9/27Bigfoot Comedy Troup lots o’ laffs 8pm9/28 Café closes at 8pmLUNA RED: 1023 Chorro St., 540-5243. TBA9/25 Robin Bacior 10pm-12am 9/26 Girls and Boys 10pm-12am9/27 Bonaventure 10pm-12am 9/28Summer Sunday w/ Amy Obenski 3-5pmPAPPY MCGREGOR’S:pappymcgregors.com or 543-KILT(5458), 1865 Monterey St. Live music isWed./Thurs./Fri. from 6-9pm. Old TimeFiddle & Banjo Show every Wed. from6-9pm.SLO BREWING CO.: 1119 GardenSt., 543-1843 or slobrewingco.com9/25 Arron Carter 7:30pm 9/26 ProximaParada 9/27 Double Vision- A Tribute toForeigner 9/28 The Lone Bellow 9/30Through the RootsServingSEXTANTWINESonnTapO FB E N E F I T IN G U N IT E D W AYS A N L U I S O B IS P O C O U N T YSINCE 1924DELICIOUS FOOD.WHERE THE PARTY NEVER ENDS!THU9/259PM-CLOSEFRONT ROWKARAOKEOn the Bluff at theSeaCrest OceanFront Hotelin Pismo BeachBreakfastall dayLIVE MUSIC THIS WEEKTHU, 9/25FRI, 9/26Stringtown AmbassadorsMichael KeeneyFRI9/26SAT9/279PM-11:303:00PM-7:309PM-11:30CK SOLUTIONROCK SOLIDCK SOLUTIONOctober 12, 2-6pmEnjoy Central Coast wine,beer and food tastingGrammy Award Winning MusicianLouie Ortega& Rio SalinasSpecial Guest VuDoo Lounge$25 Adults 21+ | $10 20 & underwww.unitedwayslo.org805-541-1234AND LIVE MUSIC.Wed–Sat, 7-10pmBlues Master Jam–Wed 6:30-9:30Songwriters At Play–Thu 6:30-9:30shellcafepismo.com805.773.83001351 Price Street, Pismo Beach(Hwy 1 and Price Street at theentrance to Pismo Beach)Now Serving Breakfast!Happy Hour Every Day 2-6MUNCHIESFISH TACO ...........................3.50PERSONAL PIZZA ..............3.50(PEPPERONI OR CHEESE)ONION RINGS ....................3.50SHOESTRING FRIES ........3.50SWEET POTATO FRIES ....3.50CHIPS AND SALSA ...........3.50CORONA BUCKET(5 BEERS) ..................$15.00ALL DAY EVERYDAYDRINK SPECIALSDOS EQUIS DRAFT ...........2.50STRONGBOW DRAFT ......2.50DRAFT BEERS .....................4.00WELL DRNKS ......................4.50CALL DINKS .........................5.50PREMIUM COCKTAILS .....6.50BRING YOUR TIKI KOOZIEAND GET $1 OFF ANY CANALL DAY EVERY DAY782 Higuera St, SLO805.544.220011:00am-12:00amSUN9/28MON9/29TUE9/30WED10/1THU10/29PM-CLOSE9PM-11:307:30PM-11:307:30PM-11:307:30PM-11:30SOUNDHOUSESOUNDHOUSESHAMELESSSHAMELESSFRONT ROWKARAOKE(805) 773-1010690 Cypress St., Pismo Beachwww.harryspismobeach.comOpen 10am-2am Daily

Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 1380 5 soundfind your beatNorth Coast10TH STREET GRILL: 2011 10th St.,Los Osos, 528-2011 or 10thstreetgrill.com.CAMBRIA PINES LODGE: 2905Burton Drive, Cambria, 927-4200 orcambriapineslodge.com. Entertainmentevery night in the Fireside Lounge.FUEL DOCK SALOON: 900 Main St.,Morro Bay, 772-8478MOZZI’S SALOON: 2262 Main St. inCambria, 927-4767.Friday Night: Karaoke, Saturday Night:Live MusicOLD CAYUCOS TAVERN: 130 N.Ocean Ave., Cayucos, 995-3209. Fri.-Sat.: Live music.OTTER ROCK CAFE: 885Embarcadero, Morro Bay, 772-1420.Every Wed: Karaoke, 8pm. Every Thurs.:Thursday Night Spotlight, 8pm. 9/26Lu Lu & The Cowtippers 9/27 CronDogs9/28 Meet the Foppers 9/29 MondayNight Football/Drink & Food SpecialsSKIPPERS RESTAURANT: 113 NOcean, Cayucos, 995-1122.SWEET SPRINGS SALOON: 990 LosOsos Valley Road, Los Osos, 528-3764,sweetspringssaloon.com. Friday andSaturday: Live music from 9pm to 2am.TOGNAZZINI’S DOCKSIDE: 1245Embarcadero, Morro Bay, 772-8100.WINDOWS ON THE WATER: 699Embarcadero, Suite 7, Morro Bay, 772-0677. Live music every Monday andFriday evening.North CountyASUNCION RIDGE: 725 12th St.,Paso Robles, 237-1425 Live musicSaturdays from 5-8pmAVION & CLAW: 6155 El CaminoReal, Atascadero, 461-9463 oravionandclaw.com. Live music Thurs.-Sat. from 7-10pm.BROKEN EARTH WINERY: 5625Highway 46E, Paso Robles, 239-2562.BRU COFFEEHOUSE: 576 El CaminoReal, Atascadero, 464-5007. Livemusic every Friday from 7-9pm. 9/19BlackBird Blue 9/26 Greg BoswellSeptember Artwork from Anna JohnsonCAMOZZI’S: 5855 El Camino Real,Atascadero, 466-1880.D’ANBINO VINEYARDS ANDCELLARS: 710 Pine St., Paso Robles,227-6800 or danbino.com. EverySaturday 2-4:30 pm wine and musicevents.LA BELLASERA HOTEL ANDSUITES: 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles,238-2834, Guitar/Vocal duo, AdamLevine and Judy Philbin play everyThurs. from 7-9pm, in the dining room/bar.LAST STAGE WEST: Halfway Stationon Highway 41 (15050 Morro Road atToro Creek), 461-1393 or laststagewest.net. Most shows start at 6pm. 9/29Charles Ellsworth 9/30 IndigenousRobot 10/4 R Buckle Road 10/8Bluegrass Jam Night 10/10 Brenda Xu10/22 Bluegrass Jam NightPAPPY MCGREGOR’S:pappymcgregors.com or 238-7070, 1122Pine St. in Paso Robles.PASO ROBLES INN CATTLEMAN’SLOUNGE: 1103 Spring St., 238-2660.Live entertainment Friday and Saturdayat 9:30pm.PINE STREET SALOON: 1234Pine St., Paso Robles, 238-1114. EveryMonday Open Mic. 9pm. Every Tuesday/Friday/ Sunday Marilyns Karaoke 9pm.Every Thursday North County Line UpLive Music 9pm. 9/25 Hats off Band9/27 Wild West Show 9/28 MarilynsKaraoke 9:00pm 9/29 Open Mic Night9pm 9/30 Marilyns Karaoke 9pmTHE PONY CLUB AT HOTELCHEVAL: 1021 Pine St., Paso Robles,226-9995. 9/25 Saxby Winery 5pm 9/26Louie Ortega 7-10pm 9/27 Luke Bryon7-10pm 9/28 Lance Robinson 5-8pmThe Ranch: 1285 Mission St. in SanMiguel, liveattheranch.com or 467-5047.9/27 Space Bound 18+SCULPTERRA WINERY: 5015 LinneRoad, Paso Robles, 226-8881. Steve Keypresents “Songwriters at Play” Sundaysfrom 1-4pm.VINA ROBLES AMPHITHEATRE:3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, 286-36809/30 Crosby, Stills and Nash 10/4 MikeAnnuzzi 10/10 Ray LaMontagne. Checkout Vina Robles Amphitheatre on linefor tickets, times, and pricing www.boxofficecenter.com.Bringing Back Radio to the Community.100%listener/communitysupportedshowsfrom local residentsfood & winepharmacologypetsbusinesscouncilrecoverycommunitycalendarastrologyhealth & fitnessmusicinterviews805-772-1314 Business Office | 805-772-2037 Listener LineEsteroBayRadio.orgSATURDAYS 2-6PMFAMILY FUN!RSVP WITH US ON FACEBOOK

14 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa Press8 50 soundfind your beatBritish Beat to Play SLO BrewBritish ska music legend, English Beat, will hit thestage at SLO Brewing Co., at 7:30 p.m. Friday,Oct. 3. Tickets are $21 in advance and $23 at thedoor (see: www.slobrewingco.com/calendar for tickets).One of the earliest and most important ska revivalistgroups, the English Beat carved a distinct sound withalternating lead vocals by guitarist Dave Wakeling andpunk toaster/rapper Ranking Roger, supported byAndy Cox on guitar, David Steele on bass, and EverettMoreton on drums.The original lineup went their separate ways in 1983with members going on to form such notable bandsas Fine Young Cannibals. The English Beat starringDave Wakeling is the version that will play SLO Brew,and includes Rhythmm Epkins on drums, vocals, MattMorrish on saxophone, vocals, Kevin Lum on keyboardsand vocals, and Larry Young on bass and vocals. Theirsongs fuse ska, pop, soul, reggae and punk rock, and theirlyrics deal with themes of love, unity and sociopoliticaltopics. SLO Brew is at 1119 Garden St., SLO. ✤33rd Annual» Shopping ~ Food» Refreshments» Fun forKids & AdultsNOW OPEN at 10AM for SUNDAY BRUNCH8 big screen TVswith NFL Ticket30 craft beers ontap and full barOn the Morro Bay EmbarcaderoA Premier Event on California’sSpectacular Central CoastLive Entertainment!Sponsored by:» Fantastic Shopping» Sand Sculpture Spectacular» Marine Themed Art & Gifts» Art & Crafts Show - Local Artisans» Kids’ Vendors on Festival Grounds» Incredible Beer-n-Wine Court1527 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach | (805) 295-6328Open Mon-Sat 11:00 am to 11:00 pm, Sun 10:00 am to 11:00 pm

WHO WHAT WHEN WHERETolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 15EntertainmentThe Cayucos Lioness’ 7th AnnualEnchilada Sale is now taking ordersthrough Monday, Oct. 13. Cost fora package of two homemade enchiladas(beef, cheese, or chicken) is $8, 12 for$48, and 24 for $75. Call 995-1432 toplace an order and for more information.Proceeds benefit the many projectsthe Lioness Club supports, includingswimming lessons for all CayucosGrammar School students, Hardie ParkPool, high school senior scholarships, artprograms, Mutt Mitts, Junior Lifeguardscholarships, and numerous others.The San Luis Obispo Museumof Art is seeking artists for itsannual CraftArt Market, withunique, lovingly made artworksand fine crafts. This year’s marketwill is from Nov. 20 to Dec. 31 in theMuseum’s Nybak Wing, which will betransformed into a high-end art galleryboutique, sporting a cache of treasuresfor the holidays. All museum membersare eligible to apply with the deadline at5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30. Entry formsare online at: www.sloma.org, and hardcopies are at the Museum’s front desk,located at 1010 Broad St., at MissionPlaza. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.Free admission, donations appreciated.For more formation see: SLOMA.org.SLO Skiers sport and social club ishaving its next monthly meeting at7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1 at theElks’ Club Lodge, 222 Elks Ln., in SanLuis Obispo. Membership is $40 a yearand is open to all adults. Sports activitiesand social events are held all long. Seethe website at: www.sloskiers.org or call528-3194 for more information.The Central Coast WatercolorSociety’s Laure Carlisle willdemonstrate how your phone canphotograph your artwork and howto use it to enter juried exhibitions,when the group meets at 7 p.m.Tuesday, Sept. 30 at the UnitedMethodist Church, 1515 FredericksSt., in SLO. Bring an artwork to try it.Public is welcome. For more information,see: www.ccwsart.com.Get the Led Out, the quintessentialLed Zeppelin tribute band, will rockthe Cal Poly Performing Art Centerstage at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.1. Student and adult tickets range from$22.40 to $48 and are available at thePAC Box Office, Tuesdays-Saturdays,noon to 6 p.m. and one hour prior tocurtain times. Call 756-4849 or orderonline at: www.calpolyarts.org. The bandre-creates Zeppelin’s classic rock songsin all their depth and glory, completewith studio overdubs that Zeppelin neverperformed live. Dubbed by the mediaas “The American Led Zeppelin,” sixstellar musicians deliver over 2 hours ofrock’n’roll from the super group of the1970s. Whether driving the blues-soaked,groove-driven rock anthems or honoringthe delicate intimate, sit-down acousticset (complete with special guest femalevocalist for “The Battle of Evermore”),it’s the attention to detail and nuance thatmakes a Get The Led Out show a must-seefor fans of “Mighty Zep.”The Cal Poly Multi CulturalCenter’s “Another Type of Groove:Spoken Word Poetry” will celebrateLatino Heritage Month hostingpoet, David Romero, at 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 1 in ChumashAuditorium in the University Union.The event is free and open to the public.Romero is a Mexican-American, spokenword artist from Diamond Bar, Calif.His poetry deals with family, identity,social justice issues, and Latino culture.Romero has won the Uptown Poetry SlamTournament at the historic Green Mill inChicago, the birthplace of slam poetry.Another Type of Groovepoetry events are heldthe first Wednesday ofeach month during theschool year. Each eventincludes a featuredpoet and an open micfor interested buddingpoets.The Rotary Club ofCambria is holdingiots Annual VIVA2014! Fundraiserset for 5:30-10p.m. Saturday,Oct. 4 at the HearstWarehouse at theWilliam Randolph Hearst StatePark in Old San Simeon. This galaevent is one of the North Coast’s premiercharitable events and this year will havea full sit-down gourmet meal, localwines, gaming, live entertainment, liveand silent auctions and raffles. Ticketsavailable at the Cambria Chamber ofCommerce, from local Rotarians, andonline at: www.cambriarotary.org/viva/tickets.htm. Sponsors are: HeritageOaks Bank, Edward Jones Investments,Rabobank, First American Title, LaTerraza/San Simeon Bar and Grill, UBSand The Cambrian. For more informationcall Roger Robinson at 927-2597 or BruceHoward at 909-0780.The Pewter Plough Playhousepresents Alan Ayckbourn’s creepy,suspenseful thriller, “Snake inthe Grass,” weekends Sept. 26-Nov. 2. Tickets are $16 a person forthe preview night, Friday, Sept. 26. Thegala champagne opening night is at 7:30p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. Tickets for thegala are $30 and includes champagne,desserts and live music in the PPPlounge. Performances continue on allFridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. andSunday Matinees, 3 p.m. through Nov.2. Call the PPP Box Office at 927-3877for ticket reservations or see: www.pewterploughplayhouse.org. In the play,Miriam has cared for her father in thefamily home during his last years withthe help of Alice, a creepily polite. OnFather’s death, Miriam’s older sister,Annabel, comes home to find Daddy hasleft the bulk of his fortune to her. Alicecomplains to Annabel that Miriam hassacked her and is intent upon blackmail,having evidence, she says, that Miriamdid away with the old man. The play,directed by Kelli Howard, stars SharynYoung, Toni Young and Sharee Hallman.The Playhouse is located at 824 Main Str.,at Sheffield in Cambria’s West Village.The Los Osos Library has a fewfree upcoming special events. Thelibrary is at 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos.“Scarecrows,” a gathering of scarecrowsfor all ages. Enter your scarecrow to be

16 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressEntertainmentdisplayed around the library from Oct. 1through Nov. 8. Come in for guidelinesand an entry form, you can also downloadan entry form at: www.slolibrary.org. Call528-1862 for details. Brown Bag MovieNight is set for 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct.4 with a 1980s Tim Burton film on tap.This is a free event, popcorn courtesy ofthe Friends of the Los Osos Library. Callfor movie title 528-1862. (Hint — Don’tsay the title three times in a row!)Los Osos teen band, Panga, willtake to the stage at St. ElizabethAnn Seton Church’s 10th AnnualInternational Festival set for 10:30a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, atthe church at the end of PalisadesAvenue. Free. Also slated to play willbe the Swing Shift Band of Santa Maria,the Feral Parrots Bluegrass Band, theCalifornia Sonshine Band, and dancegroups including Morro Bay High’sDance Fusion, Society of Dancers ofSanta Maria, Los Osos’ InternationalFolk Dance Group and the SEAS MexicanDance Group, among others. There willbe drawings with cash prizes of $1,000,$500, $250 and $100. There’s also asilent auction with gift certificates andbaskets, original artwork and more.Tickets for the drawings available inadvance from the church office (openweekdays, 1-5 p.m.), after each weekendservice, and at the Festival. Need not bepresent to win. For more information callthe church office at 528-5319.Tickets are on sale now forcomedian Jeff Ross at the FremontTheater in SLO set for 8 p.m.Saturday, Oct 4. Tickets are $30 aperson and available online at: www.vallitix.com or call: 546-8600. Ross wasa celebrity guest mentor on this season’s“Last Comic Standing” TV show andhelped the finalist prepare for a roastof Gilbert Gottfried. Ross was also the“Roastmaster General” on ComedyCentral’s roast of James Franco, aswell as roasts of the late-Joan Rivers,Hugh Hefner, Pamela Anderson, JerryStiller, Drew Carey, Shaquille O’Neal,David Hasselhoff, and Charlie Sheen.Donald Trump crowned him a “One-Man Verbal Assault Unit.” He also hoststhe Comedy Channel’s “The Burn,”among numerous other credits. See:www.roastmastergeneral.com and www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oRsHm5sE1Qfor more on Jeff Ross.Internationally renowned artist,Andrea Zittel, will present thisyear’s Ruth Fash Art Talk from3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28 in theCuesta College Humanities Forum,Rm. 6304. The event, including parking,is free and refreshments and a receptionwill follow. Zittel’s experimental andremarkable work transforms acts ofliving into acts of art. Her work includespaintings, architectural “living units,”handmade clothing, recycling systems,breeding projects and A-Z West, a 35-acredesert site near Joshua Tree, California.The trials and tribulations ofAfghanistan War veterans andtheir families is the subject of“BASETRACK Live “ a multi-mediashow coming to the Spanos Theaterat Cal Poly at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct.4. Student and adult tickets are $24 and$30, and available at the PerformingArts Center Box Office, noon to 6 p.m.Tuesdays-Saturdays. Military discountsavailable. Contact the Ticket Office fordetails. Call: 756-4849 or order onlineat: www.calpolyarts.org. BASETRACKLive is based on the experiences of U.S.Marines deployed in Afghanistan andtheir families waiting for them backhome. The production is on a nationaltour that includes outreach initiativesbringing together veteran and civiliancommunities. Local show sponsored bythe City of San Luis Obispo and KJUG98.1 FM.The Social Justice Ministry atOld Mission SLO is sponsoring aconference — “Breaking the Bondsof Human Trafficking,” set for 7-9p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Old Ladyof the Nativity Church, 221 DalySt., San Luis Obispo. Carissa Phelps,lawyer, and author of “Runaway Girl:Life on the Streets,” will talk about herordeal escaping from sex traffickers. Shewill moderate a panel focusing on sextrafficking and slave labor, what we cando as a community, and learning how torecognize the signs of at risk people inour community. Admission is free andrefreshments will be served.Children’s book author, JamesHorvath, will sign his newest dogcrew book, “Work, Dogs, Work:A Highway Tail,” from 1-3 p.m.Sunday, Sept. 28 at CoalesceBookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.Horvath will read from the book at 2p.m. The book is a companion to “Dig,Dogs, Dig” and “Build, Dogs, Build.” InTrust Your Honda Honda to the to the People People Who Know Honda Best.Who Know Honda Best.For seniors over 65, falls can be frightening. That’s why we createdSafe Strides.® This innovative program addresses the causes of balanceproblems. So you can stop fearing a fall and start living your lifeagain. To get started, just take that first step: call us today.For more information, call (805) 544-4402or visit www.gentiva.comSERVICE DISCOUNT$10 DISCOUNTon retail purchases$49.99 - $99.99$15 DISCOUNTon retail purchases$100 - $149.99$20 DISCOUNTon retail purchases$150 or moreOne coupon per customer. One per visit. 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Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 17Entertainmentthis installment, top dog Duke and hisbusy crew have a big day of constructionfun ahead of them, as they race to repaira road. For more on the author and hisbooks, see: www.jamestoons.com.Celtic music trio, Molly’s Revengewill play the Red Barn CommunityConcert Series at 6 p.m. Friday,Oct. 3 at the Red Barn in Los Osos.Cost is a $15 donation at the door. Doorsopen at 5 p.m. with a potluck, bring adish to share, place settings and BYOB.Molly’s Revenge is David Brewer onhighland bagpipes, whistles and bodhran,John Weed on fiddle, and Stuart Masonon guitar and mandola. The Red Barnis located at 2180 Palisades Ave., in LosOsos. Check out the Red Barn Facebookpage and see: http://mollysrevenge.comfor more on the band.Catalogs for ARTS Obispo’s 16thAnnual Open Studios Tour areavailable now, with the countywideevent set for Saturday-Sunday,Oct. 11-12 and 18-19. The tour is freethanks to several donors. Art lovers willget the chance to visit nearly 200 artistsin their studios and see how and wherethey work. Tour stops this year are inPaso Robles, Templeton, Atascadero,Santa Margarita, Cambria, Morro Bay,Los Osos, San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach,Shell Beach, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach,Oceano, Arroyo Grande and Nipomo. Auser-friendly guide is available online at:osat.art4insiders.com.The all-star studded, ExperienceHendrix 2014 Tour, will hit AvilaBeach Golf Resort at 3 p.m. Sunday,Oct. 12 and tickets are on sale now forthe Otter Productions, Inc. production.Tickets are $40 a person generaladmission lawn seating and up to $85 forthe VIP treatment. Available at VALLITIXoutlets including Boo Boo Records in SLOand the Mid-State Fair Box Office in PasoRobles, online at: www.vallitix.com or byphone at 1-888-825-5484.Also available at the PACBox Office at Cal Poly,call 756-2787. The all starlineup includes BuddyGuy, Jonny Lang, KennyWayne Shepherd, AnaPopovic (shown here),Billy Cox of the Bandof Gypsys, Zakk Wyldefrom Ozzy Osbourne, EricJohnson, Rich Robinsonof the Black Crowes, DoyleBramhall II from theFabulous Thunderbirdsand Eric Clapton’sband, Nanji Mato fromIndigenous and more.Gates open at 1 p.m.Rain or shine. No outsidefood or beverages. Nopets. No umbrellas. Lowbackedlawn chairs andblankets allowed in lawnseating only. See: www.otterproductionsinc.comfor more on the show. ✤80 5 soundfind your beatCITY OF MORRO BAYAdvisory Board VacanciesApplications are currently being accepted to fillvacancies on the following Commissions/Boards:Planning Commission(1 with a term expiration date of 1/31/16)Tourism Business ImprovementDistrict Advisory Board(1 with a term expiration date of January 31, 2017)Applications may be obtained for these positions at:Morro Bay City Hall595 Harbor Streetor on-line at www.morro-bay.ca.usunder the “Your Government” tab.If you have any questions, please call 772-6205during normal business hours.Closing date for submitting applications is Wednesday, October8, 2014 at 5:00p.m. The interviews are anticipated tobe held the week of October 13th.Applicants should be present at the interviews in order tobe considered by the City Council.

18 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressDinner and a MovieTeri Bayus can be reached at:livewell@teribayus.com or followher writings and ramblings at:www.teribayus.com. Dinner anda Movie is a weekly feature ofTolosa Press.15c Wine Shop & Bar, A Templeton TreasureBy Teri BayusThere are many treasures inTempleton, and one of myfavorites is 15c Wine Shop & Bar.They offer an amazing selection ofsmall production Central Coast winesand more than 500 from aroundthe world. They also offer beer,Sake, edibles and accessories in acontemporary wine bar ambiance. Whythe name? Fifteen degrees centigrade(15c) is the perfect temperature to storewine.Owner Ali Rush Carscaden hasbeen working in the wine industry forover 10 years. She has completed the“Advanced Certification with Wine andSpirits Education Trust,” or WSET, aswell as the certified exam through theCourt of Master.She teaches numerous classes at CalPoly, in addition to “Wine University,”an intensive, multi-annual, 6-weeklong wine education courses offered at15c. This lady knows wine and food.I have always been impressed withthe way she puts together subtle flavorsto create edible masterpieces. She alsoalways knows which wine to pair thefood with and that is an art form initself.We started with warm goat freshChevre cheese with honey and trufflesalt, a perfect combination. We alsotried the Hummus with white beansand garlic with crostini served withfresh cucumber and tomatoes. It was anice palette arousal.I had a glass of J Lasalle ChampagneNV from Champagne, France, whilemy friend had a Cava Cocktail that wasSpanish Cava with a splash of PinkPort. The boys enjoyed the ReutbergerExport Hell that the bartender told uswas made by Nuns. It tasted like a cleanGerman lager.We moved on to Tapa’s to share, aplate of Boquerones and red pepper(Spanish anchovies), then anotherplate of chorizo (Spanish sausage) andmanchego, and a Spanish cheese with anutty flavor that I adored.We shared the Marcona almonds andthe Castelvetrano olives. All were filledwith unexpected flavors and went wellwith the beverages.The carnitas salad was a hit with lowroasted pork, black beans, roasted corn,onion, and heirloom tomatoes servedwith avocado-cilantro dressing. I reallyliked the Caprese salad, featuring localheirloom tomatoes and fresh housemade mozzarella. I added avocado andthis salad made me celebrate why I livein California.I like that all their produce comesfrom Natures Touch and is local,organic and paired perfectly with thewines.We moved on to sandwiches andwe all loved the Catalina, this ovenroasted turkey with heirloom tomatoes,avocado-cilantro-lime spread, servedon Hush Harbor multi-grain bread wasa perfect balance of ingredients.I tried the Panini Croque-Monsieur,a classic French croque with Gruyerecheese and cured ham, and it wasperfectionné. Gary went south andhad a Cubano with house made pulledgrain mustard, pickles,prosciutto and Gruyere.Our friends had thea humble food, its lowcost has allowed it toevolve over time into an iconic piece ofcuisine. In Spain, bocadillos are ofteneaten in cafés and tapas bars. This hadfra mani toscano salami, provoloneand tapenade. It quickly became myI will be back for the Bubbles barand oysters on Fridays. This is a nightof fresh oysters from Pier 46 pairedwith a flight of bubbles. You need topre-order, but this is the greatest dealThe 15 degrees c Wine Shop andBar also does catering, box lunches,and cheese and meat platters. Theyhour notice. They are located at 624S. Main St., Ste. 101 in Templeton.Call them at (805) 434-1554. OpenMondays-Thursdays 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.,and Fridays-Saturdays from 11 to 10.Nieman Farms pork,It was perfección.traditional bocadillo,a sandwich madewith Spanish breadcut lengthwise, notwith sliced bread.Traditionally seen asnew favorite sandwich.presently.will deliver to any winery with 24-Closed Sundays. ✤Tusk, A Hilarious Horror RompBy Teri BayusLet me start by saying I am ahuge Kevin Smith fan. The firsttime we saw Clerks, we laughedourselves silly and watched it again.I follow him on Twitter and watcheverything he tries. But I took a leapof faith with “Tusk,” as horror is not agenre I enjoy. But they promised it wasa horror/comedy, soI brought a bottle ofwine with me intothe theater to take ofthe edge off the gore.I can honestly sayI really enjoyed Tusk(and the wine).This is a purelytongue in cheekcomedy/horror withnods to Canadianstereotypes andactual history.It’s incrediblycreepy in parts,and that is due to some unexpectedlygreat performances. Michael Parks’scharacter alone is worth seeing thismovie.The Plot: Podcaster, Wallace Bryton(played by Justin Long), goes missingin the backwoods of Manitoba whileinterviewing a mysterious seafarernamed Howard Howe (Michael Parks).He disappears and his best friend Teddy(Haley Joel Osment) and girlfriendAllison (Genesis Rodriquez) team withan ex-cop (Johnny Depp, wonderfullydisguised) to look for him.Tusk originated from an off-thecuffjoke in one of the director’s manypodcasts. The idea for the movie cameduring the recording of SModcast 259The Walrus and The Carpenter.In the episode, Smith and his longtimefriend and producer, ScottMosier, discussed an article featuringa Gumtree ad where a homeowner wasoffering a living situation free of charge,if the lodger agrees to dress as a walrus.The discussion went on from there,resulting in almost an hour of theepisode being spent on reconstructingand telling a hypothetical story basedon the ad.He asked his Twitter followers to say“#yeswallrus” if they wanted the filmmade. Most thought it was a great ideaand so he proceeded to make Tusk.The fact that Smith saw the projectthrough to fruition proves two things:He’s definitely not retiring fromfilmmaking as promised, and he stillhas a loyal fan base willing to see whatmay have become the most expensiveinside-joke ever stretched out to afeature-length film.One professional actor, who by turnselevates the material and is also skunkedby it, is Johnny Depp. Buried undera mound of prosthetics and makeup(and credited only as his character’sname Guy Lapointe), Depp plays anoutrageous caricature of a French-Canadian detective. His dialogue isfilled with non-sequitur nonsensethat goes on forever, punctuated bydownright hilarious flourishes.I loved every horrifying funnymoment of this film. But it is a horrorfilm, so don’t take the squeamish. ✤

Tolosa Press • Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014Welcome to the 77 th AnnualHarvest FestivalHow exciting! The Arroyo Grande Valley Harvest Festival is celebrating77 years! The Harvest Festival is Arroyo Grande Valley’s largest localannual community event. It’s a time for children, families and friendsto join together for fun and celebration!The Harvest Festival is much more than just a parade and fair,it is a celebration of community and of our heritage.The festival represents much of what makesthis community so special.

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Tolosa Press • Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014Peace Lutheran Church - Cow Pie Pitch GameBranch Elementary School PTO – Pumpkin Patch &Pumpkin PieArroyo Grande High School Band/AGHS Music BoostersClubArroyo Grande High School Eagles Robotics (Saturdayonly)Lucia Mar Unified School DistrictSLO YMCA –Tic-Tac-Toe GameLucia Mar Unified School District - Kids Craft ActivityPaulding Middle School Band - Musical Instruments GameCamp Fire Central Coast Council - Ring the Sucker GameFirst United Methodist Church of Arroyo Grande - prayerstationLDS Church - Apple Pie (slice and whole and alamode)Boys & Girls Clubs of South SLO CountyCentral Coast Worship Center “Apple Toss” (tossingplastic apples into baskets)AGHS Tech Theatre – DUNK TANKZebley CraftsBig Ditch Design Works & Seahorse Sea Glass (sea glassjewelry & pottery)doTERRA essential oil and BeautyCounterAlison D. Photography & Chocolate SheepDESIGNS BY DARRELL (Handmade wood and crocheteditems)The Magpie’s NestSeneGence CosmeticsLund, Margareta - Jewelry and paintingsChrysalis Creations Silk Design & Claudia’s Creations &Beverly’s Original ArtDream JewelryBack County CraftersThe Coop & Barrel and Delisa MathewsLove Craft Soap (handmade soap and bath items) &Lamore Boheme (fused glass creations)RoostDr. Susan Hoffman and Dr. Jeffrey Thompson PediatriciansMaterial Girls (aprons, bibs, fleece, hats, potholder)Clark Center AssociationCoastal Dance Academy & Coastal Chamber Youth BalletLabella Olives (olive oil, tapenades, olives, mustards,balsamic vinegar)Fantasy Art by Cara and Christi BrownJenna Elizabeth Johnson (Author)Design BlessingsMina International Ent. (Clothing)Barbara Harmon 4 City Council (AG City Council 2014)Ohanaa SpecialtiesMarketing SolutionsTantrum FitnessCentral Coast Baptist Church – Baby ComfortGeorge W. Thompson, SilversmithCostco WholesaleLuLaRoe Central CoastScentsy & Quilts & Mary Kay CosmeticsJan Dungan – ArtKunfusionYouthSpring Productions (Photography and paintings)Wilshire Health and Community ServicesThe Pit Martial Arts & FitnessOrigami Owl Jewelry DesignerArroyo Grande Public Arts Program/Arroyo Grande inBloom (Saturday Only)Atheists United SLO (Friday Only)Honda of Santa MariaJamberry NailsBumble Bee Blossom (Darci Martell Jewelry) & Melissa’sGarden (Jams)Lions Club (tri-tip, sodas and water)Lynn Compton/Republican Party (4th District Supervisor2014)Sea Weed Soul (www.seaweedsoul.com)All About Face (Face Painting)Joe Costello & Tim Brown (AG City Council 2014)Caren Ray (4th District Supervisor 2014)Tommy Gong for Clerk-Recorder 2014PENNY’SALL-AMERICANCAFÉ #1 Breakfast inPismo Beach 4 out of 5 Starson Trip Advisorand Yelp 2013 PeoplesChoice–BestClam Chowder 2013 ChuckWagon ChiliCook Off–1st PlaceChili Verde

Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014• Tolosa PressHARVEST FESTIVAL PARADE LINEUPFollowing are the Parade Entrants for this Year’sHarvest Festival Parade. Order Subject to Change.Arroyo Grande PoliceBoy Scout Troop 413 Honor GuardArroyo Grande City CouncilArroyo Grande Lion’s Club Major Sponsor Banner2014 Grand Marshals driven by Reis FamilyMortuariesKididdle Hoppers Elks ClownsArroyo Grande United Methodist Church Children’sCenterCub Scout Pack 13Happy TimeCooperative PreschoolLuna JumpsNEW PATIENTSPECIAL Only $ 79Includes exam, X-rays, regular cleaning & consultationPeace Lutheran Churchand PreschoolGirl Scouts Troop41071 of St. Patrick SchoolVillage PreschoolCamp Natoma - CampFire Central CoastFive Cities Baton TwirlersPaulding Middle School Marching Band andColorguardWhite Horse Carriage Co.Lois Capps - US RepresentativeVietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 982,Guadalupe, CAAmerican Legion Post 10978 NipomoFrank AndrewsTrust AutomationCity of Arroyo Grande Major Sponsor BannerCaren Ray for Supervisor 2014Caren Ray SLO County 4th District SupervisorSupervisorCentury 21 Hometown RealtyDoc Burnstein’s Ice Cream LabBallooney the ClownMajor Sponsor BannerBasin Street IrregularsSouth County Historical SocietyStudio of Performing ArtsArroyo Grande in Bloom, Inc.Kalvin KellyLynn Compton For 4th DistrictThanks to you …Jamie Clark Insurance Agency IncJamie Clark, PresidentInsurance Lic#: 0H07351Arroyo Grande, CA 93420805.473.38971001015.1 State Farm, Bloomington, ILI’m whereI am today.I’m proud to be recognizedas a member of State FarmsLegion of Honor.Thank you for the opportunityto serve as your agent.Like a good neighbor,State Farm is there.®

Tolosa Press • Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014Miner’s Ace Hardware Drill TeamBarbara Harmon For Arroyo Grande City Council2014Judkins Middle School Golden Panther MarchingBand & Color GuardSaint Johns Lutheran ChurchFive Cities Fire AuthorityCentral Coast FolliesCub Scout Pack 425Pacific Flips GymnasticsGalaxy Cheer AtheleticsWoman’s Club of Arroyo GrandePismo Pedicabs / Hardy ChiropracticCCCDRAFT (California Central Coast Draft Ridersand Friends Troupe)Backcountry Horsemen of California, Los Padres UnitRutiz Family FarmsNipomo High School Theater CompanyMullahey Ford - Soap Box DerbyU.S. Forest ServiceRaboBankSure Mortgage SolutionsArroyo Grande High School Marching Band &ColorguardCoastal Christian SchoolChildren’s Resource Network of the Central CoastCentral Coast Assembly International Order of theRainbow for GirlsMitchum for CongressArroyo Grande Rotary Club Major Sponsor BannerAssemblyman Katcho Achadjian Major SponsorBannerRabobank Major Sponsor BannerTommy Gong for Clerk-Recorder 2014Certified Freight Logistics Soapbox RacingSLO Co. Sherriff Dept. VolunteersGROVER BEACHOur SpacesAre in theBest Places.SAN LUIS OBISPOCommercial/RetailProfessional OfficeLight IndustrialSpace For LeaseSAN LUIS OBISPO805.481.0752805.481.3925 faxP.O. Box 412Grover Beach, CA 93483tom@fordeproperties.combrad@fordeproperties.comwww.FordeProperties.com

Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014• Tolosa PressSCHEDULE OF EVENTSWe’re YourLARGE DIAMOND Specialists...Tolosa Press • Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26Activities in and around Centennial Park or Olohan Alley and from 4:00pm to 9:00 pm unless noted otherwise2:00 – until finishedView the Quilts and Shop the CentralCoast Quilters’ Boutique & Auction(Auction starts at 4 pm)Heritage House4:00 pm77th Annual Arroyo Grande HArvestFestival Begins4:00 – 9:00 pmInformation Booth (First Aid and Lost &Found Friday)4:00 – 6:00 pmWiener Dog and Want To Be Races(Thunder of Paws) Sign-ups (Race isSaturday)Heritage Square Park (near Mason St.)4:00 – 7:00 pmArroyo Grande Rotary Club Fish FryCarnival Rides – West of Gazebo(Inflatables, Bounce Houses, Kiddies FerrisWheel, Laser Tag, etc.)Food BoothsLions Club Tri-tip BBQNon-Profit Carnival Games – East ofGazeboVendor Booths – Arts, Crafts, Collectiblesand Promotional5:00 pm77th Annual Arroyo Grande Valley HarvestFestival Opening Ceremonies,Flag Presentation, Pledge of Allegianceled by Boy Scout Troop 413 andsinging of the National Anthem5:00 – 9:00 pm♪♫ Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries♪♫ and Sock Hop!Centennial Park Gazebo5:45 pmIntroduction of the Grand Marshal5:30 – 7:00 pmSalsa Gone Wild Contest (Drop-off 4:00 -5:00 pm; Award Presentation 7:30 pm)Olohan Alley7:00 pmCostume Contest - bested dressed 50s(sock hop)Centennial Park Gazebo7:15 pm – until finishedMovie “ParaNorman” and “Shrek’sSwamp Stories” Three short stories willbe shown prior to the main feature.All audiences Sponsored by the SuprinskiFamily (bring lawn chair & blanket)Heritage Square Park & RotaryBandstand9:00 pmFestival closes for evening (except for themovie at the Rotary Bandstand) Reopensat 10:00 am SaturdaySATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27Activities in and around Centennial Park or Olohan Alley and from 10:00 amand 5:00 pm unless noted otherwise10:00 amHarvest Festival Parade BeginsBranch St. (begins at Bank of America,east through Village on Branch St. thensouth on Mason St. to Poole St.)Information Booth (First Aid and Lost &Found )Five Cities Fire DeptFirst Aid and Child Lost & Found also atend of Olahan Alley near Mason St.RestroomsOlohan Alley, Kiwanis Park Short St.(South), AG Pavilion8:00 am – noonCountry Fair - baking and cannedgoods food drop offHeritage House8:00 am – noonWiener Dog and Want To Be Races(Thunder of Paws) Check-in/sign-ups(Race starts at 1 pm)Heritage Square Park (near Mason St.)10:00 am – 2:30 pmHome-grown Fruit, Vegetable, FlowerDisplays and Contests (Awards at 3:00PM)Bridge St. Bridge10:00 am – 2:30 pmVeggie Decorating - Sponsored by RutizFarms (Awards at 3:30 PM)Bridge St.10:00 am – 4:00 pmPony Rides - The Tiny TrottersHeritage Square Park11:00 am – 2:00 pm♪♫ Loren Radis Singer-Songwriter ♪♫Picnic Park11:00 am – 5:00 pmArroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis Club HotDog, Sausage and Hamburger BBQHeritage Square Park11:30 am – 2:30 pm♪♫ Viper Six Band ♪♫Centennial Park Gazebo11:30 am – 4:00 pm♪♫ The Daily Special Bluegrass Band -country, folk & bluegrass ♪♫IOOF Hall Parking Lot11:30 am – 4:00 pmBallooney the Clown entertains the kidsHeritage Square Park & RotaryBandstand11:30 am – 4:00 pmPacific Flips Gymnastics & TumblingBridge St @ Olohan Alley12:00 – 1:00 pmCountry Fair Baking Contest JudgingHeritage House12:00 – 1:00 pmDiaper Derby and Awards (Registration at11:45 am)Rotary Bandstand12:00 – 2:30 pmBig Ditch DerbyNelson St (by Heritage Square Park)12:00 – 4:00 pmHoosgow (Be sure to wear your buttonsor dress in vintage or western wear to stayout of the Hoosgow)Olohan Alley12:00 – 4:00 pmPhoto Ops with Stagecoach and Old WestBackdropOlohan Alley1:00 pmCoastal Dance and Music Academy –Dance PerformanceRotary Bandstand1:00 – 1:30 pmGrape Stomp Off - Ballooney the Clown,Master of CeremoniesIOOF Hall Parking Lot1:00 – 2:45 pmWiener Dog and Want To Be Races(Thunder of Paws) Races(Check-in 9:00 am - 12:00)Heritage Square Park1:00 – 4:00 pmSpelling Bee - 3 rd and 4 th Graders (1:00pm); Spelling Bee - 5th and 6th Graders(2:00 pm); Spelling Bee - 7th and 8thGraders (3:00 pm) (arrive 15 min early toparticipate)Santa Manuela Schoolhouse1:00 – 4:00 pmWhite Horse Carriage Co - Free CarriageRidesMason St. (next to Heritage Square Park)1:45 pmStudio of Performing Arts DancersRotary Bandstand2:00 – 3:00 pmRotary Club Pie Eating Contest (check-in1:45 pm)Short St. - North2:00 – 5:00 pm♪♫ Anthony Roselli (Singer-Songwriter) ♪♫Picnic Park2:30 pmWhiskerino Contest and Awards (check-instarts at 2:00 pm)Rotary Bandstand2:30 – 3:00 pmZumba Demonstration with AudienceParticipationPresented by Tantrum FitnessCentennial Park Lawn near Gazebo2:45 – 3:15 pmWiener Dog and Want to Be Races(Thunder of Paws) AwardsHeritage Square Park3:00 pmFruits, Vegetables and Cut FlowerDisplay Award PresentationsBridge St. bridge3:00 – 4:30 pm♪♫ Nipomo High School Pep Band♪♫Centennial Park Gazebo3:30 pmVeggie Decorating AwardPresentation - Sponsored by RutizFarmsBridge St.3:30 pmPismo Beach Youth TheaterRotary Bandstand4:00 – 4:30 pmBallooney the Clown preps the kidsfor the Big Kiddies’ ParadeRotary Bandstand to CentennialPark4:30 – 5:00 pmBallooney leads the Chicken Danceand Kiddies’ Parade across theSwinging Bridge, onto Olohan Alleyfor the Penny Toss and Piñata Pop!Centennial Park GazeboWe Buy GOLDand DIAMONDS...We Do EVERYTHING JEWELRY....We Also Carry PREMIUM CANES...So You Can Walk in STYLE.IT’S NOT CHIC TO PAY MORE!–J.P.805.473.1360857 Oak Park Blvd, Pismo BeachAGRICULTURAL PAVILION(Bridge St. & IOOF Hall Parking Lot)The following activities, booths & displays are openfrom 10:00 am until 5:00 pmAgricultural DisplaysArroyo Grande in BloomFarm and Agricultural Vendor and EducationalBoothsCentral Coast Greenhouse Grower’s DisplayDairy TableFFA Cow Milking BoothFFA Cow Pie Bingo & Petting ZooJohn Deere pedal tractors courtesy of Cal CoastMachineryMaster Gardeners answers your questions abouthome gardening!Antique Engine Display by the Ellison FamilyTalley’s Fresh Harvest CSATractors by JB Dewars and other local farmers!Winery Displays (Laetitia, Talley, Toucan Wines,Rancho Arroyo Grande - Conway Family Wines,Saucelito Canyon)HERITAGE SQUARE PARK(Includes Historical Society Barn andGrounds)The following activities, booths & displays are openfrom 10:00 am until 5:00 pmArroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis Club Hot Dogs,Sausage & Hamburger BBQBoy and Girl Scout Expo!Carnival Rides – (Kiddies’ trains and tractors, andwater bubble pool, etc.)Foxy Doxy Dachshund Rescue Dog AdoptionsHistorical DisplaysOLOHAN ALLEYThe following activities, booths & displays are openfrom 10:00 am until 5:00 pmArroyo Grande & Nipomo High School RoboticsTeam DemonstrationsArroyo Grande Chamber of Commerce Whack thePig Bell RingerFive Cities Fire Department Equipment Display,Information, First Aid and Child Lost & Found(subject to change)AGHS Tech Theater Dunk Tank (East of CentennialPark Gazebo)Boy Scouts’ confetti eggsNon-Profit Carnival Games - East of GazeboCarnival Rides - Inflatables, Bounce Houses, andKiddies’ Ferris Wheel, etc.Food Booths (also hot dogs, sausage andhamburgers in Heritage Square Park)Lions Club Tri-tip BBQVendor Booths - Arts, Crafts, Collectibles andPromotionalAlwaysStylishAlwaysNoweven moreaffordable!Fall is here, and so are thenew fashions for the season!Always30% Reducedat Madelyn’sTues-Sat 10:30am-5:30pm893 Oak Park Blvd, Pismo BeachCVS Shopping Center805.473.8001

Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014• Tolosa PressARROYO GRANDE HARVEST FESTIVAL GRAND MARSHALSThe Arroyo Grande Valley Harvest FestivalAssociation announced the Grand Marshalsfor the 77th Annual Arroyo Grande ValleyHarvest Festival. This year’s Grand Marshals areHeather and Wayne Jensen and Chet and JudyCash.Wayne and Heather Jensen have lived in ArroyoGrande for more 40 years. They have threechildren - Erik, Jennifer and Kyle. Heather hasbeen active in community activities, includingArroyo Grande Valley Harvest Festival, OceanView PTA, El Camino 4-H, and the Arroyo GrandeChamber of Commerce. Wayne has been activein the Arroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis Club for over30 years, including three years as president. Bothare retired – Wayne after 35 years of service tothe University of California Cooperative ExtensionService as a Farm Advisory and Heather after22 years of service as the Arroyo Grande ValleyChamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer.Both have been long-time leaders of the HarvestFestival and were instrumental in saving theFestival in the early 2000’s when participation haddeteriorated and Wayne and Heather steppedup to organize it late in the year when nobodyelse had agreed to do so. Wayne has served asHarvest Festival Chair for three years and ParadeChair for seven years. Heather has served severaltimes as Harvest Festival Secretary, Publicity Chair,and Vice Chair.According to Heather and Wayne, “HarvestFestival is the traditional event that showcasesthe values and principles that our community ofArroyo Grande enjoys. It is the historical eventthat both longtime residents and new transplantsalike enjoy attending. Arroyo Grande is fortunatethat over the decades this festival continues tocarry on the traditions that have encompassedthis event since its onset. The ongoing organizersof the Harvest Festival are to be commended tohave kept it family friendly and resisted making ita commercial venture. Harvest Festival continuesto be a real home town reunion that brings backmany prior residents to re-energize with family andfriends over this weekend. We are grateful to beable to share this honor with Chet and Judy Cash.”Chet and Judy Cash have lived here since 1982.They have two children – Chris and Pam. Chetis retired from the U.S. Forest Service after 33years of service and worked for Orchard SupplyHardware from 1995 to 2009. Judy worked for thePismo Beach Chamber of Commerce beginning in1989 and then the Arroyo Grande Valley Chamberof Commerce from 1989 to 2005. Chet has been amember of the Arroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis Clubfor over 30 years and served as President in 1987.They both volunteer for the Five Cities ChristianWomen Food Ministry and the Arroyo GrandeBand Boosters. Chet is also an Elder and Judy aDeacon at the Community Presbyterian Church.Chet and Judy were instrumental along withHeather and Wayne in both saving the HarvestFestival and then keeping it going for manyyears. Chet served multiple times as the ParadeChairman and Judy multiple times as the BusinessDecorating Chair and Button Chair.Chet and Judy stated that “We are honoredto be named Grand Marshals with Wayne andHeather Jensen. We have always loved the smalltown feeling of the festival and have friends whohave traveled with a group of about 30 peoplefrom Glendora to come to the festival for manyyears. The feeling at the Friday night fish fry isalways energized by seeing friends you haven’tseen since last year. Keeping the booths andentertainment only local people and non-profitgroups makes it special for the community and iswhat draws people back year after year.”The Grand Marshals will ride in the parade onSaturday and participate in events at the festivalon Friday evening and Saturday.Congratulations!BUY 1Breakfast or LunchGET 1FREE!!Regular menu only,of equal or lesser value.With 2 beverage purchase.Dine in only. Not valid onsenior meals or with otherdiscount offers.TheGirl’sRestaurant7 Days a Week • 7am–2pmOPEN and 7 DAYS Avenue • A Arroyo WEEK! Grande 7am–2:30pm• 805-473-10691237 Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande805-473-1069Creative Elegant AffordablePricing & Packaging to suit every budget & wedding size.805.235.6365 carriejaymes@hotmail.com www.carriejaymes.comcell 805-431-2464ph 805-556-3060fx 888-589-4607susan@ccb1.netBRE# 01761311cell 805-801-7308ph 805-556-3060fx 805-556-3065natali@ccb1.netBRE# 01821960

BAKE-OFF CONTESTTolosa Press • Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014DO YOU HAVE OLD FAMILY RECIPES THAT ARE THE BEST?!full bar | 12 beers on tapfamily-friendly menu200 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grandewww.roostercreektavern.com805.489.2509open daily from 11:30 – 10:00Put on those aprons and pull out your favorite recipes for Teri Kelley’sBake-Off Contest; a community favorite with 7 different categoriesincluding everything delicious from ice cream and pie to breads andcountry canning! Information on each category, prizes and entry forms arelocated at www.agharvestfestival.com/77th_HarvestFest_BakeOff_2014.pdf.There is no cost to enter and enter as many of your prized recipes as you wish!We’re with you from start...HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?It’s time to get ready for the 77th Annual Arroyo Grande Valley HarvestFestival Homegrown Vegetable, Flower and Fruit Competition!These traditional contests from the early days of the Harvest Festival havereturned for 2014 and everyone is invited to participate. In 1976 the BurpeeSeed Company issued a catalogue commemorating their 100th Anniversaryby featuring a reproduction of their 1888 seed catalogue.Arroyo Grande Farmers were featured in the catalogue because theywon many cash prizes for their outstanding vegetables and flowers.“At the turn of the century the prolific soils in Arroyo Grande Valley producedprize winning bumper crops of cabbages, carrots, beans, peas, pumpkins,onions, flowers and other crops,” local Historian Doris Olsen wrote in theSanta Maria Times.“The local farmers won so many cash awards that they boastedthey were the only valley in the world by reason of its prolific soilto be barred from the national seed contest.” (The Arroyo GrandeFarmers were banned to participate so others would have a chanceto win, however they were given a lifetime achievement award.)But…. You are not barred from the growing contests!All ages are encouraged to join in and compete by bringing in theirvegetables, fruits, flowers, you name it, to be judged by the Visitors to theAG Pavilion who will vote for their favorite entry. Voteswill betallied at 1pm and winners announced shortlythereafter. Please return to the contest area toretrieve your entry and award (if applicable).Unclaimed entries will be disposed of by 3pm.We have the Greatest Soil in the World, solet’s see what we can grow!You can download an entry form at www.agharvestfestival.com www.agharvestfestival.com....to finish.(805)544-LAWN

Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014• Tolosa PressCOLORING CONTESTLocal elementary students were asked to use their imaginiations andcome up drawings with a harvest theme. Here are our top picks foreach grade as judged by the Tolosa Press staff. It was a close contest!Every drawing showed great details and effort. See all of the coloringcontest entries on display at the information booth for the duration ofthe festival.Elizabeth Sorrondo | KindergartenHarloe ElementaryNoah Flynn | 1st GradeGrover Beach ElementaryAvery Kate Johnson | 2nd GradeOcean View ElementaryElizabeth Sorrondo | 3rd GradeOcean View ElementaryTalia Conn | 4th GradeOcean View ElementaryJada Larios | 5th GradeHarloe ElementaryColton Northcote | 6th GradeGrover Heights Elementary

EVENT SPONSORSTolosa Press • Harvest Festival - September 26 & 27, 2014MAJOR SPONSORSKSBYCentral Coast CW5Heritage Oaks BankCoast NewsEl Dorado BroadcastingRabobankCity of Arroyo GrandeArroyo Grande Rotary ClubArroyo Grande Lions ClubArroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis ClubAssemblyman Katcho AchadjianSan Luis Obispo 4th District SupervisorCaren RayBANNER SPONSORSDr. Electric and Miss EtiquetteCentral Coast Process ServiceTalley FarmsRotary Club of Pismo Beach – FiveCitiesMichael E. Zimmerman, Inc. A LawCorporationBarcellos ConstructionJaffa CaféRe/Max Del Oro PropertiesDoc Burnstein’s Ice Cream LabBranch Street DeliThe Village Family DoctorJB Dewar, Inc.Perrin FamilyLe PapillonE C Loomis & Son InsuranceAssociatesAssemblyman Katcho AchadjianNick and Kathy TompkinsVillage GrillHampton Inn & SuitesKlondike PizzaArroyo Grande Village ImprovementAssociationPismo Oceano Vegetable ExchangeLemos Pet and Feed SupplyArroyo Grande & Grover BeachChamber of CommercePhillips 66 Santa Maria RefineryMadelyn’s ApparelSouth County Historical SocietyEdward Jones Bill DuganWalmartArroyo Grande HospitalDonna’s Interiors Furniture & DesignLenny Jones BrokerWoman’s Club of Arroyo GrandeSchimandle & AssociatesMullahey FordHeacock Trailers & Truck AccessoriesIkeda Bros. FarmsCHICKEN DANCEVISIT ARROYO GRANDE PRESENTS THE WORLD PREMIERE OFTHE CHICKEN DANCEStarring the AG City Council, Doc Burnstein and Staff, Brian Talley andStaff, The Clark Center Volunteers, The AGGB Chamber Board Members,The Cast of Peter Pan, Arroyo Grande Village Merchants, Members ofthe South County Historical Society and many more Community Members!The video includes a special guest appearance by Dave Hovde andAssemblyman Katcho AchadjianThe minute and a half Arroyo Grande Promotional Piece will be shownimmediately before the Friday Night Movie, ParaNorman at the Harvest Festivalon Friday Night, September 26th at the Rotary Bandstand in Heritage SquarePark. Check our website for more information www.agharvestfestival.com.

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Believe me when I tellyou that the road to buying will be muchshorter with a plan in place.If you are ready to get out of the rentalmarket and become a homeowner,call me at (805)710-2415 or email meNancy@NancyPuder.com to discuss thebenefits of homeownership and to get thefacts on today’s real estate market. ✤Nancy Puder is a real estate broker inArroyo Grande, CA. with Nancy Puder& Associates. If you have any questionsor concerns regarding your own property,contact Nancy at (805)710-2415 oremail Nancy@NancyPuder.com. Youmay also go to Facebook.com/NancyPuder Realtor and “like” her page to accessother real estate related articles.Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 31REAL ESTATEAll CleanCLEANING SERVICEProfessional CleaningAttention to detail with a personal touchRESIDENTIALVACATIONCOMMERCIALMOVE-OUTS(805) 234-2491New Homes on 2–8 AcresGorgeous single-level homes4 bedrooms, 3-car garagesEach on 2–8 acre lotsStarting at$ 669,900More Great Listings!$949,900–Gorgeous3452 sq. ft. home on over anacre in AG. Horses OK.$ 729,900–Charming Duplexin SLO Across from Mitchell Park,live in one and rent the other!Call Nancy Puder Today!805.710.2415Nancy PuderRealtor / Broker

32 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressLifestyleEDUCATIONCollege PlanningBy Kym BartleyIalmost learned about early collegeplanning too late: my experiencegoing through the processwith my own son is somewhatof a cautionary tale. Those of youwho have a son or daughter who is asenior in high school already knowwhat I mean: college applicationseason is here. I don’t know if I wasin empty-nest denial or what, butsomehow in the fugue of high school,I almost missed getting my son intocollege! It was a blur of footballgames, homework, proms, tests,getting into driver’s ed, getting alearner’s permit and a license. Mindyou, I still had to work full time.For most people, their child’s educationis the second largest pur-chase they’ll evermake. The first isbuying a home, andmost people spendyears saving, househunting and fixingup their house. Yet,many parents wait until their studentis a senior before they evenstart college planning. Every highschool guidance counselor knowsparents, especially those who arebusy or just unfamiliar with thechanges in the application process,who just get overwhelmed.Times have changed since we (parents)went to college. The complexprocess of preparing for and applyingto a few colleges can feellike a labyrinth oftest dates, filling outonline forms andscrambling to meetvarious applicationdeadlines. For example,the averagecollege bound student takes (andsometimes retakes) the SAT and theACT, fills out the UC and commonapplications, files the FAFSA, writes3-5 essays, chooses a major and selectsschools for that course of study,applies to 8-10 schools (this is whatis recommended), and of course,the parents need to financially positionthemselves to pay for college.This college application process isnot only complex and time sensitive,but it is also extremely competitive;however, there are a numberof tools out there to help you.I recommend you start gatheringresources as early as sophomoreyear. Remember, the earlier you begin,the less stressful your lives willbe when senior year rolls around.NCPS - SLO is offering severalFREE Financial Aid workshopsover the semester. I’ve attacheda flyer for those events.Kym Bartley CollegePlanningSpecialist4251 S. Higuera Street Ste. 800San Luis Obispo, CA. 93401Pet Peace of MindKeeping hospice patients andtheir animal companions nstogether throughoutlife’s journey...Pet Peace of Mind providesvolunteer pet services for thosewho are unable to care for theirpet companions while receivinghospice care. With this lovingsupport, hospice clients are ableto complete their end-of-life journeyswithout worrying about theirpet’s current or future needs.Pet Peace of MindServices:basic grooming, play, clean up)and grooming appointmentsboarding when a clientis hospitalizedveterinary care, pet medication,grooming and food costsclient is moved to a placementwhere pets are not allowed, orafter the death of the client) We have theperfect special to get you started today!NOW OFFERING...the safest and most effective way tostrengthen, lengthen and tone using acombination of ballet, pilates and yoga!Change your look…Health & Fitness EducationPersonal TrainingDiet & NutritionZUMBACycling ClassesBody PumpBody CombatBody AttackBody FlowYoga ClassesBump & BeyondAnd So Much More...A Volunteer Hospice Organization SINCE 1977Hospice SLO is supported 100% throughdonations, fundraising efforts, bequests and memo-a charitable donation, please contact us.* Some restrictions apply, not valid with any other pass or discount1304 Pacific Street, San Luis Obispo | (805) 544-2266 | www.hospiceslo.org

EDUCATIONLifestyleTolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 33Professional Health &Wellness Service DirectoryCollege Planning Workshops for 2014-2015The following workshops are FREE and are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 4251 S. HigueraSt. in San Luis Obispo, CA. and on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 613 S. Main st. in Templeton, CA. 80 5 soundfind your beat Call today foran appointmentSLO Wellness Center1428 Phillips Lane #300San Luis ObispoSLOLAC.com805.543.8688THE MAY FIRM Robert May is thefounder of The May Firm, a CentralCoast personal injury law firm, dedicatedto protecting the right of accidentinjury victims–car accidents, dogbite injuries, wrongful death claims.Mr. May has won numerous awardsfor the results he has obtained on behalf of his clients.Call 805-980-7758 for a free case consultation. 297 SantaRosa St., San Luis ObispoAT THE SAN LUIS OBISPOCOUNTY YMCA we are committedto meeting the needs of parentsby offering fun, enriching camps.Vacation camps provide a safe environmentwhere youth participate in a variety of excitingfield trips & activities, and overall help develop stronger,more confident young people. Sign-up for spring camp atwww.sloymca.org or call 543-8235 for more information.REVIVE MD MEDICAL GROUP specializesin Metabolic Medicine, Bio-Identical Hormone ReplacementTherapy, Medical WeightLoss, IV Nutrient Therapy,Acupuncture and Cosmetic Treatments. At ReviveMD we address the core of your issue and give you thetools to achieve long-term health. Let our group of physiciansand medical professionals help you lead a healthierlifestyle. “Looking young and feeling young never getsold!” 665 Main St, Morro Bay (805) 771-8478 • revivemdmedicalgroup.comKRIS DILWORTH,FNP, CDE is a Family NursePractitioner, Certified Diabetes Educator,and Certified Insulin Pump &Sensor Trainer. She loves what shedoes, and makes it a point to spendadequate time with patients to teachand help problem-solve for the manychallenges of diabetes. Her goal is tokeep you healthy! Call the office ofRoger Steele, MD, for appointments in San Luis Obispoor Grover Beach. (805) 541-1671THE ABLE CHOICE, INC. offerssupport and services to familiesand children with special needs byexperts in the field. Special EducationConsultant Dr. Jackie KirkMartinez and her team provideresearch-based dispute resolution,instruction, and intervention for children by advisingfamilies, agencies and school districts; supporting children’sneeds in home, community and school; providingassessments, program development, intervention andsupervision; and offering professional development.Serving children from birth through 22 years of age. Callfor a free consul-tation at (805) 295-8806 • www.theablechoice.comTERRY MERLO, FINANCIALSERVICES PROFESSIONAL Asa licensed agent of New York LifeInsurance Company and a registeredrepresentative of NYLIFESecurities LLC, I offer a variety ofproducts that can help you meet a number of insuranceand financial needs. I invite you to contact me about theinsurance and financial products I can offer, and for anin-depth discussion of your financial goals. CA Ins. Lic.#0C59583. 1000 S. Broadway, Suite A, Santa Maria •(805) 614-9507 www.terrymerloinsurance.comPEPPERTREE COUN-SELNG has been providingaffordable services onsliding scale to SLO Countyfor 25 years, starting at$30 an hour. We offer individual,couples, and familycounseling. We have a staffof professional counsellorswho work with clients to accomplish their goals ina timely and focused manner. Our approach is eclecticincorporating behavioral and cognitive techniques. Foran appointment or more information on our servicescall Larry Ratner, Ph D, at 805 235 2910 or email onesloguy@yahoo.com.We are located at 330 James Way,#180, Pismo Beach, Ca.

34 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressLifestyle“My hand and neck pain hasdecreased considerably. The exercisesin therapy and practiced at home arehelping me improve my posture andbody mechanics. ‘Hands-on’ therapyand low level lasers are very helpful.”–Barbara, SLOweeklyrecipeBRIAN’S GUACAMOLEBy Brian TalleyINGREDIENTS:2 ripe large hass avocados, cut into large chunks1 small ripe tomato or ½ larger heirloom tomato, diced1 clove of garlic, finely chopped¼ cup of cilantro, finely choppedJuice from ½ lemon1 jalapeno (or to taste), finally choppedKosher salt to tasteServes 4-6 people as an appetizerCombine tomato, garlic, cilantro. Add avocado andmash very slightly to maintain chunks. Add about ½jalapeno, lemon juice and salt. Taste for spiciness andadd more jalapeno if you want more heat. Add avocadopits—they, along with lemon juice, will prevent browning.Enjoy with traditional tortilla chips.Premium, SlidingScale Counseling.FOUR-WEEKFITNESSFASTSTART4 weeks of fat-blasting, muscle-buildingpersonal training and nutrition coaching!“It’s the best investmentI have ever madein myself.”–Rachel Abbott, Morro BayLocations across SLO County andNorthern Santa Barbara Countywww.cccslo.com (805) 543-7969Since 1968before after!A $544 valuefor just$197!Get all the details at www.AthlonElite.comor call 805-546-6070

HOME & GARDENLifestyleTolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 35How manytimes has afriend askedyou to borrow money?When you sayyou are low in fundsand won’t get paidtill next week, hethen will say: “Ok,I will ask you againnext week.” Howmany times has yourboss over loaded youwith tasks? And youjust smile, and say“thanks.” Or, after ahard day at work, youcome home to findyour family sittingaround, being toolazy to fix dinner for themselves. Allof these situations can be correctedby learning to set boundaries andbe assertive.To accomplish this task, you mustneed to believe in yourself and thatyou have a right to defend and protectyour time, space, body, andpossessions. Once you accept thisprecept, you are ready to set boundariesand be assertive.You also need to realize thatsit’s okay to say “no” to people, includingfriends. If they really areyour friends, they will still be yourBoundary SettingBy Larry Ratnerfriends even after their request isrejected. In fact, more often thannot, it’s your guilty feelings thatprevent you from asserting yourselfin the first place.So how do you say “no”? Just sayit, and don’t attempt to explain yourreason. If you give an explanationthen you leave yourself open forfurther manipulation. It can alsobe helpful to couch negative statementsalongside positive ones, tohelp both you, and the person youare about to turn down feel morepositively about the interaction.Like, “you’re a greatfriend, and and I’ve alwaysappreciated yourhelp, but I cannot lendyou money right now.”Let’s say you are tryingto return an itemyou bought in a market,and the clerk asksyou for the receipt,which few of us have.You don’t have thereceipt, you learn tocalmly say: I boughtthis item here, and Iwould like my moneyback. Keep repeatingthis statement, untilthe clerk agrees to takethe item back. This iscalled the “broken record.”Going back to the example of thefamily members that won’t help preparedinner, have you ever thoughtto just not do anything? They won’tstarve and will get the message thatthey need to help you after a hardday.Remember, you have a right to beyou and to say no to people.For more information on boundarysetting and being assertive, callLarry Ratner, Ph d at805 235 2910 or e mail him atonesloguy@yahoo.com. ✤Clean outthe CHAOSGARAGESCLOSETSHOME OFFICESPANTRIES MURPHY BEDS$250 FREEACESSORIESORDERS OF $2500 OR MORECall 805.462.8133or visitTailoredLiving.com/SanLuisObispoFranchise opportunities available. Call 866-669-8549SAGE EcologicalLandscapes & NurseryAvailable at San Luis Traditions in downtown SLO80 5 soundfind your beat

36 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa Presscentral coastVisitors’ GuideCayucosshoppingLos OsosrestaurantsCAYUCOS SURF COMPANY Since 1996 CayucosSurf Company has been providing friends & families withquality products, services, and gear. We are pleased to bringthe latest in apparel, surf and skate gear, and the highestquality rentals around. We also offer private surf lessons andrentals on wetsuits, surfboards, stand-up paddle boards and body boards! Come ondown and enjoy a day in the sun! 95 Cayucos Dr, Cayucos • (805) 995-1000 • www.cayucossurfcompany.comCAYUCOS CELLARS We of the Selkirk family inviteyou to our tasting room, located in beautiful downtownCayucos just a step from the beach, to partake in anambrosial experience, where fine wine and a warm welcomewill always be awaiting you. Cheers! 131 N Ocean Ave,Cayucos (805) 995-3036 • www.cayucoscellars.comrestaurantsLADY SPENCER For creative, unusual andunexpected treasures, Lady Spencer Galleria andDistinctive Gifs is your destination. You will findAmerican made items, Fire & Light hand poured glasstableware, sea glass art and jewelry, ceramics, soy candles,and garden items. 148 N Ocean Ave Cayucos, CA 93430(805) 995-3771SEA SHANTY Welcome to the Sea Shantyrestaurant located at 296 South Ocean Avenuein downtown Cayucos. Enjoy the ambience ofour quaint beach-town, and delight in watchingthe sunsets along our spectacular beaches. Weare pleased to provide you with the very best inservice and quality, and of course our outstanding, freshly caught local seafood. (805)995-3272shoppingNICHOLS PIZZA N GRILL More than great pizzaNichols Pizza N Grill offers scratch made items across a menuincluding gourmet pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads, pasta,and a variety of appetizers. There is an arcade along with 7 hidefinition t.v’s, 16 tap handles including draft root beer anda comfortable ambiance suitable for just about any diner orcrowd. Open 11am -10pm Thur-Sat, 11-9pm Sun-Wed. 1236#A Los Osos Valley Rd. Los Osos (starbucks parking lot) 805-534-0222.MARSHALL GARDENSFLORIST offers exquisite floraldesigns and plants for Birthdays, Get wells,Anniversaries, Holidays, Proms & Formals,Funerals & Sympathy. With daily deliveriesto Los Osos, Morro Bay, San luis Obispo andCayucos. Marshall Gardens specializes inweddings flowers county wide. Come visit usat 2087 10 th St. Los Osos or call 528-7725 www.marshallgarden.comLOS OSOS REXALL PHARMACYGIFT STORE is more than your average Californianeighborhood pharmacy. With a huge gift businessand regular events, the store has become a go-to-placefor happy hours, artist receptions, pajama parties, andfamily fun. Between the two building complexes is anoutdoor patio with a barbeque, music, and a professionalputting green, complimentary for all of their customers.In addition, the gift store has become well known for itsunique displays and one of a kind gifts. 989 Los OsosValley Road, Los Osos, California 93402 (805) 528-1017www.losososrexall.comScrumptiousVEGAN & Nut-FreeCookies & CupcakesGluten-Free Options!2085 10th StreetLos OsosShip 24 Hours Nationwide @www.sweetalexis.com1001 Santa Ynez, Los Osos805.534.9855www.nativeherbsandhoney.comTue-Sun 11-6pmtolosa press

ctivitiescentral coastVisitors’ GuideTolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 37Morro BayshoppingFARMERS KITES &SURREYS is the central coast’s originalkite shop. Located on the Embarcadero inMorro Bay, Farmers Kites & Surreys hasa large assortment of kites to make your time in Morro Bay fun for the family. Spend aday on our beautiful beaches flying kites and when you’re done, rent a surrey and ridealong the new Harbor Walk out to the famous Morro Rock to watch the otters at play! Anamazing experience for all to enjoy! 1108 Front St, Morro Bay 805-772-0113ROCK KAYAK CO. offers safe, natural, and healthyadventure on the water; where you can rent your own kayak andadventure alone with family or with friends. With our rentals weoffer free lessons with first time customers. We can also assist you inpurchasing a kayak or any equipment we sale. We’re passionate aboutthe sea and really look forward to making your next kayak outing oneyou won’t forget! 845 Embarcadero St, Morro Bay • (805)-772-2906 • www.rockkayak.comcoffee & treatsshoppingHMC YOGA & WELLNESS SPA $10 for 10 daysof UNLIMITED YOGA for new students only. Or, 30 days ofunlimited yoga at $5 per class for new/returning students($10 initiation fee). $10 drop-ins. Affordable prices. Nocontracts. Join the tribe and enjoy awesome yoga andbody work! Happily serving the community since 2002!Across from the Post Offi ce at 845 Napa Ave, Morro Bay.Ph: 805-909-1401. ww.HolisticMovementCenter.comYOGA CENTER OF MORRO BAY Don’t miss youryoga practice just because you’re on vacation. With daily classes and$10 drop ins, our variety of experienced, certified teachers will giveyou a memorable experience at an affordable price. We welcomeall levels and abilities. YCMB~Your Yoga Studio Away from Home!Conveniently located at 1000 MainSt. within walking distance of mostMB hotels. (805) 268-2668 • www.yogacentermb.comTOP DOG COFFEE BAR is located in Morro Bay andCayucos and open daily serving Espresso drinks, Coffees, Pastries,Panini’s, Organic Orange Juice and the most amazing Mochas you willever taste. We are also proud to announce that Top Dog Cayucos is nowserving McConnell’s hand crafted ice cream and featuring new summerflavors of Island Coconut, Sweet Cream, and a Bordeaux Strawberry.Come try an Affagato and enjoy the ocean breeze and find out what everybody is talkingabout. Visit us at facebook.com/topdogcoffeeMB 857 Main Street, Morro Bay (805) 772-9225 | 14 N. Ocean Street, Cayucos (805) 900- 5194GRANDMA’S FROZEN YOGURT ANDWAFFLE SHOP Morro Bay’s newest downtownbusiness, GRANDMA’S FROZEN YOGURT & WAFFLESHOP is open and offering Old Fashion specialty waffles,Real frozen yogurt, and refreshing sorbet. Non-electronic activities are availablethroughout he week, including board and card games. Located on the corner of MorroBay Blvd. & Main Street, they also provide a public restroom for downtown guests.Come and enjoy the newly created courtyard as you watch downtown come alive duringthe Saturday Farmers Market. Live music is available periodically. Be sure to Facebookus for daily yogurt flavors and activity updates! Hours: 9-6pm Sun-Thurs and Fri- Sat till10pm. Come see us after the show! 307 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA Call (805) 704-YUMM (9866) Text GRANDMAS to 56955 to sign up for special offers.ALOHA SHIRT SHOP An island paradise of items for men,women and kids. All the best brands: Tommy Bahama, Reyn Spooner,Tori Richard, Kahala, Paradise Found, Go Barefoot, Rum Reggae,Jams World, Iolani and Bamboo Cay. Sizes XS- 7XL including bigand tall. Over 12,000 shirts in stock. Can’t visit us in person? Visit ourwebsite at www.AlohaShirtShop.com. 458 Morro Bay Blvd., MorroBay • (805) 772-2480restaurantsBEADS BY THE BAY AND GARDEN SHOPFull service bead store including repairs and classes, with abeautiful hidden garden shop! Herbs, succulents, air plants, andgarden decorations. Unique beads and findings from Americaand all around the world! Open every day. 333 Morro Bay Blvd.(across from B of A) • (805) 772-3338COALESCE BOOKSTORE Local and independentsince 1973. We have new and used books, greeting cards, musicand unique gifts. Special orders welcome. Visit our GardenWedding Chapel...where memories are made. 845 Main Street,Morro Bay (805) 772-2880 www.coalescebookstore.comSMOOBAGE,which means “something that you really love” is adelightful store that will peak your senses as yousearch for the perfect item or gift. You will findArtistic pieces from a variety of local artists as wellas a quaint store that houses a paradise of colorfulpalettes & textures. From leather goods to jewelry,greeting cards & a children’s section there are treasures abundant. 591 Embarcadero, MorroBay. (805) 459-5751. Text SMOOBAGE to 56955 to Join & receive 10% OFF your nextpurchase!BAYSIDE CAFE is a wonderful find if you arelooking for fresh food and something off the beatentrack where the “Locals” love to eat while lookingover the Back Bay. A restaurant with a casual dinningexperience, great home cooked food from the farmand the sea. Homemade desserts are a must try. Open7 days a week for lunch featuring fish and chips, soups,salads, sandwiches and some Mexican items. Try ourdinners served Thursday through Sunday featuringfresh seafood items as well as tri tip, hamburgers, pastasand more…Dog friendly heated patio too! Located in the Morro Bay Marina directly acrossthe road from Morro Bay State Park Campground at #10 State Park Road in Morro Bay!805-772-1465LOLO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT GreatMexican food, served in a warm and friendly atmosphereat a reasonable price. Reservations and credit cards gladlyaccepted. Daily drink and food specials and patio dining.Brunch, lunch, and dinner served 7 days a week 10:00 to9:00 pm. Located at 2848 N. Main St., Morro Bay • (805)772-5686OFF THE HOOK New seafood grill andsushi bar on the Embarcadero offers modernand traditional seafood dishes at reasonableprices. Magnificent rock and Bay views fromevery seat in the house. An amazing diningexperience in a beautiful setting. Open Tues-Thurs 12-8, Fri-Sat 11:30-9, Sun 11:30-8. 833Embarcadero, Morro Bay • (805) 772-1048 www.offthehookmb.comTHE GRILL HUT If you are lookingfor the best family owned BBQ on theCentral Coast come on down to The GrillHut located at 3118 N Main Street in MorroBay. Try our signature mouthwatering RibEye Steak, BBQ Sandwich’s or our savoryBaby Back Ribs. We also offer catering andtake out give us a call at 805-772-2008. Text GRILLHUT to 56955 to join and receive 25%Off any entreé.tolosa press

40 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa Presscentral coastactivitiesVisitors’ GuiderestaurantsSan Luis ObispoWALLY’S BICYCLE WORKS Wally’s has almost any kindof bike you would want to rent from cruisers to tandems, kid’s bikes,road bikes, hybrids, and many, many more. Visit Wally’s Bicycle Worksin SLO at 306 Higuera St. (805) 544-4116 • (805) 748-3794 • www.slobikerental.com • wallysbicycleworks@yahoo.comCENTRAL COAST BREWING is Celebrating 16 years ofhand crafting beers on the beautiful Central California Coast. CCB isyour neighborhood brewery. Enjoy Daily happy hour and guest foodtrucks. Enjoy our beers in a “living room of stainless”, or sit out on thenewly refurbished patio. We offer 10-13 beers on tap, and there is alwayssomething new to try at the bar. Free WiFi, board games, sports and more.Located at 1442 Monterey St. b100, SLO 783-2739 centralcoastbrewing.com, facebook.com/CentralCoastBrewingDOC BURNSTEIN’S ICE CREAM LAB Experience our new“Ice Cream Wonderland” located in downtown San Luis Obispo. Enjoy the funand wacky flavors made in Doc’s lab, while watching the train travel throughtunnels, around the giant ice cream waterfall, and through the wall of flavors.Enjoy our Nostalgic Ice Cream Parlors in The Village of Arroyo Grande andOld Orcutt. Watch award winning ice creams made on-site, follow the modeltrains into tunnels and over bridges. Enjoy the live performance of the “IceCream Lab Show” in Arroyo Grande, Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm, wherethe audience helps create a unique flavor. Each parlor is truly a one-of-a-kind Ice Creamexperience! 860 Higuera Street, Downtown San Luis Obispo • 114 W. Branch St., Village ofArroyo Grande • 168 West Clark Ave., Old Orcutt • (805) 474-4068 • www.DocBurnsteins.com GARDEN STREETCelebration BandFolk MusicBROAD STREETThe Open EndsIndie Rock BandNIPOMO STREETDays Alone BandLocal Rock BandCHORRO STREETChristopher HawleyGroovey Singer/SongwriterMORRO STREETJim & ICover BandOSOS STREETJessica’s Jolly JumpsClimbing wall & bounce houseSept. 25, 2014FREEentertainment foreveryone!TABLE AND CHAIR SEATINGON BROAD STREETSponsored by:SLO DowntownAssociationFREE BIKE VALET SERVICEON MORRO STREETSponsored by: San Luis ObispoCounty Bicycle CoalitionFor more information about upcoming events sponsored by the Downtown Association, please call (805) 541-0286 or visit: www.DowntownSLO.comBLISS WHOLE FOOD CAFE, SMOOTHIE & JUICEBAR is located in the heart of downtown SLO with a creekside patiofacing the historic SLO Mission. Serving delicious, energizing &empowering foods ranging from sandwiches, burritos, tacos, bowls,salads, live desserts, smoothies, juices and much more! Sourcinglocal & organic ingredients to give you the best quality & flavors.778 Higuera St. SLO, Ca. 93401 www.blisscafeslo.com

Fiestas Patiras!Photos By Erin O’DonnellSLO City News • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 41NEWSSLO’s Mission Plaza gotback to its roots Sept. 18with a “Celebration ofMexican Independence Day” andperformances merging the richheritage of native populations,traditions from Spanish colonizationand 400 years of blended culture.The Latino Outreach Council ofSan Luis Obispo sponsored theevent with help from the MexicanConsulate of Oxnard. ✤

42 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • SLO City NewsExclusive Event Sponsor:S. Brett WhitakerPlatinum Sponsor:NEWSWowies Back For Fall 2014TechPitch is a competition designed for technology-relatedstartups that are ready for angel or venture capital funding.Six selected companies will pitch their business ideas to apanel of industry experts and investors.To attend, please visit:TechPitch.orgEvent & Ticket Details:When: Wednesday, October 22, 5-8 pmWhere: Alex Madonna Expo Center (SLO)Tickets: $35/Person, $250/Table for Eight,$15/StudentFor anyone wondering whatlots of kids with signs andyellow T-shirts were doingthroughout SLO last week, Cal Poly’sWeek of Welcome, or WOW Week,was back. The orientation eventaimed at freshmen was in full swingthroughout the SLO Downtownand on Campus last week. Billedas, “a balanced combination ofexcitement, learning, and newexperiences,” the event featuredbooths from local businesses givingaway swag on campus as well asnever ending walking tours foreverything from dorm groups,campus clubs and frat houses. ✤Keynote Speaker:Doug HutchesonFormer CEO of Leap Wireless(acquired by AT&T in 2014)“ This competition isprobably the best local forum tobroadcast your innovation or ideato the community and beyond.”- Paul Webber2013 TechPitch WinnerAttend TechPitch to:» WATCH» LEARN» VOTEtech startups pitch their ideas to a panel ofinvestors and industry experts, similar to the TVshow, “Shark Tank”.from keynote presenter, Doug Hutcheson.for your favorite company to win the“Audience Choice Award”!TechPitch is a collaborative event brought to you by:CAL POLY SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER FOR INNOVATIONFunded in part through a cooperativeagreement with the U.S.Small Business AdministrationCIEThis ad space wasgenerously donated by:Graphic designdonated by:

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44 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressIn the BlackThishasbeen asespeciallytough columnto write because I keep getting upset.And then I think, “Well, that’s nothelping anybody to just go off likethat. What solutions or strategiescan I propose?” Answer, “None thataren’t long-term, societal, commonsenseor preachy.”So I put it aside and start onanother topic. Nobody likes to bevented on. But the news keepscoming and employers need toknow about some of this stuff — sohere, I go, bringing you up to date onsome things that infuriate me andsome news that I believe shows thecyclical nature of cause and effect.Cause: you can recite this withme: “If we hadn’t chained womenand children to sewing machinesand locked them inside for 18 hoursa day, we wouldn’t have labor laws.”If employers hadn’t done godawfulthings to their employees we’dEmployee Abuses — Contempt for the GreedyOnly Human?By Betsey Nash, SPHRnever have needed unions. But thosedays of horrible treatment are in thepast — or so I thought.Nope: employees are still being paidless than minimum wage; still not beingpaid overtime when they work longdays; still being asked to work off theclock; and to sign blank timecards.And lest you think this is onlyhappening to undocumentedimmigrants who take the jobs the restof us don’t want, that’s not the case. Notthat it makes it right, but I do noticethat society has a higher tolerance formistreating “illegals” than for citizens.Being paid under the table means noprotections from abuse and no worker’scomp. No payroll taxes, either.Effect: A recent investigation bythe McClatchy News Service exposedhundreds of companies who receivedstimulus funds back on 2009, onlyto by-pass taxes and worker’s comppremiums by paying their employees as“independent contractors.”Again, no protections for theemployees and no taxes for thegovernment. And this is where I go off.You can’t take the stimulus money if youdon’t believe in taxes! It’s hypocritical,greedy and unpatriotic.The Feds made it worse, in my opinion,by letting many of these companies getaway with it.Really? You hand out incentives toprime the pump, to put money in thehand of employees so that they willspend it, and when you learn that theemployees are not getting their fairshare, you don’t do anything about it?Lest you think I only have contemptfor greedy, cheating employers, I amalso upset that California has passed alaw requiring all employers to provideup to three paid sick days a year to all oftheir employees, part-time and temps,too, not just full-time employees.See what I mean about a cycle? Great,now even the mom and pops will haveto provide paid time off. And I knowhow it is with this kind of benefit — payincreases work the same way. We call itthe “hygiene effect.” Just like a shower,its effect wears off after a while.As I said, I have no solution. Iwish employers weren’t still takingadvantage of their employees sothat the government didn’t feel theneed to protect them by penalizingall employers. I wish employerswould see what Google and otherprogressive companies know andthe numbers prove — taking care ofyour employees is good for business.Happier employees who trusttheir employers are much moreproductive, making the companymuch more profitable, andeverybody wins.Oh, I just saw a headline aboutnewly mandated training andeducation on the prevention of“abusive conduct.” I gotta go take ashower. ✤Betsey Nash, SPHR, is a humanresources professional with morethan 25 years’ experience, includingrunning her own successfulconsulting firm, NASH HR Services.She can be reached at: bnash@strasbaugh.com. Only Human is aregular feature of Tolosa Press.com.Loyalty Should Be Rewarded!Text the correct key word to 56955 or visit 805Loyal.comand receive AMAZING REWARDS from your favorite local brands!Cuveé Bistro &Champagne BarText CUVEE to 56955and receive a2 for 1 ChampagneBubbly FlightSLO GoodGarden & GiftsText SLOGOOD to 56955and receive10% off yourfirst purchaseVillage BeanCoffee ShopText VILLAGE to 56955and receiveBuy one drink &get one FREE550 1st, Avila Beach805-595-2245good& gifts741 Higuera St, SLO805-787-06832320 Main St, Cambria805-927-0077The GraduateText GRADUATE to 56955and receive a$2 off cover chargePlutosText PLUTOS to 56955and receiveFREE side withpurchase of a mealSports ForumCentral Coast Now TVIs your local community channel!Our locally produced and hosted TV shows promote localcommunities, businesses and events that are right here on theBeautiful Central Coast.* Charter Channel 10 and Comcast Channel 27 *Tune in and support your local businesses.990 Industrial Way, SLO805-541-09692114 Comband St #1, San Francisco805-439-3200Text SPORTSFORUM to 56955and receive50% off any food item710 Higuera St, SLO805-543-8336Valerie MercadoValerie@nobleproductionsllc.com(805) 904-6904POWERED BY805.541.8398Show YourMobile CouponAt StoreTo Redeem

Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 45Big Deals With Cal Deals FurnitureBy Gareth KellyIn the BlackWheeling and dealing,that’s the name of thefurniture game.We all need something to sit on,something to eat at, and a placeto lay our weary bodies. Whileat college, Adam Graves foundhimself working at a furnituremanufacturer to make ends meet.Originally from Atascadero,Graves would finish class and headover to the furniture warehouse,load up a truck and bring sofas,beds, night stands, etc., across theCentral Coast.Graves found himself moreinvolved with the company astime went by, and gained moreinsight and experience within thefurniture industry. “Eventually,” hesaid, “one thing led to another andI along with my business partnerbought the business. Our missionis to provide people with excellentquality furniture at the best possibleprices.”Even during the economic downtownCal Deals Furniture has continued togrow utilizing a business model of lowoverhead and bulk purchases, enablingthem to sell furniture for approximately50-percent less than regular retailprices.As the business grew Graves neededa bigger facility and now has twolocations, 149 Granada Dr., Unit A, SanLuis Obispo and 126 West Main St.,Santa Maria.“We never pressure people, we justlet people be,” he said. “A lot of ourbusiness we get from word of mouth.People see a sofa at a friend’s house,find out how much they paid and wantto get a similar deal. Even during thedownturn, people are still looking for agreat deal.”Working closely with manufacturers,Graves has made a conscious effort tobuy as much local or U.S.-madefurniture, something he feelsbenefits more than just their bottomline but also the greater community.“One things that sets us apartare the numerous ‘Made in theUSA’ tags on a lot of our products,”Graves said. “We focus on doingbetter, keeping costs down andwe’re always bursting at the seamswith furniture.”As a true local, Graves can oftenbe found surfing but is unwilling toshare his favorite surf spot for thefear of it becoming too popular. “It’shard to beat our local lifestyle,” hereflected. “I love to take trips awaybut am always grateful to return tothis area.”To find out more about CalDeals Furniture stop by thestores or see the website at: www.caldealsfurniture.com. ✤Construction Services805-574-3155We Do All The “Honey Do’s”All Household RepairsProviding Professional Handyman ServicesFree EstimatesLicensed and Fully Insured: Contractors License No. 306732 Residential and Commercial ServicesCall the Broker withthe SOLD signs!Kelly VandenheuvelKelly Vandenheuvel,()80 5 soundfind your beat

46 • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • Tolosa PressIn the BlackLocal Tech Provider SellsLocal IT provider TechXpress,Inc., in San Luis Obisposince 1999, made a bigannouncement on Monday.The web and marketing servicesportion of TechXpress has beensold to SMS Masterminds. SMSMasterminds is a regional companyproviding direct digital marketingto customers via smart-phonesand other services. TechXpress’ ITdivision simultaneously is beingsplit off to the company’s ChiefTechnical Officer, Tim Snyder.Ahead of the announcement,TechXpress CEO, Bryan Sarlitt,took time for a few questions fromthe SLO City News as did AlexMinicucci, CEOSpendSmart/SMS Masterminds.SLOCN: What has it been like towatch TechXpress grow and changesince 1999?Sarlitt: It’s been extremelygratifying to watch TechXpressevolve and overcome the manychallenges it faced throughoutthe past 15 yrs. We operated twodifferent divisions, each in highlycompetitive, fast evolving markets;IT management, and websitedevelopment. I will probably write abook about it all.SLOCN: Why are you selling thecompany now?Sarlitt: I wasn’t actively lookingto sell, but I received simultaneousoffers from two different parties(one for each division) that Icouldn’t refuse. It allowed me towalk away with a clean slate havingour debts paid off, allowed our staffto keep their jobs with more growthpotential, and allowed our clients toreceive more services and support.SLOCN: What made SMS Masterminds(for the Web division) and Tim Snyder(for the IT division) the best people togo with?Sarlitt: SMS’ parent, SpendSmartNetworks, is a well capitalized publiclytraded company that was in need ofspecialized web technology and talentto complement its existing team andproduct offerings.Our web division’s proprietarysoftware, experienced team, andrecurring client base made for a goodfit. Also, SpendSmart Network’sCEO and majority shareholder, AlexMinicucci, is TechXpress’ former COO.The familiarity between us added to thecomfort level.As CTO, Tim Snyder had been the faceof our IT division for the past severalyears. He was intimately involved withevery facet of the operation. About aweek before I received an offer fromAlex for the Web division, Tim invitedme to dinner to share his desire totake part or full ownership of our ITbusiness. Due to his familiarity withour operations, his passion for IT, andhis financial backing, it seemed like anatural fit.SLOCN: What roll will you have withthe company after this week?Sarlitt: I have no official role otherthan to be available as needed to assistwith the transition.SLOCN: What were some of theconsiderations for clients in thedecision?Sarlitt: Clients shouldn’t feel anyimpact in the short term, as they willcontinue to receive the same set ofservices and interface with the samestaff they’re accustomed to. Once thedust settles, I know there are plans toenhance the service offerings for eachrespective division.SLOCN: Why did you decide to makean offer on TechXPress?Minicucci: We at SpendSmart decidedwe were ready to activate the next stagein our business plan, to expand ourproduct offering to ecommerce/mobilecommerce, which has great demandamongst our existing customer base.When we began our search, we werefortunate to have an ideal candidatein our own backyard, TechXpress.They have a long and proven trackrecord of successful ecommerceimplementations. The fact that they’relocal just made it even better.SLOCN: How much is the deal worth?Minicucci:$1.2M in cash and stockpaid to TechXpress.SLOCN:Does SMS intend to expandthe services offered to both clientelesor keep them separate?Minicucci: We do plan to offer ourservices to both sets of clients, as theyare a natural fit. We also intend to reachout to the customers buying throughthe TechXpress ecommerce platformand introduce them to the SpendSmartloyalty network.SLOCN: How might the newarrangement impact the San LuisObispo tech industry?Minicucci: This deal helps to createa ‘larger’ company, which is necessaryto create a tech ecosystem in San LuisObispo to attract and retain talent inthe area, as well as investment dollars.We need more companies to get outof the ‘mom and pop’ stage to createviable employment alternativesfor programmers, designers,managers, etc. that are consideringmoving here for a job. We have anamazing and collaborative businesscommunity here - everyone seemsto rally when our little companiesgrow and have success.SLOCN: What is the future fordigital marketing technology? Arecomplete website suites phasing outin favor of direct communication?Minicucci: I’m not sure anyonecan predict too much at this point,except for the following: all futureinitiatives should be mobile focused,and built with the understandingthat the consumer is in control(personalization). That means, ifpeople want to get your informationvia text, you should invest insending it to them via text. We feelwe’re playing at the convergenceof these ideological shifts, creatingmuch opportunity for our business,licensees and shareholders.SLOCN: What’s next foryour employees after thisannouncement?Minicucci: Our employees loveknowing we’re at the forefrontof this industry, and love to bechallenged. The new TechXpressteam has already begun toassimilate themselves well into theSpendSmart office, and have greatideas for building game-changingservices for SMB merchants. We’reat about 40 employees now, whichis up from about 12 this time lastyear. We’ve got a very talentedgroup and a culture that encouragesinnovation. ✤

Tolosa Press • September 25 - October 1, 2014 • 47In the BlackFrench Hospital MedicalCenter has announced thatRick Stollmeyer, Co-Founderand CEO of MINDBODY, Inc.,and Lori Stollmeyer Ryan, aformer OB nursing supervisor atFrench, are making a $1 milliongift to support the “French —Well into the Future Campaign”that includes the expansion andremodeling of the hospital’s FamilyBirthing Center. In recognition,the new center will be named, “TheStollmeyer Family Birthing Center.”The center opened 16 years ago andhas not had a major upgrade. Thecost of the construction is estimatedat $4 million and is expected to becompleted by the end of 2015. Morethan 575 babies are delivered at thecenter each year.The SLO Chamber ofCommerce welcomed a newmember, Emergency VehicleSpecialists Inc., with a ribboncutting ceremony. EVS provides,“complete emergency vehicle systemsolutions for law enforcement, publicsafety and private businesses.” “As asingle source provider, we can meetall of your communications, safetyand vehicle equipment requirements.Whether you are up-fitting a completepolice vehicle or replacing a lightbar, Emergency Vehicle Specialists,Inc. can supply you with all of theequipment necessary,” said Donnaand Stephen Haynes. Contact EVS at(844) 474-7367.Rep. Lois Capps is going onrecord against offshore oildrilling in several sensitive areasnationwide, including the Coastsof Santa Barbara and VenturaCounties. The bill, H.R. 2, passedon a largely partisan vote, 226-191with Capps offering four amendmentsto protect public health and coastaleconomies, but all amendments wereblocked from consideration, includingdebate or a vote, on the House floor.“This bill is yet another attemptedassault on the environment andeconomy of the Central Coast andcoastlines across the country,” Cappssaid. “And despite the fact that CentralBiz BriefsBusiness News and AnnouncementsCompiled by Camas FrankCoast residents have repeatedly madetheir opposition clear, it includes a tired,repeated effort to open up Santa Barbaraand Ventura Counties for new offshoredrilling.”A 2-day, rainwater catchmentaccredited professional workshophas been rescheduled for Monday-Tuesday, Oct. 13-14 at the LudwigCommunity Center, 864 SantaRosa St. (corner of Mill Street). TheAmerican Rainwater Catchment SystemsAssociation (ARCSA) and BORMATUSA of Arroyo Grande will offer acomprehensive training course. Theworkshop was postponed to allow moreinterested individuals and companies toattend. Sign up early to ensure seating.Lunch is provided both days. Cost is$395. If you want to become an accreditedprofessional, there is an additional $150testing fee and ARCSA membership isrequired. Register on the ARCSA websiteat: www.arcsa.org or for more informationcall Tim Pope at (360) 317-4192.One last October event will be heldat the San Luis Obispo BotanicalGarden. The Audubon Bird Walkwill be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Saturday, Oct. 18. The event featuresJessica Griffiths and Marlin Harms of theMorro Coast Audubon Society leadinga birding walk through the garden andthe surrounding environs. Returningwintering birds and fall migrantsincluding sparrows, warblers, raptors,and others. Walk will begin near Gardenentrance. Cost is $5 for Garden membersand $10 non-members. No reservationsneeded. See: www.slobg.org/bird formore information.The SLO Bioneers Conference,set for Saturday, Oct. 25 willfocus on investing in the newglobal marketplace to forwardethical goals. Keynote speaker, MarcoVangelisti, will explain leaving theposition of investment conflicting withethics. The conference will be at the SLOGrange Hall on Broad Street in. Othertopics address a wide range of social andenvironmental issues, including climatechange, the water supply, indigenousknowledge, youth leadership, and a majorworkshop on designing a watershed–wide management plan for the SalinasRiver, part of the “Dreaming the SalinasInitiative.” Tickets and information areonline at: www.centralcoastbioneers.orgDr. John Davidson, medicaldirector at NVISION Laser EyeCenters of Camarillo, announcedDr. Steve Langsford has been hiredas the clinical and executive directorfor thje company’s Camarilloand San Luis Obispo offices. “Dr.Langsford has lived in Oxnard since 1997and is involved in his local community,”said Dr. Davidson. “He has also servedon NVISION’s advisory board forthe past seven years, and receivednumerous professional awards including‘Optometrist of the Year’ from the Tri-County Optometric Society.” NVISIONLaser Eye Centers has 17 locations inCalifornia and Nevada. NVISION is thefirst provider in California to offer LASIKeye surgery with the “Swiss-engineered,”Ziemer Femto LDVCrystal Line Laser.Governor Jerry Brown hassigned Assembly Bill 2453, byAssemblyman Katcho Achadjian,establishing a hybrid governancestructure for the yet-to-be-formed PasoRobles Basin Water District (waterdistrict), as well as broadening the powersand authorities that the Local AgencyFormation Commission (LAFCo.) maychoose from when creating the waterdistrict. “Governor Brown’s signatureon this legislation is the culminationof very lengthy discussions on how tomanage the Paso Robles GroundwaterBasin,” Achadjian said. “It is only withleadership from the Board of Supervisorsand the City of Paso Robles, that we wereable to create a framework for the waterdistrict that will now go before the publicthrough the LAFCO process.” AB 2453takes effect on Jan. 1.The Harmony Café, locatedat 2177 Old Creamery Rd., inHarmony, recently got an “Awardof Excellence,” from the SLOCounty Environmental HealthServices after an inspectionof the place was deemed“100-percent clean,” accordingto Sheila Holub, assistant to ChefGiovanni. The certificate reads, “Thiscertifies that HARMONY CAFE hasbeen selected for exceptional efforts infood safety and sanitation, exhibitingan uncompromising commitment toproviding consumers with safe andwholesome food.” The Café openedin January and features farm-to-tablecuisine. The menu changes every day,said Holub. Call Harmony Café at 924-1219 for hours and more information.Harmony is a tiny little whistle-stopcommunity on Hwy 1 just south of thejunction with Hwy 46.The annual pledge drive forlocal non-profit agency, ALPHAPregnancy & Parenting Support,aka San Luis Obispo ALPHA,Inc., kicked off on Sept. 22 andruns through Oct. 3. In 2013,the drive raised $67,000. ALPHA’sgoal this year is to raise $70,000.This year’s drive theme is, “Walk theWalk,” encouraging the communityto give even more this year to anagency whose services have, for over34 years, supported maternal andinfant wellness countywide. To learnmore about ALPHA, call 541-3367 orsee: www.sloalpha.org.Transitions-Mental HealthAssociation (TMHA) BoardPresident, James T. Haas, recentlyreceived his third, Mielke Award, for“ongoing perseverance to providepermanent housing to those disabledby mental illness — a key componentof TMHA’s mission.” He remainsan, “active visionary, promotinga philosophy of partnerships withother nonprofits in programming,fundraising and cooperative venturessuch as permanent, supportedhousing and expanding work atGrowing Grounds Downtown retailstore.” Mielke Award winners arepresented a trophy plus a $5,000grant to the non-profit organizationfor which they volunteer.Send business news andannouncements for consideration to:frank@tolosapress.com.

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