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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2017 

A Monthly Look at Life in Our Remarkable Communities 

FEATURES 

12 ROBLAN OF THE YEAR 

HONORING RANCHER/REALTOR 

HUGH PITTS 

By Meagan Friberg 

14 BEAUTIFICATION OF THE YEAR 

HONORING THE CITY OF 

PASO ROBLES AND REC 

FOUNDATION FOR RENOVATION 

OF DOWNTOWN CITY PARK 

PLAYGROUND 


16 VALENTINE’S DAY 

CELEBRATIONS 

By Melissa Chavez 

38 HOOFBEAT 

By Dorothy Rogers 

14 

16 18 

EDITORIAL DEADLINE 

7 th of each month preceding publication 

ADVERTISING DEADLINE 

10th of each month preceding publication 

Founding Co-Publisher: Karen Chute 1949-2004 

Publisher/Editor: Bob Chute 

Editorial Consultant: Chris Weygandt Alba 

Advertising: Millie Drum, Pam Osborn, 

Jamie Self and Bob Chute 

DEPARTMENTS 

18 EDUCATION 

MICROS: A Pre-prepared Healthy Family 

Take-out Meal Program From PRHS 

Culinary Academy 

Paso Boy Scouts Receive a New Building 

Castoro Cellars BEAVERSTOCK Grants 

$18,000 to THS Band Boosters 

February is Children’s Dental 

Health Month 

PRAA Partners with PRHS Art Students 

Registering Kindergarten Students 

for the 2017-2018 School Year 

27 PASO PEOPLE 

This ’N’ That 

Relay for Life 

PR Police Dispatcher Retires 

The Big Laugh for Valentines! 

Celebrate Recovery Gatherings 

Available in Paso Robles 

Community Angels Recognized 

by Heart to Heart Real Estate 

PASO POPS - Independence Day 

Concert & Fireworks on July 1 

At the Paso Robles Library 

WE VALUE YOUR INPUT! 

VOLUME 16 | NUMBER 10 

29 ROUND TOWN 

35 th annual Ladies’ Conference 

Continues to Inspire Local Women 

County Perspective 

A Column by Bruce Curtis 

San Miguel Reflections 

Templeton Happenings during February 

41 CITY OF PASO 

ROBLES LIBRARY 

AND RECREATION 

Cool Stuff to Do for the Month Ahead! 

42 BUSINESS 

Wine Country Theatre Presents 

“Kings Of Cool” 

Inspired Home, Garden and Gourmet 

Expo planned for Feb. 25 & 26 

Voice of the Visitor Center 

A Column by Karyl Lammers 

KAYA Has a New Owner 

Local Goods Report 

by The Team at General Store Paso Robles 

Chocolate Stache and Cantinas on Park 

What’s Happening on Main Street - 

A Column by Millie Drum 

Frontier Floors Celebrates 40 Years 

Firefly: ‘Hitting the Road with 

Your Sweetie!’ 

47 TIME & PLACE 

Where to Find just About Anything 

and Everything to Do in January 

50 LAST WORD 

2017 Mardi Gras Underground 

Celebrates Fat Tuesday on March 4… 

Proceeds to Benefit Hospice SLO County 

and Community Counseling Center 


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JUST A THOUGHT 

By Bob 

Chute 

Hey guys, this is your chance to make some points 

on this very special day for the ladies. I could wax 

poetic about this special time for couples but suffice 

to say: Please, don’t miss this opportunity. Treat 

each day with loved ones as the special gift it is... 

but especially on Valentine’s Day. We offer a story 

detailing area Valentine’s Celebrations on page 16. 

In this issue… 

I do believe we have an interesting collection of 

articles for your review. 

First of all a tip of the ol’ PASO Mag cap to Hugh 

Pitts for being honored as Roblan of the Year, and to 

The City of Paso Robles and REC Foundation for 

renovation of the Downtown City Park recognized 

with the Beautification of the Year Award. Both will 

be honored (see stories, pages 12 and 14) along with 

the installation of the New Board of Directors at the 

Paso Robles Chamber’s Annual Dinner & Awards 

Gala coming up February 11 at the Paso Robles 

Inn Grand Ballroom for a “magical evening” with 

Dinner & Entertainment, Silent & Live Auctions, 

and more…Rho and I will see you there! 

In our Education section (page 18) you’ll find 

a story about the new program, MICROS: a preprepared 

healthy family take-out meal program from 

PRHS Culinary Academy plus another about the 

new building completed for Paso Boy Scouts. 

The 17th annual BUZZ Marathon will be run this 

year on Sunday, Feb. 19 on the beautiful Camp Roberts 

course (page 35) and, on the Last Word page, the 

2017 Mardi Gras Underground celebrates Fat Tuesday 

on March 4 with proceeds to benefit Hospice 

SLO County and Community Counseling Center. 

Wine Country Theatre presents a dinner theatre 

with “Kings of Cool,” returning on February 10 and 

11 (page 42) or you can catch the “Kings” at Hunter 

Ranch for a Supper Club Spectacular on Valentine’s 

Day, Feb. 14. 

Check out these and much more in the magazine 

this month, and please support our advertisers who 

make possible this free mailing each and every month 

for the last 190 months! 

BASEBALL IS BACK! 

Spring arrives Monday, March 20 

but February signals nearly Springtime 

when…Dodgers pitchers and catchers 

report to Spring Training on Thursday, 

Feb. 16, with the first full squad workout at Camelback 

Ranch-Glendale, Arizona on February 21, and 

the first Spring Training game on February 25. 

The regular season starts April 3 with the Dodgers 

home opener against San Diego Padres…or is that 

Los Angeles Padres?…oh yeah, that was a flawed football 

decision! 

Let the lunacy begin…GO BLUE! 

Personal 

Our grandchild #7, Emily Ruth 

Lear, celebrates her third birthday on 

February 13! 

Celebrating the Best in Our Community! 

Enjoy lunch, conversation, fabulous door prizes & more! 

In honor of our friend, 

Business Leader, Community Advocate, 

Arts Philanthropist & Hometown Angel 

Bring a friend or two and your checkbook, 

and join us as we put the "fun" in fundraising. 

Proceeds benefit Studios on the Park. 

Tuesday, February 14 

12:00 noon 

Studios on the Park 

1130 Pine Street, Paso Robles 

Tickets $50 each 

Please RSVP by Monday, February 6 

Mail your checks to: Studios on the Park, 

P.O. Box 3000, Paso Robles, CA 93447 

Questions? Call 805.238.9800 

or online: StudiosOnThePark.org 

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MORE BUILDINGS 

COMING SOON! 

NEW DISPLAYS! 

Things are always changing at the ESTRELLA WARBIRDS 

MUSEUM, with 34 aircraft, 4 buildings featuring tanks, missiles 

and other military vehicles plus amazing displays along with the 

unique WOODLAND AUTO 

DISPLAY spotlighting nearly 70 

vehicles including race cars, 

classic cars, trucks, motorcycles 

and fascinating memorabilia! 

MORE BUILDINGS COMING SOON ON ADJACENT 10 ACRES! 

Estrella Warbirds Museum & Woodland Auto 

www.estrellawarbirds.org 

4251 Dry Dry Creek Rd, Paso Robles 805-238-9317 

Take Hwy. 101 to Hwy 46 E,turn left on Airport Rd., turn right on Dry Creek Rd. 


Local Real Estate Agent / Broker and Rancher Will be Honored at 

Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala on February 11 

HUGH PITTS IS THE 2016 ROBLAN OF THE YEAR 

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"Paso Robles has a welcoming 

atmosphere, it’s a nice, 

friendly town, and I am happy 

to be part of this community.” 

ugh Pitts will be the guest of honor as 

the community and members of the Paso 

Robles Chamber of Commerce officially announce 

him as the 2016 Roblan of the Year at the Annual 

Gala on Feb. 11 at the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom. 

“We are delighted to honor Hugh Pitts as the 

2016 Roblan of the Year,” said Gina M Fitzpatrick, 

President/CEO of the Paso Robles Chamber of 

Commerce. “Hugh’s extensive volunteerism, coupled 

with his dedication to keeping agriculture alive 

in Paso Robles and reminding us of our roots, makes 

him a pillar in our community and very worthy of 

this prestigious award.” 

Hugh, a Broker/Associate Realtor with RE/ 

MAX Parkside Real Estate, was nominated for the 

honor by his friend and fellow real estate professional, 

Elissa Williams. 

“Hugh quietly does so much in our community,” 

said Elissa. “He barbecues for so many events and 

organizations, and donates his time and money to 

help various organizations, youth, and friends. He is 

just a low-key, nice guy – one of the nicest guys you’ll 

ever know – and he’s always willing to help.” 

GROWING UP YEARS 

He was born to Hugh Sr. and Aniela Pitts in 

Houston, Texas. The second oldest of four children, 

he grew up with his sister Linda and brothers, Frank 

and Jeff. In the early 1960’s, Hugh Sr. used his signing 

bonus from the Houston Oilers football team 

to purchase his first piece of property in East Texas. 

The siblings worked alongside their dad on the 

properties that he would purchase, improve, and sell. 

It wasn’t all work, though – they mixed in a lot of 

hunting and fishing during these weekends! 

Hugh played baseball and football as a youngster 

and during his years at Cypress Fairbanks High 

School. He worked for a framing contractor, a plumbing 

contractor, at a welding shop in the maintenance 

department, and was involved in vocational ag. 

Hugh attended Blinn Junior College and studied 

Agriculture Business before earning a bachelor’s 

degree from Texas Christian University (TCU). He 

was a walk-on at TCU during his junior year; he 

played football for the Horned Frogs for two years 

as a deep snap center on offense and was a member 

of the kick-off and kick-off return teams. Hugh 

earned his welder certification, worked at Tapco 

International and graduated from the TCU Ranch 

Management Program. Nowadays, he tries to attend 

at least two or three TCU football games annually. 

FAMILY, RANCH & REAL ESTATE 

Hugh and his wife Leslie, whose family has lived 

in Paso Robles since the 1950’s, dated long distance 

for three years before he moved to the area and they 

married at St. James Episcopal Church 31 years ago. 

They are the parents of Adelaida, 29, and Devon, 26. 

Their daughters attended Templeton High School 

and graduated from their mother’s alma mater, Cal 

Poly SLO. 

In 1986, Hugh and Leslie had the opportunity 

to lease the ranch that her family had owned since 

1957. They purchased part of the late Ray Samp’s 

commercial Charolais cow herd, 60 two-year-old 

English crossed heifers from Kootch Hillman, and 

started raising commercial beef cattle. They live on 

the Chimney Rock Ranch, just west of Paso Robles, 

where Leslie is the ranch manager and they maintain 

a hunt club that has been active for 40+ years. 

ASSOCIATIONS, AWARDS, & ACCOLADES 

Among his many community involvements, 

Hugh is the Past President and Director of the 

Adelaida Land Owners Protective Association, 

member and Past Chairman of the Adelaida Farm 

Center, member of the California Mid-State Fair 

Heritage Foundation Board, and the Past President 

and Director of the Paso Robles Trail Ride. He is a 

member of the California Cattlemen’s Association, 

Past President and member of the San Luis Obispo 

County Farm Bureau board, and received the 2008 

Freddy of the Year Award for Outstanding Service 

to Agriculture and the Farm Bureaus. 

He hosts the Annual Farm Bureau/Foundation 

for Ag Awareness Crab Feed, an event that raises 

scholarship funds for CMSF participants. His 

awards and affiliations are numerous, including: 

2016 Agriculturalist of the Year (Awarded by CA 

State Board of Equalization and the CMSF). Hugh 

is a SLO County Sheriff's Advisory Council member, 

a SLO County Williamson Act Review Committee 

board member, and a lifetime member of the 

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the National 

Rifle Association. 

Since joining the RE/MAX Parkside team in 

2000, Hugh has remained a top agent, specializing 

in the farms, ranches, vineyards, acreage and luxury 

estates of the Adelaida area and the Westside. His 

licensed assistant of 14 years, Kaye Dee Rickerd, said 

Hugh has received numerous awards for achieving 

yearly sales volumes and has been named several 

times on the Top Producers list for the top 100 

producers in the RE/MAX CA/Hawaii Region. He 

has been named to the RE/MAX Hall of Fame, the 

Executive Club, the 100% Club, and was named Top 

Producer, earned a Lifetime Achievement Award, 

and the Above the Crowd Award. In addition, he 

has earned a spot in the RE/MAX Platinum Club 

and proudly oversee the barbecue for the annual 

RE/MAX client appreciation party. 

Hugh enjoys meeting his buddies and colleagues 

for lunch at many of the restaurants in downtown 

Paso. Annually, 20 of his friends from Texas, SLO, 

and Paso gather for an Alaskan fishing trip. In his 

office, a photo of Hugh with his 230-pound halibut 

catch is displayed alongside numerous photos of his 

family, friends, his hunting and trail ride buddies, 

and numerous awards. 

Finding out about his Roblan of the Year award 

came as a “complete shock” to Hugh. “I had no clue,” 

he said. “When I received the call I was really surprised 

and I am humbled by all of this attention. I’ve 

watched Paso Robles evolve over the last 30 years; it 

keeps growing and the Chamber has done a great 

job with keeping up with that growth. Paso Robles 

has a welcoming atmosphere, it’s a nice, friendly 

town, and I am happy to be part of this community.” 

- By Meagan Friberg 



CHAMBER BEAUTIFICATION AWARD 2016 

The City of Paso Robles and REC Foundation 

Honored for Renovation of City Park 


Often referred to as the jewel 

of Downtown Paso Robles, the 

City Park is home to a newlyrefurbished 

playground and lush 

landscape design. Now, thanks to 

the folks at the Paso Robles Chamber 

of Commerce, the playground 

area has brought about muchdeserved 

attention to the City of 

Paso Robles and the REC Foundation 

as the winners of the 2016 

Beautification Award. 

“I am so pleased that the City 

Park was chosen for the 2016 Beautification 

Award,” said President/ 

CEO of Paso Robles Chamber of 

Commerce Gina M Fitzpatrick. 

“The impressive improvements to 

the park have made a positive impact 

on Paso families and the community 

as a whole. A substantial amount of 

work went into the the renovations 

and the City did an amazing job, truly 

making the park a beautiful gathering 

place for all to enjoy.” 

Chamber Marketing Director 

Allyson Oken said the nominating 

committee’s recognition of those 

that played a role in making the renovation 

of the City Park playground 

a reality is well-deserved. “It is an 

outstanding addition to the downtown 

center, it adds to the general 

splendor of the park, and has become 

a destination for locals and families 

visiting Paso Robles,” said Oken. 

The playground area, which was 

last upgraded in 1980, is located near 

the corner of 11th and Spring streets 

and was in desperate need of renovation 

as many of the playground 

structures had deteriorated through 

the years. Funding for the renovation 

was made possible through a State 

of California Housing-Related Parks 

Program Grant for $804,450 as well 

as $650,000 in city redevelopment 

funds. 

The four-month project included 

a complete renovation of the existing 

play area and now features two 

large play structure areas designed for 

varying ages and abilities as well as a 

merry-go-round, teeter totter, swings, 

a play house, shade structures, and 

more. During the renovation process, 

the entire park underwent upgrades 

that include a new entry plaza, 

pathway repairs, a rebuilt barbeque, 

and repairs to the gazebo and horseshoe 

pits. In addition, landscaping 

was upgraded throughout the park 

and repairs were made to the irrigation 

and electrical system. 

A $100,000 endowment fund, established 

by the Paso Robles REC 

Foundation, will provide funding for 

ongoing City Park playground maintenance; 

funds were raised from community 

donations and proceeds from 

the Concerts in the Park series. 

The City hosted a ribbon-cutting 

event on September 7 to officially 

reopen the newly-renovated Paso 

Robles City Park Playground. Members 

of City staff, elected officials, 

representatives from the Paso Robles 

REC Foundation, Parks and Recreation 

Advisory committee members, 

and representatives from SSA Landscape 

Architects and Brough Construction 

were in attendance. 

“We commend everyone who 

played a part in seeing this major 

renovation project to fruition, commented 

Julie Dahlen, Library and 

Recreation Services Director for the 

City of Paso Robles. “Starting with 

the REC Foundation and the Parks 

and Recreation Advisory Committee 

who focused their attention on this 

crucial recreational need for our 

community, to donors who contributed 

to an endowment for ongoing 

park maintenance, this project illustrates 

once again that ‘can-do’ spirit 

of Paso Robles.” 

The support from the community 

for the project, according to Maintenance 

Services Superintendent and 

Project/Events Manager for the City 

of Paso Robles Freda Berman, was 

invaluable. 

“We held community meetings 

so people could see the design 

before construction began and so 

they could give us their input,” said 

Berman. “We received helpful, constructive 

comments and there was a 

lot of enthusiasm for the project.” 

From the moment the construction 

fences were taken down, Berman 

said the playground has been “absolutely 

packed. The new playground is 

state-of-the-art and it is filled with 

families and children playing seven 

days a week – and that is the biggest 

compliment we can receive.” 

Declan Frampton enjoys the new slide 

at the City Park playground. 

Ground breaking for the City Park 

renovation project in 2016; pictured 

from left are: City Manager Tom 

Frutchey, City Council member 

John Hamon, Mayor Steve Martin, 

Christopher Taranto, and Brandon 

Medeiros of the REC Foundation. 

Along with community members, several City staff members, elected officials, 

representatives from the Paso Robles REC Foundation, Parks and Recreation 

Advisory committee members, representatives from SSA Landscape Architects 

and Brough Construction were in attendance at a ribbon-cutting event to 

officially reopen the newly-renovated Paso Robles City Park Playground. 


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In 2017, Valentine’s Day lands on Tuesday the 14th, leaving plenty of opportunities 

to celebrate on the preceding weekend. This year’s picks of things to do include activities 

throughout the week to make experiences with your sweetheart, friends or family members 

both fun and easy on the pocketbook. Whether wine tasting, butterfly watching, appreciating 

fine art or fighter jet displays, we hope your special day will be a most memorable one! 

Valentine Dinner Supper Club Spectacular 

• Tuesday, Feb. 14 filled with romance, 

amazing food, music and dancing at The Grill at 

Hunter Ranch Golf Course featuring The Kings 

of Cool, starring Chad Stevens, Bobby Horn and 

John Laird with the Brett Mitchell Trio. They will 

serenade you with all the classic tunes from the 

Great American Song Book, while enjoying a 5 

course dinner all by candlelight. Space is limited 

and reservations are required, $79 per person, call 

237-7440, 4401 Highway 46E in Paso Robles. 

More info at hunterranchgolf.com 

Dale Evers Studio • 1000 Park Street, PR. 

Imagination is anything but constrained at Dale’s 

corner at Tenth and Park Street. Winged creatures 

and metal-fabricated guitars share equal 

space with panels of stained glass, soaring swordfish, 

iridescent jellyfish, bronze figures and larger-than-life 

garden artistry. Call 434-9237 for 

current studio hours. Visit daleeversstudio.com. 

Eberle Winery • 3810 Hwy. 46-East, PR 

(3.5 miles east of Hwy. 101). Bring your sweetheart 

or friends to enjoy complimentary wine 

tastings and free daily tours in the Eberle Caves 

every half hour, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reservations 

are needed for groups of 10+. In addition 

to establishing Syrah grapes on the American 

map, Cabernet Sauvignon is still king at Eberle, 

but the 2015 Côtes-du-Rôbles Rouge Rhonestyle 

blend by winemaker Chris Eberle is a 

must-try. Play bocce ball or simply enjoy Eberle’s 

award-winning wines overlooking the 38- 

acre estate vineyard. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 

5 p.m. Call 238-9607. Visit eberlewinery.com. 

Estrella Warbird Museum • 4251 Dry 

Creek Road, PR. Just two miles from Paso 

Robles Airport sits a wealth of aeronautical, military 

and automotive history and what a collection. 

View early-year aircraft, retired and active-duty 

fighter jets, vintage aircraft, missiles, drones, 

old ambulances, pilots’ equipment and aviation 

artifacts. The Woodland Automobile Display 

collection houses some of the coolest examples 

of restored NASCAR Sprint, Super Modified 

vehicles, Midget racers and historic motorcycles 

in a 17,000-square-foot showroom. There 

is even a full-size FA/18 cockpit flight simulator 

available for $20 per half-hour by contacting the 

museum at 238-9317 or you can make reservations 

online at www.ewarbirds.org/f18sim/reservation.html. 

Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday 

through Sunday. Visit ewarbirds.org. 

Wine Country Theatre presents ‘The 

Kings of Cool’ – A Tribute to Frank 

Sinatra & Dean Martin at Park Ballroom, 

1232 Park Street (above McLintock’s), PR, 

on Friday and Saturday, February 10 and 11 at 

7:00 p.m., starring Chad Stevens, Bobby Horn 

and John Laird with the Brett Mitchell Trio. 

Attend a dinner and a show for $75 or show 

only, $25. Doors open at 5:30 for cocktails and to 

seat dinner guests. Martinis/wines available for 

purchase. Dinner promptly at 7:30 p.m. Threecourse 

dinner catered by Chef Andre Averseng 

Please see VALENTINE’S page 17 


VALENTINE’S from page 16 

of PasoTerra features choices of entrees, salads 

and desserts. Note: Dinner order deadline 

is six days prior to event. (Sorry, no dinner orders 

at the door.) Tickets and dinner selections: 

www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2774059. Call 

(800) 838-3006. Visit winecountrytheare.com. 

Stand-Up for Pups Comedy Night a benefit 

for Second Chance at Love Humane Society. 

On Saturday, Feb. 11, doors open at 6 p.m. at 

the Atascadero Pavilion on the Lake featuring 

3 comedians and music by Rewind. Cost is $35, 

$40 at door biglaughlive.com or 712-0400 

Ecluse Wines • 1520 Kiler Canyon Road, PR. 

Just 2.3 miles west of Spring Street and Niblick 

Bridge are the sloping hillsides at Ecluse Wines. 

Now in their 20th year, Steve and Pam Lock 

have married experience and the gleaned expertise 

of Paso Robles’ finest winemakers to create 

impressive vintages of Rhone, Bordeaux and Port 

style wines in small batches. Ecluse practices sustainable 

winemaking and revenues help support 

Dogs for the Deaf nonprofit organization. Enjoy 

tastings of Double-Gold-winning wines at Lock 

Vineyard in surrounds that make Ecluse Wines 

a one-of-a-kind place to visit. Hours are 11 a.m. 

to 4 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Call 238-4999. 

Visit eclusewines.com. 

Mission San Miguel Archangel • 775 

Mission Street, San Miguel, was founded in 

1797 and rebuilt by indigenous Salinans when 

it was destroyed by fire. Visit the peaceful mission 

grounds and chapel to view architecture, 

paintings and woodwork that have stood the test 

of time. Gift shop available. Open daily from 

10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Donation: $3/adults, $2 / 

children (5-17). Under 5/free. Call 467-3256. 

Visit missionsanmiguel.org. 

Monarch Butterflies on the coast with your 

loved ones is a relaxing and unique way to allow 

nature to take its course on Valentine’s Day. The 

monarchs can be seen daily through February 27 

at the Pismo Butterfly Trees, Highway 1 (at the 

south end of the North Beach Campground) 

from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Docents from Morro Bay 

State Park share information from 11 a.m. to 

2 p.m. Sponsored by the Morro Bay Museum of 

Natural History, 772-2694. Call Pismo Chamber 

at 800-443-7778 or visit monarchbutterfly.org. 

Paso Robles Pioneer Museum • 2010 Riverside 

Avenue, PR. See a re-creation of storefronts 

from a bygone era and other vignettes. 

They include a chuck wagon, Model T’s, buggies, 

tractors, farm implements, a dentistry, hospital 

room, Paderewski exhibit, Native American artifacts, 

firearm collections, military uniforms, 

post office, movie house cameras, maps, photos, 

books by local pioneers, a jail, a schoolhouse and 

so much more! Hours are 1 to 4 p.m., Thursday 

through Sunday. The volunteer staff is awesome 

and admission is free. Call 239-4556. Visit 

pasopioneermuseum.org. 

Studios on the Park • 1130 Pine Street, 

PR, is a dynamic, working art gallery that features 

spacious areas for viewing and inspiration. 

The Atrium Gallery is the primary public exhibit 

space, providing for 145 linear feet of wall hanging 

space and 2,100 square feet of open areas. The 

Signature Gallery displays works of artists from 

around the world, while the Showroom Gallery 

promotes, displays and offers the fine art of 

Paso Robles Art Association members. Showroom 

hours are Monday-Wednesday, 12-4 p.m., Thursday, 

12-6 p.m., Friday-Saturday from 12-9 p.m. and 

Sunday from 12-6 p.m. Studios on the Park is a 

501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Call 238-9800. 


EDUCATION & YOUTH 

DIRECTOR OF FOOD SERVICES GREGG WANGARD 

ANNOUNCES A NEW SYSTEM… 

MICROS: A PRE-PREPARED HEALTHY 

FAMILY TAKE-OUT MEAL PROGRAM 


In the first few minutes of talking with 

Gregg Wangard, Director of Food Services for 

the Paso Robles Joint Union School District, 

his excitement and enthusiasm for the various 

food programs that he oversees is immediately 

apparent. Wangard a talented and dedicated 

chef that has earned accolades and awards 

throughout the county, joined the district in 

April 2015. For nearly two years, he has been 

sharing his passion for all things food with 

students, staff, and the extended community 

with his commitment to bringing fresh, whole 

foods to the table. 

“Our biggest change, and the mission of 

what we do, is that we are bringing back a 

whole foods approach,” said Wangard. “We 

want to limit the amount of packaged and processed 

foods and bring back a scratch cooking 

method into our district. All of our salad bars 

throughout the district have fresh, whole foods 

– no more canned fruit, beans, or veggies.” 

The response from those enjoying the fresh 

foods and meals, including the breakfast and 

lunch meals served in the Academy Café to 

the general public Tuesday through Friday, has 

been outstanding, according to Wangard. 

“The kids are the ones that win; we are educating 

them, showing them fresh choices, and 

letting them see a lot of fresh vegetables including 

locally-sourced and organic fruits and 

greens,” said Wangard. “We work with several 

local companies such as Harvest Santa Barbara 

and SLO Money, an organization that promotes 

local, small farmers; it’s great to have the products 

of local farmers on our salad bars.” 

UPGRADES & NEW PROGRAMS 

In the past few months, there have been 

several upgrades and improvements made at 

the Culinary Arts Academy and Cafe, located 

at 1900 Golden Hills Road, including new 

paint, carpet, and flooring. Future plans call 

for a new sound system and separating the 

rooms within the café area to allow for three 

separate banquets to be held at one time. 

“We want to be able to use the facility more 

for the community,” said Wangard. “So, those 

businesses and people locally who are looking 

for a meeting space with the option of food service 

for breakfast or lunch will have the option 

to book space with us.” 

Additional plans include the use of Open 

Table, an online reservation system that allows 

customers to reserve a table using a cell phone 

or computer, and MICROS, which gives students 

and staff the ability to program a menu 

into the computer and send an order directly 

back to the kitchen. 

“The Academy is all about student achievement 

and student success,” said Wangard, 

“so we want to go with models that allow us 

to make more modern updates to what we are 

already doing to train students for employment 

after high school.” 

FAMILY TAKE-OUT MEALS 

The MICROS system will also allow for the 

newest endeavor of the Academy – a family 

take-out meal program, set to launch in 

mid-February. This exciting meal option gives 

families in the community the opportunity 

to order and then pick up a full meal that 

feeds four in a price range of $20-30, Monday 

through Friday. 

“The food will be prepared and ready for 

customers, some of it partially-cooked, and 

families will just have to pick it up and heat it 

for their dinner,” said Wangard. 

As a dad and husband, Wangard said he understands 

how it’s often difficult for parents to 

find time to prepare a healthy meal for the family 

after working all day. Wangard and his wife 

Kelly, a chef and hospitality consultant, are parents 

to daughter Elle, and son Mason, both students 

at Georgia Brown. His first-hand knowledge 

of juggling time with family and outside 

obligations has been the driving force behind 

starting the family take-out dinner program. 

“I want to be able to help parents and children 

enjoy family dinners together,” said Wangard, 

“and I think it’s important to show our 

Academy students how they can work and still 

enjoy family time. I think sharing the evening 

meal together makes families happier and 

healthier. It’s not just the food, but also the 

Gregg Wangard, Director of Food Services for 

the Paso Robles Joint Union School District. 

chance to spend time together, pray, thank 

God, and talk about the highlights and lowlights 

of our day; we all need to do more of 

that and I hope these take-out meals will allow 

families that opportunity.” 

ENJOY A MEAL 

& SUPPORT LOCAL STUDENTS 

As the second month of 2017 gets underway, 

Wangard said he would like to see more 

support from the community for the Academy 

Cafe, especially with the launch of the take-out 

family meals and what he calls the “grab-andgo” 

lunchtime deli options. 

“We are situated in a great location, right at 

Union and Golden Hill, so it’s convenient and a 

good option for dining on the east side of Paso 

Robles,” said Wangard. “And, really, this is all 

about the kids – we want to show them what 

a busy restaurant is like, we want them to be 

educated with the most modern technology, 

and give them all of the experience necessary 

to go right into the industry after graduation.” 

The Culinary Arts Academy provides juniors 

and seniors in the district culinary arts and food 

industry training. It is a four semester elective 

course that has been headed by Chef Phillip 

Riccomini for the past 18 years; Riccomini is set 

to retire February 5, with a new head chef to be 

hired soon. The facility is home to an academic 

and instructional kitchen with a fully-functional 

dining area. 

Currently, the Culinary Academy students 

and staff prepare meals in the full production 

kitchen and provide breakfast and lunch orders 

for all district schools as well as San Ardo and 

Bradley schools; this amounts to around 1,000- 

1,200 breakfast meals and 1,500-2,000 lunches. 

In addition, approximately 30 community members 

visit the café for meals Tuesday-Friday, a 

number Wangard would like to see increase. 

Dine at the Academy Café, located at 1900 

Golden Hill Road, Tuesday through Friday; 

breakfast is served 8-10:30 a.m. and lunch is 

served 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 769-1133 for more 

information on the new family take-out dinner 

program, set to start mid-February. 




By Chuck Desmond 

Boy Scouting in El Paso de Robles dates back to November 1916 when 

an article about forming a troop at the Methodist-Episcopal Church was 

published in the Paso Robles Leader – our newspaper of that era. The history 

after that goes quiet until 1948. That year, two entire surplus buildings from 

Camp San Luis were dismantled, moved and re-assembled onto a newly 

donated, unique parcel at 23rd and Oak St. The property itself was put into a 

Trust established specifically for the use of Scouting. The Trust was managed 

by The Rotary Club of Paso for the next 68 years! Rotary is still involved, 

however the Trust was changed to a Foundation to receive non-profit status 

which makes donors’ gifts much more simple. 

Paso’s Boy Scout Troop 60 is the largest troop in SLO and Santa Barbara 

counties. It was created out of the merger of three troops in the mid ‘70s. 

When it reached a steady membership of over 70 a couple years back and, 

as the number approached 80, it became painfully clear that the two 

existing 75 year old buildings could no longer meet the needs of 

the Boy Scouts and Cub Scout Pack 65 plus Venture Scouts, the 

Scouts Rank of Advancement Review Board and the Parents’ 

Committee. These groups kept the two buildings in constant use. 

Okay, nothing new with this scenario of outgrowing one’s 

current infrastructure in a growing Paso, is there? However, the 

larger question was how to solve the problem. And, sure enough, 

Roblans never shirk from a challenge to help their own. Certainly, 

everyone over the age of 5 knows what a Boy Scout is. Just as certain 

is the fact that many of Paso’s prominent men of business or education 

or government were scouts themselves....even this humble writer. These are 

men who are high achievers and most likely can attribute at least some portion 

of their understanding of “what it means to be involved” directly back to 

the fundamentals they learned through the Scouting program. These men have 

reached various levels of success and they also “get-it about giving back.” It simply 

wasn’t a stretch for the seven Foundation’s Board members (John Hamon, 

Phil Cagliero, Bernard Olsen, David Athey, Paul Viborg, Kermit Komm and 

Kevin Hansen) to reach agreement to keep one building and replace the other 

with one entirely new and much larger building. They would be only a few feet 

apart. The new building is named Troop 60 Esteemed Eagle Lodge. 

Scouting is like the American Cancer Society or Paso’s Public library – 

everyone can get behind these causes and never blink twice! The unwritten 

motto is “Yep, I’m in; what can I do to help?” Within an 18 month 

time frame, Nick Gilman, a retired City Council Member and a prominent 

architect, volunteered to do the site plan and building design - all pro bono. 

Following that, the Gary Tucker Construction Co., partnered with the 

Foundation to act as the General Contractor. With those two major cornerstones 

in hand and with an understanding of what the costs would be, 

the Ole, Sandy, Paul and Debbie Viborg families, with their deep roots in 

our town (and with a couple Eagle Scouts themselves in the family), ponied 

up and committed to sponsoring the lion’s share of the needed finances. 

While these events were taking place, Steve von Dohlen who is Troop 60s 

Scoutmaster (and has been since 2007) began his phase of the project which 

was to continue the Scouting Program during the expected 6-month-long 

project of demolition and new construction. The Scouts continued to meet in 

Walls were 

framed in 

January 

the building designated to remain. A storage container was brought in to hold 

furniture and equipment from the building to be demolished. The First Baptist 

Church stepped up and offered space where the other meetings could be held. 

With Nick Gillman’s architectural drawings finished, the next step was 

the City’s building permit process. Paso’s Community Development and 

Building Departments also pledged their support. Necessary fees were paid 

and all code-checks were enforced but what really helped was the determination 

of the departments to get behind a definitely-worthwhile project and 

keep the process moving from one approval stamp to the next. 

One of the two original buildings had to be torn down and removed. The 

other building merely needed a paint-job. The earth needed grading so a 2,800 

sq. ft. building with parking could be sandwiched in between the Oak trees. 

Who would do all that? Plus pour the concrete, build the walls, wire and 

plumb the building, put in some doors and a roof and windows? Flooring 

would be nice; so would A/V capability plus movable partitions and 

lights! So far, I’ve been able to trace about 20 local construction and 

supply companies which made substantial donations of materials 

and labor to ensure it all would happen. The list of these top 

notch companies is in a Thank You notice on facing page 21 of 

this issue of PASO Magazine. Hey, and let’s not forget the parents 

and scouts themselves and their involvement of donated 

hours doing much of the physical labor. It took mega-gallons of 

coffee, trash clean-up, a thousand Saturday morning donuts, and 

probably a few hundred sandwiches as well. Meanwhile, the Scouts 

continued to do their community service work for Paso such as the 

downtown American Flag displays that are set out several times each year. 

As you are reading this, the building is being moved into. It’ll be in complete 

useable condition before the next issue of the PASO Magazine is in your 

mailbox. An open house is scheduled for March 4, at 2 p.m. All are invited. 

So let’s change course here a bit and talk about Scouting instead of erecting 

a Scout building. Everyone knows it takes village to raise a child. However, 

Scouting isn’t about raising children; it’s about turning boys into young men 

who will grow and develop to have morals, convictions, goals, leadership skills 

and an understanding of the world they are expected to contribute positively 

to. In these times, it might take up to 7 years to start off in the rank of Boy 

Scout and go on to earn the Eagle badge. The average age of a Scout earning 

that lifelong title is 17. Since 1950, 115 young men have earned the rank of 

Eagle Scouts locally. Forty of them have been in the last 10 years. Currently, 

Scout Troop 60 produces, on average, 4 Eagle Scouts per year. This doesn’t just 

happen with the wave of a magic merit badge. It’s not easy but it is productive! 

Paso’s scouting moms and dads are equally committed to, and very involved in, 

the process of guiding, counseling, course-correcting, teaching, challenging and 

celebrating each step along the path of their son’s progress through scouting. 

Parents themselves have contributed over 2,000 hours of community service in 

each of the last five years! Scout Master Steve von Dohlen leads the assembly 

and there are also many assistant adult Scouters who give up gazillions of hours 

for preparation and hands-on time. Hooray to all of them. 

Let’s finish with three good and positive thoughts: 

A) To those who made this new facility become a reality 

– congratulations to you for a job well done. 

B) To those who want to donate your time, money and ideas 

to help sustain this facility and the local Boy Scouts 

organization, contact The Paso Robles Scout House 

Foundation by calling John Hamon at 238-0524 or email 

to John@HamonOHD.com 

C) To find out more about Paso Boy Scouting for your son, 

come to a meeting any Monday at 7 p.m. at 23rd and Oak. 



CASTORO CELLARS AND TIMBA SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC EDUCATION 

BEAVERSTOCK GRANTS $18,000 TO TEMPLETON BAND BOOSTERS 


Beaverstock Music Festival made 

tangible use of their motto of “Celebrating 

Music and Community” 

recently when it donated $18,000 in 

revenues to Templeton Instrumental 

Music Boosters Association (TIM- 

BA). Niels and Bimmer Udsen, owners 

of Castoro Cellars in Templeton, debuted 

their annual Beaverstock concert 

series at the winery in 2013 and have 

since shared the fruits of their success 

with local nonprofit organizations. 

In 2017, the donation will help 

Templeton High School music stu- 

dents maintain standards of excellence 

that have not only earned them 

awards in regional competition and 

coveted chairs within the San Luis 

Obispo County Honor Band, it will 

better equip graduating students to 

meet educational opportunities at a 

higher level. 

Meanwhile, the outlay to initially 

attire each Templeton marching 

band member with a uniform jacket, 

hat and plume is $200, not counting 

pants and proper shoes. The average 

investment per student is close to 

$400. Not included in that tally are 


mas tree and wreath sales. However, 

even the best efforts of students, parents 

and other volunteers need a boost 

of their own to help sustain well-doing. 

David Landers hopes that others 

will see the value of the Templeton 

music program and is thrilled 

Please see MUSIC page 24 

By Millie Drum 

The American Dental Association’s 

campaign for Children’s 

Dental Health Month is “Choose 

Tap Water for a Sparkling Smile.” 

While filtered and bottled water is 

widely consumed, research shows 

that sufficient levels of fluoride 

in community water is safe and 

effective in preventing tooth decay 

in children and adults. Clearly, 

water is better than sugary drinks 

and soda! 

Lisa Klockenteger, RDHAP, has 

over 40 years of experience in all 

aspects of dentistry. A Registered 

Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice, 

she is licensed with specialized 

training that allows them to practice in 

settings outside the traditional dental 

office that may include skilled nursing 

facilities, hospitals, private homes and 

their own offices. To serve children 

and adults with Denti-Cal and Medi- 

Cal insurance, Lisa’s office provides a 

hygienist who will see those patients 

instrument costs. Drum heads range 

$1,200 to $1,500 annually; a new 

tuba can set a budget back $3,000. 

“Running even a small band like 

ours can involve expenses far beyond 

what the District pays and of what 

the public is generally aware. TIM- 

BA’s marching band budget alone is 

$30,000,” says David Landers, Band 

Director at Templeton High School. 

TIMBA volunteers typically earn 

monetary support through rummage 

sales, fireworks booth and Mid-State 

Fair parking lot revenues, dinner fundraisers, 

Thanksgiving pie sales, Christexclusively. 

She adds, “Considering the 

fact that individuals are losing their 

health insurance coverage or relying 

on assistance, our alternative care is one 

of the best available because people of 

all ages receive comprehensive hygiene 

and preventative services.” 

While recognizing February as 

Children’s Dental Health month and 

treating many children regularly, most 

of Lisa’s patients are over 45. Their 

hygiene and oral health is particularly 

important to overall health. Lisa’s 

oldest patient, a lady of 105 years old, 

is cared for at her bedside. Maintaining 

the health of her remaining teeth 

helps her overall health. 

“Our office affords those who 

are stuck in the middle, who are not 

quite retired, but not receiving full 

benefits. We care for them and help 

them make decisions about their oral 

health. We offer a wealth of information 

and services.” Lisa’s office is accepting 

new patients. Call 237-0942 

and visit 503 13th Street, Paso Robles 

and Facebook, "Your Neighborhood 

Hygienist." 



PRAA PARTNERS WITH PRHS ART STUDENTS 

The Edith Iwata Scholarship to 

Benefit Talented High School Students 

will expand the mission of the 

Paso Robles Art Association to offer 

art scholarships and mentor young 

artists through a partnership with 

the Paso Robles School District Visual 

and Performing Arts (VAPA) 

Program. The scholarship is offered 

to both AP Art students and Studio 

Art students and includes a PRAA 

student membership and the experience 

of entering juried shows. PRAA 

members can also shadow and mentor 

young artists. 

According to Carlota Santa Cruz, 

PRAA president, “We have traditionally 

given annual scholarships to Cuesta 

College art students with proceeds 

from our annual Arte De Tiza. Now 

we can include high school art students; 

ensuring the future of PRAA by expos- 

ing young people and their families to 

our association, programs, meetings, 

classes and demos.” Brent Moser, specialist 

for the VAPA program adds, 

“We are delighted to partner with the 

PRAA to augment the experiences we 

offer to our students.” 

For more information, visit pasoroblesartassociation.org. 

The PRAA 

Showroom gallery is located in Studios 

on the Park. 


Registering Kindergarten Students for the 2017-2018 School Year 

Families with children turning 5 

on or before December 1, 2017 are 

encouraged to attend a Kindergarten 

Registration Meeting at 6 p.m. at 

Paso Robles High School Wednesday, 

Feb. 1 (English) or Thursday, 

Feb. 2 (Spanish). Registration information 

regarding enrollment will be 

shared at the meetings. 

Beginning February 5, packets 

may also be picked up at the District 

Office or your neighborhood 

elementary school. When registering 

your child provide the following 

information: County birth certificate 

(proof of legal name and age); Immunization 

records; Proof of address 

(utility/electric bill; AND Parent’s 

driver’s license or identification card. 

• Kindergarten is for children who 

will be 5 years old on or before September 

1, 2017. Kindergarten hours 

are the same as 1st to 5th graders. 

• Transitional kindergarten is 

for children who will be 5 years old 

on or between September 2, 2017 

and December 2, 2017. Transitional 

kindergarten is projected to be held 

at the following sites: Pat Butler, 

MUSIC from page 22 

with Beaverstock’s investment in 

Templeton music students. “Largescale 

fundraisers, like our Beaverstock 

partnership, allow us to generate 

significant income while having 

fun and celebrating our community.” 

Winifred Pifer, Virginia Peterson, 

and Bauer Speck. Transitional 

kindergarten will also be taught in 

Spanish at Georgia Brown. 

• Early entrance to transitional 

kindergarten is for children who 

will be 5 years old on or after December 

3, 2017 and March 1, 2018. 

Admittance for early entrance is 

based upon available space. 

To volunteer or make donations, 

contact TIMBA at templetonbandboosters@gmail.com. 

Learn more 

about Beaverstock Music Festival by 

visiting www.castorocellars.com. 

The team from Castoro Cellars present 

$18,000 to Templeton Band Boosters. 

• PRJUSD also offers a prekindergarten 

Early Learning Academy. 

• Visit www.pasoschools.org to 

review program options. Registration 

will take place at: Paso Robles 

Joint Unified School District Office 

800 Niblick Road, from 7:30 

a.m. until 4 p.m. Contact the District 

Office (769-1000) for further 

information. 



PASO PEOPLE 

THIS 

‘N’ 

NASCAR HALL OF FAME UNVEILS 

NEW LINEUP OF ICONIC CARS 

For just the third time since 

the NASCAR Hall of Fame first 

opened its doors in 2010, race fans 

will see a new Glory Road exhibit 

encircling the Great Hall in the 

museum's main level. 

Glory Road "ICONS" features 

18 cars representing some of NA- 

SCAR's most recognizable vehicles 

as well as its legendary drivers. 

The exhibit officially 

opened to 

the public Jan. 7. 

Friday, Hall officials 

held an unveiling 

for members 

of the media 

and various local dignitaries. 

Seventeen of the vehicles were 

on display when the hour-long 

event got underway. The wraps 

on the 18th, the No. 28 Ford 

Thunderbird piloted by Davey 

Allison for Ranier-Lundy Racing, 

were removed during the program. 

(The #28 Davey Allison stock 

car is on loan to NASCAR from the 

Woodland Auto 

Display at the 

Estrella Warbirds 

Museum in Paso 

Robles. That was a 

pretty neat deal. - 

Editor note). 

As with previous Glory Road 

exhibits, the "ICONS" exhibit will 

remain on display for three years. 

For more information check out 

nascarhall.com and woodlandauto 

display.com. 

LOVE AND RESPECT 

MARRIAGE CONFERENCE 

Set for Friday, February 10, 

6:30-10 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.- 

1 p.m. Research reveals that during 

marital conflict a husband most 

often reacts unlovingly when feeling 

disrespected, and a wife reacts 

THAT 

A COLLECTION OF STUFF 

disrespectfully when feeling unloved. 

Though we all need love and 

respect equally, the felt need differs 

during conflict, and this difference 

is as different as pink is from blue! 

Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 

Creston Rd., Paso, register at loveandrespect.com/events/video-conference/, 

$15-20 per person, or 

register at the door or church office, 

238-3702, ext. 205. 

HISTORIC 1929 FORD AIRLINER 

COMES TO PASO ROBLERS 

Re-live the beginnings of airline 

travel and ride in the Experimental 

Aircraft Association’s (EAA) 

immaculate Ford Tri-Motor, the 

world’s first mass-produced airliner. 

The plane will be in Paso Robles 

February 10-11, and San Luis 

Obispo February 12-13. It can 

carry up to nine passengers and every 

seat has a window. Passengers 

are encouraged to bring a camera 

to record and share this experience. 

Book your spot at www.flytheford. 

org, EAA’s Tri-Motor tour website. 

You can also pre-book a flight by 

calling 1-800-843-3612, or take 

your chances and just come to the 

airport. 

FREE FAT LOSS WORKSHOP 

REVEALS HOW TO TONE 

YOUR BODY 

What does the ideal exercise 

program look like based on actual 

research? What does a healthy diet 

look like that will lead to fat loss, 

based on nutritional research? 

Come check out the free Fat 

Loss Workshop on Thursday, February 

16, 6 to 7 p.m. at San Luis 

Sports Therapy, 1345 Park Street, 

Paso Robles. RSVP by February 14, 

226-0975 

6 WEEK KICK START 

FITNESS PROGRAM 

Looking for a kick start on your 

journey to a more active life and 

help in feeling more comfortable 

dialing in on an efficient and effective 

exercise program and healthy 

eating habits? So you can move 

better, regain your vitality and jump 

back into living an active life. 

Scheduled for February 20th - 

April 1st, at San Luis Sports Therapy, 

1345 Park Street, Paso Robles. 

Call 226-0975 for information. 

THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER 

Relay for Life - Now in April 

"Knock Cancer Off the Board!" is 

the 2017 theme for the Paso Robles 

Relay for Life. After being held in the 

hot summer months for many years, 

the date has been changed to April 

29 and 30 at Frontier Town at the 

PR Event Center. Visit relayforlife. 

pasorobles/ca to register a team, 

donate and become a sponsor. 

For further information, call Relay 

Manager Deb Jeffers at 473-1748 or 

email deb.jeffers@cancer.org. Committee 

members and volunteers are 

greatly appreciated! 

9 TH ANNUAL TOUR OF PASO 

FOUNDER'S TEAM CHALLENGE 

The Cancer Support Community 

SHROVE TUESDAY FUNDRAISER 

PANCAKE DINNER 

Atascadero United Methodist 

Church's Sierra Service Project 

teams will host a Shrove Tuesday 

pancake dinner, 11605 El Camino 

Real, to raise money for their trips 

on Tuesday, February 28. The cost 

is $10 per adult and free for children 

12 and under. Two seatings: 

one at 5:15 and one at 6:15 p.m. 

At 6 p.m., pancake games for all 

ages. Shrove Tuesday is celebrated 

the day before Lent begins, the 

evening before Ash Wednesday. 

For more information about the 

church, go to www.atascadero 

umc.org or call 466-2566. 

BECOME A CASA VOLUNTEER 

Lift up a child's voice. Lift up 

a life. Become a CASA volunteer. 

Training for new volunteers 

begins in March in Paso Robles. 

Information sessions will be held 

in Atascadero at Starbucks, 7135 

El Camino Real at 6:30 p.m. on 

February 8 and in Paso Robles 

at Starbucks, 2301 Theatre Drive 

at 6:30 p.m. on March 8. Applications 

for March training are 

available online at slocasa.org or by 

calling 541-6542. 

is hosting the Kick-Off party on 

Thursday, Feb. 16 from 5:30 to 

7 p.m. The Tour of Paso, a 26 and 

50 mile Wine Country Ride is held 

on March 25. Register online at 

tourofpaso.org. The Cancer Support 

Community is located at 1051 

Las Tablas Road in Templeton. Info: 

call 238-4411. 



LORI MORGAN RETIRES AFTER 

23 YEARS WITH PASO PD 

As Lori's co-workers walked past 

our interview room and gave her a 

hug, the tears welled up rapidly. So, 

I asked, “Why retire now?” Through 

more tears of joy, there was no delay 

in the answer. “I love these people 

and my job but I've done this for 

a long time through all the days' 

shifts, holidays and celebrations, 

the disasters and the slow times. 

Now, it's time for my husband and 

me to be on the same clock. I crochet, 

tie-dye, stain glass, and dream 

of places to travel to while we can. 

I want to rebuild some long-time 

relationships where I missed events 

because I was at ‘the desk.’ It might 

take me a couple weeks to realize 

that it's Lori-time – but I sure am 

ready to get started!” 

Lori Morgan – there is no way 

to ever know how many lives you 


By Chuck Desmond 

lying or if it's for real. “I'll find out if 

Lori Morgan was born and you're not truthful as I am part-detective 

raised in El Paso de Robles. Back 

to make sure we get the bad- 

when the town looked a lot different, 

guy.” Fair-time is the busiest 2 weeks 

her dad's summer job was for the dispatchers but with each 

right near the old police station local, state, federal or international 

and, at the age of 4, Lori scooted disaster, the call-volume escalates. 

back and forth between the two. It Lori said her commitment on 

was quite comfortable for her to be every shift, as the first of the 1st responders, 

made a difference for, but from all of 

around our small group of officers 

was two-fold: protect Pa- 

us in Paso, thank you a ton for your 

in those days. 

so's police officers and the fire team; 

service! Great job lady! Blessings on 

After graduating as a Bearcat, and the citizens of Paso. “These are 

you! 

Lori did some follow up college my people, my cohorts and workmates, 

Hmmm, I wonder if she'll ever 

work at Hancock and Cuesta between 

my neighbors and my family. 

read this story. I don't think the 

her 20 years at Ennis Business 

I have to be ever-ready to start events 

PASO Magazine is distributed on 

Forms, Chaparral Business in a flash. Time is often critical.” 

cruise ships in the Caribbean! 

Supply and Beckman Instruments. 

But the best was yet to come. 

Lori was doing volunteer work for 

the Monterey County Parks Dept. Stand-Up for Pups 

and she seemed to know her safety-stuff. 

A man asked her if she was The Big Laugh Returns February 11 

a dispatcher or 9-1-1 operator. Lori 

said, “No” and the man replied, “You By Millie Drum 

The nonprofit selected to receive 

should be!” That got her to thinking. The Big Laugh premiered on Valentine’s 

the proceeds this year is very dear to 

Lori's next step was to take 

Day weekend in February Lizette. She adds, “Since we rescued Since their founding in 1998, Sec- 

2-weeks off and get a dispatcher's 2009. For seven successful years, Beau, our Blue Nose Pitbull Terrier, ond Chance at Love, an all-volunteer 

certificate. Openings were here and Lizette Mizelle has invited popular we have become even more dedicated 

nonprofit has rescued, rehabil- 

there but Lori, as a true Roblan, stand-up comics to perform on the 

to helping Second Chance itated and placed over 5,000 dogs 

wanted to be in her home town. Six Central Coast, entertained thousands 

at Love Humane Society. The Big with loving homes. Founder Cheri 

months later, a Paso opening came 

and has given back to local Laugh will host a silent auction to Lucas is also a world-renowned 

up. She applied but wasn't selected. nonprofit organizations. As The Big benefit SCALHS with 100% of the dog behaviorist who believes that 

However, she was told that the next Laugh producer and comedienne proceeds given to their amazing every dog deserves a “second 

one looked promising. A month herself, Lizette has opened for D.L work in our community! Donated chance” at becoming balanced 

later, Lori heard an opening was Hughley, Jon Lovitz, SNL comic items could include but are not limited 

and finding love.” The rescue facil- 

soon to be announced. Lori didn't to art, service gifts, jewelry, sports Dana Carvey, internet star Mrs. 

ity is currently housing and caring 

wait and immediately called the Hughes and entertained Marine memorabilia or wine. Items may for 45 dogs of all ages and breeds. 

then Police Chief, John Nelson, and Corp soldiers in Japan. 

be dropped off at locations in Paso Many of these dogs were pulled 

said she was ready. He agreed and The next show on Saturday, Feb. Robles and Atascadero.” To coordinate 

time and place, call Lizette at Stand-Up for Pups Comedy Night is 

from high-kill county shelters. 

at age 35, Lori began a new career 11, 6 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake 

that has spanned 4 Police Chiefs Pavilion is called “Stand-Up for 712-0400 to make arrangements for sure to be a sell-out! Get advance 

and lasted 23 years! 

Pups” featuring Kira Soltanovich, donations. Second Chance at Love tickets now by calling 712-0400 or 

The dispatchers' area is just 

James P. Connolly who appeared depends on the financial support online biglaughlive.com. 

down the hall from Mary Sponhaltz's 

office as well as Chief Bur- 

in the second Big Laugh in May from the community to continue rescuing 

and finding forever homes for 

2009, America’s Funniest Cop Mike 

Mancini and music by Rewind. dogs. 

ton. Mary is the Chief's Assistant 

and also the Dispatch Supervisor. 

There are eight dispatchers and 

they work 4 days a week for 10 

hour shifts. The room is full of 

monitors and phones. Three dispatchers 

at a time can be on duty. 

On a busy day, there could be as 

many as 200 calls. Some are “routine 

business questions,” some are 

non-emergency and some are offhours 

public-works calls. All the 

rest are to report fires or accidents, 

ambulance needs and the full 

range of true crimes taking place 

in real time or “are just now finally 

being reported.” 

Lori has heard it all; the good, 

the horrible and the false. She says 

she can easily tell when someone is 



PASO POPS INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT 2017 

Plans have already started for 

the 2017 "Pops" concert on Saturday, 

July 1…much of the same 

and some new elements as well. 

BREAKING NEWS... 

Firestone Walker and the Allegretto 

Vineyard Resort & Hotel have both 

signed on as major sponsors of 

the 2017 Paso Pops event! 

The San Luis Obispo Symphony 

will be returning to delight 

patrons for the second year, and 

in addition, they are adding a 

singing trio called ‘The Swing 

Dolls' to add more patriotically 

themed music. 

Paso's very own Wineman 

will return as Emcee, but they 

are stressing to him to arrive on 

time...no helicopter entry! 

And of course the concert finale 

will include fantastic fireworks 

and cannons. 

NEW THIS YEAR: 

1. Patrons will be allowed to 

bring in picnic lunches, and they 

will be awarding prizes for best 

decorations. 

2. There will be a top caterer 

to allow you to pre-order dinners, 

and just pick them up at the 

park...no lines! 

3. Extra caterers and food 

trucks for everyone else. 

4. Parking for Premium and 

General Patriot Mall customers will 

be offsite. They are looking at 3-4 

different options that will take half 

the cars out and ease congestion. 

5. With Advance Tickets only, 

(no day of ticket purchases), no 

checking cars as they enter...that 

will also ease congestion. 

6. They will open the gates 

much earlier, for a relaxed entry to 

the Park. 

7. They’ve added 24 volunteer 

leads to improve the training and 

helpfulness of the various volunteer 

jobs...over 100 volunteers all 

together. 

8. Video screen and speakers 

will be added to the General Admission 

area. 

9. They are establishing a "Premium" 

General Admission area on 

the hill side and at the front of the 

lawn area, for people on blankets 

that want the best possible views. 

10. Sponsored tables include 

Presidents Tables at same price, 

$3,500, but with minimal advertising...for 

$5,000 you get coverage 

on KRUSH radio as they 

live stream, and KSBY.com as 

they live stream video. The Vice 

Presidents table is now $1,000, 

(10 seats). 

More to come… 

Feedback is appreciated - check 

their website, pasopops.org or 

paderewskifest.com and provide 

your comments. Keep in mind the 

site is still under construction. 

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Gatherings Available in Paso Robles 


It’s 6 p.m. on a Tuesday evening 

at Second Baptist Church, 

1937 Riverside Avenue in Paso 

Robles, where a small group 

sits together and converse over 

an informal supper. Rev. Keith 

Edwards, one of several church 

ministers, is happy to be there. 

He looks forward to Tuesdays 

because it is another opportunity 

for men and women to “Cele- 

brate Recovery (CR).” The Christcentered 

self-help program offers 

practical tools for anyone who 

wants healing and freedom from 

mindsets, choices and addictions 

that make one’s life unmanageable. 

After supper, the group participates 

in a time of music and worship 

plus a brief lesson. Celebrate 

Recovery, written by John Baker, 

Please see RECOVERY page 31 


COMMUNITY ANGELS 


Mark McConnell and Liz Lee 

of Heart to Heart Real Estate 

created the Community Angel 

designation to honor the people 

who deserve recognition for 

doing good things. They are those 

who give, day in and day out, often 

“behind the scenes.” Liz calls 

them ‘unsung heroes.’ “Mark 

and I have met so many people 

that work for our community. 

They continue to inspire us. We 

believe people are inherently 

empathetic and want to help 

others in need. We are a community 

that works in cooperation 

with each other,” says Liz. 

Thanks to Tomas and Amanda 

Arreola, three of those “unsung 

heroes” are the 2017 Community 

Angels; each receiving $1,000 for 

their organization. 

VIKKY MULLIN 

leads the Singing 

Hands Children’s 

Choir Performing 

Arts; a group of 40 

kids who perform all over the 

state. Her new project is the Applause 

Children’s Theater. 

RHONDA CURTIS 

works with Parents 

for Joy whose special 

needs kids made lit- 

tle pocket quilts for local police 

officers and firefighters…just to 

show they care. 

HEATHER 

MARKHAM 

created Infant Essentials 

for underprivileged 

mothers that 

need diapers and supplies 

for their babies. 

The foundation of Heart to 

Heart Real Estate evolved from 

the thought that one person, 

then two, three, four and more 

with a heartfelt commitment 

can change the world. Mark 

and Liz have created the means 


for those who ordinarily would 

not have the means to give. The 

philanthropic effort simply uses 

the funds generated from a 

real estate transaction; creating 

massive change through our 

community partners. They give 

50% of every commission they 

earn to the nonprofit or charity 

of their client’s choice. Visit 

hearttoheartrealestate.com. 

RECOVERY from page 30 

serves as a framework for study. 

The evening also provides ample 

time for men’s and women’s 

confidential, small-group sharing 

plus dessert. 

The CR mission, cited in the 

Gospel of Matthew 25:35-36, 

is to be of ready service: “For I 

was hungry and you gave me 

something to eat, I was thirsty 

and you gave me something 

to drink, I was a stranger and 

you invited me in, I needed 

clothes and you clothed me, I 

was sick and you looked after 

me, I was in prison and you came 

to me.” 

A 12-step process that resembles 

the spiritual and character 

elements relied upon in the 

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 

12-step program is used. For 

CR participants, internal stability 

that AA participants credit 

a “higher power” is identified 

as Jesus Christ. Scripture references 

are also applied to each 

step. The Beatitudes, found in 

Matthew 5, serve as a biblical 

foundation for CR’s eight Recovery 

Principles. 

Rev. Edwards speaks succinctly 

about the gatherings and 

welcomes more to take part. 

“Come as you are,” says Rev. 

Edwards. “We’re here with open 

arms for everybody.” 

To find out more about “Celebrate 

Recovery,” call Rev. Edwards 

at (415) 652-6394. Visit www. 

celebraterecovery.com. 


AT THE LIBRARY 

Adult Coloring Club 

Who says coloring is just for children? Come 

join in this newest crafting craze on Thursday, 

Feb. 9, at 6 p.m. in the Library conference room. 

According to ABC News, coloring provides quiet 

and focus, reducing stress by stimulating the part 

of the brain that causes relaxation. Coloring in 

a group allows you to add socializing to the mix 

while you create. Staff provide coloring tips and 

challenges to add to the fun. No signups are necessary 

for the coloring club, and all materials are 

provided. Feel free to bring your own materials. 

Queen of the Night February’s 

Adult Book Group Title 

The public is invited to join in the discussion of 

Alexander Chee’s The Queen of the Night on February 

16, 7 to 8 p.m. in the Library Conference 

Room. 

Lilliet Berne is a sensation of the Paris Opera, 

a legendary soprano with every accolade except an 

original role. When one is finally offered to her, 

she realizes with alarm that the libretto is based 

on a hidden piece of her past, all the while weaving 

a complicated web of romance, obligation, and 

political intrigue. 

The Library’s Adult Book Group has been 

meeting for over 19 years and new members 

are always welcome. For information, contact 

Karen Christiansen, 237-3870, or kchristiansen 

@prcity.com. 

Margrete Koreska Library’s 

Artist of the Month 

“Art has become an important part of my 

life,” says artist Margrete Koreska. “I want my 

work to be captivating and uplifting through 

strong color and design. I enjoy the challenge 

of a wide variety of subjects inspired by my 

travels and many other interests.” Also enjoy 

Koreska’s creative jewelry designs. 

Make it @ Your Library 

TEEN TAKEOVER! 

Every other month, the Library will host a “Teen 

Takeover” of the Library’s adult Make It @ Your 

Library program. Middle and high school students 

will learn, create, and collaborate on projects 

that focus on upcycling, inventing, and DIYing! 

Scheduled dates are Feb. 1 and April 5 at 4 p.m. 

in the Library Conference Room. 

The program is free and there is no registration. 

For information contact Youth Services 

Librarian Melissa Bailey, 237-3870, or visit 

www.prcity.com/library. 

Exploring the World through Art, 

Crafts, and Experiments 

The Library invites children of all ages to participate 

in a new program beginning in January 

– Maker Mondays! The last Monday of 

every month at 4 p.m. in the Library Story 

Room, children will experiment and explore 


the world around them through art, crafts, and 

experiments. According to Children’s Librarian 

Melissa Bailey, “Maker programs foster creativity, 

curiosity, and confidence in children and inspire 

them to share and try new ideas.” Maker 

Mondays are scheduled for: Feb. 27, March 27, 

and April 24. 

The program is free but limited to the first 

30 participants. Tickets will be available at the 

Children’s Desk beginning at 3:30 p.m. the day 

of the program. For information, contact Bailey 

at mbailey@prcity.com. 

Book Folding Heart 

Next in the Library’s adult Make It @ 

Your Library series is a book folding project 

on Thursday, Feb. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the 

Library Conference room. Create a Valentine 

heart for your special someone by simply 

folding book pages. Follow our pattern and 

instructions and create this unique piece of 

book art. All materials will be provided for 

this fun and easy craft. 

Signup for this event at the Paso Robles 

Library Circulation Desk. Space is limited. 

This event is appropriate for ages 12 and up. 

The Paso Robles City Library is located at 

1000 Spring Street and is open Monday – Friday 

10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 

p.m. For more information call 237-3870 or visit 

www.prcity.com/library. 



ROUND TOWN 

CAROL KENT WILL BE KEYNOTE SPEAKER 

35 TH ANNUAL LADIES’ CONFERENCE 

CONTINUES TO INSPIRE LOCAL WOMEN 

This year’s Ladies’ Conference 

in Atascadero will be held on the 

second weekend in March, 10 and 

11, a change from past years. Carol 

Kent is an award-winning author 

and speaker. 

“I’ve learned that God is close 

to the brokenhearted and he never 

wastes our sorrow,” Kent said. “I’m 

continuing to experience a new 

kind of normal where I can make 

hope-filled choices based on His 

eternal truth. Every day I try to find 

one thing to be thankful for and it’s 

my goal to look around and do one 

tangible act of loving compassion 

for someone else who is walking a 

difficult path. I’m also learning that 

God gives us splashes of joy – and 

even laughter – in the middle of a 

difficult journey.” 

The conference, now in the 35th 

year, was started by Atascadero 

resident Marline Lutz. She said 

she wanted to bring the inspiring 

speakers and musicians she’d hear 

COUNTY PERSPECTIVE 

By Bruce 

Curtis 

Weather or not: If you want to 

see how goofy pop culture is trending, 

just watch a network – any – on 

New Year’s Eve. 

Before you could say mute button, 

the latest Auto-Tuned boy 

band’s focus-group-generated riffs 

broke the mood. Heavily wrapped 

revelers shivered in the brisk 44 

degree night as pretty, near-anorexic 

commentators shivered in 

street clothes, all waiting for the 

great LED-bejeweled ball to drop 

to the potholed pavement of Times 

Square so they could go home and 

get some hot chocolate. Happy 

New Year! 

In front of my TV I’m smug in 

coastal California, basking in a 

balmy 39 degrees. What?! 

That’s right, as the first day of 

January clicked into place, Paso 

Robles was colder than New York 

City – snow had even closed I-5 

at the Grapevine. The forecast for 

the first week of January promised 

snow along the Santa Lucias down 

to the 1200 foot level. 

Years of warmer than normal winters 

and drought had conditioned 

us to think global warming was the 

new normal, and we might as well 

get used to it. But lately the climate 

seems to have gotten nostalgic. Energetic 

storm systems that rocked 

the Central Coast from December 

into January were broken up only 

by what felt like a walk-in meat 

locker. In less than 30 days, the rain 

gauge above Lake Nacimiento at 

Rocky Butte had hit 16.5 inches, 

half a normal season’s rainfall. 

What’s up with this? Is the return 

of winter after a decade’s absence a 

sign we’re well and truly done with 

the drought? 

Not exactly. Actually, California 

looks more like a svelte model, 

bundled up above, dressed for Malibu, 

below: the northern part of the 

state has exceeded its normal seasonal 

precipitation numbers, warm 

conditions earlier have thinned the 

at conferences out of the area to 

local women at a more affordable 

cost. She wanted them to spend 

part of a weekend being inspired 

and pampered. 

The conference begins on Friday, 

March 10 with an opening session 

and dessert from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

The next day, the conference will continue 

from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 

includes lunch. The musicians once 

again will be the Lisa Reiff Band. 

Lisa Reiff has been a vocal coach 

“The uproar hit when Justin Vineyards shaved clean a couple 

of ridges and a ravine near Templeton, driving an emergency 

ordinance that makes it illegal to cut down native trees, 

including oaks, bay laurels, grey pines and sycamores.” 

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snowpack, while to our south, water 

supplies and snowpack remain critically 

short. 

The California Weather blog lays 

out the nuts and bolts, blaming a 

stationary blocking-front in the high 

arctic. This stationary atmospheric 

obstacle has channeled the Jet 

stream’s cold air and storms down 

our way, and the ridge looks to remain 

in place through mid January. 

So, by the time you read this, our 

lakes, ponds and rain gauges may 

all be full. Or not. That’s weather. 

Diablo Dollars: As Pacific Gas 

and Electric prepares to wind down 

its nuclear power business, the 

and studio vocalist for more than 

30 years. Having battled depression 

and a life-threatening illness that 

nearly took her life, she shares her 

struggle as a Christian woman. 

The conference will be held at the 

Colony Park Community Center, 

5599 Traffic Way in Atascadero. 

The cost is $60 and scholarships 

are available. To register or to ask 

questions, go to www.ladiesconference.com 

or call Jan at 466-0992 or 

Marline at 466-9203. 

number one employer and tax generator 

in San Luis Obispo County 

will have left local governments 

short, to the tune of hundreds of 

millions in lost tax revenue. 

The biggest impact will be shouldered 

by county schools, but there 

is good news; the utility has promised 

an $85 million soft landing for 

local education. 

Paso Robles is one of six school 

districts that formed a bargaining 

coalition to secure as much funding 

as possible, but the coalition has 

had to wait until San Luis Coastal 

Unified Schools put their stamp of 

approval on the deal. That happened 

in early December, putting 

Paso Robles and five other cities 

at the front of the line for PG&E’s 

bank window. But before those discussions 

happen, each city council 

has to agree to the proposed settlement 

and even then, it isn’t a 

done deal until the California Public 

Utilities Commission weighs in. 

At least PG&E has favor with the 

PUC, if critics are right. 

Please see PERSPECTIVE page 36 


San Miguel Reflections 

By Lynne Schmitz 

We’re a whole month into 2017 and in San 

Miguel, as everywhere, new calendar pages are 

being filled with important dates. 

Here is an overview of San Miguel events; 

some dates to be announced. 

• The Buzz Marathon, co-hosted by Lillian 

Larsen School and the local chapter of the 

USA Warrant Officers Association, will be 

held on Sunday, Feb. 19 on the course at 

Camp Roberts. Online registration for entries 

and for volunteers is at www.runsignup.com 

or www.buzzmarathon.org. Pay very close 

attention to registration deadlines and security 

requirements. This year, with spectators 

on the course highly limited, a cell phone 

app, RaceJoy, has been added allowing supporters 

to track their favorite racer’s progress. 

To access the app and/or make donations, 

goto the ‘runsignup’ web site. All information 

about the race and the course is on the 

‘buzzmarathon’ web site. 

• The San Miguel Resource Connection kiosk 

in Fr. Reginald Park by the mission displays 

logos of several San Miguel organizations. 

These groups are made up of the “movers and 

shakers” who keep the town lively. 

• The Chamber of Commerce 

hosts two parades each year: 

Sagebrush Days Parade and Peddlers’ 

Faire will be held on April 

29 and the Christmas Lights Parade 

and Crafts Faire on December 

16. On Memorial Day weekend 

the Chamber will host ‘San Miguel 

Cruise Night and Car Show’ and on 

December 2, ‘Toys for Tots Show 

and Shine’. 

• Friends of the Adobes maintain 

the Rios-Caledonia Adobe where 

they host three fundraisers: a ‘Model 

A and Model T Car Show’ in June, 

‘Caledonia Days’ in September and 

‘The Haunted Adobe’ on Halloween. 

They also care for the little 

Estrella Adobe Church on Airport 

Road where the memorial service 

dedicated to the pioneer families 

of the area will be held on May 28 

at 2 p.m. 

• The annual Mission San Miguel 

Fiesta is held in late September to 

raise funds for continued restoration 

and maintenance of the structure. 

• San Miguel Lions Club has deep 

roots in the community. Each summer 

they fund swimming and first swimming 

lessons for San Miguel children. To 

raise funds they feed the town at a series 

of always popular fish fry Fridays interspersed 

with an occasional rib barbecue. 

Their iconic event is the traditional Old 

Timers Picnic which will be held this 

year on Sunday, August 27 at the park 

on K Street (which is being enlarged and 

improved over the next several months). 

• The San Miguel Senior Center is on east 

12th Street where the San Miguel Seniors 

will host their annual Super Bowl Party 

starting at 1 p.m. on February 5. All are 

welcome to bring finger foods and enjoy 

the game on a big-screen TV. Seniors host 

a Community Potluck on the second Thursday 

of each month, Bingo on the second 

and fourth Fridays and a Pancake Breakfast 

on the last Sunday morning of each month 

except November and December. 

• The sewing group Twisted Stitchers meets 

there on Thursdays. 

• The Native Sons and the Native Daughters 

of the Golden West honor and preserve 

historical sites in California. 

• The San Miguel Volunteer Fire Department 

is well trained for both fire and medical 

emergencies. Find times and dates for events 

and more on www.discoversanmiguel.com. 

Join the fun and volunteer with your neighbors. 

Discover San Miguel. 

Custom Dressmaking & Tailoring 

by Mary Ann Austin 

• Expert alterations & fine tailoring for men 

and women. 

• Custom garment construction, Bridal, Special 

Occasion, Prom. 

• I cover pillows and shams. 

Located at 

1716 COMMERCE WAY 

(next to Full Belly Deli) 

Paso Robles 

Mondays & 

Wednesdays 

9:00 am - 4:00pm 

For appointment call 

(805) 440-7500 


What’s happening in Templeton this month 

By Heather Young 

ROUND TOWN 

Navigating Motherhood 

Every Thursday, Twin Cities 

Community Hospital hosts a free 

Navigating Motherhood for new 

moms in the third floor waiting 

room of the Templeton hospital. 

This support group is facilitated by a 

licensed clinical social worker. Topics 

include teaching positive coping 

skills and strategies for successfully 

overcoming the new challenges of 

motherhood. Understanding the 

risk factors and symptoms of postpartum 

depression will also be addressed. 

Babies and support persons 

are welcome. 

Navigating Fatherhood 

Twin Cities Community Hospital 

hosts a class for new fathers in the 

third floor waiting room on the first 

Saturday of each month. This support 

group brings together new dads to 

share experiences and ask questions. 

Bring the baby and give mom a morning 

to herself. This class is free. 

BINGO 

Templeton Lions Club holds 

BINGO night every Monday at the 

Templeton American Legion Hall at 

805 S. Main St. from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 

Baby Care and 

Breastfeeding class 

This series of three classes at Twin 

Cities Community Hospital covers 

breastfeeding, baby care and safety. 

Participants will receive practical 

information for a successful and rewarding 

breastfeeding experience, 

including: what to expect during the 

hospital stay, tips for ensuring a positive 

breastfeeding experience for mom 

and baby and assuring an adequate 

milk supply. Partners are encouraged 

to attend. These classes are free and 

are held in the Founders’ Pavilion on 

the first Monday of the month at 6:30 

p.m. Pre-registration is required by 

going to www.twincitieshospital.com/ 

about-us/classes-events. 

THS fundraiser dinner 

Templeton High School Drama 

Boosters will present “A West Side 

Valentine” fundraiser dinner on Saturday, 

Feb. 11 at Templeton American 

Legion Hall at 805 S. Main St. Cast 

and crew will perform previews of 

the upcoming show “West Side Story.” 

It will include dinner, silent and 

live auctions and entertainment. For 

more information, call 591-4770 or go 

to www.templetondrama.org. 

Coffee with a CHP 

California Highway Patrol’s 

Templeton office hosts Coffee with 

a CHP the second Tuesday of each 

month at Nature’s Touch Nursery & 

Harvest, 225 Main St. in Templeton, 

at 8:30 a.m. The monthly coffee event 

gives locals the opportunity to interact 

with local law enforcement personnel 

on a more personal level. 

February Women in Business 

Templeton Chamber of Commerce’s 

Women in Business meets 

the second Tuesday of the month at 

11:30 a.m. on Feb. 14 at Templeton 

Community Center, 601 S. Main St. 

The cost is $25 for chamber members 

and $30 for non-members. To RSVP, 

call 434-1789 or email info@templetonchamber.com 

by the Thursday at 

5 p.m. before the luncheon. 

Understanding Hip & Knee 

Replacement 


in Templeton hosts a free class to understanding 

hip and knee replacement 

the second Wednesday of each month 

at 4 p.m. in the Founders Pavilion. 

The pre-operative class helps educate 

patients and their families about hip 

and knee replacement surgery and recovery. 

Pre-registration is required by 

going to www.twincitieshospital.com/ 

about-us/classes-events. 

February After Five Mixer 

The Templeton Chamber of 

Commerce will host its monthly 

After Five Mixer on Thursday, Feb. 

23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more 

information, contact Gail Kudlac 

at info@templetonchamber.com or 

434-1789. 

SLOFolks Concert: Rob & Trey 

SLOFolks will present Rob & 

Trey at Castoro Cellars on Saturday, 

Feb. 11. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 

and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. 

Tickets are $20 each and seating will 

be provided for the show. For more 

information, go to www.slofolks.org/ 

events. 

PERSPECTIVE from page 34 

After all is said and done, the utility 

has until 2025 to wind down operations. 

Does that mean PG&E will 

continue to pay annual taxes at Diablo 

Canyon Nuclear power plant? We’ll 

find out. 

Raise Refused: County supervisors 

make over $96,000 a year, and 

while that isn’t enough to afford 

the median-priced home here, it is 

nearly twice as much as the county’s 

median income. So, the board magnanimously 

turned down two 3.5% 

raises over the next couple of years. 

Now before you get all weepy 

and praisy toward the county’s top 

five officials, note the vote was 

only 3-2 against; Bruce Gibson and 

Adam Hill were perfectly fine with 

getting another couple of hundred 

bucks a month. Their argument was 

that the county auditor- controller 

and the sheriff both got raises; why 

shouldn’t they? 

If you think that sounds like siblings 

arguing over their allowances, 

you’re probably not alone. 

A public outcry was heard in 2016 

over a winery’s decision to clear cut 

land for vineyard expansion. The 

uproar hit when Justin Vineyards 

shaved clean a couple of ridges and 

a ravine near Templeton, driving an 

emergency ordinance that makes it 

Grandparenting 101 


in Templeton will host a free Grandparenting 

101 class on Feb. 22 at 6:30 

p.m. in the Founders Pavilion. This class 

will include how best to support participants’ 

children as they navigate the journey 

to becoming parents. The class is 

about 2.5 hours in length and includes 

basic friends and family (non-certified) 

instruction on infant CPR and choking. 

Pre-registration is required by going to 

www.twincitieshospital.com/about-us/ 

classes-events. 

illegal to cut down native trees, including 

oaks, bay laurels, grey pines 

and sycamores. 

The rule wasn’t intended to be 

permanent. Expiring in late April, the 

urgency ordinance gives the county 

less than 120 days to hammer out a 

permanent ordinance. The first draft 

of that ordinance broke cover in late 

December. 

County senior planner Jay Johnson 

unveiled it at a meeting of 

TAAG, the Templeton area advisory 

group, saying the ordinance would 

only affect projects larger than an 

acre, on steeper hillsides. Here are 

some highlights from the draft Oak 

Woodland Management Plan: 

• Non residential property oak removals 

of more than an acre in size 

are strictly prohibited on hillsides 

steeper than 30 degrees. 

• Non residential property development 

oak removal on slopes less than 

30 degrees would require a minor use 

permit and an environmental study. 

The draft plan only protects oaks, 

down from a larger number of native 

trees, and that didn’t sit well with 

TAAG members. More meetings will 

take place, so there is still plenty of 

time for citizens to weigh in on the 

woodland management plan. 

Unless the snow keeps folks at 

home. 



HOOFBEAT 

By Dorothy 

Rogers 

Prayers for rain found the skies taking on 

a more traditional part in January. At long 

last the thirsty ground is beginning to recover, 

but it can take several years. This is “the high 

desert” (as it used to be known by the folks toward 

the coast). 

Check your trailers and your gear if you 

store it in your trailer. Unwanted surprises 

can be found in a variety of colors including 

grays, black, green, etc. The spores never truly 

go away, but they lie in wait until conditions 

are ripe and then attack your gear. 

Benefit Ride 

February 18, gather up your gear and dust 

off your saddle (this year take a look underneath 

as well), then head to San Miguel and 

the Work Ranch for fun and new friends. 

Amid the green hills and friendly folks a 

Second Annual Benefit Trail Ride for Partners 

in Equestrian Therapy a treat awaits 

you. Becoming part of the history of the 

Work Family Guest on their working ranch 

while helping others. A commitment to 

sustainable ranch practices and family life 

is shared with those who like to ride their 

horses and help others. Don’t miss this 

opportunity to help and to share with others. 

The Work Family is one of our historic 

treasures. 

A delicious BBQ lunch will await participants. 

The cost is $75 which gives you 

a poker hand and access to a terrific silent 

auction. There will be some games and activities. 

Might as well have some fun while 

you are helping others. JP Robertson will 

provide the music. 

Take home a limited commemorative 

tote as a souvenir. For those 12 and up the 

moderate terrain ride will be fine, but it is 

not suitable for green horses or riders. The 

rain date is set for 2/19. If there is a lot 

of rain or the trails are not conducive to a 

ride, expect the ride will be canceled. Nonriders 

are welcome to attend. Sign up at 

Petslo (www.petslo.com to join in on the 

fun (by 2/15). 

Please see HOOFBEAT page 39 

The Work Family hosts the 2 nd Annual Benefit Trail Ride for Partners in Equestrian Therapy on February 18. 

Expires 2/28/17 


HOOFBEAT from page 38 

Horse Expo 

Madonna Inn once again hosts the SLO 

Horse Expo February 21. The action begins 

at 5:30 and runs until 8:30 p.m. so 

there is time to chat and learn. Sit in on a 

program, ask questions, meet other horse 

folks whether western or English oriented 

– all in the Madonna Inn Expo hall. This is 

an excellent place to check out new products 

to incorporate into your program. 

You can also get first hand opinions before 

making a purchase. 

Paso Robles Horse Park 

The Paso Robles Horse Park invites you 

to join in celebration for its first full year of 

providing our equine community a strong 

foundation and carefully building for the 

future. Dog, driving and soccer groups have 

also benefited from the work of the Foundation 

and being hosted by the impressive 

association. Many thanks go to all of those 

who also raised funds to support area riders 

who might not otherwise be privy to use a 

world class facility. 

PRHP has given others a hand up 

through support of handicapped and underprivileged 

children. An especially creative 

challenge to competitors was the Pink 

Wall Campaign during the Spring Fling. 

Riders had the opportunity to opt a more 

more intimidating jump course to garner 

increased pledge donations tied to the 

obstacles. Funds were gathered to help 

with the proposed Equestrian Therapy 

Center at Imagination Park in Nipomo. 

A training program has aided Jack’s 

Helping Hand Little Riders went into action 

during the Harvest Schooling Show. 

Receiving valuable experience and training 

at the Horse Park, the group aided with 

setting the jumps, handed out awards and 

manned a hospitality area. 

On top of all of this, owner, Linda Starkman 

and her board: Dr. Claudia Sonder, 

Dave Colmar, Cathy David and Kathy 

Collins have led the way to the future for 

continued successful events and participation 

for the betterment of locals, businesses 

and horses. 2017 promises to be another 

year of horses and riders striving to consistently 

surpass their prior achievements 

while contributing to the growing fame of 

the Central Coast. The gates remain open 

for spectators of the scheduled events to 

take Airport Road and turn west adjacent 

to the old Boy’s School. Take a blanket or a 

chair and enjoy. 

Want to Advance With 

Your Cow Horse? 

Check out the Green As Grass classes 

offered through the California Cow Horse 

Association. These are in addition to the full 

line up of classes for all levels. We have a 

number of good trainers who can help you 

with your preparation for competition. 

Mark down April 21-23, May 27, July 15, 

August 5, September 2, and October 22-29 

and plan on a couple of hours of travel per 

show. The rules are codified from work done 

on the ranches made standardized for more 

level competition. 

Those who want to work on your own 

horse don’t waste time. Your efforts can be 

applied to a variety of disciplines. 

Hear Ye, Hear Ye: 

Post Your Events 

Want your events included in the Hoofbeat 

Master Calendar? Simply email pertinent 

data to info@calclassics.net by the 

Please see HOOFBEAT page 40 


HOOFBEAT from page 39 

beginning of the month PRIOR to the 

event. Just the facts, you need not write an 

article. Better yet, send tentative schedules 

for the year NOW. You can update and 

confirm as the year progresses. If there is a 

special rider, horse or event that is worthy 

of mentioning and sharing with the equine 

community, please let us know. 

Feb. 1-5 Cutting Show, $5K added Open 

Derby & Open 5-6, plus 4 days of $5K 

added NCHA Open & Non-Pro Classes, 

Events Center, free for spectators 

Feb. 4 CCHA Show, Porterville Fairgrounds, 

califcowhorse@gmail.com, Saddle 

Ent. & Kathy Gould will once again serve 

as show secretary. 

Feb. 4-5 Cal Poly Polo v Colorado State 

Feb. 4-5 English Show, Stanford 

Feb. 10-12 Rodeo meets HS #5, JR #6, 

King City 

Feb. 11 Western Show, at UC Davis 

Feb. 12 Western Regionals at UC Davis 

Feb. 18 2nd Benefit Trail Ride for Partners 

in Equestrian Therapy, Work Family 

Guest Ranch, $75, poker hand, silent auction, 

games, BBQ lunch, ltd. to 59 riders, 

music: PJ Robertson, commemorative tote 

bag for those 12 & up, moderate terrain 

not for greenies, (rain date 2/19, lots or rain, 

cancels) non-riders welcome to attend), 

sign up at Petslo (www.petslo.com by 2/15) 

Feb. 18-19 Cal Poly Polo 

Feb. 18-20 Groundsmanship Clinic with 

the Weavers of the Californios, increase 

your horsemanship developing a better 

working relationship, 5371 County Rd. 206, 

Orland, CA, 530-865-2610 

Feb. 21 Horse Fair, Madonna Inn Expo, 

5:30-8:30 p.m., new products & education, 

samples, veterinarians 

Feb. 22-26 Surfside Classic Horse Show, 

Santa Barbara 

Feb. 26 English Regionals at Stanford 

I know that you may be anxious to 

begin to ride trails, but remember to 

preserve the trails, stay off a soaking 

rain. Allow the trail surface to recover 

naturally. If you want to ride, make certain 

that there is a good deal of sand in 

the terrain or go to the beach. 

Everything is soaked. Montana de 

Oro is a reasonable bet for a winter 

trail. Consider a ride at the beach to 

utilize the sand or Montana de Oro. 

Please be considerate of the trails 

and riders. 

Brought to you by 

Whitehorse Tack 

2805 Black Oak Drive, 

Paso Robles 

whitehorsetack.com 

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PASO Magazine, February 2017

Centennial Park 

600 Nickerson Drive 

Phone: 237-3988 

www.facebook.com/ 

Centennial Park is the place to 

be on Friday nights with the 

launch of the Paso Robles 

Dance Hall, a weekly opportunity 

for those who love 

ballroom, swing, line dancing, 

mixers and many other styles of 

dance. Tina Scarsella and 

husband Cam Amos are the 

Come Out and Dance! 

hosts of this weekly event with 

Scarsella offering instruction 

regarding dance floor etiquette 

and protocols including line of 

dance, where to dance on the 

floor for various dance styles 

and abilities and the social 

aspect of ballroom and line 

dancing. Amos is the Dance 

Hall DJ playing a variety of 

music to accommodate many 

styles of dance (with music 

requests always encouraged). 

Scarsella, who has been 

dancing for the past 22 years, 

started the Dance Hall as a way 

for members of the dance 

community to meet, practice 

and perfect their dance moves 

or just enjoy a fun evening out 

with friends. Participants will 

enjoy the use of the Centennial 

Park banquet room’s large 

wood dance floor. 

“My vision is to provide an 

opportunity and a place for 

those who love to dance to get 

together on Friday night and 

enjoy the fun of a traditional 

Dance Hall experience while 

helping to build a strong and 

healthy community,” says 

Scarsella. 

Dance Hall instructor Tina Scarsella 

and her husband Cam Amos. 

Dance Hall happens every 

Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. 

in the Centennial Park Banquet 

Room at 600 Nickerson Drive. 

The Dance Hall is $95 for a 10 

punch pass and is open to 

individuals 18 years or older. 

The first class is free, and 

Scarsella encourages all who 

are interested to come and join 

the fun. 

For more information visit 

PRCity.com/Recreation or 

contact Tina Scarsella at 

TinaScarsella@gmail.com or 

805-835-2076. 

Scan here to 

view classes. 


BUSINESS 

By Heather Young 

Due to popular demand, Wine “We’re thrilled to be working with 

The Kings of Cool, from left: Bobby Horn, 

Country Theatre will bring back Paso Terra,” Anthony said. 

Chad Stevens, John Laird and the Brett 

“The Kings of Cool,” a tribute to The menu will include the choice 

Mitchell Trio leader. 

Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, for a of two salads, three entrées and 

second run this February. The musical 

ran for the first time in 2016 over clude one salad, one entrée and one 

three desserts. Each dinner will in- 

INSPIRED HOME, GARDEN AND GOURMET EXPO 

Valentine’s Day weekend. 

dessert. 

PLANNED FOR FEBRUARY 25 & 26 

“We felt we should bring [“The Menu: 

Kings of Cool”] back [because it was 

Come and meet face-to-face with over 100 local home and garden experts 

all while enjoying gourmet food and wine at the Inspired Home, 

• Salad choices, served with 

such a popular and loved show],” 

Chef Andre’s rolls with butter 

Wine Country Theatre Executive 

Garden, and Gourmet Expo of Paso Robles on Friday, Feb. 25 10 a.m. 

Director Cynthia Anthony said. “It’s • Crab cake topped with cajun to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Paso Robles 

such a great dinner-show.” 

sauce on a bed of market greens Event Center, 2198 Riverside Rd., Paso Robles. 

The reason, Anthony said, “The • Beet and goat cheese terrine, 

FREE parking and cooking demonstrations plus a Wine & Gourmet 

Kings of Cool” makes a great production 

for dinner theater is because it bed of frissée 

Paso Robles Home Show exhibitors include general contractors, 

drizzled with basil sauce on a Food Garden with local wineries & restaurants 

doesn’t require an intense focus, but it’s • Entrée choices served with 

flooring, landscapers, kitchen and bath cabinets closet organizers, 

fun and lively. She said people should potato boulangere and Haricots landscape designers, painters, countertops, tile, granite, appliances, 

go see the show “because the music vests sauté and glazed baby carrots solar energy, fireplaces, local restaurants, wineries and much more! 

of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin is • Traditional beef bourguignon For information check out inspired expos.com 

timeless and the talent of The Kings with mushrooms and pearl onions Save the date for their Fall 2017 

of Cool is just remarkable.” 

This year, the show will run Friday, 

• Horseradish, parmesan crusted Expo…August 26 & 27. 

Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11 in the 

king salmon 

Park Ballroom, 1232 Park St., Ste. • Rotolo pasta filled with Spanish 

200, and will include dinner and the and ricotta topped with fresh 

show. The cast is once again made tomato sauce 

up of Chad Stevens, Bobby Horn, • Dessert served with coffee, 

John Laird and the Brett Mitchell regular or decaf 

Trio. There will also be local wine and • Flourless chocolate roll 

martinis available for purchase. filled with chocolate mousse 

The show includes a cabaret-style 

• Lemon cheesecake 

tribute performance reminiscent of 

the Las Vegas shows the “Rat Pack” • Strip apple tart 

performed in the 1960s. Cocktails For more information or to purchase 

tickets, go to www.winecoun- 

will be served at 5:30 p.m., dinner 

will be served at 6 p.m. and the show trytheatre.com or call 800-838- 

will start at 7:30 p.m. Dinner will 3006. A maximum of 120 tickets are 

be served right before the first act available for each night. The shows 

and dessert during intermission. sold out for 2016. For more information 

on Paso Terra, go to www. 

Tickets for the show only are $25. 

Tickets for the dinner show are $75 pasoterra.com. 

each. No dinner tickets will be sold 

after Feb. 5. 

This year’s dinner theater will 

have a three-course meal catered by 

Chef Andre Averseng of Paso Terra. 

Averseng and his wife, Cristina, went 

to see one of Wine Country Theatre’s 

performances last year to see a friend 

perform. From there, the Aversengs 

submitted a proposal to provide the 

meal for the Valentine’s dinner theater. 

“The board liked what they saw,” 

Cristina said. “Both Andre and I love 

the arts. … We love this idea of what 

they do. We like to keep the arts alive 

here in San Luis Obispo County. … 

We’re honored to be a part of this 

whole event.” 

The menu they selected to serve is 

“easy to serve,” Cristina said, and are 

popular items with the public. 


The Voice of the Visitor Center 

By Karyl Lammers 

Executive Director Visitor Center 

The “Little Month” has arrived after a 

January of much needed rain, beautiful 

skies, the River running through the North County and 

everything green. 

February is the only month that can pass without a 

full moon (check it out in 2018). This month has a busy 

calendar of events. Nationally we are starting off acknowledging 

Ground Hog Day on the 2nd (long winter 

or not?), Super Bowl Sunday is the 5th, Valentine’s Day is 

fication of the Year award to the City of Paso Robles for 

the Playground in City Park. For more details, please go 

to our website: www.pasorobleschamber.com. 

There is no Mixer in February, The Women in 

Business Luncheon will be on Friday, the 17th and 

Wake-up Paso will be Wednesday, the 22nd. District 

1 Office hours with John Peschong are happening the 

third Thursday of each month from 9-11 a.m. at the 

Chamber Office. An early reminder that tickets for the 

Ag Tour will go on sale at the Chamber on Wednesday, 

March 1st. This year the trip has limited availability so 

get your tickets early. “Guns to Grapes” is the theme 

with visits to Camp Roberts Military Base, Adelaida 

School House, the Bonheim Ranch and Halter Ranch 

Winery. Always use our website calendar of events to 

know when, where and what your Chamber is doing. 


Nancy Newton Caswell is a well-educated woman 

who is surprised as anyone that she found herself as the 

new owner of KAYA in Paso Robles. Buying KAYA 

from incredible Kay Waltz, who has had over 30 years 

experience in retail in women's fashion and home decor 

from around the world, was an intelligent if not 

an unconsciously intuitive decision on Nancy's part. 

The fit is remarkable considering that Nancy's favorite 

pastime has been to get lost in her closet for hours to 

put outfits together with accessories. Because she finds 

that artistically gratifying, calming, and interesting… 

she now wants to enlarge her circle of friends and clients 

through KAYA and include you too! 

Over her lifetime, Nancy has studied music, art, literature, 

fashion, photography, color and design theory. 

In previous incarnations, she worked as a secretary, private-duty 

nurse, and business manager. For 29 years, 

the 14th and Presidents Day 

is the 20th. That adds up 

to about one a week on top 

of our Local events which 

include (so far) our Chamber 

Gala on the 11th, Main Street Movie Night on the 

12th and Rhone Rangers Experience on the 19th. So, if 

you’re bored, you’re boring! 

The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce will host 

our Annual Gala at the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom. It 

will be a Magical Evening with Chamber Installations, 

outstanding food, fun entertainment, a silent auction, 

and fine people mingling all evening. We will be honoring 

our Roblan of the Year, Hugh Pitts and The Beautishe 

owned a skin care business in Santa Barbara and 

Atascadero. Nancy is a graduate of UCSB, Cal Poly, 

and Bauman College for Natural Culinary Arts, holds 

a K12 Multi-Subject Credential and taught elementary 

music at Lillian Larsen and Cappy Culver Elementary 

Schools. Before KAYA, she and her husband, 

Mark Caswell worked their healthy orchard, Adagio 

Olive Farms in San Miguel. Now Mark runs it while 

Nancy begins to pursue her secret passion. 

Now that Nancy owns KAYA, it's time to get about 

the business of assisting women to find exactly which 

color(s), silhouette, fabric, and design elements enhance 

their individual spirit, purpose, and inherent 

beauty; creating a uniquely personal fashion statement. 

Comfortable, flattering and reasonably-priced clothing 

sourced locally and globally are easy to find at KAYA as 

well as sustainable, ecological, and health-promoting 

fabrics are selected whenever feasible. 

Come meet Nancy, explore KAYA, enjoy a cup of tea 

and book your free fashion profile session to help you 

find the best pieces to convey all that 

you are! You'll see clothing, accessories, 

jewelry and one-of-a-kind home decor 

items from Thailand, Tibet, Indonesia, 

South America, Africa and other countries. 

Monthly classes will begin in the 

Nancy Newton 

Caswell 

spring to cover fashion how-to's, and the 

best colors and styles to create the desired 

effect. During February, enter the 

contest to win a $100 KAYA shopping spree. On the 

weekend before Valentine's Day, February 11 and 12, 

refreshments will be served along with a special surprise! 

KAYA is open every day; 10-5 Monday through 

Saturday, 11-4 on Sunday at 1309 Park Street in the 

heart of downtown Paso Robles. Call 239-9940 and 

visit kayapasorobles.com. 


LOCAL GOODS REPORT 

from 

GENERAL STORE 

PASO ROBLES 

THE STORY OF FABLE SOAP CO: 

SHOW YOUR SKIN A LITTLE 

LOVE WITH ALL NATURAL, 

GENTLE GOODNESS 

We are fortunate to meet creative people every day at General 

Store. That energy is part of what sustains our focus and inspires 

us. Sometimes a maker will just have an extra twinkle about them. 

That’s how it was with Jeriel Sydney of Fable Soap Co. She’s a gentle, 

talented artisan who manages her business with a thoughtful 

and studied eye. And when we found out she likes to blast some 

Aretha Franklin when she’s in production mode, we felt we’d found a kindred 

spirit. And then we tried the Salted Grapefruit soap. Wow. 

February is a time when we celebrate love and indulgence, and Fable’s line 

of goods do both. We grabbed a minute to learn how her maker’s story began. 

Where did the name Fable come from? 

So much of our company was inspired by our 

time living in Italy. On the last leg of our trip, I 

committed to letting go of my previous conceptions 

about who I needed to be in order to feel 

socially successful. I officially dropped out of the 

MFT graduate program I had started. My husband 

and I were staying in Palermo. The walls were 

decorated in these beautiful Italian fables, and after 

making such a huge decision, the stories helped me 

take comfort in the fact that I needed to stay true 

to myself rather than try to obtain some sort of 

social standing via education and occupation. 

What inspired you to make bath and body? 

I looked at our Italian trip more as a culinary adventure, 

where I was tagging along on my husband Tim’s adventure 

- he’s a chef. Yet everywhere we went I found some niche 

that I fell into and fell in love with. In Parma we worked on 

a beautiful farm, where I had the opportunity to make old 

world tallow soap and the process just seemed to awaken 

something in me. 

I knew I wanted to incorporate my undergrad work 

with my new found love for making and starting Fable gave 

me an opportunity and a platform to create a product that 

was ethically based, female owned and operated, and gave 

back. The first thing I did when I started Fable was create the buy a bar give a bar 

giveback program. Now we work with 20 different women’s shelters across the 

country making sure that survivors get one of life’s small but basic necessities. 

What have you learned about running a small business since 

launching Fable? 

Take at least one business class in college. And Excel is your friend. A lame, 

boring friend, but reliable and honest...you need that in business. And the 

best business decisions come from trusting your gut. 

Favorite thing you make? 

Oatmeal soap. There is something really beautiful about adding the oatmeal 

and watching it disburse that calms me down. 

Favorite thing someone else makes? 

My husband’s bread. 

Aww! And with that, Happy Valentine’s Day 

from the team at General Store Paso Robles XX 

SWEET TREATS 

FOR VALENTINE’S DAY 

Nick Otto has the culinary and catering perspective. 

His wife Kellymarie knows the wine industry; especially 

when it comes to “pairing’ wine with cheese…. 

so why not chocolate? Between their young entrepreneurial 

spirit, engaging personalities, a heap of 

resourcefulness and a big measure of creativity, they 

established The Chocolate Stache in 2014. 

With a culinary spin on chocolate, Nick and Kellymarie 

get an idea and “run with it” often creating custom 

recipes for private and retail clients. Small, often limited 

batches are produced, with ingredients and flavors 

that are unexpected – from sweet to savory! Custom 

recipes can be created for your special occasions, 

weddings, a personal chocolate for someone special 

or to pair with your favorite varietal or an innovative 

cocktail. Imagine your party featuring a Pomegranate 

Moscow Mule paired with fresh berries dipped 

in chocolate and a gift box of truffles for your guests. 

Kellymarie adds, “It’s a science to discover what chocolate 

the wine needs. Beer tastings are unheard of at 

the moment, but I think beer and chocolate is the best 

of all the pairings. We recently offered chocolate pairings 

with Central Coast Brewing and the people were 

blown away!” Yes, surprisingly, chocolate does pair 

well with the darker stouts and dessert beers. 

Broken Earth Winery, Eberle Winery and Parrish 

Family Vineyards carries a large assortment and truffle 

boxes – perfect for pairing. For your sweetheart’s Valentine 

gift, Kellymarie will deliver FREE with a $100 

minimum order. The Chocolate Stache is seeking new 

retail shops, wine tasting rooms, wineries and hospitality 

related businesses to carry their products. Contact 

Kellymarie at thechocolatestache@gmail.com and 

thechocolatestache.com for more retail locations and 

dates of upcoming shows/events. 

A TREASURE IN 

DOWNTOWN PASO 

The Cantinas Foundation is a Christian Arts Foundation 

based in Malibu. In 2007 the foundation purchased 

property near Lake Nacimiento with plans to 

open a Christian Camp; hosting retreats, getaways, artist 

camps and ministry trainings. While the Foundation 

Please see CANTINAS page 46 


What’s Happening on Main Street? 


The Economic Restructuring 

Committee has been renamed the 

Economic Vitality Committee. After nearly 30 years of 

implementing the Main Street principles, downtown 

Paso Robles has been restructured. The focus now is acknowledging 

and maintaining its vitality. The committee, 

with Scott Reneau as chairman, welcomes business 

owners and members of the community to get involved. 

The Economic Vitality Committee meets monthly on 

Thursday at 5:30 at the Main Street office. 

The Philadelphia Story 

A newspaper editor uses every trick in the book to 

keep his reporter socialite ex-wife from remarrying! 

Along with the drama of the “relationships,” the exwife 

begins to learn the truth about herself; proving 

that the rich, upper class can often become blind to the 

simple things in life…like love. Cary Grant, Katherine 

Hepburn and Jimmy Stewart star in the 1940 film 

that is featured on Valentine’s Day Movie Night on 

February 12, 7 p.m. at Park Cinemas. Tickets are 

limited. Chocolate/champagne or popcorn/soda is 

included. Call Main Street soon! 

Wedding & Special Event EXPO 

Renew your wedding vows and receive personal attention 

from North County event planning and hospitality 

businesses in one location, the beautiful Paso Robles Inn 

Ballroom. Exhibitors include florists, caterers, bakeries, 

photographers, limo services, event venues and entertain- 

BUSINESS 

ment for weddings, bridal and baby showers, birthdays, 

anniversaries, reunions, retirement celebrations and more! 

The event, held on Sunday, March 5, is sponsored by 

the Paso Robles Main Street Association and the Paso 

Robles Inn. Enter to win door prizes and gift certificates. 

For information to participate as a vendor, visit pasoroblesdowntown.org 

or call 238-4103. 

The Paso Robles Inn reserved 

a special New Year’s Eve 

window seat in the dining 

room for Norma! The bonfire 

and concert in the City Park 

was a huge success – a great 

way to welcome 2017!!! 

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110% since 2004! 

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CALL 8055 254.4727 


THE 30 AND 40 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 

FOR DANA AND FRONTIER FLOORS! 


Growing up, Dana Verreras 

lived down south in Ojai and 

camped with her family in the 

Adelaide area at Rest Haven. 

That’s a blast from the past for a 

few of you! When the opportunity 

to buy Frontier Floors came 

30 years ago, she knew the Paso 

Robles area very well. Frontier Floors 

was established 40 years ago by Bob and 

Ruth Rentchler. They worked hard back 

in those days to establish a good, reliable 

Dana Verreras 

hometown business. Before opening 

Frontier Floors, Bob worked 

with Lloyd Marty at Heaton’s on 

the downtown corner of 13th and 

Park Street. Paso was a little town 

in 1976. 

Back then, Frontier Floors 

was located on 11th Street between 

Park and Pine, across from 

the City Park, between The Daily Press, 

the Post Office and a building that housed 

a pet store, barbershop and a locksmith. 

Dana moved the store to Spring Street. It 

was destroyed in a fire in October 2002. 

It didn’t take long to rebuild. With help 

from contractors, customers and friends, 

she was soon back in business. 

Dana attributes her success to her loyal 

customers, referrals, the influx of new 

residents and business owners, and surviving 

the hard economic times thanks 

to business handed down through the 

generations. She adds, “My hard surface 

installation crew has been here for more 

than 30 years. Another crew has over 20+ 

years of working together. My newest 

crew has been with me for a little more 

than 5 years.” 

BUSINESS 

For clients that want to work with an 

interior designer, Dana works with Susan 

Poalillo of Central Coast Style. Susan 

provides design consultations for fabrics, 

colors, textures, wall/window finishes and 

furniture placement. 

When Dana is away from the showroom 

meeting with clients, John Roy 

steps in to help with the same tradition of 

knowledge and service. 

There’s a lot to be said for 30 and 40 

years of history. Congratulations Dana! 

We’re looking forward to the next milestone 

– celebrating the 50th Anniversary 

of Frontier Floors! 

“Hitting the Road with Your Sweetie!” 

By Laurel Miller of Firefly 

February is the month of love and romance, 

but, did you ever think of travel romance? 

Life on the road with your sweetie? 

Freedom, adventure, peaceful meals on 

a bluff. The world at your feet, beautiful 

scenery, not a worry or distraction to interrupt 

your thoughts. Just hook up your 

vintage beauty and go. That's my dream! 

Vintage Camping Trailers, by Paul and 

Caroline Lacitinola, is one of our favorite 

books at Firefly. This book makes me 

want to find an old trailer in someone's 

backyard, renovate it, and bring it back 

to life. Creatively of course! There are 

trailers from the 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, and 

70's represented and lovingly restored, 

including some I have never heard of, 

like Holiday House and Westwood. 

Local couple Jamie and Carl Holm is 

included in this collection; sharing a love 

of travel, history, and the outdoors. They 

began collecting and restoring trailers, then 

renting them to campers who wanted to 

experience these old-time beauties. Their 

venture is called, "Tinker Tin Trailer Co." 

The trailers pictured in this book are 

symbols of mid-century America and 

family vacations; reminding us of more 

simple and carefree times. Or, maybe it 

just seems that way because our parents 

did all the work! But I remember the 

campfires, the s'mores, the pies baking 

in the tiny oven, and eggs and bacon 

cooked over the open fire in the morning. 

Good memories. 

Today, we can do our best to recreate 

these times and make new memories. 

The Vintage Camping Trailer book 

shows by-gone era trailers that have been 

well-maintained or creatively restored. 

There is also a "Glamping" (glamorous 

camping) section, along with a mention of 

"Sisters on the Fly,” a group of women 

who camp together. Some trailers even 

have chandeliers in them! The Vintage 

Camping Trailer is truly an inspirational 

book for anyone, trailer or not! 

Firefly on 12th Street is a magical place 

to shop. 

CANTINAS from page 44 

team worked to get the facility running, 

they fell in love with the Central Coast; 

wanting to invest further in the community. 

The Foundation has been hosting 

Christian concerts at the Fairgrounds 

since 2012. In March 2016, the foundation 

opened Cantinas On Park. 

Cantinas On Park is a unique special 

event and entertainment venue, 

suitable for parties, wedding receptions/ 

rehearsal dinners, winemaker dinners, 

graduations, special occasions, holiday 

celebrations, intimate concerts, meetings 

and corporate events. 

The premier private setting offers features 

like no other in the North County; 

tucked away - one level below street side 

at 1242 Park Street in downtown Paso 

Robles. The ambiance is rustic and vintage 

with seating for 55 guests, accommodating 

up to 70 with high-end serve ware and 

glasses. In addition to other caterers, Fish 

Gaucho, located upstairs is conveniently 

available; providing full bar service. 

The facility is handicap accessible by 

elevator and features a stage with full A/V 

equipment for a live band, entertainment 

and movies. A 20% rental fee discount is 

offered to nonprofits. For booking and 

general inquiries, contact Heidi Adams 

at 805-674-4804 or heidi@cantinas.org. 

Visit cantinasonpark.com for photos and 

upcoming events calendar. 


TIME & PLACE FEBRUARY 

A monthly look at local events, fundraisers, meetings, 

and entertainment. To submit a listing, email 

bob@pasomag.com, bring info to drop box at 

Dutch Maytag, 1501 Riverside Ave., or mail to 

PO Box 3996, Paso Robles, 93447 by the 7th of 

each month. Questions? Call 239-1533. 

1, 8, 15, 22 • Life Community Toastmaster 

Club, Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, Life Community 

Church, 3770 Ruth Way, Templeton. 

712-0671. 

2 • Estero Bay Advanced Toastmasters, first 

Thursdays, 7 to 9 pm, Kennedy Club Fitness, 

500 S. River Road, Paso. 238-0524, 930206. 

toastmastersclubs.org. 

2, 9, 16, 23 • BNI - Business Networking 

International – Thursdays 7 to 8:30 am. Paso 

Robles Golf Club. Visitors welcome, visit bni.org 

chapter website. 

2, 9, 16, 23 • BNI – Early But Worth It Chapter 

of Business Networking International –Tuesdays 

7 to 8:30 am, Paso Robles Assn. of Realtors, 

1101 Riverside Ave. Visitors welcome, visit bni.org 

for info and chapter website. 

3 • Almond Country Quilters Guild Meeting, 

6:30 pm, first Mondays, Trinity Lutheran Church, 

940 Creston Road, Paso. Speaker Terry Waldron 

(terrywaldron.com) on landscape class on Feb. 

4. Contact Kathy Jesse, kajquilter@gmail.com. 

ACQGuild.com, lisajguerrero@msn.com. 

3, 10, 17, 24 • Speak Easy Toastmasters Club, 

Fridays, 12:10 to 1:15 pm, Founders Pavilion, Twin 

Cities Community Hospital. http://9797.toastmastersclubs.org. 

235-8567. 

4, 11, 18, 25 • Grief Share –13 week Saturday 

seminar/support group for people grieving a 

loss.10 am to noon, $15, on-going, open enrollment. 

Trinity Lutheran Church, Fireside Room, 940 

Creston Rd., Paso. Deaconess Juliet Thompson, 

238-3702, ext. 205. 

6, 20 • Writing Support Group. Complete writing 

projects with award-winning author/editor Patricia 

Alexander. Every other Monday, 6:30 to 9 pm. 

$25 per or $20 for 4 meetings paid in advance. Call 

for location: 479-7778. BookOfComforts.com. 

6, 13, 20, 27 • North County Overeaters 

Anonymous, Every Monday, St. James Episcopal 

Church, 514 14th St. Paso, www.OA.org, Tina 

Stewart 610-3724. 

7, 21 • MOPS – Mothers of Pre-schoolers, 

1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 9:30 am, Trinity Lutheran 

Church, 940 Creston Road, Paso. Rachel Wisener, 

559-473-8258, northcountymops@gmail.com. 

7, 14, 21, 28 • DivorceCare – on-going 13- 

week program (every Tuesday through April 4) 

providing Christ-based help, healing and hope 

to those going through divorce or separation. 

7 to 8:30, Calvary Chapel, 1615 Commerce Way. 

Paso. 239-4295. 

8 • CASA Volunteer Training – Information session 

at Atascadero Starbucks, 7135 El Camino Real, 

6:30 pm. On March 8, information session at Paso 

Robles Starbucks, 2301 Theatre Drive, 6:30 pm. 

Applications for both sessions available online at 

slocasa.org or by calling 541-6542. 

8 • North County Multiflora Garden Club, social 

gathering 12 noon, meeting 1:00 pm. Guest 

speaker Gregg Wangard, Food Services Director 

at the Culinary Arts Academy, presents the Fresh 

and Healthy School Lunch program. Paso Robles 

Community Church, 2706 Spring St. Second 

Wednesdays, 712-7820. Guests welcome. www. 

multifloragardenclub.org. 

8 • Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) 

Chapter 465 – 7 pm at the Paso Airport Terminal, 

second Wednesdays. Getting youth involved with 

aviation. EAA465.org. 

10 • North County Women’s Connection Luncheon 

– 11 am to 1 pm, presentation by Diana 

Mangan titled “The Greatest One of All”. $12, 

reservations: JoAnn Pickering 239-1096. 

11 • Central Coast Violet Society, 10 am to 12 

pm, second Saturday, Brookdale activity room, 

1919 Creston Road, Paso. Info: znailady1@aol.com. 

12 • PR Grange Pancake Breakfast, second 

Sundays, 7:30 to 11am, 627 Creston Road, Paso. 

14 • Exchange Club, 2nd Tuesday, 12:15 – 1:30 

pm, McPhee’s in Templeton. 610-8096, exchangeclubofnorthslocounty.org. 

14, 28 • Paso Robles Lions Club, 7 pm, PR Elks 

Lodge, 1420 Park Street, Paso. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. 

227-4476. pasorobleslions.org. 

15 • Paso Robles Democratic Club, third 

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm at NEW LOCATION – 744 Oak 

Street, Paso Robles. Visitors/newcomers welcome. 

pasoroblesdemocrats@gmail.com, 769-4847. 

15 • Cancer Survivor Series – The Caregiver Experience: 

Info and Eats. Learn how to manage stressors 

associate with caring for someone with cancer. 

A casual gathering with light snacks. 12 to 1:30 pm 

with counselors Jamie Nolan-Dunn LMFT and Katie 

Boucher MFTi at the Cancer Support Community, 

1051 Las Tablas Road, Templeton. RSVP required - 

online at CSCslo.org or call 238-4411. 

16 • North County Prostate Cancer Support 

Group, 7 pm, 3rd Thursday, Twin Cities Community 

Hospital Pavilion Room. Info: Bill Houston 995- 

2254 or American Cancer Society 473-1748. 

18 • Community Quilting (to help children and 

senior organizations with quilts), third Saturdays, 

10 am to 2 pm at Bethel Lutheran Church, Old 

Country Road, Templeton. Contact caroljhungerford@yahoo.com. 

20 • Santa Lucia Rockhounds – 7 pm, third Monday, 

Templeton Community Center, 601 S. Main 

St. Open to all who enjoy rocks, fossils & minerals. 

slorockhounds.org. 

20 • Paso Robles Republican Women Federated, 

third Mondays, Paso Robles Golf Club. Checkin 

11:30 a.m. Lunch at 12 noon. $22, Guests 

welcome. Reservations by Jan. 4 to Sharon Wilson 

239-2940. 

21 • Chronic Pain Support Group Meeting 

– CRPS (Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome), 

Third Tuesdays, 5 to 6 pm, Rabobank, 1025 Las 

Tablas Rd, Templeton. Suzanne Miller 704- 

5970, suzanne.miller@ymail.com. 

21 • North County Parkinson’s Support 

Group, 1 pm, third Tuesday, Templeton Presbyterian 

Church, 610 So. Main St. Info: Rosemary 

Dexter 466-7226. 

21 • North County Newcomers Club – Deadline 

for March 1 luncheon at Tooth & Nail Winery in Paso 

Robles, $30, 11am to 2 pm. Meetings/luncheons/ 

dinners held the 1st Wednesdays for residents living 

here less than 3 years. To RSVP, info for future 

events/activities, visit northcountynewcomers.org. 

EVENTS, FESTIVALS, FUNDRAISERS 

AND ENTERTAINMENT 

Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse & Cattlemen’s 

Lounge, 1103 Spring St., 226-4925. Prime Rib 

Wednesdays! Happy Hour, 4-7 pm. Monday Industry 

Night, 6-9 pm, 20% off for all professionals; 

Taco and Tequila Tuesdays 5-9 pm, Tuesday 

Tunes 6-8pm, Wednesday Locals Appreciation 

Night Happy Hour 4-CLOSE; Friday & Saturday 

Live Entertainment, 9:30-11:30pm: 2/3-2/4 

Noach Tangeras, 2/10-2/11 Stellar, 2/17-2/18 

Rumble, 2/24-2/25 Nataly Lola. 


TIME & PLACE 

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS 

Held at RISE 

Sponsored by HospiceSLO 

1030 Vine St., Paso Robles 

544-2266 • hospiceslo.org 

Bereaved Parents Group 

Tuesdays, 5:30 to 7:00 pm. 

General Grief Support 

Wednesdays, 5:00 to 6:30 pm. 

Suicide Bereavement Support 

4th Wednesdays, 3 to 4:30 pm. 

1 • Monthly dinner at Estrella Warbirds 

Museum, first Wednesdays, 6 pm, guest 

speakers. Call 296-1935 for dinner reservations. 

ewarbirds.org. 

4 • Art After Dark Paso – First Saturdays, 6 to 

9 pm, Downtown Paso. Coordinated by Studios 

on the Park. 

7 • Golden State Classic Car Club meets at 

PR Elks Lodge, first Tuesdays, 7 pm, 1420 Park 

Street, Paso. Goldenstateclassics.org. 

10 – 11 • HISTORIC 1929 FORD AIRLINER 

COMES TO PASO ROBLES AND SAN LUIS 

OBISPO. Re-live the beginnings of airline 

travel and ride in the Experimental Aircraft 

Association’s (EAA) immaculate Ford Tri-Motor, 

the world’s first mass-produced airliner. The 

plane will be in Paso Robles Feb. 10-11, and 

San Luis Obispo Feb 12-13. It can carry up to 

nine passengers and every seat has a window. 

Passengers are encouraged to bring a camera 

to record and share this experience. Book your 

spot at www.flytheford.org, EAA’s Tri-Motor tour 

website. You can also pre-book a flight by calling 

1-800-843-3612, or take your chances and 

just come to the airport. 

10-11 • Love and Respect Marriage Conference, 

Friday, February 10, 6:30-10 pm and 

Saturday, 9 am-1 pm We believe love best motivates 

a woman and respect most powerfully 

motivates a man. Research reveals that during 

marital conflict a husband most often reacts 

unlovingly when feeling disrespected, and a 

wife reacts disrespectfully when feeling unloved. 

We asked 7,000 people the question, 

“When you are in a conflict with your spouse or 

significant other, do you feel unloved or disrespected?” 

83% of the men said “disrespected” 

and 72% of the women said “unloved.” Though 

we all need love and respect equally, the felt 

need differs during conflict, and this difference 

is as different as pink is from blue! 

Trinity Lutheran, 940 Creston Rd., Paso, 

register at: loveandrespect.com/events/videoconference/, 

$15-20 per person, or register at 

the door or church office, 238-3702, ext. 205. 

11 • Classic Car Cruise Night – 5 to 7 pm, Second 

Saturdays (weather permitting), King Oil 

Tools, 2235 Spring St., Paso. Info: Tony Ororato, 

712-0551. 

11 • The Big Laugh – Stand Up for Pups to 

benefit Second Chance at Love Humane Society. 

6 pm, Atascadero Lake Pavilion. $35 advance, 

$40 at the door. Music by Rewind, 3 top 

comedians, 712-0400. biglaughlive.com. 

12 • Valentine Movie Night – The Philadelphia 

Story at 7 pm at Park Cinemas, downtown 

Paso. Call Main Street, 238-4103 for tickets, 

$12 includes chocolate/champagne or popcorn/soda. 

16 • Third Thursday Shop, dine and drink in 

downtown Paso. A portion of the proceeds benefit 

must! charities. Visit facebook.com/pages/ 

Third-Thursday-PasoRobles. 

THE WELLNESS KITCHEN AND RESOURCE CENTER 

1255 Las Tablas Road, Templeton • wkrc.org or 434-1800 for more information 

For classes, register and pay online. TUESDAY: 21 • Auto Immune Support Group with Kelli 

Lincoln, 6:30 to 7:30 pm, WEDNESDAY: 8 • Class TBA with Ashley Beels, 6:30 to 8 pm. 

22 • Intro to Wellness – A Taste of Change with Therapeutic Chef Nancy Walker, 10 simple things 

to begin your clean eating journey. Class is FREE. 6:30 to 8 pm. THURSDAYS: 9 • Hispanic Cooking 

Class “Breakfast & Beyond” with Yessenia Echeverria, 6:30 to 8 pm. 16 • Healthy Cooking 

– Heart Health Foods, 5:30 to 7:30. FRIDAY: Healthy Cooking – Heart Health Foods, Idler’s 

Appliance, 189 Cross Street, SLO, 11 am to 1 pm. 

CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY 

1051 Las Tablas Road, Templeton provides support, education and hope to those with cancer. 

Visit CSCslo.org and call 238-4111. Cancer Support Helpline, 888-793-9355, 6 am to 6 pm PST. 

Wednesday, Feb. 15, 12 to 1:30 pm. Cancer Survivorship Series – The Caregiver Experience: 

Info & Eats with Jamie Nolan-Dunn LMFT and Katie Boucher, MFTi on how to manage 

the stress of caring for someone you love with cancer. RSVP required online or by phone. Light 

snacks provided. 



LAST WORD 


Paso Roblans can strut their stuff on March 4 

when Park Ballroom transforms into The Big Easy 

to celebrate the second annual “Mardi Gras Underground” 

fundraiser. Proceeds from the event will 

benefit Hospice of San Luis Obispo County and 

Community Counseling Center. The two nonprofit 

agencies work in tandem under one roof in Paso 

Robles to more efficiently serve the public. 

Scrumptious food, wine and beer from local 

vintners and breweries will be available, including 

a featured “Hurricane” cocktail. Catering for the 

event will be prepared in true N’awlins style by 

Paso Robles Culinary Arts Academy under the direction 

of Gregg Wangard, Director of Food Services 

and multiple award-winning chef. Offerings 

from Bon Temps Creole Café will also kick things 

up a notch with their signature Cajun flair. 

To heighten the festive atmosphere, everyone is 

encouraged to arrive dressed and ready to celebrate 

in true Mardi Gras form in colorful masks and vibrant 

attire. Guests will be treated to live music by 

the Fat Tuesday band performing a mix of R&B, 

jazz, Dixieland and Memphis blues. 

To highlight the evening, live and silent auction 

items will encourage competitive bidding for products 

and services by area sponsors. 

A PARTY WITH A PURPOSE 

For the frivolity that a night of Mardi Gras can 

bring, the day-to-day assistance that both nonprofit 

agencies extend to the public is serious business. 

Communication, commitment, teamwork and 

efficiency are key in making the best use of time, 

energy and funding. 

“Hospice SLO County and Community Counseling 

Center have a long history of working col- 

A Beautiful Face 33 

Adrienne Hagan 24 

Advanced Concrete 29 

AM Sun Solar 45 

Amdal Transport Svs 36 

American Wholesalers 3 

Arlyne’s Flowers 33 

Artfully Unusual 39 

Artworks 33 

Austin, Mary Ann 35 

Beehive 44 

Berry Hill Bistro 10 

Bijou 35 

Black Diamond 

Compost 38 

BlakesTrueValue 30 

Blenders 33 

Body Basics 32 

Boy Scout Thank You 21 

Bridge Sportsmen 39 

Cantinas on Park 13 

CASA 48 

Casey Printing 48 

Casper, EJ, DDS 25 

Chains Required 33 

Chalekson, Dr. Charles 37 

Cider Creek 24 

City-Recreation 41 

Coldwell Banker 19 

Cone & Assoc 46 

Connect Home Loans 11 

Country Florist 17 

Dawg on It 33 

Desmond, Heather 4,5 

Diffley, Marty 13 

El Paso Storage 38 

Estrella Warbirds 11 

Firefly 46 

Friends of Library 33 

Frontier Floors 15 

laboratively, so it made sense for us to share office 

space in Paso Robles,” says Kris Kington-Barker, 

Executive Director of Hospice of San Luis Obispo 

County. “Both agencies provide short-term counseling 

for children, teens and adults with Hospice 

SLO County, focusing on areas of severe illness, 

grief and bereavement. 

The home offices for CCC and Hospice SLO 

County are separately located in San Luis Obispo. 

The North County headquarters at 517 13th Street 

in Paso Robles is a Craftsman-style home office 

just west of the Plymouth Congregational Church. 

The Downtown location, a brief walk from Spring 

Street, makes access especially convenient for 

people who use area transit systems as their main 

source of transportation. 

Both agencies represent a combined total of 

more than 87 years of service to San Luis Obispo 

County. Community Counseling Center’s (CCC) 

mission is “to build and support emotionally strong 

families, individuals, and community through confidential, 

affordable counseling, education, and advocacy.” 

CCC operates as a mental health safety net 

contributor, as well as a preventative care provider 

of brief psychotherapy assistance for individuals, 

couples and families. 

CCC lends useful and empathetic help to economically-challenged 

individuals, children, couples 

and families to receive the assistance they need. 

On average, the Center works with more than 90 

state-licensed and insured professional therapists 

who dedicate volunteer hours to the community. 

Referrals are often made to other resources in 

hopes of ensuring that every individual can attain 

the most practical benefits to bring about the highest 

opportunity of success for their clients. 

DIRECTORY TO OUR ADVERTISERS 

Gallagher Video 47 

General Store 45 

Gilliss, Keith/PRIME 40 

Golden Collar 33 

GRL Computing 29 

Hamon Overhead Door 25 

Healthy Inspiration 13 

Heart to Heart 23 

Henry, Lisa 14 

HFG Insurance 33 

Hunter Ranch 17 

Idler’s 9 

Inspired Home Expo 29 

KAYA 42 

Kennedy Fitness 24 

Klockenteger, Lisa 33 

Lansford Dental 51 

Lube N Go 34 

Main St Animal Hosp 37 

Marriage Encounter, 

Trinity 10 

Michael’s Optical 22 

Dr. Mikulics 35 

MOD Studio 36 

Mode 

Communications 11 

Natural Alternative 25 

New With Tags 44 

Nose to Tail 33 

Odyssey Cafe 9 

PASO Chevrolet 52 

Paso Jules 16 

Paso PetCare 19 

PR Chamber 47 

PR District Cemetery 22 

PR Door & Trim 33 

PR Handyman 9 

PR Heating & Air 31 

Since 1977, Hospice of San Luis Obispo County 

has invested thousands of hours annually in free inhome 

respite care, emotional support and practical 

help for those with a life-limiting illness and their 

families. Family grief counseling, support groups, 

workshops, trainings, book discussion groups for 

professionals and the community, end-of-life doula 

services and a Pet Peace of Mind program are 

available. Hospice of SLO County aims to be inclusive 

and provides community response support for 

schools, businesses and organizations impacted by 

the death of a relative, friend, co-worker or student. 

Hospice-trained and professional volunteers (150) 

and a small, essential core of paid staff help conserve 

operating expenses and are provided with no charge 

to the recipients or their insurance carriers. 

In an era of rising health care costs, the uncertainties 

of an election year and threadbare budgets, 

Hospice SLO County and Community Counseling 

Center are dedicated to aiding their clients 

without adding to the monetary burdens they already 

face. 

“Lack of insurance or inability to pay is never 

a barrier for either agency,” says Kington-Barker. 

“In addition to great food, music and a memorable 

time, the Mardi Gras event shines light on how 

our agencies sustain North County residents within 

their most grievous circumstances. Every person 

who attends our fundraiser will help their North 

County neighbors immensely by making it possible 

to continue these vital services.” 

Ticket admission for the Mardi Gras Underground 

celebration are available for $50/presale 

and $55 at the door. Reserved Sponsor table seating 

is available for $450 per table and include complimentary 

sparkling wine to toast the occasion. 

Everyone is encouraged to purchase their tickets 

early, as a sell-out is highly anticipated. 

The Park Ballroom venue is located at 1232 Park 

Street in Paso Robles. For tickets and more information, 

call Gracie Rey at (805) 544-2266. To learn 

more about Community Counseling Services and Hospice 

of San Luis Obispo County, visit www.cccslo.com 

and www.hospiceslo.org. 

PR Insurance 22 

PR Main Street 9 

PR Safe & Lock 26 

PR Waste 23 

Patricia Alexander 48 

Perfect Air 27 

Photo Stop 15 

Planet Fitness 6,7 

PW Construction 42 

Red Scooter Deli 32 

Refine Barre Studio 47 

Relay for Life 32 

Reneau, J Scott 17 

Reverse Mortgage 15 

San Luis Sports 

Therapy 27 

Sauret’s Errand 33 

Scoles,Law Offices 

of Patricia 38 

Señor Sancho’s 13 

SLO Hospice 15 

SolaraloS 29 

Solarponics 40 

Spice of Life 23 

Sprain Draperies 28 

Stifel 30 

Tea Trolley 33 

Ted Hamm Ins 39 

The Big Laugh 16 

The Harley Group 25 

The Loft 33 

Touch of Paso 16 

Twin Cities Hospital 2 

Vic’s Cafe 27 

Western Janitorial 33 

Whitehorse 40 

Wighton’s 27 

Wine Country 

Theatre 43 

Worship Directory 49 


All cases were completed by Dr. Jeremy Lansford 

and Dr. Jennifer Karanian

2017 February PASO Magazine

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