2014 July PASO Magazine

The City of Paso Robles Official 125 th Anniversary Publication 

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CONTENTS 

July 2014 volume 14 number 3 

A Monthly Look at Life in our Remarkable Communities 

Feature Stories 

11 Fabulous 4 th of July 

Celebrations throughout 

SLO County 

14 Welcome to the 69 th Annual 

California Mid-State Fair 

• 12 Days of Fun 

• Family - Farming - Fair...The Lahargou Family 

• Airgas Industrial Arts Auction 

Showcases Local Talent 

• 4-H, FFA, and the Junior Livestock Auction 

• Suze Evenson is 2014 CMSF Volunteer of the Year 

28 Historic Paso Robles 

125 th Anniversary section 

• The Visionary Vintner 

• Last Words of Pioneers 

48 Hoofbeat 

Hoofbeat Calendar and Trail Tales 

- By Dorothy Rogers On the cover 

Departments 

10 Ol’ Oaken Bucket 

Filled with Humor, Timely Tidbits, and 

Mesmorizing Memorabilia..stuff you 

didn’t realize you need to know 

32 Paso People 

• Paso Robles Rotary 16th Annual 

Winemakers’s Cookoff is August 9 

• Keep your Summer Sizzling 

with Concerts in the Park 

• At The Library 

• This ’N’ That - A Collection of ‘Stuff’ 

• Hornet Queen Retires 

38 City of Paso Robles 

Library and Recreation 

Cool stuff to do for the month ahead! 

40 Round Town 

• County Perspective - A Column by Bruce Curtis 

• Central Coast Renaissance Festival 

Returns July 19 & 20 

• San Miguel Reflections 

- A column by Lynne Schmitz 

• Wine Country Theatre Presents “Guys and Dolls” 

• Summer Fun Continues in Templeton 

52 Business 

• Things are Getting Better All The Time 

- Report on the 2014 Central Coast 

Economic Forecast Mid-Year Update 

• What’s Happening on Main Street 

- A Column by Chris Weygandt Alba 

• A New Venture in a New Location 

- Bristols Cider by Lone Madrone Winery 

• The Voice of the Visitor Center 

- A Column by Karyl Lammers 

• Paso Robles Inn Announces Renovation Completion 

• Rockin’ the Vine - Summer Music Concerts 

at Poalillo Vineyards 

• Business Spotlight - A Column by Meagan Friberg 

60 Time & Place 

Where to find just about anything and everything 

to do in July 

Aiden Phillip Cagliero of Paso Robles proudly leads his steer 

from the Junior Livestock Auction at the 2014 California 

Mid-State Fair. 

Photo by Judy Bedell 

EDITORIAL DEADLINE: 

7 th of each month preceding publication 

ADVERTISING DEADLINE: 

10 th of each month preceding publication 

HOW TO REACH US 

Phone: (805) 239-1533 Founding Co-Publisher: 

Karen Chute 1949-2004 

E-mail: 

bob@pasoroblesmagazine.com Publisher/Editor: Bob Chute 

Mailing address: P.O. Box 3996, 

Editorial Consultant: 

Paso Robles, CA 93447 Chris Weygandt Alba 

In town drop off: Dutch Maytag, 

Advertising: Millie Drum, Pam 

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Osborn, Jamie Self, Victoria Jenks, 

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Just a 

Thought 

By Bob Chute 

Actually, I have several ‘thoughts’ I’d 

like to share with you this month. Lots 

of things are happening in River City 

these days and I tend to pinball a bit in 

my ‘thought’ processes, as Rho will attest 

to...so, settle in and wander around 

in my grey matter as I pinball on paper. 

It’s Fair Time! 

The staff of the Paso Robles Event 

Center has so many things packed 

in to the 12 days of the 69th Annual 

Mid-State Fair you’re 

gonna want to plan to spend 

several days to “Discover 

More” checkin’ it out! We’ve 

devoted several pages to the Fair this 

month...starting on page 14. The fun 

starts Wednesday, July 16 and runs 

through Sunday, July 27...see you there! 

4th of July activities 

It’s time to get out, wave a flag, 

and head downtown in Paso Robles. 

As part of the City’s 

125th Anniversary, an 

old-fashioned celebration 

will be held in the 

City Park on Friday, 

the 4th of July. 

An array of fun activities are 

planned, starting at 11 a.m., with 

games and music then Concerts in 

the Park from 5 to 8:30 p.m., with a 

It’s Fair Time! 

special patriotic program at 6:30 p.m., 

followed by a Fireworks show next to 

the City Park, starting about 9:15 p.m 

(see all the details on page 11). Plus 

you’ll find a complete schedule of 4th 

activities all around SLO County. 

Historic 125th Anniversary 

of Paso Robles 

Pastor Steve Calagna described 

it as a “miracle.” Pastoring in our 

community for many years, he’s 

hoped for such a gathering and 

now it’s happening...an exciting 

beginning. 

Changes at the Historic 

Paso Robles Inn 

Chris Weygandt Alba 

You’ve probably noticed all the 

continues her monthly special 

section exploring the beginnings 

of the community we 

call home...this month she describes 

the Visionary Vintners and shares the 

Last Words of some very special Paso 

Robles Pioneers...starting on page 28. 

A ‘Miracle’ in the Park 

There were 17 local churches worshipping 

activity at the Inn lately. Our fearless 

reporter, Chuck Desmond, 

took the tour and reports in detail 

on all the renovations that have 

taken place recently at our City 

Center Icon, on page 56. 

Economic Forecast 

Last month I attended the 2014 

Mid Year Update of the Central 

together in the Downtown Coast Economic Forecast, pre- 

City Park on Sunday, June 8 with sented jointly by the Paso Robles and 

nearly 2000 people in attendance. It 

had never happened before, churches 

truly working together. 

“This is an historic Sunday 

Atascadero Chambers of Commerce 

featuring keynote speaker Christopher 

Thornberg of Beacon Economics, 

LLC. 

morning,” stated Pastor Don Smith. 

“As never before we want to not just 

tolerate each other, but set aside our 

differences and love each other. The 

Heart of the matter is that Jesus 

permeates our society and everyone 

is blessed. The humility expressed “Things are improving,” said 

here today promotes gentleness, 

bearing one another’s burdens, and 

fostering unity. It’s a risk, but it’s a 

new beginning for our community.” 

Thornberg. “2014 will be better than 

2013 and 2015 will be better yet 

with trends accelerating.” 

The median prices of homes in 

the county are up 17.5% over last 

year and he sees them continuing to 

increase plus, “A major positive is the 

fact the quality of the credit available 

today is of zero concern,” said 

Thornberg. “Compared to the quantity 

of bad credit - giving loans to 

those who couldn’t afford them - 

when the bubble burst. Today lending 

is top down, with better credit risks 

being funded and many others simply 

paying cash.” 

Get all the Forecast’s particulars 

on page 52. 

Personal note 

Grandson Adam Thomas Chute 

celebrates birthday #4 on July 22. 

As I’m writing this 

we’re looking forward 

to seeing him 

and brother Isaac, 

along with his parents 

(my son, Ben, 

Isaac, left, and 

Adam Chute 

and his wife, Alissa) 

when they travel 

to California this 

weekend from Colorado for a visit! 

Gonna be a kick, we’re getting everyone 

(3 children, and spouses, plus 7 

grandchildren) together for a family 

photo...tough to do these days! 

And much more... 

There are several other interesting 

stories for you this month, 

jump in and enjoy the ride! And 

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Potential Sellers: Lets HELP these HOT BUYERS and get your 

home SOLD fast ! Interested? Call Cheri at 805.610.7010 

I work with FSBO'S, Expired Listings, and have ALL TYPES of Buyers, including the following, 

who have not found a match in the MLS listing data base and are waiting for a call from you. ... 

1. My Mother and Father are in their 80's and live on a ranch in the country 

now. They want to down size and are looking for a small home in the 

central part of Templeton fairly close to the park so that they can walk to 

church and town. They aren't in a hurry, so if you have tenants living in 

the home now, that is ok too. Give Cheri a call and we can work something 

out with you! 

we both agree would fit our needs. We will arrive on July 7th, and hope to 

be able to buy a home that week or shortly after. Very motivated buyers. 

Our “would like” list is: 3/2, 1500-2100 sf, no more than 24 years old, 

move in ready, nice deck or patio area, smaller yard, tile in bathrooms, 

glass enclosed shower, either in town or no more than 12 miles out of Paso 

Robles. $400,000 to 500,000. 

2. We must have at least a 1600 sf home with a garage or barn, central air 

conditioning, big yard for privacy, room to park a 27' camping trailer, quiet 

street with little traffic. Something similar to El Dorado Estates would be 

nice and offer the room and privacy that we enjoy. Up to $500,000. 

3. We would like to find a home in the Peterson Ranch area of Templeton or 

anywhere around the school. Our children attend school there and it would 

be great to find something that would work for them on the occasion they 

would have to walk home from school as we both work. To $500,000. 

4. We are interested in a property between Atascadero and Paso Robles. 

Doesn't have to be large, but architecturally unique! We are looking for 

quality first. Mediterranean to modern. 1400 sf +. Around 5-10 acres. 

Around $650,00 would be ideal. 

5. We have sold our home and have cash in hand to buy the first home that 

6. Looking to buy a smaller home. Single or two story. I like the Cottages 

development of stand alone town homes, or a single family residence on a 

quiet street. My price range is around $350,000. I have the money to move 

forward with the sale today. Call Cheri at 805.610.7010 now. 

7. We are looking for a home with 10 acres or more that has olive trees, 

walnut trees, grapes or citrus. The home can be a fixer or there doesn't 

have to be a home on the property at all. We would want a building site on 

the property to build our forever home there. We enjoy being 'nestled' in 

rather than on a hill. We just want peace and quietude. Depending on land 

or home, we are willing to pay in the neighborhood of $600,000 to 

1Million. 

8. Interested in purchasing 40-300 acres with a home between Paso 

Robles and Morro Bay. Property may have additional home, barn, out 

buildings and preferably will fall under the Williamson Act. Up to 3Million 

This impressive four bedroom home lies 12 minutes East of Paso Robles on two fenced acres 

which include a riding arena, pastures for horses, and a storage/tack room 40'x8' with attached 

equine cover 72'x12'. Open space to the South is great for trail riding. The residence is in pristine 

condition with an open floor plan, informal dining, and generously sized rooms which have 

all been freshly painted. The two car garage has attic storage with easy access pull-down steps. 

The sparkling in-ground pool 16'x32' and hot tub 8' are fiberglass for minimum maintenance. 

The pool has an automatic safety pool cover. Solar water panels heat pool & hot tub. The patio 

is covered. Unobstructed views and fabulous sunsets await you! $439,000 

You will love the open feel of this classic country home located 12 minutes East of Paso Robles. 

The beautifully upgraded kitchen features shaker oak cabinets with pull out drawers, granite 

counter tops, and a sunny bay window where you can sit and enjoy a view of the surrounding 

hills. The generously sized living room is complimented by a great looking fireplace and a warm 

toned engineered hardwood floor. High end Anderson doors open out to the covered back patio. 

The bedrooms have rich looking new carpet. All bath rooms have been beautifully upgraded. This 

property is completely fenced for horses or other pets. The grounds include a grape arbor as 

well as delicious peach and nectarine trees for healthy indulgences! The 36 x 24 work shop has 

220 wiring, is on a concrete slab, and is a nice addition for a wide variety of projects! $400,000 

Homeowners: Just a quick story to let you know how I can help you or anyone you might refer to me. 

Michael and Meghan live in Hawaii. They called me a couple of years ago wanting advice on listing their rental home in Paso 

Robles. I advised them to wait for the market to come back up a bit. 

Recently I received a call from them indicating they were ready to sell. We had just placed a sign in the yard when a neighbor 

spotted it and notified their friends who were interested. Long story short, the home sold in a moments notice. I represented a Happy 

Seller and an extremely Happy Buyer! 

Are you seeing the benefit of this market? I can help. Call Now. Cheri 805.610.7010 

EMAIL ME: CHERI.YORK@SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM 

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Solo Signature By Hancock 

John Hancock was the only 

person to actually sign the Declaration 

of Independence on July 4, 

1776. The other 55 signers did not 

sign it until August 2nd or even 

later. 

Random Thoughts 

“Using technology to clean 

up the mess made by technology 

doesn’t seem too intelligent. 

“There are caregivers and there 

are caretakers, and yet the two 

words are not opposites. Why is 

this? 

“There’s a whole different now 

now.” 

- George Carlin 

SPRINKLER 

INSTRUCTIONS 

Commitment 

“If you don’t have a total commitment 

to whatever you’re doing, 

then you start looking to bail 

out the first time the boat starts 

leaking. It’s tough enough getting 

that boat to shore with everybody 

rowing, let alone when a guy 

stands up and starts putting his life 

jacket on.” 

- Lou Holtz 

Uncle Sam 

The term Uncle Sam 

is reputedly derived 

from Samuel Wilson, 

a meat packer from 

Troy, New York, who 

I recently purchased a 

sprinkler... here’s the drawing showing how to hook it to the hose. 

Among the 7 points of SPRINKLER INSTRUCTIONS...Item #1 in Set 

Up (4 points): “Make sure the water is turned off and connect base 

of garden hose to the sprinkler.“ It gets easier after that... 

supplied rations for the soldiers. 

There was a requirement at the time 

for contractors to stamp onto the 

food they were sending, their name 

and where the rations came from. 

Wilson’s packages were labeled 

“E.A – US.” When someone asked 

what that stood for, a coworker 

joked and said “Elbert Anderson 

(the contractor) and Uncle 

Sam,” referring to Sam Wilson, 

though it actually stood for 

United States. 

Riddles for the Kids 

Why does the Statue of Liberty 

stand in New York Harbor? 

Because it can’t sit down. 

What color socks do bears wear? 

They don’t wear socks, they have 

bear feet. 

Why did Paul Revere ride his 

horse from Boston to Lexington? 

Because the horse was too heavy to 

carry. 

Why do you need a license for a 

dog and not for a cat? 

Cats can’t drive. 

The Name Game: 

Coca-Cola 

Bookkeeper Frank M. Robinson, 

one of Coca-Cola inventor Dr. 

John Styth Pemberton’s four partners, 

suggested naming the elixir 

after two of the main ingredients: 

the coca leaf and the kola nut. 

SHAVE 

MY HEAD 

Lillian Larsen 

Elementary 

teacher Paul 

DiMatteo recently 

led his 

school in a “Shave My Head” 

fundraiser for Cancer Prevention. 

Tickets to shave Mr. “D’s” 

head were sold for $1.00 with 

Adriana Ruiz being the student 

whose ticket was pulled and 

who got to shave Mr. D’s head. 

A little over $250 was raised 

in honor of two local students 

battling cancer. Mr. Dimatteo 

was recently named the San 

Miguel Joint Union School 

District Teacher of the Year. 

He suggested spelling kola with 

a “c” for the sake of alliteration. 

Offbeat Uses for Everyday Things 

by Joey Green 

Simplicity 

“If it’s working, keep doing it. If 

it’s not working, stop doing it. If 

you don’t know what to do, don’t do 

anything.” 

-Dr. Melvin Konner 

FRIDAY NIGHTS 

CONCERTS IN THE PARK 

Join us for a cocktail and a great 

dinner while you enjoy the music in 

the park across the street 

OPEN FRIDAY, 4TH OF JULY! 

D I N N E R S P E C I A L S T H R O U G H M O N T H O F J U LY 

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays 

Baseball Cut 

TOP SIRLOIN 

with 

Berry HIll 

Salad 

& bread 

Contemporary Comfort Food 

Complete Bar! 

Enjoy Your Favorite Cocktails 

Pound of Steamed 

CLAMS 

with 

salad 

& garlic 

bread 

FISH TACOS 

with Spanish 

rice and 

avocado 

salsa 

BABY BACK 

RIBS 

cole 

slaw, 

garlic 

bread & 

fries 

All our 

desserts are 

homemade! 

Extensive Wine List 

— Open at 11 am 7 Days a Week — 

1114 Pine Street, Downtown Paso Robles 238-3929 


4 th of July Celebrations 

in San Luis Obispo County 

Paso Robles Old 

Fashioned 4th 

As a part of the 125th Anniversary 

of the City of Paso Robles, an oldfashioned 

4th of July Celebration 

will be held in City Park on Friday 

the 4th of July. Offering something 

for everyone and all age groups, the 

Celebration will consist of a Children’s 

Parade at 11 a.m. around City 

Park, games, fun, and music in the 

Park from 12 noon to 4 p.m., Concerts 

in the Park from 5 p.m. to 8:30 

p.m. with a special patriotic program 

at 6:30 p.m., and a Fireworks show 

next to City Park about 9:15 p.m. 

The Children’s Parade will be for 

all children and every participant 

is asked to wear or decorate in red, 

white, and blue. Every child is asked 

to be imaginative with their outfit 

and are welcome to bring their dog 

or wagon or bicycle as they walk in 

The celebration of the nation’s birthday – July 4 – is a big one, 

especially in San Luis Obispo County with events of all size taking 

place from small community parades to large day-long parties for 

people of all ages. Some events start as early as 5 a.m. and others 

run well into the evening. 

Check out the listings below, organized by city, to plan out your 

Fourth of July. 

the parade around City park. This 

free event will begin at 11a.m. at 10th 

and Park St and is sponsored by the 

Paso Robles Children’s Museum. 

The fun and games for kids of 

all ages will begin at noon in City 

Park and they’re all free. Numerous 

traditional and new games, including 

sack races, 3-legged races, a watermelon 

eating contest, and lawn 

games, will be held. DJ and live music 

are planned for the afternoon and 

food will be available. There will be 

surprises for all thanks to Niblick 

Road Baptist Church, Calvary Paso 

Church, and other organizations. 

At 5 p.m., a Paso Robles tradition, 

the REC Foundation’s Concerts 

in the Park will begin with the 

very popular rock group “The Usual 

Suspects” to perform at the Gazebo. 

Sponsors J. Lohr and Firestone will 

provide adult beverages and Red 

Scooter will have food available. 

As you can imagine, volunteers are needed to 

make the first-ever “Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration” 

Independence Day event in Paso Robles City 

Park a success – and we need you! Opportunities are 

available between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m., most 2 or 3 

hours in length. Tasks include parade route monitoring, 

helping with children’s games, monitoring the 

fireworks safety exclusion area through the day, and 

At 6:30 p.m., the band will take a 

break and a special Salute to America 

program will begin. All military 

retirees, veterans, and active duty personnel 

will be asked to come forward 

to form up, lead the Pledge of Allegiance, 

and sing the National Anthem. 

There will be a few surprises 

here, too. At 7 p.m., “The Usual Suspects” 

will return to perform until 

8:30 p.m. 

At about 9:15 p.m., a spectacular 

aerial fireworks show will begin with 

a ground display planned for the 

front of City Hall facing the Park. 

This patriotic community event is 

funded entirely by businesses and residents 

with tax deductible donations. 

The Paso Robles 4th of July Committee 

needs funding and volunteers to 

make the celebration a success. 

Contact: Al Garcia, Chairman, 

4th of July Committee www.paso4th.org. 

226-9262 or cell 975- 

5165 Al.garcia@pacbell.net 

Please see 4TH OF JULY page 12 

Volunteers needed for Paso’s 4 th 

assisting with the Salute to America. 

A T-shirt, food voucher, and water will be provided. 

A brief orientation and waiver form are required to 

ensure safety. 

This is going to be a lot of fun for our community 

and we need your help to make it a reality. Call or 

email Al Garcia to volunteer: 226-9262 or al.garcia@ 

pacbell.net. 

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Chris Bausch, REALTOR® 

BRE# 01495693 

Cell: (805) 440-5960 

Office: (805) 237-4700 ext 27 

Email: chrisb4re@gmail.com 

www.chrisb4pasorobles.com 

Glen H. Bills, REALTOR® 

BRE# 01737297 

Cell: (805) 237-9993 

Office (805) 237-4700 ext 29 

Email: gbills48@gmail.com 

www.glensellsrealestate.com 

Ron Edmunson, REALTOR® 

BRE# 01935079 

Cell: (805) 400-8545 

Office: (805) 237-4700 ext 30 

Email: Ron.edmunson@gmail.com 

www.Pasorobleshomesearch.com 

Chava Muir, REALTOR® 

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4TH OF JULY from page 11 

Sculpterra Winery 

honors Veterans 

on the 4th! 

Veterans and their families, 

along with the general public, are invited 

to attend the 4th of July Celebration 

honoring Veterans at Sculpterra 

Winery in Paso Robles from 

12 noon to 4 p.m. with FREE hot 

dogs, apple pie and ice cream! FREE 

live band music! FREE animals and 

kids’ activities! 

Sculpterra Winery is a new Corporate 

Life Member of the Camp Roberts 

Historical Museum Foundation 

and the event is being held in conjunction 

with the Camp Roberts Museum. 

This free patriotic event is a tribute to 

our soldiers. It will be the most military-oriented 

and patriotic Independence 

Day celebration in the area, and 

everyone is invited, so come make it a 

part of your day! 

VETERANS OF IRAQ AND 

AFGHANISTAN are especially requested 

to RSVP for this event by contacting 

Dirk Hale, Vice Chairman of 

the Museum Foundation, at 208-8692 

or dahale@charter.net This event is in 

tribute to you and your fellow soldiers! 

Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture 

Garden is located at 5015 Linne Rd, 

in Paso Robles, phone 226-8881 (East 

via Niblick - Sherwood - Fontana – to 

Linne.) 

Flag Raising Ceremony 

& 4th of July 

Recognition 

You and your friends are invited 

to join the members of Pleasant 

Valley Community Foundation on 

Friday, July 4, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. 

at the “Old School,” 2030 Ranchita 

Canyon Road, for a flag raising ceremony 

to celebrate the official start of 

Pleasant Valley Community Foundation’s 

effort to repair the old school 

building and prepare the grounds for 

community programs and events. 

Refreshments will be served! Tours 

of the old school; plans for the future 

of the old school building and grounds, 

with pictures of the “past history” of 

this unique school will be offered. 

Templeton 

Templeton really comes alive on 

the Fourth of July with its annual 

celebration, starting with a pancake 

breakfast at the Templeton Fire Department 

from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Tickets 

are $5 for adults and $3 for children 

10 and younger, and may be purchased 

in advance at the Templeton 

Community Services District office, 

Templeton Farmers’ Market, from 

any Templeton firefighter, or at the 

door on July 4. Only 800 breakfasts 

will be sold, so purchasing tickets 

early is recommended. 

The parade, sponsored by the 

Templeton Kiwanis Club, begins 

at 10 a.m. and will run along Main 

Street, ending at the Templeton 

Community Park, where there will 

be food, entertainment, music and 

games. For questions or additional 

information on the parade, contact 

Mick Pickett at 434-0313. 

Atascadero 

For the third year in a row, 

Atascadero will celebrate the Fourth 

at Atascadero Lake Park. The day 

starts off with a memorial service 

at the Faces of Freedom Veterans’ 

Memorial at 7:30 a.m., followed by 

a pancake breakfast served by the 

Atascadero Lions Club. Kennedy 

Club Fitness will again sponsor 5K 

and 10K runs and a one-mile fun 

walk around the lake. Registration 

for those events may be done via 

Kennedy Club. 

Throughout the day there will be 

food such as hamburgers and hot 

dogs served, as well as rides on an 

antique carousel, ponies and a waterslide. 

There will be games for children 

and a pie eating contest for all ages. 

Assemblyman Katcho Achadjian 

is sponsoring free admission to the 

zoo for all attendees. The Atascadero 

Community Band will perform 

during the day. A free movie for 

children will be shown after the activities 

at the park. 

To become a sponsor, contact 

Kelley at 674-5585, Jerry Clay at 

441-9220 or Martin at 296-2487. 

Santa Margarita 

This small town has a small town 

parade that begins at about 9:30 a.m. 

on July 4 at the corner of H and Yerba 

Buena streets. The parade will go east 

on H Street and end at the park. 

For more information, go to www. 

santamargaritajuly4.com. 

Pozo 

While Pozo does not have a celebration 

like any other area towns, it 

does start the holiday out with some 

exercise – a flat, fast and scenic “out 

and back” 5K. Registration includes 

a T-shirt, breakfast and raffle for 

first 200 runners. All proceeds benefit 

Jack’s Helping Hand. The Top 3 

runners in all age categories will receive 

merchandise awards. 

Race packet pick up and race day 

registration will take place from 7 to 

8:15 a.m. on July 4 at Pozo Saloon. 

To registration in advance, go to 

www.runningwarehouse.com. 

Please see 4TH OF JULY page 13 

2014 Pioneer Royalty Dinner 

Sunday, August 17, 2014, 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. 

Historic Paso Robles Inn Ballroom 

Reserve Your Ticket Early - Seating is Limited 

No Tickets Will be Sold at the Door 

DISCOUNT FOR EARLY REGISTRATION 

(reserve by Aug. 1) 

Contact 

Shauna Davis 

805-434-3799 

Deadline to Purchase: August 6, 2014 

Hosted by the El Paso de Robles Area Historical Society 

CAMP ROBERTS 

HISTORICAL MUSEUM 

The Largest Army 

Museum in California! 

See the Military Legacy of the Central Coast 

The Army’s largest training base during WWII 

Free Admission! 

Gift Shop • Group Tours • Picnic Area 

Theatre Room • Vehicles 

Open to the Public Thurs. & Sat. 9 to 4 

Call 805-238-8288 during Museum hours 

or email crmiltmus@tcsn.net 

www.camprobertshistoricalmuseum.com 

Take HWY 101, 12 miles North of Paso! 


4TH OF JULY from page 12 

Cambria 

Cambria’s old-fashioned 

Fourth of July celebration will 

take place at Shamel Park and 

will include food, prizes, live music, 

dancing and fireworks. Events 

start in the morning at 11 a.m. 

with opening ceremonies, live 

music by Stellar from 11:30 a.m. 

to 1 p.m., waiter and waitress tray 

balancing relay races from 1 to 2 

p.m., Linn’s messy pie eating contest 

from 2 to 3 p.m., raffle drawings at 

3 p.m., live music by Ransom from 

3:15 to 5 p.m., live music by Rough 

House from 5:30 to 9 p.m., and 

fireworks at 9 p.m. 

Starting at 11:30 a.m. there will 

be a bounce house for the children 

and kids’ games, the swimming pool 

will open at 1 p.m. and there will be 

concessions, face painting, food, free 

parking and free admission all day. 

The trolley will be running for the 

holiday in Cambria. 

Cayucos 

Festivities begin in Cayucos at 

5 a.m. with the sand sculpture 

contest. The contest is sponsored by 

the Cayucos Lions Club and will 

run until 8 a.m. by the pier. The 

sand sculptures are created by children, 

novices, and professionals. 

The annual parade will begin 

at 10 a.m. and follow Ocean Avenue. 

The Cayucos Lions Club will 

serve barbecued food from 11 a.m. 

to 3 p.m. at the Vet’s Hall. The 

Cayucos Lioness Club will host 

Bingo from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Vet’s 

Hall. The fireworks display will 

begin at 9 p.m. at Cayucos Pier. No 

fireworks, fires or alcohol are allowed 

on the beach. 

For more information, go to 

www.cayucoschamber.com. 

Morro Bay 

In a nutshell: Morro Bay’s 4th 

of July celebration is a Family- 

Friendly, alcohol free, event designed 

to bring back the nostalgia 

of an All-American Independence 

Day celebration. It’s kicked off by a 

bicycle parade from Morro Rock to 

Tidelands Park...rolling along the 

Embarcadero. Live music starts at 

noon and plays nearly non-stop 

until 9:15...pausing only for the 

Kid’s Lawn Games (an hour dedi- 

cated to fun for the kids in front 

of the stage), Skateboard Race, 

Rock-To-Park Bicycle Parade, 

live music by The Dentures plus 

Bob Santa Cruz and the 805s, 

and Herrick (see morrobay4th. 

org for times and locations). 

The events big finale is, of course, 

an amazing Fireworks show 

kicking off at 9:15. Depending 

on the evening, you can see the 

display from nearly anywhere in 

the city...and even as far away as 

Los Osos. 

All events are free and open to 

the public. The San Luis Obispo 

County Bicycle Coalition will provide 

a free bicycle valet. 

For more information, 

and timing of events go 

to www.morrobay4th.org. 

Avila Beach 

Fourth of July is celebrated 

in Avila Beach 

with its Parade of Boats 

put on by the San Luis 

Yacht Club. Boats will 

meet at Harford Pier at 

10:30 a.m. and the boat 

parade will start at noon. 

The parade will be led 

by Port San Luis Harbor 

Patrol. All boats are invited 

to participate and 

are encouraged to decorate 

with patriotic decorations. 

According to organizers, the best 

place to see the parade is from the 

end of Avila Beach Pier in downtown. 

The Yacht Club sets up there 

and fires a real cannon throughout 

the parade. 

For more information, go to 

www.avilabeachpier.com. 

Pismo Beach 

Pismo Beach fills up for its annual 

fireworks celebration on the 

Fourth of July. The city will celebrate 

the nation’s independence 

with music, food, and a Grand Fireworks 

Display from the 1,200-foot 

Pismo Pier. While the fireworks 

show is free and open to the public, 

VIP seats on the pier are 

available for purchase. 

For more information, 

call 773-4382. 

Arroyo Grande 

Fourth of July will start 

in the Village of Arroyo 

Grande at 1 p.m. with a 

Village Band Concert 

and hot dogs, lemonade 

and ice cream served by 

the South County Historical 

Society. 

Arroyo Grande in 

Bloom representatives 

will again be present and 

handing out gifts. 

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Welcome to the 69 th California Mid-State Fair ! 

You are cordially invited to “Discover More” 

at the 2014 edition of the California Mid-State 

Fair, which runs July 16th to July 27th! The 

many diverse talents of the Board of Directors 

and staff bring an abundance of wealth and 

spirit as we present our golden fair to you. 

This year, we have incorporated birthday celebrations 

of both the City of El Paso de Robles 

and the California State Parks into our programmatic 

scheme, showcasing both competitive 

and static exhibits throughout the 

grounds to capture hearts and 

make special memories! 

We have worked tirelessly 

throughout the year to bring 

fairgoers oodles of summer fun, 

amazing magical moments, and 

expansive educational value 

each and every day of the annual 

12-day run. The grounds are simply beautiful, 

full of splendor and many new improvements 

...so, whether you ride 

the rides, listen to the stellar entertainment 

staged throughout the 

grounds, watch the livestock and 

equestrian events, find treasures 

in the commercial vendors, or just 

eat that fabulous fair food, please take the 

time to enjoy every aspect that makes this Fair 

truly amazing, and even today, remains known 

as “The Biggest Little Fair...Anywhere!” 

On behalf of the Board of Directors and 

staff, I want to cordially invite you to attend 

the 2014 California Mid-State Fair. Come early, 

stay late, and have a ton of fun! 

Warmest regards, 

Vivian Robertson 

Chief Executive Officer 

California Mid-State Fair 

By Bob Chute 

The crew at the Paso Robles Event Center are putting together the 2014 version of the California Mid-State Fair, “Discover More!” slated to begin Wednesday, 

July 16 and running through Sunday, July 27. The Fair’s theme will also tie in with the City of Paso Robles 125th Anniversary and the State Park’s 150th! 

While several area publications produce their versions of Fair guides, we’ve simply put together an overview of some of the things to look for, special 

activities and shows, plus a look at the entertainment and other items we believe you’ll find of interest. 

We are also honored to present Judy Bedell’s Fair Family Spotlight on the Lahargou family. Heather Young profiles the Fair’s Volunteer of the Year 

Suze Evenson and Judy Bedell also takes a look at what you can expect at the Junior Livestock Auction and the Industrial Arts Auction. 

The midway has been spruced up with a fresh reseal of the pavement and several of the buildings at the Fair have been renamed this year to reflect 

the character of our area. For example, instead of the generic Commercial Building #1, it will now be known as Adelaide Hall. Commercial Building #2 is now 

known as Estrella Hall. The Home Arts Building becomes the Frontier Pavilion and the Outdoor Area #3 becomes the Stockyard Pavilion, while the SLO Pavilion 

is now the Ponderosa Pavilion. The Dolly Bader and Marketplace Buildings remain the same. 

Heritage Foundation The Heritage Foundation works to preserve and enrich the heritage of the 16th District Agricultural Association and offers 

support to the 4-H and FFA programs, create agricultural education opportunities, and maintain a standard of excellence and expansion in the facilities 

by implementing capital improvement programs. Join today - 100% of all monies received for The Heritage Foundation goes back into the Mid-State 

Fair and Paso Robles Events Center, learn more at thecmsf heritagefoundation.org. 

One of those projects this year is new bathrooms inside the covered arena, behind the grandstands. The 80x20 foot facility has entrances both sides. The facade of Adelaide Hall 

(aka Commercial Building #1) has been redone in keeping with the Mission Square theme that was completed a couple years ago. 

Discover More! There’s lots to do, even before the Fair, but especially during the 12 Days of Fun...see you there! 

Admission and Hours 

REGULAR: Child (6-12) - $6/day... Adult (13-61) - $10/day... Senior (62+) - $8/day ($5/day 

on Senior’s Day: Tuesday, July 22). 

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. - 

4 p.m. through July 15 and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day of the Fair. 

BOX OFFICE: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through 

July 15 and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day of the Fair. 

EXHIBIT BUILDINGS: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. each day of the Fair. 

PRE-FAIR DISCOUNT can be purchased from the CMSF box office through July 15. 

DISCOUNTS can be purchased from Albertsons through July 15 (Midnight). 

SEASON PASSES: REGULAR: Child (6-12) - $20/season... Adult (13+) - $50/season 

DISCOUNT-FARM SUPPLY: Pick up a discount coupon at any local Farm Supply location and 

redeem at the CMSF box office through July 15. 

FAIR FAMILY PACKS: $30 includes 2 adult and 2 kids admission, 4 Domino’s Pizza slices and 

4 waters - coupons at Domino’s Pizza and on-line at www.MidStateFair.com. Available for purchase 

at Administration Gates ONLY. 

CARNIVAL, COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS, CONCESSIONS AND VENDORS: 12 p.m. - 12 a.m. 

each day of the Fair. 

CARNIVAL RIDE WRISTBANDS: REGULAR: $30/day (M-TH), $35/day (F-SU) available in the 

Carnival Area. DISCOUNT-CMSF: $23/day if purchased in advance from the CMSF box office 

through July 15, 6 p.m. DISCOUNT-Albertsons: $23.25/day if purchased in advance from any 

local Albertsons through July 15 (Midnight). 

PARKING: BEFORE 3 p.m.: $10/day and AFTER 3 p.m.: $15/day 

LOCAL SHUTTLES 

The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to once again offer its patrons the opportunity to park 

off-site for free and then catch a free ride to the Fair! Look for the American Star Trailways buses...operating 

daily from Noon-Midnight. Make sure you park your vehicle in a designated location ONLY, 

and then hop on the free shuttle. See you at the Fair! 

The following schedule is subject to change. Times are approximate and should only be 

used as guidelines. Depending on the crowd size, pick up and drop off times could vary by 

up to 30 minutes. Please allow for ample time to get to the Fair, purchase admission tickets 

and gain admission to the Fair. Concert tickets do not include admission to the Fair. Please 

make sure you ONLY park in designated areas at each shuttle location, as failure to do so 

may result in your automobile being towed at your expense. 

WESTSIDE STOPS (shuttles run every 10-15 minutes) • Smart & Final @ 22nd/Spring • 

State Farm @ 20th/Spring • Citibank @ 16th/Spring • Bank of America @ 15th/Spring • City Hall 

@ 10th/Spring • Courtyard by Marriott parking lot” @ 120 South Vine 

EASTSIDE STOPS (shuttles run every 15-30 minutes) • Paso Robles High School @ City Bus 

Stop • Albertsons Parking Lot @ City Bus Stop • Lowe’s Hardware” @ Main Parking Lot 

GOLF TOURNAMENT 

The 17th annual 4-H & FFA Golf Classic takes place on Sunday, July 13 at the Paso Robles Golf 

Club. Net proceeds from the event will go toward scholarships for our local 4-H & FFA livestock 

exhibitors. Entry fee of $125 per person includes greens fee, cart fee, warm-up bucket of balls, 

gift bag, official tournament hat, lunch, plus snack and beverages (no host bar). Tournament 

check-in and warm-up begin at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The format is a 4-person 

scramble. Non-metal spikes are required. All entrants must be pre-paid. 

CATTLE DRIVE 

Wednesday, July 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Don’t miss the annual 

Cattle Drive to kick off the 2014 Fair! Leaving Borjon Auto Center 

around 10 a.m. heading down Union Road to 13th Street, then up 

to Riverside Ave., and arriving at South Gate around 11:30 a.m. 

CELEBRATION DAY 

Honoring City’s 125th and State Park’s 150th Anniversaries. Pancake Breakfast: The annual 

CMSF pancake breakfast is prepared by members of the Grange, and will take place on July 24 

from 7:30-10:30 a.m. in the Paso Robles Downtown Park. Tickets will be available for FREE from 

Main Street merchants the week before the breakfast. See you there! 

Theme DAYs 

Thursday, July 17 - Cattlemen & Farmers’ Day 

8:30 a.m. - Cow Dog Trials 

@ Equestrian Center 

9 a.m. - Commercial Cattle Pens Judging 

11:30 a.m. - BBQ Lunch 

12:45 p.m. - Presentation of “Agriculture 

in the Classroom” & Winners of JB Dewar 

1 p.m. - Ranch Horse Class 

@ Equestrian Center 

2:30 p.m. - Industrial Arts Auction 

@ Livestock Pavilion 

4 p.m. - Social Hour 

5 p.m. - BBQ Dinner 

Tractor Restoration 

6:30 p.m. - Presentation of Awards 

Monday, July 22 - Kid’s Day: Kids aged 12 and under get in FREE 

Diaper Derby - 2 p.m. in the Main Quad. The Diaper Derby features babies who have yet to 

master the art of walking...“crawling only” allowed to enter! 

Tractor Races - 2 p.m. in the Main Quad. Tractor Races feature any fun loving, crazy driving, fast 

peddling child who can reach the tractor pedals...ages 3-8 please. Sign-ups start around 1:45 p.m.! 

Tuesday, July 22 - Senior’s Day: All those 62 years of age and older receive daily admission 

for only $5! 

Saturday, July 26 - Armed Forces Day: Members of the Armed Forces with a valid military ID 

get in for FREE! 

Wednesday, July 16 - Sunday, July 27 - Mutton Bustin’: @ 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 

7:30 p.m. Boys and girls, six years old and younger, weighing less than 60 lbs, try to ride a 

sheep for a full six seconds. Every child takes home temporary tattoos and a participation ribbon. 

World Championship Mutton Bustin’ will be located on the south end of the PREC. 


EnterTAinment 

Chumash GrandsTAnd Arena 

As of press time, with the exception of a few “opening acts,” the bookings for 

the Chumash Grandstand Arena have been set. The line-up includes: 

Wednesday, July 16, 7:30 p.m. 

An Evening with Zac Brown Band 

Thursday, July 17, 7:30 p.m. 

Kid Rock with special guest (TBA) 

Friday, July 18, 7:30 p.m. 

Lifehouse with special guest Hot Chelle Rae 

Saturday, July 19, 7:30 p.m. 

An Evening with The Fab Four 

(free with paid Fair admission) 

Sunday, July 20, 7:30 p.m. 

Demi Lovato with special guest MKTO 

Monday, July 21, 7:30 p.m. 

Florida Georgia Line with special guest (TBA) 

Tuesday, July 22, 7:30 p.m. 

Lady Antebellum with special guest Jana Kramer 

Bud Light and Cantinas FRONTIER STAGE 

Free with paid Fair admission 

Wednesday, July 16 

Starship with Mickey Thomas 

Thursday, July 17 - Elvin Bishop 

Friday, July 18 - High Voltage (AC/DC tribute) 

Saturday, July 19 - Wild The Coyote 

Sunday, July 20 - Banda Machos 

Monday, July 21 - Reckless Kelly 

Tuesday, July 22 - Crystal Gayle 

Local Dance Clubs, all shows at 5:30 p.m. 

Thursday, July 17 - Class Act Dance 

Friday, July 18 - PR Youth Arts Foundation 

Saturday, July 19 - Artistry in Motion 

Sunday, July 20 - Academy of Dance 

Monday, July 21 - Cantinas Dance Project 

Tuesday, July 22 

Studio @ Ryan’s American Dance 

Wednesday, July 23, 6:45 p.m. 

Journey & Steve Miller Band 

with special guest Tower of Power 

Thursday, July 24, 7:30 p.m. 

Train with special guest The Wallflowers 

Friday, July 25, 7 p.m. 

An Evening of Music & Wine 

featuring The Doobie Brothers 

with special guest (TBA) 

Saturday, July 26, 7 p.m. 

Country Rodeo Finals 

Sunday, July 27, 7 p.m. 

Monster Trucks 

Tickets are on sale now. For more information,check 

out www.midstatefair.com 

Wednesday, July 23 

Cantinas Night of Faith 

presenting Mercy Me 

Thursday, July 24 

Blood Sweat & Tears w/Bo Bice 

Friday, July 25 - Kristian Bush 

Saturday, July 26 - Los Lonely Boys 

Sunday, July 27 - Fito Olivares 

MISSION SQUARE 

Studios on the Park presents I Madonnari every day-art on ground chalk drawings. Listed below, 

two shows nightly at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. All shows are FREE with your paid admission to the Fair! 

Wednesday, July 16 Sunday, July 20 

Saturday, July 26 

Urban 805 

Code Blues 

Matt Campbell 

Thursday, July 17 

Mon., Tues., Wed., July 21, Sunday, July 27 

Karen Sweeney 

22, 23 - Live Band Karaoke Jan and Ted 

Friday and Saturday, Thursday and Friday, 

July 18 & 19 - El Desayuno July 24 & 25 - Moonshiner 

Albertsons/COCA-Cola HEADLINER STAGE ACTIVITIES 

All shows are FREE with your paid admission to the Fair! 

Cutest Show On Earth: Wednesday, July 16 to Sunday, July 27 at 12 noon, 2 and 

4 p.m. Let your child shine onstage along with professional performers in The Cutest Show 

on Earth—The Wild West Show! The show stars Wild Jill Hiccup along with Sharp Shootin’ Kid 

Shilleen, Fancy Dancers, Miss Mary McDonald with her Lively Livestock Band and evil Railroad 

Roland. The Cutest Show on Earth strengthens children’s imagination and creativity while bolstering 

self-esteem. Come by and watch everyday on the Albertsons/Coca-Cola Headliner Stage. 

Albertsons Talent Show: July 16, 5 p.m. Don’t miss out on all the fun 

Wednesday, July 23 - Main Street Dance 

Thursday, July 24 - Performance Athletics 

Friday, July 25 

The Studio of Performing Arts 

Saturday, July 26 

Motion Academy of Dance 

Sunday, July 27 

Coastal Dance/Music Academy 

KJUG Barn Dance: Wednesday, July 26 to Sunday, July 27 at 8:30 p.m. 

Camp Fire: Thursday, July 17 to Sunday July 27 at 7 p.m. 

A-Town Park Demo: They will be demonstrating BMX, scooter and 

skateboard tricks. Saturday, Sunday & Monday July 19, 20 & 21 and Saturday 

and Sunday July 26 and 27 at 1 and 3 p.m. 

Check out A-Town Park! Come out to Mulbeary Park and listen to the 

swingin’ melodies of the Yosemite Jazz Band! All shows are FREE with your 

paid admission to the Fair! Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20 at 12 noon-6 p.m. 

Miss CMSF PAGEAnt on July 15 th 

The 2014 Miss California Mid-State Fair will be crowned on Tuesday, July 15. The pageant takes 

place at the Frontier Stage starting at 6:30 p.m., admission is free! The contestants include: 

Summer Botts is 17 years old 

and a Senior at Paso Robles 

High School. She is involved in 

PRHS International Club, Leadership, 

4-H and Paso Robles Girls 

Softball League, the Jr. Giants. Her platform 

is titled “Youth Sports.” Summer plans to 

have an informational booth on organized 

sports offered. And “hands on” with sports 

equipment. 

Denise Carigo is 20 years old 

and attends Cuesta College. She is 

involved with the SLO Co. 4-H, Girl 

Scouts, Atascadero Youth Football 

League, Atascadero FFA Alumni, 

and a member of the American 

Breeders Assn. Her platform is titled “Wellness 

Kitchen Expansion.” Denise wants to bring 

awareness to the community of the Wellness 

Kitchen and what they can do to help patients 

and their families facing an acute illness. 

Devin Corea is 17 years old and 

a graduate of Paso Robles High 

School. She have been involved 

with PRHS cross country team, 

track and field, water polo and 

soccer, the high school Journalism class, 

leadership, international Club, and Crimson 

Crew. Her platform title is “4-H Healthy 

Living.” Devin will have an informational 

booth to bring awareness to the program 

provided through 4-H to teach youth about 

healthy lifestyle. 

Dianna Dawson is 18 years old 

and attends Cuesta College. She 

is involved with the Templeton 

FFA, National Hillclimb Association, 

Junior Fair board, Templeton 

High School Varsity cheerleading, and 

schools cite council. Her platform is titled 

“MOTO – vation.” 

Sarah Groves is 19 years old and 

attends Cuesta College. She is 

involved with the ANAD (National 

Association of Anorexia Nervosa 

and Associated Disorders). Some 

of the awards Sarah has received are Best 

of Show and several first place for computer 

drafting. Her platform title is “It’s Not What 

You Wear.” Sarah will have an informational 

booth on how to protect and prevent 

sexual assaults. 

Laura Henderson is 18 years old 

and a graduate of Paso Robles 

High School. Her achievements 

are PRHS cheerleading stunt 

captain and has been on the 

honor roll. Her platform titled “Dance: 

A movement toward a better health.” Laura 

plans to implement a fitness class along 

with an informational booth on fitness 

and health. 

Taylor Mae Lindquist is 18 years 

old and attends Cal Poly San 

Luis Obispo. She is involved with 

American Dairy Goats Assn., San 

Luis Obispo County farm Bureau, 

California Mid State Fair Junior Fair Board, 

and Templeton FFA. Her platform titled “FFA? 

Get Agucated!” Taylor plans to educate the 

community on what FFA is all about. With 

help from FFA advisors she would like to 

showcase FFA at local farmers markets along 

with an educational booth at the Fair. 

Amanda Oliver is 18 years old 

and a graduate of Paso Robles 

High School. She is involved in year 

round club swimming, has been 

on the varsity swim team, active 

in the band and was senior drum major. Her 

platform is “Adoption of Animals with Woods 

Humane Society.”Amanda wants to inform 

people about pet adoption, micro chipping, 

and spay and neutering their animals. 

Lauren Rodrigues is 20 years old 

and attends California State University, 

Fresno. She is involved with 

Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, Cal 

State Fresno women’s club water 

polo. Her platform is titled “CASA - Court Appointed 

Special Advocate.”Lauren plans to 

have a booth where adults can receive information 

about the organization. 

Rebecca Sligh is18 years old and a 

graduate of Templeton High School. 

She is involved with Templeton’s 

Women in Business, Templeton 

FFA, and Main Street Dance Co. Her 

platform is titled “Depression Isn’t The Way.” 

Rebecca plans to have an informational booth 

and to partner with Transitions Mental Health 

to have information and resources for teens and 

young adults who struggle with depression. 

Shasta Wright is 18 years old and 

a Senior at Paso Robles High School. 

Her achievements are Honor Roll, 

Principal’s Honor Roll and her team 

placed second in parade. Her platform 

is titled Music Together. Shasta plans to inform 

people about “Music Education” and how 

it helps with children’s abilities in learning other 

subjects. She will have a booth where children 

and adults can play different instruments. 

Zoe Zepp is 18 years old and will be 

a freshman at Cal State University at 

Monterey Bay. She has been involved 

with Girl Scouts, NCA Swim 

team, USA water polo, 4-H and 

PRHS International Club. Zoe wants to get the 

community involved with the “Cayucos Pier 

Project.” She is planning on a booth during 

the fair to inform citizens about the plight 

of the Cayucos Pier and help support the 

restoration of this historic treasure. 

Central Coast Wine Competition - Estrella Hall (aka 

Commercial Building #2) The 12th Annual Central Coast 

Wine Competition returns to answer the daring question, 

“who’s got the best wine on the central coast?” The competition 

features over 600 types of wines from more than 150 

wineries, all in competition for the prestigious “Best Of” title. 

Please see FAIR ENTERTAINMENT page 18 


Family, Farming, Fair 

The Lahargou Family 

By Judy Bedell 

John and Kim Lahargou, and their sons Eric and 

Michael, are all about family, farming and the Fair. 

They have competed, volunteered, worked and 

enjoyed the California Mid-State Fair for many, 

many years. Their summer plans revolve around 

the dates of the Fair and Eric and Michael spend 

time every day starting in spring working with 

their market hogs which they will enter in the 

Junior Livestock Show. They are also all about 

family, helping to keep the multi-generation 

farming enterprises going and spending time 

together while working. 

The California Mid-State Fair has provided a lot 

of great memories for this family. John’s parents, 

Pierre and Emalyce Lahargou, started taking their 

children to the Fair and now enjoy the chance to 

watch their grandchildren compete. 

A favorite Lahargou family Fair memory is winning 

tickets for the whole family to see the Clint 

Black/LeAnn Rimes concert. 

Michael and Eric with their 2014 California 

Mid-State Fair Market Hogs 

“We were walking by and they asked if we knew 

when the concert was,” explained Michael, “and 

mom knew who was playing at the grandstand so 

we won the tickets.” 

“We were so tired from showing and being at 

the Fair but we just had to go to the concert. It was 

really fun,” added Eric. 

And one of Eric’s most memorable Fair moments 

is also a piece of good advice, “If you get 

lost, meet at the waterfall.” 

“I remember walking around with my mom 

and grandma and they were right behind me 

but then I looked around like two times I couldn’t 

find them, but I remembered my mom said to go 

to the waterfall if you get lost so I did.” 

“I think he was about seven,” said Kim,“ and 

we had set that up as our meeting point if anyone 

got lost. I think a lot of people use Maynard’s 

Mountain and the waterfall for meeting up.” 

Eric and Michael agreed that their fondest Fair 

memory from when they were little was having 

grandma take them to the carnival rides at the Fair. 

The Zoo to You shows and Petting Zoos were also 

great memories for the Lahargou brothers. 

“And the pig races were fun where they 

gave them Oreos at the end,” added Michael. 

Now both boys agreed Jimmy’s is the place 

to be at the Fair and hanging out with their 

friends after long days of caring for and showing 

their livestock. 

Eric’s favorite memory from showing hogs was 

making the final drive, top showmen only, during 

showmanship. 

“And last year, my brother got first in his class 

and I got second. We were in the same class 

and our hogs weighed exactly the same weight,” 

Eric added. 

* * * 

Both boys have shown rabbits and hogs through 

Templeton 4-H and Eric was also very active in 

Templeton FFA receiving his Greenhand, Chapter, 

State and American Degrees, He was also recently 

recognized as a Regional winner and State Finalist 

for Diversified Crop Production Entrepreneurship 

for his farming of watermelon and forage hay. 

He also raises and sells chickens and eggs when 

not busy studying at Cal Poly where he is majoring 

in Agri-Business. 

Little brother Michael also stays busy helping 

with the family farming operation. He also competes 

in both club and high school volleyball as 

well as playing soccer for Templeton High School. 

He is about to start his senior year and is looking 

to pursue a career in Computer Engineering. 

Showing at the California Mid-State Fair started 

with mom and dad. Kim showed horses in western 

Pleasure and English and exhibited market 

sheep. As a proud member of Paso Robles FFA she 

showed all four years of high school at both the Salinas 

Valley Fair and the California Mid-State Fair. 

John hailed from the El Paso de Robles 4-H 

Club and showed sheep for three years at the Fair. 

He quickly moved from showman to employee 

starting work at the California Mid-State Fair when 

he was 14 years old. 

“I painted the first year, and then planted marigolds,” 

recalls John. 

John worked his way up from maintenance to 

the livestock department and probably can tell 

you where every pipe, plug and drain is in the 

Livestock area. He has probably repaired them 

all too. He also worked with the Horseshow 

Department for four or five year and continues 

volunteering today. 

* * * 

During summers of her college years, Kim 

was one of the “Fair Office Ladies,” working in 

the Livestock Office. She has continued to help 

out ever since. And although she and John both 

graduated from Paso Robles High School, worked 

and showed at the California Mid-State Fair at 

the same time and attended West Hills College, 

they were not a couple until long after. 

The Lahargou family…boys Michael, up top, 

and Eric, with John and Kim. 

“We were very good friends. I would always 

try to set him up with girls and he would always 

try to set me up with guys. We were always kind 

of protecting each other, looking out for each 

other, really just wanting the best for each other,” 

explained Kim. 

“Then one time he asked me if I wanted to 

take country dance lessons and I thought, well 

that kind of sounds like fun, and that is when 

we started dating,” recalls Kim. “I think he knew 

what he was doing,” 

John just smiles and has nothing to add to 

the story. 

Now both boys agree Jimmy’s is the place to 

be at the Fair and hanging out with their friends 

and doing a little dancing after long days of 

caring for and showing their livestock. Who knows 

who they might meet there? 

Please see LAHARGOU FAMILY page 20 

The Mid State Fair Office Girls, circa 1980’s, from left, 

Nola Twisselman, JoAnn Switzer, Kim Lahargou, 

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HOME BREWING - Estrella Hall (aka Commercial 

Building #2), every day of the Fair, 

Noon-Midnight. The RESULTS are in for the 

2013 Home Brewing competition... congratulations 

to all who entered! 

FINE ARTS - Ag/Hort Pavilion, every day of 

the Fair, noon to midnight. Check out the 

local art ranging from drawings to paintings 

on display. 

AG EXHIBITS - Ag/Hort Pavilion - every 

day of the Fair, noon to midnight. Check 

out out a wide range of Ag Exhibits all on 

display 

FLOWERS - Floriculture Building - every 

day of the Fair, noon to midnight. Check 

out award-winning flowers from your 

neighbors, and don’t miss the days when 

fresh flowers get displayed: July 16, July 

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HOME ARTS - Home Arts Building - every 

day of Fair, noon to midnight. Check out 

the clothing & textiles as well as the baked 

goods, confections, and preserved foods all 

on display. 

INDUSTRIAL ARTS - Industrial Arts Building 

- every day of the Fair, noon to midnight. 

Check out the specialty industrial 

items fabricated from local San Luis Obispo 

County High School students on display. 

LANDSCAPES - Floriculture Building - every 

day of the Fair, noon to midnight -Check out 

the garden exhibits from local businesses 

and organizations on display outside of the 

Floriculture and Ag/Hort Buildings. 

PHOTOGRAPHY - Ag/Hort Pavilion - every 

day of the Fair, noon to midnight - Check 

out the still images captured from a range 

of photographers, from amateurs to professionals, 

all on display. 

PRODUCE - Ag/Hort Pavilion - every day of 

the Fair, noon to midnight - Check out the 

locally grown produce on display. 

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- Come visit the display during “Tractor 

Hour” each day of the 2014 Fair from 2 to 3 

p.m. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the 

contestants during an informal Q&A session. 

LIVESTOCK SHOWS Livestock Pavilion 

Wednesday, July 16, 9 a.m. 

Poultry Show 

Thursday, July 17, 9 a.m. 

Cattle Pens Judging 

Friday, July 18, 9 a.m. - Rabbit Show 

Saturday, July 19, 1 p.m. - Dog Show 

Sunday, July 20, 6 p.m. 

Farm Supply Jr. Livestock Quiz Jam 

Monday, July 21, 9 a.m. 

Dairy Goat Show and 

12 noon - Breeding Sheep Show and 

6 p.m. Ladies and Lads Lead Competition 

Tuesday, July 22, 8 a.m. 

Market Hog Show 

and Market Lamb Show 

and Meat Goat Show 

EQUESTRIAN SHOWS Equestrian Center 


4-H and FFA Horse Show 

Thursday, July 17, 8:30 a.m. 

Cow Dog Trials 

and 1 p.m. - Ranch Horse Class 

Friday, July 18, 8 a.m. 

Cutting Horse Show 

Saturday, July 19, 8 a.m. 

Cutting Horse Show 

Sunday, July 20, 10 a.m. 

Sheep Dog Trials and Draft Horse Show 

Monday, July 21, 9 a.m. 

Open House Show 


Breeding Beef Show and Market Steer Show 

1:30 p.m. - Dairy Cattle Show 

5 p.m. - Replacement Heifer Show 


Hog Showmanship and Meat Goat 

Showmanship and Sheep Showmanship 


Beef Showmanship and 

6 p.m. - Replacement Heifer Sale 


Junior Livestock Auction 

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Round Robin Showmanship, 

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1 p.m. - Livestock Judging Contest 

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LAHARGOU FAMILY from page 18 

Farming is another big part of the lives of the 

Larhargou family members. And in today’s economy 

and changing times, diversification is the way 

to keep the family business going. 

“In farming you have to change with the times. 

Adjust to the resources you have available and be 

open to change,” explained Kim. 

Kim was asked to help with the flowers for 

her boss’s wedding back when she worked at 

Wells Fargo Bank. She loved doing it and did 

such a great job that friends started asking her 

to do the flowers for their weddings and special 

events. 

“When we sold Quiznos a while back I knew 

what I really wanted to do. So I went back to 

school at the Floral Design Institute and then 

started “Flowers by Kim” right here on the ranch,” 

said Kim. 

“Flowers by Kim” is now a three part business 

specializing in fresh flower arrangements for 

events, draping and styling and living plant rentals. 

Their business is thriving and they cover the 

Santa Barbara to Carmel area with up to 80% of 

their business from out of this area. Many times 

an out of the area bride is planning a wedding 

in the area and Kim is the go to gal to supply the 

flowers and plants. 

The family is also known for their heirloom, 

GMO-free, dry land farmed, delicious and juicy 

watermelons. 

“The first year we grew them it was pretty much 

Kim and her girls in the Flowers by Kim floral shop on the ranch. 

just for us. We had neighbors that grew them and 

thought why not try it,” explained John. 

Now it is a seasonal family business that takes 

them to sometimes 13 farmers markets a week. 

“We first started selling them out at the airport 

at Marguerite Nunn’s restaurant, and then people 

kept wanting more and more so we started planting 

more and more,” added John. 

And keeping to the diversification theme, they 

also have a ranch-stay vacation home, the Haymaker 

Inn, on their property for people visiting the 

area that want the comforts and privacy of a private 

home versus a motel or hotel. The 4 bedroom, 2 

bath home is located adjacent to the forage hay 

field and offers a peaceful country setting for visitors 

from out of town. They are located just five 

Michael and Eric as youngsters in 4-H. 

minutes from the Paso Robles Event Center and in 

the heart of east-side wine country so the vacation 

rental is proving to be a great option for visitors 

to our area. 

So as you can see this is one busy, happy and 

successful family who loves the California Mid- 

State Fair and continues to make it a big part of 

their lives. 

* * * 

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Airgas Industrial Arts Auction 

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Head over to the Livestock Pavilion on Thursday, 

July 17th at 2 p.m. for the 2014 Airgas Industrial 

Arts Auction held at the California 

Mid-State Fair. This unique 

event showcases the talents 

of local youth enrolled in high 

school Industrial Arts programs. 

There is something for everyone 

and if you are in the market 

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in San Luis Obispo County project, 

this is the place to be. 

In addition to the traditional 

barbecues and picnic tables, the 

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Handcrafted home decor, yard art, barbecues, 

picnic tables and more can be found 

at the Airgas Industrial Arts Auction. Here 

Austyn Ramos waits for bids on his table. 

Blake Wallis of Airgas continues to be pleased 

with the creativity and craftsmanship he sees in 

the entries. 

“I see the projects getting 

more and more creative. 

I like to see the kids thinking 

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just about barbecues and tables. 

When I look around before 

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to the students about their 

projects and the techniques 

and materials they used 

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what this auction is all about,” 

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actual building of the piece. 

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you see a project you want to bid on, simply register 

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4-H, FFA, and the Junior Livestock AUCTion 


Months of hard work will pay off for local 

4-H and FFA members when they present 

their market animal projects at this year’s 

Junior Livestock Auction at the California 

Mid-State Fair. 

The auction will be held on 

Saturday, July 26th and whether 

you are looking to fill the freezer 

or you would just like to support 

the youth of our community, it is 

an event you won’t want to miss. 

The auction gets started at 8 

a.m., but you will want to arrive 

early to obtain a buyer’s number. 

It is usually standing room only as 

youngsters lead their project animals 

to the ring in hopes of bringing home 

enough money to pay the bills, buy another 

animal for next year, and, usually, put aside 

the rest for college. 

The local auctioneers from Templeton 

Livestock Market donate their services and 

provide plenty of entertainment as they help 

each exhibitor gain top dollar for their projects. 

The last two years have been especially 

rewarding as the total monies exceeded a 

million dollars from the sale of market animals 

even with the tough economy. 

The bidding process is simple and there 

are plenty of people to help you out if you 

The Livestock Pavillion is the place to be 

on Saturday, July 26th as local 4-H and 

FFA members sell their livestock projects. 

Pictured here the 2013 Supreme 

Champion steer is sold by Calvin Levisay. 

are new to the auction process. Beef, lambs, 

pigs, and goats are all sold by the pound and 

the electronic boards make it easy to calculate 

what the total cost of the animal will be. 

If you make arrangements ahead of time at 

the Livestock office they can help you out with 

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wrap your purchase. Then, a few weeks later 

you can enjoy some of the best meat you will 

ever have and know you have helped a future 

farmer or rancher in the process. 

Monies spent purchasing animals in the 

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Sara Bourgault is all smiles as the 

bids roll in for her 2013 Market Lamb 

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There is a delicious barbecue for all of 

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Suze Evenson is 2014 

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By Heather Young 

If you or your children entered any 

animals in the California Mid-State Fair, 

chances are that Suze Evenson has handled 

that paperwork. She starts volunteering 

in late May/early June, starting with 

the 60-day paper that comes in with paperwork 

on the animal and front, back and 

side views. She affixes the photos to the 

back of the paperwork and then organizes 

them alphabetically by 4-H or FFA club. 

“I start pestering Jo Ann [Switzer] 

about May 1, ‘Call me. Call me. Call me,’” 

Evenson said. 

Because of all the work Evenson does 

for the fair, Switzer nominated her for the 

honor of being the 2014 Volunteer of the 

Year, and she was selected. 

“Suze starts volunteering when the 

livestock paperwork comes in, in late 

May or early June,” Switzer wrote in the 

nomination letter for Evenson. “She 

drives about 15 miles one way to come 

in almost every day to sort papers and put 

pictures on the back of the forms. With 

about 1,000 entries this is lots of work.” 

Evenson, on the other hand, said it 

only takes her a few days to put all the 

paperwork together. 

Switzer continues, saying that Evenson 

also makes labels at home for the papers 

and entry forms. 

“Then [she] puts all 2,500 names individually 

on one pass at a time, laminates 

them and puts them into club groups 

that go into packets,” Switzer wrote. “She 

comes almost daily during the fair to help, 

[such as] judged Ladies Lead, handed out 

ribbons in market classes, help clerk the 

chicken show, keeps track of the Junior 

Livestock Auction by writing all the prices 

down. Plus, in her spare time she always 

makes some cute decorations for the office.” 

This year, she started working on paperwork 

in mid June and will continue 

helping out through the fair. 

“It’s the highlight of my year,” she said. 

One thing that she really enjoys through 

her volunteer work is seeing students that 

went to Pleasant Valley School or friends 

of her sons all grown up. 

Evenson said she got 

into volunteering six years 

ago, putting names on the 

passes after Switzer asked 

her if she wanted to help out. She has 

known Switzer for years and from her 

14 years as secretary at Pleasant Valley 

School, she was familiar with doing paperwork. 

After the fair starts, she continues volunteering 

by handing out ribbons, assisting 

judges and whatever needs to be 

done in the livestock office. 

Now retired, she continues to volunteer 

and works in the 10 acres of cabernet 

grapes she and her husband, Dale, grow 

and sell. 

Her sons, Ahrean, 27, and Casey, 25, 

both live locally with their wives. Ahrean’s 

wife, Catherine, is a 4-H leader and the director 

of Preschool of the Arts in Atascadero. 

They are expecting their first child this year, 

Evenson said enthusiastically. Casey’s wife, 

Mandy, works at her family’s business, Jack 

Creek Farms off Highway 46 West. Both of 

Evenson’s sons work in construction. 

Evenson moved to the area in 1986 

from Ojai. 

“I have a friend that lives in Atascadero 

and I wanted to move,” Evenson said. 

“My friend said, ‘Why don’t you move up 

here?’ So I did and I met Dale and the rest 

is history.” 

The couple lives on the property east 

of San Miguel that Dale has owned since 

the ‘70s, with Ahrean’s family building a 

home there now. 

Dale works at Farm Supply and is the 

president of the Cattlemen’s Association. 

In addition to growing grapes, they also 

raise cattle for beef. Evenson said they 

take five or so cows to the stockyard at a 

time to sell. 

Congratulate Evenson by stopping by 

the livestock office during the fair. 

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Meet Our Illustrious Resident: 

Ignacy Paderewski 

International Statesman, 

World-renowned Virtuoso, 

And the Most Famous Roblan 

Of All Time. 

In 1919, Paderewski was an international star, Prime Minister of 

Poland, and a gentleman farmer in Paso Robles when he negotiated 

freedom for his homeland after WWI at the Treaty of Versailles. 

e was the Elvis of his time, and far, far more: 

He was a mesmerizing musician superstar, changed by 

war into a freedom fighter, who emerged an international hero, 

advisor of Presidents, and once again superstar at Carnegie Hall. 

This was Ignacy Jan Paderewski, virtuoso pianist and composer, 

champion of war-ravaged Poland, world statesman, and 

international philanthropist. World leaders, war-weary soldiers, 

and lovelorn fans alike revered Paderewski. He often traveled 

to his sold-out performances by train, the precursor to the 

modern tour bus. 

Away from the spotlights, Paso Roblans knew Paderewski 

for his quieter vocation – gentleman farmer. 

His connection with Paso Robles began in 1913 when an 

Oregon concert tour was halted due to a painful bout of neuritis 

in his arm and hands. In San Francisco, Paderewski took 

the advice of a friend and fellow musician, Sir Henry Heyman, 

who recommended hot mineral baths at a magnificent health 

spa in California, the Hotel El Paso de Robles. 

There, the hotel’s manager, resident physician, and realtor, 

Dr. Frank W. Sawyer, prodded Paderewski to purchase 

Adelaida area ranchland. Paderewski reportedly confessed: 

“His (Sawyer’s) attacks upon me took place when I was in 

the baths, in mud up to my neck! I must add in justice, 

however, that I was probably quite a willing victim, for I 

really loved the place and was very grateful besides.” 

For the musician and intellectual, Paso Robles was a restorative 

oasis to the rigors of composing, touring and politics. At 

Rancho San Ignacio, Paderewski planted hundreds of almond, 

For many years Paderewski and his wife Helena kept a suite of 

rooms at the Hotel El Paso de Robles while he looked after his farm. 


Paso Robles 

Celebrates 125 Years 

walnut and plum trees, Zinfandel and and 

Beclan grapes on a sloping 2,300-acre spread 

bought from Harriet Winteroll. He bought 

a 320-acre parcel fronting Adelaida Road, 

called Rancho Santa Helena, plus another 

80-acre property to access Merritt Springs 

for leisurely picnics. 

To better establish his California home, 

Paderewski summoned UC Professor Frederick 

Bioletti to cultivate approximately 200 

Zinfandel and petite Syrah grapes and ranch 

manager William “Daddy” Hemphill to develop 

his almond orchards. With help from 

farm manager Jan “Gunnyscak” Gnieziak, 

Paderewski’s Zinfandel harvest would earn 

gold at the California State Fair, a win that 

solidified Paso Robles’ importance on the 

viticulture map. 

The pianist leveraged his celebrity to 

revise history, and Paderewski was hailed as 

“singularly responsible for Poland becoming 

a nation after World War I.” His yearlong 

assignment as Prime Minister in 1919 and 

his diplomatic skill in the drafting of the Treaty of Versailles 

effectively restored his homeland as a sovereign nation. 

Paderewski returned to the stage in 1922, enjoying resounding 

success at Carnegie Hall. In the early 1920s, dressed in 

turn-of-the-century-styled white vest and pinstriped trousers, 

Paderewski continued to enjoy walks through the Ranchos. He 

would find time to relax, attend silent picture shows at T&D 

Theatre with wife Helena, often smuggling in their small dog, 

Ping. Meanwhile, Paderewski continued to keep limber, using 

a practice piano in his room at Hotel El Paso de Robles. 

Queen Victoria and George V of England both admired 

Paderewski’s compositions. An avid pianist, President Harry 

Truman studied him, while President Hoover directed critical 

resources into war-torn Poland because Paderewski had once 

befriended him. Renowned concert pianist Vladimir 

Horowitz displayed Paderewski’s signed photo on his wall, 

and universities worldwide lauded his political achievements 

with honorary degrees. 

The gentleman farmer in his Paso 

Robles orchard, 1921. 

(Private collection photograph; 

used by permission.) 

By Melissa Chavez 

Time Magazine featured the charismatic 

patriot on its cover in 1928, and again in 

1939, the year Adolph Hitler stole Kraków, 

Poland, on behalf of the Nazi regime. 

Through two world wars, Paderewski 

countered destruction by subsidizing 

Polish relief charities with concert proceeds. 

While in New Jersey campaigning 

against Hitler’s invasion of Europe in 

1941, Paderewski developed a chill 

following speaking engagement. 

Fighting pneumonia, he died in New 

York two weeks later at age 80. His 

body was buried in Arlington Cemetery. 

Fifty years later, former President 

George Bush attended his reinterment 

in Poland. 

For a lifetime of achievement in music, 

democracy, and philanthropy, Ignacy Jan 

Paderewski is remembered and celebrated 

in Paso Robles to this day, at the city’s 

annual Paderewski Festival. 

The Vineyard Virtuoso 

Ignacy Paderewski fell in love with the rolling, 

rocky hills that reminded him of his Polish 

homeland. On the west side of town, he 

planted Zinfandel vines that earned gold at 

the California State Fair, and he took those 

prized grapes to the VITICULTURAL 

VIRTUOSO in his own neighborhood, 

on York Mountain Road. 

There, the first winery on the 

Central Coast, established in 1882 

by trailblazing vintner Andrew Jackson 

York, fermented and crafted the 

PIANO VIRTUOSO’s grapes into 

award-winning wine. The two virtuosos 

are performing together again 

– turn the page to learn more. 

photo by Melissa Chavez 


The gold nugget of California joined 

the union of the United States in 1850. 

It beckoned young Andrew York, born in 

Indiana in 1835, and he rode west when 

he attained manhood in the early 1850s. 

Andrew Jackson York settled in Napa, 

marrying and establishing a farm and 

a family with his wife, Elizabeth. They 

grew into a family with five children, 

then moved back to the Midwest. 

In Missouri, Andrew lost Elizabeth 

in a tragic house fire. He took his family 

and again turned westward — looking 

first at Napa, then at San Luis Obispo 

County. He found a partner in Huldah 

Priest, a widow and mother of two. 

They married in September 1876 and 

had two children together. 

Andrew found a place to begin 12 

miles west of Templeton: a 120-acre 

homestead granted by President 

Ulysses S. Grant to Jacob B. Grandstaff 

for his service in the Civil War. Grandstaff 

had planted a small vineyard and 

built a winemaking facility of stone. 

Andrew York bought it in March 

1882, expanded the vineyard, and 

built a substantial winery of bricks 

handmade on the property. Andrew 

named his new establishment the 

Ascension Winery. 

Soon, a spacious new farmhouse 

overlooked the winery across the road. 

Andrew saw a new century begin as 

he welcomed his sons Walter and Silas 

into the business, incorporated in 

1900 as A. York and Sons. After his 

death in 1913, Walter and Silas 

continued the family business under 

the name York Brothers. 

A tragic ending 

drove Andrew York 

west to the end of 

the continent, 

to these hills, where 

he saw the 

future and found 

a beginning. 

At the York winery a century ago, the town’s Virtuoso of Piano and Maestro 

of Vino made gold-medal wine. This century re-creates that historic blend of 

Ignacy Paderewski and Andrew Jackson York, under the direction of Epoch 

Estate Wines. Salute the Paderewski Vineyard on Peachy Canyon Road 

and the tasting room at 7505 York Mountain Rd. 

Photo courtesy Epoch Estate Wines 

Andrew York’s winery lived for 

almost a century, tended by generations 

of Yorks. When the last York 

proprietor sold it in 1970, the new 

York Mountain Winery was named 

for a road, not a family. 

But Andrew York’s legacy lives on. 

His pioneer winery — the first of its 

kind in this territory — still serves a 

vintner on York Mountain Road. 

Jenna Rovenstine 


Paso Robles Celebrates 

125 Years 

Compiled by Chris Weygandt Alba 

Two Pioneer Day Marshals and lifetime friends, Ray Pesenti Sr. (2009) and 

Art Von Dollen (2011), went home to heaven together in May, two days apart. 

Our Pioneer Day Queen of 2008, Eleanor Heaton Sachs, passed away in 

February, pleased by the great continuity of her life. Here are some last words 

from them, shared with Paso Robles Magazine in their Pioneer Days. 

I have watched the automobile 

become the mode of travel. I remember 

following a horse around while farming. 

We didn’t get to town much. My 

folks hunted to help feed us. We 

worked hard but got to play a lot. 

We had a lot of fun fishing Jack 

Creek. It used to be a pretty good 

stream year round. Back then, a lot 

of the ground you couldn’t work to 

put the crops in, it was too wet. 

Winters were winters. We had water 

running in every gutter and crick. 

I’m just one of the lucky ones to 

have lived a long life. I’ve done a lot of 

things, did work I enjoyed, and I’ve seen 

a lot of changes. There are a few things 

I might have done differently, but I 

don’t know what I could have done 

that was any better. I enjoyed my life. 

Raised on wild 

game, Ray 

treasured a 

“store-bought 

breakfast” at 17 

while exhibiting 

his 4-H hog in 

San Francisco. 

Eleanor’s ancestors 

Mary Pate and 

William Gillis (circa 

1880s) were children 

of a pioneering 

Southern belle and a 

pioneer pig rancher. 

My maternal greatgrandmother 

came 

from the South. She 

stepped off the ship 

in San Francisco 

in her velvet shoes 

and hoop skirt, and 

sank five inches 

into the mud. 

She said I want 

to go home and 

I will walk. 

She had been 

coddled all her life, 

but she came out here to the wild 

wooly west and she adapted. Her 

husband was killed and she raised five 

children. She must have had a very 

strong will. You couldn’t run to town 

for a loaf of bread. 

Mom was born on her property. 

My dad was born over the hill at the 

Heaton house. He insisted that I be 

born there too, in the house that was 

built by my great-grandfather when he 

settled here in the 1880s. 

My bedroom is three feet from where 

I was born. We built our own house on 

that land almost 50 years ago, and on 

that land I raised my children. 

Art farmed all his life on land farmed by 

Von Dollens for over 100 years, and he 

never wanted to do anything else. 

A neighbor told me that in 1898, 

a real dry year, maybe four inches 

of rain, it was so bad, people would 

hang a sign on a horse that said, 

“You feed me, you can have me.” 

There’s a saying around here: 

This would be poor country 

if it weren’t for next year. 

You always hope, depending on 

the rainfall and also when it comes. 

You put everything into your crop. 

You have money in your pocket you 

borrowed to maintain your equipment, 

buy fertilizer. You prepared 

land the year before, saved your 

seed, and in the fall you get the 

first rain, wait ’til the first crop of 

weeds comes up and then plant 

behind it. 

Then you sit back and wait on 

the good Lord. You do the best 

you can. You remember the good 

years, and you remember the bad 

ones. If you raise a good crop, 

there’s a good feeling to it. 

I have done what I wanted to do. 


PASO PEOPLE 

By Scott Brennan 

The Paso Robles Rotary is once 

again bringing Paso Robles’ top 

winemakers together to compete 

to see who is the best chef. 

The 16th Annual Winemakers’ 

Cookoff is August 9 from 6 to 

9 p.m. at the Paso Robles Event 

Center, 2198 Riverside Avenue, 

Paso Robles. The Rotary Club is 

limiting attendance to just 1,200 

tickets. Tickets are $85 and are on 

sale now at Eventbright. 

“The Paso Robles Winemakers’ 

Cookoff has become one of Paso 

Robles’ most-popular wine, food 

and music events,” says event 

co-chairperson Bob Fonarow. 

“Participating wineries pair their 

grilled culinary creations with 

their finest wines and compete 

for both Judges’ Choice and 

People’s Choice awards the day of 

the event. We are expecting tickets 

to sell out fast.” 

All proceeds from the event 

benefit local high school scholarships. 

Thanks to the event, the 

Paso Robles Rotary contributed 

$38,000 to Paso Robles High 

School scholarships this year. 

Since the event’s inception, over 

$400,000 in scholarships has been 

awarded to local high school students. 

IQMS is returning as the 

title sponsor of the event. 

“The IQMS sponsorship of 

the Rotary event underscores 

our company’s commitment toward 

the education and support 

Early sell out expected - Only 1,200 tickets available 

of our local youth,” said Randy 

Flamm, President and C.E.O. of 

IQMS. “As we continue to 

prosper here, our involvement in 

helping to further the goal of an 

event like the Cookoff is one way 

of giving back.” 

Back by popular demand: 

Julie Beaver 

& the Bad Dogs! 

The talented Julie Beaver has 

been making audiences smile 

since she picked up her violin/ 

fiddle at the age of five. Julie 

plays it all – from Bach to Blues 

to Bluegrass – and she sings with 

power and sensitivity. If you’ve 

never heard the Rolling Stones or 

Aretha Franklin on a violin, you’ll 

wonder why no one thought of 

it before. www.juliebeavermusic. 

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Winners of the 2013 

Judges Award 

• 1st place - Calcareous 

• 2nd Place - Pomar Junction 

• 3rd Place - Eberle 

• Honorable Mention 

- Burbank Ranch 

Winners of the 2013 

People’s Choice Award 

• 1st place - Eberle 

• 2nd Place - Le Vigne 

• 3rd Place - Halter Ranch 

• Honorable Mention 

- Arroyo Robles 

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Find out at winemakerscook 

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Keep your Summer sizzling with Concerts in the Park 

What better way to celebrate 

both the country’s independence 

and the city’s 125th anniversary 

than with rock & roll dance band 

The Usual Suspects in the downtown 

City Park on Friday, July 4? 

Sponsored by the Rotary Club 

of PR (Noon) and the Pioneer Day 

Committee, this free, special concert 

will begin at 5 p.m., break for 

a patriotic program 6:30-7 p.m., 

then resume until 8:30 p.m. A fabulous 

fireworks display rounds out 

the evening at 9 p.m. Food by Red 

Scooter Deli will be available for 

purchase during the concert. 

Friday, July 11 brings more 

good times with the engaging, 

high energy music of One 

Time Spaceman. Fourth in the 

Summer Concert Series, the 

band’s crowd pleasing repertoire 

of covers and originals seamlessly 

blends classic Americana 

with scorching improvisational 

jams, pocket psychedelic grooves, 

riff-based blues and rollicking 

outlaw country. Sponsored 

by Cone & Associates, Inc. and 

Lubrizol, food from Chubby 

Chandler’s Pizza will be available 

for purchase. 

Rob Larkin & The Wayward 

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Americana, and Soul – with just the 

right mix of sweetness and grit— 

will make you groove and smile. 

The Friday, July 18 concert is sponsored 

by Fidelity National Title and 

Rabobank. Food will be available 

for purchase by Chico’s Café. 

All regular summer concerts begin 

at 5:30 pm in the downtown 

City Park. J. Lohr Vineyards & 

Wine, Firestone on-tap beer, water, 

and soda will be available for purchase, 

with all net proceeds from 

the beverage sales going to the 

REC Foundation to help enhance 

parks and recreation in Paso Robles. 

Please refrain from bringing beverages 

to the concerts in order to show 

support for the REC Foundation. 

For concert information or to 

sponsor a concert, please call the 

City’s Recreation Division at 237- 

3988 or log on to the City of Paso 

Robles website at www.prcity.com/ 

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are not allowed in the City Park. 

Concerts in the Park is presented 

in cooperation with Paso Robles 

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Programs through August 23 

Explode into Reading this 

Summer at the Paso Robles 

City Library 

Science-themed good 

reads and great programs 

with the Paso 

Robles City Library’s 

special reading-incentive 

program activities 

in July: 

• Thursday, July 3, 10 and 11 a.m. - 

The Eyes Have It! Join Dr. Douglas 

Major, O.D. and Nancy Major, Vision 

Therapist, for this eye-opening 

program. 

• Thursday, July 3, 7 p.m. - Steven 

Spielberg Film Series Meet aliens 

up close. 

• Wednesday, July 9, 3 p.m. & 

Thursday, July 10, noon & 6 p.m. 

- From Sea Otters to Blue Whales 

Join marine life educator Carolyn 

Skinder to learn how to identify 

local marine mammals and their 

amazing adaptations to the sea. 

• Thursday, July 17, 1:30 and 3 p.m. 

Sing Loud, Sing Proud! - Rock 

out with singer Melissa Green, 

2012 winner of the John Lennon 

song writing contest. 

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• Wednesday, July 23, 6:30 p.m. 

Gerald Joseph, Magician - Will 

you be able to guess his secrets? 

• Thursday, July 24, 7 p.m. - Anatomy 

of Deception Join the library 

book group for a discussion on 

Lawrence Goldstone’s engaging 

Victorian-era murder mystery. 

• Thursday, July 31, 10 a.m. to 

1 p.m. and 2:30 to 4 p.m. - Drop 

in Craft: Make a Rocket Come 

make a water-rocket to be launched 

Saturday, August 2 

Special thanks to this year’s generous 

sponsors: IQMS, the Paso 

Robles Friends of the Library, 

Aera Energy, Ravine Waterpark, 

In-N-Out Burger, Target, Jamba 

Juice, McDonald’s, the San Luis 

Obispo Blues Baseball, and the 

Paso Robles Children’s Museum. 

Complete program information, 

including times and preregistration 

requirements are available 

in the library, in the June-August 

2014 Summer Activity Guide and 

online at www.prcity.com/library. 

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encourages the artistic and cultural 

interests of the community by providing 

space in the Library to display 

visual art and other exhibits of 

interest to the public. The Library 

Board of Trustees reviews proposals 

annually to select displays for the 

following year. The duration of the 

displays is usually one month. 

PROPOSALS FOR 2015 ARE 

NOW BEING ACCEPTED 

Proposals should include a completed 

application along with photographs 

or other representation of 

the work to be displayed. Applications 

are available at the Library 

and will be accepted no later than 

August 30, 2014. Submit to Paso 

Robles City Library, Attention: 

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Robles CA 93446. For more information 

or to have an application 

mailed to you, contact Don at 237- 

3870 or drader@prcity.com. 

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Paso Robles City Library 

Kathy Wetzel’s love of nature 

and food inspires her to paint in 

many different styles and mediums 

– watercolor, pastel, oil, and 

mixed media. The simple shapes 

and colors found in the world 

of cooking and cuisine are her 

muse. Enjoy her vision the entire 

month of July in the Paso Robles 

City Library. 

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The public is invited to join 

the discussion of The Anatomy of 

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on Thursday, July 17, at 7 p.m. in 

the Library conference room. 

Nineteenth century Philadelphia 

physician Ephraim 

Carroll draws on the 

new techniques of 

forensic medicine 

to investigate the 

brutal murder of 

a beautiful young 

woman and the horror that led to 

her death, in a historical thriller 

populated by real-life characters 

as pioneering physicians William 

Osler and William Stewart Halstad 

and painter Thomas Eakins. 

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Masons honor local officers 

On Wednesday, June 4, the Thaddeus Sherman 

Masonic Lodge, located at 320 Sherwood 

Rd., Paso Robles held an awards dinner honoring 

our local outstanding law enforcement officers. 

The recipients included: California Highway 

Patrol, Templeton office, Officer Steve Pierce; 

San Luis Obispo County Sheriffs, North County 

Office, Deputy John McKenney; San Luis 

Obispo County Sheriffs Office, Coastal Station, 

Sgt. Stuart McDonald; and Paso Robles Police 

Department Officer Eric Azarvand. 

Also in attendance were Paso Robles City 

Councilmen John Hamon and Steve Martin 

and San Luis Obispo County Supervisor Frank 

Mecham. 

Sculpterra Winery honors Veterans 

on the 4th! 

Veterans and their families, along with the 

general public, are invited to attend the 4th of 

July Celebration honoring Veterans at Sculpterra 

Winery in Paso Robles from 12 noon to 4 p.m. 

with FREE hot dogs, apple pie and ice cream! 

FREE live band music! FREE animals and 

kids’ activities! 

Sculpterra Winery is a new Corporate Life 

Member of the Camp Roberts Historical 

Museum Foundation and the event is being 

held in conjunction with the Camp Roberts 

Museum. This free patriotic event is a tribute to 

our soldiers. It will be the most military-oriented 

and patriotic Independence Day celebration in 

the area, and everyone is invited, so come make 

it a part of your day! 

VETERANS OF IRAQ AND AFGHAN- 

ISTAN are especially requested to RSVP for 

this event by contacting Dirk Hale, Vice Chairman 

of the Museum Foundation, at 208-8692 or 

dahale@charter.net This event is in tribute to 

you and your fellow soldiers! 

Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden 

is located at 5015 Linne Rd, in Paso Robles, 

phone 226-8881 (East via Niblick - Sherwood - 

Fontana – to Linne.) 

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in Paso Robles 

Help Oak Creek Commons Cohousing 

Community celebrate its 10th Anniversary by 

dancing in their Community Room Saturday, 

July 19, 7-9 p.m., 635 Nicklaus St. across from 

Pat Butler School. 

All ages welcome; no partner needed. Adults 

$7; kids free. Gary Shapiro, from Santa Barbara, 

will teach and call dances; Calamity House 

Band will play rollicking old time music. “Like” 

Paso Robles Contra Dances on Facebook for 

photos and updates. Visit the Oak Creek Commons 

website www.oakcreekcommons.org. 

For more information: Arlen Bass 239-9134; 

Risa Kaiser 602-2929. 

Adult Wellness 

Adult Wellness & Prevention Screening serves 

the County of San Luis Obispo providing free 

health screening for adults. Services include: 

monitoring of blood pressure, pulse and weight 

and finger prick blood test screening for anemia, 

blood sugar and cholesterol, and nutritional 

/ lifestyle counseling. No appointment needed 

for basic services. First come first served. Please 

note: Free CHC Dental Screening at selected 

sites. 

The schedule for July is as follows: 

Tuesday, July 1, 9 a.m. to 12 noon - Atascadero 

Senior Center, 5905 E. Mall. Full Lipid Panel 

available at this site for $20 fee. For appointment 

call 544-2484 ext. 1 

Wednesday, July 23, 9 a.m. to 12 noon - Paso 

Robles Senior Center, 270 Scott St., Paso Robles. 

FREE Dental Screening. 

Community Action Partnership Adult Wellness 

and Prevention Screening, 1030 Southwood 

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has taught many subjects but 

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teacher, coach, athletic director, 

AVID program coordinator 

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ROUND TOWN 

County Perspective 

Melodrama: As a youth volunteer, 

I’d have to say there is a lot more 

interpersonal conflict among teens, 

these days. The Drama Llama coat-tails 

them just about everywhere. But where 

does it come from? Oh sure, one could 

roll out the usual suspects; school problems, 

family issues, but I think there’s 

more to it, and I spell it with an “E” for 

entertainment. 

TV, video games, even texting and 

twitter drive up the proclivity to engage 

in conflict. The zeitgeist of interpersonal 

battle is certainly well-spewed by 

top TV shows like Game of Thrones 

and the CW’s dystopian The 100, a 

show particularly effective, as the plot 

features thousands of youthful offenders 

exiled down onto a post-apocalyptic 

earth as punishment. 

Imagine dumping 100 of the toughest 

kids in town, into a fenced vacant 

lot, and filming the results. 

But it’s also possible our kids are 

simply modeling our local live stage, 

such as the melodramas that precede 

elections. 

This year’s DA race should have 

been up for a Tony; competition for 

District Attorney featured a ‘Thronesesque 

conflict with surprise plot twists 

that ran right up to Election Day. 

First, the stage was set by a stormy 

matte: media coverage of Glenn 

Greenwald’s real-life spy thriller about 

NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden. 

With the lights down and the angst 

building, protagonist-cum-antagonist, 

DA candidate and heir-apparent Tim 

Covello, is thrown into the tableau 

by San Luis Obispo County’s soonto-exit 

District Attorney, Godfather 

Gerald Shea. Shea appears to conceal 

a scarlet letter, hinting at developments 

to come. 

Before Covello’s coronation can be 

consummated, underdog Dan Dow 

rides in on his white charger – symbolic 

of the county-issue white Dodge 

Charger Dow would inherit, for the 

duties of the DA are hemi. He goes 

before Athair Baistí – Irish for Godfather, 

since presumably, Shea isn’t 

Italian – and pleads to be let off the 

case. ‘No worries’, says the good Don; 

‘keep working the case, and I’ll cover 

your back’. 

The White Night marches up to 

Covello with a list of his supporting 

chorus members, an intimidating 

cadre of judges and fellow assistant 

district attorneys, few of whom, it 

turns out, can whistle – much less 

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Covello recoils, snarls, goes behind 

the curtain and mumbles revenge. 

Intermission. 

The next day, Covello speaks out 

about a case Dow is prosecuting, a 

case involving someone who may 

have made a donation to Dow’s campaign. 

The scribes furiously copy it all 

down and tell the villagers. 

But then Covello slips out to see 

Athair Baistí, challenging Dow’s right 

of succession with shouts of Conflict 

of Interest! His court scribes distribute 

a series of new campaign edicts 

impugning the white knight’s character. 

With the plot thickening, Shea 

quietly slips out of town to confer 

with the officials in Nottinghamshire, 

also known as the California Attorney 

General’s office in Los Angeles, 

to find out if Dow might be found to 

have violated the maiden known as 

fair political practice laws. 

Ostensibly. The dialogue never 

makes it clear that Shea has done this, 

but the inference is enough to settle 

darkness over ballot-dwarfs shirewide. 

But the sun rises and it’s November 

5th. The audience storms the stage, and 

fills the ballot box. They have chosen 

the white knight! Heir-apparent shuffles 

back into ignominy, while Athair 

Baistí, softly sobbing, slips quietly into 

his royal office, to await his professional 

demise. Good-bye Charger. Curtain. 

Fire Fees: Rural north county residents 

by now have opened their supplementary 

fire protection bills, mailed 

in late May. 

The controversial $117 tax is to fund 

fire prevention, not fire protection, according 

to officials. More than 30,000 

structures are affected, and owners will 

have to pony up the extra to pay for 

things like vegetation management and 

fire inspections. 

Bills could have been higher; the total 

assessment comes out to $152 per 

home, but San Luis Obispo County 

contributes $35 per property as a supporting 

Calfire agency. 

The fees are currently being fought 

in court by the Howard Jarvis taxpayer 

association, which also wants to give 

rural residents the right to appeal the 

fees to the state Board of Equalization. 

Homes Soar: Median home prices 

once again broke through the pricey 

$400,000 barrier in April, close to an 

8% increase. 

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ROUND TOWN 

On July 19 & 20 Central Coast residents 

and visitors are in for a rare treat when normally 

tranquil San Luis Obispo’s Laguna Lake 

Park is transformed into a vibrant English 

village overflowing with excitement at a visit 

from Queen Elizabeth during a summer market 

faire. 

It’s the 30th Annual Central Coast Renaissance 

Festival, turning the calendar back to 

the year 1585. Entertainment director Rick 

Smith says, “Banners will fly and music play 

as the ‘villagers’ welcome guests to this colorful 

festival.” Smith says that over 500 elaborately 

costumed participants come to San Luis 

Obispo from all over California to bring the 

village to life. 

Smith added this is a unique family event 

offering something for all ages, “We have several 

exciting new acts this year, including a falconry 

show; a comedic stunt show involving 

juggling, fire eating and acrobatics; a collection 

of Shakespearean vignettes filled with bawdy 

humor, physical comedy and outrageous 

swordplay; comedy, music and dance shows. 

And of course, the highlight of the day is the 

full combat joust, held twice daily.” 

Vendor coordinator Lara 

Cathcart says that in addition 

to the shows, guests enjoy 

shopping from vendors offering 

everything from hand 

thrown ceramics to full costumes, 

jewelry, leather goods, 

art and more. “Vendors are part of the show 

too. They are in costume and will address you 

as ‘Good Day, My Lady’ instead of just hello,” 

she says. “We even strive for reasonably period 

food such as meat pies, Cornish pasties, turkey 

legs, and of course good ale, wine and beer,” 

Laura McDonough 

Smith says a new activity for kids is a costume 

contest, held daily. Prizes will be awarded. 

There are also pony rides and an area where 

kids can learn the art of stage fighting. “Don’t 

worry moms, the swords are made of foam and 

the teacher is a pro,” Smith adds. 

Festivities start each day at 10 a.m. with a 

greeting by the Lord Mayor, followed by a 

showy opening parade. The day ends at 6 p.m. 

on Saturday and at 5 p.m. on Sunday with a 

closing parade. 

Tickets are $17 for adults, $10 for seniors 

and children under 15. Under age 6 are free. 

Tickets can be purchased in advance either 

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ROUND TOWN 

Pleasant Valley School, five miles 

east of San Miguel, was founded in 

1884. A September, 1886 issue of 

“The Inland Messenger” reported that 

the people of Hog Canyon wanted to 

rename their area ‘Pleasant Valley’ – it 

wasn’t changed but the name stayed 

with the school. 

The schoolhouse, built in 1908, 

holds the record as the longest continuously-used 

one-room school in 

SLO County. Old family names still 

abound in the area, including Wells, 

Sweeney, Quenzer, Hirschler, Sinclair, 

Heer, Dauth, Rougeot, Freeman, Von 

Dollen, Tuley, Smith, Henry, Stewart, 

Anaya, Root, Christensen, Van Horn, 

Davis, Bridges, Doty, Thacker, Silva, 

Atkins and McGuire. 

Other schools, including Ellis and 

Ranchita, are long gone. There were 

eight grade levels and as the teacher 

worked with one grade the others did 

assigned work. Pat Smith Kennedy, 

who attended in the 1940s, remembers 

the teacher allowing students who had 

completed their grade work to listen 

in quietly as she taught the next level 

and later ask questions. As a result, 

when Pat’s family moved into the San 

Pleasant Valley School 

Miguel School District in her fifth 

grade year, she was far ahead of her 

new classmates. 

Discipline was meted out as necessary 

with a ruler across the knuckles. 

Children were expected to behave and 

expelled if they were too much of a 

problem. Tales out of school are told 

in “Readin’ Writin’ Rithmatic” (published 

in 2004 by the El Paso de Robles 

Area Pioneer Museum) of pranks 

played on both students and teachers: 

of frogs, mice, dead snakes and lizards 

put into desks and cupboards and tacks 

on seats. A story by Lester Hirschler, 

who attended the school in the 1920s, 

tells of the Sinclair boys tossing .22 

cartridges into the pot-bellied stove – 

which popped like 

popcorn in the heat 

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floors, blackboards and erasers, 

emptying stove ashes and bringing 

in wood for next morning’s fire. In 

later years an oil heater was installed. 

Lunches were brought from home in 

paper sacks or metal pails and traded. 

Games like baseball, basketball, hopscotch, 

hide-and-seek, ring-aroundthe-rosy, 

marbles and mumbly-peg 

(tossing a pocket-knife into the dirt 

by the blade) were popular at recess. 

Swings, monkey bars, rings and teetertotters 

were well used. 

Transportation to and from school 

was by horse or pony, horse-drawn 

cart (later a car), bicycle and walking if 

close by. An enclosed shed behind the 

school provided stalls to tie up horses, 

with food and water stored onsite. Students 

put on plays and learned music, 

drawing and crafts. 

In 1962, with more than one teacher 

now at the school, Miss Shirley Lusby 

taught first and second grade. She later 

taught third grade for several years at 

Lillian Larsen School. Rural school 

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A new, large school building was 

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The school is now K-8. Kindergarten 

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Upper level students raise racing 

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ROUND TOWN 

Wine Country Theatre presents Guys and Dolls 

Guys and Dolls, the Tony 

Award-winning musical comedy 

featuring one of the great 

musical scores in the history 

of American theatre, comes 

to The Berg Auditorium in 

Paso Robles June 27 through 

July 19. Wine Country Theatre’s 

Executive Director 

Cynthia Anthony will direct 

the production. 

When Guys and Dolls 

opened on Broadway in 1950, it 

became one of the great successes 

of Broadway history, running for 

1,200 performances and winning 

five Tony Awards including Best 

Musical. It was subsequently made 

into the beloved film in 1955 starring 

Marlon Brando and Frank Sinatra. 

Guys and Dolls is a spirited musical 

based on books written by 

Damon Runyon with music and 

lyrics by Frank Loesser. It tells the 

story of a gambler, Nathan Detroit 

who runs a “floating” crap game, 

much to the disgust of his long 

suffering fiancé of 14 years, the Hot 

Box night club singer, Adelaide. 

To raise the money to pay for a 

venue for his crap game, he bets 

$1000 on what he believes is a 

sure thing. Sky Masterson, a high 

rolling, suave gambler boasts that 

he can have any girl he wants. So 

Nathan bets him that he can’t get 

the local “Save A Soul” missionary, 

Sarah Brown to come to dinner 

with him in Havana. She is reluctant, 

so Sky, in turn, guarantees that 

he will provide 12 “genuine sinners” 

for her midnight prayer meeting in 

return for a dinner date. 

Confusion, mayhem and hilarity 

ensue as gangsters, singers, 

sinners, show girls and Salvation 

Army saviors collide in this fable of 

Broadway that is sure to entertain 

you with memorable songs such as 

“Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the 

Boat,” and “Luck be a Lady” made 

famous by icon, Frank Sinatra. 

Famed critic Walter Kerr wrote 

of the 1955 Broadway revival 

– “Guys and Dolls is one of 

the most exhilarating musicals 

ever written for the American 

Theatre.” 

The cast of Guys and Dolls 

stars Chad Stevens as “Nathan 

Detroit;’ Kristen Saunders, (the 

recent star of Wine Country 

Theatre’s debut show It Had to 

be You), as “Miss Adelaide;” Tony 

Costa as “Sky Masterson,” and 

Tara Brinkman as “Sergeant Sarah 

Brown.” 

The top-notch supporting cast is 

led by Jacob Shearer (who played 

Emile in last summer’s hit South 

Pacific) as ”Nicely-Nicely,” Matt 

Davis as “Benny Southstreet,” 

Larry Conklin as “Lt. Brannigan,” 

Bret Boyle as “Big Jule,” Garrett 

Larson as “Rusty Charlie,” Beth 

Marshall as “Alma Abernathy,” and 

Iris Conklin as “Mimi, the Hotbox 

Dancer.” Paso Robles native, Cactus 

Harris, earning his Master’s 

Degree in Conducting, returns 

home to lead the large cast of local 

singers and dancers including 

Evan Camancho, Grant Larsen, 

Clinton Loya, Joseph Whittington, 

James Sloane Reneau, Julia 

Schulte, Hannah Fitzpatrick, 

Amanda Campbell, Mercedes Delaroca, 

Jacob Bausch, Janine Elich, 

Sarah Evans, Salina Judd, and Olga 

Siebrass, 

Founded in October of last year, 

Wine Country Theatre is a community 

based theatre dedicated to 

nurturing the talents of local artists 

and developing local audiences. 

Wine Country Theatre is established 

under the nonprofit status 

of Project Theatre Foundation in 

Paso Robles, California. 

Performances will be held at the 

Berg Auditorium, located on the 

campus of the Paso Robles Youth 

Arts Foundation, 3201 Spring 

Street in Paso Robles on Friday and 

Saturdays at 7:30 pm from June 

27 to July 19. In addition, a matinee 

performance will be presented 

Saturday, July 19 at 2 p.m. 

Tickets are available at www. 

WineCountryTheatre.com. General 

seating ticket prices are $25; $15 

for students. For other information 

about this production or Wine 

Country Theatre, contact Cynthia 

Anthony 610-0786. 

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ROUND TOWN 

Summer fun continues in Templeton 

By Heather Young 

Summer fun doesn’t stop in 

Templeton as summer heats up -- not 

even during the California Mid-State 

Fair – though it does slow down from 

the number of events that took place 

in the spring and early summer. 

Templeton Chamber of Commerce 

has a number of activities taking 

place this summer, starting with 

its second annual Installation Gala 

Dinner on Saturday, July 12 at the 

Groves on 41 at 5:30 p.m. Awards 

will be announced for Citizen of the 

Year, Business of the Year and Ambassador 

of the Year, along with the 

incoming Board of Directors and 

ambassadors. The gala will also be a 

cocktail networking hour, dinner, raffle, 

silent auction and dancing under 

PERSPECTIVE from page 40 

Home prices may have reached their 

limit, in the short run, as sales declined 

over 5% in the same period; only 

333 homes changed owners during 

the month. House prices now stand 

at $419,000, the highest seen since 

pre-recession 2008. 

Brotherhood of Buses: Public 

transit riders can rest assured we 

are all one big happy family, now that 

San Luis Obispo County Regional 

the stars to live music. To purchase 

tickets, contact Sarah Maggelet 

at 434-1789 or sarah@templeton 

chamber.com. 

The gala will be followed by 

the annual North County Chamber 

Mixer on Wednesday, July 30 

at 5:30 p.m. at Farm Supply, 2450 

Ramada Drive in Paso Robles. This 

mixer includes members of the San 

Miguel, Paso Robles, Templeton and 

Atascadero chambers. 

A Templeton Chamber mixer will 

be held at Sky River RV on Wednesday, 

Aug. 14 at 5:30 p.m. A week 

later, it will host a business education 

seminar on Friday, Aug. 22 at noon. 

The topic of this seminar is “Hiring 

the Right Employees,” presented by 

Collaboration Business Consulting. 

Transit Authority (RTA) has picked 

up Atascadero and Paso Robles-run 

services. 

Route 9 buses will now add stops 

in San Luis Obispo and Templeton, 

to their regular downtown stops in 

Atascadero and Paso Robles. The 

obvious downside is that riders who 

commute will have to budget more 

time to make the run. The RTA will 

work with community leaders to discover 

needs and keep service cost effective 

and efficient, officials say. 

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Concerts in the Park 

Templeton’s summer Concerts in 

the Park series began in June and 

runs every Wednesday through Aug. 

20. The concerts are held from 6:30 

to 8:30 p.m. in the Templeton Community 

Park. 

Templeton Market and Deli, and 

the Italian Ice Shack will be set up 

during the concert, though people 

may bring their own picnics and beverages, 

along with low-back chairs, 

blankets and small tables. No dogs 

and no smoking are allowed during 

the concert. While alcohol is 

allowed in the park, Templeton 

Community Services District Recreation 

Assistant Lynda Vering said 

that no glass is preferred for the 

safety of everyone in attendance. 

Sober or Solo: San Luis Obispo 

county homeless will find the bar raised 

a bit; their sobriety will decide if they 

can receive services. 

Most area homeless services funnel 

through the Community Action Partnership 

of San Luis Obispo County 

(CAPSLO), and as of June 1, recipients 

may have to submit to drug and alcohol 

testing, under a new sobriety-based 

program. CAPSLO assistant director 

Grace McIntosh put it bluntly, saying 

For more information, call 434-4909. 

Concert 2014 lineup: 

July 2: SoundHouse 

July 9: The Jammies 

July 16: Cheyenne McDonald 

July 23: Big Daddy’s Blues Band 

July 30: JD Project 

Aug. 6: Soul Sauce 

Aug.13: Burning James 

& The Funky Flames 

Aug. 20: Monte Mills & The Lucky 

Horseshoe Band 

Templeton Pool 

Templeton Pool is open Tuesday 

through Sunday. Lessons will be 

offered throughout the summer. For 

more information, call 781-5930 or 

go to 781-1102. 

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within days. Gone are the days of 

climbing a long hill behind a parade of 

trucks and RV’s. Of course, if I’d had 

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By Dorothy 

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Each July offers a plethora of equine 

events and educational opportunities. 

Now to decide which fit in our 

schedules? 

Happy Birthday Paso & USA 

Break out the flags and red, white 

and blue bunting and clothing for 

Independence Day July 4th. A 

variety of events are on the calendar 

including a country style parade 

with horses, ponies and mules in 

Templeton, followed by games in 

Templeton park. The day will be 

topped off with fireworks. The cowboy 

start time is 10 a.m. 

Rejoice in 125 years of Paso 

Robles will be dressed for the occasion. 

A children’s parade begins at 

11 a.m., followed by games, patriotic 

presentations and concerts in Paso 

Park downtown July 4. Fireworks 

begin at 9:15 p.m. 

California Classics is marking 

its 20th anniversary July 4th. Need 

repairs or cleaning and conditioning 

to keep gear in good shape? Be 

safe and protect your investment. 

Make an appointment (434-3858). 

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gear as well as belts, gun leather, 

guitar straps, rawhide hondas, hand 

rolled silk scarves, collectibles, etc. 

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Vaquero Heritage 

Ernest Morris, whose long awaited 

book, Vaquero Heritage has arrived. 

Hardbound with a dust cover 

featuring one of Ernie’s new epic 

paintings, the 220 pages include 

some of his illustrations, calendar 

artwork and paintings, family history, 

local ranches he spent time on, 

new stories till now not shared and 

information on making mecates. 

Get your copy at the Morris’ ranch 

outside of Templeton on Vaquero 

Road named in his honor (by making 

an appointment at 434-1317) 

or from their son, Ralph Pavey at 

www.elvaquero.com or, add a copy 

of Ernie’s earlier internationally popular 

collectible books to your library. 

The Varian Way 

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate 

60 years with one of the treasures 

of the Central Coast, Sheila 

Varian on August 2 and 3. 

Bring along a camera to record 

this weekend. One sometimes forgets 

that our friend is a Cowgirl Hall 

of Fame member who has created a 

bloodline of horses that dominates 

in the show ring and is internationally 

acclaimed yet Sheila isn’t afraid 

of getting dirty when she gets in the 

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“Perform in the Cavalcade of Horses” 

Ranch Weddings, Rehersal Dinners, 

Parties, Reunions, Children’s Birthday 

Parties, Riding & Driving Lessons 

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middle of the action. 

The middle is her favorite 

place to be. 

Demonstrations at 

Sheila’s historic ranch 

at 1275 Corbett Road 

in Arroyo Grande will 

serve to share insights 

with you gathered over 

decades of experience. 

One of the favorites 

and most requested is 

Trailer Loading the 

Varian Way. It will give 

you practical understanding 

of how the 

horse views the trailer 

and interprets your directions. 

Singer/songwriter, 

Juni Fisher will be performing 

a song that 

I asked her to write 

some years ago. “Silver Music” (in 

the Bridle) tells the story of Sheila 

taking a horse through the hackamore, 

the two-rein and into the 

spade bit. Juni incorporated the old 

CA tenet that a horse had to “earn” 

his silver through ranch work before 

he could wear a bridle. She will 

perform during a riding demonstration 

of the California style. The 

song is just one of award winning 

original works from her CD “Cowgirlography,” 

The two day event 

includes presentation 

of the Varian mares and 

foals during the unique 

mare walk while Sheila 

and staff point out their 

connections to history. 

Enjoy visiting with 

many of what has come 

to be called “the Varian” 

family from across the 

country during catered 

meals. Gain advice 

regarding breeding, 

training and marketing 

of your horses. Reservations 

are a must one 

and two day passes may 

be purchased. www. 

varianarabians.com. 

Related, but separate, 

Saturday evening 

August 2 the 

new film, “The Legacy of Sheila 

Varian” premiers at the Clark Center 

at 7 p.m. Those registered for 

the 60th Jubilee at the ranch will be 

admitted free to the screening. 

Pass it On Family Style 

Mark the dates July 10-13 for the 

popular Youth Horse Riding Camp. 

Part of the Work family’s continuing 

stewardship of the land involves 

teaching and passing on to others the 

importance of caring for the land and 

Following in the hoofprints of 

his late sire “Desperado,” Varian 

Arabian’s “Major Mac V” will 

welcome visitors at the renowned 

ranch for the Diamond Jubilee 

August 2 & 3. 

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Pain relief and performance 

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Oh yes! People too! 

Other modalities 

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livestock raised and supported there. 

The riding camps offer a chance 

to learn ranch and competitive skills 

with your own horse or one of the 

Work family horses. The camp also 

provides a hands on experience and 

strategies as to how the public today 

can help to sustain ranches in the 

21st century. One way is to support 

ranch families. 

Meals and board are included 

along with skill development in a 

family setting on this working cattle 

ranch that was founded in the 

July 4 125th Paso Anniversary 

Children’s Parade around the park 

11 a.m., games, concert, fireworks 

nearby 9:15 p.m., Paso Robles 

July 4 Annual Kiwanis Independence 

Day Parade, 10 a.m. “Cowboy time,” 

Templeton, Kiwanis, fireworks evening, 

park 

July 6 Ranch Sorting, Loftus Arena, 

3965 Buena Vista Dr., Paso, sign ups 

9:30 a.m., $20/2 practice runs & $1 

run, 440-0877 John 

July 6 Bryson Hesperia Cattle Club 

Free Calf Sorting, 1 hr. N. of Paso 

in Monterey Co, 1 p.m., Ranch Calf 

Sorting, covered arena, official size 

pens, beginners welcome, have fun & 

learn cattle work, Jay Brown 472 9664 

or Brown1375@aol.com for directions 

& info, 1st Sun. of ea. month. 

1800s. Ranch stays start on Thursday 

and end Sunday. 75893 Ranchita 

Canyon, San Miguel, contact Kelly 

to reserve your child’s spot (467-3362) 

and enrich their understanding. 

Equine Options Abound 

Lyn Ringrose-Moe will return July 

12 and 13 to 805 Horse Tales west of 

Paso at 1885 Live Oak Rd., Paso. The 

clinic will be held in the cowboy dressage 

court with a challenge course to 

help prepare participants for competition. 

Call Kathy (423-4694) for 

your space. 

July 13 compete at Loftus Arena 

in ranch sorting. John Loftus can find 

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July 7 Kid’s Camp, Harris Stagelines, 

5995 N. River Rd., ages 7-18, 8 a.m.- 

1 p.m. M-Th. Friday 8 a.m.-7 p.m., 

show Fri. eve., $275, Tom or Debbie 

237-1895 

July 9 SLOCQHA meeting, Griff ’s 

Restaurant, 6:30 p.m., open to public 

July 8-13 SB National Horse Show 

Hunter/Jumpers, 8 a.m. adm/park 

free, Earl Warren Showgrounds, 687- 

8711 

July 10-13 V6 Dude Ranch Getaway, 

www.Parkfield.com 

July 12 Stock Horse Show, SYVE, 

Santa Ynez, 195 N. Refugio Rd, 

Santa Ynez, 570-2350 

July 10-13 Youth Horse Riding 

you a suitable partner and coach you 

in strategies for a winning run. Two 

practice runs and one money run are 

yours for $20. Sign ups are at 9:30 

a.m. at 3965 Buena Vista Dr. not far 

from Cuesta College’s north campus. 

Call John (440-0877) for details. 

If CA classic hackamore, two-rein 

or bridle is more your style, Mike 

Bridges will be in Santa Maria July 

22-24. Mike brings a half a century of 

applied seat to saddle giving personal 

attention to participants. He limits 

his clinics to 15 riders ($450). Auditing 

is possible. Call Peter (310-3854) 

to participate. peter@adambros.com 

Camp, Work Ranch, 75893 Ranchita 

Cyn. Rd., San Miguel, arrive 

Thurs. 4 p.m., Sun. 12:30 p.m. pickup, 

family & stewardship of the land, 

meals, horses, skill development, 

Kelly 467-3362 

July 12 & 13 Cowboy Dressage 

Clinic, Lyn Ringrose-Moe, 805 

Horse Tales, Paso, Kathy 423-4694, 

Lyn@Irmequestrian.com 

July 13 SYVE Western Show Series, 

Santa Ynez, 195 N. Refugio Rd, 

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9:30 a.m., $20, 2 practice runs & 

$1run, 440-0877 John 

Plan a Day (or more) 

at the Mid-State Fair 

For some the summer doesn’t 

really come into full swing until 

the Mid-State Fair. There are many 

aspects to the annual event fully 

packed into a relatively small piece 

of real estate. Amid the numerous 

overlapping sights, smells and 

sounds and shared laughter with 

friends, there are all colors and 

breeds of horses working with 

and for tiny tots to seniors. See 

some of the information starting on 

page 14 with events, concerts, competitions, 

etc., then plan for fun. 

July 16-27 Mid-State Fair: see specific 

individualized schedules 

July 16 Annual Cattle Drive from 

Golden Hills Auto to Union then 

Riverside, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. 

July 16 FFA & 4H Show, Mid-State, 

9 a.m. 

July 16 Annual Cattle Drive from 

Golden Hills Auto to Union then 

Riverside, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., fair 

kickoff 

July 17 Cow Dog Trials, Mid-State, 

8:30 a.m., ranch horse class 1 p.m., 

July 17-20 July 17-20 CA Rodeo, 

Salinas, 800-549-4989, www.carodeo.com 

July 18 & 19 Cutting, Mid-State, 

8 a.m. 

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July 19 Ray Berta Horsemanship 

Clinic. Carmel Valley Trail & Saddle 

Club, 9-4 p.m., gourmet lunch included 

in fee, www.rayberta.com 

July 20 Sheepdog Trials & draft 

horses, Mid-State, starts morning 




run, 440-0877 John 

July 21 Open Horse Show, Mid- 

State, 9 a.m. 

July 22 Stock Horse Show, Mid- 

State, 8 a.m., Snaffle Bit Futurity, 

9 a.m. 

July 22-24 Seeking Refinement 

Clinic, Mike Bridges, ltd to 15 riders, 

$450, audit $50/day, hackamore, 

bridle peter@adambros.com or 310- 

3854, Santa Maria 

July 23 RSNC Sorting, Mid-State, 

8 a.m., Barrels 2 p.m. 

July 24 Team Roping, Mid-State, 

8 a.m. 

July 25 Wrangler Jr. Gymkhana, 

Mid-State, 8 a.m. 

July 25-27 Cow Horse Clinic, Mike 

Bridges, ltd to 15 riders, working cow 

$585,audit $50/day, peter@adambros.com 

or 310-3854, Santa Maria 

July 25-27 CA Paint Horse Assoc. 

Summer Sizzle Show, 8 a.m. admission/park 

free, Earl Warren Showgrounds, 

Janet 916-764-1777 www. 

californiapainthorseassoc.com 

July 26 Country Rodeo, Mid-State, 

8 p.m. 

July 27 Country Rodeo Finals, Mid- 

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run, 440-0877 John 

July 27 Vaqueras del Camino meeting, 

Hoover’s, 9975 El Camino 

Real, Atascadero, 7 p.m., Patti Keller 

503-8422 

July 30-Aug. 4 La Fiesta, Santa 

Barbara rodeo & stock horse competition, 

historic parades, folklorico 

dancing, garden & museum tours 

Trail Tales: Yosemite National Park 

Yosemite is a beautiful area to ride: single 

track trails & incredible views. Specific research 

should be done by each individual. 

Horses should be shod & in shape. Lots of 

wildlife including bears & rattlesnakes. Be 

prepared for all types of weather (even in 

summer). 

Trails: fairly easy-very difficult, couple hrs. to 

all day &/or overnight. Higher elevations have 

granite (may require special shoeing) 

3 horse camps: Wawona, Bridalveil & Tuolomne 

Meadows. Wawona & Bridalveil 

Creek horse camps have 2 sites; Tuolumne 

Meadows 4 sites. Ea. site up to 6 people & 

6 head of stock. Limit 2 vehicles & 2 stock 

trailers/parking. Cost $25 per night/per site 

Reservations required. Make up to 5 mo. in adv. 

starting in Mar. Reservations go FAST. National 

Park (877) 444-6777, www.reservation.gov 

(209) 372-0347 

Directions: Hwy. 41 to Yosemite. Wawona, 

horse camp behind Wawona Hotel. Bridalveil 

is past Wawona up Glacier Point Rd. Tuolomne 

from park entrance to valley floor, up Tioga Rd. 

Drive times approx. from Paso: Wawona – 5.5 

hrs., Bridalveil – 6 hrs., Tuolomone – 7.5 hrs. 

Check park maps for specific camps. Ea. horse 

camp: running water, flush toilets, tables & food 

boxes (use them). Bring own highline or portable 

corrals, feed, etc. 

NOTE: Manure must be bagged & deposited in 

dumpsters daily. Pets in camps on leash & not 

unattended. Call to verify. 

Maps: general stores Wawona & valley 

floor. Trail website (w. trail books): www. 

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BUSINESS 

Things are getting better all the time 

By Bob Chute 

“Things are improving...2014 

will be better than 2013 and 2015 

will be better yet with trends accelerating,” 

stated Economist 

Christopher Thornberg during a 

rapid fire presentation outlining 

trends nationally, statewide and 

locally. 

Thornberg is the 

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California’s leading 

economists. He was 

the keynote speaker 

during the 2014 Central 

Coast Economic 

Forecast Mid Year Update held 

at the Paso Robles Event Center 

in early June, hosted by the Paso 

Robles and Atascadero Chambers 

of Commerce. 

“Auto sales were over 17 million 

in May, an excellent sign - 

better than pre-recession levels 

- and consumer spending was up 

overall by 5% in April while disposable 

income rose 2 to 2.5% 

and people have the capacity to 

borrow again.” The county’s job 

growth increased by 1.3 percent 

compared to 2013. 

Home-ownership rates have 

stabilized, mortgage lending is 

starting to loosen while lending 

is up 12% in banks, and we are 

the second fastest job growth 

state, and SLO County unemployment 

is 6% lower compared 

to the State figures. 

“A major positive is the fact 

the quality of the credit available 

today is of zero concern,” 

said Thornberg. “Compared to 

the quantity of bad credit - giving 

loans to those who couldn’t 

afford them - when the bubble 

burst. Today lending is top down, 

with better credit risks being 

funded and many others simply 

paying cash.” 

Wealth levels have grown to 

new high levels, said Thornberg, 

with consumer credit finally 

starting to expand. Foreclosures 

are down, from a high of 

just over 120,000 statewide in 

the first quarter of 2009 to less 

than 20,000 in first quarter 

2013. 

Encouraging signs but ‘homes 

for sale’ inventories are low and 

consequently sales are slowed 

and creating a tight housing 

market. Existing homes sales in 

2014 to date dropped 8.1% with 

just 712 sold countywide. 

“We have a construction paradox, 

we need more move-up buyers. 

It’s just not there yet because 

they have no equity...it’s starting 

to move up but the all cash offers, 

while homes are still relatively 

cheap, make it difficult for many 

to find a home to move up to,” 

said Thornberg. 

The lack of housing is driving 

prices back up, “that is becoming 

our worst problem with the highest 

home prices in the country.” 

In SLO County Multi-Family 

permits for year to date dropped 

81.3% from 107 to 20 while 

single family permits increased 

31.1% county wide from 132 to 

173. In Paso Robles there were no 

multi family unit permits issued 

with just 9 single-family permits, 

down 57.1%. 

“We need to allow ourselves 

to grow,” said Thornberg, “We 

need 800,000 new homes built in 

Mark McConnell 

805-674-0297 

California to ease this crunch.” 

The median price of single 

family homes overall in San Luis 

Obispo County is $476,206... 

up 17.5% over last year. In 

Paso Robles the median price 

rose to $372,880, up 8.7% over 

last year. The largest increase 

in the county was in Arroyo 

Grande, up 19.9% to a median 

price of $569,224. 

Thornberg predicts the median 

county home price will continue 

to increase over the next few 

years...to $493,562 by the end of 

2014, $531,217 by end of 2015 

and $559,254 by end of 2016. He 

expects consumers to continue to 

spend on better income and he 

sees unemployment dropping to 

5.6% by the end of this year and 

to 4.6 by the end of 2016. 

“Great for the local economy 

is that tourism and wine sales are 

on fire,” said Thornberg. Wine 

sales are up 11% in San Luis 

Obispo County, more than Napa 

or Sonoma, and hotel occupancy 

up 6% in SLO County. 

County crop values were up 

overall by 11.5% in 2013. 

The value of Regional Wine 

Grapes in San Luis Obispo 

County were up 11.3% (with production 

up 10.1%); in Sonoma 

and Marin the value was up just 

3.8% (with production up 1.3%); 

and the value in Napa 

was flat comparing 2012 

to 2013 with production 

down 4.4%. 

“California has plenty 

of water in our reservoirs 

and ground water,” 

said Thornberg. 

“The problem is the 

allocation system - it’s 

preposterous. We need to step 

back and allocate differently 

and evaluate. How can the 

San Joaquin Valley be flooding 

fields to grow rice and have no 

meters defining the amount of 

water they are using?” But locally 

he felt it was concerning to put 

a moratorium on anything, “You’ve 

got to think what wine means for 

the local economy.” 

He sees long term concern in 

the unfunded liabilities...social security, 

medicare and medicaid. “In 

1970 the average American was 

assessed $2059 per year, in 2010 

that had grown to $8700, by 2050 

it’s expected to rise to $30,000 per 

person per year...that is not sustainable.” 

Other future issues to be 

dealt with, according to Thornberg, 

include: Bank credit is 

still tight; Government spending 

is constrained; Construction 

activity has far to go to get 

back to normal and the State 

is short on affordable housing - 

it needs CEQA reform; the 

Healthcare crisis still needs to be 

dealt with; and we still have to 

deal with national/state entitlement 

reform. 

But, in conclusion he encouraged 

everyone in attendance, “We 

need to focus on what is important 

- California offers the best 

quality of life in the country.” 

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BUSINESS 

What’s happening 

on Main Street? 

By Chris 

Weygandt Alba 

The best idea our city founders 

put on the map, when they made 

a map of Paso Robles 125 years 

ago, is the park they planted in its 

heart. It has served as the gathering 

place of all Roblans since 

Roblans began. 

That Downtown Park explodes 

with festivities this month, starting 

with a bang on the 4th of July — 

an all-day celebration with fireworks 

that kicks off a summertime 

series of festivals, free concerts, and 

even a feast of pancakes. 

PANCAKE ALERT! If you 

want in on the flapjack feast (described 

below), score a free ticket 

from a downtown merchant by 

July 23. 

On Friday evenings, bring your 

lawn chairs and gather around 

the bandstand for the Concerts 

in the Park from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 

Enjoy dinner in one of our fine 

downtown restaurants or take advantage 

of the hors d’oeuvres offered 

in the park. 

The Central Coast Lavender 

Festival on Saturday, July 12, 

celebrates one of the world’s most 

versatile herbs, brought to you 

by the Main Street Association 

and Central Coast Lavender 

Growers Association. The downtown 

park will be filled with lavender 

growers, lavender products, 

live music, artisans, children’s activities, 

and festival vendors from 

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Lavender, like grapes and olives, 

grows well in our Mediterraneanlike 

climate. Highly prized for of 

its multiple uses, lavender is an 

emerging agricultural crop for 

local commercial growers. Festival 

seminars will show you how to 

grow, distill, and use this aromatic 

perennial, which is so powerful 

that its essence can be detected in 

your blood within five minutes of 

rubbing it on your skin. 

You’ll find a surprising array of 

goods created with lavender, in addition 

to oil, lotions and salts. The 

culinary herb appears in lavender 

honey, lavender tea, lavender cooking 

spices and dipping oils. You can 

experience the flavors of lavender at 

the Victorian lavender tea garden, 

with refreshments like lavender 

lemon sorbet and lavender cookies. 

Lavender is far more than a perfume. 

It can tackle ailments too. Its 

flowers and essential oil pack over 

150 compounds with antiseptic, 

antibiotic, and sedative properties. 

Herbalists use it to treat anxiety, 

depression, insomnia, wounds, digestive 

problems, headaches, fevers, 

rashes, sprains, and burns. It’s a disinfectant 

and bug repellant as well. 

For more information, call Main 

Street at 238-4103, or visit the 

website at CentralCoastLavender 

Festival.com. To find out more 

about lavender, visit centralcoast 

lavender.com. 

July also dishes up a time-honored 

tradition and the best breakfast 

in town: The Free Pancake 

Breakfast, July 24, 7:30 - 10:30 

a.m. in the downtown park, commemorates 

Community Pride Day 

at the Mid-State Fair. 

Downtown merchants team up 

with the Mid-State Fair and local 

Granges to serve fabulous flapjacks 

and all the fixin’s free of charge, 

but there’s a catch: 

You must have a ticket, and tickets 

must be obtained in advance. 

Before July 24, you’ll find free tickets 

at all the downtown shops displaying 

the “Free Pancake Breakfast” 

sign in their windows. 

So get thee downtown! It’ll be a 

hot time in the old town in July! 

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BUSINESS 

Lone Madrone Winery and Bristols Cider: 

A New Venture in a New Location 

By Chuck Desmond 

As a first-class winemaker, 

Neil Collins, is a name wellknown 

and respected in our 

area. As an entrepreneur and 

forward thinker, he’s on top of 

that list too. His latest offering 

is becoming a hit and it’s one of 

those “best kept secrets” about 

to escape into our adult beverages 

vernacular. 

Neil and his sister Jackie 

Meisinger (she is the marketing 

arm of the operation) are from 

the 5th largest city in England. 

On the western side of England it 

just happens to be named Bristol. 

Bristol is also apple country and 

both Neil and Jackie grew up with 

the sense of what really good apples 

can taste like. And, for purposes of 

this article, they also know about 

really yummy apple ciders – both 

soft and hard! 

Jackie arrived in the USA first 

and Neil, originally a chef, followed 

her here. Neil learned wine-making 

at Wild Horse, then Adelaida 

Cellars. In short order, he founded 

Lone Madrone Winery and he 

is the wine maker at Tablas Creek 

as well. The name, Lone Madrone 

Winery, came from a vineyard at 

York Mountain where, yes, you 

guessed it, one lonely ol’ Madrone 

tree stood in the vineyard. With 

Neil’s wife, Marci “as the lady who 

watched the books,” Lone Madrone 

set up operations in 2006 at Sycamore 

Farms on 46 West. Neil focused 

on the wine, Jackie marketed 

it and Marci kept score. The system 

worked really well. 

Last July, it was time for the 

winery to make another leap forward. 

Lone Madrone’s operation 

moved to 5800 Adelaida Rd. 

Jackie Meisinger, Neil and Marci Collins 

between Daou and Adelaida Cellars. 

That puts it 5 miles out from 

the intersection at Nacimiento Lake 

Rd and on the right side of the road. 

Everything from venue to events to 

a new tasting room was amped up 

a few notches. Today, when one 

listens in-on Paso’s visitors’ conversations, 

the name Lone Madrone 

will often come up as if it’s been 

there forever and is on the “Oh, you 

just must go there for a visit” list. 

Pretty darn nice credentials! 

So, now let’s return to Apples and 

Cider, shall we! 

Twenty years ago, Neil experimented 

with his first hard cider. Hard 

ciders were an idea that he couldn’t 

(nor did he want to) get out of mind. 

It was a hobby but in 2006, he decided 

it was time to get serious 

about converting the concept into 

a reality. Where, how, finding a differentiator 

and what to name the 

venture were just four of the myriad 

of questions and obstacles. Little 

by little and step by step, it all unfolded. 

The Name was a slam dunk. 

Returning to his roots, the name 

Bristols Cider was chosen. It fits 

the memories and the vision just 

The Wurlitzer and Bristols sign 

perfectly. 

The Differentiator was pretty 

easy as well. Bristols Cider was the 

first on the Central Coast to make 

hard cider. There are others across 

the USA but being first in our area 

raised the bar very high, right out 

of the gate! Wine, beer and spirits 

are our local mainstay for adult 

beverages – but for ciders, this is 

virtually all brand new. 

Where was a bit more problematic. 

The light bulb burned bright 

when the obvious realization struck 

home that Paso dominates in wine, 

wine and then some more wine. 

“So, let’s use our reputation and 

expand to where we can be different 

and yet keep an eye on our 

businesses.” The answer came in one 

word: Atascadero. 

How was a lot of difficult work 

with both suppliers & associates 

and the government regulations 

to pull everything all together. The 

fermentation process was known 

and it turned out that there is a vast 

supply of various apples in both 

the See Canyon area and in El Paso 

de Robles. A gazillion apples are 

turned into 6,000 gallons of juice 

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that, they are formulated into six distinct 

ciders from different apples and 

different fermentation processes. 

Neil, Jackie and Marci, bought 

a 2500 sq. ft building on 3220 El 

Camino – just 6/10ths of a mile 

south on the El Camino from the 

Del Rio exit. They used a British 

title format and named it Bristols 

Cider House. This is the first 

building Neil with his partners, 

Jackie and Marci own themselves. 

There is a strong sister-sister emphasis 

to keep Lone Madrone and 

Bristols Cider separate yet under 

one family. While there is reference 

to each other in both locations, 

the wine tasting and the cider-bar 

cater to generally different clientele. 

To make it easy however, limited 

wine tastings will be tasted at Bristols 

Cider House and vice versa for 

cider tasting at the winery. However, 

all products may be purchased at either 

location. 

The Cider Club (like a wine 

club) for members is just starting. 

Even though it is early in the game, 

it’s probable that demand will push 

a waiting list. Upscale establishments 

that sell adult beverages are also seeing 

a definite up-tick in sales and of 

course that means the product works! 

The brand new cider-tasting bar 

opened in mid-June and is open 

Thursday through Sunday from 

noon to 8 p.m. Big, comfy sofas, 

a long bar, a Wurlitzer jukebox that 

plays records are all set in a totally 

comfortable ambience that makes 

it nice & easy to enjoy tasting a 

beverage. Neil, Jackie and Marci 

invite you to visit Bristols Cider 

House to learn, ask and experience 

these new taste sensations. 500 

ml bottles of cider ( a bit smaller 

than a wine bottle) are tank-aged 

product. 750 ml bottles are barrel-aged 

product. 

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BUSINESS 

The Voice of the Visitor Center 

By Karyl Lammers 

Executive Director 

Visitor Center 

In spite of the 

mess of renovation 

here at the Paso 

Robles Visitor Center, the season 

is upon us. Phones are ringing, 

e-mails are flying and the door is 

in full swing. Everyone wants to 

stay and play in our town from all 

over the world. We get calls and 

e-mails requesting visitor information 

every day. The wines bring 

the majority of visitors to town, but 

our downtown keeps them longer 

and keeps them coming back. 

We live, work, shop and play 

here in Paso Robles. We are so 

content we forget how special our 

town really is and how much we 

have in our own back yard. Here 

at the Visitor Center we are reminded 

everyday about the special 

restaurants, tasting rooms, boutiques, 

gift shops, coffee houses, 

ice cream stores, candy shops, 

cheese stores, bakeries, antiques 

stores, jewelry stores, shoe shops, 

and everything in between just in 

our downtown, and all within 

walking distance of each other 

and our city park. 

One of the most unique 

things about Paso Robles 

Downtown is the majority of 

shops are independently owned. 

The layout of our downtown is 

one of the biggest visitor attractions 

we have. Most towns have 

malls or streets lined with strip 

malls with no ambiance. We 

sit here in “Mayberry” surrounded 

by the best of everything! 

Visitors are so happy and excited 

to be here, it is contagious. Everyone 

falls in love with Paso Robles 

on their first visit. The comments 

we get include: “Your air is so clean, 

it’s easy to breathe and when it is 

hot it is not humid like so much 

of the rest of the country.” – “Your 

town is not crowded, it’s small, 

beautiful with all the old buildings 

around the park, and you have the 

friendliest people we have met in 

our travels”...Now, you know why 

I tell everyone, “I have the best 

job in town.” I deal with happy 

people who want to eat, drink and 

be merry, they just need directions. 

Progress is being made on the remodel. 

The Visitor Center is located with 

the Chamber of Commerce at 1225 

Park Street in downtown. We are 

open seven days a week from April 

thru October. Our hours are 8:30 

a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday 

and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday 

and Sunday. We serve as reception 

for the Chamber and greet everyone 

who walks in the front door. 

Wendy McBane and I share the 

days and hours. Wendy has been in 

Paso Robles for several years, she 

was associated with Park Cinemas 

before coming to the Visitor 

Center. She is very knowledgeable 

about wines, wineries and businesses 

in town. She is always learning and 

keeps up with events to better serve 

our visitors and the community. 

She is a great asset to us. 

I have been with the Chamber 

for 15 years. I started out at 

the Amtrak Welcome Center 

in 1999 and came to the 

Chamber Office when the depot 

was changed. I have been 

working the front counter 

and watching the town 

grow and change since then. 

I love it and love sharing it! 

We are finishing Phase I of the 

renovations here in the Visitor 

Center. Carmel and Naccasha, 

LLP purchased our lights for us, 

Thank you Jon Ansolabehere. 

They are on back-order, so we are 

anxiously waiting for that magic 

touch. Paint is still flowing, oak 

cupboards are being transformed 

into a dark color to match the trim 

and floors. Floors are just about 

done, Western Janitorial donated 

the perfect dust mop for our floors 

(yes, we get excited over a dust 

mop, particularly when it works 

like a charm...Thanks Linda!). 

Visitors bring so many great 

stories to us, stay tuned, we’re going 

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BUSINESS 

Paso Robles Inn announces renovation completion 


The grand, majestic Paso Robles 

Inn has just finished a two-year, 

multi-million dollar upgrade to the 

facility. 

We simply know it as “The Inn.” 

Initially finished in 1891, on what 

was then Highway 101 through 

Paso Robles, it was within a mile or 

so of being exactly half-way between 

Los Angeles and San Francisco. 

The trip in those days took two days 

and thus Paso, the Hotel and the 

Hot Springs were each a day’s drive 

from one end of the journey to the 

other. The El Paso de Robles Hotel 

was the perfect spot to stop and 

recharge for the next day’s drive. 

Have you picked up on the fact 

that I have called the same place by 

two different names? Yes, I did and 

both are correct – depending on 

when! The Hotel was touted as having 

a fireplace in every room. For a 

wood structured building with brick 

walls on the outside, what could possibly 

go wrong? If you have lived in 

our area more than a month, you 

are well aware of exactly what did 

go wrong. On December 12, 1940 

the building caught fire and burned 

basically to the ground. The dining 

room (now the Ballroom) was saved. 

The Hotel was rebuilt and when 

re-opened February 18, 1942, the 

name changed to The Paso Robles 

Inn. By the end of 1953, Highway 

101 bypassed downtown Paso and 

then The Inn’s address was officially 

Spring Street. 

With the Grand Ballroom 

building, the wonderful formal 

restaurant, coffee shop and the 

upstairs Cattlemen’s Lounge and 

Bar with its balcony overlooking 

City Park, certainly there is no 

greater memorial to Paso Robles 

than this complex. 

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Far right, Lori Keller, VP 

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for the Paso Robles Inn. 

Below left, a “sponsored” 

room sign by Hope Family 

Wines. Center, the Steve 

Kalar mural, and right, what 

the Inn once was at he second 

Pioneer day in 1932. 

World famous composer and pianist, 

Ignace Paderewski called this 

home from 1913 until his death. 

There is a private dining room with 

marvelous photos of him and a 

piano he used, in the lobby of the 

ballroom! Famous actors who performed 

at Camp Roberts during 

The War Years all dined here. Thousands 

and thousands of people have 

stayed here, eaten here and walked 

the gardens. Famous or an Average- 

Joe, this was and is The Place. 

Martin Resorts has owned the 

complex since 1999. Noreen Martin 

is the CEO and Margaret Johnson 

is the COO of that corporation. 

They, the Board of Directors 

and the managers collaborated to 

put together an upgrade plan that 

would take about two years. 

Lori Keller is the VP of Sales 

and Marketing. For a few hours in 

mid May, she was very busy giving 

personalized tours during a formal 

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invited guests were in attendance 

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The guests saw the great upgrade 

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Starting outside the dining 

room, what formerly was parking, 

has been transformed into gardens. 

Patrons dining there used to 

shy away from the window tables 

because of the cars, their headlights 

and folks walking past the 

windows. Those same tables are 

now “the choice spots” to have. 

All 98 rooms were redone and 18 

of them are now ‘sponsored rooms’ 

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winery or Firestone Brewery are 

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The Grand Ballroom, which 

can seat 200 guests for an event, 

has been completely re-carpeted. 

The dozen rooms above the ballroom 

are special and were transformed 

from stem to stern. Just 

beautiful! And, getting to the 

ballroom from the front lobby 

is to take a stroll through the 

lovely gardens in 

the courtyard with 

new art placed 

here and there for 

even more effect. 

Steve Kalar, our 

local artists’ artist 

transformed a 

formerly blah wall 

into a beautiful 

outside mural commiserating the 

area’s cultural history of agriculture. 

Such a nice visual change. 

The menus have also changed. 

There are brand new meals for 

breakfast, lunch and dinner 

choices. The coffee shop is now a 

serious contender for that morning 

Java with a full compliment 

of specialty coffee drinks. This 

provides an honest-to-goodness 

breakfast restaurant with upscale 

coffees to start the day off right – 

and at the end of the day, historic 

Paso-style cocktails in the lounge! 

If it has been awhile since you 

stopped in for a meal or to enjoy 

a beverage, come on back to The 

Inn. If out-of-town guests are 

coming and you’re out of rooms 

in your home, they might like 

this better! To the management 

at Martin Resorts, congrats on a 

job well done! 

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BUSINESS 

Rockin’ The Vine - Summer Music Concerts at Poalillo 


It’s Summer! At last, after a lousy, 

dry and crummy winter, the music 

scene has started! POALILLO 

VINEYARDS is where it’s at this 

year, my friends! Po-lil-o is how 

it’s pronounced. 

Located on the Rodeo Drive 

of Paso’s wine trails (where there 

are 11 wunnerful wineries located 

within a five minute drive) ya just 

wouldn’t expect anything less in 

terms of a great experience for 

wine and music at a vineyard. The 

business was started by Charlie and 

Joyce Poalillo. Charlie had been a 

professional photographer for his 

career based in Southern California 

(see June PRM). 

Lore has it that it took almost 

7 seconds for Joyce to say, “Yes!” 

when Charlie asked her if they 

should pack up everything and 

everyone and move to El Paso 

de Robles and grow grapes in the 

very early 70s. By the mid 1990s 

Tobin James told Charlie, “I’m 

not going to buy your grapes anymore! 

They are too good, so, go 

start your own winery!” 

“I don’t know how 

to do that,” Charlie 

said. “You will,” Toby 

told him! He did 

and in ‘95, the first 

tasting room opened 

at Willow Creek. An 

early photo of Charlie 

and Joyce is the 

basis for the label on 

the wine bottles. Now, since 2010, 

Poalillo is located at 7970 Vineyard 

Dr. in a killer setting surrounded 

by the vines and the views. There 

is even a one-bedroom get-awayhouse 

on the property that features 

everything you’d imagine for 

the perfect break-in-the-action-ata-winery 

from life as we know it! 

Today, the operation is owned by 

Susan (Poalillo) Garretson and her 

husband Dave. There are 10 1⁄2 acres 

on the property and 1200 cases are 

produced each year. Chardonnay, 

Sauvignon Blanc are followed by 

a Rosé and then 3 different Zins, a 

Cab and a Zin Port. 

The vineyard’s tasting room is 

open EVERY day from 11 a.m. 

until it’s just finally time to close 

Susan Garretson in the tasting room. 

up for the day. Pizza and salads are 

also available and with this great 

weather that we love, it is really hard 

to imagine a better way to hide out 

in the middle of a day – and then 

stay a lot longer! 

Ah, but Chuck, the headline says, 

“MUSIC.” Tell me! 

The family thrives on music and 

Dave Garretson is a pretty darn 

good picker in his own rite. The 

result is that there is weekend music 

about 9 months in each year. To 

focus even more, this is the second 

year that there is a dedicated 

Summer Concert Series at Poalillo. 

Hi-energy bands are the mainstay. 

You’ll recognize the sixteen band 

names and when you hear that Julie 

and the Bad Dogs, Louie Ortega, 

The Mighty Croon 

Dogs are on the 

list, well, make sure 

the dancing shoes 

are in prime condition! 

It’s definitely 

time To Rock in 

the Vines! 

The next concert 

is July 12th and 

there is one-a-week until the end 

of October. Music starts at 6:30 

but the best seats get taken at 

about 6 p.m. With seating sorta 

limited to about 50, you can be 

your own time-schedule judge! 

Food and wine at that time? Of 

course! Tickets cost $20 pp and 

that includes the first glass o’ vino 

and dessert! Club members get a 

discount. Meals are $10 pp prepared 

by Chef Jeffrey Scott or Ms. 

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Bonny Hogue 

– Anchor Real Estate 

Honest, hardworking, tenacious 

and trustworthy – when 

it comes to buying or selling a 

home or winery along the Central 

Coast, these are the qualities most 

people look for in a 

real estate specialist. 

And these are the 

very same qualities 

Anchor Real Estate 

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lists as being among 

the top five ways she would describe 

herself. 

And the fifth? That’s an easy 

one – “happy,” she says. Seems 

as though this realtor has what it 

takes to make her clients happy as 

well. Bonny has been a licensed 

Realtor since 1987 and has extensive 

knowledge in the mortgage 

industry as a Licensed Loan 

Originator in SLO County. With 

27 years of local experience, it’s 

easy to understand why she says 

selling real estate is her passion. 

“I love helping people achieve 

their dreams, whether it is to 

purchase or sell their first home 

or their dream home, buy investment 

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“No matter the dream, every 

transaction is the most important 

and will be met with the utmost 

integrity and service.” 

With good old-fashioned service, 

Bonny takes a keen interest 

in her clients; listens to their individual 

needs, and goes “above and 

beyond.” And, after nearly three 

decades in the profession, she still 

says the best feeling is to deliver 

keys to a homeowner and witness 

their joy as they step into their 

home for the very first time. 

As she extends warm thanks to 

her friends and clients for continued 

trust in her abilities, Bonny 

says, “the highest compliment I 

can receive is the referral of your 

friends, family and business associates.” 

Contact Bonny at Anchor 

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spent countless hours 

watching her mom cut and style 

hair and provide grooming services 

in her small hair styling salon 

in Mexico. Now, after working 

to build a steady clientele in 

Paso Robles, she is celebrating the 

opening of a place she can call her 

own – Edward’s Barber Shop on 

Spring Street. 

Most of her clients remember 

Rosalba, who first trained as a 

Cosmetologist, as a 

kind, detailed-oriented 

professional 

from her seven years 

spent working with 

Nick and Nicole at 

Nick’s Barber Shop 

where she learned 

the trade of specialty men’s cuts. 

When she and her husband, 

Eucebio, decided the time was 

right for her to open her own 

shop, Rosalba had the full support 

of her former employer. 

Now, after nearly six months in 

business, new and former clients 

are finding their way to Rosalba’s 

shop. 

Reyna Flores has been a client 

for many years and says she keeps 

coming back because of Rosalba’s 

special attention to detail as 

a hair stylist. She describes the 

hard-working businesswoman as 

“nice, personable, and friendly.” 

“I wanted to create a shop 

that is warm, inviting, and hospitable,” 

says Rosalba, a mother 

of three who named the shop 

after her son, Edward. Part barber 

shop, part beauty salon, 

Edward’s is not your typical barber 

shop. The décor is pleasant 

and welcoming with a private 

room available by appointment 

for color, highlights, perms and 

other styling options; facial 

waxing services are also available. 

“I like to help people see just 

how good they can look. I like 

to bring out that handsome guy 

or pretty woman.” 

Please see SPOTLIGHT page 59 

“As for me and my house we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15 

Join us 

for Sunday 

Service 

Pastor Vern H. Haynes, Jr. 

Worship Service Sunday 10 AM • 206 5th Street, Templeton CA 93465 

Youth programs available. 

Bible Study 6:30 PM Wednesdays 

Women’s Center, 601 Main St., Templeton 805-975-8594 


BUSINESS 

SPOTLIGHT from page 58 

Edward’s Barber Shop, located 

at 1740 Spring St, Unit D in 

Paso Robles, right behind DK 

Donuts, is open Tuesday through 

Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays 

9 a.m.-2 p.m.; call Rosalba 

Hernandez at 238-2832. 

NAPA Auto Parts 

– the service specialists 

When Ken Myers assumed ownership 

of the NAPA Auto Parts 

store on Riverside Avenue last year, 

he knew the business had a solid 

history of providing great service 

to the local community. His research 

beforehand 

also told him that the 

dedicated and experienced 

staff at the 

store was key to its 

success. 

“This NAPA 

Auto Parts store 

has a local, friendly, 

and knowledgeable staff that 

is known for their expertise in 

finding all types of auto and 

agricultural parts,” says Ken. 

Over the years, in addition to 

store manager Duane Semans, locals 

have come to depend on: Steve 

Price, an original manufacture and 

Owner Ken Myers, left, and the 

crew at NAPA Auto Parts 

hard-to-find parts specialist; Isaac 

Sanchez, paint specialist, and Dick 

Weldon, specialist in all things 

ag-related. 

“We have the best inventory, the 

best people and we know how to 

meet the needs of the local market,” 

says Ken. New staff and 25 percent 

more in-stock inventory has been 

added over the past year as well. 

Need a part for that ATV, farm 

equipment, lawn mower or ski boat 

right away? A shuttle runs twice 

daily between other Central Coast 

NAPA locations to pick up stock 

for the Paso Robles store; overnight 

shipments from the 

main warehouse are 

also available. 

All customers purchasing 

$25 or more 

at NAPA in July will 

receive a free hat as 

part of the Intrepid 

Fallen Heroes Fund, 

an independent not-for-profit serving 

U.S. military personnel wounded 

or injured in service and their families; 

$1 will also be donated to the 

IFHF. T-shirts and wristbands will 

also be available for purchase. 

NAPA Auto Parts, located at 

2901 Riverside Ave. in Paso Robles, 

Perfect Spice Blends for Summer-time BBQ! 

10% OFF 

with this ad 

Downtown Paso 

Corner of 

13th & Pine St. 

805-227-6000 

www.PasoSpices.com 

Tues. - Fri. 10am-6pm • Saturday 11am-5pm • Sun. - Mon. Closed 

Dr. Stefanie Mikulics 

WOMEN’S HEALTH AND BEAUTY 

• Women’s Wellness Exams 

• Hormone/Menopause Treatments 

• Botox Beauty Treatments 

Be your best 

at every age 

1050 Las Tablas, Ste. 2 Templeton • 434-9441 • drmikulics.com 

is open daily: Monday through Friday 

7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-5 

p.m., and Sunday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 

238-0592 for more information. 

Achilles Prosthetics 

and Orthotics comes 

to Templeton 

Serving the San Joaquin Valley 

and Central Coast since 1978, 

Achilles Prosthetics and Orthotics 

recently opened its newest 

office in Templeton to better serve 

the needs of northern SLO County 

patients. Zak Malzhan, a Paso High 

grad and certified Prosthetist with 

17 years of experience, manages 

both the SLO and Templeton offices 

and offers fullservice, 

state-of-the-art 

prosthetics and orthotics 

to patients. 

“Zak is very talented 

and he is an artist,” says 

Donald Newton, area 

manager. “Artistic ability 

is needed in this profession and Zak 

has a passion and love for what he 

does.” 

Growing up with a dad who is 

an amputee and a physical therapist 

mom, Zak says he has been 

submersed in the industry for most 

of his life. “And now I get to make 

Jenifer Chaidez and 

Zak Malzhan 

my Dad’s leg as well,” he adds. 

Zak says the list of services 

Achilles provides for both the adult 

and pediatric populations is endless. 

From leg and arm prosthetics 

to diabetic footwear, wrist splints, 

knee braces and more, the design 

and manufacturing of custom devices 

is a specialty. “We strive to 

return people to a higher quality 

of life and higher level of physical 

mobility or function,” says Zak. 

Serving the San Joaquin Valley 

and Central Coast since 1978, 

Achilles Prosthetics and Orthotics 

is a trusted source in the medical 

community and is committed to 

excellence in quality 

products and patient 

care. With on-call service 

available 24-hours 

a day, year-round, physicians 

have come to 

rely on the expertise and 

compassion the professionals 

at Achilles are 

well-known for. 

Call Zak or ask your physician 

for a referral to Achilles Prosthetics 

and Orthotics, located at 234 

Heather Court in Templeton; 434- 

1600 or achillespo.com for more 

information. 

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TIME & PLACE 

A monthly look at events, meetings 

and special occasions. To submit 

a listing, email bob@pasoroblesmagazine.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. 

JULY 

1-31 • Cancer Support Community 

is a national nonprofit organization 

that provides support, 

education and hope to those with 

cancer and their loved ones. Visit 

twcccc.org for programs that include 

support groups, classes and 

lectures such as Wellness Yoga, 

The Artist’s Way, Nutrition One 

on One, Cancer 101, Athlon Vitality 

Class, and Tai Chi Chih. 

The office is located at 614 13th 

Street, PR. 238-4411. 

7, 14, 21, 28 • North County 

Writing Support Group – Complete 

a writing project with 

the help of Patricia Alexander, 

award-winning author/editor for 

over 35 years. With kindness and 

humor, she provides a weekly 

deadline, feedback, marketing 

savvy and guidance for your personal 

process. 6:30-9:30 p.m. every 

Monday in Paso. $20/Meeting or 

$15/Meeting for four in advance. 

Limited Space: Weekly reservation 

required: 479-7778 or Patricia@ 

PatriciaAlexander.com. 

4 • An Old Fashioned 4th of 

July, Downtown Paso Robles, 

Children’s Parade sponsored by 

the PR Children’s Museum and 

the Cancer Support Community 

11 a.m. to noon, Games, music 

food noon to 4 p.m., Concerts in 

the Park and patriotic program 

5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fireworks 

at City Hall/Library 9:15 p.m. 

Info: Jennifer Smith 238-7432. 

www.paso4th.org. 

5, 12, 19, 26 • GriefShare Seminar 

and Recovery Support Group, 

10 a.m. to 12 noon, Trinity Lutheran 

Church Fireside Conference 

Room, 940 Creston Road, 

Paso Robles. Info: 238-3702, ext 

205 or 206. 

11 • Almond Country Quilters 

Guild, Social time begins at 

6:30 pm. At this month’s meeting, 

Allison Aller (www.alliesin 

stitches.blogspot.com) will present 

a lecture titled “From Sane 

to Crazy: My Life in Quilts.” No 

cost to the public. Please note the 

one-time change in the 

venue. Masonic Lodge, 2607 

Traffic Way, Atasacadero. For info 

on the guild, visit www.almondcountryquilters.org. 

12 • Central Coast Lavender 

Festival, 10 to 5, City Park, 

Lavender products, demonstrations, 

food samples, arts, crafts 

jewelry, live music, kid’s activities. 

Info: www.CCLavenderFestival. 

com,www.pasoroblesdowntown 

.org, 238-4103. Vendor spaces 

available. 

16-27 • California Mid-State 

Fair at the Paso Robles Event 

Center, 2198 Riverside Ave. PR. 

For general information and concert 

schedule, refer this issue, call 

239-0655 or visit www.midstatefair.com. 

Ticket office: 238-3565, 

(800) 909-3247. 

21 • Santa Lucia Rockhounds 

monthly meeting 7 p.m., Templeton 

Community Center, 601 South 

Main. The program is rock and 

mineral related. Guests welcome. 

www.SLrockhounds.org, SLrockhounds@gmail.com, 

975-2740. 

21 • Paso Robles Republican 

Women Federated meets the 

third Monday of the Month 

at the Paso Robles Golf Club, 

1600 Country Club Drive. Checkin 

and ‘social’ at 11:30 a.m. and 

the luncheon meeting begins 

at 12 noon. Guests are welcome. 

Reservations by July 14 @ 226- 

5620 or Julie@adelaideadvisors 

.com. $20 payable at door by check 

or cash. www.prrwf.org. 

24 • Free Pancake Breakfast, 

7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Sponsored by 

the Main Street Association and 

the Mid-State Fair, local Grange 

and farms. Tickets required and 

available FREE from downtown 

participating merchants. Call 238- 

4103. 

29 • North County Newcomer’s 

Club – Deadline to register 

for August 6 mixer at Atascadero 

Lake Park. Social hour 5 p.m., 

dinner 6 p.m. Info: www.northcountynewcomers.org 

meets the 

first Wednesday of the month in 

North County locations. Other 

group activities include potluck 

suppers, crafts, bridge, gardening 

and wine tasting. 

Concerts, Night Life 

and Entertainment 

5 • Art After Dark Paso – First 

Saturday of the month features self 

guided walks through art galleries, 

wine tasting rooms and businesses 

featuring local artists. 6 - 9 p.m. 

Downtown Paso Robles. www.artsobispo.org. 

Please see CALENDAR page 62 

Specializing in Therapeutic Massage for pain relief and stress reduction 

Did You Know? 

Massage can increase immune 

system and flexibility also reduce 

stress knots and headaches. 

New clients receive $10 off a 60 or 90 

minute massage. 

From left: Angie Timone, CMT 

and Gina Yerich, CMT 

Gift Certificates Available - All major credit cards accepted 

805-423-8970 • 612 13th Street Suite B 

www.pasomassage.com 

Building since 1977 

Electrical-Plumbing-Carpentry 

Doors/Windows-Patching Walls/Painting 

Tile Work-Gates/Fences Porches/Decks 

Termite/Fungus Repair/Gutters 

Swamp Coolers/Faucets & Water Heaters 

Single Parent and Senior Discounts 

(805) 423-3333 

“NO PROBLEMS...JUST SOLUTIONS” 

Ron Chadwick 


DIRECTORY of LOCAL HOUSES of WORSHIP 

The following listing of area churches/synagogues is provided free of 

charge as a community service by Adelaide Inn and Paso Robles 

Magazine. 

Our goal is to have this become a complete listing of places of worship 

located in Paso Robles, Templeton, San Miguel and Shandon. For 

Apostolic Assembly of the 

Faith of Christ Jesus 

2706 Spring St., Paso Robles 

Bilingual Services: 

Wed & Fri, 7 p.m., 

Sunday 12 Noon 

Pastor Miguel Alvarado 

(805) 610-2930 

Bethel Lutheran Church 

295 Old County Rd., Templeton 

Service: 9:30 a.m. 

Pastor Russ Gordon 

Pastor Amy Beveridge 

(805) 434-1329 

Bridge Christian Curch 

Currently meeting at 

Centennial Park Banquet Room 

600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles 


Pastor Tim Mensing 

805-975-7178 

Calvary Chapel Paso Robles 

1615 Commerce Way, 

Paso Robles 


Pastor Aaron Newman 

(805) 239-4295 

Celebration Worship 

Center-PCOG 

988 Vineyard Drive, Templeton 

Pastor Roy Spinks 

Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. 

(805) 434-2424 

Central Coast Center 

for Spiritual Living 

689 Crocker St., Templeton 

Service: 10 a.m. 

Rev. Dr. Don and 

Rev. LaVonne Welsh 

(805) 434-9447 

Christian Life Center 

1744 Oak St., Paso Robles 

Service: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. 

Pastor Don Smith 

(805) 238-3366 

Christian Science Society 

17th & Chestnut Streets, 

Paso Robles 


(805) 239-1361 

Church of Jesus Christ 

of Latter-day Saints 

1020 Creston Rd., Paso Robles 


Bishop Brian Kerr 

Service: 1 p.m. 

Bishop Mark Goforth 

(805) 238-4216, 

238-4214, 238-4217 

Congregation Ohr Tzafon 

2605 Traffic Way, Atascadero 

Service: Fridays, 7:30 p.m. 

Rabbi Janice Mehring 

(805) 466-0329 

Covenant Presbyterian Church 

1450 Golden Hill Rd., 

Paso Robles 


Pastor Dan Katches 

(805) 238-6927 

Cowboy Church 

Ride For the Brand Ministry 

Templeton Livestock Market 

Sale Barn 

Main St., Templeton 

Service: Thursdays, 7 p.m. 

Pastor Mike Mosby 

(805) 463-2455 

Dayspring Full Gospel 

1101 Riverside, Paso Robles 

Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. 

Pastor Harry Balson 

(805) 239-3273 

Family Praise & Worship 

206 5th St., Templeton 


Pastor Vern H. Haynes Jr. 

(805) 975-8594 

Family Worship Center 



Pastor Patrick Sheean 

(805) 239-4809 

First Baptist Church 

1645 Park St., Paso Robles 

Pastor Michael R. Garman 

Services: 8:45 & 10:30 a.m. 

(805) 238-4419 

First Mennonite Church 

2343 Park St. Paso Robles 


Pastor Romero 

(805) 238-2445 

First Missionary Baptist Church 

of Paso Robles 

Corner of 3rd & Olive Streets 


Pastor Jeff Barger 

(805) 239-8756 

First Presbyterian Church 

of Templeton 

610 S. Main St., Templeton 


Reverend Charlie Little 

(805) 434-1921 

Fuente de Agua Viva 

1521 Oak St, Paso Robles 

Service: Thursday: 7 p.m. 

and Sunday: 3 p.m. 

Pastor Jorge Alvarez 

(805) 714-3827 

Grace Baptist Church 



Pastor Kelsey Pietsch 

(805) 238-3549 

Heritage Village Church 

At the Senior Center, 

Heritage Ranch 


Pastor Ed Bedrosian 

(805) 238-9240 

Highlands Church 

Corner S. River and Niblick, 

215 Oak Hill, Paso Robles 

Services: 8:30, 9:45 & 11 a.m. 

Pastor Sean Martin 

(805) 226-5800 

Adelaide Inn 

1215 Ysabel Ave 

(just off 24th near Hwy 101 

and 46 East intersection) 

Paso Robles, phone 238-2770 

Lake Way Country 

Church/Ministries 

Meeting at Cappy Culver 

Elementary School, 

11011 Heritage Loop Rd. 


Pastors: Rodger & Julie Coale 

(805) 423-4095 

Life Community Church 

3770 Ruth Way, Templeton 


Pastor Keith Newsome 

(805) 434-5040 

Life Worth Living Church of God 

620 – 17th St., Paso Robles 


Pastor Jim Wilde 

(805) 238-0978 

Lighthouse Community Church 

301 13th St. San Miguel 

Services: 9:45 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. 

Pastor John Wheat 

(805) 467-3636 

Live Oak 

1521 Oak St., Paso Robles 


Pastor John Kaiser 

(805) 238-0575 

Living Waters 

Christian Fellowship 

2085 Gateway Dr., 

Heritage Ranch 


Pastor Jedidiah McClure 

(805) 239-1716 

Methodist Ministries 

Meeting at 1005 Railroad St. 

at 10th St. 


For information call 238-2006 

Mid State Baptist Church 

1749 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles 

Services: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 

Pastor Bruce Fore 

(805) 238-2281 

Mission San Miguel Parish 

775 Misssion Street, San Miguel 

Weekday Mass: 8 a.m. 

Weekend Mass: 

Saturday: 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. (Vigil) 

Sunday: 7 a.m., 11 a.m., 

6 p.m. (Spanish) 

Reverend Pedro Umana 

(805) 467-2131 

New Day Center 

530 12th St., Paso Robles 

English Service: 10 a.m. 

Pastor Brad Alford 

Hispanic Service: 2 p.m. 

Pastor Vincente Salmeron 

(805) 239-9998 

New Life Tabernacle 

3850 So. Ramada Dr. Ste. D, 

Paso Robles 


Pastor Efrain Cordero 

Niblick Road Baptist Church 

1145 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles 


Pastor Christopher Cole 

(805) 238-4614 

those churches/synagogues who have not yet responded to the request 

for information and would like to be included in this directory, please 

email your name, address, phone, service times and pastor’s/rabbi’s 

name to Paso Robles Magazine at: prmagazine@charter.net 

All worship service times listed are for Sundays, unless noted otherwise: 

North County Christian Fellowship 

421 9th St. , Paso Robles 

Services: 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 

Pastor Steve Calagna 

(805) 239-3325 

Oak Shores Christian Fellowship 

2727 Turkey Cove, 

at the Clubhouse, Oak Shores 


Pastor Rodger Coale 

(805) 423-4095 

Paso Robles Bible Church 

2206 Golden Hill Rd., 

Paso Robles 

Services: Saturday, 6:30 p.m. 

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. 

Pastor Dave Rusco 

Pastor Mark Wheeler 

(805) 226-9670 

Paso Robles Church 

of the Nazarene 

Meeting at the Paso Robles 

Youth Arts Foundation 

3201 Spring St., Paso Robles 


Pastor Brent Wylie 

(805) 238-4300 

Paso Robles Community Church 

2706 Spring St, Paso Robles 


Pastor Shawn Penn 

(805) 239-4771 

Plymouth Congregational 

Church, UCC 

Thirteenth and Oak Streets, 

Paso Robles 


Pastor Steven Mabry 

(805) 238-3321 

River of Life Christian Fellowship 

2405 Spring, Paso Robles 

Multi-Purpose Room/Auditorium 

Flamson Middle School 


Pastor Tim Osuch 

(805) 748-4956 

Second Baptist Church 

1937 Riverside Ave. 


Pastors: 

Rueben Tate, Gary Jordon 

(805) 238-2011 

Shandon Assembly of God 

420 Mesa Grande, Shandon 


Hispanic Service: 4 p.m. 

Pastor Ted Hunt 

(805) 239-3138 

Shandon United 

Methodist Church 

105 Second Street, Shandon 

Service 9:30 a.m. 

Rev. Fred B. Morris 

(805) 238-3134 

Solid Rock Christian Fellowship 

925 Bennett Way, Templeton 


Pastor Jeff Saylor 

(805) 434-2616 

Provided as a community service by... 

St. James Episcopal Church 

1335 Oak, Paso Robles 

Services: 8 a.m. (Rite I), 

10 a.m. (Rite II) 

Interim Pastor, Rev. Robert Eaton 

(805) 238-0819 

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 


Weekday Mass: M-S, 7 a.m. 

Weekend Masses: 

Saturday - 5 p.m. (Vigil) 

Sunday - 8 a.m., 

10 a.m. (Family Mass) 

12:30 p.m. (Spanish) 

5 p.m. (Teen) 

& 7 p.m. (Spanish) 

Father Roberto Vera 

(805) 238-2218 

Templeton Hills Seventh-day 

Adventist Church 

930 Templeton Hills Rd., 

Templeton 

Services: Saturday 9:30 & 

10:30 a.m. 

Pastor Ivor Myers 

(805) 434-1710 

The Revival Center 

3850 Ramada Dr., Ste. A-3, 

Paso Robles 


Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz 

(805) 434-5170 

The Rock Church 


Service: 7 p.m. Friday Nights 

Pastors Ed & Char Barger 

(661) 587-7625 

Trinity Lutheran Church 


Contemporary Service: 9 a.m. 

Traditional Service: 10:45 a.m. 

Sr. Pastor Dan Rowe 

(805) 238-3702 

True Life Christian Fellowship 

Lockwood/Jolon Road, across 

from the school in Lockwood 


Pastor Erick Reinstedt 

(805) 472-9325 

Truth Tabernacle 


Services: 9 a.m. & 6 p.m. 

Pastor David Webb 

(805) 423-3135 

Victory Outreach Paso Robles 

3850 Ramada Drive Suite B3 

Services: Sunday, 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, 7 p.m. 

Pastor Jason Wilson 

(805) 835-4195 

Vineyard Church of Christ 

601 So. Main St., Templeton 


Evangelist: Steve Orduno 

(805) 610-4272 

Vintage Community Church 

692 Peterson Ranch Road, 

Templeton 

Services: 9 & 11 a.m. 

Coaches: Aaron Porter, 

Dayn Mansfield 

(805) 543-0943 

Paso Robles Magazine 

P.O. Box 3996, 

Paso Robles, CA 93447, 

phone 239-1533 

or prmagazine@charter.net 


TIME & PLACE 

CALENDAR from page 60 

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • Second Press 

“Bites and Flights” Winemaker 

Wednesdays and Live Music! 

Exceptional pairings of local 

wines with menu selected by Chef 

Ryan Swarthout. 5:30 p.m. - 9 

p.m. Second Press Wine Bar & 

Eatery, 810 11th Street, PR, 226- 

7500, secondpress.biz. 

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • Concerts in 

the Park, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. 

- 8:30 p.m., Templeton City Park, 

food by Templeton Market. Series 

runs through August 20. 

4, 11, 18, 25 • Concerts in the 

Park, 5:30 - 7:30, Paso Robles 

City Park Gazebo. 

10 & 31 • Summer Patio Dining 

at Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse. 

7/10 Wine & Tapas, 5:00 p.m. to 

7 p.m. featuring Vina Robles. 7/31 

Winemaker Dinner 6:00 p.m. 

The Wellness Kitchen and Resource Center 

1255 Las Tablas Rd., Templeton 

434-1800 Visit TheWKRC.org. 

The weekly Wellness Foods program 

offers pre-ordered meals for 

those desiring healthy foods made 

with nutrient dense, fresh ingredients. 

Order by phone (434-1800) or fax 

(434-1885) by each Sunday for pickup 

the following Wednesday. 

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • The Morning Cup of 

Grace – Start the day with inspiration 

to empower and inspire, 8:30 to 

9:30 a.m. Healing Tea and gluten free 

treats, $5 love offering. 

12 • Healthy Cooking for People 

Touched by Cancer –Cool Summer 

Foods, Free to those with cancer from 

the Pay it Forward program. Caregivers, 

family and friends welcome for 

Highlights $ 70 

with free haircut! 

Barbara 

Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 

805-423-5243 

Alejandra 

Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat. 

805-238-1019 

725 6th Street 

(across from the Post Office) 

a suggested love offering of $20/ 

class. RSVP required. 

21 • Wellness Workshop, 6 to 

7:30 p.m., a gathering to create your 

hearts highest, happiest, and healthiest 

vision for 2014. 

23 • Introduction to Wellness – A 

one-hour FREE introductory overview 

and discussion on the “Top 10 

Changes” you can make for clean 

eating, understanding the terms organic, 

honestly farmed and the Dirty 

Dozen. RSVP requested. 

31 • Soul Kitchen! Wellness Kitchen 

by Day, Soul Kitchen by Night. 6 to 8 

p.m. Music by Route 66, wine tasting 

by a local winery and light dinner 

prepared by The Kitchen. $15, limited 

seating, come early! 

featuring Donati Family Vineyard. 

Live acoustic music. Info: 

238-2660, pasoroblesinn.com. 

12, 18, 26 • Rockin’ the Vine 

at Poalillo Vineyards. 7/12 King 

Cody, 7/18 Dee Dee and the 

Bluz Dogz, 7/26 Traxx. Limited 

seating, tickets available at www. 

brownpapertickets.com (login 

and search for band/artist name 

and Poalillo Winery. Discounts 

for wine club members. Info: 238- 

0621, susan@poalillovineyards. 

com. 7970 Vineyard Drive, Paso 

Robles. 

12 & 26 • Saturday Live Feat 

at Vina Robles Winery featuring 

Melody Klemin 7/12, Three Martini 

Lunch 7/26, 1 p.m - 4:00 p.m., 

complimentary, No RSVP needed. 

Wine for purchase and tastings 

available. 3700 Mill Road, Paso 

Robles. www.vinarobles.com. 

13 & 26 • Concerts at Castoro 

Cellars. 7/13 features The JD 

Project from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 

7/26 features SLOfolks presenting 

The Birds of Chicago. Doors 

open at 6 p.m. Show at 7 p.m. $22. 

Dinner by Dining with André. 

1315 N. Bethel Road, PR, 238- 

0725. 

17-27 • Festival Mozaic – the 

44th annual classical music festival 

with over 30 events throughout 

San Luis Obispo. Visit www. 

festivalmozaic.com for info and 

concert dates/locations. 

Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse 

& Cattlemen’s Lounge 

1103 Spring St., 226-4925 

Steakhouse: Prime Rib Wednesdays! 

Cattlemen’s Lounge: Happy 

Hour, 4-7 pm, includes cocktail 

and menu specials; Monday Industry 

Night, 6-9 p.m., 20% off 

for all professionals; Taco Tuesday 

4-7 p.m.; Wednesday Locals 

Appreciation Night Happy Hour 

4-CLOSE; Acoustic Thursdays, 

7-9pm: 7/3: Kenny Taylor Band, 

7/10: Les Beck, 7/17: Adam 

Rowland,7/24: Kenny Taylor 

Band, 7/31: Lance Robison; Saturday 

Night $5 Drink Specials, 

8-12 pm; Friday & Saturday Live 

Entertainment, 9:30-11:30 p.m.: 

7/4-7/5: Bobby Santa Cruz, 

7/11-7/12: Rough House, 7/18- 

7/19: Stellar, 7/25-7/26: Nataly 

Lola 

PASO ROBLES 

EVENT CENTER 

No events during Fair 

time. For information, 

call 239-0655 or email 

mail@midstatefair.com 

Piano and 

French Lessons 

1st Piano Lesson 

FREE with AD 

20 years teaching experience 

Very friendly & patient teacher 

Ages 5 to 80 welcome 

To Schedule and for Pricing 

(805) 237-0747 

46 East Storage 35 

805 Horse Tales 49 

Achilles Prosthetics 45 

Advanced Concrete 57 

Advanced Construction 41 

Alliance Board Co. 23 

American Builders 

Supply 22 

American Oak 3 

Artworks 49 

Austin, Mary Ann 43 

Baker, Richard 43 

Bella V 62 

Berkshire-Hathaway 13 

Berry Hill Bistro 10 

BlakesTrueValue 25 

Blakeslee&Blakeslee 53 

Blenders 25 

Bless Your Heart Bakery 20 

Body Basics 34 

Bonny Hogue-Anchor 

RE 18 

Bresk, Helena 49 

Bridge Sportsmen 20 

California Mid State 

Fair 64 

Camp Roberts 12 

Cantinas Festival 21 

Casey Print 58 

Casper, EJ, DDS 23 

CC Renaissance 

Festival 15 

Chalekson, Dr. Char 47 

CLC - Fireworks 14 

Cider Creek 15 

City-Concerts in Park 39 

City-Waterwise 34 

City-Recreation 38 

CLC-Fireworks 14 

Cone & Associates 32 

Connect Home Loans 15 

Country Oaks Glass 57 

Dawg on It 56 

Dutch Maytag 37 

DIRECTORY TO OUR ADVERTISERS 

Eddington Funeral Svs 26 

Edwards Barber Shop 37 

El Paso Storage 59 

El Paso de Robles 

History Society 12 

Electrology Studio 

of PR 36 

Estrella 39 

Estrella Warbirds 41 

Family Praise 58 

Fidelity Title 26 

Fiesta Grande 19 

Fox Hill Pool & Spa 56 

Forsythe, Dr. 55 

Frontier Floors 36 

Gallagher Video 55 

Gilliss, Keith/PRIME 39 

Golden Collar 41 

GRL Computing 62 

Hansen Bros. Cleaning 53 

Harris Stage Lines 48 

Healthy Inspiration 54 

Heart to Heart RE 52 

Hers, Mine & Yours 45 

HFG Insurance 52 

Home Elegance 19 

Hunter Ranch 25 

Idler’s 63 

Indulge Restaurant 41 

Jaffa Cafe 12 

Lake Nacimiento Realty 19 

Lansford Dental 49 

Livin in the Wild West 51 

Lube N Go 24 

Main St Animal Hosp 46 

Mikulics 59 

Napa Auto Parts 44 

Natural Alternative 21 

Next Lvl Golf 

-Fusion RE 35 

Nose to Tail 24 

Odyssey Cafe 45 

PAN Jewelers 7 

Papich Construction 50 

Paradise Limousine 24 

Paris Coffee 26 

Park Cinemas 42 

Paso Massage Therapy 60 

Paso PetCare 36 

PR Chamber of Comm 60 

PR District Cemetery 37 

PR Door & Trim 54 

PR Furniture 19 

PR Glass 48 

PR Golf Club 8 

PR Handyman 57 

PR Inn 2 

PR Insurance 40 

PR Land Co 27 

PR Pet Boarding 50 

PR Main Street 44 

PR Rotary-Winemakers 33 

PR Safe & Lock 21 

Peck, Bibiche - Piano 62 

Photo Stop 20 

Platinum Prop-Lera 44 

Poalillo,Val-Cold-Banker 37 

Professional Design 33 

Pro Handyman 60 

Pure Elements 33 

Railsback Insurance 49 

Red Scooter Deli 39 

Revive Massage 55 

Sauret’s Errand Svs 32 

SAVOR Central Coast 35 

Scoles,Patsy Law 

Office 33 

Second Press 18 

Simple Lending 34 

SolaraloS 50 

Solarponics 53 

Sotheby’s-Desmond 4, 5 

Sotheby’s-York 11 

Spice of Life 59 

Sprain Draperies 57 

Stifel Nicolaus 10 

Stoltzfus, Abby 58 

Stove & Spa 40 

Takkens 19 

Ted Hamm Ins 51 

The Auto Bahn 47 

The Loft 40 

Tree of Life 42 

Tubb, J.K. 

Landscaping 37 

Varian Kennels 48 

Vic’s Cafe 23 

Vizions-Laura 42 

Western Janitorial 41 

Whitehorse 51 

Wine Country Theater 45 

Worship Directory 61 

Woodrum, Chad 

Const. 43

2014 July PASO Magazine

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