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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

5 Edtoral 12 Vllage Beat 42 Our Tow Abel Maldonado, Republican candidate or U.S. Montecito Association and Women League o Voters’ Community Angels Network’s September meeting; K-9 Representative, 24thth District, shares his stance on issues co-sponsored MFPD candidate orum; rst annual PALS annual Dog Festival approaches 6 6 Motecto Mscellay Coast Village Classic Car Show or Special Olympics; 44 Caledar o Evets Nine Montecito residents eatured on Forbes’ richest new Friendship Center board members; Crane turns Jazz at La Cumbre; Pat Metheny returns; Alison Krauss people list; Robert and Gretchen Lie host reception 85; om Pickett chosen as Chairman o the Board o and Union Station at Chumash; Crosby, Stills & Nash or Salman Rushdie; Karin Finell publishes book rustees at LBS play Bowl; Rhythmic Arts Project Benet Concert; SOL on amily tragedy; Hollye and Je Jacobs throw 14 See Aroud The World Food Festival; K-9 PALS Dog Festival; Mac Miller raps tea party; SB Wildlie Care Network cruise; Nina Lynda and Don’s European adventure continues at Bowl; Mr. Holland’s Opus screening; Blues Society erzian’s “Lie’s A Beac h” bash; Montecito rails 23 Comg & Gog hosts pianist Henry Gray; Arts & Lectures season opens Foundation’s 27th annual barbecue; Kirk Douglas Michael owbes adds another award to his with Elvis Costello; Te Black Keys return to Bowl; invited to St. Paul’s Cathedral; Waxing Poetic grand crowded mantel; 23-year-old Jessica Hambright to James Wapotich’s presentation opening; Camerata Paciica season opens; Funk direct Once Upon A Mattress at La Cumbre Junior 45 Move Showtmes Zone ashion show; Rock of Ages at Granada; Cat on High School Latest lms, times, theaters, and addresses: they’re all a Hot in Roof at Center Stage; Endeavour lies low 27 Book Talk here, as they are every week over Montecito Tis Is How You Lose Her is the latest collection o short 48 Gude to Motecto Eateres 8 8 Letters to the Edtor stories rom Dominican-American writer Junot Díaz Te most complete, up-to-date, comprehensive listing Joy Knapp questions reader’s memory; Susan Jackson 30 Your Westmot o all individually owned Montecito restaurants, cofee sad to see space program gone; Susan rushes to buy Mark L. Sargent installed as provost; Rick Iand houses, bakeries, gelaterias, and hangouts; others in owers rom Lynn; Keith Frick’s take on Verizon to direct Eaton Program or Entrepreneurship and Santa Barbara, Summerland, and Carpinteria too 10 10 Ths Week  Motecto Innovation 49 Ere’s World El Montecito Early School panel; Cold Spring’s Move- 31 O Face Ernie and his wie venture to exotic Canadian Costco A-Ton; SBB& throws Doggie Appreciation Day; im Hatton asks: is gold overpriced? Publc Advertsemets Artwalk 2012; MUS dads cook pancakes; Fall Open 33 Sher’s Blotter 50 Real Estate Vew House at Mediterranee; Architecours 2012; Linda Accident on 101; two thets rom vehicles on oday’s Heat score o 100 is 89% higher than last year’s Miller speaks at Lotusland; Curious Cup Banned Books Buttery Lane 51 93108 Ope House Drectory Celebration; Santa Barbara SCORE workshop; Alex 34 Seorty Homes and condos currently or sale and open or Sepkus trunk show; Arts o the Palette; Food and Wine Center or Successul Aging ofers peer counseling to inspection in and near Montecito Saari’s Octoberest; Saks Fith Avenue reception; Jog-a- assist seniors 54 Classfed Advertsg Ton at MUS; Cottage Health System seminar; La Casa 36 O Etertamet Our very own “Craigslist” o classied ads, in which de Maria retreat; Family Care Network presents aste o Aspen Santa Fe Ballet makes local debut; Nebula Dance sellers ofer everything rom summer rentals to estate sales the Central Coast Lab launches season; classical music around town; Kirk 55 Local Busess Drectory Tde Gude Douglas lm tribute Smart business owners place business cards here so Handy guide to assist readers in determining when to 37 The Curous Traveler readers know where to look when they need what those take that walk or run on the beach Jerry Dunn explores old-world, airytale-like Slovenia businesses ofer 44 Editorial by James Buckley Abel Maldoado For Cogress

Abel Maldonado, Republican candidate for U.S. Representative, 2424thth District

he former California Lieutenant Governor Abel Maldonado dropped by Lucky’s recently during an informal visit to some of his potential Tconstituents in Montecito. We say “potential,” as Mr. Maldonado, a Republican, is running against six-term U.S. Congresswoman Lois Capps , aa Democrat. The district (now the 24 thth) they are contending for has been reshaped from what had been called (particularly by Ms Capps’ detractors) the “Ribbon of Shame.” It was a specially drawn Congressional District that slithered up the coast of California for nearly 400 miles, taking in most of the coastal zone from Oxnard to Vandenberg. “I’m in a hell of a race,” Abel says with some seriousness as he sits down at our table accompanied by three supporters, including Robert Eringer , aa Montecito resident who had taken it upon himself to ferry Mr. Maldonado around our village and introduce him to various people that may be instrumen- tal in forging a successful campaign. Abel Maldonado looks to have the best chance of beating Ms Capps since she first ran for Congress nearly 14 years ago after her husband’s untimely death. Mr. Maldonado is not a Tea Party Republican. He is a “moderate” Republican, in the mold of perhaps the now much-missed Robert Lagomarsino. So, Tea Party types can expect to be disappointed regularly by Mr. Maldonado. But, there are some things about him worth considering, the most important being Building that he and his family have built a $5-million farming business. That should count on two fronts: the first, naturally, is that he has experience running a small business in this state and is familiar with the roadblocks presented to such Peaacce of entities. Secondly, he is also familiar with the EPA’s rapidly encroaching power – and its abuse – over the smallest matters concerning land use. “We are in a very, very competitive race,” he says, “probably one of the top ten races in America. And, I’m running at a time where I feel that there is no certainty for small-business owners in America and no confidence of the American Mind people in their government back in Washington. Washington,” he concludes, “is completely broken.” That’s a common refrain, I suggest, and add that many people are pleased (as am I) that Washington is notnot working, especially after seeing what “working” has done to the economy between 2008 and 2010, with the passage of the various “Stimulus” packages, bailouts, ObamaCare and the rest. “Actually, no, it’s not a common refrain for me,” he responds, “I believe it… a sixteen-trillion dollar debt… nearly one hundred percent of GDP… We’ve lost our [AAA] credit rating for the first time… bailing out insurance companies and banks… I think this campaign is going to come down to two things: status quo or a new direction. I bring that new direction.” I reminded Mr. Maldonado that many Tea Party types and conservatives, such as his primary opponent Chris Mitchum , up until now have refused to support Maldonado’s candidacy because of his vote to raise taxes as a legisla- tor. His vote came in return, many claim, for his being appointed then-governor Schwarzenegger’s Lieutenant Governor, to fill a vacancy. “W“Well, look…,” he began to say before we were interrupted by a Maldonado supporter who delivered – in person – his campaign contribution in the form of a check. Visit Our Website “I didn’t do cartwheels,” he continues after thanking his supporter, “for that GIFFIN & CRANE www.GiffinAndCrane.com budget in 2009. California was on the verge of bankruptcy. For the first time in GENERAL CONTRACTORS, INC Phone (805) 966-6401 License 611341 the history of our state, we sent out over two million IOUs on tax refunds. We were on the verge of shutting down all our construction projects on the 5, the AA ward WW inning BB uilders SS ince 1986

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The Move-A-Thon is a circuit that consists o 11 dierent stations. Each station will Info: (805) 695-0910 When: Sunday, September 30 through have kids completing events such as hurdles, sack hop, bucket tilts and more. The Saturday, October 66 children do as many circuits as they can or 20 minutes. ArchitecTours 2012 Where: Curious Cup Bookstore, When: Teacher trike race begins at 12:30, ollowed by start times or students at Fire-resistant building design, construction 929 Linden Avenue 1:05, 1:30 and 2 pm Where: 2243 Sycamore Canyon Road Info: 969-2678 and landscaping is the theme o this year’s Cost: reeree ArchitecTours presented by the Santa Info: (805) 220-6608 Barbara chapter o the American Institute THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27 Artwalk 2012 o Architects. 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Mr. teacher Vero ninica GaGallllarardodo ;; coco-- Outdoor Exhibition); Saturday and Sunday or (805) 966-4198 WWeiss has created a number o successul ounder o UCSB’s Koegel Clinic $10 general admission, $9 museum businesses in the men’s apparel industr y,y, Dr. Lynn Koegel;; early childhood members, children under 12 ree SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 30 and is an expert at developing products specialist Ju Judy OsOs teterhrhagagee; speech Info and reservations: (805) 682-4711 rom inception to retail distribution. He and language pathologist PaPamm ext. 181 or www.sbnature.org/tickets Curious Cup’s 2nd Annual Banned has created partnerships with brand Suess and clinical psychologist Dr.Dr. Books Celebration names such as Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, Jo Jordrdan WiWitttt.. SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 29 Curious Cup will be celebrating the reedom Nautica, Lanvin, Fendi and Aquascutum. 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“arts o the palette,” both silent auction and Partner o Mullen & Henzell Joe Green spot rafe drawings o art, wines and oods will be presenting. Seating is limited; pre- will be available. All proceeds benet the registration is required. Foodbank o Santa Barbara County Kids’ When: 11:30 am to 1 pm Farmers Market Program. Where: Marmalade Caé, When: 5 to 8 pm La Cumbre Plaza Where: Spanish Garden Inn, Cost: reeree 915 Garden Street Info and reservations: (805) 879-8982 As a seller, now more than ever, you should insist Cost: $65 per person Info and reservations: (805) 564-4700 or SATURDAY OCTOBER 6 6 on a creative marketing plan and an aggressive www.oodbanksbc.org Centering Prayer Practice Retreat advertising budget to get your property sold. THURSDAY OCTOBER 4 On the rst Saturday o each month La Casa de Maria oers a mini-retreat day Octoberfest or Centering Prayer practice. There Each year, Dan Encell spends over $250,000 Food and Wine Saari presents Octoberest will be meditation walks, journaling, to market & advertise his listings. With this wine dinner with King Frosch wines rom refection and centering prayer practice. Germany. Meet German wine expert Sr. Suzanne Dunn, Mark Benson and commitment, he has been able to achieve tremendous Klaus Bellinghausen, ounder o BBG Annette Colbert, share acilitating and results despite difficult market conditions: Wines. Klaus will introduce you to his high- teaching. end, all natural King Frosch wines, and you When: 9:30 am to 1 pm will sip everything rom sparkling to red and Where: 800 El Bosque Road white, then taste his ice wine with dessert. Cost: donation Dan has ranked within the TTop 10 Prudential Agents in When: 6 pm Info: 969-5031 Where: Tydes Restaurant, Coral Casino the world for seven consecutive years! Cost: $85 per person SAVE THE DATE Info and reservations: enjoy@ oodandwinesaari.com or Elizabeth,, Cancer Center Walk/Run (805) 698-3426 The Cancer Center o Santa Barbara Want results? Call Dan Encell at 565-4896. and the Biltmore present the 20th Annual Opening Reception Cancer Center Walk/Run, a 5K run or Saks Fith Avenue invites you to meet walk or a 10K run (and Kids’ Fun Run) Remember, it doesn’t cost any more to work with Patricia Crosby-Hinds, internationally When: Sunday, October 14; 10K Run acclaimed artist. Enjoy light rereshments starts at 8 am, 5K Walk/run starts at 8:3030 the best. (But it can cost you plenty if you don’t.) and preview her latest collection o am, and Kids Fun Run is at 10 am abstract images. Ten percent o sales rom Where: Montecito Union School, the evening (and rom October 4 through 385 San Ysidro Road October 6) will benet the John E. Proant Info/registration: www.ccsb.org Foundation or the Arts. When: 5 to 8 pm ONGOING Daniel Encell Where: Saks Fith Avenue, 1001 State Street Design House & Gardens Info: (805) 884-5205 Joining orces with the Junior League o Director, Estate Division Santa Barbara, developers Joanie andand FRIDAY OCTOBER 5 Dennis Franz invite the public to tour Prudential Fine Homes this year’s Design House and Gardens Montecito Union School Jog-a-Thon starting September 13, and every Beginning ater lunch, the students will Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Call: (805) 565-4896 participate in the jog-a-thon at various until October 7. The roughly 6,000-sq-t, times throughout the aternoon; unds 6-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom, shingle-style raised benet PTA-sponsored programs estate boasts an additional 2-bedroom such as the Organic Gardening Club, cabana, swimming pool, covered bocce [email protected] Artist in Residence, Art-At-Lunch and more ball court, outdoor gourmet kitchen, and Where: 385 San Ysidro Road loggia with an additional outdoor wood- Visit: www.DanEncell.com Info: 969-3249 burning replace, among many other attributes. Luncheon and Educational Seminar When: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Cottage Health System presents a Sunday until October 7; 10 am to 2 pm complimentary, no-obligation luncheon to Where: Parking will be at 2810 Via Real, inorm individuals about how to leverage Summerland real property into a philanthropic git Cost: $35 per ticket and ensure quality health care or all. Info and Tickets: www.sbdhg.com •• M M J J 11 ZieglerSpecials & Co. Usak Viillage Beat Collection Relax of Fall by Kelly Mahan This Week Your Caddate Forum Seven of the eight candidates into running for MFPD Board of Feet Directors Comfort Ideal for Scarlett Mediterranean Sale: $1499 High End Furnishings& & at WholeCoastalsale Homes Prices

Natural dyes Av100%ailable Hand in Made any Chemical-Freestyle Durable & Unique size n Monday, September 24, enforcing compliance with current close to 70 Montecito residents standards for fire protection. After the color Oattended the Montecito prepared questions, members of the fabric Association and Women League of audience were asked to submit ques- Slade Voters’ co-sponsored candidate forum tions for the candidates’ review. Sale: $1699 at El Montecito Presbyterian Church. Martha Collins , a resident who lost The forum served to give candidates her home in the Tea Fire, hopes to be 1117 State St. running for the Montecito Fire elected in order to improve district Santa Barbara, CA Protection District Board of Directors transparency, and help manage its (805) 962-2166 a platform in which to address the budget. Ms Collins has been involved neighborhood and share their views with the district for the last four years rugsandmore.com on issues aecting the district. since the Tea Fire, helping the 13 SOFA On the November general election families of Hyde Road in Montecito ballot, Montecito residents will bebe negotiate with the district in order to asked whether they want to increase rebuild their homes. “I was there, I the MFPD board from three to five saw it, and it was like a tsunami,” she members. At the same time, voters said of the Tea Fire. “All we wanted will be asked to elect four of eight to do was get out in front of it.” She candidates, in case the measure pass- says her experience as a homeowner Custom Designs in Platinum anD golD by Danuta & JonatHan es. One incumbent, John Venable , , forced to rebuild makes her a viable is not up for re-election at this time. candidate for the board. The candidates are Martha Collins , , Mindy Denson is a director on the Mindy Denson , , Susan Keller , , Montecito Association Board, and sits Warner Owens , , Abe Powell , , Gene on the boards of the Santa Barbara Sinser , , Peter van Duinwyk , and Zoo and Santa Barbara Wildlife Care MFPD incumbent Roy Jensen , who Network. She told the audience that if has been on the three-member board elected, she would push for the estab- since 1975. All the candidates except lishment of sub committees to look at Jensen attended the forum; current finance, governance, and community director Dana Newquist is not re- outreach issues. Ms Denson supports running. Fire Station 3 and its location, and The candidates were given a list says there is room for negotiation of questions to prepare answers for regarding the station’s size, bulk and before the forum. They included such scale. topics as financial management expe- Susan Keller , former MA direc- rience, opinions on pension obligation tor and current Montecito Board of issues with the district, Fire Station 3, Architectural Review board mem- wildfire preparedness practices, and ber, said she believes MFPD’s bud- LLymphatic herapy Reduce swelling, boost your immune system and increase your body's ability to flter out toxins with Lymphatic Terapy caLL foR in-stoRe oR HoMe aPPointMent WitH tHe DesiGneRs Jennifer Schwarz, LMT, MLD Montecito santa fe (805) 452-2678 1185 C V Rd, s. #5 209 W s Frcc s. mc, Ca 93108 s F, nm 87501 Licensed and certifed through Norton School o (805)845-5145 (505)988-4477 Lymphatic Terapy and Center or Lymphatic Health 12 get needs to be organized. With the struction of Fire Station 3. increased cost of workers’ comp and Peter van Duinwyk , a member of of increasing pension obligations, Ms the MA board of directors, is a former Keller is in favor of bringing in finan- teacher. He is in favor of the third Fire cial advisors to clean up the district’s Station, and told the audience that budget. She is also concerned about 385 homes are still outside of the five- building Fire Station 3, and is wor- minute response time MFPD is trying ried MFPD will not be able to afford to achieve within the district. He said the building and maintenance costs. he would like to see new policies put “There is a need for fiscal prudence, in place, including more defensive strategic planning, and transparency,” measures by homeowners, more agile she said. “I have never backed away fire equipment for the agency, and a from a challenge.” budget for technology and technique Specializing in Fine Homes Candidate Warner Owens said that studies. “There is an awful lot of dis- vital services should be the district’s cussions which have to happen,” he first priority. He said it’s clear that thethe said. “The district’s main purpose is to eastern portion of Montecito is under- protect life and property.” served, and he is in favor of build- Attendees at the forum included • Concept to ing Fire Station 3. If elected, Owens Fire Chief Chip Hickman , Operations said he would place an emphasis on Chief Terry McElwee , MERRAG liai- Completion defensible space, as well as wildfire son and MFPD administrative assis- preparedness for the community. tant Geri Ventura , current board “Personally I am encouraged with the members Newquist and Venable, sev- candidates; there is a lot of depth and eral MA board members, MA presi- • Professionally scope of knowledge here,” he said dent Dick Nordlund , MWD board about his fellow candidates. member Darlene Bierig , , Jeremy Tittle Drafted Home Plans Abe Powell is a third genera- representing First District Supervisor tion Montecitan. He is a part of Salud Carbajal’s office, and former the Mountain Drive Volunteer Fire Montecito Fire Chief Kevin Wallace , , Company, and helped evacua- who retired in May. • Board of tion efforts during the Tea Fire. He The Montecito Association has is also the director of relief services shown formal support for the increase Architectural for the Mountain Drive Community of board members for MFPD; they are Association, and has served as presi- not expected to endorse any candi- Reviews dent of two local nonprofits. Mr. dates. Sue Burrows , chair of Montecito Powell emphasized response time, Planning Commission and the mod- and said although Fire Station 3 will erator of this week’s candidate forum, improve response time, the price tag said she would also not be formerly • All Phases of associated with building it may not endorsing any candidates. We will be be the best use of funds. “I want toto have more info on all the candidates Construction keep our response times low, and our on the Journal’s editorial pages in the community safe,” he said. “You need a weeks leading up to the election. Entitlement board who understands what it’s like The MFPD candidate forum was to lose your home and rebuild.” recorded and is available to view at Gene Sinser , who has been aa www.newspress.tv. Montecito resident since 1996, has • Custom quality held volunteer positions on the Santa Car Show Rases Fuds Barbara Grand Jury, and currently sits Construction on the Montecito Association Board of or Specal Olympcs Directors. Sinser said he believes the On Sunday, September 16, over biggest issue facing the district is thethe 1,000 people came out to Coast Village “Santa Barbara Design and Build is a company with integrity. budget, and he says his experience as Road to support Special Olympics The estimate was fair, the work was exceptional, and the treasurer of the MA and as a business Santa Barbara at a classic car show remodel was done sooner than expected. We were extremely owner makes him a valuable asset to along the business corridor. 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13 Cuckoo Clocks, Chocolate ad Cheese e crossed the Swiss border to Lugano and checked into WHotel Eden. It is situated on Lake Lugano, half of which is in Italy and the other half in Switzerland. Today Lugano is known for its high- powered banking and nancial services. Switzerland is about the size of the state of West Virginia – or as Don calls his home state, “West ‘by God’ Virginia” – with seven million inhab- itants. We all know Switzerland is the land of cuckoo clocks, but they were really born in the Black Forest of Germany. Our guide Igor told us, “In Switzerland, if you don’t vote, you are fined.” The standard of living is the highest in the world at $68,000. The country stands alone and doesn’t The Matterhorn as viewed from the village of belong to the EU, although they diddid Zermatt, Switzerland join the United Nations in 2002. There are four languages spoken: German, Ms Millner is the author French, Italian and Ladin (a group of of “The Magic Make dialects based in Latin and spoken in Over, Tricks for Looking, the Dolomite area). Every house unit is Thinner, Younger, and More Confident – supposed to have a nuclear shelter, and Instantly!” If you have an waiters are on full salary so tipping event that belongs in this has been abolished, although I don’t column, you are invited to think it has. The Smart car is a Swiss call Lynda at 969-6164. design, along with Mercedes Benz and Swatch watches. The Red Cross began in Switzerland thus came the Swiss The Matterhor flag with its Red Cross emblem. Next on the itinerary was Bellinzona Just like inin Heidi , cows with cow- with, oh no, “another bloody castle.” bells really do go up in the highlands But not just one, there are three over- for the summer, but there’s a new looking the town, which nestles in twist: sometimes they are lowered by the remains of the original defensive helicopter in the winter. Did you ever walls. Today the town is a UNESCO wonder how the holes get into Swiss World Heritage site. cheese? You’ll be happy to know it Then came my favorite part and is bacteria passing gas. The Swiss one I’d wanted to see (not climb) average 26 pounds of chocolate per since I saw a movie in my childhood person a year. In the United States, – Zermatt and the Matterhorn. Our it’s only eight pounds. Daniel Peter hotel room was as quaint, cute and developed milk chocolate in 1875 with cozy as you’d expect, with a view of the help of a neighbor named Henri the great mountain. The village of Nestle, a baby food manufacturer. In Zermatt is filled with good, modern 1879, Lindt got into the act with his restaurants, but also filled with dilapi- smooth melting kind, which enabled dated small barns, stables and storage the founder of Hershey’s to make barns built between the 1515thth and 19thth chocolate even more popular with his centuries, when shepherds had their mass produced candy bars. SEEn Pa Page 16 16 44 Great Kitchens Don’t Just Happen . . . • Certified Designers They Happen by Design. • Fine Custom Cabinetry • Unique Styles & Finishes • All Architecturalral Periods CABINETS • COUNTERTOPS • DESIGN SERVICES • INSTALLATIONS

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by James Buckley Motecto’s Three-Tme Wer

Michael Towbes with his third Paul Harris Award during Montecito Rotary’s weekly luncheon at Montecito Country Club on Tuesday, September 25

n Tuesday September 25, and to admonish at at least three Montecito Bank & Trust of Montecito’s resident billionaires Ofounder and CEO Michael who, he said, give very little to this Towbes was given yet another plaque community but should. Mr. Towbes, to place upon what must be a very who holds a BS in Civil Engineering, crowded mantel. Mr. Towbes was went to Princeton as an undergrad honored with a Paul Harris Award and attended graduate school at presented by the Montecito Rotary MIT. He has been honored as Santa Club in front of over 100 attendees Barbara’s Man of the Year, been recipi- at a luncheon at Montecito Country ent of the News-Press’s first “Lifetime Club. It is the third such award he has Achievement Award,” and been received from various Rotary Clubs. named both Philanthropist of the He took the occasion to explain and encourage local philanthropy COMinG & GOinG Pa Page 26 26 44

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Never one given to self-aggran- Did you save Peugeot? automobile industry was in dire peril, Whether there is in fact a connection dizing hyperbole, President Obama No, Mr. President, what you actu- the Obama Administration circum- or not between these expedient strate- proudly claims that one of his major ally did was dump billions of tax- vented basic legal standards of bank- gies allowed GM in 2008 and 2009 accomplishments in his first term of payer dollars into General Motors and ruptcy and effectively bailed out the and the re-election of the president in office, is that he saved the auto indus- Chrysler, and then you handed the unions, rather than GM itself. More 2012, I believe it is vital to ask whether try.try. companies over to the United Auto specifically, a major legal principle these steps would have been taken Really, Mr. President, the entire auto Workers Union. underlying bankruptcy proceedings by the Obama Administration if thethe industry? Finally, Mr. President, did you save is that all debtors similarly situated unions had not been so important to Did you save Ford Motor Company? our Ambassador to Libya and three should benefit from the same treat- the President’s re-election campaign. Did you save Toyota? other Americans from an organized, ment. This principle was complete- Furthermore, while I admit that his- Did you save Mazda? pre-planned, 9/11 anniversary Muslim ly usurped by the government in torically Presidents have rewarded Did you save Subaru? terrorist attack on our Consulate in favor of GM’s union – the United their supporters with valuable leg- Did you save Nissan? Benghazi that you had been warned Auto Workers and its affiliates. The islation, when possible, should we Did you save Mitsubishi? might occur? UAW recovered substantially higher applaud changing our bankruptcy Did you save Honda? Don Michel amounts than other, higher priority, laws to enable the Executive Branch Did you save Mercedes? Montecito creditors. These unions are significant of our government to intervene in pri- Did you save Porsche? (Editor’s note: You are right on, Mr. allies of the President, and thus major vate enterprise, even under extreme Did you save Audi? Michel; see the next letter – J.B.) supporters of his campaign for a sec- circumstances? I believe it is impor- Did you save BMW? ond term. tant to challenge this kind of practice, Did you save Volkswagen? The UAW received certain special because once we condone the weak- Did you save Volvo? That Dog Wo’t Hut treatment by virtue of side-stepping ening of one kind of basic law, future Did you save Saab? When Fred Thompson played the standard legal prerequisites, including administrations will be emboldened to Did you save Hyundai? District Attorney on Law and Order, the following advantageous measures: take other actions that could weaken Did you save Kia? he frequently used the expression, 1) salaries and benefits remained sta- other laws under which our democ- Did you save Bentley? “that dog won’t hunt,” which was tus quo in lieu of renegotiations to racy thrives. Did you save Jaguar? intended to convey that ‘it won’t better align with current standards; 2) It was jobs the President was trying Did you save Lotus? work.’ unsecured union creditors were paid to save, surely a just and noble cause. Did you save Rolls Royce? In this election season, the Obama more than certain secured creditors; In 2009, GM had 91,000 U.S. employ- Did you save Mini Cooper? campaign regularly claims the Chapter 3) GM was permitted to continue to ees. If all GM jobs were lost, as well Did you save Land Rover? 11 Bankruptcy Reorganization of deduct previous losses when calculat- as those of its parts suppliers and car Did you save Alfa Romeo? General Motors was one of his many ing its tax obligations and, 4) roughly dealers, the number would be approx- $1 billion was provided for pensions imately 400,000, not the 1 million jobs of UAW members of the former parts that Obama asserted as a justification subsidiary Delphi, a company that for the concessions made, and the typically would not have been entitled financial bonanza the unions received. to any such funds. Normal Chapter 11 bankruptcy pro- It should be noted that the current ceedings would not have caused all UAW worker earns an average of $70 these jobs to be lost. Certainly, GM, per hour which includes wages, health its parts suppliers and dealers, would care, and pension benefits, where- have been able to remain in business as, the average non-UAW American during an orderly reorganization.n. worker earns approximately $30 per It may have been prudent to keep hour, including these same benefits. GM running when it first became Typically, when a company becomes apparent that it had deep financial insolvent, it is customary for the bank- problems. President Bush supported ruptcy trustee and the court to review the automakers with a total of $17.4 its existing most recently negotiated billion in aid, but the incoming Obama labor contracts in order to re-align Administration expanded the rescue them with current conditions by tak- and also changed the rules. Steve ing into consideration the company’s Rattner, who led Obama’s automo- ability to continue as an economically tive task force, wrote in his 2010 book viable enterprise. In a conventional “Overhaul: An Insider’s Account of the proceeding, UAW contracts would Obama Administration’s Emergency have received a reduction in wages Rescue of the Auto Industry” that “… and benefits that would have put without government financing, the them on par with other auto industry two companies [GM and Chrysler]

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29 Alumnus Rick Ifland Your Westmont Daniel , who is currently pursuing will direct the graduate studies in London. Their Eaton Program for by Scott Craig (photos by Brad Elliott) daughter, Andrea , is a sophomorere Entrepreneurship and Innovation Scott Craig is manager of media relations at at Westmont. Their oldest son, Westmont College Bradford , a graduate of Houghton College and American University, Sarget to be istalled as Provost, Dea also lives in Santa Barbara. estmont ocially installs Etrepreeur, Alumus Mark L. Sargent asas Mark L. Sargent will provost and dean of be installed as pro- Leads new Program W vost October 3 faculty at a special convocation Rick Ifland ’83, a successful entre- Professor Edd Noell , who chairs Wednesday, October 3, at 10:30 am preneur and private equity investor, the economics and business depart- in Murchison Gym. Speakers will will direct Westmont’s Eaton Program ment, is pleased to welcome Ifland. include Eileen McMahon McQuade , , for Entrepreneurship and Innovation “As an alumnus, parent of Westmont vice chair of the faculty and chair of beginning November 1. He will also students, and member of the Board the biology department; Jane Higa , , teach business courses as associate of Advisors, Rick has faithfully dem- dean of students and vice president professor of economics and business, onstrated a clear identity with our for student life; former Westmont a non-tenure-track position. During mission to prepare students to be president Stan Gaede;; Carla his interim appointment, Ifland thoughtful persons of integrity in Sanderson , provost and executiveve fessor, Sargent has also been a com- will take a leave of absence from representing Christ in the fields of vice president at Union University; mentator on film for National Public the Westmont Board of Trustees and economics and business,” Noell says. Ron Mahurin , vice president of of Radio. Board of Advisors. “He brings valuable experience as an the Council of Christian Colleges Ben Patterson , campus pastor, will Drawing on his experience as vol- entrepreneur and reflective scholar and Universities; and members of lead a time of prayer for Sargent Oct. unteer chairman of Westmont’s Bright in the legal and moral dimensions Sargent’s family. 3 at 7:30 a.m. in Hieronymus Lounge Hope for Tomorrow Campaign, of business. We’re confident our stu- Westmont will hold several free in Kerrwood Hall. Ifland will work to complete funding dents will benefit from his work both public events in conjunction with Sargent has worked in higher edu- for the Eaton Program and the Eaton in the classroom and in building their Sargent’s installation, including cation for more than 30 years and Chair in Economics and Business. connections to the Santa Barbara busi- a panel discussion on the theme, the past 16 as provost of Gordon To fill the endowed faculty position, ness community.” “A“Awakening the Moral Imagination,” College in Wenham, Massachusetts. Westmont will seek a distinguished, Ifland majored in economics and on October 3 from 3:30-5:15 pm in Previously, he was vice president effective leader with business experi- business at WWestmont and earned anan Page Multipurpose Room. Sargent and chief academic officer at Spring ence and a passion for undergradu- M.B.A. at the University of Kentucky and Gaede will host the conversa- Arbor University in Michigan ate teaching who can strengthen the and a master’s degree in international tion that will include comments by and the associate dean at Biola economics and business program law at Oxford University. He started several faculty members. University in La Mirada, California. and expand its global focus. Trustee a company that transformed automa- Sargent and a few faculty col- He has served as a Fulbright schol- Emeritus David Eaton and his wife, tion in the mortgage credit industry, leagues will also host Reel Talk on ar at the University of Utrecht in Carol , contributed the leadership giftgift eventually selling it to a Fortune 500 Tuesday, October 2 at 8:30 pm in the Netherlands and been select- for the faculty chair. company. He has since purchased 24 Porter Theatre, reflecting on varied as the national Chief Academic “I love the ministry of Westmont, companies, improving and then sell- ous cinematic scenes that have been Officer of the Year by the Council of and I look forward to a more active ing 17 of them. Still active in seven meaningful in their lives. Reel Talk, Independent Colleges. involvement with the academic ventures as the general partner of sponsored by the Gaede Institute for Sargent earned a bachelor’s degree program,” Ifland says. “Westmont, Oxford Holdings LLC, he plans to the Liberal Arts, gives the Westmont at UC Santa Barbara and a mas- with its rich history and tradition engage students in his work, exposing community an opportunity to dis- ter’s and doctorate at Claremont of combining academic rigor with them to businesses as varied as con- cuss challenging social, philosophi- Graduate University. He is mar- a deep Christian faith, stands at the struction infrastructure, aeromedicinee cal, or theological questions raised ried to Arlyne , who graduatedd crossroads of faith and learning, and global research. in films. An American literature pro- from Westmont, as did their son, giving it an unmatched positional While excellence in business typi- advantage in engaging the business cally translates into making a profit, world for eternal significance. We Ifland also seeks to make a difference. have the opportunity, through the He’s led and established non-govern- Te Mary Jane McCord Eaton Program, to demonstrate how mental organizations to help the poor faith can inform and shape success- in the Middle East and Africa and uses Planned Parenthood Book Sale ful businesswomen and businessmen his business experience to advise vari- around the globe.” ous ministries. “Rick is one of our most distin- Ifland met his wife, Neile Allen Earl Warren Showgrounds, Warren Hall guished alumni,” says President Ifland ’84, at Westmont, and their two September 21 to September 30, 2012 Gayle D. Beebe. “He’s been a faithful oldest children are graduates. Dani Ifland Upton Friday (9/21) 10 am – 8 pm board member – I’ll never forget how ’07 stays home to care he dropped everything to fly to Santa for her toddler while expecting a sec- Saturdays (9/22 & 9/29) 10 am – 8 pm Barbara the day after the Tea Fire to ond child. Kirby ’09 graduates from Sundays (9/23 & 9/30) 10 am – 6 pm help us with our recovery. He’ll be a Harvard Law School in 2013 and will Monday- Friday (9/24-9/28) 12– 8 pm terrific mentor for our students and practice law in Kentucky. Crawford Free admission an effective networker in the Santa ’15 just began his sophomore year at Barbara business community.” Westmont. Tousands of books at reasonable prices “Rick’s considerable business expe- Ifland looks forward to sharing including rare and antiquarian rience and heart for the college will his passion for business with stu- benefit us as we develop plans for the dents. “Westmont changed my life,” future of the economics and business he says, “teaching me how to learn, Te largest used book sale in the ri-Counties program,” says Westmont Provost how to think and how to care. I want Call 805.963.2445, ext 4 Mark Sargent. “I have been impressed to inspire students to embrace hard or visit www.ppsbvslo.org by how deeply he wants to serve ourour work, avoid easy answers, seek daily students – to mentor and advise them excellence and dive deeper into the as they chart their own journeys.” important things in life.” •• M M J J 30 On Finance by Tim Hatton Tim Hatton is the Owner and President of Hatton Consulting, Inc, a registered investment advisory firm. He is the author of, The New Fiduciary Standard, which outlines the prudent investment process individuals and trustees should follow in order to meet the high standard of a fiduciary. He holds the Certified Financial Planner and Accredited Investment Fiduciary designations. He lives in Montecito with his wife Jen and two children, Heidi and Hudson. He can be reached at [email protected] or at (602) 852-5525 The Prce o Gold 106.9 KCRW presents as the value of gold peaked which led to significant price increases SUNDAY! Elvis Costello after an approximate six-fold for goods and services and ultimately Hincrease since 1999? a large trade imbalance. 2054 - The Centenary Show Gold may still be a wise purchase The U.S. was spending far more on SUN, SEP 30 / 7 PM given my biggest investment concern: imports than on exports. Consequently, GRANADA THEATRE the Federal Reserve’s potential exces- outsiders held large amounts of U.S. Principal Sponsor: Liza Rassner sive currency creation. dollars. Money creation is complicated, but Foreigners, concerned that their dol- simply, when a government spends lars would lose value relative to other TUESDAY! more than its tax revenue, it must bor- currencies, began converting dollars Aspen Santa Fe Ballet row or electronically create money to to gold at an alarming rate. To stem Led by former Joffrey Ballet star meet its obligations. Doing so may be the depletion of U.S. gold reserves, in Tom Mossbrucker okay for awhile, but year after year of 1971, Nixon unilaterally terminated TUE, OCT 2 / 8 PM / GRANADA THEATRE printing money can have devastating convertibility of the dollar to gold, and effects. our current fiat currency was born. “They raise the bar, Primarily, it robs people of the pur- What might the price of gold be and then they jump over it.” chasing power of their savings. A cup if we returned to a gold standard? The New York Times of coffee did once cost 25 cents, and Applying the so-called Bretton Woods gasoline wasn’t always around $4 a formula today (U.S. Monetary Base/ Presented with Associated Students Program Board gallon. U.S. Official Gold Holdings), the price At its current approximate price of of gold would be $8,405 – about five An Afternoon with nearly $1,700 an ounce, is gold over- times the current price. priced? No one really knows, but a There is no way to ascertain how rel- Rachel Maddow few calculations suggest the precious evant the formula developed in 1944 SUN, OCT 7 / 3 PM / ARLINGTON THEATRE metal may have room to move higher. is today. But applying it today does “MSNBC’s primetime superstar” First however, a bit of history. highlight the last several decades’ The Hollywood Reporter In July 1944, after the Great money creation and the fact that the Depression and World War II wreaked havoc on the global monetary system, 106.9 KCRW presents 730 delegates from all 44 allied nations At its current approximate An Evening with gathered in Bretton Woods, New price of nearly $1,700 an ounce, Hampshire. Their goal was to develop Rufus Wainwright monetary and financial guidelines for is gold overpriced? TUE, OCT 9 / 8 PM / CAMPBELL HALL all member nations in an effort to facilitate more orderly global trade. “A night of pure pop joy.” The chief feature of the Bretton price of gold has lagged behind the Rolling Stone Woods system was each country’s increase in money supply. New album: Out of the Game obligation to adopt monetary policy to The following table provides anoth- maintain the exchange rate by tying its er perspective in support of the asser- currency to the U.S. dollar. The agree- tion that the current price of gold may First Person: Seeing America ment further stated that U.S. dollars not be too high. Ensemble Galilei with were redeemable for an ounce of gold The table shows that for approxi- Actors Bill Pullman and Lily Knight at $35. Thus, we had a new gold stan- mately every 1 percent increase in the dard: all currencies were tied to gold. monetary base, the price of gold also WED, OCT 10 / 8 PM / CAMPBELL HALL However, in the late 1950s and early rises 1 percent. 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Ounce of gold $175 $1,560 791% 6%6% piano Monetary Base $273 billion $2.197 trillion 703% 5.8%5.8% Murray Perahia, THU, OCT 11 / 8 PM / CAMPBELL HALL 1960s, the government began spend- The monetary base will continue “Nothing less than impeccable… ing significantly more than its tax to grow as the government attempts delighting and quietly dazzling.” BBC revenue. President Lyndon Johnson to meet its obligations; we’ve added escalated the Vietnam War and initi- more than $1 trillion per year to the Performing works by Haydn, Schubert, ated costly social-welfare programs, debt over the last four years. It’s Beethoven, Schumann, and Chopin including Medicare. President Richard almost guaranteed our total debt will Nixon inherited and extended the obli- exceed $20 trillion in four years. gations. After unsuccessfully trying to No one knows with certainty what raise taxes to support the unpopular the future price of any asset will be, (805) 893-3535 war, both presidents continued to bor- however, there is good historical infor- row heavily. The debt led to large mation to draw upon that suggests the www.ArtsAndLectures.UCSB.edu infusions of money into the economy, current price of gold is not too high. •• M M J J 31 LETTERS (Continued from page 25) EDiTORiAL (Continued from page 5) years, the combination of easy mon- time, it cannot allow significant 405, and the 99. Prior to that vote, it was the first time I had ever done that.” etary policy and Congress’s natural growth in the U.S. economy; that He seems genuinely apologetic. disinclination to cut programs will would put upward pressure on inter- “I’m not going to Washington to raise taxes,” he says. “I just felt that at the quickly erase any short-term benefits est rates. With an $18-trillion debt, time, it was bankruptcy or keeping America going. I’ll tell you this, I wasn’t from the lower rates, dooming the a simple reversion to the mean in raised to not pay my bills and I wasn’t raised to bankrupt a government. And, economy to decades of slow growth. interest rates would cause the annual I thought at that time that me and five other Republicans and the leaders of my Or worse. interest costs to the government to party in both the Assembly and the Senate, said ‘W‘We need to do something,’ and Short-term interest rates today are become larger than all current discre- we did it in a stopgap, temporary way. It was only for eighteen months; after one-fifth of what they were during tionary spending. that, those taxes are gone.” the depths of the Great Depression. Many economists have suggested Abel grouses that he had been named “Hero of the California Tax Payer” by In addition, over the past 20 years, that one way out of the Federal debt Grover Newquist’s Americans For Tax Reform and boasts a 100% voting record Treasury has slashed the average problem is inflation. By inflating the from the Federation of Independent Businesses. “I’ve had a great small family maturity of its borrowing by over currency the Treasury can pay back business record, but people have taken that one vote [to raise taxes] and said, 50%. A two-year treasury note now the outstanding debt with cheaper ‘There he is.’” yields .25% and a five-year note, money. However, with a debt of $18 And why exactly does he want to go to Washington? “I’m going back there about .65%. Compared with 1990, trillion and growing, any hint of infla- to represent the 24thth Congressional District, and the 24th Congressional District this means the cost to the govern- tion would cause interest rates to rise. wants more jobs; they want a better economy; they want a tax code that creates ment of funding its current deficit has This in turn would increase the annu- jobs, not hurts jobs. They want to eliminate Dodd-Frank; I think the people of dropped by about 90%. Borrowing al interest costs to the Treasury and my district want a fairer tax code; they want to lower the tax rate on individuals $1.2 trillion 20 years ago would have increase the size of the deficit, which and corporations, and they want to keep them lower to eliminate the uncer- added approximately $75 billion to would negate any efforts to reduce tainly in the small-business community.”.” the nation’s annual interest expense. debt size. There is the trap. The Fed How about the Affordable Care Act? That’s a huge sum even when gov- is forced into a position where it can’t “I think the Affordable Care Act needs to be repealed and replaced. I think ernment spending is over $3.5 trillion encourage economic growth for fear there’s some things I like in it. The donut hole: I think it needs to be closed. a year. Now, however, funding that of rising interest rates. Nor can the People with pre-conditions need to be helped, but to pass a 2,700-page bill and same $1.2 trillion deficit costs less Federal Government provide fiscal call it a gamble, and say ‘W‘We have to pass it to know what’s in it.’ And, to charge than $8 billion annually, practically stimulus because any hint of eco- somebody a 3.9% tax when they sell their house in Montecito, and to say that free money for the President and nomic growth will lead to higher if you make medical devices, we’re going to tax you 2.3% and to fine people. I Congress. This certainly doesn’t pro- interest rates and force the President just don’t think that’s the way to go. I think we can replace it with something vide a significant incentive for them and Congress to make draconian cuts that’s bi-partisan and something that is good for America.. to cut spending anywhere. in all discretionary programs. By 2015, the nation’s debt is likely The medium- and long-term con- to exceed $18 trillion. Twenty years sequences of current Fed policy put Regulatory Reorm o the Ageda ago, the annual cost of that debt the U.S. economy on the same trend Maldonado suggested allowing small-business owners the right to pool buy- would have approached $1.1 tril- line that Japan has been on for two ing medical insurance for their employees, “just as cities and counties do. They lion. This equates to 100% of all cur- decades. With debt to GDP now over use joint power agreements. Why can’t small businesses?” he wonders. rent Federal discretionary spending. 200%, Japan cannot afford economic He also wonders: “Why can’t we buy insurance across state lines? However, by dramatically cutting the growth or any hint of inflation that “Why can’t we have tort reform? duration of its debt and relying on a might drive interest rates higher. If “Why can’t we have all these things in one bill? Federal Reserve Bank to keep inter- interest rates that service Japan’s debt “Or have separate bills, but to have this one bill that nobody knows what’s in est rates at all-time lows, this $18 approach 5%, Japan will be required it, that’s causing uncertainty for the economy isn’t the way to go.go. trillion at today’s rates and duration to spend 10% of its GDP just on its “The choice is clear: if you love the track that America’s on, you’ll have that will only raise annual interest costs national debt service. This is the U.S.’s opportunity. She’s been there for fourteen years.” about $25 billion. For a President and future in just three years if the Fed If elected, I wondered, is there a committee Abel would like to get on? Congress accustomed to dealing with persists in keeping rates so low that “I’d like to be on the Commerce Committee and the Agricultural Committee,” trillion-dollar deficits this is peanuts there is no incentive for the President he says. “I want to be on a committee that helps the 24thth Congressional District.” and certainly not a serious incentive and Congress to stop their mad drive And, as for onerous regulations that he is personally familiar with: “Just to cut favorite programs. into the box canyon of national eco- about two months ago,” he relates, “Washington said my kids can’t do chores This is our “Box Canyon.” With nomic paralysis. on the farm anymore. How could they come up with all those costly regula- a national debt of $18 trillion and Gary C. Byrne, Ph.D tions? I tell people if you love foreign oil you’re going to love foreign food. climbing, the Fed will no longer be Montecito Because it’s getting harder to farm every day, and our local Congresswoman able to keep rates low just to stimu- (Editor’s note: Mr. Byrne is President hasn’t done anything to help our family farmers or any small business owner late the economy; it will have to of Vesta Capital Partners, based in Santa in this district. It just seems that everything we do is regulated. I’m not against keep rates low to protect the Federal Barbara and we thank him for the cogent a safe environment for farm workers and farmers but it gets to a point where Government’s solvency. At the same explanation of current policy – J.B.) •• M M J J you can’t operate any more. It costs too much.”

What would his input be on the immigration issue? “I think we ought to have a situation like the one my father came to America Depressed? on. It was a temporary worker permit, and if you were a good temporary worker and you paid taxes, and you worked hard, and you didn’t get on entitle- Get back to well ment programs, it was renewed. My dad didn’t know what an entitlement was Dr. David Gudeman, MD is now offering the latest FDA approved until he came to America. There are no entitlements in Mexico. You came here scientiﬁc breakthrough of non-invasive treatment to reverse depression. to work,” he stresses. “If you couldn’t work, you should go back to the country you came from; you shouldn’t be on entitlements.” • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) • 4-6 week treatment plans. What about the people here now illegally? Therapy is a medication-free method that uses • Free of side effects associated “If they haven’t broken the law, if they’re working today and have a job and highly focused magnetic pulses to stimulate with anti-depressant medications. have paid their taxes, if they don’t have any felonies and they’re good work- areas of the brain the control mood. ers, then they ought to apply for a temporary worker permit. And, they’ve got Call for a free screening ing to pay a fine for breaking the law. And, that fine could be paid in the way of a (805) 845-2323 community service.” 123 W. Padre St., Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Abel Maldonado will back the kind of leadership in the House of Read about TMS Therapy at advancedpsychiatric.com Representatives we’d prefer to see there, so we suggest… we urge… a vote for thth Abel Maldonado as California’s U.S. Representative for the 2424 District. •• M M J J 32 ViLLAGE BEAT (Continued from page 29) Blanca School Board of Trustees for Strategic Planning, Development, and the past two years, previously serving Personnel Committees. as its Treasurer and as a member of its Pickett completed the Executive Finance and Executive Committees. Program in Strategy and Organization Pickett has experience in indepen- at Stanford Business School, and dent school leadership, having served holds an MBA from Harvard Business on the Board of Trustees of Marymount School, a Bachelor of Science degree of Santa Barbara for seven years, lead- in accounting from the University of ing the Board in his last two years of ser- Virginia and various courses related vice. Mr. Pickett has also served on thethe to initial public offerings and SEC Board of Directors for the Scholarship reporting. He is currently a consult- Foundation of Santa Barbara for five ing Chief Financial Officer at True years, where he has served on the Vision Systems. •• M M J J

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Twenty-one Crane students and two teachers read over 10,000 pages this summer. These students will compiled by Kelly Mahan from information supplied by Santa Barbara County be rewarded with lunch with Head of School Joel Weiss. Sheriff’s Department, Carpinteria Division

Crae School news year in a row, reading 25,200 pages. Montecito’s Crane Country Day For more information about the Rollover Accdet  Motecto School turned 85 on Wednesday, school, visit www.craneschool.org. Thursday, 20 September, 12:35 pm – The Montecito Fire Protection District September 25, making it one of the responded to a vehicle accident on the southbound Highway 101 under the oldest private elementary schools in Olive Mill overpass. Upon arrival firefighters found a single vehicle over- the Santa Barbara area. The school Lagua Blaca news turned. One occupant was out of the vehicle, the second occupant was pinned is marking the milestone throughout Laguna Blanca School announced inside. Firefighters extricated the second occupant at 12:59 pm; both patients the fall, and officially kicked off the last week that Tom Pickett has been were transported to the hospital by ambulance. festivities this past week with special chosen as the new Chairman of the Montecito Fire responded with one engine, a squad and a battalion chief school-wide assemblies. Board of Trustees of the school. Pickett to the scene. Sent to assist were Santa Barbara City Fire, California Highway Former student and current parent has been a member of the Laguna Patrol, and American Medical Response. Sarah O’Brien (class of ‘82) addressed The cause of the accident is under investigation by the CHP.. the students on Monday, sharing photographs and reflections on how the school has changed since she attend- Tools Stole rom Butterly Lae ed three decades ago. O’Brien said Saturday, 22 September, 9:10 am –– Deputy Messmore was dispatched to she decided to move back to Santa Butterfly Lane to speak to a resident about a theft from his vehicle. The man told Barbara so that her children could the deputy he parked his company-assigned truck in front of his residence the attend Crane. night before, and the next morning he noticed the sliding bed cover to the truck Other speakers throughout the was open. Upon looking in the bed of the vehicle, he noticed his black tool bag week include Selden Edwards , for- missing. He also noticed several nuts had been removed from the back rack onon mer Headmaster and now a bestsell- the truck, indicating someone had attempted to remove it. The man valued the ing author, current head of school Joel tools in the bag to be worth close to $1000; the tools belong to his employer. A Weiss , and former beloved English report was taken. teacher Cathy Rose.. The celebration will continue throughout the weekend of October Aother Thet o Butterly Lae 26 through 28 with decades reunion Saturday, 22 September, 10:20 am –– Deputy Johnson also responded to Butterfly parties on Friday evening, an All Lane on report of a “smash & grab.” The resident reported he had parked his Alumni reunion and softball game vehicle the night before, and upon returning in the morning he found the sun- on Saturday, October 27 and the cul- roof on his vehicle was smashed. Items missing from the vehicle included a minating event, the Annual Crane Tom Pickett is the new Chairman of the Laguna gym bag with towels and clothes, a Bluetooth earpiece, and a $10 gasoline card. Blanca Board of Trustees Country Fair, a community-wide cel- A report was taken. •• M M J J ebration now in its 19th consecutive year. The Country Fair takes place ARROTT CCOO.. Sunday, October 28 from 10 am to 3 Based in Florida, Te Q.I.R. 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This quest for self-reliance seems to Patti is the director of T community relations be be built into our DNA and as every for Senior Helpers & mother can tell you, one of the rst co-host of youngatheart- sentences that toddlers put together radio.com. Contact her is, “I do it myself!” Later, obtaining at [email protected]. a driver’s license, moving out on our own and nancially supporting ourselves are milestones that representnt our success and autonomy. to what comes next. Ram Daas says, Due to increased longevity and “There is a growing awareness in the the aging process, many of us will medical community that a lot of what eventually experience losses that has been diagnosed and treated as could include the ability to manage depression among older people may our financial affairs, to drive, and to instead be a natural process of reori- live on our own without assistance. entation.” He believes that slowing Understandably, these can be hard down can be an opportunity to reflect pills to swallow. Many people experi- upon the meaning of life and gives ence deep grief when they lose the us the time to recognize how we fit ability to independently care for them- into its flow. With acceptance of the selves. Oftentimes, they express a feel- changes that aging brings, he says we ing of being lost and powerless due to open ourselves to some of the richest an inability to fend off the unwelcome gifts that life has to offer. However, changes that frequently accompany as with any loss we may experience aging. As their roles change from the throughout our lives, before we reach person who takes care of their family a state of acceptance, we are likely to

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Cast of the addition to many other things, gives Productions and also began choreo- Big Stage Production of away a million dollars every year at a graphing its performances.s. Hairspray atat special “Community Dividends” lun- UpStage Left sprung up for kids the Lobero last cheon at the Biltmore. who wanted to continue performing Januaryry but had moved out of the age limits of Stage Left (up to 16). She was assis- O Wth The Show tant producer and choreographer for Twenty-three-year-old Jessica a production of Rent at Santa Barbara Hambright was born in the San High School in the summer of ’08. Fernando Valley but her parents That was followed by Chorus Line, moved to Santa Barbara when she was which she fully choreographed.d. seven years old, so she considers her- Jessica’s most recent success was self a fully-fledged Santa Barbarian. as co-producer (along with Caroline Jessica’s mother,, Janet Mizrahi , is aa Ross , theater teacher at Goleta Valley inging 101 Dalmatians in December at January (12 & 13). professor at UCSB; her dad, Perry , , Junior High) of the virtually sold-out the Veterans Memorial Center on Anyone interested in joining Jessica works in Los Angeles as a graph- performances of Our Town at Elings Cabrillo Blvd, with a cast of 12; the and Dauri in the Santa Barbara School ic designer. Jessica’s sister Caroline Park (directed by Ms Steinkellner) this aforementioned Rising Star Track, of Performing Arts should email lives in the Bay Area attending grad past summer. and the Repertoire Track for 13 to 21 [email protected], school. Both girls went to Montecito Jessica continues working at MUS; year olds, which will perform Legally or call 805-708-8897 for more infor- Union School and graduated from San she was hired by Pam McLendon toto Blonde, the Musical at the Lobero in mation. •• M M J J Marcos High School. choreograph last year’s sixth-grade “I’ve gotta stay creative,” Jessica play, The Wizard of Oz, and she’ll be says as we sit down to discuss her back this school year under the tute- latest endeavor: The Santa Barbara lage of Pam Herzog. “At Montecito School of Performing Arts. “I start- Union, you form friends for life,” ed off dancing at the Santa Barbara Jessica observes, “so many of my clos- Jazz Dance Academy (it is now Santa est friends now are from Montecito Barbara Dance Art) with Steven Union, including Georgia Zeazin who Lovelace ,” she recounts. The sum- now lives and works in New York City. mer before that, she did Cats during Another is Chelsea Didier , whose a six-week summer camp and per- father is president of United Way and formed as “the smallest kitten in the is now living in Los Angeles “doing class” (she is barely five feet tall even the acting thing.” Jessica has been now). David Nelson choreographed Montecito real estate agent Marsha the show and it was performed at the Kotlyar’s administrative assistant for Center Stage Theater. nearly a year. Jessica was one of those kids who Which takes us to Jessica’s and part- came early to help out and – at the age of nerner Dauri Kennedy’s latest project: the eleven – she proved herself invaluable Santa Barbara School of Performing and became Steven Lovelace’s assis- Arts. The company, an after-school tant. After her experiences there she conservatory, “means that our stu- gravitated to Stage Left Productions dents are not just cast in a production and was cast as Oliver in Oliver. At fif- and we’re throwing it up on stage. teen, she was teaching her own dance Most of them are learning about how classes on Saturday mornings with to be a performer. They are put into four year olds. Serendipitous timing a vocal class, a dance class, and an found her working with former Cheers acting class weekly.” Mikie Cabrera writer-producer Cheri Steinkellner from Ventura is her choreographer at Montecito Union School; Jessica and Jessica will direct the upcoming appeared in the school’s now nearly production of Once Upon A Mattress legendary production of Fiddler On on 1, 2, and 3 February at La Cumbre The Roof. Cheri calls her “the wunder- Junior High, featuring performers in kind.” the Rising Star Track of 9-to-12-year- Jessica was always interested inin olds. how productions were run, and after The conservatory consists of three junior high she decided that produc- tracks: a Debut Track for 5- to 8-year- ing was what she wanted to do. She olds led by Emily Jewell that meets became head counselor at Stage Left twice a week; they’ll be produc- 35 On Entertainment Small Tow, Bg Talet by Steven Libowitz

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet makes its local debut on Tuesday as part of UCSB’s Arts & Lectures series (photo credit: Lois Greenfield)

CSB Arts & Lectures enviable dance series – which has Steven Libowitz has brought a slew of companies U reported on the arts and to Santa Barbara for the rst time while entertainment for more maintaining a connection with the than 30 years; he has classics – once again sets the bar high contributed to Montecito in its season opening presentation. Journal for over ten Aspen Santa Fe Ballet – a modern years. company graced by athleticism, power and inventive choreography – makes its local debut at the Granada stay here and put roots in Aspen. As a on Tuesday featuring a program that result they got better and better. Then boasts two commissioned pieces we attracted choreographers to create alongside a modern classic. Executive work on us, young ones who started director Jean-Philippe Malaty –– here and then became successful and who along with artistic director TTomom famous. That in turned attracted more Mossbrucker left Jorey Ballet to choreographers because of our grow- Prudential California Realty Congratulate s create the company out of (literally) ing reputation. Josiah Hamilton thin air in 1995 – talked about Aspen Santa Fe’s approach and growth in a Then you added Santa Fe. telephone interview earlier this week. Yes, Aspen is a very small community, and can’t support a full season. For his outstanding representation of the seller at: Q.Q. What spurred the company’s growth But being able to pay our dancers once you decided to actually create one? year-round was always an early goal. 121 Olive Mill Lane A.A. It’s been very organic. We’ve Which is why we reached out to Santa grown it with the demand and sup- Fe, another small community within Listed at $7,500,000 port of community. It morphed over driving distance. That doubled the the years through luck and serendip- amount of performances, and allowed ity but also planning and vision. Our us to become one of the few compa- greatest strength has been our ability nies able to employ dancers for 52 to adapt. A few years in, we realized weeks. I think the name change and the dancers we’d brought out from our growing reputation helped raise New York City to help us get it started were really inspired and wanted to EnTERTAinMEnT Pa Page 393944

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row themselves, as I did with my wife, named for the nation’s favorite poet, loved Slovenia’s small scale. If you’re Merry). After climbing steep steps to France Preseren. This 19thth-century in a hurry, you could eat breakfast the church, they admire its frescoes romantic was prone to getting blotto beside an alpine lake, have lunch inin and gilded Baroque altar. Like the drunk and cheating on his wife, but the happening capital city of Ljubljana Japanese newlyweds, every visitor isis he’s still beloved for advancing the ((Loob-lee-yah-nah), and watch the sun sure to do what pilgrims have been cause of Slovene national conscious- set over a plate of calamari in a tiny doing since the Middle Ages – pull a ness and literature. The poet also got Adriatic port with an Italian look. rope to ring the “Wishing Bell” in the a monument on the cobbled square, But I wasn’t in a rush. A sticker on tower, thereby guaranteeing that their which is bordered by a pink church my rental car abbreviated Slovenia as fondest desire will come true. It is a and the 1903 Centromerkur, the city’s “SLO.” I liked that. fairytale place, after all. oldest department store. Step inside Lake Bled borders Triglav National if you need anything from sewing River deep, mountain high: The Park, home of the nation’s highest thread to a beach towel. The charm- first surprise I encountered was in the mountain, Triglav (9,400 feet), which ing Art Nouveau interior looks like an Julian Alps, a jumble of jagged white most Slovenians aspire to climb once Alfons Mucha poster. peaks, streams, and alpine meadows in life. The park is a popular arena for I strolled across the river on the TTriple set in northwestern Slovenia. The area adventure sports – skiing, hiking, and Bridge designed by Joze Plecnik, the looks like Austria – not a big surprise, insane adrenalin-rush activities such Ljubljana architect and urban planner since that country is right next door. as hydrospeeding, which is basically who transformed the city’s look in the The main resort town is Bled, which boogie-boarding down a swollen river early 20thth century. Ahead lay his mar- sounds like a name from Dracula , but as it churns through a rock gorge. ket colonnade, a curving white pavil- looks more like a page torn from a Happily for lovers of the outdoors, ion that follows the sweep of the river book of enchanted fairy tales: moun- Slovenia is unspoiled; its rivers and and has stalls selling vegetables, fruit, tains wreathed in mist, a lake with Ljubljana’s oldest department store, the 1903 lakes are pristine, and more than half and fish. Volunteers were manning a white swans, a turreted castle on a Centromerkur, has a stunning Art Nouveau inte- the country is forested, making it one table and handing out flyers to save rocky crag. rior of Europe’s greenest nations. the city’s stray cats and dogs. I bought Bled Castle is the country’s oldest, a T-shirt for the cause. I do: I walked up the footpath to first mentioned in 1101. Thick-walled Bright lights: When it’s time for The right bank area is a maze rugged Bled Castle and sat in the rooms hold a museum of weapons, a shot of city life, Ljubljana (pop. of narrow streets linking public courtyard, propping my elbows on clothing, paintings, and coins from 280,000) is only an hour’s drive from squares, all virtually Lilliputian in a stone battlement overlooking the the nation’s early historical periods: the mountains. As in many lands scale compared to those in a capital lake and thinking, What a romantic Slovenian silver, Roman gold, medi- once dominated by Communism, the city like Rome. The town hall stands spot! In fact, couples fly to Lake Bled eval bronze. But the main attraction is capital has a fringe of anonymous, on Mestni trg (Town Square), while from around the world to get married the castle’s unforgettable view of the stark, block buildings that surround medieval Stari trg (Old Square) here. As if on cue, an elegant Tokyo lake below. a charming Old Town. In this ancient bursts with café umbrellas. After for-r- bride and groom arrived at the castle, The couple from Japan had gotten core, built along a bend in the River tifying myself there with a pizza and accompanied by giggling friends and married earlier on a small island in Ljubljanica, life is bright and sociable. a local Zlatorog beer, I crossed the the sounds of an oompah band (accor- the center of the lake, where I saw a University students wheel around on Cobbler’s Bridge, where shoemak- dion alert). Everyone celebrated the church tower above a thicket of trees. bicycles and chat at the tree-shaded ers once set up their trading booths. newlyweds with a lunch on the sunny Visitors are ferried to the island in cafés that line both banks. terrace. boats that resemble gondolas (or they The main square, Presernov Trg, is TRAVELER Pa Page 434344

38 EnTERTAinMEnT (Continued from page 36) demand for national touring, and by yourself and the vision that you have We discovered him very early on also, for many years. The piece was made then the young choreographers we and still deliver and meet expectations. but he’s now one of the most in-demandd in the early 1980s. So the program is had invited were now famous and Sometimes we wonder where we will in the world. Now we’re the smallest like three decades of dance, from the recognized around the world, which find the next one, another fresh voice. company he works with. It’s his fourth original voice through its evolution. got us into festivals like Jacob’s Pillow.. Maybe we just got lucky and won’t ballet for us, and by now he knows ourur Aspen Santa Fe Ballet performs 8pm So it really was very organic. We were be able to keep it going. But on thethe dancers, their strengths and desires. So Tuesday, October 2 at the Granada Theater, very good at taking on opportunities other hand, because of our reputa- I think he made a masterpiece for us. If 1214 State St. Tickets cost $35 or $45. Call when they presented themselves, seiz- tion, we don’t have to do all the seek- we had to select one piece to represent 893-3535 or visit www.ArtsAndLectures. ing what was put in front of us. ing out anymore. The choreographers us and what we stand for, this is the one UCSB.edu. Members of the company will approach us, dancers want to join the we’d choose. He captured the sensibil- also conduct a Community Dance Class at Aspen Santa Fe has been known as a company, and they send stuff our way. ity, the poetry of the company and the 5:30pm on Monday, October 1 at Gustafson choreographer incubator since the begin- But we stay careful about not plan- humor of the dancers. School of Dance. 2285 Las Positas Rd. ning. How do you recognize a good, young ning our future, because if we had In between is Jiří Kylián’s “Stamping Admission is $20 for dancers, $10 observ- talent and know if he or she is right for the done that in the beginning, we would Ground,” which is one of the few times ers. Call the Santa Barbara Dance Alliance company? never have gotten to where we are we look to the past. He was director of at 966-6950.) Because it’s our mission. We believe now. We don’t want to make long- Nederlands Dance in Holland and in looking forward, not back for the term plans. Having freedom and abil- in many ways was responsible for Devy Duex’s Dace most part. The focus is to move the ity to move quickly let us survive in defining what contemporary dance is art form forward, to look for talent the challenging economic times and today; every choreographer is influ- Drectve for tomorrow. We weren’t interested take advantage of what came our way. enced by his work one way or another, Devyn Duex worked all over Los in preserving classic work – there are We have to maintain that flexibility. whether they admit it or not. In a way Angeles before moving to Santa many companies who can do that he’s the common thread of the eve- much better than us. And being young Can we talk about the Santa Barbara ning. Elo danced for him in Holland EnTERTAinMEnT Pa Page 404044 with smaller budget pushed us to look program? Would you tell me about thethe at younger talent. We wanted artists pieces? with a new vocabulary and expanded We open with “Square None” by Lose fat painlessly ways of movement, things that would Norbert De La Cruz, who was born make the dancers better, an experience in the Philippines, grew up in South Bernhoft Center for Advanced Medicine to grow. Los Angeles and just graduated from One benefit of not having one voice, Juilliard School last year. ToTom and II a single choreographer, is diversity of happened to be there looking for danc- LipoLaser repertoire – there are three ballets that ers, and this kid had choreographed aad No pain – no surgery – safe are very different on each program. little piece on his classmates as part body contouring – non-invasive But that can make it hard to give an IDID of his graduation project. We were 40-60 minute treatment as a company. So we have a stable of really impressed and surprised and reduce trouble spots choreographers who helped us build intrigued by the level of sophistica- the company and like to return. And tion and craftsmanship. So we asked as little as now we have a strong identity, so it’s him if he would create a full-length $100/session* easy to recognize someone who is a work for us. It was his first ballet ever. With package. Call for details good fit, understands the aesthetic of “Square None” has been a great suc- the company, the abilities and the look. cess. Because he spent a lot of time in Los Angeles and went through jazz How would you define that aesthetic? schools there’s a healthy dose of influ- It’s very much rooted in classical ence of hip-hop and jazz dance. The ballet even though our taste is modern piece is full of different concepts; it’s a Robin A. Bernhoft, MD dance – no tutus or even pointe shoes. very fresh approach. 1200 Maricopa Hwy. Suite A Ojai • 805-640-0180 But the technique is there and the Jorma Elo’s “Over Glow” is frofrom aa www.drbernhoft.com dancers trained that way. What hap- much more established choreographer. VCSSP222 pens is that things in contemporary dance look the same these days, partly through easy access of the Internet and You Tube – everyone is influenced by others. So we look for a unique vocabulary, someone with his or her Where friends meet own vision. And our dancers are very athletic; this is a town where everyone skis and bikes and hikes. So we want aa choreographer who wants to make use of that, and shares our emphasis on visual, production values and lighting.

Now that the company is getting older, STEAK • SEAFOOD • COCKTAILS how do you keep that fresh voice? That’s the bigger challenge. At sev- enteen, you can’t help but find our Lunch from 11:30am (Sat & Sun from 10:00am) maturity, and there are expectations Dinner from 5:00pm that weren’t there before. We’re going Reservations (805) 564-1200 • 113 Harbor Way to a place for a first time – like Santa Barbara – who wants to see something special. And we return to others over and over again; it’s our sixth visit to New York. So we have a reputation, and we’re starting to feel the pressure of age. It’s not easy to stay true to 39 EnTERTAinMEnT (Continued from page 39) Barbara in 2003 and hooking up with my own voice out there. This work the Motion Theatre and SonneBlauma Kaita Lepore, premiered as a six-minute piece in troupes, and later set her own work one of the 2008 with Fusion Dance and now it’s on Fusion Dance and Daughters of performers built up to twenty-five minutes. There in Nebula Zion, before forming her own dance Dance Lab’s are six sections, new music, and a company just two years ago. Nebula “Re:Vision” fuller story line… It’s about looking at Dance Lab launches its second season at Center challenging situations, whether it’s a this weekend with three performances Stage Theater loss of a relationship, or an addiction, of “Re:Vision.” The program includes (photo credit: or even fertility issues, anything that Devyn Duex) Duex’s debut work for her own com- might be cyclical. How we go through pany, plus two by Emily Tatomer , all the experience and move forward once focusing on a theme of conveying per- you emerge. The idea was to hone in ception, memory and sensation. on the emotional and physical con- Duex talked about the company – cepts. It came from my own personal whose early days are not unlike those experience but it’s told in an abstract of the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet in that as support for emerging choreogra- There’s a correlation in arts exposure way, universal enough to mean some- new physical work is encouraged in a phers. Which means it’s really about and increase in academics. As far as thing and maybe awaken something company based in a small town – and the energy created when more people the professional arm, we’ve already in the audience. It’s very athletic, with discussed the program in a brief inter- are pulled, kind of like a collection of booked Center Stage for a weekend inn two different types of movement style view earlier this week. gasses that form, come together and October the next two years, and we’d and techniques reflecting the two get even bigger and bigger, expanding like to tour around California, and sides of the personality of the main Q.Q. The dictionary defines nebula as a out into the community. maybe beyond. But we’re new, so it’s character. She’s showing them to the diffuse mass of interstellar dust or gas, a matter of funding… My big vision other six characters, and eventually it visible as luminous patches or areas of You were in town for seven years before is becoming a modern company that comes together in the end. darkness. How does that apply to your creating Nebula and now this is just your pays the dancers salaries for the year Nebula Dance Lab presents “Re:Vision” dance company? second season. What is your vision for thethe as their main job, and turns into a big 8pm Friday and Saturday, and 2pm A.A. The original idea was to create a company? presence in the community. It’s all Sunday at Center Stage Theater. Tickets company for my own work. But after We’ve been happily surprised at about collaboration: the dancers play are $18 general, $13 students. Call 963- getting pregnant, I realized I may not how far we’ve come so quickly. We a role in what we develop. We all have 0408 or visit www.centerstagetheater.org always be the one creating the work. managed to produce our first show a piece of ourselves in the company. or www.nebuladance.org. There are so many choreographers in January. Now with this one I see in town who don’t have the opportu- our future as building both the out- You’re finally presenting one of your nity to get rehearsal space and delve reach and education elements, which own works in this year’s concert. Tell me Classcal Corer deeply into subject matter to create is a passion of mine – I did my mas- about “Sand Into Glass.” The last time we saw the Chinese something that will be produced. So it ter’s in creating revenue stream for It was fun to be behind the scenes pianist Lang Lang , he was showing turned into something that also serves dance companies though education. in the first show, but it’s great to get off his powerful prowess and deli- Whale of a Show On Now!!! Giant Humpback The best way to view and Blue whales them up close is aboard the Condor Express are abundant in our Santa Barbara Channel this Summer

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40 Anne-Sophie Mutter accompanied by pianist Lambert Orkis (March 5); and David Robertson conducting the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra featuring flutist Mark Sparks as soloist (March 20). Tickets for Lang Lang range from $38 to $103; season tickets cost $150-$525. CAMA’s Masterseries of recitals and smaller ensemble concerts at the Lobero also gets going this month, launching with guitarist Manuel Barrueco on October 24, followed by violinist Christian Tetzlaff onon

February 11; Tafelmusik Baroque UCSB ARTS & LECTURES PRESENTS Orchestra performing the music-cen- tered multimedia show “House of Dreams” from the creator of “The Galileo Project” (March 12); and pianist Andras Schiff performing Bach (April 19). Single tickets cost $33 & $43 ($48 & $63 for Schiff); four-concert subscriptions are $110 or $150 ($135 & UCSB ARTS & LECTURES PRESENTS $100 for International Series subscrib- ers). Thirty-year-old Chinese pianist Lang Lang is the For details on any CAMA concerts solo artist opening CAMA’s International Series on Wednesday (photo credit: SONY Classical) or ticket plans, call 966-4324 or visit www.camasb.org. cately intricate fingering via two Beethoven concertos at the Granada •••

Theater backed by the Santa Barbara CAMA PRESENTS Symphony as part of a special pre- The Santa Barbara Chamber season concert arranged as a warm-up Orchestra also kicks off its new season to an international tour.. this week, and with it another dis- On Wednesday, the still young talent count program to entice young con- (he turned 30 this year) returns to the certgoers to hear the classical music same venue as a solo artist opening ensemble. SBCOs Free Concert Seats CAMA’s International Series, which for Families program – which allows usually features touring orchestras but students (ages 10-18) from any finan- GRANADA THEATRE CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS couldn’t pass up a chance to present cial background to attend any of the the still somewhat polarizing pianist five regular season concerts with their once heralded as the “hottest artist on parents or guardians for free – is in itsits the classical music planet” by TheThe New fifth season. Now young adults can York Times. Spiked hair and leather also get a good deal. pants might contribute to his image, The new program is called “sbcome- but Lang Lang will press his magic s2u,” a somewhat disingenuous name fingers to the keys for a challenging since you still have to travel to the UCSB ARTS & LECTURES PRESENTS program of classic pieces, including Lobero to see the concerts. But the three sonatas by Mozart (No. 5 in G program does offer heavily discount- Major, K.283; No. 4 in E-flat Major, ed tickets – only $14 each for patrons K.282; and No. 8 in A minor, K.310), ages 15-35, with a limit of two tickets plus four Chopin Ballades (No. 1 in G per person to each of the five perfor- minor, Op. 23; No. 2 in F Major, Op. mances. And the seats are located all 38; No. 3 in A-flat Major, Op. 47; and over the theater; a website check ear- No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52). lier this week showed pairs available UCSB ARTS & LECTURES PRESENTS Also coming to the Granada via in both the 3rd and 7th rows in the CAMA this season: Philharmonia center section. The site, by the way, is Orchestra of London with for- clearly aimed at the younger set; the mer LA Philharmonic music direc- home page asks in big bold type “r u tortor Esa-Pekka Salonen at the podi- 15-35?” But don’t take that to mean um (November 16), the 93-year-old that it’s okay to text during the con- Vancouver Symphony Orchestra cert; catering to youth only goes so far. conducted by Bramwell Tovey with On the other end of the spectrum, WHAT’S NEXT? Jon Kimura Parker at the piano SBCO is still offering its Supper Club, (January 27); the 94th annual visit which serves a hot buffet style dinner of the LA Phil with guest conductor out on the lovely Lobero Courtyard Charles Dutoit (who is departing as before every regular concert. Wine, Chief Conductor of the Philadelphia beverages, dessert, tip and tax are allall Orchestra and is currently Artistic included for $40 per person. Director and Principal Conductor of Getting back to the actual music, the Royal Philharmonic), with cellist Japanese maestro Heiichiro Ohyama Gautier Capuçon and violist Carrie returns to conduct the Chamber Dennis (February 17); another recital with 36-year veteran violin virtuoso EnTERTAinMEnT Pa Page 525244 41 K-9 PALS ready Our Town for their Saturday Event are Rebecca by Joanne A. Calitri Foreman, Pam Rochell, Peter Joanne is a professional international photographer and journalist. Contact her at : Banuelos, Janelle [email protected] Ward and Karen Novak, with doggies Sadie, Commuty Agels network Abe, Cicely and Carrera. Presenters at the September Community Angels Network meeting: Alysia Hendricks, Laura McIver, K-9 PALS President Dr. Aragon, Joi Janelle Ward and Stephens and Lisa Karen Novak Dosch behind the scenes at the dog rescue kennel with Doddle the miniature ur town’s angels, aka the the American Heart Association after poodle and Pi, a chihuahua mix Community Angels Network her brother died at 45 years old of a O(CAN), held their September heart attack. She believes education monthly meeting at the home of and early detection of heart disease member Nancy Giford , to lend are crucial for surviving. Dr. Aragon their support to the American Heart stressed the need for heart education She is also working with overweight Association’s (AHA) program Circle and detection in women, and also stat- and obese kids, with educational pro- of Red, a society of women working ed that a woman’s life expectancy is grams for healthy eating in the Health on the heart health of women locally around 81, and one third of women’s Futures program. and nationally. deaths are heart related. Current CAN members are: Rosalind Presenting were El Encanto gen- The Circle of Red Luncheon, com- Gies Amorteguy, Nancy Gifford, eral manager and Chair of the Go ing up on Friday, February 8 at the Michelle Greer, Kathy Hagen, Lisa Red For Women Luncheon Laura Bacara Resort, offers free echocardio- Ross, Nancy O’Connor, Cherry Sadler, McIver;; Dr. Aragon , cardiologist and grams to all who attend. The goal Barb Toumayan, Celeste Turbeville, Division Director at Sansum Clinic of the American Heart Association is Carrie Towbes, Karen Van Horn, and AHA Board President; AHA exec- to improve cardiovascular health by Nancy Wall, Peggy Wiley and Laura utive director Lisa Dosch; Business twenty percent. Lisa Dosch mentioned Wyatt.. CAN was founded in 2003 by K-9 PALS volunteer Jeffrey Sondag with Phoenix Development Director of AHA Alysia that one can log onto www.mylife Celeste (Scheinberg) Turbeville. It is (photo credit: Kristen Hehnke) Hendricks and Joi Stephens , trustee check.org and answer a question- a women’s group interested in con- at $10 for prizes that are a minimum of the Board of the AHA. naire to find out about heart health tributing to local charities. The group of $150, such as brunch for four at the Joi Stephens joined the board of of and what can be done to improve it. meets nine times a year and mem- Biltmore. Janelle explains, “The Great bers take turns hosting a charity of of Ball Drop part of the dog festival was The angels of CAN: their choice and giving the chosen the brainstorm of one of our board (front row) Kathy charity a donation. The organization members, Debbie Deem. Each ticket Hagen, Laura Wyatt, Nancy then does a presentation at the meet- sold has a number assigned to a ten- Wall, Rosalind ing. The growing list of over 100 chari- nis ball. The balls are in a net that the Gies Amorteguy, ties CAN has helped include: Academy Santa Barbara Fire Department hoists Lisa Ross, Carrie of Healing Arts, Boys and Girls Club, up and drops into a bin with holes in it. Towbes; (back row) Breast Cancer Resource Center, All balls that make it through holes are Barb Toumayan, Peggy Wiley, Cherry CALM, Domestic Violence Solutions, winners. The grand prize, a 16GB iPad Sadler, Nancy Friendship Manor, Hospice/Visiting and $250 cash, is selected by a dog that Gifford, Betty Nurses and Safe Kids. goes into the bin and pulls out a ball.” Stephens (guest) The event sponsors are Santa Barbara (not pictured: Bank & Trust, Dermatology and Celeste Turbeville) K-9 PALS Aual Allergy Clinic for Animals, Advanced Dog Festval Veterinary Specialists, Created in Janelle Ward , K-9 PPALS President, Santa Barbara, and Silvergreens. Over ElainE MoshEr P.DD.. talked with me last week about the 60 local businesses have donated priz- Psychotherapy & Consultation annual Dog Festival coming up on es for the Great Ball Drop. Saturday, September 29 at Chase Palm “I come from a family of animal lov- speczg  retp ue Park. The mission of K-9 PALS, an ing people, and that love of animals all-volunteer, non-profit organization goes back for several generations,” idvdu, Cupe d Fme founded in Santa Barbara in 2000, remarks Janelle, adding, “I have pho- is to provide veterinary care, sup- tos of all my grandparents and great Welcomes port, adoption promotion, and advo- grandparents surrounded by their cacy for the homeless and abandoned dogs, horses, and cats. So there was no PPu Kbeg, M.D.. dogs of Santa Barbara County, all in way for me to me any different. I have Medical Consultant an effort to eliminate euthanasia so been involved in working with ani- that every adoptable dog will have a mal rescue and animal behavior train- chance for a loving home. The festival ing, shelters, rescue groups and vet- 805-845-7554 serves to raise much needed funding, erinary hospitals for over thirty-five www.therapist1.com || [email protected] with all the money to go to the K-9 years.” For more information, visit PALS Medical Fund. www.k-9pals.org and on Facebook at MFT 9032 For the event, 1000 tickets are sold www.facebook.com/K9PALS. •• M M J J 42 TRAVELER (Continued from page 38) float from the tightly packed houses, travel by car, given the good roads, In Piran, on passing small gardens with grape- the country’s small size, and the lack the Adriatic coast, the vines trailing over the walls, seeing of convenient public transportation main square laundry flap on lines outside lace- to some places you’ll want to see. shows clear curtained windows. Pick up a rental car in Ljubljana, influences In the evening I’d sit in a café on Bled, and other locations. I booked from nearby the narrow seafront promenade and through Auto Europe; www.autoeu Venice eat grilled calamari (less than $10 for rope.com. a full dinner), sip a cold Zlatorog, and watch the passing summer parade: a WHERE TO STAY little boy chasing his dad with a squirt Lake Bled: gun, teenage guys strumming guitars Villa Bled was ex-President Tito’s for admiring girls, old ladies gossip- getaway, located 1 km. from town and ing and laughing. furnished in “Communist chic” style, Nearby, appropriately, I happened Little bit o’ Italy: When they were Along the seawall sat kids with with stunning lake views, top service upon Butanoga, a boutique selling handing out coastlines, Slovenia got overturned cardboard boxes that dis- and cuisine; E190-230; www.vila-bled. handmade shoes and boots that are short-changed, with just 24 miles of the played seashells for sale. One little girl com. so inventive – think jewels, fur, and Adriatic Sea wedged between Croatia stood out from the rest because she Hotel Golf is a newer hotel (i.e., feathers – that they’re displayed like and Italy. The highlight is Piran, a decorated her shells with little objects minimal charm), but has a lake view, works of art, arranged in tableaux vest-pocket port with red-tile roofs, old to make art pieces. I chose a white swimming pool, and health spa; E78- or suspended from the ceiling indi- churches, and a maze of alleyways. scallop shell topped with an angel 125; www.hotel-golf-bled.com. vidually. I arrived on a sunny day. Kids were candle, and she gave me a big smile. Ljubljana: Part of the new thinking in Ljubljana happily getting soaked in the spray At home now, the seashell angel sits The Grand Hotel Union Executive can be found at the organic restaurant of waves hitting the seawall. A sleek on a shelf to remind me of that rarest is a 1905 Art Nouveau hotel with an that opened recently in the courtyard mega-yacht bobbed offshore, its decks of rarities – a European country still adjacent modern tower and a central of Ljubljana Castle. Elsewhere in town, dotted with uniformed crew and the innocent and unspoiled. This is the (yet quiet) location; E194-660; www. the new Museum of Contemporary requisite bikini-clad supermodels. But way it used to be. gh-union.si. Art has opened in the Metalkova area, that was the only glam touch to be The Antiq Palace Hotel occupies a a district with lively contemporary seen. Piran has the charms of a seaside COMPASS POINTS 1616thth century mansion in the city center art and music. (It’s also home to the haven like Portofino, but without the Visitor Information: Slovenian and has 13 suites and apartments, popular Celica Hostel, where young glitz. Tourist Board: www.slovenia.info. some with terraces; E135-550; http:// guests sleep in renovated prison cells.) The town square (a marble oval, Travel, attractions, events, accom- antiqpalace.com. Ljubljana may date back to 50 BC, actually) is named after composer modations. Google “weddings in Piran: when the Romans settled here, but Giuseppe Tartini, who was born in Slovenia” for hotel wedding packages. Hotel Piran overlooks the seafront these days the city radiates youthful the house at No. 7. Nearby stands promenade; E74-170 for rooms with energy and imagination. the Venetian House, a local landmark Getting Around: It makes sense to sea views; www.hoteli-piran.si/en. •• M M J J built in the 1515thth century and painted Best cave ever: From the city I vibrant watermelon red, with white drove south across the Karst, a lime- stonework around its pointed Gothic stone plateau. Hidden beneath the windows. I began walking each day forest lies a subterranean wonder- to a café on the square. The owner land. Guidebooks tout the Postojna would see me coming (well, okay, I’m Cave, but it’s touristy, with a tram to 6’7” tall) and dish up fresh coconut take visitors around. Instead, head ice cream – my favorite – by the time for Skocjan Caves, Slovenia’s can’t- I sat down. It was small-town friendli- miss natural wonder, home of the ness in action, a warmth typical of the world’s largest underground gorge. whole country. As I walked through a rock hall One afternoon I wandered through hung with stalactites, formations that Piran’s Maritime Museum. Roman grow only half an inch per century, I amphorae found in the nearby bay heard a low rumble somewhere ahead are displayed under a glass floor lit – the waterfalls of the Reka River with blue light, as though undersea. (literally, “River River”). Entering a Upstairs are ship models dating to vast, echoing chamber, I edged along the 1700s. Finely detailed right down a catwalk suspended off the rock wall. to their minuscule deck hatches and Next I crossed the chasm on a dizzy- thread rigging, they were originally ing bridge, 150 feet above the under- built for the instruction of future naval ground river. Ahead of me, lanterns officers and nautical engineers. glowed in the rising mist. I can close But what I liked best about Piran Lisa and Chris Cullen my eyes today and see it like a remem- was just wandering the tangle of bered dream.. streets – listening to music and voices Montecito Landscape Landscape Design and Installation STEVENS & ASSOCIATES INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. for over 40 years Specializing since 1984 RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE For a F REE Consultation Medicare Supplements * Special Plans for ages 50+ Call 805-969-3984 “Personal one-on-one Service” 805-683-3636 or 1-888-467-48111 www.montecitolandscape.com 5266 Hollister Ave. Ste. 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Music Festival is the knowledge that this THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 truly was a supergroup even back then. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 In addition to being honored by the Rock Casino country –– Alison Krauss’’ and Roll Hall o Fame as part o CSN, collaboration with Led Zeppelin vocalist each has also been inducted separately Metheny’s sax appeal – Jazz guitar Robert Plant produced the brilliant, with the infuential bands they came rom: alchemist Pat Metheny returns to town shimmering album Raising Sand and a The Byrds, Bualo Springeld and The sporting a new band that eatures a couple o tours together. But bluegrass- Hollies, respectively. Sure, sometimes thethe saxophonist or the rst time in more than olk purists were probably glad that an harmonies stray a bit, and the high notes 30 years. The Unity Band, which is also attempted ollow-up didn’t take shape, might be a bit o stretch, and there hasn’t the title o Metheny’s new album, includes leading Krauss to return to Union Station, been any new material or more than a recent partner Chris Potter on sax and the band she co-ounded as a teenager decade (1999 or a CSNY, 1994 or the bass clarinet, Ben Williams on bass and way back in 1987. The group’s latest trio), but CSN’s tight vocal arrangements longtime Metheny collaborator Antonio album, 2011’s Paper Airplane , was its still send shivers down the spine and Sanchez on drums. The concert kicks rst in seven years, and also perhaps trigger memories or anyone who knew o the new season o Jazz at the Lobero. the most popular, opening up at No. 2 them the rst time around. And the Santa Diane Reeves, Monterey Jazz Festival’s on the Billboard album chart. As well Barbara Bowl is one o their avorite places 55th anniversary tour (which also it should, given that Krauss’ blessedly to play. WHEN: 7pm WHERE: Santa eatures Potter) and a double-bill o Brad evocative soprano still sounds as pure Barbara Bowl, 1122 North Milpas Street Mehldau Trio and The Bad Plus round as mountain spring water, one o the COST: $42.50-$79.50 INFO: 962-7411 out the season. WHEN: 7pm WHERE: most gorgeous vocal instruments in pop or www.sbbowl.com Lobero Theater, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. music history, while her band remains as COST: $50 & $60 INFO: 963-0761 or tight as any in this or any genre. Now, TRAP-ped again – The Rhythmic Arts www.lobero.com somehow the artist who has won 27 Project Benet Concert supports the truly Grammys – more than anybody in history astounding and soul-saving programs that save or classical conductor Georg Solti, educates individuals with intellectual and is showing up with Union Station at the developmental dierences using rhythm $105.50 VIPs INFO: 963-0761 or www. a star due to a series o mix tapes and Chumash Casino, at 1,500 seats ar as a modality to address basic lie and smaller than the Santa Barbara Bowl, lobero.com YYouTube videos (which have surpassed learning skills. It’s also a heckuva show! In 165 million hits) that propelled his her venue or her last two appearances its second year at the Lobero ater several in town. WHEN: 8pm WHERE: 3400 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 popularity. A protégé o ellow Pittsburgh at Girls Inc. in Carpinteria, TRAP has rapper Wiz Khalia, Miller avors East Hwy. 246, Santa Ynez COST: $75- stepped up with a lineup eaturing Bonnie $135 INFO: (800) CHUMASH or www. SOL Food Festival – Now in its third psychedelic lyrics and has a penchant or Bramlett (o 1960s stalwarts Delaney reerencing marijuana in his lyrics. Now chumashcasino.com & Bonnie), Tata Vega,, Rosemary year, the one-day community-created estival is meant to raise awareness o he’s appearing at the Santa Barbara Bowl, Butler (longtime backup singer or the same outdoor venue that hosted Khalia FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Jackson Browne and other SoCal superstar the Sustainable, Organic and Local ood systems o Santa Barbara County. The last summer. WHEN: 7pm WHERE: Santa singer-songwriters) and Carl Graves Barbara Bowl, 1122 North Milpas Street Three Together – What’s even more with special guests rom Little Feat, Paul goal here is to communicate the concept astounding than the act that David that while ood itsel is something to COST: $33.50-$43.50 INFO: 962-7411 Barrere andand Fred Tackett, and hosted or www.sbbowl.com Crosby ,, Stephen Stills && Graham byby Edward James Olmos. It’s a real be celebrated, supporting a local and Nash are still together and touring chance to do well by doing good. WHEN: regional ood system is important or the regularly 43 years ater their debut the health o our bodies, our environment and Gray matter – Next January,y, Henry 8pm WHERE: Lobero Theater, 33 E. Gray will turn 88, representing the night beore the original Woodstock Canon Perdido St. COST: $50.50 general, our economy. The estival covers every aspect o ood, rom soil and growing number o keys on a piano, the instrument to cooking and compost, and estival he helped established as a mainstay in ONGOING goers have the opportunity to participate Chicago blues. Gray’s more than seven in demos, talks, workshops and other decades o experience includes stints activities that discuss how to get involved with Robert Lockwood, Jr., Billy Boy Arnold in the movement to make our ood system and Howlin’ Wol among many others, more Sustainable, Organic and Local. All including a recording with the Rolling the ood vendors ollow those practices Stones. Guitarist Chris James andand (including reasonable prices onsite) and bassist Patrick Rynn – who themselves even the water is locally produced and have been playing together since 1990 available or ree, with butternut squash – comprise the backing band or the curry, organic gluten-ree pizza, corn venerable pianist, who will be appearing polenta with veggie ragu, and resh wraps under the auspices o the Santa Barbara among the oerings. Each ood vendor Blues Society. A transer to the new Carrillo is paired with a local arm, allowing Recreation Center means more room to you to observe and taste the connections dance, and more comort, too, as the rom eld to ork. Other activities include audience gets to enjoy the knee-saving music rom Natalie D-Napolean andand spring-loaded foor. Free BBQ snacks prior to showtime. WHEN: 8pm WHERE: 100 Jazz at the Plaza – The series o ree jazz concerts on Thursdays at La Cumbre Glendessary Jam. WHEN: 10am-6pm WHERE: Plaza de Vera Cruz, corner o East Carrillo Street COST: $30 general Plaza continues this week with music rom Down 4 The Count Vocal Jazz Quintet. ($40 VIPS, includes a ree drink), discounts Each week also eatures artwork rom a chosen artist (Sept. 27: hand-painted ceramic Haley and Santa Barbara streets COST: ree INFO: www.soloodestival.com or students and SBBS members INFO: tiler Susie Dunbar), ocuses on a Plaza retailer who oers special discounts that 722-8155 or www.sbblues.org day (Sept. 27: J. Jill) and gives a percentage o proceeds to a chosen charity (Sept. 27: Santa Barbara Dance Institute). Optional wine tasting, eaturing various area Miller time – It’s looking pretty grim vintners on a rotating basis, costs $15 (Bridlewood Winery on Sept. 27). Limited or Pittsburgh’s baseball team to break SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 seating is available on a rst come-rst served basis, so eel ree to bring your own its 19-season streak o nishing with a chairs. Next week: music rom Donna Greene & The Roadhouse Daddies, with losing record. But the city has produced a Elvis lives – UCSB brought Elvis wine by The Winehound, Surboard Cutting Boards artist Joel Hoffmann, Solstice popular rapper who was born the same Costello to a downtown theater or a solo Sunglass Boutique as the eatured retailer and nonprot Angels Bearing Gits reaping year the Pirates nished above .500. show just a ew years ago, but this concert the rewards. WHEN: 5-7pm every Thursday through October 25 WHERE: 121 South Malcolm James McCormick , better promises to be even more exciting as the Hope Ave. COST: ree INFO: 687-6458 or www.shoplacumbre.com/Events/jazz known as Mac Miller, put out his debut venerable singer-songwriter who long since CD less than a year ago, but was already let behind the New Wave appellation 44 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Canine corner – The ourth annual K-9 PALS Dog Festival eatures pet products, lots o dog contests including agility, police K9 demonstrations, animal welare group, ood booths, music (by Tiany and the Henderson Brothers) and plenty o adoptable pets on the premises. But the big draw is the annual Great Ball Drop, a new twist on the prize rafe in which 1,000 tennis balls that have been “adopted” by hopeuls are hoisted into the sky then released to all onto a custom- designed prize board. The grand prize is an iPad and $250 git certicate. WHEN: 11am-3pm WHERE: Chase Palm Park, 323 E. Cabrillo Blvd. COST: ree INFO: 570-0415 or www.k-9pals.org Information Listed for Friday, September 28 thru Thursday, October 4  Denotes ‘SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT’ Restrictio ns he acquired in the 1970s is presenting since emerging rom Akron, Ohio, a 877-789-MOVIE www.metrotheatres.com “2054 – The Century Show.” The idea decade ago. Dan Auerbach (guitar, FAIRVIEW METRO 4 ARLINGTON is that the concert may contain any song vocals) and Patrick Carney (drums) Features Stadium Seating Features Stadium Seating Courtyard Bar Open he’s written over his 35-year career, as toured and recorded almost endlessly, 225 N. Fairview - Goleta 618 State Street - S.B. Friday Only - 5:00 - 8:30 1317 State Street - 963-4408 well as perhaps his uture hits. Ever the leading to a record deal with Nonesuch,  WON’T BACK DOWN (PG)(PG)  LOOPER (R)(R) sardonic wit, Costello oered, “I’m playing and collaborations with amed producer FFrri-i-SSuun - 1:1:0000 33::4545 66:3:300 9:9:2200 Fri-Fri-SunSun -- RESIDENT EVIL: this show now in the unlikely event that Danger Mouse. 2010’s Brothers won three Mon-Thu - 2:00 4:45 7:307:30 1:10 2:30 4:00 5:20 RETRIBUTION (R)(R) 7:00 8:15 9:50 in2 D: 2:2:4545 5:5:20 in3 D: 8:8:0000 I’m not around to perorm the songs on Grammy Awards, last year’s Clash-and-T.. HOUSE AT THE END Mon-Th-Thuu -- Except Sat & Thu - No Shows! the appointed date.” Whatever the set Rex-inspired “El Camino” topped critics’ OF THE STREET (PG-13) FFrri-i-SSuun - 1:1:1515 44::0000 66:4:455 9:9:1100 2:30 4:00 5:20 7:00 8:15 Thursday, October 4 list, the songs are never less than expertly- Top 10 lists (and hit No. 2 on Billboard), Mon-Thu - 2:30 5:00 7:457:45 Playing on 2 Screens crated insights rom one o the brightest, and now the duo, augmented by a touring  LALAWRWRENENCECE OFOF ARARABABIAIA FINDING NEMO (G)(G) in 3D: DREDD (R)(R) Thu 10/4 - 1:00 7:00 most inquisitive and versatile minds in pop quartet, is hitting the Santa Barbara Bowl. Fri-Sun - 1:30 4:20 7:007:00 in 3D: Fri-Tue & Thu - 7:20 Restored - DIGITAL music, as Costello has veered rom New Tegan & Sara, the Canadian indie duoduo Mon-Thu - 2:10 4:304:30 Wed - No 3D Show! Wave to Nashville, pop crooning to punk eaturing identical twin sisters, opens the in 2D: Fri-Sun - PLAZA DE ORO RESIDENT EVIL: 2:00 4:50 9:40 371 Hitchcock Way - S.B. shouting, string quartets to Burt Bacharach concert. WHEN: 6:30pm WHERE: Santa RETRIBUTION (R)(R) in 2D: Mon-Thu - 2:00 4:504:50 and Beatle Paul McCartney. Not sure i Barbara Bowl, 1122 North Milpas Street FriFri-Su-Sun- 9:39:300 MoMon-Tn-Thu- 7:17:155 SAMSARA (PG-13) “The Spectacular Spinning Songbook” in COST: $58.50-$83.50 INFO: 962-7411 LAWLESS (R)(R) Fri & Tue-Thu - 7:30 RIVIERA FFriri--SSuun - 11:3:300 4:4:1010 66::4545 99:2:200 Sat/Sun - 1:20 4:30 7:307:30 which audience members help determine or www.sbbowl.com Mon-Thu - 2:15 5:00 7:457:45 Mon - 6:30 the evening’s are via a carnival-style 2044 Alameda Padre Serra - S.B. Philip Seymour Hoffman wheel is part o this tour, but Costello’s Backcountry booster –– Santa Wednesday, October 3 THE INTOUCHABLES (R)(R) THE MASTER (R)(R)  Fri & Tue-Thu - 7:15 selection are likely even more attuned Barbara News-Press hiking columnist Fri & MM& onon-T-Thu - 4:4:0000 7:7:1515 E. T. Sat/Sun - 1:40 4:15 7:157:15 to what we really want to hear. What a James Wapotich – who is an intrepid SSa tat//SSuun - 1::0000 4 :4:0000 7 :7:1155 THE EXTRA-TERRESTERIAL Mon - 6:45 way to kick o UCSB’s new A&L season! backpacker and a Volunteer Wilderness Wed 10/3 - 7:00 -- DIGDIGITITALAL WHEN: 8pm WHERE: Granada Theatre, Ranger with the Forest Service – presents CAMINO REAL FIESTA 5 Features Stadium Seating PASEO NUEVO Features Stadium Seating 1214 State Street COST: $35-$70 ($150 images and stories rom his hikes in ourour 8 W. De La Guerra Pl. - S.B. CAMINO REAL MARKETPLACE 916 State Street - S.B. premium) INFO: 893-3535 or www. local mountains. The PowerPoint slideshow Emma Watson....Ezra Miller Hollister & Storke - GOLETA  HOTEL TRANSYLVLVANIA ArtsAndLectures.UCSB.edu or 899-2222 with time or questions will include images  THE PERKS OF BEING  HOTEL TRANSYLVLVANIA in 2D: Fri-Fri-SunSun -- (PG)(PG) or www.granadasb.org o our local backcountry rom the San in 2D: Fri-Fri-SunSun -- (PG)(PG) AA WWALLFLOWER (PG-13) Fri-Fri-SunSun -- 1122::0000 22::1155 44::4400 77::1100 99::2255 12:20 2:35 5:00 7:30 9:45 Mon-Thu - 2:20 4:40 7:007:00 Raael and Dick Smith Wildernesses as 1:15 2:45 4:00 5:20 Duo of duos – A garage-rock revival well as trails closer to home, and is a great MMonon-T-Thu - 22- :3:355 5:5:0000 7:7:3030 9:9:4545 6:45 8:00 9:20  WON’T BACK DOWN (PG)(PG)  twosome would seem unlikely to be o opportunity to learn more about our local PITCH PERFECT (PG-13) Mon-Th-Thuu -- FFriri--SSuun - 1:1:2020 44::1010 7:7:0000 9:9:4545 much interest to a boutique indie label trails. WHEN: 7pm WHERE: Karpeles 1:30 4:20 7:10 9:55 2:45 4:00 5:20 6:45 8:00 Mon-Thu - 2:10 5:00 7:507:50  LOOPER (R)(R) Playing on 2 Screens that specializes in roots music, classical Manuscript Library, 21. W. Anapamu FINDING NEMO (G)(G) in 3D: 1:40 4:30 7:20 10:10 and jazz let alone the Grammys, but The Street COST: ree INFO: 564-6946 or Clint Eastwood....Amy Adams FrFri-i-SuSun - 1212:1:155 2:2:4545 5:5:1515 7:7:4545 Black Keys have deed all expectations www.songsothewilderness.wordpress.com DREDD (R)(R) Justin Timberlake (PG-13) Mon-Thu - 2:30 4:50 7:157:15 in 3D: 6:506:50 TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE in 2D: 1:20 4:10 9:40 FFriri--SSuun - 11:3:300 4:4:1155 7:7:0000 99::3535 END OF WATCH (R)(R) Mon-Thu - 2:20 5:00 7:407:40 FFriri--SSuun - 1:1:4040 44::2020 7:7:2200 9:9:5555 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Clint Eastwood (PG-13) Mon-Thu - 2:40 5:10 7:407:40 TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE Joaquin Phoenix....Amy Adams 1:00 3:45 6:30 9:10 Philip Seymour Hoffman HOUSE AT THE END THE MASTER (R)(R) OF THE STREET (PG-13) END OF WATCH (R)(R) Fri-Sun - 1:45 5:00 8:158:15 FrFri-i-SuSun - 2:2:0000 4:4:5050 7:7:3030 1010:0:000 ‘Opus’ 2 – A benet or music education in 1:10 4:00 6:40 9:30 Mon-Thu - 2:10 5:10 8:158:15 Mon-Thu - 2:50 5:30 8:008:00 the schools is hosting a special screening o Mr. Holland’s Opus, the classic Hollywood lm that best exemplies the link between music and growth. Santa Barbara-based actor Jay Thomas, who played Coach Advertise in Meister in the lm, joins screenwriter Patrick Shean Duncan, who was nominated or a Golden Globe or his script. There is no ocial admission or the event, but guests are asked to donate $20, which will directly benet the Music Programs in the Carpinteria Unied School District. Peter Bie will moderate a discussion prior to the screening, and there will be some one-o-a-kind items Affordable. Effective. Efficient. available via rafe. WHEN: 7:30pm WHERE: Plaza Playhouse Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria INFO: 684- Call for rates (805) 565-1860 6380 or www.plazatheatercarpinteria.com 45 PUBLIC NOTICES

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA ORDINANCE NO. 5594 ORDINANCE NO. 5596 NOTICE TO BIDDERS AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA AMENDING CHAPTER 9.116 OF THE SANTA BARBARA APPROVING THE SALE OF THE SURPLUS REAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received BARBARA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO EMERGENCY PROPERTY LOCATED AT 309 WEST ORTEGA STREET (APN by the City of Santa Barbara Purchasing Office located at 310310 SERVICES. 037-113-007) TO RAQUEL MEDINA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California, until 3:00 p.m. onon IN THE HIGH BID AMOUNT OF $400,300. the date indicated at which time they will be publicly opened, read and posted for: The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a BID NO. 5185 regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council DUE DATE & TIME: OCTOBER 16, 2012 UNTIL 3:00P.M.M. held on September 18, 2012. held on September 18, 2012. WESTSIDE CENTER LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held on October 3, to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa 2012 at 9:00 a.m., at the Westside Center, located at 423 W. to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA, to discuss the Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original specifications and field conditions. Bid Documents are Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original available at the Purchasing Office and at the pre-bid ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the meeting. ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the City Clerk's Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, Bids must be submitted on forms supplied by the City of Santa City Clerk's Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, Barbara and in accordance with the specifications, terms and California. conditions contained therein. Bid packages containing all California. forms, specifications, terms and conditions may be obtained in person at the Purchasing Office or b y calling (805) 564-5349, or (Seal) by Facsimile request to (805) 897-1977. There is no charge for (Seal) bid package and specifications. /s/______Bidders are hereby notified that pursuant to provisions of Gwen Peirce, CMC /s/______Section 1770, et seq., of the Labor Code of the State of City Clerk Services Manager Gwen Peirce, CMC California, the Contractor shall pay its employees the general City Clerk Services Manager prevailing rate of wages as determined by the Director of Department of Industrial Relations. In addition, the Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with the requirements of ORDINANCE NO. 5594 ORDINANCE NO. 5596 Section 1777.5 of the California Labor Code relating to apprentice public works contracts. STATE OF CALIFORNIA )) STATE OF CALIFORNIA )) The project is funded through a Community Development Block )) )) Grant (CDBG). This is a federally-assisted project and Davis- COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss.ss. COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss.ss.) Bacon (DBRA) requirements will be strictly enforced. In the )) )) event of a conflict between Federal Prevailing Wage CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )) CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )) (Davis/Bacon Act) and Prevailing Wage, Contractor/Subcontractor shall pay the higher of the two rates. I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced The City of Santa Barbara requires all contractors to possess a on September 11, 2012, and was adopted by the Council of the on September 11, 2012, and was adopted by the Council of the current valid State of California C-10 Contractors License. City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 18, 2012, by City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 18, 2012, by The company bidding on this must possess one of the above the following roll call vote: the following roll call vote: mentioned licenses and be otherwise deemed qualified to perform the work specified herein. Bids submitted using the AYES: Councilmembers Dale Francisco, Frank AYES: Councilmembers Dale Francisco, Frank license name and number of a subcontractor or other person Hotchkiss, Grant House, Cathy Murillo,lo, Hotchkiss, Grant House, Cathy Murillo, who is not a principle partner or owner of the company making Randy Rowse, Bendy White, Mayor Randy Rowse, Bendy White; Mayor Helene this bid, will be rejected as being non-responsive. Helene Schneider Schneider The City of Santa Barbara affirmatively assures that minority NOES: Councilmember(s) or None NOES: Councilmember(s) or None and disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will ABSENT: Councilmember(s) or None ABSENT: Councilmember(s) or None not be discriminated against on the grounds of age (over 40), ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, sex, gender ABSTENTIONS: Councilmember(s) or None ABSTENTIONS: Councilmember(s) or None identity and expression, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), national origin, race, religious belief, or sexual orientation in consideration of award. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 19, the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 19, ______2012. 2012. William Hornung, C.P.M. Published: Sept. 26, 20122012 General Services Manager Montecito Journal /s/ /s/ /s/ /s/ Gwen Peirce, CMC Gwen Peirce, CMC City Clerk Services Manager City Clerk Services Manager I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on September 19, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Apt. 7, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on September 19, 2012. NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing This statement was led with the 2012. person(s) is/are doing business County Clerk o Santa Barbara /s/ /s/ as:as: Mesa Salsa Company, 848848 County on September 19, 2012. /s/ /s/ Helene Schneider Calle Cortita, Santa Barbara, CA This statement expires ve years rom Helene Schneider Mayor 93109. Anne Altamirano, 848848 the date it was led in the Oce o Mayor Calle Cortita, Santa Barbara, CA the County Clerk. I hereby certiy that 93109. This statement was led this is a correct copy o the original with the County Clerk o Santa statement on le in my oce. Joseph hereby certiy that this is a correct statement expires ve years rom the statement expires ve years rom the ve years rom the date it was led Barbara County on September 17, E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by copy o the original statement on date it was led in the Oce o the date it was led in the Oce o the in the Oce o the County Clerk. I 2012. This statement expires ve Kathy Miller. Original FBN No. 2012- le in my oce. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk. I hereby certiy that County Clerk. I hereby certiy that hereby certiy that this is a correct years rom the date it was led in 0002714. Published September County Clerk (SEAL) by Joshua this is a correct copy o the original this is a correct copy o the original copy o the original statement on the Oce o the County Clerk. I 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2012. Madison. Original FBN No. 2012- statement on le in my oce. Joseph statement on le in my oce. Joseph le in my oce. Joseph E. Holland, hereby certiy that this is a correct 0002669. Published September E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by County Clerk (SEAL) by Kathy copy o the original statement on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 19, 26, October 3, 10, 2012. Kathy Miller. Original FBN No. 2012- Carol Kraus. Original FBN No. 2012- Miller. Original FBN No. 2012- le in my oce. Joseph E. Holland, NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing 0002672. Published September 0002559. Published September 0002393. Published September County Clerk (SEAL) by Joshua person(s) is/are doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 19, 26, October 3, 10, 2012. 12, 19, 26, October 3, 2012. 12, 19, 26, October 3, 2012. Madison. Original FBN No. 2012- Forever Beautiful Spa; Santa NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing 0002679. Published September Barbara Eyelash Extensions, 66 person(s) is/are doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2012. Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA Sturgeon Enterprises; Sturgeon NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing NAME STATEMEN T:T: The ollowing NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing 93109. Stephanie Gombrelli, 66 Real Estate Investments; person(s) is/are doing business as: person(s) is/are doing business as: person(s) is/are doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA Sturgeon Rentals, 1207 Diana The Blooming Thread, PO Box Menu Cellars, 35 Industrial Way, CLEVERPIXEL; CLEVERPIXEL. NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing 93109. This statement was led Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. 2829, Lompoc, CA 93438. Ryan Buellton, CA 93427. A&SS LLC,LLC, NET,NET, 308 North N. Street, Lompoc, person(s) is/are doing business as: with the County Clerk o Santa Judy E. Sturgeon, 1207 Diana Nicole Horton, 135 E. Cypress 3215 Via La Selva, Palos Verdes CA 93436. Erik Schade, 308 North Nick Gosnell Tree Service, 228 W. Barbara County on September 14, Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. Ave., Apt 6, Lompoc, CA 93436. Estates, CA 90274. This statement N. Street, Lompoc, CA 93436. Victoria Street, Apt. 7, Santa Barbara, 2012. This statement expires ve This statement was led with the This statement was led with the was led with the County Clerk o This statement was led with the CA 93101. Nicholas Alexander years rom the date it was led in County Clerk o Santa Barbara County Clerk o Santa Barbara Santa Barbara County on August County Clerk o Santa Barbara Gosnell, 228 W. Victoria Street, the Oce o the County Clerk. I County on September 17, 2012. This County on September 4, 2012. ThisThis 17, 2012. This statement expires County on August 20, 2012. This 46 ORDINANCE NO. 5593 ORDINANCE NO. 5595 CITY OF SANTA BARBARA NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BID NO: 5183 BARBARA APPROVING A FIVE-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT BARBARA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE AIRPORT WITH ONE FIVE-YEAR OPTION WITH CLEAN SEAS, L.L.C. AT DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE A RESTATED LEASE AGREEMENT Sealed proposals for Bid No. 5183 for the ON-CALL SEWER A MONTHLY RENT OF $2,200, FOR APPROXIMATELY 1,800 NO. 12,037 DATED AUGUST 1, 1983, AS AMENDED, BETWEEN MAIN POINT REPAIRS FY13 will be received in the Purchasing SQUARE FEET OF WATER AREA ADJACENT TO MARINA 1-F SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT CORPORATION, A Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101, FINGER IN THE SANTA BARBARA HARBOR, EFFECTIVE CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, AND THE CITY OF SANTA until 3:00 p.m., Thursday, October 4, 2012 to be publicly OCTOBER 18, 2012. BARBARA ENCOMPASSING APPROXIMATELY 938,321 opened and read at that time. Any bidder who wishes its bid SQUARE FEET LOCATED AT 515 ROBERT MARXMILLER proposal to be considered is responsible for making certain that PLACE AT THE SANTA BARBARA AIRPORT. its bid proposal is actually delivered to said Purchasing Office. The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a Bids shall be addressed to the General Services Manager, Purchasing Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a California, and shall be labeled, “ON-CALL SEWER MAIN POINT REPAIRS FY13, Bid No. 5183." held on September 18, 2012. regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council The work includes all labor, material, supervision, plant and The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant held on September 18, 2012. equipment necessary to repair and replace damaged sewer pipelines utilizing traditional open trench excavation methods. to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant Currently, the City has three (3) sewer pipelines that are in immediate need for repair. Additional sewer pipelines that Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa require immediate repairs are expected over the next several months, as the City will CCTV approximately 25 miles of its ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original sanitary sewer system starting in January 2013. The City intends to utilize this contract to perform “on-call” construction City Clerk's Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the services for these urgent repairs through June 2013. TheThe quantity of contingency bid items 4-7 (point repairs, point California. City Clerk's Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, repairs with service connection, point repairs with concrete, and point repairs with service connection – concrete) are an California. estimate only for the purposes of bid comparison. The actual (Seal) quantities of these items of work may vary substantially from the estimated amount. The Engineerʼʼs estimate is $125,200. (Seal) Each bidder must have a Class A license to complete this work /s/______in accordance with the California Business and Professions Gwen Peirce, CMC Code. City Clerk Services Manager /s/______Gwen Peirce, CMC To obtain a copy of the specifications for this Project, visit City Clerk Services Manager Ebidboard.com to become a registered plan holder and ORDINANCE NO. 5593 download a copy of the specifications. The City ʼʼs contact for this project is Bradley Rahrer, Project Engineer, 805-560-7531.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )) ORDINANCE NO. 5595 Project Addendum notifications will be issued through )) Ebidboard.com. Although Ebidboard will fax and/or email alll COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss.ss.) notifications once they are provided contact information, bidders )) STATE OF CALIFORNIA )) are still responsible for obtaining all addenda from the CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )) ʼʼ )) Ebidboard website or the City s website at: COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss.ss.) http://www.santabarbaraca.gov/Business/Purchasing/Projects/. )) I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )) Bidders are hereby notified that pursuant to provisions of on September 11, 2012, and was adopted by the Council of the Section 1770, et seq., of the Labor Code of the State of City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 18, 2012, by California, the Contractor shall pay its employees the general the following roll call vote: I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced prevailing rate of wages as determined by the Director of the on September 11, 2012, and was adopted by the Council of the Department of Industrial Relations. In addition, the Contractor AYES: Councilmembers Dale Francisco, Frank shall be responsible for compliance with the requirements of Hotchkiss, Grant House, Cathy Murillo, City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 18, 2012, by Section 1777.5 of the California Labor Code relating to Randy Rowse, Bendy White; Mayor Helene the following roll call vote: apprentice public works contracts. Schneider AYES: Councilmembers Dale Francisco, Frank Per California Civil Code Section 3247, a payment bond in the NOES: Councilmember(s) or None Hotchkiss, Grant House, Cathy Murillo, Randy Rowse, Bendy White, Mayor Helene amount of 100% of the bid total will be required from the successful bidder for bids exceeding $25,000. The bond must ABSENT: Councilmember(s) or None Schneider be provided within 10 calendar days from notice of award and prior to the performance of any work. ABSTENTIONS: Councilmember(s) or None NOES: Councilmember(s) or None

ABSENT: Councilmember(s) or None The proposal shall be accompanied by a proposal guaranty bond in the sum of at least 10% of the total amount of the IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed proposal, or alternatively by a certified or cashier ʼʼs check the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 19, ABSTENTIONS: Councilmember(s) or None 2012. payable to the Owner in the sum of at least 10% of the total amount of the proposal. /s/ /s/ IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed Gwen Peirce, CMC the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 19, A separate performance bond in the amount of 100% of the bid City Clerk Services Manager 2012. total will be required from the successful bidder. The bond must be provided within 10 calendar days from the notice to I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on September 19, /s/ /s/ award and prior to the performance of any work. 2012. Gwen Peirce, CMC City Clerk Services Manager The City of Santa Barbara hereby notifies all bidders that it will /s/ /s/ affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to Helene Schneider I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on September 19, this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be Mayor 2012. afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds /s/ /s/ of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual statement expires ve years rom the Clerk (SEAL) by Dionne Ruiz. Original Helene Schneider orientation, political affiliations or beliefs, sex, age, physical date it was led in the Oce o the FBN No. 2012-0002283. Published Mayor disability, medical condition, marital status or pregnancy as set County Clerk. I hereby certiy that September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012. forth hereunder. this is a correct copy o the original statement on le in my oce. Joseph FICTITIOUS BUSINESS E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing 1413367. To all interested parties: petition should not be granted. I no Carol Kraus. Original FBN No. 2012- person(s) is/are doing business as: Petitioner Basilisa Figueroa ledled written objection is timely led, the GENERAL SERVICES MANAGER 0002408. Published September Hella Digital, 7901 Rio Vista Drive, a petition with Superior Court o court may grant the petition without CITY OF SANTA BARBARA 12, 19, 26, October 3, 2012. Goleta, CA 93117. Walter Klein, Caliornia, County o Santa Barbara, a hearing. Filed September 14, 7901 Rio Vista Drive, Goleta, CA or a decree changing name o child 2012 by TTerry Chavez, Deputy Clerk. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 93117. This statement was led with romrom Gissel Figueroa toto Gissel Hearing date: November 29, 2012 at NAME STATEMENT: The ollowing the County Clerk o Santa Barbara Figueroa Estrada. The Court 9:30 am in Dept. 6, 1100 Anacapa William Hornung, C.P.M. person(s) is/are doing business as: County on August 29, 2012. This orders that all persons interested in Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. AJ’S Computer, 709 North E Street, statement expires ve years rom this matter appear beore this court Published 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17 PUBLISHED: Apt 2, Lompoc, CA 93436. Adam the date it was led in the Oce o at the hearing indicated below to Montecito Journal: Sept. 19 and Sept. 26, 2012 Curtis, 709 North E Street, Apt 2, the County Clerk. I hereby certiy show cause, i any, why the petition ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR Lompoc, CA 93436. This statement that this is a correct copy o the or change o name should not CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. was led with the County Clerk o original statement on le in my oce. be granted. Any person objecting 1403387. To all interested parties: Santa Barbara County on August Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk to the name changes described Petitioner Lisa Bluma Dana ledled the hearing indicated below to objection at least two court days 7, 2012. This statement expires ve (SEAL) by Kathy Miller. Original about must le a written objection a petition with Superior Court o show cause, i any, why the petition beore the matter is scheduled to years rom the date it was led in the FBN No. 2012-0002533. Published that included the reasons or the Caliornia, County o Santa Barbara, or change o name should not be be heard and must appear at the Oce o the County Clerk. I hereby September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012. objection at least two court days or a decree changing name to LisaLisa granted. Any person objecting hearing to show cause why the certiy that this is a correct copy o beore the matter is scheduled to Bluma Love. The Court orders to the name changes described petition should not be granted. I the original statement on le in my ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR be heard and must appear at the that all persons interested in this about must le a written objection oce. Joseph E. Holland, County CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. hearing to show cause why the matter appear beore this court at that included the reasons or the LEGALS Pa Page 494944 47 MONTECITO E ATERIES . . . A Guide

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Bella Vista $$$$$$ San Ysidro Ranch 1260 Channel Drive (565-8237) 900 San Ysidro Lane (565-1700) Jack’s Bistro $$ Enterprise Fish Co. $$$$ Located in what is a 19th-century citrus 5050 Carpinteria Avenue (566-1558) 225 State Street (962-3313) Cafe Del Sol $$$$ packinghouse, Stonehouse restaurant features Serving light California Cuisine, Jack’s oers Every Monday and Tuesday the Enterprise Fish 30 Los Patos Way (969-0448) a lounge with full bar service and separate freshly baked bagels with whipped cream Company oers two-pound Maine Lobsters dining room with crackling replace and cheeses, omelettes, scrambles, breakfast bur- served with clam chowder or salad, and rice or CAVA $$ creekside views. Chef Matthew Johnson’s ritos, specialty sandwiches, wraps, burgers, sal- potatoes for only $29.95. Happy hour is every 1212 Coast Village Road (969-8500) regional cuisine is prepared with a palate of ads, pastas and more. Jacks oers an extensive weekday from 4 pm to 7 pm. Open Sunday Regional Mexican and Spanish cooking herbs and vegetables harvested from the on-site espresso and coee bar menu, along with wine thru Thursday 11:30 am to 10 pm and Friday combine to create Latin cuisine from tapas and chef’s garden. Recently voted 1 of the best 5050 and beer. They also oer full service catering, thru Saturday 11:30 am to 11 pm.pm. margaritas, mojitos, seafood paella and sangria restaurants in America by OpenTable Diner’s and can accommodate wedding receptions to to lobster tamales, Churrasco ribeye steak and Choice. 2010 Diners’ Choice Awards: 1 of 50 corporate events. Open Monday through Fri- Los Agaves $$ seared Ahi tuna. Sunower-colored interior Most Romantic Restaurants in America, 1 of day 6:30 am to 3 pm, Saturday and Sunday 600 N. Milpas Street (564-2626) is accented by live Spanish guitarist playing 50 Restaurants With Best Service in America. next to cozy beehive replace nightly. Lively 7 am to 3 pm. Los Agaves oers eclectic Mexican cuisine, using Open for dinner from 6 to 10 pm daily. only the freshest ingredients, in a casual and year-round outdoor people-watching front Sunday Brunch 10 am to 2 pm. patio. Open Monday-Friday 11 am to 10 pm. Nugget $$ friendly atmosphere. Serving lunch and dinner, Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 10 pm.pm. 2318 Lillie Avenue (969-6135) with breakfast on the weekends, Los Agaves fea- Trattoria Mollie $$$$$$ tures traditional dishes from central and south- 1250 Coast Village Road (565-9381) China Palace $$$$ Padaro Beach Grill $$ ern Mexico such as shrimp & sh enchiladas, 3765 Santa Claus Lane (566-9800) shrimp chile rellenos, and famous homemade 1070 Coast Village Road (565-9380) Tre Lune $$/$$$ A beach house feel gives this seaside eatery its mole poblano. Open Monday- Friday 11 am to 1151 Coast Village Road (969-2646) charm and makes it a perfect place to bring the 9 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9 am to 9 pm. Giovanni’s $ A real Italian boite, complete with small but whole family. Its new owners added a pond, 1187 Coast Village Road (969-1277) fully licensed bar, big list of Italian wines, large waterfall, an elevated patio with replace and Miró $$$$ comfortable tables and chairs, lots of mahogany couches to boot. Enjoy grill options, along with 8301 Hollister Avenue at Bacara Resort & Spa Los Los Arroyos $$ and large b&w vintage photos of mostly fa- salads and seafood plates. The Grill is open (968-0100) 1280 Coast Village Road (969-9059) mous Italians. Menu features both comfort food Monday through Sunday 11 am to 9 pm Miró is a rened refuge with stunning views, like mama used to make and more adventurous featuring two genuine Miro sculptures, a Little Alex’s $$ Italian fare. Now open continuously from lunch Sly’s $$$ top-rated chef oering a sophisticated menu 1024 A-Coast Village Road (969-2297) to dinner. Also open from 7:30 am to 11:30 am 686 Linden Avenue (684-6666) that accents fresh, organic, and native-grown daily for breakfast. Lucky’s (brunch) $$ (dinner) $$$$$$ Sly’s features fresh sh, farmers’ market veg-- ingredients, and a world-class wine cellar. Open gies, traditional pastas, prime steaks, Blue Plate Tuesday through Saturday from 6 pm to 10 pm. 1279 Coast Village Road (565-7540) Via Vai Trattoria Pizzeria $$$$ Comfortable, old-fashioned urban steak- Specials and vintage desserts. You’ll nd a full 1483 East Valley Road (565-9393) Olio e Limone Ristorante $$$$$$ house in the heart of America’s biggest little bar, serving special martinis and an extensive wine list featuring California and French wines. Olio Pizzeria $$ village. Steaks, chops, seafood, cocktails, Delis, bakeries, juice bars and an enormous wine list are featured, with Cocktails from 4 pm to close, dinner from 5 to 9 17 West Victoria Street (899-2699) pm Sunday-Thursday and 5 to 10 pm Friday and Elaine and Alberto Morello oversee this white tablecloths, ne crystal and vintage Blenders in the Grass Saturday. Lunch is M-F 11:30 to 2:30, and brunch friendly, casually elegant, linen-tabletop eatery photos from the 20th century. The bar 1046 Coast Village Road (969-0611) (separate from dining room) features large is served on the weekends from 9 am to 3 pm. featuring Italian food of the highest order. Of- ferings include eggplant soué, pappardelle at-screen TV and opens at 4 pm during thethe Here’s The Scoop Stacky’s Seaside $$ with quail, sausage and mushroom ragù, and week. Open nightly from 5 pm to 10 pm; 1187 Coast Village Road (lower level) Saturday & Sunday brunch from 9 am to 2315 Lillie Avenue (969-9908) fresh-imported Dover sole. Wine Spectator (969-7020) Award of Excellence-winning wine list. Private 3 pm. Valet Parking. Gelato and Sorbet are made on the premises. Summerland Beach Café $$ dining (up to 40 guests) and catering are also Open Monday through Thursday 1 pm to 9 pm,pm, Montecito Café $$$$ 2294 Lillie Avenue (969-1019) available. It is open for lunch Monday thru 12 pm to 10 pm Friday and Saturday, and Saturday (11:30 am to 2 pm) and dinner seven 1295 Coast Village Road (969-3392) 12 pm to 9 pm on Sundays. Tinkers $ nights a week (from 5 pm). Montecito Coffee Shop $$ 2275 C Ortega Hill Road (969-1970) Next door at Olio Pizzeria , the Morellosllos Jeannine’s have added a simple pizza-salumi-wine-bar 1498 East Valley Road (969-6250) 1253 Coast Village Road (969-7878) Santa Barbara / Restaurant Row inspired by neighborhood “pizzerie” and “enoteche” in Italy. Private dining for up to Montecito Wine Bistro $$$$$$ Montecito Deli Bistro Eleven Eleven $$$$ 32 guests. The Pizzeria is open daily from 516 San Ysidro Road 969-7520 1150 Coast Village Road (969-3717) 1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard (730-1111) 11:30 am to close. Head to Montecito’s upper village to indulge in Open six days a week from 7 am to 3 pm. Located adjacent to Hotel Mar Monte, the some California bistro cuisine. Chef Nathan Heil (Closed Sunday) This eatery serves home- bistro serves breakfast and lunch featuring Pierre Lafond Wine Bistro $$ creates seasonal menus that include sh and made soups, fresh salads, sandwiches, and its all-American favorites. Dinner is a mix of tradi- 516 State Street (962-1455) vegetarian dishes, and fresh atbreads straight specialty, The Piadina, a homemade at bread tional favorites and coastal cuisine. The lounge The Wine Bistro menu is seasonal California out of the wood-burning oven. The Bistro of- made daily. fers local wines, classic and specialty cocktails, advancement to the restaurant features a big cuisine specializing in local products. Pair your screen TV for daily sporting events and happy meal with wine from the Santa Barbara Winery, single malt scotches and aged cognacs. Panino hour. Open Monday-Friday 6:30 am to 9 pm, Lafond Winery or one from the list of wines 1014 #C Coast Village Road (565-0137) Pane é Vino $$$$$$ Saturday and Sunday 6:30 am to 10 pm.pm. from around the world. Happy Hour Monday 1482 East Valley Road (969-9274) - Friday 4:30 to 6:30 pm. The 1st Wednesday of Pierre Lafond each month is Passport to the World of Wine. 516 San Ysidro Road (565-1502) Cielito $$$ Grilled cheese night every Thursday. Open for This market and deli is a center of activity 1114 State Street (225-4488) Plow & Angel $$$$$$ breakfast, lunch and dinner; catering available. in Montecito’s Upper Village, serving fresh Cielito Restaurant features true avors of Mexi-- www.pierrelafond.com San Ysidro Ranch baked pastries, rres, egular and espresso coee co created by Chef Ramon Velazquez. Try an an- 900 San Ysidro Lane (565-1700) drinks, smoothies, burritos, homemade tojito (or “small craving”) like the Anticucho de Rodney’s Steakhouse $$$$$$ Enjoy a comfortable atmosphere as you dine soups, deli salads, made-to-order sandwiches Filete (Serrano-chimichurri marinated Kobe beef on traditional dishes such as mac ‘n cheese 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard (884-8554) and wraps available, and boasting a fully skewer, rocoto-tomato jam and herb mashed po- Deep in the heart of well, deep in the heart of and ribs. The ambiance is enhanced with stocked salad bar. Its sunny patio draws tatoes), the Raw Bar’s piquant ceviches and fresh original artwork, including stained glass Fess Parker’s Doubletree Inn on East Beach in crowds of regulars daily. The shop alsoalso shellsh, or taste the savory treats in handmade Santa Barbara. This handsome eatery sells and windows and an homage to its namesake, carries specialty drinks, gift items, grocery tortillas at the Taqueria. It is located in the heart Saint Isadore, hanging above the re -- serves only Prime Grade beef, lamb, veal, hali- staples, and produce. Open everyday 5:30 am of downtown, in the historic La Arcada. but, salmon, lobster and other high-end victuals.. place. Dinner is served from 5 to 10 pm to 8 pm. daily with bar service extending until 11 pm Full bar, plenty of California wines, elegant Chuck’s Waterfront Grill $$$$ surroundings, across from the ocean. Open for weekdays and until midnight on Friday and Village Cheese & Wine 113 Harbor Way (564-1200) Saturday. dinner Tuesday through Saturday at 5:30 pm. 1485 East Valley Road (969-3815) Located next to the Maritime Museum, enjoy Reservations suggested on weekends. •• MJ MJ 48 Ernie’s World PUBLIC NOTICES by Ernie Witham LEGALS (from page 47) For more intoxicating adventures read: A Year in the Life of a ‘Working’ Writer ter no written objection is timely led, CITY OF SANTA BARBARA available in digital and print versions at online bookstores the court may grant the petition NOTICE TO BIDDERS without a hearing. Filed September 7, 2012 by Terry Chavez, Deputy Clerk. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by Hearing date: October 25, 2012 at the City of Santa Barbara Purchasing Office located atat310 E. Oh Caada! 9:30 am in Dept. 6, 1100 Anacapa Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California, until 3:00 p.m. on the e are doing our rst house bottle, said a bunch of stuff in French Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. date indicated at which time they will be publicly opened, read and Published 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10 posted for: exchange. Gilles and Rachel to which I said “oui?” and drank the are staying in our house sample. He laughed and I laughed ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR BID NO. 5184 W CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. in Santa Barbara and we are staying along with him in my best French tit- 1413222. To all interested parties: DUE DATE & TIME: October 11, 2012 UNTIL 3:00 P.M. in their home in Québec City. This ter. This went on for some time and I Petitioner Velia Razo led a petition house swapping is a great program, thought we were really bonding. Then with Superior Court o Caliornia, Microsoft Enterprise Agreement County o Santa Barbara, or a especially since my name comes up my wife showed up and said: decree changing name o child rom Bids must be submitted on forms supplied b y the City of Santa occasionally on international hotel “Where have you been? I’ve been Evan Nathaniel Ochoa-Razo toto Barbara and in accordance with the specifications, terms and Evan Nathaniel Razo. The Court conditions contained therein. Bid packages containing all forms,s, computers as “the guy who rells the looking all over for you.” orders that all persons interested in specifications, terms and conditions may be obtained in person at mini bar bottles of gin with tap water.” “Anglais?” my new friend asked. this matter appear beore this court the Purchasing Office or by calling (805) 564 -5349, or by facsimile Unfortunately, once again, our “Southern California.” at the hearing indicated below to request to (805) 897-1977. There is no charge for bid package and show cause, i any, why the petition specifications. scheduled flight time in Santa Barbara He mumbled something that sound- or change o name should not was purely speculative. We did get to ed like: “Sacré Bleu!” be granted. Any person objecting Bidders must be a Microsoft “LAR” in order for Bid to be to the name changes described considered. meet the passengers from the 7:10 am Tomorrow we are off to explore the about must le a written objection The City of Santa Barbara affirmatively assures that minority and flight who were still there when we historic Old City section of Québec – on that included the reasons or the disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity objection at least two court days rushed to our gate for the 8:02, now foot. You can see a lot more on foot than to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be beore the matter is scheduled to discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, physical known as “the about 8:45 or so” flight. driving. Plus for some reason Samantha be heard and must appear at the handicap, or national origin in consideration of award. Fortunately, we had plenty of time in the GPS refuses to start. A note on the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. I no San Francisco to connect to the Air screen says she is feeling dizzy. written objection is timely led, the Canada terminal. We got there by a According to our travel guide, court may grant the petition without ______small bus that drove along the edges a hearing. Filed September 10, William Hornung, C.P.M. Published: September 26, 20122012 2012 by Terry Chavez, Deputy Clerk. General Services Manager Montecito Journal of the tarmac, under some roads, by Hearing date: November 15, 2012 at some odd infrastructure, behind a lot 9:30 am in Dept. 6, 1100 Anacapa of planes, and past other small buses. We decided to head off to Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR 1403433. To all interested parties: It was like a tour of the back lot at CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. Petitioner Sergio A. Hernandez Universal Studios, only without the the historic ORDER TO SHOW CACAUSE FOR 1412971. To all interested parties: iled a petition with Superior Court CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. Petitioner Vincent John Wester o Caliornia, County o Santa fake shark and “house that has been site of Costco Quebec 1403426. To all interested parties: led a petition with Superior Court Barbara, or a decree changing in a million movies.” Petitioner Mary Jane Kandler o Caliornia, County o Santa name to Sergio Antonio Leor. We arrived in our temporary new iled a petition with Superior Court Barbara, or a decree changing The petitioner also iled a petition o Caliornia, County o Santa name to Nikolai Egorov. The Court or a decree changing name o home in Québec two flights later at Barbara, or a decree changing orders that all persons interested in Leah Anne Benson toto Leah about 11 pm. My wife suggested a Samuel Champlain landed in Québec name to Jane Watkins Kandler. this matter appear beore this court Anne Bens on LeorLeor . The Court The Court orders that all persons at the hearing indicated below to orders that all persons interested nightcap. I hunted around a bit and in 1608 and founded New France. interested in this matter appear show cause, i any, why the petition in this matter appear beore this found... a bottle of gin. “See if the tap Later colonists walled in the city to beore this court at the hearing or change o name should not court at the hearing indicated water works,” I told her. protect it from invasion, which worked indicated below to show cause, i be granted. Any person objecting below to show cause, i any, why any, why the petition or change to the name changes described the petition or change o name The next day after several lattes, until 1759 when the Brits decided they o name should not be granted. about must le a written objection should not be granted. Any person croissants, baguette sandwiches and should own all of North America, Any person objecting to the name that included the reasons or the objecting to the name changes changes described about must ile objection at least two court days described about must ile a glasses of vin rouge on rue Saint Jean, took over Québec and built their own a written objection that included beore the matter is scheduled to written objection that included the the bill made a significant dent in walled fortress. The city is still walled the reasons or the objection at be heard and must appear at the reasons or the objection at least our Canadian money supply. So we in today. Interestingly, the cannons least two court days beore the hearing to show cause why the two court days beore the matter matter is scheduled to be heard petition should not be granted. I no is scheduled to be heard and must decided to head off to the historic site face both the St. Lawrence River and and must appear at the hearing written objection is timely led, the appear at the hearing to show of Costco Québec. Gilles and Rachel the city. Bit of a trust issue I guess, to show cause why the petition court may grant the petition without cause why the petition should not should not be granted. I no written a hearing. Filed September 7, 2012 be granted. I no written objection left us a car and a GPS system named as the French have been fighting for objection is timely iled, the court by Narzralli Baksh, Deputy Clerk. is timely iled, the court may grant Samantha. She was a bit slow with her control ever since. Even today there may grant the petition without a Hearing date: October 18, 2012 at the petition without a hearing. directions so I missed my turn a few is a separatist movement that wants hearing. Filed September 7, 2012 9:30 am in Dept. 6, 1100 Anacapa Filed September 7, 2012 by Terri by Narzralli Baksh, Deputy Clerk. Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Chavez, Deputy Clerk. Hearing – okay fifteen – times. Samantha was Québec to become its own country. I Hearing date: October 25, 2012 at Published 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 date: October 18, 2012 at 9:30 simply telling me to “take your next have enough trouble understanding 9:30 am in Dept. 6, 1100 Anacapa am in Dept. 6, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. ORDER TO SH OW CAUSE FOR Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. three rights or lefts,” basically send- politics in the United States so I don’t Published 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10 CHANGE OF NAMES: CASE No. Published 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 ing me in circles to try again. At one know how to feel about this. One point Samantha did ask: “Does your thing that does worry me: I think it’s wife drive? 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Camino Viejo estate, listed at $7.498m

Home on Sycamore Canyon Road listed at $4.9m

he most reported real estate statistic is the number of homes Michael is the owner- sold. Certainly an important broker of Phillips Real T Estate, and is a Montecito statistic, yet in terms of present market Planning Commissioner. conditions, not terribly helpful as it He can be reached at describes market conditions often 969-4569 and info@ many months past. Determining MichaelPhillipsRealEstate. present market activity requires a comcom measurement using “leading” rather than “trailing” data. Thus the Heat not yet sold. And since demand varies Index tells us how “Hot” the market from month to month, today’s Heat is today by looking at Active Listings –– scores are compared to those a year homes presently for sale – and Pending ago. those who like such things, is Pending Listings – those under contract, but The mathematical formula, for Listings divided by Active Listings multiplied by 100. All data is derived from the Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service and although not guaranteed, is uniformly deemed reliable. So where is the Montecito single family market today and which price sectors, if any, are in most demand? The Heat Index answers this question by determining today’s demand in six price sectors: Under $1m, $1-2m and going forward by $1m increments to the high-end, $5m and above group. Today’s total Heat score of 100 is a significant 89% higher than last year’s score of 53. Equally impressive is that, unlike last year’s scores where the higher end struck out, today we are seeing demand rotating to all price sectors. One of the romantic balconies included in the As the graph illustrates, the under estate on Sycamore Canyon Road $1m group, a favorite of our buyers

Property on Hot Springs Road, listed at $4.125m

50 The pool of This home on the Spanish- Ramona Lane hacienda boasts a pool style home cabana and on Hot mountain Springs Road views

for nearly five years now, continues to a discount); these properties move Last year on this date the demand levels. Are they giving sellers what lead the way by a huge margin. The fast. was a familiar zero and today it is our they want? Not exactly. Yet we have 30% or so hit our homes have expe- What hasn’t moved fast and some- second strongest group with a score demand and a lot of it (a 48% increase), rienced has brought buyers of many times not at all, has been the high end. of 15. And the very high end scored and for the first time in a very long types to this price sector including the Same 30% or so discount from prior as well. time our average selling price is also venture capital folks, and they gener- market highs, yet few takers. Take a In general we are seeing a height- moving upward, increasing almost ally pay cash (which often comes with look, however, at the $4-5m sector. ened confidence among buyers at all 20% over this date last year.. •• M M J J

Ramona Lane estate, listed at $4.295m

93108 OPEN HOUSE DIRECTORY

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 29 I you have a 93108 open house scheduled, please send us your ree directory listing to [email protected] ADDRESS TIME $ #BD / #BA AGENT NAME TELEPHONE # COMPANY 1821 1821 Fernald Point Lane By Appt. $5,450,000 3bd/3ba Ron Dickman 689-3135 Sotheby’s International Realty 302 302 Woodley Road By Appt. $4,495,000 4bd/6ba Beverly Palmer 452-7985 Village Properties 2862 2862 East Valley Road 2-4pm $3,950,000 4bd/7ba Grubb-Campbell 895-6226 Village Properties 875 875 Rockbridge Road 1-4pm $3,950,000 3bd/3.5ba Jake Ralston 455-9600 Prudential Caliornia Realty 1940 1940 East Valley Road 2-4pm $3,495,000 6bd/7.5ba Sandy Stahl 689-1602 Sotheby’s International Realty 620 620 Oak Grove Drive By Appt. $2,350,000 3bd/3.5ba Randy Solakian 565-2208 Coldwell Banker Previews 160 160 Olive Mill Lane 2-4pm $2,095,000 4bd/4ba Ashley Anderson 618-8747 Prudential Caliornia Realty 667 667 Cold Spring Road 1-4pm $1,935,000 3bd/3ba Brian King 452-0471 Village Properties 1860 1860 Eucalyptus Hill Road 1-4pm $1,888,000 4bd/3ba Charley Pavlosky 310-857-8922 Village Properties 116 116 Palm Tree Lane By Appt. $1,595,000 3bd/3ba Marsha Kotlya 565-4014 Prudential Caliornia Realty 100 100 Arroqui Road 1-4pm $975,000 3bd/2ba Jim Witmer 448-3291 Village Properties SUNDAY Y SEPTEMBER 30 ADDRESS TIME $ #BD / #BA AGENT NAME TELEPHONE # COMPANY 1206 1206 Channel Drive 12-3pm $10,500,000 3bd/2ba Maureen McDermut 570-5545 Sotheby’s International Realty 281 281 Hot Springs Road 1-4pm $8,950,000 6bd/8ba Rebecca Riskin 565-8600 Village Properties 945 945 Park Lane 2-4pm $8,700,000 4bd/6ba C. Scott McCosker 451-1721 Coldwell 1821 1821 Fernald Point Lane By Appt. $5,450,000 3bd/3ba Ron Dickman 689-3135 Sotheby’s International Realty 665 665 San Ysidro Road By Appt. $4,995,000 3bd/3.5ba Marsha Kotlyar 565-4014 Prudential Caliornia Realty 1 1 Seaview Drive By Appt. $4,650,000 3bd/3ba Bob Lamborn & Jennier Burrows 452-9291 Sotheby’s International Realty 189 189 East Mountain Drive 1-4pm $4,650,000 3bd/4.5ba Frank Abatemarco 450-7477 Sotheby’s International Realty 302 302 Woodley Road By Appt. $4,495,000 4bd/6ba beverly Palmer 452-7985 Village Properties 2862 2862 East Valley Road 2-4pm $3,950,000 4bd/7ba Grubb-Campbell 895-6226 Village Properties 875 875 Rockbridge Road 1-4pm $3,950,000 3bd/3.5ba Lori Ebner 729-4861 Prudential Caliornia Realty 467 467 Lanai Road 3-5pm $3,895,000 4bd/5.5ba Sharon Fisher 695-7265 Village Properties 1759 1759 Glen Oaks Drive 1-4pm $3,850,000 3bd/3ba Steve Slavin 886-3428 Coldwell 1444 1444 School House Road 1-4pm $3,260,000 5bd/5ba Wilson Quarre 680-9747 Sotheby’s International Realty 513 513 Crocker Sperry By Appt. $3,250,000 4bd/4ba Bob Lamborn 689-6800 Sotheby’s International Realty 2140 2140 Veloz Drive 2-4pm $2,995,000 4bd/4ba Sandy Stahl & Katinka Goertz 689-1602 Sotheby’s International Realty 430 430 Alcala Lane 1-4pm $2,895,000 3bd/3.5ba Ed McAnif & Barbara Green 452-9003 Sotheby’s International Realty 940 940 Channel Drive 3-5pm $2,850,000 4bd/3.5ba Tomi Spaw 698-7007 Prudential Caliornia Realty 722 722 Via Manana 1-4pm $2,750,000 5bd/5ba Joyce Enright 570-1360 Prudential Caliornia Realty 222 222 Ortega Ridge Road 2-4pm $2,485,000 4bd/4ba Christopher W Hunt 453-3407 Village Properties 620 620 Oak Grove Drive By Appt. $2,350,000 3bd/3.5ba Randy Solakian 565-2208 Coldwell Banker Previews 590 590 Freehaven Drive 2-4pm $2,295,000 2bd/2ba K. Hultgen 895-2067 Village Properties 27 27 Seaview Drive By Appt. $2,295,000 3bd/2.5ba Bob Lamborn 689-6800 Sotheby’s International Realty 160 160 Olive Mill Lane 2-4pm $2,095,000 4bd/4ba Ashley Anderson 618-8747 Prudential Caliornia Realty 667 667 Cold Spring Road 2-4pm $1,935,000 3bd/3ba Robert Kemp 259-6318 Village Properties 1860 1860 Eucalyptus Hill Road 2-4pm $1,888,000 4bd/3ba Carolene Davis 455-4146 Village Properties 116 116 Palm Tree Lane By Appt. $1,595,000 3bd/3ba Marsha Kotlyar 565-4014 Prudential Caliornia Realty 1371 1371 Santa Clara Way By Appt. $1,295,000 4bd/2ba Steve Slavin 886-3428 Coldwell 1221 1221 East Valley Road 1-4pm $1,220,000 3bd/2ba Joe Stubbins 729-0778 Prudential Caliornia Realty 100 100 Arroqui Road 1-3pm $975,000 3bd/2ba Margie Yznaga 294-5050 Village Properties 1889 1889 Eucalyptus Hill Road 2-4pm $975,000 3bd/2ba Kelly Knight 895-4406 Village Properties 51