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Local farmer takes Artsy power couple shares Taste olive oil NEWS to the airwaves [6] ARTS exhibit in Lompoc [29] EATS in Los Olivos [34] We Have Everything DECEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 20, 2018 VOL. 19 NO. 41 hen a poet puts their pen to paper, something Under magical happens. And when they read their verse aloud, the art takes on a life of its own. There’s The W a growing number of locals who crave that opportunity to share their poetry, attending regular reading Introducing Your Locally Owned Sun! events and starting their own for more chances to share and MAN OF WORDS: Michael McLaughlin listen. For this week’s cover story, Arts and Lifestyle Writer 2 JDX PHARMACY reads his poetry at CORE Winery in Rebecca Rose spoke with local artists who’ve seen a growth in Orcutt. McLaughlin, an area coordinator Caring for you and about you interest for poetic performances [10]. with California Poets in the Schools, Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always here Also this week, a local farmer opens up on an acclaimed organizes the monthly poetry reading events there. Hrs: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm | Sat 9am-1pm to assist your medical supply needs. podcast [6], plan some live music into your holiday schedule 1504 S. Broadway, Santa Maria • (805)922-1747 • www.healthmart.com [24], a Lompoc married couple share their art together in a new exhibit [29], a local photographer gets thematic at the library [30], and get a taste of some Los Olivos-grown olive oil [34].

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4 • Sun • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • www.santamariasun.com BIZ SPOTLIGHT 8 | SCHOOL SCENE 8 BRIEFS PHOTO BY KASEY BUBNASH Santa Maria police investigate Political Watch second murder in two days, • Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-California) and Sen. Sheldon seventh of the year Whitehouse (D-Rhode Island) discussed climate change from the Senate fl oor on Dec. 7, heard about the impacts to The sun was just beginning to set on Santa states like California, and called on the Trump administration Maria’s north side on Dec. 10 as a small group 5 and Congress to take action. Feinstein mentioned sea level gathered near the corner of West Bunny Avenue and North Blosser Road, where a white cross rise and its effects on places like San Francisco, where “the hung from a wooden fence, surrounded by seawall is seriously deteriorating and must be upgraded to bright blue balloons and fl owers. handle the stronger storms and higher tides we’re already A young girl sobbed as she walked toward seeing and will continue to see in the future.” “But rising sea the cross, and she pressed her face into the side levels are far from the only problem. Wildfi re and drought of an older attendee’s torso as he reached out are already reshaping my state,” Feinstein continued. “The to embrace her. As others arrived, they prayed, California drought from 2011 to 2016 was made worse hugged, and consoled one another. because of climate change. Higher temperatures depleted Vicente De Jesus Medina Guerrero, a 21-year- groundwater and reduced snowpack. Large parts of old Bakersfi eld resident, was shot multiple times California, including the Central Valley, which produces the there a few days earlier on Dec. 6. Despite the majority of the nation’s fruits and vegetables, had to depend Santa Maria Police Department’s efforts to save on groundwater pumping that will not always be available.” his life, Guerreo died at the scene a little after 10:30 that night. • Sens. Kamala Harris (D-California), Tom Udall (D-New On the other side of town on Dec. 10, a group of boys gathered around a tree on West Enos Mexico), and Martin Heinrich (D-New Mexico) sent a letter SHOTS FIRED: Flowers, votive candles, and emptied Modelo bottles and cans lay near a tree on West Enos Drive, where 18-year- to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Drive that was nearly completely engulfed by fl owers, votive candles, and emptied Modelo old Adrian Alvarez was shot and killed on Dec. 8. To leave tips or information regarding the case, call the Santa Maria Police Director Ronald D. Vitiello and U.S. Customs and Border bottles and cans. Department at (805) 928-3781, Ext. 2677. Protection (CBP) Commissioner Kevin K. McAleenan on Dec. Adrian Alvarez, an 18-year-old Santa Marian, 5, urging the immediate public release of a death review and was shot and killed there on Dec. 8, just two safety in recent years, none of this year’s killings have the opportunity to acquire the aircraft that supporting documentation regarding Roxsana Hernández, days after Guerrero’s murder. were linked to any single criminal organization, won’t be able to put out the fi res itself, but will a 33-year-old transgender woman who died while in ICE’s Now Santa Maria police are simultaneously and almost all involved older adults. be part of an amazing fl eet that we have in this custody. The letter also asks for documentation regarding investigating two fatal shootings, a process that “I think it’s wrong to say this is just a youth county. It’s going to be able to really, really help ICE and CBP training related to the treatment and safety police say is extensive and time consuming, and issue,” Hansen said. us, not only in fi refi ghting, but in rescue and of transgender individuals held by the agencies. “Congress that has been carried out for each of the city’s The department has also been working SWAT operations.” requires ICE to publish an initial report, for public release, seven homicides this year. domestic violence cases especially hard, and The projected cost to purchase the helicopter on each in-custody death within 30 days and similary for a While the most recent two murders do not Hansen said there hasn’t been a single domestic was $1.7 million, according to Dyer’s report, fi nal report within 60 days,” the letter states. “It has been appear to be connected, Lt. Paul Van Meel said violence-related murder yet this year. He hopes and the rest of the costs would come from over 180 days since Ms. Hernández was pronounced dead, police have not yet identifi ed suspects or motives to continue that work in 2019. maintenance and modifi cations. and no such report has been publicly released. ICE’s failure in either case. Gang affi liations have not been Staffi ng and patrolling increases will also The most expensive modifi cation would be likely come to the department within the next the addition of a 1,000-gallon tank for air drops, to release this report diminishes the systemic, traumatic, ruled out or confi rmed, Van Meel said, and few year, according to Hansen, who said that will Dyer explained, which was projected to cost $2.1 and in this case fatal, violence that transgender individuals other details will be released throughout the investigations. be the result of Measure U, an increase to the million. The costly modifi cation is worth it, he experience daily as a result of their gender identity.” Right now, Van Meel said police are working city’s existing sales tax from .25 to 1 percent said, as the county works to modernize its fl eet to get witnesses to share information, whether that voters approved on Nov. 6. Although the of aircraft. • The Solvang City Council saw notable changes on its it be anonymously or not, because he said there department won’t start seeing those additional “To give you an idea of how young this dais at the Dec. 10 meeting when three members were are some who “almost certainly know what funds until well after April 1, Hansen said aircraft is, all of our current is, I wouldn’t sworn in, including the city’s new mayor and new council happened.” he’s looking forward to growing his staff and say older than I, but they’re close,” Dyer said. members. Outgoing Mayor Jim Richardson presided over Getting people to talk is just one small resources to better meet the community’s needs. “They’re ’60s-era Vietnam aircraft.” the fi rst part of the meeting, which was closed by new Mayor part of each homicide investigation, which Even with the additional fi nancial help, The Blackhawk, which was built in 2002 and Ryan Toussaint, and included Judge Kay Kuns swearing are always taxing for the police department, Hansen said violent crimes will still happen. used as an air ambulance by the National Guard, in Toussaint along with returning Councilmember Karen according to Chief Phil Hansen. The process, Santa Maria is growing, and that can lead to Waite and newcomers Chris Djernaes and Robert Clarke. he said, typically includes vast neighborhood increases in criminal activity. NEWS continued page 6 Outgoing City Council members included Joan Jamieson canvassing efforts, in-depth searches of homes “I think people forget that Santa Maria is a and Neill Zimmerman. Toussaint, a sitting council member and electronic devices, interviews with witnesses pretty big city now,” he said. at the time of the election, leaves an open seat on the dais, and suspects, camera footage seizures, and all —Kasey Bubnash which the new council decided to fi ll by application. The city the legal paperwork that goes with. WeekendWeather will accept applications through Jan. 4. “I think this town is It’s a process that demands high levels of County supervisors full of lots of really good people—those who ran and this staffi ng and resources, Hansen said, and lower priority cases, which are often pushed aside for who didn’t run,” said Clarke, who was later appointed mayor approve recommendation the duration of murder investigations, take hits. Microclimate Weather Forecast pro-tem by the council. So it’s benefi cial to both the general public to purchase Blackhawk Dave Hovde and the police department when the city invests KSBY Chief Meteorologist • At a special meeting of the Lompoc City Council, new in crime prevention efforts, which Hansen said helicopter Mayor Jenelle Osborne was sworn in to offi ce, along with it has been since homicide rates took a massive The prospect of adding a Blackhawk Thursday Friday returning Councilmembers Dirk Starbuck and Victor leap up from three in 2014 to 13 in 2015. helicopter to the Santa Barbara County Vega. Osborne took over for former Mayor Bob Lingl, who The department launched several Fire Department’s fl eet of emergency was Lompoc’s mayor for four years, a councilmember for enforcement and prevention efforts in response, response aircraft was met with unanimous four years, and a city planning commissioner for two years. including a special enforcement team that deals approval from the county’s Board of The council decided to fi ll Osborne’s vacated council seat specifi cally with deterring gang activity, and Supervisors, despite the $4.7 million price by appointment rather than a special election, which a city increased community and youth outreach, and tag. COASTAL ➤ High 73 Low 44 COASTAL ➤ High 66 Low 46 release characterized as the more costly option. the city’s murder rates steadily declined until At the board’s Dec. 11 meeting, county INLAND ➤ High 72 Low 41 INLAND ➤ High 66 Low 42 there were only three last year. But 2015’s killings Fire Department Interim Chief Michael • Santa Barbara County 3rd District Supervisor Joan were mostly attributed to one organization, and Dyer delivered a presentation to the Saturday Sunday Hartmann invites constituents to speak with her during despite the department’s best efforts, this year is board, detailing the Blackhawk helicopter seeing another increase. constituent offi ce hours on Dec. 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the owned by the state National Guard that “We’re doing the best we can,” Hansen said. Los Alamos Public Library at 405 Helena St., Los Alamos. was recently made available for purchase. Prevention work isn’t easy, and he said it can Supervisors listened to consider a county Supervisor Hartmann “is interested in speaking with be diffi cult to tell why exactly violent crimes students, residents, community leaders, and businesses recommendation to put in a competitive are happening more or less when they tend to bid for the aircraft. in order to hear about community vitality ideas, learn about COASTAL ➤ High 65 Low 47 COASTAL ➤ High 65 Low 48 naturally ebb and fl ow each year. “A year ago, as everyone’s been and share upcoming projects, and to answer any questions INLAND ➤ High 65 Low 41 INLAND ➤ High 63 Low 44 While the Santa Maria Police Department has mentioning, we had the Thomas Fire in Los Alamos residents may have regarding local issues,” been heavily focused on gang activity and youth this county,” Dyer said. “And we now A decent sized storm approaches Sunday according to a release from her offi ce.  and Monday, but before then … pleasant.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF ERIN KRIER from the cattle, dairy, artichoke, almond, and Reinagel’s goal is similar to that of strawberry industries. several local farmers, including Erin Facing farming In her Nov. 20 episode, “What’s It Like to Krier, an ag instructor at Allan Hancock Run a Strawberry Farm?” Reinagel interviewed College who oversees a club dedicated Locals discuss gap between Santa Maria’s own Greg France, a longtime to teaching students and community strawberry farmer and owner of Mar Vista members more about the agricultural food producers, consumers Berry Farms, who discussed the benefits and industry and the legislature that affects it. drawbacks of both conventional and organic Krier said she’s constantly surprised BY KASEY BUBNASH farming, struggles with a shrinking labor force, by how little people know about 6 arming is arguably the most vital industry in and the constant overlap between agriculture farming, and by the massive disconnect the world. One American farm feeds roughly and cutting-edge technology and research. that exists between food producers and F165 people annually in the U.S. and abroad, On a more personal note, France talked consumers. While people often think according to data collected by the American about his passion for farming, the financial of farmers as massive corporations that Farm Bureau Federation, and about 2.1 million risks involved, and the employees who make are poisoning food and land with heavy farms are scattered throughout the country. each and every crop possible. Still, France told pesticide use and a total disregard for SPREADING THE WORD: Members of Allan Hancock College’s Young Farmers But fewer Americans are farming now than Reinagel that despite his and his colleagues’ sustainability, Krier said most farmers and Ranchers Club provide information about the local ag industry. ever before. While farm and ranch families good intentions, the public seems to have, at are working with family members, account for only about 2 percent of the nation’s best, little understanding of all it takes to farm, and are constantly looking for ways closely with the Santa Barbara County Farm current population, they represented 25 percent and at worst, a low opinion of farmers that is to become more sustainable and less reliant on Bureau, an organization dedicated to advocating less than a century ago. That’s according to usually based on misinformation. pesticides. for the needs of local farmers and ranchers. Monica Reinagel, a licensed nutritionist and “I’d really like to improve that appreciation and But community members don’t often get to hear Kevin Merrill, a local vineyard manager and host of Nutrition Diva, a nationally popular understanding, and I think if we did that, that from farmers themselves, who are “notoriously Farm Bureau board member, said that advocacy health and nutrition podcast that has worked to would make our jobs just a little bit easier,” France quiet” when it comes to public debates. Probably, organizations like the Farm Bureau are essential debunk food and dieting myths while promoting told Reinagel. “It’s not easy, it requires a lot of work, Krier siad, because they’re busy working. to the future of communication between farmers evidence-based tips for healthy eating since it but it’s a passion of ours. It’s what we love to do.” The industry hasn’t been great about and the public. While farmers tend to prefer launched in 2008. That knowledge gap is what Reinagel is defending or explaining its practices, and for privacy, the Farm Bureau is accessible, and Fewer farmers, Reinagel said, means fewer hoping to help close, she told the Sun. that reason, Krier said she’s working to teach Merrill said it provides educational opportunities members of the general public gain exposure to the As a podcast host who has dedicated years Hancock students more about agriculture, for kids and community members. world of agriculture, so fewer understand where to refuting food and nutrition myths, Reinagel so that they can go out and teach others Still, while Merrill said he’s well aware of food comes from and all that goes into producing it. said she felt it was important to do the same more, too. Through her club, the Young how busy farmers and ranchers are, it would be “Most of us really have no idea how the food with agriculture. Consumers, she said, tend to Farmers and Ranchers Club, students attend beneficial for them to be more available. we eat every day gets to us,” Reinagel said in an have a “sinister” view of farming and ranching, various community events, where they set up “We’re in an age now when everyone wants to episode of her podcast that aired on Nov. 20. the result of sensationalized “shockumentaries” informational booths and teach others about know your business,” Merrill said. “People drive The episode was just one of several that about the food and agriculture industries. But the local farming and ranching scene, while by the farms and they’re interested. So I think Reinagel created in an effort to bring the people Reinagel said visiting dozens of farms and disproving common misconceptions. it behooves farmers to tell their stories, because who work on farms and ranches—and their ranches gave her another perspective. “The purpose is to get them out and involved they have good ones.”  stories—into the spotlight. In the first season of “I see an enormous amount of care and in the community and spreading the word of ag the mini series, called “The Faces of Farming,” dedication brought to it,” Reinagel told the Sun. to people who aren’t in ag,” she said. Staff Writer Kasey Bubnash can be reached at Reinagel interviewed five farmers and ranchers “These people are doing it because they love it.” The Young Farmers and Ranchers Club works [email protected].

NEWS from page 5 made the area eligible for millions of dollars project, and Anthony’s Grill in Guadalupe Governments, the South Coast Task Force on can carry more people than current aircraft, in state funding that would go toward fighting has also agreed to contribute. Community Youth Safety, and several others. is faster, will be able to carry more water after homelessness through housing assistance and members can send donations to 619 N. Railroad Remaining supervisors shared their own the modifications, and has twin engines, Dyer emergency aid. Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458, or visit facebook. sentiments from the dais, including 5th District explained, which will allow for more flexibility County staff said at the meeting that they com/harvestcommunitycenter. Supervisor Steve Lavagnino, who said that he with the county’s emergency air response. were looking into housing options for nearly —Kasey Bubnash and Wolf “have had our disagreements,” but “This is going to be a huge asset for us,” he 900 unsheltered residents in the area, and the that “when this board steps off this dais, it stays said. “Flying over the island, flying at night, Point in Time count of the homeless population Retiring county supervisor up here.” flying over a flood—it’s high performance, in Santa Barbara County has stayed at roughly “A lot of people think we disagree on a lot 1,500 since 2011. proven performance in the military.” of issues, but I went back and looked at it, and It’s a complicated issue that Orie and Gladys Janet Wolf receives honors Third District County Supervisor Joan it’s really only two things: It’s land use and Johnson have been working to address for The beginning of the the Santa Barbara Hartmann had asked Dyer to share the anything else that isn’t land use,” Lavagnino nearly 40 years. They started by passing out County Board of Supervisors Dec. 11 meeting information at the meeting after he told her the laughed. food to homeless individuals before Santa included a fair share of honors, thanks, and helicopter was available. Her own experience Fourth District Supervisor Peter Adam said Maria had a food bank, then they opened some held back tears for 2nd District Supervisor with wildfire evacuation this year helped that when he was first sworn in to the board Victory Harvest Church, and then the Harvest Janet Wolf’s last day on the dais. motivate her to push for the acquisition. that he was “just scared as a long-tailed cat in a Community Center. Wolf, who retires from the board after room full of rocking chairs,” but that speaking “I have a really personal interest in this Now they’re working to build a two-story, three four-year terms, was celebrated by because I was evacuated with the Windmill Fire with Wolf helped calm his nerves. 40-person homeless shelter on an acre of land nonprofit organizers, fellow supervisors, and “Janet just made me comfortable and became about a quarter mile away from my home a few national, state, and local representatives. The behind the church. my best friend,” Adam said. “And I’m going months ago,” Hartmann said. “The only reason “They’ve always had a big heart for helping,” comments came as the board considered a to miss you so much. Thank you for being my I think our home didn’t burn down was because said Mayra Ramos, assistant director of the county resolution of commendation for Wolf, buddy here.” of the aircraft that were there within minutes. Harvest Community Center. while the mayors of Goleta and Santa Barbara For 1st District Supervisor Das Williams, … It seems to me that we’re turning a corner Ramos said that about 10 people without delivered proclamations honoring her, and Wolf was a “stalwart in the conscience of the with our ability to fight fires with aircraft, and homes filter through the church and representatives from state Assemblymember that’s really significant.” community center each week, looking for food Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) and Sen. board,” especially with her focus on criminal Both 5th District Supervisor Steve Lavagnino and resources. Many are families living out Dianne Feinstein (D-California) delivered justice reform and advocacy for “the most and 4th District Supervisor Peter Adam were of their vehicles, who only recently became honors as well. vulnerable in our community.” supportive of the purchase, but expressed homeless because someone in the family was State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa “They’ve all been inspirational to me in concern about where the funding would come laid off or had their work hours cut. Barbara) spoke at the meeting, saying Wolf was terms of the dedication and the principles you from. While the center provides food, after school “my sister from another mother,” explaining put forth,” he said. “I think it’s very important for us to programs for kids, and adult computer literacy how she met Wolf and the two became friends. During her closing remarks, Wolf thanked modernize our fleet,” Lavagnino said. and resume building programs, it doesn’t “There are so many areas where you have her colleagues and constituents in the county’s “Obviously we’re flying aircraft right now that provide overnight shelter, and Ramos said the been a leader and role model, not just for 2nd District, but she also spoke about being a are old … I just want to make sure that these are Johnsons want to fill that missing link. women, that you can be tough and fair, forceful “representative for all of Santa Barbara County.” fire district funds and not general fund dollars.” “The overall goal is to fill the needs our and compassionate, and these are the qualities She spoke about work she did years ago in —Joe Payne community has,” Ramos said, “and that that you have brought to this organization,” North County as a rehabilitation consultant, includes everybody, not just one demographic.” Jackson said. “Your participation, your where she met people from Santa Maria, New The shelter is expected to cost about $2 accomplishments, have been extraordinary.” Cuyama, Guadalupe, and Lompoc. Harvest Community Center to build million to build, and Harvest will be submitting Wolf was lauded for her focus on services “I loved their stories, their concerns, and a few applications for grants and city funds. for underserved and vulnerable communities, their work ethic,” Wolf said. “When I was homeless shelter in Santa Maria Ramos said that while Harvest will be environmental protection, and her work with elected supervisor, I wanted to do my best At a meeting in September, the Santa launching a year-long fundraising campaign in other county boards and agencies. She has to ensure that they received the services and Barbara County Board of Supervisors declared January 2019, it’s not too early to donate. served on the Air Pollution Control District, attention that they needed.” m a countywide “shelter crisis,” a label that Idler’s Home already donated $1,600 to the the Santa Barbara County Association of —Joe Payne

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PHOTO COURTESY OF JEREMY WIRTH International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Scott reported his numbers to IBEW (IBEW) 413, and is completing his fifth year as an 413 and another union that got Spotlight on: apprentice as an employee at Imperial Electric. He involved, the Central Coast chapter of said that he envisioned telling his union brothers the Electrical Contractors Association. IBEW 413, Angel because he was confident he could get a good The group was “just floored” by the number involved. fast-paced fundraising, he said, and After he approached them, the “higher ups” they immediately vowed to match the Tree fundraiser in the union said they would engage if they funds. The fundraising “in a couple didn’t have to do the work, Scott explained. hours went from like $1,200 … all the 8 Chris Scott, electrical way past $8,000,” Scott said. That’s why Scott wanted the drive to be initially apprentice spearheaded by the union’s apprentices. “The apprentices rallied together to “So I basically created a list of every apprentice collect this good chunk of money, and BY JOE PAYNE that we had, which is 50 apprentices, and I went that allowed all the leadership and all FOR THE KIDS: IBEW 413 Electrical Apprentice Chris Scott (pictured left) hris Scott has known of the Salvation into each classroom, which took me two nights the other higher ups almost kind of be to do, and I just said, ‘Hey guys, this is what forced to make a stand,” he said. “The spearheaded an effort for his local union to raise funds for Angel Tree, a toy Army’s annual Angel Tree toy drive for drive for the local Salvation Army. Cyears, ever since he worked at Best Buy, the Angel Tree project is about, and I want to apprentices make less than a lot of which would help donate toys. compile as much money as we can and get some these other people do, and this is how brothers, Best Buy staff, and reps for the But last year, the now five-year apprentice gifts purchased for these kids,’” he explained. much we put up.” Salvation Army transferred the numerous gifts electrician made his first donation to the The immediate response exceeded his Scott also leaned on his experience working to the Salvation Army’s truck. for Best Buy years ago to help maximize the program as a father, which changed his expectations. The toys are all bound for local families in In the first two nights of collecting funds, the money spent for the most toys possible— perspective on the program. need during the holidays, Scott said, the payoff “We were looking at the list almost tearing apprentices pitched in $1,200, Scott said. Then, including several big items like bicycles, which that he envisioned last year. up, thinking, ‘Wow, there’s kids our child’s an email was put out to all IBEW 413 members, Scott and other apprentices assembled. “It was a huge community thing,” he said. age that don’t have presents. It’s going to be which includes all the union members in Santa He said the staff at Best Buy helped stretch “Christmas really should be about kids and Christmastime and there’s nothing under Barbara County. Scott also got some immediate dollars for more donations for more local kids, families coming together, and I personally the tree for them,’” he said. “It really, really help from Imperial Electric President Mike using resources like the online store to its potential. hit home, you know, looking at our child and Breyman, also a union member, who wanted to “They basically helped me piece together a really wanted to make sure that we could thinking if things had gone differently for us pitch in. whole list of all the stuff they could get in, they impact as many families, give as many different how we could be in the same boat.” “I had asked him when I saw him, ‘Is it could get better pricing on,” he said. “While I was kids the opportunity to have a gift to open up Scott was excited to donate, but he also had alright if I borrow the big flatbed truck to asleep on Black Friday, at 2 o’clock in the morning, on Christmas.”  an idea that he stored away for the next year. deliver all the presents,’” Scott said. “And he I’ve seen the receipts—they have employees who “I thought, ‘I should take this to the said, “Oh yeah, absolutely, and who do I make were trying to punch these transactions through, Managing Editor Joe Payne wrote this week’s union and see if the union would want to do the check out to?’” trying to get me a better deal.” Spotlight. Information should be sent to the something about it,’” Scott said. After a contribution of $2,500 from Breyman The flatbed truck his boss promised was Sun via fax, mail, or email at spotlight@ The union Scott is a member of is the and more from journeymen union members, brimming on Dec. 6 when Scott, some union santamariasun.com. SCHOOL SCENE for manufacturers to package products in a way Several council members seemed to agree, and that is appealing to youth, and it’s modeled after in an email to the Sun, Councilmember Mike Legislators consider ways to deter similar regulations the tobacco and cannabis Cordero said he would consider anything that industries already adhere to. Features like could curb e-cigarette use among youth. cartoons, bright colors, and candy-themed “The suppliers have done a superb job of e-cigarette use among teens flavors would no longer be allowed in e-cig ads marketing and duping the general public,” Cordero BY KASEY BUBNASH Assembly Bill 131, which, if passed, would or on packages, Cunningham said. wrote, “all in the name of making money.”  lectronic cigarette use is rising dramatically aim to deter e-cigarette use among youth by “I think it’s kind of an opportunity for us as prohibiting “deceptive e-cigarette marketing” a state to get ahead of a problem,” Cunningham Staff Writer Kasey Bubnash writes School Scene among teens. each week. Information can be sent to the Sun via The number of U.S. high school students geared toward children. said, “because we know how this ends.” E E-cigarette and e-juice manufacturing The Santa Maria City Council considered mail, fax, or email at [email protected]. who reported e-cigarette use increased by 78 percent between 2017 and 2018 alone, according companies have been widely criticized for similar policy changes at a meeting on Dec. to the 2018 National Youth Tobacco Survey. creating nicotine products and flavors that clearly 4, where Fighting Back: Santa Maria Valley ATHLETE OF THE WEEK appeal to minors. While it’s illegal for individuals officials Edith Perez and Edwin Weaver gave a Numbers among middle school students rose by PHOTO COURTESY OF JASON FINLEY 48 percent. This after only 1.5 percent of high under the age of 21 to buy these products, presentation regarding e-cigarettes and their school and 0.6 percent of middle school students Cunningham said many companies package growing prevalence among local youth. reported using e-cigarettes in the 2011 survey. them in brightly colored boxes reminiscent of Perez, a tobacco use prevention and When Assemblyman Jordan Cunningham kid friendly foods, such as candy packages and education specialist, said at the meeting that (R-San Luis Obispo) heard those statistics, he juice and cereal boxes. The wide variety of e-juice most kids don’t even know the devices contain said he found it “alarming,” and wondered flavors—ranging from mango and cotton candy, large amounts of nicotine and cite fun flavors as if either of his own two middle-school-aged to blueberry jam and “unicorn poop”—are also one of the main reasons they use e-cigarettes. children had seen classmates vaping at school. enticing to kids, Cunningham said. Fighting Back is working with local school When he asked, Cunningham said they laughed. And because e-cigarettes are still relatively districts to address the trend through increased “‘Of course, dad,’” Cunningham said his kids new to the market and contain nicotine but education for students and parents, Perez told told him. “‘Everybody is doing that.’” not tobacco, e-cig manufacturers are allowed council members, and Fighting Back met with to advertise on radio, television, and through several superintendents on Dec. 3 to discuss Malia Loos So on Dec. 5, Cunningham introduced Santa Ynez Valley Union High School junior Malia Loos SCREENSHOT FROM U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION social media platforms. Many of those ads prevention strategies. At some schools, she said overtly target teens, Cunningham said. educators are confiscating more than eight of appears to be unstoppable, on and off the court. While Cunningham said many of his fellow these devices per week, and handing out roughly It’s her third year on Santa Ynez’s varsity basketball team, legislators have introduced bills that would 20 suspensions a month due to e-cigarette use. where she now holds the school record for most three-pointers completely ban e-juice flavors, he said his bill While education can be an effective deterrent, made in a single game, according to coach Jason Finley. Loos is would attack “the real problem,” while “letting Perez said policy changes at the city and county level currently on pace to break both the single-season and all-time adults live their lives.” could help, too. She suggested council members records in that category. “I don’t know if a total ban will necessarily enact a flavor ban in Santa Maria—although “Her ability to hit shots in big games is unmatched,” he said, “and brings a whole different level of confidence to our team.” improve public health,” Cunningham told the customers could easily go to a neighboring town Loos was also voted captain by her team this year, and Sun, adding that a few of his friends have used without a ban to purchase flavors—or a tobacco Finley said she continues to lead by example in that position. e-cigarettes to quit smoking traditional tobacco, retail licensing ordinance, which would require She also works hard in the classroom, where Finley said she has which is thought to be much more harmful than retailers hoping to sell tobacco and nicotine QUESTIONABLE MARKETING: The U.S. Food and Drug earned herself a current 4.5 grade point average. She’s had an vaping. “But I think everyone agrees that marketing products to apply and pay for a license. A in every high school class she’s ever taken. Administration has criticized the e-cigarette industry for to kids is bad for long-term public health.” “I think that’s something that I personally specifically marketing to teens, using brightly colored boxes “She is a great teammate and joy to have around,” Finley said.  The bill would ban e-cigarette and e-juice want to look into,” Councilmember Etta —Kasey Bubnash reminiscent of kid friendly foods, like candy and cereal boxes. marketing toward children and make it illegal Waterfield said at the meeting.

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BY REBECCA ROSE The sheer audacity of it all t’s a dark space that’s standing-room only. The only sounds striding with my Caruso like dad come from behind the podium, a quiet stirring from a winery as he sang it out so loud & proud Itasting room worker as she slowly pours another glass for a bouncing off the cinderblock walls patron at the bar. The audience is hushed, eager for the moment down the aisles of the Roosevelt Mall. when it starts. “I worshiped dad’s tale— the middle son seeking See, it was always his way light with the years with those Crooner Kings: gone dark or just faded gray knowing that god Armstrong, Astaire, Cantor and Baker long lost his way.” Crosby, Fisher, Fontaine and Goulet It’s the second Saturday of the month, which means it’s time for poetry night at CORE Winery in Orcutt. The poem Williams and White, Sinatra, Torme. is “Spotted,” the reader is Steve Braff. On this August night he is part of a growing group of poets, scattered throughout the Stage set under the fluorescent lights audience, all awaiting their turn at the podium. strutting across tile linoleum white Poetry is experiencing a rebirth of sorts. In 2016, Beyonce past hardware and menswear prominently featured the work of acclaimed poet Warsan Shire in her album video Lemonade. Thanks to poets such as Rupi Kaur cookware, hell everywhere. and Marisa Crane, who use platforms like Instagram to reach legions of fans, the publishing industry has seen a spike in sales Dad sang his tenor of poetry. Kaur’s collection Milk and Honey sold more than 2.5 belting out ballads old: million copies since its 2014 release. his world, this time, his own. According to the National Endowment for the Arts’ 2017 Survey of Public Participation in the Arts (SPPA), 12 percent of adults reported reading poetry in 2017, up 5 percent from 2011. The biggest jump was in the 18 to 24 age group, which increased from 8 percent in 2011 to 18 percent last year. Braff is one of a budding local community looking to capture a sliver of the renewed limelight. They share their work in public spaces such as CORE throughout Santa Barbara and SLO BIG VOICE: Steve Braff’s journey toward poetry counties, showcasing their work and sharing notes with fellow took him all the way from the high-paced world of poets. The community is growing, thanks to some popular local finance in New York to the Central Coast, where events and the work of several key organizers and writers. he organizes numerous poetry events. Braff is currently working on a collection of poems about his relationship with his late father. The man with the plan From Santa Barbara to Paso Robles, poetry has quietly found PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM a niche in coffee shops, bookstores, wineries, and other local gathering spots. Linnea’s Cafe in SLO features the Corners of the retail space. Becky and Dave Corey, owners of CORE Winery, Winslow has a learning disability that prohibited her from being Mouth poetry series monthly. The Los Osos Public Library and met with McLaughlin and decided to move the series to their new able to conventionally express herself as a child, she explained. Morro Bay’s Coalesce Bookstore both feature a monthly poetry tasting room in Old Town Orcutt. “There was no way I could put into words the feelings I had,” reading, and poet David Ochs runs a monthly open mic poetry With more than 30 years of involvement in organizations such she said. “Poetry enabled me to do that.” night with a featured poet in Arroyo Grande. as California Poetry in the Schools and other writers’ groups, Growing up in the Bay Area, she encountered poetry through The organizer behind CORE’s poetry night is Michael McLaughlin had a wealth of contacts and poetry connections. He poets who would visit as part of CPITS. Something about the McLaughlin. McLaughlin is the Artist in Residence at Atascadero bankrolled the project himself, insisting on keeping the readings workshops and lessons stuck. State Hospital and an area coordinator for California Poets in the free and open to the public. Along with two featured poets, the On a stormy night, lying in bed as a child, Winslow began Schools (CPITS), an organization that trains and coordinates a reading at CORE also includes an open mic portion, allotting five writing out the words to how the weather outside was making her network of published poets through local schools, juvenile halls, minutes to anyone who wants to share their worked. feel. She ran downstairs, shrieking with the poem in her hand, to and other institutions. He has authored three poetry books: Ped “I wanted to bring in really stellar poets, local and from other her mother. Xing, The Upholstery of Heaven, and Countless Cinemas. areas,” McLaughlin said. “I wanted there to be an open reading “I don’t know what compelled me to do it,” Winslow said. “But I McLaughlin hails from San Francisco and later moved to so that local poets would have their own forum. And then my did, and it was the first time I was ever able to express myself. It was San Luis Obispo, where he served as poet laureate for the city. hope was that those who read in the open reading would read an absolute revelation. … I’ve written poetry ever since then.” He credits much of the success and growth of SLO’s poetic frequently enough so that they could become co-features.” It wasn’t until she moved to the Central Coast, motivated community to Kevin Patrick Sullivan and Karl Kempton, who Readers at CORE have come from around the country, but by her father, that Winslow finally decided to pursue the craft. launched the San Luis Obispo Poetry Festival in 1983. mostly from Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, San Francisco, While obtaining her master’s, she discovered McLaughlin’s “They were tireless about it,” McLaughlin said. “It was a matter and Fresno. Featured poets in recent years include Suzanne group, an opportunity that opened more doors for community support of poetry locally. of personalities and poets coalescing. There were poets passing Lummis, co-founder of The Los Angeles Poetry Festival; New “It was a revelation,” Winslow said.“[McLaughlin] gets poets through Cal Poly, poets coming through from California Poets in Orleans poet Gina Ferrara; Raina J. León; and Sue Terence. the Schools such as Jane Elsdon in Atascadero … the poets were from all over to come. He gets these incredible, kind, true poets McLaughlin said some of the unpublished poets who started there, and the motivation to start readings and have these kinds to come to read.” at CORE’s open mic have gone on to read throughout the tri- of festivals was there.” Once she started participating in the Orcutt readings, Winslow county area, and some have even published chapbooks (a small When he first moved to SLO, McLaughlin became friends said she was exposed to more local poets and more workshop and collection of poetry, usually no more that 40 to 60 pages). with Sullivan and eventually worked his way through the reading opportunities. Discovering a community of people in her poetry scene, learning from each event and reading. He said the “They’re establishing themselves,” McLaughlin said. “That’s a same creative shoes was eye-opening for her. community was supportive and filled with remarkable talent. really good thing.” “I started meeting poets,” Winslow said. “I had no idea there “I plunged into the community and squeezed as much poetry out were so many poets here. There’s actually a lot of people in our of the experience as I could,” he said. “But then we had to move.” Common spaces, friendly faces community who write poetry.” When he and his wife, Dona, decided to plant roots in Orcutt, Braff found his way to the Central Coast’s local poetry McLaughlin began to imagine ways he could bring part of the One of the poets who has found her footing through local community via New York City, where he worked in finance. Braff SLO community to his new region. In 2012, he launched a poetry events is Dorothy Winslow. Winslow, who recently completed her gave up the fast-paced world of business for the serenity of the series at The Bookworm, a used bookstore on Betteravia. Interest MFA in Creative Writing for poetry, lives in Santa Maria with her Santa Ynez Valley, trading deals and dollar signs for stanzas and from local poets was immediate. husband and stepdaughter. Poetry has been a significant part of quatrains. It didn’t take long for the reading to grow out of the small her life from a young age. In the few short years since he uprooted his life, Braff has

10 • Sun • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • www.santamariasun.com PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM Featured readings often focus on established poets as opposed to unpublished or emerging writers, he added. “I want to see these organizers invite more diverse readers,” Duarte said. “There’s a lot of kids—young people and older people—they’re working on their poetry here. But they’re not being given those opportunities or there’s not that sort of hub where poets can feature.” The lack of an appropriate venue in Santa Maria that could draw in more poets is an issue near and dear to Duarte. He is currently helping on a project that would bring a cultural center to downtown Santa Maria. “Each venue has a little different culture,” he said. 11 “I think we need some more of a connection to bring all of them together. I think people are very open.” Winslow, who is now training to become a poetry therapist in Santa Maria, said she hopes to see more outreach to schools and underserved communities. She said she believes the key is bringing poetry to more youth, through programs in elementary up to high schools. Looking at events such as poetry slams that might have an appeal to younger audiences could also help, she explained. “The only disadvantage to being here is not having that huge broadcasting,” she said. “It’s a very quiet community. Not everybody knows about us. It took me a couple of years to find it, but it really is supportive, more so than some more THE GANG’S ALL HERE: CORE Winery in Orcutt hosts a poetry night on the second Saturday of every month. Poets, including local poet Larry Greco Harris (pictured), share poems at the event metropolitan areas.” organized by Michael McLaughlin. And while the popularity of poetry may be alluring to some, especially as larger cities participated in dozens of readings, and his poems have appeared to reading in a lot of venues. Just his dedication, connecting us to become the focal point for finding the next Kaur or Shire, in Tea House, Muscogee Nation News, Muryoko Journal of Shin people. Networking is very important.” local poets such Braff aren’t going anywhere soon. Buddhism, and more. He hosts poetry discussions with the Jewish Duarte was born in Nogales, Mexico, and migrated to the San “Am I looking to move? No,” Braff said. “I’m looking for Federation of Santa Barbara and works for CPITS as an outreach Joaquin Valley with his family in 1980 when he was just 6 years an ever-broader platform. … My mission is to continuously coordinator. He has also been a judge for the Santa Barbara County old. As a young immigrant growing up in Fresno, Duarte said he develop my craft and to continuously seek a broader platform, Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition for the past two years. often felt disconnected, invisible in the education system. with more diversity, to share the work. And to create platforms Forty Days, his first collection of poetry, was published by “When I was coming up through high school, there wasn’t a to share their work.” ❍ Cholla Needles Press in 2017. lot of literature for me to identify with as an immigrant,” Duarte said. “We were introduced to a lot of things which I couldn’t “Once I decided I’d left the world of mergers and acquisitions, Contact Arts and Lifestyle Writer Rebecca Rose Arts and Lifestyle I knew this was where I belonged,” Braff said. “I started Googling really identify with. There wasn’t that doorway for me. … It [email protected]. to find readings … and just started attending as many as I could.” wasn’t until I was introduced to these local [writers] that I felt Another thing Braff did aside from writing was pound the this connection.” pavement. He approached numerous local organizations, Fresno has long been a breeding ground for up-and- galleries, and museums—really anywhere he thought could coming poets, including Gary Sotu, Tim Hernandez, Thunder benefit from hosting a poetry event. and Lee Herrick. Hernandez, a third-generation By Dot Winslow “I made proposals to the Solvang Public Library, the Wildling Mexican American from a family of migrant Museum of Art and Nature, Lompoc Public Library, Santa Ynez farmworkers, is the author of Skin Tax, a 2006 across my windshield Historical Society, the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art,” he poetry collection that received the American the car wash is done said. “Every door I knocked on, all these institutions are saying yes Book Award. to poetry.” For Duarte, the connection with an artist from autumn Events in the past year include poetry presentations at the a similar background who wrote about the issues veil of dust wet Wildling Museum and The Poetry of Transition, a reading of he saw in his own life was immediate. He saw his on Santa Maria poems inspired by the Elverhoj’s 30 year retrospective. own possibilities as a writer and poet, something he CA highway 101 Braff also launched a biweekly workshop for poets working on had never considered. north at 4 pm “There was never that sort of view given to material and looking for constructive criticism, which includes poets my car laps he’s met through readings and other events—such as Winslow. me by any classes, teachers, counselors,” “It’s made a big difference,” she said. “That’s what these groups Duarte said. “In high school, it was, air do. It’s not about tearing each other down, it’s not about judging. ‘Are you interested in joining the I can smell the vent It’s not about a competition; it’s about coming together and military?’” petrichor trapped on glass supporting each other. It’s about how to get you to reach your Today, his poetry can be found needles best potential.” in arts journals such as Flies, projected water divots my face Cockroaches, and Poets. He has published a collection titled Seven divots my hands in shadow becoming Hungry for more Standard Roads, as well as The Spirit fog noon It was an unplanned reading at a poetry event that proved to of El Chorumo, a volume of short imminent headlights be a breakthrough for Santa Maria poet Samuel Duarte. Duarte stories. Duarte was also an organizer silhouettes of exit signs and a friend managed to get their names on a list of scheduled of 100,000 Poets For Change in Santa like safari camels Maria, a 2016 event that included readers, unbeknownst to Sullivan, the organizer of the event. green and humped and rumble poets, musicians, and artists joining “We joke about it now, [Sullivan] and I,” Duarte said of his across my head the oncoming sneaky venture. “That one opportunity … opened a lot of doors together from 500 cities in 100 countries. rush The event, which promoted predicts the end of the yellow snake social, environmental, and spite eating its young slicked Speak your piece political change, had a strong SLO and Santa Barbara County have several ongoing poetry series. backs In San Luis Obispo: The Corners of the Mouth series at Linnea’s on the third turnout, especially from local poets. and tainted thunder oozy humid Sunday of every month; contact Kevin Patrick Sullivan at [email protected]. plumb and clear. In Los Osos: Los Osos Public Library Poetry Night on the fourth Thursday once “It was amazing,” Duarte said. every three months. Contact Beverly Boyd at [email protected]. “A lot of folks showed up. So the In Morro Bay:Coalesce Bookstore’s Second Sunday at Seven Poets in hunger is there.” the chapel on the second Sunday of every month. Contact Jerry Smith at While many are content with [email protected]. what’s available to emerging STANZA FANZA: Santa Maria poet Dorothy In Arroyo Grande: St. Barnabus Church’s poetry series on the fourth Sunday of poets in the region, a growing Winslow hopes to someday publish a collection of every month. Contact David Ochs at [email protected]. number are hoping to see work. She recently received her MFA in Creative In Orcutt: CORE Winery’s regular reading happens on the second Saturday of the community expand to a Writing-Poetry and frequents local poetry readings. every month. broader audience and include more diversity, Duarte said. 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LETTERS from page 12 In addition to the loss of property taxes, roughly $225 million in unrealized annual royalties to our federal government, and $28 million in annual royalties to our state government are also going unrealized. This substantial amount of lost annual tax revenues represent a big-bang, positive economic impact that Santa Barbara County 14 and the various jurisdictions therein are missing out on. These are revenues our county and its partner agencies are in great need of. Moreover, this chronic financial crisis, which we have been experiencing for the past several years, is not due to some unpreventable natural disaster. Rather, it is due to what amounts to a preventable man-made disaster and unforced errors by those who currently govern Santa Barbara County. This is not the time to point fingers or to place blame. However, it is long past time that we have a political paradigm shift in Santa Barbara County with respect to our attitude and approach to revenue generation, and about Nipomo Community maximizing our comparable advantages, Services District which must include rethinking our county government’s land-use policies especially as it relates to resource development. A political paradigm shift away from trapping oil and gas and other resource development opportunities in regulatory quicksand is absolutely vital and will benefit all of the residents of Santa Barbara County and North County families especially. Joe Armendariz president, Santa Barbara 805-347-1968 | www.santamariasun.com County Taxpayers Association

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14 • Sun • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • www.santamariasun.com OPINION Familiar feeling o often around this time of year, a Sfamiliar feeling can wash over you like a swig of spiked eggnog. It can be a warm fuzzy feeling, like the love fest 15 12-27-18 we saw at the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting PUBLICATION DATE on Dec. 11 (see page 6), when the supes and other representatives bid farewell to 2nd District Supervisor Janet Wolf. I spend a lot of time BOYS & GIRLS pecking at our local leaders, so when they NEW TIMES MEDIA GROUP show some emotion and humanity, it’s easy to BY THE NUMBERS get swept up in the moment. CLUB I don’t blame them! Wolf served on the board for 12 years, not including her work on several SUN CIRCULATION other committees and organizations involved BOOK YOUR AD BY with county government, so it’s no wonder many 12-19-18 are sad to see her go. First District Supervisor Das Williams teared up a bit during his remarks, 18,000 and I could have sworn I saw Peter Adam get a bit glassy-eyed when thanking Wolf for being his “buddy” in South County. Aw shucks, government isn’t all people OF KIDS WHO ARE yelling at and blaming each other. Sometimes INVOLVED WITH B&G they get along, and spend boatloads of money A fun-raiser! CLUB PROGRAMS... in the process. Once all the honors and thanks were given, the supes still had plenty of business to attend to, including the prospect of dropping nearly Support the Boys & Girls % $5 million on a Blackhawk helicopter for the county’s Fire Department (see page 5). 87 The Thomas Fire is still fresh in local Club of Santa Maria. MISSED FEWER memories, but fire season has hardly ended since that blaze was put out. Reminders like the SCHOOL DAYS Camp Fire and Woolsey Fire that fire season is practically year round now in California have agencies preparing for the worst. Even the board’s staunchest budget hawks, 25% of all ad sales will go North County’s 5th District Supervisor Steve % Lavagnino and 4th District Supervisor Adam, directly to the Boys & Girls 22 spoke approvingly of the possibility. Adam said he wished the county had the Blackhawk INCREASED THEIR nearly a year ago during the Montecito debris SPELLING GPA flows to help with rescue operations. Club of Santa Maria and the The dread of fire season is palpable at these meetings, and spending now to be prepared later is a necessary decision. Problems Sun underwrites the cost of can come and go, wax and wane, and it’s % important to budget time and money for them when it’s actually there to spare. publishing. 13 Just take a look at the recent pair of homicides INCREASED THEIR in Santa Maria (see page 5), which feel all too familiar. Reports of early-morning shots fired, MATH GPA unsuccessful attempts to resuscitate, and the candle-strewn roadside memorials remind of Help support the Boys & 2015 and 2016, when the city saw a dramatic spike in mostly gang-related homicides. The Santa Maria Police Department arrested several Girls Club. Sponsor a child’s % MS-13 gang members after the spate of killings, 11 linking them to several, and not long after the city’s homicide rate dipped back down to illustration and advertise in INCREASED THEIR normal. OVERALL GPA At the time of the violence, plenty was done to make moves to protect the city’s youth and this special publication. address the gang issue: task forces, community *Stats obtained from the outreach, and roundtables. But poverty, violent crime, and gang activity aren’t problems www.bgcsmv.org website that go away overnight, and despite the progress community organizers have made, it’s still an issue that can rear its ugly head. I think I’m like most Santa Marians in wishing that reports of a homicide didn’t Contact your feel so familiar, but the truth goes down cold sometimes, no matter how you try to spike it.  sales rep today! 805.347.1968 The Canary is putting down the eggnog. Send your thoughts to [email protected]. [email protected]

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SILENT NIGHT, HOLY NIGHT The La Purisima Mission in Lompoc hosts its annual Las Posadas event on Dec. 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. This traditional procession reenacts the biblical journey of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter in Bethlehem. Guests are welcome to join costumed docents as they lead the procession through the mission grounds. Admission is $6. More info: (805) 733-3713 or lapurisimamission.org.

PHOTO COURTESY OF EXPLORE LOMPOC NORTH SLO COUNTY HEALING YOGA FOR THE HOLIDAYS Prepare for book, toy, and candy cane. Through Dec. 24 $5-$8 the holidays with the gift of relaxation and peace. for photos. downtownslo.com. Mission Plaza, 989 28TH ANNUAL VICTORIAN TEDDY BEAR TEA SPECIAL EVENTS Restorative yoga is a passive, deeply relaxing Chorro St, San Luis Obispo. Bring your teddy bear and have Christmas tea SANTA YNEZ VALLEY practice that gives the body a chance to “reset”, with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Elves. Features THIRD ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Shop recharge, and completely relax. Dec. 16, 1:30- JULEFEST CANDLELIGHT TOURS A behind-the for unique holiday gifts and support the CL Smith live entertainment and refreshments. Admission 3:30 p.m. $33. 805-680-6542. yoga4mankind. scenes historic walking and caroling tour of the PTA and local vendors. Hand crafted gifts for includes a commemorative tea cup and saucer. org/event-workshops/. Yoga for Mankind, 130 N downtown village of Solvang by costumed tour sale include candles, glass and paper art, hand- Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m. $20 adults; $8 children ages 12 Broadway, Suite B, Orcutt. guides. Concludes with a private hot cocoa and and under. 805-238-4103. PasoRoblesDowntown. stamped metals, steampunk jewelry, purses, cookies reception with Santa Claus. Tours leave org. Paso Robles Main Street Association, 835 12th RED OAKS BAPTIST CHURCH: CHRISTMAS greenery bouquets, gift wrapping, refreshments, from Solvang Park. Saturdays, 4-6 p.m. through St., Suite D, Paso Robles. CELEBRATION Come visit this new church in the and free children’s crafts. Dec. 14, 4-8 p.m. Free; a Dec. 22 $25; free for ages 2 and under. solvangusa. Santa Maria area. Event includes food, games, percentage of sales is donated to the PTA. 707-331- com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Dr., Solvang. a bounce house, music, and a cookie exchange. 2408. C.L. Smith Elementary School, 1375 Balboa Dec. 15, 1-3 p.m. Free. 805-351-2533. Red Oaks St., San Luis Obispo. Features multiple HOLIDAY EVENTS SHOP, MINGLE, AND JINGLE Baptist Church, 3600 Pinewood Rd, Santa Maria, merchant-driven events and happenings in TWAS THE FIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS In SANTA YNEZ VALLEY redoaksbaptistchurch.com. celebration of Solvang Julefest. Fridays-Sundays. the main event, “The California Black Sheep” through Dec. 16 solvangusa.com. Downtown HOLIDAY ART SHOW Art demos take place every SANTA’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM Santa Claus and Mike Rayne faces Marcus Eriks in a teacher vs. Solvang, Mission Dr., Solvang. Saturday. Artists include Dirk Foslien, Richard his jolly elf, Snowflake, will visit with children during student match. Food and drinks will be available for Myer, Mary Kay West, and Kieth Batcheller. this annual workshop. Families can get their pictures purchase. All ages welcome. Dec. 22, 3-6 p.m. $15- SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS Saturdays, 12-4 p.m. through Dec. 15 805-686- taken with Santa, make hands-on holiday crafts, and $20. 805-541-0969. The Graduate, 990 Industrial PLANET LUCHA Presented by Cen-Cal 2322. solvangantiques.com. Solvang Antiques, go on Santa’s Sweet Treat Scavenger Hunt. Dec. 15, 10 Way, San Luis Obispo, slograd.com. a.m.-2 p.m. $6. 805-928-8414. smvdiscoverymuseum. Professional Wrestling. Food and drink will be 1693 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. VEGAN HOLIDAY BRUNCH BUFFET A special available for purchase. All ages welcome. Dec. 23, org/. Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, 705 S. SOLVANG JULEFEST SKAL STROLL HOLIDAY vegan feast from Southern Fried Vegan. Beer, cider, 4-7 p.m. $15-$20. Radisson Hotel, 3455 Airpark McClelland St., Santa Maria. WINE AND BEER WALK Features 15 wine and beer wine, kombucha, mimosas, and manmosas will be Dr., Santa Maria. tasting rooms throughout the village. Dec. 15, 11 a.m.- SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY available. Dec. 16, 12-3 p.m. $24 (single trip); $36 (all you can eat). 805-868-7133. 7SistersBrewing. SIERRA CLUB HIKE: BILL DENEEN MEMORIAL 4 p.m. and Dec. 16, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $45. solvangusa. 1880S CHRISTMAS DINNER Features Christmas com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm HIKE TO POINT SAL The total distance is up to com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Dr., Solvang. caroling, rancho era food and drink, and more. Dec. 10 miles with more than 1,000 feet elevation gain. Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo. SOLVANG NATIVITY PAGEANT Enjoy a choir, 22, 1-4 p.m. 805-929-5679. Rancho Nipomo BBQ, Dec. 16, 9:30 a.m. Free. 805-934-2792. sierraclub. actors in traditional costumes, and live animals 108 Cuyama Ln., Nipomo. org/santa-lucia. Point Sal State Beach, Brown Rd, on stage. Dec. 15, 5 & 7 p.m. Free admission. Guadalupe. AN IRISH CHRISTMAS Features an award-winning ARTS solvangusa.com. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd cast of Irish dancers led by Caterina Coyne, Tyler SAN LUIS OBISPO St., Solvang, 805-928-7731. Schwartz, and Connor Reider. Dec. 15, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. $36-$48. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/event/ CLASSES & WORKSHOPS AERIAL WINTER SHOWCASE Levity Academy SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS presents this show that features aerial dancers and an-irish-christmas-matinee/. Clark Center for the CHRISTMAS CORNHOLE AND BRUNCH SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS acrobats performing to the beat of holiday Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. Featuring All Purpose Flower. Dec. 23 and winter themed songs. Dec. 14-15, SAN LUIS OBISPO BALLROOM, LATIN, AND SWING LESSONS Free entry. naughtyoak.com. Naughty 7-8:30 p.m. $20 for adults; $15 for kids Marie King and Kings of Swing offer dance lessons Oak Brewing Co., 165 S Broadway St and seniors; cash only. 805-549-6417. SANTA’S HOUSE IN MISSION PLAZA Children for all ages and skill levels. Couples and singles who visit Santa receive a complimentary activity levityacademy.com/. Levity Academy, Ste 102, Orcutt, 805-287-9663. welcome. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $36 for 207 Suburban Rd., San Luis Obispo. 4-week session. 805-928-7799. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt. SLOMA CURATED CRAFT The Sun and New Times now share their community BOUTIQUE Shop for handmade gifts. listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running INDEX BASIC WATERCOLOR No experience required. Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. $8. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Featured artists are Alice Sennett, Barry from northern Santa Barbara County through SLO County. Special Events ...... [16] Lundgren, David Gurney, Dianna Draze, Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. Submit events online by following the link on the calendar widget Elena Mary Siff, Jim Valentine, Kathleen at santamariasun.com. Submissions require logging in with your Arts ...... [16] BEADING WORKSHOP Thursdays, noon DePalma, Kathy Briles, Kathy Friend, Kenny oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Standhardt, Larry LeBrane, Linda Lewis, Michael Google, Facebook, or Twitter account. You can also email calendar@ Culture & Lifestyle ...... [20] Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. Rhode, Priscilla Beadle, Randy Stromsoe, Roseann santamariasun.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date. COUNTRY TWO STEP DANCE LESSONS From Martin, Sharon Harris, and Zelma Rose. Through Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Food & Drink ...... [22] Dec. 30, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. 805-543- the basics to a variety of patterns. Dancers of all 8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at [email protected]. Music ...... [24] 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. ARTS continued page 17

16 • Sun • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • www.santamariasun.com Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., making workshop where all attendees will take ARTS from page 16 HOLIDAY CHARCUTERIE WORKSHOP A food and wine-centric workshop that includes crafting, Santa Maria, 805-937-6753. home a finished wreath for their home. All supplies learning, and eating. Dec. 15, 12-2 p.m. $69. are provided, including food and drinks. Dec. 13, skill levels welcome. Thursdays, 6:15-7 p.m. $8. INTRODUCTORY BALLET 3 Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Municipal Winemakers Tasting Room, 432 Bell St., 5-7 p.m. $69. Talley Vineyards, 3031 Lopez Dr., 805-680-5695. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Arroyo Grande. Ave., Orcutt. Los Alamos, 805-245-5524. Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805- 937-6753. OPEN STUDIO FOR HOMESCHOOLED CREATIVE ART TUESDAYS Meet other artists INDIVIDUAL PAINTERS No instructor. Fridays, CHILDREN Includes drawing, painting, sewing, 9 a.m.-noon $1. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares MUSIC LESSONS Offering private and classroom and support and critique others’ works. Tuesdays, weaving, mixed media, printmaking, and Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. lessons. ongoing 805-925-0464. Coelho Academy 1-4 p.m. $1. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., 3-dimensional building in a safe, non-competitive of Music, 325 E. Betteravia Road, Santa Maria. Orcutt, 805-937-9750. INTRODUCTORY BALLET 1 Tuesdays, 5 p.m. environment. Fridays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $15 per hour. everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, EVERYBODY CAN DANCE Ballet workout SALSA DANCE CLASS No partner or experience 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-937-6753. classes for teens and adults. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. needed. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805- Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila. everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, INTRODUCTORY BALLET 2 Wednesdays, 6 937-1574. CentralCoastSwingDance. community. com. Old Town Brew, 338 W. Tefft St, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-937-6753. p.m. and Fridays everybodycandance.webs.com. PLAY EXPLORE CREATE 2 Includes Nipomo. drawing, pastel, watercolor, tempera, PHOTO COURTESY OF THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY DISCOVERY MUSEUM SWING, BALLROOM, AND LATIN collage, printmaking, sewing, and DANCE CLASSES Hosted by the building. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 17 Kings of Swing. All skill levels welcome 9-10:30 a.m. & 1:30-3 p.m. $20 (adults). Couples and singles welcome. for one day; $35 for two. 805-668- Pre-registration recommended. DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 2125. lila.community. LilA Creative Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. $45. 805-928-7799. 2018 Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Adkins Dance Center, 1110 E. Clark Ave., Suite 101, Arroyo Grande. Santa Maria. SAN LUIS OBISPO TEEN WIZARDING YULETIDE CRAFTING Teens ADULT POTTERY CLASSES Enjoy using clay to can create crafts based on the Harry Potter series. create handmade pottery. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10:30 Snacks will be provided. Dec. 21, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Tuesdays-Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. through Dec. 20 $50 for 2 classes. 805-896-6197. McClelland St., Santa Maria. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 UKULELE CLASS Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Oasis Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. AFTER SCHOOL POTTERY Kids can come and WEST COAST SWING CLASS No partner or learn to sculpt, hand build, and throw on the wheel. 2 experience needed. Mondays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805- sessions are needed to complete the pottery. Tuesdays, 937-1574. CentralCoastSwingDance.com. Old Town Thursdays, Saturdays. through Jan. 1 $50 for 2 Brew, 338 W. Tefft St, Nipomo. sessions. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY CABARET SINGING AND PERFORMANCE ALUMINUM REPOUSSE PICTURE FRAME CLASS Learn the art of singing in a Cabaret style Design and create a metal picture frame using and setting. Find your key and style with a skilled repousse’ and chasing techniques. Space is accompanist. You may start anytime during the limited. Dec. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30. 805-668- semester. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $185 for 12 2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand week class or $20 per night as a drop-in student. BELIEVING IS SEEING Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community. 805-772-2812. cuesta.edu/communityprograms. The Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum hosts its Santa’s Discovery Museum event on CHASING METAL PICTURE FRAMES Use Cuesta College Community Programs, Highway 1, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa Claus and his elf Snowflake will visit with children repousse and chasing techniques to create a metal San Luis Obispo. during this annual workshop. Families can get their pictures taken with Santa, make picture. Dec. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30. LilA Creative DATE NIGHT POTTERY Guests can enjoy sharing hands-on holiday crafts, and go on Santa’s Sweet Treat Scavenger Hunt. Admission is $6. Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, wine, throwing pots on the wheel, and more. Arroyo Grande, 805-668-2125, lila.community. More info: (805) 928-8414 or smdiscoverymuseum.org. CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP A wreath ARTS continued page 18

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www.santamariasun.com • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • Sun • 17 offers free admission during Community Day. Enjoy FILE PHOTO BY KEENAN DONATH ARTS from page 17 drop-in art activities, current exhibits, and more. Fridays, Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. $30 per person. Third Wednesday of every month Free. 805-688- 805-896-6197. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 1082. wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com. and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang. FILM AND TV ACTING CLASSES Film and TV FELICE WILLAT: FEATURED ARTIST Through acting classes for all ages and skill levels. Offers Jan. 1, 2019 Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., optional showcases for major Hollywood talent Los Olivos, 805-688-7517, gallerylosolivos.com. agents and casting directors. Sundays, 10:30 a.m.- FOLDED ART: ORIGAMI ANIMALS Featuring 9 p.m. $165-$175. 310-910-1228. actorsedge.com. origami animals by artist Robert Salazar. In Mission Cinemas, 1025 Monterey St., SLO. the Oak Gallery (second floor). Through March PACIFIC HORIZON CHORUS WELCOMES 20, 2019 Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, WOMEN SINGERS Visit site or come by in 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, person to see if these music lessons are right wildlingmuseum.org. for you. Tuesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. 805-441-1405. NATURE ABSTRACTED This exhibit is on display 18 pacifichorizon.org. SLO United Methodist Church, in the Barbara Goodall Education Center (third 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. floor). In collaboration with the Santa Barbara based Abstract Art Collective. Features 29 works PAINT A POT Features a selection of pre-made by 18 artists. Through Feb. 4, 2019 $5. Wildling pottery for those who love to design and paint. All Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., ages welcome. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4:30 Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org. p.m. through March 30 $25 and up. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 NATURE IMAGINED This exhibit celebrates nature Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. through art by Cheryl Medow, Ellen Jewett, and Hilary Brace. These artists used diverse materials PAINT YOUR PET WITH KARYN BLANEY Karyn and methods to create their works. Mondays, will walk guests through the process of painting Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5. 805-686- their pets. All skill levels welcome. No prior painting 8315. wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art experience is necessary. Dec. 16, 1-3 p.m. $45. and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang. A HIKE TO REMEMBER artcentralartsupply.com/current-workshops.php. The Sierra Club hosts its Bill Deneen Memorial Hike on Dec. 16 at 9:30 a.m. at Point Sal NATURE REGENERATED Photographers were Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, State Beach in Guadalupe. The total distance of the hike is 10 miles with more than 1,000 805 747 4200. encouraged to capture examples of nature’s ability feet of elevation gain. Admission is free. More info: (805) 934-2792 or sierraclub.org. to regenerate and thrive. This exhibit showcases PAINTING STRONG VALUES IN WATERCOLOR winning entries in the Adult and Junior categories. In this watercolor painting class, students will bring ongoing Free. 805-686-8315. wildlingmuseum.org/ 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo, 805-929-5679. discounts available. 805-922-8313. pcpa.org. a seascape scene to life from start to finish. No photography-competition/. Wildling Museum of Art Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria. experience required. Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang. SAN LUIS OBISPO $40. artcentralartsupply.com/current-workshops. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY 36 VIEWS OF HOLLISTER PEAK In the 1830s, php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis PAVLOV GALLERY: FEATURED ARTISTS Hokusai pursued the essence of Japan’s iconic HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Includes A Christmas Obispo, 805 747 4200. Showcasing new collections on a weekly basis. Featured artists include Chris Pavlov, Iris mountain in the print series Thirty-Six Views of Carol, a fractured fairy tale opera, and more. RAYTOONS CLASSES IN Pavlov, Robert Hildebrand, Doug Picotte, Mount Fuji. In tribute, Secret SLO gathers more Wednesdays-Sundays. through Dec. 31 $24-$30. CARTOONING AND APP CODING and more. ongoing, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. than two dozen artists to pursue the essence of San 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great Dec. 15, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $50. Free. 805-686-1080. pavlovgallery. Luis Obispo’s Hollister Peak. Mondays, Thursdays- American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. 805-835-8044. mailchi.mp. Cuesta Sundays, 1-7 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. 805-210- com. Pavlov Art Gallery, 1608 MAMMA MIA Presented by the Nipomo High College Community Programs, 8687. secretslo.com/gallery/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, Copenhagen Dr., Ste C, Solvang. School Drama Department. Call or go online for Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. RAY STRONG: FEATURED ARTIST performance times. Through Dec. 16 Nipomo High Sponsored by the Robert and CENTRAL COAST PRINTMAKERS: BANNER School, 525 N Thompson Ave, Nipomo. DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 A collaborative exhibition featuring contemporary SPECIAL ART EVENTS 2018 Mercedes Eichholz Foundation. In the SAN LUIS OBISPO Main Gallery (first floor). Dec. 21-March prints made by members of the Central Coast SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY 20 Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, Printmakers Group, a membership group of A CHRISTMAS STORY SLO Rep presents its annual 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, SLOMA. Through Jan. 27, 2019 Free. 805-543- adaptation of the holiday classic which follows SOUTH COUNTY POETRY An open mic follows wildlingmuseum.org. 8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, Ralphie Parker and his quest for a genuine Red each month’s featured poet. Fourth Sunday of 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Ryder BB Gun. Wednesdays-Sundays, 7-9 p.m. and every month, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-268- LOMPOC/VANDENBERG Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. through Dec. 23 $20- 9216. CanDoJack.com. South County Poetry, St. CLAY X 3 Featuring ceramic artists Ariane Leiter, FEATURED ARTIST: KATIE MARIE Marie’s $39. 805-786-2400. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Barnabas’ Episcopal Church (annex), 301 Trinity Maria Teresa Rode and Catherine Schmid-Maybach. artwork incorporates many elements of her love Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. Way off Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande. Their work reflects the deep roots of ceramic of the ocean and surfing. Through Dec. 31 Free sculpture in modern and contemporary California ANNE OF GREEN GABLES Marilla and her brother SAN LUIS OBISPO admission. Flying Goat Cellars, 1520 Chestnut art. Dec. 14-Jan. 20 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. Matthew hoped to adopt a boy to work on their Court, Lompoc, 805-757-6649. DOUBLE FEATURE FILM NIGHT: org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad farm. But the orphanage sends a girl, Anne, by PHOTOGRAPHS OF ART SINSABAUGH AND FEATURED ARTISTS: TOM AND JOELLEEN St., San Luis Obispo. mistake. Directed by John Battalino. Through Dec. 16 $15-$20. By The Sea Productions, SALT To compliment an exhibition of photography CHRONES Presented by the Lompoc Valley Art CYNTHIA MEYER: LOCAL COLOR Enjoy 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay, 805-776-3287, in SLOMA’s First Gallery, the Museum presents Association. Through Dec. 31 Free admission. landscape, light, and architecture captured on a bytheseaproductions.org. a special double feature of photographic docu- Cypress Gallery, 119 E Cypress Ave., Lompoc, 805- sunny day in SLO. ongoing, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-210- shorts. Dec. 17, 7 p.m. Suggested donation: $5 705-5328, lompocvalleyartassociation.com. 8687. secretslo.com. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 COMEDY NIGHT Weekly comedy show featuring members, $7 nonmembers; admission includes SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. touring and local comics all for one dollar. Guests complimentary beverage. 805-543-8562. sloma. can enjoy beer, food, raffle giveaways, and more. INTERESTING TIMES Featuring the political and org/films. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 FEATURED ARTIST: IRINA MALKMUS This Hosted by Henry Bruington and Aidan Candelario. whimsical art of Mark Bryan. Through Jan. 23, Broad St., San Luis Obispo. exhibit is one of a continuing series of shows to Limited spots available for the open mic. spotlight local art and artists. ongoing 805-938- 2019 805-710-2929. Frame Works, 339 Marsh St, CORNERS OF THE MOUTH: FAVORITE POEMS Thursdays, 7:30-10 p.m. through Feb. 28 $1. 805- 9724. irinamalkmus.com. Ameriprise Financial, San Luis Obispo, sloart.com. The Corners of The Mouth Poetry Series presents 540-8300. Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt 2605 S Miller St., Suite 104, Santa Maria. a Favorite Poem Open Reading. Five minute limit LIGHT FROM A DARK ROOM: PHOTOGRAPHY Road, San Luis Obispo, bangthedrumbrewery.com/. BY MARTA PELUSO Contains black-and-white per reader. Dec. 16, 7-9:15 p.m. Free. 805-903- LEE-VOLKER COX: FEATURED ARTIST Cox is the IMPROV COMEDY SHOW Fast-paced improv silver gelatin photographs made using film as well 3595. languageofthesoul.org. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 gallery’s featured artist for the month of December. comedy shows performed by the ensemble as digital color photography. This exhibition reflects Garden St., San Luis Obispo. Through Dec. 29 Valley Art Gallery, 125 W. Clark of Central Coast Comedy Theater. All shows the evolution of Marta Peluso’s art over time and Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-2278, valleygallery.org. are based on audience suggestions making JULIA MORGAN BUILDING TOUR Member includes new as well as older images that have every show unique. Saturdays, 8-10 p.m. $5. docents will guide you through our historic building SANTA BARBARA PRINTMAKERS JURIED been revisited. Dec. 14-Jan. 27 Free. 805-543- centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Kreuzberg Coffee and grounds. Tours may also be arranged by EXHIBITION ongoing smartscouncil.org. Betteravia 8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, Company, 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, appointment. Mondays, 2-5 p.m. Free. 805-541- Gallery, 511 E. Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria. 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. 0594. themondayclubslo.org. The Monday Club, 805-430-0260. VALLEY ART GALLERY SHOWCASE Features PILGRIM’S PROCESS: THE POETRY OF 1815 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. works from a diverse group of local artists. MICHAEL HANNON The exhibit celebrates over THE SANTALAND DIARIES David Sedaris’s thorny SLOCALLY MADE SHOWROOM AND CREATIVE Through Dec. 31 Free admission. Santa Maria five decades of works in print. Includes chapbooks, account of what it’s like to work as an elf in Macy’s through MARKET A collective of more than 20 local makers Airport, 3249 Terminal Dr., Santa Maria. books, broadsides, poetry-infused sculpture, Santaland. Saturdays, Sundays, 7-9 p.m. Dec. 15 $20-$39. 805-786-2400. slorep.org. San who have partnered with The San Luis Obispo SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY mail art, and altered objects. Mondays-Fridays, Collection to create a unique pop-up storefront. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. through March 29 Free. 805-756- Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Through Dec. 24, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Complimentary FROM ARTISTS, FOR ARTISTS, BY ARTISTS 2305. lib.calpoly.edu/events/pilgrimsprocess. Cal Luis Obispo. entry. The San Luis Obispo Collection, 1003 Osos Featuring fine art oils and pastels from Corynn Poly Special Collections and Archives, Robert E. SLOLIO: A GATHERING OF TRUE STORIES A St., San Luis Obispo, 415-394-6500. Wolf, acrylics from Ryan Adams, and works from Kennedy Library, 1 Grand Ave., Building 35, Room monthly storytelling event open to anyone who has various mediums by Marc Wolf ongoing Free. 805- A SPECIAL ART WALK (ART AFTER DARK: 409, San Luis Obispo. a true story to share based on the month’s theme 773-6563. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo which can be told without notes. December’s theme SLO) An art walk in downtown SLO. Check out SIXTH ANNUAL LITTLE TREASURES All artwork Beach, puffersofpismo.com/. is “Growing Pains”. Dec. 19, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805- local artists and makers throughout downtown. is priced at $100 or less. Through Dec. 30 Free. 995-2867. slolio.org. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden Maps available and online. Dec. 14, 6-9 p.m. Free. POP-UP ART SHOW: ANNA GREEN Showcasing 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/. Art St., San Luis Obispo. 805-544-9251. artsobispo.org/programs/art-after- Mermaids and Feminine Spirits by artist and yoga Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. dark/. ARTS Obispo, 1123 Mill St., San Luis Obispo. instructor Anna Green. Features a live painting THE SNOW QUEEN Based on the Hans Christian demo. Dec. 15, 12-5 p.m. Free. 805-627-1443. Andersen tale. Presented by Ballet Theatre SLO. Morovino Winery, 468 Front Street, Avila Beach. STAGE EXHIBITS Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Dec. 15, 7 p.m. and Dec. 16, 2 SHE SANG ME A GOOD LUCK SONG A statewide p.m. $28-$48. pacslo.org. Performing Arts Center, SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS traveling exhibit featuring the California Indian 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 756-4849. SANTA YNEZ VALLEY photographs of Dugan Aguilar. ongoing 415-525- PETER PAN A family-friendly musical based on COMMUNITY DAY AT THE WILDLING Wildling 1553. exhibitenvoy.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, the J.M. Barrie tale. 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The blanket and TRAUMA INFORMED PARENTING GROUP A running stitch will be demonstrated. Each guest will foster parent class presented by Calm. Tuesdays choose a crystal for their satchel. Dec. 15, 11:30 20 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $45. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative 805-965-2376. calm4kids.org. Church For Life, 3130 Skyway Dr., Suite 501, Santa Maria. Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY SEWING CAFE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS CALIFORNIA ELDERS FOR YOUTH A Sewing Cafe offers various classes and workshop. special program for teenagers where elders Call for full schedule. ongoing Sewing Cafe, 541 serve as mentors to listen to and talk to them. Five Cities Dr., Pismo Beach, 805-295-6585. All elders are screened. Mondays-Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. 805- SAN LUIS OBISPO 534-1600. facebook.com/Elders-for-Youth- KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS Beginners will learn 554913004953837/?modal=admin_todo_tour. basic stitches and will work on projects designed WINTER WINES Morrocco Method Headquarters, 800 Farroll Rd., to teach them how to get started with knitting. All Zest it Up hosts its Holiday Charcuterie Workshop on Dec. 15 from noon to 2 p.m. at Muni Grover Beach. class materials provided. Saturdays, 12-1 p.m. Wines, located at 432 Bell St., Los Alamos. Each attendee will make their own wood and ELDERS FOR YOUTH Seeking elders to join. through Dec. 29 Free. 805-781-5783. slolibrary.org. marble cheese board and learn the ins-and-outs of pairing charcuterie and cheese selections. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Teenagers can benefit from your life experience Obispo. Admission includes wine and food. Tickets are $69 and available at my805tix.com. More and skills. Children in the program are lonely and info: (805) 245-5524. insecure and need someone to spend time with them. Through Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805- MIND & BODY 534-1600. Morrocco Method Headquarters, 800 each. Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-noon, Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m., HOT STUFF from page 18 Farroll Rd., Grover Beach, morroccomethod.com. Dec. 17, 10 a.m.-noon, Dec. 21, 10 a.m.-noon and SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS Dec. 22, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo. GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH CANDLELIGHT RESTORATIVE YOGA Release com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., COUNTY) Hospice SLO County is offering this and open your body with breath, props, and CULTURE & San Luis Obispo. support group for those grieving the death of a meditation. Mondays, 7-8 p.m. yogaformankind. loved one. Held in the Church Care Center. Drop-ins LAWLESS SAN LUIS WALKING TOUR Learn com. Yoga for Mankind, 130 N Broadway, Suite B, welcome. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-544- LIFESTYLE about amazons, headless bandits, vigilantes, a Orcutt. 2266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James priest with golden underwear, and other respites Way, Pismo Beach. FREE YOGA CLASS WITH STACI AND LECTURES & LEARNING from the holiday atmosphere. Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m., TEACHER’S TRAINING Q/A Includes info on Dec. 16, 10 a.m.-noon, Dec. 21, 2-4 p.m. and Dec. NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Hosted by a 200 hour Yoga Alliance certification, which NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). A SANTA YNEZ VALLEY 23, 10 a.m.-noon $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo. gives students the credentials to teach yoga in all com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., confidential and safe group of families helping settings. Dec. 15, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. 805-680-6542. TED AND CONVERSATION The Solvang Library San Luis Obispo. families who have a loved one living with mental yoga4mankind.org/event-workshops/. Yoga for screens an 18-minute talk from the TED Talks health challenges. Third Saturday of every month, Mankind, 130 N Broadway, Suite B, Orcutt. series. Afterwards, the audience explores the topic 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-544-2086. Safe Haven, together over tea and coffee. Third Thursday of CLUBS & MEETINGS 203 Bridge St, Arroyo Grande. GENTLE YOGA Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. every month, 10-10:50 a.m. Free. 805-688-4214. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares SPOUSE AND PARTNER LOSS SUPPORT Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr., Solvang. SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) A Hospice SLO LOMPOC/VANDENBERG COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Tuesdays, 1 p.m. support group for those grieving the loss of MEDITATION GROUP Features a 20 minute oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares a partner or spouse. This group provides the meditation followed by a brief discussion. Meetings COMMUNITY FOOD CENTER The center is a food Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar take place in the sanctuary. All are welcome. pantry offering nutritional classes. Wednesdays, situation. Held in Room 16. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805-937-3025. Unity 3-5 p.m. Free. 805-967-5741, Ext. 107. El Camino DCSMV MONTHLY MEETING Speaker sessions Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. Chapel of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., Community Center, W. Laurel Avenue and N. I open to the public. Meeting for registered hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Orcutt, unitysantamaria.net/. Street, Lompoc. Democrats only. Third Thursday of every month, Pismo Beach. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. santamariademocrats.info. REFLEXOLOGY AT OASIS Tuesdays, 9 a.m. SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS IHOP, 202 Nicholson Ave, Santa Maria. SAN LUIS OBISPO oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares BI-LINGO Informal conversation to practice Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. HI-WAY DRIVE-IN SWAP MEET Come to the CHILD LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Hospice SLO Spanish language skills for anyone with basic Hi-Way Drive-In for the Sunday Swap Meet. Sellers: County is offering this support group for those SEVEN CHAKRA CLASS Learn about the 7 Spanish-speaking skills. Second Thursday of every $20; Produce sellers: $25; Buyers: $2 car load. grieving the loss of a child. This group provides the Chakra energy system that has been identified month, 6-7 p.m. Free. Santa Maria Public Library, Sundays, 4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 805-934-1582. Hi- opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar within the context of cultural spirituality around the 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-925-0994. Way Drive-In, 3170 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria. situation. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 6-7:30 world. Find out how this part of your spirit can be TAROT 101: THE MINOR ARCANA The first p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/support- healed and aligned to create balance, energy, focus RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT: series of classes on the Tarot AnnKathleen groups. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San and stamina. Dec. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $126. 805- MAH JONGG Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 805- developed 4 years ago where she focuses on the Luis Obispo. 598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Divine Inspiration, 922-2993. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park numbered and court cards within the 4 suits. 947 E Orange St, Santa Maria. Ave., Santa Maria. FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. through Jan. 3 $100. A support group for those who are TAI CHI AT OASIS Tuesdays, Thursdays, 805-598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Divine SANTA MARIA TOASTMASTERS WEEKLY caring for a loved one, no matter 9:45 a.m. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Inspiration, 947 E Orange St, Santa Maria. MEETING Toastmasters International is a worldwide the diagnosis. This group provides Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805- nonprofit educational organization that empowers SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY the opportunity to connect with 937-9750. individuals to become more effective communicators individuals in a similar situation. POINT SLO LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Docents lead and leaders. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 805-264-6722. WISDOM READINGS AnnKathleen Drop-ins welcome. Every other guests on a one-hour tour of the historic site, the santamaria.toastmastersclubs.org/. Toyota of Santa is available every day by appointment Friday, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. 805-544- buildings, and up to the Lighthouse tower. Please Maria, 700 E Beteravia Rd., Santa Maria. for Wisdom Readings with Tarot 2266. hospiceslo.org. Hospice SLO arrive 15 minutes early. All proceeds go directly and Oracle cards. Gift certificates TEENS ANIME CLUB Club for teens that are County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 toward the site’s restoration. Wednesdays, 12 & 1 available. ongoing $95-$160. 805- interested in anime and manga Dec. 14, 4:30-5:30 Obispo. 2018 p.m. and Saturdays, 12, 1 & 2 p.m. $17-$22. 805- 598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Divine p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public 540-5771. pointsanluislighthouse.org. Point San HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT Inspiration, 947 E Orange St, Santa Maria. Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. GROUP A safe, mutual support group for anyone YOGA FOR A CAUSE: TOYS FOR TOTS Join Jenn THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY GENEALOGICAL dealing with depression. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. TOURS FOR PADDLERS A special tour for visitors Posey for a special slow flow yoga class benefiting SOCIETY The Santa Maria Valley Genealogical through Dec. 24 Free. 805-528-3194. Hope House who come by ocean. Paddlers will need to clean sand Toys for Tots. Bring a new, unwrapped toy or a cash Society holds meetings open to the public. Third Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo Street, San Luis from their feet and dry themselves before the tour donation. Dec. 16, 9-10:15 a.m. Gift donations. 805- Thursday of every month, 2-4 p.m. SMVGS.org. Obispo. so not to damage the antique flooring. Saturdays, 266-6391. treetopyoga.net/. Treetop Yoga, 2771-C Family History Center, 908 Sierra Madre, Santa 10-10:45 a.m. $6.49. 805-540-5771. Point San Luis LIVING WITH GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Grief Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria. Maria. Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. is a natural response to the death of a loved one. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY TRI CITY SOUND CHORUS OF SWEET This group helps those who have lost a loved one or SAN LUIS OBISPO ADELINES INTERNATIONAL Welcomes all have a loved one who is dealing with a life-altering BEGINNER’S CHI GONG AND YOGA For CITIZENSHIP CLASS To prepare for the women who are interested in learning about illness. Trained grief counselors will be present to adults and youth ages 11 and up. Includes stand citizenship exam. No registration required. barbershop-style music singing and performing. provide information about grief. Mondays, 12:15- up exercises, breathing techniques, and more. Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. 805-781-5783. slolibrary. Thursdays, 6:45-9:30 p.m. 805-736-7572. Lutheran 1:15 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/ Sundays, 9:45 a.m. Free. 805-534-1600. Morrocco org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Church of Our Savior, 4725 S. Bradley Road, Orcutt. support-groups. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific Method Headquarters, 800 Farroll Rd., Grover Luis Obispo. St., San Luis Obispo. Beach, morroccomethod.com. TRIVIA NIGHT Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Free. HEART OF SLO HISTORY WALKING TOUR naughtyoak.com. Naughty Oak Brewing Co., 165 S NAR-ANON: LET IT BEGIN WITH ME Nar-Anon KUNDALINI YOGA Gentle yoga classes with a Learn about the people who transformed SLO from Broadway St Ste 102, Orcutt, 805-287-9663. is a support group for those who are affected by focus on meditation and chanting in the Kundalini a Chumash village to a Spanish colony to an Old someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays 805-458-7655. Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan). All levels of SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY West outpost to a modern town and the unsung naranoncentralca.org/meetings/meeting-list/. San heroes and heroines who preserved the culture of BISHOP PEAK CHAPTER OF THE Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO. CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 21

20 • Sun • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • www.santamariasun.com 8:15-9:15 a.m. $88. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. poses, resistance and active stretching, trigger architecture, cowboys, capitalists, confidence men, CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 20 San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San point therapy, and nerve flossing techniques. suffragettes, and more. Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-noon Dec. 22 experience welcome. Thursdays, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Luis Obispo. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m. $88. 805- and , 10 a.m.-noon $20. 805-210-8687. 549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult secretslo.com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 through Dec. 31 $12 per class; $40 for 4 classes. AFRICAN DANCE An all levels dance class where School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. 626-864-4810. branchmillorganics.com/classes- you can learn traditional dances from Guinea offered/. Branch Mill Organic Farm & Retreat and West Africa. Accompanied by live drumming. IGNITE BOOTY SCHOOL This series offers Center, 2815 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45 p.m. $5-$10. afrodance.net. dance fitness, twerk technique, and optional SPORTS MINDFUL YOGA: GENTLE, RESTORATIVE, Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad choreography lessons. Dec. 19, 7-9 p.m. $150. AND SLOW FLOW Wednesdays, Saturdays, St., San Luis Obispo, 805-547-1496. 805-748-0749. ignitebootyschool.com. SLO Yoga SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS 9-10:15 a.m. $10 donation. White Heron Sangha Center: Marigold, 3840-1 Broad St, San Luis AIKIDO BEGINNERS PROGRAM This program NFL FLAG FOOTBALL Presented by Rise and Meditation Center, 6615 Bay Laurel Place, Avila Obispo. covers the basics of Aikido. For ages 14 and up. Achieve. For boys and girls ages 5 to 17. First game Beach, whiteheronsangha.org. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. through IGNITE BOOTY SCHOOL: SLO This session takes place July 7. 10 games guaranteed. ongoing QI GONG FOR LESS STRESS AND MORE Dec. 13 $60. 720-588-0798. kiryu-aikido.com/ offers dance fitness, twerk technique, and a 805-868-3633. riseandachieve.com. Ernest ENERGY The gentle standing movements of Qi beginners-slo. Fitness Edge, 795 Buckley Road, choreography option to perform on Dec. 22 at The Righetti High School, 941 E. Foster Rd., Orcutt, Gong may be used to lower stress and increase Ste. 1, San Luis Obispo. Siren in Morro Bay. Dec. 13, 7-9 p.m., Dec. 20, 7-9 805-937-3738. p.m. and Dec. 22, 8-11:45 p.m. 150. 805-748-0749. flexibility. Mondays, 9-10 a.m. through Dec. 17 $10 AIKIDO FOR EVERYONE A Japanese martial art ignitebootyschool.com. SLO Yoga Center: Marigold, SAN LUIS OBISPO drop-in; $65 for 8-week session. 805-440-4561. designed to stop violence with minimum harm. 21 3840 Broad St. Suite #1, San Luis Obispo. luciamarschools.asapconnected.com. Oceano This class welcomes beginning and experienced CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. UT Community Center, 1425 19th St., Oceano. students of all levels. Tuesdays, 5:45-7 p.m. $65 for METABOLIC CONDITIONING Enjoy a ARLINGTON All kids 13 and under get in to the game for free. Dec. 21, 7 p.m. Mott SENIOR BODY FITNESS Please bring your own 3 months. 805-549-1222. aikidosanluisobispo.com. workout using your own bodyweight, Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis weights and bands. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. $1 San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San dumbbells, large exercise balls, Obispo, 805-756-7297. per class. 805-598-7108. Cortina Apartments, 241 Luis Obispo. and the TRX suspension training system. Designated as intermediate CAL POLY WRESTLING VS. Courtland St., Arroyo Grande. AIKIDO SELF DEFENSE FOR ADULTS Taught advanced level fitness. Tuesdays, NORTHWESTERN Dec. 17, 7 p.m. SILVER SNEAKERS ZUMBA Appropriate for all by fifth degree black belt instructor Mary Tesoro. Thursdays, 8-9 a.m. $88. 805- Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, ages and fitness levels. An easy-to-follow dance Tuesdays, 5:45-7 p.m. $65 for 3 months. 805-549- 549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297. 1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, fitness class. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9-10 Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 a.m. Free for members; $6 to drop-in. 805-441- San Luis Obispo. 7932. Oceano Community Center, 1425 19th St., 2018 CONDITIONING EXPRESS Includes weights, KIDS & FAMILY Oceano, adulted.luciamarschools.org. STRENGTH FOR 50+ Each session exercise balls, and TRX Suspension Training. begins with “static back” to realign you WATER EXERCISE FOR ALL AGES These classes Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6:30-7:15 a.m. $88. 805-549- SANTA YNEZ VALLEY spine. Features dumbbells and exercise balls. help relieve joint pain, enhance your breathing, 1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. $88. 805-549- PHOTOS AND VISITS WITH SANTA Mr. and Mrs. and increase your range of motion. Mondays, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. 1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, Claus will be in Solvang Park for photos. Dec. 15, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 805- GENTLE YOGA Includes exercises involving the 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. 12-4 p.m. and Dec. 22, 12-4 p.m. Free. solvangusa. 481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Egoscu Method, foundation training, active isolated com. Solvang Park, Mission Dr. and First St., Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com. stretching, and more. Mondays, Wednesdays, Solvang. SAN LUIS OBISPO 5:30-6:30 p.m. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San OUTDOORS SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis ADVANCED STRENGTH TRAINING Build Obispo. SAN LUIS OBISPO NIGHT LIGHT THEATER PRESENTS PETER strength through proper form. Sessions feature RABBIT The library will be showing a special GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS PAST WALKING various dumbbell exercises. Mondays, Wednesdays, GENTLE YOGA IN SLO Features traditional yoga screening of Peter Rabbit. Dec. 18, 6-7:30 p.m. TOUR Learn about the history of the holidays in PHOTO COURTESY OF PCPA Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, San Luis, from the bars to the churches to the 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. baseball diamonds, from the Jewish and Chinese merchants to the scary Santas. Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m., BABYNAUTS STORY TIME Story time for Dec. 21, 6-8 p.m. and Dec. 23, 2-4 p.m. $20. babies up to 12 months old and their caregivers. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Fridays, 10-10:30 a.m. through Dec. 14 Free. Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. ISLAY HILL HIKE WITH ECOSLO Difficulty: moderate to strenuous. Elevation: 775 feet. HOMEWORK HELP For grades K through 6. Distance: 2 miles round trip. Bring water and a Mondays-Thursdays, 4-7 p.m. through June 6 Free. snack, and wear sturdy hiking shoes. Dec. 15, 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org. Santa Maria 8:30-10 a.m. Free. 805-544-1777. ecoslo.org. Islay Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. Hill, Sweetbay Ln, San Luis Obispo. KTS ALL STAR GYMNASTICS: NINJA MODERN MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE WARRIOR CLASSES Bring out your inner warrior WALKING TOUR Dec. 17, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-210- with kids parkour classes in a safe setting. For ages 8687. secretslo.com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 5 and up. Wednesdays, Fridays, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. 805-349-7575. Santa Maria Town Center, 142 Town Center East, Santa Maria. RISE OF A RAILROAD TOWN WALKING TOUR Learn about the boilermakers, brakemen, MOMMY AND ME CLASSES Brief gymnastics prophets, poets, and promoters who made SLO a classes for ages 1 to 3 (as soon as they can start steam town. Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-210-8687. walking on their own). Mondays, Wednesdays, secretslo.com/tours/. San Luis Obispo Railroad Fridays, 9:30-10 & 10:15-10:45 a.m. $35-$55. KT’s Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis All Star Gymnastics, 237 Town Center E, Santa Obispo. Maria, 805-349-7575. SIERRA CLUB HISTORIC WALK: SAN LUIS READALOUD The Buellton Library presents OBISPO Guided stroll past 15 holiday-lit Victorian ReadAloud, a play-reading group for adults, teens houses in the Old Town historic district to recall and children 9 and up. Fridays, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805- the Christmas customs, events, and locales of 688-3115. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, SOLEMNLY SWEAR the 1890s. Flashlight recommended. Dec. 16, Buellton. The Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) presents its production of Peter Pan through Dec. 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-549-0355. sierraclub.org/ SANTA MARIA VALLEY RAILWAY HISTORICAL 23 at the Marian Theater, located at 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria. The cast includes santa-lucia. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 1344 MUSEM The Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Chynna Walker as Pan, the flying boy who whisks siblings Wendy, John, and Michael off to Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. Museum features a locomotive, boxcar, caboose, Never Never Land. Tickets range from $23.75 to $50. More info: (805) 922-8313 or pcpa.org. VICTORIAN HOUSES, WILD WEST LIVES WALKING TOUR Learn about the age of invention, CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 22

A Savior has been born Living Nativity Dec. 23rd, 4:00-6:00 p.m. followed by “Las Posadas” at 6:00 Family Candlelight Service Christmas Eve: 7:00pm Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4465 S. Blosser Road, Orcutt starlutheran.org

www.santamariasun.com • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • Sun • 21 Locally grown produce and food stuffs are available CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 21 ROLLIE POLIE INFANT CLASS This class NORTH SLO COUNTY is specially designed to promote bonding year round. Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Vandenberg REFUGE RECOVERY Refuge Recovery is a non- between baby and caregiver. For birth through Village Farmers’ Market, 120 Burton Mesa Blvd., railroad artifacts, and diorama. Second and fourth theistic, Buddhist-inspired approach to treating crawling. Call to register. Wednesdays, 5:45- Lompoc. Saturday of every month. 12-4 p.m. ongoing 805- and recovering from addictions of all kinds. Open 6:15 p.m. through Dec. 26 Free. 805-547-1496. 714-4927. Santa Maria Transit Center, Miller and to people of all backgrounds and respectful of all SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS performanceathleticsslo.com. Performance Athletics Boone St., Santa Maria. recovery paths. Saturdays, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Free; Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. ORCUTT FARMERS MARKET Presents local donations welcome. SLO County Drug and Alcohol SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY farmers and small businesses. Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 Atascadero, 3500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, p.m. Orcutt Farmers Market, Bradley Road, Orcutt. DRAGONFLY CIRCLES (AGES 7-11) IN AG This SPIRITUAL 800-838-1381. enrichment program promotes social, emotional, SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY and physical well-being. Learn how to respond SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS to stressful emotions and situations in a healthy, VOLUNTEERS ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Includes balanced, and positive way. Register thru AG CHAKRA CLEARING AND BALANCING WITH produce, artists and musicians. Saturdays, 12-2:25 Recreation. Thursdays, 3:45-4:45 p.m. through SOUND An evening of relaxation through sound SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande. Dec. 13 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. and guided meditation to balance and harmonize GUADALUPE NATIVE GARDEN com/dragonfly-circles/. Women’s Club of Arroyo your chakras. Dec. 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $25. 805- BEAUTIFICATION DAY Seeking volunteers NIPOMO FARMERS MARKET Includes a Grande, 211 Vernon St., Arroyo Grande. 598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Divine Inspiration, interested in gardening and helping to beautify large variety of locally grown produce. Open 22 947 E Orange St, Santa Maria. OCEANO DUNES VISITOR CENTER Enjoy the Guadalupe Native Garden. This event is led by year round Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. exhibits of dune and lagoon plant and animal FREE WOMEN’S EXERCISE CLASS Open to all Judith Evans. Third Saturday of every month, 9 nipomofarmersmarket.com/. Nipomo Farmers species. End your visit with a stroll behind the women regardless of denomination. Class includes a.m.-noon through Dec. 15 Free. 805-343-2455. Market, Via Concha Road, Nipomo. center to the fresh-water lagoon. ongoing, 12-4 stretching, aerobics, and floor exercises while dunescenter.org/event/guadalupe-native-garden- SAN LUIS OBISPO p.m. Free. 805-474-2667. Oceano Dunes Visitor listening to uplifting, spiritual music. Free childcare beautification-days/. Guadalupe Native Garden, Center, 555 Pier Ave, Oceano. offered on site. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Corner of Campondonico and 7th Ave., Guadalupe. FARMERS MARKET Farmers Market in SLO is the 9-10 a.m. Free. 805-922-1919. cornerstonesm.org. largest Farmers Market in California. Thursdays, PLAY EXPLORE CREATE 1 Enjoy various art SAN LUIS OBISPO 6:10-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Higuera St., San Luis activities including drawing, painting, building Cornerstone Church, 1026 E Sierra Madre Ave., ADOPT A GRANDPARENT Seeking volunteers Obispo. sculptures, and more. Designed for ages 3 to 4. Santa Maria. to help older adults that need a little extra help All materials are included. Mondays, Wednesdays, SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts over 60 vendors. HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH SERVICES Join (baking/driving/errands/friendly visits/games/ 9-10:30 a.m. $20 for one day; $35 for two days a Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, Hope Community Church for Sunday morning and pet walking). Volunteer training is ongoing, please week. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 2650 Main St., San Luis Obispo. Wednesday night services. Children care provided contact to set up an orientation. Mondays. through 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, for infants and children under 4. Sundays, 10:30 Jan. 28 Free. 805-547-7025 x2214. Wilshire NORTH SLO COUNTY lila.community. a.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Free. 805-922- Community Services, 285 South St. Suite J, San ATASCADERO FARMERS MARKET Visit site SAN LUIS OBISPO 2043. hopesm.com. Hope Community Church, Luis Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices.org. 3010 Skyway Dr. Suite F, Santa Maria. for info on featured music artists and chefs. FROZEN PARTY AT THE LIBRARY Come to the ADOPT A GRANDPARENT! Connect with older Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. Free. visitatascadero.com. SLO Library for a chance to meet Anna and Elsa. INTUITIVE GUIDANCE Sessions may include but are adults that need a little extra help. Tasks include Sunken Gardens, 6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero. not limited to mediumship, psychic awareness, light baking, driving, errands, friendly visits, pet walking, Crafts and snacks will also be available. Dec. 19, CAMBRIA FARMERS MARKET Fridays, 2:30-5:30 journey work, and aura cleansings. Thursdays, 12-2 reading, games, and more. RSVP required. Please 3:45-5 p.m. Free. 805-781-5775. slolibrary.org. San p.m. Free. 805-395-6659. cambriafarmersmarket. p.m. $20 for 15 minutes. 937-271-5646. CovenTree: contact to set up an orientation. Fridays, 10-11 Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. com. Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, 1000 Main Books and Gifts, 722 E Main St., Santa Maria. a.m. through Jan. 25 Free. 805-547-7025 x 2214. Street, Cambria. AIKIDO FOR KIDS AGE 4-13 AIKI-MITES (age Wilshire Community Services, 285 South St. Suite SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY 4-6) class is 3pm on Tuesdays. AIKI-KIDS (age 7-13) J, San Luis Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices.org. PASO ROBLES FARMERS MARKET Tuesdays, classes are Tuesdays/Thursdays at 4pm. Call to DRUM CIRCLE With Julie Jensen. You may bring 3-6 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Paso CARDS FOR SENIORS Looking for volunteers who observe or pre-register. Tuesdays, Thursdays $50-$75 your own drum if you wish. Those without drums Robles Farmers Market, Spring and 11th St., Paso would enjoy creating handmade cards for isolated monthly. 805-544-8866. aikidosanluisobispo.com. are welcome. Additional instruments will be Robles. older adults. All materials and tools provided. Budo Ryu, 3536 South Higuera St., San Luis Obispo. available for use. Third Wednesday of every month, Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m. through Jan. 25 Free. TEMPLETON FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 9 6:30-8 p.m. Donations accepted. 805-489- DRAGONFLY CIRCLES (AGES 7-11) This 805-547-7025 x2214. Wilshire Community a.m.-12:30 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. 2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. enrichment program promotes social, emotional, Services, 285 South St. Suite J, San Luis Templeton Park, 550 Crocker St., Templeton. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande. and physical well-being. Learn/practice how Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices.org. NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY to strengthen inner “superpowers” to nurture DRUM MEDICINE JOURNEY With positivity and respond to challenges effectively FELINE NETWORK OF THE Julie Jensen. Every third Monday, BAYWOOD FARMERS MARKET Mondays, 2-4:30 (stress/anxiety, emotions, bullying) in a healthy, CENTRAL COAST Seeking 6:30-8 p.m. $30. 805-489-2432. p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Baywood balanced, and positive way. Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. volunteers to provide foster homes Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Farmers Market, Santa Maria and 2nd St., Los Osos. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity.com/ for foster kittens or cats with special Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande. dragonfly-circles/. Academy of Dance San Luis needs. The Feline Network pays for MAIN STREET MARKET Saturdays, 2:30-6 Obispo, 3422 Miguelito Ct., San Luis Obispo. GUIDED SOUND HEALING DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 food, litter, and any medications p.m. Free. 805-772-4467. Morro Bay Chamber MEDITATION With Julie Jensen. Third 2018 needed. Volunteers also needed to help of Commerce, 695 Harbor St., Morro Bay, DRAMA AND IMAGINATIVE PLAY CLASS: Monday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m. $25. with humanely trapping and transporting morrobaychamber.org. AGES 5-8 Sing, dance, play games, and create 805-489-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, feral cats for spay/neuter. ongoing 805- stories and characters. Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande. 549-9228. felinenetwork.org. San Luis Obispo, $120 for 10 weeks. 805-709-0761. pyjamadrama. Citywide, SLO. EVENTS com/us. SLO Movement Arts Center, 2074 Parker HOUSE OF GOD CHURCH SERVICES Join HOSPICE SLO COUNTY THRESHOLD SINGERS St., San Luis Obispo. Pastor Joseph and Amanda Anderson every Sunday SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY for prayer, healing, and more. Sundays, 9:30-11 SEEK NEW VOICES Sing for individuals DRAMA AND PLAY CLASSES: AGES 2-4 Build a.m. 805-888-7714. House of God Church, 946 experiencing life-limiting or end-of life conditions. CAJUN SUNDAY DINNER CLASS During this language, develop motor skills, and practice Rockaway Ave., Grover Beach. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Free. interactive class, guests will learn about the history cooperation, concentration, and problem solving. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/services/hospice- and culture of the meal. Menu: creole cornbread, Mondays, 10:15-11 a.m. $120 for 10 weeks. 805- MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT Learn the basics slo-county-threshold-singers. Hospice SLO County, cucumber and tomato salad, chicken fricassee with 709-0761. pyjamadrama.com/us. SLO Movement of communicating with spirit in a safe environment 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo. rice and sweet potato; and pecan pie. Be prepared Arts Center, 2074 Parker St., San Luis Obispo. with Mike Smith. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $15. to stand and cook. Dec. 19, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $50 805-480-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. HOSPICE SLO COUNTY VOLUNTEER FAMILY HOLIDAY SING-ALONG Join musician per person; plus $10 material fee. 805-474-3756. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande. TRAINING Preregistration required. In-Home Laura Ruth at the SLO Library for this family event Volunteers assist individuals with a life-limiting Arroyo Grande High School, 495 Valley Rd., Arroyo to sing festive songs of the season. Dec. 15, 10:30- REFUGE RECOVERY Refuge Recovery is a non- illness and their families by providing caregiver Grande. 11 a.m. Free. 805-781-5775. slolibrary.org. San theistic, Buddhist-inspired approach to treating respite, practical assistance, emotional support, SAN LUIS OBISPO Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. and recovering from addictions of all kinds. Open companionship, and comfort. Thursdays, 1-6 p.m. THE BLACK GLASS CHALLENGE AT CROMA FAMILY NITE AT 7SISTERS BREWING $5 to people of all backgrounds and respectful of Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/workshops. all recovery paths. Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. Free; Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis VERA Test your blind tasting skills. Winners get options include kids’ grilled cheese, kids’ pulled their names listed on the front board and posted to pork sliders, craft root beer floats, and more. donations welcome. The Haven (classroom), 621 E Obispo. Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, 805-202-3440. social media. Fridays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $12. 805-946- Features live Irish music and family activities. MEALS ON WHEELS Meals on Wheels, San Luis 1685. cromavera.com/events/. Croma Vera Wines, Wednesdays, 4-9 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. SUNDAY FOR SPIRIT PSYCHIC READINGS Obispo, needs noon time drivers. Must have own 3592 Broad St., Ste. 106, San Luis Obispo. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Features an assortment of psychic readers. car to deliver prepared meals. Mondays-Fridays, Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, 7SistersBrewing.com. Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Vaires. 805-489-2432. Halcyon 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-235-8870. 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www.santamariasun.com • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • Sun • 23 DJ/DANCE 26 | KARAOKE/OPEN MIC 27 LOCAL NOTES PHOTO FROM JINEANNE CODERRE’S FACEBOOK PAGE Live Music Music all around SANTA YNEZ VALLEY THE CADILLAC ANGELS LIVE No outside Don’t let the hectic holiday season keep food or drinks allowed. Dec. 23, 4:30- 7:30 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 you from taking in some live music 24 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html. BY JOE PAYNE CRAFTED: LIVE MUSIC SERIES Features verybody’s busy during the holidays, I get it, and artists from all genres of music. Thursdays, 6 live music isn’t at the top of everyone’s list of p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m. 805-686- priorities. But why? 4742. bottlest.com. Bottlest Winery, Bar & E Bistro, 35 Industrial Way, Buellton. For starters, we’re all inundated by holiday and Christmas music from the moment Thanksgiving THE DYLAN ORTEGA BAND As part of KRAZy Country Honky-Tonk Thursday. Thursdays, 7 ends. Stereo systems blare generations of “Jingle Bells” p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa and “Silent Night,” from Elvis’ iconic interpretations Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. to Ariana Grande’s dance club renditions. These songs FORT TAYLOR, CA LIVE This group performs are piped in at every shopping mall and department acoustic rock covers. No outside food or store, some radio stations even transform into holiday drinks allowed. Dec. 22, 1-4 p.m. Free. Cold music only for the season. Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa When our collective musical cups are filled to the Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ brim, it’s easy to feel satisfied. But I’m here to tell you, entertainment.html. friends, it’s a false satisfaction. There’s a reason why LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO Local acts rosy-cheeked carolers, church choirs, and Santa-hat- perform every Saturday. Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. wearing bands are all evocative of the holiday season: Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, The holidays are filled with music, and it’s all about 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. sharing it together. MOONRIDGE BAND LIVE Dec. 15, 8 p.m. That’s why I challenge locals to make time this Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, holiday season to enjoy some live music. It doesn’t have 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. to be a bunch of extra work, either. THE NOMBRES LIVE A blend of rock and It could be as easy as visiting Presqu’ile Winery country. No outside food or drinks allowed. Dec. on Dec. 14 for a tasting, when Jineanne Coderre will 14, 6-9 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, perform live from 4 to 6 p.m. Coderre is known locally coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html. for her jazzy and R&B-inspired sound, and is sure to throw in a couple holiday songs. ODDLY STRAIGHT LIVE No outside food or For those hoping to squeeze some live music in among all the hectic holiday shopping and visits, drinks allowed. Dec. 15, 1-4 p.m. Free. Cold In fact, Coderre is just as idealistic about holiday SOUND OF THE SEASON: Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa music as I am. local singer Jinneane Coderre will perform a set at Presqu’ile Winery on Dec. 14, including a number of her favorite holiday Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ “Christmas, one of my favorite times of the year, just songs. entertainment.html. wouldn’t be complete without music,” Coderre wrote PHANTOM PUMPS LIVE Dec. 14, 8 p.m. in a Facebook post about the upcoming show. “It brings I always appreciate the families, couples, or individuals Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, out the big kid in me, memories of my siblings, my Lots to hear who stop to sit and listen. It’s a nice break from the fast- 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. late grandparents, and my parents singing Christmas Presqu’ile Winery features live music by paced holiday shopping for anyone who stops to enjoy. PULL THE TRIGGER LIVE Dec. 22, 8 p.m. carols. So, gotta keep the memories and traditions alive Jineanne Coderre on Dec. 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. at There’s no such thing as “background music,” just music Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, through music, family, and friends.” the winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Drive, Santa Maria. people choose to ignore, so it’s always appreciated when a 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. Heading to a winery to enjoy a tasting and some More info: (805) 937-9110. crowd gathers and is generous with the applause. RML LIVE A harmonic rock group. No outside live music is perfect for when family is in town The Santa Maria Town Center features live And trust me, the closer we get to Christmas, the food or drinks allowed. Dec. 21, 4:30- visiting for the holidays. Live music is special, and holiday piano music on Dec. 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 more grueling it can get for musicians. Don’t get me 7:30 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 taking it in together spreads the gift of enjoyment. It’s from 1 to 7 p.m. at 371 Town Center East, Santa wrong, we love to perform, but playing those same Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, a gift to the musicians too, who always appreciate an Maria. More info: santamariatowncenter.com. songs over and over can grate a bit. That’s why an coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html. The Maverick Saloon features Phantom Pumps audience. appreciative audience means so much. They don’t live on Dec. 14 at 8 p.m., the Moonridge Band on THE ROBERT THOMAS BAND LIVE No I should know, I’m one of them! Dec. 15 at 8 p.m., and Steve & Regs on Dec. 16 at care how many times you’ve played “Linus and Lucy,” outside food or drinks allowed. Dec. 22, The Santa Maria Town Center has scheduled two they just want to hear it! 5-8 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 noon. The saloon is located at 3687 Sagunto St., Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, piano players (myself included) to play the grand piano Santa Ynez. More info: (805) 686-4785. But sometimes you’re just not in the mood for coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html. in front of Macy’s on Fridays and Saturdays now through Rancho Bowl presents a Saturday Night holiday music. Maybe you want to escape those same Christmas. Flanked by towering, sparkling trees, you songs as much as we musicians do the closer we get to STEVE AND REGS LIVE Dec. 16, noon Party on Dec. 15 from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, can find me there in the evening hours playing favorite 128 E. Donovan Road, Santa Maria. More info: New Year’s. Well, there’s place to go for that too. 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. carols, classic tunes, and my own jazzy arrangements of ranchobowl.com. The Maverick Saloon is beloved in Santa Ynez Valley standards on the 100-year-old piano. MUSIC LISTINGS continued page 25 People rush by on their way to this store or that, but LOCAL NOTES continued page 25

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FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF THIS BANGS! LOCAL NOTES from page 24 If you didn’t know, Rancho for always scheduling honky-tonk and country Bowl in Santa Maria offers live DJ bands around the weekend. For instance, this performances most nights of the weekend includes Phantom Pumps (Dec. 13) week. On Dec. 15, a traveling artist from Sonoma, DJ Cal, will headline and the Moonridge Band (Dec. 15) in the the evening at Rancho Bowl. Local evening and Steve & Regs at noon on Dec. 16. artist DJ Phase will open the show. While each of these groups might throw No matter how you take your in a twangin’ Christmas tune here and there, music this time of year, don’t forget you can also count on them to play the classic to share it with the people you 25 country The Maverick is known for. If line love. We make memories worth dancing is more your speed than decking the cherishing every year, and they halls, that’s the place to go. deserve a good soundtrack.  And maybe, you don’t care if music comes from a living musician. And while I may say, Managing Editor Joe Payne doesn’t “Bah humbug!” to that, I won’t begrudge all ever get tired of playing “Santa the DJ and EDM fans who want to get out of MOVE TO THE MUSIC: If your favorite flavor of live music involves light shows and remixing, check out the Rancho Bowl on Dec. 15 for performances Baby.” Contact him at jpayne@ the house during the holidays. by two DJs, one touring and another local. santamariasun.com.

MUSIC LISTINGS from page 24 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, CHRISTMAS CONCERT AND CANDLELIGHT music and complimentary appetizers every week. coldspringtavern.com/entertainment.html. SERVICE Dec. 19, 7 p.m. 805-863-7976. Unity Thursdays, Fridays, 5-7 p.m. and Saturdays, 3-5 SUNDAY ROUND-UP Enjoy live music on the Chapel of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., p.m. Free. Costa De Oro Winery, 1331 S. Nicholson patio and special menu offerings every Sunday WIL RIDGE LIVE Dec. 23, noon Maverick Saloon, Orcutt, unitysantamaria.net/. Ave., Santa Maria, 805-922-1468, cdowinery.com. morning. Sundays, 11 a.m. Free. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. JINEANNE CODERRE LIVE A fusion of LIVE MUSIC AT MOXIE CAFE Enjoy live music mavericksaloon.org. smooth jazz, pop, and soul. Dec. 14, 4-6 p.m. from local artists, food, and drinks. Thursdays- LOMPOC/VANDENBERG Complimentary. presquilewine.com. Presqu’ile Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. moxiecafe.com/music/. THE TAILGATERS LIVE A blend of classic rock, Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-937- Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria, classic country, and surf. No outside food or drinks SIP MUSIC CLUB Pairing music and local wine 8110. 805-361-2900. allowed. Dec. 16, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Cold Spring with 4 seasonal releases each calendar year. Price Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805- includes 3 VIP access tickets to each SipMusic KEVIN GRAYBILL LIVE Soloist. Dec. 22, 7-10 LIVE MUSIC AT O’SULLIVAN’S Featuring live 967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/entertainment. event, and 1 album and 1 bottle of premium p.m. kevingraybill.com. Blast 825, 241 S Broadway entertainment from local and touring alternative, html. wine every 3 months. ongoing $40. Lompoc Wine St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777. indie, rock, punk, reggae, ska, alt-country, and Factory, 321 N. D St., Lompoc, 805-243-8398, other left-of-center musicians several times THREE 4 ALL LIVE Dec. 21, 8 p.m. Maverick lompocwinefactory.com. LIVE MUSIC AT CA’ DEL GREVINO Enjoy live throughout each month. ongoing Free. O’Sullivan’s Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686- music from a different band/musician each week. Pub, 633 E. Main St., Santa Maria, 805-925-0658, 4785, mavericksaloon.org. SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-937-6400. osullivanspub.net. facebook.com/cadelgrevino. Ca’ Del Grevino Cafe TOM BALL AND KENNY SULTAN LIVE No CHRIS BELAND LIVE Soloist. Dec. 15, 7-10 p.m. LIVE MUSIC AT PRESQU’ILE Different acts every and Wine Bar, 400 E. Clark Ave., suite A, Orcutt. outside food or beverages allowed. Sundays, chrisbeland.bandcamp.com. Blast 825, 241 S MUSIC LISTINGS continued page 26 1:15-4 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777. LIVE MUSIC AT COSTA DE ORO Enjoy live

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Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805- LIVE MUSIC WITH JON AND CARRIE Enjoy Obispo, 805-543-5451, fpcslo.org. LBS LIVE Dec. 16, 9 p.m. and Dec. 17, 7:30 546-8600, fremontslo.com. live music from Jon and Carrie, whose influences p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 GYPSY JAZZ NIGHT With the Gypsy All Stars: THE UGLY SWEATER CHRISTMAS CONCERT include The Beatles, James Taylor, Manchester Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, Laurel Mitchel (vocals), Daniel Cimo (violin), James Featuring the Pathetics and Ragged Jubilee. For Orchestra, and Sara Bareilles. Dec. 15, 3:30-5:30 harryspismobeach.com. Gallardo, Ben Arthur, and Toan Chau. Every other ages 21 and over only. Dec. 22, 7 p.m. $10. SLO p.m. $10 wine tasting; wine for purchase by glass LEGENDS LIVE Dec. 16, 3 p.m. Harry’s Night Club Thursday, 9:30-11:30 p.m. Barrelhouse Brewing Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, or bottle. 805-927-9800. twincoyotes.com/. Twin And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, Co. Speakeasy, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, 209-417-7748. Coyotes Winery, 2020 Main St., Cambria. 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com. 805-296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.com. WINDHAM HILL WINTER SHOWCASE 30th LOUIE ORTEGA LIVE Tuesdays, 8-11 p.m. LIDO LIVE Live music at Lido at Dolphin Bay. JAZZ JAM SESSIONS AT UNITY CONCERT anniversary tour. Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m. $48. Spanos Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Free. HALL Hosted by the SLO County Jazz Federation. Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7113. 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com. Third Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-773-8900. thedolphinbay.com/lido. Lido SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: ANDREA PEARSON 805-543-1200. Unity Concert Hall, 1130 Orcutt WINTER CONCERT: SLO HIGH SCHOOL AND Restaurant at Dolphin Bay, 2727 Shell Beach Rd., Pearson was once a finalist on CMT’s Next Road, San Luis Obispo. LAGUNA MS BANDS AND CHOIRS Celebrate the Pismo Beach. sounds of the season with a free concert from the Superstar. Dec. 17, 6:30-9 p.m. Free; tips accepted. LITTLE GEORGE LIVE Dec. 21, 9 p.m. and Dec. JAZZ VESPERS CHRISTMAS George Garcia bands and choirs of San Luis Obispo High School 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com. Morro Bay 22, 3 & 9 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, returns to FPCSLO Christmas Jazz Vespers and Laguna Middle School. Dec. 17, 7-9 p.m. Free Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, with bandmates Scott Liddi, Ken Hustad, and concert; free parking. 805-458-7764. Performing harryspismobeach.com. Darrell Voss, along with vocalist Inga Swearingen. Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, pacslo. Featuring original arrangements of classic org. DJ/DANCE LIVE MUSIC AT PUFFERS Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 Christmas carols and seasonal standards. All net p.m. Free. 805-773-6563. puffersofpismo.com. proceeds will benefit Lifewater International. Dec. SATURDAY LIVE FEAT. MARTIN PARIS AND SANTA YNEZ VALLEY Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach. DEBBY WHITE Dec. 15, 1-4 p.m. Complimentary; 16, 7 p.m. $15 recommended donation. 805-543- KRAZY COUNTRY HONKY-TONK THURSDAY wine and food available for purchase. 805-227- 5451. facebook.com/JazzVespersConcertSeries. Thursdays, 6 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto OPEN BLUES JAM Wednesdays Mongo’s Saloon, 4812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 805-489-3639. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. Mill Rd., Paso Robles. SIDE EFFECTS Tuesdays Free. 805-773-6563. 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Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777, Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com. tips accepted; all ages are welcome.. 805-204- PINT NITE AND CRAIG LOUIS DINGMAN rooneysirishpub.net. WEDNESDAYS: LIVE MUSIC Enjoy live music 6821. songwritersatplay.com. Sculpterra Winery, LIVE Guests with logo glasses can enjoy $2 off in the fireplace room. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles. HULA DANCING Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. 805-598- pints. Dec. 21, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. Seaventure Restaurant, 100 Oceanview Ave, Pismo 6772. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt. 7SistersBrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: THE ROSE VALLEY Beach, 805-779-1779, seaventure.com. 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo. THORNS Ojai-based band The Rose Valley Thorns LINE DANCING Mondays, 6:30-9 p.m. $5. 805- WINTER SOLSTICE CONCERT WITH TO WAKE feature three-part harmonies and bluegrass- 310-1827. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., SLO MASTER CHORALE PRESENTS FOURTH YOU Music lead by Karoline and Mark of To Wake influenced original songs. Dec. 23, 1-4 p.m. Free; Orcutt. ANNUAL HANDEL’S MESSIAH SING-ALONG You. Hot drinks and seasonal treats to follow. Dec. tips accepted; all ages are welcome. 805-204- Thomas Davies, Artistic Director, will conduct the NIGHTLIFE AT RANCHO BOWL Enjoy DJ’s 6 16, 2-4 p.m. $15 by reservation only. 805-710- 6821. songwritersatplay.com. Sculpterra Winery, Master Chorale singers and the audience during nights a week in the Rancho Bar and Lounge. For 9808. Branch Mill Organic Farm & Retreat Center, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles. choral sections of Handel’s famous oratorio. Dec. ages 21-and-over. Tuesdays-Sundays, 9 p.m. Free. 2815 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. $15 general admission. 805-538- UP IN THE AIR LIVE An upbeat blend of original 805-925-2405. ranchobowl.com/nightlife. Rancho SAN LUIS OBISPO 3311. slomasterchorale.org/. Performing Arts music mixed in with a few familiar favorites. Dec. Bowl, 128 E Donovan Rd., Santa Maria. Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. 14, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. 805-400-5293. Bristol’s CABARET 805 AT 7SISTERS BREWING Dec. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 18, 6:45-9 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. 7Sisters SUNDAY SERENADE Features a different acoustic bristolscider.com/. DJ CAMOTE Thursdays, 5 p.m. Harry’s Night Club Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, act each week. Sundays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Bang The And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo, 7SistersBrewing.com. Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, VERN SANDERS LIVE This jazz pianist covers 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com. 242-8372, bangthedrumbrewery.com/. songs from the Great American Songbook. AN ELEGANT EVENING WITH AVE A holiday Sundays, 5-8 p.m. 805-238-2834. Enoteca DJ DRUMZ AT MONGO’S Fridays Free. 805-489- concert featuring the young women of AVE, the TIM JACKSON LIVE Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Free. Restaurant and Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles, 3639. mongossaloon.com. Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Advanced Vocal Ensemble of the Central Coast 805-868-7133. timjackson.net. 7Sisters Brewing labellasera.com/enoteca-restaurant. Grand Ave., Grover Beach. Youth Chorus. All proceeds support the singers of Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis CCYC. Dec. 14, 7 p.m. Recommended donation of Obispo. THE CALIFORNIA HONEYDROPS LIVE For ages MUSIC LISTINGS continued page 27

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GALLERY PHOTO COURTESY OF JOELLEN CHRONES Arts Briefs Arts commission seeks Two of a kind feedback for housing survey Lompoc’s Cypress Gallery features the The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture work of Tom and Joellen Chrones 29 is currently seeking feedback from the arts community BY REBECCA ROSE regarding housing. om and Joellen Chrones met through their artistic The commission is asking for participants to complete endeavors, setting up a lifelong mutual bond. one of two surveys—one for artists and employees of arts T“We met each other at the first photo club that was in town organizations and the other for organizations themselves— in Lompoc,” Joellen Chrones said. “That was 40 years ago.” regarding temporary artist housing. The survey aims to help While Joellen moved on to glass and knitwork as an artist, identify solutions and possible opportunities for artists Tom, a retired fire captain for the city of Lompoc, stayed seeking temporary residences as well as groups looking to fixated on photography. For the past several decades, the hire artists in Santa Barbara County on a non-permanent pair have been well established in Lompoc’s art community. basis. The survey requires approximately 10 minutes to They’ve served on the board of the Lompoc Valley Art complete, according to a press release from the commission. Association in a variety of roles and in other area arts groups. A link to the survey can be found at surveymonkey. In December, the couple is part of a new show at the Cypress com/r/visitingartists or online at sbac.ca.gov. Gallery. His and Hers, which runs through Dec. 30, features a collection of Tom’s photographs and Joellen’s work in fused glass, as well as some examples of the knitwear she creates. DANA Adobe Cultural Center Woodturning used to be the art medium of choice for Tom hosts Milford Zornes exhibit until he developed an allergy. These days, one can usually find the retired firefighter out snapping photos in and around NO HATE FOR HER PLATE: Joellen Chrones’ artwork includes plates, dishes, and plaques made from fused glass. Nipomo’s DANA Adobe Cultural Center presents a Lompoc, where the pair make their home. Her work is on display through Dec. 30 at the Cypress Gallery in Lompoc, alongside her husband’s photographs. collection of work from renowned California painter Milford “I grew up with my mom and dad who both did a lot of Zornes through Jan. 27. picture taking,” Tom said. “Especially my dad, who did a lot of deft hand at fused glass, a process that involves bonding different pieces of Zornes, who who was born in Oklahoma in 1908 and landscapes. When I became [fire captain], I started taking photographs for glass together using heat to create shapes and colors. died in 2008, is famous for his unique style and color use investigations for the department.” “The sheets I cut are usually a base color,” Joellen said. “Then I do a in paintings depicting iconic landscapes in California. One of The Lompoc fire department had a darkroom for investigators to clear coat on top, and then I cut out designs in other colored glass and his paintings, a 1936 watercolor dubbed Old Barn in Nipomo, develop their own photographs, and Tom took to the medium quickly. stack them all together.” is currently held at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. After he retired, he stuck with photography, exploring it as an art form. Fusing glass to create shapes such as plates and bowls is a technique that Zornes was a prominent leader of the California Scene “I do mostly landscapes,” he said. “I try to capture a moment that I can seem intimidating upon initial approach. The stacked glass is first fused Painters movement and a watercolor movement known respond to, as I see things, whether it’s lighting or in a kiln for 24 hours, so it becomes flat and the design as California Style. Zornes spent much of his life on the sunset or the way lighting hits a certain tree or flower.” It’s their show melts into the glass. Then, for the second 24 hours, the Central Coast, including his parents’ home in Nipomo. In 2019, Tom will take on the role of president of the His and Hers, a multimedia art show featuring glass goes into a mold to give it its final shape. Tom and Joellen Chrones, runs through Dec. 30 The exhibit at the center, called Sun and Wind By the Sea, Lompoc Valley Art Association (in 2018, he served as Joellen said she’s drawn to the artform because she Cypress Gallery director). In 2018, the association tried at the Cypress Gallery in Lompoc. The gallery is likes the way it allows her to create unique shapes. She represents more than 70 years of Zorne’s work. located at 119 E. Cypress Ave., Lompoc. For more originally started in lampworking, which is the art Admission to the center is $5 for non-members and free a number of new ventures and projects, many aimed at information, call (805) 737-1129. engaging or improving community participation. of making glass beads over a torch, and even used to for members. The center is located at 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Outreach programs included selling cutouts of teach classes in the craft in Santa Maria. Nipomo. For more information, call (805) 929-5679 or email wooden fish for $5 and Art Hunt, a free scavenger hunt in Lompoc. The “I kind of evolved into fusing because I had the kilns and everything I [email protected]. gallery also underwent some physical upgrades, including a new floor and needed,” she said. “I had taken classes for glassblowing, but the equipment PHOTO COURTESY DANA ADOBE CULTURAL CENTER lighting system. for that is so huge and it’s so time consuming that I don’t think I’d go that “We made a lot of improvements to the gallery,” Tom said. “We also had far. But I love glass.” a nice painting done on the wall.” She said she loves the way glass shines, even where there is little or no Joellen’s work at the His and Her show includes many examples of her light. Some people try glasswork, either through a class or by following

PHOTO COURTESY OF TOM CHRONES online tutorials, she said, but don’t often keep up with it. The medium may seem unwieldy to some, but Joellen said she sees glass as full of possibilities. As one of the only fused glass artists working in and around Lompoc, Joellen’s work is a bit of a novelty in galleries and shows. She said she is often drawn to colorful or whimsical subjects, which also makes her work stand out. Solvang hosts Julefest “I really like birds, cats, and dogs,” she said. “People will walk up and say, ‘Your stuff makes me Wine and Beer Walk smile.’ I don’t know if it’s the subjects or the bold The city of Solvang will celebrate the annual Julefest colors I use or the funky way I draw them.” with a two-day beer and wine walk. It’s in their mutual love and anticipation for the The walk features more than 15 winery and brewery public’s reaction that Tom and Joellen also share a tasting rooms throughout Solvang. For $45, festivalgoers bond. After 40 years of working together as artists, will receive a two-day pass good for tastings in participating Tom said they still get excited about sharing their tasting rooms as well as a souvenir wine glass. work with others. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. from “I really enjoy having other people appreciate what I was able to see and capture,” said Tom. “It’s Dec. 15 through 16. one of the best things about what we do.”  For more information, email [email protected]. m

Arts and Lifestyle Writer Rebecca Rose is pure fusion. Arts Briefs is compiled by Arts and Lifestyle Writer Rebecca HUG YOUR SHUTTERBUG: Photographer Tom Chrones shares the spotlight with his wife, Joellen, at the Cypress Gallery in a show called His and Hers. The married artists have known each other for more than 40 years. Contact her at [email protected]. Rose. Send information to [email protected].

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF LEE-VOLKER COX An invitation Photographer Lee-Volker Cox invites viewers Music Lessons: to discover the stories Private and Classroom 30 behind his photographs Music Instrument Sales, BY REBECCA ROSE Service & Accessories dog stands on a dimly lit pier, his gaze caught by something behind Instrument repairs Ahim. In the milky glow of the lamplight, a tennis ball is barely visible Gift certifi cates available beside him. The moment is filled with a rich bounty of expression and sentiment. for lessons and instruments “The dog is about 12 or 13 years old CHRISTMAS SUPER SALE and he can’t walk very fast,” Lee-Volker Cox said. “He brings the ball over to me INSTRUMENT PRICES and drops it at my feet. I rolled it because I SLASHED! can’t throw it too far for him.” The pier is San Francisco’s Pier 47; the dog belongs to a commercial fisherman 325 E. Betteravia Road Suite B-4, Santa Maria · (805) 925-0464 working on his boat, just out of frame. facebook.com/coelhomusic1 · [email protected] · coelhomusic.com Cox said the dog, a devoted and loving companion, spent years on the fishing boat with his owner. Now, too old for his LOOK CLOSER: Lee-Volker Cox finds deeper stories in simple images, body to withstand the unforgiving waves such as this photograph of a dog on pier. Cox said the aging dog was of the Pacific, the dog stands on the pier, waiting on the pier while his owner worked on the boat below because watching his owner prepare for a journey “he had lost his sea legs.” he won’t be able to join. “I took that picture,” Cox said, “because Force colonel switched things up a bit. every time I [rolled] it he would look back at me “I decided to do something that was more as if to say, ‘Are you still there, is it worth coming interactive,” Cox said. “I tried to make it so it’s back with this ball?’” not just a picture you come and look at. … I It’s one of the many stories the photographer tried to draw people more into it.” hopes to share with his new collection, Imagine, Cox said he wanted viewers to be encouraged on display now through Dec. 27 at the Santa to think about what’s happening behind the Maria Public Library. Cox images he is presenting. Season Passes and described his latest exhibit Photo fest The work should inspire (which includes more than Lee-Volker Cox’s photography exhibit Imagine people to ask questions and Gift Certiicates 50 images) as an invitation, runs through Dec. 27 at the Santa Maria Public to learn more about each asking participants to Library. Ten percent of the proceeds from image and why he chose make great gifts! “transport themselves the sale of the artwork will go to the library. to feature each particular beyond the window,” A reception with Cox is planned for Dec. 13 photograph. according to a statement from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cox’s images will be “The desire is that people from the artist. displayed in the library’s Shepard Hall, located won’t just look at it and 805-489-2499 The images featured at 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. For more move on to the next one,” in the exhibition were information, call (805) 925-0994, Ext. 2832. Cox said. “They’re actually or taken in places such as trying to think about the tickets.americanmelodrama.com Hawaii, Greenland, North context of the photograph.” America, and Europe, and highlight the The collection does inspire a lot of kind of exotic setting fans of Cox’s work are curiosities. Each image is sparse yet filled with familiar with. But this time, the retired Air decadent speculation. It’s in images such as Pier where Cox really shines as a photographer. Beyond being contented with capturing the simple beauty of the lush landscapes he so frequently visits on his photographic expeditions, Cox wants to impart empathy and mystery with his images. There is a longing, a sadness evident within the dog, conveyed in the heaviness of its shoulders—almost as if he knows his own body has become cumbersome. His eyes and his spirit remain active, like the puppy he once was, but his body can no longer keep up. It’s Orcutt Academy heartbreaking and beautiful all at once. Cox’s skill and talent is in recognizing these High School moments in the split second it takes to capture a truly memorable photograph. He also knows has open seats available when something that looks mundane can turn into something breathtaking, such as his image in 11th grade for the current of footprints along a beach shore, a nod to the popular allegorical text, “Footprints in the Sand.” “It’s one of those that makes you look,” he (2018-2019) school year. said. “It’s a marker of who you want to be and where you want to go. It’s just you and nature and God.”  For more information, please phone FOOTPRINTS: The Santa Maria Public Library hosts retired Arts and Lifestyle Writer Rebecca Rose gets Air Force colonel and photographer Lee-Volker Cox’s new Kim Domingues at (805) 938-8582. exhibit. Imagine features photographs shot all over the world drawn in by good arts. Contact her at rrose@ and runs through Dec. 27. santamariasun.com.

30 • Sun • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • www.santamariasun.com ARTS HUMOR NO BONES ABOUT IT, The puppy is not potty trained. He believes the world is his toilet. Mostly he believes my WHEN IT COMES TO Puppy love bedroom carpet is his toilet. He likes to chew on things. He also believes the world is his Krider welcomes an chew toy. He chews on socks, rocks, and my PRINT CIRCULATION, toes. After one particular day, where he broke addition to the family the record for how many times a puppy can BY ROB KRIDER go poop in one day inside our new house, my daughter exclaimed, “I think it’s time for him y life is essentially a postage stamp of GO WITH to go back to the freeway.” 31 what some people consider the American The problem is this thing is the cutest damn dream. I’m married and I have two kids, M puppy you have ever seen. He could be on the a boy and a girl. I pay the bank every month for cover of a 2019 calendar about dogs and they a mortgage on a suburban home where there is would sell out in minutes. He is so cute, he is the THE TOP a pickup truck in the driveway. And, of course, kind of puppy you rescue off the freeway and pay I have a dog. I’m so American I can practically a vet 700 bucks to take care of. Obviously I fell in fart the “Star Spangled Banner.” love with him. You can call it puppy love. Love My life was basically perfect. I say “was” however, has its limits. DOG. because I recently screwed my This puppy is very fast and entire life up. Did I become quite sneaky when he needs to addicted to opioids after a car go number two. He is so fast, accident? Nope. Was there my wife, whom I love, believes a torrid love affair with the the puppy teleports through secretary? Please, I’d be dead walls, craps, and then teleports and unable to tell this story, into another room. No matter (us) and Mrs. Krider would be how closely we watch him and locked up for murder. Maybe no matter how many doors we a gambling habit and I lost shut, he still magically fi nds a the kids’ college fund? Nope, I way to crap in my bedroom. 35,000 never actually saved any money Rob Krider We named the puppy Magic. for the kids to go to college, so Magic enjoys his days I couldn’t lose it gambling. So, Man Overboard lounging around the house, what did I do to screw up my chewing up fl oorboards, and 18,000 perfect life? I got a puppy. fi nding new places in the house I didn’t wake up one morning and look at my to take a poop. I spend my days cleaning poop dog and think to myself, ‘I need two of you. I want off the fl oor and getting mad at the puppy. But, to buy twice the dog food and clean up twice the he is just so damn cute, you can’t be mad at him dog crap on the lawn.’ The idea of two dogs never for long. Then he magically teleports again and occurred to me. I was happy with my one-dog drops another deuce in the house. This allows American life. Then everything changed. A little feelings of rage and regret come to the surface. injured puppy was crossing the freeway. It was “Magic!” cute, and it had this sad little limp. It was going to This puppy better potty train himself in the get hit by a car. Did I mention it was cute? Long next two days or he might be taking a car trip story short, after a trip to the veterinarian and a back to the freeway.  bill for $700, I now have two dogs. Well, I should clarify; I have one dog and one puppy. I love my Rob is a sucker for a limp. To read more from Rob dog. The jury is out on the puppy. Krider or contact him, visit robkrider.com.

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SUN SCREEN PHOTOS COURTESY OF RIVERSTONE PICTURES his perception was unlike anyone else’s. Film Reviews The cinematography by Benoît Delhomme Man out of time (The Proposition, Lawless, The Theory of Editor’s note: Santa Maria 10 ((805) 347-1164) films and Everything) is quite remarkable, creating show times were unavailable at press time. ulian Schnabel (Basquiat, Before Night Falls, a visual feast. It’s a look at a sad, tragic, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly) directs this biopic chronicling Vincent Van Gogh (Willem misunderstood man’s sad, tragic last days. J The film’s lasting message is that Van Gogh 32 AT ETERNITY’S GATE Dafoe) during his time in Arles and Auvers-sur- What’s it rated? PG-13 Oise, France. Rupert Friend stars as Vincent’s was a man born in the wrong time. Where’s it showing? Galaxy Atascadero Anna: Visually this film was stunning, See Sun Screen. brother, Theo; Oscar Isaac as fellow painter, Paul Gauguin; and Mathieu Amalric as Vincent’s and Dafoe’s performance was undeniably physician and model, Dr. Paul Gachet. (110 min.) fantastic, but it’s a heavy, heady film CREED II that balances bleakness with brilliance. What’s it rated? PG-13 Glen: Julian Schnabel is a singular filmmaker, Vincent’s isolation and enigmatic persona What’s it worth? Full price is all encompassing, and while the beauty Where’s it showing? one who doesn’t mind challenging viewers. Hi-Way Drive-In, Movies Lompoc, of his work is lauded today, he was persona Parks Plaza (ends Dec. 18) He began his career as a painter, coming to THE END IS NEAR Willem Dafoe stars as Vincent Van Gogh in director Steven Caple Jr. (The Land) directs this sequel about prominence in the 1980s, and he parlayed his art non grata while he lived. His connection Julian Schnabel’s examination of the artist’s final days in Arles and boxer Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan), who, under trainer fame into filmmaking in 1996, making a film to the world lay deeply in his relationship Auvers-sur-Oise, France. Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), takes on the son of about the Brooklyn graffiti street artist turned with his brother, who was his only support Rocky’s nemesis, Ivan Drago (Dolph Lundgren), Viktor Drago primitive-neo-expressionist and darling of the emotionally and financially. The film is his insecurities. There’s an amazing scene (Florian Munteanu). purposefully slow, reflective, and intricate with Yes, this loose Rocky sequel is formulaic, but it’s a NYC art scene, Jean-Michel Basquiat, who died toward the end of the film where a priest (Mads helluva good formula! Adonis’ complicated personal life and of a heroin overdose in 1988. In 2000, he made Vincent’s inner workings, but the counterbalance Mikkelsen), assigned to determine if Van Gogh is need to dig deep within himself to find the champion he can a film about gay Cuban poet, to its plodding pace is its visually absorbing well enough to leave an asylum, shows Van Gogh become is still a great story. Jordan is terrific in the role, novelist, and anti-Castro rebel perspective, switching from his own canvas, asking him if he really thinks demonstrating nuance, range, and complex emotion. Reinaldo Arenas. His best the artist’s point of view he’s an artist, telling him the painting is ugly and And of course it’s great to see the old faces from the AT ETERNITY’S GATE with an entirely different franchise—Stallone and Lundgren. Unlike triple Academy film, 2007’s The Diving Bell its scene grotesque. It’s heartbreaking, almost as What’s it rated? PG-13 quality, to wide sweeping heartbreaking as when Van Gogh is laid out in Award-winner Rocky (1976), Creed II probably isn’t going to take and the Butterfly, was about What’s it worth, Anna? Matinee home Best Picture, but it’s a great popcorn movie. (117 min.) shots, to arresting minute his coffin surrounded by his paintings as people Elle editor Jean-Dominique What’s it worth, Glen? Matinee —Glen Starkey detail. I totally see this film walk around, looking at him and his work as if Bauby, who was left totally Where’s it showing? Galaxy Atascadero paralyzed by a massive stroke not working for everyone—I it were some kind of carnival sideshow. If only GREEN BOOK save movement in his left eye, get that. It’s a deep dive into Van Gogh could have seen how revered his work What’s it rated? PG-13 which he used by blinking to dictate his memoir, the mind of a complicated, wholly sad, and would become, maybe his life wouldn’t have What’s it worth? Full price upon which the film is based. His take on the with a mad dash of crazy individual, and I can been such a tragedy. Where’s it showing? Parks Plaza final years of Van Gogh’s life will definitely divide see audiences writing it off as an art house film Anna: The scene with the priest was really Co-writer Peter Farrelly (Dumb and Dumber, There’s that bagged a big star. Luckily I like a good memorable. Van Gogh wonders aloud why God PICK Something About Mary) directs this biopic about audiences. Its rottentomatoes.com aggregate is 82 African-American pianist Don Shirley (Mahershala Ali), percent favorable by critics, but only 52 percent melancholy journey on the big screen, and At would make him a painter if his paintings were who hires working-class Italian-American bouncer Tony Lip by audiences. In the screening we attended, Eternity’s Gate delivers Van Gogh’s later life with ugly; his attempts to explain why he paints to the (Viggo Mortensen) as his driver on a music tour of 1960s two women walked out midway through. The quiet brilliance, with much praise going to Dafoe priest fall on deaf ears. While the priest may not American South. Though they’re very different people, they film takes its time and is very interested in Van for a rock-solid portrayal of the tormented artist. think him well enough to leave, he doesn’t think develop a warm and enduring friendship. Glen: Dafoe is fantastic—what an expressive there’s anything left for them to do for the tortured This is one of those classic feel-good movies only a true Gogh’s psychology, his feeling of isolation, his cynic could reject. Both lead characters come out of the aberrant behavior, and his unique way of seeing face! He plays Van Gogh with a quiet artist and sends him on his way. Theo then sends other side of the story improved. Ignorance drives racism the world. In fact, the film opens from Van desperation, in stark contrast to his earnest Vincent to a friend and doctor, who we watch and classism in equal measures, and Tony’s culturally based Gogh’s point of view, and the handheld camera and deeply concerned brother, Theo (Rupert Van Gogh bond with as well as paint a portrait of. racism crashes headlong into Don’s elitist classism, forcing work and lens distortion, which is used every Friend), and his only personal friend, the One really satisfying aspect of the film is watching both of them to grow and expand their minds. flippant and self-possessed Paul Gauguin Dafoe in the painting process, something Van We see Tony’s racism not only in his use of pejoratives time we see as Van Gogh sees, reminds us that such as “eggplant” to describe black people, but also in (Oscar Isaac), who turned into the object of Van Gogh thought should be quick and purposeful. his actions. He’s not the type to call a black person a name Gogh’s obsession. You may have heard that Van He certainly was a man compelled to create. to his face or to physically assault one, but when his wife Gogh cut off his ear to give to a prostitute, but It didn’t make him happy or satisfy him, yet it serves two black plumbers glasses of water after they finish in fact he cut it off as a cry for attention from seemed the only thing he knew he was meant to do. a job at his apartment, Tony takes the glasses his wife left Gauguin, who had announced he was returning Loving Vincent (2017) was a visual feast, a painted in the sink to wash and throws them in the trash. to Paris. Likewise, the mythos is Van Gogh shot Likewise, we witness Don’s elitism in his inherent fictionalized portrayal of the artist’s final days, himself and essentially committed suicide, but and perhaps its lack of utter bleakness appeals to a FILM REVIEWS continued page 33 Schnabel’s version instead supports the idea that bigger crowd. 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PHOTO COURTESY OF MEDIA RIGHTS CAPITAL FILM REVIEWS from page 32 the closing credits you see photos of the real life Tony and Don, Compared to both adaptations who remained lifelong friends after the tour. that came before it, this year’s sense of superiority. When he’s interviewing for drivers in Of course, a lot of the film examines the Jim Crow South Grinch doesn’t set the bar any his apartment (above Carnegie Hall, no less), he sits before and the whole idea of “traveling while black.” The film’s title higher. For me, few things in this his potential employee on an elevated throne. His imperial refers to a publication called The Negro Motorist Green Book, world will ever top Jim Carrey’s comport—head raised high, posture perfect—signals to those which gave black travelers lists of establishments—mainly Grinch sitting alone in his cave, around him that he is regal and they’re underlings. restaurants and hotels—that would serve black clients. There eating broken glass. (“Am I just Tony, in need of a job and with Christmas approaching, were actually “sundowner towns” in the South where black eating because I’m bored?”) But reluctantly agrees to work for Don, and along the way they learn to people were subject to arrest if they were within city limits this one is still enjoyable enough look past their initial judgments of one another and truly see the after sunset. What a sad time in American history, but thank in my opinion, and I think that will other’s worth as a man. In fact, their very different interpretations god for films like this to remind us of our past. It only skims the ring true for children and families 33 of manhood also transform over the course of the story. surface of 1960s race problems, but more importantly, it tells especially. I definitely laughed I couldn’t help but grow to like them both, even though they a poignant and uplifting story that suggests we can do better. more than I thought I would, even couldn’t be more different. I liked them even more at the ends (130 min.) without the glass eating. (86 of their respective character arcs. —Glen Starkey min.) The performances also help the film shine, and I wouldn’t —Caleb Wiseblood be at all surprised to see one or both men nominated for Best THE GRINCH Actor. Mortensen has proven himself a chameleon, who in my What’s it rated? PG MARY POPPINS book became a star under director David Cronenberg in A History RETURNS LONDON CALLING: Hester Shaw (Hera Hilmar) works to stop London, a mobile predator city, of Violence and Eastern Promises. Appaloosa, The Road, Captain What’s it worth? Matinee from destroying everything in its path, in Mortal Engines. Fantastic—he’s got an amazing range. He packed on a lot of Where’s it showing? Movies Lompoc, Parks Plaza What’s it rated? PG weight to play Tony, a voracious eater with a thick accent. He’s Co-directors Yarrow Cheney (The Secret Life of Pets) Where’s it showing? (Starts Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, and Rodney Rothman twice been nominated for a Best Actor Oscar. Maybe this is his year. PICK and Scott Mosier helm this animated adaptation 12/19) Movies Lompoc, Parks Plaza NEW co-direct this animated action-adventure that Ali’s breakout performances was in 2016’s Moonlight, for of the classic Dr. Seuss story, narrated by Pharrell Williams, Rob Marshall (Chicago, Memoirs of a Geisha, Pirates takes place in the Marvel multiverse. Miles Morales (voiced which he won Best Actor in a Supporting Role, but he’s been about a grumpy curmudgeon, the Grinch (voiced by Benedict NEW of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, Into the Woods) by Shameik Moore) becomes the Spider-Man of his version of amazing in The Place Beyond the Pines and Free State of Jones. Cumberbatch), who plans to ruin Whoville’s Christmas. Along directs this sequel to the 1964 classic about a magical nanny reality, then crosses into a parallel universe where he teams up You’re really seeing two master actors at the top of their game, the way, the Grinch encounters various inhabitants of the town who helps two neglected children reconnect with their father. with other realities’ Spider-Men and a Spider-Woman to stop an and they have a wonderful chemistry between them. including Cindy-Lou Who (Cameron Seely), her mother Donna This time around, Mary Poppins (Emily Blunt) returns to the evil that threatens all realities. (117 min.) Tony’s son Nick Vallelonga is one of the screenwriters, and in Who (Rashida Jones), and Mr. Bricklebaum (Kenan Thompson). Banks family children who are now adults. Michael Banks (Ben —Glen Starkey Whishaw) lives with his three children—Anabel (Pixie Davies), John (Nathanael Saleh), and Georgie (Joel Dawson)—and Rhys) Jennings, a married couple in THE AMERICANS their housekeeper, Ellen (Julie Walters), in the same house on WIDOWS Washington, D.C., serving as undercover What’s it rated? R When? 2013-2018 Cherry Tree Lane. With encouragement by Michael’s sister, Jane spies for the Soviet Union under the What’s it worth? Full price What’s it rated? TV-MA guise of their cookie-cutter American (Emily Mortimer), and the help of lamplighter, Jack (Lin-Manuel Miranda), Mary helps the new set of Banks children find the joy Where’s it showing? Hi-Way Drive-In Where’s it available? Amazon Prime, domestic life. Created by a former CIA missions are reactive to these events, in life. (130 min.) Co-writer Steve McQueen (Hunger, Shame, 12 Years a iTunes, YouTube, Google Play agent, Joe Weisberg, the series skillfully as are the efforts of the FBI, portrayed threads together a complex and layered —Glen Starkey PICK Slave) directs this crime drama about Veronica (Viola hat do you get when you combine most intimately through Beeman. It Davis), Alice (Elizabeth Debicki), Linda (Michelle Rodriguez), the Cold War, undercover story that parallels the agents of two all makes for adrenaline-pumping world powers on U.S. soil during an MORTAL ENGINES and Belle (Cynthia Erivo), who must team up to pull off a heist Wespionage, and marital strife? drama. Weisberg does an admirable after three of their husbands are killed on a botched job and a The Americans, a gripping spy thriller escalation in the Cold War. job of exciting without rushing or What’s it rated? PG-13 The year is 1981, and we meet crime boss demands payment. series on FX that follows Elizabeth overdramatizing, which helps the show’s Where’s it showing? Movies Lompoc Elizabeth and Philip in the middle of a I love a good heist film, but Widows ups the ante with (Keri Russell) and Philip (Matthew bingeability and believability. Christian Rivers directs this post-apocalyptic fantasy risky mission for the motherland—to a twisty script co-penned by Gillian Flynn (Gone Girl, Sharp Underneath all the hit jobs, bugging, adventure about a future in which London is a mobile PHOTO COURTESY OF FX kidnap a high-level Soviet defector from NEW Objects), taking on the dynamics of romance, gender hierarchy, deception, and politics, The Americans city that devours everything in its path. One woman, Hester the grasp of the FBI. The kidnapping government corruption, racism, and more. It’s tense, thrilling, is a brutally honest tale of marriage and Shaw (Hera Hilmar), joins forces with London outcast, Tom goes somewhat sideways, and they’re and completely engrossing. (129 min.)  family. It’s an odd, dark notion to have Natsworthy (Robert Sheehan), and the outlaw, Anna Fang forced to hold the man in the trunk —Glen Starkey of their car until scrutiny dies down. the Jennings, ruthless killers and Soviet (Jihae), to stop the city before it destroys what’s left of the nationals, as protagonists. Nonetheless world. (128 min.) Meanwhile, the Jennings are bewildered Sun movie reviews are compiled by New Times Senior Staff Writer the show aims to humanize the lives of —Glen Starkey to find out that they have a new Glen Starkey. Contact him at [email protected]. neighbor, FBI agent Stan Beeman (Noah the spies, as well as the U.S. agents trying to stop them. It seems like the Emmerich). Beeman smells something RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET: WRECK- PHOTO COURTESY OF MARVEL AND COLUMBIA PICTURES CORP. fishy about the couple, but he can’t goal is to illustrate what it might be like IT RALPH 2 substantiate his hunch. Right away, the to be these people, to be wrapped up in What’s it rated? foundation for dramatic tension of The a job and role that requires you to throw PG-13 Americans is set between these three away so much of your humanity. Nobody What’s it worth? Full price characters. in this show is completely moral (or Where’s it showing? Movies Lompoc, Parks Plaza Each episode reveals more and more even close to it), but all are relatively Co-directors Phil Johnson and Rich Moore about the Jennings’ backstory—when believable human beings. PICK (Wreck-It Ralph, Zootopia) helm this animated they were deployed to the U.S. from The Americans runs six seasons sequel in which Ralph (voiced by John C. Reilly) and Russia, how they were forced into and its finale aired earlier this year. All Vanellope von Schweetz (voiced by Sarah Silverman) a marriage of duty, and how they’re have received critical acclaim. I’m only follow a wifi router in their home arcade, Litwak’s Family UNDERCOVER: The Americans raising their two kids as normal finishing up Season 1, and aside from a Fun Center, to explore a strange new world: the internet. chronicles the suspenseful lives of Americans completely in the dark about couple duds with so-so storylines, most (112 min.) Soviet spies Philip (Matthew Rhys) and their true identities. The plot is loosely episodes are well-conceived and feature —Caleb Wiseblood Elizabeth (Keri Russell) Jennings as they structured around the events of actual strong performances from the three navigate escalating tensions between history, starting with the assassination leads and the myriad guest characters. SPIDEY SENSES: In this new animated adventure, Spider-Men and a attempt of President Ronald Reagan (six seasons, 45-min. episodes)  SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE U.S. and Russia in the early 1980s. What’s it rated? PG Spider-Woman from different realities team up to stop a common foe, and its fallout. The Jennings’ espionage —Peter Johnson in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Where’s it showing? Parks Plaza

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www.santamariasun.com • December 13 - December 20, 2018 • Sun • 33 [email protected] FOOD PHOTOS BY JOE PAYNE “Theo” Stephan’s farm stand property with a welcoming shine. It was one of her regular Taste the olive Lady of Los Olivos appreciation nights for her olive oil club Check out Global Gardens at 2450 Alamo Pintado Road, members, of whom I have been happily counted Los Olivos. They do olive oil tastings from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Theodora Stephan’s Global for a solid 10 years. Thursdays through Mondays. More info: (805) 686-4111 or The visiting members lined up for drinks, or globalgardensonline.com. 34 Gardens produces olive oils to pick up or purchase oil or vinegar at the cash register, and crowded around the large table fi lled oil. … It’s on the north side of Crete, it’s called grown and pressed in the with Stephan’s mediterranean-inspired spread. the Kolumvari region.” heart of the Central Coast Crackers, cheese, spiced nuts, salads, bread, olives, Longtime Global Gardens members such as and glistening baklava were all there for the taking. myself are well acquainted with the scope and BY JOE PAYNE The protein that stole the show that night variety Stephan has in her oils (we haven’t even t was already dark just before 6 p.m. as we was the chicken salad, which included Global approached the vinegars yet, but we’ll get there). cruised down the rural Los Olivos road, but Garden’s Greek spice blend on the grilled chicken The olive oil tastings you can get regularly LOCAL FLAVOR: Global Gardens sells nine varieties of olive thankfully it was glowing at Global Gardens. along with artichoke hearts, olive oil, and cherry at Global Gardens are as informative as they I oil, including two imports and the rest grown in orchards in tomatoes from her garden, Stephan said. are tasty. They’re perfect for in between wine The long, pale branches of the olive trees Los Olivos, Santa Ynez, Los Alamos, and Paso Robles. there were festooned with bright holiday “I used the Kalamata [oil], the Greek tasting rooms or a Santa Ynez Valley day trip, lights, wreathing the picnic area of Theodora Kalamata, because it’s the best value and it’s also and free for members. the fruitiest,” she explained. If you’re lucky, you’ll get Stephan to lead your “The tomatoes are so tart and tasting, explaining all the different characteristics the char on the chicken and of her oils, what she likes to use them for, and just the viscosity of it is just how she combines them with her other products. the best. You get to know the different varietals over “And the Greek spice time, like the difference between the Koroneiki blend,” she added, “I mean, and the Ascolano, where the trees are from, and I’m Greek, so I have to go different fl avor profi les. Also, the infused oils are Greek.” to die for. The basil-infused oil has such a bright Stephan fi rst moved to bouquet, whereas the blood-orange-infused olive the Central Coast in the oil sweetens the oil with its rosy fl avor, and don’t mid-1990s, bringing along get me started on the Lisbon lemon! with her hundreds of olive No, it’s too late. Here’s an illustration of trees from her parents’ home how perfect Stephan’s oils are: One of the PERFECT CRUNCH: Theodora Stephan substituted her country of Greece. She fi rst quickest dishes to disappear from her table Lisbon lemon-infused olive oil into a focaccia recipe, and learned how to press olive oil that night was a focaccia bread that she said she the results were fl avorful. “I’d like to fold some of my spice in Greece, Stephan explained, made from a simple internet recipe with one blends into it next time,” she said. with a friendly olive oil family substitution: her Lisbon lemon-infused oil for from Crete. the regular extra virgin that the recipe calls for. She fi rst planted where the The result was a crispy, buttery foccacia with a farm stand is, in Los Olivos, sweet lemony fl avor. but Stephan also has trees But she also knows when an oil shouldn’t growing at orchards in Santa take the spotlight, like with the simple mixed Ynez, Los Alamos, and Paso green salad with persimmons, raspberries, Robles. This year marks her havarti, and a dressing including the Koroneiki 20th in business since her fi rst oil, which doesn’t overtake the ingredients, but harvest in 1998, also when she insteads unifi es and enhances them. started Global Gardens. That could very well be the guiding Still close to her roots philosophy behind her method for mixing in Greece, Stephan sources spices as well. They don’t lean too heavily from the same family for on any one ingredient, and instead create a her two only import oils, balanced synergy. A perfect example were she said, and more, pointing the spiced nuts she had available, including to the oil-cured olives that Greek spice blend-dusted almonds, which are a sparkled from the white bowl delicious snack unto themselves. on the table. “The Greek spice blend, it’s everything “They’re from the same Greek,” Stephan explained. “It’s dill and nutmeg property that the Kalamata and white pepper and garlic and a little bit of SUMPTUOUS SPREAD: Global Gardens club members were invited to enjoy a fantastic olives are from,” she said. Mediterranean sea salt and Greek oregano.” ORCHARD OWNER: Global Gardens owner Theodora “Theo” mediterranean-inspired medley of dishes prepared with their olive oils, vinegars, and “It’s a single property cultivar Stephan greets visitors at a special event for club members spice blends. for the olives and the olive EATS continued page 36 on Nov. 30 at her Los Olivos farm stand and property.

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EATS from page 34 included one thick middle layer of filo dough, a bit of a family tradition, Stephan said. CONGRATS TO US! “I like the chewy aspect of it instead of just It’s when you combine her spices and her oils that you start to get a clearer picture of the nuts and the filo,” she said. “I’ve modified Stephan’s culinary vision. Her cookbooks, it quite a bit over the years. My mother was a Our editorial departments won some of which there are several, detail a style of butter person, but she was the best baker. … food and lifestyle she calls Caliterranean, She actually made her own filo.” which combines Mediterranean cuisine with That kind of respectful reverence for hand California News Publishers Association awards! making filo dough informs the quality of Global California-grown food and a mindset that Gardens oils. Members see (and taste) that prizes healthy and organic living. 36 Stephan puts in the work to produce her boutique But it’s not all salads at Theo’s place, either. New Times · 1st Place, Santa Maria Sun · Santa Maria Sun · 3rd Place, line of organic oils and vinegars (I guess we didn’t Public Service Journalism 1st Place, Columns In-Depth Reporting Another star dish that night was the baklava, have time for those after all), which are their own “Sexual Assaults in “Protect the plain: The Carrizo which included a combination of her blood- reward in quality, not to mention the value you get “Generation X-It” orange-infused olive oil (a lot of it) with a Plain National Monument is through a membership. San Luis Obispo” By Rebecca Rose healthy dash of Global Gardens Dream Dust, under review by the federal And the parties, of course, are fun too. By Chris McGuinness, which is a lot of things, Stephan explained. “I’m really full of gratitude for still being here,” Peter Johnson government” “It’s a little sexy,” she said. “It’s 100 percent Santa Maria Sun · 2nd Place Stephan said. “I wouldn’t be here without my club By Camillia Lanham rainforest cacao, so it’s bitter, and then we add members. … It’s our personal annuity. I’m a single New Times · 2nd Place, Coverage of Local Government madagascar vanilla, a little bit of nutmeg, clove, mom; it’s how I sent my kids to college.”  Agricultural Reporting “Failure to communicate: With Santa Maria Sun · Finalist, cardamom, and I think it’s the vanilla that really brings the balance to that.” “Sucking Air” the city's fi nancial future in Coverage of Business News Managing Editor Joe Payne also lost time to The sweetness of the blood orange oil got mention his favorite, the walnut oil. 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