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Volume 7 • Issue 48 • August 8 – 14, 2013 YOUR COMMUNITY IN YOUR HANDS Good Earth Nicola Allegretta will be part of the Central Coast Grown demonstration farm in SLO. See story below. Photo by Christopher Gardner We Still Grow That Here By Camas Frank A fter spending four years organizing a deal that gave them two decades of access to some of the last farmland inside the City of San Luis Obispo, the non-profit organization Central Coast Grown (CCG) is right on schedule with the really hard work. With the goal to “create a fully functional demonstration farm within the city’s agricultural preserve,” progress is being made toward having the fields in production by fall. In July, they made the first on-site development progress with the drilling of an agricultural well on the property, which occupies approximately 25 acres off of Highway 101 and Calle Joaquin Road. The well allows for standard irrigation of the property and clears the way for the Taxes Made Easy Man Arrested in Downtown Crash By Camas Frank E very year, the County of San Luis Obispo’s Assessor’s Office spends thousands of dollars and an unknown number of manhours simply modifying form templates, printing out and mailing them. Once staff here has proper letterhead and fields filled out for the 100 or so bureaucratic forms the California State Board of Equalization provides for all 58 counties in the state to use, they then have to enter the returned taxpayer and property value assessments into a State computer database. At least that was the plan until March 2013, when Orange County Assessor Webster Guillory was credited with spearheading a program to cut out the middleman. No longer would the same piece of paper be needlessly mass distributed, returned then retyped. The concept of an “E-forms Portal,” in this See Grow, page 7 See Taxes, page 7 S an Luis Obispo police arrested a local man for suspicion of felony drunken driving after a two-car crash at Santa Rosa and Monterey streets Saturday afternoon. According to a news release by Sgt. Janice Goodwin, police and firefighters were dispatched to the crash at 4:30 p.m. A silver Honda Odyssey minivan had collided with a black Cadillac CTS. Fire and San Luis Ambulance paramedics treated the driver of the minivan who suffered a cut to her upper left arm. The minivan was also occupied by four minor children who were uninjured in the collision, said Sgt. Goodwin. Police investigated the crash and determined that the driver of the Cadillac, Colton M. Porter, 25 of San Luis Obispo was heading southbound and the minivan was going eastbound on See Crash, page 7 INSIDE INFORMATION A King by Any Other Name page 5 Endowment for Cuesta page 6 TOLOSA PRESS Bread Heads page 10 In the Know page 11 Tolosa Press • ON the MARKET August 8 – 14, 2013 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION What Buyers Really Want O verall factors in a buyer’s decision on where to buy their home is quality of the neighborhood, convenience to their jobs, and affordability. Under fifty percent of buyers report that the school district is a top factor in choosing their neighborhood. However, this percentage is lower than it was a a couple of years ago. The number of buyers concerned about the overall neighborhood has also gone down. The typical buyer today is planning to live in their home for fifteen years. This is definitely up from a few years ago in when that same question was asked. Then the typical buyer planned to live in the home ten years. When I started my real estate career more than 30 years ago, the typical time that a buyer stayed in a home was five to seven years. Could this mean that as a whole, people are beginning to view stability as a better goal, rather than becoming a real estate tycoon overnight? I believe that the recession was a reality check for all of us. Maybe everyone was not seriously affected by the recession, but we all knew people who were. All of a sudden, our homes didn’t look so bad with a little repair here and little remodel there. According to the latest reports, more married couples are buying, while the number of single buyers purchasing a home this past year has lowered. That number is probably down because of tighter credit standards when getting a mortgage. Navigating the real estate process is a complicated process. If you want to have a good experience whether purchasing your first or your next home, be sure to choose a realtor who truly is a professional rather than the guy or gal next door or someone you know who has a real estate license. There are great realtors to choose from in your marketplace. Be sure to choose a good one. Nancy Puder is the owner/ broker of Signature Properties, a prestigious real estate firm in Arroyo Grande, CA. If you have questions concerning your real estate needs, you may contact Nancy at Nancy@ NancyPuder.com or (805) 710-2415. She always enjoys hearing from you! SLO City News • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SCN 3 4 SCN • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SLO City News SLO City News Send us your letters and submissions for the Opinion page to [email protected] or 615 Clarion Ct., Ste. #2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Letters and articles may be edited for grammar and length. • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SCN OPINION Good to Be King What’s in a Name By King Harris W ell, it’s time to call Joanie Arbuckle again. Joanie and I talk to each other at least once a year, and that is always on Aug. 12, the day both of us were born in the year 1946, not long after WWII ended, when every husband, who, if he wasn’t a father already, returned from the battlefield (my dad with the Navy in the South Pacific; her dad with the Navy in Europe) with a strong desire to start a family. It’s no wonder maternity wards all over the country were so busy that year in hospitals like Stanford in Palo Alto where Joanie and I were delivered. It’s always been a matter of contention as to who came first, as we were born just seconds apart, but Joanie and I have left that question up to our parents, who always seemed to have more fun with the issue that, to this day, has never been resolved. Joanie and I have never really cared; we’re just happy that we’re able to Mary Gardner publisher [email protected] Bret Colhouer executive sales manager [email protected] Christopher Gardner executive editor [email protected] Neil Farrell managing editor Bay News [email protected] Claire Flaherty office manager Theresa-Marie Wilson managing editor Coast News [email protected] Romany Waters art director Jack Beardwood sports editor [email protected] C. Milo graphic designer Anne Bussone graphic designer Camas Frank reporter [email protected] Kathrene Tiffin copy editor Advertising talk to one another after all these years. If Joanie calls me up, she’ll refer to me as Nicky, the name I grew up with. Nicky was my nickname. I was born as King Harris, Jr. My grandmother on my father’s side was Lucie King. She named her second son King. Then I came along. What to do with my name? Lucie preferred King, Jr. My mother’s mother preferred Nicholas, after the Russian czar. It wasn’t until some clever or inebriated person in the family suggested this: “Why not name him King, Jr., but call him Nick, because if you turn King around to Gnik, and make the G silent, you have NIK, or Nick. Then you appease both sides of the family.” I, of course, had no say in the matter, and grew up using the name Nicky instead of King, my real name, which was fine by me as there was, number 1, already a King in the family, my dad, and, number 2, King would be a joke to my peers, as it was many times anyway. I went through college using Nick, but decided to return back to King because of a discussion I had with my roommate during the Vietnam War. One night he had asked me, “What is it you don’t like about your father? I mean, why don’t you call yourself King instead of Nick?” “I don’t know,” I replied. “Probably because King was a bit too much. You get teased a lot. So growing up with a first name like King isn’t a lot of fun. But I don’t think it has anything to do with how I feel about my dad.” “Well, I like it, it’s unique,” he said, “and I think you should start using it.” It was a good time to start, I thought, after spending a year away overseas, although most people, including my entire family, will forever call me Nick or Nicky. By the time I got into broadcasting in 1976, my moniker was King, which perturbed my father somewhat. “So now that you’re entering radio and television, you start using my name!” he would and did exclaim. “I would appreciate it if you tacked on the junior because it’s not me behind the mike and I don’t want people to get confused and think it’s me when it’s really not.” “You’ll get over it, Dad,” I responded, and added, “after all, it was you who gave me the name in the first place, and I can’t go on the air as King Harris, Jr. That would be, well, sort of juvenile.” So throughout much of my broadcasting career, much of it in television as a news anchor and reporter, I was known as King Harris. If there was an advantage of having a first name like King in the business I was in, I was guaranteed that if I sent an audition tape off to another TV station that the powers that be would look at it even if they weren’t seeking new talent. Headhunters, general managers or news directors would always be curious as to what a king looked like, whether or not he was a minority, and what kind or person would be arrogant or pretentious enough to name himself King? The disadvantage is that the name wouldn’t play in most parts of the country, particularly the Midwest in places like Tulsa, not that I ever wanted to go there in the first place. The coasts were more forgiving I thought, until one experienced female headhunter from New Jersey saw my tape and said, “Honey, you’re a nice looking boy but a king you are not. And get rid of the glasses.” As I get older, more people have accepted my name, the younger crowd especially, who thinks it’s way cool. Starbucks I have to say stumbles a bit when I order coffee. “What’s your first name?” “King.” “Ken.” “No, King.” “Kim.” “No, King, as in queen.” Even some barista’s don’t even get that. Sometimes my cup looks like a novel has been written on it. When I call Joanie on Aug. 12, I’ll say, “Hi, happy birthday, this is King!” And she’ll say, “Many happy returns to you, too, Nicky!” Either way, she’ll know who I am. ✤ Charles Gerencser Carrie Vickerman [email protected] [email protected] Tyler Martina [email protected] Contributing Writers and Photographers Teri Bayus Walter Lynn Collett Michael Gunther King Harris Vivian Krug Evanne Mingori Betsey Nash Paul Orfalea SLO Nightwriters Randy Steiger Dean Zatkowsky SLO City News is a publication of Tolosa Press, Inc., Copyright 2007– 2013 all rights reserved. One free copy per person. Additional copies can be obtained at our offices 615 Clarion Court, #2, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401. Tolosa Press makes every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy of its contents. Please notify us if information is incorrect. phone (805) 543-6397 • fax (805) 543-3698 615 Clarion Ct., #2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 www.tolosapress.com Call 543-NEWS Focal Point By Christopher Gardner 5 6 SCN • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SLO City News COMMUNITY A First for Cuesta Nursing Program C uesta College has made history in the California Community College world, with the establishment of the first-ever endowed division chair position. Called “The Ada Irving ‘Caring for Nursing’ Division Chair,” has been funded through the Ada Irving Nursing Endowment Fund. The endowment ensures “the faculty position, even in challenging economic times, and is the first endowment created to establish a faculty chair at Cuesta College, and the second in the history of the California Community College system,” reads a press release from Cuesta. “We feel a tremendous amount of fulfillment and appreciation knowing that this essential position will be here no matter what,” said Nursing and Allied Health Director, Marcia Scott. “This position is crucial to ensuring that our program stays current in the nursing industry, which in turn guarantees that our faculty are teaching the most up-to-date practices and information, and in turn means our students will be the best of the best in the nursing field.” The late Ada Callahan Irving, a registered nurse for more than 70 years, a Cambria resident and longtime supporter of Cuesta, previously provided a generous donation through the college’s foundation in 1991 setting up the Ada Irving Nursing Endowment Fund. Her intent was to provide the utmost caring for students who were preparing to go into nursing. The trust from the estate has made annual gifts to the college. Irving passed away in 1999 and today the Mrs. Ada S. Irving Trust is valued at more than $1 million. The endowment agreement has two parts: the first was fulfilled in 1996 with the naming of the Human Development and Nursing building in her honor. The second part states that when the annual gifts to the college from the trust reaches a level, which can support the position of a nursing division chair. “Ada was extraordinarily forwardthinking; her love for Cuesta was so deep that she wanted to ensure our students would be supported for all time,” said current Cuesta College Board of Trustees member Barbara George, who was director of the college’s foundation when the endowment was established. “I am so thrilled that this has come to fruition and it is another example of Cuesta College being a premier institution.” The college commemorated the gift with a plaque in the Allied Health and Nursing building. In the photo, Marcia Scott holds a portrait of Ada Irving. ✤ SLO City News • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SCN NEWS Grow, from page 1 farm’s first long-term farmer to start production as well as showing guests the ropes (or rows). The demonstration farm is an educational enterprise, after all. Jenna Smith, CCG executive director, said that’s partially why it was so difficult to choose a farmer to take over 17 of the 21 arable acres on the site. Nicola Allegretta, of Mama’s Meatballs Restaurant in San Luis Obispo, fit the bill though. “Nicola found us after our request for proposals in January and his vision for the site was almost exactly the same as ours,” Smith said. “He’s interested in maintaining a very dynamic, community-oriented mindset that brings people into the local food cycle.” CCG fielded a number of applicants, but as Smith pointed out, most farmers are far too busy trying to make a living to worry about school field trips and tours tromping around their land, let alone taking on apprentices to show the next generation how it’s done. In announcing the five-year lease between Allegretta and CCG, the organization summed up the choice by saying he shares the “passion for local, handcrafted food, and will be serving the produce he grows at City Farm in his restaurant just three miles away.” With Allegretta’s organic farm (a good selling point for a local restaurant) taking up 17 acres, the CCG has plans to divide the remaining four acres into smaller plots for families and individuals getting into agriculture. The CCG has eight people in a working group that meets to develop educational program goals and directing the focus for the next phase of the project. “It’s an ongoing creative project,” Smith said. “We want to get people out there and teach them how their food is grown and how it can be grown locally.” With that in mind, the organization is keeping their ears to the ground on how the City’s Land Use and Circulation Element review will affect the property. With the possibility that slated development could mean extending roads across edges of the property, ongoing development underscores the reasons CCG is actively seeking community involvement. “I certainly hope that our immediate neighbors remain agricultural. It’s all prime soil,” Smith said, adding, “There isn’t that much left.” ✤ Taxes, from page 1 case for the collection, storage and maintenance of assessment information, isn’t exactly new. The San Luis Obispo office already uses a similar system that allows for business property filings. What is new is that between March 1, when the system “went live,” and now, 55 California counties have signed on. San Luis Obispo County was lucky number 55, after review by the San Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors July 16. “This is a really good program,” said Preston McKelvy, assessment manager with the county. “This cuts down mailing and time significantly. Yes, we will still send forms to people that need them, but for the people that use our system the most, it’s very efficient.” Aside from cutting out the mailing, for which the County gets a bulk rate discount on but still pays quite a bit (exact figures were unavailable), the system is supposed to save time for the people whose wealth is really on the line. “Security is foremost in this process, obviously. All submissions are electronically signed with a time and date stamp,” McKelvy explained, noting that the Orange County office maintains the secure connection. What that means for the user, many of whom already fill out PDF forms online to print, is that they don’t have to waste a lot of energy answering questions the State already has on file from past years. “You can recall your information and make any changes for this year,” he said. “It’s a much cleaner process.” The E-form Portal will still be in the development stage through June 2016. San Luis Obispo County has agreed to pay $1,300 for the first two years and $600 for the last. After that, maintenance costs might run $1,000 annually. ✤ Crash, from page 1 Monterey with a green light. According to Goodwin, Porter allegedly failed to stop at the red light and smashed into the side of the minivan. Both vehicles had to be towed from the scene and the driver of the minivan was transported to Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center for treatment, said Goodwin. Porter was given a sobriety test and was arrested for suspicion of felony DUI causing injury and booked into County Jail. ✤ 7 8 SCN • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SLO City News POLICE BLOTTER San Luis Obispo Police Logs Aug. 2 • Oops: A burglar alarm went off at 3:15 a.m. at the Elks Lodge on the 2200 block of Elks Ln., but officers decided it malfunctioned. Then at 6:08 a.m. they were called back to the lodge and took a report for attempted burglary. Aug. 1 • Abuse: Police last week started six new cases of suspected child abuse right here in Happytown, USA. • Welfare check: A citizen called at 7:47 a.m. from the 1100 block of Oceanaire St., and said she could hear a girl screaming “I hate you!” but couldn’t tell who the Banshee was screaming at, though her mother might top the list. • Sex: Police are investigating a report of attempted rape on the 3000 block of Higuera St. • Alcohol: A citizen called at 8:24 a.m. to report four transient men were sitting on a bench at Meadow Park swilling hooch. One 43-year-old early riser had a warrant and went to the hoosegow. • 9-1-1: Police received a 9-1-1 call from an elderly woman on the 1700 block of Prefumo Canyon Rd., who wanted to report a billing problem with American Express, as the card no doubt left home without her. • Mental health: Police got a call at 11:30 a.m. from the 1100 block of Laurel Ln., where a man said he was listening to music off the Internet when his computer suddenly, and without explanation, popped over to a kiddie porn Website. • Assist: Police got a call for help at noon from City Public Works to help them deal with a busted water main at Mill and Santa Rosa. PW wanted PD to move some cars PDQ so they could R&R the line. • Shrew: Police were called at 4 p.m. to the 3300 block of Bullock St., for a report of a woman screaming and throwing things about. No arrests were made in the taming of the shrew. • Burglary: A business on the 100 block of Suburban Ln., got ripped off. And in the 300 block of Grand Ave., a resident said two bikes were stolen from his or her house at about 4:25 p.m. • Alcohol: Someone reported a stumblebum carrying on at Mission Plaza at 5:55 p.m. Logs indicated police contacted a 51-year-old regular customer and arrested the lush for suspicion of being drunk and bench warrants, so this isn’t his first rodeo. • Trespassing: Police were called at 7:48 p.m. to the Subway Sandwich Shop on the 3200 block of Broad St., because a transient woman was inside yelling at customers and refusing to leave. Officers spoke with the troublesome wretch and sent her packing. • Smoked: A woman at Meadow Park called at 8:22 p.m. to report a suspicious man wearing a dark hoodie was in the park, and he was smoking a cigarette, also called a San Looney felony. Naturally, the dude was gone when police arrived. • Vandalism: Police responded to Union Bank on the 1100 block of Morro St., where some scoundrel had pulled the tire valve on a 2006 RAV, license plate “GOTCRAB” no doubt leaving the owner a bit crabby. • Burglary: A citizen on the 1100 block of Orcutt Rd., called at 11 p.m. to report a burglary. Logs indicated the thieves broke in through the kitchen window and the loss was two cats, but the call was deemed unfounded, as the neighbor apparently had the cats. • Alcohol: Police responded at 1 a.m. to the 700 block of Higuera for a report of some croaked fellow upsetting the lily pad at the Frog & Peach Pub. The 26-year-old Gemini had his twins tossed to the nick. Then at 3 a.m. they went to a disturbance on the 500 block of Marsh St., and arrested 31-year-old lady carouser for being trashed in public. • Assault: Police responded at 11:58 p.m. to Higuera and Nipomo for a reported disturbance. Logs indicated a 34-year-old man was arrested for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon. The victim in the case reportedly had “facial injuries” and assuming the attacker doesn’t work at the fire department he might get some jail time. of Murray St., and made the mistake of wandering past the caller’s house. He was gone and she was advised to go back to sleep. • Theft: Someone at an apartment complex on the 1500 block of El Tigre called at 5:10 a.m. to report seeing a man with a crowbar inside the laundry room about 15 minutes earlier. Naturally, he was gone when they arrived. July 31 • Sleeper: Police were called at 7:30 a.m. to the 1000 block of Higuera for a report of a transient man sleeping next to the unfortunately named, Stallwork Construction. The 51-year-old slacker had warrants and was checked into the Parkinson Plaza. • Vandalism: A house on the 1200 block of Murray St., was vandalized. • Treed: Some tree hugger called at 11:23 a.m. to complain that two men were stapling flyers to trees at Higuera and Garden. • Smoked: Police were called at 11:30 a.m. to the 900 block of Higuera because some guy lit up a stogie outside H&G Clothing store, a case of somebody get a rope. • Burglary: A citizen called at 11:54 a.m. to report that their home on Breck Street was burglarized but to meet them at Luna Red, which is on Chorro Street, as work stops for no one, even crime victims. • Alcohol: Police were called at 12:25 p.m. to the 500 block of Higuera at Fidelity National Title because two transient men were passed out on the side of the building. One 50-year-old snoozer was hauled to the gaol for public drunkenness and criminal contempt — he was awaiting trial on another case when he committed this foul. Then at 2:09 p.m. they went to the Albertson’s at Toro and Pismo for another report of some guy passed out behind the store. He was dusted off and let go. • Trespassing: A woman on Balboa Street complained for the second time in two days about a trio of collegeaged skateboarders riding around the parking lot at C.L. Smith School. • Crash: Police and paramedics responded at 3:53 p.m. to a vehicle vs. bicycle injury accident at California and Palm. No word on the extent of the rider’s injuries. • Smoked: Again the vigilante of Meadow Park called to report a 40-something guy was smoking a cigarette in the park. Police couldn’t find the hooligan puffer. • Suspicious: A citizen on the 600 block of Patricia St., called at 6:55 p.m. to report a transient man had walked between her house and the neighbor’s home about 20 minutes ago. Police tried real hard to find the guy, no word on why she waited so long to call. • Alarm: A burglar alarm went off at 9 p.m. on the 1300 block of Madonna Rd., at Sleep Fit. The alarm company canceled it, so go back to bed. • Campers: Sacramento Street seems to be the new homeless RV park, as police got three late-night complaints about people sleeping in a motor home, a trailer and one guy asleep in his car. • Busted: A suspicious citizen called at 1:34 a.m. from the area of Archer and Marsh to report two people asleep in a turquoise Saturn. Logs indicated police roused a 48-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman and arrested them both for suspicion of possessing drug paraphernalia, their stash apparently already gone up in smoke. • Disturbances: Police got a call at 2 a.m. of a large group of morons breaking glass in the street at Chorro and Palm. Then at 2:13 a.m. they got a report of eight drunken idiots fighting in the street at Beach and Buchon, as the future leaders get tuned up once more. • Welfare check: Police got a report at 4:15 a.m. of a man wearing a flannel shirt walking in the 1100 block July 30 • Assault: Police responded at 7:22 a.m. to Hayward Lumber on the 200 block of Higuera, where a store employee said some ruffian customer punched him and then had the nerve to stick around and no doubt expects good service, too, another fine example that the customer is never right. • Suspicious: Police got a call at 10:22 a.m. from a woman at the library at Palm and Osos who said she was raped in Atascadero and her rapist was now at the library, which sounds like a plot to a creepy movie. • Welfare check: Police were asked to check the welfare of someone on the 4200 block of Higuera at a medical marijuana doctor’s office. Logs indicated they were OK, and no doubt feelin’ groovy. • Theft: An apparently inattentive citizen called from the City/County Library to report that his or her bike was stolen a month ago. • Drunks: Police were called at 1:30 p.m. to the area of Osos and Pacific for a report of four transient men sitting on a parking lot wall drinking booze. At 3 p.m. they got a report from Pacific and Garden of a man sitting on the sidewalk drinking beer and puking in the gutter, which seems like a waste of good booze. • Dine-dash: Police were called at 3:42 p.m. to McClintock’s Saloon on the 600 block of Higuera after some scalawag dined and dashed out on the check. The 56-year old was arrested for suspicion of burglary, as he no doubt had moths flying out of his pockets. • Crash: Police and firefighters responded at 4 p.m. to the 1200 block of Archer St., after some guy fell asleep behind the wheel and hit a parked car in front of the Smiling Dog Yoga studio. No injuries were reported. • Panhandling: Police got a complaint at 4:33 p.m. about a man standing on LOVR at Froom Ranch Road holding a green neon, “Out of gas” sign. • Dispute: Police responded at 5 p.m. to the homeless shelter on Orcutt Road for a disturbance. Logs indicated a homeless man had thrown his homeless wife’s belongings out of their truck/home. An officer spoke to the husband of the year. • Medical: Police were called at 4:28 a.m. by a transient man who said his girlfriend overdosed on heroin under the creek bridge at Santa Rosa and Marsh Sts. July 29 • Vandalism: Police responded at 7:52 a.m. to a Marine recruitment office on the 3800 block of Broad St., for a report that someone had keyed a Marine’s car and the hunt is on, for to err is human, to forgive is divine but neither of which Is Marine Corps policy — oorah. • No hope: Police were called at 8:28 a.m. to the 400 block of Higuera St., for a report that a transient man covered with a tan jacket was asleep behind the Hope House, how’s that for a sense of irony. • Health care: Police got a call at 11:05 a.m. from the 600 block of Funston from a little old lady who called 9-1-1 because her home healthcare nurse wouldn’t leave. ✤ SLO City News • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SCN NEWS Eco Rotarians Take on the Five Cities By Theresa-Marie Wilson M other Earth has some new friends in the South County. The Rotary Club Five Cities-Eco is focused on community projects with the environment firmly in mind. “You have to be a good steward of the earth. What that means is you have to be good to the earth,” said Anita Shower Charter President of the Rotary Club of the Five Cities – Eco. “We really enjoy it when someone comes over and tells us how much they appreciate that we are recycling; that we are not putting everything back into the earth. It makes them very happy. The people that are saying that to us are doing the same thing at home. They are recycling at home and they usually have a compost bin. Also, when the cities are happy with our work it makes us happy. These Five Cities are really just one big community. We all have to work together.” Shower says she began putting pieces together to form the ecological minded club in August of 2011. She says the initial inspiration followed a presentation to the Rotary Club of Grover Beach by John Weiss of the Morro Bay EcoRotary Club - the third such club in the world. “When he was finished, I thought that is for me,” said Shower. “I thought ‘I want to do that. I want to do that right here, I don’t care how long it takes.’” By December 2012, the club was officially chartered and now boasts 29 dedicated core members and three honorary members including Pismo Beach Mayor Shelly Higginbotham, Assemblyman Katcho Achadjain, and 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill. “We have been working on zero waste projects since our first project in 2011,” Shower explained. That project was the Taste of Pismo, an annual event featuring mass quantities of food and wine form local businesses. The club’s next project was perhaps even bigger in scope. They worked the 4th of July event on the Pismo Beach Pier where attendees are seated on the pier and enjoy food and refreshments while watching the fireworks show. Three Club members worked for 22 hours each that day collecting trash and sorting items with zero waste in mind. “What that means is that nothing goes to the landfill,” said Shower. “We set up our own booths, tents and everything and we have a system for sorting the trash. This kind of eco club isn’t for everybody. This is how we become good stewards of the earth- by example. We sort all of the trash. Some of it goes to the recycling centers. Bottles and cans are turned in with the money going back to fund future club projects. Food left behind on plates is scraped into a bin and taken somewhere that it can be composted. When we are finished we hope that nothing goes to the landfill because we cannot keep this up. Digging a hole in the earth and burying what you don’t want is a ridiculous maneuver that we do.” Although officially a chartered club for only about 8 months, the eco-tarians have an impressive list of beautification and revitalization projects they can point to including painting the railings on the Pismo Pier. Club members also participate in the offshoot Gorgonzola Gardeners (Morro Bay is the Gorilla Gardeners) who put their efforts toward community landscaping. The active green-thumbs can be seen decked out in their bright yellow vests one Saturday a month doing upkeep on six streets in the Village of Arroyo Grande or working the grounds at the Grover Beach Community Library and the South County Skate Park as well as maintaining the Amtrak train station once a week. They will soon give an exterior makeover to the former Grover Beach Chamber of Commerce office by power washing the building and repainting it in an effort to help the city rent the space. The club also does work with the Price Historic House, Nipomo Beautiful and the 5Cities Homeless Coalition. “We are everywhere,” Shower said. “We have 21 standing projects and we have only been in existence officially since December. We have plans to continue to do what we are and do more and more of it. We get calls now; We don’t have to worry if we are going to have projects to do. We’ve got projects to do.” Future zero-waste projects include the Arroyo Grande Rotary Club Chili Cookoff at Biddle Park, the Grover Beach Stone Soup Music Festival and Street Faire, the Santa Marie Library’s upcoming birthday bash and the Exploration Station Chemistry of Cocktails fundraising event. Although most non-profits receive free zerowaste clean-up, the club charges a minimum of $100 per event depending on the number of hours required. The Rotary Club of the Five Cites – Eco meets from 6 -7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of the month at SLOCO Data at 1635 W. Grand Avenue in Grover Beach. “We are open to anyone who wants to join the club,” Shower said. “This is something for people who like to work outside. If you are a novice gardener or you are a pro; it doesn’t make any difference, we will take you on and show you what needs to be done. We don’t have any heavy machinery that people have to operate. It is just hands and feet, a good mind and a nice laugh.” For more information or to become a member of the Rotary Club of the Five Cities - ECO, contact Anita Shower at 489-9696. ✤ 9 10 SCN • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SLO City News DINNER & A MOVIE Breaking Bread Bakery By Teri Bayus S ometimes you need to take a break from the day and see a matinée movie. I always sense that same guilty pleasure like I did from cutting algebra class to feed the ducks. It is like you are getting away with something to take two hours out of the day and enjoy a movie. That feeling is intensified when you add a sugar-filled trip to a bakery before the show and smuggle in hot cookies to enjoy with the film. I discovered Breaking Bread Bakery when master chef Joe Seals began to wax poetically about their bread and cookies via the Facebook foodie page. Being a chef, it is a rare stint at a restaurant where everything Joe sampled was outstanding. I knew I had to try these delicacies. The battle cry had been sounded, because on my first visit I ran into another pismoite who was buying up one of everything to take back to her family by the sea. My cover blown, I ordered one of everything also and after two days, it was all gone and I had to return to Breaking Bread Bakery contentedly. My first bite delighted me and made the sugar star, my husband, elated. A chocolate chip potato chip cookie that used the potato chip instead of nuts was amazing, soft and crunchy and full of flavor. I then tried the house-made roasted peppers and caper bruschetta with a slice of pumpernickel bread. The bruschetta was chocked full of flavor and freshness, but that bread was the star. Moist and delectable, this pumpernickel was a heavy, slightly sweet rye bread traditionally made with coarsely ground rye and whole rye berries. We then had an egg salad sandwich on a French baguette and it was astounding in simplicity of ingredients while bursting with flavor. The soup was a black bean and sweet potato chili and it was flawlessness in a bowl. I talked to Mark Evans, the owner and chief baker, and he told me that he left his software job to become a baker, as handing people a loaf of bread always makes them smile where software never has that effect (unless it is Angry Birds). Mark is partnered with his wife, Glenna, and he told me that at Breaking Bread they understand that good food nurtures relationships, engages the spirit and fuels the body. They strive for the balance between delightful and healthy. They hit that goal every time. Now lets talk cookies, because these were the most delicious and inventive cookies I have tried. Mark told me during his studies at the College of Culinary Arts in Providence, Rhode Island they had weekly contests to see who could bake the best cookie and he often won with his ingenuity and flavor. My favorite was the cinnamon roll, a shortbread cookie swirled with sugar cinnamon goo. It was closely followed by the double chocolate cherry that was dense with cocoa and the sweetness of the cherry made this near perfection. Sensing I was a cookie monster, I was handed a hotfrom-the-oven peanut butter cookie that I swear he had ground his own peanuts to make. Mark explained that it was the quality of ingredients used in creative ways that made his baked goods stand out. Without giving out trade secrets, he explained little tips like chocolate muffin made moist with zucchini, instead of fat. Gary indulged with six muffins, going gooey for all flavors. He tried pina colada, peanut butter chocolate chip, carrot cake, the delectable banana chocolate chip and blueberry cornmeal. He said trying to pick a favorite was like saying which grandkid you liked the most. He loved them all equally. Our next visit was for breakfast and I had the strata (which is a layered brunch casserole dish, like a quiche) with egg, Black Forest ham, broccoli and cheddar cheese. My friend had the Mexican breakfast burrito with roasted sweet corn, black beans, red pepper, a Mexican cheese blend with scrambled eggs. The healthy muffins were called morning glory and consisted of whole grain and were low in fat. We also tried the new cherry almond muffin that blew our mind. They do a muffin rotation, so you never know what you are going to get, but this one was absolute perfection. Breads also rotate and can range from Vermont sourdough, six grain, 80% rye, and baguettes to challah, cranberry walnut and olive levain. My plan is to try every one. We left with two large French baguettes that my grandchildren instantly inhaled. Breaking Bread is a bakery café with pronounced breads, muffins and lunch items made fresh daily that you can share with friends without a crumb of guilt. Breaking Bread Bakery is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. They are located at 1074 Higuera St. in San Luis Obispo or call them at (805) 783-1074. Make sure you friend them on Facebook to get daily specials and updates. ✤ The Wolverine By Teri Bayus N adept at the fight scenes, she conveyed the right emotion when needed and had chemistry with Jackman. The brilliant Hiroyuki Sanada adds weight to the film as one of Wolverine’s adversaries. The plot was barely serviceable as the movie really focused on the characters. The whole world isn’t at stake and the movie takes a more intimate approach. Wolverine’s arc during the movie was quite interesting as he tried to deal with his past and find new meaning for his life. othing like a comic book movie staring a hot, talented actor to set your heart racing in the middle of the day (or maybe it was the four cookies). Either way, “The Wolverine” was a fast-paced ride that I adored. Hugh Jackman is back as the tough guy with a sense of humor and big heart (all encased in a beautiful chest). I can say I have loved every incarnation of this character, but this was by far the best movie featuring him. The script is admirable and develops the character in interesting ways, continuing and exploring themes from the X-Men films, yet you need not have seen even one of those films to enjoy this experience. The simple plot: In modern day Japan, Wolverine is out of his depth in an unknown world as he faces his ultimate nemesis in a life-or-death battle that will leave him forever changed. Vulnerable for the first time and pushed to his physical and emotional limits, he confronts not only lethal samurai steel but also his inner struggle against his own immortality, emerging more powerful than before. Japan was a cool setting for the movie and offered some good possibilities for misunderstandings as Wolverine’s grumpiness reigned supreme and funny. Loaded with new characters and X-men, I found a standout to be Mariko (Tao Okamoto) playing the This movie truly is an experience; thrilling and perfectly constructed. I believe it is all because of Hugh Jackman. He is Wolverine. He trains for the part, and his physique is stellar. Unlike other actors, Jackman has no problem returning to the role and building something new out of it. He is the only actor to appear in all of the X-Men movies playing Wolverine. I am to the point that I want to see a Hugh Jackman movie, no matter what it is. He has arrived as a great action star. damsel in distress role as well as Wolverine’s main love interest. Rila Fukushima does a pretty good job as Yukio for a first performance. Not only was she Teri Bayus can be reached at [email protected] or follow her writing and ramblings at www.teribayus. com. You can always friend her on Facebook to get her weird views and writing tips. ✤ Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 • 11 Central Coast Visitors’ Guide SAN LUIS OBISPO m Foru s ecord R Shopping Restaurants FORUM RECORDS is located inside the Sports Forum in downtown San Luis Obispo. We buy, sell and trade vintage vinyl records and turntables. We carry over 500 titles of new and used vinyl record including the Beatles, Stones, Dylan, The Who, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog, Wu-tang, Black Keys, Jack White, Pink Floyd and more. Open Daily 11am-6pm. 710 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo • (805) 543-8336 DICKEY’S BBQ In a town known for BBQ, Dickey’s is unique. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit prides itself on authenticity, innovation and barbecue sauce, one store at a time. With roots in Dallas, Travis Dickey set out to perfect Texas-style barbecue. The SLO location is close to Cal Poly and Downtown. Whatever you eat—you can always finish off your meal with a FREE soft serve ice cream dessert, and kids eat FREE on Sundays! 799 Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo • (805) 996-0005 ZOEY’S HOME CONSIGNMENT “Where you never know what you may find!” Zoey’s specializes in pre-owned furniture, home décor, jewelry, art and much more! Modern, retro, estate, vintage, recycled; you will find it all at Zoey’s! Browse their 4000 square foot store full of treasures. Many pieces are ready to go, others are waiting for your creative re-purposing ideas. Open Daily. 3566 S. Higuera, San Luis Obispo • (805) 596-0288 www.zoeyshomeconsignment.com PAPPY MCGREGOR’S has been voted by locals “Best Pub/Best Bar” every year it has been open. Our menu has been raved about by local food writers as “Not your average Pub Grub.” A daily happy hour, nightly specials, live music, dancing and sporting events all make up the weekly calendar. We’re known as the “Luckiest Place in Town” and besides, we’re closer than Dublin! Open Daily at 11am. 1865 Monterey Street, SLO (805) 543-5458 • www.pappymcgregors.com WHIZ KIDS toy store has been serving San Luis Obispo and it’s surrounding cities as Professional Toy Consultants for over 25 years. We carry high quality toys, books and activities for children that encourage creativity and skill building. We also carry many more items online, so come on in, give us a call or visit our website and let us help you choose the perfect gift for the child on your list! 3979 S. Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, next to Trader Joe’s (805) 547-1733 • www.whizkidsslo.com Facebook.com/whizkidsslo THE SPORTS FORUM is where the true sports fan shops. We have the largest selection of hats on the Central Coast. Come check out our jerseys, memorabilia and our newly remodeled San Luis Obispo Store. Now buying new and used vinyl records—come in and trade in your old records for cash. Facebook.com/thesportsforummerchandise. 231 Pomeroy, Suite E, Pismo Beach • (805) 773-0892 710 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo • (805) 543-8336 Cof fee & Treats OUTSPOKEN CAFÉ continues its tradition of extraordinary coffee and tea beverages, fruit smoothies, morning pastries and garden fresh soups, salads, and lunch specials. The heart of our café is the coffee. However, the soul of the café is the food. Lovingly created by Chef Victoria from the finest locally grown produce and the leanest of meats. Lunches are available for catering at your venue as well. 1422 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo • (805) 788-0885 www.outspokencafe.com Entertainment Galleries DREW DAVIS FINE ART is a hidden San Luis Obispo gem. Looking for art that’s local, modern, colorful, fresh and energetic? Open monthly for Art After Dark and by appointment only, visit this rustic art studio for a treat not to miss! Don’t forget to ask about fine art printing services for artists! 331 Pacific Ave, San Luis Obispo • (805) 234-2302 www.drewdavis.com CREEKY TIKI is a locally owned restaurant and bar, located in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo across from San Luis Obispo Historic Mission. We strive to use the freshest local ingredients, serve local brews and feature local bands. Our atmosphere is fun for all ages. Our beautiful creekside location features a tiki bar and private balcony space, perfect for special events. Open Daily at 11am. www.creekytiki.com 782 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo • (805) 544-2200 Health & Wellness STRENGTH TO BE STILL is dedicated to making yoga more accessible and affordable for everyone by organizing and advertising various donation-based and reduced-price yoga classes throughout SLO County. We encourage you to check out our website to find out more about us and to find a studio near you that offers discounted yoga, or to join us for one STBS’s many “Free Yoga” classes. Whatever you do, yoga will make you do it better. (805) 441-6617 • www.S-T-B-S.com 12 • Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 Central Coast MORRO BAY SHOPPING RESTAURANTS RUBY DRAGON is a rock and gift shop featuring jewelry by local artists, crystals and rocks in all sizes and shapes, incense, fossils, candles, massage wands, pouches and many other wonderful things. We also offer classes, custom jewelry, tarot readings and referral to Wellness Providers. Stop in and see our huge selection of stones, necklaces, bracelets and California Sage wands. www.rubydragon.info 600 Morro Bay Blvd #C, Morro Bay • (805) 772 1100 BEADS BY THE BAY AND GARDEN SHOP Full service bead store including repairs and classes, with a beautiful hidden garden shop! Herbs, succulents, air plants, and garden decorations. Unique beads and findings from America and all around the world! Open every day. 333 Morro Bay Blvd. (across from B of A) • (805) 772-3338 www.MBwaterfrontgrill.com PSYCHIC GIFTS carries a variety of unique collectables, candles, art, and jewelry that are sure to enlighten the soul. Accurate readings are also available, including past, present, future, and energy healing. Open seven days a week from 10-9. Appointments and Walk Ins are welcomed. Come in for a gift certificate or invite us to your next party. 725 Embarcadero Suite 103, Morro Bay • (805) 772-9393 LOLO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT Great Mexican food, served in a warm and friendly atmosphere at a reasonable price. Reservations and credit cards gladly accepted. Daily drink and food specials and patio dining. Brunch, lunch, and dinner served 7 days a week 10:00 to 9:00 pm. Located at 2848 N. Main St, Morro Bay • (805) 772-5686 COALESCE BOOKSTORE Local and independent since 1973. We have new & used books, greeting cards, music and unique gifts. Special orders welcome, visit our Garden Wedding Chapel...where memories are made. 845 Main Street, Morro Bay (805) 772-2880 • www.coalescebookstore.com ALOHA SHIRT SHOP An island paradise of items for men, women and kids. All the best brands: Tommy Bahama, Reyn Spooner, Tori Richard, Kahala, Paradise Found, Go Barefoot, Rum Reggae, Jams World, Iolani and Bamboo Cay. Sizes XS- 7XL including big and tall. Over 12,000 shirts in stock. Can’t visit us in person? Visit our website at AlohaShirtShop.com. 458 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay • (805) 772-2480 Magnificent Rock and Bay Views from Every Seat in the House ACTIVITIES Open Tues-Thurs 12-8, Fri-Sat 11:30-9, Sun 11:30-8 833 Embarcadero, Morro Bay • (805) 772-1048 • www.offthehookmb.com CENTRAL COAST TATTOOS in Morro Bay is the Oldest Tattoo Studio on the Central Coast. Owner and Master Artist Chrys Young, an RN and Safety Instructor provides Custom Artwork, Cover-ups and Permanent Cosmetics. Cynthia Smith, Senior Piercer and Manager has over 15 years of experience. 501 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay (805) 772-2902 ROCK KAYAK CO. offers safe, natural, and healthy adventure on the water; where you can rent your own kayak and adventure alone with family or with friends. With our rentals we offer free lessons with first time customers. We can also assist you in purchasing a kayak or any equipment we sale. We’re passionate about the sea and really look forward to making your next kayak outing one you won’t forget! 845 Embarcadero St, Morro Bay • (805)-772-2906 • www.rockkayak.com CAPTAIN STEWS $10 BAY CRUISE Leave your stress behind and immerse yourself in unparalleled relaxation cruising the bay. Enjoy 50 minutes on the water, whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat, a romantic getaway, or simply experience the natural wonder of the bay. Located at 571 Embarcadero across from the shell shop, boarding behind the Waterfront Grill. SUB SEA TOURS WHALE WATCHING Central Coast is home to Humpback Whales during summer. Trips leave daily at 9:00 A.M. Call for reservations. Sub Sea Tours—the only underwater viewing bay cruise on the Central Coast! It gives a look at wildlife above and swarming fish below water. Kayaks, canoes & stand-up paddleboards rentals. www.subseatours.com 699 Embarcadero #9, Morro Bay • (805) 772-9463 FISH BONEZ specializes in fusion cuisine that pairs Italian, Asian, and Mexican influences together with California’s freshest seafood, steak, and chicken. You’re invited to enjoy lunch, dinner, wine tasting, and wine bar overlooking beautiful Morro Rock and Morro Bay. Featuring indoor dining and a dog-friendly patio. A place to enjoy the things you love with friends and family! 725 Embarcadero #201, Morro Bay • (805) 225-1900 !"#$ %&'() THE GRILL HUT If you are looking for the best family owned BBQ on the Central Coast come on down to The Grill Hut and try our signature mouthwatering rib eye steak, BBQ sandwiches or our savory baby back ribs. We also offer catering and take out. 3118 N Main St, Morro Bay • (805) 772-2008 ROSE’S BAR AND GRILL is a family friendly restaurant offering everything from Fish n’ Chips & Burgers to Bacon wrapped Filet Mignon. For those looking to dine with a view, we offer a newly remodeled ocean front patio. We are the only sports bar in Morro Bay, with 9 high-def flat screens. Join us Thur-Sat for local live music 5:30-8:30, and Sunday 3-6 on the patio. Ask about our All You Can Eat Specials. 725 Embarcadero, Morro Bay • (805) 772-4441 SHINE CAFE Since 1973 Sunshine Health Foods has been providing the central coast with healthy alternatives to the commercial food and medicine industries. We are committed to bringing our community the highest quality products we can find. We are now open 7 days a week with breakfast on the weekends. 415 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay • (805) 772 7873 GALLERIES SEVEN SISTERS GALLERY will enchant you with beautiful, extraordinary and many one of a kind artisan items in jewelry, art, and gifts, made locally near our home in Morro Bay, as well as from around the world. Visit us at 601 Embarcadero # 8, Morro Bay (805) 772-9955 • Sevensistersgalleryca.com FOREVER STOKED artist collective was founded in 1998 by Charlie Clingman and Chris Pedersen. Recently they opened their own gallery in Morro Bay. From original paintings to giclees, prints, greeting cards, stickers, and locally crafted accessories, there is something for any budget. 1164 Quintana Road, Morro Bay • (805) 234-5917 foreverstoked.com Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 • Visitors’ Guide MORRO BAY CAMBRIA H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S YOGA CENTER OF MORRO BAY Don’t miss your yoga practice just because you’re on vacation. With daily classes and $10 drop ins, our variety of experienced, certified teachers will give you a memorable experience at an affordable price. We welcome all levels and abilities. YCMB~Y our Yoga Studio Away from Home! Conveniently located at 335 Dunes within walking distance of most MB hotels. (805) 268-2668 • www.yogacentermb.com THE VILLAGE BEAN is a unique coffee, ice cream and bakery shop located on Main Street in The East Village of Cambria. The Village Bean is proud to scoop 16 of Doc Burnstein’s best handmade ice creams along with coffee, espresso, smoothies, shakes, bagels, fresh baked goods and sandwiches. Open Daily from 7am. Outdoor seating. Visit us at Facebook.com/CambriaVillageBean 2320 Main Street, Cambria • (805) 927-0077 CAMBRIA BEER COMPANY is an independent and family owned artisan brewery, producing limited qualities of artisan ales. Cambria Beer Company produces local beer for local people, inspired by the world but brewed right in our own backyard. Drop by for a visit and a taste. Open Daily. For directions and hours visit cambriabeerco.com. 821 Cornwall Street, Cambria • (805) 203-5265 COFFEE & TREATS LA PARISIENNE Beautiful French pastries made daily. Breakfast Sandwiches, Onion Soups, French Bread, Croissants, Quiches, Salads, Cookies and more. Open Mon and WedSat 7:30 am-5 pm; Sun 7:30 am-4 pm. 1140 Front St, Morro Bay • (805) 772-8530 COFFEE COTTAGE We’re Ideally located on the Embarcadero, smack dab in the heart of Morro Bay’s picturesque waterfront. You can’t beat the coffee. You can’t beat the service. And you simply can’t beat the view. We hope to see you soon. www.coffeecottagemb.com845 Embarcadero, Morro Bay • (805) 772-4180 Sweet Shoppe Waterfront WATERFRONT SWEET SHOPPE Salt Water Taffy, Jelly Bellys, M&M’s, Gummies, Chocolates, Sours, Nostalgic Candy...Come by and see Morro Bay’s newest Sweet Shoppe located across from the shell shop at 571 Embarcadero in front of the Waterfront Grill. WATERFRONT JERKY & FUDGE is focused on providing high-quality gourmet beef, game, and exotic jerky along with great customer satisfaction. In addition, we specialize in the freshest and creamiest fudge around. All fudge is made in small batches guaranteeing you top quality every time. 571 Embarcadero (next to Waterfront Grill) CAYUCOS CAYUCOS SURF COMPANY Since 1996 Cayucos Surf Company has been providing friends & families with quality products, services, and gear. We are pleased to bring the latest in apparel, surf and skate gear, and the highest quality rentals around. We also offer private surf lessons and rentals on wetsuits, surfboards, stand-up paddle boards and body boards! Come on down and enjoy a day in the sun! 95 Cayucos Dr, Cayucos • (805) 995-1000 • www.cayucossurfcompany.com CAYUCOS CELLARS We of the Selkirk family invite you to our tasting room, located in beautiful downtown Cayucos just a step from the beach, to partake in an ambrosial experience, where fine wine and a warm welcome will always be awaiting you. Bring in this ad to receive 50% off your wine tasting! Cheers! 131 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos • (805) 995-3036 • www.cayucoscellars.com LADY SPENCER For creative, unusual and unexpected treasures, Lady Spencer Galleria and Distinctive Gifs is your destination. You will find American made items, Fire & Light hand poured glass tableware, sea glass art and jewelry, ceramics, soy candles, and garden items. 156 N Ocean Ave Cayucos • (805) 995-3771 • www.ladyspencer.com 13 14 • Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 Central Coast AVILA BEACH PISMO BEACH PENNY’S ALL AMERICAN CAFÉ has been serving Pismo TACO SHACK is the perfect spot for the best Mexican food on the Coast. Taco Shack offers great fresh salsa, fish tacos, burritos or any other of your Mexican favorites. Dine in or take out. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Remember it’s always time for tacos! 86 Landing Passage, Avila Beach • (805) 627-1707 IC MEXICAN GRILL AUTHENT AVILA BEACH WALLY’S BICYCLE WORKS is now open in Avila! Enjoy a few relaxing hours on a bike near Avila Pier. Wally’s has almost any kind of bike you would want to rent from cruisers to tandems, kid’s bikes, road bikes, hybrids, and many, many more. Visit Wally’s Bicycle Works in Avila at 66 Landing Passage. (805) 544-4116 • www.wallysbikes.com. MOROVINO WINERY in Avila Beach specializes in award-winning Italian-style wines handcrafted by winemaker Andrea Bradford. Visit Morovino first and pick up a free Avila Wine Tasting map. Mention this ad and receive 2-for-1 wine tasting (some restrictions apply). 76 Landing Passage, Avila Beach • (805) 627-1443 • Morovino.com Beach for the past 11 years. We are open Mon-Thur, 6am-2pm for breakfast or lunch, Friday 6am-7pm & Saturday 7am-7pm for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Summer dining special: free cup of chowder with a purchase of a dinner entrée between 2-7pm. 1053 Price Street, Pismo Beach • (805) 773-3776 www.pennysallamaericancafe.com PISMO BOWL FAMILY FUN CENTER Call to schedule birthdays, parties, special events, and company outings! Above ground ball return, coffee shop diner, video games and billiards. Monday Madness pizza & bowl from 6-9pm. Open daily! 277 Pomeroy Ave. on the corner of Dolliver & Pomeroy, Pismo Beach • (805) 773-248 BEACH N YOGURT is a locally owned delightful self serve frozen yogurt shop in downtown Avila Beach. We feature 12 mouth watering flavors, locally grown fresh fruit, and toppings to satisfy any sweet tooth. Look for Bessy the cow and come in for a sample or two. Open daily, 472 Front Street, top of the stairs at Landing Passage, Avila Beach (805) 439-2799 THE BEACH HAIR STUDIO is home to the most passionate hair artists, dedicated makeup designers and knowledgeable estheticians. We set the tone for an experience as tranquil as a day at the beach. Our professional staff specializes in Hair Color, Cut, Extensions, Keratin Treatments, Waxing, Skin Care, Makeup, Bridal Services, Airbrush Spray Tanning, and much more! 491 First St. # B, Avila Beach • (805) 627-1030 • www.thebeachhairstudio.com CENTRAL COAST AQUARIUM welcomes you to experience the ocean, not just the beach. SEA marine life up close and personal, engage with our amazing animals and learn about their local habitats and ecosystems. Take a docent led tour, request a private tour or sign up for one of our feeding tours. 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach • (805) 595-7280 • www.centralcoastaquarium.com | THE SPORTS FORUM is where the true sports fan shops. We have the largest selection of hats on the Central Coast. Come check out our jerseys, memorabilia and our newly remodeled San Luis Obispo Store. Now buying new and used vinyl records—come in and trade in your old records for cash. Facebook.com/thesportsforummerchandise. 231 Pomeroy, Suite E, Pismo Beach • (805) 773-0892 710 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo • (805) 543-8336 ROSA’S BOUTIQUE has a unique selection of casual and dressy clothing, handbags, and accessories. Mention this ad and receive 10% off (not valid with any other offer). Open Mon-Sat, 9:30-5:30; Sun, 11-4. Located in the Pismo Coast Shopping Plaza, next to California Market. 535 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach • (805) 773-5373 THE QUARTERDECK has been known for over 30 years throughout the Central Coast and beyond for great food, cocktails, service and atmosphere. Every piece of their famous seafood is tender, moist and melts in your mouth. Visit their tropical atmosphere with their special breakfast, lunch and dinner menus along with their award-winning bar. Step into the tropics and experience fresh Pismo Beach seafood! Open daily. 1500 Branch Street • (805) 481-3474 • www.quarterdeckseafood.com Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 • Visitors’ Guide SHELL BEACH VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE DEL’S FAMOUS PIZZERIA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT has been serving the best hearty Italian food for over 40 years! Smell the home baked bread when you arrive. Enjoy the warm ambience, reminiscent of an Old Italian farmhouse. At Del’s, you’ll enjoy the traditional Italian decor, checkered tablecloths, soft glowing candlelight, along with soft Italian music. Dine-in, carry-out or call for local delivery. 401 Shell Beach Rd • (805) 773-4438• www.DelsPizzeria.com ZORRO’S CAFE & CANTINA is the local casual cafe that believes in wholesome food made with fresh ingredients, along with the feeling of home. Zorro’s is known for its Mexican-American great food, excellent service and a great atmosphere and was recently voted People’s Choice Best Clam Chowder. They feature traditional Mexican favorites along with burgers, sandwiches and delicious breakfasts. 927 Shell Beach Rd • (805) 773-9676 • Open daily, pet-friendly. CENTRAL COAST KAYAKS is the place where “paddlers meet.” We’ve been serving the Coast since 1993 and offer rentals, tours, equipment and supplies. Come paddle the beautiful Central Coast at two great venues: Shell Beach or the protected waters of Port San Luis in Avila Beach. Classes, guided tours, cave expeditions, rentals and sales. Mention this AD for 10% off rentals and tours. 1879 Shell Beach Rd • (805) 773-3500 centralcoastkayaks.com JASI & CHRISTA’S SALON Everyone feels welcomed at Jasi & Christa’s Salon in Shell Beach. Visit our fun, friendly and classy boutique salon by the beach where we will make you look beautiful whether you’re in need of a cut, color or wax. Come by if you have time for a full appointment or just want to drop in, walk-ins welcome. 751 Shell Beach Road. (805) 773-1212 HALYCON THE HALCYON STORE Step back in time at one of the best-kept secrets on the Central Coast, with a variety of gift for yourself as well as others. Definitely an unforgettable trip. Right off Highway 1. www.Halcyonstore.com 936 S Halcyon Rd, Halcyon • (805) 489-2432 OCEANO THE OCEANA CASINO is home to some of the best poker played on the Central Coast. Whether your game is Hold ‘em, No Limit Hold ‘Em or Omaha you are sure to find your favorite games in action just minutes from the beach! Vegas-style blackjack is also offered daily! The room is open daily at 9am. Serving beer and wine by the glass. BONUS! New Players that sign up for the Captain’s Club Loyalty Program will receive a $10 bonus on their first buy-in! 1795 Front Street, Oceano • (805) 474-0188 or 474-0188 • www.OceanaCardRoom.com GROVER BEACH GROVER BEACH’S Don’t miss the fun at Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series and Farmers Market in Grover Beach each Sunday at Ramona Garden Park, 993 Ramona Ave. From 3-6pm you can enjoy the local farmers market, concessions and lawn seating for a great concert. August 4th will feature the Local Vocals, a local band that serves up vintage and contemporary Americana toe-tapping tunes. Call (805) 473-4580 for information or to volunteer. STACKED SANDWICHES has been creating delicious sandwiches for over 6 years. Brad & Lisa Evans built the business on the premise of making upscale, premium sandwiches. Stacked Sandwiches knows that their customers appreciate their commitment to avoiding fillers in their sandwich fixings, always using the highest quality meats, cheeses and breads available. “We take sandwiches seriously, with the methodical placement of every ingredient to create the perfect fusion of taste.” 191 S. Oak Park Blvd #1 • (805) 489-9866 • www.stackedsandwiches.com RON’S NURSERY is the Central Coast destination for those who love gardening or are simply inspired by gardens. Ron’s has changing collections or indoor and out door plants daily, a huge spectrum from house plants to succulents. Come in and get a giant shot of inspiration for home accessories. Many are handmade by local artisans. See our wonderful jewelry, candles, pottery, wonderful lighting, books and many other perfect treasures to fill your nest. Open daily at 850 W. Grand (805) 489-4747 • www.ronsingroverbeach.com MANROCK BREWING is a small local brewery located in Grover Beach. We are family-owned and operated and offer a variety of hand crafted beers for you to enjoy. Including “Dirty Reapin’ Blonde” – Blonde, “Fear The Reaper” – Amber, “Reaper-cussion” – IPA, “Apocalyptic” – DIPA and “Grim-onade” – Barley Wine. Come “Reap” The Benefits of Great Craft Beer! Tasting Room Hours: Mon-Fri: 4pm10pm, Sat: 12pm-12pm, Sun: 12pm-7pm. 191 S. Oak Park Blvd #3 www.manrockbrewing.com—follow us on Facebook. THE VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE, the Central Coast’s unique turn-of-the-century downtown village. You’ll find an array of antique & specialty shops plus fine dining nestled within the scenic atmosphere of historic buildings and natural beauty. The Village is a true picture of Americana on the Central Coast. Stop by the Visitors Center upon your arrival at 117½ Branch Street, Arroyo Grande. VERENA’S GO GOURMET is the best place for quality kitchens items on the Central Coast. Verena’s is truly a place for everyone who loves to cook. Nestled in the Village of Arroyo Grande, Verena’s carries the best cooking supplies, table-top items, olive oil tasting bar, unique selections of EVOO’s, vinegars, spices, gourmet salts, loose teas and more. Open Tue-Sat. Go see what’s cooking at Verena’s Go Gourmet! 127 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande • (805) 473-0464 RALPH & DUANE’S is the best neighborhood bar, know to locals as R & D’s. R & D’s offers a friendly atmosphere, great drink prices & lots of fun. R & D’s has daily specials like “Kill the Keg” Mondays and “Thirsty Thursdays!” Don’t miss the live local music every Sunday in Marsha’s backyard, along with famous BBQ, from 2-6 pm. 108 W. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande • (805) 481-2871 DOC BURNSTEIN’S ICE CREAM LAB features handcrafted, superpremium ice cream in the only nostalgic parlor on the Central Coast. Watch their model trains running around the parlor and over bridges, while also watching Doc and his Lab Assistants make their super-creamy inventions right before your eyes. Open Daily. For fundraisers, birthday parties and catering visit www.docburnsteins.com. 114 W. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande • (805) 474-4068 THE OLD POTTING BENCH, an Emporium for the Antique Vintage Home & Garden enthusiast. Delightfully recycled, repurposed and reused treasure and gifts from 14 local artisans and junkers. “Cottage is our style, junking is in our blood and rustic is our favorite word.” Like us on Facebook to keep up with our upcoming events. Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat & Sun 10-5. Closed Tuesday. 148 W. Branch • (805) 481-1231 GATHER WINE BAR is the place where friends come together to celebrate the wines of the Central Coast. Freshly harvested produce and exquisite, hand-crafted wines are offered in Gather’s elegant and warm interior. Gather is a landing place after a busy day, a romantic setting for a date night, or a festive location for an intimate party. Open TueThur, 1-9pm; Fri-Sat, 12-11pm. www.gatherwinebar.com 122 E Branch, Arroyo Grande ACT II BOUTIQUE AND MARY’S ANTICS offer the finest in recycled clothing and accessories, jewelry, hand-made items, furniture, home décor, garden art, books, vinyl, antiques and other unique finds. Estate and one-of-a-kind items can always be found here. Estate sale and consignment services offered. Open Tue-Sat. 405 E Branch St, Arroyo Grande • (805) 489-5266 15 16 • Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 Central Coast Visitors’ Guide ATASCADERO bru COFFEEHOUSE Located in the heart of Atascadero, bru has quickly become a coffee and cultural center. The folks at bru proudly serve Stumptown coffee–sustainably sourced, try their in house cold brew iced coffee! bru also features live music every Friday night and local draft beers and wine. Open daily from 7am-6pm (9pm Fridays). 5760 El Camino Real, Atascadero • (805) 464-5007 www.brucoffeehouse.com CHARLES PADDOCK ZOO is the ONLY Zoo on the Central Coast and is home to hundreds of species from all over the world. We have numerous animals that are part of globally managed programs to preserve animals and their habitats. If you want to engage with some of the rarest animals in the world in a safe and respectful environment then visit us often! 9100 Morro Rd, Atascadero • (805) 461-5080 www.charlespaddockzoo.org TEMPLETON HOOVER’S BEEF PALACE Just off the 101 at Main, tucked along side the Templeton Livestock Market you’ll find Hoover’s Beef Palace, home of the freshest steak and eggs available in the county. The menu is chock full of diner favorites. Hoover’s Beef Palace is the place for the best home cooked food you could ask for – where you’ll NEVER leave hungry! Breakfast & lunch 7 days a week, 6am-2pm. 221 B N. Main Street, Templeton, CA • (805) 434-2114 PASO ROBLES PAPPY MCGREGOR’S has been voted by locals “Best Pub/Best Bar” every year it has been open. Our menu has been raved about by local food writers as “Not your average Pub Grub.” A daily happy hour, nightly specials, live music, dancing and sporting events all make up the weekly calendar. We’re known as the “Luckiest Place in Town” and besides, we’re closer than Dublin! Open Daily at 11am. www.pappymcgregors.com 1122 Pine Street, Paso Robles • (805) 238-7070 PASO ROBLES ESTRELLA WARBIRD MUSEUM AND WOODLAND AUTO DISPLAY This museum was chartered as a not-for-profit California corporation in 1992. The museum is dedicated to the restoration and preservation of military aircraft military vehicles and memorabilia to those who flew and worked on military aircraft. Hours: Thur-Sun: 10am-4pm. ADMISSION: $10 per adult; Children 6-12 years: $5; Toddlers under 6 FREE Students with student photo ID Card and Seniors 60+ $8.00 Family Rate $20 - includes 2 adults and up to 4 kids between 6-12 years of age; Active Military with white ID card FREE. www.ewarbirds.org 4252 Dry Creek Rd, Paso Robles • (805) 227-0440 THE OAKS HOTEL Completed in the fall of 2012, this brand new three story hotel offers ninety spacious rooms and suites, numerous amenities. Combining elegant boutique design with modern finishes, The Oaks Hotel is the perfect getaway tucked in the gentle rolling hills of vineyards and coastal mountain ranges of the Central Coast. The Oaks is family-friendly, as well as pet-friendly hotel! Don’t worry about finding a sitter for your pet(s), bring them up to The Oaks! 3000 Riverside Dr, Paso Robles (805) 237-8700 • www.PasoOaks.com INDULGE RESTAURANT AT THE OAKS HOTEL Indulge is the ultimate dining experience during your visit to Paso Robles. Located within the beautiful brand-new Oaks Hotel is also open to any visitors looking for a top of the line breakfast buffet or gourmet dinner experience on the weekends. From Wagyu Beef Short Ribs to the Porterhouse Lamb Chop, the dinner menu truly allows one to “indulge”! Breakfast 7 days a week from 7am-10am, dinner Sat & Sun 6pm-9:30pm. 3000 Riverside Dr, Paso Robles (805) 237-8700 • www.IndulgeRestaurant.com MICHAEL GILL CELLARS Nestled within a rolling landscape of oak trees, the vineyards are small, potent, and exquisite. The westside Paso Robles coastal estate takes full advantage of the excellent natural conditions: the mountainous terroir is known for its rocky, calcareous soil, and differing levels of hillside sun exposure allow vineyards to be specifically sited for each varietal. This gives founding vintner, Michael Gill, the opportunity to cultivate luxurious wines unmatched in quality. Open Sat & Sun, 11-5pm. 4125 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles (805) 239-1668 • www.gillcellars.com ROBERT HALL WINERY “Discover the Essence of Paso Robles with a visit to Robert Hall Winery. I invite you to enjoy a glass of award-winning wine from our sustainably farmed vineyards, tour our underground wine caverns, and join us for an upcoming event.” – Robert L. Hall, Owner and Wine Grower. Open daily from 10am-6pm 3443 Mill Rd, Paso Robles (805) 239-1616 www.roberthallwinery.com PASO ROBLES CENTRAL COAST CASINO Home of the $3 drop! Open daily from 10am-5pm, it’s the friendliest place to play poker on the Central Coast. Located just a few blocks from the Mid State Fairgrounds in the heart of Paso Robles. You can also enjoy Vegas-style Blackjack and Three Card Poker Tue-Sat after 4pm. 1124 Black Oak Dr, Paso Robles (805) 226-0500 • www.pasoroblespoker.com atHEART Tolosa Press YOUNG SPECIAL Summertime Blues ADVERTISING By Susan K. Boyd MS, MFT A ugust is here and summer is in full swing! Steaks, f ish and corn on the cob are grilling on the bar-b-qu. All year we looked forward to vacations and those longer daylight hours. So why aren’t we enjoying life? Could we get the blues at the most carefree time of the year? Winter is typically the time for SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder. SAD is depression brought on by seasonal change, afflicting 4-6% of the population. Research is showing that some populations in countries closest to the equator, such as India, suffer from Summer SAD. No one knows why Summer SAD exists. It may have something to do with heat, humidity, longer hours and the change in schedules. We on the Central Coast are fortunate to have beautiful, cool weather. So it is not humidity or heat that bothers us! We might look at our schedules and summer expectations to solve our summertime blues. Flexible hours can be relaxing to some people but less structure just means a lack of predictability to others. When predictability goes down anxiety goes up. If we struggle with uncertainty change is not our friend. Finding childcare, handling work schedules and going on trips can be daunting. By August, longer daylight hours could start looking like an endless string of unwanted surprises with an increasing workload. Solving summertime blues may be a simple formula. Reduced expectations + flexible schedules=less stress. We schedule our work, camps for kids, appointments, and vacations. The rest of the calendar needs to stay open for anything else that comes our way. Now we can enjoy unexpected guests, traveling, and hanging out with family and friends. We may even indulge in a quiet time to walk on one of our long, inviting, Central Coast beaches to decompress. When was the last time that happened? This might be the season we learn to let go and go with the flow! We could stay in the moment and out of our heads (where worry originates). Wouldn’t it be nice to stroll along the shore and leave our summertime blues behind? I will if you will! Susan K. Boyd, MS, MFT is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in private practice in SLO. You can reach her at 805-782-9800 or [email protected]. See www.susankboydmft.com. SECTION • August 8 – 14, 2013 • 17 18 • Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 by DESIGN SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Soundproofing Tips to Turn Your Home into a Quiet Sanctuary A ll around us, life is getting louder. But home should be a place to relax and unwind. Between televisions, cell phones, computers and video games, it’s sometimes hard to find peace and quiet within the walls of your home. While homes are getting louder, there’s good news— many sound-proofing techniques have additional benefits, from aesthetic appeal to improved energy efficiency. Take steps today to make your home a more peaceful, comfortable place to live. Fabrics: For a quick fi x, think fabric. In addition to complementing the look of a room, soft rugs, carpeting, curtains and tapestries make great sound absorbers. And just a few rugs can spell a lot of disturbance-free foot traffic. Furniture: Give rooms a unique touch and a powerful sound barrier by placing thickly-upholstered chairs in each corner. Large bookcases against common walls can also help block noise. Surface texture: Rough surfaces on walls and ceilings, such as sprayedon texture, a textured paint job or even wallpaper can help reduce sound waves in a noisy room. Insulation: The simplest, most effective way to soundproof is to reduce airflow between rooms with a high-density stone wool insulation that’s specifically designed for noise reduction. Cracks: Sound can burrow through crevices and cracks. Seal cracks around baseboards and in drywall, and block slits around window seals and interior doors. by DESIGN Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14 • 19 C OM MUNI T Y SERV ICES G U IDE FRONTIER FLOORS Our 3000 sq. ft. showroom is located in beautiful Paso Robles, but our services extend from San Luis Obispo to King City and beyond. At Frontier Floors & Window Coverings we offer the finest brands in flooring, custom counter tops, window coverings, and unique tiles for your residential or commercial project. We provide the highest quality at competitive prices with unmatched personal customer service. 830 21st Street, Paso Robles (805) 238-7878 • www.frontierfloors.net BROWDER PAINTING COMPANY offers a wide range of interior and exterior painting services, including deck and cabinet refinishing. We approach every project with the highest level of quality craftsmanship, service and detail. You can count on us to deliver top quality services at a price that you can afford. Estimates are free. Follow us on Facebook for tips on picking the right paint color for you. Visit www.browderpainting.com to read hundreds of local references. (805) 544-0547 INVISIBLE FENCE OF THE WEST COAST Keep your pet in the yard and out of harm’s way. How it works: We work with you by evaluating your needs to create a customized solution for your yard. We install a wire around your perimeter of your property. The boundary is then marked with flags to help your pets recognize and respect designated safe areas. We then install a discreet control panel in your garage or basement that synchronizes the boundary wire to your pet’s Computer Collar®. Using our 4-step training approach our certified trainers work with your pets to teach them to respect the marked boundaries. Once your pets have demonstrated this understanding the flags will be gradually removed. Call for a free consultation at (866) 399-7233 or visit www.westcoast.invisiblefence.com. SAN LUIS CUSTOMS At San Luis Customs Beautiful is Cool: Prestige home window film rejects up to 97% of the sun’s infrared heat keeping your home cool and lowering your energy bills. They reduce the effects of solar heat and visible light on your furnishings. Prestige Films will block up to 99.9% of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. Improves comfort and maintains temperature consistency to help eliminate hot spots in your home. To contact us for a quote call (805) 543-7878. 12250 A, Los Osos Valley Rd, San Luis Obispo • www.sanluiscustoms.com GROVER BEACH DOOR specializes in new overhead garage doors and replacement overhead door service and repair. We also provide broken spring replacement and new garage door openers. Family owned and operated since 1976. Serving Paso Robles to Santa Maria. Mention this ad for a discount or free upgrade. Call today for your free estimate at (805) 543-0893 or visit www.groverbeachdoor.com. ALL SEASONS GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING has earned a reputation as the premier landscape design, construction, and maintenance company on the Central Coast. We cover all aspects of landscaping to help your property reach it’s full potential. We have worked on projects from Cambria to Santa Barbara. All Seasons has been in business for over a decade and has over 200 satisfied customers. 1167 East Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande (805) 544-LAWN • www.allseasonslandscaping.com 20 In the Black The Bottom Line The Power of Pushing Yourself to New Limits By Michael Gunther I don’t know about you, but I’m always trying to push myself to new limits in terms of knowledge or personal achievements. I don’t always achieve every new level I attempt, but when I do, the sense of accomplishment can be hugely overwhelming. As some of you might remember, last year I had been training for my first half marathon. In life, unpredictable things happen that take us by surprise, and the week of the race my mom passed away. I missed the race entirely, and in fact, I stopped running and taking care of myself all together. About five months ago I decided it was high time that I get back in shape and start not only eating healthier, but exercising as well. My sister, Nancy, was visiting and she looked great (she’d been exercising and had lost weight). She kind of laughed at me (as only a sister can) because I was the one who had inspired her last summer to get back into shape (she stuck with it and I did not). So the tables had turned and now she’d inspired me—challenged me—to get back on the healthy bandwagon, and thus my odyssey began the 1st of March. I know I need goals for exercising and losing weight. I have never been one of those people who exercise just to be healthy. Don’t get me wrong—I want to be healthy, but I need to work against something so I can measure my success. So, I decided to focus on a triathlon—a sprint triathlon as they call them—a ½ mile swim, 15 mile bike ride, and 3.1 mile run. I had never done one before, but the training for the half marathon showed me that I could train for a race like this if I had enough time. I also decided that since I will be turning 50 in August, I wanted to get back to the weight I was at when I was 30 (that meant that I had to lose about 40 pounds). Fast forward to today. After months of prepping for the race and focusing on losing weight, I completed my first triathlon. The sense of accomplishment and pride was overwhelming when I finally crossed the finish line for which I’d been striving over the previous five months. My goal was to just complete it and to be able to cross this off my bucket list before I turned 50 in mid-August. But a funny thing happened to me as I headed home that day. I realized that even though I’d completed this goal, I wanted to do it again next year because I hadn’t done my best preparing or training. The next day, when I heard the winner of the race was near my age and had completed the race in about 1/2 the time I did, my competitive juices started to flow. I know for sure that I could beat my time (which originally I didn’t care about) and train much smarter. For instance, I had been doing spin classes for 5 months, but only got on the road bike the day before the race. Swimming was definitely my hardest element—in fact the lifeguard actually asked me if I was ok (I’m a totally dorky swimmer). Now I know I could hire a coach, and maybe get in the pool more than five times prior to the race like I did this year. My list of areas for improvements continues to grow. Bottom Line This got me thinking that in business, sometimes we set goals to achieve, but are we really ‘training’ the best we can to achieve them? We may hit the outcome we were hoping for, but could we have pushed ourselves to an even higher new level? I realize that pushing yourself to new limits or reaching for larger goals can be challenging. But when you accomplish them it’s invigorating, and also an opportunity to reflect on how to improve to begin your next adventure. This is another article in a series on Michael’s entrepreneurial story and how being raised in a large family has influenced his career. To read the previous articles in this series, visit his blog at www.Collaboration-llc. com. Michael Gunther is Founder and President of Collaboration LLC, a team of highly skilled business professionals who are dedicated to assisting proactive business owners to build profitable, sustainable businesses through results-oriented education and consulting services. Learn more at www.Collaboration-llc.com. ❖ Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 • TP In the Black Marketing SLO to the Big Apple By Camas Frank For longtime residents and frequent visitors, it might be difficult to imagine quaint San Luis Obispo as a far-flung exotic locale. However, the City’s tourism manager, Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) members, Chamber of Commerce, and their marketing consultants are pretty sure that, to the rest of the country, that’s exactly what we offer. In fact, they’re banking that a little well-timed exposure this week will give the region a boost later in the year. Using TBID dollars (collected from the room and board taxes paid by visitors), the City has bought an advertising package targeting New York City. The major selling point was that from Aug. 5 to 11, anyone visiting Times Square will be exposed to rotating five-second commercial slots showcasing vacation experiences on the Central Coast. Although it’s not part of the Share SLO 2013 campaign that gave the city a social media ambassador earlier in the year and aimed to raise the profile of SLO’s brand in the digital media world, some of the same marketing minds are behind the ad buy. Bentley Murdoch, filling out the role of ambassador for approximately four months now, explained that by last count, they’ve reached 300 million people worldwide with content promoting San Luis Obispo. “Sometimes we can tell through Facebook or Twitter where the people engaging with us are coming from, but we get a lot of information from Google Analytics,” he said. “Google gives a lot of details about views of content.” Twitter does something similar, offering data on an estimated number of “impressions,” measured in the length of time someone dwells on an item in their feed, he explained. Murdoch didn’t have any specific information on how much presence SLO has in the minds of New York residents and visitors, but Molly Cano, San Luis Obispo’s tourism manager, said the ads would offer a chance to measure effectiveness with traceable links into www.sanluisobispovacations. com. The website and Vacation SLO logo will appear amidst images of wine tasting and other local activities on the ABC Television screen in Times Square with reruns 120 times through the week. What Cano was most interested in, however, was the package deal that included a full-page advertorial in Horizon Travel Magazine, a supplement distributed in The Wall Street Journal. Completing the fusion from real-world advertising to the handy tabulation of digital data will be the inclusion of a San Luis Obispo banner ad on the Horizon Travel Magazine website (which allows the measurement of “click-through” traffic). It’s something of an experiment, Cano said, after all, this is the first major advertisement of the city’s offerings as a destination outside of California. While the County and local marketing agencies have partnered with Sunset Magazine and other nationwide venues, they’ve never targeted one place before. “It’s an opportunity for SLO to see how we are received,” Cano said. “We’re targeting this for the fall to winter market.” While some of the people in Times Square now might be tourists who find a brief clip of SLO in their vacation pictures unexpectedly, the locals might remember the Central Coast when they plan an escape from the snow this winter. “I won’t be able to see it myself, but I’d really love it if someone from here could post some photos visiting the area when they run the ads,” Murdoch added. “How cool would that be to see a slice of home while you’re that far away?” Total cost for the campaign is $8000. This includes the one page ad in the Wall Street Journal glossy insert (circulation 400k), presence on the Horizon Travel Magazine website and the Times Square TV spots. ❖ 21 22 In the Black Biz Briefs Business News and Announcements Compiled by Camas Frank birth centers in California and 146 hospitals and birth centers nationwide to earn Baby-Friendly recognition. ❖❖❖ Local children’s book author Beryl Reichenberg will sign and talk about her new picture books, When Caterpillars Dream and Butterfly Girls, August 10 at 11 a.m. at the Whiz Kids Toy Store, next to Trader Joe’s at 3979 S. Higuera St. in San Luis Obispo. Both books are about Monarch butterflies in a fiction format, but contain basic information about these insects and the incredible migration journey they take each year. She will also show children how to fold the accordion books to create multiple images. Young children will have an opportunity to make their own book and write a story. Reichenberg has been writing and illustrating children’s stories for six years and has nine children’s, picture books currently available at the Whiz KIds Toy Store. Rep. Lois Capps (CA-24) has announced that Cal Poly was one of two universities in the country to receive funding from the Department of Energy for projects focused on developing sustainable and cost-effective algae fuels. Cal Poly received $1.5 million for research and development to increase the productivity of algae strains and to compare separate processing technologies. “Cal Poly continues to be on the cutting edge of some of the most important research being conducted at our nation’s universities, and this funding will only add to that,” Capps said. The research projects announced are part of a push to produce cost competitive algae biofuels by 2022. ❖❖❖ ❖❖❖ Based on the book “Slow Money, invest as if food, farms, and fertility mattered”, a local group is celebrating one year of helping small food entrepreneurs to build and grow their businesses. The “Gather in the Grove” event hosted by Slow Money SLO to celebrate their support of seven local, small food businesses will be held on August 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the SLO Grange Grove, 2880 Broad St, San Luis Obispo. Marco Vangelisti a founding member of the larger Slow Money organization will speak at the event. “I am pleased to visit San Luis Obispo and meet the group members and food entrepreneurs and congratulate them on their success,” he said. There is no charge for the event or to join the local Slow Money SLO group. See more details at: www.SlowMoneySLO.org. ❖❖❖ French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) has announced the hospital is a recipient of the International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) Care Award. FHMC earned this distinction in recognition of their Breastfeeding Clinic’s professionals and for providing a comprehensive lactation program that offers support to families. According to Rebecca Mannel, Chair of the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners, “Facilities that receive the IBCLC Care Award are to be commended for improving maternal and child health by making breastfeeding a priority and for taking steps to improve breastfeeding support.” FHMC is also one of only 57 hospitals and Several local Rotary groups have shown their support of Big Brothers Big Sisters through one-to-one mentoring programs. Pismo Beach Rotary donated $590; Morro Bay, $283; San Luis Obispo SLO Charities Monday Club, $500; San Luis Obispo Daybreak, $500; and San Luis Obispo De Tolosa, $2,500. Rotary funding will provide targeted recruiting, screening, training and matching, as well as ongoing support, safety training and supervision for volunteers, children, and families. Anna Boyd-Bucy, the organization’s Executive Director said, “The generous donations from Rotary will ensure child safety and sustain successful long term relationships with positive outcomes. Every dollar goes directly to serving youth in San Luis Obispo County.” ❖❖❖ The San Luis Obispo Young Professionals Networking Group (YPNG) will hold a Marketing 101 Seminar, August 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. YPNG will provide guests with, “great marketing tips and tricks from these three local professionals. This seminar will cover both traditional and emerging marketing strategies; and will offer simple, cost effective solutions to help break through the clutter and market your business or yourself in today’s challenging economy.” Speakers: Jeff Lind of S. Lombardi & Associates; Dean Mignola, author of the “More Referrals Now!” audio program; and Paul Baker, Internet Marketing Consultant at Access Publishing. To sign up go online to: ypng.org and look for event detail. ❖❖❖ The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County will hold an Exploration Hike at Black Lake Ecological Preserve August 17. The Land Conservancy’s Board President, Herb Kandel, and special guests will lead the hike to a rare freshwater dune lake only accessible through private tours. The hike will include unique interpretive stories, wildlife identification, and a behind-the-scenes tour of an active restoration area. Contact Wende David, Director of Development at wended@lcslo. org or call 544-9096 x14. ❖❖❖ CAL FIRE/SLO County Fire Department, Station 15, South Bay is looking for reserve firefighters to cover two 12 hour shifts per month, attend required training and drills, and return for emergency call backs at the station. In order to qualify for the reserve firefighter position, an application must be submitted by September 27. reserve firefighter applications and additional information can be obtained at 2315 Bayview Heights Dr. in Los Osos. The hiring process includes a firefighter physical agility test to be held In October. Call 528-1053 to find out more. ❖❖❖ In the past the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce took more than 500 individuals to experience China, Ireland, India and South Africa while traveling alongside other local business people and community members. They’re at it again this year and looking for the feedback on the next best hotspot. The Chamber is currently planning a trip for 20-40 travelers next spring and have set up a quick five question survey to help create a travel experience for participants. To take part in the survey, go online to: www. surveymonkey.com/s/JD2HGM6. ——— Send your biz briefs for consideration to [email protected]. SLO City News • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SCN 23 KIOSK WHO • WHAT • WHERE Compiled by Theresa-Marie Wilson • WHEN The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo will be leading an exploration hike at Black Lake Ecological Preserve on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The hike will include unique interpretive stories, wildlife identification, and a behind-the-scenes tour of an active restoration area in the world-class Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes. Refreshments, snacks and an informal Q&A session will conclude the hike. Families with children are welcome, but no dogs are allowed due to sensitive natural resources. The Black Lake Ecological Preserve is located along Highway 1 in rural Arroyo Grande. Space is limited, so advanced sign-up is required. Directions provided with RSVP to Wende at 544-9096 ext. 14 or [email protected]. The 2013 La Guitarra California Festival will be held at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center Sept. 6 through 8. This three-day classical guitar event is presented by Cal Poly Arts and showcases a nineconcert series featuring 15 world-renowned artists hailing from England, Russia, Spain, Paraguay, France, Brazil, the U.S., Chile, and Belgium. Martha Masters opens the Festival at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, in the Cohan Center, followed by the highly-acclaimed Los Angeles Guitar Quartet performing at 8 p.m. Concert tickets range from $10 to $39. Master classes are $10 each. All tickets may be purchased at the Performing Arts Center Ticket Office, by phone at (805) 756-4849 or online at www.pacslo.org. For festival information, visit www.laguitarracalifornia.com. Taking a stay-cation this summer? Join the Morro Coast Audubon Society for a morning of sun and fun at the Sweet Springs Nature Preserve on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will help Audubon remove invasive veldt grass to prepare the site for planting with native plants in the future. Meet up at the corner of 4th and Ramona in Los Osos. Audubon will provide plenty of tools, tips and munchies, including watermelon, the signature fruit of summer! Bring gloves if you have them and dress in layers for changeable weather. For more information or to RSVP, call 239-3928 or e-mail [email protected]. Versatile acoustic guitarist and wine country favorite Martin Paris will be featured in the next Songwriters at Play showcase taking place at Alegria Wine and Ware, 942 Chorro St. in San Luis Obispo, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10. Paris is a talented and well-rounded guitarist who takes you on an instrumental journey. He presents a versatile array of original material, blending styles of pop, folk, blues, ballads and Celtic arrangements. This show is intended for guests 21 and up. Contact Alegria Wine and Ware at (805) 544-2100 for more information. Thousands of books for all tastes will be on sale at the Arroyo Grande Library on Saturday, Aug. 10, beginning at 10 a.m. Choose from a large selection of hardcover and paperback novels and non-fiction, including biography, history, self-help, and science books, as well children’s books and a large offering of specially-priced art books and collectibles. The sale runs until 3:30 p.m. Here’s a chance to pick up some terrific bargains. The Library is located at 800 West Branch. All proceeds from the sale are used by the Friends of the Arroyo Grande Library to support children’s reading programs, new book purchases, magazine subscriptions and other programs of benefit to the community. Contact Marv Seid at (805) 474 8538 for more information. Songwriters at Play invites the public to come experience the storytelling folk duo Misner and Smith, who will be performing in two shows on the Central Coast in the near future. The first show takes place on Sunday, Aug. 11, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd. in Paso Robles. The second, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 12, will be hosted by Bon Temps Creole Café, 1000 Olive St. in San Luis Obispo. There is no cover charge and the show is appropriate for all ages. Twin Cities Community Hospital is proud to announce its next complimentary seminar offered to the public. The Head and Neck Seminar: Detecting Cancer Early will be taught by the Medical Arts Center’s Ear Nose & Throat Specialist and Otolaryngologist Dr. David Levin on Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. The seminar will cover typical issues encountered with skin, throat and neck cancer including treatment options and preventative measures to avoid such cancers. A question and answer segment with Dr. Levin will follow. Attendees will gather at the Founders’ Pavilion, inside the Morgan Conference Center at 1220 Las Tablas Rd. in Templeton. The Founders’ Pavilion is located west of the main entrance at Twin Cities Community Hospital. To RSVP, call (805) 4344965. For information about Twin Cities Community Hospital, visit www.twincitieshospital.com. The Shell Café, located at 1351 Price St. in Pismo Beach, will play host to a Songwriters at Play showcase from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, featuring San Luis Obispo’s own Mark Davis. Fans of David Gray and George Harrison will find much to like in Davis’s moody, hypnotic, yet somehow uplifting sound. There will be no cover charge for this event, and all ages may attend. The Songwriters at Play concert series continues its showcase of quality music with an outstanding lineup for its show on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Laetitia Winery, 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr. in Arroyo Grande. The show will consist of three 45-minute sets from artists currently residing on the Central Coast: Bob and Wendy, Caroline Hausted, and Valerie Johnson with Al B Blue. Feel free to bring a picnic to enjoy the wonderful setting and music. This event is appropriate for all ages, and there will be no cover charge. BLACKFISH (PG-13) Daily: 1:30, 4:15, 7:00 LOVELACE (R) Daily except Sat: 1:30, 4:15, 7:00 Sat: 1:30, 4:00 THE WAY WAY BACK (PG-13) Daily: 1:30, 4:15, 7:00 24 • Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 Living HEALTHY SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Local Non-Profits Raising Money Out of Thin Air T he San Luis Obispo Tiger Boosters have been working with a new method of fundraising for about the past year. They are using Viking Capital’s Charitable Giving through Merchant Services (CGMS) program to meet and exceed their annual fundraising goals. This fundraising program is turning the industry upside down. Now you can give without affecting your bottom line. Viking’s CGMS program will not only match your current credit card rates and fees penny for penny, but will re-direct funds that are generally paid as commission every month to the charity of the businesses choice. This no-nonsense charitable donation will continue as long as your business processes with Viking does The Boosters have been so pleased with the results thus far, that Viking is offering the CGMS program to all Central Coast non-profits and businesses. Viking has chosen SLO businesses and its non-profits to be part of their first ever media blitz. During the first two weeks of August, Viking and its current partners – Woods Humane Society, Avila Jr. Guards, SLO Tiger Boosters- will use radio, newspapers, and TV to support the Viking Cares for SLO campaign. Thursday, August 8 from 6 to 8 p.m., Viking will host a meet and greet at Scotty’s Bar and Grill in Pismo Beach to thank current nonprofit and business partners as well as answer any questions with potential new partners. CGMS is a great way for a business to give back to non-profit they are passionate about. To learn more about Viking and their CGMS program, visit www.vikingcaresforslo.com or contact Steve Long, Director of Sales Central Coast, at 805-441-1697 or send an email to Slong@ vikingfinancial.com. Tolosa Press • August 8 – 14, 2013 • 25 COMMUNITY SERVICES GUIDE TERRY MERLO, FINANCIAL SERVICES PROFESSIONAL As a licensed agent of New York Life Insurance Company and a registered representative of NYLIFE Securities LLC, I offer a variety of products that can help you meet a number of insurance and financial needs. I invite you to contact me about the insurance and financial products I can offer, and for an in-depth discussion of your financial goals. CA Ins. Lic. #0C59583 • 1000 S. Broadway, Suite A, Santa Maria (805)-614-9507 • www.terrymerloinsurance.com Relax the Back we encourage you to come to our back store and learn how to be proactive about your spinal health. We offer products that create 24-hour solutions, from the time you wake up, to the time you go to bed. With products like of ergonomic chairs, massage chairs, lumbar supports to our complete line of Tempur-Pedic® mattresses, pillows, and accessories. Our knowledgeable staff will assist you in doing whatever it takes to put you into a proper supported posture at home, at work or in your car. www.relaxtheback.com/ stores/san-luis-obispo 805-788-0220 445 Madonna Rd Ste A The Skin Stop It’s Time You Get SKIN-educated, Our Goals: 1.Keep your skin free of skin conditions including breakout, sensitivity, pigmentation, etc. 2.Educate you how to take better care of your skin 3. Services for Men– Your skin is important too! 4. Customize every visit to you and your needs. We offer Skin Treatments, Waxing, Makeup, Interactive Workshops, and Professional Skin Care & Make Up Available. Call About Our Intro Specials! Like us on Facebook 805-549-3792 645 Main St. Morro Bay and 177 Santa Rosa 26 • Tolosa Press • STAY and PLAY August 8 – 14, 2013 SPECIAL S ADVERTISING SECTION Late Summer Blues? Morro Bay’s Just Getting Started ummer is the time for festivals and celebrations of food, wine and music on the Central Coast. But in Morro Bay the fun begins late in the season, as the biggest festivals of the year are scheduled for September and October. The 7th Annual Morro Bay Avocado and Margarita Festival will celebrate the world’s best avocados grown right here on the Central Coast and the best in local live music on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14 and 15. Admission is just $2 a person and there will be fantastic avocado dishes fi xed up by local restaurants, numerous arts & crafts vendors, tequila Margaritas and live music from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 10:30 to 4 Sunday. Scheduled bands include rock with Shameless, blues with the Dave Miller Band and Lenny Blue, oldies with Joey V and the Bringing Back Band, and Motown and reggae with Bobby Santa Cruz and Al Shival plus special guest Jill Knight. The Margarita Man will be on hand serving up frozen concoctions that’ll help you hang on along with specialty beers and local wines to wash down some of the best dishes Morro Bay’s 50-plus restaurants have to offer. Known for its quality fruit, the local avocado industry harvests some 10 million pounds of avocados every week. Local growers will be on hand to reveal their secrets and offer samples, and will have fresh fruit for sale in a most unique farmer’s market. The Avocado and Margarita Festival is sponsored by the Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce and is a benefit for the Morro Bay High School Music Boosters Club, which supports music education in local schools. The Avocado and Margarita Festival takes place in the heart of the waterfront at 714 Embarcadero adjacent to the famous Giant Chessboard. See: http:// avomargfest.com for complete information. The 32nd Annual Morro Bay Harbor Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday Oct. 5 and 6 on the north end of the Embarcadero. This signature event celebrates the working waterfront, Morro Bay’s maritime history and culture, commercial fishing and the bounty of the Pacific. The event is a fundraiser for numerous local nonprofit groups who provide the hundreds of volun- Tolosa Press teers to staff the festival. Over its lifetime, the Harbor Festival has raised more than $500,000 for local non-profits and for many it’s their largest fundraiser of the year. Masses, Celtic rock’n’roll with The Young Dubliners, house and rhythm with The Mother Hips, progressive bluegrass with Hot Buttered Rum and 80’s cover band Fast Times. See the Website (www. Local restaurants, microbreweries and wineries will mbhf.com) for a complete schedule. be on hand in the Seafood, Wine and Beer Court. Saturday, Oct. 19 is the 2nd Annual Morro Bay Beer tasting starts at $10 which includes a commem- Oyster Festival, a fundraiser for OPTIONS Famorative glass. ily of Services and will bring together live music, The Morro Bay Commercial Fishermen’s Organiza- fine wine and beer, locally grown oysters and a tion will barbecue fresh albacore and there will be line up of young progressive bands all in grassy dozens of arts & crafts and food vendors among other comfort at the Morro Bay Golf Course. The event special events like Giovanni’s Down the Hatch Oys- runs from noon to 8 p.m. and is among the biggest ter Eating Contest and the Hawaiian Shirt Contest productions of the year. sponsored by The Bay News and the Aloha Shirt Co. Morro Bay Oyster Company will provide its sucThe Central Coast Maritime Museum will display its culent oysters grown in the Back Bay within sight collection of artifacts and environmental and con- of the festival. These are some of the biggest and servation groups will educate visitors on the impor- most renowned oysters on the West Coast and tance of protecting the marine environment. A Kids will be prepared by local restaurants. Carnival Cove with games, prizes, bounce houses, The music line up includes electronic hi-hop singand a train ride provides family fun activities. ers Vokab Kompany from San Diego; San FrancisAdvanced discount tickets are available online now co’s Gypsy rock ambassadors, Diego’s Umbrella; through Sept. 20, see: www.mbhf.com for informa- Electronica dance music group TROPO; and the tion on ticket and motel packages. Adult advanced dynamic, He’s My Brother She’s My Sister. tickets are $8 a person ($10 at the gate), 2-days tickets Tickets are $24 a person ($28 at the gate) and inare $15 and event T-shirts are $14 (extra large $18). clude a souvenir water bottle. On-site parking and Kids 5-12 years old are $5 and under-5 are free. shuttles (with no lines) available. See: http://cenOrganizers say this is the best musical line up in years tralcoastoysterfestival.com to order tickets. including blues-rock with Danielle LoPresti and the • August 8 – 14, 2013 • 27 SCN • Volume 7 • Issue 48 • August 8 – 14, 2013 • SLO City News
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