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Arts Outreach releases ‘The Real Men Cookbook’ to help offset lost funding Organization in survival mode during year of COVID-19 pandemic By Raiza Giorgi
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rts Outreach would have otherwise been having the best year of its 40-year existence, celebrating with many gatherings and fundraisers, including an ’80s theme prom planned for last May. “Clearly none of that happened,” said Sandie Mullin, executive director of Arts Outreach. Arts Outreach began in 1980 with five volunteer artists as an arts-in-schools program, placing artists in the classrooms to teach and perform. It has grown over the years into a collaboration of more than 70 talented and professional artists. Members teach dance classes to children in pre-school, bring artists and programs to all the schools in the Santa Ynez Valley and offer after-school programs and seasonal workshops and performances. “There are so many people that grew up in the valley that never even knew that Arts Outreach touched their lives in some form or another,” Mullin said. Mullin said the start of 2020 was great and they were looking forward to celebrating their many years of hosting art programs with alumni and their supporters. Then COVID-19 happened and like the rest of the world, everything came to a standstill. “We suspended all our programs because like
Photo by Heather Daenitz Visit SYV lit up the iconic windmill on Alisal Road to spread holiday cheer.
Photos contributed Arts Outreach began in 1980 with five volunteer artists as an arts-in-schools program, placing artists in the classrooms to teach and perform.
Visit SYV brings festive light to windmill on Alisal Road Staff Report
V Kalyra Winemaker Mike Brown and Nick DiCroce paired their wine with a "Kangaroo Kurry" for a past Real Men Cook event. Their recipe is listed in "The Real Men Cookbook."
everyone else, we didn’t know much about this illness and wanted to protect our kids and our volunteers,” Mullin said. Arts Outreach shifted from celebrating to surviving.
“Most of the grants that we typically get have either been suspended or the funding shifted to health and human services, which is totally understandable,” Mullin said. “Thankfully our COOKBOOK CONTINUED TO PAGE 22
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isit the Santa Ynez Valley (VisitSYV) aims to bring a little more light and joy to the holiday season this year by lighting up the iconic windmill on Alisal Road in Solvang. Located at 436 Alisal Road, the windmill is a beloved icon in the Danish village of Solvang. Commissioned by Ray Paaske and completed in 1963, the design was inspired by a mill on Zealand, near Copenhagen in Denmark*. Owned today by local resident and business owner, Max Handberg, VisitSYV approached Hanberg with the idea of decorating the windmill, which has been a longtime visitor-favorite for WINDMILL CONTINUED TO PAGE 22
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Parole denied for man convicted in Buellton road-rage death By Janene Scully
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ix months after California’s governor commuted Louis Arthur Calvin’s prison sentence, the former Solvang resident has been denied parole and will remain incarcerated for at least another three years. Santa Barbara County District Attorney Joyce Dudley on Friday announced the Parole Board’s decision following the hearing at San Quentin State Prison. In 2006, a Santa Barbara County jury convicted Calvin, now 61, for the shooting death of Wayne Shaw, 49, in Buellton on March 16, 2005, during what authorities described as a road-rage incident. After the trial, the court sentenced Calvin to
serve 32 years to life in prison. In June, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced he had commuted Calvin’s sentence despite objections from prosecutors. The commutation entitled Calvin, who had served roughly half of his original sentence, the parole hearing held Friday. The hearing was conducted by video and included opposition statements from the victim’s family members and Supervising Deputy District Attorney Scott Donahue. The Parole Board denied Calvin’s release for at least another three years. Calvin previously wasn’t eligible for parole until March 2030. Noozhawk North County editor Janene Scully can be reached at jscully@noozhawk.com.
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s 2020 comes to a close (we did it!) I want to say thank you to all of our advertisers and readers for your loyal patronage to the Santa Ynez Valley Star. I appreciate and value everyone who has placed an advertisement or picked up and read an issue with us this year because that is the lifeblood of the Star. Without your support I am not sure we would have made it through this trying year. We are not attached to a large newspaper conglomerate — we are probably the smallest of the small and that is just fine. I am proud that my employees and freelancers work out of their homes, and because of your support they were able to stay home with their families and children sorting out school schedules and such. I will say that I never have worked as hard in my life, balancing my duties as mother to two young children who needed me especially during transitioning to distance learning, and a business owner. As we enter 2021, this is the fifth year for the SYV Star, and most small businesses don’t even make it this far, let alone having to deal with ramifications of COVID-19. I am thankful and grateful to have made it this far. There have been a number of small businesses in the valley that have closed for good because of this pandemic, and it’s heartbreaking to learn more are close to being there. I hope that you understand the power of buying local as much as possible, even
advertising local, because those dollars get funneled back into the community. More than ever our local shops and restaurants need your patronage to be able to stay afloat, amid being burdened with lockdowns. The large corporations can weather the storm, but $25, $50 can mean everything to a small business trying to keep an employee or keeping the lights on. The SYV Star is not immune from these effects either. A lot of our advertising comes from the many events that were canceled this year, and you might have noticed that our page count has wavered a bit, but I am focused on making sure this little newspaper gets out! Local news is more important now more than ever to keep people informed of what is happening and resources for individuals and businesses. I also believe that sharing what good people and organizations are doing to help our community is vital, because it spreads hope and joy. The SYV Star aims to focus on the good of our community and bring people together. I hope that we will have a rebuilding of all the wonderful things our community is about in the coming year. Let’s celebrate this beautiful place we call home and be a leader for the county of what perseverance looks like.
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Mobile app could help those caught up in criminal justice system
Public Defender's Office aims to create mode for easier access to services, resources Staff Report
F File Photo A Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society veterinarian gives Simona the miniature poodle some hands-on attention during a checkup.
Increase in canine respiratory and parvovirus seen in county Staff Report
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anta Barbara County Animal Services has noted a recent uptick of cases of canine respiratory disease and parvovirus infection in the Santa Maria area. The owners of dogs and puppies are advised to consult their veterinarians to ensure their animals are current on recommended vaccines and are informed about how to keep them safe and healthy. Canine parvovirus is an extremely infectious virus that is present year-round in the environment. This virus can cause very serious disease and death in dogs and puppies. Symptoms of this disease include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Puppies are at greatest risk of contracting the virus, as their immune systems are not yet fully developed. “The chances of a dog or puppy becoming infected with parvovirus are greatly reduced with proper vaccination,� said Dr. Ginger White, director of Shelter Medicine for Santa Barbara County Animal Services. “Not only can a simple vaccine potentially save your pet’s life, but it can save thousands of dollars in veterinary expenses and heartbreak for dog owners.� Because they are higher risk for contracting parvovirus, puppies should be restricted
from public outdoor areas until their vaccination series is completed at approximately 16 weeks of age. Most often, the parvovirus vaccine is combined with Distemper virus and Adenovirus type 2 vaccines, but this can vary. There are multiple different infectious agents that can cause respiratory disease in dogs and puppies. There are vaccinations available to help prevent many, but not all, of these infections. Dogs who are boarded, go to dog parks/ beaches, group training, grooming, dog shows, and group walks are considered to be at a higher risk for infectious respiratory disease. It is recommended that these dogs be vaccinated against infectious respiratory diseases caused by: n Canine distemper n Adenovirus type 2 n Bordetella bronchiseptica n Parainfluenza virus n Both types of canine influenza virus (H3N2 and H3N8). Although vaccinations are generally very effective, they do not provide complete protection from infection in every dog.
ollowing a competitive application process, the Santa Barbara County Public Defender’s Office has been selected to partner with Code for America’s Fellowship Program to facilitate the creation of a mobile app envisioned to enhance client access to available services and resources. Recognizing the often-insurmountable challenges individuals face after an entanglement with the criminal justice system, the objective is to improve quality of life and reduce recidivism for justice-impacted residents of Santa Barbara County. “If people are given a chance to address their individual challenges, they may find themselves not entangled in the criminal justice system,� said Tracy Macuga, Santa Barbara County public defender. “We need to build and develop sustainable partnerships with all potential community stakeholders to better address the complex needs of our indigent population and ensure clients have access to resources,� Macuga said. Suffering a criminal punishment often carries far more devastating collateral consequences than the court sanction itself. Individuals frequently lose their homes or jobs and are worse off than before the initial arrest. Many who are arrested suffer from mental illness or substance use disorder, which can
complicate criminal proceedings, as well as their re-entry, if not properly addressed. The goal of a mobile app is to give clients who are actively involved in the criminal justice system a roadmap to easily navigate and access an array of quality, long-term mental health and substance use services. The services exist, but knowing where to start, which apply, etc., can be overwhelming, creating gaps in services and leaving people vulnerable. Recognizing this gap and need for ease of access to services, the public defender pursued and was selected by the Code for America Fellowship program. The fellows at Code for America will work closely with the Public Defender’s Office over a ninemonth period to design and implement the mobile app. “Access to services can be transformed by utilizing technology,� said Deepak Budwani, chief financial and administrative officer for the Santa Barbara County Public Defender. “Clients would have a one-stop shop of available resources to navigate the criminal justice system, resource pamphlets and information materials. “Additionally, services available to clients in the community would seamlessly be accessible and would even list the availability of services at those locations.� “Our fellows work with local government to create systems interventions where inequity lies at the root,� said Hasim Mteuzi, associate director of Code for America’s Fellowship program. “In this way, we bring the margin to the center.�
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PG&E offers safety, energy-saving tips for holidays Staff Report
A Photo contributed Jim Thomas is sworn in as a Solvang City Councilman during a special meeting on Nov. 30. Thomas takes over the remaing two-year term of the recalled Chris Djernaes.
Former Sheriff Jim Thomas takes new seat on Solvang City Council By Raiza Giorgi
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ormer Santa Barbara County Sheriff Jim Thomas took his oath of office for his new role as councilman for the Solvang City Council at a special meeting on Nov. 30. Thomas took over the remaining two-year term for the ousted councilman Chris Djernaes, who was recalled in the November General Election. The special meeting only took 11 minutes, in which the four council members voted 3-1 adopting a resolution of the outcome of the Measure P2020 vote to recall Djernaes. Councilman Daniel Johnson voted against it. Djernaes was recalled with 86.9 percent of the votes certified by the Santa Barbara County Elections Office. Solvang Mayor Ryan Toussaint asked staff if anyone had ever been recalled with that many votes before, to which City Manager Xenia Bradford said not during her tenure. Toussaint then asked City Attorney Chip Wullbrandt if he remembered election code saying, “I think there’s something in there about a council member being served and usually they shape up before being shipped out?” Wullbrandt responded that usually a council member served with a recall usually corrects their behavior with the citizens and recalls typically don’t get very far. “In this instance, you had a circumstance where the recallee doubled down on that, the
activity the citizens had complained about,” Wullbrandt said. The recall effort stated in their filing paperwork that Djernaes’ actions and statements have shown “a blatant disregard for the Ralph M. Brown (Open Meetings) Act and the council’s protocols regarding simple rules of common courtesy.” Before the resolution was passed Toussaint jokingly asked Djernaes’ empty chair if he had something to comment. Thomas took his new seat and said he would save comments for a later date. He ended up posting what he was planning to say to the Solvang Strong Facebook group. “Tonight’s event, however, should be a reminder that the citizens of this community, not its elected leaders, have the final say in the policy and direction of the city,” Thomas said. “There may be times when we disagree, but I pledge to listen, study, and work hard to make decisions that are in the best interest of this wonderful city,” he continued. “To the former and current staff and employees of Solvang. . . you know, sometimes, the best way forward is a few steps back. I appreciate all your good thoughts and look forward to working WITH you for the future of Solvang.” Djernaes was not present at the meeting. To watch the meeting in its entirety visit the City’s YouTube page. The new council was officially seated on Dec. 14. Visit the SYV Star website for coverage of their first meeting.
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reduce the amount of time the oven is running. Use the microwave to reheat or cook small portions. n Install a dimmer light switch for the dining room light fixture. Dimming a bulb’s brightness by 10% can double the bulb’s lifespan. Keep the lights off in unused rooms. n Use a dishwasher and scrape plates instead of rinsing with hot water to save energy and money. Wait until there is a full load before starting the dishwasher. And, be sure to stop the appliance before the heated dry cycle; open the door and let your dishes air-dry. Fire safety is critical as it is the peak day for home cooking fires, especially when frying foods. Turkey fryers can easily tip over spilling hot oil across a large area. Customers should only use turkey fryers outdoors on a sturdy, level surface away from things that can burn. PG&E also asks customers to adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local guidelines to help protect communities from COVID-19 during the holidays. Wear a mask in public settings, avoid close contact by staying at least 6 feet apart (about 2 arms’ length) from anyone not in the same household, and wash hands often with soap and water. For more ways to stay safe this holiday season, visit www.pge.com/safety.
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anta Barbara County residents can purchase Blue Shield or Anthem Blue Cross health insurance plans through the Covered California marketplace, which has open enrollment available through Jan. 31. Anyone with a life change, such as a change in employment, can sign up anytime, but the annual open enrollment period allows all consumers to sign up or change their plans. According to the state, 2021 plan premiums are expected to increase 0.5%, significantly less than previous years. Most people who purchase Covered California health insurance plans qualify for some subsidies, either through federal or state government, which reduce the cost of monthly premiums. The state estimates 60,000 Central Coast residents are eligible for subsidies or no-cost Medi-Cal coverage, according to statements from Covered California officials Monday. Certified enrollment counselors and independent insurance agents can help consumers research the health insurance plans available, and there is detailed information available on the website, https://www.coveredca.com/, and the Shop and Compare tool, https://apply. coveredca.com/lw-shopandcompare/. Applying for a Covered California health plan automatically checks eligibility for Medi-Cal, the state Medicaid program, which allows sign-ups year-round. Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo county Medi-Cal programs are administered through CenCal Health. Santa Barbara County reported 4,190 people enrolled in Covered California health insurance plans as of February, with 90% in Blue Shield of California plans and 9.8% in Anthem Blue Cross plans. About 48% chose bronze-level plans and about 42% chose silver-level plans, which have higher monthly premiums and lower co-pay costs than the bronze plans. State officials said Monday that the most-ever Californians are currently enrolled in the marketplace, with 1.5 million people signed up,
and that includes about 290,000 people who have signed up since the novel coronavirus pandemic started. “The insurance-related impacts of the recession are evident in changes in where consumers are going when they leave Covered California,” according to a state report. “A much smaller share of consumers are leaving for job-based coverage (only 15% compared to the pre-COVID rate of 55%), more are enrolling in Medi-Cal as they lose income, and a greater share of consumers are leaving to become uninsured — a troubling indicator of unaffordability of even subsidized coverage in tough economic times.” Statewide unemployment was reported at 11.8% in September, and Santa Barbara County reported a rate of 8.9% — higher than August but lower than the spring months, when there were more widespread business closures, according to the UCSB Economic Forecast Project. California continues to have a state mandate for health coverage, with tax penalties for people who are uninsured, but the Affordable Care Act’s federal mandate has been eliminated. As state officials noted Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday in the case of Texas vs. California, an ACA-related case. “The case centers on the question of whether Congress’s decision to reduce the individual mandate penalty to zero invalidates the entire law,” state officials, including Covered California executive director Peter Lee, said in a statement. “A decision to invalidate the Affordable Care Act could have a significant effect on consumers by jeopardizing the federal subsidies that help bring the cost of health insurance coverage within reach to not only 1.3 million Californians, but many more across the nation; the protections for the 133 million Americans with pre-existing conditions; the Medicaid expansion; Medicare prescription savings; critical health programs to fight the COVID-19 pandemic; and a range of other programs.” Noozhawk managing editor Giana Magnoli can be reached at gmagnoli@noozhawk.com.
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Hartmann needs to step up and represent us
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ear Supervisor Hartmann, I wish you would show some leadership and represent us against Gov. Newsom’s illegal, and unnecessary, latest round of shutdowns. I’m sure you have seen he doesn’t even follow his own rules, having been caught several times by news people breaking them. You know the number of critical care beds available in our county is still 43% open. It is only because we have been lumped in with
counties in Southern California that the region numbers are so low. These are areas 300 miles from us. These are not our area hospitals’ numbers! Your actions are destroying what is left of small businesses, just like you destroyed Vista De Las Cruces School when you shut down the oil industry. Your extreme positions do have terrible, detrimental effects, hurting many families, small businesses and children. Gov. Newsom has been taken to court three
times now and has lost his case. He has not only been told his mandates regarding these COVID-19 closures are unconstitutional, he has also been forbidden to make any more. Yet he continues to defy the law. You, as an attorney, should certainly know this. I hope you will step forward as a leader representing us, Joan, and defy this terrible mandate. It is up to us, the citizens, to protect our older loved ones, and to be careful and safe. It is not up to the government to shut us down. In fact,
you again as an attorney know this. There is also no science to back this draconian shutdown. There is more and more mounting evidence about how the shutdown is much worse than the COVID-19 virus, which has a survival rate in those 70 and younger of 99.8 percent. Please help us! Bill Giorgi Gaviota
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The Book Loft holds 50th anniversary celebration Solvang business the oldest independent bookstore in county under continuous ownership By Pamela Dozois
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his year marks the 50th anniversary of The Book Loft in Solvang, the oldest independent bookstore under continuous ownership in Santa Barbara County. A traditional Open House, which has always been held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, was coupled with its 50th anniversary celebration, which had been planned for April 2, but due to COVID-19, was postponed to Friday, Nov. 20. The event was attended by members of the community and store staff, who gathered in the courtyard to celebrate the occasion. Solvang City Councilman Robert Clarke presented Kathy Mullins, owner of The Book Loft with a banner and gave a small speech saying, “The Book Loft is the heart of the community and a special place where locals and tourists can browse. I love this place.” Glasses were then raised in a toast by all in Mullins’ honor. Solvang Bakery’s Susan Halme and her head baker of 40 years, Armando Uribe, created a custom-made gingerbread house of The Book Loft which is on display in the store. The Book Loft’s longest-tenured employee is Elaine Revelle, who has been with the store since 1977. She was presented with a bouquet of white roses by Lynne Hemming, Mullins’ daughter. Kathy Mullins has been the proprietor and the main book buyer, along with her late husband Gary, since the doors opened in the spring of 1970. The couple had moved to the Santa Ynez Valley in the early 1960s. They loved the area so much they wanted to find a way to stay. When asked how they came to open a bookstore in Solvang, Mullins said that she “could not remember who came up with the idea,” but recalls “the idea quickly became a subject of our
The custom-made gingerbread house of The Book Loft can be seen inside the store.
Photos by Pamela Dozois Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Book Loft are, from left, Lynn Hemming, Heidi Honeyman, Heather McCollum, owner Kathy Mullins, Solvang City Councilman Robert Clarke, Paige Jackson, Elaine Revelle, Ed Gregory, Echo Molina, Ali Heath and Dawn Le Fever.
Solvang Bakery's Susan Halme and her head baker of 40 years, Armando Uribe, created a custom-made gingerbread house of The Book Loft. Pictured from left are Uribe, Kathy Mullins, and Halme.
Solvang City Councilman Robert Clarke presented a banner to The Book Loft owner Kathy Mullins and her two daughters to commemorate the Solvang bookstore's 50th anniversary. Pictured from left are Lynne Hemming, Heather McCollum, Mullins and Clarke.
after-dinner conversations. I guess we started the bookstore because we thought the town needed one. We convinced ourselves that if we didn’t try to open one, we might later regret not taking the chance.” “My Mom and Dad created, built and sustained a family business which we are so proud of, in a community which we love and which also supports us,” said Hemming. The initial location of The Book Loft was in a small space up a narrow staircase above Na-
talie’s Doll House in the Rasmussen Building on Alisal Road. After a modest success, during its first two years in operation, it became apparent that to prosper and grow, the store needed to expand and relocate to a street level. With the help of realtor Fil Condit, the Mullins were able to purchase a piece of land on Mission Drive and retained Dallas Brown, an architect and one of their earliest customers, to design the building in Danish Provincial architecture. The building was completed in 1974. Over time, it grew into one
of the community’s most treasured institutions, still thriving 50 years later. “Over the years we’ve had so many wonderful people who worked at The Book Loft,” Mullins said. “There is a lot of detail involved working at a bookstore and it takes time to learn. Our current staff is exceedingly well rounded when it comes to books, competent and eager to assist. I’m very happy to work with these people. “The Book Loft has given me over the past 50 years a wonderful sense of community,” Mullins continued. “Interacting with the public and sharing my love of books in this beautiful Valley has been and continues to be a blessing.” The Book Loft is at 1680 Mission Drive, Solvang, and houses the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, along with new releases, rare and antiquarian books and a children’s section filled with books, puzzles and games. For more information, call 805-688-6010 or visit bookloftsolvang.com.
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U.S. Green Building Council honors Chumash Casino Resort receives 2020 Leadership Award for progress toward zero waste distinction Staff Report
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he Chumash Casino Resort joined Vanderbilt University, Detroit’s expansive TCF Center and seven others as recipients of the U.S. Green Building Council’s 2020 Leadership Awards, which were announced last week during the closing event at the Greenbuild Virtual conference. The USGBC described this year’s award recipients as being “at the forefront of green building and working to advance healthy, resilient and equitable buildings and communities.” “Our 2020 Leadership Award recipients understand that by investing in healthy, green buildings and communities we are not only improving quality of life for people, but we are also taking steps to strengthen our businesses and economy,” said Mahesh Ramanujam, president and CEO, USGBC and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) “These recipients are an inspiration and celebrating their achievements is a bright spot during a year that has challenged us all. Their work reminds us to be hopeful and stay the
Photo contributed The Chumash Casino Resort joined Vanderbilt University, Detroit's expansive TCF Center and seven others as recipients of the U.S. Green Building Council's 2020 Leadership Awards.
course, because a commitment to green building will be a key part of rebuilding a better world.” The Chumash Casino Resort was recognized in part for its innovative approach to diverting waste and its TRUE Silver Zero Waste certification, which was granted by GBCI in 2019. The virtual ceremony touted the progress the Chumash Casino Resort has made in its quest for zero waste distinction.
“From 2004 to 2018, the resort reduced its total waste stream from 7.2 million pounds per year to 3.2 million,” Ramanujam said. “During the same period, it also increased recycling from 6% to 90%, established a food donation program to support local seniors, and developed a public education campaign highlighting best practices for the community.” USGBC says the Leadership Award recipients
represent public and private sector leaders who have shown a commitment to LEED, as well as improving Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance, enhancing citywide sustainability and resilience, and introducing innovative waste management solutions. “It’s an honor to be recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council for our zero waste accomplishments,” said Kenneth Kahn, Tribal Chairman for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, in a statement following the virtual event. “We’re proud to be mentioned among such innovative groups and individuals who share our commitment to protecting the environment.” For more than a quarter century, USGBC has been defining global standards for designing, constructing and operating healthy, resilient and sustainable buildings and spaces through LEED. LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is the world’s most widely used green building rating system and promotes strategies that reduce environmental impact, enhance human health and support economic development. USGBC’s Leadership Award recipients are a model for how LEED and other sustainability practices can be used to improve communities, support business, and contribute to a better future for all.
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Sifting through facts and ‘true’ stories in family research By Sheila Benedict Contributing Writer
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hristmas is right around the corner and probably the best gift this year is to be able to spend it with family. As stated in many of these columns, genealogy is family. Regardless of ethnic background, current religion, and life status, genealogy will often poke holes in what you think you know about your family. Right now, I am working three rather difficult cases: a probate in another country, DNA results that changed direct family lines, and a search for family and friends to accurately and reliably fill in some spaces on a family tree. In many cases, people will interview family members and whatever they are told, they believe. As a former instructor in a community college program, where I taught oral history techniques, I can professionally tell you that most interviews are only, if you are lucky, 50% accurate. The rest is often family lore handed down generation to generation and modified as it changed hands. Every-
thing, and I mean every thing, that is told to you or written down somewhere needs to have source citations to prove what is fact versus fiction. I have experienced some pretty interesting and fictional stories during these past 30-plus years. An example was a man who sent me a box of papers and said his grandfather was married to two women and they lived across the road from each other. After going through all the papers, line by line in some cases, then looking up much of it in online databases, contacting a historical and a genealogical society in the locale,
checking vital records, and other types of source documents, it was established accurately through reliable sources there was only one house, one wife and one family group. In addition, he gave me women with the same name and children with the same names. When I contacted the client and told him of my findings, he did not believe me. Rather than argue in a no-win argument, I typed up a report, packed all the papers back in the box, issued a refund of the fee he sent, and returned all of it to him. The evidence was clear and he just did not want
to believe what was located. He would rather spend the rest of his days telling people about his bigamist grandfather. Another example was a woman whose grandmother told her there was a particular tribe’s reservation in one of the northern U.S. states and she was from there. The client wanted more information but not finding any, I contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the state historical society where both told me there are scattered people from a lot of different tribes, but no reservation for that particular one. When I told my client her grandmother might have lived in that state but not on a reservation, she said, and I quote: “If my grandmother said it, it’s true.” Have a great Christmas, hopefully with your family and a Happy New Year 2021! Sheila Benedict is a professional forensic and family genealogist. She is the author of Research in California, which she wrote in 2015 for the National Genealogical Societies Research in the States Series and writes articles in a variety of genealogical society newsletters and magazines.
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She’s no stranger to the stage as she has performed in the valley for His career includes images of naturalHer disasprocess is definitely working, because Story by Raiza Giorgi various the national anthem at Fourth of July and porters, Super Bowls and Hollywood’s the biggest 22-year-old from Solvang won her functions-singing first Photos by George Rose traying Poppins in last year’s production with the Arts Outreach celebrities. World Cup gold medal in Acapulco onMary March Summer Theater. Rose started his professional journey 19. more This popular eorge Rose loves to post pictures of the than 40 years ago when he was in college, “I keep my pre-shooting routine going and event along with Teen Dance Star are now in their seventh to season of crowning hardworking students, and creator and executive Santa Ynez Valley landscape, especially studying art history. He fell into photography I’ve met with sports psychologists help me Photo contributed producer Lambert, a former valley resident, talks about his efforts. along Armour Ranch Road where new while he was a copy messenger for the withProgmy mental focus and staying calm.Joe It can Solvang native Ashley Carroll father, Charlie “I am to really and humbled bycredits their her hard work andCarroll, what’swith instilling in her the love of shooting clays and a blacktop paving contrasts starkly with the epic ress Bulletin, a small newspaper in Pomona. be hard when you have people talking you impressed sense of responsibility and safety around firearms. really amazing landscape of meadows and mountains beyond it. “I used to hang out with the sportsbetween editors,matches, and I really try to pick a is they set their goals to get into the show, or into the top 10 and they keep pursuing their dreams,” Lambert However, his stunning landscapes are just and they helped me with my interestsong in phoand focus on it,” Carroll said. or participating in league events.said. My friends Union High School Carroll has been attending Star drew all around Santa “retirement photos” for Rose, who made an tography. I would make the plates on plastic, Carroll has been trap shooting This sinceyear’s she Teenwould wantcontestants me to go tofrom a party with them andBarbara the University of Colorado and working on at the Arlington Theatre. The finalists award-winning career in photojournalism that which would get transferred onto thewas printing in second grade. It was anCounty activityperforming that I their knewhearts if I didout I wouldn’t get enough rest or her general education. She believes this will weredid Jillian GarnettgetofinSan Marcos School (12th Grade), Elizabeth spanned from the days of spending hours with equipment, and back then it was theshe cusp of her father, Charlie Carroll, and togethtrouble andHigh not be allowed to shoot,” be a big year for her shooting. She moved to of SolvangCarroll Schoolsaid. (7th Grade), James McKernan of BishopColorado Springs to be close to the Olympic film in the darkroom to the more immediate the turning point of technology,” Rose said.is now the coach for thePadfield er. He Santa Ynez High School (12th Trujillo of Dos Pueblos High gratification of making and manipulating digital In the late 1970s and early 1980s Valley Rose Sportsman Association’sDiego Scholastic Trap Grade), shootingNicole has also allowed her to Training Center, which is also the headquarPhoto Daniel Dreifuss (11th Grade), Daniel Geiger of Pioneer Valley High School images. spent six years as a staff photographer forTarget the byProgram, Clay in whichSchool hundreds participate in a sport and travel all around the (11th ters for USA Shooting. She placed second Seventh-grader Padfield of Solvangtwice wowedfor theacrowd with her rendition of “Summertime” by Georgeprimarily Gershwin. 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he Santa Barbara Zoo has begun construction on its newest exhibit, the Australian Walkabout, a 15,000-squarefoot habitat designed to transport guests “Down Under,” where they can walk among the wallabies, kangaroos, emus and native birds. The Australian Walkabout exhibit is anticipated to open to the public in the summer of 2021. Australia is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful and biodiverse countries on the planet, and home to nearly 150,000 species of plants and animals, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Unfortunately, due to climate change, drought, fires, habitat loss and non-native predators, the continent currently has one of the most rapid rates of mammal extinctions worldwide. “The recent megafires in Australia devastated enormous swaths of unique habitat and displaced or cost the lives of an estimated almost 3 billion animals which include native mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs,” explains Dr. Julie Barnes, native Australian and vice president of animal care & health of the Santa Barbara Zoo. “While the full extent of the long-term impact on the country’s biodiversity as a result of these devastating bushfires is unknown, there is no doubt that many native species are at increased risk of extinction or becoming threatened due to habitat loss. This new exhibit will do more than connect people with unique wildlife, it also represents an ongoing connection between our community and dedicated conservation efforts in Australia.” Part of the zoo’s mission is to call attention to the wonders of wildlife and the importance of its conservation,” shared Rich Block, president & CEO of the Santa Barbara Zoo. “The new Australian Walkabout is an adventure aimed to serve as a reminder to us all to take care of the planet’s living treasures ... across the world and in our own backyards.” The Australian Walkabout will be in the former elephant exhibit space where the zoo’s Asian elephants, Sujatha and Little Mac, spent 45 years together until their passing in 2018 and 2019, respectively. The new exhibit is specifically designed to put guests right in the middle of the action, exploring open pathways, beautiful landscapes, and seeing some of the most iconic
and unique wildlife representatives from the continent of Australia, including emus, kangaroos and wallabies, in addition to birds native to Australia. Standing at around 6 feet tall, emus are the tallest native bird in Australia and the second tallest living bird in the world (after Africa’s ostrich). These flightless avian speedsters can sprint up to 31 miles per hour, traveling great distances on their long legs to forage for a variety of plants and insects. Bennett’s wallaby is a medium-sized marsupial found along the eastern coast of Australia and on the island of Tasmania. Adults can weigh between 30 and 40 pounds and stand about three feet tall, with males being slightly larger than the females. Their native habitat ranges from eucalyptus forests to open areas adjacent to forests. Western grey kangaroos are in the family of marsupials called Macropodidae (“big foot”), a family of 50 species that includes kangaroos and wallabies, among others. Adult Western grey males weigh in at around 120 pounds, and the females weigh in at around 60 pounds, making them one of the largest macropods. Two aviaries are also planned to adjoin the exhibit, where guests will have the chance to meet three species of native Australian birds, including the sulphur-crested cockatoo, tawny frogmouth and laughing kookaburra. Along with creating a “closer” guest experience, the exhibit will provide opportunities to learn about Australian wildlife and conservation. The zoo is also working with a representative from the Aboriginal nations to incorporate Aboriginal culture and language into the exhibit. The zoo continues to fundraise nearly $3 million for the Australian Walkabout and the public is invited to contribute. All donors who give $1,000+ will be recognized on a donor recognition wall at the Zoo. In addition, naming opportunities are available at the $10,000+ giving level. For more about this giving opportunity, click here or contact Elaine K. Mah Best, Vice President of Advancement & Marketing at emahbest@sbzoo.org. The Santa Barbara Zoo is open with limited capacity. Online ticket reservations are now required for all guests, including Zoo Members, available at www.sbzoo.org.
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Treasure the chance to be ‘with’ each other this Christmas By Pastor Sam Kiser, Crossroads Church
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or me, it’s not Christmas until I see the Agin Family Christmas trees roll into town. When I see the lines of big, tall, short, wide, nobles and every type of fir, that’s when I know it’s Christmas in the valley. Our family goes and picks out a tree there every year. I say every year, but it’s been like three years. Let’s be honest, most of us are so shortsighted that after we do something for three straight years, we’ve done it forever. My wife and I load up our four children and make the long trek ... across the street. This year at the Christmas tree lot, the interactions are somewhat different (for obvious reasons), but the spirit is the same. Families shuffle through the sawdust snow enduring the harsh Central Coast winter to stumble upon their
worthy Christmas bush. The children are in awe and wonder as if dad took out an ax and chopped down a tree straight out of the forest and right on top of the old woody. When in reality, a large man with his two daughters shows you around the lot, tells you the prices, and does all the cutting and loading for you. Sitting around the fire pit waiting for our tree’s fresh-cut, I overheard a gentleman discussing tree sales with Mr. Agin. “Tree sales are up this year?” The man asked. “Yes, and buying a lot earlier this year as well.” Mr. Agin confirmed what the man was already implying. “Well, I guess people want a tree up sooner since they are going to have to be with
each other longer.” It was the “with” comment that caught me off guard. I mean it was true we were there earlier this year, but now I was questioning our motivation. Was it not that my oldest is getting older and is now demanding a Christmas tree to be up as soon as the calendar hits Dec. 1? Was it not that our daughter is turning 1 year old and although it’s her second Christmas it’s really her first? Or was it that if I was going to endure the relationships God had so graced me with I was going to need this twinkling, quilted kid ornament-covered, live (dying) tree to make me happy. Of course, the tree isn’t the tradition. The tradition that has stood the test of time is the “with” portion of the man’s com-
ment, not the tree. Christians have celebrated Christmas for generations as the time when God came to be with us. The New Testament scriptures tell us a story about a young girl who by divine providence is going to have a child. And His name shall be called Emmanuel, “God with us.” Christmas is being with others because God is with us. So although maybe all the trimmings (distractions) that we use to endure the Christmas season are different this year, let us remind ourselves of the reason for the season. Let us decorate our lives with love that endures, stays, and is with us. However, you choose to celebrate this season, make sure you don’t miss each other while being with each other. Don’t let the decor detract you. Rather make a conscious decision to be “with” this Christmas season.
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Love is the gift we need Embrace hope, whether on this Christmas expected or unexpected By The Rev. Dr. Randall C.K. Day
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Is this a Christmas when no one gets what they want? When I was a young child, my grandmother typically gave me underwear for Christmas, saying it was something I needed. But who wants to get something they need for Christmas? This Christmas, though, may be one when we get what we need. One of the themes of our pandemic year is the confusion of what we want and what we need. For many, the crisis of 2020 has been not getting what we want. But not getting what we want may be the best Christmas. It may be the Christmas when we share most closely the experience of Jesus and the Holy Family — and all of the familiar characters in the Christmas story. For Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Christmas was a disruption of their normal lives. They lost contact with family, friends and neighbors. The shepherds lived on the margins. Even the Magi, with their valuable gifts, moved through unknown territory. Christmas, for everyone, was being in harm’s way, being threatened by scarcity and the events of the day. They were dealing with uncertainty. A new community formed at Christmas, not based on affinity, not curated for pleasure, but to hear what needed to be heard and to do what needed to be done.
They heard that enduring, unconditional love undergirds all life on earth — not wealth, not power, not preference, not dogma, not even safety. What needed to be done was welcoming that love into actual human lives that are vulnerable, that live and suffer and die. In a recent interview, the evolutionary anthropologist Augustín Fuentes speaks of love saying, “it is this deep, whole investment in another or others: in other humans; in ideas; in commitments. To love is to take this incredible human capacity for bonding and attachment and apply it wholly and forcefully.” What if we get the gift of loving wholly and forcefully this Christmas? That’s what Christmas really is: love that is central to creating change, love that is public, not private, love that reshapes economic and social inequity, love that is at the heart of every human who wants what is really real (even for those who want much less). So giving up (or having taken away) the wants that usually divert and distract us, accepting the disruption and limitations of this Christmas, may be what we humans all over the globe need, not like other basic needs, not just getting underwear instead of a toy, but need in order to sustain our human species, to sustain the environment, to thrive as a whole creation, the original gift, not only of Christmas, but of God. Is this a Christmas when no one gets what they want? Or is this the Christmas when we all get what we most deeply want, not only for ourselves, but for everyone else as well, world changing love.
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hen Christ was born, he was a promised hope for many people. However, for every single one of them, save maybe his mother Mary, he was not the expected hope. He failed at meeting the expectations of his people, who had been suffering under one oppressive regime after another, and had been crying out for a champion, a chosen one, someone that embodied God’s power who would release them of their perpetual captivity. Instead, they got a poor carpenter from one of their smallest tribes, a man who preached love of enemies and praying for those who persecute you. Jesus was the promised hope, but he was not the expected hope. We are living in a time where our hopes might not be what we expect them to be. Timelines for this pandemic have been continually pushed back, guidelines about navigating our world have changed from one month to the next, and lights at the end of the tunnel end up being more distant than they seem. It’s difficult to come to terms with hope that does not meet our expectations. Frankly, I don’t think we’re well equipped to adjust when hope doesn’t meet our expectations because we’ve grown in a world where expectations are something we’re told we can control. Of course, most of us know that’s not true. The Christmas story is special because it’s a direct response to hope expected. The details of Jesus’ humble birth and origin are intentional. They are meant to disrupt hope
expected so that we might better see the hope that is promised. If the moment at which God chose to be humanly present in our world is through a persecuted tribe, and more specifically, through a humble and poor person in that tribe, than how much more certain can we be that God is with us in our moments of struggle, doubt, pain, suffering and grief. That is the promised hope of Jesus and it’s a hope that is present no matter what our expectations of the world are. However, our disappointment at our expectations not being met can blind us from seeing hope that is promised. We can become so focused on our real or perceived loss and miss how hope is present in the midst of all things. I realize many of you might have different beliefs outside of Christianity and I would not try to persuade you to a particular belief with this message. However, I think there is truth here that all people can find. In a time where we can become so focused on missing out on seasonal expectations, hope, love, kindness and compassion are still present. While we’re apart, there are examples everywhere of how together we still are and how much we continue to love one another. It might not meet our expectations, but hopefully it meets our needs. And truth be told, this realization might be the best gift we can receive during these holidays.
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Theaterfest receives $50,000 donation from Montecito Bank & Trust
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olvang Theaterfest has received a gift of $50,000 from Montecito Bank & Trust (MB&T), designated for IMAGINE! Building the Future – The $4.7 Million Capital Campaign for Solvang Festival Theater. In recognition of this generous gift, Theaterfest will rename its Patron Garden Stage to include the bank’s name. “We are honored by the generosity of Montecito Bank & Trust,” says Chris Nielsen, Solvang Theaterfest board chair. “They have been tremendous partners on this project and have supported so many other businesses and causes here in the valley.” This gift is another example of MB&T’s history of corporate philanthropy in the local communities it serves. The bank annually donates $1.5 million and volunteers more than 7,500 hours to nonprofit organizations in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. “Solvang Theaterfest is a beloved
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fundraising and educational efforts for several other local nonprofits.” After decades of enjoyment, Solvang Festival Theater now requires a renewed investment from the community to sustain its vibrant legacy as a cultural and community anchor for decades to come. Thanks to generous actions such as these from MB&T, to date the capital campaign has reached 59% of its $4.7 million goal. The project will strengthen and modernize the theater, address aging infrastructure, and improve accessibility, technical capability and audience amenities. The construction project is slated to start in the fall of 2021. Solvang Theaterfest looks forward to bringing the magic of live performance in the Theater to the Solvang community and its visitors as soon as possible. For more information please visit www. solvangfestivaltheater.org.
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ShelterBox USA raises over $280K for disaster survivors at virtual event Staff Report
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anta Barbara-based disaster relief organization ShelterBox USA raised more than $280,000 at its first ever virtual event, “An Evening to Experience ShelterBox,” held on Thursday, Nov. 12. The event was hosted by ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray and was live streamed from the ShelterBox USA headquarters in Santa Barbara. Over 1,150 people from across the country registered for the event. The BD Corporation and Yardi Systems served as presenting sponsors. ShelterBox Response Team members were in attendance to share experiences from their field deployments all over the world. During the hour-long event, which also celebrated the 20th anniversary of ShelterBox, powerful stories highlighted the beneficiaries who have received ShelterBox aid. This included families who lost their homes in Vanuatu following Cyclone Harold and from refugees displaced during the COVID-19 pandemic who now living at the Minawao Refugee Camp in Cameroon. Guests of the virtual event were also transported to the frontlines of the crisis in Syria, where ShelterBox has provided more than 250,000 displaced people with emergency shelter and essential household items. ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and life-saving supplies to communities overwhelmed by disaster, including people affected by recent Super Typhoon Goni in the Philippines and Hurricane Eta in Central America. ShelterBox has aid pre-positioned in strategic locations across the world, which enables the organization to ensure the timely deployment of emergency shelter and household items for these recent disasters. Rotary International received the 2020 Global Humanitarian Service Award from
ShelterBox, in recognition of their outstanding partnership throughout the years. In 2000, ShelterBox was first adopted as a millennium project by the Rotary Club of Helston-Lizard (UK) and in 2012, ShelterBox became Rotary International’s first Project Partner and remains the only disaster relief partner. ShelterBox CEO Sanj Srikanthan presented the award to John Hewko, general secretary of Rotary International and the Rotary Foundation. “I am inspired and filled with gratitude by the outpouring of support during our first virtual event. People from across the world came together to learn about and support the lifesaving work of ShelterBox. Whether disaster, conflict, or now a global pandemic, shelter is one of the most profound differences we can make in someone’s life,” said Kerri Murray, president of ShelterBox USA. “During this global pandemic, shelter is critical to reducing the spread of the disease. The emergency shelter provided by ShelterBox enables social distancing by helping to move families out of overcrowded collective centers and to reduce the risk of transmission of the infection by providing families with personal aid items like water filters, blankets and cooking sets and hygiene items. While the work of ShelterBox has become more challenging during the pandemic, it has never been more important to the families we serve. We remain committed to doing everything possible to help shelter more families.” ShelterBox is an official Project Partner of Rotary International. Tax-deductible donations to the organization can be made at www.ShelterBoxUSA.org or by calling 805-608-2400.
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SYV nonprofits get Montecito B&T Community Dividends Awards totaling $1M Local recipients say they are thankful for the support during this trying year Staff Report
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ontecito Bank and Trust kicked off the holiday season on Monday, Nov. 23, with a special annual tradition and a new twist — a virtual Community Dividends celebration. Now in its 18th year, this unique giving program has granted a total of $18 million to local Santa Barbara and Ventura County nonprofits. In lieu of the traditional Thanksgiving meal that is typically shared among nonprofit friends at each year’s celebration luncheon, Montecito Bank and Trust donated 200 turkeys to Central Coast nonprofit organizations, including Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People, Food Share of Ventura County and Manna Conejo Valley. “PHP is honored to have been the recipient of a Michael Towbes Community Impact grant,” said Valerie Kissell, CEO of SYV People Helping People. “This could not have come at a better time for our agency. As this horrific virus runs its course, we have had to make hard decisions even while the need for our services grows. We are so blessed to be a part of such a giving community.” SYV People Helping People got a grant of $25,000 which will bring new resources to their emergency services, food and shelter. The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature received a grant of $2,500 which will help sponsor a year’s worth of virtual programming, according to Executive Director Stacey Otte-Demangate. “This means online lectures, artist panels and art classes,” Otte-Demangate said. “We are so grateful for their investment as it means we can forge ahead with scheduling a great calendar of programs for 2021. Montecito Bank and Trust is such an incredible supporter of our local nonprofits — it’s truly inspiring.” The virtual gathering was filled with over 320 attendees, including Central Coast nonprofits, MB&T associates and media. Recipients received a special hand delivery from bank associates, which included a bottle of celebratory bubbles from several
Photo contributed Wildling Museum of Art and Nature Executive Director Stacey Otte-Demangate said their donation from Montecito Bank and Trust will help support a year's worth of programming.
local wineries and a mask with the message “Choose Kindness,” tying together the theme of supporting and keeping each other safe during these times. Nonprofit leaders cheerfully reconnected through Zoom chat and watched videos showcasing impactful photos of their own teams at work in the community. “Our community has experienced disaster, but this year has been like no other,” said Janet Garufis, Chairman & CEO of Montecito Bank and Trust. “You, our nonprofit community, took your previous experience and quickly mobilized. You activated partnerships and networks to help meet the needs of our community. You are caring for the most vulnerable, healing the sick and the lonely, educating our children, meeting basic needs such as food and rent and lifting our spirits with music and arts that remind us
of the beauty around us. You are an integral part of our community-wide resilience,” The Community Dividends grant program was created in 2003 by Michael Towbes, Montecito Bank & Trust’s late owner and founder, with a primary focus on supporting organizations or programs that serve lowand moderate-income individuals and families in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. Dividends are awarded to organizations that serve youth and education, social services, medical and health services and the arts. The Michael Towbes Community Impact Grant was created in 2019 to honor the legacy of Montecito Bank & Trust’s founder, whose vision inspired the bank’s philanthropic giving programs and made a significant and meaningful impact on the Central Coast communities. This grant is intended to do the same by gifting $100,000
to one or more nonprofits that deliver critical and sustainable services to a large amount of the most vulnerable people in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. In its second year, the Michael Towbes Community Impact Grant was increased to $175,000 due to the overwhelming needs that have arisen from the COVID-19 pandemic, and it was distributed to five organizations that are providing critical community aid during this time. The 2020 recipients were announced on the call and included Child Abuse Listening Mediation, Inc. (CALM), Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA), Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People, Organic Soup Kitchen and Gold Coast Veterans Foundation. The inaugural Jerry Parent Anniversary Grants Legacy Award was also presented at this year’s Community Dividends celebration. “As we prepared for our 45th Anniversary in March, I was thinking not only about the legacy that Mike left, but how this bank came to be,” Garufis shared. “Most people know that Mike was one of the founders of this wonderful bank, but what you may not know, is that if it was not for our other founding board member, Jerry Parent, Montecito Bank & Trust might not be what is today. It was Jerry who invited Mike to invest in the bank over 45 years ago and what better way to celebrate this milestone anniversary than by celebrating our very own Jerry Parent. “Mr. Parent has dedicated 45 years of his leadership and expertise to the bank and local community at large and in his honor the award goes to an organization that creates sustainable change and positive impact just as he has. The 2020 recipient was the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, an organization which Mr. Parent has been supporting and involved in for many years.” Montecito Bank & Trust is the oldest and largest locally owned community bank in the Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Founded in 1975, the bank celebrated its 45th anniversary on March 17 and operates 11 branch offices in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Solvang, Montecito, Carpinteria, Ventura, Camarillo and Westlake Village. Montecito Bank & Trust has a history of unwavering corporate philanthropy in the local communities it serves, annually donating $1.5 AWARDS CONTINUED TO PAGE 23
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his is the second year for Santa Ynez Valley kid Caleb Moon of being the Junior Barrelman for the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo, even though there wasn’t an actual rodeo to be had. This year they are holding the Christmas in the Country, a drive-thru holiday light experience at the Elks Rodeo Grounds Event Center in Santa Maria. Caleb, 10, of Buellton and a student at Solvang Elementary School, takes his job of getting a barrel of laughs seriously, and for a good cause as he will be “Stuffing the Stocking” to raise funds for Golden Circle of Champions. Organizations from surrounding local communities set up light displays for families to enjoy on their 107 acres at the Elks Rodeo grounds. There will also be chances to see Santa and Mrs.
Photos by Robyn Christian Moon Valley kid and Santa Maria Elks Junior Barrelman Caleb Moon and his cousin Kayden Sorenson, who was crowned Miss Mini Rodeo, are "Stuffing the Stocking" for pediatric cancer.
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Women Winemakers Celebration organizers launch virtual raffle Ticket proceeds to benefit Foodbank of Santa Barbara County Staff Report
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he organizers of the annual Santa Barbara County Women Winemakers Celebration (facebook.com/ WomenWinemakersCelebration), the charitable event traditionally held each year on International Women’s Day (March 8), have launched a holiday season virtual raffle to benefit the local nonprofit Foodbank of Santa Barbara County (foodbanksbc.org). Women Winemakers Celebration event participants have donated bottles of wine to the drawing, and tickets for future experiences. All drawing ticket proceeds will be donated to the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County to aid in the organization’s much-needed food distribution efforts stemming from increased demand this year, due in major part to COVID’s effects on the County’s economy. Drawing tickets may be purchased through Dec. 11 at womenwinemakersraffle.eventbrite.com “The holidays and winter months are normally a difficult time for those we serve. This year the economic impact of COVID-19 has created a drastic increase in need. The Foodbank has steadily doubled the amount of food we distribute in a typical year,” said Laurel Alcantar, senior development manager for Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. “We are truly grateful to the Women Winemakers for putting this together and for helping us ensure that everyone in our community has access to healthy food
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this holiday season.” The annual Women Winemakers Celebration brings together a varied sampling of Santa Barbara County’s female winemakers in a show of support for each other, and other working women, worldwide. Each year’s March event – this past year, a Sunday brunch held at Roblar Farm in Santa Ynez – features approximately two dozen female winemakers alongside some of the Santa Ynez Valley’s leading culinary ladies,
the latter of which collaborate to create multicourse feasts paired with a selection of their winemaker colleagues’ wines. Three drawing ticket levels are available through Dec. 11 with the winner drawing and associated announcement to happen on December 13. Prizes will be available for pick-up at Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard in Solvang, or available to ship, as of Dec. 14. The ticket levels are:
n $50 / ticket – One (1) case of Santa Barbara County Women Winemaker-made wine (12 x 750ml bottles), with a total value of at least $500. n $25 / ticket – One-half (1/2) case (6 bottles) of these wines, estimated to be $250 in value. n $50 / ticket – A “digital gift basket” populated with passes to the various winemakers’ tasting rooms, special coupons for online specials, intimate “meet the winemaker” sessions and more items, TBD; value estimated to be $500.00. “At this time of year, we are usually in the beginning phases of planning for the next year’s Women Winemakers Celebration, and while there are still many uncertainties of the possibilities for a March 2021 event, we can still make a difference in other ways – when it’s most needed,” said Karen Steinwachs, co-founder of the annual Women Winemakers Celebration, winemaker at Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard, and owner/winemaker of Seagrape Wine Company. Pandemic pending, the Women Winemakers Celebration would traditionally return for a March 8, 2021, event, further updates and details to be announced. For more information about the March 2021 Women Winemakers Celebration plans, please contact Anna Ferguson-Sparks, Stiletto Marketing, at 1.877.327.2656 or info@stilettomarketing.com.
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Photos contributed Jody Williams made a Harvest Salad for Thanksgiving and used her newest vinegar flavor, Chardonnay Lavender, in the dressing.
Photo by Vida Gustafson Years down the line, I've developed my own granola recipes and this chocolate one is a huge favorite around here!
Harvest Salad showcases Easy, accessible rainbow of fall fruits chocolate granola recipe a huge favorite By Jody Williams
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his seasonal salad showcases a rainbow of fall fruits and delights the taste buds with a simple, yet unique vinaigrette. I made it for Thanksgiving and used our newest vinegar flavor, Chardonnay Lavender, in the dressing, but you can also use a red wine vinegar or other fruit vinegar you have at home. It won’t be quite the same, but it will still be super tasty. Also, don’t get too hung up on measurements. That’s the glory of salad, you really can’t mess it up!
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2 Persimmons, sliced 1 Pomegranate, seeded 1 cup pecans, candied or toasted 4 oz. package honey goat cheese 3-4 heads Little Gem Lettuce, washed and chopped
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¼ cup Olive Oil 2 tbs. Chardonnay Lavender Vinegar by Broken Clock Vinegar Works Salt & Pepper to taste Cut top off persimmons and halve lengthwise. Thinly slice each half about 1/8 inch. Place in bowl and drizzle with Chardonnay Lavender vinegar, toss to coat and let sit for at least 10 minutes to soften, stirring occasionally. Halve pomegranate and set aside seeds, discarding the husks. To candy pecans sauté over medium high with ¼ cup brown sugar, dash cinnamon and salt and 2 tbs, water for about 3 minutes. Transfer to parchment paper (not wax paper!) and let cool, breaking apart pieces once cool to touch. Whisk vinaigrette ingredients in a large bowl. Add greens, persimmons and pome-
This seasonal salad showcases a rainbow of fall fruits and delights the taste buds with a simple, yet unique vinaigrette from Broken Clock Vinegar Works.
granate seeds. Toss to coat. Crumble on goat cheese and pecans and serve. Variations: If you don’t want to hassle with pomegranates or can’t find them, use dried cranberries and soak them with the persimmon to soften. Walnuts or sliced almonds are also great with this salad. I love the little kick arugula gives, so I usually add some to my salads, or just use arugula instead of lettuce. Broken Clock Vinegar Works is a Solvang based company producing artisan shrubs and vinegars working with farms along the Central Coast. You can find Broken Clock Vinegar Works products at Los Olivos General Store, Solvang Spice Merchant, Valley Brewers and direct through their website at www.brokenclockvinegarworks.com. Contact them at 805-245-7389 to learn more or to schedule a tasting.
hen my grandmother-in-law gave me a jar of homemade granola for the first time it was a total game-changer for me. Not only was it absolutely delicious, but it the recipe she attached was really easy and accessible to me at the time, even as a new mom with seemingly way too many new responsibilities. Years down the line, I’ve developed my own granola recipes and this chocolate one is a huge favorite around here!
Ingredients
n 3 C rolled oats n 1/3 C sugar n 1/3 C baking cocoa n 1/3 C water n ½ C coconut oil n 1 tsp vanilla extract n 1 tsp salt n ½ C shredded coconut (I used unsweetened) n ½ C chopped dates
Method Preheat oven to 275°F In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cocoa and mix to smooth out any lumps. Add water vanilla and salt and cook stirring over low heat until smooth and shiny. Add coconut oil, don’t be concerned if it doesn’t incorporate fully, it only has to melt. Put all your oats in a large mixing bowl and pour the chocolate syrup over, mixing to ensure that all the oats are covered lightly. Spread the mixture on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 275°F for 45 minutes, add the shredded coconut and bake for a further 10 minutes. Sweetened coconut should be watched closely, or it will scorch and turn bitter. Lastly, after the granola is removed from the oven, add the chopped dates, while it is still warm. The granola will crisp up as it cools. Stores on the counter for up to two weeks, for longer periods a sealed container in the fridge is best.
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Chick-fil-A at Enos Ranch gives $10,000 for Hancock scholarships
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hick-fil-A at Enos Ranch established a new scholarship for Allan Hancock College with a $10,000 donation to the Allan Hancock College Foundation Dec.7. The scholarship will be available to students who work for the local branch of the restaurant starting in fall 2021. Chick-fil-A at Enos Ranch owner/operator Joey Hickox presented Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. with a ceremonial check to mark the occasion. “At any one time, we have about 30
Photo contributed Chick-fil-A at Enos Ranch owner/operator Joey Hickox presents AHC Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., with a $10,000 scholarship donation.
Chick-fil-A employees who are also Hancock students, and many more who will probably become Hancock students,” said Hickox, who opened the franchised location on Betteravia
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Rd. in 2018. “Partnering with the college on this scholarship is a great way to support my employees while benefitting the community.” Walthers said financial support from local
businesses like Hickox is critical to building up the local economy. “Scholarships at Hancock can help change the odds for hard working folks in our city,” said Walthers. “Over 90 percent of Hancock students are from Northern Santa Barbara County, so contributions toward their success is a direct investment in improving our community. Thanks to Mr. Hickox and the Chick-fil-A team, more students will be able to continue their education.” The Allan Hancock College Foundation was established in 1977 to raise private donations for the support of Allan Hancock College students, faculty, and programs. The foundation awards more than $500,000 in scholarship funds each year and is raising funds to support the Hancock Promise program, which guarantees the first year at AHC tuition and fee-free for all students in northern Santa Barbara County. To make a contribution of any amount to the Allan Hancock College Foundation, visit
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SYV student earns Dean's Award Lita Wright, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2023, has earned the spring 2020 Dean’s Award with Distinction. Wright is an undeclared major from Solvang and is a graduate of Santa Ynez Valley Union High School. Students who receive a term grade point average of 3.6 or higher while completing at least three courses during the spring 2020 semester earn the Dean’s Award with Distinction. Colgate is a leading American university for students who want classes with rigor, faculty with passion, and confidence in knowing they will learn how to thrive in work and life. Colgate offers 56 majors and supports 25 Division I athletic teams on a campus of about 3,000 students in central New York.
Two SYV students named to Dean's List at Biola University
Brynn Fieldhouse of Santa Ynez, and Hannah Harkness of Solvang, were named to the Biola University Dean’s List in spring 2020. Biola students are placed on the dean’s list to honor those with a GPA of 3.6 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more credits and whose cumulative GPA is at least 3.2. “Inclusion in Biola University’s Dean’s List is reserved for students who demon-
strate exceptional performance in their academic studies. This honor signifies hard work, engagement, and investment in scholarship,” said Tamara Anderson, associate provost of academic effectiveness and administration. “These attributes are the building blocks of continued success, not only in the classroom, but in the workplace and in the student’s personal lives. We celebrate these students and their achievement, looking forward to their future accomplishments.” Biola University is a nationally ranked Christian university in the heart of Southern California. It was recently recognized as one of America’s best colleges, earning a spot in the top tier of the “best national universities” category of U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges 2021 rankings. Founded in 1908, Biola is committed to the mission of biblically centered education, scholarship and service — equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. With more than 6,000 students at its Southern California campus and around the world, Biola’s nine schools offer more than 150 academic programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. For more information, visit biola.edu or call (562) 777-4061.
Sheriff’s Office: Consider personal safety when heading out for a hike Staff Report
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he Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind hikers to consider personal safety precautions before they head out for a hike. The Sheriff’s Office has recently taken two separate reports for sex crimes that occurred on rural hiking trails in Santa Barbara County. On Oct. 11, a suspect accosted a female and threatened to sexually assault her on the Baron Ranch Trail. In another case, a victim was sexually assaulted on Nov. 8 on the Aliso Trail. Both offenses involved a female victim and a male suspect, although it is unclear if the suspect in both cases is the same. Both of these incidents occurred on rural hiking trails that had very few fellow hikers. These investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to call Sheriff’s Detectives at 805-681-4150 or provide an anonymous tip on our website. As detectives
continue investigating these cases and as we head into a holiday weekend, the Sheriff’s Office would like to share the following safety considerations for those who plan on hiking: n Hike with a companion, preferably from your household who is COVID safe. n Complete a trip plan that details where you will be walking or hiking, your contact information, when you plan to arrive and return, and who is coming with you. Leave this information with a trusted friend or family member that is not going on the trip with you. n Begin your hike with enough time to make it back before the sun sets n Have a way to communicate. Do not rely on your cell phone because there may not be cellular coverage and reception. Consider having a personal locator beacon, should you need to call for help. If you are using your cell phone, keep the battery fully charged. Searching for a cell signal can quickly drain your phone battery, so consider turning off your phone or switching to airplane mode until you need it.
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Kangaroo Kurry Pair it with... Kalyra Gewurztraminer or Nebbiolo Kalyra Winery 343 N. Refugio Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 Phone - 805-693-8864 Email - WineThieves@KalyraWinery.com Website - www.KalyraWinery.com By Mike Brown and Nick Di Croce, 2005 By Mike Brown and Nick Di Croce, 2005
icture yourself in the Australian Outback at night, a case of Fosters in the Rover, 2,000-watt headlights up front, chasing bouncy kangaroos who stop like “kangaroos in headlights” when you spot them. They will box with you until you wrestle them to the ground — and all the time you are thinking about how good they will taste in your mouth-watering slow cooked curry recipe. Here it is:
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n A small handful of cardamon seeds n 2 broken cinnamon sticks n 6 black peppercorns n 1 tbsp coriander seeds n 1 tbsp cumin seeds n 1/4 cup of vegetable or olive oil n 2 small yellow onions, finely chopped
n 6 minced garlic cloves n small piece of fresh ginger, minced n 2 green Serrano chilis, seeded and minced n 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper n 1 tsp salt n 2 ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped n 2 pounds kangaroo meat (or any other American meat!) cut into serving pieces n Chopped cilantro for garnish
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Combine the first five ingredients in a mortar or coffee grinder and grind to a fine powder. Head in a large saute pan over medium heat and add the oil. Add the onions and saute, stirring frequently for 10-15 minutes or until browned. Add the garlic, ginger and chilis and stir for 2 minutes. Add the ground spice mixture, tumeric, cayenne, and salt for 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until some of the liquid has evaporated. Arrange the meat in the slow cooker. Transfer most of the onion mixture to a blender and puree until almost smooth. Pour the pureed vegetables and the reserved sauteed vegetables over the meat in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is to your liking. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with cilantro.
o COOKBOOK CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 landlord has been incredible with us and we have been able to keep the lights on.” Mullin said before she was an Arts Outreach employee, she was an Arts Outreach parent. All three of her children have benefitted from the many programs that Arts Outreach provides, and they still help her on many projects and programs. “I saw first-hand the tremendous impact that Arts Outreach had on my children at the time,” she said. “While enjoying the undeniable benefits of creativity, they also learned about teamwork, problem solving, public speaking, and bringing a vision to life. I want to ensure your children — or your grandchildren or your neighbor’s children — have the same access to these programs that my children did.” Mullin said that the Real Men Cook event ended up becoming the group’s largest fundraiser for the year and last year was their most profitable event yet by raising more than $45,000. The event featured more than 50 amateur male chefs creating fantastic dishes combined with beverages from 35 premier local vintners and brewers, live music and a fantastic auction. “Real Men Cook became the highlight of the year fundraising wise, and we had so many great local amateaur and professional chefs participate and bring some fantastic recipes,” Mullin said. Any chef could prepare 200 to 250 tablespoon-sized tastes (or teams could prepare 350 to 400) of their creations in one of several
categories including appetizers; chili or stew; entrees of fish, fowl, meat or vegetarian; side dishes; and desserts. Since Arts Outreach were unable to host an actual event this year, Mullin said her volunteers worked tirelessly, compiling all the recipes and photos from throughout the years and decided to release a cookbook. “I know this isn’t the same as the actual event, but I have been wanting to do this for some time, rather than send out a newsletter,” she said. “It also gives us a chance to honor some of these guys who were so involved and passed away.” Mullin brought up the memory of Pete Fohl, who was known for his inventive and tasty entries at the event and passed away in 2017. “Along with his wonderful table decorations, most of all he was known for his smile,” she said. With the loss of this large event, Mullin said that other than the cookbook, the program has been working on alternative virtual events, and virtual programs for schools that will hopefully make up some of their shortfall. “We just want people to know that Arts Outreach will continue,” she said. And for just $2, the group can give a child art for a day. For $250, it will ‘adopt’ a classroom for six weeks. Those interested in donating or purchasing a book for $30 can call Arts Outreach at 688-9533 or visit www.artsoutreach.com.
o WINDMILL CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 photo-ops. “With traditional events not taking place this year, we wanted to find a safe way to add a little extra holiday magic to the Santa Ynez Valley,” VisitSYV President & CEO Shelby Sim said. “Viewing the holiday lights is an activity that people can still enjoy while observing local mandates.” VisitSYV hopes that the decorated
landmark will enhance the outdoor-focused festivities of Solvang Julefest (solvangjulefest.org), a longstanding, monthlong tradition which has helped put Solvang on many national “Best Christmas Towns” lists. *historical information provided by Elverhøj Museum of History and Art
Photo contributed The windmill is a beloved icon in the Solvang that was commissioned by Ray Paaske and completed in 1963
o RODEO CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17
Miss Mini Rodeo Kayden Sorenson is the niece of valley native Robyn Christian Moon, who was the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Queen in 2001
Christmas in the Country is a drive-through holiday light experience at the Elks Rodeo Grounds Event Center in Santa Maria.
Elks Rodeo. Golden Circle provides funds to help local children battling pediatric cancer and after the first year they were contacted by the NFR to expand their program. The Santa Maria Elks Rodeo holds a special place in Caleb’s family. His grandmother, Mindi Jaeger Christian, competed in the 1972 queen contest and his mother Robyn Christian Moon was the 2001 Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Queen. This year his cousin Kayden Sorensen is the Miss Mini Rodeo, which makes the event even more special to his family. “As special as that is for Kayden to be Miss Mini Rodeo, it was even more special
that I got to be the one who placed the coveted Montana Silversmiths crown on her head 19 years after I received mine for 2001 Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Queen,” Moon said. To learn more about Golden Circle and this year’s events at the NFR, visit their Facebook page. For information on the Christmas in the Country which will go to Jan. 3, every Wednesday through Sunday, visit www.elksrec. com. Tickets are $40 and no vehicles taller than 11.5 feet are permitted, as are no buses or motorhomes.
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This is a listing of all 194 nonprofit organizations that received Community Dividends: AHA! (Attitude. Harmony. Achievement.) Alpha Resource Center of Santa Barbara Alzheimer’s Association, California Central Coast Chapter American Heart Association - Santa Barbara Co. American Heart Association- Ventura County Angels Foster Care of Santa Barbara Atterdag at Home, Inc. Atterdag Village of Solvang Boxtales Theatre Foundation Boys & Girls Club of Camarillo Boys & Girls Club of Moorpark & Simi Valley Inc. Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara C.A.R.E.4Paws California Avocado Festival, Inc. California Lutheran University California State University Channel Islands Foundation Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/ Santa Barbara Carpinteria Children’s Project Carpinteria Education Foundation, Inc. Carpinteria Valley Arts Council Casa Del Herrero Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families Casa Serena, Inc. Channel Islands YMCA Child Abuse Listening Mediation, Inc. (CALM) Children’s Resource & Referral City Impact, Inc. Common Table Foundation CommUnify Community Arts Music Association of Santa Barbara Inc. Community Conscience / Under One Roof Community Counseling and Education Center Community Environmental Council Community Memorial Healthcare Foundation Conejo Valley Senior Concerns, Inc. Congregation B’nai B’rith Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Court Appointed Special Advocates of Ventura County Court Appointed Special Advocates of Santa Barbara County Crane Country Day School
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Direct Relief Doctors Without Walls Domestic Violence Solutions for Santa Barbara County Dos Pueblos Engineering Academy Foundation Dream Foundation Easy Lift Transportation El Concilio Family Services Elings Park Foundation Elverhoj Museum of History & Art Endowment For Youth Committee Ensemble Theatre Company Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara Co. Fielding Graduate University Food From The Heart Food Share Foodbank of Santa Barbara County Foundation for Santa Barbara High School Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Friendship Manor Inc. Ganna Walska Lotusland Girls Incorporated of Carpinteria Girls Incorporated of Greater Santa Barbara Goleta Education Foundation Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center HELP of Carpinteria Hillside House Hinchee Homes Hospice of the Conejo Hospice of Santa Barbara, Inc. Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara Co., Inc. Housing Trust Fund Ventura County Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. Isla Vista Youth Projects, Inc. Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara Kids & Families Together Laguna Blanca School Leading From Within Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association Lobero Theatre Foundation Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare Organization Los Olivos School Foundation Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties Mental Wellness Center Midland School Mission Scholars Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) Montecito Firefighters Charitable Foundation
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Casa Dorinda Montecito Union School MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation Museum of Ventura County Music Academy of the West National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Santa Barbara Chapter National Association of Women Business Owners, Ventura County National Disaster Search Dog Foundation New Beginnings Counseling Center New House Santa Barbara Old Mission Santa Barbara Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, Inc. Opera Santa Barbara Organic Soup Kitchen Pacific Pride Foundation Parks and Recreation Community Foundation PathPoint Peoples’ Self-Help Housing Corporation Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation Planned Parenthood California Central Coast Project Understanding of San Buenaventura PublicSquare, Inc. Sansum Clinic Sansum Diabetes Research Institute Santa Barbara Alternatives to Violence Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Inc. Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. Santa Barbara Channelkeeper Santa Barbara Club Preservation Foundation Santa Barbara Community Housing Corporation The Marjorie Luke Theatre Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation Santa Barbara County Education Office Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Santa Barbara Education Foundation Santa Barbara Foundation Santa Barbara Hillel Santa Barbara Historical Museum Santa Barbara International Film Festival Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Santa Barbara Meals on Wheels, Inc. Santa Barbara Museum of Art Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics Santa Barbara Police Activities League Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation Santa Barbara Rescue Mission Santa Barbara Symphony Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation
Santa Barbara Zoological Foundation Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People, Inc. Buellton Senior Center Santa Ynez Valley Therapeutic Riding Program Sarah House Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara Solvang Friendship House Solvang Senior Center Solvang Theaterfest, Inc. TV Santa Barbara St. Vincent’s Institution Standing Together to End Sexual Assault State Street Ballet Storyteller Children’s Center Studio Channel Islands Art Center Surgical Eye Expeditions (SEE) International Teacher’s Fund Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation The Arc Foundation of Ventura County The Cecilia Fund The Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens The Foundation for Girsh Park The Foundation For Santa Barbara City College The Grace Fisher Foundation The Howard School The Oxnard College Foundation The Rona Barrett Foundation The Salvation Army of Santa Barbara Tina Hansen McEnroe & Paul V. McEnroe Reading and Language Arts Clinic at UCSB Transition House UC Santa Barbara Graduate Division UCP WORK, Inc. UCSB Alumni Association UCSB Arts & Lectures UCSB Economic Forecast Project UCSB Technology Management Program United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara Co. United Way of Santa Barbara County, Inc. United Way of Ventura County, Inc. Unity Shoppe, Inc. Ventura County Community Foundation Ventura County Library Foundation Ventura County Medical Resource Foundation VNA Health Westmont College Wilderness Youth Project Wildling Museum of Art and Nature Women’s Economic Ventures Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara Youth and Family Services YMCA: Noah’s Anchorage Youth Crisis Center
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