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100-year-old’s advice: Enjoy every day to the fullest ‘I remember when the first… radios came out and there was only one channel to listen to,’ Jim Axtell says By Raiza Giorgi

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reighton “Jim” Axtell shuffled around the picnic tables at Hans Christian Andersen Park greeting family and friends, chatting about fond memories and getting many congratulations for hitting a milestone birthday. “My birthday was Creighton “Jim” Axtell while he served in the Air Force during on April 15 and I World War II. turned 100! I don’t know the secret to living so long, other than just live every day to the fullest,” he said. Axtell was born in Missouri, where his father was a telegraph operator for Western Union and his mother was a clerk. “I remember when the first form of radios came out and there was only one channel to listen to. It’s incredible how far technology has come, I wonder what will happen in the next 100 years,” Axtell said. Axtell recalls everyone gathering around their radio sets to listen to FDR’s “fireside” speeches. When Axtell graduated from high school he moved to Los Angeles to get involved in the war effort. He enlisted in the Army Air Forces and then worked at Lockheed assembling parts. He eventually married his wife Phyllis, who had moved from North Dakota to also join the war effort. They will celebrate 76 years of marriage this month. Axtell said he was then offered a position at Lockheed with top-secret responsibilities, asked if he wanted a good-paying job even though he

Photos by Raiza Giorgi Jim Axtell, second from right, enjoyed his 100th birthday with friends who included three other World War II veterans: Dwight Watts, 93; Jim Kunkle, 96; and Bill Hardy, 96.

couldn’t know what the job was until after he accepted. He said sure, why not? “I was taken to an isolated building each day and I couldn’t tell anyone, not even Phyllis, what we were doing,” he said. He was part of a team developing fighter jets that ended up producing the XP-80. The code name for the project was “Skunk Works,” after a reference in the newspaper cartoon “Li’l Abner.” The XP-80 flew before the end of World War II, but it wasn’t used in combat until later. “While I was in the Air Force we ended up as the first squadron that went to Hiroshima after they dropped the bomb. I can tell you, that is something I will never forget, just the utter destruction for as far as the eye could see. It was heartbreaking,” he said. At his birthday party, Axtell was joined by three friends who also served in World War II. Jim Kunkle, 96, was a decorated fighter pilot; Dwight Watts, 93, was a naval aviator on an aircraft carrier in the Pacific; and Bill Hardy, 96, served on a destroyer in the North Atlantic. While his carrier was being attacked by Japanese kamikazes, Watts’ plane failed to launch, and he ended up floating on a life raft for some time. He also served

in the Korean War. Hardy spent 20 years in the Navy, and his ship was responsible for sinking several submarines. “There aren’t many of ‘the greatest generation’ left, and we are so lucky to have these four that served our country so remarkably. Knowing Jim Axtell has been an honor,” said a friend, Dennis Beebe. Axtell’s grandson said that he got interested in cars because of his grandfather Jim, and now has his own business in Oklahoma restoring classic cars. The Axtells

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have been part of the Santa Ynez Valley since 1959, when they built their house in Janin Acres. Jim worked at Vandenberg Air Force Base for Lockheed. Phyllis became the principal at Ballard Elementary School and also worked at Lockheed as a technical editor until retiring in 1987. In retirement, the Axtells have traveled the world, exploring Europe several times and enjoying an African safari. They also loved being part of local hiking groups and volunteering. Since they can’t get around very well now, they enjoy meals brought to them each day by Atterdag Village of Solvang’s Meals on Wheels program, and they go to the Solvang Senior Center to play games and have lunch sometimes as well. “I am so blessed to have gotten to know Jim and Phyllis. They are such great people and I love hearing their stories about their lives,” said Ellen Albertoni, executive director of the Senior Center. People attending the birthday party enjoyed posters of photos and sang “Happy Birthday” before Axtell blew out candles that made the number 100 — because having 100 separate candles would have been a bit much, he laughed.

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anta Ynez Valley Transit has announced the expansion of its limited-time Summer Youth Pass so that the discount program includes May. The $20 pass provides unlimited rides during the month of purchase and is available this year to riders from 6 to 20 years old for use in May, June, July and August. Passes are on sale now. “Expanding the Summer Youth Pass to include May provides affordable and safe travel to our young residents for the entire summer,” said Matt van der Linden, Solvang’s Public Works Director and City Engineer. “Students concluding their spring semester in May can now immediately use the discounted pass to safely and independently travel to their summer jobs, classes and activities. “If each resident replaced one driving trip

with one trip on SYVT every two weeks, our community could significantly help reduce traffic on our roads and pollution in our air,” he added. The youth passes can be purchased through Aug. 1 by young riders, or their parents and caregivers, at the SYV Transit office at 431 Second St., Suite 9, in Solvang. In conjunction with the youth pass, the local bus system is offering a free Activities Guide that lists popular destinations and corresponding SYVT bus stops on an easy-to-read map created for children, teens, parents and caregivers. The Activities Guide is available at the Stuart C. Gildred Family YMCA, Solvang Library, Santa Ynez Library, Buellton Library, and the SYVT office. For more information, visit www.syvt.com or call the SYVT office at 805-688-5452.

eneral Manager Bruce Wales of the Santa Ynez River Water Conservation District, a longtime leader in area water policy, retired on April 17 after 24 years with the district. One of his last assignments was to coordinate the recruitment campaign for his replacement, and the district’s board of directors has selected Kevin Walsh as the new general manager. Walsh has worked for several water districts in California and he most recently served as the elected president of the board for ID1, a position from which he resigned to accept the general manager’s job at the Santa Ynez River Water Conservation District. During his 24-year tenure, Wales led many important efforts relating the district’s role of safe-guarding the water rights and conserving the water supplies for both residents and farmers of the Santa Ynez Valley, including Santa Ynez, Solvang, Buellton and the entire Lompoc plain. He was the mediating force for the over-arching Cachuma Project Settlement

Agreement, which resolved a 50-year-old controversy between water users on the South Coast who divert water out of the watershed, and the riparian and uplands groundwater interests of the cities, landowners, and residents of the Santa Ynez River watershed. These controversies dealt with the quantity and quality of water to be released from Cachuma Reservoir for downstream users, peak flow management and flood prevention, and endangered species preservation for steelhead trout. After the Legislature passed the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act in late 2014, Wales prepared and executed plans for the district to lead this new effort to manage groundwater locally without outside interference. Under his leadership, groundwater sustainability agencies were established and have embarked on comprehensive hydrologic studies of the groundwater basins in the Santa Ynez watershed. Wales was also instrumental in enhancing the district’s financial stability while maintaining low groundwater charges for many years.

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Buellton, Vista del Mar school districts take step to merge Newly approved agreement would send Gaviota middle school students to Buellton campus in the fall By Janene Scully

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oss of oil revenue and declining enrollment have put the future of the Vista del Mar Union School District in Gaviota in doubt and have prompted a step toward possibly merging with its Buellton counterpart. In late March, board members for both districts held a joint meeting to talk about the likely closure of Vista del Mar due to fiscal insolvency and subsequent consolidation with the Buellton Union School District. In April, the Buellton board approved a three-year shared services agreement that could mark a step toward the end of the one-school Gaviota district that was established in 1926. “It’s a really exciting opportunity, I think, for both districts to collaborate,” Buellton Superintendent Randal Haggard said. Under the three-year agreement, the sixth- through eighth-graders from the district’s lone campus, Vista De Las Cruces School at 9467 San Julian Road, will attend classes at Jonata Middle School in

Buellton for the 2019-2020 school year. The Vista middle-school students will benefit from being part of a broader program at Jonata, Haggard said. The state Department of Education recently recognized Jonata as a 2019 California Distinguished School for outstanding education programs and practices, the only school in Santa Barbara County on this year’s list. “What we’re trying to do is the best thing for the kids that is fiscally responsible for the district,” said Vista’s interim Superintendent/Principal Bill Banning, who led the Goleta Union School District for five years before retiring in 2017. Vista has 49 students, including 17 sixthand seventh-graders. The lone eighth-grader has already transferred to Jonata Middle School. Vista’s transitional kindergarten through fifth-grade students, expected to total fewer than 30 in the next school year, will continue at the Gaviota campus, but a number of factors have conspired to put the school’s future in doubt. One big hit occurred in 2015 when the Plains All-American Pipeline rupture led to the suspension of offshore oil production. Without the tax revenue from oil production, a significant portion of the district’s income evaporated immediately. Around the same time, the state changed the funding for its “District of Choice” programs that had helped boost revenue

and enrollment at Vista. “It was a kind of a double blow around 2015, 2016 that caused their revenues to decline significantly,” Banning said. Even before that, Vista had to dip into its reserve funds, he said, adding it became clear the district was on an unsustainable path and needed to act. “It just doesn’t seem that there’s an answer that would keep the district solvent,” Banning said. For Buellton, the addition of the middle-schoolers could mean more revenue, including $90,000 from increased enrollment as well as payments by the Gaviota district for 40 percent of an assistant principal position and $10,000 for fiscal oversight. In May, both boards may consider sharing the Buellton superintendent, who would spend most of the week in Buellton and some time at the Gaviota campus. The actions could lead to what the state Department of Education calls “lapsation,” ending the Vista district, Banning said. Once the state approves Vista’s lapsation, the Santa Barbara County Education Office Committee on School District Organization would weigh in on the proposal for the Gaviota district’s end. “By having a superintendent shared with Buellton and an administrator who’s employed by Buellton, it really feels to us like it’s sort of a first step,” Banning explained. “The Vista school district will still exist

next year, but it’s almost a bit of an interim transition to have everybody get to know each other a little bit better before the final transition occurs as early as July 1, 2020.” In addition to figuring out financial matters, some questions from the Vista community focus on the future of the school buildings under Buellton’s administration and those students still enrolled in classes there, he said. The fact that both Vista and Buellton offer transitional kindergarten through eighth-grade classes help make them suitable candidates for the consolidation consideration, both Banning and Haggard said. Vista and Buellton are among six elementary districts — the others are Ballard, College, Los Olivos and Solvang — that feed students to the Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District. This won’t be the first consolidation of school districts in Santa Barbara County. In 2011, Orcutt Union School District absorbed the Los Alamos district, also a one-school district that was experiencing financial troubles and declining enrollment. Los Alamos students continue to attend Olga Reed Elementary School, but the campus also has become home to Orcutt Academy Charter School. Noozhawk North County editor Janene Scully can be reached at jscully@noozhawk.com.

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Sheriff’s employees honored for exemplary performance The rare Major Incident Commendation bar is given to responders in Thomas Fire and Montecito debris flow By Raiza Giorgi

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n a seemingly normal afternoon, David Welby was driving through Buellton and decided to take the “back way,” going up McMurray Road and crossing the freeway to the Avenue of Flags. As he made the turn and started over the overpass, he noticed a woman sitting on the bridge. “It was like in slow motion and I just had this feeling she wasn’t just taking a break. I saw her swing a leg over the ledge and my heart stopped. I didn’t even think, I slammed my truck in park and ran out. I was hoping I was close enough, and in seconds her other leg went over and I have never ran so fast in my life,” Welby said. The woman was just about to leap off the overpass when Welby grabbed her and pulled her back onto the bridge. He held her as she was screaming and crying. “I knew if I let her go she would try again, so I just bear hugged her and wouldn’t let go. People were just passing us looking, and no one stopped until Dave Henry did. He helped hold her down so I could call authorities and they could evaluate her,” he said. For his quick response, Welby received an Exceptional Civilian Award April 12 at the county Sheriff’s Department’s Recognition Awards Program and Luncheon at Earl’s Place at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Other award recipients included many who were recognized for their responses during the Thomas Fire and Montecito debris flows. In fact, a Major Incident Commendation bar was given to all sheriff’s employees who were involved in handling the two disasters. This is only the second time the Sheriff’s Office has ever awarded the enameled commendation bar to all employees involved in a critical incident. The other time was after the Isla Vista mass murders in 2014. Sheriff Bill Brown said it was important to recognize those who responded to these twin disasters. “The 1/9 Debris Flow, caused by the Thomas Fire, was the greatest natural disaster in the history of Santa Barbara County. The sustained nature of the rescue and recovery efforts, coming as they did on the heels of the fire, tested our people as never before,” Brown said. “The men and women of the Sheriff’s Office rose to the occasion. It is fitting that everyone involved in these operations – first responders and those

Photos by Daniel Dreifuss A Major Incident Commendation bar was given to all sheriff’s employees who were involved in the Thomas Fire and Montecito debris-flow disasters. This is only the second time the Sheriff’s Office has awarded the unique enameled commendation bar.

who directly supported them alike – receive special recognition for an extraordinary team effort.” This is only the second time the Sheriff’s Office has awarded the unique enameled commendation bar to all employees involved in a critical incident. The other time was after the Isla Vista mass murders in 2014. The Sheriff’s Medal of Valor was presented to six members of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff/Fire Air Support Unit for their heroic actions in response to the debris flow. The men – a sheriff’s deputy pilot and five members of the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, were crew members of two Huey helicopters that flew in extremely hazardous conditions on the morning of the disaster. The six recipients were Sheriff’s Special Duty Deputy and Pilot George Deluca, Santa Barbara County Fire Pilot Matthew Udkow, Santa Barbara County Fire Captains Glen Dupont and Thomas Wade, and Santa Barbara County Firefighter/Paramedics Bruce Meyers and Brice Wible. The Sheriff’s Unit Citation, which recognizes a unit for outstanding service resulting from a team effort, was given this year to the Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Team. In addition to its 13 call-outs in 2018, this highly trained, skilled tactical team was recognized in particular for its work in rescuing and evacuating people in the hours and days that followed the debris flows. SET members worked with Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team members to reach people who were trapped. A Medal of Courage was presented to newly hired Custody Deputy Zachary Salce, and his girlfriend, Maddison Henslin, received an Exceptional Civilian Award for their courageous actions on the night of Nov. 13, 2018. When

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have been saved or made safer as a result of the training that has been provided. A Meritorious Service Medal was given to Lt. Eddie Hseuh for work in developing and providing a comprehensive Crisis Intervention Training program to Sheriff’s Office and other Santa Barbara County law enforcement personnel. He dedicated hundreds of hours to the development of the Behavioral Sciences Unit, which now coordinates the Sheriff’s Office’s response to people suffering from mental health issues. Retired Sheriff’s Lt. Brad McVay was also given a Meritorious Service Award for the work he did to revamp and streamline contract-city contracts and develop the Contract Law Bureau. The result is a much improved, efficient system that benefits the Sheriff’s Office and the four local cities with which it has contracts for police services. Custody Deputy Crystal Batterson was recognized with a Meritorious Service Medal for her tireless work in 2018 conducting in-depth jail investigations. In 2018, she wrote more than 30 investigative reports and assisted with many others. One in particular led to the discovery of an inmate with a cell phone inside an Arizona state prison. Her efforts disrupted criminal activity and led to a significant number of seizures of drugs and other contraband. Sheriff’s Lifesaving Awards were given to Deputies Shae Green and Jessika Rios for stopping a would-be suicide in Santa Maria. A distraught woman had tried to hang her herself and was found unconscious. The deputies quickly cut the rope away from her neck and got the woman the medical and mental help she needed. Deputy Rios received a second Lifesaving Award for another incident in which she helped save an elderly man who was choking. She took control of the stressful situation and began cardio-pulmonary resuscitation that saved the man’s life. Sheriff’s Commendations were given to 11 deputies who helped save the lives of unconscious overdose patients by deploying department-issued Naloxone. Rusty’s Pizza delivery driver Julio Cesar Silva Rodriguez of Santa Barbara received another Exceptional Civilian Award for helping a UCSB police officer who was engaged in an altercation with a suspect in Isla Vista. Rodriguez knocked the combative suspect down and pinned him down so he could be detained by responding officers. His selfless actions helped prevent injury to the officer and the suspect. An Exceptional Civilian Award was also given to given to Alex Knightly for helping apprehend and detain a suspect in Isla Vista who had challenged people to fight and fought with a deputy. The suspect broke free from the SHERIFF CONTINUES TO PAGE 28

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NASA / Johns Hopkins APL photo An artist’s rendering depicts the DART mission to target the smaller of the two objects, left, that make up the binary asteroid Didymos, which will be about 7 million miles from Earth at the time of impact, scheduled for October 2022.

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ASA’s first-of-its-kind asteroid mission designed to defend the planet from hazards in space will ride a Falcon 9 rocket set to launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base in two years. The space agency announced recently that it had chosen the Space Exploration Technologies rocket to carry the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission, which is led by the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. “We’re excited that NASA has selected the vehicle to launch DART on its important planetary defense mission,” said Elena Adams, DART mission systems engineer at APL. “The DART team is eager to move ahead with our spacecraft and mission designs and demonstrate, for the first time in space, a method to keep potentially hazardous bodies from reaching Earth.” The spacecraft will demonstrate the capability to deflect an asteroid by colliding a spacecraft with it at high speed, a technique known as a kinetic impactor. By slamming the spacecraft into an asteroid at a high speed, scientists hope to push the space rock off course. DART, which will feature solar electric propulsion, has a date to intercept the asteroid Didymos’ small moon in October 2022.

At that point, the asteroid — or what NASA called a moonlet — will be within 11 million kilometers, or 7 million miles, of Earth. To achieve the collision, DART will employ an onboard camera and sophisticated autonomous navigation software, according to NASA. Scientists expect that the collision will change the speed of the moonlet in its orbit around the main body by a fraction of 1 percent, enough to be measured using telescopes on Earth. The total cost for NASA to launch DART is about $69 million, which includes the launch service and other mission-related costs, space agency representatives said. DART is scheduled to launch in June 2021 on a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex-4 on the South Base. While the NASA asteroid mission won’t occur for two years, another Falcon 9 rocket is set for May from Vandenberg to launch a Canadian Earth-observation mission with three small but identical satellites. The Radarsat Constellation Mission will continue previous satellites’ efforts to conduct maritime surveillance with ice, surface wind, oil pollution and ship monitoring, disaster management and ecosystem monitoring of agriculture, wetlands forests and coastal changes. Radarsat-1 launched from Vandenberg in 1995 aboard a Delta II rocket, while Radarsat-2 traveled to space from Kazakhstan aboard Russia’s Soyuz rocket in 2007.

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Space VR celebrates a year in virtual reality

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pace VR in Solvang has been entertaining people of all ages for a year in “virtual worlds” that range from saving the planet to lying on the bottom of the ocean to watch whales swim by. “Virtual reality is fun for any age level, and it really is fun. I had a few senior gentlemen come in and play golf, as their physical selves couldn’t get onto the green anymore. They come in regularly to enjoy a round,” said Jaime Baker, owner of Space VR. Virtual reality is a computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional environment that people can interact with in a physical, seemingly real, way by using special equipment. Customers wear headsets that transport them to any one of hundreds of worlds. Celebrity chef Cat Cora came in recently with her children and Baker said he was amused to see she chose to work in a diner flipping burgers for her virtual reality experience. “She said she wanted to see what it was like,” Baker laughed. Baker opened the virtual reality space with his wife Devra and their three children across from the Vintage Motorcycle Museum on Alisal Road. As they celebrate the first anniversary of the business, they offer a wide variety of content from more than 600 games and experiences. Baker said his children are the real brains behind the operation, and it is something they can all enjoy together. “You get fascinated and frustrated all at the same time, and while our target demographic is kids, we are getting more groups like military and tech people in,” Baker said. Customers can choose from 30 or 60 minutes of play time, during which their

Photo by Raiza Giorgi Space VR recently celebrated its first anniversary in Solvang. Owners Jaime and Devra Baker joke that their children are “the real brains behind the operation.”

reality becomes whatever and wherever they want it to be. Because experiences are single or multi-player, customers can play alone or with friends. Space VR is only one of a handful of these businesses in the country. However, since the late 1950s, virtual reality technology has been evolving with projects like the Super Cockpit, a flight simulator that projected 3D maps and imagery into real-time space, inspiring other inventions and leading to the development of the first VR headsets. “It’s so neat because you can access Google Earth and go see your childhood home, or what is going on overseas, or pop into a shop down the road to see what

they’re about,” Baker said. Baker said they are expanding with coding classes and explorer packages for summer camp with the Buellton Recreation Department. Many of the games allow players to enter an arena where they match skills against players all over the world. Despite the technology, many of the games are sports or require active movement. Not only does this improve hand-eye coordination, but it provides a real aerobic workout. For more information, visit www.spacevrsolvang.com or call 805-325-9769. It’s best to make reservations, because space is limited.

he Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Santa Barbara City College has launched the Get REAL Accelerator for start-ups, designed to provide extra support for upcoming and past SBCC collegiate winners of the Scheinfeld New Venture Challenge competition. Entrepreneurs and subject matter experts will lead six learning labs that are tailored to meet the collective needs of up to six participating teams. Additionally, each team will have a dedicated mentor to help the team set and attain six-month milestones. This customized support is designed to help students better navigate startup challenges and close gaps in their entrepreneurial skill set. Participating teams that attain their sixmonth milestones during the accelerator will be eligible to compete for a $10,000 award as they pitch to a panel of angel investors during National Entrepreneurship Month in November. This $10,000 award has been provided by the SBCC Foundation. Additionally, the angel investors will have the opportunity to take up any team’s persuasive investment offer if they choose. The Scheinfeld Center welcomes mentors who are seasoned entrepreneurs and business consultants with specialized industry experience in core business areas, including start-up finance, crowdfunding, social media marketing, sales, global supply chain management, ecommerce, manufacturing, intellectual property and business law, and mobile app development. Contact Scheinfeld Center director Julie Samson at 805-965-0581, ext. 3643, or jasamson@sbcc.edu for more information.

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Local household incomes put us on economic mountain

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By Kenneth Harwood

Economist, Solvang Chamber of Commerce

e seem to live on an economic mountain. Median household incomes in 2017 were higher here than in the United States as a whole. The graph shows the differences. Los Olivos had a median household income 85 percent higher than median income in the United States. Santa Ynez was 60 percent higher, Buellton 34 percent higher, Solvang 27 percent higher, and Los Alamos 19 percent higher. Worldwide economic geography puts about half of all economic activity within 62 miles (100 kilometers) of a seacoast in temperate zones. That’s where we are. Real estate is more expensive here because of higher economic activity and moderate climate. Another contributor to higher cost of real estate is governmental regulation. High standards of regulation produce higher prices of real estate, as well as safer and more durable housing. Santa Barbara County is notable for its zoning regulations. The median value of owner-occupied housing in Solvang, for example, was $689,700 in 2017, more than three times the comparable median value of

$193,500 in the United States. People who live here need higher incomes to meet the costs of coastal location and governmental regulation. We appear to live on an economic mountain. For more information: Estimated median household incomes in 2017 are online at U. S. Census Bureau Quick Facts, as are median values of owner-occupied housing. See The Oxford Handbook of

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anta Barbara County attorney Renee M. Fairbanks, a family law specialist, is expanding her law practice with the opening of a new office in Los Olivos. She is the owner and principal attorney at the Law Office of Renee M. Fairbanks, 226 E. Canon Perdido St., in Santa Barbara. Her Los Olivos office is now open at 2432 Railway Ave., Suite H. The two offices share the same phone number: 805-845-1600. As a certified family law specialist and a graduate of the National Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute in Houston, Fairbanks represents clients in legal separations, divorce, custody, visitation, spousal support, child support, property division, and domestic partnerships throughout the Central Coast. In addition to running the firm that she opened two years ago, Fairbanks is a board member of the Santa Barbara Courthouse Legacy Foundation and the Animal Shelter Assistance Program. She is also a member of the Santa Barbara Women Lawyers and the Santa Barbara County, Northern Santa Barbara County, and Los Angeles County Bar Associations. For more information, visit www. reneemfairbanks.com.

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Angela Marilyn Slater February 21, 1954 - April 13, 2019

Angela passed peacefully at her home the morning of April 13, 2019 with those she loved by her side. Angela was born in Hasbury Farm, England and came to the United States when she was a young girl at the age of 12. She moved to Solvang in 1999 to follow her passion for horses and bucolic, ranch-life, living. Angela was a woman who saw the beauty in everyone, in everything. She was a friend to all and had a special way of always binging out the best in people. Angela was a bold entrepreneur, courageous world traveler, environmental steward, and a truly considerate human being. She was passionate about her community and infinitely grateful to call the Santa Ynez Valley her home. Angela enjoyed working and relaxing at her ranch in Solvang, making time for wine with friends on her porch, taking a yoga or YMCA fitness class, hiking in the Figueroa Mountains, riding her bike on Ballard Canyon Road, and dining in town with her partner John. She thoroughly enjoyed sipping coffee and reading in the early morning at her breakfast nook, exploring new places – local and afar, dancing, skiing, meeting new people, stargazing at night, and when she wasn’t busy making her own toothpaste and deodorant she was passionately learning all about the latest health and wellness trends. Angela was in her element when she was spending time with her kids, grandkids and pup Dixie. Angela was an enthusiastic “Nana” and often went to Santa Barbara to babysit her granddaughter Lila where they would ride horses together at a nearby barn. Angela’s entire being was so pure and genuine. She gave her all to whatever she was doing. She was exceptionally generous, understanding and she was real. Angela had a way of making you feel like the most important person in the world when she was with you - and she meant it. She loved people, loved learning about other cultures, and loved nature in all of its forms. Angela found pleasure in life’s simple joys. She was pragmatic, wise and calm. She was honest, humble and entirely confident in who she was. Anyone who knows Angela knows that she lived a life with true purpose and dignity. Angela was diagnosed with stage IV Glioblastomia brain cancer in late August 2018. During her eight-month cancer journey she stayed positive and accepted her difficult diagnosis with the same grace that she demonstrated throughout her entire life. She bravely lived each day to the fullest, laughing, being present, patient, and never taking herself too seriously. She had a beautiful warm smile on her face, and a sparkle in her eye, each and every day up until the very end. Angela is survived by her mother Theresa Slater, her daughter Leanne Schlinger, her son Gregory Schlinger, her three grandchildren Lila, Everly and Lux and by her beloved partner John Hagfors. If there were ever a face behind the saying “live life to the fullest”, it would be the face of Angela. She accomplished, traveled and lived more life in her 65 years of time on earth than most people live in a lifetime. The vibrant Angela Slater will never be forgotten. Her grace, elegance, and big warm heart will live on for eternity.

Jorge Ben-Hur Peña (1931 - 2019)

Don Jorge Ben-Hur Peña left us on Sunday the 14th of April 2019 with 87 years under his belt and more life experiences than we can begin to tell. Born 1931 in Puerto Tejada, Colombia to Doña Paulina, he started life with no spoon at all, no education, no shoes, and no father to speak of. He learned the jewelry trade at a young age despite all odds and thanks to a series of fortunate events. He carried that skill in his back pocket throughout his adventures. Every ounce of him was ambitious and he ate failure for breakfast because with each venture he knew the worst-case scenario is still worlds better than where he had started. Singer, actor, model, jeweler, developer, entrepreneur, lover, husband, father, friend, he was a lot of things to a lot of people, but looking back, his most powerful achievement is that of role model and mentor. His life is the embodiment of the American Dream and his unrelenting ethics, generosity, and planning along the way still surprises us. He was big and he was good and we all thought he was going to live forever. He is survived by his wife Nicole, his daughter Marina, his son Christopher, and he is deeply proud of his two grandchildren Hunter and Oliver. His life will be celebrated and he will be missed.

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Local teen wants to change the world, one bike at a time SYV fundraiser will fight sex trafficking and child marriage in Cambodia Staff Report

local 15-year-old is determined to help her peers in the developing world escape sex slavery and childhood marriage by getting them to school safely, and she is hoping that other Santa Ynez Valley residents will contribute to her cause. The focal point of her Lotus Pedals Photos by Mac Duncan campaign is a bike ride on Saturday, May Tsering Hauenstein, shown in last year’s event on Refugio Road, has organized a second fundraising bike ride for May 11 to help girls in 11, starting at 8 a.m. at Sunstone Winery rural Cambodia escape rape, sex slavery and childhood marriage. at 125 N. Refugio Road. For every $75 she raises, the nonprofit Lotus Outreach International will give a bicycle, a pump, a lock and tools to a girl in rural Cambodia who lives more than a mile from the nearest school. “These girls have a hard time getting to class without a bicycle, which can lead them to drop out,” said Tsering Hauenstein, the Santa Ynez High School ninth-grader who is organizing the effort. “This is especially sad because then they can end up getting married and having kids before they are 12! And there is also the danger of sex trafficking.” “Girls who walk to school in rural India and Cambodia are raped at staggering rates. Studies have shown that riding a bicycle to school is much safer, and girls often ride together,” said Tsering’s mother, At the first event in 2018, Tsering sold campaign T-shirts to other riders including Anna Delaski, right. Kristi Hundt.

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The ride offers two relatively flat routes of 6 miles and 13 miles. Both are “kid-friendly,” but riders of all ages are welcome. Pre-registration is encouraged to help with logistics, but not required. Tsering became involved with Lotus Outreach International last year during a two-day internship while a student at Dunn School. (Dunn requires all eighth-graders to connect with a nonprofit organization for two days.) Her mother has known board and staff members of the organization for years, but the internship prompted Tsering to organize their first Lotus Pedals ride a year ago. “Last year, we raised $7,500, which was our goal. That means 100 bicycle scholarships, and therefore school for two years for 100 girls in the developing world,” Hundt said. When Lotus Outreach gives a girl a bicycle scholarship, her parents or guardians must sign a contract agreeing to keep her in school for two years. Lotus Outreach and their partners then monitor the students’ progress and verify their attendance. This year’s goal is another 100 bicycles. People can help by donating any amount of money, riding in the event, asking civic clubs or employers to donate, spreading the word on social media (using the hashtags #LetsRideTogether and #EducateAGirlChangeTheWorld), or volunteering during the ride. With two separate routes this year, more volunteers will be needed. Tsering intends to continue the ride every Mother’s Day weekend until she reaches the overall goal of 1,000 bicycles. Riders should meet in the Sunstone parking lot at 8 a.m. on May 11; rides begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. The beginners will take an out-and-back route starting south on Refugio Road and turning around at the end of the pavement, a total distance of about six miles. The 13-mile route goes north on Refugio, west on Roblar Road, south on Alamo Pintado Road, and back to Refugio via the dedicated bike path that parallels Highway 246. At the end of the ride, refreshments and vouchers for Figueroa Mountain beer will be provided in the Sunstone staging area. The event ends at 10:30 a.m. To volunteer or get more information, send email to 1000bikecampaign@gmail.com.

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Airport Day teaches kids to soar, launches some careers Staff Report

anta Barbara County students who are selected for this year’s flight training scholarships will be announced at the annual Airport Day on Saturday, May 18. Winning one of the highly coveted scholarships and finishing their flight instruction can lead to careers in aviation, according to event organizer Robert “Captain Bob” Perry, who has been flying for almost 40 years. “Learning to fly gives them the knowledge to learn how to do something they didn’t know how to do,” he said. “The scholarship gives them that start.” The scholarships are available for all Santa Barbara County students age 14-17, and at least two will be awarded at the fifth annual Airport Day on May 18 at Santa Ynez Valley Airport. Perry noted that a few of the scholarship students have become commercial airline pilots and some have gone into the military, with a few becoming fighter pilots. Major Amy Moore, an Air Force reservist and graduate of Santa Ynez Valley High School, applied for a local youth aviation scholarship after hearing about it from a friend. She went on to attend the Air Force Academy from 2004-2008 and completed

People at Airport Day will get to experience aircraft from biplanes to helicopters, such as this Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue helicopter. File photos Airport day will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18, with registration for the Young Eagles youth flying event starting at 9 a.m.

her Air Force pilot training in 2009. Moore left active duty in 2014 and has been a reservist ever since, completing Air Force missions every six weeks or so. The job has taken her to about 30 different countries all over the word. The Airport Day 2019 Flight Scholarship

is funded by grants from the Santa Ynez Valley Airport Authority and the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation. Airport Day will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with registration for the Young Eagles youth flying event starting at 9 a.m.

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May Day has long, varied history of celebrations

By John Copeland

ay is named for Maia, the Greek goddess of fertility and eldest of the seven Pleiades sisters. Orion the hunter, after meeting the sisters, was so enamored with the young women that he relentlessly pursued them. Taking pity on their plight, Zeus set them in the heavens as a striking constellation of stars in the northeast quadrant of the sky. Maia’s festival was held at the beginning of May and celebrated with spring flowers and blooms. May 1st has probably had more festivals and events associated with it than any other day of the year; it has been celebrated around the world for eons. In pre-Christian Europe, May Day was called Beltane by the Celts and other ancient Europeans and was the second “cross-quarter” day of the year, situated halfway between the spring equinox and summer solstice. If Feb. 2 — Ground hog Day or Imbolc

— the first cross-quarter day of the year, was filled with the anticipation of spring’s renewal of life, the true essence of May Day was focused on the explosion of life that unfolds as summer arrives. Even today, in many countries, it’s a national holiday and a day to celebrate spring. In other nations it is a day for political protests and organized labor rallies, but it is also observed as Saint Joseph’s feast day. For most Americans, May Day has become an obscure holiday, one that many associate either with a distress call or the once feared specter of communist domination. Yet it does have a long and notable history, and it’s a great example of the collision of paradoxical elements that occur on many of our holidays. In the past, May Day was an occasion for revelry and celebrating fertility and the start of summer. On May Eve, it was once customary to light bonfires on hilltops. Cattle were driven between the fires to ensure their fertility and a bountiful harvest. Men and women ran through the bonfires, too, for cleansing and good luck in the year ahead. It was the time when the Maypole was raised in villages. The pole was brightly painted and hung with greenery and ribbons. Unmarried men and women of the village would dance, holding on to the ribbons until they became entwined, with their hopedfor new love. In colonial America, Puritans frowned on May Day, so as a holiday it was never celebrated with as much enthusiasm in the United States as in other countries. However, here in America we did have a May Day tradition that was still practiced

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Take nothing for granted in family searches By Sheila Benedict Contributing Writer

hat’s in a name, or a surname? Those are two important questions when you are searching for your

family. Don’t let spelling bother you – many names are misspelled and that is no reason to think you have found the wrong family. First, let’s look at the history of names, especially surnames. Many generations ago, there were no surnames – people had a given name and no one thought anything about it. Communities were small and one given name was enough. Once communities began to grow, there might be a George the butcher, or Abe the short, Michael from Manchester, or any other distinguisher. However, history tells us that in about 1066, Norman barons brought sur-

alf marathon has new route, new partner

Nearly 2,000 runners are expected to participate in the 13th annual Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon on Saturday, May 11, and this year the event has the Chumash Casino Resort as a new partner. Through the partnership, the Chumash will host a photo opportunity booth at the fitness fair after the race. Additionally, the resort-owned Hotel Corque will serve as the official headquarters hotel for runners and event staff. This year, the race will feature a revamped route that starts and finishes at Solvang Park. After crossing the finish line, participants are invited to join family and friends to relax and sip wines from 20 wineries at the post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park. Runners can also choose the two-person half-marathon relay option for a shorter run

names to England and over time they became widespread. It was common to use occupations, places of birth, names of trees or bushes, musical instruments, names of various animals, and often religious names too. Not surprisingly, over time surnames were changed by individuals or families that, for whatever reason, felt the need to so do. There are some standard naming patterns for first names commonly used: first-born son named for the father’s father, second son for the mother’s father, third son named after the father, fourth son after the father’s eldest brother. For daughters, the first born named after the mother’s mother, the second daughter after the father’s mother, third after

the mother, and fourth after the mother’s eldest sister. Having said that, nothing is carved in stone. For instance, if a young child died, it was common to use his or her name for the next child born. That would totally break the so-called pattern. In Scandinavian countries, people might have their own set of standards, as would other countries as well. Today, none of that might apply. Couples could use a godparent, a business partner, a saint’s name, their favorite musician, or just a name they like. The point is, there could naming order or disorder, and it is up to the genealogist to determine all of it. These are clues and they

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Local expert to examine changes in forest fires

Vegetation ecologist Dr. Nicole Molinari will talk about the impacts of wildfire in Southern California’s national forests at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at the Los Olivos Community Photo contributed Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Ave. Chaparral in the Santa Ynez Mountains burned in the The free lecture is open to all members of Whittier Fire. the public and co-hosted by the Santa Ynez Molinari works for the U.S. Forest SerValley Natural History Society and the Los vice, stationed at Los Padres National Forest Olivos Library. For millennia, fire has played an integral role headquarters. She received her MS in biology from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and her Ph.D. in shaping plant communities across Califorin ecology and evolution from UCB. nia. Today, however, fire frequency, size and severity seem to be steadily increasing across To learn more about the Natural History Socithe state. What are the causes and consequences of these changes? ety’s upcoming programs, visit syvnature.org.

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Cattlewomen serve tri-tip dinner at Los Alamos Valley Senior Center By Pamela Dozois Contributing Writer

he Los Alamos Senior Center was filled with the delightful aroma of barbecue, the sweet smell of spring flowers and the joy of friends and neighbors gathered to enjoy a feast. Members of the Santa Barbara County Cattle Women’s Association were in the kitchen preparing to feed more than 50 people. As guests filed in from all over Los Alamos, they were warmly greeted by Kathy Christoferson. Plates filled with tri-tip, salsa, macaroni salad and carrots were served to each of the guests seated at brightly covered tables, followed by brownies and ice cream for dessert. The five volunteers from the Cattlewomen’s Association, Susie Snow, Sherry Musgrove, Brandy Branquinho, Sharla Branquinho and Gail Knight, were each given a yellow rose in appreciation of their generosity and hard work, along with a thank-you card signed by all who attended. Brandy Branquinho, president of the Cattlewomen’s Association, then asked if any of the guests had a “cow” story they would like to share. Sheryl Woods, president of the Los Alamos Valley Senior Center, spoke about going to a farm when she was a child and playing with the calves, and bottle-feeding them. Overwhelmed by their “cuteness,” she said, she

Photo by Pamela Dozois Pictured from left are Senior Center Vice President Carole Bloom, Susie Snow, Sherry Musgrove, Brandy Branquinho, Sharla Branquinho and Gail Knight.

pleaded desperately but unsuccessfully with her father to allow her to take one or more of them home with her. Doug Taub told a story of his grandparents, who were from Lithuania and had a farm in Detroit. During the depression they would invite anyone who wanted to come to the farm to help out. One day while he and his parents were visiting the farm, his parents lost track of him. After searching high and low they found him over the fence, with the cows, licking a

salt block. Linda Gabrielson recalled the day that six of the neighbor’s cows got into their chicken coop, eating the chicken feed. The farmer eventually arrived with bread in hand and the cows came running to him. The cows then followed him back home, which was two miles away. Each received a small door prize for sharing their amusing stories. “I saw people here tonight who usually

don’t get out much,” said Stephen Webb. “Even though I’m not a senior yet,” he said with a twinkle in his eye, “I’m glad I came. It makes my community existence complete.” “Everyone here are wonderful people,” said Doug Clark. “My wife Nancy and I accidentally stumbled into Los Alamos from Utah five years ago, looking for a home to rent on the Central Coast. We were wonderfully surprised at the generosity and kindness we found in this community. We decided to stay and get involved with volunteering at the Los Alamos Valley Senior Center, and we love it here.” After dinner, Woods reminded everyone of the upcoming Los Alamos Town-wide Garage Sale that is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 18. For a list of garage sale addresses and a town map, visit the Los Alamos Post Office at 497 Bell St. between 3:30 and 5 p.m. Friday, May 17, and on the day of the sale. The objective of the Santa Barbara County Cattle Women’s Association is to promote the beef industry and to educate people about California beef. They also fund scholarships and offer support to local 4-H and Future Farmers of America groups. For more information on the Town-Wide Garage Sale, call Kathy Christoferson at 805344-1931 or 805-878-7909.

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‘Bullitt’ Mustang is a drive-by shooter

By John L. Baeke

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top! Before proceeding, in order to fully appreciate what you are about to read, I suggest putting on a black turtleneck and old jeans and then downloading “Bullitt,” the all-time quintessential car chase movie, starring Steve McQueen. The streets of San Francisco were not safe in 1969 when McQueen went flying and drifting in his 1968 Mustang GT fastback, and today the streets of the Santa Ynez Valley too shall tremble. Another Bullitt has just been fired. Over the years, all automakers have attempted to recapture the hearts (and pocketbooks) of car buyers by producing “retro” vehicles (note: auto manufacturers abhor that term) which, by design, resemble the look of popular past motoring icons. Some of these attempts were only modestly successful, for example the 2002 Ford Thunderbird, the Chrysler PT Cruiser and Plymouth Prowler. Others were a dismal failure. The Chevrolet SSR and 2004 Pontiac GTO come to mind. One of the most successful “retros” has to be the Ford Mustang. From 1974 to 2004, sales of the Mustang remained healthy, but it was a car suffering with an identity crisis. Some years, it was a compact car sporting a miserly 4-cylinder motor. Other times, its “performance package” was little more than showy decals. Fortunately, this all changed in 2005 when Ford Motor Company unveiled the new Mustang which, without apology, returned to the classic shape of the first-generation Mustang

Photos contributed Jim Vreeland passes the keys to the Bullitt’s new owner, Eric Denbrook, in April.

Steve McQueen as Bullitt in the 1968 Warner Brothers film.

fastback. Once again, Mustang had the look and power as originally intended. Within the Mustang cognoscenti, you will quickly learn that few examples command

more adoration than the fastbacks of 19651968. Understandably, when rogue detective Frank Bullitt (McQueen) made box office fame chasing a mob boss and his ’68 Dodge Charger,

The new car came with an iconic cue-ball shifter, just like in McQueen’s original.

Bullitt’s highland green Mustang became instant legend. In the filming of “Bullitt,” Warner Bros. Studios used two identical ’68 highland green Mustang fastbacks. One dubbed the “Hero” car has languished in the garage of a lucky New Jersey owner since 1974. Years later, even McQueen’s “name-your-price” offer to buy his baby back was unsuccessful. More amazingly the other movie car, dubbed the “Chase” or stunt car, was thought to have been shredded, but in 2017 was actually found rusting away in a Mexican junkyard. For both original movie cars to survive is truly amazing, and this explains why they are the most valuable Mustangs on the planet. Never to miss a marketing opportunity, in BULLITT CONTINUES TO PAGE 28

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Hospital auxiliary awards $3,000 scholarships to 7 students

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he Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Auxiliary awarded a $3,000 scholarship to each of seven students, a total of $21,000, during its annual “Thank You Picnic Lunch” at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum on April 23. Scholarships are awarded each year to Santa Ynez Valley students who have been accepted for higher education in, or are currently studying in, health or medical-related careers. Scholarships were selected by a committee of auxiliary members co-chaired this year by Martha Nedegaard and Jacky Green, along with members Barbara Breza, Brenda Loskamp, Susan Snekvik and April Vossler. Funds for five of the scholarships came from the proceeds of the auxiliary’s New to You thrift shop in downtown Solvang. The sixth award came from the Ann Bertero Scholarship Fund administered by the SYVCH Foundation. The seventh scholarship came from the Jean Pack Scholarship Fund established through the SYVCH Foundation. This year’s scholarship winners are: n Hannah Albrecht: A senior at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, Hannah attend-

Photo contributed From left to right are scholarship recipients Miari Costarelli, Hannah Albrecht, Benjamin Blacker, Isabella Hartley and Anna Foley, SYVCH Vice President Wende Cappetta, recipients Christine Dettelis and Emily King, and Scholarship Committee Co-chairs Jacky Green and Martha Nedegaard.

ed the luncheon with her parents, Terry and Laura Albrecht. She will be attending Cal State Northridge to pursue a major in psychology with a focus on neuroscience. n Miari Costarelli: Upon graduating in May from Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, Miari will be attending Occidental College in Los Angeles to pursue a major in cognitive science. She attended the luncheon with her

mother, Kiran Mariwalla. n Christine Dettelis: A senior at Dunn School, Christine was accompanied to the luncheon with her mother, Michelle Dettelis, and academic advisor Barbara Haig. Christine will attend UCLA to major in neuroscience. n Anna Foley: After graduating from Santa Ynez Valley Union High School in May, Anna will attend UCSB to pursue a major in bio-psy-

chology, which focuses on the biological and psychological factors affecting behavior. n Isabella Hartley: A senior at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, Isabella will attend the University of San Francisco Honors College with a double major in psychology and biology. She was joined at the luncheon by her mother, Dana Di Croce. n Emily King: Emily is a senior at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School and will be attending Santa Barbara City College in the fall. She plans to major in biology with a career goal of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. She attended the luncheon with her parents, Doug and Kristi King. n Benjamin Blacker: Benjamin, a senior at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, attended the luncheon with his parents Jeremy and Lyndsey Blacker. He will attend San Diego State University and will major in bioengineering to prepare for medical school. To get more information or join the auxiliary, contact Martine Surey at 805-686-3971 or msurey@sbch.org, or visit www.cottagehealth.org/santa-ynez-valley-cottage-hospital/volunteer.

Craft Faire bringing art back to Los Olivos By Pamela Dozois Contributing Writer

os Olivos was once a tiny, quaint artists’ community that has since become a wine destination. With the intention of reviving the arts and crafts movement in Los Olivos, David Esdaile and Kaaren Jordan have come up with the idea of holding a “Third Saturday Craft Faire” in the garden at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. “It would be nice to bring a little of the arts and crafts flavor back into the mix,” said Esdaile, manager of Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom in Los Olivos. “It was David’s idea, one that had been rolling around in his head for some time now,” said Jordan. “David and I started talking about how we could make this happen.” Jordan has been doing “Jewelry Pop Up” shows once a month at the Figueroa Mountain Brewery Taproom for several years. “I’ve been friends with David for about four years. We were talking one day about how we could get more craft people involved and how that could benefit the merchants by bringing more traffic into Los Olivos,” said Jordan. “I’m really good at organizing and David is really busy at the taproom, so I decided to volunteer as the co-organizer and get this Third Saturday Craft Faire up and running.” The fair will debut from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18, in the garden of Figueroa Mountain Brewery Co., 2365 Alamo Pintado,

Jewelry designed by Kaaren’s Creations will be among the offerings at the Los Olivos Third Saturday Craft Faire. Photos contributed A child’s play table by DAGE will be one of the featured items at the Los Olivos Third Saturday Craft Faire.

The Third Saturday Craft Faire will launch May 18 in the garden at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. in Los Olivos.

Los Olivos. Oddly Straight, a local duo, will play music. There will be a food truck provided by AR Catering, as well as vendors of jewelry, succulents, garden arrangements, textile art, ceramics, and fused glass. “We are starting off with six vendors and hope to add more as the event progresses,” said Jordan. This month’s artists are Mary Nohr, Shelly Kenny, Fith Nygren and Jodi Robles, as well as Esdaile and Jordan. “Our hope is to make this a destination event. We are trying this out for the summer months to see if we can attract both locals and visitors to the town – offering something a little different for our guests,” Esdaile said. Craft vendors who want to participate in the future can call Jordan at 805-245-9908. For more information, email Esdaile at figmtnbrew.com or call Jordan.

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Art museums offering free admission on May 19

ocal art museums are celebrating the 10th annual Art Museum Day by offering free admission and special programming for the public on Sunday, May 19. In Solvang, the participating institutions include the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature and the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art. In Santa Barbara, they are the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Historical Museum, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Admission to the Elverhoj is typically free, with a donation requested, but the museum is also encouraging visitors to support the spirit of this day with special offers. The Association of Art Museum Directors launched Art Museum Day 10 years ago to underscore the ways in which art museums foster community, providing crucial opportunities for visitors of all ages to learn and be inspired by the limitlessness of what centuries of peoples and cultures have created. While many communities have celebrations that involve museum participation, Art Museum Day is an opportunity for member institutions to coordinate and give back. Last year, more than 150 museums nationwide participated in the special event. Participating organizations and their

special exhibitions and programming on May 19 are: n Elverhoj Museum of History & Art,

1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang; Open Wednesday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., www.elverhoj.org Special event: Bobbin Lacemaking demonstration, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Special offer: 10 percent off museum memberships On view: “The Art of Dress,” “Vikings!,” and ongoing exhibits celebrating Solvang history and the Danish immigrant experience

653 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara. Open Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 12 – 5 p.m.; www.mcasantabarbara.org Special offer: 10 percent off museum memberships On view: Lara Favaretto, plus nearby exhibition sites at 907 State St. and 35 Anacapa St. n Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara; Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 12 – 5 p.m.; www. sbhistorical.org. On view: “Trusted Treasures: Favorite Works of our Trustees,” “Great Photographers in Santa Barbara History,” Gledhill Library Collection 1860-1960, Edward Borein Gallery of Western Art, “The Story of Santa Barbara” n Fernald Mansion,

n Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara,

414 W. Montecito Street, Santa Barbara. Open Saturday at 11 a.m. for guided tours

and by appointment; www.sbhistorical.org On view: Charles Fernald’s home, an example of the Victorian Queen Anne style of architecture n Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara. Open Tuesday – Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; www.sbma.net Special event: “Ensemble Free Day: A Day of All Possible Music,” 1 – 4 p.m. All ages are invited to enjoy a performance on the sculptural instrument in the Ensemble exhibition; interactive family guides, including musical scores and recipes; bell-inspired art activities in the Family Resource Center; pop-up musical moments; and refreshments. On view: Chris Kallmyer: “Ensemble, Out of Storage and into the Light: Sculptures That Tell Stories,” Kehinde Wiley: “Equestrian Portrait of Prince Tommaso of Savoy-Carignan,” and “Bamboo, Rocks, and Old Trees: Chinese Calligraphy and Literati Painting” n Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Drive, Solvang. Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Special event: Drop-in Recycled Art Activity, 1 – 4 p.m. On view: “Ray Strong: A Collector’s Passion,” permanent collection featuring new acquisitions, and “Inspired in Nature: Solvang School Photography.”

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‘Pawty of year’ to support local animals in need

Photo contributed Volunteers Nicole Witmer, left, and Rick Lee pour wine at last year’s Pups & Purrs fundraiser with the help of Nicole’s dog, Sarge, an alumnus of Old Yeller Ranch Rescue.

The sixth annual Pups & Purrs event returns to Fess Parker Winery in Los Olivos from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 1, to raise money and support for Santa Barbara County animals in need. The event, which organizers call the “pawty of the year,” will feature food from High on the Hog Catering, wine from Fess Parker Winery, beer by Third Window Brewing and live music by The Reserve and Chelsea Chaput. Silent and live auctions will feature local art, jewelry and other individual items and packages including vacation getaways, exclusive wine collections and spa treatments. VIP guests will get early admission, priority seating at dinner and the auction, and other benefits. VIP tickets are $150 through May 31 and $250 at the door. General admission tickets are $60 through May 31 and $70 at the door. The event provides critical funds to support Old Yeller Ranch Rescue’s mission to end canine homelessness by providing education and a safety net of services to the community. For tickets or more information, go to oyrr. org/pupsnpurrs. To contact someone directly about the event, email oldyellerranchrescue@ gmail.com or call 805-500-6977.

SY resident to lead Sheriff’s Benevolent Posse Sara O’Shaughnessy of Santa Ynez has been elected president of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Benevolent Posse board of directors. She succeeds Richard Kline, who has been

elected chairman of the board. “It has been an honor to serve on the Sheriff’s Benevolent Posse the past five years,” O’Shaughnessy said. “I’m thrilled to be elected as president and to be able to continue Sara O’Shaughnessy to help raise funds for the needs of the Sheriff’s Office.” The local businesswoman grew up in the Santa Ynez Valley and graduated from UCSB with honors. She spent 20 years in the publishing and advertising business in Southern California, running West Coast advertising sales for various national magazines, most recently Field & Stream. After 13 years living in Newport Beach, she, her husband and daughter returned to live in the Santa Ynez Valley 11 years ago. Board members of the nonprofit Sheriff’s Posse donate their time and efforts to help the Sheriff’s Office fill needs not funded by the county budget. For more information, visit www.sheriffsposse.org.

daughter of watercolorist Elizabeth Phillips. Her diverse interests have led her to express her artistic abilities in a variety of settings, including set design for theater, mural painting, costume design and clothing design as well as jewelry and accessory design. Painting, however, has been her continuing passion. She lives and paints in Los Alamos. Solvang 3rd Wednesdays are held the third Wednesday of every month, with dozens of merchants, restaurants, wine tasting rooms and professional offices offering discounts, events and sales. Upcoming Solvang 3rd Wednesday openings include Joe Mancuso on June 19 and Dirk Foslien on July 17. Log onto www. solvangantiques.com/gallery-events/ for more information.

Solvang students perform at LA guitar festival

Solvang Antiques announces art gallery series Photo contributed Brett Adams, Will Losson and Joshua McCollum, from left, perform at the Young Artist Showcase.

Photo contributed Mary Kay West with her painting “Gladiolas with Hummingbirds.”

Starting May 15, Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery will host a series of gallery openings on Solvang 3rd Wednesdays, each featuring one of the gallery’s contemporary artists or a local artist for four weeks. Painter Mary Kay West will kick off the series on May 15 with a champagne reception from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. West is a native of Asheville, N.C., and is the

Song In My Heart Studio’s guitar trio of Brett Adams, Joshua McCollum and Will Losson performed March 30 before a large audience at Loyola Marymount University’s annual Young Artist Showcase guitar festival, which is attended by students from as far away as Las Vegas. The local students also attended concerts and received coaching from the renowned guitarist Dr. Connie Sheu. “I am gratified to see our students identifying with high-achieving artists and performing with beauty and grace in world-class settings,” said Vahid Imani, director of guitar studies at Song In My Heart Studio in Solvang. The studio in Frederik’s Court offers private instruction in guitar and piano with multiple ensembles and musical groups. For more information, visit www.simheart.com.

Wildling to host botanical illustration workshop

Photo contributed Chris Chapman is a prolific Santa Barbara-area artist.

The Wildling Museum of Art & Nature will host the workshop “Botanical Illustration — Flowers, Plants & Trees” with Chris Chapman from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The class size is limited to 12 people and is appropriate for adults of all skill levels. Whether working with graphite pencil, watercolor, colored pencil, or pen and ink, students of nature will learn to draw and paint growing things and to understand their form and function. A multitude of possible subjects can apply: flower or plant, fruit or vegetable, feather or seashell, tree leaves or bark. Participants are encouraged to bring several things, as well as a brown-bag lunch for a half-hour break at noon. Register at wildlingmuseum.org/news/botanical-illustration-flowers-plants-trees, stop at the Wildling Museum store, or call 805-6868315. Chapman is a prolific Santa Barbara-area artist. Born in Pasadena in 1950, she grew up riding and exploring Southern California’s open spaces, forging a bond between nature and creative expression. She and her painter husband John Iwerks married in 1999. They co-managed Arroyo Hondo Preserve on the Gaviota Coast in the early 2000s, creating a visitors center, adobe art gallery, interpretive natural history artwork and organizing plein air events. Chapman and Iwerks now live and paint in the Santa Ynez Valley.

Santa Ynez Chumash tribe honored for serving others Community Action Commission will present its Champions award at May 17 dinner. Staff Report

ach year the Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County (CAC) recognizes extraordinary organizations or individuals who have helped improve the lives of children, youth, families, and seniors in their communities. For 2019, CAC has selected the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians for its Community Action Champions honor, citing the ongoing Chumash commitment to making the community it serves a better place. “The Chumash are our 2019 Champions because of the support they give within our local community, especially providing opportunities to the least advantaged, and improving the lives

Photo contributed Among many other activities, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation coordinates Team Chumash volunteers who provided grounds clean-up and maintenance for the Santa Barbara Zoo “Zoo to Do” volunteer day.

of young people,” said CAC CEO Patricia Keelean. The 14th annual dinner will be held on Friday, May 17, at Hotel Corque in Solvang. Previous years’ Community Action Champions include Lois Capps, Sheriff Bill Brown,

Michael and Anne Towbes, Dr. Kevin Walthers of Hancock College, the Orfalea Foundation, and CenCal Health. The annual Community Action Champions dinner also raises much-needed funds to support CAC’s Healthy Senior Lunch program. The

2019 event theme is “The Art of Giving Back” in keeping with a new social enterprise under CAC’s Nutrition Services area. The Art of Giving Back Cafe and Catering Company is in the works to raise additional funds for meal programs for Seniors. For every dollar raised, CenCal Health will match the amount up to an additional $100,000 contribution. “This matching fund opportunity from CenCal Health, in combination with the support of our other sponsors, moves us significantly closer to our fundraising goal of $400,000,” said Linda Rosso, CAC’s Development Manager. The 14th annual Champions event begins with a 6 p.m. reception, then 7 p.m. dinner and presentation at Hotel Corque, 400 Alisal Road in Solvang. Tickets and sponsorships are available at www.cacsb.org. Call 805-964-8857, ext. 1101, to RSVP or get more information.

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‘Inclusion’ shares local experiences with diversity and immigration By Inclusion SYV Contributed

n May 2018, NBC News reported that a large majority (64 percent) of Americans said that racism remains a major problem in American society. Unfortunately, the Santa Ynez Valley is not immune to the impacts of racism and bigotry. Is there a way that we can all better embrace the national, ethnic, religious, and gender diversity of our community and live more rewarding lives? That’s the purpose of Inclusion SYV, an organization founded in 2017. The members of Inclusion welcome you to a monthly series of true stories written by members of our community, dedicated to initiating a continuing and open discussion of the immigrant experience and the often dramatic and long-term impact of both welcoming and traumatic events. Our hope is that readers will find each story a meaningful contribution to a better understanding of each other. The names of the writers are kept anonymous to protect their identity. Please email any comments to INCLUSIONSYV@gmail.com. If you are interested in telling your story, please let us know.

Uprooted to the United States

My father was uprooted as a teenager from Los Altos de Jalisco, México, to join the masses of men, laborers, who were transported in trains, semi-trucks, and buses to the United States border. This movement resulted from a labor program drafted by the United States and México with the intent to fill the void of “American” manual and agriculture workers during the latter part of World War II. The program became known as The Bracero Program, which started in 1942 and ended in 1964. Once the Mexican workers arrived at the U.S.-México border, they were contracted by ranchers or corporations to work seasonally. My father worked from Texas to Wisconsin to California and many states in between. He recalls work being abundant, working in horrible environments for even worse wages, and living in abysmal conditions. Hundreds of men were packed in barracks-like living spaces and tents without the proper infrastructure for humans to inhabit. Such labor camps were similar to the plantations in the South and the historic internment camps. Like thousands of Mexican workers, my father was dismissed from job sites and at times deported without pay. While this was not common practice, some ranchers did take advantage of people’s inability to advocate for themselves; besides, Mexican workers did not have rights. In 1964 the Bracero Program was deemed over, and as a result, my father was deported in the fall of the same year. Soon after my father’s return to Jalisco, he had his second child. Work was scarce in the area, and the pay was minimal. He was forced to return to the United States. My father returned to the U.S. in 1965 and landed a job in Los Olivos, a place he grew to know best as a laborer. Longing to provide for his growing young family in México, my father worked as a ranch hand, breaking mules, tending to cattle, growing hay and alfalfa, and keeping up the daily maintenance of the ranch. It was a full-time job that

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Toasted Chicken Mayonnaise is a family favorite By Vida Gustafson

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hile a grilled cheese sandwich maintains pole position in my heart, a grilled chicken mayonnaise is a close second and a family favorite. Every time I roast a chicken, I know the next day I can make a yummy quick lunch with the leftovers. You can skip the roasting part and make this recipe with a store-bought rotisserie chicken or any precooked chicken. Keep a batch in the fridge for quick assembly later in the week.

Ingredients:

Per 1 cup of cooked chicken, add 1-1/2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp sugar 1/8 tsp salt 1/4 black pepper 2-3 medium kosher dill pickles/spears (chopped) 1 tsp capers (chopped) 1tbsp chopped fresh chives 4 slices of bread (I find that sourdough grills up particularly well) 1-2 tbsp butter

Photo by Vida Gustafson Toasted Chicken Mayonnaise makes a quick lunch from leftovers.

Cut the cooked chicken up into bitesized pieces and mix with the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and salt. Use a fork — you want to start breaking down the meat fibers. We’re looking for the texture of pulled chicken here, so don’t be shy with the fork. When you’re satisfied with the consistency, go ahead and add the chopped pickles, capers and chives (if using). Here is where you taste the chicken salad and see how you’d like to adjust it. Everybody has their own unique seasoning sweet spot for tangy, creamy, chicken-y goodness. You may even want to spice it up with some cayenne Preheat your pan on medium-low heat. I like using my 12-inch cast iron skillet for these. Fill your sandwich bread with the chicken salad mixture; about 1-2 tablespoons of filling should suffice. Butter the outside of the sandwich and proceed to cook on both sides, just like a grilled cheese. Serve with a simple tossed green salad. For the carb-conscious, this makes a great filling for butter lettuce cups as well..

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Stafford’s Chocolates melds with Swedish Candy Factory By Raiza Giorgi

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Polkagris is a hard taffy that gets softer and chewier in your mouth. Traditionally, the Swedish walk around with a Polkagris stick and eat it like a lollipop, but the candy is fragile and can easily be broken into smaller pieces. Polkagris is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, preservative-free, and made with plant-based colors.

my Freedman remembers going to Stafford’s Chocolates as a child with her family on special occasions in her hometown of Porterville. She loved the way the chocolate smelled, and the taste still reminds her of afternoons after church. “My family had no background in chocolate making, but when the Stafford family wanted to move on, it was really my brother’s dream that we all decided to help out with,” Freedman said. Stafford’s Chocolates was taken over by her brother Ben Taylor and family in 2011, and it has had a big presence in Los Olivos in the small water tower next to the coffee shop for the past several years. They wanted a chance to expand but were waiting for the right opportunity. “When we learned that the Liljeblad family wanted to go back to personal training instead of making Polkatwists (a traditional Swedish candy) we thought it would be a great chance to get into Solvang and bring our two unique candies companies together,” Freedman said. Ubbe and Edle Liljeblad opened the Swedish Candy Factory in December 2016, and they believe it is the only place in the United States that makes the popular Swedish treat. This candy has been made in Sweden since 1859, originated by a woman named Amalia Eriksson. In Sweden, the Polkagris is so

Photos contributed Swedish Candy Factory uses a baking table made from a bowling-alley floor, a Swedish tradition. “Baker Bob” Freed loves showing onlookers his polkatwist-making skills.

This Swedish candy stick was invented in 1859 by Amalia Eriksson in Granna, Sweden, and remains a popular candy tradition in Sweden.

well known that everyone travels to a little town named Gränna to watch the making of the candy and get their own piece of the magic. “We officially took over in February after going through an extensive training

on how to make the polkatwists in the proper fashion. I love that our table is next to the window so as people walk by they can watch it being made and experience the magic,” Freedman said. It is not considered a true Polkatwist

unless the bakers roll out the dough on a wooden table made from planks from a bowling alley. Just as in Gränna, they roll their Polkatwists on such a table in Solvang. Freedman said their mother’s side of the family is Swedish, so it was fitting they would operate a Swedish candy company. They plan to close the Los Olivos location and bring all their inventory to Solvang. There are big plans for the future, including polkatwist-making workshops and private parties. Follow them on social media or sign up for their newsletter at www.swedishcandyfactory.com.

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2 local hockey teams win So Cal championships SYV players are key parts of Santa Barbara Ice Hawks By Brian Stanley

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eaturing youth hockey players from the Santa Ynez Valley, the Santa Barbara Ice Hawks’ captured the first two championship titles in the club’s young history this season. “That’s the first championships for our club,” said Johan Frisell, head coach of the Peewee and the Midget teams. “It’s super fun to see the kids get rewarded for all the hard work they put in.” Founded in 2016, the Ice Hawks’ Peewee (12U-BB) and Midget (16U-A) teams battled through the field of Southern California Amateur Hockey Association (SCAHA) teams for the opportunity to play for the top prize of their divisions in March. “We had a small team; a big part of this team drove 40 minutes to participate,” Frisell said. Represented locally by James Neary and Dylan Featherson of Santa Ynez High School and Cody Turner and Johan Marmorstein of Dunn School in Los Olivos, the Ice Hawks’ Midget program wrapped up the regular season on top of the standings with a 12-1-2 record. “I felt we really worked for it. We crushed our region because we had that motivation to get a banner for our rink,” Turner said. “I’m really proud of my team.” The 16U-A team then muscled its way through the playoffs, winning all four contests for the opportunity to face the Ontario Moose in the SCAHA championship game. “For a lot of the kids it’s their last time playing, so It’s a great way to go out and win,” Frisell said. One of those players getting his final rink time with the Ice Hawks due to age restrictions is Turner, who also plays baseball for the Dunn Earwigs. “Turner is the number one utility player on the team. He works harder than anyone else,” Frisell said. “It’s going to be really hard to replace any of the kids that are aging up.”

Photos contributed The Santa Barbara Ice Hawks’ Peewee and Midget teams recently won the Southern California Amateur Hockey Association Championship.

The Ice Hawks continued to show their dominance, only allowing the Ontario Moose two goals in the 9-2 victory for the Southern California crown and a chance at a state title. “Marmorstein played pretty much every game at goalkeeper for us,” Frisell said. “He works hard and never complains.” Neary led Santa Barbara’s defense in con-

trolling the puck over its opponents, giving the offense opportunities to set up shots on goal. The Ice Hawks scored 32 goals while only giving up nine goals against. “Neary has developed a ton this year to be a great defenseman,” Frisell said. Advancing with the Ice Hawks to the California Amateur Hockey Association State

(CAHA) Final Four from the south were the Moose, to square off with the top two teams from the Northern California Amateur Hockey Association (NCAHA), the Tri Valley Blue Devils 1 and Tri Valley Blue Devils 2. The Ice Hawks finished third in the 16U-A state tournament behind the champions Tri Valley Blue Devils 2 and runner-up Tri Valley Blue Devils 1 at Solar4America Ice in San Jose. Collin Bowman, who attends Santa Ynez Charter School, led the Ice Hawks Peewee program to the SCAHA 12U-BB crown, picking up a win over the California Goldrush 4-2. “Colin was outstanding this year,” Frisell said. “He was the leading goal scorer in the league and the assistant captain on the team. He’s a humble, hard-working kid with a super attitude.” Accompanied by the Goldrush, the Peewee Ice Hawks set out to San Jose for the state tournament to face off with the Santa Rosa Flyers and the Fresno Jr. Monsters. The Ice Hawks finished second at the CAHA state championships. Santa Barbara came out hot, sweeping the 12U-BB round robin play in the tournament. The sweep set the Peewee Ice Hawks up for a rematch with the Flyers in the championship game, whom they had beaten 4-3 to start round robin. The Ice Hawks couldn’t hold off the Flyers the second time, falling 3-2 in the championship game. Other Santa Ynez Valley area athletes playing for the Ice Hawks include Adam Marmorstein for the 14U Bantam team and, on the 10U-B Squirts, Hudson Laux and Mason McBeth. Coming off the two championship wins, the Ice Hawks are back on the ice in the Memorial Shoot Out held in Irvine on Memorial Day weekend. The Ice Hawks are also preparing for their next season in the SCAHA, holding tryouts June 14 for players ages 6 to 16 at Ice in Paradise in Goleta. The Peewee and Midget teams will be back at work defending their SCAHA championships with the season starts up in August.

Dunn School Spotlight Staff Report

ach spring the Santa Ynez Valley Star highlights students who have made an impact on the community or their schools and who will be going on to either higher education, military service, or trade schools. Today, we profile two seniors at Dunn School, Katriel Ford and Theo Brown.

Katriel Ford

When Katriel Ford saw the Dunn School facilities after her brother started playing baseball there, she told her parents she wanted to go to Dunn as well. “I love this school and the community

that I have made here. While I’m excited to graduate and move on, I will miss it here incredibly,” said Ford, 18. She will be attending Pomona College in the fall and hopes to pursue a degree in astrophysics with a double major in English. “I started talking astronomy and physics and loved it so much. I also love writing, so hopefully I can find a career that combines all my passions,” Ford said.

The Nipomo resident also was active in soccer, lacrosse and volleyball. She was the captain of the volleyball team. She also played in the school’s jazz and classical ensembles.

Theo Brown

Theo Brown was home-schooled in his early years and wanted a sense of community. When he came to Dunn School his freshman year, he was thrilled to find a group of people who shared

his love of education and learning. “My older brother and I play chess and while we play we talk about life and what we want to do. He’s currently in med school, and hearing him talk about what he’s doing really encouraged me to look into medical studies as well,” said Brown, 18. He is deciding between Pomona College and Harvard, currently wait-listed for Harvard, and wants to study neuroscience and bio technology. “I got really into genomics in my lab studies and want to get into applied sciences — hopefully help people in the real world by designing or creating a product to improve the human condition,” he said.

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SYV people dominate field of top school employees Staff Report

our employees of the Ballard, Buellton and Solvang school districts are among the five people who have been chosen as the 2019 Santa Barbara County Classified School Employees of the Year. The honors for non-teaching employees are coordinated by the Santa Barbara County Education Office and the Santa Barbara County Board of Education. “Classified employees are integral to helping our students, schools, and communities succeed,” said Santa Barbara County Superintendent of Schools Susan Salcido. “They fulfill a wide range of roles that are essential to our schools, contributing to the education of children. We are grateful for their dedication and professionalism.” Five people were selected, one in each of five award categories. Their nominations have been forwarded for consideration as California Classified School Employees of the Year, which will be announced this month.

The winners are:

n Kim Bramsen, Ballard School District: Maintenance, Operations, and Facilities. Bramsen is a second-generation caretaker of the little red schoolhouse of the Ballard School District and a well-respected figure at the school, whose grounds and building he

maintains diligently. He is also treasured by the school community for the relationships he builds with students. n Shannon Filburn, Lompoc Unified School District: Support Services and Security. Filburn went from student press operator in the regional occupation program (ROP) to career employee in the Printing Department with the Lompoc Unified School District. She is known for her unwavering kindness, her willingness to help out with whatever needs to be done, and her commitment to the students. n Richard “Mr. Rick” Nichols, Solvang School District, Transportation. Mr. Rick is a bus driver who not only transports students safely to school and back and makes their field trips memorable, but also shares his knowledge of science and history with students. He can often be found volunteering in the classroom. n Kathy Robb, Buellton Union School District: Para-Educator and Instructional Assistance. Robb is an instructional assistant at Oak Valley Elementary School whose day starts early with the before-school Homework Club program. She is known as the “can do” person on campus, providing support wherever needed. n Sandra Tomasini, Solvang School District: Office and Technical Services. Tomasini is a payroll and accounting technician whose work not only earns excellent audit results but also leads to grant funding and beautification projects for the district. She is known as a cheerleader for both the school and the community.

Hancock bond sale clears way for new arts complex Staff Report

ancock College has announced that it sold $23 million worth of the college district’s Measure I general obligation bonds in April, which will allow plans to move forward on building a long-anticipated Fine Arts Complex near the middle of the Santa Maria campus. Proceeds of the bond sale will be matched with $24 million in state funds to construct the $48 million Fine Arts Complex. Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2020. The facility is designed as a 68,000-square-foot, two-story building with a recital hall and space to house the college’s art, dance, drama, film, graphics, music, photography, and multimedia arts and communication programs. The complex will be built in vacant space between the Performing Arts Center and buildings C, K and S. Passed by voters in 2006, Measure I bonds

have financed improvements to the college including the Student Services building, Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc, and Industrial Technology Complex. “The sale of these bonds demonstrates a public acknowledgement of the college’s strong fiscal management,” said Eric D. Smith, Hancock College Associate Superintendent/Vice President of Finance and Administration. “Morgan Stanley accepted orders from investors for about an hour and a half, receiving $46 million in orders for the district’s $23 million in bonds being sold. To see companies bidding in earnest to purchase Hancock bonds highlights our reputation for sound fiscal management.” “I am proud of the college’s stewardship of taxpayer dollars,” said Hancock Board President Hilda Zacarías. “This transaction and the resulting Fine Arts Complex is yet another example of how the college is changing the odds for our community.”

Photo contributed Craig Pattee, Porter Dallenbach and Gabe Limotta, from left, had a joint court of honor celebration at Nojoqui Falls Park.

Local Boy Scouts earn Eagle badges

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orter Dallenbach, Gabe Limotta and Craig Pattee, three Boy Scouts from Troop 42, recently earned their Eagle Scout rank. To qualify for the honor, each boy completed the required 21 merit badges, rank advancements and Eagle projects over the span of about six years. Porter’s Eagle Scout project goal was to redefine a walking path on the property of a local nonprofit. He worked hand-in-hand with property management over a period of several months to plan the layout, schedule the time and adhere to their safety requirements. He enlisted the help of local business to donate tools and safety equipment, and several fellow Boy Scouts to dig, hoe, and clear the ground that extended the walking path further into the beautiful views the property has to offer. Gabe decided to create videos of vocational guidance interviews for his Eagle project. He worked with members of the Santa Ynez Valley Rotary through their Vocational Services Committee to make a series of 16 interview videos, which Gabe

directed, formatted and edited to create the series intended to inform youth about potential careers. The videos can be viewed at syvrotary. org/vocational-guidance-interviews. Materials were provided by SYV Rotary and Community Robotics Learning Foundation. Craig’s Eagle Project involved mapping the location and condition of the flagpole holes in the streets of downtown Solvang. The holes are about a foot deep with a protective brass plug and are used primarily during Danish Days to display both Danish and U.S. flags. The mapping involved measuring the distances between holes and a reference point as well as plug type and condition and hole depth. The data was summarized, then plotted on city street maps. Based on the city’s standard, the project team improved, repaired or restored existing holes. Craig and his team found 106 holes, but only 86 were deemed useable. The previous hand-drawn map (old enough to show a gas station at Alisal Road and Mission Street) showed 96 holes.

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The Sheriff’s Medal of Valor was presented to members of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff/Fire Air Support Unit for their heroic actions in response to the Montecito debris flow.

SHERIFF CONTINUES FROM PAGE 5 deputy and Knightly ran after him and blocked him from entering a residence. He also helped the deputy restrain the violent suspect until additional officers arrived on scene. A Certificate of Merit Award was given to the proprietor of the Village Cheese and Wine Shop in Montecito, Patrick Braid, for his generosity during a difficult time. The store was a place of refuge during Montecito’s recent disasters. Braid opened his store, which was located in the Exclusion Zone, and served free sandwiches to

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first responders, utility repair personnel and cleanup crews. He also served free sandwiches to Montecito residents who returned after evacuation orders were lifted. Emergency Medical Services Agency CPR Save and Stork awards were presented to dispatchers who provided emergency medical dispatching that helped save a life or deliver a life. Awards were given to Communications Dispatch Supervisor Kari Slone, Dispatchers David Washington, Meredith Piers, Lauren Edie and Gilberto Ayala, and former Emergency Communications Center Call Taker Lucas Kandel.

2009 FoMoCo produced a limited run of 40th anniversary tribute Bullitt Mustangs, cars which collectors still covet. In 2018, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the movie, Ford (and granddaughter Molly McQueen) announced again a very limited production run of 2019 Bullitt Mustangs. How limited? Some Ford dealership allotments were zero. The valley’s favorite Ford dealer, Jim Vreeland, was allotted only one. Eric Denbrook of Orcutt is a long-time muscle car enthusiast; in fact, he once owned a ’67 Mustang fastback. In April 2018, he first learned of the planned limited-production run of 2019 Bullitts. He did not hesitate to contact Vreeland. There would be no waiting list; first man gets her. And Eric was just that man. Staying true to the legend, options were few. Color choices: original highland green, or black (why?). All came from the Flat Rock, Mich.,

factory with custom Shelby speed tweaks and suspension modifications just perfect for chasing bad guys. The special attention given these cars meant that from order to delivery, new owners like Denbrook would patiently wait a full 12 months! The Bullitt Mustang simply oozes cool. Obvious by its absence is any outside Ford or Mustang logo. No prancing pony on the grill nor phony decals on the fenders. The menacing look of the car says it all. The Bullitt rides on blacked-out 5-spoke wheels. The driver grips a cue-ball manual shifter ... all just like McQueen’s original. With a twist of the new owner’s wrist, the Bullitt came to life, loudly firing all its V-8 glory. For us motorheads, final specs on the car are: 5.0 liter displacement, 480 hp, 7,400 rpm redline, and 420 lb-ft torque, which all equals a 168 mph top speed.

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and knocking of dishes as my mother was cleaning the few pans and dishes my father had in a box. I walked outside to see the surroundings; I was struck by the vast empty landscape, the rolling hills covered with large mature oak trees; the houses in the distance looked odd to me, they were made out of wood and painted like doll houses. The fences were made out of barbed wire and not rocks, like the ones I was familiar with. The absence of cacti, the thorny chaparral, and the jagged rocky mountains, for a moment consumed me with nostalgia. The first people I saw were blonde, pale with rosy cheeks, some exceptionally tall and speaking a foreign language I did not understand. I felt out of place and confused. How was I going to communicate? I retreated home and asked my siblings to go out and see our new ranch.

My mother did not knock on the door; she opened it slowly as if trying to sneak in. However, the screeching of the old rusty door quickly woke up my father. From a dark corner, we heard his faint low voice, quién. In silence, my mother walked through the shabby dark kitchen feeling along the walls trying to find a light switch. My father turned on an old hoodless lamp, they saw one another, their eyes locked like scopes on target, my siblings and I huddled behind our mother, trying to adjust our eyes to the light. My father rubbed his eyes twice in disbelief, smiled, both launched forward with open arms and embraced, we joined, making a human knot, emotions were swirling, cries of happiness and hope, grunts of strength from tight hugs; we had not seen each other in a few years. The next morning I woke up to the clicking

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Tickets on sale for Big & Rich, The Fray, Three Dog Night and others

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he Chumash Casino Resort has announced that tickets are on sale for five upcoming shows – Big and Rich, The Fray, Chiquis Rivera, Three Dog Night, and Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nutcracker.” Chiquis Rivera, who is the eldest daughter of the late Latin star Jenni Rivera, has posted two No. 1 albums on the Regional Mexican chart and currently stars on her family’s reality TV show “The Riveras.” The singer makes her debut at the casino at 8 p.m. Friday, June 14. are $39, $44, $49, $59 and $69. The Fray, the Grammy-nominated band that debuted in 2002 and scored with hits such as “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How to Save a Life,” will make their first appearance in the Samala Showroom at 8 p.m. Friday, July 19. Tickets are $69, $74, $79, $89 and $99. Country music duo Big and Rich — singers and guitarists Big Kenny and John Rich — bring their “Peace Love and Happy Hour” tour to Santa Ynez in support of their latest album “Did it For the Party.” The multi-platinum recording artists and self-proclaimed “America’s Technicolor Cowboys” hit the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. Tickets are $69, $74, $79, $89 and $99. Three Dog Night, which is celebrating five decades as a band, tallied three No. 1 hits

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with “Mama Told Me (Not to Come),” “Joy to the World” and “Black and White” amid a string of 21 consecutive Top 40 singles on the pop charts during the 1970s. The group will bring its North American tour to the casino at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1. Tickets are $29, $39, $49, $54 and $59. The world-renowned Moscow Ballet returns to the Samala Showroom to perform its “Great Russian Nutcracker” at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. Tickets are $29, $39, $49, $54 and $59. Tickets for all events are available at the casino or at www.chumashcasino.com.

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May 8

Coffee with a Cop - 8:30 a.m. - Coffee House by Chomp - The Sheriff’s Community Resource Deputies for the Chumash Reservation and the City of Solvang have joined forces to hold a series of Coffee with a Cop events in the Santa Ynez Valley. These events provide the community an opportunity to meet the deputies and talk about concerns that affect them individually or the Valley as a whole, over a cup of coffee.

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Live Music at New Frontiers - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the cafe seating area. Various musicians will entertain shoppers.

May 11

Miles for Moms 5K - 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital - A special 5K Walk/Run hosted by Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation, and supported by Yardi, in honor of Mother’s Day! Log onto www. cottagehealth.org/milesformoms for more info! Santa Barbara County Wine Half-Marathon - 7 - 10 a.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a weekend full of activities in this bucolic setting and celebrate in style at the expanded post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park. Log onto www.motivrunning.com/santabarbara-wine-country-halfmarathon/?fbclid=IwAR0zjYstdhnxOSf05v58ZHLBknBYVk-OxFjPLnJvO44He2OLntfUvPZMxPU. Lotus Pedals “1000 Bikes” Fundraiser - 8 - 10:30 a.m. at Sunstone Winery - Come ride with us as we provide heavy terrain bicycles to girls who live in poverty who would not otherwise be able to travel the long distance to school. The ride leaves at 8:30 a.m. Register at www.lotusoutreach.org/1000bikescampaign. SYV Youth Recreation Queen’s Golf Tournament Noon Shotgun Start - Alisal Ranch Course. To register contact Mark Moniot at 805-688-5764 or Ken Hollister at 805-688-3596.

p.m. at the Lobero Theatre - Comedian and YouTube superstar JP Sears takes uplifting humor that’s accumulated over 300 million video views and brilliantly adapts it to the stage for a LIVE stand-up comedy show. Log onto www.lobero.org for tickets.

May 12

SYV Youth Recreation Queen’s Breakfast - 8 a.m. Noon at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School - Celebrate Mother’s Day with a delicious pancake breakfast. All proceeds go to SYV Youth Recreation. Log onto www. syvyouthrec.org for more info. SYV Master Chorale Concert - 3 - 4:30 p.m. at Solvang Veteran’s Memorial Hall. Log onto www.syvchorale.org for tickets.

May 13

SYV Youth Recreation Queen’s Dinner and Wine Auction - 6 p.m. at SYV Historical Museum - All proceeds support youth recreation in the valley. Log onto www. syvyouthrec.org for more info.

May 15

Ladies Night Out presented by Friendship Auxiliary – 5:30-9 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. The Dancing DJ, dinner buffet, silent auction, opportunity drawings and indulgence booths. $45/person. Visit www.solvangfriendshiphouse.com.

May 16

Gabriel Iglesias - 8 p.m. at the Arlington Theatre - Gabriel’s stand-up comedy is a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects that bring his personal experiences to life. Log onto www.soundchronicle.com/tickets/Gabriel_Iglesias_Santa_Barbara_CA_2019-05-16_20-00 for tickets.

May 17

SYV Youth Recreation New Frontiers 5% Friday % percent of the days proceeds from New Frontiers will benefit SYV Youth Recreation. Log onto www. syvyouthrec.org for more info. Roar and Pour - 5 - 8 p.m. at the SB Zoo - It’s a wild wine tasting event where the animals stay out late and the Zoo is open so guests can stroll and sip. Log onto www.sbzoo.org for tickets! SYV Botanic Garden’s Appreciation Barbecue - 4 p.m. - The first annual appreciation barbecue with appetizers, refreshments and tours of the garden. There will be a silent and live auction, live music and more. Log onto www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.com/bbq to purchase tickets. SYV Master Chorale 40th Anniversary Concert - 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall - Eclectic mix of classic and contemporary music presented by the Chorale, a professional orchestra and musical guests from the community. For classic – the Lord Nelson Mass in D Minor by Haydn. Log onto www.syvchorale.org for tickets. JP Sears with Camilla Cleese and Stephanie Clark - 7

SYV Youth Recreation Queen’s Los Alamos Event - 6 p.m. at Los Alamos Men’s Club - Dinner and cocktails with live and silent auction. Log onto www. syvyouthrec.org for more info.

May 18

“42nd Street” Auditions - 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at SYHS Little Theatre - Students interested in performing in the Arts Outreach Summer show of 42nd Street should come to this audition. Log onto www. artsoutreach.com for details. Santa Ynez Airport Day - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Santa Ynez Airport. Dozens of small aircraft on display with pilots who can explain general aviation and their experiences flying. EAA Chapter 491 Young Eagles Event - free airplane rides for young-

sters 8-17 years. Must register for flights at https:// youngeaglesday.org/?278.

May 19

State Street Nationals Premier Car Show - 19th Annual Premier Car Show, covering 10 blocks of Downtown Santa Barbara with over 300 outstanding vehicles, vendors, and live bands. Come out and enjoy the day.

Continuing Events Every Monday

Yoga, 9 a.m.; Arthritis Exercise Class, 10:15 a.m.; Arts and Crafts every third Monday; Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Divorce Care Recovery Seminar and Support Group – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy Library, 891 N. Refugio Road, Santa Ynez; Louise Kolbert at 805-688-5171.

Every Tuesday

Computer class, 9 a.m., Knitting, 9:30 a.m.; Tai Chi, 11 a.m.; bridge and poker, 12:45 p.m.; Mah Jongg 1 p.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. at Solvang Library. Two-Step Dance Lessons – 6:30 p.m.; 8 p.m. - Industry Night and Karaoke Party. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Visit www.themavsaloon.com.

Every Wednesday

SYV We Support the Troops – 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Volunteer to pack care packages on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang. 805-245-4951. Art Class, 9 a.m.; Book Club, 10 a.m. (call first); Bingo, 1 p.m.: Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Knit and Crochet - 1 p.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571. Healing Hearts Support Group – 2-4 p.m. Santa Ynez Valley Presbyterian Church, 1825 Alamo Pintado Road. Free. To R.S.V.P. call 805-693-0244. Solvang Farmers Market - 2:30-6:30 p.m., First Street between Mission Drive and Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. Crafternoons – 3:45-5:45 p.m. Arts Outreach, 2948 Nojoqui Ave. Suite 9, Los Olivos. $10/child; 805-688-9533.

Every Thursday

Sideways Inn Local’s Night Specials - 5 p.m.- 8 p.m., 114 East Highway 246, Buellton; 805-6918088. Chair Exercises - 10 a.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571. Arthritis Exercise Class, 10:15 a.m.; Mah Jongg, Noon; Basic Cartooning, 1 p.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Brain Injury Survivors of Santa Ynez Valley Noon-2 p.m., Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang. Jodi House Brain Injury Support Center offers a support group for brain injury survivors and caregivers; www.jodihouse.org.

Every Friday

Nutrition Classes - 11 a.m. - SYV Cottage Hospital Conference Room - Instruction Stacey Bailey is a dietician and offers weekly courses in various topics. For more information call 805-694-2351. Bring your lunch and talk nutrition.

Tai Chi, 9:15 a.m.; Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.; Pilates – 10:15 a.m.; Ukulele 11:15 a.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793. Bingo - 1 p.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571.

Every Saturday

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk – 10-11:30 a.m.; 805688-4515 or www.sbparks.org. Junior Rangers Program – 12:30-1:30 p.m. Neal Taylor Nature Center, 2265 Hwy-154, Santa Barbara. Children 3 and up; under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. $3/person. Nature Center admission is free. Visit www.clnaturecenter.org. parked; 805-693-0691 or Julie@clnaturecenter.org.

Coming up

Log onto www.cityofsolvang.com, www.buelltonrec. com or www.visitsyv.com to see a full schedule of programs and events that range from adult and youth sports to teen dances, field trips, excursions and more.

Summer Day Camp 9 Weeks, Ages 6-12

June10-Aug.9 Teen Camp

3 Week, Ages 12-14

June 10-27

Surf Camp 3 Week,Ages 11-16

July8-Aug.1

Ultimate Girls Camp Ages3-5:10:15-11:45 Ages 6-10:12-1:30

June 10-14

Space VR Camp Ages 8 & Up

June 10-14

Karlin’s Soccer Camp Ages 6-14

July 8-12

Summer Fun

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