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F e a t u r e s above the grade INDEX

Contents 2

Mission Statement & Pricing 3

Santa Margarita 5

Atascadero 10

Templeton 20

Wines of California 33

San Miguel 50

Creston 52

Shandon 54

Feature Town: Templeton 20

Half Day Trip: Finley Farm 30

Feature Wineries 33

Feature Beach Town: 41

Weekend Getaway: 42

Feature Restaurant: 44

D e p a r t m e n t s

ASK YOUR VET 9

Automotive Answers- 22

The Contractor: 23

Real Estate Reasoning 27

Gardening: Composting 29

Nerium Skin Carer 48

Recipe of the Month: 55

Pictures at top of page: left to right

Hearst Castle

Cayu-

Hearst Castle

Paso Robles

Spring 2012

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Recipe of the Month: Cinnamon Rolls

1/2 cup warm water

2 packages dry yeast

2 tablespoons sugar

1 pkg. (3 1/2 oz.) vanilla pudding mix

1/2 cup margarine, melted

2 eggs

1 teaspoon salt

6 cups flour

In a bowl combine water, yeast and sugar. Stir until dissolved. Set aside.

In large bowl, take pudding mix and prepare according to package directions. Add

margarine, eggs and salt. Mix well. Then add yeast mixture. Blend.

Gradually add flour; knead until smooth. Place in a greased bowl. Cover and let

rise until doubled. Punch down dough and let rise again.

Roll out on floured board to 34x21" size.

Filling:

1 cup butter, soft

2 cups brown sugar

4 teaspoons cinnamon

Spread soft butter over rolled-out dough. In bowl, mix sugar with cinnamon.

sprinkle over top. Roll up very tightly. With knife, put a notch every 2". Cut with

thread or knife.

Place on lightly greased cookie sheet 2" apart. Take hand and lightly press down

on each roll. Cover and let rise until double again. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20

minutes. Remove when they start to turn golden. DON'T OVER BAKE.

Frost warm rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting (see below).

Makes about 20 very large rolls.

Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz. cream cheese

1/2 cup margarine

1 teaspoon vanilla

3 cups confectioners' sugar

1 tablespoon milk

To make frosting, mix all ingredients until smooth.

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Legal Tips: The Importance of a DBA

"Doing Business As" or DBA for short is a legal term often referred to as fictitious name, as-

sumed name or trade name. It is a declaration of individuals and business entities that allow

them to do business legally while using a fictitious name in a very easy and inexpensive manner.

Filing a DBA also allows business owners to legally accept payments, open bank accounts, and

advertise under their chosen fictitious names. Having an assumed name can also avoid fraud

since doing business using a name other than your legal name without proper documents is

against the law.

So why would a business entity want to file a fictitious name?

There are several reasons for this. First, when you are a sole proprietor, you have the option to

use a business name instead of your own name. You also do not have to create a formal entity

such as a corporation, partnership or even LLC. Legal entities on the other hand can do multiple

businesses without having several business entities.

DBA statements are usually used in franchising businesses. Here, the franchisee conduct busi-

ness using the franchise' brand name but at the same time, it also has its own legal name.

Filing a DBA online is not as complicated as it seems. In most cases, all you need to do is to sit

in front of your computer, answer the questionnaire and wait for it to be reviewed and pro-

cessed. However, in some states especially in California and other areas, business owners are

required to publish a notice of their intent to operate in a fictitious name in newspapers at a

certain time period. Business owners are also compelled to record the name in the Recorder of

deeds. This aims to protect people from fraud and other legal problems that might arise in the

future.

Shandon is located at the bottom of

the San Juan Valley, where San Juan

Creek and Cholame Creek come to-

gether to form the Estrella River, which

flows west to meet the Salinas River

north of Paso Robles. Shandon is also

at the junction of State Routes 41 and

46, at the southwestern portion of the

stretch where the two highways merge

together for approximately six miles.

The even smaller town of Cholame is

about six miles northeast of Shandon,

where the two highways diverge again.

The San Andreas Fault cuts perpendic-

ular to the highways here, six miles Shandon

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Mission Statement

above the grade publications’ LLC is published on a monthly basis for the north county neigh-

bors and businesses of the Central Coast. In the coming months, we will focus on reaching three

distinctive demographical groups: college-affiliated people, locals & travelers.

Starting Spring 2012 we will distribute to homes in Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Templeton,

Paso Robles, San Miguel, Creston and Shandon. Publications are now distributed weekly to ad-

vertisers, bakeries, coffee shops, hotels, airports and medical offices of the Central Coast as well

as published at our web page and ISSUU.com

Opinions included are not necessarily those of above the grade publications, LLC

EDITOR’S EDITION

Spring has come to the coastland once again, bringing to us many familiar routines.

Somewhere between the clear skies, warm fires, and cold mornings on the north county,

I finally surrendered to a fever I had been trying to ignore.

That sleepless night I wrestled with pillows and blankets until fatigue, fever and cold

house convinced me to brush Bubba– my Great Pyrenees, bring him in with me, build a

fire and lay down on my down sleeping bag and enjoy the crackling, warm fire! Ah...all

was OK!

Half sitting to keep my computer on my lap as I decided to update this Editor’s Edition. I

heard a noise outside the sliding glass doors and my attention was drawn to two little

fawns outside. Dark with a full moon they were simply drinking water from Bubbas bowl

– thankful that I brought Bubba in to allow this treat for the deer the peaceful scene be-

gan to settle my distracted senses. The fire crackled against the coldness at the window.

I recalled many other Spring times, other cold evenings. Many EASTERS COME AND

GONE. Many colds and fevers nursed by the kindness of mom and family...unlike to-

night. It was nice however– reminiscing all the memories to strengthen the spirit!

If it weren't for the slowing reins of this stubborn illness, I might have missed it. The op-

portunity to treasure a little of the simple riches of this life. Pretty good health, a won-

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Area of Coverage

North– San Miguel, South– San Luis Obispo, West– Pacific Ocean and

www.americantowns.com/ca/sanmiguel-information

www.americantowns.com/ca/shandon-information

www.prcity.com

www.creston.ca.co

www.templetonchamber.com

www.atascadero.org

www.americantowns.com/ca/santamargarita-information

http://www.cayucoschamber.com

I have found a wonderful tool to use paralleling my publication!

Hoping to bridge the gap between lick-the-seal Hallmarks and impersonal e-

cards is SendOutCards.com allows users to create custom cards online,

which are then printed and delivered to the recipient. SendOutCards was

founded on the fulfillment of a promise to always act on inclinations toward

general kindness, says CEO Kody Bateman. "The most important thing to

running an online business is keeping it personal," he says. Try it:

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Loading Chute Restaurant

6350 Webster Road Creston,

CA 93432

805-237-1259

Come Visit the Loading Chute in downtown

Creston!

Where the drive is amazing, the scenery is beautiful and our food is just as perfect.

We are open EVERY day!

HOURS:

Breakfast (Sunday only): 9:00 am - noon with lunch continuing until 4pm. (the se-

cond Sunday of the month is brunch buffet, served with bottomless champagne

and mimosas)

Lunch: 11:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Saturday

Dinner: 4:00pm - 9:00pm 7 days a week

The Loading Chute is full service casual dining restaurant. We feature many local

wines from the Paso Robles area that pair very well with the steaks that we serve

during the evening. Our Beef selection is among the finest in the country, not to

mention, experienced cooks who will not disappoint.

Our breakfast includes items such as an assortment of omelet's, waffles, pancakes,

and a killer eggs Benedict.

The lunch menu consists of assorted

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From the menu for the Loading

Chute Restaurant right after it

opened in December of 2000 after

extensive renovations by Gary and

Dana Parker: "Creston History

101" In the early 1870's, settlers

were drawn to the Creston coun-

tryside by wild oats that "stood up

to a horse's shoulders," hills and

valleys dotted with majestic an-

cient oaks and fertile farm ground.

The quaint community was found-

ed in March 1884 by four pioneers

who bought the 40,000 acre Ran-

cho Huer Huero land grant. C.J.

Cressy, Amos Adams, Thomas Am-

brose, and J.V. Webster laid out the town of Creston, which, for a time, they called the Huer

Huero after the ranch, in hopes that the tracks of the long-awaited railroad would someday

parallel their investment. Named after Cressy, Creston was at one time home to three saloons,

two restaurants, a couple of livery stables, two laundries, a pair of blacksmith shops, a hotel, a

bakery, post office, church, school, and jail. The Creston jail ( locals called it a "calaboose" )

was used to lock up "people who get filled up on the corner with lightning water to such a

degree that they make things howl," according to Edouard Cliff in an 1887 edition of the

Creston News. When vacant, the Calaboose was found to e "convenient for evening prayer

meetings and private card parties when stud poker is on the carpet" and also was used as a

makeshift meat locker. The Creston Jail was burned down in 1960 by a pack of careless young

renegades who used to hide behind the tiny building and smoke cigarettes. though the num-

bers of deputy-defying desperadoes who ever spent the night in the Creston Calaboose are

not confirmed, stories passed down through the generations say bands of them rode a route

known as the "Outlaw Trail," which wound its way through the brush country south of

Creston. Cattle rustlers said to include Jesse James, jack Powers, the Dalton Boys and Joaquin

Murrietta, drove their herds over the trail, and "found it a convenient way of coming and go-

ing on their prowls for victims to rob or even kill if the occasion made it needful." The outlaws

Creston

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Santa Margarita Created by the construction of the Salinas Dam in

1941, Santa Margarita Lake was originally designed to furnish water to

Camp San Luis Obispo. Today, swimming in the lake is not permitted as

it is the drinking water reservoir for the City of San Luis Obispo.

Beyond the developed area of the park, Santa Margarita Lake Natural

Area represents several thousand acres of designated open space. This

section of the park is managed for its natural resource values, passive

recreational use, and environmental education opportunities. The area is

accessible to hikers, bicyclists and equestrians. Motor vehicles are not

permitted in the Natural Area. Santa Margarita Lake Regional Park is a

nature lover's retreat. With thousands of acres of unspoiled open space,

the park is home to countless species of plants and wildlife making it the

Santa Margarita

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information

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The Range

I absolutely love this restaurant. I know where it is , yet it is still difficult to spot ,

especially in the dark! Located in the tiny town of Santa Margarita (just a quick 10

-minute drive from San Luis Obispo and Atascadero), you would never stumble

upon it on your own. Another great thing about this the Range, there main mar-

keting is word-of-mouth, and the place stays full to capacity this way speaking

loudly for its consistency and quality of food. They don't take reservations or cred-

it cards (or at least not up until the last time I went), but who cares! Just hit the

ATM before you go (or they will take a check, with proper ID?), and tremendously

worth the wait if there is one! The comfortable patio with a glass of wine, a good

friend and great weather (which we usually have –all thru the year), makes the

wait just another experience of The Range! This restaurant has the nicest people

working there, almost s if they own the place and the best casual atmosphere for

a more upscale quality cuisine. The food is always beyond incredible and I have

yet to try something I didn't love, even during our CHRISTMAS party each year. I

have to admit I tend to slightly overeat because you just have to try the appetizer,

that salad (especially the MAN SALAD),

plus your dinner (incredibly tender beef, mouth watering chicken) and then who

can resist those desserts? The menu leans to "comfort-food" (my favorite) in taste

but it fits with the atmosphere of Santa Margarita, and my general taste as well

as the North County where people still want their red meat while dining higher-

end as seen in there apps like escargot and crawfish. A prime example of fine din-

ing was when, after the local ranch had castration day, they had very fresh

"Rocky Mountain Oysters" fresh off the steer from just down the road, behind the

Range. I don't eat them, however, I thought if you did, how much more fresh can

you get?

2317 El Camino Real

Santa Margarita, CA

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OPEN DAILY FROM

6:00AM TO 9:00PM

1402 Mission Street

San Miguel, CA 93451

Mission Market & Deli is proud to bring your community a wide se-

lection of quality groceries. We have carefully selected our prod-

ucts to fit almost all your daily needs. We are committed to

providing superior products and service to our customers mad we

thank you for the opportunity to serve you.

Hungry for a custom made sandwich built your way? All sandwiches

start with a 1/4 pound of meat and topped from selection of condi-

ments of your choice. If you’re in a hurry try one of our premade

sandwiches or call in advance to have your sandwich ready when

you get here.

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San Miguel is home to the Mission San Miguel Arcángel, founded on 25 July 1797. Mission San

Miguel Arcángel was founded on July 25, 1797 by the Franciscan order, on a site chosen spe-

cifically due to the large number of Salinan Indians that inhabited the area, whom the Spanish

priests wanted to evangelize. It is located at 775 Mission Street, San Miguel, California, in San

Luis Obispo County. The mission remains in use as a parish church to this day. After being

closed to the public for six years due to the 2003 San Simeon Earthquake, the church re-

opened on December 22, 2009. Inside the church are murals by Esteban Munras. Father Presi-

dente Fermin Francisco de Lasuen founded the mission on July 25, 1797, making it the six-

teenth California mission. Its location between Mission San Luis Obispo and Mission San Anto-

nio de Padua provided a stop on the trip that had previously taken two days. In 1803, the mis-

sion reported an Indian population of 908, while its lands grazed 809 cattle, 3,223 sheep, 342

horses and 29 mules. That year's harvest included about 2,186 fanegas of wheat and corn (A

fanega was about 220 pounds). Most of the mission burned, while still being developed, in

1806. It was rebuilt within a year. On July 15, 1836, the Mexican government secularized mis-

sion lands, including Mission San Miguel, and Ygnacio Coronel took charge.

In 1846, Governor Pío Pico sold the Mission for $600 to Petronillo Rios and William Reed. Reed

used the Mission as a family residence and a store. In 1848, Reed and his family were mur-

dered, leaving the Mission vacant for a period of time. The Mission was a stopping place for

miners coming from Los Angeles to San Francisco, and was consequently was used as a saloon,

dance hall, storeroom and living quarters. In 1859, President James Buchanan returned the

Mission to the Church. In 1878, after 38 years without a resident padre, Father Philip Farrelly

became the "First Pastor" of Mission San Miguel Arcángel. Through all the years the priests

kept the church in condition and it is called the best-preserved church in the mission chain

today. In 1928, Mission San Miguel Arcángel and Mission San Antonio de Padua were returned

to the Franciscan order. Since then, the Mission has been repaired and restored, and has one

of the best-preserved interiors (which gives one of the best examples of old mission life). For

many years, the Mission served the town as an active parish church of the Diocese of Monte-

rey. Unfortunately, harmonic vibrations from the nearby Union Pacific Railroad main line has

weakened the unreinforced masonry structures over the years. The San Simeon Earthquake of

December 22, 2003 caused severe damage to the sanctuary at Mission San Miguel. The Catho-

San Miguel

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Oak Country Veterinary Services welcomes you to our ad! We have

two locations to choose from: Santa Margarita and Paso Robles, Ca.

1510 Mountain Springs Rd.

Paso Robles, CA 93446

22380 El Camino Real

Santa Margarita, CA

Dr. James E. Aarons has practiced in rural SLO County for over 20

years and understands the unique needs of pet owners in our

area. We have streamlined our services to meet the needs of ru-

ral residents in northern San Luis Obispo County, CA. A large ma-

jority of our patients live anywhere from Lockwood, California

Valley, Pozo, Heritage Ranch, near Lake Naciemento, Parkfield,

Creston,, Shandon, Atascadero, Templeton and Santa Margarita

Lake area.

Oak Country Veterinary Services offers two locations to choose

from: one in Paso Robles and the other in Santa Margarita, and is

a full service companion animal hospital. It is our commitment to

provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet.

We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and

are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet’s health care.

Our goal is to practice quality medicine with an emphasis on cli-

ent education.

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Main Street Small Animal Hospital

http://

FRANKLIN C. CROWDER,

D.V.M.

DENA DEMASTERS,

D.V.M.

Frank C. Crowder, D.V.M.

D.V.M.: University of Peruga, Italy

Internship: Medicine and Surgery,

Coast Pet Clinic of Hermosa

Beach

Continuing Education: Surgery,

Exotic Animal Medicine, Orthope-

Dena DeMasters, D.V.M.

D.V.M.: Iowa State University

Continuing Education: Surgery

and Internal Medicine

El Camino Veterinary Hospital

1380 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422

Professional Grooming and Boarding, Ultrasound, Surgery, Senior

Citizen Discounts, Reproduction, Pet Products, Oncology, Exotics,

Endoscopy, Dentistry, Critical Care, Birds

“The Doctors and Staff of El Camino Vet-

erinary Hospital are all kind, caring and

highly trained individuals. All my pets

have been patients there for over 7

years. We have been treated for many

ailments. All successfully and with the utmost respect to our ani-

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6455 El Camino Real

Atascadero, CA 93422

(805)466-7591

S Y L V E S T O R ’S BURGERS

BIG, HOT “n JUICEY !

BREAKFAST - LUNCH– DINNER

TACOS - Try our Al Pastor Tacos!!!!

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at

our Atascadero location ONL

Find out why Sylvester's Burgers is fa-

mous for its "Big, Hot 'n Juicy" burg-

ers. Sylvester's Burgers has been a Cen-

tral Coast favorite for over 20 years now

with two locations - our new one in Atas-

cadero and the original in Los Osos, Cali-

fornia.

At Sylvester's, you will be served the best

quality, guaranteed. We use 100% unfro-

zen USDA grade beef for our award-

winning burgers that are topped with Syl-

vester's Sauce, an undeniably delicious

blend of sauces and seasonings. We

use the freshest produce not only for

our burgers, but also for our healthier

options, including the Cajun Chicken

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FOODS THAT ARE POISONOUS TO DOGS AND CATS

Yes, everyone loves their pet. Many of us love to show our love by sharing human

foods with our furry friends. And of course there are times our favorite furry friends

indulge in consuming of our food themselves. In either case some of these foods are

toxic to them. We will discuss toxic foods along with symptoms and signs of toxicity.

We will cover foods mostly that we tend to share with pets. We shall assume that no

one will intentionally give their pet alcohol, coffee, or moldy spoiled food. Not only

are certain foods toxic but many plants and medications are toxic also. The ASPCA

has a poison control center staffed by vets 24 hours a day to answer any questions

and their recommended treatments for any suspected poisonings. The ASPCA can

also be reached at (888) 426-4435 (a $60 consultation fee will be charged). Their

website iswwwaspca.org

ONIONS AND GARLIC

Many of us think of garlic as a healthy food that fights infection and builds immuni-

ty, but to our pets garlic and onions (also leeks and chives) are definitely too much of

a good thing. These items, in the alium family, contain a complex mixture of sulfur

compounds (this is why they are distinctive odors). These compounds are able to

bind with the hemoglobin in the red blood cells of cats and to a lesser degree in dogs

which causes the red blood cells to burst and die thus creating anemia! Toxicity usu-

ally occurs with one large dose or several smaller doses. A common cause of feline

poisoning is commercial baby foods containing onion or garlic powder. Consumption

of greater than .5% of their body weight at one time can show signs of toxicity. It

seems Japanese dogs are more susceptible (Pugs, Akitas, Lhasa Apsa, Shih Tzu,

Chow). Symptoms of toxicity will show several days after consumption and include

lethargy, rapid breathing, exercise intolerance and possibly diarrhea!

CHOCALATE

Most pet owners are aware of chocolates toxicity to their animals, Not all chocolate

ASK YOUR VET

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Atascadero...The brainchild of mega-entrepreneur E.G. Lewis, Atascadero CA

is the result of nearly a century of organic community evolution. It is an amalgama-

tion of rolling hills studded with majestic oaks and other mesmerizing flora; historic

buildings; quaint lake park and zoo; dynamic enclaves of artists, musicians and writ-

ers; all surrounded by the most colorful visitor vistas and finest wineries in the state.

Atascadero is the hub, the very center of California's Central Coast.

Major Events

Farmers Market - Downtown - Every Wednesday - Year 'Round

Sweetheart Stroll - Downtown - Saturday before Valentines' Day - February

Wildflower Bike Ride - April

Central Coast Cinca de Mayo - Saturday before May 5

Atascadero Wine & Golf Festival - Atascadero Lakeside Park - Saturday - June

Tuesday Concerts in the Park - Atascadero Lakeside Park - June to August

Saturday Concerts in the Park - Atascadero Lakeside park - June to August

Great American Holiday - Saturday after July 4

Ice Cream Zoofari at the Zoo - July

Hot El Camino Cruise Night - Huge car Cruise on Friday evening - August

Mid-State Cruizers Car Show - Atascadero Lakeside Park - Saturday - August

Sunken Gardens Flea Market - September

Colony Days Parade & Celebration - Downtown - Third Saturday in October

Halloween ZooBoo at the Zoo - October

Downtown Winter Wonderland - Downtown - Second Friday in December

More than just a stop-over point for oth-

er destinations, Atascadero offers a variety

of local and regional festivals and events,

glorious country roads for biking, the

DeAnza Trail and other hiking venues, and

an excellent golf course. Historic buildings

and "Colony Homes" are scattered

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Click on the items below to direct to hotel information.

http://www.google.com/maps?

f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=1021+

Pine+Street+Paso+Robles,+CA&s

ll=37.0625,-

Paso Robles Hotel Cheval • 1021 Pine Street • Paso Robles, CA 93446

Located just off

the Lobby is the

Pony Club, Hotel

Cheval’s wine bar.

The Pony Club con-

tinues the hotel’s

equestrian theme

with a traditional

French zinc-

topped, horseshoe-shaped bar.

Serving premium Central California

Wines and light refreshments, the

Pony Club is the perfect spot to

sample some of Paso Robles finest

wines.

LUNCH AND DINNER

Some of the eateries nearby Hotel

Cheval in Paso Robles are:

ARTISAN

BISTRO LAURENT

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Located almost halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Hotel Cheval

is located just off the charming and historic Paso Robles town square. Hotel

Cheval offers a welcoming haven for travelers visiting California’s Central

Coast. We believe hospitality comes from the heart and our goal is to utterly

With only 16 rooms, Hotel Cheval is designed for guests to enjoy them-

selves; by one of our inti-

mate outdoor stone wood-

burning fireplaces, with a

quiet respite in the Li-

brary, or with friends in

the Pony Club, our Parisian

inspired zinc topped horse-

shoe-shaped Wine Bar.

Visitors to Paso Robles quickly discover that it is a very special place. Fa-

mous for its world-class wines, Paso Robles boasts a charming downtown

scene with boutiques, art galleries, tasting rooms, excellent restaurants

and a welcoming ambience.

Paso Robles features a long list of attractions such as wine tasting at

more than 200 local wineries, olive oil tasting, farmer’s markets, laven-

der farms, multiple golf courses, and perhaps the most renowned: Hearst

Castle, which attracts almost one million visitors a year and is located

just 45 minutes from Hotel Cheval.

http://www.hotelcheval.com/

about_chester.php

Meet Hotel Cheval’s Belgian draft

horse.

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across the city. View the Italian Renaissance architecture of the classic Administration

Building or the original Printery where E.G. Lewis created one of the finest printing

companies in the nation. Learn about Tent City, where hundreds of colonists lived for

up to two years while their homes were under construction. Visit the Colony House

Museum and dig deeply into the colorful past of the Colony of Atascadero - a place

the founder intended to provide the amenities of urban life and comfort of the coun-

tryside.

In the historic downtown Colony District friendly merchants and tucked-away little

cafes provide a unique experience for an afternoon or a weekend.

Atascadero Lake borders the Lake Park Pavilion; perfect for weddings, reunions and

other special occasions. The lake is home to many migrating water fowl and is a great

site for bird-watching. The Charles Paddock Zoo, adjacent to the lake, is the only facil-

ity of its kind between Santa Barbara and San Jose; a cool and relaxing way to spend

an afternoon with the kids.

While you are visiting the lake park be sure to see the brand new Veteran's Memo-

rial complex. This stirring monument consists of a Pathway to Freedom crowned with

a unique bronze statue and granite walls telling the story of local veterans. Flags wave

proudly over this reminder that freedom is never free.

The Atascadero Veteran's Memorial was conceived, designed and constructed using

more than $200,000 in donations. It is

one of the finest memorials of its kind in

the state.

Atascadero proves you don't have to

be big to be good. Lodging in Atascadero

City of Atascadero

http://www.atascadero.org/

805-461-5000

Atascadero Chamber of Commerce

http://www.atascaderochamber.org/

805-466-2044

Atascadero Main Street

http://www.atascaderomainstreet.org/

805-462-0177

Atascadero Tourism

http://www.visitatascadero.com/

Atascadero Historical Society

http://www.atascaderohistoricalsociety.org/

Atascadero Colony Days

http://www.colonydays.com/

Atascadero Wine Festival

http://www.atascaderowinefestival.com/

Chalk Mountain Golf Course

http://www.chalkmountaingolf.com/

Charles Paddock Zoo

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8365 El Camino Real

Atascadero, CA 93422

Phone: 805-466-8228

Call or email us to schedule your next ap-

pointment.

Monday - Friday

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday

9:00AM - 3:00PM

http://www.westcoastautoandtowing.com/

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Welcome to Schooners

Wharf Located in picturesque Cayucos, California, Schooners has been

offering guests an unforgettable dining experience since it opened

in 1993. Embracing a nautical theme reminiscent of the early

history of the Central Coast sailors and fishermen, Schooners

boasts the best ocean views of any restaurant in the area. Gaze

into the deep blue while enjoying one of our signature cocktails,

or perhaps some of our famous calamari strips. Open daily from

11am to 9pm (bar open late), Schooners menu features fresh

seafood and steaks, prepared thoughtfully by Chef Beto Gonzalez.

Take time to stop in, take a look and say hello; chances are you'll

find yourself wanting to indulge in our house specialty Bloody

Mary, our fresh seafood, and some lively conversation with our

local patrons. Hope to see you soon!

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Hoppe’s Garden Bistro and Wine Shop is the most highly acclaimed

restaurant and Wine Shop on the Central Coast. Recognized for Chef Wil-

helm Hoppe’s seasonally inspired menu, hand selected wine list, a beau-

tiful garden and historical setting-it’s a “must see” destination for locals

and travelers on the Central Coast.

Hoppe’s Garden Bistro and Wine Shop features organic meat and produce

from both local farmers and farmers markets. Located on the waterfront,

just a short walk from the beach in beautiful Cayucos, Hoppe’s also uses

local Lobster and shellfish, including farmed Abalone direct from the

nationally renowned Abalone Farm.

With this wide range of menu items to tantalize the

palette-from wild game and

venison to prime meats and

vegetari-

an and

vegan

items-

Hoppe’s is

proud to have received a score of

26 out of 30 in the Zagat Survey.

Come taste the difference!

Start with a nice glass of wine

Enjoy a beautiful salad

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West Coast Auto & Towing has been providing quality car care in Atascadero,

Ca since 2007. We are a family owned business delivering honest and profes-

sional automotive repair and auto maintenance services to the people of Atas-

cadero, Santa Margarita, Pozo, Creston, Templeton, Paso Robles, San Luis

Obispo, Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, and surrounding areas. The quality ASE

(automotive service excellence) certified technicians at West Coast Auto &

Towing employ today’s latest automotive technology and are equipped to han-

dle all major and minor repairs on foreign and domestic vehicles.

West Coast Auto & Towing is a certified Napa Auto Care Center, we are able to

provide the benefits of an established national entity while maintaining the

personal touch of a family owned business. We understand that your vehicle is

a major investment, and that is why we care for each customer’s vehicle as if it

were our own.

Please be sure to go to our Shop Specials section for our current promotions

and specials.

Our Services

Air Conditioning Service (A/C) Electrical

Wheel Alignment Exhaust Systems

CV Axles Suspension Work

Vehicle Preventative Maintenance Fuel Injection

Auto Repair Replace Lights

Tune Ups Coolant Service

Oil Changes and Lubes Air Filter Replacement

Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Fluids

Clutch Repairs Chassis Lube

Fleet Service Car Battery Replacement

Storage Facility Belts & Hoses Replacement

Towing Service 4X4 Towing

We are an auto repair shop in Atascadero, California providing

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Addison, Texas – August 29, 2011

Nerium™ International, LLC of Addison, TX

and Nerium SkinCare™, Inc., a subsidiary of

Nerium Biotechnology, Inc. ®, of San Antonio,

TX are pleased to announce their exclusive li-

censing partnership. This partner- ship was de-

signed with the purpose of building a global brand

through the development and dis- tribution of

breakthrough products in the anti- aging skincare

market.

Founded in 2006, Nerium Biotech- nology, Inc.

was created to fund research fo- cused on new

technology and applications of the Nerium olean-

der plant, with ongoing research at the University

of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, the

University of Texas at San Antonio, ST&T Re-

search, and Louisiana State University. Use of the Nerium oleander plant has been

identified in ancient texts and folklore for more than 1,500 years, but it wasn‟t until

the last century that the scientific community took interest in researching its proper-

ties. While researching the uses of the Nerium oleander plant, Nerium Biotechnology,

Inc. made an accidental discovery: Nerium oleander possesses unique qualities that

produce remarkable age-defying results when applied to the skin.

This discovery, with product development through Nerium SkinCare, Inc., led to the

creation of the NeriumADTM skincare line. “When we realized the potential of our

skincare applications, we started looking for the most effective distribution channel

available,” says Dennis Knocke, Chairman and CEO of Nerium Biotechnology, Inc.,

“We are committed to developing life-changing products. Our team‟s dedicated re-

search determined that relationship marketing was the premier method to reach con-

sumers, and all roads in determining how best to accomplish this led us directly to

Jeff Olson.”

Jeff Olson, Founder and CEO of Nerium International, is a leader and powerhouse in

the direct sales industry. Olson says of Nerium SkinCare, Inc., “They‟re not just a

supplier. They‟re our partner. Our purpose is to build a global brand of breakthrough

products in the anti-aging skincare market.”

“We are well-positioned with the new, exclusive partnership between Nerium Skin-

Care, Inc. and Jeff Olson to build a major global brand,” says Knocke. Nerium Inter-

national markets breakthrough products validated by real science.

“As a former Director of the Templeton Growth Fund, I have researched companies

and investments at the highest levels,” says Nerium Biotechnology, Inc. Board Mem-

ber Peter Nettelfield. “What I see with the Nerium partnership is truly unique and has

the potential to not only change lives, but change the skincare market.”

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“Sweet Suite Cayucos” is a two bedroom, 1.5 bath luxury vacation rental located

in the center of beautiful Cayucos, which has recently been named as "the last

great California beach town." It is in a brand new building completed in June 2009.

The Suite is located just one short block from the Cayucos pier. The ocean is just

across the street and is visible from anywhere in the living room, kitchen, dining

room, or covered deck, but if that doesn't bring enough peace and happiness to

you then walk a few short steps and enjoy a full panoramic view of the ocean and

the mountains from the private hot tub on the roof deck. Most of the time you will

see dolphins, humpback whales and various other wildlife from this deck.

The suite can accommodate two to eight people with a king bed in the master

bedroom, a queen bed in the second room, a full sofa sleeper in the living room

and a queen sofa sleeper on a protected deck. There are also two futons and plen-

ty of blankets for extra guests. The bedrooms are completely furnished with fine

linens, coverlets and pillows. Both rooms have large closets and plenty of storage.

The bathroom has a tub and shower combination and large, soft towels. There is

also an outdoor heated shower at the entry which is very convenient after using

the ocean and yet another heated shower on the roof deck for convenience when

using the hot tub. Come visit and fall to sleep by the sound of breaking waves!

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Weekend Getaway

Check for availability, reservations

and information on our Unique Sweet

Suite Beach Rental @

http://www.vrbo.com/253629

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Welcome to Atascadero Hay & Feed . . . your livestock and poul-

try headquarters.

We carry a comprehensive line of high quality feed and hay for all of your

farm and ranch livestock needs. We also have a full line of quality food and

supplies for the dogs, cats, and the feathered friends in your life. We are

currently “under construction” to be able to supply a wider variety of

products including the full line of Carhardt!

Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable. We can answer any questions you

may have about the products we carry, or questions about what feed or

supplies are best suited for your pets or livestock.

If we don't have the product you need, let us know and we will special or-

der it for you. Do you need local delivery? Give us a call and we can set up

arrangements to deliver to your home.

Do you have questions about starting a small backyard flock, horse nutri-

tion needs, or the best feed to finish your 4-H and FFA show animals for

the fair? Stop by, call or e-mail us and we’ll do our best to help you out.

Monday thru Friday

8:30 - 6

Saturday 9-5

6155 Via Avenue Atascadero, CA 93422 805-461-6411

We are easy to find! We are located in the old PCA building.

Take the Traffic Way exit off of Highway 101 and head East. We are 1/4

mile past the Fire Station and Colony Park. We

www.atascaderofeed.com

www.atascaderofeed.com

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Atascadero Hay and Feed is a local family owned operation. I’m

Kevin Buffett, the owner, and I grew up in this county. I understand

our unique local farm, ranch and livestock needs. The products we

sell are the same ones I use in my own ranch operation – high quali-

ty products at a fair price. Those products are accompanied by the

expertise of myself and my staff. We will strive to provide solutions

to your problems, answers to your questions, with an abundance of

www.atascaderofeed.com

Come see our new

lines of apparel and

hats! We also have

jewelry and lots

more!

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Cayucos is one of California's

last original beach towns. Situ-

ated just twenty minutes north

of San Luis Obispo on Scenic

Highway One, Cayucos offers a

relaxed atmosphere with won-

derful unspoiled beaches, a

popular beachside boardwalk

and a pier for fishing and enjoy-

ing the sunsets. San Luis Obispo

county is located on the Califor-

nia Central Coast and is halfway

between Los Angeles and San

Francisco - about 250 miles ei-

ther way - about 4 - 5 hours

driving time on State Highway 101 - depending on traffic. The town of Cayucos

was born from the Spanish Land Grant days and was part of the Morro Bay

Cayucos Rancho. Surveyed in 1875, the original town was developed by Cap-

tain James Cass who built the original wharf, store, and warehouse that pro-

vided for commerce throughout the coastal communities. Cayucos enjoyed a

colorful youth with gamblers and rum runners frequenting the Cayucos Tavern

- a local favorite to this day. The Chumash Indians were the original inhabit-

ants of most of the region now claimed by San Luis Obispo. The Chumash of

this region call themselves the Stishni, and spoke a Chumashan language quite

distinct from all the other Chumashan speakers who lived to the south and

east. The most famous invention of the Chumash was the plank canoe, called a

tomol or Cayuco.

Cayucos enjoys mild climate year round. Temperatures range from 45 degrees

F to 75 degrees F thru the winter with many clear beautiful beach days ap-

Feature Beach Town CAYUCOS

www.cayucoschamber.com

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C a y u c o s U n l e a s h e d

Dog & Cat Grooming Salon & Day Spa

Yuppy—Puppy

Supper Club coming soon

GiGi’s “All paws on a leash” dog

walking service

Hello & WelcomeHello & Welcome

Cayucos Unleashed

welcomes you and your special pet. We

would like to show how our expertisee in

pet grooming and care will create an

experience your pet will feel good about

when finished!

Testimonials:

Bubba’s Chuck-

“Whenever Bubba gets groomed he is

a much more pleasant dog– if that’s

Dad- I didn’t

12 n ocean ave. suite 121 PEARVIEW SUITES www.cayucosunleashed.com

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How to choose the right Hay:

We carry 3 different basic types of hay: Grass, Legume and Grain.

Grass hays like our Timothy have a high fiber content and are low in protein

and calcium. It is one of the most common hays fed to horses. Grass hays

should be the main component in rabbit, chinchilla and guinea pig di-

ets. The seed heads contain protein and the stems are an important source

of roughage. Orchard grass and Bermuda grass are quite similar to Timothy,

only they have slightly lower protein and fiber content. Orchard grass hay

has a slightly sweeter smell and a finer texture than Timothy. If your animal

doesn’t care for Timothy hay, you might try Orchard Grass or Bermuda Grass

as an alternative.

Legume hays, like Alfalfa, have a higher protein content than grass hays, and

should be feed to active, working, lactating, young or convalescing animals

that have higher nutritional needs. It can also be used as a treat for adult

animals. Most animals adore the taste of alfalfa hay, however it is too rich to

use as the only daily hay for most adult animals. It should be fed in modera-

tion, or fed as a blend with grass or grain hays. Alfalfa hay should never be

fed to animals with urinary tract problems. Look for alfalfa with a bright col-

or and fine leafy stems.

The grain hay varieties we regularly carry are Oat Hay and Forage Hay. Oat

hay is cut before the grain is fully mature and makes for an excellent horse

and cattle feed. When choosing grain hay you want to look for hay that still

has some color, but isn’t so far along (mature) that the seed heads begin to

shell out.

Here at Atascadero Hay and Feed we are very particular about the hay we

sell. We work closely with our growers to ensure we are providing the best

possible quality hay for your livestock feeding needs. Our staff is available to

answer any questions you might have about the different varieties of hay we

carry, and what hay would be best feed choice for your rabbits, chinchillas,

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Now located at The Historic Carlton Hotel

6005 El Camino Real, Downtown Atascadero

(805) 460-6455

Building customer satisfaction one meal at a time. Colby Jack Cafe and Bak-

ery is Atascadero's premier dining destination. Two hospitality enthusiasts,

Jack and Natalie Dorris, have created a warm and inviting restaurant with

European inspired pastries, hand- made breads, locally roasted Joebella

Coffee, and a classic yet contemporary food menu.

Colby Jack Cafe's menu features high quality ingredients from locally

sourced produce to Certified Angus Beef , Imported Italian Hams to a selec-

tion of specialty cheese. The lunch menu includes sandwiches served on

Jack's freshly baked croissants, ciabatta or French roll, including items

such as a Bleu Burger, a Grilled Portobello Sandwich, a Club, a Vegetarian

Mediterranean Feta, to a Roast Beef with Smoked Cheddar. The beautiful

entree salads include a Nicoise with seared Ahi, a Cobb on fresh spinach, to

a Caesar with house made dressing and croissant croutons. Building cus-

tomer satisfaction one meal at a time. Colby Jack Cafe and Bakery is Atas-

cadero's premier dining destination. Two hospitality enthusiasts, Jack and

Natalie Dorris, have created a warm and inviting restaurant with European

inspired pastries, hand- made breads, locally roasted Joebella Coffee, and

a classic yet contemporary food menu.

Colby Jack Cafe's menu features high quality ingredients from locally

sourced produce to Certified Angus Beef , Imported Italian Hams to a selec-

tion of specialty cheese. The lunch menu includes sandwiches served on

Jack's freshly baked croissants, ciabatta or French roll, including items

such as a Bleu Burger, a Grilled Portobello Sandwich, a Club, a Vegetarian

Mediterranean Feta, to a Roast Beef with Smoked Cheddar. The beautiful

entree salads include a Nicoise with seared Ahi, a Cobb on fresh spinach, to

a Caesar with house made dressing and croissant croutons.

Now open in the historic Carlton Hotel in downtown Atascadero, Colby

Welcome to our

beautiful and

new...

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Legal Tips: The Importance of a DBA

"Doing Business As" or DBA for short is a legal term often referred to as fictitious name, as-

sumed name or trade name. It is a declaration of individuals and business entities that allow

them to do business legally while using a fictitious name in a very easy and inexpensive manner.

Filing a DBA also allows business owners to legally accept payments, open bank accounts, and

advertise under their chosen fictitious names. Having an assumed name can also avoid fraud

since doing business using a name other than your legal name without proper documents is

against the law.

So why would a business entity want to file a fictitious name?

There are several reasons for this. First, when you are a sole proprietor, you have the option to

use a business name instead of your own name. You also do not have to create a formal entity

such as a corporation, partnership or even LLC. Legal entities on the other hand can do multiple

businesses without having several business entities.

DBA statements are usually used in franchising businesses. Here, the franchisee conduct busi-

ness using the franchise' brand name but at the same time, it also has its own legal name.

Filing a DBA online is not as complicated as it seems. In most cases, all you need to do is to sit

in front of your computer, answer the questionnaire and wait for it to be reviewed and pro-

cessed. However, in some states especially in California and other areas, business owners are

required to publish a notice of their intent to operate in a fictitious name in newspapers at a

certain time period. Business owners are also compelled to record the name in the Recorder of

deeds. This aims to protect people from fraud and other legal problems that might arise in the

future.

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Crush

We are a tiny winery creating rich, volup-

tuous wines. We take great pride in the

fact that our wines are truly hand made

by us personally with excessive emphasis

on quality of the finished product.

We have a simple philosophy; great wines

are created in the vineyard. To this end,

we have spent countless hours in our es-

tate zinfandel vineyard priming it to bear

only the lowest yields of highly concen-

trated fruit. The same approach is made

in the amazing vineyards we painstakingly

select to craft our Cabernets and Syrah

with.

With the focus on the vines, there is little

else for the wine to do except take a

blissful sleep in French oak. This simple

formula has allowed us to encapsulate the

pure essence of the vineyard and bring

forth wines that leave an unforgettable

impression. Our passion and obsessive at-

tention to detail can be discovered in eve-

ry bottle we create.

In order to achieve our aspiration to pro-

duce nothing but extraordinary wines, our

production is very low. If you would like to

be among the select few that receive our

new releases-join our Wine Club; Chateau

Brochelle so that you may receive our

highly allocated wines before they are just

a memory. 805.237.4410 ext. 3 or shel-

Summer

Fall

Spring

Just released very exclusive wines for the

Holidays! LUXE CUVEE-The Luxe Cuvee

comprising plush, voluptuous Grenache, Sy-

rak & Mourvedre grapes. A stunning hand-

crafted wine you will not want to miss!

Twelve Anniversary Cuvee-Brock meticu-

lously crafted another AMAZING Anniversary

Cuvee. The master blender has chosen 12 of

his finest French oak barrels in the winery,

and took precise amounts from each one to

create a harmonious cuvee comprising a http://www.brochelle.com

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We have two banquet rooms

and the main dining room to choose from

as well as the lounge.

diVine is 840 square feet

Ambrosia is 1400 square feet

Main dining room is 2160 square feet

Breakfast Lunch Dinner Brunch Buffet

Monday - Saturday Monday-Saturday Wednesday - Saturday Sunday

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Heirloom tomatoe caprese sal-

ad with balsamic reduction and

olive oiul on a bed of Spring

Bone in French

Ribeye

Belgian Waffle with Berries

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TEMPLETON: Feature above the grade town

History

Templeton was founded in 1886 when C.H. Phillips of the West Coast

Land Company sent R.R. Harris to survey 160 acres south of Paso Ro-

bles. This acreage was to be laid out in business and residential lots and

5-12 acre parcels for a town named "Crocker" after the famous San

Francisco financier. When it was discovered that there was already a

town by that name, this settlement became "Templeton", named after

Crocker's son. This is the only town along the El Camino Real named for

a person rather than a saint. Templeton was fathered by the railroad,

built on the main highway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and,

in its heyday, had a reputation for its saloon brawls and wild 'n' rough

street scenes. The town was the end of the line for passengers coming

from the north. Tourists disembarked here and took a stagecoach south

to San Luis Obispo. In 1891 the railroad continued south and the town

was reduced to a flag stop and is now a bypass. In 1897 there was a

great fire which burned most of the business district. The town was

rebuilt, but not to its former glory. In 1965, Josephine Gilfillan wrote

for the Paso Robles Press a series of pieces on Templeton. Newcomers

kept asking, "Why was Templeton was built so close to Paso Robles and

Atascadero," she said. "I wanted to tell them that Templeton came

first." Today Templeton is a small quiet town with a strong community

spirit and a vision to preserve its colorful past.

General Profile

Templeton is a pleasant rural community located midway between

Atascadero and Paso Robles in San Luis Obispo County. It was founded

in 1886 when the Southern Pacific Railroad came through the area.

Templeton has retained much of its historical character - many of the

old buildings have been restored and are still in use today. New build-

ings are being built, but always with an eye to the past.

Area Growth

Templeton is one of three unincorporated areas in San Luis Obispo

County that has land available for development. The population of the

community of Templeton was 1,173 in 1990 and 3,139 in 1995. Unoffi-

cial 2000 estimate is approximately 5100.

Climate

At an elevation of 721 feet above sea level, the climate is mild and

smog free. Prevailing winds are from the www.templetonchamber.com

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History

In 1973, Gary Eberle began his career in the wine industry by heading his

family’s Estrella River Winery (currently Meridian Vineyards in Paso Ro-

bles) and produced 500,000 cases a year at its facility. Eberle’s pioneer-

ing spirit didn’t stop there. In 1980, he co-founded the Paso Robles Appel-

lation and in 1983, Gary opened the doors to his own Eberle Winery with

the premiere of Eberle’s 1979 Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, Eberle hand-

crafts 25,000 cases of wine each year from surrounding Estate vineyards.

And, after more than 25 years since the release of the Eberle label, the

winery consistently remains one of the highest award-winning wineries in

the United States.

The Boar

The German name "Eberle" translates to "small boar." At Eberle Winery, a

bronze boar greets every guest who visits the Tasting Room. The statue

is the 93rd replica of the original bronze Porcellino cast by Tacca in 1620.

And today, the original can be found in the straw market in Florence, Italy.

It is considered good luck to rub the boar's nose and toss a coin in the

water below. All money collected at the Eberle boar fountain is donated to

local children's charities.

The Tasting Room & Caves

The redwood building that houses the Winery and Tasting Room was built

to be a natural extension of the vineyard and surrounding countryside. But

in 1994, Eberle was seeking additional space for the red wine program

and decided to go underground. Today, 16,000 square feet of under-

ground caves located below the winery create the perfect place to age

every bottle of wine we make. In addition, the 100-seat Wild Boar Room

serves as a romantic and beautiful backdrop for our monthly Guest Chef

Dinner Series and Private Events

Eberle’s Gold Metal Winners waiting for you!

Left to right:

2009 Muscat Canelli

2008 Copes-du Robles

2009 Mill Road Viognier

2007 Cotes-du-Robles

Pg. 45

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http://www.eberlewinery.com

Pg. 44 See wine bottle on map page 40

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Griff’s is on the east side of Main

Street… about two blocks north of

Templeton Feed and McPhee’s

Griff’s opened quietly on July 14th,

2008. We offer hand-crafted pizzas,

pastas, salads along with an interna-

Phone Your Order 434-1760

Hours

Mon-Fri - 11:30a to 8:00p

Sat-Sun - 5:00p to 8:00p

Pickup available until 8:30p

Address

105 S. Main Street

Templeton, CA 93465 (two blocks north of McPhee's & Temple-

www.griffspizzeria.com

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ELIMINATING BRAKE NOISE

SO you seem to have noisy brakes! Noisy brakes are al-

ways caused by a vibration between the pads and rotors, the

pads and calipers or the calipers and their mounts. In drum

brakes the vibrations are between the shoes and drum or

backing plates.

The noise is so annoying and almost as bad as scraping fin-

ger nails on the blackboard! Noise is normal in lots of to-

day's cars however to many it is terrible and they want quiet

brakes.

Brake noise is “worrisome” to many as they fear their vehi-

cle is not safe and may not stop effectively. Noise may indi-

cate trouble but the best thing to do is take your car to a cer-

tified brake mechanic. If there is not a defective part than

you may try:

Dampen the pads

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CHARDONNAY CENTRAL COAST 2008

GOLD & BEST OF CLASS California State Fair Wine Competition 2010

MERLOT PASO ROBLES 2006

GOLD San Diego Wine Competition 2010

SILVER California State Fair Wine Competition 2010

SILVER Orange County Fair Wine Competition 2010

FUME BLANC 2009

SILVER San Diego Wine Competition 2010

SILVER Pacific Rim Intn'l Wine Competition 2010

SILVER San Francisco Intn'l Wine Competition 2010

ZINFANDEL RESERVE "ZINFUSION" 2007

GOLD Pacific Rim Wine Competition 2010

GOLD Riverside Intn'l Wine Competition 2010

CHAIRMAN'S AWARD Riverside Intn'l Wine Competition 2010

SILVER San Diego Wine Competition 2010

SILVER San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2010

SILVER West Coast Wine Competition 2010

CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 2005

SILVER Grand Harvest Awards 2009

TEMPRANILLO RESERVE CALIFORIA 2006

Best of Class California Appellation California State Fair Wine Competition 2009

SILVER San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2010

PINOT NOIR ESTATE BLIND FAITH 2007

BRONZE San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2010

PRIMITIVO 2007

SILVER West Coast Wine Competition 2010

SILVER Los Angeles Wine & Spirits Competition 2010

SILVER San Francisco Intn'l Wine Competition 2010

ZINFANDEL ESTATE COBBLE CREEK 2006

SILVER California Zinfandel Championship 2008

BRONZE Best of the Bay Zin Challenge 2009

PETITE SIRAH STONE'S THROW 2006

SILVER San Diego Wine Completion 2010

ZINFANDEL ESTATE WHALE ROCK 2006

GOLD Best of the Bay Zin Challenge 2009

SILVER California State Fair Wine Competition 2009

BRONZE San Francisco Intn'l Wine Competition 2010

Award Winning Wines

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Concerts & Special Events Year Round

Events

Castoro’s art gallery provides the perfect indoor venue for a

variety of events, while the picnic grounds offer ample seating

and a stage with a backdrop of the expansive vineyards. Thus,

Castoro Cellars has become a prime location for local concerts

and events. They serve as one of the main destinations for the

SLOFOLKS music series, among others, and many well-known

artists have played at Castoro. The facilities at Castoro are also

available for consumer events.

Wine Club

For those who can’t get enough “Dam Fine Wine,” Castoro Cel-

lars offers a membership in their wine club.

Club members receive 2 bottles of wine every month, enjoy dis-

counts on wine and other tasting room products, receive free

tastings with every visit, and have access to special reserve

releases.

Contact Info

Castoro Cellars Tasting Room, 1315 N. Bethel Road, Temple-

ton, CA, 93465

Tasting Room Phone: (888) DAM-FINE or (888) 326-3463; Tast-

ing Room Fax: (805) 238-2602

http://www.castorocellars.com

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The Contractor: House Painting Yourself

Homeowners painting their own house often suffer from confidence problems in their ability.

Some are all riled up to paint their house and start painting before they have fully planned every-

thing out. Other people are worried that they cannot do advanced painting correctly and end up

not using more creative situations. The family can paint the house without help from a north

county painting contractor. All you need to do is study some painting ideas and techniques.

After planning all the painting out, you need to make sure you have all the necessary tools. A

north county paint contractor will use roll brushes, hand brushes, paint and paper to keep the

paint from spilling. Paint should fulfill its two roles::beauty and protection.

You can consult with the hardware store or a north county painting contractor with a color chart

to decide on colors and color schemes. A two-tone scheme is very attractive and not as hard as it

sounds. Your colors can be matched to your yard, neighborhood, a creative theme, your furniture

or architecture. If you are going for beauty over art, the two most important considerations in

color are the architecture and interior of the home.

Then you need to pick a paint that protects well. The paint protects your exterior from weather

and damage. So a good paint is waterproof, and will not flake or scratch easily. Simply adding

coats is one way to get more protection but the best way is to get a good quality paint.

Before starting painting remove all the old paint. Paint stripping is a chore that can be left to a

north county painter. Do it yourselfers may want to just start painting without removing old

paint. Doing this will cause the paint to peel. Spread paper, old carpet strips or strips f plywood

to stop paint from getting on your interior or yard. The first coat of paint is called the primer.

Primer makes paint stick to the walls better and increases the life of the paint job.

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Nature's Touch Nursery & Harvest is

a specialty plant nursery and local gro-

cery store. We only sell local within Cali-

fornia, Certified Organic and Naturally

Grown produce. The natural grown pro-

duce has to be grown locally and comes

to us with a soil analysis to guarantee

that they are farmed with sustainable

practices. Every-thing that Nature's

Touch puts on the shelves has to come

with research, quality and the most that

we can get from our dollar.

We also sell local beef, lamb, pork, chick-

en, eggs, cheese, milk, cream, yogurt, ice

cream and breads. We are an "all in sea-

son" produce store. In California, we

have

Welcome to Nature's Touch. All organic or natu-

rally grown, pesticide-free fruits and vegetables.

Nature's Touch believes in support-

ing local farmers, organic farmers

and the community. We have decid-

ed to put together a program similar

to a CSA program. The only differ-

ence is that we will not be growing

the produce ourselves, but will be buying produce

from local farmers and farmers throughout California.

There are three different baskets available for a

weekly pick-up. Each week these baskets will have a

list of all the farmers used, a different recipe, and in-

season produce. Here at Nature's Touch, we believe

in eating the freshest food possi-

ble and the easiest way to do

that is by supporting our local

farmers.

With baskets, you have the option to add meat,

cheese or other dairy products for an additional cost.

By committing to one or more months, there is a

substantial savings on each of these options. Please

Visit our new store in Atascadero 5825 Traffic Way, Atascadero, California

225 South Main Street, Templeton, California , P.O. Box 151 Paso Robles, Ca 93447

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Wines Of California

Justin Winery

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Located midway between San Francisco and Los

Angeles amid 160 acres of oak-studded rolling

hills and vineyards, Justin Vineyards & Winery and

the Just Inn combine the luxury and comfort of a

5-Star hotel with the opportunity to experience

life on a working vineyard and winery.

Justin Winery is a small family-owned winery producing World-class estate wines. On

the grounds is the secluded and scenic JUST Inn offering its guests the richness of life

on California’s Central Coast surrounded by the day-to-day operations of this award-

winning winery.. A stay in the JUST Inn is an

experience not to be missed!

The JUST Inn invites rest and relaxation in

sumptuous style. Each of the three luxury

suites - TUSCANY, PROVENCE, and SUSSEX -

is appointed in the fine European tradition.

Tapestry-covered furnishings, queen size

featherbeds, frescoed ceilings, wood burning

fireplaces and

hydro-spa baths

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year-round enjoyment, all have

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outside their doors.

The JUST Inn

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416 S Main St Templeton, CA 93465

A visit will ensure wonderful

appetizers, tasteful entrees and

Come spend some special events

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Servicing all your landscape supply and equine feed and bedding needs.

Store Hours:

Monday-Friday

8:00 - 5:00 PM

Saturday

Buy retail at 1386 Rossi Rd, Templeton, CA West of highway 101 and just south of Trader Joe's or

The Benefits Convenient Location

Large Inventory

Delivery Available

Many products to choose from

Contact Information and Email

Rossi Transport Service

1386 Rossi Rd

Templeton, CA 93465

(805) 434-2884 / (800) 321-3092

info@rossitransport.com

History of Rossi Transport Service

In 1952 Jim Rossi started hauling milk from the family dairy in SLO county to Arden Farms Creamery in Santa Barbara. While

unloading at the creamery, he met a man who said there are lots of horse ranches here, why don’t you bring some hay down on

the days that you don’t bring milk? And so as he turned the idea around in his head and saw the future for Rossi Transport

Service.

As the business grew, with more equipment and employees, he supplied hay to many horse ranches and dairies. In the 1960’s

we added the wholesale distribution of bagged wood shavings with sales from LA to San Francisco.

In the1970’s, Jim’s son Steve and daughter Susan came into the business allowing the company to diversify with forest products

for the landscape industry. Our company was instrumental in helping our local cities begin green waste recycling and reselling of

the finished compost product. Today 58 years later, we operate Rossi Transport Feed and Forest Products. We are no longer

making compost but are still selling compost and other landscape products which enhance the soil and promote less water use.

Premium Quality

Alfalfa

Oat

Forage Mix

Orchard Grass

Timothy

Wholesale

Delivered with 256 bale minimum

Retail

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REAL ESTATE REASONINGS

THE GREG MALIK HOME SELLING SYSTEM

How to net thousands of $$$ more when selling your

home

Hi, I'm Greg Malik with Greg Malik Real Estate Group. Thank you for

taking a few minutes of your valuable time to learn how you can

benefit from the Greg Malik Home Selling System in getting your

North County home sold faster and for top dollar.

For the Record:

In 2007, I SOLD 5 TIMES more residential listings in Atascadero and Templeton than

any other REALTOR in the entire San Luis Obispo County!

* Consistent Results...........

* A Faster Sale................

*A whole team working for you, providing the ultimate in service!

* PLUS, Your SATISFACTION IS GUARANTEED. If you're not satisfied with the service

you receive from Greg and his team of professionals, he will donate his portion of the

commission to the American Cancer Society.

Several factors contribute to the successful results of

The Greg Malik Home Selling System

When you hire me to sell your home you actually are getting 4 licensed, full time real

estate agents, plus an office support team, for the same price as you would pay for a

single agent. The average real estate agent works alone and must handle a multi-

tude of tasks without help. I have developed team systems and processes to ensure

that everything throughout the marketing and closing of a home goes smoothly. I've

broken down the entire real estate sales process into individual tasks. Each task is

then assigned to the person best qualified to perform that task. The team members

focus their time and energy on those specialties which they do best--which allows the

team to provide our clients with unbeatable customer service and a high level of

communication allowing us to respond to our clients' needs very quickly. Having sev-

eral team members to handle office chores and routine details allows me to focus my

energies on what I do best, which is making sure that your home is effectively mar-

keted and strategically positioned to sell quickly and for top dollar.

When you hire me to sell your home, I'll examine your property and give you detailed

and specific advice on how to prepare your home prior to placing it on the market. I'll

pay to have your home professionally "Home Staged" by the best Home Stager in the

business. She'll itemize value adding improvements you should make, and give you

practical home staging advice that will result in a faster sale for more money. I will

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We feature California natives, Tuscan olives, David Austin roses, a

large selection of lavender and other fine perennials, shrubs and

trees in a farm atmosphere. We pride ourselves on growing and

offering quality stock at affordable prices. Our landscaping divi-

sion provides maintenance and installation services to residential

and commercial customers throughout San Luis Obispo County.

We seek to provide innovative ideas in design and exceed our

customers' expectations.

Bare root stock is in!

Best Varieties for our area!

Large Selection!

You can call or send us an E-mail telling us your name, address, phone

number, what products, how many, any questions you have, etc. and

50 Vaquero Drive Templeton, CA 93465 : (805) 434-1542 : finleyfarm@msn.com

Mon - Fri: 9AM - 4PM, sometimes 5 / Sat: 9AM - 2PM / Sun: Closed

When the weather is in climate or we have a family obligation, we will be closed.

Please forgive us if you come by and we're not here. Just give us a call and we can

usually make arrangements or be open by appointment

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REAL ESTATE REASONINGS

THE GREG MALIK HOME SELLING SYSTEM

How to net thousands of $$$ more when selling your home

Hi, I'm Greg Malik with Greg Malik Real Estate Group. Thank you for taking a few

minutes of your valuable time to learn how you can benefit from the Greg Malik Home

Selling System in getting your North County home sold faster and for top dollar.

For the Record:

In 2007, I SOLD 5 TIMES more residential listings in Atascadero and

Templeton than any other REALTOR in the entire San Luis Obispo

County!

* Consistent Results...........

* A Faster Sale................

*A whole team working for you, providing the ultimate in service!

* PLUS, Your SATISFACTION IS GUARANTEED. If you're not satisfied

with the service you receive from Greg and his team of profession-

als, he will donate his portion of the commission to the American Cancer Society.

Several factors contribute to the successful results of

The Greg Malik Home Selling System

When you hire me to sell your home you actually are getting 4 licensed, full time real

estate agents, plus an office support team, for the same price as you would pay for a

single agent. The average real estate agent works alone and must handle a multitude

of tasks without help. I have developed team systems and processes to ensure that

everything throughout the marketing and closing of a home goes smoothly. I've bro-

ken down the entire real estate sales process into individual tasks. Each task is then

assigned to the person best qualified to perform that task. The team members focus

their time and energy on those specialties which they do best--which allows the team

to provide our clients with unbeatable customer service and a high level of communi-

cation allowing us to respond to our clients' needs very quickly. Having several team

members to handle office chores and routine details allows me to focus my energies

on what I do best, which is making sure that your home is effectively marketed and

strategically positioned to sell quickly and for top dollar.

When you hire me to sell your home, I'll examine your property and give you detailed

and specific advice on how to prepare your home prior to placing it on the market. I'll

pay to have your home professionally "Home Staged" by the best Home Stager in the

business. She'll itemize value adding improvements you should make, and give you

practical home staging advice that will result in a faster sale for more money. I will

also provide you with detailed checklists produced by industry experts on preparing

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Welcome to the Historic Paso Robles Inn located in downtown Paso Robles in the

heart of the beautiful Paso Robles wine country. Conveniently located halfway be-

tween Los Angeles and San Francisco on California's Central Coast, the Inn has been

a premier location for California getaways for over a century. Boasting the best loca-

tion in town, the Paso Robles Inn is less than a five minute stroll to wine and olive

tasting rooms, restaurants, wine bars and lounges, boutique shops, and much more!

The Paso Robles Inn features amenities and a location that are unmatched in the

area. Enjoy a private hot springs mineral spa tub in one of the Inn's Deluxe Spa

Rooms or brand new two-room suites. Surrounded by over 200 local wineries in the

Paso Robles wine region, the Paso Robles Inn is the perfect place to stay to enjoy

your own wine tour getaway. Lush gardens with live Koi ponds, running streams and

majestic Oak trees create a peaceful setting for a relaxing retreat. A full-service des-

tination, the Inn features 100% Wi-Fi, an outdoor heated pool and spa, a premier

Steakhouse and Lounge, and a 1940's diner-style Coffee Shop. A true Paso Robles

wine country experience awaits you at the Paso Robles Inn!

The Paso Robles Inn features a beautifully restored Grand Ballroom that is the per-

fect for elegant wine country weddings and events in addition to several other

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Gardening: COMPOSTING: It’s Easier Than You Think

Environmentalist and author Diane MacEachern proposes that we "use our spending

power to protect the planet and ourselves." Her book Big Green Purse helps consum-

ers shop green for everything from laundry detergent to condoms.

I recently spoke with Diane about fall cleanup and composting. She pointed out that

gas-powered leaf blowers generate surprising amounts of pollution, not to mention

noise pollution. According to the Website, The World Women Want, "Gasoline-

powered lawn and garden equipment accounts for more than four percent of our ur-

ban air pollution." If you do blow your leaves, Diane suggests using eco-friendlier appli-

ances, such as electric or battery-powered (ideally rechargeable) blowers.

Raking

Better yet, of course, why not rake? Make it a fun family project. For advice on buying

a rake, check out eHow. Then create a compost pile of leaves and other debris in a

corner of your yard. I often wondered how composting works and knew virtually noth-

ing about it; I pictured a compost pile as a heap of garbage under a tree and worried

that, if I had such a heap, it would attract an extended family of rats. Not so.

Creating a Compost Pile

eHow describes composting as "a process of gathering together biodegradable materi-

als and placing them in a big pile to allow them to decompose together." Begin by

making a pile of leaves and over time they will decompose. Diane says you can just

keep adding leaves on top. They start to decompose from the bottom so you begin by

taking the bottommost decomposed matter first and use it as mulch.

Accelerating Decomposition

Diane notes that it may take a year or more for your leaves to decompose. Matter

physically heats up, she explains, and the hotter it gets the faster it decomposes. You

can accelerate the decomposition by periodically turning the pile with a pitchfork.

Composting Kitchen Waste

Next Month: “How to build a composter.”