GOODNESS GRACIOUS….

I could almost hear the words coming out of the mouth of the Kiwanis Club member as he was asked boldly and respectfully to pay a $10 fine to the Kangaroo Court Judge and reigning Club President Mike Britton. Apparently, it is an unofficial crime to have one’s phone ring when a guest is delivering a presentation.

UNBRIDLED ENTHUSIASM
This poetic sentiment is how I would describe my encounter with Caprice Arkell, co-owner of the spectacular Varian Equestrian Center located at 1275 Corbett Canyon Rd, Arroyo Grande, Ca. 93420. Simon and Caprice Arkell purchased this sprawling beautiful 200-acre horse ranch in the summer of 2023 after serendipitously viewing it on the Zillow site.

PASSION & THE JOY OF ART  
From the moment I met Eric and Jill Von Berg I sensed the genuineness of their hearts and their passion for life. However, it is when I had the pleasure of being welcomed into their art gallery, simply named” The Gallery,” located at 213 E. Branch St. Arroyo Grande, Ca. 93420, that I truly witnessed their smiles light up the room. As I gazed around the gallery hall, with its vaulted ceilings and edgy architectural structures,

UP …UP …. UPLIFTED!
Calling ALL PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS and those fortunate enough to carry with them a FUN-LOVING spirit! We have been given a timeless treasure that is worth sharing with one another in our community by the sea. Owners Jason and Melissa Natanson of “THE SKY’S THE LIMIT Toy and Kite Shop” , newly relocated at 541 5 Cities Dr. Pismo, Ca. 93449, have graced our community with a playful wonderland that will surely have you feeling UP…UP…UP LIFTED in very unexpected ways!

MISSION DRIVEN HEARTS
A sentiment that describes poignantly and profoundly the Community Health Centers (CHC) of our Central Coast. As I walked through the doors of the health center located at 2120 Cienega St., Oceano, Ca., I was greeted with warm genuine smiles and a sense of authentic compassion that emanated from each staff member. Instantly I could see that those who serve at CHC are truly DRIVEN by their HEARTS. 

As the 4th of July is fast approaching our commerce world is gearing up for the anticipated tourism revenue that it will bring. 😊 We are very grateful to those who choose to spend their holiday season with us here on the central coast. It is also a day that we celebrate the independence of the UNITED States of America. Just as we rely on tourism to infuse our communities with much needed revenue for continued growth, Americans have always needed ONE ANOTHER to create a STRONG nation.

FAMILY FRIENDLY
The FAMILY FRIENDLY motto is a great way to describe our next business of the week.  Z and his wife Melissa Zaferis are a dynamic duo and the owners of the Grover Station Grill located at 170 W. Grand Ave #101, Grover Beach, Ca. 93433.

FAITH, HOPE & LOVEFAITH- To TRUST and BELIEVE in the UNSEEN. HOPE- To LIVE in EXPECTATION of something BENEFICIAL for the FUTURE. LOVE- To KNOW that you are SUPPORTED by those around you.

HONOR AND GRATITUDE
MEMORIAL DAY – A Day that” WE THE PEOPLE “of the United States of America had an opportunity to express our HONOR and GRATITUDE for the men and women who have bravely served in our military over the years, whether domestically or abroad.

LOCAL SUPPORT….to give assistance in a practical way to those in your community!
The appreciation of LOCAL SUPPORT was the sentiment conveyed to me by John Kuebler, owner of a NEW electric bike rental, sales and apparel shop, “COASTAL VIBES “, located at 170 W. Grand Ave, Suite 102, Grover Beach, Ca. (next-door to our well-known local diner Grover Station Grill) I recently had the pleasure of meeting John and hearing what inspired him to open his electric bike and apparel shop in Grover Beach.