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Entries from May 2010
SEEN & HEARD
May 20th, 2010
Molly "Triker Chick" Kight with Dr. Laura Schlessinger
Even if you’re not one of the minions of Harley-lovin locals, you can appreciate Molly Kight, aka “Triker Chick,” whose articles on all things motorcycle are popping up in magazines and blogs. The engaging Molly attracted the attention of another Harley devotee, radio talk show host Dr. Laura Schlessinger, on Dr. Laura’s recent ride through Arroyo Grande. Sorry about the closed-eye photo, Molly, but we couldn’t’ resist … When Hunger Awareness Day 2010 rolls out on June 3, it will feature an all new “Text to Give” option, thanks to savvy Food Bank staffer JoLin Rosa. Text “FEEDUS” to 20222 – it’s live now … Smokin’ success follows hard work for Nina and Ray Cattaneo of Ray’s Own Brand. Their sausage and jerky, longtime local faves, are now available in California grocery stores including Mollie Stone’s, Raley’s, Ralphs and Albertsons from Costa Mesa to San Francisco and throughout the Central Valley. Find out more at www.raysownbrand.com … Ours is a small town with big city food, thanks to Robin Covey whose menu at Chow in Downtown SLO features intriguing new items including Banh Mi, a French-Vietnamese ciabatta sandwich, Korean beef burgers and fish “tacos” prepared in a seaweed wrapper. Even better: lunch specials starting at just $8 … Sustenance Studio offers a fun way to boost employee or other group morale using shared cooking experiences. Consider it a cooking party that produces fab food, a painless lesson in teamwork and always a laugh or two: 234-1691 … And a big “welcome back” to local chef and fab restaurateur Maegen Loering, who has opened the Neon Carrot on South Higuera in SLO.
Categories — Business Expansions, Business Successes, Charity
LOCAL BEAT
May 20th, 2010
Dan Walters
Can you really resist Sacramento smart guy Dan Walters just days before a statewide election? Last call for tickets to the June 2 SLO County UCSB Economic Forecast Project “Mid-Year Update.” Spirited debate and a free ride on the SLO-departing “espresso express.” Visit the websites of the Atascadero Chamber or the Paso Robles Chamber for more information … Local history meets a new wine venture when the Hearst Ranch Winery hosts its grand opening in the tasting room at the historic Sebastian Store in Old San Simeon Village on May 22 and May 23. Wine tasting, BBQ and music benefit the Hearst Cancer Resource Center at French Hospital in SLO … Upcoming Brown Bag Dialogues on tap at Mission Community Services Corporation: May 21, HR consultant Betsey Nash and DSS’s Cassandra Blangsted explain the HIRE Act and SLO Works Subsidized Employment Program; May 28 the topic is Low Cost and No Cost Services for Businesses, presented by Lynn Kranich of Shoreline Workforce Development … We keep hearing about great deals in local real estate. How about a brand new, 2300-square-foot home at Trilogy Central Coast for $100? It’s possible if you buy the winning ticket in the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway on the Central Coast. A limited number of tickets will be on sale starting July 7. Call (800) 834-5794.
Categories — Business Workshops, Promotions
GOOD WORKS
May 20th, 2010
Callie and Kyle DeSchryver walk the red carpet
Fighting juvenile diabetes is a family affair for Sierra Vista COO Joe DeSchryver and wife Laurie. Son Kyle’s diagnosis led Laurie to leadership positions with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and kids Kyle and Callie onto the red carpet at a recent JDRF event in LA. The pint-sized stars’ turn included walking former major league baseball star Todd Zeile onto stage. Callie was thrilled when “Hannah Montana’s daddy” – that would be Billy Ray Cyrus – admired her pink cowboy boots.
