www.montereycountynow.com MAY 14-20, 2026 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 39 ARIES (March 21-April 19): When naturalist John Muir wanted to experience a storm, he climbed to the top of a 100-foot Douglas fir and rode it for hours through gale-force winds. He later reflected that the danger, in his judgment, was “hardly greater” than staying under a roof, and that the exhilaration and sensory richness justified his experiment. I’m not counseling you to be exactly like Muir in the coming weeks, Aries. Please don’t take foolish risks. However, I would love you to explore what truths are available when you put yourself in the path of intensity. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Biologists say a teaspoon of productive soil may contain billions of living organisms. These bacteria, fungi, protozoa and nematodes work in cooperative networks, generating a hidden abundance that ensures everything above ground thrives. Your immediate future has this quality, Taurus. Beneath the visible surface of your life, beneficial processes are generating possibility. You don’t need to see the miracle to trust it’s happening. Your role is simply to have faith as you maintain the conditions that allow this mysterious abundance to do its work. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I suspect you would benefit from engaging with a friendly devil’s advocate or two in the coming weeks. Your clarity and understanding will deepen in just the right ways if you converse with affectionate skeptics who like and respect you but also want to help you grow. I realize that such people may be hard to find. If you can’t locate any, you could hire one. Or do the next best thing: Argue with yourself. Entertain lines of thought that are contrary to your usual ideas. Don’t let your habitual self get away with its usual rationalizations. The benefits of this exercise will be unpredictably huge. CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the Northern Hemisphere, the North Star holds a fixed place in the sky. Also known as Polaris, or the Pole Star, it hangs in almost the same spot throughout the night while other stars rise and set. Because of this steadfast presence, it has long served as a trusted marker for navigation. Over time, it naturally came to represent an inner compass or a guiding ideal. In your own experience, Cancerian, what serves as your symbolic North Star? What’s the orienting force that helps you decide how to move next? Now is an auspicious moment to revitalize your bond with this source of direction. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the mid 1950s, researchers developed reliable methods for creating synthetic diamonds in the laboratory. Since then, advances in technology have made it possible to grow large, high-quality diamonds from small seed crystals in a relatively short time. I invite you to make this one of your operative metaphors, Leo. In the coming weeks, the forces of destiny will align with your efforts if you experiment with nurturing and expanding the parts of your life that are most like a diamond. Facilitate the development of your valuable beauty. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Scientist Stuart Kauffman theorizes that living systems are healthiest when they operate near the “edge of chaos.” There’s a critical zone between rigid order and unstructured randomness where complexity and adaptability can flourish. Too much organization creates brittle stiffness, while excessive chaos prevents coherence. Life thrives when it has some of both. I invite you to ruminate on these themes in the coming weeks, Virgo. According to my edgy analysis of the astrological omens, you’re being invited to cultivate and foster your own personal “edge of chaos” territory. Your interesting task is to create sweet spots where structure and spontaneity synergize. Locate these happy places and abide there for a while. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Choose two small and specific ways you’re going to stop pretending. One example might be how you respond when someone asks how you’re doing. Another may be an opinion you’ve been softening to keep the peace. Maybe there’s a desire you’ve been downplaying because it feels impractical. Here’s the name of this experiment: Incremental Precision Liberation. The key is to do it casually, with no melodrama or self-consciousness. If it’s successful, you could try another round in two weeks. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpio primatologist Frans de Waal devoted years to watching chimpanzees reconcile with each other after discord. He was fascinated by how they rebuilt trust through rituals of appeasement, grooming and kind gestures. Once the chimps stopped fighting, he marveled, they actively repaired their connection, which often emerged stronger than before the dispute. I hope you will borrow their primate wisdom in the coming weeks, Scorpio. Do your best to navigate through conflict or alienation, and then instigate generous acts of rebonding. Don’t sulk or go silent. Be creative as you work to replenish what was damaged. The renewed relationship could be closer. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The albatross harnesses the wind, enabling it to travel vast distances with minimal effort. There’s an initial effort that leads to big energy savings. The bird climbs into strong winds and then relaxes, surfing the air currents. I mention this, Sagittarius, because I suspect you’ve been trying too hard and working too much—unnecessarily so. Less strenuous exertion, more gliding, please! Ask yourself what flows are already streaming in your favor. Could you catch a ride on existing momentum? Figure out where life’s tides are already moving, then position yourself to get carried along. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Ethnomusicologists studying throat singing know that Tuvan singers can produce two or more tones simultaneously. The human voice, it turns out, has the ability to harmonize with itself. Most of us never discover this because we never try. What other multidimensional capacities are you not using because you’ve never investigated them or tested their limits, Capricorn? The coming weeks are ideal for experimentation. What unexpected capacities might you get access to if you explored possibilities you’ve assumed were beyond you? AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Cartographer Gerardus Mercator created his famous world map in 1569, enabling sailors to plot courses across oceans. But his technique dramatically distorts the size of landmasses. Greenland appears larger than Africa, when in reality Africa is 14 times bigger. The truth is that every map privileges certain truths while distorting others. This is a key teaching for you right now, Aquarius. Examine the mental maps you’re using to navigate your life. Might they be warping reality? Consider whether you would benefit from redrawing your inner visualizations of the wide, wild world out there. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Perfectionism has increased dramatically in recent decades. Young people are especially affected. Here’s the twist: The compulsion for perfection rarely improves performance. It’s more likely to undermine achievement by triggering paralysis and self-criticism. Now is a favorable time for you Pisceans to rebel against the trend. I encourage you to cultivate a relaxed devotion to being “good enough” as you enjoy yourself thoroughly. Do you know the difference between cheerfully seeking excellence and grimly striving for perfection? Move away from what demands your obsessive rigor and focus on what requires soulful completion. FREEWILLASTROLOGY In addition to this column, Rob Brezsny offers EXPANDED WEEKLY AUDIO HOROSCOPES and DAILY TEXT MESSAGE HOROSCOPES. To buy access, go to www.RealAstrology.com. Audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1-877-873-4888 or 1-900-950-7700. By Rob Brezsny • May 14-20, 2026 classifieds Legal Notices LEGALS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260977. The following person is doing business as VOYAGERS CREATIONS at 704 San Jacinto Dr, Salinas, CA 93901. Steven Allen Bateman, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 04, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr. 01, 2026. Signed Steven Bateman. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260790. The following person is doing business as DISCOMANIA at 1224 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955. Briseno’s General Services, 1624 Marshfield Ct, Salinas, CA 93906. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 10, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr. 11, 2017. Signed Patricia Cervantes Briseno, Manager Member. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260994. The following person is doing business as SOUL & SPICE at 12 Lilac St, Monterey, CA 93940. Latina Denise Perry, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 06, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Latina Perry. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260760. The following person is doing business as M & M LOPEZ PAINTING AND REMODELING INC at 1660 Harrod Way, Salinas, CA 93906. M & M Lopez Painting & Remodeling Inc, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 08, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb. 02, 2026. Signed Martin Lopez Lopez, Secretary. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260865. The following person is doing business as STACKHOUSE BROS at 13501 Cogswell Rd, Hickman, CA 95323. Don and Rodney Stackhouse, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 20, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr. 10, 2026. Signed Don Stackhouse. This business is conducted by a general partnership. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260962. The following person is doing business as STUDIO TAPA; POSTPUPPETEERS at 255 E Bolivar St Space 32, Salinas, CA 93906. Studio Taprino LLC, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 01, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec. 18, 2023. Signed Jose Hernandez-Casas, CEO. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260983. The following person is doing business as TICO’S RESTAURANT at 330 Reservation Rd Suite H, Marina, CA 93933. Silvia Teresa Herrera-Cruz and Rodolfo Vasquez-Herrera, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 5, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in June 2004. Signed Silvia Teresa Herrera Cruz. This business is conducted by a general partnership. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20261022. The following person is doing business as RODRIGUEZ WINDOW CLEANING at 1155 Marin St, Seaside, CA 93955. Rodriguez Window Cleaning, Inc., PO Box 415, Monterey, CA 93940. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 11, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 01, 2026. Signed Carlos G. Rodriguez, President. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20261025. The following person is doing business as MAGALY GUZMAN FAMILY DAYCARE at 14209 Overpass Rd, Royal Oaks, CA 95076. Magaly Xiomara Guzman Granados, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 11, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Magaly Xiomara Guzman Granados. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260990. The following person is doing business as K & K SHINE AND CLEAN SERVICE at 37145 Nason Rd Apt B, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. Maria Karina Martinez, 820 Park Rd #559, Salinas, CA 93901. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 06, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Maria Martinez. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260791. The following person is doing business as NOAH ENVIOS at 650 E Laurel Dr, Salinas, CA 93906. Brisenos’s General Services, 1624 Marshfield Ct, Salinas, CA 93906. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 10, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr. 11, 2017. Signed Patricia Cervantes Briseno, Managing Member. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260899. The following person is doing business as TEXTURED HAIR CARE ACADEMY at 1280 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955. 4HOBBS LLC, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 23, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr. 01, 2026. Signed Imanyi Hobbs, Manager. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260957. The following person is doing business as SAMU’S DAYCARE at 5100 Coe Ave Spc 96, Seaside, CA 93955. Suleyda Carvajal Vargas, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 30, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr. 30, 2026. Signed Suleyda Carvajal Vargas. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260963. The following person is doing business as TEQUILA ALDERETE at 449 Harrison Road, Salinas, CA 93907. C and A Produce Distributors, Inc., PO Box 3920, Salinas, CA 93912. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 01, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Nov. 23, 2010. Signed Ronnie Alderete, Secretary. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260973. The following person is doing business as EL ROI ROOFING at 386 Zinfandel Way, Salinas, CA 93906. Rogelio Perez Mendez, PO Box 4161, Salinas, CA 93912. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 04, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Rogelio Perez Mendez. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260941. The following person is doing business as MONTEREY BAY HEARING SOLUTIONS at 880 Cass St Ste 101, Monterey, CA 93940. RFJade, Inc, 602 Sage Ct, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 29, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Robert Felthoven, President. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260968. The following person is doing business as DCOLORES PAINTWORKS at 1180 Sonoma Ave Apt B, Seaside, CA 93955. Dcolores Paintworks, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May 01, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Oct. 07, 2025. Signed Alex Bautista Diaz, President. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260953. The following person is doing business as SANCTUARY STAINLESS at 8162 Moss Landing Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039. David and Gaely Jablonski, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Apr. 30, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb. 02, 1992. Signed Gaely Jablonski. This business is conducted by a married couple. Publication dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260959. The following person is doing business as LOOK 30 SENIORS at 445 Casa Verde Way Unit 2, Monterey, CA 93940. Kay Paca, same address. This statement
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