A reader sends a halo to The Food Liaison for providing a great meal for the less fortunate in our great community. “The Food Liaison has been a regular for our lunches for several years.”

A reader sends a halo to Sawaske Landscaping for taking such good care of Kinderkirk.

A reader sends a halo to Mr. Chendo with the city of Carpinteria’s Public Works Department for running the street sweeper in front of the reader’s house to clean up the street curb area filled with storm debris remnants.

A reader sends a halo to Jena at the library. “Baby meetup is the highlight of my son’s week and Jena always puts on a great program for the little ones in town!”

A reader sends a halo to Steve and Beto at Rosebro Garage for always helping the reader with their cars and always being so honest, “especially after my husband passed away 17 years ago and I had to do everything myself. I am so grateful for them. Thank you so much.”

A reader sends a halo to Carmen at Albertsons for cheerfully and professionally helping a customer with a digital coupon. “Carmen made sure that I got the deal I came in for.”

A reader sends a halo to teachers who aren’t immoral. “Way to go!” 

A reader sends a halo and kudos to the Cate School students who performed at The Alcazar Theatre last weekend. “It was fantastic with young talented, poised and inspired young people!”

A reader sends a halo to SCE for restoring power in a timely manner after the damaged power pole was reported at the CA-192 intersection of Foothill Road and Linden Aveue.

A reader sends a halo to Jill’s friend the handyman for fixing bookstore shelves. “Beautiful work!” 

A reader sends a halo to Todd from American Supreme Gas Station on Carpinteria Avenue. “He always greets costumers with kindness and a smile.”

A reader sends a halo to all attendees the ARB meeting Thursday night who protested the 99-room hotel development “designed to destroy Carpinteria.” 

A reader sends a halo to Jessica at Roxanne’s for her amazing knitting skills. “My favorite sweater had a tear, and she was able to perform emergency surgery and fix it to be just like new!”

A reader sends a halo to the angels at the post office, Donnette and Sherina. “They helped us out by going above and beyond and are always cheerful and helpful in a stressful job.” 

A reader sends a halo to Velma in the bakery section of Albertson’s. “She always helps me get my favorite brownies from the back when they are out of stock on the shelf. Your sweet smile and helpful attitude makes my day!” 

A reader sends a halo to the city of Carpinteria’s Public Works Department. “I reported a pothole on the Carpinteria mobile app, and about 24 hours later it had been filled. Thank you!” 

A reader sends a halo to Tamara DeMatteo and the staff of The Garden Market on Santa Claus Lane. “We held a baby shower for our daughter and son-in-law. Everything was perfect! Great outdoor patio setting, delicious food and outstanding service! Thanks for making this event so special for ou…

A reader sends a halo to Carlos Alvarado for helping a woman push her basket across the bridge on Linden. “Carlos just jumped right in to help her out, and it absolutely made her day. Thank you!”

A reader sends a halo to Amber who helped the reader locate her lost keys after the Holiday Spirit Parade. “She rode her bike two blocks and back to retrieve the keys. Such goodness!”

A reader sends a halo to the group of girls who enthusiastically sang Christmas carols at their door on Saturday. “You all were such a wonderful blessing!” 

A reader sends a halo to Grammie Allen for the “yummy Thanksgiving spread finished off with her handmade chocolate pie.” 

A reader sends a halo to Girls Inc. of Carpinteria for providing a delicious Thanksgiving dinner for 250 community members, catered by Carp Kitchen. “The event also included over 100 raffle items and prizes to support families through the holiday season.”

A reader sends a halo to the people in our community who put out fresh water for the wild birds year-round. 

A reader sends a halo to Chris Wehling, who volunteers at the library two days each month helping anyone with computer and smartphone problems and questions.

A reader sends a halo to Jody Thomas, Holden and the rest of the Carpinteria Library staff for their assistance in holding a proctored testing session for Mensa, the first since the pandemic shutdown. 

A reader sends a halo to those in town who contributed to Coastal View News and became Sustaining Members. “This local small-town newspaper is a true gem for everyone and worth every penny of support we can give.” 

A reader sends a halo to Rhonda and the technician at Carpinteria Valley Water District’s “Eye On Water” for patiently helping the reader locate a leak after the reader received an email alert. “We are very grateful that they went the extra mile.” 

A reader sends a halo to the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center for its continued community involvement, and for providing a wonderful courtyard for such activities. “They are wonderful to work with and we applaud all the people working to create a happy place. Thank you so much.”

A reader sends a halo to longtime resident Jack Oren of La Conchita Beach for repairing the beach bench. “Jack, you’re a cool dude!” 

A reader sends a halo to their neighbor Diane “for being the reader’s chauffeur.” 

A reader sends a halo to their neighbor Curtis. “Thank you for saving me twice! You are the best!” 

A reader sends a halo to the woman at Carpinteria Bluffs who followed the reader down the trail and delivered the car keys the reader’s husband had dropped. 

A reader sends a halo to Gary and Danielle, new residents of Concha Loma, who found and caught the lost orange tabby cat Tazmania. “’Tazzy’, frightened from fireworks, ran off two months prior from their loving owner, Linda, while she was vacationing here from Michigan. Thank you for helping…

A reader sends a halo to the Alcazar Theatre and all of its volunteers and sponsors for supporting C-DOG’s presentation of the hit film “Best in Show” on National Dog Day. “And special thanks to all of those attending, including special guest Das Williams, who supports C-DOG’s mission.”

A reader sends a halo to travelers who share their wonderful journeys in CVN’s On the Road section. “I look forward to seeing who has gone where and what special experiences they’ve had.”

A reader sends a halo to Joshua Zaragoza Wazny for running a delicious brunch at Giovanni’s on Sunday morning. “Can’t wait to come back, chef!” 

A reader sends a halo to Charles and his pickleball family and neighbors who helped the reader get out of a dress/bike predicament. “(I) so appreciate their help and support!”

A reader sends a halo to Bernardo and Robert at A New Edge Dog Salon. “They must be dog whisperers! We go once a week, and my dog can hardly wait to get in the door.”

A reader sends a halo to Mary Beth at Albertsons. “Mary Beth is so kind and always goes above and beyond her duties at Albertsons Floral. Thank you for great customer service.”

A reader sends a halo to the lady that helped her after the reader fell on the sidewalk near Reynaldo’s Bakery. “She got me water and made sure I was OK. Thank you!”

A reader sends a halo to Brian, for dedicating so much time and energy to get the train up and running for the Fourth of July. “He made a lot of kids (and adults) happy and was the hit of the party!”

A reader sends a halo to the city’s dedicated librarians, who joined in on the Fourth of July Parade. 

A reader sends a halo to the Senior Prom organizers. “The Senior Prom was great. Luci Rogers and her committee did a wonderful event. Some seniors were saying they never went to a prom before. It was so much fun. Planning on making it an annual event?” 

A reader sends a halo to Jr. Lifeguards instructors Amber, Paige and Jordan “for keeping an eye (out) and taking photos of the thieves stealing my daughters e-bike!”

A reader sends a halo to June and Mary from Carpinteria Wine Co. for help with gift cards and “Seven Daughters.” 

A reader sends a halo to Angelica Ornelas “for the amazing work she does at the Carpinteria Children’s Project. Besides working tirelessly to support families in the Carpinteria Community, she has done tremendous work organizing food bank distributions for the community through the pandemic …

A reader sends a halo to Greg Venable for saving the day and BBQing burgers and hot dogs at the little league games on Tuesday evening. “Greg stepped up the BBQ and knocked it outta the park with those burgers! Nice buns too!”

A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria Community Library. “I’d like to express my gratitude for their efficiency when comes to providing rare books. I requested a book that wasn’t available in their database. They purchased it and followed up until I received it. ”

A reader sends a halo to Vincente, Candi and Susan for planting the new trees on Franklin Trail. “We love watching them grow on our hikes. Our community is lucky to have you and the other volunteers maintaining this beautiful trail.” 

A reader sends a halo Yamneli at Nutbelly for the wonderful pizzas for Kinderkirk’s teacher appreciation.