Local history series hosts Dawn Goodman

Heart of the Valley, a monthly local history series presented by the Santa Maria Public Library in partnership with local historian Shirley Contreras, hosts its next event on Saturday, April 20, at 10:15 a.m. This month’s guest speaker is Dawn Goodman, who will be speaking about the life of her father, Donald Goodman, a member of Allan Hancock College’s first graduating class in 1930.

The series is designed to present the public with interesting facts from the past that have helped shape Santa Maria and other local areas. Suggestions for possible speakers are always welcome at (805) 925-0994, Ext. 8562.

The event takes place on the third Saturday of each month in the library’s Shepard Hall. Seating is limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. Admission is free.

The library is located at 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

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