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August 2 - August 9

Clubs and Meetings

DEBTORS ANONYMOUS
(6 p.m.)

is a 12-step program for people whose debts or spending problems are causing troubles in their lives or the lives of others. It meets every Thursday (except holidays) at

Phone: 927-1018

St. Barnabus Episcopal Church Library
301 Trinity Ave.
Arroyo Grande

Kids and Family

THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
August 3 (3 to 4:30 p.m.)

presents a "Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament" for junior high and high school kids Aug. 3 from

Santa Maria Public Library
dhildinger@ci.santa-maria.ca.us
Phone: 925-0951, Ext. 117
http://ci.santa-maria.ca.us

Santa Maria Public Library
421 S. McClelland
Santa Maria

Special Events

"WAG, WALK, AND ROLL"
"WAG, WALK, AND ROLL"
August 4 (9:15 a.m.)

is to help bring home Hunter’s Autism Service Dog. The family is working with Good Dog! Autism Companions, a non profit organization dedicated to helping families affected by autism obtain a specifically trained service dog for their child with autism. The family hopes to raise $10,000 for their 3 year old son’s specially trained dog. The event will feature a Doggy Costume Contest, on-site grooming by Le Paws Mobile Pet Groomers, and pledge opportunities to earn shirts, hats, and a professional doggy portrait on Aug. 4 at

Tamara
sonrisehunter@yahoo.com
Phone: 763-8768
http://gooddogautismcompanions.org

River Park
Lompoc 93436

Cost: $25 suggested donation to talk

FLYING GOAT CELLARS
August 4 (12:30 to 3:30 p.m.)

presents winemaker Norm Yost delivering a sneek preview of his 2011 Pinot Noir including a barrel tastings, pizza by Full of Life Flatbread, and dessert on Aug. 4 from

Flying Goat Cellars
info@flyinggoatcellars.com
Phone: 736-9032
http://flyinggoatcellars.com

Flying Goat Cellars
1520 East Chestnut Court
Lompoc

Cost: $40

STOLPMAN DINNER IN THE VINEYARD
STOLPMAN DINNER IN THE VINEYARD
August 4 (4 p.m.)

features live music by Bo Dugger, hay bale vineyard tours, appetizers, and dinner on Aug. 4 at

Phone: 688-0400
http://stolpmanvineyards.com/events

Stolpman Vineyard
Ballard Canyon Road
Solvang 93463

Cost: $95

THE FRIENDS OF THE NIPOMO LIBRARY
August 4 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.)

present their "Friends Fair" featuring jewelry, arts, crafts, books, local authors, BBQ burgers, and baked goods on Aug. 4 from

porter864@att.net
Phone: 929-1014

Nipomo Library
918 W. Tefft St.
Nipomo , CA

THE FRIENDS OF THE NIPOMO LIBRARY
August 4 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.)

present their "Friends Fair" featuring jewelry, arts, crafts, books, local authors, BBQ burgers, and baked goods on Aug. 4 from

porter864@att.net
Phone: 929-1014

Nipomo Library
918 W. Tefft St.
Nipomo , CA

KMW KNIFE DEFENSE SEMINAR
Seize this amazing opportunity and spread the word!
KMW KNIFE DEFENSE SEMINAR
Worth The Drive
August 4 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

showcasing Krav Maga Worldwide Instructor Kelly Campbell presenting a KMW Knife Defense Seminar featuring defenses and counter-tactics to knife attacks on Aug. 4 from

Eric Sandahl
admin@thebudoryu.com
Phone: 544-8008
http://budoryu.com

Budo Ryu
3566 S. Higuera St.
SLO 93401

Cost: $80 pre-sale, $100 day-of

SALUTE TO EISENHOWER: THE MAN & THE BBQ
President Eisenhower: accomplished barbecuer
SALUTE TO EISENHOWER: THE MAN & THE BBQ
Worth The Drive
August 4 (6 p.m.)

is a special evening honoring our 34th President, Dwight D. Eisenhower featuring an historical presentation by Jim Newton, author of the recently published “Eisenhower: The White House Years” Eisenhower was also an accomplished barbecuer and cook. Along with the talk will be a Presidential Dinner featuring Eisenhower family recipes and Bedford wine on Aug. 4 at

Helen Daniels
tastingroom@bedfordwinery.com
Phone: 344-2107
http://bedfordwinery.com/?page_id=9

Bedford Winery Tasting Room & Courtyard
448 Bell St.
Los Alamos 93440

Cost: $40

Kids and Family

THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
August 4 (4 p.m.)

presents former Nipomo resident Barbara J. Moritsch talking on her book "The Soul of Yosemite: Finding, Defending, and Saving the Valley's Sacred Wild Nature" on Aug. 4 at

rnarez@ci.santa-maria.ca.us
Phone: 925-0951, Ext. 317

Santa Maria Public Library
421 S. McClelland St.
Santa Maria

Health

SANTA MARIA RHEUMATIC DISEASE GROUP SUMMER MEETINGS
Ongoing
August 4 (Call for times)

includes information on many rheumatic diseases including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, Sjogren's syndrome, scleroderma, more. We are having group meetings this summer and also have an online group! For the current information about meeting times and places, contact Pam. There will be meetings in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria.

Pam
sbrheumies@gmail.com
Phone: 448-9420

Cost: None

Barbecues

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
August 4 (6 p.m.)

presents a "Free Men's BBQ," with guest speaker, former Olympic wrestler Jim Hazewinkel. Please call for reservations. The event is Aug. 4 at

Lynne Blevins
secretary@fbcsantamaria.com
Phone: 937-8405
http://fbcsantamaria.com

First Baptist Church
2970 Santa Maria Way
Santa Maria 93455

Cost: Free

Special Events

ADDAMO TASTING ROOM AND BISTRO
August 6 (5:30 to 9 p.m.)

is proud to be hosting a Fundraiser Dinner and Wine Pairing featuring a four course gourmet dinner with each course paired with a different wine. A portion of the proceeds for the night will be donated to Kelly Murphy, a local women recently diagnosed with cervical cancer. Raffles and a 50-50 drawing will be held. The event is Aug. 6 from

Bethany Pinzon
bethany@addamotastingroom.com
Phone: 937-6400

Addamo Tasting Room and Bistro
400 E. Clark Ave.
Orcutt 93455

Cost: $75

Special Events

LIA SOPHIA JEWELRY FASHION SHOW
August 7 (6:30 p.m.)

is a "Client Appreciation Happy Hour" featuring a live fashion show, cash wine bar, mixed desserts, free jewelry raffles, and an opportunity to preview the new Fall/Winter 2012 collection on Aug. 7 at

Michelle Johnson
MissMichelleJohnson@gmail.com
Phone: (323) 333-4038
http://liasophia.com/missmj

Santa Maria Inn
801 S. Broadway
Santa Maria 93454

Cost: Free

Clubs and Meetings

SANTA MARIA TOASTMASTERS
August 7 (7 to 8:30 p.m.)

presents a regular meeting Aug. 7 from

susanlynettefriesen@gmail
Phone: 714-2037

Bethany Lutheran Church
624 E. Camino Colegio
Santa Maria , CA

Learning

THE BANK OF SANTA BARBARA
Worth The Drive
August 9 (3 to 6 p.m.)

sponsors the "2012 Legislative Summit" organized by the Goleta Valley Chamber of Commerce. The event will feature speakers Ed Easton, Helene Schneider, Janet Wolf, Das Williams, John Chiang, and Lois Capps on Aug. 9 from

Phone: 730-7860
http://bankofsantabarbara.com

Bacara Resort and Spa
8301 Hollister Ave.
Goleta , CA