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Saturday, May 18, 2013 Volume: 14, Issue: 10
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Santa Maria Sun / Calendar EventsNovember 10 - November 17Recreation
LAUGHTER YOGA
Ongoing (10 a.m.) is a forced laughter and breathing stress relief class with certified Laughter Yoga leader Bill Alarid that meets Fridays at
Phone: 937-9750
Luis Oasis Senior Center Health
LAUGHTER YOGA
(10:45 a.m.) is an aerobic excercise that can be done without strain by all body types including people in wheelchairs. It can be done in anything from suits to shorts. Laughter yoga meets Thursdays at
William Alarid
Mussell Senior Center Cost: Free Farmers Markets
GROWING GROUNDS FARM
(noon to dusk) sells vegetables and flowers grown at the farm Thursdays from
Growing Grounds Farm
Growing Grounds Farm
LOMPOC
(1:30 p.m. to dusk) features food, entertainment, and activities for the whole family Fridays from
Phone: 305-9829
Lompoc Farmers Market 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 Special Events
November 10 (6 to 9 p.m.) is a new event that is set to benefit and showcase the best culinary treats of Nipomo including Adelina’s, Rosie’s, Black Lake, The Rock, Tahlia’s, Rancho Nipomo, Dorados, and more. The event is a fundraiser for Nipomo High School and the Santa Maria YMCA featuring local restaurants being paired with wineries, a silent auction, a Lucky Board raffle, music, camaraderie, and fun on Nov. 10 from
Teri Bayus
Casa De Penaflor Cost: $25
Worth The Drive November 10 (10 a.m.) by the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County is an orientation on "How to Become a Member of the 2013 Master Gardener Trainee Class" The orientation will be followed by a Q&A session with current SB County Master Gardeners on Nov. 10 at
Fiona Brennan
UCCE Offices Cost: Free Concerts
November 10 (8 p.m.) presents Israeli pianist Rina Dokshitsky in a performance of Mozart’s sunny and cheerful Piano Concerto No.23 in A Major. Also on the program will be Richard Wagner’s lyrical Siegfried Idyll, written as a love poem for his wife upon the birth of their son, and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No.4, also known as his “Italian” Symphony, inspired by the composer’s visit to Italy in 1830. The concert is on Nov. 10 at
SLO Symphony
Christopher Cohan Center Cost: $20 to $75
THE CLARK CENTER
Worth The Drive November 10 (8 p.m.) presents the vocal ensemble VoicePlay in concert on Nov. 10 at
Clark Center Box Office
Clark Center for the Performing Arts Cost: $30 to $38 Kids and Family
ST. MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL
November 10 (6 p.m.) presents its second annual "All You Can East Surf and Turf Celebration" on Nov. 10 at
stmarysm@sbceo.org
St. Mary of the Assumption School and Preschool Cost: $50
Worth The Drive November 10 (1 to 3:30 p.m.) teaches kids and parents to cook a healthy feast harvested straight from the garden. Kids do all the cooking and the whole family learns about cooking healthy delicious food for kids in 2nd through 6th grades and guardians of all ages on Nov. 10 from
Lindsey Collinsworth
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Cost: $25 for child and guardian, $5 per additional person Learning
November 10 (9 a.m.) will teach how to create the photography you want by taking your camera out of AUTO mode! Starts off with a 1 hour in-classroom lecture which will specifically cover the manual modes of your digital camera followed by a photo field trip (walking 1/2 mile) to practice these camera settings. You will receive a brochure and a laminated cheat sheet card that will help you remember what was covered in class. The class meet Nov. 10 at
Adam Paine
Holiday Inn Cost: $89
November 10 (2 p.m.) teaches the fundamental Yoga poses to provide a solid foundation for starting a Yoga practice. The class also teaches proper alignment and most importantly how to practice safely. You will practice variations of all the poses with different props so that you may work at your own personal level. The workshop meets Nov. 10 at
Vicki Forman
Yoga for Mankind Studio Cost: $25
NATURAL HOLIDAY DECOR
Worth The Drive November 10 (1 to 3 p.m.) at the SLO Botanical Garden teaches how to create holiday decorations using easily found natural materials. Create a classic wreath using only a wire coat hanger and coated floral wire. Or attend a fun and inspiring workshop to “green” your holiday décor. Participants should bring coated floral wire, coat hangers, and plant clippers on Nov. 10 from
Lindsey Collinsworth
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Cost: $10, $5 for members Clubs and Meetings
November 10 (10 a.m.) Do you have a Revolutionary War patriot in your family tree? Consider membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution, a volunteer women's service organization that honors and preserves the legacy of our Patriot ancestors. Any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal descent from a Patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership. The Captain Henry Sweetser Chapter meets in Santa Maria on the second Saturday of the month, Sept. through June.
Tami Wilkening
various locations Concerts
THE SANTA MARIA PHILHARMONIC
November 11 (3 p.m.) presents its "Rendezvous House Concert Series" presented quarterly. The second concert of the season features a concert by the Favoloso Quartetto on Nov. 11 at
Phone: 928-0412
Lake Marie Estate Club House Cost: $50, reservations required
GLEEFUL 2 SOUND OUT
Worth The Drive November 11 (2 p.m.) features local wines and refreshments and a musical cavalcade featuring the charismatic Rudolf Budginas and Band, vocal jazz sensations Vocalogy, Cuesta’s own Chamber Singers, and the vocal ensemble SinNombrE. The event is a benefit for the Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center where a new generation of musicians, singers, and actors are finding their muse on Nov. 11 at
Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center Cost: $20, $10 seniors or students Stage
FRIENDS OF TAMI TURNER
November 11 (7:30 p.m.) presents a benefit for Tami Turner titled "Montana Tales and Other Bad Ass Business" with actor Troy Evans on Nov. 11 at
jamie-baker@sbcglobal.net
Maverick Saloon Spiritual
November 12 (6 p.m.) is an ongoing circle of individuals desiring to develop and expand our personal relationship with our angels for divine guidance. Meets Mondays at
Julie Jensen
Unity Chapel of Light Concerts
PI
Worth The Drive November 13 (7 p.m.) performs a live concert of acoustic music on Nov. 13 at
Phone: 439-2060
Kreuzberg Cost: Free Special Events
SMVHS KLONDIKE PIZZA FUNDRAISER
November 14 (5 to 8 p.m.) by The Santa Maria Valley Humane Society invites you to help raise funds for homeless animals on Nov. 14 from
Jill Tucker
Klondike Pizza
Worth The Drive November 14 (10:30 a.m.) is a fundraiser that directly impacts extremely low-income children and families at St. Vincent’s Early Childhood Education Center. This fully licensed facility offers quality, affordable childcare to infants through preschoolers of working parents in the community. Hosted by Claudia Lash and Pat Lupo, the annual event features a fashion show sponsored by Chico’s, a profile of success presentation, silent auction, raffle, and door prizes generously donated by local businesses and individuals on Nov. 14 at
Tessa Flanagan
Biphop Garcia Diego High School Cost: $45 Special Events
UCSB MULTICULTURAL CENTER
Worth The Drive November 15 (6 p.m.) presents a film screening of "China Heavyweight" on Nov. 15 at
UCSB MultiCultural Center
UCSB MultiCultural Center Learning
THE LUIS OASIS SENIOR CENTER
November 15 (1 to 3 p.m.) presents a free presentation about Alzheimer's on Nov. 15 from
information@oasisorcutt.org
Luis Oasis Senior Center Clubs and Meetings
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS
November 15 (7 to 9 p.m.) California Central Coast Intergroup presents an "Attitude of Gratitude" meeting before the holidays on Nov. 15 from
Phone: 714-3742
Rancho Del Arroyo Mobile Home Park Clubhouse Special Events
THE C GALLERY
November 16 (6 to 9 p.m.) presents a gift-shopping event of "Silpada Sterling Silver Jewelry" on Nov. 16 from
connie@thecgallery.com
The C Gallery
THE SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART
Worth The Drive November 16 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.) presents "Drinking with the Moon" featuring wine sampling, poetry reading, brush painting demonstration, authentic food, music, and dance on Nov. 16 from
kcarl@sbma.net
Santa Barbara Museum of Art Special Events
THE TURKEY TROT FUN RUN
November 17 (8:30 a.m.) will feature a 5K run for teens and adults and shorter races for younger kids Nov. 17 with check in at
rnarez@ci.santa-maria.ca.us
Hagerman Sports Complex Cost: $25
Worth The Drive November 17 (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.) features dancers from all over California who will gather to display their own style of dance. Most of the performers will be doing American Tribal Style Belly dance, Turkish or Middle Eastern Belly dance, Modern Fusion dance with music ranging from middle eastern Drums, to Gypsy music, to modern Rock and Roll, or Hip Hop Beat Music. There event is Nov. 17 from
Roger Hendrix
Veteran's Memorial Building Cost: $10 for day show, $15 for night show Concerts
CAL POLY
Worth The Drive November 17 (8 p.m.) presents bandfest featuring more than 275 students performing for the show "The Year of the Dragon" on Nov. 17 at
Michele Abba
Christopher Cohan Center Cost: $12 to $14 Kids and Family
Worth The Drive November 17 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) will feature your favorite brands of toys, winter wear, and holiday apparel for children ages infant to 12 at highly discounted prices on Nov. 17 from
Michelle
Grace Church Cost: Free
UPPER HAND TO COLLEGE
Worth The Drive November 17 (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) hosts a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math conference for girls in grades 6 through 12 featuring keynote speaker Dr. Anita Sengupta of NASA on Nov. 17 from
Phone: 984-2656
UCSB Cost: $25, $20 for students Learning
THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN
November 17 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) presents its November program "Learning English at Work" with Beth Wonson on Nov. 17 from
lynda.and.jim@comcast.net
Merrill Gardens Cost: $18 includes lunch
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING AND ADVANCED STUDIES
November 17 (10 to 11:15 a.m.) meets for an informational meeting precluding the event, which starts in January of 2013. Teacher Trainer Mary Kay West provides information as well as a free "Alignment in Flow" class on Nov. 17 from
Nicole Donati
Treetop Yoga Cost: Free |
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