The Lompoc Valley Art Association presents Watercolor Creations, an exhibition of works by local artist Claudette Carlton, at Cypress Gallery through July 28. Carlton will attend an art reception, open to the public, to celebrate the solo exhibit on Saturday, July 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. Some of Carlton’s works include landscapes, florals, folk […]
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Solvang debates allocating extra discretionary grant funds
A proposed increase of grant funds in Solvang’s 2024-26 budget stirred up enough backlash to delay its inclusion, but the matter will resurface as a separate resolution in August for further review. Reaction to the amendment—which suggested allocating an extra $125,000 for grant funding—was mixed among the public and elected officials during the Solvang City […]
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California Hot Dogs expands with new drive-through destination
California, here we come For more info on California Hot Dogs, call (805) 998-0265 or visit the eatery’s Facebook page. The brand’s new drive-through is located at 1311 Nicholson Ave., Santa Maria. Fans of Avila Beach’s famed food cart, California Hot Dogs, now have a place to get their frankfurter fix without having to step […]
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Buellton’s 2024 election will ask voters to consider urban growth boundary
A measure to help straighten the path to potentially expanding Buellton’s city limits will be on residents’ ballots in November. During its June 13 meeting, the Buellton City Council agreed to pose a question to city voters: Should the city’s general plan be amended to expand the area within Buellton’s urban growth boundary (UGB) by […]
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Sellers of cookware, cookbooks, and more set up shop at 11 local wineries
Trail blazing For more info on Makers Market Crawl’s participating wineries located along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, visit foxencanyonwinetrail.net. The Makers Market Crawl will include festivities at 11 featured wineries between Los Olivos and Santa Maria on Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21. Built to last generations, some skillets and pans available at […]
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Solvang Theaterfest announces new executive director and assistant director
Chantel Green—who has served as assistant director and director of development under Solvang Theaterfest’s retiring Executive Director Scott Coe—recently took the reins as the local nonprofit’s new executive director. Solvang Theaterfest also announced the appointment of Ashley Esdaile as its new assistant director. For the past year, Esdaile (pictured, right) served as the organization’s executive […]
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Oceano Community Services District holds local Repair Café program
With a focus on waste prevention and saving repairable items from ending up in a landfill, Five Cities Repair Café is a group of savvy volunteers who regularly host free community events, including its next program at the Oceano Community Services District (OCSD) on Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Attendees of the […]
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Hit Man is a solid hit
Hit Man What’s it rated? R What’s it worth, Caleb? Full price What’s it worth, Bulbul? Full price Where’s it showing? Netflix Inspired by a true story, co-writer/director Richard Linklater’s Hit Man follows Gary Johnson (Glen Powell), a college professor by day and undercover mole for the New Orleans police by night. Disguised as a […]
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Thinly sliced tri-tip is the star of Oakie Smokie BBQ’s cheesesteaks, nachos, and quesadillas
Summer grubbing For updates on Oakie Smokie BBQ’s summer pop-up series and what kinds of menu offerings patrons can expect each Friday, call (805) 332-7226 or follow the Santa Maria-based company’s Facebook page. Thanks to his locally inspired spin on a traditional cheesesteak sandwich, Santa Maria chef Jesse Carlon’s tribute to the Philadelphia staple is […]
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Solvang adopts joint powers agreement to regulate eastern groundwater basin
A contract to bridge four agencies in managing the Santa Ynez River Valley Groundwater Basin’s east sector is one step closer to sign-offs after two years of negotiations. During its June 10 meeting, the Solvang City Council reviewed a proposed arrangement between the city, the Santa Barbara County Water Agency, the Santa Ynez River Water […]
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Elverhoj Museum hosts intimate dialogue and demo with five artists
Get a closer look Call (805) 686-1211 visit elverhoj.org for more info on Under the Same Sun, a group exhibition of contemporary artworks from five participating artists, on display at the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art in Solvang through July 7. The museum is located at 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang. With an upcoming artist […]
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Oceano Depot Association holds book signing and artifact display
Local historian James D. Cain will sign copies of his book, Ella Young Remembered, during a special event, hosted by the Oceano Depot Association, at the Oceano Train Depot on Saturday, June 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. During his time as a school teacher in Santa Maria, Cain became interested in Young—a famous […]
