Since its founding in 2006, Angels Foster Care has been improving the way foster care is delivered to children in Santa Barbara County and is thrilled to announce that their exceptional program of care has placed their 200th baby in an Angels foster home. It was late on a recent Thursday afternoon and Jennifer, an […]
KELLY WHITE O'NEILL
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A year of discovery at the Discovery Museum
As 2011 winds down and we gear up for the year ahead, the Discovery Museum wants to celebrate its accomplishments in 2011 and thank the community for your enthusiasm and support of the opportunities we bring to children and families every day. We started the year by responding to the needs and requests of families […]
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Play is very important work!
It’s a wonderful image to think of groups of children on a playground or in the backyard laughing and playing. You probably have great memories of your own childhood, with groups of friends or siblings playing dolls, riding bikes, making up games. The learning that happens when children play is some of the most important […]
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Book it to the museum!
Celebrity guests, like Santa Maria City Councilwoman Alice Patino, have shared stories as a part of the Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum’s new Tuesday Tales program. The Discovery Museum just launched one more free weekly program, adding to its already robust series of hands-on program for kids and families: “Tuesday Tales.” We are excited to […]
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Celebrate Kite Month
As we all know, the Santa Maria Valley is a fabulous place to live, work and raise a family. This beautiful valley abounds with nature and easy living, and our gorgeous weather makes outdoor activities a major part of our daily lives. One of the great (or not, depending on your point of view) natural […]