KRISTINA SEWELL

Baton twirling is a timeless talent that still carries much appeal. Through Oct.17, come to the Buellton Veterans Hall to learn a variety of baton twirling techniques, including twisting, tossing, and spinning. The cost is $56 and includes a baton for keep, or $44 if you have your own baton. A baton is required to […]

Mountain bike enthusiasts ages 11 to 14 are invited to come check out the best local course for mountain bikers. Riders will embark on the Buellton Recreation mountain bike trip to the dirt club. The ride will take place Oct. 10 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The cost is $5 and mountain bikes will be […]

On Saturday, Oct. 12, the Guadalupe Dunes Center will be host to a free hike around the Oceano Lagoon. Hikers, with the help of an informed docent, will have the opportunity to learn about the flora and the fauna of the lagoon during this 1.5-mile hike. Binoculars are recommended. Meet at the nature center near […]

The Righetti High School football team had a busy week last week, preparing for its game against the Knights and performing some vital community outreach. According to a press release from the Santa Maria Joint Union district office, 30 players from Righetti spent time with the students of Ralph Dunlap Elementary School. Kelley DeBernardi, director […]

Oct. 11 from noon to 5 p.m. marks the seventh annual Coreopsis Golf Tournament at the Monarch Dunes Golf Course. The event supports the much-needed educational programming that benefits 6,000 students annually. A reception will follow the event. Contact the Guadalupe Dunes Center at for more information.

The Point Sal trail, one of the oldest trails on the Central Coast, offers adventure and unparalleled views of the beautiful coastline. On Oct. 5, the Guadalupe Dunes Center will be host to a three-mile hike to the Point Sal overlook. Accompanied by a docent, hikers will learn information on the local habitat, flora, and […]

Nearly 200 gifted Special Olympics athletes will be competing at the annual fall games on Oct. 12. Athletes of all ages will compete from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hagerman Sports Complex at 3300 Skyway Drive in Santa Maria.

Through Nov. 28, the Buellton Veterans Hall will be offering a series of adult dance classes. For $70 a person through Oct. 24, dancers can learn the techniques of ballroom as well as east and west coast swing dance. Experienced dance teacher, Dawn Ramallo-Wilson, will teach the course.

Enjoy the excitement of collegiate volleyball Oct. 3 as the Gauchos take on the Thunderbolts at the UCSB versus Pepperdine volleyball game. The game starts at 5:30 p.m. and admission is $15. The price includes transportation and admission. Families are welcome to attend.

Baton twirling is a timeless talent that still carries much appeal. From Sept. 26 to Oct.17, join the Buellton Veterans Hall and learn a variety of baton twirling techniques, including twisting, tossing, and spinning. The cost is $56 and includes a baton for keep, or $44 if you have your own baton. A baton is […]

Mountain bike enthusiasts ages 11 to 14 are invited to come check out the best local course for mountain bikers. Riders will embark on the Buellton Recreation mountain bike trip to the dirt club. The ride will take place Oct. 10 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The cost is $5 and mountain bikes will be […]