Spelling Bee will join PCPA’s lineup The secret is out. PCPA’s mystery show of its 45th anniversary season has been revealed. Due to contractual limitations, the conservatory couldn’t announce the title of this Tony-Award winning play until December. Now it can proclaim: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will play at PCPA June 19 […]
Music, Arts & Culture
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An Orcutt barber wins a WAVE Award for his community access show
To some locals, Don Tinsley is simply the owner of Old Orcutt Barbers. He’s a man who smiles quickly and snips even more quickly. Those who know him well, however, also know that he’s a spirited sort with a drive to accomplish his dreams. His aspirations have led him to become a business owner, raise […]
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Arts Briefs
PCPA to auction Model T seen in Ragtime! Own a piece of PCPA. The beautifully restored and fully functioning 1915 Model T featured in PCPA’s production of Ragtime! will be auctioned off this month. Bidding opens at 8 a.m. on Dec. 12 and closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 17. The successful bid will be […]
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Be proud
Survivors share one voice in the latest Allan Hancock College exhibit
The spirit can handle some amazing tests of emotional strength, and even triumph over what the flesh can’t handle, but it’s the flesh that sometimes bears the scars. With that truth in mind, a group of artists chose to create an exhibition that gives a voice to survivors of all kinds: Indomitable Spirits II: Proud […]
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Catch the spirit
The Melodrama’s Holiday Extravaganza is one Dickens of a show
Charles Dickens’ story, A Christmas Carol, was first published in England on Dec. 19, 1843. Yet its powerful message of the meaning not only of Christmas, but of compassion for one’s fellow human beings, still rings true today. The origin of this timeless story is also pertinent now, in the face of a horrific economic […]
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Get on the pole
The Dance Studio brings pole dancing classes to Santa Maria area
I many countries, it’s linked to stripping and erotic dancing. In the United Kingdom, it’s considered a sport. In Montreal, the world-renowned dance troupe Cirque du Soleil recently added it to its tantalizing lineup. Now pole dancing has made its way to Santa Maria. Here, it’s an exercise class at The Dance Studio. For […]
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Athlete of the Week
Nick Leyden has been playing football for Pioneer Valley since his freshman year, and everything points to him having a great college career, too. He’s already seen inquiries from Oregon and Fresno State and hopes to play “anywhere [he] can get a scholarship” The 17-year-old, 245-pound Leyden plays linebacker, along with tight end and “some […]
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Have happy holidays on the diamond
The Allan Hancock College coaching staff wants to help young baseball players improve their skills this winter. So does former major league pitcher Bryn Smith. And Santa Maria Valley Packers Head Coach Scott Nickason. And Tom Beyers, the current minor league manager with the Chicago Cubs. Oh, and assorted current Hancock players, too. They’re all […]
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CLUBS & MEETINGS
4-H welcomes anyone interested in the group to sign up now. Find a nearby club by contacting the Santa Barbara County 4-H Office at 692-1730 or zmhughes@ucdavis.edu. ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL, INC. of SANTA MARIA, a nonprofit business and professional organization, meets the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m., in the Altrusa Theatre of the Santa […]
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SPIRITUAL
BAHA’I interfaith worship services are the second Sunday of each month. Info: 489-4172. Children’s classes are the first Saturday of each month. Info: 937-9451. Study circles about The Life of the Spirit are ongoing in Santa Maria. For questions, dates, and times: 614-0963. Info: 937-9451. BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH holds worship services Sundays with Holy Communion […]
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FARMERS MARKETS
SANTA MARIA 100 S. Broadway at Main, Wednesdays, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Features local beekeepers’ honey and bee pollen, breads and pastries, plants and flower bouquets, fresh fruits and vegetables. ORCUTT Corner of Clark and Bradley, Tuesdays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh honey, flowers, and eggs, along with fresh fruits and vegetables. […]
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BARBECUES
ONGOING FILIPINO COMMUNITY OF SANTA MARIA VALLEY barbecues Filipino food at the Smart and Final parking lot, N. Broadway on Saturdays and Sundays. Menu items include tri-tip, chicken, beef kabobs, chicken adobo, salad, rice, and bread. Meals cost $6. Info: 922-3422 or 922-3799. FILIPINO CATHOLIC SOCIETY, under the direction of St. Mary’s Church and St. […]
