Shea Herrera isn’t following in his brother’s footsteps; he’s following in his tracks instead. More specifically, the tracks left behind by the four tiny wheels on a skateboard. Shea is only 11, but he’s already got his first skateboarding contest behind him and he’s ready for the next one. His coach is his older brother […]
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Songs from his soul
Santa Maria singer-songwriter Paul Hobbs has found his voice in his latest musical release
It’s a dream that’s been around as long as rock’n’roll itself: being in a band, being a rock star, playing music to adoring masses. While most dreamers actually only get as far as perfecting their air guitar and that fake, muffled audience scream, some get pretty close to the real thing. Santa Maria resident Paul […]
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Exploring the home front
Taking a vacation doesn’t have to mean leaving the Central Coast
Inflation and a weak economy have given rise to a summer phenomenon called the “staycation”—in other words, staying home rather than taking a trip to Disney World. The trend stems from a budget-conscious mindset that Americans—especially families—are increasingly adopting. To celebrate the beginning of summer, I thought I’d try it. I laid out my plans […]
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Wax on, wax off
Krider loses some hair and some tears
Women spend a lot of time and money making themselves look good. Guys rarely appreciate how much pain and suffering goes into the effort of beautification. The fact of the matter is, guys don’t appreciate it because guys have never tried to do it. When we want to look good, we get a $12 haircut […]
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CLUBS & MEETINGS
ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL INC. of SANTA MARIA, a nonprofit business and professional organization, meets the second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m., in the downstairs conference room at United Way, 1660 S. Broadway. Info: 352-0026 or 937-4071. ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST meets at noon the second and fourth Monday of every month at […]
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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. […]
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HEALTH
SANSUM CLINIC offers a “Weight Management Strategies” class June 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the clinic. Cost is $15. A “Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes Nutrition” class is June 19 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the clinic. Cost is $8. The clinic is located at 1225 North H St., Lompoc. Info: 737-8700. ONGOING […]
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ART
THE SANTA MARIA TOWN CENTER presents a photo display by the Center for Research and Postgraduate Studies in Social Anthropology in Mexico, in collaboration with UCSB, titled “Transborder Dialogues: Migration Through Children’s Eyes,” through June 22 in the upper level of the Town Center across from Payless Shoes in Santa Maria. THE GROSSMAN GALLERY presents […]
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LEARNING
THE MARIAN CANCER CENTER, in cooperation with Allan Hancock College, presents a four-part lecture series titled “Living with Cancer” Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. through June in the Community Education Building, Hancock College, building S, rooms 108 and 109. Info: 739-3780. THE LIGIA DANTES FOUNDATION presents a “Meditation in Daily Living” dialogue with Ligia […]
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RECREATION
LA PURISIMA MISSION presents a Village Days event featuring live demonstrations June 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the mission in Lompoc. Info: 733-3713. THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY PACKERS present a Fantasy Baseball Camp with a 35-or-older age limit July 18 and 19 at Allan Hancock College, John Osborne Field, Santa Maria. Deadline […]