Any student who’s ever taken an Advanced Placement (AP) class knows that the coursework is often challenging and time consuming. Studying for the AP exams isn’t a picnic either. That’s why St. Joseph High School is pleased to announce its 2011 AP scholars. Each May, AP exams are administered to St. Joseph High School students […]
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Help clean the Central Coast’s beaches and waterways
It’s that time of year again: On Sept. 17, Californians will join hundreds of thousands of participants worldwide in clearing trash and debris from beaches and other waterways as part of the annual Coastal Cleanup Day. Last year, 1,300 local volunteers cleared nearly 5,110 pounds of debris from 28 Santa Barbara County beaches and creeks. […]
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Sponsor a future farmer
The annual Santa Maria High School FFA booster benefit dinner will be held on Sept. 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Eagles Lodge, 666 S. College Drive, in Santa Maria. Tickets cost $100 each—you can split them with friends—and include two barbecue dinners and the opportunity to win door prizes worth $100 to […]
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The Santa Maria Valley YMCA preschool is now accepting students
Registration is now open for the Young Children’s Preschool at the Santa Maria Valley YMCA. The school is open to children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old, and provides an educational foundation to prepare your preschooler for Kindergarten. “Our licensed program is committed to making a positive preschool experience for all children,” YMCA membership […]
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SBC Fire wants locals to always be prepared
Knowing what to do in the face of an emergency can be a matter of life or death. That’s why the Santa Barbara County Fire Department is offering two free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) courses to members of the public. “CERT is about readiness, people helping people, rescuer safety, and doing the greatest good […]
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Follow your food, from ‘Farm to Fork’
Want to see the latest in hydroponic farming or learn more about the farm worker lifestyle? This fall, as part of its popular “Farm to Fork” series, the Santa Barbara County Ag Futures Alliance (AFA) is offering a bus tour of local farming and food operation facilities in North County. The North County tour will […]
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Learn the art of healing touch
The Lucia Mar Adult Education program has partnered with Heartwood Therapeutics to present a massage therapy certification program, including a 250-hour massage practitioner track and 500-hour massage therapist track. The classes offer foundational training and prepare graduates for employment in the workplace. According to a press release from the Lucia Mar Unified School District, the […]
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Agriculture takes center stage at Cuesta College
Central Coast locals interested in pursuing a career in the agriculture industry will get the chance to attend a free seminar featuring presentations by several federal agencies on Aug. 30 at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo. Agencies at the event will include the U.S. Department of Commerce, two divisions of the U.S. Department of […]
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Allan Hancock College plans a bulldog welcome
Mandatory college orientations are usually long, boring, and packed with lots of bland speakers and awkward icebreakers. But thanks to Allan Hancock College’s Associated Student Body Government, Hancock’s Bulldog Bow-WOW! orientation will include free food, music, and even karaoke. Oh, there will also be some information on college programs and essential students resources, such as […]
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Get pumped up for law enforcement academy
Enrollment is now open for a 14-week course designed to help students successfully complete Allan Hancock College’s Law Enforcement Academy. Beginning Sept. 6, the Women in Public Safety Careers class will meet at the college’s Santa Maria campus Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:10 p.m. “If you’ve ever thought about starting a career in […]
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Experience the tastes of Mexico
People for Leisure and Youth, Inc. (P.L.A.Y., Inc.) and the Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department will hold the annual Tastes of Mexico fundraiser on Sept. 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Veterans’ Memorial Community Center, 313 W. Tunnell St., Santa Maria. The Righetti High School Marimba Band and Folklorico dancers, along with […]
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Spell your heart out
Attention Central Coast word enthusiasts: On Sept. 17, the Central Coast Literacy Council will present its annual fundraising spelling bee at 1 p.m. at the Santa Maria Town Center. The council is currently recruiting 40 teams of two people to compete in this year’s competition, as well as team sponsors and event volunteers. Proceeds from […]