The Rancho de Guadalupe Historical Society and Museum celebrates nonagenarians—people 90 or older—at a special event featuring food, drinks, and video taping of honorees who would like to share their life experiences and wisdom. The event is scheduled for July 21 at 2 p.m. at the Senior Center, 4553 10th St., Guadalupe. Cost is $3 […]
For the elders
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Books for all
Altrusa International, Inc. of the Central Coast will be giving away free children’s and adult books for the annual “Festival of Books” at the Town Center mall to raise awareness and support for literacy in the community. The event is held on Sundays, including July 14 and 28, and Aug. 11 and 25 from noon […]
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Representing her district
With summer in full swing, another batch of high school graduates is now facing the future. In particular, one Ernest Righetti High School senior has received a piece of motivation and vindication in pursuing her plan as an art major. Christa Weston, who graduated from Righetti last month, was chosen as the winner of the […]
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What does the Fourth of July mean to you?
Ramses Plascencia student “It means freedom and independence. Fireworks remind me of the man who wrote ‘The Star-Spangled Banner.’” Lily Solomon student “I don’t really care for the Fourth of July holiday.” Maria Aguire retired “The Fourth of July is an important day for this country and its citizens. It is a great occasion. The […]
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Athlete of the Week
Ed. note: Olivia Patterson is the sister of Sun Intern Rebecca Patterson, who wrote up this family-influenced column for our holiday issue. Cartwheels, splits, flips, and jumps are common at KT’s All-Star Gymnastics in Santa Maria. The gymnasts endure rigorous exercise and dare meticulous stunts. One of these young gymnasts, Olivia Patterson, overcame injury and […]
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Going the distance
The Santa Maria Saints’ cross-country team will be host to summer training starting early July. Head coach Adolfo Lopez will work with runners Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Athletes are asked to meet at the field near the pool at Santa Maria High School; all female and male distance runners […]
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Get your game on the court
The newest addition to the Allan Hancock College coaching staff, basketball head coach Tyson Aye, will be heading up a basketball camp at the school. Open to girls and boys ages 6 to 18, the camp will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Joe White gymnasium. Players will learn ball handling and […]
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Polo legends return to Santa Ynez
Team Platinum Performance will return to defend its 2012 championship title at the Polo Classic on July 20 at the Santa Ynez Polo club. Platinum Performance will include brothers Memo Gracida—a hall-of-famer with the most U.S. Open wins—and Carlos Gracida, a three-time Grand Slam of Polo award winner. For VIP, patron, and general admission tickets, […]
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Bulldogs are headed for the Bigs
Two Allan Hancock College Bulldogs are on their way to playing Major League Baseball, the college’s athletic department recently announced. Pitchers Jordan Sechler and Chuck Buchanan were both drafted to the Atlanta Braves organization in the 18th and 19th rounds of the MLB draft held earlier this month. Sechler and Buchanan will join former Bulldog […]
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Adventure is out there
The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department invites teens ages 12 to 18 to check out the Teen Treks Excursion Program. From now until Aug. 18, teens will have the chance to explore various parts of the Central Coast, including the water slides in Paso Robles, Avila Beach, a kayaking trip in Morro Bay, and […]
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Dive on in!
Courtesy of PLAY, Inc., the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center will present free swim days until Aug. 25. Open to all ages from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sundays, the Olympic-size pool is available for family, friends, and neighbors to visit. An adult must accompany all children; lifeguards are on duty at all times. Bathing […]