Santa Barbara Women Lawyers announced the group would award Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County’s Executive Director Ellen Goodstein with the 2010 Deborah Talmage Attorney of the Year Award on Dec. 11. The honor recognizes outstanding legal professionals who are dedicated to the success of women, mentor colleagues and other women, personify professional excellence, […]
Legal Aid director honored
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Far Western heads south
After more than 50 years in Guadalupe, the Minetti family, owners of the award-winning Far Western Tavern, will be moving the restaurant to a new location in Old Town Orcutt in late 2011. The new location at 300 Clark Ave., like the current restaurant, will feature separate downstairs bar and dining areas, along with an […]
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Need an academic boost?
Thanks to a new five-year grant from the federal government, Allan Hancock College will now be able to offer its students more on-campus support services. The College Achievement Now (CAN) program—commonly referred to as the TRIO grant—provides academic assistance to low-income and first-generation students, students with limited English proficiency, and disabled students. “This program has […]
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Making an impact
The wellbeing of children—and what locals are doing to ensure it —was the focus of the Santa Barbara County 2010 Youth Impact Awards on Dec. 9 at the Abel Maldonado Community Center in Santa Maria. Each year, Kids Network, a countywide organization of child safety agencies, recognizes individuals in the community who have gone out […]
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Elijah Harper
First-degree black belt Elijah Harper, 8, is past the “wax-on, wax-off” stage of his martial arts career. With only two and a half years under his belt at the Life Time Martial Arts dojo, he’s already stood out as a “natural born leader.” “He helps us out on Saturdays in ‘cubs’ and family classes as […]
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The Bleacher Bum’s 2010 Holiday Gift Guide
Warm up that hot-buttered rum, break out the Bing Crosby records, and get ready to max out your MasterCard; it’s time again for the gift guide that makes all other gift guides about as relevant as the Democrats in a lame duck session of Congress. Meant for white elephants or office Secret Santas, these tacky […]
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City’s Winter Rec guide now available
Santa Maria’s Recreation and Parks Department recently mailed out the Winter/Spring 2011 Recreation Guide, offering a diverse range of courses for city’s residents and non-residents alike. The Recreation Guide includes programs for active older adults, aquatics, adult arts, Special Olympics, dance classes, exercise and fitness, special interests and hobbies, youth programs, and youth, teen, and […]
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Olympic hopeful Prenot shines at Swimming Nationals
Santa Maria Swim Club phenom Josh Prenot kept his 2012 Olympic hopes alive at the Short Course USA Swimming Nationals on Dec. 4, winning the 18-and-under National Championship in the 200-yard butterfly event. Prenot’s time of 1:46.17 placed him sixth overall in a field including college, Olympic, and professional athletes. Prenot also placed fifth in […]
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Dreaming of a wine Christmas
Revelers move trees into their homes, plan gala parties, and prepare to lift their glasses high in praise of festive feasts. ’Tis the season for getting together, and thoughtful hosts are busy searching for just the right wine to complement their holiday fare. When carefully chosen, wines enhance each dish without swamping delicate flavors or […]
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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. ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS for men meets in San Luis Obispo and Grover Beach. Men interested in attending may contact representatives: 550-6718 or not_moses@fastmail.fm. ALL-AMERICAN QUILTERS’ GUILD meets […]
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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 […]
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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. […]