What better place to celebrate the Danish-made toys, Legos, than in the Danish Capital of America? On April 18 and 19 festivalgoers have the opportunity to watch builders use their imaginations to create wonderous scenes out of the small, colorful bricks. “This immersive weekend celebration brings together professional builders, Lego Master Builders, and brick enthusiasts […]
The Brick and Builds Festival returns to Solvang
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Santa Ynez Valley Community Theater presents Annie
Cast and crew members of the Santa Ynez Valley Community Theater will bring Annie to life at the Solvang Festival Theater on April 17 and 18. See their months of hard work in action during the musical’s two-night run, supported by Buellton’s Arts and Culture Committee. “This is more than just a play—it’s a celebration […]
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The Drama is a cringe-inducing black comedy ride through premarital jitters
Helmed by Norwegian writer-director Kristoffer Borgli (Sick of Myself, Dream Scenario), The Drama examines a transitioning relationship as Charlie Thompson (Robert Pattinson) and Emma Harwood (Zendaya) plan their wedding while second-guessing their commitment to one another and struggling with self-doubt. (105 min.) The DramaWhat’s it rated? R What’s it worth, Anna? Full price What’s it […]
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Netflix’s The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson examines professional cyclist’s murder
The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah WilsonWhat’s it rated? TV-14 When? 2026 Where’s it showing? Netflix Moriah Wilson was badass. Her cycling career wasn’t by chance. Raised in a family of athletes, Moriah was passionate and competitive from a young age in whatever sports she partook in. Biking was the pinnacle, though, and soon Moriah […]
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Cheech & Chong’s 1978 Up in Smoke screens on 4/20 at Bay Theatre
Up In SmokeWhat’s it rated? R When? 1978 Where’s it showing? Bay Theatre, Monday, April 20 (doors at 3:20, show at 4:20 p.m.; $17.91 at my805tix.com) Calling all stoners! The ultimate ’70s stoner comedy, Up in Smoke, is screening at 4:20 p.m. on 4/20. Co-directed by Lou Adler and Tommy Chong and written by Cheech […]
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Feed My Seoul is the only Korean food truck serving artisanal Asian barbecue in SLO and Santa Barbara counties
Bowl callFeed My Seoul can be found most Wednesdays starting at 5:30 p.m. at Machado Plaza in Santa Maria. Follow @feedmyseoul805 on Instagram to keep up with weekly locations. Place orders in advance until an hour before service by calling or texting co-owner Grace Kim at (805) 888-7226. Book Feed My Seoul as your next […]
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Caught on camera: New evidence based on bus video footage led to mistrial, guilty plea in deadly forklift crash case
Nearly two years after pleading not guilty to vehicular manslaughter, Santa Maria resident David Baskett agreed to plead guilty to killing a local resident while driving a forklift. Baskett’s March 24 plea followed new evidence that Santa Barbara County Deputy District Attorney Ryan Clausen said contradicted what the 83-year-old originally told Santa Maria Police Department […]
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Historical landmark policy complicates Pea Soup Andersen’s demolition
Pea Soup Andersen’s future demolition hinges on how Buellton decides to preserve parts of the more than 100-year-old building. Designated by elected leaders as an official city landmark in 2020, the restaurant has been closed since early 2024. That year also marked its centennial. For Buellton to approve the shuttered eatery’s demolition, staff told the […]
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SBCAG wants more people to use its guaranteed ride home program
Thousands of people commute on public transportation every day in Santa Barbara County, but there even more who could make the switch. For some, fears of delayed buses or family emergencies mean residents drive themselves to work. But officials want more of the workforce to use public transportation and vanpool to reduce traffic congestion. An […]
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Steve Bridge’s sons are witnesses in felony fraud case
Receipts for fixing leaky pipes and installing lights are at the heart of the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s investigation into Lompoc Councilmember Steve Bridge’s invoices. In late 2025, Bridge was arraigned in Santa Maria Superior Court for eight felony counts, including forgery, identity theft, grand theft, and fraudulent use of a contractor’s license. A […]
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Political Watch: April 2, 2026
•U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla (D-California) issued a statement on March 27 after the Senate passed funding for all elements of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) except for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) border security operations. “For months, we’ve been clear: no blank checks for Trump’s lawless ICE and […]
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Up your composting game with help from some red wigglers
Hundreds of worms can work wonders for a garden from right inside the living room. One pound of red wigglers—roughly 500 to 1,000 worms—can fit in a vermicomposting bin the size of a foot stool, churning organic waste into healthy compost. In an average composting environment, the mixture needs to be turned over regularly to […]
