THE LOMPOC VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION presents a photography collection by Lynn Andrews titled “Italy, in a Dream” through July 26 at the Cypress Gallery, 119 East Cypress Ave., Lompoc. Info: 736-0489 or abkazoo@aol.com. THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents the “Farm Workers of the Central Coast—New Paintings by Sunni Gibbons” through July 30 in the […]
Art
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Learning
THE SANTA MARIA MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION presents a Tour and Update of the Santa Barbara County Foodbank on July 27 at 7:30 a.m. at the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, 490 W. Foster Road, Santa Maria. Info: 925-2403, Ext. 817. WORTH THE DRIVE COOKING CLASSES WITH EVAN TREADWELL are June 24 with “BBQ Basics,” […]
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Recreation
THE CITY OF SANTA MARIA Recreation and Parks Department offers “Free Swim Days” July 25 and Aug. 23 at the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center, 516 South McClelland, Santa Maria. An Adult Lap Swim is through Aug. 14 and a Recreation Swim is through Aug. 15 both at the Pioneer Valley High School, Santa Maria. THE […]
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Kids & Family
THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents two programs of bilingual storytelling by Megumi on July 22 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland, Santa Maria. Info: 925-0951, Ext. 117. DISCOVERY DRAMA CAMP is presented by the city of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department and the Santa Maria […]
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Dance Lessons
OBON DANCE PRACTICE in preparation for the Obon Festival is Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. ending with the festival July 25 at the Veteran’s Memorial Building, 313 W. Tunnell, Santa Maria. ONGOING BLUE MOON HAVEN BELLY DANCE currently teaches American Tribal Style dance classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays in Lompoc and […]
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Stage
PCPA THEATERFEST presents its production of West Side Story, directed and choreographed by Michael Jenkinson, through July 25 at Marian Theatre at Allan Hancock College, 800 S. College Drive, in Santa Maria. Cost is $26.25 through $30. Info: 922-8313 or pcpa.org. THE POETRY SOCIETY OF SANTA MARIA invites all to read poetry, sing songs, or […]
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Night Life
The following venues offer either regularly scheduled live entertainment or DJ-hosted dance music. Most performances start after 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted. IN THE AREA ADDAMO VINEYARD/TASTING ROOM: 400 E. Clark Ave., suite E, Santa Maria, 937-6400. Live music Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m. CLUB 805, AKA STINKY’S BAR & GRILL: 2430 South […]
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Concerts
CAFE NOIR presents Chris Lambert in concert on July 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Café Noir, 1555 S. Broadway, Santa Maria. Info: 361-0402. WORTH THE DRIVE THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY LIBRARY presents Don Norton performing in concert on July 22 at 2 p.m. at the Nipomo Library. Info: slolibrary.org. THE […]
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Special Events
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS and the SLO Exchange Club present “Golf for Youth Charities Summer Classic” July 23 at the Monarch Dunes Golf Course, Nipomo. Cost is $125 to compete in the tournament. Info: slobigs.org or 234-0855. THE RIVERBENCH VINEYARD AND WINERY presents a “World’s Best Toffee Tasting” event on July 24 from 1 to […]
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Hot, hot, hot
Mild, sweet, or hot as a sizzling summer day, there’s a fresh salsa to suit just about every dish and edible dipping item. Equally perfect for snacks on the patio or as part of the main meal, this versatile condiment deserves a prominent place on the table. Salsa (Spanish for sauce, gravy, or dressing) is […]
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Here we go again
On July 1, Secretary of State Debra Bowen hereunto set her hand and affixed the Great Seal of California to yet another official election document. This time, she was making her mark on a certified list of candidates for the Aug. 17 special general election for the state’s 15th Senate District, vacated by now-Lt. Gov. […]
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What do you think should be done about the Gulf oil spill?
Eric and Kristine Vogel boilermaker/administration “It should be cleaned up. We’ve got to cap it.” Diane Abbott Realtor “They should have input from the best scientists and the best of everyone who would like to help.” Pamela Alfaro owner, Pamela’s Embroidery Service “I wish that they would go there right now and dig another well […]
