Ana Jacovo student “Pistachio. It’s not too fruity and not too bitter, and it’s nice and creamy and comes with nuts—a nice plus.” Cynthia Cruz assistant manager “Strawberry cheesecake, because it’s sweet. You also get best of both worlds, and that’s how I am.” Antonio Tovai boxing trainer “Lemon. It has a nice color, but […]
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Another’s treasure
For some people, rifling through others’ belongings and finding a steal produces an exhilaration that keeps them coming back for more. Such people are called thieves. But there’s another class of people that fits that description—they’re called yard sale shoppers or flea market enthusiasts. They love to rummage through boxes on someone’s lawn or browse […]
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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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Spiritual
BAHA’I interfaith worship services are the second Sunday of each month. Info: 489-4172. Children’s classes are the first Saturday of each month. Info: 937-9451. Study circles about The Life of the Spirit are ongoing in Santa Maria. For questions, dates, and times: 614-0963. Info: 937-9451. BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH holds worship services Sundays with Holy Communion […]
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Farmers Market
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 […]
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Health
SANSUM CLINIC presents a “Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes Nutrition” class June 17 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the clinic. Cost is $10. The clinic is located at 1225 North H St., Lompoc. Info: 737-8700. THE PISMO BEACH MEDICAL CENTER presents an “Open House” event June 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. at 2 James Way, […]
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Art
THE LOMPOC VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION presents the art of Richard Axline through June 27 at the Cypress Gallery, 119 East Cypress Ave., Lompoc. Info: 736-0489 or abkazoo@aol.com. THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents the mixed media art of Juan Manuel Perez Salazar through June 30 in the Shepard Hall Gallery at the library, 421 S […]
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Learning
THE LIGIA DANTES FOUNDATION presents “Emotions and Well Being” a dialogue with Ms. Dantes June 19 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Nipomo. Info: 343-2582 or ligiadantesfoundation.org. THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE presents “Doing Business with Vandenberg Air Force Base-How to Qualify and Register as a Vendor for Bids, Work Orders, and […]
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Recreation
THE CITY OF SANTA MARIA Recreation and Parks Department offers an Adult Lap Swim June 19 through Aug. 14, a Recreation Swim June 19 through Aug. 15, Swim Lessons begin June 19, and Junior Lifeguard Classes June 28 all at the Pioneer Valley High School, Santa Maria. Info: 925-0951, Ext. 260. THE DUNES CENTER presents […]
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Kids & Family
THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION offers 2010 Fall Registration for its soccer league June 19 and 26 from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $80 for the first player, $70 for the second, $60 for three or more players, and a $10 registration fee for all. Info: 925-3304 or santamariasoccer.com. ADVENTURES IN LEARNING […]
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Dance Lessons
OBON DANCE PRACTICE in preparation for the Obon Festival is Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. starting June 16 and 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 […]