Operating something far more complex than a simple storefront and tasting bar, Bion Rice, director of winemaking at Artiste Winery, showcases his craft amid the happy activity of artistic pursuits. He believes that blending wine and putting brush to canvas involve similar creative impulses, and celebrates all manner of expression in his innovative tasting room. […]
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Do your civic duty! Get honey! Stay healthy! Earn money!
Jeremy Rose isn’t entirely sure why he’s always been so fascinated by bees. He said he first got interested in the practice when a beekeeper removed a hive from a neighbor’s house. Or maybe it was the time in fourth grade when a swarm chased him and his friends off the playground. “I thought that […]
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What historical figure would you want to fight?
Uriel Chavez student “Hitler. There are a lot of reasons why, but his ‘womanly’ mustache is the main reason.” Jason Anderson cashier “Andrew Jackson, since he was such an imposing figure from history—the only president to tell the Supreme Court what to do.” Chris Ethridge barista “Andrew Jackson, because he’s a thug. He’s dangerous, has […]
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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 on April 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the clinic. Cost is $10. The clinic is at 1225 North H St., Lompoc. Cost is $10. Info: 737-8700. THE GLOBAL ALLIANCE FOR BALANCE AND HEALING offers free energy balancing sessions on April 17 from 11 a.m. […]
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Art
TOWN CENTER GALLERY presents the art of Hattie Stoddard through May at 321 Town Center West, suite B-6, Santa Maria. An opening reception featuring the artist is April 16 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Info: 349-7303 or thetowncentergallery.com. THE SANTA MARIA TOWN CENTER presents an art exhibit featuring works by people with mental illnesses April […]
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Learning
THE CALIFORNIA BEE COMPANY presents a “Coastal Beekeeping Workshop” with Jeremy Rose on April 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Atkinson Center, 1000 Railroad, Santa Maria. Info: 540-4502. THE MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION offers a “New Wish Granter Training” event on April 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Nipomo. Info: tri-counties.wish.org. THE […]
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Recreation
AMTGARD’S BARONY OF THE SEVEN SLEEPING DRAGONS presents a demonstration of the sword and sorcery game Amtgard on April 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Waller Park in Santa Maria. Info: sloamtgard.com or GTwythawk@gmail.com. WORTH THE DRIVE THE FIVE CITIES TENNIS ASSOCIATION presents the 2010 Central Coast Tennis Challenge Cup April 16 […]
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Kids & Family
THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY YMCA presents a “Family Fun and Healthy Kid’s Day” featuring carnival games and free health screenings on April 17 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Santa Maria Valley YMCA, 3400 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria. The YMCA offers swim lessons for kids 3 years and older Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. through […]
