The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department invites men and women 18 and older to catch World Cup fever along with friends and co-workers in its inaugural 7-on-7 Adult Outdoor Soccer League. Recreational and competitive men’s, women’s, and co-ed divisions are available, and registration takes place through Jan. 7 at the Recreation and Parks Administration […]
Make soccer a goal
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Get recreating in 2010
The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department’s 2010 Winter and Spring Recreation Guide is now available to both residents and non-residents of the Santa Maria Valley. The guide was mailed to all residents of the Santa Maria Valley and is also available at the Recreation and Parks Administrative Office at 615 S. McClelland St. The […]
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Nick Sauer
Whether he’s knocking down the outside jumper or posting up defenders and battling for boards in the paint, Righetti High School center Nick Sauer is a force to be reckoned with. The 6-foot-6 senior is the Warriors’ not-so-secret weapon in 2010, as evidenced by his recent 20-point, 17-rebound performance in a 63-37 blowout win over […]
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Savory appetizers
In the heart of December, friends and families gather to enjoy long nights and laughter, despite the winter chill. They celebrate the season and welcome the new year, happily fueled by a variety of festive foods. Classic holiday appetizers include smoked and aged cheeses with crackers and bread, as well as pretzels, roasted nuts, and […]
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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 vegetables. […]
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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. ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL, INC. of SANTA MARIA, a nonprofit business and professional organization, meets the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m., in the Altrusa Theatre of the Santa […]
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Spiritual
MT. ZION CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST presents its annual convocation featuring “Annual Men’s Day” with Bishop Dwight Amey on Dec. 11 at the church. The “Annual Choir Day” features live music Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at the church. The “Annual Women’s Day” with Evangelist Gwen Amey is Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. at […]
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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. […]
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Health
MARIAN MEDICAL CENTER offers a “Smart Eating for Kids and Teens” class meeting the first Monday of each month this year from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Medical Center at 1400 E. Church St., Santa Maria. Info: 739-3578. ONGOING SYCAMORE MINERAL SPRINGS HEALING ARTS INSTITUTE offers a range of classes including yoga and meditation, […]
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Art
THE GUADALUPE CULTURAL ARTS AND EDUCATION CENTER presents the exhibition “Re-hacer/Des-echos 2009” featuring the work of Juan Manuel Perez Salazar through Dec. 17 at the Education Center, Guadalupe. Info: 343-2939 or artjmp@gmail.com. THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents the exhibit “Photographers Gone Wild, Capturing the Central Coast” featuring local photographers Mel Felix, Cathy Gregg, Lynda […]
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Learning
WORTH THE DRIVE THE GLOBAL ALLIANCE FOR BALANCE AND HEALING offers free energy balancing sessions on Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sierra Vista Hospital in the auditorium, 1010 Murray Ave., SLO. Info: 438-4347 or globalalliance.ws. THE WILDLING ART MUSEUM presents a holiday ornament-making workshop on Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. […]
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Recreation
ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE presents a Holiday Baseball Clinic Dec. 21 through 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find sign-up forms at Play It Again Sports on South Broadway in Santa Maria. Cost is $100, and $75 for each additional family member. Info: 922-6966, Ext. 3904. THE SANTA MARIA INN holds Monday Night Football events […]