First 5 Santa Barbara County has launched a newly redesigned website, first5santabarbaracounty.org, featuring pictures and personal stories told by local parents. The site also provides new child-care tools and resources for parents, educators, caregivers, and health-care professionals. “First 5 Santa Barbara County has spent months working hard to create a powerful new resource for parents, […]
New First 5 website offers resources for parents, child-care professionals
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Blue Christmas?
Ah, the holiday season is here, filled with song, the hurry-scurry of gift buying and menu planning, family and friends gathering, the glow of expectation on little faces as they gaze at gifts piled under a tree or near a menorah. Holiday colors light up the street, store windows, and most living rooms—green and red, […]
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The Bleacher Bum decks the halls
Hey folks, it’s been a while since I rapped at ya’, and here we are at the end of another decade. Really? What happened to the last 10 years? It seems like only yesterday I was huddled in my underground bunker with my cans of creamed corn and Doritos, watching The Matrix and waiting for […]
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Make soccer a goal
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 […]
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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, […]