On April 23, the Santa Maria City Council voted 3-2 against tobacco-free parks. After hearing the majority of speakers in support of a tobacco-free parks ordinance, the Santa Maria City Council voted against the proposed policy, which would have limited smoking to designated areas in the parks. Two of the arguments against the policy focused […]
Smoking is not a right
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Wine and theater
For one night only, area Francophiles can indulge themselves in the literature and flavors of their favorite corner of Europe. Thanks to an innovative pairing of two local organizations, Old World culture meets New World wines in Santa Maria. On May 9, enjoy an evening of fine wine and live theater—with a scholarly twist—as Pacific […]
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I now pronounce you in limbo
Lompoc’s Alex Taylor and Tamara Cravit met online in 1998, back before it was trendy to do so. “We met in a chat room on IRC, how sad is that?” Alex said with a laugh. The couple had already been planning a commitment ceremony in their synagogue when the California Supreme Court ruling legalizing […]
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What was your favorite childhood book?
Daniel Godinez student “Brown Bear, Brown Bear. I absolutely loved that book a lot, a lot.” Cassie Jackson student “Green Eggs and Ham. It’s just the best book ever.” Raquel Haven student/mother “Hop on Pop by Dr. Seuss, ’cause it was the first book I ever read and I loved it.” Lori Bailey B. Dalton […]
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Law of the land
A controversial bill that would allow California counties to cancel Williamson Act contracts on behalf of tribal governments hit a roadblock during an April 15 committee hearing in Sacramento. Established in 1965, the Williamson Act protects California’s ag land by giving landowners property tax breaks in exchange for agreeing to keep the land agriculturally zoned […]
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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
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 vegetables. […]
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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 presents a “Healthier Living: Your Life, Take Care” class on April 23 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the hospital. “Smart Eating for Kids and Teens” class meets the first Monday of each month this year from 4 to 6 p.m. at the hospital. Info: 739-3578. ONGOING SYCAMORE MINERAL SPRINGS HEALING ARTS […]
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Art
THE LOMPOC VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION presents its annual Spring Show, featuring the works of local artists through April 26 at the Cypress Gallery, 119 East Cypress Ave., Lompoc. Info: lompocvalleyartassociation.com or 737-1129. MARILYN DOVER BENSON is the featured artist for the month of April at Vandenberg Village Library on Constellation Road in Lompoc. Info: 937-8108 […]
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Learning
THE NIPOMO LIBRARY hosts former Peace Corps Volunteer Penny Porter speaking about the Peace Corps on April 23 at 7 p.m. in the Nipomo Library, 918 West Tefft St., Nipomo. Info: 929-3888 or eva-bill@att.net. CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY holds informational sessions about its educational programs April 28 at 5 p.m. and April 29 at 5 p.m. about […]
