THE CABRILLO HIGH SCHOOL AQUARIUM is open to the public on Feb. 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Cabrillo High School, 4350 Constellation Road, Lompoc. Info: cabrilloaquarium.org or 742-2888. THE SANTA MARIA FAIRPARK holds an electronic recycling event on Feb. 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. and Feb. 21 from 8 a.m. to 3 […]
Special Events
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The color of debt
I love getting mail. I guess I’m sort of old-fashioned about the United States Post Office, but every time I open the mailbox I still believe anything could be inside. I realize that when I open my mailbox I won’t find a check for a million dollars or a portal to a beer garden, but […]
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Arts Briefs
Fair competition Rev up your talent and get ready for the 2009 Santa Barbara County Fair. Staffers are accepting entries for competitive exhibits. Whether it’s the best apple pie, a stunning painting of a vineyard, or a well-fitted steer, enter now. All exhibitors must enter online at santamaria fairpark.com. Copies of the Santa Barbara County […]
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Protecting the arts
Most educators know that when times are tough, budget cuts tend to target the arts. Yet time and again, evidence has suggested that arts education actually helps students by building self-esteem, encouraging self-expression and cooperation with others, and developing critical thinking skills. Fortunately for students in the Orcutt School District, one organization is committed to […]
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Laugh at love
Like all the best dreams, PCPA’s presentation of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is filled with magic, divine characters, and a whimsical plot. Fantasy, laughter, and love mix to create a bewitching tale of love sought, love lost, and love found. With so much love flowing, it was fitting that PCPA would present its […]
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If you had to pick a location for a couple hundred new homes to go in Santa Barbara County, where would you pick?
Marilyn Moll retired “Far away from Santa Maria. We’ve got too many already. Let South County and Santa Barbara have them.” Angelica Diaz preschool teacher “Around Santa Maria. Around here is all open land.” Maria Beas housekeeping “Here in town. We have such nice weather, not a lot of crime, and nice people.” Shirley Cantrell […]
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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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Spirtual
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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Farmer’s Markets
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
SANSUM CLINIC presents its “Diabetes Essentials” class on Feb. 12 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the clinic. Cost is $8. “Weight Management Strategies” is Feb. 12, 19, and 26 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $15, refunded if all three classes are completed. A “Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes Nutrition” class is Feb. 19 from […]