THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents “Wish Upon a Star Story Time” for ages 3 to 5 on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. through Feb. 26 at the Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. Reservations required. The Traveling Lantern Theatre Company presents Robin Hood for kids ages […]
Kids & Family
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Dance Lessons
ONGOING EVERYBODY CAN DANCE offers classes in ballet dance for ages 3 to adult. Call for schedules. Boys and men receive full scholarships. The studio is located at 800 S. Broadway. Info: 937-6753. THE DANCE STUDIO offers dance classes in Santa Maria and Nipomo in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, and Dance Team. Info: […]
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Stage
THE SANTA MARIA CIVIC THEATER presents its production of God’s Favorite by Neil Simon through Feb. 28 at the Civic Theater 1660 N McClelland St., Santa Maria. The Feb. 22 2 p.m. performance is sponsored by the League of Women Voters. Cost is $25. Info: 922-4442. PCPA THEATERFEST presents its production of A Midsummer Night’s […]
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Night Life
The following venues offer either regularly scheduled live entertainment or DJ-hosted dance music. Most performances start after 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted. IN THE AREA CLUB 805, AKA STINKY’S BAR & GRILL: 2430 South Broadway, 614-9316. DJ Davey D Saturday nights. THE COACHMAN: 1531 S. Broadway, 922-5556. Thursday through Saturday: DJ from 9 p.m. to […]
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Concerts
THE SANTA MARIA PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA presents a concert version of the opera La Traviata on Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, McCoy Lane and College Drive, Santa Maria. Cost is $27, $22 for seniors, $12 for students. Info: 925-0412. WORTH THE DRIVE THE CLARK CENTER ASSOCIATION presents Matt Dusk in concert on […]
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Special Events
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 […]
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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 […]