Enjoy your stay Visit vinlandhotelandlounge.com for more info on the V Lounge, located inside the Vinland Hotel, at 1455 Mission Drive, Solvang. The lounge’s menu features appetizers, desserts, craft cocktails, beer, and wine, and is open to hotel guests and the public. A handful of luxury suites at the hotel are sponsored by local wineries […]
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County Planning Commission approves Buellton cannabis cultivation project
While cannabis odor has concerned John Parke in the past when it comes to project proposals, the Santa Barbara County 3rd District Planning Commissioner voted alongside his colleagues to approve a cannabis processing project near Buellton and deny an appeal from neighbors during the July 31 Planning Commission hearing. “We have several experienced commissioners who […]
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FitForever Gym’s Artisan Market unites artists, benefits local dog rescue
Fit check FitForever Gym in Arroyo Grande will hold its upcoming Artisan Market on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event’s featured artisans are Tina Doherty, Anne Kunzig, Myles Herman, Judy Wood, Craig Trapp, Cheryl Carlson, Rich Wilke, Lori Sherry, Adrian Luna, Lisa Ferson-Zavala, Maggie Pickering, Nancy Valentine, Melissa Walker-Scott, Jeanne […]
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Winter and summer collide at upcoming craft fair fundraiser in Orcutt
Post it American Legion Post 534 is hosting its first pop-up craft fair in Old Town Orcutt on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info or to participate in the fair as a vendor, text co-organizer Maryann Johnson at (805) 863-7967. It’s never too early to get a head start […]
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Santa Barbara, SLO counties begin Santa Maria Riverbed encampment cleanup
Santa Barbara County 4th District Supervisor Bob Nelson has supported efforts to resolve homeless encampments since he took office in 2021. However, he said that because multiple jurisdictions oversee portions of the Santa Maria Riverbed—including Caltrans, Santa Maria, and SLO County with the majority—it’s been difficult to facilitate any cleanup of the area. “It’s been […]
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Local chef Don Carr curates elaborate private dinners across the Central Coast
Intimate inspirations Visit inspireddiningevents.com for more info on Don Carr’s private chef experience services. The unparalleled bliss that comes with enjoying a gourmet meal without lifting a finger or washing a single dish isn’t restricted to those who dine out, thanks to private chefs like longtime local Don Carr. “We’re basically a traveling restaurant,” Carr […]
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Badge wearers and bandits of the Wild West face off with gusto in Gunsmokin’
Where there’s smoke … Gunsmokin’ premiered on July 12 and is scheduled to run through Sept. 7 at the Great American Melodrama, located at 1863 Front St., Oceano. Call (805) 489-2499 or visit americanmelodrama.com for tickets or more info. Tickets to performances of Gunsmokin’ can also be purchased in person at the theater’s box office, […]
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Santa Maria City Council wants more action to resolve homeless encampments
Facing an increased population of individuals experiencing homelessness, multijurisdictional conflicts in managing the Santa Maria riverbed, and higher volumes for service near its new interim shelter, the Santa Maria City Council wants changes. The City Council heard an update about the city, Santa Barbara County, and San Luis Obispo County’s efforts to resolve encampments in […]
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Gallery Los Olivos’ July exhibit showcases ag worker portraits in oil
Unsung upholders Pillars 2024, a solo exhibition of oil paintings by Santa Ynez-based artist Bobby Williams, opened at Gallery Los Olivos in early July and will remain on display through the end of the month. Visit gallerylosolivos.com for more info. The gallery is located at 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. Rows of crops and figures […]
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Sta. Rita Hills Wine Alliance holds Wine and Fire festivities in Lompoc and Buellton
Wines that spark Visit staritahills.com for more info on the Sta. Rita Hills Wine Alliance and its upcoming Wine and Fire 2024 program, with events happening Aug. 15 through 18. Leos aren’t the only fire signs worth celebrating this August, as several local venues fall under the banner of Wine and Fire 2024. Hosted by […]
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Maria Salguero to face Carlos Escobedo in Santa Maria Council race
Launching her campaign on July 16 at Santa Maria City Hall, Maria Salguero made her debut in local politics by running for Santa Maria City Council’s District 1 seat. “What makes me particularly excited about running for District 1 at this time is that the stakes are very high at a national level; these elections […]
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Through film, mixed media, ritual, and sculpture, Outlandish highlights water’s importance in BIPOC communities
Making waves April Banks’ exhibition, Outlandish, is on display at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art through July 28. The gallery, open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information, visit sloma.org. SLOMA is located at 1010 Broad St. in SLO. On a gallery’s walls in downtown San Luis […]