SANTA MARIA POLICE DEPARTMENT TO UNVEIL PINK CRUISER AT MISSION HOPE CANCER CENTER

SANTA MARIA POLICE DEPARTMENT TO UNVEIL PINK CRUISER AT MISSION HOPE CANCER CENTERIn celebration of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Santa Maria Police Department will debut a pink-wrapped police cruiser for the community Mission Hope Cancer Center will host a special unveiling of the Santa Maria Police Department’s pink-wrapped police cruiser in recognition of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Members of the media are invited to attend a special unveiling of the

City Offers Sprinklers and Landscape Burlaps for “Go Green in the Fall” Promotion- October 2023

City Offers Sprinklers and Landscape Burlaps for “Go Green in the Fall” Promotion  During October, the City of Santa Maria Utilities Department is offering free landscape burlaps and sprinklers for City residents. The promotion is to remind homeowners to Go Green in the Fall by pulling weeds and collecting clippings to spruce up the landscape, adjusting irrigation clocks, and regularly checking irrigation sprinklers and outdoor faucets to address any leaks.  Residents will receive one 7-foot by 7-foot

Saturday 10/7- Tech Made Easy Workshop

Tech Made Easy Workshop The City of Santa Maria Public Library is pleased to announce the next unit in an ongoing series of workshops to promote digital literacy. The workshop will take place Saturday, October 7th at 10:30 a.m. in the Library’s Learning Loft. The Library is located at 421 South McClelland Street.  This workshop will cover Apple mobile devices and the iOS platform, including basic functions, apps, and simple troubleshooting. Registration is required and this workshop is for patrons 18 and

Harmless Odor and Taste in Water Notice- 9/26/23

Harmless Odor and Taste in Water  The water supply in Santa Maria remains safe for consumption and use despite the potential for an unusual taste or odor.  The City of Santa Maria received notification from the Central Coast Water Authority (CCWA) that high temperatures created ideal conditions for blue-green algae blooms in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, affecting State Water Project customers, including the City. The unusual taste or odors that some customers may detect are due to compounds produced

Upcoming Active Aging Week Events

Active Aging Week Events  Adults 50+ years of age in Santa Maria are encouraged to celebrate Active Aging Week.  A series of fun activities will be offered at the Elwin Mussell Center (510 East Park Street) from Saturday, September 30th through Sunday, October 8th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  This week-long observance celebrates active aging adults as fully participating members of society and promotes the benefits of leading an active, healthy lifestyle.   This is organized by the City of Santa

Learn About Library Resources at the Santa Maria Public Library

Learn About Library Resources at the Santa Maria Public Library  The City of Santa Maria Public Library presents a series of learning opportunities on the free resources available from the California State Library. Library staff will present “Library 101: Databases and Resources” on Wednesday, September 27th from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Library’s Learning Center. The Library is located at 421 South McClelland Street.   Attendees will learn about LinkedIn Learning, an online learning platform where users

The Patch Returns

The Patch Returns  The Patch, at Los Flores Ranch Park (6245 Dominion Road) returns for a sixth season with hundreds of pumpkins and a variety of seasonal activities for the family to enjoy. The Patch is open every  Friday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. from September 29th through October 29th.  Visitors are encouraged to explore the "Corny Corn Maze" while searching for friendly monsters. The Patch features educational attractions, carnival games, bounce houses, and picnic areas. Its festive scenery

SANTA MARIA FAIRPARK IS LOOKING FOR VENDORS FOR 2023 WEDDING & QUINCE SHOWCASE

The Santa Maria Fairpark is hosting a Wedding & Quince Showcase on November 26, 2023, and is currently looking for prospective vendors who serve the Bridal and Quinceanera industry in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties.  We are looking for florists, photographers, DJs, dress shops, venue managers, event planners and caterers who will be provided with exhibitor space to present their best to future wedding parties and quince courts in our area.  For more details on how to apply visit us at 

Rolling out the Resilience Roadmap- Draft Plan Open for Feedback

Rolling out the Resilience RoadmapDraft plan open for feedback   A united San Luis Obispo/Santa Barbara County economic strategy is close to fruition, with a draft now available for public comment.   Shaped by a 30-person strategy committee with input from more than 400 cross-sector stakeholders, the Roadmap targets growth from within, laying out dozens of actions around career pathways, innovation, housing and more.   Go here to review the draft, read FAQs, see what's ahead and submit comment by

MISSION TO HOST FUNDRAISING DINNER FOR NEW WOMEN’S PROGRAM

SANTA MARIA, CA—Rescue Mission Alliance Central Coast (formerly known as Central Coast Rescue Mission) will host a fundraising dinner at First Christian Church in Santa Maria on Monday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. to benefit its new women’s program.  This night to remember will include live music, Santa Maria-style barbecue dinner from Nogues BBQ Catering, free childcare, and raffle prizes. All proceeds will go toward the Mission’s new women’s Life Recovery Program, projected to open in October.  “Hundreds of women

Businesses Should be Wary of Misclassifying Employees

  For Immediate Release                    CONTACT:     Ron Yukelson September 20, 2023                            ryukelson@carnaclaw.com Understanding the Distinction: Independent Contractor vs. Employee By Emilie Elliott, RN, J.D.   Every business owner should be aware that there are two main classifications of workers: independent contractors and employees. While both play important roles in the workforce, it is important to understand the legal distinctions between the two. If you own a

Tuesday 9/26- Adulting 101: Life Skills for the 21st Century

Adulting 101: Life Skills for the 21st Century  The City of Santa Maria Public Library is pleased to announce the next session of “Adulting 101: Life Skills for the 21st Century” beginning Tuesday, September 26th at 3:30 p.m. in the Library’s Learning Center. The Library is located at 421 South McClelland Street.The first session, “Basic Life Skills”, is a hands-on workshop that will cover topics such as home maintenance and repair skills, housekeeping know-how, including steps to make your own budget

Santa Barbara County Farm Day Viticulture Hub Features Vineyard Tours; Free Wine Tasting

The fifth annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day on Saturday, September 23 includes vineyard/winemaking tours and free wine tasting at the Farm Day Viticulture Hub located at Allan Hancock College Student Farm and Vineyard in Santa Maria (corner of East Park Avenue and South College Drive at John Osborne Field, Parking Lot 12).  “Since the vineyard is also a teaching location, Farm Day participants will have the rare opportunity to take tours of the vineyard,” says Mary Maranville, founder and CEO of

Tech Made Easy Workshop- Sept 23rd

The City of Santa Maria Public Library is pleased to announce the first in a series of workshops to promote digital literacy. This workshop will be held Saturday, September 23rd at 10:30 a.m. in the Library’s Learning Loft. The Library is located at 421 South McClelland Street.  The first unit of this series will cover basic components of a computer, internet searching, and databases.  The Library will provide laptops for use during the workshop or patrons can bring their own.  Patrons interested in

County Publishes Third Revised Draft Housing Element Update

          The County of Santa Barbara has published a revised Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.       The County of Santa Barbara released a Draft 2023 - 2031 Housing Element Update for public review and comments on January 30, 2023 with comments due on March 1, 2023. The County received over 400 comments! The County revised the draft, incorporating many of the public’s ideas including new programs and 19 new

Manhattan Short Film Festival comes to Santa Maria

Manhattan Short Film Festival comes to Santa MariaThe City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department and Public Library in partnership with the Santa Maria Arts Council, invite film lovers to join over 100,000 film enthusiasts around the world for the 26th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival.    The final 10 films will be screened simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, with the Best Film and Best Actor awards determined by ballots cast by the audiences in each participating

2023 Open Streets is Around the Corner!

Let's walk, bike, dance, and play!!We’re thrilled to announce the 2023 Santa Maria Open Streets will take place on Sunday, October 8th. Taking place along Main St in Santa Maria, this is a FREE community event filled with activities, food, music and fun! Ready to help make this event a success? Become a volunteer TODAY! Interested in hosting an activity? Sign up here by Sept 18th.

Join Us Thursday- Hispanic Business Group Mixer!

This Thursday, September 14th the Hispanic Business Group will be hosting a Mixer Event in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event will be held at the Santa Maria Town Center Mall (upstairs, above Red Robin) from 5:30-7PM.  We invite you to join us for this fun and FREE event for business owners and employees! The event include live entertainment, food & beverages, networking, booths, raffles and more! If you are a confirmed participant having a booth at this event, please plan to set up for the event

Sept 15: SBA Event with SCORE (Spanish)

Mission Hope Cancer Center Hosting Free Cancer Screenings

Mission Hope Cancer Center Hosting Free Cancer Screenings SANTA MARIA, CA – September 11, 2023 – Dignity Health’s Mission Hope Cancer Center is offering multiple free clinics for cancer screenings in Santa Maria. The three free events are specifically for people without health insurance or who are underinsured. Anyone interested must call ahead to make an appointment, spaces are limited. This is not a walk up event. “We’re offering these screenings as part of our commitment to community outreach for our

City of Santa Maria Pavement Repairs Project

City of Santa Maria Pavement Repairs Project  Drivers are advised that temporary delays will occur on various streets in Santa Maria during to the City’s Pavement Repairs Project beginning Monday, September 18thand continuing through the end of January 2024.  It is recommended to use alternate routes when possible.  The project will include the removal and replacement of old and failed asphalt paving, removal of existing traffic striping, grinding of the edges of the existing pavement, the placement of

Comments Encouraged for an Annual Performance & Evaluation Report (Traducción en español sigue)

Traducción en español sigue a continuación   Comments Encouraged for an Annual Performance & Evaluation Report  The public is invited to comment now through Tuesday, September 19th on a report that summarizes how the City utilized Federal funds to assist the community.  The drafted Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Fiscal Year 2022-23 summarizes how the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds were used, what each subrecipient provided as far as services, the

Griffin Plumbing Reaches Momentous Milestone, Celebrates 20 Years of Exceptional Service to the Central Coast

"If We Do The Right Thing By People, Good Things Happen!" FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SANTA MARIA, CA — Sept 7, 2023  Griffin Plumbing Inc., a staple of the Santa Maria local business community, is delighted—and humbled—to announce the celebration of their 20th anniversary of providing top-quality plumbing services to the local community.  Since its inception in 2003, Griffin Plumbing has worked hard to build a well-deserved reputation for its steadfast commitment to superlative customer service.  A lot has

Don’t miss “A Taste of Old Town Orcutt”!

Don’t miss “A Taste of Old Town Orcutt”! On September 16th from 1-4pm, more than 25 participating local businesses will be providing ticket holders with a “Taste of Old Town Orcutt”. From small bites, wine, beer, and cocktail samples, to incentives at the local shops, this event is the perfect way to discover all our charming town has to offer. Funds raised from this event will be used to maintain and improve local infrastructure (trees, bike racks, trash cans, parking, etc.). Your ticket includes a

City of Santa Maria News Release: Public Review of the Second Draft Housing Element 2023 / Traducció

Public Review of the Second Draft Housing Element 2023Traducción en español en la siguiente página (Spanish translation follows below)The Second Draft Housing Element is available for public review and comment from August 29 to September 6. Please visit the Housing Element Update 2023 webpage to review the Second Draft of the Housing Element document, and to learn more about the Housing Element.  WHAT’S BEING PLANNED: The Community Development Department is preparing an update to the Housing Element of the

SOS Virtual Nonprofit Workshop Invitation

SOS Virtual Nonprofit Workshop Invitation: 8/31/2023 10AM-11AM  Greetings!   Join our State’s Business Programs Division (BPD) for a virtual workshop on how to register your nonprofit corporation with the California Secretary of State. We’ll walk you through the process, including a live demonstration of filing with bizfile Online.    The virtual event will take place on Thursday, August 31, 2023, 10:00AM – 11:00AM. Register at: https://bit.ly/3QQYLnJ.   Hope to see you there!   California

CIO Solutions Acquires Compass Consulting

CIO Solutions Acquires Compass Consulting  Santa Maria Chamber member CIO Solutions, one of the Central Coast’s leading Computer Consulting and Network Management companies, has acquired Compass Consulting, further expanding its local presence.  Compass Consulting is a Ventura County-based Information Technology consulting and managed services firm, providing cloud solutions, managed IT services, software development, and IT consulting to small and medium size businesses.  “We want to assure everyone that

Community Leadership & Local Businesses to be celebrated at Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala

  PRESS RELEASE                                                  Contact: Isabel Guerrero FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                  (805) 925-2403 x 853 August 21, 2023                                                       isabel@santamaria.com     Community Leadership & Local Businesses to be celebrated at Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala The Santa Maria Valley Chamber’s 2023 Annual Awards Gala will celebrate community excellence and honor the individuals, organizations and businesses who

Mobile Farmworker Resource Center at the Library

Mobile Farmworker Resource Center at the Library The City of Santa Maria Public Library is pleased to partner with the Santa Barbara County Workforce Development Board Mobile Farmworker Resource Center – Proyecto Campesino, on Saturday, August 26th in Lavagnino Plaza. The mobile Farmworker Resource Center (FWRC) will be onsite from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Lavagnino Plaza in front of the Library at 421 South McClelland Street.  This free event will serve as a one-stop shop providing information and assistance

Centro de Recursos para Trabajadores Agrícolas en la Biblioteca de Santa Maria

Centro de Recursos para Trabajadores Agrícolas en la Biblioteca de Santa Maria  La Biblioteca Pública de la Ciudad de Santa Maria se complacida en asociarse con el Centro Móvil de Recursos Para Trabajadores Agrícolas de la Junta de Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral del condado de Santa Barbara—Proyecto Campesino el sábado, 26 de agosto, en la Plaza Lavagnino. El Centro Móvil de Recursos Para Trabajadores Agrícolas estará enfrente la biblioteca de las 12:00 p.m. hasta las 5:00 p.m. en La Plaza Lavagnino, en

Featured Businesses of the Month August

Featured Businesses of the Month  The City of Santa Maria and Santa Maria Valley Chamber are partnering to highlight different businesses in the City of Santa Maria through their Santa Maria Featured Businesses program. This program gives recognition to businesses who have been in the community for a significant amount of time, and/or providing unique or significant contributions to our community. Not only does this give valuable exposure to these local businesses, it also reminds our community of the

Chamber Welcomes New Members from July 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of July! July 2023 New MembersAll Dry San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara CountyAngels Foster CareDeep Clean CrewEconAllianceFlowForeFront PowerGuadalupe Social ClubSanta Maria Valley Small Engine Repair  

Santa Maria Valley Senior Transportation Options

Santa Maria Valley Senior Transportation Options By Nancy Crawford and Nicole Evans August 1, 2023 As our population ages, ensuring the well-being and independence of senior citizens becomes increasingly important. One key aspect to address is access to transportation, which plays a vital role in maintaining their quality of life. The importance of a multimodal transportation system cannot be overstated, it enables seniors to choose what service options meets their needs and allows them the freedom to

Family Care Network, Inc. is proud to introduce new Chief Executive Officer: Jeff Carlson, MA, LMFT

July Featured Businesses of the Month

Featured Businesses of the Month  The City of Santa Maria and Santa Maria Valley Chamber are partnering to highlight different businesses in the City of Santa Maria through their Santa Maria Featured Businesses program. This program gives recognition to businesses who have been in the community for a significant amount of time, and/or providing unique or significant contributions to our community. Not only does this give valuable exposure to these local businesses, it also reminds our community of the

Chamber Welcomes New Members from June 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of June! June 2023 New MembersMiranda EntertainmentLark + Sparrow LLCCoastal Connection Tours & ChartersGriffin PlumbingRP3 Productions LLCGuaranteed Rate805 Law GroupCalifornia Hot DogsTwitchell & Rice, LLPTachi Palace Hotel & CasinoAflac Central Coast Office

Santa Barbara Humane Newsletter (July 2023)

Santa Barbara Humane Newsletter (July 2023)- Español

County Board of Supervisors Meeting Location Changes Announced

 County of Santa Barbara  PRESS RELEASE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' MEETING LOCATION CHANGES ANNOUNCED  Santa Barbara Audio/Visual project will move meetings to Santa Maria August through October 2023The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting locations for several upcoming meetings have been changed to allow for planned upgrades to the Santa Barbara Hearing Room. The meeting on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 has been moved to Santa Barbara.  This will be the last meeting in the Santa Barbara

Se Anuncian Cambios en la Ubicacion de la Reunion de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado

County of Santa Barbara  PRESS RELEASE SE ANUNCIAN CAMBIOS EN LA UBICACIÓN DE LA REUNIÓN DE LA JUNTA DE SUPERVISORES DEL CONDADOEl proyecto de audio/visual de Santa Bárbara trasladará las reuniones a Santa María de agosto a octubre de 2023   Se han cambiado las ubicaciones de reuniones de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Santa Bárbara para varias reuniones futuras para permitir mejoras planeadas a la Sala de Audiencias de Santa Bárbara. La reunión del martes, 18 de julio de 2023 ha sido

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of July 13 - July 23

Fave Five | July 13 - July 23 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Barbara County FairJuly 12 - 16 Santa Maria Fairpark 937 S. Thornburg Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States There are plenty of carnival rides, animals, petting zoos, pony rides and of course, lots of fantastic fair food

Farmworker Resource Center Kick-Off & Resource Fair

Proyecto Campesino Lanzamiento Y Feria de Recursos

Cottage Health 1st to Offer Robotic Ultrasound Technology for Prostate Cancer

Cottage Health First in Central Coast to Offer Breakthrough Ultrasound Technology for Prostate Cancer Noninvasive technology delivers precise tissue ablation, reduces debilitating side effects SANTA BARBARA –Cottage Health is the first health system on the California Central Coast to offer Focal One’s noninvasive Robotic High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) treatment to patients with localized prostate cancer. HIFU, an outpatient procedure, is today's most advanced technology for precisely targeted

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of July 6 - July 16

Fave Five | July 6 - July 16 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Rancho Sisquoc: Sisquoc SaturdayJuly 8 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rancho Sisquoc 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Join Ranch Sisquoc for their July Sisquoc Saturday! There will be live music by Will Breman

Cottage Health Welcomes Andrew Brown as New Vice President of Advancement

July 5, 2023 Cottage Health Welcomes Andrew Brown as New Vice President of Advancement SANTA BARBARA – Following a national search, Cottage Health has appointed Andrew Brown as the new Vice President of Advancement. In this role, Mr. Brown will lead fund development operations and work closely with the foundations providing critical fundraising support for Cottage Health. Mr. Brown brings more than 20 years of experience in advancement leadership. Most recently, Mr. Brown served as Vice President of

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of June 29 - July 9

Fave Five | June 29 - July 9 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Star Spangled JamboreeJuly 4 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Abel Maldonado Community Center 600 S. McClelland St. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Get ready to groove with Rock Odyssey, enjoy delicious food from a variety of food

Hats off to the Graduates of Marian Regional Medical Center’s Residency Programs

Hats off to the Graduates of Marian Regional Medical Center’s Residency Programs SANTA MARIA, CA – June 24, 2023 – On Saturday Marian Regional Medical Center (MRMC) hosted the annual graduation of residents from the Marian Family Medicine Residency Program and the Marian Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Program. The seven Marian Family Medicine Residency Program graduates and one Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency graduate were elated to have completed the program, and celebrated with faculty, staff,

Chamber Welcomes New Board Leadership for 23-24 Fiscal Year

July marks the beginning of a new fiscal year, and the Chamber is excited to welcome new leadership to the Board of Directors to help guide the organization’s work in serving the Santa Maria Valley community. “The Santa Maria Valley Chamber brings our businesses together and helps solve the challenges our community is facing,” explained incoming Board Chair Paul Cook. “I’m looking forward to serving as Board Chair for an organization that plays such a vital role in our community.” Cook, who is the

Leadership Santa Maria Valley- Leadership Topic Day

The Leadership Santa Maria Valley Class of 2023 recently participated in their final monthly seminar or “Topic Day.” Serving as an opportunity to reflect on their journey and to think what class participants will do differently moving forward, the June topic day was centered around community leadership.  To begin the day, class member Olivia Bernal (People’s Self-Help Housing Center) spoke to the class about her leadership journey and the personal hardships she has overcome to become the leader she is

SB Humane June 2023 Outreach Newsletter

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Chamber Welcomes New Members from May 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of May! Member NameOmni Design, Inc. Quest National Security - Santa MariaQuest National Security - San Luis ObispoBridge of Hope Home Care Services Dana Reserve, LLCCreative Flooring 

Local Leaders Weigh In: Leadership Santa Maria Valley

Each month, we’re asking our local leaders to weigh in on a timely topic. This month, we’re talking to our graduates from the Leadership Santa Maria Valley Class of 2023. As the program concluded, we asked participants to reflect on their greatest lessons learned, most enjoyable moments experienced through LSMV, and plans for the future.Here's what they shared:  “Going through the LSMV program was a very subversive experience. Learning about major aspects of what makes Santa Maria Valley function and

Santa Maria Valley Chamber Celebrates Leadership Program Graduation

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber hosted a graduation for its Leadership Santa Maria Valley program’s Class of 2023. The celebration event was held at the Radisson Hotel in Santa Maria on Friday, June 9th from 5:30-7PM. Program graduates, their families and employers were in attendance.   Leadership Santa Maria Valley is an 11-month program designed to foster and create future community leaders. Since its founding in 1995, the program has allowed participants to increase their understanding of local

Small Businesses May Apply Now to COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant Program

Small Businesses May Apply Now to COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant ProgramBy  CalChamber -June 9, 2023Eligible California small businesses may apply now for a state program that awards funds for costs incurred from the COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave. Under the California Small Business and Nonprofit COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant Program, eligible businesses may be awarded between $5,000–$50,000. Funds are limited and will be awarded based on eligibility and availability of

Seniors Experiencing Gaps in Transportation

Seniors experiencing gaps in transportation. Written by Nancy Crawford of Care Connection Transport Services Many seniors in our area face gaps within the public transportation system, such as missed rides, pickup and drop off delays, and long waiting periods between rides. Navigating the public transportation system is hard enough as it is for our seniors with ever-changing technology and unreliability that they become frustrated and end up giving up hope. The lack of seamless transportation solutions

SMRT Ride Guide: Effective July 2023

SMRT Ride Guide: Effective July 2023Route schedules can be picked up at the Transit Center, on the buses and outlets. If you have any questions call SMRT Dispatch at (805) 928-5624.

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of June 8 - June 18

Fave Five | June 8 - June 18 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. West Coast College & University Wine FestivalJune 10 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Allan Hancock College 800 S. College Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States The inaugural West Coast College & University Wine Festival will provide an

CASA Volunteers Needed Now!

Carmel & Naccasha Welcomes Attorney Stephanie Barclay as Partner

June 1, 2023  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                      Contact: Ron Yukelsonryukelson@carnaclaw.com  Carmel & Naccasha Welcomes Attorney Stephanie Barclay as Partner  Carmel & Naccasha LLP is thrilled to welcome Stephanie Barclay to Carmel & Naccasha, LLP  where she will join our Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning team.  Prior to joining C&N, Stephanie worked for 10 years at SLO Legal Assistance Foundation (SLOLAF) where she served in many different

LSMV Topic Day Highlights Agriculture in Our Community

The Santa Maria Valley Leadership Class of 2023 conducted their Agriculture Day on May 5th, 2023. The day was spent visiting local farms, making butter, listening to how Agriculture awareness is being brought to our community, and having the opportunity to learn about Allan Hancock College Viniculture program.  The day was highlighted by learning about a local company that is a major player in the world of berries. Driscoll’s berries (located off Stowell in Santa Maria) controlled 1/3 of the $6 billion

Connection Feature: Building the Next Leaders of the Santa Maria Valley

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber recognizes the great importance of workforce development in our efforts of continuing to promote the development and success of the Santa Maria Valley. Over the last few years, the Chamber has implemented several programs and initiatives to support our local students and professionals as they grow and learn.    Junior CEO provides local youth with an opportunity to build entrepreneurship skills and launch their own business.     The Junior CEO program is a six-week

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of May 25 - June 4

Fave Five | May 25 - June 4 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. West Coast Kustoms Cruisin’ NationalsMay 26 - 28 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Santa Maria Fairpark 937 S. Thornburg Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Don’t Miss The West Coast Kustoms 2023 Cruisin’ Nationals! The event starts on Friday

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of May 18 - May 28

Fave Five | May 18 - May 28 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Riverbench: 50th Anniversary Open HouseMay 20 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Riverbench Vineyard & Winery 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Riverbench vineyard. The Riverbench team

Chamber Welcomes New Members from April 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of April! Member Name805Concerts LLCBetter Business Bureau of the Tri-CountiesCasa Comal Cocina Tradicional MexicanaConnect Auto CRES Training, Inc. EP Safety Plus, LLCeXp RealtyFeed My Seoul LLCFriends of the Santa Maria Valley RailroadInsperity Santa Maria Public MarketSavinas Home-Made Tamales Co LLCVolt Workforce SolutionsWINGS Preschool

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of April 27 - May 7

Fave Five | April 27 - May 7 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Strawberry FestivalApril 28 - 30 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Santa Maria Fairpark 937 S. Thornburg Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States The Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival is a celebration of our county’s number one

Local Leaders Weigh In: Santa Maria Valley Development

Each month, we’re asking our local leaders to weigh in on a timely topic. This month, we’re talking about the development of the Santa Maria Valley. We asked:  “Santa Maria and the surrounding areas are planning for where and how anticipated growth would happen. We also need to think about how to make the community attractive to businesses and families. What do you think the Santa Maria Valley needs to be the community of choice for business and residents?” "Personally I think we need more areas where

Leadership Santa Maria Valley- Sustainability and Natural Resources Topic Day

​On Friday, April 14, 2023, the Leadership Santa Maria Valley class of 2023 embarked on another Topic Day, this time, centered around Sustainability and Natural Resources.  Starting off the day, the class met excited to travel to their first stop, Engel & Gray (E&G), where they were able to tour the facilities and learn about some of the composting efforts taking place right here in Santa Maria. Among many topics, the class learned about recycling efforts, agricultural waste, and even the process for

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of April 20 - April 30

Fave Five | April 20 - April 30 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Rancho Sisquoc: Sisquoc SaturdayApril 22@ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rancho Sisquoc 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States It is the 1st Sisquoc Saturday of 2023! There will be live music by, Bradley Tyson & “Moms

Keeping Local Restaurants Cooking, The PG&E Corporation Foundation Renews Contribution to Restaurant

Independent Restaurant Owners in PG&E’s Service Area Can Apply for $5,000 Grants Oakland, Calif. — For the third consecutive year, The PG&E Corporation Foundation (The PG&E Foundation) is providing grants to independent restaurant owners and their staffs through the California Restaurant Foundation’s (CRF) Restaurants Care Resilience Fund. The PG&E Foundation is contributing $900,000 this year to help build more resilient hometown businesses for the long term. The PG&E Foundation’s donation will help fund

Chamber Welcomes New Members from March 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of March! March 2023 New MembersArtemis Artworks Santa Barbara Home Power Program American Riveria BankCard My Yard Santa MariaAltrusa Int' Foundation of Golden Valley, Inc. First StudentAdobeGina's Piece of Cake - OrcuttMichelle G. Cothran, Trusted REALTOR at PB & Associates

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of April 13 - April 23

Fave Five | April 13 - April 23 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum Free Family Kite FestivalApril 15 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Rotary Centennial Park 2625 S. College Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Kite flying stunts, lessons, contests, games and

Santa Maria Valley Chamber Welcomes Marketing & Communications Coordinator Isabel Guerrero

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber is pleased to welcome Isabel Guerrero to the Chamber staff as the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. In this role, Isabel will support Chamber programs and its membership through the management of various social media, website, print and other communication channels, maintain the Chamber’s media relationships, and manage various Chamber communication partnerships and projects.A Santa Maria native, Isabel attended Orcutt Academy High School and graduated University of

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of April 6 - April 16

Fave Five | April 6 - April 16 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Downtown Fridays 2023April 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Town Center West Corner of Main St. & Broadway Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Downtown Fridays are Back! This year is filled with many new vendors, new

Elected Officials Provide Array of Business Resources to Local Community

Elected officials are often known for their work in advocacy and public policy. What many may not be aware of is the array of free business resources available through public offices at the local, county and state level. We had a chance to talk with some of our local elected officials on the resources and assistance they provide the business community.  Senator Monique Limón’s office provides direct assistance and in-person support for businesses  Senator Monique Limón’s office says they are always there

Leadership Santa Maria Valley Topic Day Showcases the Heart behind Local Healthcare

Healthcare is an industry with a lot of heart. That was the takeaway form the recent Leadership Santa Maria Valley’s Health & Human Services Topic Day, where the class learned about the wide range of healthcare & mental health services available in the Santa Maria Valley.The class first visited Community Health Centers of the Central Coast (CHC). Timothy Mossholder from Santa Maria Foursquare Church started the day with a leadership presentation centered around advancing in leadership through capacity and

Local Leaders Weigh In: AI in the Workplace

Each month, we’re asking our local leaders to weigh in on a timely topic. This month, we’re talking about AI in the workplace. We asked:  AI services like Chat GPT are becoming more popular. As an employer, what do you feel some of the benefits and challenges will be as AI tools become more commonplace?” “As the leader of a High Technology company, the prospects for AI are very exciting. There is still a lot to learn about how it can be incorporated, I look forward to exploring how we can incorporate AI

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of March 23 - April 2

Fave Five | March 23 - April 2 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Presqu’ile: Happy Hour Music Series – Will BremanMarch 24 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Presqu'ile 5391 Presquile Drive Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Nothing says Friday Night Happy Hour like lounging in our tasting room and

Chamber Welcomes New Members from February 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of February! Awakening GiantzBec Health ChickCharles Motley Empowered by NEXA Mortgage, LLC Human Interest MD3 Investments Nena's Kitchen New Hope Harvesting, LLCPlanes of Fame Air Museum SGT DGE Snap It 360Sonam Narayan, Realtor - eXp Realty 

Leadership Santa Maria Valley- Business & Economics Topic Day

Leadership Santa Maria Valley- Business & Economics Topic DayBy: Wendy Robles-Garcia, Accounting Manager, Fighting Back Santa Maria Valley  Leadership Santa Maria Valley (LSMV) had the opportunity to learn how business and economics impact the community. In order to make this day happen the planning committee included,Shelby McLean,David Hernandez,Olivia Bernal, Wendy Robles, along with advisors Edgar Gascon, Steven Funkhouser, and JD Scroggin. They organized a day filled with multiple business tours and

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of March 9 - March 19

Fave Five | March 9 - March 19 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. St. Patrick’s Day Car ShowMarch 11 @  10:00 am - 3:00 pm St. Louis de Monfort Church 1190 E. Clark Ave. Orcutt, CA 93455 United States Come one come all to the Annual Knights of Columbus St Patrick’s Day Car Show! The show is

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of February 23 - March 5

Fave Five | February 23 - March 5 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Philharmonic: Breaking BoundariesFebruary 25 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Grace Baptist Church 605 E. McCoy Ln anta Maria, CA 93454 United States The Santa Maria Philharmonic Orchestra and Maestro Michael Nowak will

City of Santa Maria News Release: Featured Businesses of the Month February 2023

NEWS RELEASE  February 22, 2023Page 1 of 2  Featured Businesses of the Month  The City of Santa Maria and Santa Maria Valley Chamber are partnering to highlight different businesses in the City of Santa Maria through their Santa Maria Featured Businesses program. This program gives recognition to businesses who have been in the community for a significant amount of time, and/or providing unique or significant contributions to our community. Not only does this give valuable exposure to these local

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of February 16 – February 26

Fave Five | February 16 - February 26 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. PCPA: The River BrideFebruary 16 - 19 @ 7:00 pm - 6:00 pm Pacific Conservatory Theatre 870 S. Bradley Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Once upon a time… along the Amazon river… Marisela Treviño Orta describes

Welcome New Members of February 2023

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome these businesses who joined membership in the month of January! 101 Pension SolutionsAmeriprise FinancialAtrévete Al Cambio Integral Wellness Center   Barbara Wilson, Art and Photography  BK's Bookkeeping LLC  Coastal Home Living   Guild Mortgage -Orcutt   Inspirations Event & Floral Design  Managed Career Solutions, SPC / America's Job Center of California -Santa MariaMichael J. Scott Law Office  Popolo Catering  Sabores Inc.UberfleetsVanessa

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of February 2 - February 12

Fave Five | February 2 - February 12 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Costa De Oro: Earls Of TuesdayFebruary 3 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Costa de Oro 1331 Nicholson Ave. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Come out to Costa De Oro and kick off your weekend right with some live music! Earls of

City of Santa Maria News Release: Featured Businesses of the Month

NEWS RELEASE  January 20, 2023Page 1 of 2  Featured Businesses of the Month  The City of Santa Maria and Santa Maria Valley Chamber are partnering to highlight different businesses in the City of Santa Maria through their Santa Maria Featured Businesses program. This program gives recognition to businesses who have been in the community for a significant amount of time, and/or providing unique or significant contributions to our community. Not only does this give valuable exposure to these local

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of January 26 - February 5

Fave Five | January 26 - February 5 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Presqu’ile: Happy Hour Music Series – Bear EriksonJanuary 27 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Presqu'ile Winery 5391Presquile Drive Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States Join Presqu'ile on Friday the 13th from 5 - 7:30 pm for music by

Leadership Santa Maria Valley- Youth & Education Topic Day

Youth and Education Dayby Christopher Narez, Staff Development Manager County of Santa Barbara Santa Maria Valley Leadership Class of 2023 conducted a Youth and Education topic day on December 2nd, 2022. As with many of the topic days, this one was highly informative.  The following is a summary of some of highlights: The group started at Allan Hancock College, where the president Dr. Walthers spoke about Hancock’s efforts to provide advanced education to Santa Maria Students through its Hancock Promise

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of January 19 - January 29

Fave Five | January 19 - January 29 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Naughty Oak : Beer Yoga With JennJanuary 21 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Naughty Oak Brewery 165 S. Broadway, Ste. 102 Orcutt, CA 93455 United States Start off your Saturday with some yoga and beer! Vida Yoga’s own Jenn will

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of January 12 - January 22

Fave Five | January 12 - January 22 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. 2023 Dine Out Santa Maria Style & Craft Cocktail ContestJanuary 13 - February 12  Santa Maria Valley Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States The month-long celebration of Santa Maria Valley culinary culture, is back and taking

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of January 5 - January 15

Fave Five | January 5 - January 15 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Naughty Oak : Trivia NightJanuary 11 @  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Naughty Oak 165 S. Broadway Ste. 102 Orcutt, CA 93455 United States Gather your friends and family and assemble your team, and join Trivia host, Jim for a battle of

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of December 22 - January 1

Fave Five | December 22 - January 1 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Elks Recreation: Christmas In The CountryDecember 23 - 24 @  6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Elks Unocal Event Center 4040 South Highway 101 Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Visitors embark on a magical holiday light drive-through

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of December 8 - December 18

Fave Five | December 8 - December 18 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Old Town Orcutt Christmas ParadeDecember 10 @  5:20 pm - 8:00 pm Old Orcutt Clark Ave Orcutt, CA 93455 United States The Old Town Orcutt Christmas Parade has been a holiday favorite since 1961. Started by the volunteer

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of December 1 - December 11

Fave Five | December 1 - December 11 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Christmas Parade of LightsDecember 3 @ 5:20 pm - 8:00 pm Santa Maria Broadway from Stowell to Cook St. Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States A holiday tradition continues as the 2022 Annual Santa Maria

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of November 24 - December 4

Fave Five | November 24 - December 4 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Valley Wine Trolley's Final WeekendNovember 25 - 27 @ 10:30 am - 6:00 pm Santa Maria Valley Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Don't miss the last weekend of wine trolley season! The Santa Maria Valley Wine

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of November 17 - November 27

Fave Five | November 17 - November 27 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Vino et Amicis: Live Music By Keith CoxNovember 18 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Vino et Amicis 165 S. Broadway, Ste. 101 Orcutt, CA 93455 United States This Friday night Vino et Amicis welcomes back their friend, Keith Cox! He

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of November 10 - November 20

Fave Five | November 10 - November 20 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. PCPA: CinderellaNovember 10 - November 13 @ 7:00 pm - 5:00 pm Pacific Conservatory Theatre 870 S. Bradley Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Last seen at PCPA in 2015 and back by popular demand for the whole family:

City of Santa Maria Shopping Cart PSA

Shopping cart owners can be fined up to $1,000 each day for carts found outside store boundaries. Presently, the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department returns abandoned shopping carts to the respective stores. This practice is unsustainable and not good use of taxpayer dollars. The City Community Development Code Enforcement Division will be conducting educational “Walk and Talks” with local grocery store businesses regarding abandoned shopping carts and the City’s Shopping Cart Containment

EMDR Psychotherapy

What is it?EMDR is an acronym used to describe a psychotherapy technique called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.  Although research has not discovered exactly how EMDR works, we have research saying it does.  I think EMDR falls under a lot of scrutiny from the skeptics (like anything worthwhile, it has its fair share of skeptics) because truly, we don’t know why most psychotherapy techniques work.  There are 8 phases to EMDR treatment.  The phases that get the most attention is phases 3-6–when

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of November 3 – November 13

Fave Five | November 3 - November 13 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Great American Melodrama: Scary Poppins November 2 - November 6 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Great American Melodrama 1863 Front St. Oceano,  CA 93445 United States When their kooky inventor father decides they need some

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of October 27 - November 6

Fave Five | October 27 - November 6 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Elks Recreation: Haunted Hills…Drive Thru If You DareOctober 29 - October 30 @ 10:30 am - 6:30 pm Santa Maria Elks Unocal Event Center 4040 South Highway 101 Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Drive Thru spooky scenes,

Leadership Santa Maria Valley: Exploring Public Safety in Our Community

Leadership Santa Maria Valley: Exploring Public Safety in Our Community By Joyce Melena, Corporate Trainer Community Health Centers Leadership Santa Maria Valley had the opportunity to visit and meet those who make the greatest influence on our community safety. Organizers included: Amelia Gonzalez-Paz (Coast Hills Credit Union), Shelby McLean (CALM), Joyce Melena (Community Health Centers) and Diane Alleman-Stevens as Leadership Advisor. The goal for the day was to get a glimpse of what our local Public

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of October 20 - October 30

Fave Five | October 20 - October 30 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria Wine TrolleyOctober 22 - November 27 @ 10:30 am - 6:30 pm Santa Maria Valley Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States Thanks to high demand the Santa Maria Wine Trolley service through Thanksgiving weekend! Sit

Santa Maria Wine Trolley extends service through Thanksgiving weekend

Trolley passengers can visit some of the area’s most popular tasting rooms every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 27, 2022 (plus, Black Friday)Oct. 18, 2022 (SANTA MARIA, CA) –Sit back, relax and get ready to sip your way through Santa Maria Valley’s tasting rooms on the Santa Maria Wine Trolley. Thanks to high demand, the trolley service’s operation dates have been extended through Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. The trolley runs Saturdays and Sundays, plus Black Friday. Trolley tickets can be purchased in

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of October 13 - October 23

Fave Five | October 13 - October 23 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Central Coast AirFestOctober 15 - 16 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Maria Public Airport 3217 Terminal Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States The Central Coast AirFest is back for another action-packed weekend with military

Santa Maria Valley: Fave Five for the Week of October 6 - October 16

Fave Five | October 6 - October 16 From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we'll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley. Docent-led Hike at Rancho Guadalupe Dunes PreserveOctober 8 Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve 6999 W. Main St. Guadalupe, CA 93434 United States Just south of Guadalupe lies an extraordinary and unique nature preserve.

Santa Maria Valley Next January & February 2022: Building & Construction Trades

Santa Maria Valley Next highlights the career readiness training offered in high school career pathways and recognizes students who are excelling in these various pathways. This month, we are highlighting youth excelling in the Building & Construction Trades pathways.Pathway Description: Agriculture Construction ProgramThe Righetti High School Agriculture Construction is an integral part of the Agriculture Mechanics Pathway in our Agriculture Department. The Construction program provides our students with

Santa Maria Valley Next March 2022: Food Service & Hospitality and Information and Computer Technologies

Santa Maria Valley Next highlights the career readiness training offered in high school career pathways and recognizes students who are excelling in these various pathways. This month, we are highlighting youth excelling in the Food Service & Hospitality and Information and Communication Technologies pathways.Pathway Description: Food Service & Hospitality PathwayAt Pioneer Valley we offer two levels of culinary arts where a variety of cooking and baking techniques are mastered. Within our program

eCommerce as an SEO Strategy

If you have spent any time on Amazon you are already familiar with verbose descriptions of each item for sale, product reviews from verified purchases, and the ability to search by product name, product description and category.  These elements are some of the secret sauce that has made Amazon so successful.  They provide their shoppers plenty of information to make a confident purchase decision and at the same time this data is structured in a way that Google can gobble the information up. Google is not a

SEO you shouldn’t trust

SEO advice and services have been offered since Search Engines started crawling the internet. I still see Marketing Agencies offering SEO services that employ tricks that lost relevance almost 2 decades ago.  These SEOs offering low-cost SEO are selling nothing but Snake Oil.  My hope is to educate you on what to look for so you can protect yourself. Think of your SEO Agency like a personal trainer, a trainer thinks about everything at every level, not just the machines you use in your workout, but also

Featured Business of the Month: The Okonite Company

The Okonite Company was our featured manufacturing business for January 2022! Here’s some additional information about the business.Provide a brief description of the business: The Okonite Company was founded in 1878 making it one of the original insulators of electrical wire and cable in the United States.  Okonite serves a multitude of industry markets including Electric Utility, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Military bases, Railroad, and Transit.When was the business formed? The Okonite Company was founded in

Featured Business of the Month: Cugini's Pizzeria & Trattoria

Cugini's Pizzeria & Trattoria was our featured women-owned business for January 2022! Here’s some additional information about the business.Provide a brief description of the business: Cugini's Pizzeria & Trattoria is an italian restaurant, we make most of our food from scratch. We have Pasta's, Sandwiches, Pizza , Salads and Gyro'sWhen was the business formed?1999 in San Luis ObispoHow has the business grown?With the help from the community and the great food and service we provide.Current number of

Featured Business of the Month: Mob Armor

Mob Armor was our featured manufacturing business for December 2021! Here’s some additional information about the business.When was the business formed? 2014How has the business grown? Started in SLO then moved to Santa Maria in 2015.  Santa Maria was welcoming.  Thanks to warehouse space, fiber internet and manufacturing atmosphere/pro manufacturing attitude.Current number of employees: 22Describe how your business has innovated their product/service: We started with rugged Smartphone mounts which then

Featured Business of the Month: The VegBoss, LLC

The VegBoss, LLC was our featured women-owned business for December 2021! Here’s some additional information about the business.When was the business formed? 2018How has the business grown? By expanding our product offerings, reaching out to new growers in both North and South America and continuing to provide best in class service.Current number of employees: 6Describe how your business has innovated their product/service: We have a few proprietary packs of cauliflower and broccoli that has helped us

Santa Maria Valley Next November 2021: Agriculture & Natural Resources

Santa Maria Valley Next highlights the career readiness training offered in high school career pathways and recognizes students who are excelling in these various pathways. This month, we are highlighting four local high schoolers excelling in the Agriculture & Natural Resources career pathways.Eric Ceja12th Grade, Santa Maria High SchoolEric Ceja, a 12th grader from Santa Maria High School is our Santa Maria Valley Chamber CTE Student of the Month in the Agricultural Science Pathway. He was nominated by

Santa Maria Next October 2021: Business & Finance and Information & Computer Technologies

Santa Maria Valley Next highlights the career readiness training offered in high school career pathways and recognizes students who are excelling in these various pathways. This month, we are highlighting youth excelling in the Business & Finance and Information & Computer Technologies pathways.   Business & Finance Pathway Description: Persons trained in fields such as business management, international trade, and various financial services specialties (e.g., accounting, banking, and investing) will

Chamber Launches ''Santa Maria Next'' Program to Highlight Local Students Excelling in Career Pathways

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber has partnered with the Santa Barbara County Education Office on "Santa Maria Next", a program that highlights the career readiness training offered in high school career pathways and recognizes students who are excelling in these various pathways. "As a champion for a strong local community, we know that local workforce development is a critical part of a vibrant community," explained Glenn Morris, President/CEO of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber. "Santa Maria Next gives us