Musical Magic a Hundred Years in the Making
The Santa Maria Philharmonic Orchestra and Maestro Michael Nowak welcome a guest ensemble, the Allan Hancock College Singers, to close out the 2024-25 concert season with a concert that explores a sƟrring and profound range of human expression. “The Sacred and The Profane” will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 7:30pm at Grace Baptist Church (605 E McCoy Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93455). Early 20th Century composer Darius Milhaud expresses French exoticism through jazz-inspired harmonies and rhythms that
State of Education Event to Address Key Educational Developments and Community Initiatives in Santa Maria Valley
[SANTA MARIA, CA. April 2, 2025] - Local leaders will come together to share insights into current initiatives and future plans for supporting students, schools and workforce development in the region at the annual State of Education event, scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PDT at the Santa Maria Fairpark, Fountain Pavilion, located at 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria, CA 93458. Hosted by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber, the event will include presentations from the Santa
CAL POLY TO LAUNCH NEW BACHELOR’S DEGREE OFFERINGS AT ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE
MARCH 17, 2025-- Allan Hancock College and California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo are partnering to significantly expand access to in-person baccalaureate degrees in northern Santa Barbara County. Beginning in fall 2026, Cal Poly will offer a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Allan Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus, providing local students with access to a high-quality and affordable bachelor's degree. Cal Poly is also committing to launching two
