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27th annual fish derby at Cachuma Lake draws anglers of all ages
Cachuma Lake was filled with anglers of all ages during the 27th annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby, as dozens of winners took home more than $5,000 in cash prizes and merchandise. Thanks to the 565 registered contestants and 61 volunteers who planned and operated the derby, raffle and...
A ‘Spectacle’ of a Show at Solvang Theaterfest
On their most recent single, “Let’s Be Real,” Oriana Sanders, lead vocalist of the reggae-fusion group Soul Majestic sings, “Maybe we could just be authentic, let′s stop pretending now.” “Authentic” seems a good word for the group that has been serving up eclectic, danceable reggae tunes across Southern California for more than two decades.
A happy Mother's Day, and visions of summer | Kevin Merrill
Cool windy days have given way to a beautiful Mother’s Day weekend. Daytime temperatures around 80 degrees remind us that summer is around the corner. Unfortunately, our hillsides are beginning to turn brown thanks to the wind and warm days. Hard to believe that the month of June is just around the corner.
Juneteenth SYV Ball & Art Show Gets Mardi Gras Vibe Going
The Santa Ynez Valley will present its 5th annual Juneteenth celebration, this year themed Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball & Art Show, Friday, June 7 at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum & Carriage House. Organized by Juneteenth SYV, the event invites attendees of all backgrounds to join in the festivities...
A Walk through the Cypress: Pouring the art out in lusty month of May
It’s May! The lusty month. We are in the fullness of spring, with its myriad colors, fragrances and sense of jubilation. The Cypress Gallery has works of art to equal this joyful state of mind. Our featured artist, Chris Jeszeck, continues to thrill us with lavish abundance in her...
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