Saturday, February 6
How do we get what we want in life?” The Authors’ talk addressing that question, 3 p.m. at The C Gallery, 466 Bell Street. Both authors, Sandy Nathan and Barbra Minar will select a few responses from the vase, as well as deliver their 10 minute prepared talk. Q and A follows along with book signings. Refreshments, chairs, and .... Free.
Tuesday, February 9
PAWS Park needs a hand.Volunteers are needed to benefit PAWS Park, located at 568 Dawn Drive in Buellton. Organizers are planning a monthly get-together of “PAWS People” for an open exchange of ideas. The first meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Firestone Brewery and the public is invited. Many people were hoping for acres of grass. Non-profit organization has to provide all of the required supplies, maintenance and landscaping materials are still needed. We are currently exploring more ‘eco-friendly’ alternatives that are easier to maintain and affordable. To donate or contact PAWS Park of Santa Ynez Valley Inc., a nonprofit organization, visit the website www.SYVPAWS.org, email: syvpaws@gmail.com, or mail to: Paws Park of Santa Ynez Valley Inc., PO Box 269, Buellton, CA 93427.
Thursday, February 11
Maverick Saloon - “Free Jukebox Night” You Play, We Pay. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
Friday, February 12
Maverick Saloon 6:45 p.m. - Dance Lessons. 8:30 pm - Von Cotton, Country Western music. 11:30 p.m. - DJPJ Dance Party. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
There are 12 tickets left for the next “Sing To Me” concert with husband/wife duo, Sweet Talk Radio at 8 p.m. Backyard bonfire and complimentary champagne/wine at intermission. Want a sneak preview and hear them sing? www.thecgallery.com/sweettalk.html. Tickets are $20 per person, 344-3807 or connie@thecgallery.com. Credit cards OK.
Saturday, February 13
The C Gallery is holding the 2nd Rug-Hooking workshop with Sue Sattler from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Two available spaces. We’ve got the stuff. Want to join us? $75 with your own materials; $95 with our materials and equipment. Lunch on your own. Drop Connie a note or call 344-3807.
Maverick Saloon - 2 p.m. - “Concert on the Deck”. 8:30 pm - Richie Varela & Hidden Language and Show - Valentine’s Party 11:30 pm - DJPJ Dance Party. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
Wednesday, February 17
Maverick Saloon “Free Jukebox Night” You Play, We Pay - Tales From The Tavern at 7 p.m. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
Thursday, February 18
Maverick Saloon presents Albert Lee in Concert - Grammy Award Winner, 5 time “Best Country Guitarist” - 8 p.m. Tickets at the door. $10. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
Friday, February 19
Maverick Saloon presents: A Salute to classic rock with Primal Tribe and Special Guests 8:30 p.m. - Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
Wednesday, March 3
Maverick Saloon - “Free Jukebox Night” You Play, We Pay. Tales From the Tavern at 7 p.m. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
Saturday, March 5
Maverick Saloon - 2:00 pm - “Concert on the Deck” with Roy Schmeck & Friends, 6:45 p.m. - Dance Lessons. 8:30 pm - Roy Schmeck and the Schmecktones are back for a Big Party. Fun Country Western music. 11:30 p.m. - DJPJ Dance Party.. Must be 21 or older. 686-4785.
OUT OF TOWN
February 13 - 14
Love Love Love Performance at the Granada Theater. Enjoy a night with this endearing performance of love songs by Santa Barbara Choral Society and State Street Ballet. The world premiere of choral work by the legendary producer of the Beatles, Sir George Martin, and a medley of Beatles music with choreography by Bill Soleau make this a not-to-be-missed event. Tickets are included in price. 5:30 p.m.-12 a.m., Anderson Recreation Center Curb, $50, Register by Feb. 4, (805) 875-8100.
Saturday, February 20
Vintners’ Express. The American Riviera Wine Auction, A benefit for Direct Relief International. Get on board the Vintners’ Express. 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Direct Relief International’s warehouse will be transformed with vintage-style train decor and elegant, family-style dining, featuring comfort food with a gourmet twist. Feast on delicious hors d’ oeuvres created by six local chefs and a fabulous dinner by nationally recognized Jeff Olsson of New West Catering Enjoy winery hosted tables and a live auction with exclusive wines, travel and entertainment items including wine trips to Bordeaux, France and South Africa. Vintner honoree will be Tom Beckmen, founder of Beckmen Vineyards in Los Olivos, and Beckmen wines will be served during the silent auction. Get your tickets now as this event always sells out! Presale tickets are $225 until 2/1/10, $250 after. Call (805) 879-4952 or email vintnersexpress@sbcountywines.com. Direct Relief International Headquarters, 27 S. La Patera Lane, Santa Barbara.
ONGOING EVENTS
Monthly and Bi-Monthly
United Voluntary Services rolls bandages for Direct Relief International the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Rancho Santa Ynez mobile home park and the fourth Monday of the month from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the First Baptist Church on Janin Way. For information call Mary at 686-1965.
The Santa Ynez Valley Women’s Bible Study meets on the first and third Friday of each month, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Mission Oaks Club House, 749 Hillside Drive off Viborg in Solvang. We will be studying the Book of James. It is a non-denominational group study. Everyone is welcome. The study will go from the first Fri. in Oct. to the first Fri. in June and is taught by Sharron Luft at 688-5403.
Free Support Group in Santa Ynez. “Cancer Conversations” meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 4 p.m. at Rabobank, 1660 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang. Upcoming meetings are Oct. 8 and Nov. 12 (no meeting Oct. 22). The support group is for patients, family & friends to share their thoughts and feelings about the cancer experience. Facilitated by Kate Zeiss, P.h.D., M.S.W. Info Rosario Campuzano at 563-5852 or ccsb.org
Investor’s Roundtable: Markets and the Value of the Dollar. 3:30 - 5 p.m. Helping individual investors since 1995, the Investors’ Roundtable welcomes both novice and veteran investors to informal presentations and discussions. Meets on the second Saturdays of each month at the Solvang Library - check with library for dates.
Weekly
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises, Osprey or Eagle Cruise. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under). $8 Park admission per vehicle. 686-5050 or 686-5055, cachuma.com.
Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Los Olivos. $3 pp, Mon-Sun, 693-1600.
Gambler’s Anonymous meets at Lompoc Valley Alano Club at 2 p.m. every Sunday, at 119 North D Street. Phone 737-3969 for more information.
Tuesdays
Brain Injury and stroke survivors meets at 545 Alisal Rd in Solvang. Support Group meets from 1-3 p.m. Questions, call Cheryl at 563-2882.
Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs, & fun for little ones. Stay for a craft afterwards and make a new friend! Solvang Library 688-4214.
Solvang Rotary Club, Alisal River Grill Restaurant, 7:15 a.m., solvangrotary.com.
Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe, Wine and Art, 5-7 p.m. Meets the first Tuesday of every month.
Soul Group Gathering, Jivamukti Center, 6:30 p.m., 688-7079, jivamukticenter.com.
Wednesdays
Kids, come check out the Awana Clubs at Trinity Baptist Church for games, Bible lessons 6:46-8:15 p.m., K-2 and 3-6 grades, 1693 Laurel Ave., Solvang, 688-8750, trinitysyv.net.
Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs, and fun for little ones. Stay for a craft afterwards. Solvang Library 688-4214.
Support the Troops Packing Day - 4th Wednesday of each month, 3 p.m. SYV Womens’ Club, 533 Atterdag, Solvang. 686-7976.
Farmers Market Certified Organic. 2:30-6 p.m. Fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers etc, 688-0701.
Los Olivos Wine Merchant and Cafe’s Tailor to your Taste, 5-7 p.m., Choose from five wines and hors d’oeuvres, $15 pp.
SYV Rotary Club meets at the Buellton Marriott, 12:15 p.m., santaynezvalleyrotary.org.
Thursdays
Wandering Dog Wine Bar’s Blind Tasting 4-8 p.m. Tasters will examine each wine for nose, color, mouthfeel and finish and then make an ultimate guess as to the origin, vintage, and if you are really good, winery, that each wine is from. Cost is $15 pp. Check our Website for each week’s theme wanderingdogwinebar.com.
Support the Troops Game Day - 2nd Thursday of each month, noon to 3 p.m. $5 donation - snacks, drinks, fun and friendship - Nextrain, Bridge, etc. SYV Rancho Mobile Estates Clubhouse. Sonnie Lindquist, 686-7976.
Support the Troops Duplicate Bridge - 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, noon to 3 p.m. For beginners, SYV Womens’ Club, 533 Atterdag, Solvang. Sonnie Lindquist, 686-7976.
Los Olivos Rotary Club meets, Los Olivos Grange, 5:30 p.m. 688-0658.
Valley Wind Ensemble rehearsal, 7 p.m., SYV High School Music Room, 688-8728.
Buellton Rotary Club meets, Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.
Buellton Library has story time at 11:00 a.m. Stories, songs & a craft, presented for pre-school children, but all ages are welcome!
Fridays
First Friday of every month, Non-denominational, candlelit Taize prayer/chant service. Come be soothed and comforted in a haven of peace and tranquility. Old Mission Santa Inés, 7-8 p.m. The door is always open.
SYV PEP New Parent Group meets at ONE Consignment Shop, 240 Hwy 246, Suite 105, Buellton. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Bring your baby! sbpep.org, 564-3888.
Saturdays
Grown in the Santa Ynez Valley Farmer’s Market in downtown Los Olivos 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Help support the local stores. For more information 315-1292.
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk and Junior Ranger Program: one-mile walk, 10-11:30 a.m. Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) 12:30-1:30 p.m. Kids under 10 must be with an adult. Learn about wildlife, caring for the environment, and earn a badge. For more information please call,688-4515, or visit our website at cachuma.com.
Woodworking Class — Decorative box making, veneering, inlay, parquetry, traditional wood finishing, 9 a.m. Edward Jorgensen, Master Cabinetmaker. 686-2070 days.
Sundays
Gambler’s Anonymous meets at Lompoc Valley Alano Club at 2 p.m. every Sunday, at 119 North D Street. Please call 737-3969 if you need more information.