Join Habit Burger & Grill in support of SYV Pony Baseball

Enter code: GIVEBACK when placing your order at the in-restaurant kiosk, the Habit Burger & Grill Mobile app, or habitburger.com

or, simply present this printed flyer or show this offer on your smart phone to the cashier upon ordering. Habit Burger & Grill will donate 20% of Net Sales from this event to benefit your organization.

Habit Burger & Grill, 205 E Highway 246, Buellton CA

Tuesday, Jan 27 - Saturday, Jan 31

The Solvang Library is open Tuesday (10 AM - 5 PM), Wednesday & Thursday (10 AM - 7 PM), Friday (10 AM - 5 PM), and Saturday (10 AM - 4 PM), but closed on Sundays and Mondays. It's part of the Santa Ynez Valley Libraries, offering Wi-Fi, printing, and computer services, with book sales on Saturdays. 

Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr, Solvang

Join Miss Stephanie for Storytime!

Tuesday or Wednesday mornings at 10:30am

Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr, Solvang

The City of Solvang is exploring whether a Downtown Business & Property-Based Improvement District could be a helpful tool to support downtown priorities. Before any decisions are made, we want to hear directly from the people who live, work, and invest here.

Your input will help determine:

- Whether there is interest in an Improvement District

- What priorities matter most to the downtown community

- How any future proposal should (or should not) move forward

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey

You’re also invited to a virtual community meeting on January 27 at 1:00 PM

Participate and learn more here:

https://www.civicmic.com/solvang-bid/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPXlH5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFVVzdVbmxOWWlTZTNaM1dJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtFJCef5Bnu8NXRM-VmmXR35_oKWuqOZkXJeeHchHRceXI28Fsi5N3rS3-z__aem_tKYuP4I28vJQHkDQG_-ahA

Big U.S. Soccer Event Coming to Santa Barbara!

 The U.S. Women’s National Team will finish its January training camp with a match against Chile on Jan. 27 at Harder Stadium in Santa Barbara, Calif. (7 p.m. PT / 10 pm ET on TBS and HBO Max in English, Universo and Peacock in Spanish, and on the radio in English on Westwood One and in Spanish on Futbol de Primera).

 The match on the campus of UC Santa Barbara marks the first-ever international match for the USWNT on the Central Coast of California and just the second-ever match in the state of California being played north of Los Angeles and south of the San Francisco Bay Area.

TICKETS 

The presale for these matches will begin on Wed., Dec. 10 at 10 a.m. PT and run to Friday, Dec. 12 at 8 a.m. PT. 

Tickets for both matches will go on sale to the public on Friday, Dec. 12 at 10 a.m. PT. 

Circle Insider members supporting the U.S. Soccer Development Fund can receive individual customer support and concierge services for their ticketing needs. Click here or contact circles@ussoccer.org for more information. 

UC SANTA BARBARA EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

UC Santa Barbara, in coordination with U.S. Soccer, will make 500 discounted tickets available to UCSB students at a $20 face value beginning Thursday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. PT. Additionally, UCSB Faculty and Staff will have access to purchase tickets in a presale that will also begin on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. PT. More information will become available at that time.

EXCLUSIVE PRESALES FOR U.S. SOCCER INSIDERS  

For the opportunity to buy tickets before the general public, fans should consider becoming U.S. Soccer Insiders. Membership is free for Standard Insiders. Learn more. 

Sales Schedule Presale Date & Start Time

Circle Insiders Presale (Circle Insiders) Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 10 a.m. PT

VIP Insiders Presale (VIP Insiders) Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 1 p.m. PT

Premium Insiders Presale Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 4 p.m. PT
(Premium & Premium Family Insiders)

Standard Insiders Presale (Standard Insiders) Thursday, Dec. 11 | 10 a.m. PT

Visa Presale (Visa cardholders only) Thursday, Dec. 11 | 1 p.m. PT

Public Sale Friday, Dec. 12 | 10 a.m. PT

VISA PRESALE

As the official payment technology sponsor of U.S. Soccer, Visa is offering cardholders an opportunity to purchase tickets ahead of the public on-sale date. Visa cardholders can purchase tickets from Thursday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. PT to Friday, Dec. 12 at 8 a.m. PT through ussoccer.com. As the preferred card of U.S. Soccer, Visa will be the only payment method accepted during the Visa presale. Terms and conditions apply.

More Info:  https://www.edhat.com/news/us-womens-national-soccer-team-to-play-chile-at-ucsbs-harder-stadium-in-january/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOlV6hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeOKVym50zHdMs2_Dz29itSNq_wictl5RlPfpn6a-DF7gBblY6WtUaa8rUU7Y_aem_bK3BtPaWcoLKfzNJFrkicQ 

NatureTrack thrives because of our dedicated volunteers who inspire others to connect with the outdoors.

If you want to make a meaningful impact, learn something new, & join a welcoming community, we’d be thrilled to have you on our team!

NatureTrack has 100 outdoor field trips and 20+ Freedom Trax trips on the books this year — and we need your help connecting people of all ages and abilities to nature!

If you love the outdoors and want to:

• learn alongside students on field trips

• help people access beaches and trails with Freedom Trax

• be part of a supportive, mission-driven community

Join the NatureTrack volunteer community!

We offer trainings, learning opportunities, and get-togethers to connect with each other and the community.

Learn more + sign up: https://naturetrack.org/volunteer/

Let’s make nature accessible for all.

Join Miss Stephanie for Storytime!

Tuesday or Wednesday mornings at 10:30am

Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr, Solvang

Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people?

Crochet, embroidery, or knitting,

Solvang Library's Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you!

For Adults and Teens

Every Thursday at 4:30pm

Our next meeting is Thurs., Jan. 14 from 4:30-7 pm.

Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang

Join local Chef Bethany Markee as she puts the fun back into the kitchen!

In this dynamic class series, you will learn simple, easy and repeatable recipes that focus on cooking for one to two people using a variety of healthy, affordable and locally sourced recipes.

Great for seniors, singles and young adults.

Recipes will be provided at the end of each class.

Sessions: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30

$155

Register Here: https://atozcookingschool.scadlr.com/.../21bb62d9-6770...

Location: Buellton Rec, Room A

Are you passionate about plants? Looking for an excuse to get outdoors this Spring?

Then being a volunteer Garden Guide is for you!

As warm weather sets in for Spring and Summer, we are looking for volunteer docents to help lead garden tours during the busier months of the year.

With opportunities to get involved in various areas of education, events, and many other ways, the garden could use your help to grow!

Join us on Saturdays to learn more about the garden and how you can get involved.

Join us: Jan 10. Jan 30, Feb 21 or Mar 14 from 10:30am - 12pm

Click the link to signup for trainings: https://forms.gle/2dAWeNkypMWVefbj6

https://santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.org/volunteer

SYV Botanic Garden, River View Park, 151 Sycamore Dr, Buellton

Doors open at 7PM

Show 8-9:30pm

21+yrs

$10

https://www.lostchordguitars.com/shows

Lost Chord Guitars, 1576 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang

Jan 18 - 31, 2026

DineSYV.com

Participating Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant Weeks restaurants will feature curated, chef-driven three-course prix fixe menus at price points of $30, $40, or $50, plus tax & gratuity.

Participating wineries and tasting rooms will also participate by offering two-for-one tastings and discounts on bottle purchases. 

Participating restaurants, hours of operation and menus are subject to change.

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

FREE Nutrition class with Cerified Clinical Nutritionist Nancy Dale! Nancy will be lecturing on creating a healthy lifestyle through proper nutition to support healthy aging and longevity. Build your immune system and reduce your stress!

Room A / 10:00 AM at Buellton Rec Center

If you want to:

• Have an amazing edible garden

• Improve your soil and keep rodents away

• Support your health and beauty using medicinal plants

• Learn all about caretaking the pollinators that keep our gardens strong

Then come join us at Windmill Nursery for one of our upcoming educational seminars, aimed to help you have the best 2026 year.

• Garden Planning - Jan 17 @ 10am

• Seed Starting - Jan 24 @ 10am

• Soil Health - Jan 31 @ 10am

• Herbs & Medicinal Plants - Feb 7 @ 10am

• Bee Keeping - Feb 21 @ 10am

• Rodent Control - Feb 28 @ 10am

Price $30/pp

Discount: 30% OFF entire nursery day of the seminar

Register: https://www.windmillnursery.com/events

A note from Nick: After much consideration we have decided to charge $30/person for the seminars. Due to our limited parking we needed a way to limit the participation to 30 people and cover our costs for the presenters, marketing and setup. This is not a profitable endeavor for us, but we feel it is important for the community and are looking for ways to continue and expand our educational opportunities.

If the cost of the seminar is a prohibiting factor for any reason, please contact sales@windmillnursery.com and request a free pass. We are holding 5 passes for each seminar in reserve for this purpose.

Windmill Nursery, 925 West Hwy 246, Buellton

Final Day! Tuesday, Jan 27 - Saturday, Jan 31

The Solvang Library is open Tuesday (10 AM - 5 PM), Wednesday & Thursday (10 AM - 7 PM), Friday (10 AM - 5 PM), and Saturday (10 AM - 4 PM), but closed on Sundays and Mondays. It's part of the Santa Ynez Valley Libraries, offering Wi-Fi, printing, and computer services, with book sales on Saturdays. 

Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr, Solvang

A Wine Festival like no other!

See the production facility, taste the wines, meet the winemakers!

Celebrate in style with wine, music, and food!

Join us at the Easy Street Wine Collective - a unique custom crush facility where top Santa Barbara County winemakers come together to share space and equipment, and, more importantly, their passion, expertise, and camaraderie.

At this open house event, you’ll have the rare opportunity to meet multiple winemakers, each pouring their limited-production, hand-crafted wines. These wines are made with dedication, one barrel at a time. Discover the stories, techniques, and inspiration behind each bottle as the winemakers themselves take you through tastings in the very space where the magic happens.

Chef Melissa from Clean Slate will ensure you’re well-fed, and there will be live music to set the mood and add to the fun. This isn’t your typical wine festival; it’s a celebration of community, craft, and character.

Don’t miss out on this special chance to enjoy some of the finest wines of the Central Coast, created with heart and shared with joy. Celebrate with wine, music, and food.

Past participating Wineries include:
. Alamati Wine
. Bocce Ball Wine
. Cordon of Santa Barbara
. Figge Family Vineyards
. Future Perfect Wine
. Loubud Wine
. Sapien Wines
. Seagrape Wine Company
. Skyenna Wine
. Tercero wines

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/easy-street-wine-collective-open-house-tickets-1246204333709?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

Location: 90 Easy St, Buellton

2nd Annual Chili Cook-off

Prizes for:

• Best Overall Chili

• Best Vegetarian

• Best Chili with a Kick

$15 per ticket - gets to sample every chili, eat a bowl of one chili of your choosing and vote for your favorite (fixins included)

To enter a chili - contact Pastor Chris

To buy tickets: www.BethaniaLutheran.net

All proceeds benefit Bethania Youth Group

Bethania Church Parish Hall, Atterdag Rd, Solvang

Pre-application available now at pshhc.org/BGA

Deadline is by 5pm on Feb 3

To learn more: https://www.pshhc.org/BGA/

Options to submit a pre-application:

• Via email to BGA@pshhc.org

• Via fax to (805) 693-3003

• Via mail or in-person to: Buellton Garden Apartments c/o College Park Apartments, 648 North G St, Lompoc, CA 93436

Please note: Buellton Garden Apartments is still under construction. No pre-applications are available at the site.

Pre-applications received by February 3 at 5PM will be entered into a randomized lottery on February 10 to determine order of processing. Pre-applications received after February 3 will be added to the waitlist in the order received.

If you are disabled, wish to request a reasonable accommodation, or if you have difficulty understanding English, please connect with our team at BGA@pshhc.org or (805) 693-3004. We will ensure that you are provided with meaningful access based on your individual needs.

Questions: 805-693-3004 or BGA@pshhc.org

Upper Willemsen Property Ad-Hoc Committee

Public Information

The City of Buellton is seeking community input on future uses for a 0.68-acre green space (the “Willemsen Green”) portion of the 24-acre City-owned property at 202 Dairyland Road.

The improvements currently include a library, an outdoor children’s museum, an event facility, and sports fields. Specific long-range uses for the Willemsen Green section of the property were not detailed in the approved plan for the site, and the City wants to hear your ideas for its future!

The City Council's Ad Hoc Committee for the Hundred Hills School Site (comprising the Mayor and the First District City Council Representative) will hold a series of meetings to discuss future uses for the site. All are welcome to attend and give input into the process that will investigate potential long-term uses of the site following the end of the Hundred Hills School license.

Take our survey on what you would like to see at the site here:

English
Spanish

https://buellton.civilspace.io/en/projects/upper-willemsen-property-ad-hoc-committee?fbclid=IwY2xjawPXks1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0cDVsZFJ6aWhGTVpwOU9ic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnsGlAgRBLRgsf9VSWGQTxpq7vDNSGA_8ck2lGd3__5XchfQoIu1QcGdjR-g_aem_Ui2_h5rXRSOTvw1EnvU13A

The Ad-Hoc Committee will meet again on Feb 18 to discuss the results of the survey and continue to explore uses for the site.

Calling all moms and daughters of 6th, 7th & 8th grade girls! Join us at National Charity League!

• Help your community

• Make dreams come true

• Leave a legacy

Mothers and daughters currently in grades 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th:
Join us for an informational meeting to learn more about NCL, how we impact our community and what we love about it.

Come hear from current NCL ticktockers about their experiences.

Come RSVP at: MembershipSantaYnezValley@nclonline.org or @nclincsantaynez on instagram

Location: St Mark’s Church, Los Olivos

Friday: Rare & Reserve Tasting & Buffet / Saturday VIP Seminar, Tastings and Silent Auction

Friday: Meet the winemakers as they share wines you won’t get to try anywhere else this weekend…and few other people get to try at all! This evening will showcase extremely limited Reserve, Club Only, Library and Pre-Release bottles – perhaps even some barrel samples – that truly showcase what micro-production winemaking is all about. This event is like digging for diamonds with an earth mover. You are guaranteed to find more than a few gems! Traditional Cajun-inspired buffer provided by Clean Slate Wine Bar and sweet treats by Solvang Bakery also included. Our most intimate event! Vegetarian options will be available.* Only 150 tickets available.

The 12th Southern Exposure Garagiste Festival is returning to the quaint town of Solvang in February 2026 to give you rare access to the region's best small, hard-to-find winemakers. At this engaging event, you will discover and taste amazing, cutting-edge wines from our roster of high-quality, micro-production, commercial wineries from all over California’s Central Coast.

Find out for yourself why we’ve been selling out our events for ten years and why we were named the #1 Wine Festival in the Country by USA Today! Meet the winemakers and hear directly from them about the ins and outs of their winemaking styles.

https://www.garagistefestival.com/solvang-2026-fest

Event Location: Solvang Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1745 Mission Drive | Solvang

The Winter Valley-Wide Middle School Dance will be held at the Buellton Rec for 6th-8th Graders. $10 per person.

Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.

The dance is from 7-9 PM.

Location: Buellton Rec Center

Permission Slips required and chaperones needed!

​​If you register online, you do not need to fill out an additional permission slip.

https://app.amilia.com/store/en/buelltonreccenter/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=xwZeALR

(The next dance will be May 8 at the Vet’s Hall)

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Chaperones are needed for the Valley Wide Middle School Dance that will be held at the Buellton Rec on Feb 6.

There is no cost involved but please register online so that we have your information.

​We ask chaperones to arrive at 6:30 PM for pre-dance instructions.

If you are chaperoning, your child receives a FREE ticket.

Please use VWD code when registering your child: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/buelltonreccenter/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=yJJnQD8

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

Join the SYV Community Aquatics Foundation for a free community-wide SYV Polar Bear Plunge

at the SYHS Pool Deck on Saturday, February 7 at 8:00 AM! Take a quick (and chilly!) dip,

then warm up with hot coffee, cocoa, and donuts—plus we’ll be sharing a big announcement about the future SYV Community Aquatics Complex.

All are welcome—come cheer on the brave plungers or jump in yourself!

¡Únase a la Fundación Comunitaria de Deportes Acuáticos de SYV para el evento gratuito SYV Polar Bear Plunge, abierto a toda la comunidad, en la piscina de la escuela secundaria SYHS el sábado 7 de febrero a las 8:00 a. m.! Dese un chapuzón rápido (¡y refrescante!), y luego caliéntese con café, chocolate caliente y donas. Además, compartiremos un importante anuncio sobre el futuro Complejo Comunitario de Deportes Acuáticos de SYV. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Venga a animar a los valientes participantes o anímese a zambullirse usted mismo.

Location: SYHS Pool Deck, Hwy 246 & Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez

Buellton Rec works with Dawna Ashton of JDI Training to offer First Aid and CPR Classes
along with other types of certifications (Adult Ped & FA, BLS Healthcare Provider, etc.).

Learn how to help save a life and treat first aid emergencies. OSHA and Insurance compliant with hands-on skills session.

Please contact Dawna directly at 805-705-6164 to sign up and pay or contact her for other types of certifications offered.

Classes will be held at the Buellton Rec Center. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming Dates:

• Nov. 15, 2025

• Dec. 6, 2025

• Feb. 7, 2026

• April 11, 2026

• June 6, 2026

• Aug. 1, 2026

• Oct. 3, 2026

• Dec. 5, 2026

​Location: Buellton Recreation Center

We are kicking off our 50th Anniversary with monthly farm tours!

Join us for a guided walk through the orchard (weather permitting).

Learn about the farm’s history, the walnut life-cycle, and harvest.

Reserve your spot by signing up on our website: https://ballardwalnutgrove.com

This free event is our way of giving back to the community

Tours last 45 - 60 minutes

Rain cancels

Alamo Pintado Rd, Ballard, CA

If you want to:

• Have an amazing edible garden

• Improve your soil and keep rodents away

• Support your health and beauty using medicinal plants

• Learn all about caretaking the pollinators that keep our gardens strong

Then come join us at Windmill Nursery for one of our upcoming educational seminars, aimed to help you have the best 2026 year.

• Garden Planning - Jan 17 @ 10am

• Seed Starting - Jan 24 @ 10am

• Soil Health - Jan 31 @ 10am

• Herbs & Medicinal Plants - Feb 7 @ 10am

• Bee Keeping - Feb 21 @ 10am

• Rodent Control - Feb 28 @ 10am

Price $30/pp

Discount: 30% OFF entire nursery day of the seminar

Register: https://www.windmillnursery.com/events

A note from Nick: After much consideration we have decided to charge $30/person for the seminars. Due to our limited parking we needed a way to limit the participation to 30 people and cover our costs for the presenters, marketing and setup. This is not a profitable endeavor for us, but we feel it is important for the community and are looking for ways to continue and expand our educational opportunities.

If the cost of the seminar is a prohibiting factor for any reason, please contact sales@windmillnursery.com and request a free pass. We are holding 5 passes for each seminar in reserve for this purpose.

Windmill Nursery, 925 West Hwy 246, Buellton

The 12th Southern Exposure Garagiste Festival is returning to the quaint town of Solvang in February 2026 to give you rare access to the region's best small, hard-to-find winemakers. At this engaging event, you will discover and taste amazing, cutting-edge wines from our roster of high-quality, micro-production, commercial wineries from all over California’s Central Coast.

Find out for yourself why we’ve been selling out our events for ten years and why we were named the #1 Wine Festival in the Country by USA Today! Meet the winemakers and hear directly from them about the ins and outs of their winemaking styles.

https://www.garagistefestival.com/solvang-2026-fest

Event Location: Solvang Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1745 Mission Drive | Solvang

Super Bowl LX is headed to the San Francisco Bay Area on February 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium

FREE Adult Health Education class taught by Dr. Michelle Tellez.

Lifestyle Medicine adapts academic research into routine changes that help you optimize your health.

Learn from Michelle Tellez, a nurse with a doctorate and Buellton resident with decades of experience and a passion for wellness coaching.

These classes are free, but please call 805-688-1086 or email buelltonrec@cityofbuellton.com by noon the day of each class so that we may prepare class materials.

Drop-ins are welcome!

• Jan 12 - Weight Management

• Feb 9 - Gut Health

• Mar 9 - Women’s Health

• Apr 13 - Diabetes Management

• May 11 - High Blood Pressure

• Jun 8 - Sleep Problems

Location: Buellton Rec Center

You’re invited! We will be hosting an open house at our office!

Join us as we celebrate the start of a wonderful new year in our office!

Email us to RSVP: SYCEO@Chumash.Gov

Location: 100 Via Juana Rd, Santa Ynez (Lower Lot)

Join us for a ribbon cutting celebration and the first solo exhibition of The Giving Ink: Art by Michelle J. Feldman.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony will be at 4:30 PM

Come enjoy the artwork, connect with the community, and help us mark this special occasion.

The Solvang Chamber will have it’s mixer hosted by the Founder’s Market Square 4-7pm

The Giving Ink, 1693 Mission Dr, Solvang

Join us at our monthly chamber mixer hosted by Founder's Market Square

We are excited to officially welcome The Giving Ink to the business community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 PM, celebrating an exciting new chapter for this creative space.

The evening will also feature The Giving Ink’s first solo exhibition, Art by Michelle J. Feldman. Guests are invited to attend an open house showcasing this meaningful body of work and to celebrate this important artistic milestone.

Enjoy light bites provided by CHOMP & The Coffee House, sweet treats from Ingeborg’s Chocolates, and the opportunity to connect with fellow community members while celebrating creativity, collaboration, and local business in a welcoming and vibrant setting.

Location: 1693 Mission Dr, Solvang, CA 93463

Valentine’s Day

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

Join us as we discuss the last book in the Dept. Q Series yet...Or is it??

Elverhoj Museum, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Free lecture on California Condors by Bryant Baker.

Register at SYVnature.org

Presented by the Santa Ynez Valley Natural History Society

In person and Zoom!

Location: Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr, Solvang

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

*****************************

We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

If you want to:

• Have an amazing edible garden

• Improve your soil and keep rodents away

• Support your health and beauty using medicinal plants

• Learn all about caretaking the pollinators that keep our gardens strong

Then come join us at Windmill Nursery for one of our upcoming educational seminars, aimed to help you have the best 2026 year.

• Garden Planning - Jan 17 @ 10am

• Seed Starting - Jan 24 @ 10am

• Soil Health - Jan 31 @ 10am

• Herbs & Medicinal Plants - Feb 7 @ 10am

• Bee Keeping - Feb 21 @ 10am

• Rodent Control - Feb 28 @ 10am

Price $30/pp

Discount: 30% OFF entire nursery day of the seminar

Register: https://www.windmillnursery.com/events

A note from Nick: After much consideration we have decided to charge $30/person for the seminars. Due to our limited parking we needed a way to limit the participation to 30 people and cover our costs for the presenters, marketing and setup. This is not a profitable endeavor for us, but we feel it is important for the community and are looking for ways to continue and expand our educational opportunities.

If the cost of the seminar is a prohibiting factor for any reason, please contact sales@windmillnursery.com and request a free pass. We are holding 5 passes for each seminar in reserve for this purpose.

Windmill Nursery, 925 West Hwy 246, Buellton

Save the Date!

Buellton Library, 202 Dairyland Rd, Buellton

TEEN STAR IS BACK!

Auditions open in January. All video audition applications must be submitted by February 25th.

Video audition applications open to all singers 7-12th grade in SB County.

Finale: May 23, 2026

We’re looking for volunteers for marketing and social media campaigns, and we’re also seeking new sponsors to help make Teen Star possible, we’re an all-volunteer organization.

Visit TeenStar.us for updates and application details — and to learn how to volunteer or sponsor.

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

*****************************

We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

If you want to:

• Have an amazing edible garden

• Improve your soil and keep rodents away

• Support your health and beauty using medicinal plants

• Learn all about caretaking the pollinators that keep our gardens strong

Then come join us at Windmill Nursery for one of our upcoming educational seminars, aimed to help you have the best 2026 year.

• Garden Planning - Jan 17 @ 10am

• Seed Starting - Jan 24 @ 10am

• Soil Health - Jan 31 @ 10am

• Herbs & Medicinal Plants - Feb 7 @ 10am

• Bee Keeping - Feb 21 @ 10am

• Rodent Control - Feb 28 @ 10am

Price $30/pp

Discount: 30% OFF entire nursery day of the seminar

Register: https://www.windmillnursery.com/events

A note from Nick: After much consideration we have decided to charge $30/person for the seminars. Due to our limited parking we needed a way to limit the participation to 30 people and cover our costs for the presenters, marketing and setup. This is not a profitable endeavor for us, but we feel it is important for the community and are looking for ways to continue and expand our educational opportunities.

If the cost of the seminar is a prohibiting factor for any reason, please contact sales@windmillnursery.com and request a free pass. We are holding 5 passes for each seminar in reserve for this purpose.

Windmill Nursery, 925 West Hwy 246, Buellton

We are thrilled to announce our third annual Love Above All Ball on February 28th, 2026. Tickets are on sale now and prices will go up on January 1st so be sure to grab yours today! Ticket link in our bio

This is an incredible way to support SYV Pride and help us create a kinder and more welcoming Valley for all. As our biggest fundraising event of the year, your ticket purchase goes directly to supporting Pride events in 2026, including our landmark Pride Parade and Festival, as well as our youth scholarship and Youth Connect programs.

Not only do you get to support Pride, but you also get to attend a fabulous, incredible event full of love, and joy, and community! This year we are switching things up a bit and moved to a fully indoor venue at @crafthouseatcorque where will transform the ballroom and bar area to an elegant and elevated space that's warm and welcoming. We are also starting a bit later this year to encourage guests to grab a bite to eat beforehand with friends and strut around town in their best attire. And lastly, we are opening it up to 18+. Please note that theres a special ticket price for young adults ages 18-20! We are of course keeping some things the same - like our top notch silent auction, psychic love readings for singles and couples, hearty hors d'oeuvres, and incredible music to dance the night away!

We cannot wait to celebrate with you

More Details: www.syvpride.org

Exact Times TBA

Giorgi Guliashivili, tenor
Carrie-Ann Matheson, piano

Sunday, March 1, 2026
4:00pm

Please join us for an afternoon of Italian music,
with songs by Rossini, Bellini, and Donizetti,
Neapolitan songs, and
Arias from L'elisir d'amore, Rigoletto, and La Boheme

International vocal prizewinner Giorgi Guliashvili is praised for his
​“tender and powerful singing” and his “radiant, surging sense of purpose.”

Carrie-Ann Matheson, conductor and recital pianist to the world’s finest opera singers, is the Artistic Director of the San Francisco Opera Center and Merola Opera Program. 

TICKET INFORMATION

Order your season tickets or individual concert tickets online now. 
FOR ALL CONCERTS:  Students attend​ for free. General Admission tickets are $25. Patron tickets are $45.

More Info: https://www.smitv.org/syv-concert-series.html

Questions? Clarifications? Email syvconcerts@smitv.org

Location: St Mark’s in the Valley, 2901 Nojoqui Ave, Los Olivos

A sassy Soirée with wine, snacks, love and hilarity!

Bold, playful, and full of spirit — Sips & SHE-Nanigans is an evening where laughter flows as easily as the wine. Part tasting, part party, this event brings together incredible women of wine and food for a night of connection, storytelling, and unforgettable fun — all in support of WWCF’s mission.

Following WWCF tradition, this year we are honoring a woman who has quietly and steadfastly helped all winemakers ensure that grapes get to wineries - on time. Judy Adams is our 2026 "Cape and Crown" winner.  After stories and this presentation, you'll be treated to hilarity from some incredible comedians (lineup to be announced soon!)

https://womenwinemakersculinarians.betterworld.org/events/2026-sips-she-nanigans-winds-eve

Fess Parker Winery 6200 Foxen Canyon Road Los Olivos

3 Route Options

Limited to 1,000 riders

More Info:

https://www.solvangcentury.com/

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

2026 WWCC - Fantastic Wines & Fabulous Food - Join us!

The casitas, barn and lawns of 27 Vines will be filled with dozens of women winemakers and their lady culinary colleagues, fronted by the just awakening vines of this boutique vineyard. You’ll taste with the winemakers, chefs and specialty food purveyors themselves as they talk to you about their passion for crafting deliciousness from the bounty of Santa Barbara County.

**Please note: Guests will be shuttled, beginning at 10:45 (a 5 minute journey) from the Santa Ynez Valley Presbyterian Church 1825 Alamo Pintado Rd at the intersection of Alamo Pintado Rd and Baseline Ave.

https://womenwinemakersculinarians.betterworld.org/events/grand-tasting-2026

27 Vines Santa Ynez, CA

Dust off your boots and mark your calendars—the Ballard PTA is proud to host our Barn Bash Fundraiser on March 7, 2026 at the Maverick Saloon in Santa Ynez! This adults-only event kicks off at 5:00 PM and brings our community together for an evening of fun and support.

As the PTA’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Barn Bash directly supports the programs and experiences that make Ballard shine—art, music, PE, garden, field trips like PCPA, and beloved traditions such as the Halloween Carnival and Fun Day. It also helps the PTA provide essential resources to our teachers and students throughout the school year.

Round up your friends, save the date, and join us for a lively night hosted by the Ballard PTA in support of our amazing Ballard Bears!

Daylight Saving Time Starts - ends Nov 1, 2026

FREE Adult Health Education class taught by Dr. Michelle Tellez.

Lifestyle Medicine adapts academic research into routine changes that help you optimize your health.

Learn from Michelle Tellez, a nurse with a doctorate and Buellton resident with decades of experience and a passion for wellness coaching.

These classes are free, but please call 805-688-1086 or email buelltonrec@cityofbuellton.com by noon the day of each class so that we may prepare class materials.

Drop-ins are welcome!

• Jan 12 - Weight Management

• Feb 9 - Gut Health

• Mar 9 - Women’s Health

• Apr 13 - Diabetes Management

• May 11 - High Blood Pressure

• Jun 8 - Sleep Problems

Location: Buellton Rec Center

We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it. 

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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

JOIN US AT THE BUELLTON WINE AND CHILI FESTIVAL!!!

Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 12pm-4:30pm

You get to sample from 30+ wineries, craft breweries, seltzers, ciders and spirit companies AND you also get to sample chili and salsa from over 20 cooks!

There will also be a wide variety of merchants and food vendors on site! Live entertainment including DJ FIU!

This event is located at the majestic Flying Flags RV Resort and next door to Sideways Inn! Make it a weekend and stay at one of these locations, or one of the many accommodations throughout Buellton!

Tickets and more info: https://buelltonwineandchilifestival.com/

Location: Flying Flags RV Resort in Buellton

St Patrick’s Day

16th Annual Mother & Son Luau

Doors Open at 5:30pm

Pizza Dinner @ 6:30pm

$40/Mom & Son

$15/additional sibling

Pre Purchase Tix at cityofsolvang.com

Tix sell out - buy early! Tix available starting on March 1

Tix are NOT available at the door

Presented by Solvang Parks and Rec

Location: Solvang Vet’s Hall, Mission St, Solvang

13th Annual Pirate Garage Car Show

Every year, this show transforms our school grounds into a living museum of automotive excellence, showcasing everything from classic muscle cars to modern marvels. Whether you're a die-hard gearhead, a casual admirer, or just looking for a fun day out, there's something for everyone.
Beyond the polished exteriors and roaring engines, this event is about education and inspiration. Students get hands-on experience with history, engineering, and design, while local enthusiasts share their knowledge and stories with the next generation. It’s a chance for young minds to see how innovation and tradition go hand in hand.

So please mark your calendars, shine up your ride, and join us as we celebrate the art of the automobile at the 13th Annual High School Car Show. Whether you show a car or stop by to admire it, you won’t want to miss this high-octane event!

Food, beverages, music and raffle

To Enter or get more info, Contact: Gary Semerdjian gsemerdjian@syvuhsd.org or call 805-895-5115

Location: Front Parking Lot of Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, 2975 Mission Dr, Santa Ynez

More Info: https://www.syvpony.com/

Dates to Remember:

• Week of January 20, 2026: Player evaluations

• Week of January 26, 2026: Teams are drafted

• Week of February 23, 2026: Practices begin

• March 21, 2026 Opening Day
  

Performances: March 26 - 29

More Info to Come and correct times

Tickets can be purchased in advance on the school website: syvpirates.org / Activities & Programs / ASB Web Store /Theatre

Santa Ynez High School Little Theater, Hwy 246, Santa Ynez

Performances: March 26 - 29

More Info to Come and correct times

Tickets can be purchased in advance on the school website: syvpirates.org / Activities & Programs / ASB Web Store /Theatre

Santa Ynez High School Little Theater, Hwy 246, Santa Ynez

Get ready to sing along to "Santa Monica," "Father of Mine," and "Wonderful" when 90s alternative rock legends Everclear take the stage at Solvang Festival Theater on March 27 at 7 PM! (Gates open at 6PM)

Don't miss this chance to experience the platinum-selling sound that defined a generation.

𝐸𝑥𝑐𝑙𝑢𝑠𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝑡 & 𝐺𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑡 𝑃𝑎𝑐𝑘𝑎𝑔𝑒𝑠 𝐴𝑣𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒!

Add a memorable VIP experience to your ticket and enjoy all of the following:

• Exclusive Pre-Show Meet & Greet with Everclear

• Personal Photograph with Everclear

• Private & Intimate Acoustic Performance

• Specially Designed Everclear Tour Shirt and Exclusive Everclear Gift

• Collectible Everclear Poster Autographed by the Band

• VIP Badge with Early Entry Access to the venue and to shop Everclear Merchandise

Limited VIP Experience Passes are available, and will sell out!

𝑨𝑩𝑶𝑼𝑻 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑩𝑨𝑵𝑫:

Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands to emerge from the ‘90s, celebrated their 30th Anniversary in recent years, and founder, vocalist and guitarist Art Alexakis has made it clear that he has no plans to slow down. Since forming in 1992, Everclear has enjoyed a lengthy career by any measure, spanning 11 studio releases, including four that have been certified Gold or Platinum, selling over 6 million records, and achieving 12 Top 40 Hit Singles on Mainstream Rock, Alternative, and Adult Top 40 radio, including “Santa Monica,” “Father of Mine,” “I Will Buy You A New Life,” “Wonderful” and “Everything To Everyone,” as well as numerous videos, thousands of shows, and various other accolades, including a 1998 Grammy nomination.

Ticketing Link: https://solvangtheaterfest.org/show-details/everclear

Location: Solvang Theaterfest, 420 2nd St, Solvang

35th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza

Free Egg Hunt at 10:00am

Four kid areas: 0-3yrs; 4-6yrs; 7-9yrs; 10-12yrs

Games, Activities, Pictures with the Easter Bunny

Valley’s Biggest Hunt

Rain or Shine

Event is 10am - 12noon

Presented by Solvang Parks & Rec and Buellton Recreation

Location: River View Park, Buellton

Performances: March 26 - 29

More Info to Come and correct times

Tickets can be purchased in advance on the school website: syvpirates.org / Activities & Programs / ASB Web Store /Theatre

Santa Ynez High School Little Theater, Hwy 246, Santa Ynez

Arts Outreach Presents Valley Glee

This year’s theme: DIS-GLEE! A magical celebration of Disney songs.

In this popular 20-Session workshop, students will spend time cultivating their voices. Each year, students work together to pick a group of popular (and age appropriate!) songs to learn and practice. By the end of the workshop, they will have learned a number of songs and set them to dance moves. The students get to display their talents in a performance for the community on March 28 at 7:00pm.

Valley Glee is for students in grades 2-8 and runs from October-March. Don't attend one of the listed schools? No problem! Valley Glee is open to all students! Just choose the site and time that works best for you and your student.

For more info on dates and registration: artsoutreach.org

https://www.artsoutreach.org/valleyglee

Performances: March 26 - 29

More Info to Come and correct times

Tickets can be purchased in advance on the school website: syvpirates.org / Activities & Programs / ASB Web Store /Theatre

Santa Ynez High School Little Theater, Hwy 246, Santa Ynez

For more info contact the high school

Buellton Rec works with Dawna Ashton of JDI Training to offer First Aid and CPR Classes
along with other types of certifications (Adult Ped & FA, BLS Healthcare Provider, etc.).

Learn how to help save a life and treat first aid emergencies. OSHA and Insurance compliant with hands-on skills session.

Please contact Dawna directly at 805-705-6164 to sign up and pay or contact her for other types of certifications offered.

Classes will be held at the Buellton Rec Center. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming Dates:

• Nov. 15, 2025

• Dec. 6, 2025

• Feb. 7, 2026

• April 11, 2026

• June 6, 2026

• Aug. 1, 2026

• Oct. 3, 2026

• Dec. 5, 2026

​Location: Buellton Recreation Center

Easter

Attention all ABBA fans! Circle April 7, 2026 on your calendars because ABRA Cadabra, Vancouver's renowned ABBA Tribute band, is coming to Solvang for the 1st time!

This is an unmissable, family-friendly event suitable for all ages, featuring a dynamic live band, stunning vocals, captivating dancers, and authentic costumes. Prepare for an interactive stage extravaganza that will have you dancing, singing along, and reliving the magic of ABBA's greatest hits including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Take A Chance, SOS, Waterloo, Fernando and many more!

ABRA Cadabra has been wowing audiences worldwide for over 20 years, bringing the timeless music of ABBA to diverse audiences across continents. Their impressive résumé includes performances for the Malaysian Royal Family, iconic venues such as The Esplanade Theatre in Singapore, The Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, Universal Studios in Florida and countless theatres and concert halls across North America and beyond.

Connect with ABRA Cadabra on Facebook & Instagram @ATributeToABBA and online at www.iloveabba.com

Ticketing Link: https://solvangtheaterfest.org/show-details/abra-cadabra

Location: Solvang Theaterfest, 420 2nd St, Solvang

Lagerville 2026 tickets are on sale now! Join us on Saturday, April 11th in Buellton with over 60 breweries from all over the Country and States serving up the best Lagers in the Nation!

Tickets will increase at the door! VIP will be $75 and General Admission will be $65 so get your ticket now!

More Info: https://www.lagerville.beer/

Location: Fib Brew, 45 Industrial Way, Buellton

FREE Adult Health Education class taught by Dr. Michelle Tellez.

Lifestyle Medicine adapts academic research into routine changes that help you optimize your health.

Learn from Michelle Tellez, a nurse with a doctorate and Buellton resident with decades of experience and a passion for wellness coaching.

These classes are free, but please call 805-688-1086 or email buelltonrec@cityofbuellton.com by noon the day of each class so that we may prepare class materials.

Drop-ins are welcome!

• Jan 12 - Weight Management

• Feb 9 - Gut Health

• Mar 9 - Women’s Health

• Apr 13 - Diabetes Management

• May 11 - High Blood Pressure

• Jun 8 - Sleep Problems

Location: Buellton Rec Center

Save the Date!!

Adults and children are invited to audition for an exciting production of the beloved family musical ANNIE
at the Solvang Festival Theater on April 17th and April 18th.

Auditions will be held on January 24th for children and January 25th for adults (more details to come!).

This production offers Valley residents the special opportunity to work alongside professional performers in a fully staged musical.

This event is proudly sponsored by the Buellton Arts and Culture Committee.

For more information, contact Allison Firey at allison@cityofbuellton.com or by calling 805-688-1086.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this heartwarming classic!

Save the Date!!

Adults and children are invited to audition for an exciting production of the beloved family musical ANNIE
at the Solvang Festival Theater on April 17th and April 18th.

Auditions will be held on January 24th for children and January 25th for adults (more details to come!).

This production offers Valley residents the special opportunity to work alongside professional performers in a fully staged musical.

This event is proudly sponsored by the Buellton Arts and Culture Committee.

For more information, contact Allison Firey at allison@cityofbuellton.com or by calling 805-688-1086.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this heartwarming classic!

More info to come!

www.syceo.org/earthday

Join us as a vendor at our Spring Peddlar Faire on Saturday, April 25 at River View Park in Buellton.

Booth Fee is $20/spot (maximum 2 spots...see $40 option for 2 spots).

Booth space is equal to 1 parking space in the River View Park parking lot.

Gates open for load-in at 8 AM and must be completed by 9:30 AM.

The event itself is from 10 AM-2 PM.

For the safety of our vendors and guests, we do not allow early departures.

Specific event info will be sent via email after the registration period is closed.

​Vendor Registration will open in Mid-February. Check back soon at BuelltonRec.com for more information!

Giacopuzzi Duo

Sunday, April 26, 2026
4:00pm

Maddalena Giacopuzzi
"una vera e propria poetessa della tastiera"
— a true poet of the keyboard

Jacopo Giacopuzzi
"agguerrito pianista dalla tecnica brillantissima"
— a fierce pianist with a brilliant technique

TICKET INFORMATION

Order your season tickets or individual concert tickets online now. 
FOR ALL CONCERTS:  Students attend​ for free. General Admission tickets are $25. Patron tickets are $45.

More Info: https://www.smitv.org/syv-concert-series.html

Questions? Clarifications? Email syvconcerts@smitv.org

Location: St Mark’s in the Valley, 2901 Nojoqui Ave, Los Olivos

Save the Date!! Annual Luncheon

More details to come as the event gets closer

All Classes that graduated 50 or more years ago are invited to attend and can bring a guest(s)

Please help spread the word!

Questions? Contact Susan Bott susanbott@aol.com or (805) 708-6337

Location: Marriott in Buellton

Buellton Brew Fest is a 21+ event featuring 55+ breweries, wineries and spirits purveyors for your enjoyment! There are plenty of food trucks and restrooms on site, plus mega sized beer pong, cornhole, and live entertainment. Designated Driver passes and local shuttles available for this event!

Prizes for Best Dressed person and group!!!
Live music by Country Nation, Will Breman and DJ Peete!

Tickets and More Info: https://buelltonbrewfest.com/

Location: River View Park, Buellton

The Spring Classic is a must-attend evening featuring a delicious dinner, musical entertainment provided by Caroline Duggan, and an exciting live auction, led by parishioner and always-entertaining auctioneer Andrew Firestone. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on an array of exclusive items and experiences, all while contributing to a vital cause.

Funds raised from the Classic allow St. Mark’s in the Valley to maintain its commitment to open doors, open hearts, and a community focus. More than 85 community groups and organizations benefit from the no-fee access of the meeting rooms and the sanctuary for music events. Don’t miss this extraordinary night of generosity, camaraderie, and celebration!

Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities will be announced soon!

www.smitv.org

Formed in 1926 and serving the Santa Ynez Valley at its present location in downtown Los Olivos since 1979, St. Mark’s practices a spacious Christianity and welcomes people of all faiths or none. St. Mark’s is a no-fee community center for nonprofit groups and community meetings, an arts venue for musical and cultural events, a welcome center for residents and area visitors, and home to a vibrant Episcopal parish. St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church and Preschool is located at 2901 Nojoqui Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441.

Location: St. Mark’s in-the-Valley, 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos

Scholarships and Awards Presented to Seniors at Santa Ynez High School

The Spring Valley-Wide Middle School Dance will be held for 6th-8th Graders. $10 per person.

Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.

The dance is from 7-9 PM.

Location: Solvang Vet’s Hall

Permission Slips required and chaperones needed!

​​If you register online, you do not need to fill out an additional permission slip.

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Chaperones are needed for the Valley Wide Middle School Dance

There is no cost involved but please register online so that we have your information.

​We ask chaperones to arrive at 6:30 PM for pre-dance instructions.

If you are chaperoning, your child receives a FREE ticket. Please use VWD code when registering your child

Save the Date!

Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon & Half Relay

Register Now!

More Info: https://www.santabarbarawinehalf.com/

Benefiting The Friendship House

Wine Tasting, Designer Shopping, Charming Sole Men, Seated Lunch, Key-to-the-closet Raffle, Exciting Auctions, Fabulous Fashion Show and more!

https://www.winewomenandshoes.com/event/solvang/

Location: Ecomama Farms, 3870 Baseline, Santa Ynez

Mother’s Day

FREE Adult Health Education class taught by Dr. Michelle Tellez.

Lifestyle Medicine adapts academic research into routine changes that help you optimize your health.

Learn from Michelle Tellez, a nurse with a doctorate and Buellton resident with decades of experience and a passion for wellness coaching.

These classes are free, but please call 805-688-1086 or email buelltonrec@cityofbuellton.com by noon the day of each class so that we may prepare class materials.

Drop-ins are welcome!

• Jan 12 - Weight Management

• Feb 9 - Gut Health

• Mar 9 - Women’s Health

• Apr 13 - Diabetes Management

• May 11 - High Blood Pressure

• Jun 8 - Sleep Problems

Location: Buellton Rec Center

Guests attending our first every Mother's Day Tea and Flowers event will enjoy an afternoon of bouquet making in a intimate tea party setting with a beautiful light lunch, and sweets.  Beginning at 12pm, we welcome you to stay for the afternoon and enjoy yourself. Signing up two or more guests? Please call us directly, you'll receive a 10% discount! 805-691-9755. Please arrive promptly at 12pm. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop. Please let us know if you have any allergies that we should be aware of. 

https://www.forageflorals.com/product-page/may-16th-mother-s-day-high-tea-flowers

Forage Florals, 1095 Meadowvale Rd, Santa Ynez

This is a benefit for Veggie Rescue, and will feature food stations of locally sourced food, live music and a live auction, and a paddle raise, with funds raised helping Veggie Rescue meet our mission of obtaining and donating surplus produce and other food from farms/businesses, and donating it to nonprofits serving hungry community members within 24 hours via our refrigerated trucks.

Website: veggierescue.org

Location: Bernat Vineyard and Cafe Farm, Los Olivos, CA

TEEN STAR IS BACK!

Auditions open in January. All video audition applications bust be submitted by February 25th.

Video audition applications open to all singers 7-12th grade in SB County.

Finale: May 23, 2026

We’re looking for volunteers for marketing and social media campaigns, and we’re also seeking new sponsors to help make Teen Star possible, we’re an all-volunteer organization.

Visit TeenStar.us for updates and application details — and to learn how to volunteer or sponsor.

Memorial Day

Santa Ynez High School Commencement

Rio Memorial Stadium, Santa Ynez High School, Hwy 246, Santa Ynez

SYHS Seniors celebration by the parents and community

To support or for more info: https://www.syhsgradnite.com/

Buellton Rec works with Dawna Ashton of JDI Training to offer First Aid and CPR Classes
along with other types of certifications (Adult Ped & FA, BLS Healthcare Provider, etc.).

Learn how to help save a life and treat first aid emergencies. OSHA and Insurance compliant with hands-on skills session.

Please contact Dawna directly at 805-705-6164 to sign up and pay or contact her for other types of certifications offered.

Classes will be held at the Buellton Rec Center. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming Dates:

• Nov. 15, 2025

• Dec. 6, 2025

• Feb. 7, 2026

• April 11, 2026

• June 6, 2026

• Aug. 1, 2026

• Oct. 3, 2026

• Dec. 5, 2026

​Location: Buellton Recreation Center

FREE Adult Health Education class taught by Dr. Michelle Tellez.

Lifestyle Medicine adapts academic research into routine changes that help you optimize your health.

Learn from Michelle Tellez, a nurse with a doctorate and Buellton resident with decades of experience and a passion for wellness coaching.

These classes are free, but please call 805-688-1086 or email buelltonrec@cityofbuellton.com by noon the day of each class so that we may prepare class materials.

Drop-ins are welcome!

• Jan 12 - Weight Management

• Feb 9 - Gut Health

• Mar 9 - Women’s Health

• Apr 13 - Diabetes Management

• May 11 - High Blood Pressure

• Jun 8 - Sleep Problems

Location: Buellton Rec Center

Save the Date: Summer Solstice Party

With 2026 officially here, Summer Solstice Party planning is already underway. Save the date for this spectacular event benefitting Elverhøj Museum of History and Art (our largest fundraiser for ensuring history, heritage, and art remain vibrant in the Valley).

This year Solstice will be held at Vega Vineyard and Farm on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. This venue will bring together the beauty of the Santa Ynez Valley, wonderful food, and great wines. Tickets will go on sale in mid-April.

Ready to help now? We are currently securing sponsors and auction items for both our silent and live auctions. Click the link below for more information or contact Melissa Parlee-Hirth at melissa@elverhoj.org or 805-686-1211, ext. 103.

https://elverhoj.org/

Location: Vega Vineyard, Buellton

Father’s Day

SYVUHS Class of 1986 - 40th Class Reunion

Save the Date!

No host bar, dinner and dessert!

Dancing with the famed 80’s band: The Molly Ringwald Project

Location: The Corque, Solvang

Plan your vacations around our reunion! No excuses!

Cost $140 per person, non-refundable.

Deadline to purchase tickets: March 12, 2026

Checks payable to: Kathy Fortier, 1666 Rancho Santa Ynez Rd, Solvang CA 93463

Venmo to: Lori-Goodwin-44

Please Spread the word!

Go Pirates!

United States' 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) of the Declaration of Independence

Buellton Rec works with Dawna Ashton of JDI Training to offer First Aid and CPR Classes
along with other types of certifications (Adult Ped & FA, BLS Healthcare Provider, etc.).

Learn how to help save a life and treat first aid emergencies. OSHA and Insurance compliant with hands-on skills session.

Please contact Dawna directly at 805-705-6164 to sign up and pay or contact her for other types of certifications offered.

Classes will be held at the Buellton Rec Center. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming Dates:

• Nov. 15, 2025

• Dec. 6, 2025

• Feb. 7, 2026

• April 11, 2026

• June 6, 2026

• Aug. 1, 2026

• Oct. 3, 2026

• Dec. 5, 2026

​Location: Buellton Recreation Center

SAVE THE DATE!

Cars & Cowboys, a unique event combining classic cars, western charm, and community giving—all in support of Santa Ynez Valley Meals on Wheels.

More info as the event gets closer

https://carsandcowboys.com/

Location: TBA

Labor Day

Please mark your calendars now for the 2026 Annual Gala, scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026

San Lorenzo Seminary, 1802 Sky Dr, Santa Ynez

Danish Days annual celebration is on the 3rd weekend in September

Danish Days annual celebration is on the 3rd weekend in September

Danish Days annual celebration is on the 3rd weekend in September

Buellton Rec works with Dawna Ashton of JDI Training to offer First Aid and CPR Classes
along with other types of certifications (Adult Ped & FA, BLS Healthcare Provider, etc.).

Learn how to help save a life and treat first aid emergencies. OSHA and Insurance compliant with hands-on skills session.

Please contact Dawna directly at 805-705-6164 to sign up and pay or contact her for other types of certifications offered.

Classes will be held at the Buellton Rec Center. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming Dates:

• Nov. 15, 2025

• Dec. 6, 2025

• Feb. 7, 2026

• April 11, 2026

• June 6, 2026

• Aug. 1, 2026

• Oct. 3, 2026

• Dec. 5, 2026

​Location: Buellton Recreation Center

The Center Fundraiser (formerly Solvang Senior Center)

1:00pm-4:00pm

Solvang Theaterfest Garden

Let's come together to honor remarkable community volunteers!

CHAMPIONS OF THE VALLEY

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 - 4:00 PM

Now in its 31st year, Champions of the Valley is a cherished tradition celebrating volunteers nominated by members of the community.

More info to come as the event gets closer!

www.syvalleyfoundation.org

Santa Ynez High School Homecoming

Varsity Football kick-off 7:00pm

Crowing of Homecoming Queen and King at half-time

Rio Memorial Stadium at Santa Ynez High School, Hwy 246, Santa Ynez

People Helping People

Legacies of Hope fundraising dinner

5:30-9 pm

Mattei's Tavern, Los Olivos

Happy Halloween!

Time Change

Veteran’s Day

Begins December 4, 2026 at sundown; ends at nightfall on December 12, 2026

Buellton Rec works with Dawna Ashton of JDI Training to offer First Aid and CPR Classes
along with other types of certifications (Adult Ped & FA, BLS Healthcare Provider, etc.).

Learn how to help save a life and treat first aid emergencies. OSHA and Insurance compliant with hands-on skills session.

Please contact Dawna directly at 805-705-6164 to sign up and pay or contact her for other types of certifications offered.

Classes will be held at the Buellton Rec Center. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming Dates:

• Nov. 15, 2025

• Dec. 6, 2025

• Feb. 7, 2026

• April 11, 2026

• June 6, 2026

• Aug. 1, 2026

• Oct. 3, 2026

• Dec. 5, 2026

​Location: Buellton Recreation Center

Christmas Day

New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Day