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SYVUHS School Board Meeting – 4 p.m. at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Board room – Log onto www.syvuhsd.org for agenda and minutes.

Women’s Leadership Series – 5:15 – 7 p.m. at The Landsby banquet room – Business resilience is the topic; light refreshments will be served. $15 to attend, or free for valley chamber of commerce members. Log onto www.solvangcc.com for more info.

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Maundy Thursday – 6 p.m. at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church – A simple supper for all will be served in Stacy Hall at 6 p.m., which precedes the Liturgy of the Day at 7 pm.

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Mental Health series on KUHL 1440 AM and 106.3 FM – 7:40 a.m. – Cottage Health starts a seven-week radio series on mental health. Log onto www.cottagehealth.org/roadtorecovery for more.

Bookworks Book Club – 1 – 2:30 p.m. at the Buellton Library – Monthly discussions on selected books. Check them out from the front desk.

Good Friday – 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church; service features communion.

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SYV Clean Team – 8:15 a.m. – Meets at the corner of Roblar and Edison, near Bridlewood. The public is invited to join. All supplies are provided. Just show up. For more information, contact team organizer Bill Connell at wconnell@connellandersen.com.

Easter Eggstravaganza – 10 – 11 a.m. at River View Park in Buellton – The valley’s largest Easter egg hunt followed by activities, games and Easter crafts. The hunt starts at 10 a.m. with an ‘adults-only’ game to follow. Log onto www.buelltonrec.com to learn more.

Self-Care Festival and Makers Market – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos. Experience movement classes from the valley’s top gyms and studios. Pamper yourself with treatments from our self-care providers, including massages, mini facials, hair braiding and henna. Take home some handmade creations from our artisans, such as jewelry, natural soaps, leather goods, pottery, pressed papers and more. All proceeds benefit Santa Ynez Valley Youth Coalition. Log onto www.valleywellnesscollective.com for more info.

Applause Auditions – 12 – 4 p.m. at Song in My Heart Studio in Solvang – Applause is an independent adjudicated student competition in the literary, visual and performing arts for students in grades 6 – 12. Log onto www.artsoutreach.com for more info.

Maker Craft – Wind Chimes – 2 – 3 p.m. at the Buellton Library – Make a beautiful wind chime using metal tubes, beads, and found objects. A makers program for all ages (those under 8 years old are welcome with an accompanying adult).  All materials supplied. Register at SBPLibrary.org.

Coding Club – 4 – 5 p.m. at Solvang Library – Come learn about code, and what you can create!  All ages welcome.

Easter Vigil – 8 p.m. at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church. Features the liturgy of the new fire, blessing of the Paschal Candle, the great Alleluia, and the first Eucharist of Easter.

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Easter Egg Hunt – 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church – Toddlers and children through elementary school ages are invited to bring their own baskets and discover special treats throughout the courtyard and gardens.

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SYV We Support the Troops – 9 a.m. – noon at Bethania Lutheran Church – Volunteers pack care packages for active-duty troops on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Call 805-245-4951 for more info.

Wabi Sabi Workshop – 1 – 3 p.m. at SYV Botanic Garden at River View Park. Design with nature – log onto www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.org for more info.

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Treasure Island – 7 – 9 p.m. at SYHS Little Theatre – SYHS theatre students performing the iconic play. “Treasure Island” runs Thursdays through Saturdays, April 25-27, at 7 p.m. in the Santa Ynez High School Little Theatre. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. For more information, call 688-6487, ext. 2361.

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Mental Health series on KUHL 1440 AM and 106.3 FM – 7:40 a.m. – Cottage Health starts a seven-week radio series on mental health. Log onto www.cottagehealth.org/roadtorecovery for more.

Datsun Roadster Classic – 2 – 7 p.m. in Solvang – Organizers are aiming to have 125 Datsun Roadsters, Japanese domestic market (JDM), and Datsun race cars in the 32nd annual show. Log onto www.solvangroadstershow.wordpress.com for more.

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Danish Sisterhood Convention – All day at Santa Maria Radisson Hotel – The mission of the Danish Sisterhood of America is to strengthen, maintain and preserve Danish heritage and traditions for future generations. Log onto www.danishsisterhood.org for more info.

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SYV Clean Team – 8:15 a.m. – Meet at the parking lot on Route 246 about 150 yards from the roundabout. The public is invited to join. All supplies are provided. Just show up. For more information, contact team organizer Bill Connell at wconnell@connellandersen.com.

Chumash Earth Day – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Kitiyepumu’ Park at 100 Via Juana Lane in Santa Ynez. The event features feature a host of educational exhibits, vendors and fun-filled outdoor activities, including a nature walk and clean-up, tree planting and a hands-on cordage workshop. Log onto www.syceo.org.

Mary Poppins Returns – 1 – 2:30 p.m. at the Solvang Library

SYV Youth Rec Kick Off – 5 – 9 p.m. at the SYV Equestrian Center – First event for the SYV Youth Recreation Queen campaign. Raffle and auction items, dinner and more. Log onto www.syvyouthrec.org for details.

Boots, Blues and BBQ – 5 – 10 p.m. at SY Historical Museum – Fundraiser dinner for the SY Charter School. Log onto www.biddingforgood.com/syvcs for details.

Scotty McCreery – 8 p.m. at Solvang Festival Theatre – Country superstar and American Idol winner will rock Solvang Festival Theater. Tickets and more info at www.solvangfestivaltheater.org.

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Propagation Workshop – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at SYV Botanic Garden at River View Park. Log onto www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.com for details.

Old Time Jamboree – noon – 5 p.m. at Ballard Elementary School – Bring the whole family for old-fashioned fun from sack races, three-legged races, pie eating contest and more! Log onto www.ballardschool.com for more info.

Spring Photography Workshop – 3 – 5 p.m. at SYV Botanic Garden at River View Park. Log onto www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.com for details.

Model T Ford Tour – Pea Soup Andersen’s – Model T Fords antique cars built from 1909 to 1927 will be in the area from 4/28 through 5/3 touring local areas.

 

May

 

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Treasure Island – 7 – 9 p.m. at SYHS Little Theatre – SYHS theatre students performing this iconic play. “Treasure Island” runs Thursdays through Saturdays, May 2-4, at 7 p.m. in the Santa Ynez High School Little Theatre. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. For more information, call 688-6487, ext. 2361.

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Buellton Brew Fest – 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – at River View Park in Buellton. Enjoy a day of craft and local beers with delicious food and more. Log onto www.buelltonbrewfest.com for tickets.

Basket Weaving Class – 1 – 3 p.m. at SYV Botanic Garden at River View Park. Log onto www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.com for details.

SB Vintner’s Festival – 1 – 4 p.m. at Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Guests can taste wines from 70+ wineries, meet winemakers and winery owners, savor gourmet food from dozens of regional restaurants. Log onto www.sbvintnersweekend.com for more details.

Rancheros Visitadores Ride – 3 p.m. in Solvang – More than 750 Rancheros Visitadores from 37 states and six countries will parade in pink on horseback and carriages along Alisal Road through downtown Solvang to Old Mission Santa Inés.

LO+CAL Field Fest 0 5 – 10 p.m. at Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos. LO+CAL Field Feast is an evening featuring a custom menu by a local chef, a magical location, great music, live and silent auction items to benefit the Los Olivos School Foundation. Log onto www.losolivosfoundation.ejoinme.org for more.

 

Continuing Events

 

Mondays

 

Yoga, 9 a.m.; Arthritis Exercise Class, 10:15 a.m.; Arts and Crafts every third Monday; Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Divorce Care Recovery Seminar and Support Group – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy Library, 891 N. Refugio Road, Santa Ynez; Louise Kolbert at 805-688-5171.

 

Tuesdays

 

Computer class, 9 a.m., Knitting, 9:30 a.m.; Tai Chi, 11 a.m.; bridge and poker, 12:45 p.m.; Mah Jongg 1 p.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Preschool Story Time – 10:30 a.m. at Solvang Library.

Two-Step Dance Lessons – 6:30 p.m.; 8 p.m. – Industry Night and Karaoke Party. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Visit www.themavsaloon.com.

 

Wednesdays

 

SYV We Support the Troops – 9 a.m.-noon. Volunteers pack care packages on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang. 805-245-4951.

Art Class, 9 a.m.; Book Club, 10 a.m. (call first); Bingo, 1 p.m.: Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Knit and Crochet – 1 p.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571.

Healing Hearts Support Group – 2-4 p.m. Santa Ynez Valley Presbyterian Church, 1825 Alamo Pintado Road. Free. To R.S.V.P. call 805-693-0244.

Solvang Farmers Market – 2:30-6:30 p.m., First Street between Mission Drive and Copenhagen Drive, Solvang.

Crafternoons – 3:45-5:45 p.m. Arts Outreach, 2948 Nojoqui Ave. Suite 9, Los Olivos. $10/child; 805-688-9533.

 

Thursdays

 

Sideways Inn Local’s Night Specials – 5 p.m.- 8 p.m., 114 East Highway 246, Buellton; 805-691-8088.

Chair Exercises – 10 a.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571.

Arthritis Exercise Class, 10:15 a.m.; Mah Jongg, Noon; Basic Cartooning, 1 p.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Brain Injury Survivors of Santa Ynez Valley – Noon-2 p.m., Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang. Jodi House Brain Injury Support Center offers a support group for brain injury survivors and caregivers; www.jodihouse.org.

 

Fridays

 

Nutrition Classes – 11 a.m. – SYV Cottage Hospital Conference Room – Instruction Stacey Bailey is a dietician and offers weekly courses in various topics. For more information call 805-694-2351. Bring your lunch and talk nutrition.

Tai Chi, 9:15 a.m.; Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.; Pilates – 10:15 a.m.; Ukulele 11:15 a.m., Solvang Senior Center, 1745 Mission Drive; 805-688-3793.

Bingo – 1 p.m., Buellton Senior Center, West Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-4571.

 

Saturdays

 

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk – 10-11:30 a.m.; 805-688-4515 or www.sbparks.org.

Junior Rangers Program – 12:30-1:30 p.m. Neal Taylor Nature Center, 2265 Highway 154. Children 3 and up; under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. $3/person. Nature Center admission is free. Visit www.clnaturecenter.org.

 

Coming Up

Log on to www.cityofsolvang.com, www.buelltonrec.com or www.visitsyv.com to see a full schedule of programs and events that range from adult and youth sports to teen dances, field trips, excursions and more.