NFL Players Show Some Love in the Valley
Chumash Chairman Vincent Armenta sponsored the Athletes for Life football event, which started April 4 and ended on the 6th with a visit from Football NFL Player Bill Romanowski.
Ron King, Greeg Bell, Tim Brown and Ron Brown were also in attendance.
The purpose is not to just teach how to play the game, but to most importantly teach them life skills, Ron King said.
California Association Future Farmers of America (FFA) Finds a Home
Veronica Garcia (Santa Ynez FFA Treasurer) and Kathy Bibby (Santa Ynez Advisor) had the opportunity to attend the grand opening of the California Farm Bureau Federation. The event was attended by over 250 agriculture supporters from throughout California.
This "once and a lifetime opportunity" would not have occured without the support of Mr. Mosebar and the California Farm Bereau Federation. The mission of the FFA is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agriculture education.Founded in 1928, the California FFA has contributed to the success of millions of Californians. (FFA) has been homeless, but that just changed. Today the doors of the newly constructed FFA Center in Galt, California is officially open to 64,000 members Nation-wide.
Changing of the Guard
Consilidation of the Santa Barbara County and Solvang Fire Departments is final!
The brand new fire engine # 30 for the fire station arrived and there was a ceremonial lowering of the exisiting American Flag and a rising of the new flag. The Paid-Call Firefighters who have served the City of Solvang were recognized. Pictured are Santa Barbara County Fire Chief John Scherrei and the ex-Solvang Fire Chief, Dwight Pepin, saluting as the "Changing of the Guard" flag ceremony takes place, performed by the Santa Barbara County Fire Dept. Color Guard. Also pictured is the brand new County Fire Engine, # 30 with the nine County Firefighters assigned to the Solvang station along with Battalion Chief Steve Stoll.
Buelton's Easter Eggstravaganza Draws Record Crowd
By Kyle Abello
Nearly 1,000 kids, parents and grandparents turned out for the 18th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza and Egg Hunt on April 7, in its first year at a new venue, Buellton's River View Park.
It could have been the offfer of a delicious pankake and sausage breakfast, or perhaps it was the carnival booths and group games, or maybe it was the lure of a plethora of hidden eggs for eager hunters; but whatever it was that brought them to the event, once there it was nothing but Easter fun for one and all.
Originally the brainchild of the Solvang Recreation of the Solvang Recreation Department, this beloved community event is now jointly sponsored by both Solvang and Buellton Recreation in conjunction with The Well Church. For those who missed this year's Eggstravaganza.
The Great Ice Cream Scheme
By Kyle Abello
The Christian Academy proudly presesnted The Great Ice Cream Scheme, with one presentation on Thursday, April 14th and another on Saturday evening.
The drama students, under the leadership of Mrs. Lori Kennedy, who has been teaching and directing melodrama for the Santa Ynez Valley Christian for more than 10 years.
The students were astounding, comical and enjoyed performing for about 115 Santa Ynez Valley spectators. Nana Peel (Lonny Tamasini) was fanciful on stage, his great acting performance kept the audience and children amused. I.C. Custard (David Imani) and Parfait Deluxe (Meredith Stewart) had a malevolent plan to steal the secret Ice Cream Recipe. Aahh, the attractive Robin Baskins (Ethan Ooms) and Marsha Mallow (Melissa Caughell) love performance was sweet and lovely. And let's not forget the surprising appearances of Ernie, (Kenny Spaar) and the rest of the team who performed superbly on this blustery evening.