Friday & Saturday, May 18th & 19th

Friday & Saturday, May 18th & 19th
The Maverick Saloon Presents- “Coldwater Canyon Boys” Krazy Country 105.9 will host “Concert on The Deck” at 3-6 p.m. at the Maverick, 3687 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez. Information: (805) 686-4785

Valley Community Theater Presents-
“Moon Over Buffalo” This comedy play is written by Ken Ludwig and is directed by Amy Covert. It will be performed at The Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Road, Los Olivos at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $12 each and can be purchased in advance at The Book Loft, The Santa Ynez Coffee Company and El Rancho Market. Information: call John (805) 686-5830          

Saturday, May 19th               
The Elverhoj Museum History and Art Presents: Fine Art on Fabric. 10:30-noon. Kids (1-4 grade)will design and create a wall hanging masterpiece using acrylic paints on white cotton fabric, with inspiration from artist George O’Keefe. $5 per class for member, $10 for non-member. Offers scholarships. 1624 Elverhoj Way, Solvang. Information: (805) 686-1211

Tuesday, May 22   
The Solvang Library Presents- “Is Solar Power Right for You?”An introduction to solar electric power at 7 p.m. in the Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang. Information: (805) 686-4785

The Los Olivos Café and Wine Merchant Presents - “Understanding Your Palates” 2879 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. 5:00-6:00pm. Cost: $15 per person, $10 for wine club members. Information: (805) 688-7265

Friday, May 25 & Saturday, May 26  
The Solvang Theater Festival Presents: “Troubled Love” A staged concert readings of short theater pieces, written by William Shakespeare, Donald Margulies and more. Includes various actors, such as Jane Kaczmerick (Malcolm in The Middle, Pleasantville) and Allison Janney (American Beauty, West Wing). Show starts at 8:00p.m.  Premium tickets: $200 includes Gala dinner with the cast at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 26, Fess Parker Winery, 6200 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos. This is a benefit dinner. Entertainment during dinner includes an equestrian performance by Ramon Becerra, narrated by actress Bo Derek and illusionary skills of Magic Castle magicians. Information: (805) 688-9048. Online tickets: http://www.vineyardvalleytheatre.org     

 

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March 3th - May 20th            
Artiste Winery and Tasting Studio Presents- “Café Life” An exhibition of original paintings by Donna Talerico. 3569 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez. Information and reservations: (805) 686-2626

March 31 - May 27 
The Elverhoj Museum of Art and History Presents-“The World Of Edward Borein” Features etching watercolors and ink drawings by renowned Cowboy and Artist Edward Borein. Open from 4-7pm. 1624 Elverhoj Way, Solvang

May 1-31
Gallery Los Olivos Presents-“Vicky Anderson’s Art Show” 2920 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. Open 10am-5pm. Information: 688-7517.

 

Text Box:  ON-GOING SUMMER EVENTS 
The Solvang Theater Festival Presents: The PCPA Summer Festival Shows include various theater productions running all summer long. Tickets are on sale now. Call 805-922-8313 (Wed-Sun 1-7pm) or purchase online at www.pcpa.org. For groups Sales of 15 or more, visit groups@pcpa.org or call 1-800-PCPA-123. The Solvang Festival Theater Box Office opens 6 (Wed-Sun 2-7pm). Call the box office for senior pricing. Children five and under are not permitted. Pricing: Company, in Concert; The Importance of Being Earnest (Solvang): Adults: $19.50-$27.50; Student/Child: $15.00-$18.75. The Summer 2007 Season continues with Kiss Me, Kate, Lifeboat, The Real Thing and Urinetown the Musical.

 

Saturday, May 26 - August 20              
The Artiste Winery Presents: “Intermezzo: an exhibit of wine paintings by Christina LoCascio” View original paintings created by using red wines and paper. Enjoy live music and a selection of international cheeses paired with the newest wine releases. 3569 Sagunto Street, Studio 102, Santa Ynez. 11a.m.-5p.m. daily. Cost is complimentary. Information: (805) 686-2626. 

Friday - Sundays         
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise: Offered Fridays 3-5p.m. Saturdays 10a.m.-noon and 3-5 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m.-noon. Naturalist-guided two-hour cruises focus on wildlife, flora cultural history and geology. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $6 fee per vehicle. Information: (805) 688-4515 or visit www. Cachuma.com. Reservations: (805) 686-5050 weekdays or 686-5055 weekends.

Tuesday 
Cancer Conversations Support groups sponsored by the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara. Meets: 4:30-6 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 2040 Viborg Road, Suite 140. Call Kate Zeiss 682-7300, ext 3911        

Dance team for ages 7 and up. Learn how to dance with style, grace, expression and enthusiasm or learn to sing and act. 4:00 p.m., Buellton. Contact Gayle 688-1854

Tuesdays and Thursdays      
Los Olivos Grange Hall: Free after school workshop, sponsored by the Academy of Healing Arts, dedicated to the development of character, imagination, emotional intelligence and social conscience of teenagers. Information: (805) 569-2272 Ext. 108 or visit www.ahasb.org            

Monday-Friday       
Buellton Senior Center: Learn how to use the internet, send e-mails and type letters at your own pace. Open 10-4 p.m. 164 W. highway 246, Buellton. Contact Ann 688-4571                 

Tuesdays or Wednesdays     
New Frontiers: Holding free seminars on health, nutrition, ecological, environmental and community concerns. 6-7:30 p.m. 1984 Mission Drive #A10, Solvang. Information: (805) 693-1746          

Saturdays                
Cachuma Lake Nature Center Presents: The Junior Rangers Program
Every Saturday from 1-2 p.m. Kids learn about wildlife, caring for the environment and earn a badge. $2 per child. $6 park admission per vehicle. Information: (805) 688-4515 or visit:
www.cachuma.com.