CONTENTS

3 Welcome

4 Board of Directors and the Chamber Team

5 Catalysts, Conveners and Champions for

the Community: Meet Your Santa Maria

Valley Chamber Team

9 2023 Santa Maria Valley Visitor Guide

61 New Chamber Committee Aims to

Strengthen Connections & Provide Support

to Hispanic Business Community

64 Chamber Welcomes New Committee

Chairpersons

66 Santa Maria Valley Chamber Welcomes

New Members

67 Chamber Celebrates Member Renewals

68 Chamber Investors

Vol. 2 | Issue 4 | December 2022

614 S. Broadway

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 925-2403 | santamaria.com

President & CEO: Glenn Morris

Director of Member & Community Engagement:

Molly Schiff

Chair, Board of Directors: Danny Deveraux

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Message from the CEO

I love the fall season … the briskness in the morning air, the holidays and chances to gather and celebrate, and the opportunity to reflect on the year that is coming to a close and the opportunities represented by a new year around the corner. Probably my favorite day each year is Thanksgiving – and not just because I love a great meal shared with friends and family! My kids will tell you I’m a stickler for not skipping this holiday – no Christmas decorations go up in our house until after the turkey leftovers are dealt with!

As I think about the past year, the Chamber has a lot to be grateful for. We’ve grown our team of professionals which allows us to increase the ways we support our local businesses. We have had great support and guidance from the volunteer leaders on our board and various committees. Our programs are seeing increased engagement, which means businesses are finding value in what we offer.

At the same time, we’re never content or feel like we’re doing the absolute best we can, so we’re looking to 2023 with anticipation for continued improvement in our existing programs and ideas about new services. We know that the new year is coming with a lot of uncertainty for businesses and the communities we live in and serve. Economic indicators are unsettled and the political environment is still divided. Within that context, we know it’s important that we stay on top of the information that businesses need to make good decisions – and that we offer effective support systems to help operate successfully regardless of those macro pressures. In the pages of this issue of Business, #SantaMariaStyle you’ll meet the team we’ve assembled to do that work and learn about a couple of new programs we’ve recently launched. More details about all of our services can be found on our website (www.SantaMaria.com) and in our monthly newsletter (sign-up here: https://santamaria.com/text-email-signup).

Finally, this issue is exciting because it also includes our annual Visitors Guide. Whether you’re hosting guests or planning a stay-cation, you’ll find great ideas and resources for maximizing your time in the Santa Maria Valley. We’re obviously biased, but we know that a little time exploring our region will convince you that we truly are the perfect home base for enjoying California’s Central Coast!

See you around town!

Glenn D Morris, ACE

President & CEO

Catalyst • Convener • Champion

Making the Chamber Work for You!

2022-2023 Officers

Chairman of the Board

Sandra Dickerson, Your People Professionals

Chairman Elect

Paul Cook, CoastHills Credit Union

Vice Chairman

Shannon Seifert, Santa Maria Valley YMCA

Vice Chairman

Laurie Tamura, Urban Planning Concepts

Past Chairman

Danny Deveraux, CalPortland

2022-2023 Board Members

Sue Andersen

Marian Regional Medical Center

Dominick Barry

Quintron Systems, Inc.

Michael Boyer

Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast

Paul Cook

CoastHills Credit Union

Ron Cossa

Tolman & Wiker Insurance

Donna Denham

Santa Maria Country Club

Danny Deveraux

CalPortland

Sandra Dickerson

Your People Professionals

Karen Fothergill

Andre, Morris & Buttry

Edgar Gascon

Hacienda Realty

Gina Gluyas

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Haven Properties

Emily Kitts

Naughty Oak Brewing Company

David LeRoy

Toyota of Santa Maria

Butch Lopez

V Lopez Jr. & Sons General Engineering Contractors

David Merlo

Glenn Burdette

Teresa Paredes

Maya Restaurant

Shannon Seifert

Santa Maria Valley YMCA

Laurie Tamura

Urban Planning Concepts

Max Tucker

Best Western Plus Big America

Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D.

Allan Hancock College

Tim Williams

Digital West

Professional Staff

President & Chief Executive Officer

Glenn D. Morris, ACE

VP, Chamber Operations

Terri Oneschuck

Director, Visitors Bureau

Jennifer Harrison

Director of Member &
Community Engagement

Molly Schiff

Membership Manager

Cara Martinez

Strategic Initiatives Coordinator

Yuliana Nelson

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Paulina Leang

Tourism Coordinator

Taz Dougherty

Hispanic Business Outreach &
Service Representative

David Hernandez

Administrative
Support Coordinator

Patricia Horta

Administrative Associate:

Madison Grimnes

Consultants & Support Team

Economic Development Services, LLC

Suzanne Singh

Energy Watch Partnership of Northern Santa Barbara County / Recycled Materials Development Zone

Dave Cross, Fletcher Cross & Associates

Tourism Marketing District

Cheryl Cuming

What Our Members Say

“Since joining the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce, I’ve developed so many new relationships unique to our local chamber business community. The new business generated immediately paid for itself many-fold! I am grateful for my fellow chamber members like Kelsi Fitzgerald of Veritas Innovative Pest and Termite Solutions whose support and encouragement has been such a warm welcome to the SMVCC family. My business certainly wouldn’t be where it is today without my chamber of commerce relationships.”

– Marina Garcia-Endert, Owner of Truly Gifted “Your Professional Gift Company”

Catalysts, Conveners and Champions for

the Community:

Meet Your Santa Maria Valley

Chamber Team

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber’s staff of 12 runs the Chamber, Visitors Bureau and Economic Development Commission for Santa Maria. Since our staff has recently grown, we thought it was a good time to re-introduce the team and share some of their recent efforts in making the Santa Maria Valley a great place to live, work, and do business.

Glenn Morris, ACE, President & CEO

As President/CEO of the Chamber, Glenn Morris leads by example as a catalyst, convener and champion for the Santa Maria Valley business community. Glenn leads a staff of 12 in meeting their strategic priorities of being community attractors, building an effective workforce, increasing business activity and building engaged leadership. Outside of his role at the Chamber, Glenn is actively involved in several local and regional organizations and including CALM (Board Member), Santa Maria Police Council (Board Member), SBC Workforce Development Board (Board Member), Serve Santa Maria (Steering Committee), WACE (Board Member, Academy Steering Committee Chair). Glenn is an Accredited Chamber Executive (ACE).

Terri Oneshuck, VP, Chamber Operations & Program Director, Leadership Santa Maria Valley

Meet Terri, our VP of Chamber Operations. She serves as the Chief Financial Officer and the Human Resources Manager of the Chamber, and has been with the chamber since 2011. Terri is the fiscal agent for organizations utilizing the Santa Maria Valley Community Foundation. She is also the Director of the Chamber’s Leadership Santa Maria Valley Program. Personally Terri loves spending time with her family, including her two active granddaughters! She is active in her church and enjoys both music and travel.

Jennifer Harrison, Tourism Director

One of our longest-running employees–Jennifer Harrison joined the Chamber team in 2006. As the Tourism Director, she provides leadership to the Visitor Bureau and Tourism Marketing District efforts. Performing a wide range of duties, promoting and supporting tourism and hospitality-related business in the Santa Maria Valley, Jennifer plays a central role in promoting the Santa Maria Valley as a tourism destination. Jennifer also works in partnership with a network of local businesses and organizations. She serves as the primary leader of the community’s efforts to build the hospitality sector of the local economy.

Recently Jennifer and Taz Dougherty (Tourism Coordinator) attended the CalTravel Summit 2022 in the Greater Palm Springs Area. Travel, tourism, and hospitality professionals came together during this summit to discuss pressing advocacy issues, dive into future tourism outlooks and forecasts, and create new connections within the tourism space.

Molly Schiff, Director of Member & Community Engagement

Molly Schiff joined the Chamber team 6 years ago. Molly oversees all Chamber communication and marketing efforts. Additionally, Molly ensures community members and stakeholders remain engaged with the Chamber and have an impactful and valuable experience across all Chamber programs.

Molly recently spearheaded the launch of our “Tours for Teachers” program in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Career Technical Education program. This program provides the opportunity for CTE teachers to connect with industry leaders, tour local businesses and have a valuable dialogue on how we can help students with their career goals. Workforce development is a crucial focus of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber, and we see this program as one of the ways we can strengthen the community.

Suzanne Singh, Economic Development Service of CA

Suzanne Singh has led the Chamber’s Economic Development Commission (EDC) since January 2017. Through the EDC, Suzanne supports businesses already in the Santa Maria Valley and companies interested in joining our community. She is truly in the know of what’s happening and what is to come when it comes to business in the SMV–and some exciting things are underway!

Suzanne recently co-taught a Business Start-Up Class at Allan Hancock College with David Hernandez (Hispanic Business Outreach and Service Representative), which was a hit. Keep an eye out next year for the next series of classes.

Cara Martinez, Membership Manager

Cara started working for the Chamber in 2008 as an Administrative Assistant. In 2012, Cara was promoted to Membership Manager. Cara plays a considerable role in the continued success of our Chamber Investor Sponsorship Program and is responsible for membership development & retention. In addition, Cara oversees our Chamber’s Ambassador Committee and serves on the Santa Maria Women’s Network board.

Here’s what one of our Chamber Ambassadors has to say about Cara:

“Cara personifies the great character and professionalism of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors & Convention Bureau. She is thorough, conscientious and just very good at what she does. Cara is very much a “can do” person and incredibly nice!”--Carlos Lesne, @digital.west

If you’re interested in becoming a Santa Maria Valley Chamber member, please email cara@santamaria.com.

Yuliana Nelson, Strategic Initiatives Manager

Yuliana joined the team earlier this year as our Strategic Initiatives Manager! She plays a crucial role in managing projects and implementing programs designed to support the growth and health of the local business environment.

You might know Yuliana from her work with our Junior CEO program, which is currently going through its second cohort. Yuliana is excited to make a difference within the community and positively impact individuals’ lives.

Paulina Leang, Marketing & Communications Coordinator

One of our newest employees, Paulina joined the Chamber Team in October 2022 as our Marketing & Communications Coordinator.

In addition to managing our media channels & relationships, Paulina creates Chamber newsletters & graphics, assist with press releases & member news, etc. For our Sponsor level members, she is available to assist with utilizing Chamber Marketing bucks. Paulina says that it is inspiring to see how this community works together to create a stronger Santa Maria Valley, and she is excited to be a part of it! Feel free to contact her at paulina@santamaria.com and let me know how the Chamber can support your business.

David Hernandez, Hispanic Business Outreach & Service Representative

David joined the Chamber team earlier this year. He assists the Chamber in engaging with Hispanic-owned businesses and connecting them to resources. He splits his time between direct Hispanic business outreach and supporting the Economic Development Collaborative’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in expanding services to businesses in Northern Santa Barbara County. David is also active in assisting the local military and veteran community.

He is also responsible for organizing, moderating and representing the chamber at our monthly Hispanic Business Committee meetings. If you are interested in joining the committee, please reach out to david@santamaria.com.

Taz Dougherty, Tourism Coordinator

In true Chamber fashion, Taz has worn many hats since joining the team in 2017. Many may recognize him as a friendly face behind the front desk. Taz recently transferred over to our Tourism department, where he assists Jennifer Harrison, Tourism Director, with all things Tourism!

As the Tourism Coordinator, Taz is the man behind the scenes: serving as the initial point of contact for visitors and groups interested in hosting events locally, updating the Visitor Bureau website, and assisting with the production of Tourism-related monthly and weekly e-newsletters, and liaising between hotels and tourism-related businesses.

As a bonus, Taz is our in-house go-to for computer stuff!

Patricia Horta, Administrative Support Coordinator

Patricia has been a long-time staple here at the Chamber office since joining the team in February 2011. As our Administrative Coordinator, she is responsible for dotting our ‘Is’ and crossing our ‘Ts’ with paperwork, invoices, and much more.

She is instrumental during the onboarding process for new Chamber members and assists with scheduling ribbon cuttings. You may have seen her at recent ribbon cuttings or one of our weekly BYB meetings on Fridays.

If you have any inquiries regarding Chamber events and registration, please contact patricia@santamaria.com.

Madison Grimnes, Administrative Assistant

Madison joined the team in September as the Administrative Assistant for the Chamber. Her responsibilities include: greeting visitors, making phone calls, updating records, etc. She also does a stellar job of ensuring everything is organized and up to date!

Madison also helps the rest of the team where needed; she recently made goody bags for our Visitor’s Bureau and assisted with check-in at the State of the City event. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Madison!

Table of Contents

Plan your getaway

4 Welcome

8 The Great Outdoors

14 Santa Maria’s Car Show Culture

18 Go Against the Grain

22 Cultural Centers of the Santa Maria Valley

24 Stroll, Sip, Shop and Savor

30 Taking the Stage in Santa Maria Valley

34 Santa Maria Valley Wine Tasting

36 Winery Listings

38 Another Round

40 Excursion Into Art

43 Restaurants

46 Stay in Santa Maria Valley

Santa Maria Valley Visitors Bureau

614 S. Broadway

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 925-2403 | santamariavalley.com

Santa Maria has something for everyone and the Santa Maria Valley Visitors Bureau is ready to help you truly experience everything. Business is business and meetings are meetings, but you always want to mix in a little bit of fun and really visit Santa Maria Valley.

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WELCOME TO

SANTA MARIA VALLEY

You’re about to discover a largely underrated slice of California’s Central Coast – not just the place, but the people, culture, and traditions that thrive here.

In Santa Maria Valley, we believe sometimes less can lead to more. When you have less worry, you’re able to seize the moment: whether it be slowly swirling a glass of wine in the sunshine, or throttling up and racing dune buggies alongside ocean waves. When there’s less to distract you, you can embrace more experiences like savoring Santa Maria Style barbecue in one of the most authentic dining experiences you can find in California. And one thing you can always count on is having more time together.

Whatever it is that brought you here, we hope that you experience it all alongside our local flavor, genuine hospitality and the natural beauty of northern Santa Barbara County.

We look forward to sharing Santa Maria Valley with you.

Jennifer Harrison

Tourism Director, Santa Maria Valley Chamber & Visitors Bureau

The great outdoors

Here in Santa Maria Valley, our mild, year-round weather, wide-open spaces and diverse coastal ecosystem combine to offer virtually unlimited outdoor adventures, from birdwatching to beach walking, golfing to cycling. Here are some favorite local options for a family getaway to enjoy the great outdoors in Santa Maria Valley:

Stunning Open Spaces

Equestrians, birders, mountain bikers and hikers alike will find room to roam at Los Flores Ranch, a local parkland that offers 1,800 acres of open space and a range of stunning trails and vistas. Located eight miles south of Santa Maria on the east side of Highway 101 in the Solomon Hills, the park offers trails on existing dirt paths and paved roads that were originally created for oil and ranch operations.

All equestrian and mountain biking routes are trail-based and low impact, and picnic areas are available to visitors.

Waller park is the best place to capture that “get away from it all” feel while within the city. This large wooded park has a pond full of ducks, multiple playgrounds, an off leash dog park, a 27 hole disc golf course, and much more!

Also consider the peaceful boardwalk of coastal Oso Flaco Lake; the family-friendly Preisker Park with horseshoe pits, disc golf and playgrounds in north Santa Maria; and the remote beauty of Point Sal State Beach.

Incredible (And Affordable!) Golf

The golf courses of Santa Maria Valley and adjacent areas are nearly as diverse as the local ecology, with everything from full-size public links to stunning resorts, beachfront fairways to panoramic mountain views. Local rates are highly affordable by today’s standards. Add in our mild year-round weather and you have the makings of an unparalleled golfing experience.

Wine Country Cycling

The famed Foxen Canyon Wine Trail is a haven for cyclists who seek wide-open backroads and stunning vineyard views, along with ample wine tasting opportunities. Tepusquet Road is another phenomenal cycling trail, offering 16 miles of winding roads and tree-lined avenues.

Birding Bonanza

Santa Maria Valley is located in the heart of the Pacific Flyway, the path that migrating birds follow along the Pacific coastline of the United States and Mexico. According to one expert, “An energetic and persistent birder can identify well over 100 species of birds in a single day around the Santa Maria Valley.” Local vantages for excellent birdwatching include Waller Park, Preisker Park, Rancho Guadalupe Park, Pioneer Park, Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, Twitchell Reservoir, Point Sal and Oso Flaco Lake Natural Area.

Santa Maria Valley’s Car Show Culture

By Pamela O’Brien

Photos by Luke Karosi

Imagine a time when motor travel was far more glamorous than simply getting from point A to B and when folks cruised in their hot rods and “Kustoms” up and down small-town main street America. The image conjures up scenes from the 1955’s film “Rebel Without a Cause,” where carhops on roller skates bustle about drive-ins serving up shakes and burgers. But now imagine this scene with a twist that can only be synonymous with “Kustoms.”

What is “Kustoms” other than a misspelling? It is the word coined by George Barris, legendary American designer and builder of Hollywood custom cars, to make modified cars sound cool. “Kustoms” simply defined are modified automobiles typically from the 1920s to current times, which are customized in popular styles from that time period by altering the body. “Chopping” and “channeling” are a form of customization used. The techniques are often combined, but can be done individually giving the cars an interesting new line and look. While “chopping” takes in only a car’s pillars and windows, the more involved work of sectioning a car is done on the entire body.

Step onto the streets of Santa Maria, California the weekend of Memorial Day, and you might just feel like you’ve time traveled, or you’ve stepped into an alternate reality where you can mingle with celebrities the likes of Kustoms fans Billy Gibbons of the band ZZ Top, guitarist Jimmy Vaughan or Brian Setzer of the Stray Cat. Where else might you spot the Batmobile or the Munster Koach from the 1960s television shows Batman and the Munsters created by Hollywood legend of Kustom car culture George Barris? When that weekend arrives, so do the lovers of all things Kustom from all walks of life to participate in, or simply take in the divine scenery of Cruisin’ Nationals. Cruisin’ Nationals, the largest Kustom car show in California, has been hosted by West Coast Kustoms Car Club for 40 years, drawing an average of 800-900 Kustom cars , their owners and car lovers annually.

Manny Schatz, who is in charge of West Coast Kustom’s Hall of Fame and sponsorship, said, “We draw people from all over the world. People have come from as far away as Japan and Australia to participate in the show.

“People bring their Kustoms to debut them there,” said Schatz. “This is the show!”

Although much focus is given to the autos that have been given absolute TLC to get them to thrive at ripe ages, club members and event-goers who return every year since the event’s inception in 1982 know this is not just a car show.

“It’s not just about the cars,” said Penny Pichette, President of West Coast Kustoms. Pichette has been at the helm of Santa Maria Cruisin’ Nationals and West Coast Kustoms Car Club since her husband and founder, Rich Pichette, died of Alzheimer’s disease in 2010.

Referring to the Cruisin’ Nationals, Pichette explained, “It is an opportunity to renew our friendships built over decades, get to meet new people, and get together. Some say it is like a pilgrimage. Many of the same people come year after year from all over the country. We’ve celebrated birthdays and anniversaries, and we’ve even had three weddings right there on stage on the closing day!”

Although Pichette carries the torch she inherited from her spouse, she acknowledges their differences. “People often say my husband was always the easy-going one, but I am known as ‘the enforcer’” she says – a term she explains was given to her because she is known for getting things done.

In fact, getting things done is key when organizing a three-day car show that runs thanks to a group of volunteers spinning their magic. The event kicks off with the West Coast Kustoms Hall of Fame dinner, where the who’s who of the Kustom car world are honored for their innovations and positive impact on the hobby. The dinner is followed by Santa Maria City Cruise Night, co-sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and the Visitor’s Bureau, autograph signing by those in the past and current Hall of Fame, and Pinstripers Panel Jam Auction where art created by a collection of pinstripers and artists onsite is auctioned off in honor of founder Rich Pichette to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s research.

Attendees can expect to discover live music, vendors, a swap meet, a model car show, undoubtedly a celebrity or two, and even a roller skating event for families and children throughout the event, leading into the awards program.

Supporting the West Coast Kustoms event is the Historic Santa Maria Inn, with its air of elegance from bygone days. Centrally located less than a half mile from the Fairpark where the car show is held, guests and participants can easily walk from the Inn. Famous guests like William Randolph Hearst have stayed at the grand, 164-room full-service hotel, which features an array of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, room service, a four-story indoor parking garage and loads of old-world ambiance. California cuisine is served at The Century Room, fine California wines are decanted at The Wine Cellar, and espresso is sipped at the soon-to-reopen 801 Coffee Bar.

If visitors are interested in extending their Memorial Day Weekend, the Historic Santa Maria Inn and Central Valley have much to offer beyond the event. Nestled in the heart of Central Coast wine country, the landmark Inn offers the perfect amalgam of proximity to charming coastal towns, windswept shores of Pismo State Beach and the 59 wineries along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail. And as for hospitality, both Pichette and Schatz agree, the staff welcomes Kustoms enthusiasts with open arms year after year and does a fabulous job!

Franz Davis, revenue manager at the Historic Santa Maria Inn, said of the show, “It fills not just our hotel but all the hotels. It benefits the whole town. We have some folks who come in year after year. (We) have a permanent list of the guests. And even though we are already booked up for 2023, as it gets closer there is always space because some people have other commitments come up.”  

For more information on West Coast Kustoms and all of Santa Maria Valley’s car shows, please visit santamariavalley.com/events.

West Coast Kustoms Cruisin’ Nationals will be held May 26-28, 2023.

go

against the

grain

The perfect grand finale to any road trip is a cold beer and some legendary barbecue.

Although our reputation is pretty well-known along the west coast, some travelers may be surprised to learn that Santa Maria Style barbecue actually comes from a place right here in the heart of the Central California Coast. We slow-roast our tri-tip using the same recipe our grandparents’ grandparents used. From classic steakhouses like Shaw’s to the famous Hitching Post to the contemporary Far Western Tavern, your biggest cravings will be satisfied and you’ll experience for yourself how, in Santa Maria Valley, we treat (and feed) our visitors like family.

Tucked away along the Central Coast are some of California’s best microbreweries and taprooms—serving up ice-cold craft beers in a hidden gem of the region where you’ll make fast friends with the locals and “another round” is a given. For those of you in town in the month of October, check out the annual Santa Maria Valley Beer Fest, where more than 30 regional craft breweries and cider producers showcase their best work.

The Secret to Santa Maria Style Barbecue

Tri-tip

In the 1950s, a Santa Maria butcher popularized tri-tip, a triangular cut of beef prized for its savory flavors and texture. Tri-tip today enjoys a fanatic following and is regarded as a signature cut of Santa Maria Style Barbecue.

Santa Maria Seasoning

While other regional barbecue styles are famous for their sauces, Santa Maria Style barbecue boasts a uniquely homegrown seasoning composed of salt, pepper and garlic salt.

Red Oak

Authentic Santa Maria Style barbecue is cooked over coals of local red oak, giving the meat a distinctively sweet, smoky quality.

cultural centers

of the

Santa Maria Valley:

Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center and the DANA Adobe and Cultural Center

By Pamela O Brien

On the Central Coast of California–less than 10 miles from Santa Maria Valley–lie two gems and their stewards: the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center and the DANA Adobe and Cultural Center.

If it wasn’t for visionaries like the volunteers who formed the Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos (DANA) in 1999 and environmental activist Kathleen Goddard Jones who spearheaded preserving and protecting the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes back in 1980, the culture, artifacts, buildings, and land would not have been preserved for future generations to enjoy.

Goddard Jones and the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center

Take, for instance, one of the stories about the origin of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center. According to Executive Director for the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center Erika Weber, back in the early 1960s, it was the Goddard Jones family tradition to take each of their five adopted children on a day trip of their choice to celebrate their birthdays. Kathleen Goddard Jones, now known as “the mother of the dunes”, was an accomplished High Sierra hiker and was extremely active with the Sierra Club as a conservationist.

From their home in Paso Robles, Weber said, “The family drove south and south and south ‘til they finally arrived at the beach that is the present-day Pismo Beach. While the children played, Kathleen wandered about the dunes. She was so taken aback by the majesty and beauty of the dunes, but as the story goes, while she was having a spiritual moment at the same time, a dune buggy nearly took her out!

“It was that moment that she decided this was going to be her cause,” continued Weber. After learning the dune land had been acquired for a nuclear power plant, Goddard Jones embarked on what would be a successful 11-year campaign to establish a sanctuary and wildlife preserve that could coexist with nearby off-road activity.

Goddard Jones’ efforts led to the preservation of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes–an area stretching for 18 miles along the coast south of Pismo Beach, now known as the largest intact coastal dune ecosystem on Earth. Film buffs may know the site as a key location in Cecil B. DeMille’s 1923 silent film “The Ten Commandments” — later remade in 1956 with Charlton Heston as Moses.

The non-profit Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center serves mainly to educate on conservation of the ecosystem and share the history of the dunes, including everything of their inhabitants from the Chumash people who thrived there for 10,000 years, to early Eastern European explorers.

Every year, in homage to Goddard Jones, the Dunes Center sponsors a walk-through of her beloved dunes. They also offer private group hikes and walks, school field trips and programs on diverse topics that include everything from the ecosystem’s rare mammals and birds, to archaeology and microhabitats. Five miles of beach in Oceano are allocated for recreation, and the only area where four-wheel vehicles are allowed.

The DANA Adobe and Cultural Center

Go a few miles northwest and you will come across the DANA Adobe and Cultural Center, which is the home of the original “Casa de Dana” — one of the oldest houses in San Luis Obispo County situated on a 130-acre property or “Rancho”, and its new Cultural Center in Nipomo.

Like the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center and Goddard Jones, in 1999, activists known as Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos (DANA) had a vision: to save the “Dana Adobe”. The historical adobe home that belonged to Sea Captain William Goodwin Dana, his wife Maria Josefa Carrillo Dana and their exceptionally large family of 13 children is now a registered historical site. Some surmise that Captain Dana, the well-traveled Bostonian who had lost both parents and became orphaned by the age of nine, was in search of roots and a sense of belonging.

According to Lexi Carreño, executive director of the DANA Adobe and Cultural Center, when Captain Dana applied for a land grant in 1836 through the Mexican government, “since he was a foreigner, he was asked to first convert to Catholicism, learned to read and speak Spanish, and apply to be a naturalized Mexican citizen.”

Dana earnestly embraced the culture and the people and applied for a land grant of roughly 50,000-acres, sweeping west from the Santa Maria riverbed to the Santa Lucia mountains, going nearly to the dunes before the Pacific Ocean, and ending at Los Berros Creek where he would begin construction of his home. The Rancho became famous for the hospitality of the Danas along the 600-mile trail known as El Camino Real (The Royal Road).

Today, the children’s programs at the DANA Adobe and Cultural Center offer glimpses into what it would have been like to live on the Rancho in Dana’s lifetime. Among the activities to be found are roping while riding a wine-barrel pony, preparing hand-made tortillas, learning about local wildlife and ecology, dancing, sketching the over 200-years-old sycamore tree on the property, and taking guided hikes on the same land the Dana children would have wandered.

DANA Adobe and Cultural Center also offers guided tours for adults, and has a large trail system that runs through the entire property available to the public.

In the late 1990s, early DANA volunteers began to worry that the historic viewshed directly in front of the adobe could be lost due to the development boom. In June of 1999, the 100-acre property in the immediate view of the adobe sold after a century of ownership. An acquisition evaluation in 2002 again had historians talking of threats to the views from the property.

According to Carreño, a representative of the California State Parks in 2008 shared that “the potential educational and cultural benefits of preserving this tangible remnant of the state’s history for future generations have been noted many times over the years by many people, but as the surrounding rural land rapidly gives way to urban development, time is running out.”

The DANA Adobe organization decided to take action.

‘One of the greatest accomplishments done by (the organization) was obtaining a 99-year lease to protect the original Rancho viewshed on the 100 acres to the east of the Adobe’ said Carreno. As a result, the house and environment were safeguarded from encroachment, and residents and visitors can continue to enjoy the same panoramic view from the DANA Adobe home to the foothills appreciated through the centuries.

For more information, visit

www.danaadobe.org and

www.dunescenter.org.

Stroll, Sip, Shop & Savor

Santa Maria Valley’s Old Town

In the Heart of Santa Maria Valley, You’ll Find the Charming Walkable Streets of Old

Town Orcutt.

Founded at the height of oil production in the early 1900s, Orcutt became a center for trade and shipping. Today, it appeals to locals and visitors alike as the perfect place to eat, drink, and shop. With four tasting rooms, eclectic boutiques, art galleries and special events that happen year-round, Orcutt is a small-town cultural hub in the Santa Maria Valley.

Throughout the year, every first Friday of the month, shops keep their doors open past normal business hours to welcome anyone looking to kick off their weekend Santa Maria Style. Restaurants and bars often run drink specials, and the avenue out front is an idyllic place to meander while the sun sets over the rolling hills. In the fall, the annual family-friendly Chalk Festival transforms Old Town Orcutt into a gallery of vibrant street murals. Old Town Orcutt also hosts several car shows including the Bent Axles show in July and the All Ford Show in September.

In the winter, the Christmas parade takes to the streets, which has been an Old Town Orcutt tradition for over 50 years! Beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Santa Maria Valley Wine Trolley runs through the summer and makes two convenient stops in Old Town before heading out to the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail.

No matter when you visit, Old Town Orcutt is where you can count on being treated like family, and where you can experience a weekend getaway with a hometown feeling.

SIP

El Viñero

Owned by local winemaker Jordan Crabtree, El Viñero is a family-owned wine tasting room that focuses on having a wide array of wine which all share the same concept, balance. Their tasting room enjoys frequently hosting local musical acts, doing food pairing nights, and much more!

Vino et Amicis

Nestled in the heart of Old Town Orcutt, Vino et Amicis is a unique wine bar that offers a relaxing environment while you sit and enjoy a glass of wine. With their wide array of wines, you are sure to discover hidden gems that you won’t be able to find on a grocery store shelf.

Naughty Oak Brewery

Looking for a place for great, locally brewed beer and local fun? Look no further than Naughty Oak Brewery. Naughty Oak has a great selection of beer crafted on-site. Steve and Emily Kitts not only work hard to craft delicious beers, but also make sure that Naughty is a relaxed and fun atmosphere for events. Naughty Oak regularly hosts beer yoga, weekly trivia, and much more that you won’t want to miss!

SHOP

Deja Vu

Deja Vu Antiques features unique finds from more than 35 premier, professional antique dealers from across the central coast. Deja Vu Showcases traditional antiques as well as an array of repurposed treasures, textiles, vintage and industrial furniture, jewelry, home decor and gifts.

SAVOR

Breakfast at Kay’s Country Kitchen

Nothing says hometown comfort like a classic breakfast over coffee with those you love most. Enjoy the most important meal of the day in Kay’s historic building with a menu so delicious, you’ll be hard pressed to choose. Psst: The Santa Maria Style tri-tip and eggs is a local favorite.

Dinner at Far Western Tavern

The iconic Far Western Tavern is the place for contemporary California ranch cuisine. The restaurant is recognized as a landmark of Santa Maria Style Barbecue. The menu blends local barbecue style with other dishes that reflect The Minetti Family’s heritage in the Santa Maria Valley’s Swiss-Italian ranching community, all prepared with fresh flavors from nearby farms, ranches and vineyards.

Taking the Stage

in Santa

Maria Valley

Three must-visit

theatres around our valley

Santa Maria Valley offers endless opportunities to get away from the everyday and embark on truly authentic experiences—and one of the best ways to do so is through our vibrant theatre community. Live performances, seasoned actors, and open-air venues all make for endless entertainment during your visit. Read on for a behind-the-red-curtain look at the top three must-visit theatres in and around our valley.

PCPA (Pacific Conservatory Theatre for Performing Arts)

For over 55 years, the PCPA Pacific Conservatory Theatre has been producing everything from Shakespearean plays to Broadway musicals. With year-round entertainment offered in its two main venues, plus an outdoor festival theatre, every season boasts a diverse and entertaining lineup of live theatre performances—from thought-provoking dramas to foot-tapping musicals and everything in between.

The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville Revue

Located just minutes from Pismo Beach in Oceano, The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville Revue offers patrons interactive, unforgettable performances night after night. Renowned for its sawdust-covered floors, cabaret tables, and actors from across the country, nightly entertainment at the Melodrama is served up alongside tasty pub fare from an in-house restaurant. Major bonus: shows are performed in the classic melodramatic style—meaning the audience is encouraged to cheer the hero and boo the villain for a night full of howls, hoots, and endless laughter.

Santa Maria Civic Theatre

The Santa Maria Civic Theatre is another outlet at which passionate, live community theater may be enjoyed throughout the year. The theatre group is the oldest and longest-running one of its kind between Ventura and Monterey, making it a fine-tuned favorite for any visitor to Santa Maria Valley.

Santa Maria Valley Wine Tasting

Santa Maria Valley is a largely undiscovered—and underrated—slice of California wine country. With more than 30 wineries and tasting rooms around the region, there’s no shortage of sips here.

While you’re in Santa Maria Valley, you’ll find that one of the best ways to taste wine from the oldest appellation in Santa Barbara County can be found on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail. Meandering roads connect Santa Maria Valley to Los Olivos with breathtaking views and 14 tucked-away vineyards along a 30-mile stretch.

Our region’s flagship varietals—cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah, plus Bordeaux-style wines from neighboring regions—offer a vintage for every wine lover.

wine tasting

Bien Nacido & Solomon Hills Estates

biennacidoestate.com

Ca’ Del Grevino Los Olivos Tasting Room

grevino.com/tasting-rooms/

Ca’ Del Grevino Vineyard

grevino.com

Cambria Winery & Vineyard

cambriawines.com

cnagy Wine Tasting

nagywines.com

Costa de Oro Winery

cdowinery.com

Cottonwood Canyon Winery

cottonwoodcanyon.com

El Viñero

elvinero.com

FOXEN

foxenvineyard.com

Foxen 7200 AKA The Shack

foxenvineyard.com

Foxen Canyon Wine Trail

foxencanyonwinetrail.net

J. Wilkes

jwilkes.com

Kita Wines

kitawines.com

Presqu’ile Winery

presquilewine.com

Rancho Sisquoc Winery

ranchosisquoc.com

Riverbench Vineyard & Winery

riverbench.com

Steller’s Cellar

stellerscellar.com

Vino et Amicis Wine Bar

vinoetamicis.com

Zaca Mesa Winery & Tread Winery

zacamesa.com

treadwines.com

Booking A

Tasting Tour

Gold Coast Executive Transportation

goldcoastlimos.com

another round

Tucked away along the Central Coast are some of California’s best microbreweries and taprooms, serving up ice-cold craft beers where everyone is family and “another round” is a given.

From ales to hops, Santa Maria Valley has a libation to satisfy every taste bud–even beyond the vine. If you’re a beer enthusiast and have yet to try the local brews, it’s time to plan a trip. There’s a whole world of beer styles in Santa Maria Valley, and our brewers work to make the best, be it beer, cider or kombucha.

beer tasting

Blast 825 Brewery

blast825brewery.com

Me-n-Eds Pizzeria and Craft House – Santa Maria

facebook.com/Meneds.sm

Me-n-Eds Pizzeria and Craft House – Nipomo

facebook.com/NipomoMeNEdsPizzeria

Naughty Oak Brewing Co.

naughtyoak.com

excursion into art:

exploring santa maria valley’s public displays

By Dave Hoffman

When you visit Santa Maria, California, you may be moved by public art pieces that are displayed throughout the city. Sculptures, murals, banners, mosaics and other creative works brighten and enliven the area by showing the history and culture of the community for anyone to enjoy. Residents and visitors enjoy a deeper connection to the city driven by the history and vision of the community, and local artists have an outlet to express themselves to neighbors and anyone who comes to town.

It is all part of the city’s Public Art Master Plan, which was approved by the City Council in 2019.

“It really gave us the opportunity to look at public art in the city,” said Recreation Services Manager Dennis Smitherman. “Using that plan we moved forward with supporting, creating, and promoting public art. Using the different outlets we have, we are able to create pieces represented by the community, often by mentor artists who work with teens to create different murals throughout the city. The vast majority of our art is by local artists.”

Artists can create works of art that highlight the city’s reach and history, going back to when it became a municipality in 1905 or even earlier, or they can promote issues that are important to them. Santa Maria native Briana Zierman-Felix has done both.

One of her works is an acrylic painting on a utility box of people picking strawberries. “My grandmother worked in the field and she would carry my dad on her back while picking strawberries. I wanted to show how hard working everybody from the city is,” she said.

Zierman-Felix also created a mural on the ground outside of the library which depicts fish swimming around a storm drain, creating strong imagery to emphasize a message. “It’s based around how clean water saves life,” she said. “How keeping the drains clear in the city, with no litter, will stop it from going into the storm drain.”

Santa Maria’s public art also serves to enhance neglected neighborhoods, with outsized impact. Artist Ruben Espinoza approached a building owner to paint a mural on a building that had historically been tagged with graffiti, only to be met with hesitation for fear of the artwork being ruined. Espinoza persisted.

“It’s a heart because the area is close to downtown, and it’s made of floral patterns that pay homage to the Latino and Mixteco people who live in the area,” Espinoza said, noting that it hasn’t been covered in the three years since he painted it. “It’s been a pride of that neighborhood. Everyone is grateful that it’s happening there. People will go for photo shoots for their proms or senior pictures. It’s really become a staple there.”

Santa Maria Valley’s murals allow visitors a sensory experience that highlights the depth of history and scope of culture that exists in Santa Maria Valley. For example, some pieces showcase the Chumash Tribe and their impact on the area. And the future promises to bring more of the exciting diversity that already characterizes the city. “We’re currently working with the Japanese Community Center who is creating a piece of art based on Japanese culture here in Santa Maria,” Dennis said.

Looking to take a deeper dive into Santa Maria Valley’s arts and culture? Take a look at our website at: santamariavalley.com/things-to-do/arts-culture/.

REstaurants

Santa Maria Valley is home to more than 50 restaurants, and we have no doubt you’ll find something that hits the spot.

We’d be remiss not to mention Santa Maria Style barbecue, a 150-year-old tradition featuring tri-tip slow grilled over red oak and served with pinquito beans, salad, salsa and garlic bread. It’s mouth-watering-good. Local restaurants often have their own spin on the classic, and you might have trouble choosing

a favorite during your trip.

Don’t fret—if you’re not a meat eater or are just looking for a little something different, you can find it here, too. You’ll find farm-to-table, vegetarian and vegan options, and cuisines ranging from Italian to Mexican to Cuban.

There’s no better place to indulge. Come prepared to eat and drink your way through the Central Coast.

REstaurants

“A” Street Café

vtc-sm.org/the-a-street-café

Blast 825 Brewery

blastbrewery.com

Carniceria El Matador

facebook.com/elmatadormeat/

Chick-Fil-A

chick-fil-a.com

Cielito Lindo Restaurant

cielitolindomexgrill.com

Cold Stone Creamery

orders.ordercoldstone.com/menu/acorn-plaza/

Cool Hand Lukes

coolhandlukes.com

Cowboy Cookie & Ice Cream

cowboycookie.com

Crumbl Cookies

crumblcookies.com/casantamaria

Cubanissimo Cuban Coffee House & Café

cubanissimocafe.com

Cugini’s Pizzeria & Trattoria

cuginispizzeriatrattoria.com

Cups And Crumbs (Santa Maria)

cupsandcrumbssm.com/

Del Taco (North and South Broadway)

deltaco.com

Dunkin’ Donuts

dunkindonuts.com

El Pueblito

facebook.com/elpueblito

restaurantesantamaria

El Toro Tortilleria II

facebook.com/El-Toro-Tortilleria-Mexican-Deli-111620038877069

Far Western Tavern

farwesterntavern.com

Fire & Vice

firevice.com

FireGrill

instagram.com/smfiregrill/

FoodTrip

facebook.com/FoodTripCentral

Giavanni’s Pizza

giavannispizza.com/

Gina’s Piece Of Cake

ginaspieceofcake.com

Go Healthy

facebook.com/gohealthysm/

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

goldencorral.com/location

Hitching Post of Casmalia

hitchingpost1.com

The Homestead

thehomesteadoldorcutt.com

J’s Burgers Paso Robles

805jsburgers.com

J’s Country Kitchen

jscountrykitchen.com

Jack’s Restaurant

jacksoldtownorcutt.com

Juice It Up

juiceitup.com/location/santa-maria-enos-ranch/

Klondike Pizza

klondikepizza.com

La Tradicional Ice Cream Shop

facebook.com/LaTradicionalSantaMaria

Maya Restaurant

mayamexicankitchen.com

Me-n-Eds Pizzeria And Craft House (Santa Maria and Nipomo)

meneds.com

Mexi-Thail Roll

facebook.com/Mexithairoll

Mountain Mike’s Pizza (North Broadway and S. Bradley)

mountainmikespizza.com

My Place Coffee, Juice, & More

instagram.com/myplace.coffee

Nothing Bundt Cakes

nothingbundtcake.com

Old Town Cups And Crumbs Coffee Shop And Homestyle Bakery

cupsandcrumbsoldtown.com

Olive Garden

olivegarden.com

Orcutt Burgers (Orcutt and Grover Beach)

orcuttburgers.com

Pi Whole Pizza Express

piwholepizza.com

Pizzeria Bello Forno

belloforno.com

Portabella Bar & Grill

holidayinn.com

Raising Cane’s

raisingcanes.com

Roscoe’s Kitchen

roscoeskitchensantamaria.com/

Spencer’s Fresh Markets

spencersfreshmarkets.com

Straw Hat Pizza

strawhatpizza.com

Subway

subway.com

Tacos El Tizon

tacoseltizon.com

The Century Room Restaurant

santamariainn.com

The Garden Mediterranean Restaurant & Café

thegardensm.com

The Maker’s Son

themakersson.com

The Salty Brigade Kitchen

thesaltybrigade.com

Tortilleria Mexico

en.tortilleriamexico.com/

Trattoria Uliveto

trattoriauliveto.com

Vintner’s Grill

radisson.com/santamariaca

Whiskey N’ Rye American BBQ

whiskeynryebbq.com

Willows Restaurant & Bar

chumashcasino.com

Woody’s Butcher Block

woodysbutcherblock.com

New Chamber Committee Aims to Strengthen Connections & Provide Support to Hispanic Business Community

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber is “Here for Business”. As part of our efforts to be inclusive of all businesses in the Santa Maria Valley, the Chamber recently hired David Hernandez as their Hispanic Business Outreach Coordinator. David assists the Chamber in improving engagement with, and services to, Hispanic-owned businesses. He splits his time between direct Hispanic business outreach, and supporting the Economic Development Collaborative’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in expanding services to businesses in Northern Santa Barbara County.

In his role, David recently formed a “Hispanic Business Committee” to gather direct input from the Hispanic-owned business community and Hispanic business leaders on what their needs are and how the Chamber may be better able to assist them.

“The importance of a Hispanic business committee is to have a direct connection with our Hispanic community. To understand needs and concerns, while providing support and resources to entrepreneurs and local businesses.” Hernandez said.

The Committee currently has 21 members consisting of 2 Non-profits, 1 Santa Barba County organization, 2 school organizations, and 1 state organization, and 15 local business leaders. The committee has helped host two Hispanic Business Mixers this past year. These events, hosted primarily in Spanish, provide networking opportunities and presentations from business service organizations on free services available to assist local businesses.

Looking ahead to 2023, the committee hopes to expand beyond providing networking events for the community.

“The Hispanic Business committee has main 3 objectives for 2023,” Hernandez said. “First, provide assistance and resources to local small businesses in order to strengthen the economic development of our Hispanic community. Second, strengthen Hispanic engagement in the community and city. Third, providing Hispanic youth with networking opportunities for both employment and entrepreneurship.”

Hernandez is thankful for a committee that is engaged and proactive in wanting to better connect with the Hispanic business community.

“As a very new committee, we’re pleased with what we’ve been able to accomplish this year, and are really excited to make and even larger impact in 2023,” Hernandez said.

The Hispanic Business Committee welcomes anyone interested in the economic development of our Hispanic small businesses and community engagement. Committee meetings are held once a month. Anybody interested in attending can contact David Hernandez at the Santa Maria Valley Chamber at 805-868-7278 or David@santamaria.com.

Santa Maria Valley Chamber Welcomes

New Members: August 2022 – October 2022

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber is proud to welcome these businesses as new members and investors in the Chamber. We appreciate their vote of confidence in the work that the Chamber is engaged in on behalf of all businesses in our community and look forward to working with them to build a stronger Santa Maria Valley. We strongly encourage all residents and businesses to support these and other Chamber member businesses who have demonstrated a commitment to our community. You can find a full list of local businesses by visiting our local business directory (www.SantaMaria.com/List).

805 Solar Clean

550 W. Betteravia Rd. Ste.A

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 928-9900

www.805solarclean.com

AlchePharma Naturals - Buellton

214 E. Highway 246 #101, Buellton, CA 93427

(805) 693-9597

www.alchepharmanaturals.com

AlchePharma Naturals - Nipomo

110 Mary Ave. Suite #4

Nipomo, CA 93444

(805) 929-5599

www.alchepharmanaturals.com

AlchePharma Naturals – Santa Maria

1140 E. Clark Ave #120 ,Santa Maria, CA 93455

(805) 938-5657

https://alchepharma.com/pages/vitamin_and_herb_stores

Bodyceuticals

1140 East Clark Ave #120

Santa Maria, CA 93455

(323) 240-6155

www.bodyceuticals.net

Farmers Insurance | Herrera Insurance Agency

1140 E. Clark Ave #120B

Santa Maria, CA 93455

(805) 354-4435

https://herrerainsurance.net/

Blessings in a Backpack - Santa Maria Valley

2035 Preisker Lane, Suite B Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 717-1060

https://www.smvblessings.org/

Domestic Violence Solutions for Santa Barbara County

411 E Canon Perdido #12

Santa Barbara, CA 93102

(805) 964-5245

http://dvsolutions.org

Farm Supply Company – Arroyo Grande

1079 El Camino Real

Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

(805) 489-5514

https://www.farmsupplycompany.com/

Farm Supply Company – Buellton

700 McMurry Road

Buellton, CA 93427

(805) 688-8101

https://www.farmsupplycompany.com/

Relay for Life of Santa Maria

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(800) 227-2345

www.relayforlife.org/santamariaca

SEEAG’s Farm Lab

800 S. College Dr.

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 892-8155

https://www.seeag.org/farmlab

California Scholarship Foundation Chapter #1543 (South Central)

1157 E. Clark Ave.

Santa Maria, CA 93455

(805) 348-3333

www.fpcharter.org

Crumbl Cookies

449 E. Betteravia Rd.

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 293-7272

https://crumblcookies.com/casantamaria

Family Partnership Charter School

1157 Clark Avenue, Suite H

Santa Maria, CA 93455

(805) 348-3333

www.fpcharter.org

Future Leaders of America, Inc.

Santa Maria, CA

(559) 974-6326

https://futureleadersnow.org/

Giavanni’s Pizza

1108 E. Clark Ave, Suite 130

Orcutt, CA 93455

(805) 934-8555

http://giavannispizza.com

Santa Maria Recycling Center, Inc.

1544 Black Road

Santa Maria, CA 93458

(805) 346-2770

http://santamaria

recyclingcenterinc.com

Telecare Corp

124 Carmen Lane, Ste. A

Santa Maria

(805) 348-1850

www.telecarecorp.com/santa-maria-act/

Youth Leadership Conference

Santa Maria, CA 93456

(559) 974-6326

https://futureleadersnow.org/youth-leadership-conference

Juice it up

471 E. Betteravia Rd.

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 803-1970

https://juiceitup.com/location/santa-maria-enos-ranch/

Aplicca Brand Partners

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 631-0949

www.apliccabrandpartner.com

Central Coast Moving & Storage

3051 Propeller Dr.

Paso Robles, CA 93446

(805) 441-4429

http://centralcoastmoving.com

Frontier

23456 Madero Suite 105

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 278-5593

https://internet.frontier.com/

Go Healthy

2041 S. Broadway,

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 623-5380

Partners Personnel

611 S. Broadway

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 867-7670

http://partnerspersonnel.com

Veterans of Foreign Wars - Post 2521

200 E. Battles

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(805) 925-5215

https://www.facebook.com/SMVFW2521/

Vida Yoga

130 N. Broadway, Ste. B

Orcutt, CA 93455

(805) 266-3958

http://Vidayogaorcutt.com

Welcome Home Military Heroes

Arroyo Grande, CA

(805) 441-4661

http://welcomehome

militaryheroes.org

Willis D. Ranch, LLC

9220 Alamo Creek Rd.

Santa Maria, CA 93454

(949) 370-5995

Chamber Celebrates Member Renewals:

August-October 2022

The Chamber is proud to recognize our members who renewed their commitment to the Chamber during the August through October period. These businesses strive each day to create jobs, boost our local economy, and build a community of which we can all be proud. We thank them for their loyalty and continued support, allowing us to work with them to create a stronger Santa Maria Valley. Learn more about these businesses, and all Chamber members, at www.SantaMaria.com/List.

82 Years

Marian Regional Medical Center

74 Years

Diani Building Corp.

62 Years

Travelodge

57 Years

Far Western Tavern, Inc.

42 Years

Bonipak Produce

M & W Pumps

Orcutt Union School District

Pan American Insurance Services

Poor Richard’s Press

Santa Barbara County Education Office

United Way Northern Santa Barbara County

41 Years

Fargen Survey, Inc.

40 Years

Fence Factory

38 Years

Atlas Performance Industries

37 Years

Fischer’s Fine Jewelry

Martinez & Assoc Architecture, Inc.

VTC Enterprises

36 Years

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

35 Years

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Portabella Restaurant

34 Years

Boomer’s

Costco Wholesale #1275

33 Years

Santa Maria Joint High School District

Best Western Plus Big America

Primus Laboratories

32 Years

Foot & Ankle Center Of The Central Coast

Santa Maria Bonita School District

Santa Maria Seeds, Inc.

St. Joseph High School

31 Years

Jack’s All-American Plumbing

30 Years

Econo Lodge Plus Inn & Suites

Law Offices of Kim Mistretta

29 Years

Abbey Carpet of Santa Maria

Allan Hancock College

Cambria Winery & Vineyard

The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

28 Years

Hacienda Oaks Property Management

J B Dewar, Inc.

Righetti Specialties, Inc.

27 Years

B & B Steele & Supply of Santa Maria

Matthew P. Lane, DDS

Rancho Sisquoc Winery

Santa Maria BBQ Outfitters

Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Museum

Transitions - Mental Health Association

University of Massachusetts Global

26 Years

Dottie Lyons

Spencer’s Fresh Markets

25 Years

Santa Barbara Foundation

Farm Credit West

24 Years

Nu-Tech Pest Management

Santa Maria Foursquare Church

23 Years

Economy Inn

Local Copies Etc

Santa Maria Public Airport

21 Years

Community Bank of Santa Maria

Community Health Centers Of Central Coast

Motel 6 South

Town & Country Inn

20 Years

5-Star Business Services

Historic Santa Maria Inn

OASIS, Inc.

19 Years

Community Auto Group

Family Care Network, Inc.

JanPro Central Coast

Nishimori Landscape & Design

18 Years

Cowboy Flavor LLC

Montiavo at Bradley Square

Santa Maria A’s Model A Ford Club

17 Years

Applied Imaginations, Inc.

BHGRE Haven Properties – Shea Hutchinson

McCarty Davis

16 Years

Buckboard Motor Lodge

Central Coast Visionary Insurance & Financial Services LLC

Hardy Diagnostics

Mint Properties

Pacific Coast Energy Co.

15 Years

Driscoll’s Berries

Fairfield by Marriott

Mario A Juarez, Attorney at Law

Mission Paving, Inc.

Orcutt Veterinary Hospital

Santa Maria Police Council, Inc.

West Coast Kustoms

14 Years

Achievement House Inc.

Blast 825° Brewery

Candlewood Suites Santa Maria

Rotary Club of Santa Maria (Noontime)

Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara

Sims Physical Therapy, Inc

13 Years

Altrusa International of the Central Coast

Call Krista - OiC Real Estate Services

Solaire Inn & Suites

12 Years

Del Taco #89

Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County

Smith’s Alarms & Electronics, Inc.

11 Years

Ana-Margarita Sevcik, MA, LMFT

Starry Sky Coffee Company

10 Years

Days Inn Santa Maria

9 Years

El Pueblito Restaurant

InSPArations Full Service Salon & Spa

Radiology Associates-Digital Medical Imaging

SA Recycling

8 Years

Calstar/AirMedCare Network

El Toro Tortilleria II

Jaime Flores Insurance Services, Inc.

Noozhawk

7 Years

American Legion Auxilliary Unit 56

Casa Bonita Furniture

Enterprise Truck Rental

Guild Mortgage Co.

Healing Rooms of the Santa Maria Valley

Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians

Shred 2 You, Inc.

Troesh Recycling dba Roxsand

Wine & Design Orcutt

6 Years

Broadway 11, LLC

Broadway Motel

Colonial Motel

DeVille Motel

Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 82

Fountain Motel

Holiday Motel

Idler’s Home Appliance Center

Laura Lodge

Mission Hotel

Motel 6 North

Old Town Quilt Shop

Palms Motor Motel

Plaza Motel

Restwell Motel

Santa Maria Cottages

Valley Motel

Villa Motel

Western Motel

Santa Maria Public Library Foundation

5 Years

Astound Business Solutions Powered by Digital West

Fusion Colors Auto Body

Grand Canyon Education

Pizzeria Bello Forno

4 Years

Certified Freight Logistics

Goodwill Industries of Ventura and Santa Barbara County

Mexi-Thai Roll

Santa Barbara County Farm Bureau

Stephens & Stephens LLP

3 Years

Balance Treatment Center

Crosby Investment Group

Flooring 101

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Premier Real Estate Group

St Mary of the Assumption School

Sunrise Security

Wine Stone Inn

2 Years

Azure Apartment Homes

Central Coast Community Energy

Cold Stone Creamery

Dottie’s Sweet Delights

DRK Real Estate, Inc.

League of Women Voters

Loan Depot

Outdoor Supply Hardware

Rock Chip Armor Automotive Survival Products

Santa Maria Counseling

Sergio Ruiz Productions

ZenBusiness

1 Year

Central Coast Flowers & Balloons

Cowboy Cookie & Ice Cream

Donna’s Rustic Scones

JR Bookkeeping

Leading From Within

Orcutt Burgers Inc.

That One Photobooth, LLC

Truly Gifted

Thank You to Our Chamber Investor Program Sponsors