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For Halloween Events throughout the month.

Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe – 7 p.m. at Arlington Center for Performing Arts – Soccer superstars Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe are an irresistible force, both on and off the field. Visit www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edufor details.

SYHS Measure K Oversight Committee – 4:30 – 6 p.m. at SYHS Board Room. One position is open for the committee, if interested contact the Superintendent, at (805) 686-3570 or click on the link: https://www.syvuhsd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1054648&type=d&pREC_ID=1351175.

Jimmy Buffet and the Coral Reefer Band – 8 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Bowl. Visit www.sbbowl.com for details.

Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley – Runs Oct. 17 – 20 – The new signature event will take place in the six Santa Ynez Valley wine country towns of Los Alamos, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Solvang, Ballard, and Buellton, with immersive experiences meant to serve as an introductory course to the edible and imbibe-able bounty of the burgeoning food, wine and beer destination. Visit www.visitsyv.com for details.

Stacey Bailey

Free Nutrition and Diabetes Education – 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at SYV Cottage Hospital – Milk? Dairy or Not – Contact Stacey Bailey directly at 805-694-2351.

SYHS Homecoming Parade – 1 – 2 p.m. in downtown Solvang.

Harvest Fest – 4:30 – 8 p.m. at the SYV Presbyterian Preschool. There will be carnival games, bounce house, petting zoo, face painting and more.

SYHS Homecoming Football Game – 7 – 9 p.m. –

Sideways Fest – 6 p.m. at Solvang Festival Theater – Kick off the Sideways Fest 15 year anniversary celebration weekend with a special “Sideways” Movie Experience under the stars at the Solvang Festival Theater. Prior to the screening there will be a panel discussion with Sideways personalities reminiscing on the making of movie and their time in the Valley. Producer Michael London, Hitching Post owner Frank Ostini, and Tasting room host Chris Burroughs will make up part of the panel along with a few surprise guests. Visit www.nightout.com/events/sideways-fest/tickets for details.

Los Olivos Day in the Country – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in downtown Los Olivos. Enjoy the small country charm with parades, arts and crafts, food, drink and more. Lots of activities for kids and adults. www.losolivosca.com/day-in-the-country.

Sideways Shuttle Tour – 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Sideways Shuttle Tour will begin and end at the Sideways Inn (114 E. Highway 246 Buellton). Guests will hop on our Shuttle and experience the Sideways Tour first hand. Visit www.sidewaysfest.com for details.

Solvang Grape Stomp – 2 – 5 p.m. Celebrate the annual wine harvest in the Santa Ynez Valley with a traditional grape stomp, sip from dozens of Santa Barbara County’s best wineries, savor locally prepared food, drink pink in the I Love Rosé lounge and dance the afternoon away. Enter the I Love Lucy look-a-like contest at www.visitsyv.com.

Free admission day SB Museum of Natural History – Once a month from September to April, the Museum offers free admission to welcome all members of the community. Visit www.sbnature.org for details.

Sideways Wine Festival – 12 – 4 p.m. at River View Park in Buellton – and feature over 40 Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Barbara County wineries on site for you to sample from! Enjoy tastes from local breweries as well. Visit www.sidewaysfest.com for details.

On the Campaign Trail with President and Mrs. Abraham Lincoln – 5 – 6:30 p.m. at SY Museum. Hear John Voehl as President Abraham Lincoln, and Pamela Voehl as Mary Todd Lincoln, speak about the issues and difficulties of Lincoln’s Senate and Presidential campaigns in a deeply divided 1860’s America. The presentation will include a Q&A session with a reception to follow. Free and open to the public. Visit www.santaynezmuseum.org for details.

23 & 24

J Balvin – 8 p.m. at Chumash Casino – The Latin pop star takes the stage for an energetic night of reggaeton music. Come hear the Colombian singer’s polished urban singles and crossover hits including “Yo Te Lo Dije,” “Mi Gente,” and more. Tickets available at www.chumashcasino.com.

Free Nutrition and Diabetes Education – 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at SYV Cottage Hospital – Sugar Blues – Contact Stacey Bailey directly at 805-694-2351.

Halloween Party

Food, Friends & Fun – All are Welcome!

Saturday, October 26th

5:30-7:45 pm

Bethania Lutheran Church, 603 Atterdag Road, Solvang

Admission: $5 per person or $20 per family + Canned Food or New Socks Donation to benefit those in need

Pizza Buffet Dinner (5:30-6:30) + Dessert, Free Carnival Games with Prizes, Bounce Houses, Popcorn and Cotton Candy, Crafts, Treat Bags and more.

Reservations are helpful but not required: bethanialutheranch@gmail.com or 805-688-4637

Real Men Cook – 6 – 10 p.m. at Flag is Up Farm – Come taste delicious bites from amateur chefs to support Arts Outreach programs for SYV kids! Details at www.artsoutreach.com.

Vets Connect – 1:30 p.m. at the Central Library – Are you a veteran? Do you know the benefits and resources you are entitled to? To find out, have a conversation with a Veterans Service Officer at the Santa Barbara Central Library. Dependents and spouses are eligible for benefits, too. All are welcome to make appointments. Call 805-962-7653 or visit us in person (40 E Anapamu St) to make an appointment. Walk-ups welcome.

College Nights at Dunn – 6 8 p.m. at — Admissions reps from various colleges will highlights different areas of study. Ideal for anyone looking to better understand college admissions and attendance. This event is for Liberal Arts at Rhodes College, Saint Mary’s of CA, Lawrence University, University of Puget Sound and Kalamazoo College. Email collegecounseling@dunnschool.org. for details.

30 & 31

Haunted House – The Solvang and Buellton Parks and Rec Haunted house returns for its 26th year with “Fright Farm”. Kid-friendlier version: 6 – 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 – 12, available at www.cityofsolvang.com or www.buelltonrec.com.

Halloween

November

Three Dog Night – 8 p.m. at Chumash Casino – Enjoy classic hits like “Mama Told Me Not to Come,” “Shambala” and “Joy to the World” live. Plus hear newer singles. Tickets available at www.chumashcasino.com.

T.K.O Tawana! Kantahan! Overload!? – 8 p.m. at Chumash Casino – Experience a night of laugh-out-loud comedy with some of The Philippines most hilarious stars. Tickets available at www.chumashcasino.com.

Daylight-Saving Time ends

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.

Preschool Storytime – 11 a.m. – Buellton Library – Bring your preschooler to story time to help get them ready to read!

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. Bring your preschooler to story time to help get them ready to read!

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.

Pickle Ball – 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Buellton Rec. $3 per drop in or passes available. Multiple courts, players of all skills welcome.

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.

Wiggly Storytime – 10:30 a.m. – Solvang Library – Short stories, songs, rhymes and activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

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.

Lindy Hop Lessons – 7:10 p.m. for Beginner, low impact and 8 p.m. for Intermediate level. Classes are taught by Hannah Rasby at the Solvang Vets Hall. Cost is $5 per class.

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.

Reading with Dogs – 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. at Solvang Library – Tail Waggin Tutors help young readers practice reading skills.

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.

Pickle Ball – 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Buellton Rec. $3 per drop in or passes available. Multiple courts, players of all skills welcome.

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.

World Folk Dance – 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Buellton Rec – Ages 8 – adults, learn dances from Scandinavia, England, Scotland, Italy and more. Family fun and free.

Sundays

Brunch at The Landsby – 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. – They now accept reservations on Open Table app for the dining room and Mad & Vin patio starting at 7.30 a.m. For more info visit www.thelandsby.com.

Coming Up

Log onto 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.