We love Orcutt Babe Ruth. The fields are in great shape…read more The snack bar is really good. The bleachers have some wind guards. It's great to be on the field. The players playing baseball. The whole vibe is legit. Props and thanks to the board and all the volunteers who make this happen!

Cristi and Art Spot are so great! I am an SYV local but had never been to Grimm's Bluff so jumped…read moreat the chance to do a painting in the vineyard event for a little introduction. Grimm's Bluff is stunning with so many fantastic sites to paint. Art Spot chose their private lake with the mountains and a bit of Cachuma Lake (Cristi joked about it being a unique painting in the vineyard experience to not actually paint vines!). Stunning scene. But before we proceeded to our painting location, we enjoyed sampling a bit of rose and estate sage honey and olive oil, with a little primer about Grimm's Bluff. I had persuaded a friend to join and had told her that I had done a watercolor class at Kaena, where the scene was penciled in and we were instructed on how to mix paints and water and layer in the paint, but it was easy and fun - almost like a paint by numbers with a good glass of wine. So when we got to our painting spot, I was surprised and somewhat intimidated to see completely blank canvases on easels with a few globs of acrylic paint! But Cristi is a great instructor and leader, and made the experience so fun and comfortable (the liquid courage from Grimm's Bluff didn't hurt, either). She gave us detailed tips on color mixing, which brushes to use, and how to just jump in and start. She had an easel up front and led the way, showing us on her canvas what to do. It was a blast and each one of us produced surprisingly passable if not beautiful little canvases - each unique in its own way. I highly recommend Art Spot. I have zero training or natural ability but with Cristi's guidance, now have two cute little paintings (including my Kaena watercolor). There is no reason to be fearful or intimidated- Cristi makes it so anyone can pick up a brush and release their secret inner artist. It is a lovely activity to do with friends on a gorgeous SYV day.

The experience was so fun and the guidance was helpful - I walked away with a painting I was proud…read moreof! The venue was great and the group made it all the more enjoyable.

Best little Elks Lodge in the region Santa Ynez style, very…read morewestern themed Ambiance is a must and the view

The volunteers go above and beyond, and the members are a great group of friendly and giving…read morepeople. The benefit to the community, youth, and veterans always impresses me.

SAME THING ONLY DIFFERENT…read more Ah... festivals. Always different. Always the same. Everything smells like weed. Except the guy standing in line beside me. He smells like sardines. And weed. Out-of-town dudes in man-buns crowd alongside pretty young women dressed vaguely like Native American princesses. Not sure Indians had bubble-gum flavored lip gloss though. Everyone is 'Gramming. A giant beach ball passes by with intention. The volume is concussive. The energy palpable. When the live music starts, I picture my 9th grade English teacher Mrs. Delaney, hands on her hips, shouting back grammar corrections. "Cause I'mma pimp you up" "'BE-cause I am GOING TO pimp you up', young man!" "Cold split you in two" "COLDLY split you INTO two!" "Then let you catch it in the du-rang" "OK not bad..." "Take the Bentley back to school" "YOU GOT THIS! WOOO!!" Good music, passionate people, and great alcohol-- the keys to success for all festivals. But after a while, an existential question rises out of the chili pot smoke... Use the filth-laden portable toilets, or risk sobering up too soon by discontinuing the refreshing beverage routine in the hot afternoon sun? Maybe we'll just go find sardine dude to pick up some herring-infused indo... Pro tip: Had a great time. We sampled a lot of chili dishes, enjoyed copious amounts of local beer and wine, and clapped a lot because... well like most white people, we have no idea what to do with our hands when we dance.

First timer and was hesitant because of the weather forecast, but glad I came!…read more It was outdoors in the camp grounds and surprisingly it was warm with a slight breeze and only sprinkled a little red here and there! There were many vendors just selling merch like novelty items, kitchen towels and trivets, jewelry, and soap. At the entrance there was a stage where a band played for the first half then a DJ took over for the second half! Music was great and the crowd was lively! A lot of the vendors say this was much bigger than last year. There were many vendors some large breweries we'll known breweries like SLO brew, Fig mountain and smaller local ones as well. Really enjoyed the sparkling rose and the rose from a veteran owned stall (there's a pic included). There were tastings for wine, seltzers, gin, and whiskey!! Each stand either had an entry in Chile verde, red chili, salsa, or alcohol - some stands were were entered in multiple areas. Some stands had toppings you could add like corn bread, sour cream, cheese, and onions and the chips were all served with the central coast favorite taco works tortilla chips! One chili that stood out for me was a ground turkey butternut squash one made by the rotary club - it was hearty and had a slight sweetness, didn't think I would have liked it but it was one of my tops! So at end of your tastings you vote on best choice! Overall would deff come here again!!

They tried to get me to sign a legal form to get a beer. Thats wild. Avoid this place…read more Note: The bartender mentioned that it was a mandatory policy because someone was in a fight(and indicated they may have deserved it). The bar was getting sued and the waiver was now required. Seems like liability insurance might be the right approach. Telling me this story about how someone got beaten up(and thats kinda cool cause we didnt like him) and then trying to have me waive liability incase someone didn't like me too seems like a hard sell.

Great country bar in a quiet town. Juke box, pool tables, video games and good company.read more

This place is HORRIBLE. Their employees are not only insensitive, unprofessional and…read moreincompetent but they're just plain rude and HEARTLESS . I called them approximately one week before I was to have hand surgery (which was scheduled for 3/23/22), asking if they would help to deliver food to me until I was able to drive again. I was told they would approve me only under "special circumstances" because this program was only for seniors over the age of 65. As of the present , only 1 bag of food was delivered to my home ? And what a hassle and waste of time it was to try & fix the problem or even get a hold of someone to call me back. If you're ever in need of food delivery or assistance of any kind, your best bet is to call churches, a different charity or even the Salvation Army.

The Foodbank does not directly offer food to individuals or families; however, it supplies other…read moreorganizations like churches and partner programs that can assist people with emergency food, meals, nutrition education and other services. Check their website for Emergency Food Referral Lists for locations, dates, and times of distribution sites. If you go here, look into being a volunteer. Our church has sent people to do so AND we really benefit from their distribution for our Food Pantry that happens every Friday at Orcutt Presbyterian Church. www.orcuttpres.org. The Foodbank is not a distribution site for individuals but do get involved here at the North County Food Bank!

Friday night- Cook Your Own is amazing!!!!…read more Yes you have to be a member or be a guest of a member to come to this. Find a member!!!! They do have a strict dress code, no flip flops for men and must be wearing a collared shirt. Ladies- no mid drifts, short shorts. Take your hat off when in the dining area. Just don't wear one This place is huge! You select your meat (salmon, steak, chicken) and then you go to the back huge BBQ. There have these huge fire pits with grills that you cook Your meat. They have seasonings to add too Once done, you go back into the dining hall and get all your sides. The people volunteering to help are so friendly and sweet. They have 2 large bars to order drinks- talk about another deal!! This was such a fun place

Can't beat a good rib eye steak. Great sides. Good people and awesome music. Every Friday.read more

I am lost the SHELTER is run poorly. Uses donation items like food even though the food is paid for…read morewith federal funds. They fire people with no grounds. Research the amount of employees hired and fired at there 6549 El Colegio Shelter. Fecal matter left in and on toilets, I have pictures. Cyber stalking and audio abuse I have recordings. I have forwarded my recordings to others. I was kicked out over trash in the men's restroom. The security footage will clear me. I have pictures. Sex for service I think is there motto. Larry Mendoza 805 637 9616

"Good Samaritan" says it all -right? Nope! It turns out …read more.. it can be many things to many people. The people who need the services the most ... folks adamant about getting housing....about self improvement and rebuilding - are... in fact ... (and I know this for a fact) .. sadly...are the least respected and thus served. Staff -on the other hand ... Especially Executive or Above the line Admin ... get paid .... And well. Regular Staff- different story. Lots of sad sad stories Of violence and abuse. Lots of dark natured folks who only serve their egos ...under the guise of Charity. No Love lost with Good Sam More like Bad Habit!