Your local Special Olympics chapter is looking for athletic trainers
Special Olympics Santa Ynez Valley is seeking floorball coaches for the winter sports season, January-February 2024.
No experience is needed and training is provided. All that’s needed is “a positive attitude and you will change lives in your community,” the ad said.
For questions or to volunteer, call Tim Philibosian at 805-884-1516 or email tphilibosian@sosc.org
The Enchanted Holiday Lights Festival concludes Sunday
The Enchanted Garden Holiday Lights Festival at the Santa Ynez Valley Botanical Garden in River View Park in Buellton wraps up this weekend.
The annual event, which features immersive light displays, Christmas carols and a visit from Santa, takes place Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Other on-site activities include a maze of lights, falling snow, merchants, food vendors and visiting live reindeer on Friday, Dec. 15, and Sunday, Dec. 17, according to the event announcement.
General admission is $25 for children 13 and up, $10 for children 12 and under, and free for children 2 and under.
Tickets can be purchased on site or ahead of time at www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.org/holiday-lights-festival however, only a limited number of tickets are available for the half-hour time slots from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Last show each night is at 8 p.m
For more information, visit www.santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.org/holiday-lights-festival
A high school water use video contest can earn a student $500
Santa Barbara County high school students are invited to create entertaining and informational videos conveying the importance of using water efficiently, with winners receiving up to $500 from local sponsors.
The Santa Barbara County Water Agency has issued media guidelines and opened the application process for the 25th Annual WaterWise High School Video Contest.
The contest theme, “Tips for an Inspiring Water Garden,” was chosen to highlight the continuing importance of sustainable outdoor water use, especially in drought-prone Santa Barbara County.
“It’s a fun, educational competition that we look forward to every year. We’re excited to continue this long-standing program into its 25th year and can’t wait to see the amazing videos created by our local high school students,” said Matt Young, County Water Agency Director.
Winners will receive prizes for themselves and their schools, and select videos can also be viewed on local broadcast television and in movie theaters.
While the county water agency and water providers arrange financial prizes for the winning schools, local private sponsors offer prizes to the students:
– First place (English): $500 provided by Carollo Engineers.
– First place (Spanish): $500 presented by La Buena 105.1 FM.
– Second place: US$250 provided by Geosyntec.
– Third place: $150 presented by Ewing Irrigation.
People’s Choice Award (voted by the public on the WaterWiseSB YouTube channel): $500 presented by Dudek.
To be eligible to win prizes, participating students must submit their videos and completed application packet online by 11:59pm on Friday, March 8. Student winners will be announced publicly in May.
The competition meets several California Department of Education content standards, including application of world languages. To learn more and apply for the contest, visit WaterWiseSB.org/HSVC.
Cowboy Christmas continues at River View Park
A Cowboy Christmas returns to the Santa Ynez Valley Horseback Rides at Riverview Park in Buellton for another year of family-friendly holiday activities.
Celebrations take place from 3 to 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday until December 23.
Guests will enjoy unique holiday animal experiences, a Daring Elf adventure, a Tipsy Ornament (horseback challenge), food and beverages (including beer/wine), a Santa Meet-and-Greet (sitting in Gene Kelly’s old sleigh), and games And obstacle course. A bounce house, a straw pyramid, a hot cocoa bar, a naughty reindeer (mechanical bull) ride, and more.
Tickets are $19.95 for adults and $16.95 for children 12 and under. Children under 2 are free.
The YMCA offers the LIVESTRONG Wellness Program
The Stuart C. Gildred Family YMCA will offer a free 12-week wellness program for cancer survivors from January 23 to April 11.
The program is geared toward adult cancer survivors and focuses on treating the whole person. This approach helps participants move beyond cancer in mind, body and spirit, according to a program spokesperson.
Trained health coaches will work with each participant as they transition from cancer treatment to regaining their physical and emotional strength.
Participants will receive a three-month membership and will participate in an instructor-led class each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.
For more information, contact Darin McClelland, Health Director at 805 686-2037 ex: 3133 or email Darin.McClelland@ciymca.org for more information.
Are you a skilled athletic trainer looking to make a positive impact in your local community? The Special Olympics chapter in our city is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and provide crucial support to our athletes. As a part of our growing and thriving city, we are constantly seeking ways to enhance the athletic experiences of individuals with intellectual disabilities. With a vibrant local community and a commitment to inclusivity, our city is the perfect place for passionate athletic trainers to make a difference in the lives of Special Olympics athletes. Join us in our mission to promote equality and inclusivity in sports, right here in our own backyard.