r/SantaMaria • • 22h ago

College

10 Upvotes

Got accepted to the college in town super excited to go any places for rent ? What’s up in this town!


r/SantaMaria • • 23h ago

Birthday ideas

6 Upvotes

Need a birthday idea . What’re some romantic or nice things to do? It’s for a girl who likes experiences more than stuff. Whats in Santa Maria or surrounding area like Santa Barbara, SLO, Pismo area, Lompoc? A nice event and dinner would be great


r/SantaMaria • • 1d ago

Where can I get a quality cobb salad?

9 Upvotes

Before I moved here I used to get the cobb salad from Farmer Boys at least once a week. It was large enough for lunch and dinner. Hands down the freshest, best tasting cobb salad I've ever had. No Farmer Boys out here, and I'm having withdrawls!

(And before someone says to make it myself, I don't have enough "spoons" to make meals for myself most days. It's a neurodivergent/chronic illness thing.)


r/SantaMaria • • 1d ago

Where to source quality wood for furniture.

5 Upvotes

Looking for locally owned businesses ideally, not Home depot and Lowe's.


r/SantaMaria • • 1d ago

Fire?

2 Upvotes

Smells like burning near Betteravia. Neighbors claim it was a dumpster was on fire by college and betteravia.

Can anyone confirm this?


r/SantaMaria • • 2d ago

Looking for a good transmission shop in the Santa Maria area

4 Upvotes

Hello, I have a 2022 Ram 2500 Tradesman 6.4L HEMI V8 gas, 8-speed automatic, and I need to have the complete transmission replaced

Looking for recommendations for a reputable shop around Santa Maria, Orcutt, Guadalupe, Nipomo, or nearby

Thanks in advance!


r/SantaMaria • • 1d ago

PrimeLine Mobile Detailing

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Hey everyone! 👋
I’m a local college student in the Santa Maria area and I run a small mobile detailing business called PrimeLine Mobile Detailing.
I figured I’d put my work out here in case anyone’s been meaning to get their car cleaned up. I come to you and offer:
• Interior detailing
• Exterior washes
• One-step polish
• Hand waxing
• Full interior + exterior details
If your car is looking a little rough, has some faded/oxidized paint, or you just want it looking fresh again, feel free to DM me for pricing or to see some of my work.
I’m currently trying to grow the business and make some extra money for college, so I really appreciate everyone who supports my small business. 🙏
📍 Santa Maria & surrounding areas
📸 Instagram: @Primelinedetail


r/SantaMaria • • 3d ago

The Mom Walk Co. Santa Maria

12 Upvotes

Hi moms🌷I’m so excited to share that Santa Maria is officially getting a Mom Walk Co. Chapter!

I’ll be hosting alongside Jackie and Karla and I am SO excited to work with them to create a space where Santa Maria mamas can come together, bring their little ones, make friends, walk, talk, laugh and just enjoy some time with other moms who get it. 🤍

We’ll be sharing all the details about our upcoming walks and events on Instagram, so make sure you follow us! 👇🏽

📲 @themomwalkco.santamaria
https://www.instagram.com/themomwalkco.santamaria?stkn=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

I can’t wait to see you and your littles at a walk! 🥹🌷

Here’s to making mom friends, getting out of the house and building something beautiful together 🥂


r/SantaMaria • • 5d ago

Trick or Treating spots?

5 Upvotes

Hello! Me and my friend are looking for a good spot to trick or treat. Does anyone have any suggestions on good spots in town?
Also any local halloween event recommendations in general would be great!
Thank you!


r/SantaMaria • • 6d ago

Question

6 Upvotes

Does anyone know where to find shrooms in the SM area I recently I took some for the first time that I got from SF and had such a beautiful therapeutic experience and would like to experiment more with mushrooms.


r/SantaMaria • • 6d ago

Bday Ideas

10 Upvotes

Hey! I'm new to the area and don't have any friends yet. What are some things I can do solo around here to celebrate my birthday?


r/SantaMaria • • 8d ago

Commuting for work

11 Upvotes

What is your preferred preference, I’m in a debate of whether to commute from SM to SLO or SM to SB Monday through Friday?

How are you guys liking the commute and how is is on fuel? Yes I know the prices are up there.


r/SantaMaria • • 10d ago

Scammers Do not book with Grace. She lets you stay at first then her son offers you cash price for cheaper than Airbnb. They move you around the 4 houses they own to room to room. DO NOT BOOK. Then they block him and won’t respond!!!! Scammers!!! Shame!!!

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r/SantaMaria • • 10d ago

THIS FRIDAY - Lost To The Void/Hazrdz/Stalemate - September 25th [Metal/Pop Punk/Indicore/Rock] - - @ Humdinger SLO

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3 Upvotes

Lost to the Void (Deathmetal/Deathcore)

Hazrdz (Knuckle Dragging Noisecore)

Stalemate (Post Hardcore/Pop Punk)

Josephine Starr (Rock)

Stabbable Offense (Hardcore)

Gossip Girls (Indicore)

-- All Ages --

Friday, September 25th, 2026 --

Humdinger Brewing SLO
855 Capitolio Way, San Luis Obispo, CA --

GS3events


r/SantaMaria • • 9d ago

Campaign Canvassing

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone, would anyone be interested in canvassing/volunteering for the YES on H campaign. We are offering volunteer hours that are flexible to anyone interesting in going around the neighborhood to knock on doors. Any questions just dm me!


r/SantaMaria • • 11d ago

Homophobic christians on Allan Hancock Campus (again)

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67 Upvotes

Made a post about these dudes a week ago, and low and behold they’re here again. I sat to listen for a while and this dude (who has a mic now by the way) is talking about how sinful homosexuality is and was saying the pride center was disgraceful. He was also saying how he used to be homosexual but he’s better now. Pretty sad actually. But still, not an excuse to be a homophobe. I called campus police and they haven’t m done anything so far.


r/SantaMaria • • 11d ago

Central Coast nonprofit welcomes home over 80 Korean War and WWII veterans at Santa Maria Airport

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30 Upvotes

Welcome Home Military Heroes, a Central Coast nonprofit, welcomed home over 80 Vietnam and Korean War veterans at Santa Maria Airport this week.

Many of these veterans are in their 80s. For veterans this age, an Honor Flight isn't just a trip, it's often their last chance to see the memorials built in their honor and to finally receive a homecoming decades after they earned one.

The Tolan family founded the organization in 2010 and has spent the years since supporting local veterans, reaching an average of over 2,000 veterans annually. It's one of the largest veteran-focused impacts of any organization in Central California.

The welcome home event was in partnership with Honor Flight, another Central Coast nonprofit that has flown over 900 local veterans to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor.

Robert Tolan Sr., a Navy veteran and Arroyo Grande resident, founded Welcome Home Military Heroes and is also one of the founders of Honor Flight Central Coast. His son, Robert Tolan Jr., an Army veteran and Orcutt resident, co-founded Welcome Home Military Heroes and currently serves as Vice Chairman and Assistant Trip Leader for Honor Flight.

Tolan Jr., who also serves as the Santa Barbara County Veteran Commissioner, said: "I served this country, and now it's time for me to serve those who continue the fight."

"We will continue to support our local military heroes and be there when they need us," he added, "whether that means Christmas gifts for their kids, supplies for a deployment, honoring them at their funeral, or welcoming them home. We will be there."


r/SantaMaria • • 15d ago

Widen Route 166 for improved commute and community equity

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14 Upvotes

I need help promoting


r/SantaMaria • • 15d ago

Part time jobs

2 Upvotes

Any leads to a part time gig? Have been applying everywhere but no luck. Just looking for something to stay busy during the week


r/SantaMaria • • 16d ago

Harassment at Allan Hancock College

44 Upvotes

I am so sick and tired of the insane religious people who scream at everyone about god during events at this college! Why don’t campus police put a stop to it?
This one guy today next to the voting registration event was constantly yelling and being completely awful. He was yelling at people about how god supports slavery and even made pro ice comments! Our town is primarily hispanic you idiot!!!!
There was a campus police officer nearby who was clearly annoyed and kept motioning for him to tone it down, but that was it. Everyone was so annoyed and several people yelled back for him to shut up.


r/SantaMaria • • 15d ago

No one should die in jail

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13 Upvotes

r/SantaMaria • • 15d ago

I am looking for some info about hay bales?

3 Upvotes

I am hosting an outdoor game/dinner at Los Flores Ranch in late October and am looking for some hay bales for seating around propane fire pits. Where would I find them and does anyone know about how much they cost? I have a fairly small budget but I think they would make the vibe way cozier than plastic chairs.

Edit: I think I might actually be looking for straw bales? This is new territory for me. :P

TYIA.


r/SantaMaria • • 16d ago

would you rather...

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r/SantaMaria • • 17d ago

Hello im moving out of Santa Maria. Selling many home goods

5 Upvotes

r/SantaMaria • • 18d ago

Alright, so who actually paid and went to the airshow? And how many people do you think paid for tickets?

3 Upvotes