This weekend in Santa Maria, CA

This in-person, HUD-approved homebuyer education workshop from My Way Home offers a clear, step-by-step look at purchasing a home. HUD-certified Homeownership Specialists guide participants through key topics such as building and managing credit, creating a workable budget, understanding mortgage options, exploring down payment assistance, how real estate transactions work, what to expect from home inspections, the role of home insurance, and first-time buyer loan options, along with additional helpful information. The session brings together industry experts to share essential basics and lesser-known assistance opportunities. Those who complete the workshop satisfactorily may request a certificate that is accepted by most down payment assistance programs and by some mortgage lenders.

Presented by Sweet Seasons, this concert honors the music of Carole King. Tribute artist Carla Buffa leads a group of musicians in faithful renditions of favorites like "It’s Too Late", "So Far Away", "I Feel the Earth Move", "Jazzman", "You’ve Got a Friend", "Locomotion" and more. The performance is presented in two parts. The first set features the album "Tapestry" performed in full. The second set showcases additional hits King wrote for herself and for other artists. With close attention to King’s look, voice, and musicianship, the show is designed to celebrate her legacy through the songs audiences know well.

Enjoy California social poker at Rancho Bowl in a friendly, no-gambling league setting that welcomes beginners and experienced players. Expect a relaxed atmosphere with cold beer, tasty food, and plenty of opportunities to meet new people. A $5 donation is appreciated. The top three finishers earn Bar Poker Open virtual tokens that can be redeemed in an online freeroll. Players who place in the top 2 percent online secure a seat to the Bar Poker Open $400,000 National Championship in Las Vegas. First place online wins a full Vegas package that includes five days of hotel, a $400 airfare reimbursement, and a championship seat, and full Vegas travel packages are awarded every week. Bonus chips are available for a variety of actions. Sharing on social media or wearing Sunshine Poker League gear adds 500 chips, and arriving 30 minutes early to support the venue adds 500 more. Donating, supporting the venue, bringing a new player, and being a new player each add 1,000 chips. Top finishers also earn points with both Bar Poker Open and Sunshine Poker League.