QUESTION: Providence Village Development
Janine writes,
Hi, I would like to know more about the planned new development called Providence Village (I think). Where exactly is it supposed to be built? What do most of you think about it?
Email Janine or Email Lompoc Online.

QUESTION: Inexpensive Housing Needed
Henry writes,
Hello. I am going to be working at Vandenberg AFB sometime in FEB. What I need to find is some VERY cheap housing until I can purchase a house. The cheaper the better and it can be a little ways outside of Lompoc also. I am just having a hard time getting in contact with anybody. Thanks.
Email Henry or Email Lompoc Online.

QUESTION: Diatomaceous Earth
Hello! I am sending this from Oamaru New Zealand. Yesterday I was told about "Diatomaceous Earth" and was told that Lompoc was the place to contact to find out more. I would appreciate someone contacting me with knowledge of this.
Many thanks,
Kind regards, Linda Wilson.
Parkside Quarries Parkside.Quarries@xtra.co.nz

QUESTION: Pet Snake Coming to Town!
Lori asks,
I was wondering if you have any pet stores around that might sell rats. I am moving out there and I have a pet snake. And also, are their any laws or regulations I need to know about before I bring her with me? Thank you for your time.
Email Lori or Email Lompoc Online.

QUESTION: Lompoc Braves Drum
Art asks,
What would be the best way to find out some history on the 6 foot drum that the school had back in the 60's? Rumor has it, that it is coming out of moth balls.
Thank You.
Email Art or Email Lompoc Online.

QUESTION: Computer Services for People with Low Vision
Doug Rose writes,
Thanks for your web site. I am a blind computer user and it worked reasonably well with my screen reader program. I have a friend with low vision moving to your city, can you direct me to any services for people with low vision, a senior group or the like?
Thanks.
Email Doug Rose or Email Lompoc Online.

Local Lompoc Farmer Delivers Organic Produce to Your Doorstep!
M. C. Miller says he always looks forward to "delicious fresh vegetables, packed in a cool styrofoam chest," that arrive on his doorstep every week. Visit Bill Swingle's web site at http://www.impulse.net/~wswingle/organic.html to find out how you can enjoy this same luxury!
Thanks to Bill and Claudia's Square Foot Garden for passing along this great information :-)

Watch Claudia's Garden Grow!
Claudia Swingle invites you to watch her garden grow online. Visit her at Claudia's Square Foot Garden to follow the growth of her squash, radishes, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and more on the garden CAM provided by her husband, Bill.

Read her Gardening Notes for updates on how the garden grows, Lompoc weather and even some helpful "Gofer Be-Gone" advice. (Claudia uses battery operated stakes to get rid of the little varmints.)

GO TO GARDEN CAM.

Lompoc History/Genealogy Help
Myra Manfrina has kindly offered to try to answer your history/genealogical e-mails. She says she loves the research! Thanks, Myra!
Email Myra Manfrina

Historical Society Open House
The Lompoc Valley Historical Society is now open every fourth Sunday of the month, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Take advantage of the new weekend hours to visit this incredible collection of antiques, memorabilia, and Lompoc history, housed in the historic Fabing-McKay-Spanne House at 207 North L Street!

There is no charge, but donations are always appreciated.
-- Courtesy of Myra Manfrina

Boots and Black Tie
New Year's Eve Ball

Cut off for ticket sales has been extended to 4 PM Sunday December 30th. "Will Call" reserved tickets may be picked up and paid for at the Lompoc Community Center on the night of the function. Due to limited seating, the availability of "walk-in" tickets cannot be guaranteed.

Call 736-3888 for more information.
-- Courtesy of Ted Suchecki, Lompoc Museum Board of Trustees

Elks' Christmas Tree Sale
Lompoc Elks' Lodge 2274 is selling Christmas trees in its front parking area at 905 E. Ocean Ave.

Three types of firs --- Douglas, Grand and Noble — are available in heights from four to 12 feet. Prices start at $28, with $2 off to lodge members.

Hours for this lodge community activities fund-raiser are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
-- Courtesy of Bob Wiener, Lodge 2274 Public Relations Chairman

January 12, 2002 – Pismo Beach, CA. We will open our newest YRE (Year Round Event) with a walk to the Monarch Butterfly Grove.

February 9, 2002 – Solvang, CA. Join is in the Danish capital of the USA.

March 2 & 3, 2002 – La Purisima Mission State Historical Park, Lompoc, CA. We liked the “trailmaster’s choice” route at La Purisima that we will hold our annual spring two-day event there.

March 23, 2002 – Santa Barbara, CA. We will return to our most popular YRE, which starting in January boasts an optional 5 km stroll up and down the shops and cafes of State Street.
-- Courtesy of Bill Uttenweiler

Learn a Lot About Lompoc...
If you're reading this, you're a person who's interested in Lompoc. Would you like to to learn a lot more about your town and feel good because you're contributing to your community, too?

Dennis Headrick writes, "We (The Lompoc Historical Society -- see "Historical Society Open House", left column of this page) are in need of volunteers at the Fabing-McKay-Spanne House. Our workdays are Mondays and Thursdays from 9-11 a.m. We not only work on those days, but also conduct individual and group tours. Thursdays are usually 3rd grade tour days."

"Our volunteers do everything required to maintain the house and property. We'll find a suitable chore for everyone!"

"On the fourth Sunday of each month, we're open from 1-4 p.m. We also need volunteers to staff the rooms in the house and greet visitors, answer questions and interpret the artifcacts for visitors. We'll provide information to anyone interested. It's fun and educational."

Now you have to admit, this is a great opportunity! Email Dennis Headrick or Myra Manfrina or just show up and introduce yourself on the fourth Sunday of the month! (That's August 26th or September 23rd.)

-- Thanks to Dennis Headrick, President, Lompoc Valley Historical Society

The Lompoc Railroad
Ron's latest article about the Lompoc Railroad is complete with historic photographs.

"The railroad came to Lompoc near the turn of the last century. Prior to the arrival of the iron horse real horses and wagons were used to bring freight and passengers into the newly established town of Lompoc. Before the arrival of the modern railroad it took many days and sometimes weeks before small increments of mail and valuable freight could reach our community."
Read more....

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