Celebrating Local Business: Chamber Ribbon Cuttings for June & July 2022

Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast 901 N Railroad Ave, Santa Maria (805) 922-7163 www.centralcoastkids.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast provides safe and welcoming places where kids can go after school and during the summer to grow beyond the classroom. Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast supports all youth and teens – of every race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, socio-economic status, and religion – in reaching their full potential. Their programs are designed to achieve priority outcomes for lifetime success in 3 main areas: Education, Character, and Health.

Boot Barn 435 East Betteravia Rd., Santa Maria (805) 608-4141 www.bootbarn.com

What started out as one store in 1978 has since become the largest western and work wear retailer in the nation. Boot Barn says that their customers feed America, build America, and protect America. With an uncompromising desire to support the local communities they serve, Boot Barn proudly offers the broadest selection of cowboy boots, work boots, western wear, workwear, western-inspired fashion, and outdoor gear. Their vision is simple: to offer a piece of the American spirit.

California Conservation Corps 705 W. Cypress, Santa Maria (805) 349-7383 ccc.ca.gov

The California Conservation Corps is a department within the California Natural Resources Agency. Thye are the oldest and largest conservation corps in the nation. Their program provides young adults 18 – 25 years old a year of paid service to the State of California. During their year of service, Corpsmembers work on environmental projects and respond to natural and manmade disasters. Through this work, they gain skills and experience that lead to meaningful careers.

Guitar Center, Inc. 443 E. Betteravia, Santa Maria www. guitarcenter.com

As a company made up of musicians and music lovers, Guitar Center is driven by their shared belief that music is the greatest unifying force in the world. And that idea fuels their mission to fill the world with music. To give people the tools they need to create and connect. To be seen and heard. And recently, to help and to heal.

Merrill Gardens 1220 N. Suey Rd, Santa Maria (805) 928-2662 www.merrillgardens.com

Merrill Gardens' community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. They offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care from a familyowned company that knows connection is everything.