A reader sends a halo to Tamara DeMatteo and the staff of The Garden Market on Santa Claus Lane. “We held a baby shower for our daughter and son-in-law. Everything was perfect! Great outdoor patio setting, delicious food and outstanding service! Thanks for making this event so special for our daughter’s first baby!”

 

A reader sends a halo to a local bakery for the outstanding Christmas cookies. “They certainly were very tasty and were enjoyed by all lucky enough to grab one, while they lasted.”

 

A reader sends a halo to Brent at Zookers Meat Market for taking on the challenge of making the reader a turducken for Christmas. “It was beautiful, absolutely delicious and was the highlight of our holiday!”

 

A reader sends a halo to Alley Pets for “offering friendly, quick service, great products and always clipping my dog Clementine’s nails with care.”

 

A reader sends a halo to Michael Hayes at Carpinteria Lumber. “Michael is always so kind, knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you, Michael.”

 

A reader sends a halo to Orlando at the Goodwill Store in Carpinteria. “Orlando is always so helpful no matter what he is doing he will drop it and help. Thank you, Orlando.”

 

A reader sends a halo to Bryan at Risdon’s 76, who removed the yellow paint from the reader’s car that was the result of the reader carelessly scraping a pipe bollard. “And he did this for no charge! The service at Risdon’s is always top notch.”

 

A reader sends a halo to Carp Sports for keeping the reader’s bicycle in top shape. “The owner, T.V., is an expert in all things sports. He is greatly appreciated!” 

 

A reader sends a pitchfork to a local public agency for closing because of “severe weather… It’s called rain, folks, rain!”