A popular fund-raising event is happening today in Santa Maria. the 18th Annual Santa Maria Empty Bowls raises money for the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and other programs that fight hunger in the community. Because of the popularity of the Empty Bowls event, there will be three servings this year, 11 a.m., Noon and 1:00 p.m at the Santa Maria Fairpark. Nearly 80 percent of people helped by the Foodbank live in northern Santa Barbara County.