VOICE Magazine: March 27, 2026

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At Last, An Italian Festival for Santa Barbara

By Richard and Amanda Payatt / VOICE

ACELEBRATION OF ITALIAN CULTURE is

coming our way April 10th to the 12th. At the Towbes Plaza next to the Santa Barbara Public Library and inside at the Faulkner Gallery, there will be a series of free concerts, tastings, workshops, and demonstrations, all with the theme of the musical and culinary artistry of Italy.

Jacopo Giacopuzzi, La Piazza Festival director, said, “Since I moved to the United States, I craved to bring [the]

sense of community that we have in Italy. The piazza, the meeting place in the core of the city. A place, after a long day of work, to have a drink and meet new people.”

So, Jacopo started a club of first-generation Italians who wanted to bring in the community of Europe to Santa Barbara. From that club grew the seed for this festival. After all, the Towbes Plaza, he says, “Is a beautiful plaza, and reminiscent of our plazas in Italy.”

The festival opens at 3:30pm on Friday, April 10th, at the Faulkner Gallery, with a concert titled Amore Italiano: Rome, Cinema, and the Music of the Heart. Projections from iconic Italian movies will accompany the performance, forming a wonderful soundtrack to

the classic visuals.

This will be followed by a second concert at the Faulkner Gallery on Saturday, April 11th, beginning at 3pm: Recomposed: Vivaldi, Verdi, and the Art of Reinvention. Here, the musicians will take a new look at Italy’s most cherished composers.

On Sunday, April 12th, at 3pm, the final concert program will be Dolce Swing, featuring Santa Barbara’s own Antonio Artese Trio.

La Piazza’s food festival runs from noon to 4:30pm on both Saturday and Sunday at Towbes Plaza. Visitors will enjoy bread and olive oil tastings, a fresh pasta stand, and booths offering an array of authentic Italian products. Highlights will include an Italian Culture Seminar, a kids’ corner, and

a hands-on pasta-making workshop with Chef Sergio Chierego of Pasta Santina on Sunday at 1pm.

The Festival has also partnered with local restaurants, each of which will feature a special dish. Participating restaurants include: Arnoldi’s, Barbieri Wine Company, Ca’ Dario, Manifattura and Aperitivo, Olio e Limone, and Via Maestra 42.

Printed programs and maps will be available at the Santa Barbara Public Library. The festival program and attractions can be found online at lapiazza.life

Dorothy F. Largay and Marybeth Carty Selected as 83rd Persons of the Year

Tickets for Awards Luncheon on Sale Now

By Judith Smith‑Meyer / Santa Barbara Foundation

HONORED FOR THEIR LONGSTANDING COMMITMENT TO VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE, Dorothy F. Largay and Marybeth Carty have been selected as the 83rd Persons of the Year for the Santa Barbara area. They will be celebrated at a luncheon on Wednesday, April 29th from 11:30am to 1:30pm at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Rotunda.

“As the organizing sponsor of Person of the Year, the Santa Barbara Foundation is honored to host this celebration and recognize Dorothy and Marybeth for their remarkable service to our community,” said Jackie Carrera, President and CEO of the Santa Barbara Foundation. “Their leadership and dedication exemplify the spirit of giving that makes our community so special.”

The annual Person of the Year award program honors Santa Barbara-area individuals, couples, or families whose volunteer service represents a meaningful commitment to the community, addresses real community needs, enhances the quality of life in the Santa Barbara area, or has involved acts of generosity, kindness, or innovation.

The process to select the 83rd Persons of the Year began with open nominations from January 6th to February 18th. Anyone in the community could nominate. Former recipients of the award reviewed the nominations and selected this year’s awardees.

Marybeth Carty

Marybeth Carty attended UC Santa Barbara and Antioch University, earning a BA in psychology. Born and raised in New Jersey, her father worked in law enforcement, while her mother was an nurse. Inspired by their example, Carty developed a lifelong commitment to service. She moved to Carpinteria in 1979 and became deeply connected to the community. Since 2018, Carty has served as executive director of the Natalie Orfalea Foundation. Before that, she spent 15 years as community partnership manager for Venoco, Inc., directing the company’s charitable giving and philanthropic outreach.

Dorothy Largay

Dorothy Largay grew up in rural Connecticut as one of eight children. At an early age she learned to stand her ground, mediate differences, and embrace risk. Her father was an entrepreneur, while her mother volunteered weekly at the local hospital for more than forty years. Largay earned her BA from Boston College and a PhD in psychology from the University of Oregon. She built a career in leadership development, serving as director of worldwide leadership development at Apple, Inc., executive director of Santa Clara University’s Executive Development Center, and later as an executive coach to leaders of global tech and biotech companies. After moving to Santa Barbara in 2005, Largay founded the Linked Foundation, where she serves as CEO.

Carty has also served as a Trustee of the Santa Barbara County Board of Education since 2013 and has held leadership roles in organizations including Santa Barbara Partners in Education, the Carpinteria Children’s Project, and the Carpinteria Woman’s Club. She is also a member of the Santa Barbara Foundation Roundtable and serves on its Executive Committee.

Carty has helped launch several community initiatives, including Carp Cares for Youth and the Girls Inc. of Carpinteria “Discoveries” mentoring program. She has been named by Pacific Coast Business Times’ Top 50 Women in Business, received the Hero of Hospice Award, and was awarded Carpinterian of the Year. Today, Carty lives in Carpinteria with her husband, and enjoys time with their children and grandchildren.

Largay has also been deeply involved in Santa Barbara’s community health initiatives, serving as board chair of Direct Relief and as a member of Cottage Health’s board. Currently she serves on the Advisory Board of the Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics and as co-chair of UCSB’s Arts & Lectures Advisory Council. Largay currently resides in Santa Barbara. She and her husband remain active supporters of organizations throughout the county.

Known as the Man and Woman of the Year award until 2020, this event has been hosted for over 80 years. The inaugural honorees of the Man and Woman of the Year award were Harold Chase in 1942 and Pearl Chase in 1956. Carrie Towbes and George Burtness were last year’s awardees.

Tickets and tables for the luncheon are on sale now and may be purchased online at SBFoundation.org/PYAwards

Individuals and organizations interested in sponsoring Person of the Year may contact Julia Kelly, Business Development Manager for the Santa Barbara Foundation at JKelly@SBFoundation.org

Frank McGinity Honored by American Irish Historical Society

By Bonnie Carroll, Special to VOICE

IT WAS YET ANOTHER GRAND NIGHT at a private gathering in Santa Barbara for the 2026 American Irish Historical Society of Santa Barbara’s Traditional St. Patrick’s Day Dinner attended by 81 members and their guests.

President Frank McGinity and the AIHS board of directors welcomed guests at the door with a choice of wine, which was followed by a fun-loving performance by the singing McDermott brothers, Kirby and Patrick, straight from Los Angeles. Proud mother and AIHS Vice President Judith McDermott joined her sons to welcome members and guests in the music room before an inspiring Irish sing-along.

American Irish Historical Society

Treasurer Philip J. Conran shared some well-deserved praise for Founder and President Frank Mc Ginity and presented him with an exquisite plaque on behalf of the members to show the organization’s gratitude and great respect for McGinity, the man who founded the Santa Barbara based organization in 1983. He has served as president over the years.

The beautiful Irish dinner offered something wonderful for every specific taste, paired with genuine homemade Irish soda bread. After a scrumptious ice cream cake dessert, the McDermott Brothers led more Irish sing-along favorites that included When Irish Eyes Are Smiling. One lucky Irishman took home a beautiful Waterford photo frame as winner of the annual dinner opportunity drawing.

The Santa Barbara branch of the American Irish Historical Society was founded in 1983 and continues to attract those who are Irish and those who wish they were. The St. Patrick’s Day Dinner is an annual event, and the organization holds additional special events throughout the year. Current Directors of AIHS include Frank McGinity, Bridget B. Colleary, Judith McDermott, Philip J. Conran, C. Coraghessan Boyle, Richard Daneby, Mary Louise Days, Patricia Clak Doerner, Kenneth Fitzpatrick, and Viviana Marsano. Notable past members of AIHS included US Presiden Theodore Roosevelt, William Bourke Cockran, Politician, George M. Cohan, Composer, and Tenor John McCormack.

The American Irish Historical Society is the custodian of an invaluable archive and collection of Irish and Irish American history and literature located in New York City. Founded in Boston and in continuous operation since 1897, the Society has been non-partisan and non-sectarian since its inception and moved its headquarters from Boston to New York City in the early 20th century. In 1940 it moved into its current home at 991 Fifth Avenue in New York. They offer free public events and extend use of the library and archives to researchers, writers, and scholars. aihsny.org

You can spot me all over town. I’ve been placed under trees to honor loved ones, celebrate special occasions, and to thank someone, like John Palminteri (left). If you have someone or something you’d like to commemorate, scan the QR code to learn more about our tree plaque program.

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Celebrating 100 Years of Growth

SB Botanic Garden Unveils New Torrey Pines Conservation Grove

By Daisy Scott / VOICE

FORTY-FIVE LIVING SYMBOLS

OF HOPE kicked off the first day of spring at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden last week, as garden leaders, elected officials, and nature advocates gathered for the ribbon cutting of the garden’s new Torrey Pines Conservation Grove.

A milestone achievement years in the making, the grove opened the same week that SB Botanic Garden celebrated its 100th anniversary as the United State’s first botanic garden focused solely on native plants.

One of the world’s rarest pine subspecies, the Torry Pine only naturally grows in two locations in North America: the Torrey Pine State Reserve in San Diego and on Santa Rosa Island, off of Santa Barbara’s coastline. Both regions are now facing new threats and challenges amidst climate change.

“Native plants are the basis of all life on the planet, and that’s what the Botanic Garden is all about,” said Executive Director Steve Windhager, Ph.D.

Garden visitors can visit the new Torrey Pines Conservation Grove by strolling the hillside below the Pritzlaff Conservation Center. While the grove currently consists of

an exposed path surrounded by not quite knee-high saplings, one needs only glance at the mature, about 70 foot-tall Torrey pine near the garden’s entrance to imagine what the grove will ultimately offer.

“Plan on coming back, plan on having that relationship with your kids, with your grandkids, to come back here to see these trees over time,” said Keith Nevison, SB Botanic Garden Director of Horticulture and Operations. “See its progress as it gets higher than your head, as it soars towards the sky.”

The grove’s 45 saplings reflect 45 distinct maternal lines of Torrey pine currently growing on Santa Rosa Island. Unlike other types of plants, the Torrey pine seed cannot withstand the process of being preserved through traditional frozen seed banks.

By propagating a diverse range of saplings from living trees on Santa Rosa Island, the SB Botanic Garden is actively saving these trees’ genetic codes. This information could later help with Torrey pine restoration on the island.

“If we start to lose them out there, we know where they potentially could go back if they are restored,” explained Nevison.

The garden’s Torrey pine initiative is also supporting conservation efforts statewide. Since collecting and growing Torrey pine seeds from Santa Rosa Island, the garden has exchanged saplings with the San Diego Botanic Garden, Gardens of Golden Gate Park, and the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum.

In addition to the Torrey pine, the SB Botanic Garden has also continued its efforts to preserve the Catalina Island Ironwood, another endangered tree found on its namesake island. Visitors can spot growing specimens of this subspecies on the other side of the Pritzlaff Conservation Center.

Elected officials gathered at the SB Botanic Garden to commemorate the grove’s opening. California State

Assemblymember Gregg Hart, joined by a representative California Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón’s office, presented a legislative resolution in honor of the garden’s centennial anniversary.

“The work that’s going on here connects the mainland to the Channel Islands and really recognizes that we're all one big ecosystem,” said Hart. “The research the scientists do here at the garden, and we all support, is critical to the whole planet, sustainability, and everything we hold dear in our value system living in this community, understanding how important environmental protection is.”

Santa Barbara County Supervisor Roy Lee also presented a resolution to express his and the Board of Supervisors’ gratitude for the garden’s work.

In honor of its 100th year, the SB Botanic Garden will host special events and programming throughout the remainder of 2026, including a new “Centennial Route” that guides visitors through eleven of the garden’s most beautiful and historically significant spots. sbbotanicgarden.org

Santa Barbara Beautiful Tree of the Month — March 2026

Sweetshade Tree Hymenosporum flavum

By David Gress / Special to VOICE

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AMAZINGLY SWEET PERFUME

that drifts from the flowers of the Sweetshade Tree gives this lovely tree its name - a divine combination of the fragrances of Plumeria blossoms and orange blossoms.

Sweetshade Tree is a mediumsized broadleaf evergreen, which grows 25- to 40-feet tall and 15to 20-feet wide; consequently, it fits nicely into narrow landscape spaces. Its growth habit is generally a slender and erect branching structure; however, its shape can become quite variable, open, and asymmetrical (read here “lumpy”), which can, nevertheless, add to the sculptural beauty of its mature trunk and branches. Gentle pruning to develop and maintain a regular shape may be needed.

Branches are widely spaced and occur in whorls radiating out from the trunk. Being an evergreen tree, its shiny bright-green leaves (three- to six-inches long and one- to 1½-inches wide), make it attractive yearround. Its light-grey outer bark, flaking in small spots to reveal a cinnamon-brown inner bark, contrasts well with the lustrous foliage.

to its winged seeds. The specific epithet name, flavum, is from the Latin word flavus, (meaning “yellow”), referring to the flower color. It is a member of the family Pittosporaceae, which includes the much more commonly available tree species in the genus Pittosporum that also bear fragrant flowers.

In our community, its delightfully fragrant flowers (one- to two-inches long) will bloom from March through May -

and can completely cover the tree in terminal clusters (up to eightinches across) bearing up to 16 flowers per cluster. As the flowers age, their color changes from a creamy yellow, to a warm honey, and then to a dark gold. Their tasty nectar is devoured by bees, who happily assist in pollination.

Pollinated flowers form rounded oblong seed pods (one- to 1½-inches long) that, when ripe and dry, split open to release dozens of flat round seeds (½-inch in diameter); each seed is surrounded by a tiny paper-like wing and is dispersed in the wind.

In addition to its common name of “Sweetshade Tree,” it is also known by the common names of “Hawaiian Wedding Tree” and “Queensland Frangipani.”

Its botanical name is Hymenosporum flavum. The genus name, Hymenosporum, is derived from the combination of two Greek words - “hymen” (meaning “membrane”) and “spora” (meaning “seed”), referring

A native of Queensland and New South Wales in Australia and in New Guinea, the Sweetshade Tree has been a popular and widely planted landscape tree in Santa Barbara since it was introduced here in 1900 by Dr. Francesco Franceschi, one of our pioneering local horticulturists. In fact, the largest recorded Sweetshade Tree in California is a street tree located on Dibblee Avenue, which was planted in 1904 - still stands today - and still flowers beautifully. Sweetshade Tree does prefer full sun - but can do well in partial shade. It is surprisingly droughttolerant - but does much better with infrequent deep watering. It should be provided with well-drained soil. It is cold hardy to at least 20 degrees Fahrenheit for short periods. It can be planted as a single specimen or in groups for a more dramatic effect. It can be installed as a street tree or in commercial landscapes - and it makes a distinctive, fragrant addition to any home garden.

Fine examples of Sweetshade Trees are found in many places in Santa Barbara: in Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden; along the 1400-1600 blocks of Garden Street; on De La Vina Street (at Mission Street); on Anacapa Street (near Anapamu Street); on Dibblee Avenue; and, at Lotusland (near the Visitors’ Center). A truly magnificent street tree specimen towers in the 500 block of Hastings Drive in Goleta.

Tree-of-the-Month articles are sponsored by Santa Barbara Beautiful, whose many missions include the increase of public awareness and appreciation of Santa Barbara’s many outstanding trees and, in a long-time partnership with the City Parks & Recreation Department, the funding and planting of trees along the City’s streets. sbbeautiful.org

City Waterfront Enhancements and Protections Under Consideration

AWATERFRONT ADAPTATION PLAN is being considered by the City of Santa Barbara. The plan would identify practical solutions to coastal flooding and erosion over the next 30 years while enhancing beach access, recreation, and boating. The City will be seeking community feedback over the next three months on a variety of preliminary options being considered for further evaluation.

Staff presented these initial options to City Council on March 10th and will present at City Board and Commission meetings and host several community events through May. Community input will help refine the options as they are developed into a Draft Waterfront Adaptation Plan, anticipated for release in early 2027.

The City of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront, from Leadbetter Beach to East Beach, is a cherished community resource and cornerstone of the local economy. It faces growing challenges from beach erosion and flooding during major wave events, which are causing millions of dollars in damage, disrupting recreation and operations, and rapidly narrowing East Beach. As sea levels rise, these problems will get worse.

“These are issues we’ve been dealing with for a long time, but they’re becoming more costly and disruptive,” said Mike Wiltshire, Waterfront Director. “We need to take proactive measures to protect our beaches and avoid the damage and disruptions we

La Ciudad de SB evalúa opciones para proteger y mejorar la zona costera

LA CIUDAD DE SANTA BÁRBARA ESTÁ

DESARROLLANDO un Plan de Adaptación Costera para identificar soluciones prácticas que aborden los riesgos de inundación y erosión costera durante los próximos 30 años, al mismo tiempo que se mejora el acceso a las playas, la recreación y la navegación. Durante los próximos tres meses, la Ciudad solicitará la opinión de la comunidad sobre una variedad de opciones de adaptación preliminares que se están considerando para una evaluación más detallada.

El personal presentó estas opciones iniciales al Consejo de la Ciudad el 10 de marzo y también las presentará en reuniones de juntas y comisiones de la ciudad, además de organizar varios eventos comunitarios hasta mayo. La participación de la comunidad ayudará a refinar las opciones a medida que se desarrollen en un borrador preliminar del Plan de Adaptación Costera, cuya publicación se espera a principios de 2027.

La zona costera de la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara, desde Leadbetter Beach hasta East Beach, es un recurso muy valorado por la comunidad y un pilar de la economía local. Sin embargo, enfrenta desafíos crecientes debido a la erosión de las playas y a las inundaciones durante eventos de oleaje fuerte, que causan millones de dólares en daños, interrumpen las actividades recreativas y operativas, y reducen rápidamente el ancho de East Beach. A medida que aumente el nivel del mar, se espera que estos problemas se intensifiquen.

“Estos son problemas que hemos enfrentado durante mucho tiempo, pero cada vez son más costosos y disruptivos”, dijo Mike Wiltshire, director del Waterfront. “Necesitamos tomar medidas proactivas para proteger nuestras playas y evitar los daños y las interrupciones que ahora experimentamos año tras año”.

La Ciudad está evaluando una variedad de opciones de adaptación que priorizan las playas de arena y la recreación, protegen el Puerto y las áreas interiores contra inundaciones, y mejoran la experiencia general del frente marítimo.

Algunas de las ideas iniciales incluyen: Reubicar estratégicamente algunos elementos en Leadbetter Beach y East Beach hacia el interior, incluyendo estacionamientos, baños, senderos, áreas de parque e instalaciones comerciales, para protegerlos y preservarlos, además de crear espacio para playas amplias de arena. Agregar arena, bermas y dunas para ampliar y mantener las áreas de playa de arena; Mejorar West Beach con un sistema de drenaje de aguas pluviales más eficiente para mejorar la calidad de la arena y añadir servicios como baños y duchas para convertirla en un destino de playa de primer nivel; Proteger el Área Comercial del Puerto con un enrocado (revetment) que reduzca las inundaciones y la erosión, coronado por un paseo peatonal que mejore el acceso público entre el Puerto y Leadbetter Beach; Crear un sendero continuo, seguro y separado para peatones y ciclistas a lo largo de todo el frente marítimo, que se elevaría gradualmente para proteger el sendero y las áreas interiores contra inundaciones.

“Vemos esto como una oportunidad no solo para abordar los desafíos de inundaciones y erosión, sino también para mejorar las oportunidades recreativas, hacer más seguro caminar y andar en bicicleta, y mejorar los parques del frente marítimo al mismo tiempo”, dijo Jill Zachary, directora de Parques y Recreación.

La financiación para este proyecto es proporcionada por la California Coastal Commission, la California Coastal Conservancy y la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara. SantaBarbaraCA.gov/WaterfrontAdaptation

2026 WaterWise Garden Contest Applications Open

OWNERS OF BEAUTIFUL, WATER-EFFICIENT RESIDENTIAL GARDENS in Santa Barbara County are invited to enter the 2026 WaterWise Garden Contest. Participants must be residential customers of a participating water provider in Santa Barbara County, and the contest only applies to front yards. Awards will be given to a residential property in each water provider’s service area, from who the Countywide Grand Prize recipient will be determined. Applications are due by April 30th online. To submit a nomination visit countyofsb.org/2325/WaterWise-Garden-Contest

are now experiencing year after year.”

The City is evaluating a range of adaptation options that prioritize sandy beaches and recreation, protect the Harbor and inland areas from flooding, and improve the overall experience.

Initial ideas include: Strategically relocating some features at Leadbetter Beach and East Beach inland, including parking, restrooms, paths, park areas, and commercial facilities, to protect and preserve them and create space for wide sandy beaches; Adding sand, berms, and dunes to build up and maintain sandy beach areas; Upgrading West Beach with better stormwater drainage to improve sand quality and adding amenities such as restrooms and showers to make it a premier beach destination; Protecting the Harbor Commercial Area with a revetment that reduces flooding and erosion and is topped by a pedestrian promenade that improves public access between the Harbor and Leadbetter Beach; Creating a safe, continuous, and separated walking and biking path along the entire Waterfront that is gradually elevated to protect the path and inland areas from flooding.

“We see this as an opportunity to not only tackle flooding and erosion challenges, but also to enhance recreational opportunities, make it safer to walk and bike, and improve Waterfront parks at the same time,” said Jill Zachary, Parks and Recreation Director.

Funding for this project is provided by the California Coastal Commission, California Coastal Conservancy, and City of Santa Barbara.

SantaBarbaraCA.gov/WaterfrontAdaptation

Latino Legacy Awards Nominations Open

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO LEADS WITH CULTURA, CORAZÓN, AND COMUNIDAD? Nominations are now open for the Future Leaders of America’s 11th Annual Latino Legacy Awards. Categories include: North SB County Leader of the Year; Mid SB County Leader of the Year; South SB County Leader of the Year; and SB County Youth Leader of the Year. The awards celebration will take place on May 7th from 4:30pm to 7:30pm at the Hotel Corque in Solvang. Nominations must be submitted by 11:59pm on Tuesday, March 31st. To submit a nomination or buy tickets visit futureleadersnow.org/events

Support Elephants and Solstice...

SUMMER SOLSTICE SANTA BARBARA kicked off last weekend with an Equinox Party at Son Y Sabor. On tap were several local bands offering tunes and a Biggest Little Elephant Parade Exhibition and Auction preview. The auction will take place at the Community Environmental Council Hub at 1219 State street on March 26th from 5 to 8pm. The poster art contest winner will also be announced during the March 26th event. For more info visit SolsticeParade.com

On the Street with John Palminteri

Remembering Rodolfo Acuña

I RECALL THE EFFORTS of Rodolfo “Rudy” Acuña to teach Chicano Studies and history that I heard mainly through people I grew up with and cruised with over the years. He supported literacy, education, and putting some context to those street stories. He had a battle with the UC system (UCSB) in 1995 that made front page headlines. There were intense times along the way, but it’s clearly vital that we learn about these chapters in history and welcome these voices.

Accordions Pop Up on State

I HEARD ITALIAN MUSIC from an accordion player at the Saturday Farmers’ Market in Santa Barbara. Then another appeared. And a few more. Then a guy with a violin. It was a surprise promotion for Bella Italia coming this weekend to the Granada Theatre by the Santa Barbara Symphony. It will be a four-century survey of Italian classics. From Vivaldi’s perennial The Four Seasons, to Puccini’s youthful Capriccio Sinfonico (an early working of tunes to later appear in La Bohème!), to Respighi’s thunderous The Pines of Rome, surrounding you with the sounds of brass fanfares. And discover a recent, lively concerto by Cristian Carrara inspired by the dazzling Red Ferrari Accordion. Music & Artistic Director Nir Kabaretti will conduct.

First Responders Updates

A VEHICLE CRASH with a school bus happened on March 25th at 1218 San Andres St. Two on board and one minor injury was reported. AMR, Santa Barbara City Fire, and CHP were on it.

ONE PERSON SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES in a structure fire on Frazier Lane near Goleta Tuesday, March 24th. Smoke could be seen for several blocks around Turnpike Rd. and Hollister Ave. The cause is under investigation. Santa Barbara County Fire responded with multiple engines.

A GUSHER on the Santa Barbara Riviera. This hydrant was sheared off at 12:55pm on Tuesday afternoon as the result of a traffic collision at Dover Rd. and Lasuen Rd. Santa Barbara City Fire, Police, and Public Works were on it.

Old Oil Facilities Taken Down in Carpinteria

OLD OIL FACILITIES are coming down in Carpinteria as part of a Chevron cleanup plan. This site is behind City Hall near the ocean. Going forward there will be talks about how to use the cleaned up land.

California Agave Symposium

AGAVE FARMERS are hoping to soon dig in to the Central Coast soil. Already some farms are converting and distilleries are interested in developing a product from this area. A symposium in Santa Barbara looked at the process and business plans ahead.

Family-Friendly Pool Hall Opens Downtown

THE RACK POOL HALL celebrated its grand opening all day last Saturday with nine family-friendly tables, an arcade, beverages for all ages, and a portion of the proceeds donated to the Santa Barbara Immigrant Legal Defense Center. The Rack is located at 1100 Chapala St.

Dredging Continues at the SB Harbor

AFTER MONTHS OF SAND BUILDUP in the entrance to the Santa Barbara Harbor which reduced the depth at low tide for many vessels, an electric dredge operation arrived last weekend. It will clear tons of sand and send it all down the coast with the ocean currents.

Bob Dylan to Rock SB Bowl

BOB DYLAN RETURNS to Santa Barbara on June 17th at the landmark Santa Barbara Bowl with Lucinda Williams and her band and the John Doe Folk Trio. 4,500 tickets will be available on March 28th. This show will sell out. Only seven California performances are scheduled.

John Palminteri is a veteran news reporter and anchor for Newschannel 3-12 TV and both KJEE and KCLU radio in Santa Barbara/Santa Maria/Ventura. Off the air, he’s often bringing his smile and positive energy to the microphone at fundraisers and civic events. John’s social media presence has one of the largest followings in Santa Barbara, and this page has the weekly highlights. Twitter: @JohnPalminteri • Instagram: @JohnPalminteriNews www.facebook.com/john.palminteri.5

Non-native mosquito, Aedes notoscriptus, found in Santa Barbara County

A MOSQUITO THAT CAN CARRY DOG HEARTWORM, the nonnative Aedes notoscriptus, was discovered by the Mosquito & Vector Management District of Santa Barbara County in the City of Santa Barbara’s West Side neighborhood. The first detection was on March 13th. MVMD is working to evaluate the extent of the infestation and will aggressively target problem areas to prevent its spread.

Aedes notoscriptus is a small (about ¼ inch) black and white mosquito that bites aggressively during the day. It is native to Australia and is commonly known as the “Australian backyard mosquito;” however, it is a common mosquito in some urban areas of the southeastern United States and Arizona and has become established in several California counties. In Australia, Aedes notoscriptus is the main vector of dog heartworm.

“Our goal is to control and eliminate this mosquito population, if possible” said MVMD General Manager Brian Cabrera. “We are doing everything to help ensure this mosquito does not become established in our communities.”

The MVMD has expanded surveillance efforts for this type of mosquito. The District will be deploying a variety of traps for adult mosquitoes and mosquito eggs surrounding the location where Aedes notoscriptus was found. Additionally, District staff will be conducting door-to door inspections of properties for mosquito breeding and standing water at homes near Aedes notoscriptus detections.

The public can play a critical role in helping to control the spread of this mosquito. Aedes notoscriptus lays its eggs just above the water line in small containers and vessels that hold water, such as dishes under potted plants, bird baths and feeders, ornamental fountains, tin cans, children’s toys, discarded tires, and yard drains. It’s important for residents to look around their yard and outside their home and dump out even the smallest amount of standing water. MVMD recommends cleaning and scrubbing bird baths and pet watering dishes weekly and dumping the water from overflow dishes under potted plants.

The MVMD recommends people to do the following to reduce the chances of being bitten by mosquitoes:

• Apply repellents containing EPA-registered ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535 to exposed skin and/ or clothing (as directed on the product label).

• Wear long sleeve shirts, long pants, socks, and shoes when mosquitoes are most active.

• Be sure window and door screens are in good repair to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.

• Residents experiencing mosquito bites during the day should report them immediately to the MVMD at 805-969-5050. For more: mvmdistrict.org

City of Santa Barbara Seeking Operator for Newly Named “Casa Cacique” Shelter

A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) SEEKING A QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED OPERATOR for the City’s shelter facility located at 816 Cacique Street was released by The City of Santa Barbara. Organizations with a demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, and collaborative service delivery are encouraged to submit proposals.

The facility, newly named Casa Cacique (KAH-sah kah-SEE-keh), reflects its mission of guiding participants toward a sense of home while honoring the street’s history. “Cacique” originates from the Taíno language, referring to their chieftains as “cacike” or “kassequa,” and is rooted in a term meaning “to keep house.” Over time, the Spanish adopted the term locally to describe Indigenous leadership more broadly, including Chumash leaders. Casa Cacique is a key component of the City’s ongoing efforts to enhance local shelter capacity and expand compassionate, service-focused support for people experiencing homelessness.

The selected operator will be responsible for managing day-to-day shelter operations, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for occupants, coordinating supportive services designed to promote housing stability and long-term well-being, and supporting housing navigation to ensure that occupants are advancing in their goals of permanent housing.

RFP Submissions Deadline: Tuesday, April 21st, by 5pm.

The City will accept questions regarding the RFP until Monday, April 6th, by 5pm.

Mercy House Living Centers is the current interim service provider; the shelter was previously operated by People Assisting the Homeless (PATH). The operator selection is expected to be presented to the City Council for approval by June 2026.

To review the full RFP, full scope of work, requirements, and evaluation criteria, visit PlanetBids via Vendor Registration, Bids, & Contracts: https://santabarbaraca.gov/business/doing-business-city/vendor-registration-bids-contracts For more information visit SantaBarbaraCA.gov/Homelessness

La Ciudad de Santa Bárbara busca presupuestas de operador para el recién nombrado refugio “Casa Cacique”

LA CIUDAD DE SANTA BÁRBARA HA PUBLICADO UNA SOLICITUD DE PROPUESTAS (RFP, por sus siglas en inglés) para seleccionar a un operador calificado y con experiencia que administre su refugio ubicado en 816 Cacique Street. Se invita a organizaciones con un compromiso demostrado con prácticas basadas en evidencia, atención informada por el trauma y prestación colaborativa de servicios a presentar propuestas.

El refugio, recientemente renombrado Casa Cacique, refleja su misión de guiar a los participantes hacia un sentido de hogar, mientras honra la historia de la calle. “Cacique” proviene de la lengua taína y se utilizaba para designar a los jefes de comunidad, conocidos como “cacike” o “kassequa”; su origen remite a un término que significaba “mantener el hogar.” Con el tiempo, los españoles adoptaron localmente la palabra para referirse de manera más amplia al liderazgo indígena, incluidos los líderes Chumash. Casa Cacique forma parte de los esfuerzos continuos de la Ciudad por aumentar la capacidad de los refugios locales y ampliar el apoyo compasivo, centrado en servicios, para las personas que experimentan la falta de vivienda.

El operador seleccionado será responsable de gestionar las operaciones diarias del refugio, mantener un entorno seguro y respetuoso para los ocupantes, coordinar servicios de apoyo orientados a promover la estabilidad de vivienda y el bienestar a largo plazo, y brindar acompañamiento en la navegación de vivienda para ayudar a los ocupantes a avanzar hacia una vivienda permanente.

Fecha límite de presentación: martes 21 de abril de 2026, antes de las 5pm.

La Ciudad aceptará preguntas relacionadas con la RFP hasta el lunes 6 de abril, a las 5pm.

Mercy House Living Centers es el proveedor de servicios interino; el refugio fue operado anteriormente por People Assisting the Homeless (PATH). Se espera que la selección del operador se presente al Concejo Municipal para su aprobación antes de junio de 2026.

Para consultar la RFP completa, el alcance del trabajo, los requisitos y los criterios de evaluación, visite Vendor Registration, Bids, & Contracts: https://santabarbaraca.gov/business/doing-business-city/vendor-registration-bids-contracts Para obtener más información sobre los servicios y las instalaciones municipales, visite Homelessness Initiatives (SantaBarbaraCA.gov/Homelessness).

Channelkeeper’s Blue Water Ball Celebrates 25 Years of Action

UNITING OVER 185 COMMUNITY

MEMBERS, the Blue Water Ball celebrated the Santa Barbara Channelkeeper’s 25 years of protecting and restoring the Santa Barbara Channel and its watersheds on March 14th. The evening raised over $190,000 to support Channelkeeper’s current and future priorities, including monitoring creeks and coastal waters, organizing volunteers for community cleanups, providing educational experiences for local students about water quality and habitats, and advocating for strong policies to protect the Channel and its watersheds.

“For twenty-five years, Channelkeeper has been deeply committed to science-based advocacy, empowering our community to safeguard its beloved coast,” said

Channelkeeper’s executive director, Ted Morton. “We are grateful for moments like this one in which we can gather together in support of our vision for clean water, healthy habitats, abundant wildlife, and thriving communities.”

Chumash leader Mia Lopez opened the event with a song. Assemblymember Gregg Hart discussed the importance of ocean leadership at the state level and the value of gathering researchers, organizations, and government agencies to create oceanprotective policies. Emcee Geoff Green guided the evening, which was filled with stories celebrating the nonprofit. Currently, SB Channelkeeper is working closely with other groups to challenge a growing wave of plans to open the central California coast to new offshore oil drilling and voicing opposition to the Trump Administration’s recent decision to force the restart of oil production along the Gaviota Coast.

Goleta Community State of the City April 15th

CELEBRATE AND DISCUSS GOLETA’S FUTURE at the 2026 Goleta Community State of the City event, to be held from 5 to 7pm on Wednesday, April 15th at the Goleta Community Center, 5679 Hollister Avenue. Free and open to the public, the night will feature simultaneous Spanish interpretation and light refreshments. Goleta Mayor Paula Perotte will deliver the State of the City address, City Manager Robert Nisbet will provide an update on the city’s finances, and there will be an open Q&A session with Mayor Perotte and Department Directors. Beginning at 4:30pm, the Dos Pueblos High School Jazz Band will host a pre-event concert in the gazebo outside of the Goleta Community Center. Attendees may explore the city’s information tables for details on current and future projects until 6pm, when the formal program begins. For more information visit cityofgoleta.org

Deltopia Temporary Parking Restrictions April 3rd to 5th

TEMPORARY PARKING RESTRICTIONS WILL BE IN EFFECT through the City of Goleta during Deltopia, the annual unsanctioned event in Isla Vista typically held the weekend after students return from spring break. To dissuade partygoers from parking in Goleta neighborhoods, restricted parking will begin at noon on Friday, April 3rd through 7am on Sunday, April 5th. Parking permits are issued for the Goleta neighborhoods closest to Isla Vista: University 1 and University 2 neighborhoods including the Cannon Green Condominium complex. The area requiring permits includes Hollister Ave. to the southern City limit (generally Whittier Dr.), from Cannon Green Dr. (including those cul-de-sac streets on the west side of Cannon Green Drive) to Storke Road. Vehicles on the street not displaying a permit will be subject to ticketing and/or towing. Each impacted Goleta household will receive two passes in their mailbox by Friday, March 27th. cityofgoleta.org

for the auction by fourteen local artists. Beyond this art, online and live auction items included local dining experiences, film festival passes, and access to various naturefocused and outdoor activities. Tony Ybarra provided the evening’s music.

Guests viewed waterinspired artwork donated

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Event sponsors included The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation, Montecito Bank & Trust, Open Water, Santa Barbara Adventure Co., Wild & Free Film

Festival, as well as many individual sponsors, underwriters, and honorary committee members, artists, auction donors, and guests, who made the evening so special.

“This year’s Blue Water Ball was a wonderful celebration,” said Morton. “We are grateful for the community of supporters who believe in Channelkeeper and make it possible for our work to have such a positive impact in our communities.” sbck.org

Phase of Water Main Replacement Begins on Alameda Padre Serra

THE FINAL PHASE OF A WATER

MAIN REPLACEMENT

PROJECT on Alameda Padre Serra (APS) and nearby streets, supporting the City of Santa Barbara’s goal of replacing two percent of the water system each year to maintain safe and reliable drinking water service, began this week. Construction will take place on APS from Las Alturas Road to the Five Points Roundabout from March 23rd, with work scheduled Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm. The project is expected to be completed by the end of April. Due to the narrow width of APS and size of the construction equipment needed to complete the work, temporary closures of APS and surrounding streets are required. Traffic detours and no parking signs will be posted in the construction area.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7am to 5pm.

Phase 1 (First Two Weeks) - APS from the Five Points Roundabout to Gutierrez Street will be closed 24/7 for pipe bridge installation over Sycamore Creek.

Phase 2 - APS from the Five Points Roundabout to Gutierrez Street will be closed during work hours; the westbound lane will reopen evenings and weekends.

Phase 3 (Concurrent Work) - APS from Gutierrez Street to Las Alturas Road will have work-hour closures, with detours via De La Guerra Street, and will be open outside work hours. SantaBarbaraCA.gov/MajorProjectsMap

Comienza la fase final del reemplazo de la tubería principal de agua en Alameda Padre Serra

LA CIUDAD DE SANTA BÁRBARA INICIARÁ LA FASE FINAL de un proyecto de reemplazo de la tubería principal de agua en Alameda Padre Serra (APS) y calles cercanas, como parte del objetivo de la Ciudad de reemplazar el 2% del sistema de agua cada año para mantener un servicio de agua potable seguro y confiable. Las obras se llevarán a cabo en APS, desde Las Alturas Road hasta la rotonda Five Points, a partir del 23 de marzo. El horario de trabajo será de lunes a viernes, de 7am a 5pm. Se prevé que el proyecto finalice a finales de abril. Debido a la estrecha anchura de la vía y al tamaño del equipo de obra necesario para completar los trabajos, se requerirán cierres temporales de APS y de calles circundantes. Se colocarán desvíos de tráfico y señales de prohibición de estacionamiento en la zona de obras.

Horario de trabajo: De lunes a viernes, de 7am a 5pm

Fase 1 (primeras dos semanas) - APS, desde la rotonda Five Points hasta la calle Gutiérrez, permanecerá cerrada las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, para la instalación de un puente de tuberías sobre el arroyo Sycamore.

Fase 2 - APS, desde la rotonda Five Points hasta la calle Gutiérrez, permanecerá cerrada durante el horario de trabajo; el carril en dirección oeste reabrirá por las tardes y los fines de semana.

Fase 3 (trabajo simultáneo) - APS, desde la calle Gutiérrez hasta Las Alturas Road, tendrá cierres durante el horario de trabajo con desvíos por De La Guerra Street y permanecerá abierta fuera del horario laboral.

SantaBarbaraCA.gov/MajorProjectsMap

Santa Barbara leaders call for Calle César Chávez to be changed back to Salsipuedes Street

City Councilman Oscar Gutierrez and ex-Mayor Marty Blum want a street named after Cesar Chavez changed back to Salsipuedes Street

By Joshua Molina / Santa Barbara News-Press 3.18.26

NEARLY 30 YEARS AGO, community members in Santa Barbara fought to rename a portion of Salsipuedes Street to Calle César Chávez.

Activists convinced the Santa Barbara City Council to change the street’s name, and the community held a public ceremony celebrating the renaming on September 13th, 1997, days before Mexican Independence Day.

But now, the momentum is moving in a different direction. Following allegations of sexual abuse by Chavez, Santa Barbara City Councilman Oscar Gutierrez has called on the city to change the name back to Salsipuedes Street and plans to hold meetings soon to get the process rolling.

“This is not the guy who I was raised to believe he was,” Gutierrez said. “Just make it all one street again, as it was. Just move on from this dark chapter.”

Activist and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta said on Instagram that she was sexually assaulted on two occasions by Chavez. The encounters, she said, also produced two children. The New York Times published a story Wednesday detailing the accounts of two other women who said they were sexually assaulted by Chavez when they were girls in the 1970s.

Carbajal said he met Chavez twice, once while he was a student and another time during a march in Delano.

“I believe we cannot celebrate a man, regardless of his accomplishments, if he harmed women and children in such evil ways,” Carbajal said. “This March 31, I urge our community to unite around celebrating the contributions and essential work of farmworkers, rather than celebrating César Chávez. In addition, we must continue to move forward in our shared opposition to ICE’s violations of civil rights and demand an end to their brutal immigration enforcement.”

Former Santa Barbara Mayor Marty Blum was on the City Council when the city renamed Salsipuedes Street. She recalled there was controversy at the time, but not related to Chavez. Some businesses were concerned they would have to change their mailing addresses and other branded material if the name of the street changed.

A majority of the council eventually supported the change, though.

“We researched him, but this did not come up,” Blum said. “Had it come up, we would have done more research.”

Blum said the city should change back the name of the street.

Statement by Dolores Huerta

“I AM NEARLY 96 YEARS OLD, and for the last 60 years have kept a secret because I believed that exposing the truth would hurt the farmworker movement I have spent my entire life fighting for.

I have encouraged people to always use their voice. Following the New York Times’ multi-year investigation into sexual misconduct by Cesar Chavez, I can no longer stay silent and must share my own experiences.

As a young mother in the 1960s, I experienced two separate sexual encounters with Cesar. The first time I was manipulated and pressured into having sex with him, and I didn’t feel I could say no because he was someone that I admired, my boss, and the leader of the movement I had already devoted years of my life to. The second time I was forced, against my will, and in an environment where I felt trapped.

I had experienced abuse and sexual violence before, and I convinced myself these were incidents that I had to endure alone and in secret. Both sexual encounters with Cesar led to pregnancies. I chose to keep my pregnancies secret and, after the children were born, I arranged for them to be raised by other families that could give them stable lives.

Over the years, I have been fortunate to develop a deep relationship with these children, who are now close to my other children, their siblings. But even then, no one knew the full truth about how they were conceived until just a few weeks ago.

I carried this secret for as long as I did because building the movement and securing farmworker rights was my life’s work. The formation of a union was the only vehicle to accomplish and secure those rights and I wasn’t going to let Cesar or anyone else get in the way. I channeled everything I had into advocating on behalf of millions of farmworkers and others who were suffering and deserved equal rights.

I have never identified myself as a victim, but I now understand that I am a survivor — of violence, of sexual abuse, of domineering men who saw me, and other women, as property, or things to control.

The explosive allegations have been met with disgust and calls to strip Chavez’s name from any public property.

“When survivors speak up, we must listen and act,” said Assemblymember Gregg Hart of the 37th District. “From California’s agricultural fields to the White House, predatory behavior cannot be overlooked. The movements for farmworker and immigrant rights have never been about one person. At this juncture, we must continue to champion the hard-fought victories of these movements while holding accountable those who have abused trust.”

Hart said he believes and supports Chavez’s accusers.

“We will work with haste and intentionality to make sure that California’s values are reflected in our telling of history, celebration of public holidays, and enactment of policies,” Hart said.

Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, said he is “deeply shocked and saddened to learn of these disturbing allegations.”

“I wouldn’t want (a) Jeffery Epstein Street,” Blum said. “It wouldn’t work.”

Gutierrez said the whole situation is disturbing.

“It is heartbreaking to know that somebody who was a symbol of being a Chicano leader, an activist and role model is now being revealed as being a criminal,” he said.

But, he said, the farmworker movement was never about one person.

“I am not going to associate the cause with that person anymore because they don’t deserve it,” Gutierrez said.

This story was originally published by the Santa Barbara News-Press. Printed with permission • 3.18.2026 • newspress.com

I am telling my story because the New York Times has indicated that I was not the only one — there were others. Women are coming forward, sharing that they were sexually abused and assaulted by Cesar when they were girls and teenagers.

The knowledge that he hurt young girls sickens me. My heart aches for everyone who suffered alone and in silence for years. There are no words strong enough to condemn those deplorable actions that he did. Cesar’s actions do not reflect the values of our community and our movement.

The farmworker movement has always been bigger and far more important than any one individual. Cesar’s actions do not diminish the permanent improvements achieved for farmworkers with the help of thousands of people. We must continue to engage and support our community, which needs advocacy and activism now more than ever.

I will continue my commitments to workers, as well as my commitment to women’s rights, to make sure we have a voice and that our communities are treated with dignity and given the equity that they have so long been denied.

I have kept this secret long enough. My silence ends here.” If you are a survivor or if you have been impacted by any type of sexual violence, please visit the Dolores Huerta Foundation website, where you will find a list of resources for support.

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As fiber optic broadband future nears, will all of Santa Barbara County benefit?

Time will tell if the advantages of next-generation high speed internet extend to the Cuyama Valley, where access to broadband is exceptionally spotty

By Tom Schultz

/ Special for the Santa Barbara News-Press 3.22.26

DELAYED EMAILS. GLITCHY VIDEOS. CREDIT CARD PROCESSING SNAFUS.

“Messages don’t even go through sometimes,” said Anthony Fonseca, one of hundreds of Cuyama Valley residents who don’t always enjoy a solid internet connection.

Crews this year are placing new fiber optic internet cable across Santa Barbara County, installing two new “middle mile” trunk lines expected to snake along nearly 200 miles of major transportation corridors.

As these projects progress, community leaders say they look forward to seeing the next generation of broadband internet reach tens of thousands of residents. They also hope to close a digital divide harming rural places like Cuyama, a high desert community of farms and low-slung homes and businesses —

located far from the South Coast at the northeast corner of the county.

“Cuyama is not getting the right service,” said Santa Barbara County Supervisor Roy Lee, whose First District includes the valley. “After school, Cuyama gets a dip in service, because all the kids go home and start playing video games. It’s the worst time for businesses… It’s very inconsistent.”

Crews at work

The new trunk lines are part of a larger nearly $3.9 billion publicprivate network designed to serve the entire state of California. The goal is to provide physical infrastructure that internet service providers can connect to in order to deliver reliable, high-speed “last mile” fiber optic internet service along final legs that reach end-users at home, work, or public places.

Working south to north, Lumen Technologies is installing one middle mile line along Highway 101 from Ventura County through Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, and Goleta to Highway 1. The line will follow Highway 1 through Lompoc and Vandenberg Space Force Base,

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veer toward Casmalia, reconnect with Highway 101 and travel north through Guadalupe to San Luis Obispo County.

Spanning more than 100 miles, the line is expected to be completed in June.

“That work is underway and 36 percent complete,” said Fred Luna, director of project delivery and construction at the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments. Through a strategic plan it approved in 2022, the agency has been helping to plan, prioritize and fund broadband initiatives.

The other middle mile line is expected to span 85 miles. Central Valley Independent Network, also known as Vast Networks, plans to connect Santa Barbara County along Highway 166 — right past Cuyama and New Cuyama — to a broader web of middle mile serving the Central Valley.

access rates in recent years but rural areas still fell short of metro and suburban areas. While the most recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) report pegged nationwide broadband availability at 95 percent as of December 2024, interest groups have lower estimates.

A recent test coordinated by the Broadband Consortium among a relatively small sample of Cuyama area customers showed an average internet speed of 30 mbps.

“This is enough to maybe conduct some email,” Arthur said. “If you have more than one person (at the home or business) trying to access the internet at the same time, it can begin to really compromise the bandwidth available and slow down the connection.”

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA NOTICE OF A SPECIAL ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 11:30 A.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 735 ANACAPA STREET

NOTICE OF A SPECIAL ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 11:30 A.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 735 ANACAPA STREET

At Highway 101, the line will run south to Highway 135 and continue south through Santa Maria, Orcutt, and Los Alamos until it briefly reconnects with the 101. It will then run along Highway 154 and Highway 246 to the Santa Ynez Valley and Chumash Reservation.

The Ordinance Committee of the City of Santa Barbara will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara. The meeting is to consider a recommendation to City Council on Title 30 Inland Zoning Ordinance and Title 28 Coastal Zoning Ordinance amendments to regulate Short Term Rentals (STRs), including Homeshare units (CITY2026-00001). The proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments are in response to City Council direction and Planning Commission input and include new licensing requirements for creation of STRs, including performance measures and permitting in the inland areas (Title 30) and coastal zone (Title 28) of the city. This notice begins the required six-week availability of review drafts of the Local Coastal Program amendments (Title 28 amendments) prior to final action by City Council at a public hearing, pursuant to the California Code of Regulations Title 14, Article 5, §13515. Public comment may be given in person at the meeting or remotely via Zoom. Members of the public who wish to give public comment remotely may do so by completing the Zoom registration at this link: https://santabarbaraca-gov.zoom.us/j/83099911799?pwd=N0fwX914FLbpUNNMPr2foEbiub5ovC.1

Written comments are also welcome up to the time of the hearing and should be addressed to the Ordinance Committee by sending them electronically to NGrisanti@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. Written comments may also be submitted to the Ordinance Committee via the City Clerk’s Office, P.O. Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990.

The Ordinance Committee of the City of Santa Barbara will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara. The meeting is to consider a recommendation to City Council on Title 30 Inland Zoning Ordinance and Title 28 Coastal Zoning Ordinance amendments to regulate Short Term Rentals (STRs), including Homeshare units (CITY2026-00001). The proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments are in response to City Council direction and Planning Commission input and include new licensing requirements for creation of STRs, including performance measures and permitting in the inland areas (Title 30) and coastal zone (Title 28) of the city. This notice begins the required six-week availability of review drafts of the Local Coastal Program amendments (Title 28 amendments) prior to final action by City Council at a public hearing, pursuant to the California Code of Regulations Title 14, Article 5, §13515. Public comment may be given in person at the meeting or remotely via Zoom. Members of the public who wish to give public comment remotely may do so by completing the Zoom registration at this link: https://santabarbaraca-gov.zoom.us/j/83099911799?pwd=N0fwX914FLbpUNNMPr2foEbiub5ovC.1 Written comments are also welcome up to the time of the hearing and should be addressed to the Ordinance Committee by sending them electronically to NGrisanti@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. Written comments may also be submitted to the Ordinance Committee via the City Clerk’s Office, P.O. Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990.

On Thursday April 9, 2026, an agenda with all items to be heard on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, will be available at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, and at the Central Library. Agendas and staff reports are also accessible online at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP The agenda will include instructions for participation in the meeting. For more information, or to be placed on an interested parties list, please contact Laura M. Bridley, Project Planner, at LBridley@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

On Thursday April 9, 2026, an agenda with all items to be heard on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, will be available at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, and at the Central Library. Agendas and staff reports are also accessible online at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP The agenda will include instructions for participation in the meeting. For more information, or to be placed on an interested parties list, please contact Laura M. Bridley, Project Planner, at LBridley@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need auxiliary aids or services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator's Office at (805) 564-5305. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need auxiliary aids or services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator's Office at (805) 564-5305. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange.

INTERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Si necesita una interpretación del español al inglés, para sus comunicaciones al Consejo, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal al 564- 5309, o por correo electrónico a Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. Si es posible, la notificación de al menos 48 horas generalmente permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos.

INTERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Si necesita una interpretación del español al inglés, para sus comunicaciones al Consejo, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal al 564- 5309, o por correo electrónico a Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. Si es posible, la notificación de al menos 48 horas generalmente permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos.

Mapping the digital divide Concern for Cuyama echoes a national trend aimed at ensuring rural areas have the robust tools and access people need to run competitive businesses, work remotely, and stay literate with the latest technologies.

One in five Californians don’t have regular access to highspeed broadband internet service, according to the state.

Across the country, technology initiatives boosted

In one competing analysis, 68 percent of rural Americans had home broadband subscriptions compared with 80 percent of those in nonrural areas, according to the Benton Institute, a foundation focused on enhancing telecommunications access with support from private and corporate funding.

Cuyama subsidies a question mark

Despite all the benefits it promises to deliver, plugging the Cuyama Valley into the fiber optic future — using the fiber optic trunk line slated to run right through the area — could prove challenging.

In a recent round of grant funding, the California Public Utilities Commission in December announced $96 million in support for last mile fiber optic lines in jurisdictions across the state.

These subsidies often are needed to entice providers into investing in a small community like Cuyama, said Shelby Arthur, who coordinates the Broadband Consortium of the Pacific Coast, a public- and nonprofit-funded organization working to expand broadband across Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties.

So far, Cuyama hasn’t qualified.

Data shared with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) by internet service providers currently operating in the area appears to show average bandwidth speeds there exceed a 25 mbps (megabyte per second) baseline minimum, rendering the area adequately covered in the eyes of grantmakers and thus ineligible for funding.

By comparison, fiber internet typically provides homes and businesses with bandwidth speeds up to about 1,000 mbps, according to Verizon.

Looking ahead

Eyeing future rounds of grant funding, “We’re continuing to focus on validating the actual speeds experienced by Cuyama community members,” Arthur said, adding more comprehensive test results could potentially be used to contest future grant rejections if needed.

To further advocate for the valley, AmeriCorps workers in partnership with the consortium and the Blue Sky Center, a Cuyama economic development hub, have been going door-to-door to find out first-hand what residents are experiencing.

With 74 responses received from 250 targeted households, the effort found 40 percent of respondents have no home internet. The remaining 60 percent — including 31 percent using a SpaceX Starlink satellite internet connection — typically pay a costly $80 a month for service.

“We have some results that really demonstrate the digital divide here in Santa Barbara County,” said Cristian Vasquez, a member of the American Connection Corps, an AmeriCorps program focused on digitally disconnected communities across the country. “We’re working on bringing those issues front and center.”

This story was originally published by the Santa Barbara News-Press. Printed with permission • 3.22.2026 • newspress.com

LaP rimavera!

Please join El Presidente 2026, Colin Hayward, and the entire Fiesta family for an unforgettable evening kicking off the Fiesta season.

As we welcome spring, there’s no better time to celebrate than at Old Spanish Days La Primavera on May 2 at the historic El Paseo Restaurant. The evening will feature authentic cuisine, mariachi music, and live flamenco dancing.

The traditional highlight will be the first performances of our newly-crowned Spirit and Junior Spirit of Fiesta.

This year’s official Fiesta poster will be displayed as part of an incredible fundraising auction. This special event supports all of the free public events during Fiesta 2026—making it a night of celebration with a meaningful purpose.

Tickets are $150 for General Admission, $800 for Booth for 4 People and $1,750 for VIP Table for 8 People. All are available via TicketSauce at the link below and include a special opportunity to support our youth dance programs and other beloved Fiesta traditions.

Montecito Bank & Trust Anniversary Grants® Reception

Nonprofits Receive $33,000 From Montecito Bank & Trust

THE LONG-STANDING TRADITION OF CELEBRATING MONTECITO BANK & TRUST’S ANNIVERSARY by honoring local nonprofits selected by the Bank’s more than 260 associates continued last week, when more than 110 attendees gathered for a reception in the Bank’s historic downtown branch.

Janet Garufis, Chair & CEO of MB&T, welcomed the community-minded audience, commenting that the evening’s event, “provides the opportunity to celebrate where we are today, remember what has brought us here, and recognize the good work that is happening across our communities every day thanks to

dedicated nonprofit organizations like those here this evening.”

The Bank’s late founder, Michael Towbes, first started the Anniversary Grants program in 1993 to honor Montecito Bank & Trust’s anniversary by giving back to the community. He wanted bank associates to have a voice in the direction of the Bank’s corporate giving and to celebrate the exceptional volunteer service they provide to Central Coast communities.

After MB&T associates introduced each organization, Garufis smiled as she highlighted that “there seems to be a trend each year of furry friends, helping improve the health and well-being of individuals, and nurturing babies and kids!”

The annual program is a source of pride among the Bank’s associates, as they campaign, rally, and vote for the organizations that make an impact on their lives and communities. In addition to receiving a $3,000 check, each Anniversary Grant recipient also received a oneminute locally produced promotional video showcasing the organization’s extraordinary work. The Bank provides

additional promotion of each organization in the branches and on social media throughout the year.

The Jerry Parent Anniversary Grants Legacy Award was added to this program in 2021 to honor the decades-long selfless community contributions of long-time Board Director, Jerry Parent. Presented to an organization that makes a significant and sustainable impact on a local community, the awarded organization is nominated by a Bank associate and selected by a committee with the input of Parent. The seventh recipient of the Legacy Award is Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics, whose mission is to provide compassionate, affordable, and responsive healthcare to all. Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics also received a $3,000 grant, a promotional video, and they will be featured on a commemorative plaque in the Downtown Branch.

As the celebration drew to a close, Garufis thanked the deserving organizations and asserted, “There will be many more of these anniversaries and celebrations. On behalf of our associates and our Board of Directors, thank you for joining us in our commitment to make the communities we serve better places to live and work. We know that we would not be able to do what we do without each of you and the inspiring work you do!”

Please join the Bank in celebrating their 51st anniversary and in recognizing the 2026 Anniversary Grants recipients: Angels Foster Care of Santa Barbara; ASAP Cats; Bethania Preschool and After School Program; Breast Cancer Resource Center; Bunny Brigade; Cottage Children’s Medical Center; Cruzin’ For Life; Grace Fisher Foundation; Royal Theater Production; and Standing Together to End Sexual Assault. To watch a video of each Anniversary Grant promotional video, visit montecito.bank/Anniversary-Grants.

Montecito Bank & Trust is the oldest and largest locally owned community bank in the Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Founded in 1975, the bank celebrated its 51st anniversary on March 17, 2026, and operates 13 branch offices in Santa Maria, Solvang, Goleta, Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo and Westlake Village.

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ST THURSDAY is an evening of art and culture in downtown Santa Barbara that takes place on the first Thursday of each month. Participating art venues offer free access to art in a fun and social environment from 5-8pm. 1st Thursday venues also provide additional attractions, such as live music, artist receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. State St also comes

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Association. Artist of the Month is Bonny Butler. Also featuring Suemae Willhite, Charlotte Mullich, Paula Re, Maureen Murdock, Brendon Murdock, and Fred Lehto. There will also be a group exhibit featuring various artists.

16. Waterhouse Gallery • 1114 State Street #9 • The Gallery features figurative works, interiors, and cityscapes, by some of today’s finest nationally known local and Oak Group artists. Enjoy works by Ray Hunter, Derek Harrison. Wyllis Heaton, Camille Dellar, Ann Sanders, Thomas Van Stein, Nancy Davidson, Rick Garcia, Ellie Freudenstein, and Ralph Waterhouse.

and enjoy the perfect pairing of $2 oysters. It’s the ideal way to support local creatives, unwind after work, and soak up the heart of Santa Barbara’s arts scene, all under one stylish roof.

21. Game

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17. Fuzion Gallery & Boutique

• 1115 State Street • Fuzion Gallery & Boutique celebrates their GRAND REOPENING! Art reception starts at 5pm featuring local artist Chadillac Green. Living and creating in Santa Barbara, Chad’s vibrant Pop Art pieces pull inspiration from the bright colors of the 80’s, Pop Culture, and Hip-Hop. Enjoy live music, drinks, and more.

18. The Yes Store • 1015 State Street

• Come celebrate our 60 talented local artists while enjoying music, drinks, and treats! View our collection of Eileen Richardson’s 1980’s art pottery! A Santa Barbara artist whose work is in The Smithsonian Museum. Looking for locally handmade gifts or something special for yourself? Look no further than The Yes Store!

19. 3D Studio Gallery • 1011 State Street • Visit the privately owned art gallery by world-renowned 3D Pop Artist Charles Fazzino. Visit 3D Studio Gallery to experience the world of the Master of 3D Pop Art with a close-up look at his collection of intricate 3D masterpieces!

20. Finch & Fork | The Kimpton Canary Hotel • 31 W. Carrillo St. • Join us for 1st Thursday, where we transform our lobby into a vibrant mini-market featuring local jewelry makers and artisan vendors. Grab a drink from the bar, browse unique handcrafted pieces,

• Join us at Game Seeker for 1st Thursday Game Nights featuring local artist Raul Audelo. A long-standing board game hub, Game Seeker puts human connection in the heart of every experience. Our mission is bringing people together to create memories, strengthen community, and share the joy of games- welcoming all ages to the table.

22. SBIFF’s Santa Barbara Filmmaker Series

Brown and Indigenous communities in the central coast through vibrant illustrations.

25. Santa Barbara Historical Museum

• SBIFF’s Film Center, 916 State Street • Join us at the NEW Film Center every 1st Thursday for free screenings of short films by Santa Barbara filmmakers. Check sbiff.org/ sbfilmmakers for film info. Showtimes 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm, and 7pm. (showtimes subject to change)

23. Soul Sucker • 814 State Street STE 38

• CLAY-DAY! Handbuild ceramic plants with SampleHAUS @ 5:30PM and flower bud vases with SOULSUCKER @ 6:30PM. Live wheel-thrown pieces demonstrated by Personal Ceramics are being auctioned. Carr Vineyards & Winery is pouring vino. Sip & Shop new ceramic planters by SampleHAUS.

24. Paint at Paseo

• 651 Paseo Nuevo • Join us this month for a fun guided painting workshop with Santa Maria based illustrator, Helen Yanez. Originally from Michoacán, Mexico, her work serves as a tribute to her Mexican and Purépecha heritage. She celebrates the resilience of

• 136 E. De La Guerra St. • Join the Museum for Santa Barbara “Street Names” Bingo! Play for prizes while learning local history. All ages are welcome! Our latest exhibitions, The Gift: Recent Additions to Our Story and Ludmilla Pilat Welch: Serene Santa Barbara, along with our permanent galleries, will also be open for visitors.

26. Ablitt’s Fine Cleaners – Night at the Cleaners •

14 W. Gutierrez St. • Step inside Ablitt’s for a unique Art Walk experience celebrating textiles, sustainability, and craftsmanship. Watch as old garments are reimagined into new designs and see a guest designer create a one-of-a-kind piece using recycled materials. Contribute to our community fabric art wall! Discover how caring for clothing protects the planet.

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• Paint A Free Kite • 1100 Block of State Street • The Santa Barbara Kite Festival invites you to color and build your own kite! Color your kite (free of charge, while supplies last) and get ready for the 40th Anniversary Santa Barbara Kite Festival 11am-4pm Sunday April 12th to the “Great Meadow” lawn next to the Garvin Theatre on the west campus of Santa Barbara City College. Festival staff will be on hand to help build kites and answer questions about kite flying and the festival. • LIVE on the 800 Block • 800 Block of State Street • Enjoy live local music on the 800 block of State Street! Each month features a different band, audience seating, and great vibes— perfect for relaxing between venues or before heading to the Entertainment District. Grab a bite from nearby

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CRISTIAN CARRARA | Red Ferrari

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PUCCINI | Capriccio Sinfonico

RESPIGHI | The Pines of Rome

Celebrate the 25th Annual Chumash Day

By Angel Miguel Lopez / Special to VOICE

WE OFTEN SEEK DANCE in the theatre, at the ballet, or in a concert hall, but we tend to forget that dance existed on this land long before the contemporary locations we utilize were constructed. Sometimes, we just need the chance to experience a change of perspective. For those looking for that opportunity—one to connect, learn, and experience Indigenous dance, culture, and community—there is an event just for you.

The 25th Annual Chumash Day, Native American Powwow and Intertribal Gathering will be hosted this weekend, from 10am to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday, March 28th and 29th, at Malibu Bluffs Park, on the unceded land of the Chumash, present day Malibu, California. The Chumash are the original residents and caretakers of the land from current day Malibu all the way to Paso Robles, including

what we today call Santa Barbara. The name Malibu originates from the Chumash word “Humaliwo”, which translates to “where the surf sounds loudly.”

“What powwows really do, I feel, is bring all Native people together, it builds camaraderie,” said Beverly Folkes, a Chumash and Tataviam elder who serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for the Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum and is an event organizer.

This family-friendly cultural festival will feature key speakers, performances, and ceremonies from tribes across the American Southwest. Members from the local Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians will travel to attend. There will also be Indigenous vendors, and of course, dancing, singing, and drumming. Dance composes an integral part of powwows, serving as outlets for solidarity, healing, socialization, and celebration.

side, they get to see the celebration and the pride.”

Prior to the passing of the 1978 American Indian Religious Freedom Act, powwows and other Native ceremonies were banned and illegal to conduct. In the current political moment, where freedoms for historically marginalized peoples are being threatened across the U.S., it is more important than ever to show up for our Indigenous neighbors.

“It is a learning experience for some of the newer generations,” said Folkes. “If we didn't have this, I think they would just learn about the Native people in a book in school, like a lot of people did. But this way, they get to see a different

After a year-long hiatus due to the Palisades and Eaton fires, Folks is appreciative to have the opportunity to host this event again in collaboration with the City of Malibu.

The ways we support Indigenous folks, specifically the one’s whose land we reside on, can be more fruitful than land acknowledgments. Support your local Indigenous vendors, learn the history of the land you reside on, and share knowledge of Chumash culture, art, dance, and fight for their continued existence. If you are looking for a place to do all of this and more, join the 25th Annual Chumash Day.

This community event is free and open to all. Event parking and shuttle service will be located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road. MalibuCity.org/ChumashDay

No Kings March in SB on March 28th

UNITING IN PROTEST WITH MILLIONS OF AMERICANS, Santa Barbara will join in the third No Kings National Day of Nonviolent Action on Saturday, March 28th. The event will begin at 11am with local nonprofits at Alameda Park, followed by a rally at 12:30pm, which will feature speeches by local political and community leaders. The event will end with a march to De La Guerra Plaza that will begin at about 2pm.

“Our community is mobilizing to push back against President Trump’s violent, authoritarian actions,” said Ian Paige, Vice President of Indivisible Santa Barbara, the principal organizer of this event. “We’re bringing together local residents from all walks of life to share a simple message: We don’t do dictators or kings in America.”

No Kings is a nonviolent movement that has already and continues to mobilize millions. Over five million people participated on June 14th, 2025, with numbers jumping to over seven million people joining to participate in over 2,700 events across all 50 states and the District of Columbia on October 18th, 2025.

Leaders anticipated to speak at Santa Barbara's rally on March 28th include U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal, Santa Barbara City Councilmember Wendy Santamaria, Sierra Club Santa Barbara Chair Katie Davis, 805 UndocuFund Rapid Response Organizer Cesar Vasquez, and The Fund for Santa Barbara Executive Director Eder Gaona-Macedo.

While Indivisible Santa Barbara serves as the event's primary host, local organizations acting as cosponsors include 805 Undocufund; CAUSE; Commit to Democracy; Democratic Women of Santa Barbara County; Immigrant Legal Defense Center; Indivisible Students for Civil Liberties (SBCC); Indivisible Isla Vista (UCSB); League of Women Voters; MICOP; Planned Parenthood California Central Coast; Santa Barbara County Democratic Party; Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network; Santa Barbara Women’s Political Committee; SB Resiste; Sierra Club; The Fund for Santa Barbara; The POD; and the Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara.

All No Kings events adhere to a shared commitment to nonviolent protest and community safety. There are over 2,000 No Kings events scheduled nationwide for March 28th, with more being posted daily. To learn more visit NoKings.org

NY Phil String Quartet at Music Academy

EXPERIENCE AN INTIMATE, UNFORGETTABLE WEEKEND OF CONCERTS when the Music Academy of the West welcomes the New York Philharmonic String Quartet for a two-night residency as a part of its Mariposa Concert Series. Featuring Music Academy alum and teaching artist violist Cynthia Phelps, alum violinist Frank Huang, violinist Qianqian Li, and cellist Carter Brey, the quartet will perform a program of works by Mendelssohn and Schubert on Thursday, April 2nd at 7:30pm at Hahn Hall.

On Friday, April 3rd, Music Academy alum and 2026 Grammy-nominated pianist Han Chen will join the quartet for a dynamic, collaborative concert. The program will include Mozart's Duo No. 1 for Violin and Viola in G Major, K. 423, Brahms' Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34, and Dohnányi's Serenade for String Trio in C Major, Op. 10. The concert will begin at 7:30pm in Hahn Hall. Both performances will be preceded by a 6:30pm reception with wine and refreshments.

Community members and music lovers eager to learn from an expert are also invited to attend and observe a Piano Masterclass with Han Chen at 10am in Lehmann Hall. Specially organized for local Santa Barbara solo piano students, the Masterclass will not only give aspiring musicians the opportunity to learn from a critically-acclaimed pianist, but pull back the curtain on the training process for appreciative audience members.

These three events will conclude the current Mariposa Concert Series until the Music Academy's Summer Music Festival begins in June.

For tickets to concerts ($65-80) or to the Saturday Masterclass ($10) visit musicacademy.org

From Cinema to Stream: Conservationists and Artists

Head to the Lobero Theatre

By Emily Myers

OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS GET READY, because fly-fishing is returning to the silver screen in Santa Barbara. At the Lobero Theater on March 31st, the Santa Barbara Flyfishers will host a screening of the iconic Robert Redford film A River Runs Through It, complete with an engaging panel discussion before the film.

The 1992 film was the gateway interaction for many modern fly fishers, as the film’s meditative and bucolic depiction of fly fishing was the jolt many curious spectators needed to become active participants in the sport. The decade following the release of the film saw the number of anglers in the country double, with the rising number of participants also increasing the number of outfitters and guiding services nationally, as well as a boom in the apparel and gear businesses. While the film was a crucial turning point for garnering interest in fly-fishing it also proved vital for a resurgence of public interest in conservation efforts across the country.

Originally adapted from a semi-autobiographical Norman Maclean novella by the same name, A River Runs Through It follows a young Norman Maclean (Craig Sheffer) as he navigates life in early 1900s Montana alongside his wayward brother Paul (Brad Pitt). With a reverend father (Tom Skerrit) delivering life lessons that liken fly-fishing to religious sermon, the brothers face the hardships and highlights of adult life, never far from the centering presence of the Blackfoot River and the fly line that connects them.

The pre-movie on-stage panel discussion will give insight into the effects of the film on the sport and the present-day status of the fly-fishing industry, along with triumphs and hurdles of modern conservation efforts. Panelists include lead actor from the film and conservationist Tom Skerritt; Chairman of Outlaw Partners, Montana, Eric Ladd; author and journalist John Maclean, son of Norman Maclean; and rounded out by Kayeloni Scott, Executive Director of the Columbia/Snake River Campaign. The panel will be moderated by President & CEO of Trout Unlimited, Chris Wood.

General admission tickets include the pre-movie panel discussion and film screening. For a more in-depth experience guests can purchase a VIP ticket that includes the VIP “First Look” Reception, which will preview a new film project by Tom Skerritt. VIP tickets also include a chance to meet the panelists during a reception with wines from local Santa Ynez Valley winery Eislynn Wines. All donations from the event go to the Santa Barbara Flyfishers to support initiatives in conservation and education, including the generational program to “Save Santa Barbara Steelhead."

Tickets available at the Lobero box office: lobero.org/events/flyfishers2026

Why Start a War?

“The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.7 percent in February, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Final demand prices moved up 0.5 percent in January and 0.4 percent in December 2025. (See table A.) On an unadjusted basis, the index for final demand rose 3.4 percent for the 12 months ended in February, the largest 12- month advance since increasing 3.4 percent in February 2025.” BLS.gov

By Harlan Green, Special to VOICE

March 18, 2026

WHY START A WAR when President Trump’s tariffs are already raising the cost of everything? Because “The United States is the largest Oil Producer in the World, by far, so when oil prices go up, we make a lot of money,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social last week.

Who makes a lot of money?

Most Americans could be losing a lot of money over the sudden rise in energy prices it is precipitating, but not his family and oil buddies, obviously.

His thoughtless remarks have put him in a bind, which is why he is lashing out at allies and enemies alike because they don’t want to fix the damage he is causing.

Right now the damage is the boost it has given to wholesale inflation. The Producer Price Index for wholesale goods, imported goods in the main, is climbing again.

And the tariff question is far from settled with the Trump administration required to pay back much of the $1.4 billion in tariffs that were illegal, according to the Supreme Court.

We add to that the resignation of Joe Kent,

Trump’s top counterterrorism appointment, who said Trump attacked Iran because Netanyahu told him to, not because of some imminent danger. The former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center said “I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran. Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation”.

ECONOMIC VOICE

By Harlan Green

So with the Strait of Hormuz closed that is choking off 20 percent of the world’s oil supply from going anywhere, the PPI wholesale cost of things is now the highest since February 2025.

This is probably why Fed Chair Powell announcement after Wednesday’s FOMC meeting that there was little chance of more than one rate cut in 2026, and maybe even a rate hike if Trump can’t stop the bombing and find a way to call the bombing campaign a victory. He must also find a way to open the Strait of Hormuz, of course.

The Federal Reserve stuck to its guns that one interest-rate cut this year was likely, but stressed conflict in the Middle East made its forecast uncertain. The Fed

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voted eleven to one to leave its key rate unchanged in the range of 3.5 percent to 3.75 percent.

The Fed Governors also predicted overall GDP growth of 2.4 percent in 2026, even though Q4 2025 Real GDP growth slowed to just 0.7 percent. So I don’t understand the Fed’s optimism over economic growth.

The real culprit behind slowing GDP growth is less consumer spending. Fewer consumers are holding jobs for starters, and essentials like gas and electricity prices are soaring because of the Iran war as well as the tariffs.

So, the Fed wants to lower rates further to encourage more hires but rising inflation is holding them back. And Powell at his press conference said that conditions would have to be much worse for signs of stagflation such as occurred in the 1970s with the OPEC oil embargo.

Powell and the Fed Governors were surprisingly upbeat about our economic future, which is strange when Trump has started a war he never really planned or adequately prepared for.

Harlan Green © 2026 Follow Harlan Green on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HarlanGreen Harlan Green has been the 18-year Editor-Publisher of PopularEconomics.com, a weekly syndicated financial wire service. He writes a Popular Economics Weekly Blog. He is an economic forecaster and teacher of real estate finance with 30-years experience as a banker and mortgage broker. To reach Harlan call 805-452-7696 or email editor@populareconomics.com.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6212 Norma Welche

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6212

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA AMENDING SECTION 2.42.040, CHAPTER 9.160 AND CHAPTER 9.165, AND REPEALING CHAPTER 9.150 OF THE SANTA BARBARA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE, SINGLEUSE PLASTICS, AND SOLID WASTE REDUCTION.

Insertion Date: Print: 3.27.26 Norma Welche, City Admin

Digital included 3.25.26 8.0”x2 col; $76.48 • 3.25.26

The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council held on February 24, 2026.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6212 Norma Welche

The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, California.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6212

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA AMENDING SECTION 2.42.040, CHAPTER 9.160 AND CHAPTER 9.165, AND REPEALING CHAPTER 9.150 OF THE SANTA BARBARA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE, SINGLEUSE PLASTICS, AND SOLID WASTE REDUCTION.

(SEAL)

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council held on February 24, 2026.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6212

STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss. )

The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, California.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )

(SEAL)

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC

City Clerk Services Manager

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on February 10, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on February 24, 2026, by the following roll call vote:

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6212

STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )

AYES: Councilmembers Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy Santamaria, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse. NOES: None.

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss. )

ABSENT: Councilmember Eric Friedman. ABSTENTIONS: None.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on February 24, 2026.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on February 10, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on February 24, 2026, by the following roll call vote:

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on February 24, 2026.

AYES: Councilmembers Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy Santamaria, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse.

NOES: None.

/s/ Randy Rowse Mayor

ABSENT: Councilmember Eric Friedman.

ABSTENTIONS: None.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on February 24, 2026.

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on February 24, 2026.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6213 Norma Welche

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6213

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE THE SECOND AMENDMENT AFFORDABILITY CONTROL COVENANT IMPOSED ON REAL PROPERTY WITH TURNER LIGHTHOUSE L.P. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 518 – 524 WEST CANON PERDIDO STREET.

Insertion Date: Print: 3.27.26 Norma Welche, City Admin Digital included 3.25.26 8.0”x2 col; $76.48 • 3.25.26

The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council held on March 3, 2026.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6213 Norma Welche

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6213

The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, California.

(SEAL)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE THE SECOND AMENDMENT AFFORDABILITY CONTROL COVENANT IMPOSED ON REAL PROPERTY WITH TURNER LIGHTHOUSE L.P. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 518 – 524 WEST CANON PERDIDO STREET.

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council held on March 3, 2026.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6213

STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss. )

The publication of this ordinance is made pursuant to the provisions of Section 512 of the Santa Barbara City Charter as amended, and the original ordinance in its entirety may be obtained at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, Santa Barbara, California.

(SEAL)

/s/ Randy Rowse Mayor Insertion Date: Print: 3.27.26 Norma Welche, City Admin Digital included 3.25.26 8.0”x2

/s/ Randy Rowse Mayor

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on February 24, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on March 3, 2026, by the following roll call vote:

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6213

STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )

AYES: Councilmembers Eric Friedman, Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy Santamaria, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse.

NOES: None.

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) ss. )

ABSENT: None.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA )

ABSTENTIONS: None.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on February 24, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on March 3, 2026, by the following roll call vote:

IIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on March 3, 2026.

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on March 3, 2026.

AYES: Councilmembers Eric Friedman, Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy Santamaria, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

/s/ Randy Rowse Mayor

ABSTENTIONS: None.

IIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on March 3, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following Individual is doing business as RICH’S PERFORMANCE DIESEL; RICH’S PLUMBING; RICH’S MACHINE at 120 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427. RICHARD A DRAKE at PO Box 1900, Buellton, CA 93427. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on March 23, 2026. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2026-0000773. Published March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 2026.

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on March 3, 2026.

The following Limited Liability Company is doing business as BROOKLYN WEST LABS LLC at 2214 Channing Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. BROOKLYN WEST FILMS LLC at 2214 Channing Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on March 17, 2026. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2026-0000579. Published March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

The following Individual is doing business as FULL CYCLE BUSINESS PLANNING AND ACCOUNTING and FULL CYCLE ACCOUNTANTS at 1607 Mission Street Suite 216 Solvang, CA 93463. CHERILYNN GLIMP at PO Box 1051 Solvang, CA 93464. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on March 13, 2026. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2026-0000579. Published March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

The following Individual is doing business as FULL CYCLE BUSINESS PLANNING AND ACCOUNTING and FULL CYCLE ACCOUNTANTS at 1607 Mission Street Suite 216 Solvang, CA 93463. CHERILYNN GLIMP at PO Box 1051 Solvang, CA 93464. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on March 13, 2026. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2026-0000579. Published March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

The following Limited Liability Company is doing business as J1 PROPERTY SERVICES, LLC at 419 Glennora Way, Buellton, CA 93427. J1 PROPERTY SERVICES, LLC at 2108 N Street Suite N, Sacramento, CA 95818. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on March 10, 2026. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2026-0000579. Published March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2026.

CINEMA

CELEBRATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY of the iconic 1976 satire on American news media Network when the UCSB Carsey-Wolf Center hosts a free screening at 2pm on Saturday, April 4th at Pollock Theater.

UCSB professor Jason Ludwig will introduce the film.

To RSVP visit carseywolf.ucsb.edu

CINEMA EVENTS

Le Amiche • Screening of this 1955 Italian romance/drama with Italian Cultural Heritage Fdn of SB • Fe` Bland Forum, SBCC • Free • italianheritagesb.org• 3:15pm Sa, 3/28.

A River Runs Through It

• Panel discussing how this film impacted fly-fishing, followed by a screening. Panelists inlcude actor Tom Skerrit, conservationists, and writers • Lobero Theatre • Donationbased, $25+ recommended • lobero. org • 6:15pm Th, 3/31.

Lahaina: Voices of Change • Documentary screening presented by Archie Kalepa’s Lele Aloha, founded to help rebuild Lāhainā, followed by a panel discussion • Lobero Theatre • $45-250 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Fr, 4/3.

Network • 50th anniversary screening of Paddy Chayefsky’s 1976 satire about media and corporations directed, introduction by UCSB professor Jason Ludwig • UCSB’s Pollock Theatre • Free, reservation recommended • carseywolf.ucsb.edu • 2pm Sa, 4/4.

Reminders

Mar 27 - Apr 2

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Coffee Culture Fest

SHARE A CUP OF JOE WITH FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS at the first-ever Coffee Culture Fest from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, March 28th at the Marjorie Luke Theatre and on the Santa Barbara Junior High campus. Explore over 40 vendors, including regional coffee roasters and tea partners, as well as nonprofit organizations, artists, and local makers. Special events will be held throughout the day, including a Women’s Leadership Panel, Central Coast Latte Art Throwdown, and other educational workshops on coffee roasting and brewing. The festival is free and open to the public, with passes available that include a festival cup and tastings ($15 student, $30, VIP $60). To learn more visit coffeeculturefest.com

805-453-1139

www.comefromyourheart.com

Friday 3/27

CHILDREN

Read with a Dog • Children practice reading to a furry friend • Central Library • Free • 3:30-4:30pm Fr.

COMEDY

Intro to Improv • Blind Fitness and SB Improv’s beginner friendly workshop designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision •

Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara, Parish Hall • $10, RSVP required • blindfitness.org • 5pm Fr, 3/27.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

Botanical Printing Workshop

• Latifat Apatira leads a hands-on art nature printing and watercolor workshop • SBMNH in The Living Print exhibit • $100-120 • sbnature.org • 4:30pm Fr, 3/27 & 10am Sa, 3/28.

Jay Blakesberg • Slideshow and storytelling presentation about his 48 years photographing the Grateful Dead • Alcazar Theatre • $25-65 • thealcazar.org • 7:30pm Fr, 3/27.

Return to Vitality • Dr. Julie Taguchi discusses women’s hormones and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) • Organic Soup Kitchen Distribution Center (for the first 30 attendees), Additional attendees join over Zoom, registration required • paybee.io • 4pm Fr, 3/27.

Spring Renewal Vision Board Gathering • Bring journals, pens, and images for vision board creating • Paradise Found • $44 • paradisefoundsb.com • 6pm Fr, 3/27.

MUSIC

Brazilian Jazz • Guitarist/vocalist Teka and Brian Mann on accordion • The Grand on State • 7-10pm Fr, 3/27. Everclear • 90s alternative rock performance • Solvang Festival Theater • $124-135 • solvangtheaterfest.org • 7pm Fr, 3/27.

The Band Perry • Country rock band performance • Chumash Casino Resort • $40-70 • chumashcasino.com • 8pm Fr, 3/27.

OUTDOORS

SBC Courthouse Docent Tours • Free • www.sbcourthouse.org • 10:30am Mon-Fri & 2pm daily.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Santa Barbara Poetry Series

Reading • by David Oliveira and Laure-Anne Bosselaar • Central Library, Fireplace Room • Free • 5:30pm Fr, 3/27.

Bella Italia

TAKE A MUSICAL VACATION TO ITALY as the Santa Barbara Symphony presents Bella Italia, an all-Italian program of Vivaldi, Puccini, Respighi, and the U.S. premiere of Cristian Carrara’s Red Ferrari Accordion concerto. Performances will be held at 7:30pm on Saturday, March 28th and at 3pm on Sunday, March 29th. For tickets ($45-198) visit thesymphony.org

OSB Moonlight Masquerade

Gala • Fine dining, wine, and performances by Opera Santa Barbara’s world-class singers and State Street Ballet • Rosewood Miramar Beach, Chandelier Ballroom • $60020000 • operasb.org • 6pm Fr, 3/27.

Proud Youth Prom • Prom night for LGBTQ+ youth and allies ages 12–17, featuring DJ Darla Bea • Venue details shared after registration • Free, registration required • pacificpridefoundation.org • 6pm Fr, 3/27.

Saturday 3/28

CHILDREN

Crafternoon • Fun crafts, ages 5+ • Explore Ecology Makerspace • $8 • exploreecology.org • 10am-12pm, Sat.

Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages • Free w/ admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

COMEDY

South Coast Stand-Up Comedy

• Alcazar Theatre • $15 • thealcazar. org • 7pm Sa, 3/28.

BIG CHANGES COMING in 2026

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

Figure Drawing Workshop • Introduction to methods for drawing the human form • Community Art Worshop • $70 • ericsaintgeorges.com • 8:30am Sa, 3/28.

Women Who Changed the Image

• Women’s history talk with artist Toni Scott • Elevate Gallery, La Cumbre Plaza • Free-$20 • 2pm Sa, 3/28.

Channel Islands Restoration Docent Training • informational meeting and walk • San Marcos Foothills Preserve entrance on Via Gaitero Road • Registration required • cirweb.org • 10am Sa, 3/28.

Santa Barbara Go Club • All levels welcome to learn this ancient game • Free • Mosaic Locale, 1131 State St • 805-448-5335 • 11am-3pm Sa.

MUSIC

Classic Jazz • Miles Julian Quartet followed by Colin Richardson & Brian Mann • The Grand on State • 6-11pm Sa, 3/28.

Bella Italia • Santa Barbara Symphony presents Italian classics from Vivaldi, Puccini, and Respighi, featuring Hanzhi Wang on accordion • Granada Theatre • $45-198 • granadasb.org • 7:30pm Sa, 3/28 & 3pm Su, 3/29.

Brian Kinsella Band • Acoustic guitar performance • Cold Spring Tavern • 1:30pm Sa, 3/28.

Booker T. Jones • Blues and R&B performance • Lobero Theatre • $50115 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Sa, 3/28.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

A Year in the Life of North American Woodpeckers

MARVEL AT THE BEAUTY of North America’s 41 species of woodpeckers when the Santa Barbara Audubon Society hosts photographer and author Paul Bannick for a talk about woodpeckers’ habitats, behaviors, and what we can do to protect them in the SB Museum of Natural History’s Fleischmann Auditorium at 7pm on Tuesday, March 31st. For tickets ($5) visit sbnature.org

OUTDOORS

The Architectural Walking Tour

• History of buildings in SB • City Hall steps at De la Guerra Plaza • $20 • afsb.org • 10am, Sat.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Coffeee Culture Festival •

Booths from local and regional roasters, workshops, interactive art, and live music • Marjorie Luke Theatre • $15-500 • coffeeculturefest. com • 9am to 3pm Sa, 3/28.

No Kings Protest • Community nonviolent protest with speakers and march • Meet at Alameda Park • 11am-3pm Sa, 3/28.

Sunny Smiles Dentistry Event • Facepainting and temporary tattoos • Sea Center on Stearns Wharf • Free-$17 • sbnature.org • 10am to 1pm Sa, 2/28.

SBPL x SBMA Teen Art pARTy

• Learn from and work with artist Carlos Bardales to create clay year of the fire horse sculptures • Lobby of the Central Library • Free, registration required • sbma.net • 3:30pm Sa, 3/28.

Transgender Day of Visibility Celebration •

Featuring art, dinner, music from award-winning singer-songwriter and transgender activist Ryan Cassata, community speakers, and dancing • Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara • sbtan.org • 4pm to 10pm Sa, 3/28.

Sunday 3/29

CHILDREN

Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages • Free w/ admission • SBNature.org

OUTDOORS

Sunday Architecture Tour • Meet at Public Library Plaza at 40 E Anapamu St • Architectural Fdn of SB • $20 • afsb.org • 10am Sun.

SPECIAL EVENTS

School Book Fair • 25% of all purchases donated to Beit Hayeladim Preschool • Chaucer’s Books • 2pm to 4pm We, 3/29.

Monday 3/30

CHILDREN

Spring Camp: Japanese Ceramics, Painting, & Prints • Teaches basic pottery for ages 7-12 • SBMA’s Art Studio at The Downtown Club • $350-400 • sbma.net • 9am to 3pm Mo, 3/30 through Fr, 4/3.

Lego Party • Get creative with Legos or try a challenge • Central Library • Free • 1-4pm Mo, 3/30.

Baby & Me • Develop your baby’s preliteracy skills, 0-14 months • Central Library • Free • 11-11:30am Mo.

• 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

Sundays at the Ranch • Fun for the family. Enjoy barn animals and tractor rides • Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • goletahistory.org • 11am-2pm Sun.

DANCE

Peña Flamenca la Maria • Partake in lively, improvisational dance with Flamenco! Santa Barbara • SB Historical Museum • $12-20 • sbhistorical.org • 6:30pm Su, 3/29.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

Tom Junod & Amy Wallace • Junod discusses his memoir In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a Man • Godmother’s Books • $23 • godmothers.com • 6pm Su, 3/29.

Empathy Cafe • Practice communication and listening skills • Riviera Theatre, upstairs • Free • 11am-1pm Su.

MUSIC

Los Inquietos Del Norte • Regional Mexican band, featuring Los Caimanes De Sinalor, and Rancho El Aguaje • Earl Warren Showgrounds • $79 • eventmania.com • 1pm to 8pm Su, 3/29.

Teresa Russell • Blues and rock guitar player • Cold Spring Tavern • 1:30pm Su, 3/29.

Spring Chamber Ensembles

Concert • Deane Chapel, Westmont College • Free • 3pm Su, 3/29.

Genna Eberhard’s Half Recital • Student concert • Deane Chapel, Westmont College • Free • 7pm Su, 3/29.

and RSVP: bridgewebs.com/sbbc542

MUSIC

Keb’ Mo’ • Blues songwriter and guitarist • Lobero Theatre • $60-132 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Mo, 3/30.

Tuesday 3/31

COMEDY

Carpinteria Improv Drop-In Class • Learn or practice skills • Alcazar Theatre • $10 • 7pm Tu.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

A Year in the Life of North American Woodpeckers • Talk by photographer Paul Bannick • SBMNH, Fleischmann Auditorium • $5 • sbnature.org • 7pm Tu, 3/31.

Embodied Arts Workshop Series • Guided movement and intuitive exploration • CEC’s Environmental Hub • Free, register: cecsb.org • 6:30pm Tu, 3/31.

Storytelling is the Revolution

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance • Free tax preparation service for SB County residents who make $67,000 or less a year • Eastside Library • Book an appt: calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 4-7pm Mo, 3/30.

Creative Cluster • Sarah Emma Ruth’s 12 week exploration of Julia Cameron’s Artist Way • Community Arts Workshop • $25-49 • sbcaw.org • 5:30 Mo, 3/30 through 4/20.

General Relativity Beats the Heart of a Dying Star • Joseph Farah discusses physics • SBMNH, Fleischmann Auditorium • Free • sbnature.org • 7pm Mo, 3/30.

Scrabble Club • Louise Lowry Davis Center • All levels/ English/ Spanish • Free • 1-4pm Mon.

Parliamo • Italian conversation, all levels • Natural Cafe, 361 Hitchcock Way • Free • parliamo.yolasite.com • 5-6:30pm Mon.

SB Bridge Club • Play bridge, meets daily • 2255 Las Positas Rd • Schedule

• Free poetry workshops for 18+ • Community Arts Workshop • RSVP: sbcaw.org • 5-7pm Tu & Th.

Chess Club • Louise Lowry Davis Center • All levels/ English/Spanish • Free • 1-4pm Tue.

MUSIC

An Evening of Jazz • Jazz trio • SBMA, Mary Craig Auditorium • $3040 • sbma.net • 5:30pm Tu, 3/31.

Wednesday 4/1

CHILDREN

Creator’s Club • Bilingual, weekly STEAM activity • Eastside Library • Free • 2-3pm We.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

Social Justice Book Club • Read texts exploring social justice issues • Central Library • Free, register: calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 5:30pm We, 4/1.

Junk Journaling Workshop

• Bring your own journal, papers, fabric scraps, and vintage ephemera

provided • EE Makerspace • $20 • exploreecology.org • 6pm We, 4/1.

Knitting & Crochet Club • Louise

Lowry Davis Ctr • All levels/English/ Spanish • Free • 9-11:30am Wed.

Le Cercle Français • Free French conversation, all levels • The Natural Cafe • https://tinyurl.com/5ejbd9ye • 5-6:30pm Wed.

MUSIC

Dallas Symphony Orchestra

• CAMA • Program of romantic masterpieces directed by Fabio Luisi, featuring pianist Hélène Grimaud • Granada Theatre • $20-145 • granadasb.org • 7:30pm We, 4/1.

Justin Hayward • Rock performance with a full band for his The Story In Your Eyes Tour, followed by a Q&A • Lobero Theatre • $79-249 • lobero.org • 7:30pm We, 4/1.

Open Jam • At Revolver Pizza. Jam with musicians • 1429 San Andres St • Free • revolversb.com • 6-9pm Wed.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Santa Rosa Island Day Trip

• SB Botanic Garden excursion • Departure from Ventura Harbor • $185-200 • sbbotanicgarden.org • 7:15am to 6pm We, 4/1.

Thursday 4/2

CHILDREN

Imagine That: Villains Party

• Craft your nefarious persona with masks, karaoke, and more • Central Library • Free • 3-5pm Th, 4/2.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

How to Use Your Smartphone 101 • Hands-on, 3 week series • Central Library • Free, registration required: calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 4:30-6:30pm Th, 4/2-4/16.

Theatre

Somebody to Love

GROOVE ALONG TO A NEW JUKEBOX MUSICAL full of ‘70s rock hits that follows four college friends determined to change the world as Rubicon Theatre Company presents Somebody to Love at the Rubicon Theatre through April 19th. For tickets ($30-105) visit rubicontheatre.org

The Play That Goes Wrong • An comedy of planned disasters • Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks • $80+ • 5startheatricals.com • Through 3/29.

Bodies Unbound • One-woman play by Cynthia Waring • Fine Line Gallery, La Cumbre Plaza • Pay what you can, suggested $20+ • RSVP: cynthiawaring22@gmail.com • 2pm Sa, 3/28.

A Night with Janis Joplin • Ensemble Theatre Company presents Mary Bridget Davies as Janis Joplin in a rock and roll celebration • The New Vic • $25-104 • ensembletheatre.com • 7:30pm We, 4/1 previews begin; opening night 8pm Sa, 4/4. Through 4/26.

Somebody To Love • A new jukebox musical • Rubicon Theatre • $30-155 • rubicontheatre.org • Through 4/19.

The Cemetery Club • Three friends have tea at their husbands’ graves • Ojai Art Center Theater • $20-25 • ojaiact.org • 7:30pm Fridays & Saturdays, 2pm Sundays; Fr, 3/27 through 4/19.

Happily Ever After or Else! • Fairytale characters rebel against their stories • Alcazar Theatre • $5-7 • thealcazar.org • 3pm Su, 3/29Tu, 3/31 and We, 4/1-Fr, 4/3.

Auditions for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical • Grades 7-12 • Ojai Youth Entertainers Studio, sign up: oyespresents.org • Fr 3/27-3/29.

Pontius Pilate: The Lost Gospel • Examine a complex historic figure, performed by Maxwell Caulfield • The Ojai Underground, 616 Pearl Street, Ojai • $40-75 • OjaiTheater.org • 7pm Fr, 4/3 & Sa, 4/4.

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Knit ‘n’ Needle • Fiber arts club • Montecito Library • Free • 2pm Th.

MUSIC

Donavon Frankenreiter: Ask Me

Anything Tour • Folk and blues concert, audience members can hear stories and ask questions between songs • Lobero Theatre • $40100 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Th, 4/2.

New York Philharmonic String Quartet • Renowned quartet playing Schubert & Mendelssohn • Hahn Hall • $65-80 • musicacademy.org • 7:30pm Th, 4/2.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Souper Bloom Soup Social • Evening of soups, live music, raffle • Organic Soup Kitchen • $45 • organicsoupkitchen.org • 4pm Th, 4/2.

School Book Fair • 25% of all purchases will be donated to the Knox School • Chaucer’s Books • 5pm to 7pm Th, 4/2.

Friday 4/3

CHILDREN

Pokemon Battle Party • Bring your cards to trade or play with other Pokemon Masters • Central Library • Free • 2-4pm Fr, 4/3.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOP

Tai Chi at the Garden • With Master Yun • SB Botanic Garden • $10-15 • sbbotanicgarden.org • 9am Fr, 4/3.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance • Free tax preparation service for SB County residents who make $67,000 or less a year • Eastside Library • Book an appt: calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 4-7pm Fr, 4/3.

MUSIC

New York Philharmonic String Quartet, Night 2 • With Grammy nominated pianist Han Chen • Hahn Hall • $65-80 • musicacademy.org • 7:30pm Fr, 4/3.

Los Rieleros del Norte • Regional Mexican music • Chumash Casino • chumashcasino.com • $55-80 • 8pm Fr, 4/3.

Saturday 4/4

CHILDREN

The Great Egg Hunt • Egg hunt for ages 0-5 and 6+ • Elings Park • Free, registration required: elingspark.org • 9:30am-3pm Sa, 4/4.

Easter Bunny • Easter Bunny visit, egg hunt, visit chicks & bunnies • Montecito Country Mart • Free • 11am-2pm Sa, 4/4.

Crafternoon • Fun crafts, ages 5+ • Explore Ecology Makerspace • $8 • exploreecology.org • 10am-12pm, Sat.

Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages, free w/admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

LECTURES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

Nature & Forest Therapy • Guided Naturebased integrative mindfulness practice instructed

by Elena Rios • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden • $20-35 • sbbotanicgarden.org • 8:30am Sa, 4/4.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance • Free tax preparation service for SB County residents who make $67,000 or less a year • Eastside Library • Book an appt: calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 9am-1pm Sa, 4/4.

Community Propagation Workshops

• Hands-on native plant workshops • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Backcountry • Free, reservation recommended • sbbotanicgarden.org • 10:30am to 12pm Sa, 4/4 & Su, 4/5.

MUSIC

Piano Masterclass • Watch pianist Han Chen mentor local students • Lehmann Hall • $10 • musicacademy.org • 10am Sa, 4/4.

The Unaccompanied Miners • Cold Springs Tavern • Free • 1:30-4:30pm Sa, 4/4.

Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips • Folk rock performance • Lobero Theatre • $55115 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Sa, 4/4.

OUTDOORS

Twilight Tour • Self-guided through the Lotusland Garden • Ganna Walska Lotusland • $40-80 • lotusland.org • 4:30pm Sa, 4/4.

The Architectural Walking Tour • History of buildings in SB • City Hall steps at De la Guerra Plaza • $20 • afsb.org • 10am, Sat.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Archive-Library Open House • Explore the collection • Santa Bárbara Mission ArchiveLibrary • Free • 9:30am-12:30pm Sa, 4/4.

Farmer and the Flea • Shop local makers and chefs • El Presidio • 10am-3pm Sa, 4/4.

Sunday 4/5

CHILDREN

Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages • Free w/ admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

Sundays at the Ranch • Fun for the family. Enjoy barn animals and tractor rides • Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • goletahistory.org • 11am-2pm Sun.

MUSIC

Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan • Guitar and harmonica blues • Cold Springs Tavern • Free • 1:30-4:30pm Su, 4/5.

OUTDOORS

Sunday Architecture Tour • Meet at Public Library Plaza at 40 E Anapamu St • Architectural Fdn of SB • $20 • afsb.org • 10am Sun.

UCSB Student Government Passes Resolution with CALPIRG Students in Support of Expanding Marine Protections

Submitted by CALPIRG Students

CALPIRG STUDENTS AT UC SANTA BARBARA SHOWED UP to Associated Students’ weekly senate meeting on March 7th to witness the passing of a new resolution. After going through its relevant committees, a resolution in support of expanding Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) off of California’s coast came to a vote.

“Having literally gone door to door out in Santa Barbara and talking to folks about this a year ago, this is genuinely the most critical time for this campaign” said Sierra Ferrante, former CALPIRG state board chair and UCSB student.

On May 5th and 6th, the California Fish and Game Commission is hosting a public hearing in Santa Barbara to review petitions that affect California’s MPA network. Some could increase the

amount of MPAs, others could reduce the amount of protections we have.

In the audience, members of CALPIRG came to show their support. They sported a variety of signs, each with different words but all the same message: We need to protect our coast.

“It’s clear that protecting our oceans is something that our students care about deeply,” said Alex Borgas, CALPIRG Protect our Oceans Campaign Coordinator and UCSB student.

Ultimately, the resolution passed unanimously, 14-0. And as per the text of the resolution itself, copies of it will be distributed to multiple California agencies and officials to show that the students at UCSB want to see our oceans protected.

calpirgstudents.org

Apples to Zucchini Cooking School

Now at First Presbyterian Church

A NONPROFIT DEDICATED TO BUILDING CONFIDENCE, CONNECTION, AND COMMUNITY through cooking, Apples to Zucchini Cooking School is continuing to offer programming at its new location at the kitchen at First Presbyterian Church of Santa Barbara. Announced earlier this year, the new location and partnership has supported Apples to Zucchini’s efforts to expand afterschool programs, community classes, and special events.

“We’re delighted to welcome Apples to Zucchini into our kitchen and into our church community,” said Rev. Ann Conklin, Pastor at First Presbyterian Church. “Their work brings people together across generations, and we see this partnership as a beautiful extension of our mission to serve and nourish our neighbors.” Visit atozcookingschool.org

Music Academy of the West Announces New Artistic Leadership

AHEAD OF ITS 2026 SUMMER FESTIVAL, the Music Academy of the West has appointed two new artistic leaders: Conor Hanick will serve as the Academy’s inaugural Creative & Artistic Advisor, and Indigo Fischer has been appointed Vice President of Artistic Planning. musicacademy.org

CONOR HANICK has served as Head of Solo Piano at the Music Academy of the West since 2019. A Grammynominated artist, Hanick is also a member of the American Modern Opera Company and a faculty member at the CUNY Graduate Center, Mannes College, and The Juilliard School. In his new role of Creative & Artistic Advisor, Hanick will focus on supporting the Academy’s Summer Music Festival & School and year-round activity, while helping design initiatives for the Academy’s 80th Anniversary. He will also provide expertise for the Academy’s planned downtown Music Education Center.

INDIGO FISCHER has been a member of the Music Academy of the West team since 2021. As Vice President of Artistic Planning, she will guide the artistic programming of the Summer Music Festival & School as well as yearround engagement. An award-winning flutist, Fischer’s background includes performance degrees from the University of Colorado Boulder and The University of Texas at Austin. With a track record of innovative programming and a commitment to community partnerships and audience development, Fischer will help shape experiences that are distinctive, mission-aligned, and meaningful for artists and audiences alike.

Nathan Schafer Wins Westmont Guild Prize

NATHAN SCHAFER, a violinist from Highland, CA, was declared the winner of the Westmont Music Department’s 14th annual Guild Scholarship Competition on March 7th, earning the $15,000 annual Guild Scholarship. Schafer began studying violin at the age of five. He studies with Sam Fischer at the Colburn Community School of Performing Arts, and has been a member of the Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra since 2022. He performs with the Colburn School’s Ed and Mari Edelman Chamber Music Institute Honors Program as 2nd violinist of the Aslan Quartet, coached by violinist Moni Simeonov. He was a member of the Concertmaster Studio at the Brevard Music Center Summer Institute and Festival last summer. westmont.edu

Knight Real Estate Group Names Mike Day Director of Operations

Mike Day

MIKE DAY will serve as Director of Operations for Knight Real Estate Group, an affiliate of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. Day brings nearly 30 years of real estate industry experience to the role, along with a strong background in technology and operational leadership. In his position with Knight Real Estate Group, he will oversee team operations, marketing systems, and business infrastructure while also working directly with buyers and sellers throughout the county. Before joining Knight Real Estate Group, Day began his career in the appraisal field, holding licenses in both California and Hawaii. He later moved into the technology sector with AppFolio, where he served as Director of Customer Success and later as Vice President of Customer Care. knightrealestategroup.com

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Want to feel more loved? Forget changing yourself. Change conversation.

Two psychologists offer sciencebacked framework on how to improve relationships

message is different: Feeling loved is more — much more — about you (and your mindset) than about trying to persuade the other person that you are worthy.

By Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis , Book Excerpt printed,

March 19, 2026

Excerpted from “How to Feel Loved: The Five Mindsets That Get You More of What Matters Most” by Sonja Lyubomirsky ’89 and Harry Reis.

“Just be yourself.” It’s a cliché we’ve all heard before, maybe even rolled our eyes at. But when you’re in a relationship or friendship where you’re not feeling as loved as you’d like to feel, what does that expression actually mean? We’ve suggested that many people aren’t being themselves: Instead of showing themselves, they show off themselves. Yet herein lies both a paradox and a blessing. The paradox is that feeling loved is earned not through achieving perfection but through presenting more of your full self — your values, experiences, quirks, and dreams, even the small, unpolished details of your daily life. Sharing your struggles and imperfections can build connection, too, but feeling loved isn’t just about revealing your flawed, imperfect self — it’s about revealing what truly matters to you.

Yet people often behave in ways that work against feeling loved: They hide their deepest thoughts, emotions, flaws, and past misbehaviors because they are afraid of what others might think, or they fear being embarrassed or exploited. Paradoxically, the more you hide your innermost self and the less of yourself you reveal to others, the harder it is to feel truly loved and valued by the significant people in your life. This is a principle strongly supported not only by anecdotal evidence but also by relationship science.

Moreover, when you focus on how you are coming across to others, your attention is drawn to what you are doing — for instance, trying to say just the right thing, while doing your best to make sure your shortcomings are hidden, so that you are seen as witty or attractive or brilliant. Ironically, this approach to relationships puts your attention in exactly the wrong place. You’ll find that you actually make the best impression when you focus your attention on the other person.

To be clear, feeling loved doesn’t hinge on oversharing or baring your soul to just anyone. It doesn’t mean unloading your trials and tribulations in the first five minutes after meeting. It means selectively and progressively revealing parts of yourself in a way that fosters genuine connection.

The blessing is that showing your full self is fully within your control. In fact, it’s a lot easier than contorting yourself into someone else’s ideal image. Many people believe that in order to feel more loved, they must persuade others to love them more — as if they were trying to sell someone a new car. Years of empirical studies and observation suggest that this approach is ineffective. That’s why our

It’s worth noting that unveiling the complexity of your multifaceted “true” self will almost always leave you feeling vulnerable because you are exhibiting your true colors and risking losing the other person’s regard. However, vulnerability is not the goal; it is simply a necessary preliminary step. Ironically, showing weakness will make room for you to feel genuinely loved because you’ll finally be confident that the other person is appreciating and loving the real you. (Otherwise, whatever love or admiration they express will ring hollow.) To paraphrase Nobel Prize winner André Gide: It is better to be known for what you are than to be loved for what you are not. Humility and authenticity and a caring interest in others create the conditions for you to feel fully known.

In summary, then, three things have to happen for you to feel loved:

1. You have to share the complexity of your

full, multifaceted self — both your strengths and your contradictions — with the other person. (No, this isn’t as simple as saying, “Let me tell you everything.”)

2. The other person has to notice what you’ve shared.

3. The other person has to care about what you’ve shared.

How do you increase the chances that the other person will notice and care? The answer is simple — you go first! That means you first need to notice and care — to show curiosity — about their multifaceted self. It may seem counterintuitive initially, but in order to create a context for sharing more of yourself, you need to focus not on yourself but on your conversation partner. You encourage them to notice and care about your full self by first noticing and caring about their full self. To feel loved by them, you begin by making them feel loved by you.

This step begins a back-and-forth process that we call the Relationship Sea-Saw. Imagine yourself and the person you wish to feel more loved by sitting on a seesaw submerged under water (hence, the deliberate spelling of SeaSaw). Only parts of your multilayered selves are visible above the surface — these are the aspects you feel safe to share, the parts that the other person sees and loves when they tell you that they love you.

However, consider what happens when you give the other person your undivided attention — when you approach them with curiosity, listen deeply to their response, and bring to the interaction genuine warmth and an appreciation for their multidimensional self. By doing so, you help lift their self a bit higher out of the water, making more of their true self visible. When they feel truly seen, valued, and accepted — not just for their best qualities but for their whole richly textured self — they will also feel more loved by you than ever before.

Continuing with this metaphor, by pressing down, you are placing the full weight of your attention on the other person, lifting them up. As the focus shifts to them, your own

self becomes temporarily more submerged. Essentially, you’re holding them up and providing them support, you’re creating the conditions that make it possible for them to open up, to be fully known, and to feel safe in revealing more of who they truly are.

Importantly, this step of lifting the other person higher isn’t a sacrifice — it’s simply a stage in a cycle. When the other person experiences the security of being deeply understood and accepted, they’re likely to reciprocate. They, too, may express curiosity in you and listen to you more attentively and warmly, embracing your full complexity with an open heart. In doing so, they help lift more of your full self above the surface, enabling more of you to be seen, understood, and valued. In this way, the act of truly knowing and loving someone else becomes the very thing that opens the door for you to feel truly known and loved in return. It’s a virtuous cycle of connection: The more connection is experienced, the more love, as well as the greater curiosity about and care for each other, is felt.

If you don’t feel loved enough, we have a profound and empowering message for you: Feeling loved is not out of your control. For some, it will require a radical shift in how you orient toward conversations with loved ones. For others, it will simply call for more practice of that muscle that enables you to deeply know another person and become deeply known by them.

Because the secret to feeling more loved is not about changing yourself or about changing the other person — it’s about changing the conversation.

© 2026 by Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis. Reprinted courtesy of Harper Books, an imprint of HarperCollins. Available wherever books are sold.

Printed with permission: Harvard Gazette online article, March 19, 2026

March 30th to May 1st, 2026

Our Living Planet

A Plastic Wrap: It’s On Me by Erica Huff Consisting of a plastic sewn coat with various size pockets. In the pockets I placed consumed plastic containers to remind myself that what I consume is “on me and on me alone.

The Living Print

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Capturing Nature, From Nature

By Daisy Scott / VOICE

ECOGNIZING OUR WORLD AS A CANVAS on which flora, fauna, and vistas act as living stamps, The Living Print sparks awe from the moment you enter the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History’s Courtyard Gallery.

Ranging from delicate botanical arrangements to an impressive, lifesized print of a giant squid, this interactive exhibit spotlights four contemporary printmakers who each use centuries-old artistic techniques to reflect nature’s beauty by pressing their subject directly onto the page.

The result is, in the words of Exhibits

Director Melinda Morgan-Stowell, “a different, deconstructed look at art.”

“You wouldn’t think of using—or most of us wouldn’t—a fish to create an artwork!” she laughed. “It's been a real education for me in terms of how these works are created.”

The Living Print takes visitors on a tour from the ocean’s depths to the familiar chaparral views of Santa Barbara County. Artist Dwight Hwang, who practices gyotaku, the traditional Japanese art of fish printing, reveals the intricacies of fins and scales by brushing fish with ink. An impressive octopus print transforms tentacles into a calligrapher’s dream.

17-foot-long squid is the result of a similar technique, presenting viewers with the opportunity to witness the real scale and magnitude of this deep-sea wonder. In a playful move, Yamamoto has painted in the squid’s pupil the image of its primary predator: the sperm whale.

The remainder of the gallery explores the pastoral. Sara Woodburn’s prints of regional landscapes catch the eye with their vibrant colors and textures, the product of her woodcut and Japanese Mokuhanga printmaking methods. Artist Latifat Apatira gently brushes specimens of California plants with ink before capturing their likeness on paper, continuing the longheld traditions of botanists that came before.

Collectively, the exhibit inspires wonder and appreciation for not only the natural world, but how contemporary artists can utilize storied techniques to achieve new heights of creative reflection.

creating their own relief prints.

Mineo Yamamoto’s print of a

“Latifat’s whole thing is botanical advocacy, she wants people to see the plants as they haven't seen them before, so that's the beauty of her work,” said Morgan-Stowell. “And with Dwight, it's for marine creatures with the same thing, and with Sarah for our local vistas; I will never look at those areas quite the same again because of the way she's depicted them.

Beyond its wall displays, The Living Print engages viewers with experiential and multimedia displays, including a video showcasing the artists’ techniques that plays on a loop. In the center of the gallery, a semi-open partition surrounds tables stocked with crayons, colored pencils, and an assortment of plant materials so that visitors of all ages can try their hand at

“The really cool thing to see is that we have visitors who use the space very differently,” said MorganStowell. “We have folks who come in because it's a quiet, comfortable space, they can sit down, they can look at the artwork, they can just relax. We have young families who bring their kids in for the coloring exercises, and we have folks who watch the videos and are learning more about the techniques.”

Adding to engagement efforts, artist Latifat Apatira will visit the museum to host two botanical printing workshops, running from 4:30 to 7:30pm on Friday, March 27th and from 10am to 1pm on Saturday, March 28th. Tickets are available on the museum website.

The Living Print will remain on view through May 30th. sbnature.org

ART VENUES

10 West Gallery • Wild World • through Mar 29 • 10 W Anapamu • 11-5 We-Mo • 805-770-7711 • 10westgallery.com

Architectural Fdn Gallery • Lindsay Skutch: Pinhole Noir, Mar 28-May 30 • 229 E Victoria • 805965-6307 • 1–4 some Sa & By Appt • afsb.org

Art & Soul Gallery • Jane Chapman: Echoes of Earth and Sky • through Apr 1 • 1323 State St • artandsoulsb.com

Art, Design & Architecture Museum, UCSB • Tiffany Chung: indelible traces • through Apr 26 • 12-5 Wed-Sun • museum.ucsb.edu

Channing Peake Gallery • Form and Frame: Abstraction, Community, and the Language of Art • through Spring ‘26 • 8-5 M-F • 105 E Anapamu St, 1st fl • 805-568-3994

Colette Cosentino Atelier + Gallery • 11 W Anapamu St • By Appt • colettecosentino.com

Community Arts Workshop • 631 Garden St • 10-6pm Fri & By Appt. • sbcaw.org

Corridan Gallery • Glorious California • 125 N Milpas • 11-5 We-Sa • 805-966-7939 • corridan-gallery.com

Cypress Gallery • Flight of Imagination • through Mar 29; The Chair Auction: A silent auction benefit for LVAA • Apr 2-26 • 119 E Cypress Av, Lompoc • 1-4 Sa & Su • 805-7371129 • lompocart.org

Jewish Federation of Greater SB • Portraits of Survival interactive ~ Ongoing • 9-4pm Mo-Fr • 524 Chapala St • 805-957-1115 ext. 114

Karpeles Manuscript Library

Museum • a million+ historical documents • 21-23 W Anapamu • 10-4 Tu-Su • 805-962-5322 • karpeles.com

Art From Scrap • Explore Ecology • exploreecology.org

ArtLabbé Gallery • free art, music, & exercise classes to our individuals with special needs & family members • Tu, We, Th, Sun 12-5:30; Fr 12-5 • 111 Santa Barbara St, #H • artlabbe.org

Atkinson Gallery • Tu & We 10–2 • SBCC Humanities East Campus Rm 203• atkinsongallerysbcc.com

Bella Rosa Galleries • 1103-A State St • 11-5 daily • 805-966-1707

The Carriage and Western Art Museum • Old Spanish Days Trophy Saddles; Victoria Stables Wagon • Ongoing • Free • 129 Castillo St • 805-962-2353 • 9-3 Mo-Fr • carriagemuseum.org

California Nature Art Museum • Ocean Forests: Our Coastal Communities through July 20; Between Earth & Sky through April 20; Lulu Hyggelig: California’s First Thomas Dambo Troll • ongoing • 1511 B Mission Dr, Solvang • 11-4 Mo, Th, Fr; 11-5 Sa & Su • calnatureartmuseum.org

Casa de La Guerra • Santa Barbara 1925 – 2025: A Portrait in Maps; Once a Don, Always a Don • ongoing • $5/ Free • 15 East De la Guerra St • 12-4 Th-Su • sbthp.org/casadelaguerra

Casa Dolores • Bandera Ware / traditional outfits ~ ongoing • 1023 Bath St • 12-4 Tu-Sa • 805-963-1032

Casa del Herrero • Gardens & House • by reservation • 1387 East Valley Rd • tours 10 & 2 We & Sa • 805-565-5653 • casadelherrero.com

El Presidio De Santa Bárbara • Nihonmachi Revisited; Memorias y Facturas - ongoing • 123 E Canon Perdido St • 10:30-4:30 Daily • sbthp.org

Elverhøj Museum • Roland

Petersen Undiminished: A Centennial Celebration • Apr 4 through Aug 11 • History & Danish culture • 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang • 805-686-1211 • 11-5 Th-Mo • elverhoj.org

Faulkner Gallery • 40 E Anapamu St • 10-7 Mo-Th; 10-5 Fri, Sa; 12-5 Sun • 805-962-7653.

Fazzino 3-D Studio Gallery • 3-D original fine art • 1011 State St • 805730-9109 • Fazzino.com

Gallery 113 • Members of the SB Art Assn • 1114 State St, #8, La Arcada Ct • 805-965-6611 • 11-5 Mo-Sa; 1-4 Su • gallery113sb.com

Gallery Los Olivos • New Perspectives through March • Daily 10-4pm • 2920 Grand Av • 805-6887517 • gallerylosolivos.com

Ganna Walska Lotusland • Gardens • by reservation • 695 Ashley Rd • 805-969-9990 • lotusland.org

Grace Fisher Fdn • Inclusive Arts Clubhouse • Paintings by Grace Fisher • 121 S Hope, La Cumbre Plaza • WeSu 11-5pm • gracefisherfoundation.org

Indah Gallery • Roy Vessil: Galls & The Secrets of the Universe through Apr 5 • maxgleason.com/indah-gallery

James Main Fine Art • 19th & 20th

Century Fine art & antiques • 27 E De La Guerra St • 12-5 Tu-Sa • Appt Suggested • 805-962-8347

Kathryne Designs • Local Artists • 1225 Coast Village Rd, A • 10-5 Mo-Sa; 11-5 Su • 805-565-4700 • kathrynedesigns.com

La Cumbre Center For Creative Arts • Fine Line Gallery: Herstory through Ap 28; Elevate Gallery; Illuminations Gallery • Multi-Artist Studio/Gallery Spaces • La Cumbre Plaza • 12-5 Tu-Su • lcccasb.com

Lompoc Library Grossman Gallery • 501 E North Av, Lompoc • 805-588-3459

Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center • Natural Beauty • through Apr 26 • 12-4 Th-Su • 865 Linden • 805684-7789 • carpinteriaartscenter.org

Maker House • A Gesture Repeated • 1351 Holiday Hill Rd • 805-565-CLAY • 10-4 Daily • makerhouse.org

Marcia Burtt Gallery • Still Life and Grandeur through April 19 • Landscape paintings, prints, & books • 517 Laguna St • 1-5 Th-Su • 805-9625588 • artlacuna.com

Mate Gallery • beach images alongside vintage oils, gifts • 1014 Coast Village Rd • 805-895-6283 • mategallery.com

MOXI, The Wolf Museum•of Exploration + Innovation • 10-5 Daily • 125 State St • 805-770-5000 • moxi.org

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara • San Milano Drive: DJ Javier through April 26 • 11-6pm Tu-Sun • 653 Paseo Nuevo • mcasantabarbara.org

MCASB Satellite @ the Riviera Beach House • Makahiya: I Wanted You to Feel the Same by Godofredo Astudillo • through Apr 5 • 9-9pm Daily • 121 State • mcasantabarbara.org

Museum of Tibetan Art & Legacy Arts International • WedSun 12-8pm • 310-880-6671 • lamatashinorbu.org / legacyartsb.com

Palm Loft Gallery • A Garland of Groovy Gifted Goddesses • 410 Palm Av, Loft A1, Carpinteria • 1-6 Fr-Su & By Appt • 805-684-9700 • palmloft.com

Patricia Clarke Studio • An American Girl project; Primal Wild; Correspondences, Erasing Lines, and Facing Ourselves • 410 Palm Av, Carpinteria • By Appt • 805-452-7739 • patriciaclarkestudio.com

Peregrine Galleries • Early CA & American paintings; fine vintage jewelry • 1133 Coast Village Rd • 805252-9659 • peregrine.shop

Peter Horjus Design • Studio • 11 W Figueroa St • peterhorjus.com

Portico Gallery • Jordan Pope & Gallery Artists • Open Daily • 1235 Coast Village Rd • 805-729-8454 • porticofinearts.com

Rubenstein Chan Contemporary Art • Gerrie Shapiro: It’s Complicated • through Apr 5 • 410 Palm Av, Unit B3, Carpinteria • 805576-6152: weekends & by appt • RubensteinChan.com

Santa Barbara Art Works • Arts Education for All • 28 E Victoria St • 805-260-6705 • M-F 8:30-4:30 • sbartworks.org

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden • 1212 Mission Canyon Rd • 10-5 daily • 805-682-4726 • sbbg.org

Santa Barbara Fine Art • Places from the Heart • Landscapes & sculptor Bud Bottoms • 1321 State St • 1-6 We-Sa & By Appt • 805-845-4270 • santabarbarafineart.com

ART VENUES

Santa Barbara Historical Museum • The Gift; Ludmilla Pila Welch: Serene Santa Barbara through June; Edward Borein Gallery, and The Story of Santa Barbara ~ ongoing • 136 E De la Guerra • 12-5 We, Fri-Su; 12-7 Th • 805-966-1601 • sbhistorical.org

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum • Where Mountains Meet the Sea: through Mar 29; Aquean: Apr 9-Jul 26 • The Chumash, Whaling, Commercial Diving, Surfing, Shipwrecks, First Order Fresnel Lens, and SB Lighthouse Women Keepers ~ Ongoing • 113 Harbor Wy, Ste 190 • 10-5 Daily • 805-962-8404 • SBMM.org

Santa Barbara Museum Of Art • Remixed: Entwined Histories & New Forms, through Aug 30; Magical Realism: Latin American Photographers in Dialogue through Jun 14; Random-Access Memory: Internet Art, through Sep 27; As if in a Dream: History, Fantasy, Future: through January 3; By Achilles’ Tomb: Elliott Hundley and Antiquity through Jun 1 • 11-5 TuSu; 5-8 1st Th free; 2nd Sun free Tri-Co residents • 805-963-4364 • sbma.net

Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History • The Living Print through May 30 • 2559 Puesta del Sol • 10-5 We-Mo • sbnature.org

Santa Barbara Sea Center • Dive In: Our Changing Channel ~ Ongoing • 211 Stearns Wharf • 10-5 Daily • 805-682-4711 • sbnature.org

Santa Barbara Tennis Club - 2nd Fridays Art • Goleta Valley Art Association though Apr 1 • 2375 Foothill Rd • 10-6 Daily • 805-682-4722 • 2ndfridaysart.com

Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum • 3596 Sagunto St • 12-4pm We-Su • santaynezmuseum.org

ART EVENTS

Pinhole Noir • Opening reception for an exhibition of recent pinhole camera photographs by Lindsay Skutch • The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara • Free • afsb.org • 2pm to 4pm Sa, 3/28. Botanical Printing Workshop • Latifat Apatira leads a hands-on art nature printing and watercolor workshop • SBMNH in The Living Print exhibit • $100120 • sbnature.org • 4:30-7pm Fr, 3/27 & 10am-1pm Sa, 3/28.

Figure Drawing Workshop • Artist Eric St. Georges introduces tools and methods for drawing the human form • Community Art Worshop • $70 • ericsaintgeorges.com • 9am-12:30pm Sa, 3/28.

Artist’s Talk at Indah • Artist Roy Vessil discusses his current show with gallerist Max Gleason • Indah Gallery, 2190 North Refugio Rd • Free • 3pm Su, 3/29.

SB Tennis Club Hosting GVAA Artists

TAKING A JAUNT ON FOOTHILL ROAD, members of The Goleta Valley Art Association have assembled an exhibition juried by Carissa Luminess that is part of 2nd Fridays Art at Santa Barbara Tennis Club. The exhibition, which will run through April 1st, is themed Artist’s Choice! and features work by 26 of the organizations’ artists.

These few remaining days of the exhibition may be the perfect moment for those who haven’t visited this unique venue under the direction of Susan Tibbles, Gallery Curator and Director of Exhibitions to explore. The SB Tennis Club, is located at 2375 Foothill Rd 2ndFridaysArt.com

Sahyun Genealogical Library • Research family history • 316 Castillo St • Tue/Thu 10-4; Sun & 3rd Sat 1-4 • SBGen.org

Seimandi & Leprieur • Shapes of Surrealism • through April 26 • 33 W Anapamu St. • Wed-Sat 11-6 • 805-610-1203 • seimandileprieur.com

Stewart Fine Art • Early CA Plein Air Paintings + European Fine Art + Antiques • 539 San Ysidro Rd • 11-5:30 Mo-Sa • 805-845-0255

Sullivan Goss • Susan McDonnell: Consider the Lilies, Mar 27-May 25; The Spring Salon through Apr 13; Sidney Gordin: Space & Form through Apr 27; Sarah Vedder: State of Grace; Spring Salon through Apr 27 • 11 E Anapamu St • 105:30 daily • 805-730-1460 • sullivangoss.com

Susan Quinlan Doll & Teddy Bear Museum • 122 W Canon Perdido • 11-4 Fr-Sa; Su-Th by appt • quinlanmuseum.com • 805-6874623

SYV Historical Museum & Carriage House • Art of The Western Saddle • ongoing • 3596 Sagunto St, SY • 12-4 Sa, Su • 805-6887889 • santaynezmuseum.org

Tamsen Gallery • Jeff Bridges: Pictures • through Apr 30 • 1309 State St • 12-5 We-Su • 805-705-2208 • tamsengallery.com

UCSB Library Ocean Gallery • Unyielding Voices: Global Resistance and the Black Radical Tradition • through Jun 12 • library.ucsb.edu

Voice Gallery • Sisters through Mar 28; Our Living Planet Mar 30 through May 1 • La Cumbre Plaza H-124 • 10-5:30 M-F; 1-5 Sa-Sun • 805-965-6448

Waterhouse Gallery SB • Notable CA & National Artists • La Arcada Ct, 1114 State St, #9 • 11-5 Mo-Sa • 805-962-8885 • waterhousegallery.com

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New study explores links between early-life gut microbiome and neurodevelopment

Researchers join Wellcome Leap’s international effort to better understand early biological influences on neurodevelopment

By Andrew Masuda / The Current 3.18.26

AN INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM

OF RESEARCHERS at UC Santa Barbara has been awarded a major research grant from non-profit Wellcome Leap to join an ambitious global effort investigating if, when, and how the early-life gut microbiome may influence neurodevelopmental challenges, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

The award was provided through the organization’s Foundations of Resilient Microbiome (FORM) program. Wellcome Leap builds and executes bold, unconventional programs with the urgency required to deliver breakthroughs in human health in years, not decades.

FORM is focused on the earliest stages of life, from pregnancy through age two when the gut microbiome is rapidly forming. A growing body of research suggests that this developing microbial ecosystem plays a critical role in the development of immune, metabolic, and neurological systems.

The program aims to determine whether early-life disruptions to the microbiome may contribute to neurodevelopmental differences, and whether gut microbiome resilience during these formative windows can be measured and supported.

Researchers working on UCSB’s awarded project, led by chemical engineering professor and interim chair of the Bioengineering Department Michelle O’Malley, will develop high-throughput experimental systems to study how early microbial communities respond to key environmental exposures, and how those changes affect biological pathways linked to brain development. The work integrates engineering, microbiology, physics, mathematics, ecology, and clinical science.

“This program is exciting because it allows us to take the kind of bold, non-incremental steps that traditional funding models rarely support,” said O’Malley. “Wellcome Leap is explicitly focused on making big leaps in understanding. In this case, that means asking whether the early-life microbiome plays a causal role in neurodevelopment, and how resilience during this critical window might be better supported.”

At the center of UCSB’s effort is ExFAB, the Biofoundry for Extreme & Exceptional

Fungi, Archaea, and Bacteria, a state-ofthe-art automated facility established by a $22 million grant from the National Science Foundation. Using this infrastructure, O’Malley’s team will cultivate complex gut microbial communities under oxygen-free conditions, generating thousands of “minigut” systems. These controlled microcosms will allow researchers to systematically test how early-life factors alter microbial composition and function, and to measure the chemistry those microbes produce.

“We’re essentially creating miniature, highly controlled versions of the gut so we can challenge them with different early-life environments — such as components of breast milk or antibiotic exposure — and observe how these communities evolve,” O’Malley said. “The scale of Ex-FAB means we can run experiments that would take years by hand and instead generate rich, dynamic datasets that reveal how microbial systems behave.”

Analyzing that volume of data requires new ways of thinking about the microbiome as a dynamic, evolving system. That effort is led by two UCSB faculty members and co-principal investigators, Jean Carlson, a professor of physics, and Holly Moeller, an assistant professor of ecology, evolution, and marine biology, who bring complementary expertise in complex systems and biological interactions. Rather than focusing only on which microbes are present, their modeling work asks what microbial communities are doing over time — how they interact, respond to stress, recover, or shift into new states during early development.

“When you can observe how a system evolves, you can start to see which early changes actually matter, and which ones don’t,” Carlson explained. “That’s what allows us to connect biological mechanisms to developmental outcomes.”

By combining high-throughput experimental data with modeling approaches drawn from physics, mathematics, ecology, systems biology, machine learning, and AI, the team aims to move beyond correlation toward causal understanding.

“Bringing together mechanistic modeling with the statistical power of machine learning and AI is a powerful combination and gives us a way to transform thousands of experiments into insight,” Carlson added. “That has real potential to benefit the neurodivergent community.”

The work is further strengthened through

close collaboration with co-principal investigators Ty Vernon and Fernanda Castellón at UCSB’s Koegel Autism Center, within the Gevirtz Graduate School of Education, ensuring that experimental insights are grounded in community engagement and informed by clinical perspectives. Vernon, director of the UCSB Koegel Autism Center, emphasized the importance of grounding the work in practical relevance.

“This research offers the opportunity to move beyond speculation and toward datadriven understanding of how early biological systems interact with neurodevelopment,” said Vernon, who is also an associate professor of clinical psychology at UCSB. “The knowledge provides a critical missing link that can help families, clinicians, and educators make more informed decisions that support the neurodivergent community’s well-being and quality of life.”

For campus leaders, the FORM award underscores how UCSB’s interdisciplinary model — where engineers, physicists, ecologists, clinicians and educators work side by side — accelerates discovery and expands its real-world impact.

“We are honored to have the partnership and transformative support of Wellcome Leap. This important new work will advance our understanding of how the microbiome of babies is linked to neurological disorders. It is a shining example of the interdisciplinary collaborative research that is a hallmark of our campus,” said UCSB Chancellor Dennis Assanis. “Congratulations to the lead PI, Professor O’Malley, director of Ex-FAB, a premier facility on our campus, and to our colleagues, Professors Jean Carlson, Holly Moeller, Ty Vernon, and Fernanda Castellon, for their leading-edge efforts.”

“This award demonstrates the power of pairing visionary science with worldclass infrastructure,” said Umesh Mishra, dean of The Robert Mehrabian College of Engineering. “Ex-FAB gives our faculty the ability to generate and analyze complex biological systems at unprecedented scale. We commend Professor O’Malley and the coprincipal investigators for advancing such an ambitious, collaborative effort that will shape the future of microbiome science and human health.”

“This collaboration exemplifies our school’s commitment to research that is not only scientifically rigorous but also deeply rooted in the well-being of the communities we serve,” said Jill Sharkey, the interim dean of the Gevirtz School. “The inclusion of professors Vernon and Castellon ensures that groundbreaking biological research is directly informed by clinical expertise and a personcentered, neuro-affirming philosophy that will translate into practical, life-enhancing resources for educators, clinicians, and families.”

“What is exciting about this investigation into the early-life microbiome is how naturally it draws on the full range of what the science division does — from physics and ecology to molecular biology and psychological brain sciences,” said Dean of Science Shelly Gable. “These researchers are asking a genuinely important question about the roots of neurodevelopment, and they are bringing exactly the right mix of perspectives to answer it.”

O’Malley emphasized that the goal is not to “cure” autism, but to deepen scientific understanding and improve support.

“We’re trying to understand the biological mechanisms of neurodivergence so we can better support individuals and families,” she said. “That includes recognizing the strengths of neurodivergent people, while also asking whether early biological insights could expand options for promoting health and well-being.”

Ultimately, the research is intended to help build a clearer scientific foundation for understanding early neurodevelopment. By identifying which biological signals matter — and when — the team hopes that the findings can guide future conversations about how families, clinicians, and educators support neurodivergent individuals, grounded in data rather than assumption.

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