Music From the Russian Heart The Santa Barbara Symphony Kicks off 2026-2027 Season
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By Mark Whitehurst / VOICE
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BELOVED MELODIES WRITTEN BY PASSIONATE RUSSIAN COMPOSERS will greet concert goers as the Santa Barbara Symphony opens its season at the Granada Theatre at 7:30pm Saturday, October 24th and 3pm Sunday, October 25th with the Rachmaninoff Piano Concert No. 2 in C minor and the Shostakovich Symphony No. 5 in D minor. Maestro Nir Kabaretti will lead the symphony and GRAMMY Award winning pianist Michelle Cann will perform the Rachmaninoff piano concerto.
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SB City Water Price Listed as 9th Highest in the Nation By Mark Whitehurst / VOICE
THE COST OF WATER IN SANTA BARBARA has the rank of 9th most expensive in the nation in a report released by Food & Water Watch, a national organization this week. The comprehensive study tracked the change in water bills between 2015-2025 among the 500 largest systems in the country and reflects a trend contributing to affordability in America.
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Listed as the top ten most expensive water rates in the nation are: 1) San Jose Water Company (CA) ; (2) American Water - Huntington (WV); (3) American Water - Kanawha Valley (WV); (4) Escondido (CA); (5) American Water - Pittsburgh (PA); (5) American Water - Lake Scranton (PA); (5) American Water - West (PA); (8) Aqua Pennsylvania (PA); (9) Santa Barbara (CA) ; (10) Marin Municipal Water District (CA).
In pairing the two concertos, Music and Artistic Director Kabaretti explained to VOICE, “I find it fascinating to hear these two distinct musical voices side by side and discover not only the contrasts, but the connections between them. In both works, despite their very different circumstances and musical languages, there is a profound sense of humanity and an extraordinary ability to communicate emotion directly to the listener.”
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(See SYMPHONY, 5)
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THE OCEAN LEVEL IS CHANGING and a monster-size bulge, that is hundreds of miles wide, is emerging. It’s a phenomenon called a “Kelvin wave.” That wave is headed up the California coast this week and its effects on the coast are unknown but anticipated. It’s like a slosh in the bathtub that is the Pacific Ocean, and comes from changes in ocean current temperatures. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, “Unlike the
waves we’re used to seeing at the beach, Kelvin waves travel underwater, are very long, and only change sea level slightly… As of early October, there is one making its way up the North American West Coast, and behind it there are one or two more that are still in the tropics.” They could be a foot tall.
Kelvin waves travel about six miles per hour, or 150 miles per day and are not believed to be hazards in and of themselves, but could increase flooding and erosion. Kelvin waves were named after Lord Kelvin, the scientist who first described the unique wave phenomena in 1879.
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Burst of ICE raids rock Santa Maria; parent seized at Allan Hancock College
By Joshua Molina, Santa Barbara NewsPress • 10.6.26
ICE SEIZED AT LEAST 17 PEOPLE on Monday, according to several activist groups who track the deportation raids. 805Undocufund stated that 16 people were taken in Santa Maria and another in Guadalupe. “The city of Santa Maria has been the No. 1 targeted city in Santa Barbara County!” the organization wrote on Instagram. “They took a minimum of 16 people from Santa Maria and one from Guadalupe today. If a loved one has not made it home, please call the hotline for support.” The flurry of detainments marks a sudden and abrupt new effort to raid communities. While ICE detainments have happened consistently for more than a year, the latest seizures signal an amped up, intensified push to deport individuals. Many activists, community members, and families are on edge. The city of Santa Maria canceled its
The “kidnappings” come on the heels of ICE detaining a parent of an Allan Hancock College student. The taking happened in Parking Lot 2 and then ICE officers immediately left the campus. “This incident has caused concern across the Hancock community, and we remain united in supporting our undocumented students and students from mixed-status families,” the college said in a statement. “Allan Hancock College strongly condemns immigration enforcement actions that create fear and uncertainty for our students and their families. Our campuses should be places where every student can learn, grow, and pursue their goals without fear. “ The detainment happened at 9:45am Monday. The college was not notified in advance that ICE officers would be on campus, and the college did not participate in or assist with the enforcement action, according to a statement. Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limon issued a statement after the Hancock detainment. “I am deeply disturbed to learn that there has been recent ICE activity on the Santa Maria Allan Hancock Campus,” Limon said. “Our college campuses are
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A massive series of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids early this week have rocked Santa Maria and Guadalupe.
regularly scheduled Tuesday night meeting because of a lack of quorum.
A video posted on the 805 Rapid Response Network social media page shows a vehicle driven by an ICE officer as it hits a parked car in Santa Maria.
meant to make our students feel safe, supported, and valued. Unfortunately, today a family has been torn apart, and a student has been ripped away from their parent. These raids instill fear in our students, cause chaos, and result in broken trust and effectiveness between the community and those charged to keep us safe.” Also, footage has also surfaced on social media of a vehicle driven by an ICE officer rear-ending another vehicle in Santa Maria. “ICE crashed into a parked car after jumping out to kidnap a community
member this morning,” according to a social media post from 805 Rapid Response Network. “ICE Has been terrorizing our neighbors in Santa Maria ALL MORNING! If you have any information on the incidents today, please call our hotline or send a message ! 805 870 8855.” The video shows an officer unsuccessfully attempting to stop the vehicle from hitting the other car after he jumped out of it. Printed with permission of the Santa Barbara News-Press •10.6.26 • newspress.com
Santa Barbara City Water Price Listed as 9th Hightest in the Nation WATER – Continued from page 1 The City of Santa Barbara signed a 50 year agreement with the Montecito Water District in 2020, and shares the cost of the city’s expanded $72 million desalination plant. The Montecito Water District buys about 1,430 acre feet of water from the city as part of the deal. According to the FWW study, national water bills have increased by an average of 62 percent for typical households over the last decade and increased at 1.6 times the rate of inflation and more than 2 times greater than the price of groceries over the last decade. According to the study, more than half of the 25 most expensive water systems were in California, with four systems in California ranking among the top ten most expensive in the country.
The Food & Water Watch study can be found at: foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/10/06/surging-water-costs-amid-the-us-affordability-crisis/ From report by Food & Water Watch, fwwatch.org
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Passionate Russian Concertos to Inspire Audiences SYMPHONY – Continued from page 1 These two great 20th Century masterpieces, sonically different, were created during turbulent times in Russia. The lives of both composers were facing challenges and disruptions, Rachmaninoff was emerging from a deep depression and Shostakovich was living under censorship. "The program will also showcase the extraordinary musicianship of our orchestra and our guest soloist, Michelle Cann, whose virtuosity and expressive depth make her an ideal interpreter of this magnificent concerto,” continued Kaabaretti.
She is the recipient of the Sphinx Medal of Excellence, and has been lauded as “exquisite” by The Philadelphia Inquirer and “a pianist of sterling artistry” by Gramophone. She serves on the faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music and Manhattan School of Music.
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A highly regarded and GRAMMY Award winning pianist, Cann is widely recognized for championing the music of Florence Price, earning a 2023 GRAMMY Award for Price’s Piano Concerto in One Movement and a second GRAMMY in 2025 for Beyond the Years: Unpublished Songs of Florence Price.
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deeply human."
Maestro Kabaretti reflected on Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony, noting, "It is indeed an extraordinarily emotional piece. It is a roller coaster of moods. It encompasses not only pain, fear, tenderness, irony, anger, and the grotesque, but moments of great beauty, often existing side by side. This emotional complexity is what makes the symphony so powerful and
Both concertos are a part of stories of artists finding their way forward. Rachmaninoff rediscovered his creative confidence, and Shostakovich fought to preserve his artistic voice.
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The Symphony will then turn to Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, a concerto written during Piano soloist, Michelle Cann troubling times in 1937 after his music had been publicly denounced Tickets are available online, in person, or by calling the Granada Theatre box by the Soviet regime. This placed his career office at (805) 899-2222. For additional details, visit TheSymphony.org. — and potentially his safety—in jeopardy. The Subscriptions for the 2026/27 Season are also available. Call (805) 898-9386 or visit Fifth Symphony helped restore him to public The Symphony website for details. favor, but its meaning has remained open to By Mark Whitehurst / VOICE interpretation.
Audiences are invited to delve deeper into the program with pre-concert talks at “Conversations with Classical California,” hosted by on-air personality Jennifer Miller Hammel. The pre-concert talks take place Saturday from 6:30 to 7pm and Sunday from 2 to 2:30pm at The Granada Theatre and include interviews with guest artists and provide insights into the music and its meaning.
#RachOnState — The Symphony & Pianos On State Team Up For A Social Media Contest
The public is also invited to take part in #RachOnState, a playful community-wide piano and social media challenge inspired by Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. The collaboration with Pianos on State, organized by the Santa Barbara Arts Collaborative began October 1st at 5pm at Piano #4, at Anapamu and State Streets, where Santa Barbara Symphony Maestro Nir Kabaretti showed Santa Barbara how he “Rachs.”
Participants are invited to play a favorite Rachmaninoff passage—or put their own spin on one—then record their performance and share it on Instagram or Facebook and tag @sbsymphony (IG) or @SantaBarbaraSymphony (FB) and use #RachOnState, for a chance to win one of five pairs of tickets to The Symphony’s season opener. For rules & details, visit thesymphony.org/concerts-events/rach-on-state/
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CHILDREN
Wiggly Storytime • Featuring short stories, action rhymes, songs, and dance • Oak Park • Free • calendar. library.santabarbaraca.gov • 10:3011am Fr, 10/9. Read with a Dog • Children practice reading to a furry friend • Central Library • Free • 3:30-4:30pm Fr.
TEENS
SBPL x SBMA Teen Art Party • Teaching Artist Carlos Bardales hosts a weaving workshop • Central Library, Art Learning Lab • Free, reg required • sbma.net • 4-5:30pm Fr, 10/9.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Chess Club • All-ages drop in play, all levels • Central Library, Faulkner Gallery • Free • 2:30-4pm Fr, 10/9. Zumbando con Eva • Beginner friendly dance class • Eastside Library • calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • Free • 9:30-10:30am Fr, 10/9. WeDigBio 2026 • Community science event and digitalization of data from physical specimen workshop • SB Botanic Garden, Clifton Smith Herbarium • sbbotanicgarden.org • 9am-3pm Fr, 10/9 & Sa, 10/10.
MUSIC
Los Farmerz • Regional Mexican music • Chumash Casino Resort • $105-200 • chumashcasino.com • 8pm Fr, 10/9.
thegrandonstate.com • 7:30-10:30pm Fr, 10/9. Jungle • Modern soul and funk band with special guest Rio Kosta • SB Bowl • $66-136 • sbbowl.com • 7pm Fr, 10/9. AJ Lee and Blue Summit • Bluegrass folk band • Lobero Theatre • $30-75 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Fr, 10/9. Lang Lang, Piano • Performance featuring Mozart, Beethoven, Spanish selections and more • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Granada Theatre • $70-160 • ticketing.granadasb.org • 7pm Fr, 10/9.
OUTDOORS
SBC Courthouse Docent Tours • Free • www.sbcourthouse.org • 10:30am Mon-Fri & 2pm daily.
SPECIAL EVENTS
28th Annual Pink Lounge Gala • The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara’s celebration of compassion & community in support of breast cancer services • Rosewood Miramar Beach, Montecito • $650 • pinklounge.org • 5:30-10:30pm Fr, 10/9. TGIF! • Happy hour featuring live music, refreshing beverages, and local food vendors • Environmental Defense Center • $20 • environmentaldefensecenter.org • 5:307:30pm Fr, 10/9.
Saturday 10/10 CHILDREN
Little G’s • Reading of Little Bee and the Bloom • Godmothers Books • Free • godmothers.com • 11am Sa, 10/10. Kids Club • Featuring creative arts and STEAM projects, live entertainment and more • De La Guerra Place, in front of Paseo Nuevo Cinemas • Free • 10am-1pm Sa, 10/10.
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Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages, free w/admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.
DANCE
Tablao Zano Flamenco • Improvisational performance by traditional Flamenco dancers, musicians, and singers • Center Stage Theater • $27-62 • centerstagetheater. org • 7:30pm Sa, 10/10. Danza Folklorica Quetzalcoatl • Presents The Best of Mexican Folklore; music, dance and more • Marjorie Luke Theatre • $30 • luketheatre.org • 6-8pm Sa, 10/10.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Dr. Shefali • Discusses her book Raising Conscious Children • Godmothers Books • $97 • godmothers.com • 11am Sa, 10/10. Sketching in the Galleries • All skill levels invited to sketch from original works • SBMA Galleries • Free with Museum admission • sbma.net • 11:15am-12:15pm Sa, 10/10. Magic: The Gathering • Learn to play this trading card game • Metro Comics Metro Entertainment • Free • 12-12:30pm Sa. 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
BENICE: Spanish Nights By Candlelight • Intimate, acoustic Flamenco performance • SOhO • $35111 • sohosb.com • 7:30pm Sa, 10/10. SB Chamber Players • Season opener. Music by Hensel, Shostakovich and Mozart, with acclaimed cellist Jakub
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AJ Lee and Blue Summit EXPERIENCE AN ENERGETIC NIGHT OF BLUEGRASS AND FOLK when AJ Lee and Blue Summit, the award-winning roots music band from the North Bay comes to Santa Barbara with special guest Salty Strings. Featuring AJ Lee on mandolin, fiddler Jan Purat, Sullivan Tuttle on guitar, and Sean Newman on bass, the band will perform originals from their 3rd studio album as well as covers from Lindsay Lou, Trey Hensley, and more in the Lobero Theatre at 7:30pm on Friday, October 9th. For tickets ($30-75) visit lobero.org
Omsky as soloist • Trinity Lutheran Church • $30 • sbchamberplayers.org • 7:30pm Sa, 10/10. JC & DOC KAY • American acoustic duo • Cold Spring Tavern • Free • 1:304:30pm Sa, 10/10. Dreamland • A Celebration of Joni Mitchell featuring Kimberly Ford • Alcazar • $20-25 • thealcazar.org • 7-9pm Sa, 10/10.
OUTDOORS
Architectural Walking Tour • History of buildings in SB • City Hall steps at De la Guerra Plaza • $20 • afsb.org • 10am, Sat.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Grace Fisher Foundation • to Honor poet Max Ritvo with a poetry reading and dedication of new reading corner • Inclusive Arts Clubhouse • Free • gracefisherfoundation.org • 5pm Sa, 10/10. Mercado Raíces y Sueños • A bilingual storytime, live entertainment, a young maker’s market • Central Library, Library Plaza • Free • library.santabarbaraca.gov • 10am-3pm Sa, 10/10. Growing Abundance Fundraiser • Local food, live music, inspiring conversation. Benefits Explore Ecology • Cabrillo Pavillion • $125 • exploreecology.org • 4:30-7pm Sa, 10/10. Star Party • Observe the night sky through the Museum’s 20-inch telescope • SB Museum of Natural History, Palmer Observatory • Free • sbnature.org • 8-10pm Sa, 10/10.
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Bilingual Storytime • Presented by Raíces y Sueños. Short stories and art • SBMA, Art Learning Lab • Free • sbma.net • 11-11:40am Su, 10/11. Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages • Free w/ admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun. Sundays at the Ranch • Family fun, barn animals and tractor rides • Stow House • Free • 11am-2pm Sun.
COMEDY
It’s Magic! • Magic and variety review. Magic, comedy, sleight of hand, and stage illusions • Lobero Theatre • $40-50 • lobero.org • 2pm & 6:30pm Su, 10/11.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Parallel Stories: M Lin • Discusses her book The Memory Museum • SBMA, Mary Craig Auditorium • $0-15 • sbma.net • 2-3pm Su, 10/11. Empathy Cafe • Practice communication skills and creating trust & understanding • Riviera Theater upstairs • Free • theempathycenter.org • 11am-1pm Sun.
MUSIC
Choral Evensong • Trinity Choir sings traditional songs, scripture, psalms, and prayers • Trinity Episcopal Church • Free • 5-6pm Su, 10/11.
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Scrabble Club • Louise Lowry Davis Center • All levels/ English/Spanish • Free • 1-4pm Mon.
Theatre
SB Bridge Club • Play bridge, meets daily • 2255 Las Positas Rd • Schedule and RSVP: bridgewebs.com/sbbc542
Parliamo • Italian conversation, all levels • Natural Cafe, 361 Hitchcock Way • Free • parliamo.yolasite.com • 5-6:30pm Mon.
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Our Town • The classic American play following the ordinary lives of the inhabitants of the small town Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire • Ojai Art Ctr Theater • $25 • ojaiact.org •Through Su, 10/18. Buyer & Cellar • Jonathan Tolins’ play about an out-of-work actor who ends up working in a private shopping mall located in the basement of Barbara Streisand’s Malibu estate • ETC at the New Vic • $25-104 • ensembletheatre.com • Through 10/25. Clue • Based on the famous whodunit boardgame about a group of strangers, a mysterious dinner, and a dead host • SBCC’s Garvin Theatre • $10-34 • theatregroupsbcc.com • Through 10/24. Les Misérables • The epic tale of love, redemption, and revolution in 19th century France • Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks • $104-130 • 5startheatricals.com • 7:30pm Fr, 10/9 through Su, 10/18. The Future is Short • A collection of short plays curated by professor Michell Thomas • Westmont College’s Porter Theater • $12-20 • westmont.edu • 7:30pm Fr, 10/16; 2pm & 7:30pm Sa, 10/17; and 7:30pm Su, 10/18. A Legacy of Stone • UCSB Shrunken Heads Production Company presents an original musical featuring live orchestra and an ancient Greecethemed Gala • UCSB’s Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall • Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan • Guitar and harmonica blues, rag, and goodtime music • Cold Spring Tavern • Free • 1:30-4:30pm Su, 10/11. Faculty Artist Recital • Wesley Arai presents original works and classical & modern favorites on the UCSB Storke Tower Carillon • Storke Tower • Free • 2pm Su, 10/11.
OUTDOORS
2026 Santa Barbara Tennis Competition • Local Special Olympics athletes compete in tennis • Bishop Garcia Diego Highschool • Free • sosc.org • 9am-4:30pm Su, 10/11. Sunday Architecture Tour • Meet at Public Library Plaza at 40 E Anapamu St • Architectural Fdn of SB • $20 • afsb.org • 10am Sun.
SPECIAL EVENTS
18th Annual Domestic Violence Solutions Brunch • featuring survivor stories, a VIP reception, brunch, live auction and more • Hilton
MUSIC
Jared Huffman • Discusses his book No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy From Christian Nationalism • UCSB’s Henley Hall • Free • chaucersbooks.com • 7pm Tu, 10/13.
Tuesday 10/13
Chess Club • Louise Lowry Davis Center • All levels/ English/Spanish • Free • 1-4pm Tue.
COMEDY
SPECIAL EVENTS
Earth Observation Day: National Earth Science Week • Hands-on astronomy activities • SB Museum of Natural History • Included w/ admission • sbnature.org • 2-4pm Tu, 10/13.
The Rush Tribute Project • Two full sets of immersive rock music, featuring Moving Pictures in its entirety • Lobero Theatre • $44-74 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Mo, 10/12.
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Snow Job (1970) Performance and Workshop • Restaging of Bonnie Ora Sherk’s performance Snow Job, with snow cones given out to spectators • Art, Design & Architecture Museum at UC Santa Barbara • Free • museum.ucsb.edu • 12-2pm Mo, 10/15.
A Legacy of Stone UNCOVER THE UNTOLD STORY OF A GREEK MYTHOLOGICAL LEGEND when the UCSB Shrunken Heads Production Company presents the original musical A Legacy of Stone, following the life, love, power and pain of Medusa. Featuring a live orchestra, dance numbers, and original music and lyrics, the production will take place in UCSB’s Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall at 7pm on Friday, October 16th and Saturday, October 17th; and 2pm on Sunday, October 18th, with a special ancient Greece-themed Gala following the first show. For ticket info visit shrunkenheadsproductions.org
shrunkenheadsproductions.org • 7pm Fr, 10/16 & Sa, 10/17; and 2pm Su, 10/18. Romeo & Juliet • Shakespeare’s iconic love story featuring live music by UCSB’s Naked Shakes • UCSB Studio Theater • Free, reservation recommended campuscalendar.ucsb.edu • 7pm Fr, 10/16 & Sa, 10/17; 1pm Sa, 10/17; 8pm Fr, 10/23; and 1pm & 7pm Sa, 10/24.
Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort • $200-300 • fundforsantabarbara.org • 10am-1:30pm Su, 10/11. Downtown Classic Car Show • Presented by Nite Life Car Club Santa Barbara • 600-800 blocks of State Street • Free • 10am-3pm Su, 10/11. Beach Cleanup • Arroyo Burro Beach, meet in front of the Watershed Resource Center to sign in • Free • 10am-12pm Su, 10/11. Free 2nd Sunday for Tri-County Residents • At SBMA Galleries for residents of Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo County • 11am5pm Su, 10/11. Happy Birthday, Tom Dibblee • Celebrate the birthday of Californian geologist Tom Dibblee for National Earth Science Week by coloring a geologic map of Santa Barbara, creating a map puzzle, and more • SB Museum of Natural History • Free w/ admission • sbnature.org • 2-4pm Su, 10/11.
Monday 10/12 CHILDREN
Baby & Me • Develop your baby’s preliteracy skills, 0-14 months • Central Library • Free • 11-11:30am Mo.
Advance Care Planning 2-Part Workshop • Learn about advance care and how to complete your advance directive • Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, Lovelace Conf. Hall • Free, reg. required • hospiceofsb.org • 4:30-6pm Tu, 10/13 & We, 10/21.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
UCSB Graduate Division Open House • Special information session about the Master of Technology Management Program • Virtual event • Free • graddiv.ucsb.edu • 8;30am-4pm Tu, 10/13.
The Unapologetic Circle • Mindfulness gathering for middle aged women hosted by Jenny Calcoen • Godmothers Books • $39 • godmothers.com • 3:30pm Tu, 10/13.
Board Games + Brews • Community game night • Night Lizard Brewing Company, 607 State St • 6-9pm Tu.
Carpinteria Improv Drop-In Class • Learn or practice skills • Alcazar Theatre • $10 • 7pm Tu.
Morgan Hutchinson • Discusses her book Bipolar Blonde • Godmothers Books • $23 • godmothers.com • 6pm Tu, 10/13.
Area Meeting • A discussion with artist Dannah Mari Hildalgo • Community Arts Workshop • $12 • sbcaw.org • 6-8pm Tu, 10/13.
Spirits in the Air: Potent Portable Poetry • 10 poets share spooky poems over cocktails • The Good Lion • Free • goodlioncocktails. com • 4:30-6:30pm Tu, 10/13.
Wednesday 10/14
Home Buying Fair • Meet with experts and attend information sessions • Hilton Garden Inn • Free, RSVP required • homebuyingfairs.org • 4:30pm Tu, 10/13. LGBTQ+ Youth Club • Featuring games, activities and discussion • Fusion Academy Santa Barbara • Free, RSVP required • fusionacademy.com • 4:30-5:30pm Tu, 10/13.
CHILDREN
Creator’s Club • Bilingual, weekly STEAM activity • Eastside Library • Free • 2-3pm We
DANCE
Kickin’ Country • Line dancing lessons by Christy Grant • Best BBQ • Free, reg required • downtownsb.org • 6-8pm Wednesdays in Oct.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Science Pub: Ophiolites & Plate Tectonics • Doctor Matt Rioux discusses the origin of large ophiolites and the process of plate tectonics • Dargan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant • Free • sbnature.org • 6:30-8pm Mo, 10/12. Mineral Day: National Earth Science Week • Meet representatives of local mineral clubs, view their collections and the Museum’s mineral exhibits • SB Museum of Natural History • Included with Museum admission • sbnature.org • 2-4pm Mo, 10/12
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BASED ON THE SCREENPLAY BY Jonathan Lynn WRITTEN BY Sandy Rustin DIRECTED BY Amy Love
Additional Material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price Based on the Paramount Pictures Motion Picture Based on the Hasbro Board Game CLUE
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The Wallflowers • 30th anniversary tour • Lobero Theatre • $65-115 • lobero.org • 7:30pm We, 10/14.
Downtown Classic Car Show TEAMING UP FOR SOME COLORFUL FUN, Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement District and Nite Life Car Club will host the Downtown Classic Car Show in the 600 to 800 blocks of State Street from 10 to 3pm on Sunday, October 11th. To enter a car, preregistration is required. To admire them, just show up! Find out more at DowntownSB.org
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Crisis Communications • Communicating during a variety of crisis situations • Workzones, 351 Paseo Nuevo • $25 • awcsb.org • 5:307pm We, 10/14. Romance Book Club • Discuss this month’s selection Die for Me by Shirlene Obuobi • West Central Library, Faulkner Gallery • Free • calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 5:30-6:30pm We, 10/14. Sara Hirsh Bordo & Victoria Jackson • Discuss Bordo’s book Autoimmunity and the Good Girls: How Permission to Put Ourselves First Has the Power to Keep Us Well • Godmothers Books • $17 • godmothers.com • 6pm We, 10/14. Sewing and Mending • Repair something old or create something new • EE Makerspace • $15 • sbac.ca.gov • 6-8pm We, 10/14. Peng Xu • Discusses Writing Against Erasure: Courtesans, Performance, and the Making of Late Ming Drama • UCSB HSSB McCune Conference Room • Free • campuscalendar.ucsb. edu • 4pm We, 10/14. Deborah Samuel • Signs and discusses her book Grace Through Fire: A Memoir of Murder, Tragedy, and
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Resilience • Chaucer’s Books • Free • 6-7pm We, 10/14. Grad Hearth Series: Writing in Community • Graduate student writing retreat • UCSB Multicultural Center Lounge • Free, reg required • mcc.sa.ucsb.edu • 11am We, 10/14. National Fossil Day: National Earth Science Week • Learn about how fossils are formed and studied • Included with admission • sbnature.org • 2-4pm We, 10/14. Fall Adult Ceramics • An intro lesson to pottery and throwing forms • SBMA’s Art Studio @ The Downtown Club • $200-240 • sbma.net • 5:307:30pm Wednesdays 10/14 through 10/28. Knitting & Crochet Club • Louise Lowry Davis Ctr • All levels/English/ Spanish • Free • 9-11:30am Wed. Le Cercle Français • French conversation, all levels • Free • Natural Cafe • sbfrenchgroup.yolasite.com • 5-6:30pm Wed.
MUSIC
Mariachi Las Olas De SB • Spanning music genres from Mexico including rancheras, boleros, corridos, sones, and gustos • UCSB Music Bowl • Free • campuscalendar.ucsb.edu • 12pm We, 10/14.
Gabriela Radu, CMT
Therapeutic Massage
Specializing in injuries, Sports massage, Swedish, Lymphatic, Somatic massage & Life Coaching v.gabriela@yahoo.com 805-453-1139
www.comefromyourheart.com
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Open Jam • At Revolver Pizza. Jam with musicians • 1429 San Andres St • Free • revolversb.com • 6-9pm Wed.
SPECIAL EVENTS
2026 Central Coast Sustainability Summit • Electeds, staff, faculty, and local governments & organizations discuss sustainability. Clean Transportation Showcase • UCSB’s Corwin Pavilion • $20-40 • sustainability.ucsb.edu • 8am-5pm We, 10/14. Paint the Town Blue • Dress up in your favorite shade of blue to support brain injury awareness. Wine, food, live music, art • Moxi Rooftop • $85 • jodihouse.org • 5:30-8pm We, 10/14. Senior Expo of Santa Barbara • Health fair & services exposition for older adults & caregivers • Earl Warren Showgrounds • $5 • earlwarren.com • 9am-12pm We, 10/14.
Local Discoveries, Cosmic Implications • Six-class course about black holes, supernovas, exoplanets, interstellar comets, and more taught by Krissie Cook • SB Museum of Natural History, Gladwin Planetarium • $120-150 • sbnature.org • 5:15-6:15pm Thursday, 10/15 through 11/12.
MUSIC
The Muse • Groundbreaking ceremony for Music Academy of the West’s new Music Education Center, featuring live music • The Muse • Free • musicacademy.org • 5-6pm Th, 10/15. Concierto Íntimo: Antonio Artese Trio • Wine and cheese reception followed by acoustic piano performance • SB Historical Museum, Covarrubias Adobe • $20 • sbhistorical.org • 7pm Th, 10/15. Bernadette Peters • An evening of songs from music masters by a Tony award-winning Broadway performer • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Granada Theatre • $70-135 • granadasb.org • 7:30pm Th, 10/15.
Thursday 10/15 OUTDOORS Sunset Yoga at the Garden • LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Trail Talks: Tideline to Alpine • Sean Jansen discusses his journey around the historic range of the Southern California steelhead trout • Central Library, Faulkner Gallery • calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • Free • 6:30-7:30pm Th, 10/15. Montecito Poetry Club • Featured poet Mary Oliver • Montecito Library • Free, registration required • calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 10-11:30am Th, 10/15. Miriam Pawel & Jose Alamillo • Discuss Pawel’s book California Dreams: The Making and Remaking of the University of California • Godmother’s Books • $17 • godmothers.com • 6pm Th, 10/15. Diving With the Elements • A conversation about astrology with KL Mays and Alice Sparkly Kat • UCSB Multicultural Center Theater • Free • campuscalendar.ucsb.edu • 5-6:30pm Th, 10/15. Geoscience for Everyone Day: National Earth Science Week • Hands-on, educational activities with rocks, minerals and fossils • Included with admission • sbnature.org • 2-4pm Th, 10/15. October Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series • Conner Philson discusses UC Santa Barbara’s Natural Reserve System • SB Maritime Museum • $5-20 • sbmm.org • 7-8:30pm Th, 10/15.
Mindful movement led by Shelby Donald • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Pritzlaff Conservation Lawn • $30-35 • sbbotanicgarden.org • 5-6pm Th, 10/15.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Prof Slam 2026 • UCSB Professors each present their research in three minutes • M Special Brewing • Free • campuscalendar.ucsb.edu • 6:30-8p Th, 10/15. School Book Fair • 25% of all instore purchases donated to Peabody Charter School • Chaucer’s Books • 5-7pm Th, 10/15.
Friday
10/16
CHILDREN
Wiggly Storytime • Featuring short stories, action rhymes, songs, and dance • Oak Park • Free • calendar. library.santabarbaraca.gov • 10:3011am Fr, 10/16. Read with a Dog • Children practice reading to a furry friend • Central Library • Free • 3:30-4:30pm Fr.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Breast Health: Screening, Care & Survivorship • Panel and Q&A • Ridley-Tree Cancer Center Healing Garden • Free • To reserve a seat email: RSVPSC@sutterhealth.org • 1-2:30pm Fr, 10/16.
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Spirits in the Air: Potent Portable Poetry Delight in a haunted happy hour when Santa Barbara Poet Laureate George Yatchisin hosts the 2nd annual Spirits in the Air: Potent Portable Poetry, where 10 poets gather to share Halloween and libation themed poems over cocktails. Don’t miss this marvelously macabre mix of alcoholic and spooky spirits at The Good Lion on State from 4:30pm to 6:30pm on Tuesday, October 13th. Free and open to the public. goodlioncocktails.com
Barry Michels & Jennifer Rudolph Walsh • Discuss Michels’ book Ahead of All Parting: On Learning to Live with an Open Heart • Godmothers Books • $23 • godmothers.com • 6pm Fr, 10/16. Curator-led Tour and Talk on Bonnie Ora Sherk • Led by exhibition curator Tanya Zimbardo • Art, Design & Architecture Museum at UC Santa Barbara • Free • museum.ucsb.edu • 12-2pm Fr, 10/16. State of Our Schools • Presentation by SB Unified Superintendent Dr. Hilda Maldonado • Carrillo Recreation Center • Free • sbefoundation.org • 8am Fr, 10/16. An Important Conversation: Advance Care Planning • Understand the importance of planning and review MyCare documents • Free, to RSVP call: (805)456-4665 • hospiceofsb.org • 5:45-7pm Fr, 10/16 & Fr, 10/23. Geologic Map Day: National Earth Science Week • Color your own geologic map and help assemble a geologic map puzzle • Included with admission • sbnature.org • 2-4pm Fr, 10/16.
MUSIC
Jumping Jack Flash • Rolling Stones tribute band • Chumash Casino Resort • $25 • chumashcasino.com • 8pm Fr, 10/16.
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Community Calendar
The Sacred Circle • Diana Raab’s gathering for women over 60 • Godmothers Books • $39 • godmothers.com • 2pm Sa, 10/17.
Photos courtesy of Music Academy of the West
Continued
Groundbreaking for Downtown Santa Barbara’s Newest Muse! THE MUSIC ACADEMY OF THE WEST will break ground on The Muse, their newest center on Thursday, October 15th between 5 and 6pm at 901 State Street. It will begin a new chapter for arts education and performance in downtown. Join them for a toast, music, photo ops, and speakers. musicacademy.org
Anticipating Rain • A walk and talk with horticulturist Carol Bornstein as she discusses Autumn’s native plants • SB Botanic Garden Courtyard • $25-40 • sbbotanicgarden.org • 9-11am Sa, 10/17. Halloween Costumes, Decorations, and Games • Family friendly Halloween-inspired creative workshop utilizing materials from Art from Scrap • EE Makerspace • $10-12 • exploreecology.org • 2-4pm Sa, 10/17. Writing in the Galleries • Omar Pimienta leads an exercise in writing inspired by works on view • SB Museum of Art • Included with admission • sbma.net • 11:15am12:45pm Sa, 10/17. Reality TV: Confession From the Inside • Panel with producers and performers. Behind-thescenes development of reality a TV series • UCSB’s Pollock Theater • Free, reservation recommended • carseywolf.ucsb.edu • 2-4pm Sa, 10/17.
MUSIC The Brasscals • Local street brass band • Night Lizard Brewing Co. • Free • nightlizardbrewingcompany.com • 8-10pm Fr, 10/16. Ingrid Michaelson’s Cozy Fall Trio Tour • Indie pop performance featuring Allie Moss & Hannah Winkler • Lobero Theatre • $67-239 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Fr, 10/16.
SPECIAL EVENTS
SBCA’s Poker & Gaming Night • Poker, blackjack, cocktails, dinner • Hilton Garden Inn, Goleta • $95-150 • santabarbaracontractorsassociation. growthzoneapp.com • 5-10:30pm Fr, 10/16. Upcycle Couture • Art Collaborative’s first Fashion Show Fundraiser in honor of Jami Joelle Nielsen • Community Arts Workshop • $27-85 • sbartscollaborative.org • 7-10pm Fr, 10/16.
TEENS
Gamers and Crafters • Afternoon of board games and videogames on Nintendo Switch, plus junk journaling, jewelry making, or seasonal crafts for grades 5th-8th • Central Library, Island Room • Free, reg required • calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 2:30-4pm Sa, 10/17. Athletic Recruitment and the College Admissions Process • Presentation for teen athletes by Matt Arant • Virtual event • Free • calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov • 11am-12:15pm Sa, 10/17.
COMEDY
The Good Good Show • Comedy performances by Kevin Camia, Jay Light, Kimia Hashemian and Julie Weidmann • Night Lizard Brewing Co. • $10-15 • santabarbaraca.com • 7:309:30pm Sa, 10/17.
The Winetones • Folk & Blues Duo • Cold Spring Tavern • Free • 1:304:30pm Mo, 10/5. Muna • Indie pop performance with special guest Hemlocke Springs • SB Bowl • $66-106 • sbbowl.com • 7pm Sa, 10/17. Orchestrated Tribute to the Beatles • Earl Minnis 2nd annual charity concert featuring The Tribe band performing hits from Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and Magical Mystery Tour • Arlington Theatre • $23-74 • arlingtontheatresb.com • 8pm Sa, 10/17. All That and More • Carisa Hendrix’s experimental variety show about cocktail enthusiast Lucy Darling • Lobero Theatre • $45-154 • lobero.org • 5pm & 8:30pm Sa, 10/17.
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OUTDOORS
DANCE
Summit for Danny • Hike raising funds for the Daniel Bryant Youth and Family Centers • Elings Park • $25-50 • summitfordanny.org • 9am-1pm Sa, 10/17.
Duck Pond • Circa ballet ensemble’s reimaging of Swan Lake as a contemporary circus • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Granada Theatre • $23-65 • granadasb.org • 4pm Su, 10/18.
BOND With Nature • Fitness class for all levels • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, meet at Benches Behind the Entrance Kiosk • $25 • sbbotanicgarden.org • 8:30-10:15am Sa, 10/17.
LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Elings Santa Barbara Foundation Tree Planting • Help Your Children’s Trees plant 100 native trees • Elings Park • Free • elingspark.org • 9:3012:30pm Sa, 10/17.
Architectural Walking Tour • History of buildings in SB • City Hall steps at De la Guerra Plaza • $20 • afsb.org • 10am, Sat.
SPECIAL EVENTS
29th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament • This year’s tournament benefits the Breast Imaging Center at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital • Mission Golf Club • $185 • bctplayer.golfgenius.com • 9:30am Sa, 10/17. 42nd Annual Santa Barbara Vintners Festival • Taste wines from 70+ wineries Firestone Vineyard, Los Olivos • $38-186 • sbvintnersweekend.com • 12-4pm Sa, 10/17.
Sunday
10/18
CHILDREN
Storytime @ the Sea Center • All ages • Free w/admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun. Sundays at the Ranch • Family fun, barn animals, and tractor rides • Stow House • Free • goletahistory.org • 11am-2pm Sun.
Little G’s • Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant reads her book You Belong in The Wild • Godmothers Books • Free • godmothers.com • 11am Sa, 10/17. 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.
Celebrating community dancers of all ages, presented by Be Momentum • Center Stage Theater • $39 • centerstagetheater.org • 7pm Sa, 10/17.
Will Sofrin • Signs and discusses his book USCG Cutter Eagle: The Legacy of the Coast Guard’s Flagship • Chaucer’s Books • Free • 3-4pm Su, 10/18.
MUSIC
Note D’Italia • Pianists Alvise Pascucci and Jacopo Giacopuzzi classic pieces from Italian cinema • Christ Lutheran Church • Free • 3pm Su, 10/18. Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan • Guitar and harmonica blues, rag, and goodtime music • Cold Spring Tavern • Free • 1:30-4:30pm Su, 10/18.
OUTDOORS
Beach Cleanup • East Beach • Meet behind Skater’s Point skate park and the adjacent Palm Park parking lot • Free, RSVP required • sbnature.org • 10am-12pm Su, 10/18. Sunday Architecture Tour • Meet at Public Library Plaza at 40 E Anapamu St • Architectural Fdn of SB • $20 • afsb.org • 10am Sun.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Paws & Pilates • Mat pilates class followed by a dog adoption social with play time, vendors, and more • Paseo Nuevo • $33 • paseonuevosb.com • 10am-12pm Su, 10/18.
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LECTURES/MEETINGS/ WORKSHOPS
Ellen Vora • Discusses her book Season of the Witch • Godmothers Books • $17 • godmothers.com • 6pm Sa, 10/17.
Special Sunday storytimes • presented by Godmothers Books • SB Botanic Garden • Free • godmothers. com • 11am & 2pm Su, 10/18.
Asian American Neighborhood Festival • Featuring live performances, walking tours, artisan vendors, hands-on activities and more • El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park • Free • sbthp.org • 11am-3pm Su, 10/18.
Saturday 10/17 DANCE Choreography Showcase • CHILDREN
Halloween Heels Class • Learn the jazz-burlesque inspired heels dance style, costumes welcomed, heels not required • Center Stage Theater • $25-30 • centerstagetheater.org • 7pm Su, 10/18.
Santa Barbara Ghost Tours
2830 De La Vina Street Suite G, Santa Barbara CA
Walk with Professor Julie as she shares tales of mystery and history... & meet friendly spirits... Call or text to schedule your walking tour! • 805-905-9019
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Cinema Spooky Movie Nights: Casper Enjoy a special screening of a spooky family favorite when Paseo Nuevo presents Casper, the fantasy-comedy film based on the beloved cartoon character Casper the friendly ghost. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy complimentary popcorn under the starry night sky on the Paseo Nuevo rooftop of the South Side Parking Garage at 7pm on Friday, October 16th. Free and open to
the public. For info and to RSVP visit paseonuevosb.com
CINEMA EVENTS
NOW PLAYING
My Afternoons with Margueritte • French film following the unexpected bond between a 95-year-old woman and a local handyman • Alcazar Theatre • $12-15 • thealcazar.org • 6:30pm Th, 10/15.
OCT 9 - OCT 15
Jack Johnson Double Feature • Screening of the documentaries Thicker Than Water and SURFILMUSIC • Alcazar Theatre • $20 • thealcazar.org • 3-5pm Su, 10/18.
Showtimes subject to change • * No Passes • MetroTheatres.com
FAIRVIEW
225 N FAIRVIEW AVE, GOLETA • 805-683-3800
METRO 4
618 STATE STREET, SB • 805-965-7684
Angel and the Badman (PG13)
Other Mommy* (R)
The Beast (R)
Resident Evil (R)
Fri: 7:15. Sat-Sun: 5:10, 7:15. Mon-Tue: 7:15. Wed-Thur: 4:30. Fri-Thur: 7:45.
Fri-Sat: 1:45, 4:15, 6:40, 9:15. Sun: 3:00, 5:30, 8:20. Mon-Thur: 5:30, 8:20.
Heart of the Beast (PG13)
Fri-Sun: 3:15, 5:40, 8:30. Mon-Wed: 5:40, 8:30. Thur: 5:40.
Forgotten Island (PG)
Fri-Sun: 2:30, 5:15, 8:00. Mon-Thur: 5:15, 8:00.
Fri: 5:00, 7:30. Sat-Sun: 2:15, 5:00, 7:30. Mon-Thur: 5:00, 7:30. Fri: 4:30. Sat-Sun: 2:30. Mon-Tue: 4:30.
Verity (R)
Primetime (R)
Fri: 4:45. Sat-Sun: 4:15. Mon-Thur: 4:45.
Fri-Sun: 2:20, 5:05, 7:45. Mon-Wed: 5:05, 7:45. Thur: 5:05.
Sat-Sun: 1:45.
Thur: 8:10.
Practical Magic 2 (PG13) Coyote vs Acme (PG)
Sense and Sensibility Early Access* (PG13) Wed: 7:00.
Sense and Sensibility* (PG13) Thur: 7:15.
CAMINO REAL
7040 MARKETPLACE DR, GOLETA • 805-688-4140
Other Mommy* (R)
Fri: 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40. Sat-Sun: 12:00, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40. Mon-Thur: 3:30, 5:55, 8:30.
Resident Evil (R)
Fri: 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:55. Sat-Sun: 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:55. Mon-Wed: 3:15, 5:45, 8:20. Thur: 3:15, 5:45.
The Social Reckoning* (R)
Fri-Sun: 1:30, 4:15, 7:00, 9:50. Mon-Thur: 2:45, 5:30, 8:15.
Verity (R)
Fri-Sun: 1:15, 4:00, 6:45, 9:30. Mon-Thur: 2:20, 5:05, 7:50.
Primetime (R)
Fri-Sun: 1:00, 3:45, 6:30, 9:15. Mon-Wed: 2:30, 5:20, 8:10. Thur: 2:30, 5:20.
Digger (R)
Street Fighter* (PG13) Whalefall* (PG13)
Thur: 5:10, 8:00.
Whalefall* (PG13) Thur: 8:10.
You Can't Leave (R) Thur: 8:30.
ARLINGTON
Goosebumps • Outdoor spooky movie night • Paseo Nuevo, rooftop of the South Side Parking Garage • Free • paseonuevosb.com • 7pm Fr, 10/9.
Thur: 7:45.
PASEO NUEVO
8 WEST DE LA GUERRA ST, SB • 805-965-7451
Angel and the Badman (PG13)
Fri: 5:10, 7:40. Sat-Sun: 2:40, 5:10, 7:40. Mon-Tue: 5:10, 7:40. Wed: 4:30. Thur: 5:10.
Casper • Outdoor spooky movie night • Paseo Nuevo, rooftop of the South Side Parking Garage • Free • paseonuevosb.com • 7pm Fr, 10/16.
The Beast (R) Fri-Thur: 8:00.
Digger (R)
Fri: 4:50, 7:50. Sat-Sun: 2:20, 4:50, 7:50. Mon-Wed: 4:50, 7:50. Thur: 4:50.
Heart of the Beast (PG13)
Rocky Horror Picture Show: A Tribute to Tim Curry • Trivia, watch party and costume contest presented by Pacific Pride • Arlington Theatre • $21 • arlingtontheatresb.com • 6pm Su, 10/18.
Fri: 5:00, 7:30. Sat-Sun: 2:30, 5:00, 7:30. Mon-Thur: 5:00, 7:30.
Forgotten Island (PG)
Fri: 5:20. Sat-Sun: 2:10, 5:20. Mon-Thur: 5:20.
Sense and Sensibility Early Access* (PG13) Wed: 7:00.
Sense and Sensibility* (PG13) Thur: 7:40.
You Can't Leave (R) Thur: 7:50.
Fri-Wed: 2:00, 5:00, 8:00. Thur: 2:00.
Street Fighter* (PG13)
CWC Global: Hearth and Home • Screening of Prabhash Chandra’s 2024 film following a 63-year-old son caring for his ailing mother in New Delhi, India • UCSB’s Pollock Theater • Free, reservation required • carseywolf.ucsb. edu • 7pm Tu, 10/13.
Let’s Go To The M O V I E S
HITCHCOCK
NORTH S.B. COUNTY THEATRES Movie Listings for 10/08/26-10/14/26
371 SOUTH HITCHCOCK WAY, SB • 805-682-6512
The Social Reckoning* (R)
Fri: 5:00, 7:45. Sat-Sun: 2:15, 5:00, 7:45. Mon-Thur: 5:00, 7:45.
REEL DEAL (FIRST SHOW EVERY DAY AT MOVIES LOMPOC): $7.50 • (805) 736-1558 | 736-0146 MASTER CARD • VISA • DISCOVER
Verity (R)
Fri: 4:45, 7:30. Sat-Sun: 2:00, 4:45, 7:30. Mon-Thur: 4:45, 7:30.
1317 STATE STREET, SB • 805-963-9580
Verity (R)
Fri-Thur: 4:15, 7:00.
METROTHEATRES.COM • SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
www.metrotheatres.com SBIFFTheatres.com
Verity -RThu-Fri 4:30-7 Sat-Sun 11:30-2-4:30-7 | Mon-Wed 4:30-7 Other Mommy -RThu-Fri 4:30-7 Sat-Sun 11:30-2-4:30-7 | Mon-Tue-Wed 4:30-7 The Social Reckoning -RThu-Fri 4:30-7 Sat-Sun 11:30-2-4:30-7 | Mon-Tue-Wed 4:30-7 Resident Evil -RThu-Fri 4:30-7 Sat-Sun 11:30-2-4:30-7 | Mon-Tue-Wed 4:30-7 www.playingtoday.com
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October 9, 2026
Letter to the Editor
Why Eric Friedman Has My Vote
SANTA BARBARA NEEDS A MAYOR who can match our aspirations with our ability to pay for them. I’m supporting Eric Friedman because his emphasis on fiscal responsibility, transparent budgeting, and long-term financial stability aligns with what I want from City leadership.
For downtown, I want practical leadership that listens to businesses and residents, remains open to adjustments, and pairs a long-term vision with a credible implementation plan. Eric’s emphasis on reducing barriers to investment and supporting local businesses speaks to those priorities.
Our city faces difficult choices. Housing affordability, essential infrastructure, public safety, and dependable services all deserve attention. But worthy goals do not eliminate financial limits. Responsible leadership requires deciding what we can sustain, how we will fund it, and what obligations we are passing to future residents.
As an accessibility advocate, I also trust Eric to take access seriously. Fiscal responsibility and accessibility are not competing goals. Thoughtful planning should help us spend wisely while making community life available to people of all abilities.
I appreciate Eric’s willingness to question reliance on reserves and press for sustainable funding. Reserves protect our ability to respond when revenues fall, emergencies occur, or unexpected costs arise. Spending them deserves careful scrutiny, even when the proposed use is worthwhile. I also share his skepticism about adding another layer of local rent regulation. Tenant stability matters deeply. So do maintaining rental homes, encouraging investment, and expanding housing opportunities. I favor an approach that weighs those responsibilities together and takes unintended consequences seriously.
An endorsement does not require agreement on every issue. Nor does it diminish my respect for others seeking the office. It reflects a judgment about which candidate’s approach best fits the challenges ahead. For me, that candidate is Eric Friedman. Nick Koonce Personal endorsement; not made on behalf of the City of Santa Barbara or any City board or commission.
Op/Ed
Elections Matter
ELECTIONS STILL MATTER, maybe today more than ever. The default reasoning for not participating ranges from how we feel “unheard” or “dismissed” to “not represented.” It’s hard to blame one for that attitude, but in fact it’s only true if we allow it to be so. These days, national politics are so divisive and distracting that we minimize the importance of local elections, the choice of representation that can really affect our day-to-day lives. Sensing that we are not heard or have been dismissed by our representatives leads to extraordinary measures such as the referendum process. City Council seats are, by definition, non-partisan. The most basic, direct, and hopefully effective governance is the intention of this structure. Mayor and Council are not career jobs, but term-limited opportunities to serve the community. Serving as an elected representative in your city is just that, i.e., “service,” and the fact one is elected is an honor. Candidates for local offices should not be chosen on the basis of party affiliations or ideologies but service to the entire city constituency. If an office holder is serving a party or social belief instead of putting the needs of the community first, then we’ve chosen poorly. Candidate or office holder statements that are aspirational and address issues outside of the purview or jurisdiction of the city should be scrutinized. Your representatives have to be 100 percent focused on what they can affect on your behalf, and there’s plenty of material to keep your local officials occupied. To steal a line from James Carville: “It’s the economy, stupid!” We have painted ourselves into a financial corner and the ability to employ fiscal discipline and solid tough decision making is essential. Current issues like the State Street Master Plan, the Rent Stabilization Ordinance, and quest for a permanent source of revenue for the Local Housing Trust Fund, are all interesting as ideas, but as we ricochet between these extraneous priorities, we find ourselves trying to commit singular resources multiple times. During a recent final budget cycle, three of us, Friedman, Jordan, and I cast the rare vote of “No,” as it involved spending down contingency reserves on items that were not part of the normal General Fund scope. Some of those who voted “yes” later expressed “surprise” that they were spending down reserves, an attempted deflection of responsibility. No matter your personal priorities, keeping faith with voter intent and re-stocking our contingency reserves have got to be realized before extraneous projects. We are currently over-promised and over-committed without the fiscal bandwidth to sustain a cogent direction. Voters are still the de facto government. We shouldn’t cede that privilege to anyone. It’s ours, but that right must be exercised at the ballot box. Please choose those candidates who represent service, fiscal discipline, and sustainable priorities. If we don’t move forward with financial health in mind, we will soon see many of the services we take for granted and rely on diminished or gone. Please Vote!
Randy Rowse Mayor, City of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics to Host 1st Annual Health & Wellness Fair Featuring DJ Darla, Aztec Dancers, and Hourly Games THE 1ST ANNUAL HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR: "Building Healthier Families, Together," presented by Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics, will take place on Saturday, October 10th, from 9am to 1pm at Franklin Elementary School. A free, family-centered event, the Fair will bring together over 20 local community organizations and partners dedicated to helping children and families thrive. Attendees can enjoy free food, interactive games, live music, and family activities all while connecting with vital health, education, and social support resources. "We are truly honored to bring our community together for this inaugural event," said Dr. Mahdi Ashrafian, SBNC CEO. "Our goal is to create a welcoming space where families can access essential healthcare resources and support services while enjoying a fun day together." In addition to family activities, SBNC will feature its Dental, Acupuncture, and Chiropractic programs, alongside a cooking demonstration and food sampling with a registered dietitian. Participating Community Partners & Organizations, Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, Girls Inc., Boys & Girls Club, Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, Santa Barbara Unified School District, CenCal Health, Rooted Santa Barbara, Foodbank of
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VOICE Endorsement
BOTH REALISTIC AND IDEALISTIC, Eric Friedman, mayoral candidate for the City of Santa Barbara, is someone who can say, "No" when ideology pushes financial responsibility aside. He is an independent thinker who can also dream, evaluate, and collaborate to make dreams become reality.
and emergency preparedness, without ever compromising the city's finances... With Eric as Mayor, Santa Barbara will have steady, responsible leadership and I am proud to endorse him.”
For 20 years, the VOICE team, owners and writers, have followed Friedman's presence in town on a professional and personal level. Our knowledge, experiences, and research reflect a person who leads by action, collaboration, and the decisionmaking process.
On the closure of State Street and the development of a Master Plan, Friedman has made counter proposals, attempted amendments, and at the last vote recommended scaling the plan back, based on sensible recommendations from cities who have succeeded at similar projects. But, he was repeatedly out voted four to three on these ideas and other key issues.
Congressman Salud Carbajal, also a strong leader who reaches across the aisle, gave this statement of endorsement:"For eight years, Councilmember Eric Friedman has worked to build consensus and make responsible choices on the issues that matter most to Santa Barbara residents… He understands that building Santa Barbara's future starts with a budget we can sustain. That same discipline is how Eric delivered real results on affordable housing, public safety,
A community builder, Friedman is a past president of the Library Foundation, and as an engaged volunteer carried that work forward when he was elected to the city council by creating a collaboration between the foundation and the city, including helping to raise $5 million in community funds for the Michael Towbes Library Plaza. He has also been a leader and advocate for local nonprofits as a council member and individual. He served as an annual awards judge and also as the Council
Liaison for Santa Barbara Beautiful. As well, he served on the Harbor Commission, and acted as council liaison for the Santa Barbara Park and Recreation Community Foundation. It was Friedman’s proposal that initiated the establishment of a local Housing Trust Fund, which enabled state and federal funds to be combined to address one of Santa Barbara’s basic issues. The Housing Trust Fund concept has been successful and already meant newly available low-income housing. On the rent control issue, he has flatly said there are no successful models that benefit communities, and has voted no on the issue at the counsel meetings. Friedman's willingness to stand guard against fiscal irresponsibility speaks to his strength of character, reliability, trustworthiness, and conviction that problems can be solved when people work together. Eric has spent eight years on the Finance Committee and voted against the four-three majority when they voted to spend down emergency reserves. Those votes were
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His resilient spirit and passion for the community, are reflected in his response to experiencing a heart attack, which became part of the impetus for him to run for mayor. Friedman, who works at Trader Joe’s on De la Vina, meets and greets his constituents and is accessible, listens, supports, and takes action. For all these reasons, VOICE News endorses Eric Friedman for mayor of Santa Barbara. The VOICE Team October 7, 2026
Santa Barbara Sister Cities 70th International Dinner Held In Tandem With Toba Japan 60th Anniversary Celebration Annual International Dinner a blend of world tastes with honored Toba Japan visitors attending. ATTRACTING MEMBERS FROM SIX SISTER CITIES, who provided dishes from their member countries, the 2026 Sister Cities International Dinner proved to be both interesting and delicious. This year's honored visiting delegation from Toba, Japan were present to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Sister Cities International partnership between Santa Barbara and Toba.
The evening feet applauding. included dining; The cities gift a sharing from drawing was Atsushi Kotake, greatly appreciated Mayor of Toba by lucky winners. Japan; as Mayor Randy well as from Rowse met a Councilmember day earlier with Kristen Snedden, Mayor Kotake Margaret at SB Historical Saavedra, Linda SB Mayor Randy Rowse at podium Museum to present Mathews, and with Arsuchi Kotake Mayor of Toba a proclamation Japan Takako Wakita, of 60 years Sister Takako Wakita with Kosei Murota, Consul General Founder and President Emeritus of Cities International partnership Japan LA and Wade Nomura, former Mayor of Santa Barbara Toba Sister Cities. Carpinteria and attend a dinner party at the Kudos to the event planning committee Entertainment included University Club, where all guests members and volunteers for this dancing by 2026 Spirit sang happy birthday. Kosie Murota, outstanding series of events honoring of Fiesta Jenna Ramirez Consul General of Japan LA and Wade our visiting dignitaries from Toba and and Junior Spirit Penny Nomura, former Mayor of Carpinteria their 60th Anniversary. Hernandez, and Japanese also attended and spoke from the singer Harumi Furukawa podium. For Sister Cities membership info visit: had the crowd on their santabarbaraca.gov Photos by Bonnie Carroll
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Opinion: Social media comments miss the mark in understanding testing gap between Latino and white students
By Joshua Molina, Santa Barbara News-Press, 10.5.26
A FEW SOCIAL MEDIA COMMENTS on the Santa Barbara News-Press Instagram account this weekend caught my eye. I don’t normally read the social media comments on most stories because they are often filled with racist, sexist, rude, or bullying remarks. Many comment solely based on the headline without actually reading the stories that the posts are linked to. A lot of the commenters are able to hide behind private accounts, making them effectively anonymous. A recent story about test scores by News-Press reporter Julianna Lozada sparked many Instagram comments claiming Latinos don’t work hard or lack appropriate parental involvement in order to explain why they trail white students in standardized test scores. These public comments have already received hundreds of “heart” likes. These kinds of comments are at best ignorant and at worst racist. Either way, they are wrong. Although we’ll never be able to completely stop people from saying bigoted things on the internet, our culture must continue working to eliminate these harmful — and untrue — stereotypes. Many factors exist as to why there is a gap in public school standardized test scores between whites and Latinos. None has to do with a cultural inability to work hard. On this, I would like to provide some past and current perspective. I am Mexican-American and Apache mostly, the son of a Mexican immigrant. My parents were not good communicators. I grew up in apartments.
but admiration for nearly all of their teachers.
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Although we’ll never be able to completely stop people from saying bigoted things on the internet, our culture must continue working to eliminate these harmful — and untrue — stereotypes
Even so, systemic problems still exist. Teachers are overworked and underpaid. Implicit biases are real. A quiet kid may still be all-too-quickly labeled as dumb.
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My family moved every year. When the rent went up, we moved. I didn’t always have my own bed, much less a bedroom. I slept on the couch, the floor, and sometimes a bed. This kind of instability has a profound impact on a child. We didn’t have a lot of money, even though both of my parents worked multiple jobs. I used to get teased in elementary school and junior high for the clothes I wore. A bully once asked me where I bought my clothes because it looked like I was wearing “a paper bag.” My parents usually bought my clothes at K-Mart and Sears. Getting teased for what you wear at school can cause ongoing anxiety in a child trying to fit in. Not exactly conducive to learning. At home, my mom and dad didn’t have an office. I didn’t have a separate learning space. I did my homework on the floor, in the closet, in the car, or wherever I could find a clear spot to work. I did all this while carrying the burden of worrying about my parents making money or paying rent. Some of the places I lived in as a child weren’t even in residential neighborhoods, where other people lived. They were in industrial areas in Old Town Goleta, next to auto body shops, mechanic garages, and tire shops. I can’t overstate how a lack of money, space, grass, a backyard, and so many other small things can affect a young child’s learning. There’s an unspoken trauma that develops from watching your family struggle financially day after day. It creates a feeling of unsafety. As a student, there were things I just didn’t have — notebooks, binders, pencils, those fancy Texas Instruments
calculators you need starting in junior high. I was always behind, always chasing the others, always struggling to catch up. And guess what happens to kids who are behind, who doubt themselves, who have little money or resources, and who have instability and trauma at home? They miss school. They become afraid of being judged by the other kids and their teachers. They fall even more behind. While I had mostly nice teachers, I never got called on in class. I was painfully introverted. And guess what happens to introverted kids, already far behind, who lack the ability to advocate for themselves? They get labeled as dumb. To this day I believe that calling a child dumb is among the most despicable things one can do. It’s something that diminishes the light inside a child. I was always a “good student.” I tried really hard. Working hard was never an issue for me. I would argue that I worked harder than most kids. But working hard isn’t always enough when you aren’t starting on the same playing field for learning. Today, as an adult with two children, I can say that conditions have improved for students. There is so much more of a focus on social-emotional learning and teachers are much more aware of the complex personal dynamics a student might be bringing into the classroom. In raising our two children, my wife and I have worked hard to break cycles of trauma we ourselves experienced growing up. While my kids have still experienced implicit bias in schools, their experiences have been far better than my own were, and I have nothing
A few years ago, I wrote a story about how Latinos are three times more likely to be diagnosed with a learning disability. Educators have made improvements in identifying the causes and equitable responses to this reality, but it remains a problem throughout the state and country. Some students come from monolingual Spanish-speaking homes, so their home language is Spanish and their school language is English. That is exactly the type of barrier that can show up in standardized test scores. I have been a college educator for the past 17 years, teaching students who come from all over California and the world. Many can recount an experience of systemic inequity through their time in K-12 education. None of this has anything to do with an ability to work hard or willingness to study. There are, of course, exceptions within every system. We all have stories of students overcoming the barriers of their circumstance to beat the odds. Those stories should be celebrated. But we still have systemic problems. We don’t all start at the same place. And that matters. These barriers to learning are not caused by failure to “work hard,” or lack of parental involvement. In reality, they are pre-existing barriers which require extra effort to overcome. In my mind, parents who work multiple jobs to break negative cycles for their children are the definition of hardworking. The educational achievement gap is complex. I encourage those in the NewsPress social media comment section to say what they want, but I wish they would not go to the unfair, bigoted place of blaming parents, teachers, or — most harmfully — students, for systemic barriers. These students should be celebrated, not blamed for a flawed system they did not create. Printed with permission of the Santa Barbara News-Press • 10.5.26 • newspress.com
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First Responders Update Street Kitchen Crackdown
This includes on Highway 154 and 246 in the Santa Ynez Valley, Orcutt and other locations where the street cooking takes place. (Roaming carts have different, less strict rules.) The street kitchens have been found to have no hand washing stations, inappropriate food safety locations, and fire dangers. Environmental Health officials have inspected and photographed the violations. The Sheriff and CHP have been part of the enforcement team and have been seeking more information to share with the public.
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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY IS CRACKING DOWN on illegal street kitchens. A report to the Board of Supervisors shows that since April 3rd, 2026, seven outreach efforts have resulted in: 1,156 lbs. of contaminated food voluntarily discarded or impounded and 13 sets of cooking equipment impounded.
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A VEHICLE PASSENGER HAS DIED and the driver was injured in a downtown Santa Barbara parking lot crash. It happened just before 5 p.m. on Anacapa and Ortega St. when the car hit a pillar. Santa Barbara Police, Fire and AMR were on the scene. The cause is under investigation.
SANTA BARBARA HAS BEEN NAMED the fifth “Best Small City” in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. It will be in the November issue. The area was praised for its hotels, food culture, wine region, art offerings, and recreational areas. Number 1? Charleston, South Carolina.
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“Both nonfarm payroll employment (+29,000) and the unemployment rate (4.2 percent) changed little in September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment in all major industries changed little over the month.” BEA.gov
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SEPTEMBER’S U.S. OFFICIAL UNEMPLOYMENT REPORT was a disappointment—just 29,000 jobs were added vs. +133,000 jobs in August (see graph). But that may not be a sign of a weakening labor market.
DRAINAGE WORK, ANTICIPATED TO BEGIN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8TH, at the west end of the Hollister Avenue roundabout near the Highway 217 off-ramp and Dearborn Place will require a one-week closure. Part of the City of Goleta’s Project Connect improvements, the work will restrict traffic movements at the roundabout for drivers exiting Dearborn Place and the southbound Highway 217 off-ramp.
During the closure, which will remain in place 24 hours a day, drivers exiting Dearborn Place and the southbound Highway 217 off-ramp will be able to turn right onto Hollister Avenue but will not be able to travel eastbound on Hollister Avenue. Drivers who need to travel eastbound on Hollister Avenue should turn right onto Hollister Avenue and use a safe location to make a U-turn and continue eastbound. Drivers should follow all posted signs, expect brief traffic delays, and allow extra travel time when traveling through the project area. The work is part of ongoing improvements associated with Project Connect, which includes transportation and infrastructure improvements in the Hollister Avenue and Highway 217 area. The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation during construction.
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It should be obvious that the labor market is at the beginning of another recovery with the massive acceleration in government and A.I. spending that eclipses any prior era by $billions. The new chip factories and data centers are being built over time. It may be another decade before we will see definitive results in job formation and GDP growth, as happened in prior technological revolutions, such as for computer and the Internet use spread.
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are beginning to hire more technical professionals because of it. “To date, A.I. has killed a number of jobs but boosted employment for plumbers, electricians, data scientists, and market research analysts.” Manufacturing may be the biggest story. Manufacturing employment was little changed in September (+9,000) but is up by 72,000 since a recent low in December 2025.
And the Institute of Supply Management’s manufacturing index of new orders climbed By Harlan Green 1.6 points So it’s difficult last month to a to see the changes, robust 55.3 percent. contrary to the Bureau of It means a majority (55.3 Labor Statistics report, or even percent) of supply managers the final employment numbers. report more new orders. Some For instance, after losing manufacturers are even hiring -10,000 jobs in July, mainly for the first time in a few years. because of supply disruptions Job creation was positive for the from Trump’s Iran blockade, third straight month, following payroll formation was originally a 33-month streak of declines. reported to be 162,000 jobs in August then reduced to 133,000 So the low September payroll total may be a temporary glitch. hires in its latest revision.
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And I’m guessing that September new jobs will probably be revised upward from 29,000 jobs, given that it’s hard to estimate September because totals include seasonal back to school and government hires that aren’t known immediately. So, all that investment must eventually grow the job market as well. Steve Ratner, Morning Joe’s resident economist, said in a New York Times opinion piece that we could already be seeing its impact; the labor markets
And GDP growth has already been revised upward in the past two quarters. Q1 2026 GDP was bumped up from 2.0 to 2.2 percent and Q2 from 1.5 to 2.5 percent. And there are +3 percent predictions for Q3 growth. But all that activity is blowing up inflation. The price index for gross domestic purchases increased 5.6 percent in the second quarter GDP number, revised down 0.2 percentage point from the previous estimate.
This means there will be another Fed rate hike, but maybe after the November election, which is the tradition so as not to be seen as influencing voters. “Total nonfarm payroll employment changed little in September (+29,000), following an average monthly gain of 45,000 over the prior twelve months. Health care employment continued its upward trend in September (+17,000), but at a slower pace than the average monthly gain over the prior twelve months (+33,000). Will the employment picture improve with literally $trillions going into the economy? More importantly, will it improve consumers’ confidence in their own future, which has been in the dumps? They must believe so for it to happen. A.I. robots won’t do it. That is the conundrum, as former Fed Chair Greenspan would say.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6235 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on September 1, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 15, 2026, by the following roll call vote:
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following Limited Liability Company is doing business as ROOT & BLOOM at 29 W Islay, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. FLOWER OF LIGHT ESSENCES LLC at PO Box 61, Santa Barbara, CA 93102. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on September 8, 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. 2026-0002250. Published September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 2026.
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AYES:
Councilmembers Eric Friedman, Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy Santamaria, Kristen W. Sneddon.
NOES:
Mayor Randy Rowse.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTENTIONS: None. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 15, 2026. /s/
Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager I HEREBY APPROVE the foregoing ordinance on September 15, 2026. /s/ Randy Rowse Mayor
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Insertion Date: Print: 10.7.26 Norma Welche, City Admin VOICE Magazine • Community Market • LEGAL NOTICES Digital included 10.7.26 8.79”x2 col; $84.03 • 10.9.26 ordinance ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE – CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NUMBER: 26CV05144. Petitioner: Guillermo Mendoza Macedo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Guillermo Mendoza Macedo to PROPOSED NAME: Guillermo Macedo. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 4, 2026; Time: 10:00 am; Dept.: 3; ROOM: [ ] other (specify): at the: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website. To find your courts website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.) 3 a. [X] A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation: [x] (for resident of this county) printed in this county: VOICE MAGAZINE. Date: 09/11/26 /s/: Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court. Legal #26CV05144 Pub Dates: October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026.
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE – CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NUMBER: 26CV05526. Petitioner: Emily Garcia and Alan Emanuel Vega filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Ethan Garcia to PROPOSED NAME: Leon Ethan Vega. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 4, 2026; Time: 10:00 am; Dept.: 3; ROOM: [ ] other (specify): at the: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website. To find your courts website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.) 3 a. [X] A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation: [x] (for resident of this county) printed in this county: VOICE MAGAZINE. Date: 09/16/26 /s/: Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court. Legal #26CV05526 Pub Dates: September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 2026.
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Which non-profits will you support? FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following Individual is doing business as FLOWSTATE PERINATAL at 1613 Villa Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. WHITNEY O GRAY at 1613 Villa Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on September 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. 2026-0002335. Published October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6234 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE SANTA BARBARA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO LIQUID AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE DISPOSAL BY THE AMENDMENT OF VARIOUS SECTIONS TO AUTHORIZE THE WATER RESOURCES DIRECTOR TO ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT AN ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT RECEIVING SYSTEM CONSISTENT WITH THE FEDERAL CROSS-MEDIA ELECTRONIC REPORTING RULE AND TO DESIGNATE THE WATER RESOURCES DIRECTOR IN PLACE OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR IN VARIOUS SECTIONS OR SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 16 The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council held on September 15, 2026. 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/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6234 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on August 25, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 15, 2026, by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Eric Friedman, Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy Santamaria, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse.
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTENTIONS: None. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 15, 2026.
2ND AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE – CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NUMBER: 26CV04494. Petitioner: Malek Ahmad Dandan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Malek Ahmad Dandan to PROPOSED NAME: Malek Lucien Dandan. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: December 9, 2026; Time: 10:00 am; Dept.: 3; ROOM: [ ] other (specify): at the: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website. To find your courts website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.) 3 a. [X] A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation: [x] (for resident of this county) printed in this county: VOICE MAGAZINE. Date: 09/30/26 /s/: Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court. Legal #26CV04494 Pub Dates: October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026.
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HE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA City of Santa Barbara LE 16 OF THE SANTA BARBARA MUNICIPAL QUID AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE GIVEN DISPOSAL NOTICE IS HEREBY that the City Council of the City of Santa F VARIOUS SECTIONS TO AUTHORIZE Barbara will conduct a THE Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 27, CTOR TO ESTABLISH AND the IMPLEMENT ANsession of the meeting which begins at 2026, during afternoon T RECEIVING2:00 SYSTEM CONSISTENT p.m. in the CouncilWITH Chamber, City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, DIA ELECTRONIC ANDis to consider a recommendation to City Santa REPORTING Barbara. TheRULE hearing R RESOURCESCouncil DIRECTOR IN PLACE OF to designate the THE proposed project as a Community Benefit R IN VARIOUSproject SECTIONS OR SUBSECTIONS pursuant to Santa Barbara Municipal Code Chapter 30.170
and allocate 705 square feet (net) of nonresidential floor area to the project from the Nonresidential Growth Management Program’s ordinance was adopted at a regular Economic Development Category. The project is to convert The arbara City Simpson Council held September Houseon Inn’s Caretaker Unit to two hotel rooms.
Public comment may be given in person at the meeting or remotely via Zoom. Members of the public who wish to give public comment dinance is made pursuant to the provisions may do so by completing the Zoom registration at the link anta Barbararemotely City Charter as amended, provided onobtained the coveratpage ce in its entirety may be the of the appropriate meeting agenda: www.santabarbaraca.gov/CAP. Written comments are also all, Santa Barbara, California. welcome up to the time of the hearing and should be addressed to the City Council via the City Clerk’s Office by sending them electronically to Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. Written comments may also be submitted to the City Council via the City Clerk’s Office, , MMC P.O. Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 931021990. es Manager On Thursday, October 22, 2026, an Agenda with all items to be heard on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, will be available at City Hall, ANCE NO.735 2026-6234 Anacapa Street, and at the Central Library. Agendas and Staff Reports are also accessible online at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP. A ) The Agenda will include instructions for participation in the meeting. ) to participate in the public hearing, please follow the If you wish ARBARA instructions ) ss. on the posted Agenda.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA APPROVING A 30-YEAR LOAN AGREEMENT WITH THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000 FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 915 EAST MONTECITO STREET TO BE USED FOR PERMANENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING, TO BE SECURED BY A DEED OF TRUST AND A 90-YEAR AFFORDABILITY CONTROL COVENANT IMPOSED ON REAL PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE SUCH AGREEMENTS, SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AS TO FORM BY THE CITY ATTORNEY, AS NECESSARY The above captioned ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Santa Barbara City Council held on September 22, 2026. 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/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-6236 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced on September 15, 2026, and adopted by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara at a meeting held on September 22, 2026, by the following roll call vote:
lmembers Eric Friedman, Oscar Gutierrez, (SEAL) n Harmon, Mike Jordan, Wendy maria, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy /s/ Sarah Gorman, MMC City Clerk Services Manager October 7, 2026
AYES:
Councilmembers Eric Friedman, Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse.
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
Wendy Santamaria.
ABSTENTIONS: None.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and affixed the
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official seal of the City of Santa Barbara on September 22, 2026.
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The Goleta Valley Art Association
Fall Exhibition September 28th through October 31st
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Buyer and Seller
Opening Night October 10th
A COMEDIC NIGHT OUT, the Ensemble Theatre Company's season opening play Buyer & Seller will bring peals of laughter to the Old Vic Theatre on opening night, October 10th. The play, written by Jonathan Tolins, stars Brian McDonald, with Jamie Torcellini as the director.
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McDonald is reprising his award-winning performance as Alex, an out-of-work actor, who lands the strangest gig of his life: working in the private shopping mall that Barbra Streisand built in the basement of her Malibu estate. Opening night will include a reception with the cast and creative team, plus wine and hors d’oeuvres.
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After Sneddon’s failed attempt to change ordinance again, City Council formally approves rent stabilization in Santa Barbara By Joshua Molina, Santa Barbara News-Press, 10.7.26
SHE DID IT AGAIN. Santa Barbara City Councilwoman Kristen Sneddon attempted to significantly alter the rent stabilization ordinance—but changed her mind after members of the public and some of her colleagues disagreed. Sneddon at Tuesday’s council meeting suggested that the increase in rents should be capped at three percent—instead of the ordinance’s original proposal, which was three percent or 60 percent of CPI, for the first year. The proposal would have potentially favored property owners financially.
the ordinance, and shined a light on why Sneddon was suggesting a change at last minute, only to change her mind again and withdraw her motion. “The goal posts have moved repeatedly each time with the same majority voting to move those goal posts each time,” said councilman Mike Jordan. “It seems like people can’t make up their mind.” He said he had to endure supporters of the ordinance “eat their own” for an hour last week, and now Sneddon was attempting to move the goal post again. “It’s been a bad process and poor governance to get us here today,” Jordan said.
Sneddon made the surprise move seconds before it was set to be approved as part of the routine “consent calendar.” The council hashed out the details of the ordinance at last week’s meeting.
City Administrator Kelly McAdoo said that if Sneddon’s motion passed, the ordinance would have to be re-introduced and then voted on again on Oct. 22nd — assuming no one wanted to make changes again then.
But Sneddon’s proposal set off a cascade of concerns and questions about whether doing so would delay implementation of
Councilman Mike Jordan said he supported Sneddon’s idea of capping at
Sneddon, however, withdrew her motion.
three percent because it would have been a better outcome for an ordinance he doesn’t support, but said he was “perplexed.” Sneddon’s proposal comes amid a close race for Santa Barbara mayor, where she is facing councilman Eric Friedman and former Santa Barbara Unified School District board member Wendy SimsMoten. The ordinance has fueled the possibility of property owners launching a referendum campaign to reverse the ordinance once it goes into effect. The rent stabilization, much like the future of State Street, has become one of the defining flashpoints of the mayoral campaign. Santa Barbara City Councilman Eric Friedman said Sneddon’s proposal was a “substantive change,” that was unfair to the public to spring on at the last minute. “That change should have been discussed back in April, in July, or even last week,” Friedman said. Santa Barbara City Councilwoman Meagan Harmon said she too was frustrated.
“We have long since passed the point where the public has trust in us and how we move through this process,” Harmon said. Rowse said the council is in a “ricochet room” and Sneddon’s proposal was like “rubbing salt into self-inflicted wounds.” “We have gone and tortured this so many times,” Rowse said. He said the “the public is out there going ‘what are we doing?'” After Sneddon backed down, the council approved the rent stabilization ordinance 4-3, with Sneddon, Harmon, Wendy Santamaria, and Oscar Gutierrez in support, and Friedman, Jordan, and Rowse in opposition. Members of the public who spoke also agreed that the council should support the ordinance as proposed and not change or delay it. The ordinance will go into effect on Jan. 1st. Printed with permission of the Santa Barbara News-Press • 10.7.26 • newspress.com
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Santa Barbara Beautiful’s 61st Annual Awards Celebration:
A Legacy of Beautification VOICES AND HANDS SHAPING OUR COMMUNITY IN MANY DIMENSIONS WERE RECOGNIZED when Santa Barbara Beautiful hosted its 61st annual awards ceremony on September 27th at the Cabrillo Pavilion. Lifting up projects, exemplary service, and achievement, the event brought together a wide range of people from the design, building trades, and arts community. Six properties, selected from community nominations by an independent group of judges were featured in a video by Isaac Hernández de Lipa and in a keepsake program book. Master of ceremonies, John Palminteri welcomed the project teams to the front and kept the audience engaged. Interspersed with project recognitions, respected and well loved individuals and institutions were honored,
President’s Award
including Barbara Burger, Joe Campanelli, and Marc Appleton. The City Arts Advisory Committee, under the auspices of the Office of Art & Culture also shared the podium to present ArtLabbé with the Business in Art Award. ArtLabbé is a nonprofit that supports artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities and works to expand opportunities for them to participate in Santa Barbara’s cultural life. They currently serve more than 150 individuals in Santa Barbara through arts education, vocational programs and other creative opportunities. Prior to the presentation, backdropped by a glistening blue Pacific ocean, attendees noshed on French pastries and tasty delights. Barbara Burger received the President's Award for spending five decades cultivating collaboration and support among the performing arts community, as as well as for her nonprofit and civic leadership and philanthropy.
Heritage Oak Award for Lifetime Achievement
Barbara Burger received the President's Award, presented by Kerry Methner.
Jacaranda Award
for Outstanding Community Service
Marc Appleton, AIA, received with the Heritage Oak Award, presented by Les Firestein.
Architect and author Marc Appleton was recognized with the Heritage Oak Award for Lifetime Achievement, presented by Les Firestein. Appleton, AIA, who holds respects for historic buildings, has had his hand on numerous significant projects in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, including Florestal, San Ysidro Ranch, the Hope Ranch Estates Entry Landscaping, Eucalyptus Lane Beach Access, the Coral Casino, and the Biltmore. In an inspiring finale, Joe Campanelli was recognized with the Jacaranda Award for Outstanding Community Service. From his introduction in college to nonprofit leadership, he has spent a lifetime supporting people's passions as he led organizations in enriching our community. His award was presented by Joanne Funari and Michelle Martinich of American Riviera Bank, which he helped to found. Sponsors of the event included Patron: VOICE News; Advocate: La Arcada Investment Corp; Montecito Bank & Trust; Santa Barbara Trust Company / Arlington Financial Advisors; Ally: Santa Barbara Botanic Garden; Wine: La Lieff Wines and Dan Encell; and Florals: Por La Mar Nursery. 2026 property judges included: Robert Adams; Joe Campanelli; Michelle Damiani; Mary Harris; Kendall Hunter; Jennifer Johnson; Sarita King; Fred Lehto; Julie Nguyen-Friedman; Trace Robinson; Suzanne Spillman; Kawena Warren; Dennis Whelan; John Whitehurst; guided by judging chair SBBeautiful.org Teri Bianchi. Photos by Isaac Hernández de Lipa
Joe Campanelli received the Jacaranda Award for Outstanding Community Service. It was presented by Joanne Funari and Michelle Martinich of American Riviera Bank. Also in the photo are Paula Campanelli, and their daughter Anna and granddaughter.
Business in Art Award
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Darrell McNeill, Chair of the City of SB Arts Advisory Committee presented the award to Nate Grotenuis of ArtLabbé, along with Hannah Rubalcava
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Sisters Emily Schwabecher and Stephanie Ornani accepted the award for their parents
2024 GARDEN STREET Property Owners: Ann Marie & Scott Powers Project Architect & Builder: A. Page Brown (Deceased) Landscape Designer: Ann Marie Powers Landscape Contractor & Maintenance: Joel De La Mora, RMJ Landscaping
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SBB 2026 Board of Directors: Front: Kerry Methner, Mark Whitehurst, Melinda Mettler, Jo Ann Mermis, Leslee Sipress, Caroline Rutledge, Penny Haberman, Mariko Tabar, Teri Bianchi, and Jacqueline Dyson. Back: David Gress, Jeffrey Sipress, Francine Kirsch, Pat McGinnis, Duke McPherson, and Roman Baratiak
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FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MURAL PROJECT, 1111 East Mason St Property Owner: Santa Barbara Unified School District, Hilda Maldonado, Superintendent of Schools Property Owner: Santa Barbara Unified School District, Casie Kilgore, Franklin Elementary School Principal Primary Artist: Sergio Martinez De Jesus, Checkos COMMERCIAL BUILDING: Casa De La Vina, 513 De La Vina Street Property Owner: Arvand Sabetien, ZenStay Principal Architect: Clay Aurell, Co-Founder, AB Design Studio Principal Architect: Josh Blumer, Co-Founder, AB Design Studio Principal Architect: Eric Behr, CoDirector, AB Design Studio Project Architect: Eric Behr, AB Design Studio Design Architect: Will Rivera Technical Architect: Juan Garcia-Mauri General Contractor: Arvand Sabetien, Arvand Contracting LLC Structural Engineer: Seyedeh (Massy) Sabetien, Avesta Engineering Design Director & Procurement Lead: Kristina (Shaliz) Nakashima Landscape Designer: Kristina (Shaliz) Nakashima Landscape Contractor & Maintenance: Cody Sell, Superior Landscaping
Commercial Sign
Santa Barbara Commons: Public Open Space THE BRASS BEAR BREWING UPTOWN 3302 MCCAW AVENUE Business Owner & Commercial Sign Designer: Lindsay Anderson, The Brass Bear Brewing Uptown Commercial Sign Project Manufacturer: Paul Strickland, Goodland Signs & Designs
Multi-Family Home SANTA BARBARA COMMONS / PUBLIC OPEN SPACE 1200 BLOCK OF STATE STREET FEATURING THE NATIVE PLANTS PILOT PROJECT
MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENCE: COVENANT LIVING AT THE SAMARKAND - 2550 TREASURE DRIVE Property Owner: Linda Perez, Executive Director Covenant Living West Landscape Architect: Martha Degasis ASLA, Arcadia Studio Landscape Contractor: Sarah Kitson, Kitson Landscape Management LLC Landscape Maintenance: Mike Joseph, CEO, Kitson Landscape Management LLC
Event & Property photos by Isaac Hernández de Lipa
Property Owner: Mayor Randy Rowse, City of Santa Barbara State Street Master Planner: Tess Harris AICP, City of Santa Barbara Downtown Services Manager: Sarah Clark, City of Santa Barbara Project Planner: Chelsea Swanson, City of Santa Barbara Downtown Plaza and Parking Manager: Ed France, City of Santa Barbara Acting Deputy City Administrator: Alelia Parenteau, City of Santa Barbara Project Leader: Sharon Rich, Friends of State Street Project Landscape Architect: Christian B. Hedberg, Friends of State Street UC Master Gardener Volunteer: Laura Hess, Friends of State Street Executive Director: Steve Windhager, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Director of Impact and Advocacy: Eric Cardenas, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Director of Horticulture and Operations: Keith Nevison, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Garden Landscape Installation & Maintenance: Rigo Carmona 2003 Honorees whose work provides the backbone of the State Street Streetscape: Landscape Architect: Bob Cunningham ASLA Landscape Contractor: Karlskindt-Crum Sandstone Fabrication: Oswald Da Ros, Da Ros Masonry
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Young students tap UCSB archive to reflect on century-old Fiesta celebration By Keith Hamm, The UC Santa Barbara Current • 10.5.26
The exhibit, on display at Casa de la Guerra in downtown Santa Barbara, evokes nostalgia for Fiesta’s traditional food, live music and family outings to rodeos and flamenco performances. At the same time, the show’s reimagined Fiesta flyers and scale-model parade floats call for more recognition of wide-ranging cultural histories and speak to underlying anxieties tied to federal immigration enforcement actions. “There are as many opinions about Fiesta as there are residents of Santa Barbara,” said Anne Petersen, executive director of the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation (SBTHP), which teamed up with UCSB to provide primary source material for the students’ projects during the 2025–26 academic year. “We are pleased to present several points of view about this complex tradition, created by our local students. We can all find inspiration in their creative interpretations of Fiesta.”
A student work at the “Finding Fiesta” museum exhibit at Casa de la Guerra
has shaped Fiesta over the decades and how many of the city’s diverse communities may have modified Fiesta to reflect their own experiences. “We created the Community in Action program so that K-12 teachers could explore the role that students can play in shaping the public narratives of the entangled histories of their local communities,” said Susan Derwin, IHC director. “During the Finding Fiesta workshop, it was inspiring to see the teachers research and discuss the history of the celebration as they developed lesson plans. We are grateful to our partner organization, the Santa Barbara Trust For Historic Preservation, for designing an exhibition around the creative and insightful work that students produced.” “Through our collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Humanities Center and talented teachers, we created an opportunity to lift up the too-often unheard, diverse and powerful voices and viewpoints of local students about Fiesta,” added Kevin McGarry, SBHTP’s associate director for public engagement. The show features more than two dozen
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A “Community in Action” installment of the Interdisciplinary Humanities Center (IHC) at UCSB, the project began in summer 2025 as 11 teachers from six local junior high and high schools convened for a three-day workshop at SBTHP and UCSB Library’s Special Research Collections. The teachers brainstormed learning opportunities as they pored through archival boxes of newspaper clippings, festival brochures, vendor lists and recipe books, among other materials. As they formulated lesson plans, the teachers kept in mind how Santa Barbara’s colonial past
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A YEARLONG ARCHIVAL PROJECT by students in Santa Barbara junior high and high schools culminated over the summer with “Finding Fiesta,” an exhibit exploring the diverse communities and current events reshaping the city’s annual Old Spanish Days summer celebration.
“Finding Fiesta” runs through Oct. 25 at Casa de la Guerra in downtown Santa Barbara
pieces on wall display, with dozens more accessible in a bound volume centered in the exhibit. Essays, drawings, interpretations of traditional corrido ballads and photographed cascarones (confettifilled eggs), share exhibit space with poster collages of traditional Fiesta scenery — Old Mission Santa Barbara, for example — layered with rows of masked ICE agents and acknowledgment of the region’s Chumash origins. “I’m always interested in opportunities that invite us to critically examine history and texts,” said Bridget Sepulveda-Sandoval, an English teacher at Goleta Valley Junior High. “Having the opportunity to share space with and hear from members of our community that don’t often have a platform to share their Fiesta experiences not only reinforced my understanding of the celebration as a complex event with many inherent tensions, but it also gave me the inspiration to center the voices of our immigrant and Mexican American community.” “It was such a joyful lesson,” she added. “My students were truly engaged with the film and articles we analyzed, and enjoyed expressing their creativity through designing their own cascarones. They held meaningful conversations around cultural imagery, cascarón vendor rights and how to best approach their art.” The “Finding Fiesta” exhibit is open 12–4 p.m., Thursday-Sunday, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 25, at Casa de la Guerra, 15 East De La Guerra St. in downtown Santa Barbara. Printed with permission of UCSB Office of Public Affairs and Communications.
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Heroes Of Hospice Awards Honors Community Leaders the loss of loved ones and processing her grief, while relating to her experiences HEROES OF HOSPICE RECEIVED before, during, and after her book Wild. RECOGNITION AND AWARDS from She shared her experience of her mother’s Hospice Santa Barbara passing, at a time at their 14th annual when hospice was in luncheon and fundraiser its infancy and her held at the Hilton Santa path to overcome Barbara Beachfront grief, followed by Resort Hotel, on her later experience September 27th. losing her husband and the outstanding “Our 2026 Heroes support she received embody what is so from hospice was special about this inspiring. David Selberg with Medical Hero community—the Dr. Fred Kass willingness to care Dr. Fred Kass was for one another, to honored with the Medical collaborate, and to use our Hero Award for being a individual gifts in service champion of HSB and a to others,” said David decades long supporter. Selberg, CEO of Hospice of As an oncologist, he was an Santa Barbara. “Dr. Kass, early supporter of HSB’s Partners for Kids, and VOICE Patient Care Services Magazine have each made a program and referred many meaningful difference in the patients and families for lives of others, and we are its compassionate, nonhonored to celebrate them.” Cheryl Strayed, Keynote medical support. Dr. Kass Speaker Keynote and Inspirational is renowned in his field and speaker Cheryl Strayed, a New York Times served the Santa Barbara Center from its bestselling author, shared deeply about Photos courtesy Hospice of Santa Barbara
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inception until recently as he prepared for retirement. His unwavering dedication to cancer health care and prevention information, paired with his loving and outstandig care for cancer patients made him a prime candidate for this award. “Without Dr. Kass there would not be a Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara. His work in this field in Santa Barbara is beyond outstanding,” Executive Director of Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara Lori Willis shared.
VOICE Magazine, published by Mark Whitehurst and Kerry Methner, was also a recipient of the Partner Hero Award. It was noted VOICE has generously helped connect HSB and its programs with area residents and championed Santa Barbara’s nonprofits, arts, and community life for more than three Partners for Kids Partner Award: decades. Rebecca Simonitsch and Kieran Shah
Kerry and Mark shared their gratitude for the award and also recognized VOICE team members who were in attendance.
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Art Venues
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• GALLERIES • STUDIOS • MUSEUMS • PUBLIC PLACES •
PLAY:
Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin
Barbara 1925 – 2025: A Portrait in Maps; Finding Fiesta • through Oct 25 • $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
Exhibit on display at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum through November 29, 2026 Open daily: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
SBMM Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
Jim Balsitis
LCCCA Illuminations Gallery La Cumbre Plaza www.coyotetrack.com
10 West Gallery • Stunned by the Moment through Oct 25 • 10 W Anapamu • 12-5 Su, 11-5 We-Mo • 805-770-7711 • 10westgallery.com Architectural Fdn Gallery • What Remains by Don Scott & Ella Jennings: through Nov 7 • 229 E Victoria • 805-965-6307 • 1–4 some Sa & By Appt • afsb.org Arrediamo Fine Art & Rugs Gallery • 911.5 State St • 9:30-6 Mo-Sa • arrediamo.com
Kerry Methner • TheTouchofStone.com 805-570-2011 • VOICE Gallery
Art & Soul Gallery • Salt + Light New Paintings by Hilary Brock • through Nov 1 • 12-5 Th-Su; by appt • 1323 State St • artandsoulsb.com
113 Harbor Way, Suite 190, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Casa del Herrero • Gardens & House • by reservation • 1387 East Valley Rd • tours 10 & 2 We & Sa • 805-565-5653 • casadelherrero.com Channing Peake Gallery • Scaling the Walls • 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
sbmm.org • (805) 962-8404
Community Arts Workshop • 631 Garden St • 10-6pm Fri & By Appt • sbcaw.org
Art, Design & Architecture Museum, UCSB • Bonnie Ora Sherk: Life Frames Since 1970 and Jackie Amézquita: Gemidos de la Tierra through Nov 29 • 12-5 We-Su • museum.ucsb.edu
Corridan Gallery • 125 N Milpas • 11-6 We-Sa • 805-966-7939 • corridan-gallery.com
Art From Scrap • Explore Ecology • Creative ReUse Store& Art Workshop • 11-6 Tu-Fr, 10-5 Sa • exploreecology.org
El Presidio De Santa Bárbara • Nihonmachi Revisited; Memorias y Facturas - ongoing • 123 E Canon Perdido St • 10:30-4:30 Daily • sbthp.org
ArtLabbé Gallery • Hidden Treasures: Rescued from the Storage Locker • through Oct 22 • Free art, music, & exercise classes to our individuals with special needs & family members • Tu, We, Th, Su 12-5:30; Fr 12-5 • 111 Santa Barbara St, #H • artlabbe.org Atkinson Gallery • Rebecca Farr: Battle Cries through Oct 27 • Tu & We 10–2 • SBCC Humanities East Campus Rm 203 • atkinsongallerysbcc.com 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 • Untamed Desert: Captured by Paulette Donnellon, through Jan 18; 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 • Fine Print, Hard Lines: Housing and Exclusion in Santa Barbara • ongoing • Santa
Cypress Gallery • 119 E Cypress Av, Lompoc • 1-4 Th-Su & By Appt • 805-737-1129 • lompocart.org
Elverhøj Museum • Through the Eyes of Wiinblad through Jan 10 • History & Danish culture • 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang • 805-6861211 • 11-5 Th-Mo • elverhoj.org Faulkner Gallery • Abiding Legacy by the Oak Group • through Oct 30 • 40 E Anapamu St • 10-7 Mo-Th; 10-5 Fri; Sa; 12-5 Sun • 805-9627653. Fazzino 3-D Studio Gallery • 3-D original fine art • 1011 State St • 805-730-9109 • Fazzino.com Fuzion Gallery & Boutique • Hand blown glass, 100 + artists • 1115 State St • fuzionglass.com Gallery 113 • Members of the SB Art Assn • 1114 State St, #8, La Arcada Ct • 805-965-6611 • 11-5 Mo-Sa; 11-2 Su • gallery113sb.com Gallery Josephine • 133 E Anapamu St • Work by Josephine Tournier Ingram • 1st Thu & By Appt Gallery Los Olivos • A Personal Point of View by Karen McGaw and Carrie Givens through Oct 31 • Daily 10-5 • 2920 Grand Av • 805688-7517 • gallerylosolivos.com
Luna at 16 Tuffnellarts@hotmail.com 805-965-8950
Lenore Tolegian Hughes lenorehughes.com
Ganna Walska Lotusland • Gardens • by reservation • 695 Ashley Rd • 805-969-9990 • lotusland.org
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
Grace Fisher Fdn • Inclusive Arts Clubhouse • Paintings by Grace Fisher • 121 S Hope, La Cumbre Plaza • Tu-Su 11-5pm • gracefisherfoundation.org
Jewish Federation of Greater SB • Portraits of Survival interactive ~ Ongoing • 9-4pm Mo-Th; 9-3 Fr • 524 Chapala St • 805-957-1115 ext. 114
Indah Gallery • The Definition of Place by Nature, Art & Habitat (NAHR) Fellows through Oct 25 • Fri-Sun 12-5 • 2190 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez • indahgallery.org
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; Elevate Gallery; Illuminations Gallery •
Art Events Reception for The Recycled Show: ReFabrication • Works donated by local artists created with 75-80 percent up-cycled fabric and materials typically destined for the landfill • Community Arts Workshop • Free • sbcaw.org • 5-8pm Fr, 10/9. Reception for Square Perspectives • Cypress Art Gallery • meet artists and celebrate the exhibition • Free, public welcome • 1-3pm Sa, 10/10. Ojai Studio Artists Open Studio Tours • Art lovers, collectors, and more are invited to explore the private workspaces of 60 of Ojai’s most accomplished artists • Ojai Studio Artists Open Studio Tours • $25 • ojaistudioartists.org • 10am-5pm Sa, 10/10 through Mo, 10/12. In Between Worlds • Art exhibit and reception exploring how identities exist across cultures, languages & expectations • UCSB Multicultural Center Lounge • Free, reg recommended • mcc.sa.ucsb. edu • 5pm Tu, 10/13. Upcycle Couture Fashion Show Fundraiser • Art Collaborative • in honor of Jami Joelle Nielsen • Community Arts Workshop • $2785 • sbartscollaborative.org • 7-10pm Fr, 10/16. Carpinteria Creative Arts Market • Pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry, sewn articles • 8th St & Linden Av • Free • 2:30pm-6pm Thu. SB Arts & Crafts Show • Local artists & artisans • Free • 236 E Cabrillo Blvd • 10am-5pm Sun.
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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation • 10-5 Daily • 125 State St • 805-770-5000 • moxi.org
Fine Art Prints Greeting Cards and more
Museum of Contemporary Art SB • 11-6pm We-Su • 653 Paseo Nuevo • mcasantabarbara.org MCASB Satellite • Riviera Beach House • Alexis Childress: Migration, Memory, Movement; and Tristan Esmino: sa gawi ng araw • 121 State St.
San Lucas Rangeland by Kerri Hedden
The Oak Group Celebrates 40 Years With Abiding Legacy THE OL’ RANCHER’S SAYING “Leave the land better than you found it,” is the reminder we all need as the Oak Group continues their tradition of promoting preservation through art. The 2026 show benefits the California Rangeland Trust whose mission is to protect California rangelands through conservation agreements. The exhibit is now on view in the Faulkner Gallery at the Santa Barbara Central Library located at 40 East Anapamu Street, and runs through October 30th. oakgroup.org • rangelandtrust.org
Legacy Arts International • 12-5 We; 12-8 Th-Fr; 1-5 Sa-Su • La Cumbre Plaza • 310-880-6671 • legacyartsb.com Palm Loft Gallery • Make Hay While The Sun Shines • through Oct 31 • 10 Palm Av, Loft A1, Carpinteria • 1-6 Fr-Su & By Appt • 805-684-9700 • palmloft.com Patricia Clarke Studio • 410 Palm Av, Carpinteria • By Appt • 805-4527739 • patriciaclarkestudio.com Pippin • La Aracada’s newest art, antiques, boutique • 1114 State #24. Portico Fine Art Gallery • Jordan Pope & Gallery Artists • 11-5 Mo-Sa • 1235 Coast Village Rd • 805-7298454 • porticofinearts.com REH Contemporary • • 12 W Anapamu • Studio of Ruth Ellen Hoag and gallery for local artists • 805-689-0858 • RuthEllenHoag.com Santa Barbara Art Works • Arts Education for All • 28 E Victoria St • 805-260-6705 • 8:30-4:30 Mo-Fr • sbartworks.org Santa Barbara Botanic Garden • Still Growing: 100 Years of California’s Native Plants through Mar 2027 • 1212 Mission Canyon Rd • 10-5 daily • 805-682-4726 • sbbg.org Santa Barbara City Hall Gallery • Scaling The Walls • featuring Arts Alliance members • 735 Anacapa St.
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Multi-Artist Studio/Gallery Spaces • La Cumbre Plaza • 12-5 Tu-Su • lcccasb.com Linden Studio • Art & Artifacts • 963 Linden Ave, Carpinteria • 805570-9195. Lompoc Library Grossman Gallery • 501 E North Av, Lompoc • 805-588-3459 Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center • Artist’s Choice • through Nov 21 • 12-4 Th-Mo • 865 Linden • 805-684-7789 • carpinteriaartscenter.org
Maker House • Muddy Madness and the Eloquence of Clay: An Exhibition Celebrating Ceramic Sculpture, through Nov 7 • 9-9 MoTh; 9-5 Fr-Su • 1351 Holiday Hill Rd • 805-565-CLAY • 10-4 Daily • makerhouse.org Marcia Burtt Gallery • Landscape paintings, prints, & books • 517 Laguna St • 1-5 Th-Su & By Appt • 805-962-5588 • artlacuna.com Mate Gallery • Beach images alongside vintage oils, gifts • 1014 Coast Village Rd • 805-895-6283 • mategallery.com
Santa Barbara Fine Art • Places from the Heart • Landscapes & sculptor Bud Bottoms • 1321 State St • 1-6 We-Sa & By Appt • 805845-4270 • santabarbarafineart.com Santa Barbara Historical Museum • Project Fiesta!: Arte de los Mantónes and Finding Saint Barbara; 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 • Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin through Nov 29 • The Chumash, Whaling, Commercial Diving, Surfing, Shipwrecks, First Order Fresnel Lens, and SB Lighthouse Women Keepers ~
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Ongoing • 113 Harbor Wy, Ste 190 • 10-5 Daily • 805-962-8404 • SBMM.org Santa Barbara Museum Of Art • For Your Reference: Mungo Thomson, through Oct 25; As if in a Dream: History, Fantasy, Future through Jan 3; Cassatt & Friends through Jan 3 • 11-5 Tu-Su; 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 Nov 8; Chumash Basketry: Art & Life through Nov 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 • Western Edge through Nov 4 • 2375 Foothill Rd • 10-6 Daily • 805-682-4722 • 2ndfridaysart.com Santa Ynez Chumash Museum • A Legacy of Culture, Innovation, and Resilience • 3500 Numancia St, SY • Thu-Sun 10-5pm • sychumashmuseum.org Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum • 3596 Sagunto St • 124pm We-Su • santaynezmuseum.org Sahyun Genealogical Library • Research family history • 316 Castillo St • Tue/Thu 10-4; Sun & 3rd Sat 1-4 • SBGen.org Seimandi & Leprieur • Julie Anderson Mathias: In Studio through Nov 8 • 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
RUTH ELLEN HOAG
www.ruthellenhoag.com @ruthellenhoag 805-689-0858 ~inquire for studio classes~
Sullivan Goss • Mary Austin Klein: Lucidity through Nov 29; Patricia Chidlaw: Blue Room through Oct 26; Fall Salon II through Nov 23 • 11 E Anapamu St • 10-5:30 daily • 805730-1460 • sullivangoss.com Susan Quinlan Doll & Teddy Bear Museum • 122 W Canon Perdido • 11-4 Fr-Sa; Su-Th by appt • quinlanmuseum.com • 805-687-4623 SYV Historical Museum & Carriage House • Art of The Western Saddle • ongoing • 3596 Sagunto St, SY • 12-4 Sa, Su • 805688-7889 • santaynezmuseum.org Tamsen Gallery • Transitioning to Bridges Gallery in Dec • 1309 State St • 12-5 We-Su • 805-7052208 • tamsengallery.com UCSB Library Ocean Gallery • Creating Community Through Books: 20 Years of UCSB Reads through Jan 2027 • library.ucsb.edu Voice Gallery • Goleta Vallery Art Association • through Oct 31 • La Cumbre Plaza H-124 • 10-5:30 M-F; 1-5 Sa-Sun • 805-965-6448 Waterhouse Gallery Montecito • Notable CA & National Artists • 1187 Coast Village Rd • 11-5 Mo-Su • 805962-8885 • waterhousegallery.com Waterhouse Gallery SB • Notable CA & National Artists • La Arcada Ct, 1114 State St, #9 • 11-5 Mo-Sa • 805-962-8885 • waterhousegallery.com Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum Of Art • Haptic Knowing through Nov 7; As It Is in Heaven: Encaustic Paintings by Marissa Voytenko through Dec 19 • Mon-Fri 10-4; and Sat 11-5 • westmont.edu/museum The Yes Store • Art by Local Artists • 1015 State St • M-F: 11am6pm; Sa:10:30am-6pm; Su: 10:30am5pm • theyesstore.com
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THREE NEW LIBRARY CARD DESIGNS HAVE BEEN UNVEILED by the Santa Barbara Public Library, in partnership with the Santa Barbara Zoo and patrons can choose from the designs when signing up for a library card.
categories: youth, teen, and adult.
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Wild About Reading Library Card Design Contest Winners Celebrate the zoo and the library with your Library Card! Kelly Hudson's, Wild Things earned the Adult Winner spot. “I never would have thought to draw this on my own, and I was absolutely enchanted by the process of making it. That sense of discovery and delight feels, to me, very much at the heart of both the library and the zoo.”
These designs were created by patrons who submitted to the Wild About Reading Library Card Design Contest, which ran from July 27th to August 12th, inviting participants to answer the question “How would your favorite zoo animal read?”
Eleanore Preloger's Humboldt Happiness is the Teen Winner. “When I heard about this art contest, it was the perfect match! It combined drawing, animals, and reading, my favorite things. The Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Public Library are both beautiful spaces where I go to learn more about my passions.” The Youth Winner is Khayukti Gandrothula's Blending in with the Story. "Just like a chameleon blends into its environment, I like to blend into the stories I read. And because I am a curious reader, I wish I could use my eyes – like a chameleon and read two pages at the same time!"
“This contest offered community members of all ages an opportunity to reflect on two local iconic institutions, Santa Barbara’s beautiful zoo and historic library system,” said Brandon Beaudette, Library Director.
your card with a fresh new design.
To celebrate the new cards, stop in at a very special State Street Farmers Market with Library on the Go, on October 20th. There you can choose a new card design, take photos with larger-than-life versions of the winning designs, and connect with Library and Zoo staff. Library on the Go at State Street Farmers Market • State Street, near Canon Perdido St • 4-6:30pm Tuesday, 10/20. Biblioteca Móvil en el mercado de agricultores de la calle State • Calle State, cerca de Calle Canon Perdido • 4-6:30pm Martes, 10/20.
Drop by any Santa Barbara Public Library location or Library on the Go to choose one of the new designs when signing up for a new card, or if you’re an existing cardholder, you can replace
More than 50 submissions, featuring animals from across the globe were considered and voted on by zoo and library staff in three age
Santa Barbara Adventure Company Tour Concession Extended A NEW TEN-YEAR CONCESSION CONTRACT TO CONTINUE GUIDING VISITOR EXPERIENCES AND GUEST SERVICES AT SCORPION ANCHORAGE on Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park has been offered to Santa Barbara Adventure Company. Under the new contract, which begins in 2027, Santa Barbara Adventure Company, doing business as Channel Islands Adventure Company, will continue to operate guided sea kayak tours, guided snorkel tours, snorkel equipment rentals, and convenience sales at Scorpion Anchorage.
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This selection continues a nearly two-decade relationship with Channel Islands National Park. The company has operated guided sea kayak tours within the park since 2007 and has served as the
concessioner at Scorpion Anchorage under its current ten-year contract since 2017. “We are incredibly honored to have the opportunity to continue serving visitors to Channel Islands National Park for another ten years,” said Michael Cohen, President of Santa Barbara Adventure Company. “Santa Cruz Island is an extraordinary place, and we take seriously the responsibility that comes with helping people experience it. We’re grateful to the National Park Service for the opportunity to continue this work and excited to build on everything our team has accomplished.”
Over the past decade, the company has helped connect visitors with the natural and cultural resources of Santa Cruz Island through professionally guided outdoor experiences at Scorpion Anchorage. Its approach incorporates environmental education, responsible recreation, Leave No Trace principles, marine wildlife awareness, and conservation stewardship. As a Certified Green Business, the company also employs sustainability practices ranging from waste reduction and responsible purchasing to solar-powered island operations. “Our guides are at the heart of what we do,” said Cohen. “They bring together technical expertise, local knowledge, and a genuine passion for the Channel Islands. For us, these trips are about much more than kayaking or snorkeling. They’re an opportunity to help people develop a deeper
understanding of this remarkable place and why it deserves to be protected.” The company has also received extensive national recognition in recent years, including being named the No. 1 Kayak Tour in the U.S. by USA Today readers in 2026, 2025, and 2024 and the No. 1 Best Adventure Tour Company by Newsweek in 2026. Its Channel Islands sea cave kayaking experience was also recognized as a Sunset Travel Award winner in 2026 and 2025. The new concession contract provides the opportunity to continue serving Channel Islands National Park visitors for another decade while building on a longstanding commitment to highquality guided experiences, responsible recreation, environmental education, and stewardship of the SBAdventureCo.com Channel Islands.
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By Shelly Leachman, The UC Santa Barbara Current • 9.28.26
ALUMNA LINDA (LA KRETZ ‘77) DUTTENHAVER and her late father, Morton La Kretz, have made a major new gift to UC Santa Barbara to help establish a community hub for translating environmental research into practical policy. Planned for West Campus, the La Kretz Environmental Crossroads, as it will be called, will bring together scientists, scholars, and industry experts from various fields to develop and launch sustainable solutions for the environment. The project adds to a rich family legacy of support for environmental causes at UCSB and elsewhere. Morton La Kretz had a long history of philanthropy at UCLA among many other places across Los Angeles. “This is the fulfillment of a dream,” said Duttenhaver, a member of the UCSB Foundation Board of Trustees. “I am very happy and proud to support this project. It is being named after my Dad,
who passed away a few months ago at 100 years old. We talked about this project over the previous years and he was very excited about it.” A donor to UCSB for nearly two decades, Duttenhaver’s generosity includes gifts to Sedgwick Reserve, to renovate and restore its historic barn and Ranch House and, with her father, to establish the La Kretz Research Center. She has also supported UCSB’s restoration efforts at North Campus Open Space as well as the Education Abroad Program. The La Kretz Environmental Crossroads is her biggest undertaking yet. “The La Kretz Environmental Crossroads is a visionary investment that will further elevate UC Santa Barbara’s standing as an interdisciplinary convener and global leader in our quest to develop innovative and lasting climate solutions,” said UCSB Chancellor Dennis Assanis. “We are deeply grateful to Linda Duttenhaver for her extraordinary partnership and are so proud that this landmark hub will honor
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An artist’s rendering of the La Kretz Environmental Crossroads shows the view from the main entry and an elevated porch with the ocean in the distance
the legacy of her father, Morton La Kretz.” Significantly, the Crossroads will also help to revitalize the university’s West Campus, aligning perfectly with Duttenhaver’s passion for restoration in the broadest sense of the word. Planned for the Devereux site on West Campus, it includes renovation of three aging, unused structures nestled in a significant environmental landscape — making the project itself a working model for addressing the sustainability challenges that UCSB hopes it will help to solve. Backed by mountains, the site faces the ocean and UCSB’s Coal Oil Point Reserve, looking out toward a marine protected area and, Duttenhaver noted, “onto the very spot where the environmental movement was born: the giant oil spill in 1969 in the Santa Barbara Channel.” “I knew that I wanted to do something environmental, but I didn’t even know what the ‘something’ was,” Duttenhaver said. “Over time, it evolved into this idea of ‘the place’ for all things environmental — a community-centered
space for NGO’s, government, nonprofits, UCSB and other organizations to address the planet’s most pressing environmental issues.” Once completed, the new facility will provide a permanent space for collaboration and showcase the university’s work in environmental leadership and climate action. “The La Kretz family has long championed California’s environment, and Linda’s gift carries that legacy forward in an inspiring way,” said UCSB Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovation Kelly Caylor, a professor in the Department of Geography and at the Bren School for Environmental Science & Management. “It empowers our campus to create a focused place where great environmental science will accelerate into real-world impact by connecting our researchers and students with the agencies, communities, and partners who put solutions to work. We are honored by her vision and thrilled to bring the Crossroads to life.” Printed with permission of UCSB Office of Public Affairs and Communications
An artist’s rendering shows the center’s main entry with a view of the reception area, a community living room and porch.
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