Articles From : Edhat Staff
Solstice Parade Drum Contest
Happy Solstice Season! Enter edhat's annual drum counting contest for a chance to win a prize.
10 Intriguing Facts About Santa Barbara
An edhat reader shares a funny video of a comedian making fun of Santa Barbara's inconsistencies.
Man on State Street
An Edhat reader is inquiring about more information on a man who stands outside the art museum talking about Noah's Ark.
Finally, a Rock Opera About Isla Vista
Warm up your vocal cords because a rock opera has finally been produced about our beloved Isla Vista.
Help the City of Goleta Break Ground on the Goleta Valley Community Center Athletic Field
The City of Goleta is renovating the athletic field behind the Goleta Valley Community Center and adjacent to the Boys and Girls Club. The community is invited to a groundbreaking with City Council and City staff on Wednesday, June 19, at 2:30 p.m. Children are encouraged to attend.
Santa Ynez Polo Classic
The 8th Annual SYV Polo Classic will return to Piocho Ranch at Happy Canyon Vineyard in Santa Ynez for another year of fast, action-packed polo. VIP guests are treated to priority parking, private tented seating and dining area, sparkling wine and appetizer reception in private tent, entertainment, three-course luncheon, goody bag, silent auction, and the ever-popular hat contest. The event will also include 2 Club Sections with tented table seating, lunch, and limited beer and wine, as well as General Admission Seating.
Vegetation Fire Near Buellton
Santa Barbara County Fire crews are responding to a vegetation fire near Buellton in the 1900 block of W. Highway 246.
IMAGES OF OUR MARITIME COMMUNITY: SCAPE Art Show and Sale to Benefit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
Sponsored by Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment (SCAPE)
UMIJOO: Book Reading & Signing With Author Casson Trenor
Casson Trenor has dedicated his career to improving the relationship between human beings and our oceans. Trenor is the author of two books on ocean conservation, including 2019’s Umijoo, a children’s book about food, our oceans, and the importance of making responsible choices. He is a frequent commentator on ocean issues and has been featured in many international media outlets, including CNN, TIME, Forbes, Asahi Shimbun, and the New York Times.
Opening Night Gala
The Music Academy of the West’s 72nd Summer Festival launches next Friday, June 14 with a star-studded Opening Night Gala dedicated to pianist Jerome Lowenthal. We anticipate a sold out event to kick off the Festival. Following that, we’ll have more than 170 events through August 10 attended by more than 40,000 people at the Music Academy, the Granada and Lobero Theatres, and the Santa Barbara Bowl (Sun, Jul 14). We have fellows joining us here in SB from 22 states and 18 countries and 70 national and international guest artists who will be in residency.
Clothing Drive
In partnership with Transition House, Glenn Dallas Gallery hosts a clothing drive to benefit women and children in our community.
In the spirit of women helping women, Glenn Dallas Gallery is proud to partner with Transition House in accepting donations of new or gently used attire for women and families in need. Transition House is an organization in Santa Barbara dedicated to
providing life tools and support to families struggling with permanent housing and finances.
LA Times Exposes Santa Barbara's Marijuana Boom
Santa Barbara County officials have opened the door to host the world's largest marijuana farm, reports the Los Angeles Times.
Fire Crews Respond to Brush Fire in Santa Ynez
Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a brush fire in the 1200 Block of Alamo Pintado Road on Wednesday morning.
Locals Feud with Miramar Over Beach Access
Local residents and Miramar Resort have engaged in productive conversations after a video showed resort staff kicking local families off the beach.
An Ode to Donuts on National Donut Day
Mike breaks down donut language and all things sweet on National Donut Day.
Gutierrez Street Bridge Now Open
The City of Santa Barbara held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 30, to celebrate the completion of the Gutierrez Street Bridge.
Four Injured in Highway 1 Collision
Four people suffered injuries in a vehicle collision involving three cars on Highway 1 Wednesday morning.
Invoca Hosts Ribbon Cutting of State Street Headquarters
Local tech company Invoca hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Cathy Murillo of their new State Street Headquarters on Monday.
Firefighters Suppress 1/2 Acre Fire Near Sisquoc
Santa Barbara County firefighters responded to a 1/4 to 1/2 acre fire off Foxen Canyon Road near Sisquoc on Monday morning.
Local Firefighters Tackle Prescribed Burns at Camp Roberts
Santa Barbara County firefighters prepare for the upcoming fire season by training at Camp Roberts with prescribed burns.