Articles From : Edhat Staff
Antiques, Decorative Arts & Vintage Show to Benefit CALM
From 18th century to mid-century modern, this antique and decorative arts show is presented by over eighty dealers throughout the West. Added dealers with folk art, new age treasures, paintings, garden artifacts, jewelry, silver and more vintage, display something special for every decorative need and every collector. The sale and show will take place at Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, California, on November 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2018. Admission is $6 ($5 for seniors or those with an online discount coupon) children are free and parking is free.
Free film screening in Santa Ynez
EQUAL MEANS EQUAL offers an unflinching look at how women are treated in the United States today. Examining both real-life stories and precedent-setting legal cases, director Kamala Lopez uncovers how outdated and discriminatory attitudes inform and influence seemingly disparate issues, from workplace harassment to domestic violence, rape and sexual assault to the foster care system, and the healthcare conglomerate to the judicial system.
Super Sunday Phone-a-thon
The Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara’s single largest outreach fundraising effort, Super Sunday, will take place on October 28th. Dozens of volunteers will staff phones at the Federation’s Bronfman Family Jewish Community Center, calling hundreds of people with hopes of raising funds for essential social programs such as senior services, counseling, the popular “Schmooze Room” weekly nutritional meal program, fitness classes, art exhibits, and other popular programs currently offered at no charge to local community members.
An Evening of Poetry with Chrysanthemum Tran
Join the MCC as we welcome Chrysanthemum Tran, a queer and trans Vietnamese-American poet, performer, and educator. Having first made history in 2016 as the first transfeminine finalist of the Women of the World Poetry Slam, she is currently the highest ranked trans woman slam poet in the world. Chrysanthemum's writing has been featured in Them., The offing, Bettering American Poetry Anthology, among others. Her work explored the continuing legacies of the Vietnam War, histories of queer policing and visibility, and her experiences as a trans woman of color surviving today.
Dog of the Week: Apple
Meet Apple, a little lovebug who's either named after a celebrity child or a piece of fruit. Either way, she's available for adoption!
Cat of the Week: Tattoo
Meet Tattoo, a spunky kitty who's looking for a new owner, with or without tattoos.
Santa Barbara Police Release Lip Sync Challenge Video
The Santa Barbara Police Department has released their much-anticipated lip sync challenge video that features a famous local celebrity.
SBCEO to host 66th Annual Breakfast with the Authors on October 27th
A handwriting analyst, costumes of famous literary characters, and engaging conversation with world-renowned children’s authors and illustrators are just some of the exciting things featured at the 66th annual Breakfast with the Authors, hosted by the Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO) from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, in the SBCEO auditorium, 4400 Cathedral Oaks Road. Members of the community, age 12 and over, are invited to attend.
SB Public Library Hosts Writing Workshop with California Hope 805
Santa Barbara Public Library, in partnership with California Hope 805, an organization established in response to the Thomas Fire and Montecito Debris Flow events to support the wellness of the community. Learn more about California Hope 805 on the County of Santa Barbara website.
San Marcos High School ASB will hold SBUSB Candidate Forum October 18th.
San Marcos High School ASB will conduct a Santa Barbara Unified School Board Candidate Forum on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the San Marcos High School Auditorium. This event is open to all community members.
The event will consist of candidates being asked a series of predetermined student and staff-generated questions.
Sheriff's Benevolent Posse Invites You to a Special Event in Los Olivos
A late afternoon celebration, dinner and limited item auction to benefit the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Benevolent Posse will be held at the historic 1886 Mattei’s Tavern located at 2350 Railway Avenue in Los Olivos on Sunday afternoon, October 21 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
A Day in the Life of a Representative: Lois Capps Lecture
The Humanist Society presents a lecture by former California State Representative Lois Capps on October 20th at 3:00 p.m.
Ruptured Gas Line Causes Evacuations in Solvang
A main gas line ruptured in Solvang Wednesday morning causing an evacuation of nearby homes.
Santa Barbara Mission Vandalized with Red Paint
Old Mission Santa Barbara was vandalized with red paint with the words rape and genocide written near the church doors early Wednesday morning.
Fire Put Out in Mission Canyon Home Under Construction
Firefighters knocked down a fire inside a home under construction in the Mission Canyon area early Wednesday morning.
Collage at the End of Time Opens this Friday at Art From Scrap
Collage at the End of Time is a group show featuring the work of Santa Barbara artists Steve Fields, Rebecca Traver, and David Holland. Join us for the opening and reception at the Art From Scrap Gallery this Friday, October 12th, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
(Photo Collage by David Holland)
Book Signing with Jane Sherron DeHart
Chaucer's Books is both eager and honored to host a book signing with local author and UCSB professor, Jane Sherron DeHart, whose new book is entitled Ruth Bader Ginsburg- - A Life. The book, released just this month, has garnered rave reviews, and Ms. DeHart is currently on a book tour throughout the US. But she has kindly saved a night for her hometown bookstore.
Paseo Nuevo Fall Runway Show
WHAT: Fall’s newest trends are hitting the runway on Saturday, October 20th when Paseo Nuevo retailers and pop-ups reveal their latest fall trends in active, beach, holiday, and evening wear. The free event will include a Sephora Beauty Bar, Saje Natural Wellness Misting Station, Beats by DJ Darla Bea, pop-up shops in Center Court, one-day exclusive deals, and the highly anticipated 1:00pm runway show featuring over 30 models wearing looks available at Paseo Nuevo.
47th Annual Old-Time Fiddlers' Convention & Festival
Goleta Valley Historical Society will host the 47th Annual Old-Time Fiddlers' Convention & Festival at Rancho La Patera & Stow House on Sunday, October 14th. A free concert will also be held the day before to kick off the weekend.
The music festival features all-day entertainment, one of the premier Old-Time Music contests on the West Coast, free workshops taught by some of the best teachers in the industry, opportunities to “jam” with other musicians, family-friendly fun and much more.
Westerlay Orchids, Porch and Corktree Cellars host the first annual Fall Harvest Progressive
November 3rd, Carpinteria celebrates the arrival of fall as Westerlay Orchids, Porch and Corktree Cellars host the first annual Fall Harvest Progressive in support of volunteer hospice organization Compassionate Care of Carpinteria. Get your creative juices flowing when you design your very own live orchid display and eco-print silk scarf to capture a little piece of summertime’s natural beauty before bidding it farewell.