“Tchaikovsky poured his soul into his symphonies,” says Music & Artistic Director Nir Kabaretti. “Symphonies that would express his inner anguish and romantic passions as no music had ever dared to.” Join Nir and The Symphony for an immersion into Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony on opening weekend. Nir takes you behind the notes to discover how […]

“Tchaikovsky poured his soul into his symphonies,” says Music & Artistic Director Nir Kabaretti. “Symphonies that would express his inner anguish and romantic passions as no music had ever dared to.” Join Nir and The Symphony for an immersion into Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony on opening weekend. Nir takes you behind the notes to discover how […]

ParentConnect is a weekly, drop-in, peer support group for parents and caregivers of a tween, teen, or young adult struggling with a mental health challenge. Registration is required. We will follow up and provide you with the information needed to participate.

Join us for an unforgettable night of talent, laughter, and community at our Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-timer, all skills are welcome at this event. Take the stage and showcase your skills with a 5-minute set, and let your creativity and originality shine. You could be a singer, poet, musician, or […]

Education series for parents/caregivers of youth, ages 5-12. Skills-building group to strengthen parent-child relationships and improve communication. Learn strategies to recognize your parenting strengths, how to manage stress, and how to handle parenting during conflict. FEB 7, 21, 28  – Virtual via Zoom **We ask that parents attend all sessions in a series.** TOPIC: DE-ESCALATION STRATEGIES FOR […]

Education series for parents/caregivers of youth, ages 5-12. Skills-building group to strengthen parent-child relationships and improve communication. Learn strategies to recognize your parenting strengths, how to manage stress, and how to handle parenting during conflict. FEB 7, 21, 28  – Virtual via Zoom **We ask that parents attend all sessions in a series.** TOPIC: DE-ESCALATION STRATEGIES FOR […]

In celebration of Family History Month and international Home Movie Day, the UCSB Library’s Santa Barbara Community Archives Project is partnering with the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) to promote the importance of home movie collections and to provide free digitization services for Santa Barbara community members. Digitized materials will be preserved for future generations in the Library’s […]

In celebration of Family History Month and international Home Movie Day, the UCSB Library’s Santa Barbara Community Archives Project is partnering with the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) to promote the importance of home movie collections and to provide free digitization services for Santa Barbara community members. Digitized materials will be preserved for future generations in the Library’s […]

Join Planned Parenthood Central Coast Action Fund on Thursday, October 24th at 6:30 pm at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Santa Barbara for our voter education event, Ballot Buzz!   Help ease election day jitters with Planned Parenthood Young Advocates. We'll give a short overview on what's in your ballot and help you make […]

Join Planned Parenthood Central Coast Action Fund on Thursday, October 24th at 6:30 pm at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Santa Barbara for our voter education event, Ballot Buzz!   Help ease election day jitters with Planned Parenthood Young Advocates. We'll give a short overview on what's in your ballot and help you make […]

Bear Cave Comedy - Clean(ish) Comedy & Margaritas is a weekly stand up comedy show featuring the best comics working today that you've seen or heard on After Midnight, Netflix, Hulu, Last Comic Standing, Jimmy Kimmel, Comedy Central, TV Land, Apple TV+, SiriusXM and more.

Come join us for an architectural walking tour of historic buildings in downtown Santa Barbara. Hear the rich anecdotal history of buildings such as de la Guerra Adobe, El Paseo, Meridian Studios, Lobero Theatre among others. The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara offers its Sabado Architectural Walking Tour each Saturday beginning at 10:00am. Tour leaves […]

Lincoln Elementary School was established c. 1870, Santa Barbara’s first elementary school, at the corner of Cota and Anacapa Streets.  “Lincoln school must never be forgotten.  It was the downtown school for the working class, with many wonderful stories.” (Chuck Bischof) Come celebrate Lincoln Elementary School 150-year anniversary party and reunion,  Saturday October 26, 2024 from 11:00 […]

Lincoln Elementary School was established c. 1870, Santa Barbara’s first elementary school, at the corner of Cota and Anacapa Streets.  “Lincoln school must never be forgotten.  It was the downtown school for the working class, with many wonderful stories.” (Chuck Bischof) Come celebrate Lincoln Elementary School 150-year anniversary party and reunion,  Saturday October 26, 2024 from 11:00 […]

Join us every Saturday from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm for a fun-filled Crafternoon in the EE Makerspace above Art From Scrap! Be inspired by our reuse materials and see where your imagination takes you. Theme for August: Exploring Emotions & Mindfulness This month, embark on a journey of self-discovery and emotional exploration. Learn how […]

In collaboration with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, artists of all levels are invited to paint en plein air in the gardens under the influence of the painters of the Barbizon School who found their inspiration in the French countryside, and whose work is on view in the current exhibition "A Legacy of Giving: […]

In collaboration with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, artists of all levels are invited to paint en plein air in the gardens under the influence of the painters of the Barbizon School who found their inspiration in the French countryside, and whose work is on view in the current exhibition A Legacy of Giving: The […]

In collaboration with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, artists of all levels are invited to paint en plein air in the gardens under the influence of the painters of the Barbizon School who found their inspiration in the French countryside, and whose work is on view in the current exhibition "A Legacy of Giving: […]

In collaboration with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, artists of all levels are invited to paint en plein air in the gardens under the influence of the painters of the Barbizon School who found their inspiration in the French countryside, and whose work is on view in the current exhibition A Legacy of Giving: The […]

The downtown Santa Barbara merchants welcome costumed children and their families to visit downtown for a safe Halloween Trick-or-Treat! Find participating businesses by looking for “Trick-or-Treat” signs in storefronts. Map coming soon!

The downtown Santa Barbara merchants welcome costumed children and their families to visit downtown for a safe Halloween Trick-or-Treat! Find participating businesses by looking for “Trick-or-Treat” signs in storefronts. Map coming soon!

Enjoy FREE live music every Saturday at Paseo Nuevo! Come enjoy live music every Saturday at Paseo! Head over to our website to see the featured artist each week: https://www.paseonuevosb.com/events *Musicians will be set up at Center Court, on the patio next to the Captain Fatty's Beer Garden!

The Down Syndrome Association of Santa Barbara County’s “Extraordinary Educator” 2024 Award will be presented to Buffy Jo Grenier Saturday, October 26th 5-9 pm at the “13th Annual Hoedown” at the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. Each year the DSASBC recognizes an Extraordinary Educator for their outstanding work with individuals with Down syndrome and others with […]

The Down Syndrome Association of Santa Barbara County’s “Extraordinary Educator” 2024 Award will be presented to Buffy Jo Grenier Saturday, October 26th 5-9 pm at the “13th Annual Hoedown” at the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. Each year the DSASBC recognizes an Extraordinary Educator for their outstanding work with individuals with Down syndrome and others with […]

Enjoy FREE live music every Saturday at Paseo Nuevo! Come enjoy live music every Saturday at Paseo! Head over to our website to see the featured artist each week: https://www.paseonuevosb.com/events *Musicians will be set up at Center Court, on the patio next to the Captain Fatty's Beer Garden!