Featuring more than 40 photographs and spanning over 41 years (1982-2023), Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone showcases William Neill’s extensive and longstanding dedication to the beauty of one of California’s first National Parks, celebrating everything from its grand vistas to the tiniest and most intimate details. During this artist-directed gallery tour, attendees will learn more about […]

Featuring more than 40 photographs and spanning over 41 years (1982-2023), Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone showcases William Neill’s extensive and longstanding dedication to the beauty of one of California’s first National Parks, celebrating everything from its grand vistas to the tiniest and most intimate details. During this artist-directed gallery tour, attendees will learn more about […]

Join us this Labor Day for an exciting and fun-filled Ice Skating Camp on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 9AM-3PM. For skaters ages 4-11, skaters will be grouped by age and ability. $85 for the day!

Join us this Labor Day for an exciting and fun-filled Ice Skating Camp on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 9AM-3PM. For skaters ages 4-11, skaters will be grouped by age and ability. $85 for the day!

Ellen Yeomans and Linda Hanly  brings to Gallery Los Olivos their September show, It Begins with Light.  Ellen loves to paint outdoors, mostly in Santa Barbara and creating exciting and joyful landscapes.  Linda gets up close and personal, painting or drawing local tended or wild flower gardens.  Together these women will bring their beautiful artistic […]

“Where Will I Go?” Navigating the Challenges of Placement as we age. Understanding Options, Overcoming Barriers, and Supporting Families. 1 p.m. hosted at Cody's Cafe 4898 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, Ca.  Light dessert, coffee and tea will be served compliments of Cody's Cafe! Special panel event featuring a group of 4 seasoned experts who will […]

Schneiders & Associates LLP invites our community to attend a free, in-person Estate Planning Seminar on Friday, September 18, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am at 300 E. Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, CA, in the downstairs conference room.  The seminar will be presented by Partners Roy Schneider and Jessica Villar, who will share practice guidance on […]

Downtown Santa Barbara's sizzling salsa & bachata dancing! Join us every Wednesday in September to enjoy free salsa & bachata lessons in front of M. Special (634 State Street) led by the amazing Brenda Ruiz from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by open dancing from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This event is open […]

Twenty-Four Blackbirds and WineCult are hosting a Fall Pairing Party! Get rid of those back to school blues and come enjoy music, drinks, dessert, and self-guided chocolate factory tours! We'll sell wine by the glass (non-alcoholic options available too!) paired with samplings of autumn inspired truffle flavors. Everything in our shop will be 10% off […]

Twenty-Four Blackbirds and WineCult are hosting a Fall Pairing Party! Get rid of those back to school blues and come enjoy music, drinks, dessert, and self-guided chocolate factory tours! We'll sell wine by the glass (non-alcoholic options available too!) paired with samplings of autumn inspired truffle flavors. Everything in our shop will be 10% off […]

Visit Goleta Valley Library Bookvan, Get Your Library Card and Enjoy Free Ice Skating from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Get ready to skate into the new school year! ⛸️ Join us at @iceinparadise on September 7 from 1:30pm – 3:30pm to enjoy free skating with your library card, check out the Bookvan, and dive into some fun […]

Taking bold measures to stop the climate crisis requires many of us — non-profit staff, professionals, recent college graduates, retirees, and community members — to work together. Anyone can be a Climate Steward. Join the groundswell of local climate action today. The Community Environmental Council's Climate Stewards certification course is offered in September, January, and […]

Taking bold measures to stop the climate crisis requires many of us — non-profit staff, professionals, recent college graduates, retirees, and community members — to work together. Anyone can be a Climate Steward. Join the groundswell of local climate action today. The Community Environmental Council's Climate Stewards certification course is offered in September, January, and […]

If you're considering an electric vehicle, now is the time to take advantage of thousands of dollars in savings. Join Community Environmental Council (CEC) at the National Drive Electric Month EV Incentives Resource Showcase to discover EV and e-bikes options, check out rebates and incentive programs, and get a one-on-one consultation with CEC staff to […]

The once-a-year annual Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Book Sale is returning to the Earl Warren Showgrounds from September 11-21, 2025, hosting 200,000 gently used books as well as puzzles, games, vinyl records, CDs, and DVD’s at exceptionally reasonable prices. Admission is FREE for the week except for Opening Night. Opening Night takes place September […]

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Central Coast at SCAPE’s (Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment) annual juried Fall Show, Nature’s Palette. Held at the prestigious Music Academy of the West in Lehmann Hall, this two-day event celebrates stunning local art, while supporting environmental education nonprofit Explore Ecology. The show opens on Friday, September […]

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Central Coast at SCAPE’s (Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment) annual juried Fall Show, Nature’s Palette. Held at the prestigious Music Academy of the West in Lehmann Hall, this two-day event celebrates stunning local art, while supporting environmental education nonprofit Explore Ecology. The show opens on Friday, September […]

The Sustainability & Resilience Department's Clean Community Division and MarBorg Industries are hosting a FREE Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event on Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Santa Barbara City College's Lot 2-C (La Playa Stadium Parking Lot - enter from Loma Alta Drive). Please Note: This event is open to […]

The Sustainability & Resilience Department's Clean Community Division and MarBorg Industries are hosting a FREE Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event on Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Santa Barbara City College's Lot 2-C (La Playa Stadium Parking Lot - enter from Loma Alta Drive). Please Note: This event is open to […]

Join us for a joyful morning of bilingual storytime and art, designed to support your child’s early literacy development through action rhymes, movement, and short stories in both English and Spanish. Children will build language, social, and motor skills, while caregivers connect and build community. Celebrate culture, creativity, and connection in this engaging event, part […]

Storms, betrayal, and revenge are in the air, but so are enchantment, love, and even redemption in Naked Shakes’ new production of “The Tempest,” presented in three outdoor performances in Elings Park’s Godric Grove, held Thursday and Friday, September 11 and 12 at 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 14 at 3 p.m. Currently celebrating its […]

PFLAG Santa Barbara invites you to their Annual Membership Meeting where we will celebrate being part of something bigger and makes plans for the coming year.  There is always time for discussion, sharing and support.  This is a Zoom meeting and pre-registration is required by emailing pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com.    

Storms, betrayal, and revenge are in the air, but so are enchantment, love, and even redemption in Naked Shakes’ new production of “The Tempest,” presented in three outdoor performances in Elings Park’s Godric Grove, held Thursday and Friday, September 11 and 12 at 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 14 at 3 p.m. Currently celebrating its […]

Meet and mingle with the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History's stellar group of volunteer educators and enjoy light refreshments as you learn about volunteer opportunities at the Museum and Sea Center. We can’t wait for you to join our fun and supportive community of nature- and science-lovers! All adults age 18 and up are […]

All around us, the birds are constantly telling us who they are and what they are doing. In this fascinating illustrated talk, Nathan Pieplow unlocks the secrets of their language. We’ll listen in on the pillow talk of a pair of Red-winged Blackbirds and learn the secret signals that Cliff Swallows use when they have […]

Peer support group for teachers & school staff of tweens & teens to connect, share challenges, and learn strategies for building trusting relationships with students and get support. We will explore strategies for motivating students, handling difficult conversations, reducing stress, and maintaining positive relationships without engaging in power struggles. We know that students learn best […]

Step into a night filled with beauty, inspiration, and purpose. Experience Grace’s stunning artwork while enjoying food, wine, and live music, including a special performance by musical guest Jackson Gillies — all in support of her mission to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities through the transformative power of the arts.

Become part of the solution to ocean pollution! Join us for Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 20th, and help protect the beaches, creeks, and parks that make Santa Barbara County such a wonderful place to live. Get outside, enjoy nature, and give back to the places you love. Volunteers of all ages are welcome […]

Become part of the solution to ocean pollution! Join us for Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 20th, and help protect the beaches, creeks, and parks that make Santa Barbara County such a wonderful place to live. Get outside, enjoy nature, and give back to the places you love. Volunteers of all ages are welcome […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2025   CONTACT: Bethany Sutherland, Executive Director 805.253.2165 bethany@goletaeducationfoundation.org   The Annual Lemon Run Returns For Its 10th Anniversary   GOLETA, CA - Lace up your running shoes and join the Goleta Education Foundation (GEF) for a very special 10th Annual Lemon Run on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Lake […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2025   CONTACT: Bethany Sutherland, Executive Director 805.253.2165 bethany@goletaeducationfoundation.org   The Annual Lemon Run Returns For Its 10th Anniversary   GOLETA, CA - Lace up your running shoes and join the Goleta Education Foundation (GEF) for a very special 10th Annual Lemon Run on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Lake […]

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara invites you to join us on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM (PT) for an inspiring celebration of women’s health, strength, and well-being, featuring renowned movement and mindfulness expert (Pacific Time) for a day dedicated to celebrating women's health and fitness featuring renowned movement and mindfulness expert Amy Rosoff Davis! The day […]

Women Soar Higher (WSH) is making waves with its highly anticipated Annual Beach Party, set against the stunning backdrop of the Cabrillo Pavilion on September 24, 2025, at 5:00PM. This energizing evening will gather trailblazing women entrepreneurs, professionals, community advocates, and allies for connection, inspiration, and celebration—beachside. This year’s featured speaker is Alisa Purdie—renowned business […]

The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) invites the community to attend a Ribbon Cutting and Launch Event as part of the new organization’s Annual meeting on Thursday, September 25, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. This celebratory event marks a new chapter for downtown and will be held at DSBIA's new office, located at 419 State Street. DSBIA, which replaces […]

Sip on $5 tap wines every Thursday from 5 PM – close in Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez, paired with a smooth blend of lo-fi and house beats. Free admission, 21+

Join the City of SB Creeks Division for coffee and donuts, chat about our recently completed restoration project on Mission Creek at Oak Park, and check out books from the Library on the Go Van!

A new happy hour featuring Twenty-Four Blackbirds chocolates and beverages by WineCult!  Have "Dessert First" during our first ever Happy Hour event! As the aroma of chocolate surrounds you, relax and unwind in the Twenty-Four Blackbirds shop while enjoying truffles and chocolate covered treats. WineCult will be pouring delectable drinks, which pair perfectly with all […]

Este programa se llevará a cabo en español; sin embargo, habrá personal bilingüe disponible para brindar apoyo. Acompáñanos durante un evento especial con el maestro artesano Jesús Sosa Calvo, originario de Oaxaca, México. Jesús compartirá la historia “La diferencia entre Alebrijes, Fusión Zapoteca y Nahual” y te guiará en la creación de tu propio Alebrije. […]

Grammy-nominated artist Trevor Hall headlines Rescue Rhythms, a one-day benefit festival to fund the construction of California’s first cage-free dog sanctuary with integrated healing spaces for both animals and people. The event also features Zach Gill from Jack Johnson’s band and Animal Liberation Orchestra, plus performances by rising West Coast acts including Maritime Law, Alex […]

Grammy-nominated artist Trevor Hall headlines Rescue Rhythms, a one-day benefit festival to fund the construction of California’s first cage-free dog sanctuary with integrated healing spaces for both animals and people. The event also features Zach Gill from Jack Johnson’s band and Animal Liberation Orchestra, plus performances by rising West Coast acts including Maritime Law, Alex […]

Join our support group for incoming 9th-12th graders, where you'll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and improve relationships. This is a space to talk about and work through life problems and give and get support with peers and leaders who have your back.COMMITMENT: Min 4-weeks WHEN: MONDAYS • 5:00-6:15PM • weekly WHERE: […]

UCSB Library is pleased to present Andy Merolla (Communication) in the Pacific Views: Library Speaker Series for Fall 2025. In his talk “What Hope Do We Have? Searching in the Small Moments of Everyday Communication,” Merolla will examine how hope—as well as the social connection underlying it—is constructed through social interaction. This includes interaction with loved ones, […]

Join us for this month’s Herbal Tea Party, where we’ll sip tea together, explore one featured herb in depth, and practice herbal learning in a warm, welcoming space. Whether you’re brand new to herbs or already  an herbal expert, this is your chance to connect with Rosemary — experiencing its energetics, traditions, and uses firsthand. […]

Art & Soul Gallery presents Raw and Revealed, a new exhibition showcasing the porcelain sculptures of Joan Rosenberg-Dent and the abstract paintings of Sarita Reynolds. Experience an inspiring dialogue between form, texture, fragility, and strength. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Thursday, October 2nd, from 5–8 pm. These works will be on view […]

A Living Exhibit! ADMISSION: Donation *Program times vary by week depending on the time of sunset*   Meet at the front entrance of the Nature Center. Going Batty consists of a weekly talk and observation of local bats during warmer months when our migratory bats occupy the bat houses at the nature center. These are wild […]

​Join Mama Tree’s Land Stewardship team for a closer look ​Come see how we are increasing biodiversity, building soil, supporting a healthier water cycle, and improving climate stability across 60 acres. Hear about the process of transitioning a conventional citrus orchard into young, trial agroforestry plots. ​This walking tour will showcase MAMA TREE's orchards, trial […]

Join us at the Santa Bárbara Mission Archive-Library on Saturday October 4th for our monthly open house to see treasures from the SBMAL collection and get a tour of the archive-library. Free to attend. 9:30am-12pm.