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Dine-Out for Hunger Returns for Hunger Action Month This September, join the Dine-Out for Hunger campaign to support Santa Barbara County families facing food insecurity. By ordering a specific menu item at participating restaurants or ordering takeout, a portion of proceeds will benefit the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, providing meals to over 215,000 individuals […] 
Lompoc Theatre Project is excited to announce a brand new six-week storytelling and poetry workshop for adults, “Telling Our Stories: A Storytelling and Poetry Workshop,” led by renowned artists and community advocates Tayllor and Ademola Oyewole-Davis. The workshop consists of six 90-minute sessions taking place on select Sunday afternoons beginning September 28. Throughout the six […] -- Europe-in-America, Storybook Travel Destination along California’s Central Coast Offers Multigenerational Autumn Activities and Entertainment including Pumpkin Patch and Corn Mazes, U-Pick Apple Orchard, City-wide Scarecrows, Concerts and Classic Cars, Halloween, History and Heritage Celebrations -- Solvang, California (www.SolvangUSA.com), the Danish-settled village in Santa Ynez Valley wine country, is unveiling a new lineup of fall […] In-Person Healings Discover a Breakthrough in Pain Relief, Now Backed by Medical Research. Join world-renowned Energy Medicine & Human Behavioral Specialist Candace Silvers (as seen on Gaia TV), whose unique healing method is currently being integrated into a U.S. Medical School curriculum and studied through an ongoing Pilot Program for its measurable results […]
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Join us for a delightful day at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special, free admission. Present your library card at the museum to view captivating works by Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, and Argentinian artists! Learn more about this year's Raíces y Sueños program dates and times.
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Join us at Ice in Paradise and public skate with the whole family! Open skating! Sundays from 1:30pm-3:30pm $15 admission $5 skate rentals 3 and under skate free! Groups of 10 or more, email for discounts!
$20
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All Over Again Productions presents James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 3 PM. For the past 18 years, Garner and his band have faithfully recreated Johnny Cash's biggest hits with stunning accuracy in this not-to-be-missed musical event. This world-class tribute to the ‘Man in Black’ is a fun, toe-tapping […]
$48 – $68
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Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care. This is a HYBRID drop-in support group that meets weekly. WHEN: Mondays at 12:00pm WHERE: HYBRID -- Zoom OR In-person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara REGISTRATION […]
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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: […]
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Join us every Monday night at 8:30pm for Trivia Nights at The Cruisery! Test your knowledge, challenge your friends, and win awesome prizes, all for free! Located at 501 State Street in Santa Barbara, our trivia nights are the perfect way to kick off your week with fun and excitement. Gather your team, grab a drink, […]
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Taking place at La Lomita Ranch and Music Academy of the West, this haunted experience features a live string quartet performing spine-tingling classics like Thriller, Danse Macabre, and the Stranger Things theme in a uniquely atmospheric setting This fall, Candlelight® brings back to San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara its special Halloween edition: A Haunted Evening of […]
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Ready to roll, squish, and sculpt? Join us for a creative drop-in clay session where kids ages 6–14 can hand-build their own unique pottery piece, from tiny creatures to mini bowls and beyond! With guidance from our instructors, students will learn essential clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and texturing using high-quality air-dry clay and fun […]
$32
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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, […]
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EVENT TEASER: The Community Environmental Council (CEC) will hold a private dedication ceremony 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 30, at CEC’s Environmental Hub (1219 State Street) to rededicate Hub spaces in honor of Patricia Bragg, Paul Relis, and Sigrid Wright. WHAT: Evening reception with refreshments and food with light programming and dedication remarks. WHEN: […] |
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Hi, there! Here's some information about a fun foodie event returning to Santa Barbara next month. The Santa Barbara Vegan Chef Challenge (VCC) kicks off on October 1st. The challenge is a popular event coordinated remotely by the nonprofit Vegan Outreach and organized locally by SB resident Jen Smith. Participating businesses will showcase special vegan dishes created specifically for the Challenge, […]
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Dozens of vintage Model A Fords will roll into Santa Barbara as part of the Central California Regional Group (CCRG) Grand Tour to Solvang. The tour includes a stop at the Santa Barbara Carriage and Western Art Museum for photos, sightseeing, and a chance to step back in time with these classic cars. When: Wednesday, […] |
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An authentic Argentine dinner experience in the heart of Santa Barbara Location : SOhO Restaurant and Music Club Date : Thursday October 2 Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm Dinner show Ticket $25 advance / $30 door Ticket includes a timed dinner reservation. Dinner a la carte and not included in ticket price. Questions/Info: (413)374-3117 Patagonia […]
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This event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, lusciously smooth chocolate from what starts as a small, bitter bean. You’ll get to taste chocolate at every stage, from bean to bar (including sampling through all our single […]
$45
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Taste Of The Santa Ynez Valley Returns OCT. 2–5 To Immerse All In The Region’s Many Distinct Flavors
Taste Of The Santa Ynez Valley Returns OCT. 2–5 To Immerse All In The Region’s Many Distinct Flavors
Tickets on sale now for more than a dozen events, including a special Chumash Museum and Cultural Center Dinner, a first-ever communal dinner in Solvang, and up-close experiences with Santa Ynez Valley chefs and winemakers Tickets are on sale now for Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley, which returns to the wine country gem of California’s […] |
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Beloved Performance Progressive Showcases Piano-Based Acts at the Pianos on State The highly anticipated Masq(p)arade! performance progressive returns to downtown Santa Barbara for its fifth year on Friday, October 3, 2025, presenting piano-based performances every fifteen minutes from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Kicking off the annual Pianos on State installation, this lively, family-friendly event brings together […]
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In 1997, the Red Feather Ball was created by Katherine Abercrombie after hearing the story of the Red Feather and how it came to symbolize giving during the Depression-era Community Chest campaigns. The Red Feather was used on posters and fundraising materials as a symbol of giving for decades. As you may or may not […]
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Welcome to the city of Friendly Ghosts! A perfect way to end your evening is with a docent-led ghost tour. All of our 1 hour and 30 minute walking tours have curated content from first hand accounts. You’ll hear ghost stories from as far back the sacred days of the Chumash, Old Spanish Days, and […]
$55.00
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Annual adaptive surfing event for people living with disabilities, October 4 in Carpinteria Life Rolls On, a national nonprofit dedicated to empowering people living with disabilities through adaptive sports, is hosting its annual “They Will Surf Again” event on Saturday, October 4, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Rincon Beach Park in Carpinteria. Hundreds […]
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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 […]
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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.
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Join MCASB for the opening celebration of San Milano Drive, the debut solo museum exhibition by Santa Barbara-based Filipino-American artist DJ Javier. This vibrant and immersive exhibition highlights Javier’s Filipino passion for his Filipino heritage and history, his hometown, and contemporary surf culture through large-scale paintings, hand-painted murals, sculptures, interactive installations, and more. Sculptures of […]
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Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory journey designed for individuals with low or no vision. This class blends sound healing, breathwork, mindful movement, and guided meditation to awaken the senses and foster inner calm. Gentle, accessible postures with clear verbal cues support confident movement, while singing bowls, chimes, and breath practices create a soothing soundscape for […]
$35
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The Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) invites the community to its annual Family History Month Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Sahyun Genealogical Library at 316 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara. Admission is free, and all are welcome. This year’s Open House will feature the […] |
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Cal State Channel Islands (CSUCI) has announced Homecoming Week, Oct. 6-11, 2025, filled with tradition, celebration, and Dolphin spirit, all leading up to hosting of the annual .Paak House Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11. The week will feature a Homecoming Pep Rally on Monday, Oct. 11 to kick off the celebration, a History of CSUCI Exhibit, Late […]
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Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care. This is a HYBRID drop-in support group that meets weekly. WHEN: Mondays at 12:00pm WHERE: HYBRID -- Zoom OR In-person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara REGISTRATION […]
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Experience Miracle Mondays with Jacob at Unity of Santa Barbara the first Monday of each month at 7 PM! Jacob Glass is the author of a dozen books on spirituality and mysticism. He has been lecturing at Unity Santa Barbara since 1990. Miracle Mondays continue this tradition of meditation, laughter, healing and sharing of universal spiritual […]
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Join us every Monday night at 8:30pm for Trivia Nights at The Cruisery! Test your knowledge, challenge your friends, and win awesome prizes, all for free! Located at 501 State Street in Santa Barbara, our trivia nights are the perfect way to kick off your week with fun and excitement. Gather your team, grab a drink, […]
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This exhibition showcases historic Broadway posters from collector Richard C. Norton, a comprehensive selection of musical theater posters 1972 to the present ranging from the famous to the obscure, from the celebrated to the damned. These posters offer insight into the evolution of American musical theater, graphic design, marketing, image branding and audience engagement. Far […]
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The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office invites community members to join deputies for Coffee with a Cop on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the McDonald’s located at 146 S. Fairview Avenue in Goleta. This informal gathering gives residents an opportunity to meet with deputies, ask questions, share concerns, and […]
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Senior Living Consultants will present Senior Living Options in our community, as well as a breakdown of costs and tips on how to find what you are looking for. They help Active Seniors find Independent Living apartments and adult children find Assisted Living or Memory Care homes for aging parents. For families keeping their loved […]
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Ready to roll, squish, and sculpt? Join us for a creative drop-in clay session where kids ages 6–14 can hand-build their own unique pottery piece, from tiny creatures to mini bowls and beyond! With guidance from our instructors, students will learn essential clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and texturing using high-quality air-dry clay and fun […]
$32
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“Encoded Gazes: Women of Color on Bias, Power, and Possibility in AI” will focus on women of color critiques and approaches to artificial intelligence and machine learning. Framed through the lens of women of color, this panel interrogates the inherited biases embedded in AI systems, from facial recognition and data training sets to the aesthetic […]
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The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is proud to host a special screening of Sequoias of the Sea on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. This powerful new documentary dives into the urgent environmental crisis of disappearing kelp forests along the Northern California coast and the local communities fighting for their survival. […] |
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This event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, lusciously smooth chocolate from what starts as a small, bitter bean. You’ll get to taste chocolate at every stage, from bean to bar (including sampling through all our single […]
$45
Keith Hamm Megafires, minority politics and Indigenous wisdom are among wide-ranging yet intertwined topics highlighting an annual speaker series curated and hosted by the Interdisciplinary Humanities Center (IHC) at UC Santa Barbara. This year’s series, On Fire, opens with Jordan Thomas — a doctoral candidate in UCSB’s Department of Anthropology — as he unpacks California’s wildfire […]
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TeenWell for teens, ages 14-18 years old... DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS • 4:30PM-5:45PM • weekly - LOCATION: attend in-person at OpenMinds, 1919 State St. REGISTER > email: intake@openminds.clinic call: 805-500-3131 - DESCRIPTION: Join our DBT support group for incoming 9th-12th graders, where you'll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and improve relationships. Build a life worth living through practical, supportive guidance in a safe […]
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ST. BARBARA GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH PRESENTS Greek Grab Go Authentic Homemade Greek Food Pre Orders: NOW – Until October 10th SATURDAY, October 25, 2025 11AM- 6:00PM SUNDAY, October 26, 2025 1PM – 6:00PM Enjoy your favorite Greek food! Online Order Menu Gyros, Pastitsio, Spanakopita, Dolmathes, Fasolakia, Keftedes, Feta, Baklava, and Loukoumades. Pre-orders NOW! 
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For the FIRST time ever - Cirque Ma'Ceo is coming to SANTA BARBARA! Witness the breathtaking harmony of powerful horses and world-class artists in an unforgettable, up-close spectacle of beauty, mystery & awe. Earl Warren Showgrounds - Santa Barbara, CA Oct 10 - 12 Fri 7 PM | Sat 4 & 7 PM | […]
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What does your future in science, technology, engineering, or math look like? This October, Cal State Channel Islands (CSUCI) is opening its doors—and even an island—to help community college students find out. CSUCI will host two free STEM Transfer Day events designed to give students a closer look at academic majors, hands-on labs, and career […]
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The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is inviting community members to join two upcoming Faith & Blue events this October. These gatherings offer an opportunity for neighbors and deputies to come together, share meaningful conversations, and strengthen the bonds that make our communities safer and more connected. Faith & Blue is a national initiative that […]
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with SBCC Career Center, Chamber of Commerce, and EDC SBDC The Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Santa Barbara City College, in collaboration with the SBCC Career Center, the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, and the EDC Small Business Development Center (SBDC), is launching a three-part community event series: AI Unlocked. The series […] |
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Nothing is more important to your health and happiness than your relationship. Seize this opportunity to invest in your relationship and experience transformation in your communcation skills, conflict resolution and intimacy. Lori Irwin has trained directly with Terry Real and will present his curriculum in this 2-day healing experience at the beautiful Cabrillo Pavilion in […]
$1500.00
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Goleta Old Town will come alive on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 1–5 PM with the Shop & Taste Fest — a dynamic community celebration of food, shopping, and live entertainment. “The Fest is more than a showcase of food and shopping,” said Miguel Avila, President of the Greater Santa Barbara County Hispanic Chamber of […]
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Nothing is more important to your health and happiness than your relationship. Seize this opportunity to invest in your relationship and experience transformation in your communcation skills, conflict resolution and intimacy. Lori Irwin has trained directly with Terry Real and will present his curriculum in this 2-day healing experience at the beautiful Cabrillo Pavilion in […]
$1500.00
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A Free Community Celebration of Vintage Vehicles, Local Culture, and Giving Back On Saturday, October 11, 2025, the streets of downtown Solvang - affectionately known as the Danish Capital of America - will once again fill with chrome, horsepower, and community pride as the 3rd Annual Viking Classic Car Show returns. Hosted by the Vikings […] |
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Show the beach some love! Join Explore Ecology for a cleanup on the 2nd Sunday of every month at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at beautiful Arroyo Burro Beach. Meet in front of the Watershed Resource Center (blue building) to sign in. You are welcome to bring your own clean up supplies or use ours. […]
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Explore the Olivas Adobe Historical Park on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Victorian Halloween! This free, family-friendly event highlights the customs and traditions practiced on the Rancho during times of mourning and celebration, plus a few Halloween thrills. Reservations are encouraged but not required. Reserve your spot in person at […]
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Join us at Ice in Paradise and public skate with the whole family! Open skating! Sundays from 1:30pm-3:30pm $15 admission $5 skate rentals 3 and under skate free! Groups of 10 or more, email for discounts!
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Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care. This is a HYBRID drop-in support group that meets weekly. WHEN: Mondays at 12:00pm WHERE: HYBRID -- Zoom OR In-person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara REGISTRATION […]
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Join us every Monday night at 8:30pm for Trivia Nights at The Cruisery! Test your knowledge, challenge your friends, and win awesome prizes, all for free! Located at 501 State Street in Santa Barbara, our trivia nights are the perfect way to kick off your week with fun and excitement. Gather your team, grab a drink, […]
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Free Festival screenings Oct.14th thru Oct. 16th atbthr Direct Relief Hatch Hall Festival Awards/closing night Oct.17 Required Tickets BUY Tickets here
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Tuesday October 14th @ 10:30am "Unlock the Secrets to a Longer, Healthier Life" What if you could add more years to your life and more life to your years? Discover the fascinating lessons of the Blue Zones—regions of the world where people live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives. Join us for “Successful Aging: What Can We […]
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Ready to roll, squish, and sculpt? Join us for a creative drop-in clay session where kids ages 6–14 can hand-build their own unique pottery piece, from tiny creatures to mini bowls and beyond! With guidance from our instructors, students will learn essential clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and texturing using high-quality air-dry clay and fun […]
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para padres de jovenes de 10 a 18 anos... FECHA/HORA: 1st & 3rd MARTES • 6:00PM-7:30PM • 2x mes • grupo sin cita previa UBICACIÓN: EN PERSONA • asistir en persona • YouthWell office, 1528 Chapala St, Suite 203 **registrarse para el grupo** DESCRIPCIÓN: Grupo de apoyo para padres de jóvenes hispanohablantes, de 10 a 18 años, que […]
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Date: 10/15/25 Time: 9am-12pm Location: Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara The Senior Expo is the best ticket in town for Santa Barbara’s seniors and caregivers. Mark your calendars—the 2025 Senior Expo is coming Wednesday, October 15! This year’s event will once again feature health screenings, exhibits, music, food, and engaging activities for seniors and […]
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The City of Santa Barbara is proud to participate in the annual Senior Expo, taking place on Wednesday, October 15, at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Organized by Family Services Agency (FSA), this premier health and services fair is designed for seniors and their caregivers, and will once again feature health screenings, exhibits, music, food, and […]
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Wednesday, October 15 5:30 PM Chaucer's Bookstore (3321 State Street) hosts local author Frances Petty Davis for a book talk and signing of the novel Red Summer. Book Description "Love, betrayal and revenge in the McCarthy era." It is the summer of 1954, and the small California town of Bear River simmers with Cold War paranoia. […] |
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Scouting America Los Padres Council is proud to announce the honorees for the 2025 Salute to Scouting celebration, to be held at the historic Santa Barbara Club (1105 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101). This annual event recognizes exceptional leaders and community partners whose service and philanthropy exemplify the values of Scouting. This year, we […] 
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Santa Barbara Education Foundation will host a presentation by Superintendent Dr. Hilda Maldonado of the Santa Barbara Unified School District on today’s local education issues. This event provides a unique opportunity for community members and supporters to learn about the state of our local public schools. Admission is FREE! Reservations are required. Space is limited. […]
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This event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, lusciously smooth chocolate from what starts as a small, bitter bean. You’ll get to taste chocolate at every stage, from bean to bar (including sampling through all our single […]
$45
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TeenWell for teens, ages 14-18 years old... DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS • 4:30PM-5:45PM • weekly - LOCATION: attend in-person at OpenMinds, 1919 State St. REGISTER > email: intake@openminds.clinic call: 805-500-3131 - DESCRIPTION: Join our DBT support group for incoming 9th-12th graders, where you'll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and improve relationships. Build a life worth living through practical, supportive guidance in a safe […]
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This year Lompoc Chalks will be bringing an exciting weekend of arts and entertainment to the Lompoc Veterans Memorial Building! The schedule for this free community event, taking place October 17-19, includes three fun-filled days devoted to colorful chalk art, live entertainment, youth activities, food trucks and local vendors! Organizers are actively looking for sponsors […] Mingle with this year’s artists and event organizers while enjoying live music, wine tasting, and a brand new Children’s Chalking Class! Admission to this event is free, and food and beverages will be available for purchase.
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Date: October 17, 2024 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Arrive by 4:30 p.m., boat leaves promptly at 5:00 p.m.) Location: Aboard the Condor Express, Santa Barbara Landing at 301 W. Cabrillo Blvd. Come aboard the Condor Express for a delightful evening cruise along the scenic Santa Barbara Coast. Enjoy an unforgettable night filled with […]
$50
Meet Me at the Museum: Community Portraits by Star Montana is a free, two-day event in celebration of the farmworker and migrant communities that make up the Central Coast region of California. Join Los Angeles-based artist Star Montana to participate in representing the beauty and diversity of our community in celebration of the people who […]
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Join us for an all-abilities dance party with DJ Chris, happening every third Friday of the month from 5–8 PM at the Grace Fisher Foundation. The fun coincides with the La Cumbre Art Walk—come dance, connect, and celebrate community!
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Hillside to Celebrate 80 Years of Service with Gala at the Santa Barbara Club Hillside, a nonprofit that has been serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Santa Barbara since 1945, will celebrate its remarkable 80th Anniversary Gala on Friday, October 18, 2025, at the Santa Barbara Club. The milestone evening will honor Hillside’s […] 
The Central Coast AirFest is back for another action-packed weekend with military demos, vintage warbirds, aerobatics, and more! The AirFest attracts thousands of visitors each year and is one of the largest airshows for warbirds on the West Coast. Children under 11 are free!
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Join us for Isla Vista Elementary school’s rummage sale fundraiser! We'll be selling gently used clothes, books, toys, and more, all donated by our generous community. Come find great deals and support our school at the same time. All proceeds will go towards funding important programs and activities for our students. Don't miss out on […]
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Silver Anniversary Celebration Elings Park ● October 18, 2025, • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) proudly announces its 25th annual Summit for Danny Community Climb, taking place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Elings Park. This milestone Silver Anniversary event invites families, friends, and community members to […]
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Santa Barbara Yoga Collective invites you to a rejuvenating rooftop yoga experience at the Kimpton Canary Hotel on Saturday, October 18 from 9-10am . Set against the stunning backdrop of Santa Barbara’s skyline, this all-levels flow is designed to energize, ground, and inspire while fostering community in a serene open-air setting. Guided by expert instructors […]
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The Little Blue Crèche, an up-and-coming nursery school and co-work space in downtown Ventura, is proud to announce the inaugural Blue Crèche Fest. The event will take place on Sunday, October 19, from 12 pm-4 pm and will showcase a vibrant gathering of local doulas, birth workers, afterschool and extracurricular programs, parent support groups, yoga […]
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Join us at Ice in Paradise and public skate with the whole family! Open skating! Sundays from 1:30pm-3:30pm $15 admission $5 skate rentals 3 and under skate free! Groups of 10 or more, email for discounts!
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Nir Kabaretti, conductor State Street Ballet Santa Barbara City College Brass SHOSTAKOVICH Festive Overture RACHMANINOFF Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 PROKOFIEV scenes from Romeo and Juliet (with State Street Ballet) A love forbidden. A love immortal. The greatest moments from Prokofiev’s greatest ballet – the ardent “Romeo and Juliet” performed with grace and passion by dancers from State Street Ballet […]
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📅 Monday, October 20, 2025 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Registration begins at 5:30) 📍 Brass Bear Uptown, 3302 McCaw Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 9310 FILL OUT THE FORM NOW TO RSVP Hey Neighbors! Join us for our upcoming Pints & Planning event! Relax with a drink and bites on us on us […]
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Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care. This is a HYBRID drop-in support group that meets weekly. WHEN: Mondays at 12:00pm WHERE: HYBRID -- Zoom OR In-person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara REGISTRATION […]
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Join us every Monday night at 8:30pm for Trivia Nights at The Cruisery! Test your knowledge, challenge your friends, and win awesome prizes, all for free! Located at 501 State Street in Santa Barbara, our trivia nights are the perfect way to kick off your week with fun and excitement. Gather your team, grab a drink, […]
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Ready to roll, squish, and sculpt? Join us for a creative drop-in clay session where kids ages 6–14 can hand-build their own unique pottery piece, from tiny creatures to mini bowls and beyond! With guidance from our instructors, students will learn essential clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and texturing using high-quality air-dry clay and fun […]
$32
The County of Santa Barbara invites community members to provide input on adult justice diversion programs—initiatives that offer alternatives to jail that focus on accountability, treatment, and support. These sessions will be facilitated by RDA Consulting on behalf of the County to support a broader strategic planning effort aimed at developing a coordinated, data-driven, and […]
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Why should I see a gynecologist? It’s a pap test and so much more. The Cottage Ob/Gyn Clinic will host a free virtual “Meet the Doctor” event on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. The program will feature Dr. Britta Gray, a board-certified specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, who will discuss women’s […] |
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Join us at the SB Woman's Club for our Public Affairs program with a presentation by Kerri Murray, President of ShelterBox USA. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize three times, the mission of ShelterBox is to deliver emergency shelter and essential supplies to those displaced by disaster and conflict situations. We will learn more about […]
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ShelterBox USA President to deliver timely, hopeful keynote speech in Santa Barbara, as global crisis of forcibly displaced people is worst in history ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray, who has propelled the locally based disaster relief agency to tremendous growth and recognition in a decade at the helm, will talk about the resilience of […]
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The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce a public forum on Housing Policy, with Assemblymember Gregg Hart. A Santa Barbara local who previously served as a Planning Commissioner, City Councilmember, and County Supervisor, Assemblymember Gregg Hart brings a unique understanding of our local needs to Sacramento. Assemblymember Hart will offer context about our regional […] |
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This event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, lusciously smooth chocolate from what starts as a small, bitter bean. You’ll get to taste chocolate at every stage, from bean to bar (including sampling through all our single […]
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Pianist, composer, and music therapy advocate Dalida Arakelian performed a selection of her uniquely affecting works and discussed her creative process during an intimate gathering at the Music Academy of the West on Thursday, October 23. Hosted by the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, the event was the first in a new programmatic series titled […]
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Join us for An Important Conversation: Advance Care Planning The ACP will take place in two parts. In part 1, you will learn about what Advance Care Planning (ACP) is, its importance, and how it can help us in the future. In part 2 of the workshop, program volunteers will assist you in reviewing your […]
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This Halloween Disco fundraiser includes food, entertainment, Halloween costumes, raffle, auction, live music, and a good time! This is a fundraiser for the nonprofit organization Friendship Center. Friendship Center provides daytime care for older adults living with dementia or similar memory challenges. All proceeds of this fundraiser goes directly to our programs, ensuring the older […]
$150 – $175
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Halloween Kicks Off With Witches Paddle This Friday, October 24, 2025 Ventura Harbor Village kicks off October seaside sunshine and embraces the spirit of the season with a full lineup of events. From live entertainment to Witches Paddle. Ventura Harbor Village sets the stage for plenty of options to participate this October for a sparkling and […]
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Santa Barbara Public Library is excited to kick off the 2025 SB Reads program with a community celebration on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza. This year’s selected title – and first-ever graphic novel featured in the program – is The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen. At the kickoff event, attendees can: Pick up a free copy […] |
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Join Alpha Resource Center on Saturday, October 25, 2025, for the 4th Annual Plane Pull. The Plane Pull is an extreme team challenge where teams of 10 play tug of war with an Alaska Airlines E175 airplane weighing nearly 100,000 pounds. Your team will pull the airplane 20 feet; the fastest time in each division will be […]
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Join us for a weekend of planting as we install a variety of trees, shrubs, and grasses in a row that runs on-contour through our orchard. This agroforestry strip is continuing our work transitioning a conventional monocrop orchard into a thriving and diverse food forest. After a short introduction on some agroforestry principles and how […]
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Join Alpha Resource Center on Saturday, October 25, 2025, for the 4th Annual Plane Pull. The Plane Pull is an extreme team challenge where teams of 10 play tug of war with an Alaska Airlines E175 airplane weighing nearly 100,000 pounds. Your team will pull the airplane 20 feet; the fastest time in each division will be […]
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“Not for the faint of heart.” (Fright level 12+) | Fundraiser for SBJH ASB + SB PAL.
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Join the California Nature Art Museum and Gyotaku Artist Jason Bero for a printmaking workshop on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, from 1:00PM-3:00 PM. During this unique, hands-on experience, you’ll learn to apply ink to seashells, seaweed, and other coastal artifacts for printing onto rice paper in the traditional Japanese art form of Gyotaku. Participants who […]
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“Flourish & Flow” Celebrates Black Joy, Healing, and Community Connection The UCSB Gevirtz Graduate School of Education and the Kindred Collective for Healing and Liberatory Traditions (which encompasses The Healing Space) will present “Flourish & Flow: A Black Joy Beach Party”–a free, intergenerational celebration of Black wellness, cultural connection, and collective care. The event will […] |
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Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care. This is a HYBRID drop-in support group that meets weekly. WHEN: Mondays at 12:00pm WHERE: HYBRID -- Zoom OR In-person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara REGISTRATION […]
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Turn up the spookiness just in time for Halloween! Join EE Makerspace Coordinator Andrew Baker for our Mixed Media Ghost Stories Workshop and craft your own eerily illuminated ghost story using weird and wonderful vintage finds. All materials and tools are included. For ages 13+. Pricing: General $25 | Student/Educator $20 Spots are limited. Reserve […]
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Mixed Media Ghost Stories Get spooky and creative in our next workshop! Join EE Makerspace Coordinator Andrew Baker on Monday, October 27th, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for the Mixed Media Ghost Stories Workshop. Using vintage finds, you’ll craft a ghost story, just in time for Halloween! All materials and tools are included. Open […] |
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Ready to roll, squish, and sculpt? Join us for a creative drop-in clay session where kids ages 6–14 can hand-build their own unique pottery piece, from tiny creatures to mini bowls and beyond! With guidance from our instructors, students will learn essential clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and texturing using high-quality air-dry clay and fun […]
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para padres de jovenes de 10 a 18 anos... FECHA/HORA: 1st & 3rd MARTES • 6:00PM-7:30PM • 2x mes • grupo sin cita previa UBICACIÓN: EN PERSONA • asistir en persona • YouthWell office, 1528 Chapala St, Suite 203 **registrarse para el grupo** DESCRIPCIÓN: Grupo de apoyo para padres de jóvenes hispanohablantes, de 10 a 18 años, que […]
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With Julieta BARRIONUEVO & Alejandro DEOCCA New and exciting offering. In GOLETA! The Good Land Every TUESDAY in March, April and May 6:00 pm - Absolute Beginners 7:00 pm - 15 minute Practica for Beginners and Advanced 7:15 pm - Intermediate/Advanced 8:15 pm - 15 minute Practica *** NO PARTNER NEEDED *** Pricing: $15 Absolute Beginners $25 Int/Advanced $30 for both classes $25 […] |
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This event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, lusciously smooth chocolate from what starts as a small, bitter bean. You’ll get to taste chocolate at every stage, from bean to bar (including sampling through all our single […]
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TeenWell for teens, ages 14-18 years old... DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS • 4:30PM-5:45PM • weekly - LOCATION: attend in-person at OpenMinds, 1919 State St. REGISTER > email: intake@openminds.clinic call: 805-500-3131 - DESCRIPTION: Join our DBT support group for incoming 9th-12th graders, where you'll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and improve relationships. Build a life worth living through practical, supportive guidance in a safe […]
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Kick off your weekend early with $5 glasses on tap and a blend of lo-fi and house beats every Thursday from 5 PM – close in Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez. Free admission, 21+
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Santa Barbara’s only rooftop restaurant and lounge, The Anchor Rose, will host a Halloween Party on Friday, October 31st, from 8 p.m. to midnight, offering locals a festive way to celebrate above the harbor lights. Guests can enjoy live unplugged music from 8–11 p.m. featuring the local favorite band Out of the Blue, alongside fresh […] 
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📢Coming up at the Santa Bárbara Mission Archive-Library on Friday October 31st from 6-8pm: "An Educating Conversation: Murder at the Old Mission - The Story of Fr. Ferdinand Bergmeyer” Featuring: Fr. Jack Clark Robinson & Fr. Joe Schwab 🗣 On February 27th, 1896, Franciscan Ferdinand Bergmeyer was shot dead by layman Bernard Henry […]
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Carve out space in your calendar for a bloody good Halloween night! Friday, October 31st | 7 – 10pm ✶ Costume Contest ✶ ✶ The Van Allen Twins Band ✶ ✶ Pink Monster Rosé ✶ The Van Allen Twins Band will petrify you with their otherworldly Bluesgrass tunes while you sip on the Pink Monster Rosé magic potion. It will be […]
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You’re invited to join the County of Santa Barbara District Attorney’s Office in celebrating Día de los Muertos! Come view our beautiful altar and enjoy a delicious tamale lunch. All proceeds will benefit Association San Miguel. Thursday, October 31 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 1112 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Menu & Pricing: $15 – (2) Tamales, […] |
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Join us at the Santa Bárbara Mission Archive-Library on Saturday November 1st 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.
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Start your weekend off with a bang and learn American Sign Language to radio hits while dancing! Performers will get a chance to show off what they learn at local showcases throughout the year. Every Saturday at 10 AM.
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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 […] |
