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.

Raíces y sueños: In Partnership with the Santa Barbara Public Library   Enjoy a morning of art and storytime focused on developing your child’s literacy skills through action rhymes and short stories in both English and Spanish. Your child will practice language, social, and motor skills, while you get the chance to connect with other

Enjoy Free Admission every second Sunday of the month for Tri-County residents (Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Luis Obispo). Join us during Free 2nd Sundays for stunning exhibitions, enriching programs, and a welcoming museum experience. Studio Sunday 12 – 4 pm Visitors of all ages are invited to participate in this hands-on informal workshop with SBMA

The Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest is happening again this year on December 8th, 2024 from 11:00am - 1:30pm at the Page Youth Center, 4540 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara. The contest is open to boys and girls ages 8-13. Participants may earn trophies and scholarships. For more information and how to sign up,

Indulge in the flavors of Latin American cuisine, coastal ingredients, and live jazz. Savor delicately crafted desserts as you while away your Sunday morning.

Shop small this holiday season and visit our holiday markets, hosted by Streets of Vintage Flea Market & The Maker’s Hive Market! Market Host: Streets of Vintage Flea Market November 30th - Small Business Saturday December 7th - Holiday Market December 8th - Holiday Market December 20th - Paws at Paseo December 21st - Holiday Market

Come bring your family (& your camera!) for Selfies with Santa this holiday season! Guests can come hang out with Santa Claus and snap selfies in the Peppermint Parlor!   Selfies with Santa Dates: Sun. 12/1 6-8pm (Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony) Sun. 12/8 12-4pm Sun. 12/15 12-4pm Sun. 12/22 12-4pm   Location: Peppermint Parlor (located

Join us for a festive and adventure-filled Christmas Posada, hosted by SB Trapeze Co. in collaboration with the Global ReACH Foundation. This exciting event blends the magic of the holiday season with thrilling activities and meaningful connections, creating an unforgettable experience for all ages. Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024 Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Featuring Michelle Dorrance  Michelle Dorrance, artistic director of the award-winning New York City-based Dorrance Dance, shares her deep dedication to tap dance, its traditions and its possibilities. All levels welcome. (No tap shoes allowed on the Carrillo Recreation Center floors, please leave them at home.)

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department and the PARC Foundation are bringing the community together this holiday season with a free concert at the recently renovated Plaza del Mar Band Shell. Kick off the holidays with a singalong featuring the Santa Barbara Strummers. The concert will include popular holiday songs and carols. Songbooks with lyrics will be

The Santa Barbara Strummers, a group of local musicians playing and singing with ukuleles and guitars, are presenting a free Holiday Sing-Along on Sunday, December 8 from 2 – 4 pm at the newly renovated Plaza Del Mar Bandshell at 131 Castillo Street. The Parc Foundation Santa Barbara is sponsoring this event. The group will

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department and the PARC Foundation are bringing the community together this holiday season with a free concert at the recently renovated Plaza del Mar Band Shell. Kick off the holidays with a singalong featuring the Santa Barbara Strummers. The concert will include popular holiday songs and carols.

State Street Ballet Academy presents Rudolph on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM and Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2 PM. Rudolph is the classic holiday tale of a misfit reindeer with a blinking red nose, who makes friends and embarks on a journey through the North Pole to save Christmas. Featuring the students

The Goleta Valley Art Association will hold its annual Picassos4Peanuts show and sale, featuring original art by local artists, at the Goleta Valley Public Library, 500 N. Fairview Ave. The show will be open December 7th through December 28th.  Library hours are 10 am-7 pm Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 pm Friday and

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.

Let it snow at Paseo Nuevo! Join us in Center Court every weekend in December for a magical night under the snow! Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in December (until 12/22)! Snow Show Times: 6pm and 7pm

Advance care planning helps identify, communicate and document the health care choices you would make if you could not speak for yourself in a health crisis. Having these discussions in advance helps people of all ages to prepare for unexpected situations so medical providers and loved ones can respect and honor their health care wishes.

The Santa Barbara Gay Men’s Chorus debuts at the Lobero with their winter concert “The Island of Misfit Gays” on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7 PM. With their unique combination of heart, humor, and strength, the concert will feature songs about being an outcast, misunderstood, and yet finding and loving yourself in this world.

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,

Blind Fitness to delighted to continue partnering with Power of Your Om in offering YOGA IN THE DARK, a community yoga class.  People sighted and with vision loss, are invited to come together for a sensory experience of connection and expansion. Sighted students will be offered a blindfold to experience the practice. Class will be

Make your home more than just a space; turn it into a sanctuary that suits your needs. Join us for an enlightening seminar that will equip you with the knowledge to make educated choices about your living space, ensuring that every day in your home is a comfortable and secure experience. Don't miss out on

Navigating Menopause: How to Optimize Your Health and Well-being During this Time of Change Tuesday, December 10, 2024 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Cottage Primary Care—Santa Barbara presents a FREE Virtual Meet the Doctor event on Tuesday, December 10, from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m., featuring primary care physician, Jane Varner, MD who will discuss “Navigating

From Zero to Tango: Local organizers Chris & Ale team up to bring you the passion, beauty, and FUN of dancing tango. Tired of being a wallflower? Join Ale and Chris to discover Argentine Tango. This class quickly teaches the essentials, so you can confidently dance in tango locally in Santa Barbara, and in halls

Rugby Sevens practice & Touch rugby Practice your skills or learn how to play with the SB men's and women's rugby teams! All experience levels welcome. Meet us at Chase Palm Park for: Touch Rugby games (no contact): Tuesdays and Thursdays  6-8pm Rugby fundamentals practice: Wednesdays  5:30 - 7pm   Contact: santabarbararugby@gmail.com

Revel in the holiday spirit with the Music Academy’s fabulous Sing!ers, representing grades 1 through 8. Hundreds of young voices will perform an eclectic mix of songs to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, winter, and more.

Telescope Tuesday at Camino Real Marketplace. Observe the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. It's free. We'll be set up in the plaza by the theater on the second Tuesday of each month, weather permitting. For 2025, Telescope

Theatre Eclectic & SBCC School of Extended Learning invites you to a theatre production celebrating local playwrights from our own company, plus following our tradition of recognizing one vintage under-produced playwright. December 3 & 5 | 7 PM | Wake Auditoriums | 300 N. Turnpike Rd., Santa Barbara, CA December 7 | 2 PM | Friendship Manor

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

Happy Wine Wednesday! Join us for live music, wine, and empanadas on the patio at Carr Winery Santa Barbara from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. We’ll be serving wines by the glass paired with the amazing tunes of Brian Kinsella and Jimmy Rankin. Buena Onda empanadas available for delivery. Free Admission, 21+

Join Our Monthly Sewing & Mending Club! Discover the joy of creating and repairing with our welcoming community at the Explore Ecology Makerspace. Whether you're a seasoned seamstress or just beginning your sewing journey, our monthly club is the perfect place to bring your projects to life. Every month, we invite you to drop in

Rugby Sevens practice & Touch rugby Practice your skills or learn how to play with the SB men's and women's rugby teams! All experience levels welcome. Meet us at Chase Palm Park for: Touch Rugby games (no contact): Tuesdays and Thursdays  6-8pm Rugby fundamentals practice: Wednesdays  5:30 - 7pm   Contact: santabarbararugby@gmail.com

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

American democracy is facing serious headwinds. UCSB Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Heather Stoll will share her insights on the institutional framework of American democracy, with a particular focus on the rules governing elections, and place it in a comparative context. Prior to joining the UCSB faculty in 2005, Stoll spent a year as

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES! We've got packages for you - click here   WHEN & WHERE December 12, 2024 11:15am-1:30pm Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA 93103   EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Through December 2, 2024 Members: $75.00 Nonmembers: $95.00   REGULAR REGISTRATION December 3-12, 2024 Members: $95.00 Nonmembers: $115.00   TABLE

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department and the PARC Foundation are bringing the community together this holiday season with a free concert at the recently renovated Alameda Park Bandstand. Celebrate the season with a lunchtime performance by the Treble Clef Women’s Chorus at the Alameda Park Bandstand. Enjoy a mix of uplifting songs and traditional holiday favorites

Practice your reading with our furry friend,Tallulah! Sign up at the desk for a 10-15 minute reading session, first come, first served. Reluctant readers, emergent readers, and dog-loving readers are welcome!  Our volunteer therapy dog team is certified by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Join Planned Parenthood Young Advocates on December 12th, get ready for holiday lights, karaoke, and an epic ugly sweater contest! Tickets are $35 and include a 90-minute trolley ride with drinks, light bites, and all the holiday vibes. Plus, we’ll kick off with a happy hour at Third Window Brewing at 4:30 PM! Spots are

As a part of Downtown Santa Barbara 1st Thursday Art Walk, Paint at Paseo is a 90-minute painting class provided by artists at MCASB. Each month, different local artists will lead you through a 90-minute acrylic painting session designed for all ages and skill levels. All materials, including canvases, paints, aprons and brushes, are provided,

Rugby Sevens practice & Touch rugby Practice your skills or learn how to play with the SB men's and women's rugby teams! All experience levels welcome. Meet us at Chase Palm Park for: Touch Rugby games (no contact): Tuesdays and Thursdays  6-8pm Rugby fundamentals practice: Wednesdays  5:30 - 7pm   Contact: santabarbararugby@gmail.com

Theatre Eclectic & SBCC School of Extended Learning invites you to a theatre production celebrating local playwrights from our own company, plus following our tradition of recognizing one vintage under-produced playwright. December 3 & 5 | 7 PM | Wake Auditoriums | 300 N. Turnpike Rd., Santa Barbara, CA December 7 | 2 PM | Friendship Manor

Christmas with The Petersons on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:30 PM. The American roots music band is known for taking the music of the Ozarks to the world. The show will be a concert full of Christmas classics you love, warm family moments of laughter, and a reminder of what this time of year

The Petersens, an American roots and bluegrass band, are bringing their signature harmonies and heartfelt performances to Santa Barbara on December 12, 2024. Known for their authentic blend of traditional bluegrass and contemporary country, this family band has captivated audiences with popular songs like "California" and their rendition of "Jolene." Their soulful music has garnered

The Santa Barbara Center for Art, Science, and Technology (SBCAST) invites the community to its annual Holiday Bazaar on Friday, December 13, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This free, family-friendly event offers a unique holiday shopping experience featuring an eclectic mix of new and vintage art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, and more—all from local

Get into the holiday spirit with Portside Ventura Harbor's Parade of Lights Holiday Market and Party in the Plaza. Join us for a Friday and Saturday evening celebration filled with festive cheer and unforgettable moments. Bring your loved ones on Friday for a Holiday Night Market & the Parade of Lights, then come Saturday for

Enjoy the end of the school week with Lego building at the Santa Barbara Public Library! Get creative with Legos in the Children’s area of the Central Library or try one of our challenges to master your Lego-building skills!

Unity Shoppe is excited to announce its 38th Annual Holiday Celebration and Telethon, happening on December 13th from 5-8 p.m. at the Kenny Loggins Event Center on Sola Street. The event will be broadcast live on KEYT and feature special appearances by Kenny Loggins, Brad Paisley, Michael McDonald, Jeff Bridges and other surprise celebrity guests!

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

Join us for the Downtown Holiday Sing-Along with the Prime Time Band! Get ready to spread some festive cheer with live music on the steps of the Santa Barbara Museum Of Art. It's sure to be a jolly evening filled with your favorite holiday tunes performed by the talented Prime Time Band and local school ensembles. It's