Sunday, September 22, 2024 at SBCC West Campus Parking Lot from 9:00am - 2:00pm PEP Touch-A-Truck 2024 is back! Join us at SBCC West Campus Center on Cliff Drive in Santa Barbara for a day filled with fun and excitement. Get up close and personal with all kinds of trucks - big rigs, fire trucks, construction vehicles, and more! Bring the

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

On September 22nd, we present our 9th annual Equinox Concert to mark the day the seasons change from Summer to Fall. Again, it will be al fresco, starting at 3:00pm in the Lobero Theatre Courtyard, 33 East Canon Perdido Street. We will re-visit the wonderfully eclectic selections of Jewish, Mexican, and Irish music included in

Come and enjoy your and our favorite tunes from one of the best decades of music. Music from the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Janice Joplin, the Doors, the Boxtops, Peter Paul and Mary, and much more in the historic El Presidio Chapel!  Featuring a 30-piece orchestra of classical strings mixed with harp, guitars, mandolin, bagpipes 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.

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Pacific Pride Foundation cordially invite you to the opening celebration for Friends & Lovers and Accretion: Works by Latin American Women. A performance by Mariachi Arco•Iris de Los Angeles, the world’s first LGBTQ+ mariachi, will open the evening’s festivities at 6 PM. Mariachi Arco•Iris de Los Angeles!Glamour Portraits by CherThisMoment!DJ Suz!Party

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

Tuesday, September 24 | 4:00– 5:00 p.m. The Cottage Santa Barbara Neuroscience Institute presents a FREE Virtual Meet the Doctor event on Tuesday, September 24, from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m., featuring Dr. Michael Gibbs, MD, an epileptologist and the medical director of the Cottage Epilepsy Center. Dr. Gibbs will provide valuable insights into how new

The community is invited to join a Creek Week event on September 24 to explore one of Santa Barbara’s finest examples of creek restoration—a project that transformed Mesa Creek from a concrete channelized stream back to its natural creek bed. Mesa Creek flows from the Mesa area near the Douglas Family Preserve, along Cliff Drive,

Details TEACH ME TANGO! What: Argentine Tango Class Where: Carrillo Rec Center: 100 East Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA When: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesdays until September 24. FIRST CLASS FREE - $10 after that Tired of being a wallflower? Join local organizers Ale and Chris to discover Argentine Tango. This class quickly

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

Among our EPIC Award honorees this year are the following individuals and organizations who will be awarded on Tuesday Sept 24th, 6:30-8:30pm at the Music Academy of the West: The EPIC Artist Award (as previously announced) is presented to Lisa Kristine The EPIC Inspiration Award is presented to Danscend The EPIC Educator Award is presented to Harry van der Schans The EPIC Community Engagement Award is

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason is a founding member of the group Traffic. The legendary British guitarist, who’s impressive career spans half a century, has collaborated with some of the industry’s most prolific artists. The band features Dave Mason, Mark Stein, Johnne Sambataro, Marty Fera, and Ray Cardwell.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 7:30PM Granada Theatre Tickets Get The Led Out is preparing to rock the stage at the Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara with their explosive tribute to Led Zeppelin. Assembled in Philadelphia, GTLO is composed of six seasoned musicians dedicated to passionately reproducing Zeppelin's iconic sound. GTLO focuses on delivering the essence

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

The Vikings of Solvang, a social and philanthropic organization known for their commitment to community service and healthcare initiatives are proud to announce their upcoming Community Blood Drive. This crucial, life-saving event is set for September 25th from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall, located at 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA.

Find your next job opportunity! Meet employers from a wide variety of organizations and industries who are seeking hardworking and enthusiastic employees to fill available positions. This unique job fair will be hosted on State Street and registered participants will have access to the State Street Job Fair employer participation list along with their current

What: Women SCORE Higher Annual Event, sponsored by SCORE Santa Barbara When: Wednesday September 25th, 2024 - 5 PM  Where: The Cabrillo Pavilion, 1118 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Join us for an evening of connection and growth featuring speed networking, inspiring speakers, delicious refreshments, and valuable giveaways to empower your business journey.

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+

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

Lobero LIVE presents Don Was and the Pan Detroit Ensemble on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 7:30 PM. Six-time GRAMMY-winning musician, producer, composer, and Blue Note Records President Don Was has unveiled his new band, featuring an assemblage of jazz-leaning artists from the artist’s hometown, including longtime collaborator Dave McMurray (sax) and Luis Resto (keyboard).

THURSDAY, SEPT. 26TH 5pm - 8pm Beer Tasting, Alisal Rodeo, BBQ + Live Music Silent Auction FRIDAY, SEPT. 27TH 8am: Alisal Ranch Course Tee Time 1pm: Wine Blending Class 5pm - 8pm: Wine Tasting + California Ranch Cookout Silent and & Live Auction ABOUT BOOTS & BIRDIES FOR THE CURE Boots & Birdies was born

A new workshop series offered by local coworking space Workzones in partnership with video and audio production company Hypecats promises to teach participants how to harness the power of podcasting for business promotion and brand building. The “lunch and learn” series is titled Podcast 101: Expand Your Business Reach and Brand Awareness. Sessions will be

Come enjoy wine and meet some therapy dogs at Santa Barbara's J. Wilkes Tasting Room on the waterfront. Their beautiful patio and cozy inside are both dog friendly and a lovely spot for a little Yappy Hour. 10% of proceeds from the evening will be donated to Therapy Dogs of Santa Barbara.

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

Join us for a one-hour online interview as we explore the motivation and ethical practices behind Idyll Mercantile, a charming plant shop nestled in Santa Barbara, California. Dive into Hannah Bangs’ journey as she shares how her background in botany, natural history, and ecopsychology inspired her to create a space that celebrates nature, slow living,

Santa Barbara Public Library invites the community to a poetry open mic. In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month and the Latino Poetry initiative, Places We Call Home, poets and poetry lovers are invited to read a favorite poem that speaks to and from our Latino community. Check out the newly published Latino Poetry Anthology

Are you a small business owner looking for innovative ways to improve your operations, reach more customers, and scale your business more efficiently?  Join SCORE Santa Barbara for an empowering seminar where you’ll discover the transformative potential of generative AI, especially for small businesses. Whether you are a tech novice or an experienced entrepreneur, this

Event: Solvang State of the City 2024 Date: Friday, September 27, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Location: Craft House at Corque – 420 Alisal Rd. Solvang, CA 93463 The Solvang Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the Solvang State of the City 2024, Friday, September 27th, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Craft

The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara (BCRC) kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness month, with its annual Pink Lounge Gala, on Friday, September 27th at the stunning Rosewood Miramar Beach. This glamorous evening marks a highlight of its Pink Week 2024 campaign in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s an opportunity to connect, raise awareness, and support

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

Paolo Bordignon, harpsichord The Santa Ynez Valley Concert Series proudly announces the first concert of their 2024-25 season, featuring world-renowned harpsichordist, Paolo Bordignon. This event will take place on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 7pm at St. Mark’s in the Valley Church in Los Olivos. Artistic Director, Dr. Robert Cassidy, says: “ I am so pleased that Paolo Bordignon can

Martin Media presents Alfred Robles – The Mexican American Dream Tour on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 7:30 PM. Alfred was featured in the hit show “Loco Comedy Jam” and the Latino Laugh Festival. He was the only comedian to be featured on all 3 seasons of Stand Up Revolution on Comedy Central. Alfred is

A Living Exhibit! Friday & Saturday evenings at dusk Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend ADMISSION: Donation *Program times vary by week depending on the time of sunset* visit www.clnaturecenter.org/going-batty to see each week's times Meet at the front entrance of the Nature Center. These are wild bats—we never feed or touch the animals.

Volunteers will improve trail conditions on one of the region’s most popular trails before ending the day with a celebratory barbecue. The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting up to 100 volunteers for a morning of trail restoration on National Public Lands Day, an annual observance when volunteers across the country

Join the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department for another large-scale trail volunteer event. Volunteers of all experience levels are invited to learn about trail restoration while working on some of the community's most-loved trails. Tools, instruction, and lunch will be provided! RSVPs are required for this event! To RSVP, contact Steve Biddle, City

Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) invites community members to participate in the Vaqueros 5k Stampede on September 28, 2024, starting at 9 a.m. PDT. This exciting event offers a unique opportunity to support the SBCC Vaqueros Athletic Trust, with all proceeds dedicated to enhancing athletic programs and facilities. The event welcomes runners and walkers of

Central Coast car enthusiasts, it’s time to shift into high gear! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 28, as the 17th Annual Goleta Fall Classic Car Show presented by Ruth Ann Bowe - Village Properties zooms back into The Goleta Lemon Festival. This year's event is revving up to be the biggest and best yet, featuring a stunning

Need Halloween Costumes or Spooky Decor? The Assistance League of Santa Barbara Thrift Store is having a "HALLOWEEN POP-UP" SALE. Find low-cost adult & children's costumes, frightening indoor/outdoor decorations for your home/office and all the ghoulish accessories you may need for your “night of fright.” Toys and Barbies too. 3 DAYS ONLY! **All sales benefit

La Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara invita a nuestra comunidad hispana a un curso de seis sesiones en español, centrado en la alfabetización básica en informática, diseñado para proporcionarle a los participantes las herramientas necesarias para prosperar en el mundo impulsado por la tecnología de hoy en día.

Come learn Thriller at Chase Palm Park beachside every Saturday 9:45am-11am until Halloween. (Cabrillo Blvd. between Garden St. & Calle Caesar Chavez). No dance experience needed. Come and be part of 100 Zombies rising from the dead to Thrill The World at the Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens October 26th.

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.

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

Out of The Darkness Walk Taking Place on September 28 at Goleta Beach The County of Santa Barbara, Department of Behavioral Wellness is a sponsor for the 2024 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Out of the Darkness Walk, and invites the community to join.  This year’s walk will take place on September 28th at Goleta

Lanny is an award winning Children's Musician with over 25 years of experience writing and performing Music for Kids. This class is co-created with Speech Language Pathologists to optimize Language Learning. Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the Month.

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

Come and be merry at our annual fundraiser for Trinity Gardens! Dragons & Fairies (Family friendly time) is from 3-5pm featuring SweetHawk Falconry, puppet shows, games and crafts. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children with food available for purchase. At 5:30pm, the event evolves into an evening of enjoying Apiary Mead, Third

Tecolote Book Shop hosts local author Alycia Vreeland for an in-store book talk and signing of both her illustrated memoir Baby Darlin’ and poetry collaboration with her late husband Jon Vreeland, titled Laughing in Her Sleep. About Baby Darlin’ Most of them are dead. Silence is broken and the secret unearthed. Surviving the Cajun Curse,

Join us for a fun-filled day of Renaissance times at our annual fundraiser for Trinity Gardens, the local community garden of the foothills. There will be an all age family affair from 3-5pm and then 21 + from 5:30-8pm. Costumes are encouraged! 3-5pm-Dragons and Fairies-An afternoon of family fun including encounters with birds of prey

The Santa Barbara Sea Shell Association’s 40th annual Sips and Ships Wine & Beer Tasting & Yacht Tours Fundraiser is planned for Saturday, September 28th from 4pm to 7pm at Marina One in the Santa Barbara Harbor. Come join us for a wonderful evening of wine and beer tasting from local wineries and Island Brewing

On Saturday, September 28, 2024, Alpha Resource Center will host our 3rd Annual Gala at Imagine Park at our Cathedral Oaks campus. The gala will highlight the impact of Alpha’s other programs with amazing firsthand success stories from participants and their families. And, of course, there will be great food, drinks, entertainment, live and silent auctions,

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!

Mission: Alpha Resource Center of Santa Barbara empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Santa Barbara County by supporting families, creating opportunities, and fostering belonging.   What: On Saturday, September 28, 2024, Alpha Resource Center will host our 3rd annual gala at Imagine Park on our Cathedral Oaks campus.   The gala will honor

Wasted Potential Comedy is thrilled to announce our new partnership with La Lieff Winery! 🍷✨ We’re kicking things off with our debut show: Wasted Potential Presents: Goddess Comedy Hour at La Lieff Tasting Room 🎤 MC: Ashley Blom 🎤 Opener: Tova Morrison 🎤 Featured: Maggie Hyde 🎤 Headliner: Amanda Michelle Enjoy wine and snacks as

A Living Exhibit! Friday & Saturday evenings at dusk Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend ADMISSION: Donation *Program times vary by week depending on the time of sunset* visit www.clnaturecenter.org/going-batty to see each week's times Meet at the front entrance of the Nature Center. These are wild bats—we never feed or touch the animals.