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

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.

Summer might be drawing to a close but we intend to keep the party going! To celebrate the close of the summer season, we invite you to dance the night away at Canary’s End(less) Summer Sunset Rooftop Party on September 29th! Enjoy live music from Brayell & Antonio Barret plus DJ sets from Val-mar Records

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

Local candidates running for Santa Barbara City Council seats in Districts 1, 2, and 3 have agreed to participate in this live Community Forum. Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish will be provided by Silvia Uribe. This event will be recorded by TV Santa Barbara (community access Channels 17 and 71) in both English and Spanish for

The Good Good Show is a monthly stand up comedy show featuring the hottest comics working today that you've seen or heard on The Late Late Show, Netflix, Hulu, Last Comic Standing, Jimmy Kimmel, Paramount Network, TV Land, Apple TV+, SiriusXM and more. FEATURING: Jan Davidson, Brendan Scannell, Julie Weidmann, Sarah Lawrence and Jon Durnell. Come have some laughs and enjoy a delicious

No one has more consistently led American music for the last 50 years than Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, the founders of Hot Tuna – which started as a side project during their Jefferson Airplane days. The band members, who were honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 2016 GRAMMY® Awards, perform with a well-honed

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,

Alzheimer’s Association educational presentations and support groups are conducted by trained facilitators, providing caregivers of people with dementia with: Current information about Alzheimer’s and other dementias A supportive connection with other caregivers Practical solutions to common caregiver challenges Strategies for coping with caregiver issues A safe place to share feelings, needs, and concerns Information about

Celebrate BOOCARA at the Bacara Along with a Double Trouble Spa Exclusive the Entire Month of October A weekend filled with Spooktacular Activities for all ages starting October 26th and October 31st.  What: Join us for a spooktacular day filled with family-friendly fun at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara’s Annual Boo-Cara! Families in the local community and beyond

Deborah Breedon, Kris Buck and Chuck Klein have brought together landscapes, florals and abstracts in pastel and fine woodworking to create this months featured show, Woodlands II.

Two Smart Senior Living Seminars on October 1st at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM "Prepare to Care" with Jeanne West @ 10:00 AM At some future time, anyone of us might be (or need) a caregiver.  An overview of Care Planning techniques and local community resources will be discussed. Each participant will be given the

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

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. Other festivities include glamour portraits by CherThisMoment, music by

Fall is coming... Learn about your Medicare Options for 2025! Stevens & Associates, a trusted Medicare resource for our senior community will provide you with the knowledge and support needed to navigate your healthcare options. Jason will cover essential topics such as Medicare, Medigap, Medicare Advantage and recent legislative changes affecting your healthcare. October 1, 2024 1:00

If buying a home is something you hope to do, you can't afford to miss this event. The home buying fair gives you a chance to meet with real estate professionals, attend mini home buying education seminars, and enjoy a complimentary supper while you get all of your questions answered. There will be raffle prizes

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

Seamlessly blending illusion, acrobatics, magic, and whimsy, MOMIX sends audiences flying down the rabbit hole in Moses Pendleton’s newest creation, ALICE, inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland. “I don’t intend to retell the whole Alice story” Pendleton says, “but to use it as a taking off point for invention.” Join this dazzling company

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

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

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

Continuing their 38-year tradition of calling attention to and supporting the preservation of open spaces in the natural world through their artwork, the Oak Group members are proud to hold their 2024 art show benefiting the UC Santa Barbara North Campus Open Space. North Campus Open Space is an extensive restoration of the upper arms

Mensa is an international social organization for gifted youth and adults who score in the 98th percentile or above on standardized IQ tests. One can join by submitting prior evidence. (See https://www.us.mensa.org/join/testscores/.) Or one can take a proctored test through Mensa. This test will be offered in Carpinteria on Saturday, October 12, for those 14

Have you been told you have prediabetes or diabetes? This program is an excellent update for people with prediabetes or diabetes and essential for anyone with a new diagnosis. In this 4-week program, you will learn: How you can manage your blood sugar Why checking blood sugar can improve your health About nutrition and yes!

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

Downtown Santa Barbara's sizzling salsa dancing! Join us every Wednesday of October from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in front of M. Special at 634 State St. Event Dates: Wednesday, October 2 Wednesday, October 9 Wednesday, October 16 Wednesday, October 23 Wednesday, October 30 Enjoy free salsa lessons led by the amazing Brenda Ruiz from 6:00

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

LaunchWell is a monthly drop-in, peer support group for parents of young adults (ages 18-25) who are navigating the college years as well as this time of transition as a parent. Focused on strengthening parent-child relationships,​ setting boundaries, and improving communication. Registration is required>>

The Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) is thrilled to present a preview of its upcoming exhibit, "A Glimpse into Santa Barbara’s Hispanic Heritage, 1850-1950," at the Santa Barbara Public Library. The exhibit will run from September 29 through October 30, with an opening reception on Sunday, September 29 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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

Gregg Hart and Sari Domingues, the top two candidates elected in the Primary race will face off to represent District 37 during this live forum. Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish will be provided by Silvia Uribe. This event will be recorded by TV Santa Barbara (community access Channels 17 and 71) in both English and Spanish

On Tuesday, October 1-4, 2024, The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara (BCRC) will present PINK WEEK a series of free educational webinars focused on topics vital to empowering and supporting individuals in treatment for breast cancer and survivorship health. PINK WEEK will help raise much needed funds to continue providing essential free services.

Lompoc Chalks will return to Lompoc Airport for a weekend of art and entertainment October 4-6. The schedule for this free community event includes a special Food Truck Friday event followed by two packed days of live entertainment, youth activities, food trucks and local vendors. Plus, colorful creations by talented artists from near and far!

Join us for an engaging discussion with acclaimed soprano Karen Slack, hosted by the Music Academy of the West’s Chief Artistic Officer Nate Bachhuber and SBMA’s Chief Curator James Glisson. Ms. Slack will delve into the background on her upcoming African Queens recital, set to take place on October 5 in Hahn Hall at the

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

SPOOKY MOVIE NIGHTS ARE BACK! Join us for our outdoor Spooky Movie Nights at Paseo Nuevo! Every Friday of October at 6:30pm, enjoy a free Spooky Movie on the rooftop of our South Side parking garage! Friday 10/4: Casper Friday 10/11: Haunted Mansion Friday 10/18: Beetlejuice Friday 10/25: Hocus Pocus Complimentary popcorn will be served! Bring blankets, chairs and

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.

Coming to the Arlington Theatre, André 3000’s New Blue Sun LIVE performances are a mesmerizing blend of musical exploration and raw emotion, showcasing his unique artistry. Joined on stage by Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, Nate Mercereau and Deantoni Parks, the group’s masterful instrumentation captivates audiences with the same approach to how New Blue Sun was

In collaboration with The Santa Barbara Run Club, Paseo Nuevo welcomes you to RunTober Fest! Free community run, yoga & pilates for all! Paseo Nuevo, The Santa Barbara Run Club & Poke House presents… our first annual RunTober Fest 2024! RunToberFest 2024 Saturday, October 5th | 9am-1pm Location: Paseo Nuevo – De la Guerra Place

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

Lompoc Chalks will return to Lompoc Airport for a weekend of art and entertainment October 4-6. The schedule for this free community event includes a special Food Truck Friday event followed by two packed days of live entertainment, youth activities, food trucks and local vendors. Plus, colorful creations by talented artists from near and far!

Join the Goleta Valley Historical Society for one of the original Old-Time music festivals on the West Coast! This year’s festival will feature music, workshops, and jams with BOSCO (JAPAN), Jimmy Triplett (AL), Spencer & Rains (KS/TX), Scott Prouty (CANADA), SLO County Stumblers (CA) and many more! Enjoy a day full of performances, contests, epic

Fall under the spell of snakes, bats, spiders, and scorpions! Touch skulls and bones that will rattle your bones! Enjoy enchanting music! Make a mask Sip witches brew Visit the Nature Center More Details to Come Admission: Donation

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

Celebrate 25 years of Wilderness Youth Project at an all-ages festival on October 5th, 2024, from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Santa Barbara City College’s Great Meadow. Enjoy a day filled with nature-inspired activities, live music, delicious food, and crafts. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled day for the whole family!

Wilderness Youth Project (WYP) is thrilled to celebrate its 25th Anniversary in the Santa Barbara community. To give back to all the families, donors, partners, volunteers, staff, and friends who have given so much, WYP is offering a free celebration on Saturday, October 5, 2024. This milestone marks a quarter-century of empowering local youth through

Ganna Walska Lotusland is thrilled to announce that tickets and sponsorship packages for the 13th Annual Exceptional Plants Auction are now available! Join us on October 5th from 1 - 4 pm at Lotusland for the ultimate plant party! Enjoy signature cocktails and light bites while hobnobbing with more than 300 of the region's top

 on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2 PM & 7:30 PM. Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Off-Broadway sensation, Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE! This uproarious show, a seamless blend of theater and stand-up, has been revamped for 2024. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything

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

The Golden Gala is our flagship fundraising event and is the culmination of September's Gold Ribbon Campaign held in recognition of National Childhood Cancer Awareness month. The year's gala will again be hosted at Les Belles Fontaines Estate on October 5th and will be a beautiful evening for our supporters and families.

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

 on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2 PM & 7:30 PM. Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Off-Broadway sensation, Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE! This uproarious show, a seamless blend of theater and stand-up, has been revamped for 2024. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything

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.

An evening-length vocal recital of brilliantly curated new art songs celebrating the history and legacy of seven African Queens, revered as rulers but not widely heralded in the Western world. The program weaves this historical narrative through eight songs written for soprano Karen Slack by some of today’s most acclaimed composers, including three recent Music Academy guest composers, Jessie