Ongoing

The Lure of Lighthouses & Dancing Waves Photographs by Dan Merkel

SBMM) presents The Lure of Lighthouses & Dancing Waves, an exhibit featuring more than 35 photographs of lighthouses and waves by the renowned and Emmy Award-winning surfing photographer and videographer Dan Merkel. The lighthouse photographs include images of lighthouses from near and far—from Cape Elizabeth and Cape Hatteras on the East Coast and Point Loma and Point Pinos on the West to Portugal and Australia. The images are accompanied by Dan’s breath-taking photos capturing waves throughout the world. Beginning on Thursday, January 26, the exhibit will be on view in SBMM’s Gallery and Munger Theater through August 27, 2023.

SB Botanic Garden “At the Edge” Exhibit: Stories from the Frontlines the Garden’s Conservation Projects on the Channel Islands

“At the Edge,” a new exhibit now on view at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s Pritzlaff Conservation Center Gallery, goes to the frontlines of the Garden’s conservation work on the Channel Islands to present graphic and photographic stories from two of their ongoing research projects. One section profiles the 30-year-long effort to rescue island mallow, a shrub native only to the Channel Islands, from certain extinction. The other illustrates a study that uses DNA meta-barcoding of the diets of island foxes.

Reading and Conversation – “Blue Skies” by T.C. Boyle

Returning to the Museum in what has become a much-anticipated and highly animated annual event, T.C. Boyle, Santa Barbara's prolific and perennial favorite, reads from his latest novel, "Blue Skies."

Called by fellow author Annie Proulx, “Brilliantly imaginative...in a terrifying way," "Blue Skies" follows in the tradition of Boyle's finest novels, combining high-octane plotting with mordant wit and shrewd social commentary. Described as "an eco-thriller with teeth," this tragicomic and prescient novel captures the absurdity and "inexpressible sadness at the heart of everything.” When once rare epic natural disasters happen every week what is left to do but drink?

Book signing to follow.

Concerts in the Park: Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries

Enjoy an evening of free live music along Santa Barbara’s waterfront courtesy of the City's Parks and Recreation Department. Concerts take place every Thursday in July on the Great Meadow in Chase Palm Park. This free concert series is hosted in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Community (PARC) Foundation.

The Jerry Douglas Band

Lobero LIVE presents The Jerry Douglas Band, July 20, 2023 at 7:30 PM. The band, led by 14-time GRAMMY® Award winner Jerry Douglas, has been forging new paths into the musical horizon since 2017, with deep roots in bluegrass and folk that spreads out into the Americana and jazz landscapes. They perform at some of

Stop Searching: Best Brunch in SB is at Angel Oak, Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

We are excited to announce that the Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
is rolling out the red carpet every Sunday with the best brunch in Santa Barbara. Indulge, relax, and recharge from 10-1 pm at Angel Oak, the signature fine dining venue that offers elevated coastal cuisine with 180 degrees views of the captivating Gaviota Coast.

Imagine this: start your Sunday off sipping prosecco or your drink of choice from the extensive list of wines and spirits. Enjoy the Sunrise Spritz or the festive “Build your own Bloody” option while enjoying the spectacular ocean view.

Chef Josh Kellim’s extensive brunch menu is unparalleled. It includes decadent offerings and unique delights ranging from a Half Dozen Oysters and Ritz Carlton Caviar to the savory Duck and Vegetables Hash.

Brunching favorites like Eggs Benedict, Avocado Toast, and Blueberry Banana Pancakes will keep every guest happy. And don’t forget to satisfy your sweet tooth with the dessert offerings, including the signature Goleta Lemon Tart. Linger over a final cup of coffee, taking in the majestic scene as pelicans soar nearby.

Brunch with us at Angel Oak. Please call for reservations: 805-571-4220.

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