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New Exhibit: California Missions by Edwin Deakin

New Exhibit: California Missions by Edwin Deakin October 5, 2023 – February 18, 2024   The California mission system left behind an architectural legacy, which artist Edwin Deakin began to document in the 1890s. By that time, several of the missions were in a state of disrepair and decay and there was growing alarm that

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“Depth of Field” Exhibit at SB Botanic Garden Gallery

Though originally taken for scientific purposes, the images of California native plants in a new exhibit at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s Gallery were photographed using a specialized technique that created dramatic portraits against a black background. “Depth of Field: Botanical Photography Through the Low-key Lens” features images taken over a period of fifty years

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Santa Barbara ZooLights

See the Zoo in a whole new light at  ZooLights! Enjoy this immersive holiday experience featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED bulbs. Walk through the Zoo and enjoy the illuminated lanterns showcasing animal and nature scenes that represent wild places from around the world. Discover ocean animals, beautiful birds,

$18 – $32

Santa Barbara Dentist to Brighten the Holidays with Food and Toy Drive

Santa Barbara Dentist to Brighten the Holidays with Food and Toy Drive Santa Barbara dentist, Dr. Michael Carley, is once again stepping up to make a difference. This time, it's all about spreading joy and warmth during the holiday season with the Food and Toy Drive. Individuals are encouraged to bring any non-perishable food or

An Enchanted Winter Wonderland: SYV Holiday Lights Festival

River View Park 151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton

Embark on a breathtaking journey through a world filled with twinkling lights, festive decorations, falling snow, live reindeer, Santa's corner & holiday cheer...an immersive experience you'll remember for a lifetime!

$25

Life’s Ups and Downs: An Evening of One Act Plays

Wake Auditorium/Schott Auditorium Wake (310 N. Turnpike Rd.), Schott (12/7 only) (300 W. Pueblo), Santa Barbara

SBCC School of Extended Learning Acting for Older Adults, and its production arm, Theatre Eclectic, present Life's Ups and Downs: An Evening of One Act Plays, filled with comedies and dramas, some written by our own local playwrights.  Appropriate for adults and young adults 13+.  This is free public theater, so admission for all shows

Free

The Good Good Show

Night Lizard Brewing Co. 607 State Street, Santa Barbara

The Good Good Show is Santa Barbara's longest running monthly stand up comedy show featuring the hottest comics working today that you've seen or heard on Comedy Central, CONAN, Jimmy Kimmel, Funny or Die, Fox, TruTV, Sirius XM and more. FEATURING: Matt O'Brien, Mahesh Kotagi, Julie Weidmann, Lynn Maleh and Hannah Gansen. Come have some

$10

The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Farewell Tour

Lobero LIVE presents The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Farewell Tour on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 7:30 PM. The legendary quartet has achieved an incomparable career of pop and jazz hits, winning 10 GRAMMY® Awards out of 20 nominations. With their current release, FIFTY, the group has earned its 21st GRAMMY® nomination – for Best Jazz Vocal Album. They’ve also been inducted this year into the East Coast Music Hall of Fame and the Vocal Music Hall of Fame.

https://www.lobero.org/events/the-manhattan-transfer-50th-anniversary-farewell-tour/

The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Farwell

Lobero LIVE presents The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Farewell Tour on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 7:30 PM. The legendary quartet has achieved an incomparable career of pop and jazz hits, winning 10 GRAMMY® Awards out of 20 nominations. With their current release, FIFTY, the group has earned its 21st GRAMMY® nomination – for Best Jazz Vocal Album. They’ve also been inducted this year into the East Coast Music Hall of Fame and the Vocal Music Hall of Fame.

https://www.lobero.org/events/the-manhattan-transfer-50th-anniversary-farewell-tour/

Join us for Westerlay Orchids Annual Christmas Party!

We are thrilled to announce our annual Westerlay Orchids Christmas Open House is near!    Taking place next Thursday, December 7th at the Retail showroom, enjoy seasonal bites, beverages, photos with Santa, Raffle prizes, European Christmas Market and more! What: Annual Holiday Party! When: Thursday, December 7th, 2022 - 3PM - 6PM  Where: 3504 Via

Free

Paint at Paseo Nuevo

Paseo Nuevo 651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara

Come celebrate the holiday season at the final Paint at Paseo Event of the year! Join in for a cozy night of art inside the Peppermint Parlor, community, and relaxation featuring Gio Herrera, a Santa Maria-based Oaxaqueno artist who draws inspiration from his cultural traditions, lifestyle, and nature. Gio will lead a 90-minute acrylic painting

Free

Art Opening at Art & Soul

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and movement of Coastal Edges: Life, Light, Flow -  a collaborative show with local Fiber Artist and Sculptor, Kellen Meyer and Photographer and Fine Artist, John Baran.  Opening reception Thursday, December 7th, 5-8p at Art & Soul in the Funk Zone, through the patio at Lama Dog Tap Room.

Santa’s Workshop: Holiday Cookie Decorating

Paseo Nuevo 651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara

The holidays are sweeter at the Paseo Nuevo! Come decorate gingerbread and sugar cookies at the Peppermint Parlor. Bring friends & family too and spread the holiday cheer!

Free

Edo Pop: Woodblock Prints and Popular Culture in Premodern Japan

Art Matters Lecture with Matthew Welch, Deputy Director and Chief Curator, Minneapolis Institute of Art. With their crisp outlines, unmodulated colors, and surprising vantage points, Japanese woodblock prints (ukiyo-e) from the 18th and 19th centuries seem as fresh and captivating today as when they were produced. Sensuality, fashion, decadent entertainments and urban pastimes all reflect

$10 – $15

FREE Fire Cider Workshop at Pura Luna Apothecary

PURA LUNA APOTHECARY 633 Chapala St, Santa Barbara

Time & Location Dec 07, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PST Santa Barbara, 633 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA About The Event Join us for a premier Herbal First Thursday Event for an In-Person workshop at Pura Luna Apothecary.  We will be teaming up with other herbal local businesses, to present a fun how-to-make & use of

FREE

Family 1st Thursday

Santa Barbara Museum of Art 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara

Bring the whole family to enjoy Teaching Artist-led activities in the Museum’s Family Resource Center. Create botanical ghost prints in turquoise ink on black and white sheets of paper inspired by Bertha Jaques’ False Spikenard (ca. 1915). Afterward, enjoy the galleries until 8 pm. Family Resource Center Free

Free

Quire of Voyces

Santa Barbara Museum of Art 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara

Known for its “voluptuous tapestry of sound, vocal purity and radiant sonorities,” the Quire of Voyces celebrates its 30th anniversary season steadfastly dedicated to its mission of presenting and recording world-class, transcendent interpretations of sacred a cappella works from the Renaissance and modern eras in spectacular historic settings. Envisioned and founded by Artistic Director Nathan

Free
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