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FISHING FOR THE FUTURE: Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival announces a silent auction on Instagram to Benefit the San
The Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival (SBSGOAF) is having an Instagram silent auction from October 11-18, with 100% of the proceeds going to @sbmaritimemuseum. The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum has been closed for the duration of the pandemic and may not be able to reopen until the end of the year. We wanted to help them out, and we are hoping you will support our efforts. 12 amazing professional artists are transforming wood fish into beautiful original art for you to bid on!
Blissful Boutiques Makers Market
Makers Market is the best outdoor market that Santa Barbara has to offer. Meet the artisans in person. This market offers unique one of a kind items in an outdoor European style setting.
Small-Format American Paintings from the Permanent Collection
The Preston Morton Collection, which forms the core of American art at SBMA, was gifted in 1961 upon the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Museum’s founding. In so doing, Preston Morton ensured that SBMA could boast one of the most comprehensive overviews of American art from the 18th to the mid-20th century among mid-sized institutions. The timing of the gift was significant, representing a corrective to the European bias of midcentury canonical modernism and a proud reassertion of home-grown American art.
This selection of small format paintings is a reminder of the breadth of the Museum’s holdings in this area. Oil and brush conjure the illusion of near and far persuasively, from the close perspective of still life, to the life-size proportions of bust portraiture, to sublime expanses of land and sky. Whether within hand’s reach or at an immeasurable distance, both types of visual experience are captured within the confines of a canvas no more than 15 inches in diameter.
Artists represented include William Merritt Chase, Frederic Edwin Church, Jasper Francis Cropsey, Thomas Eakins, Walter Gay, George Inness, George Luks, Jervis McEntee, John Frederick Peto, Levi Wells Prentice, Edward Henry Potthast.
Image: William Merritt Chase, "Children on the Beach" (detail), 1894. Oil on board. SBMA, Bequest of Margaret Mallory.
SBMM ANNOUNCES SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD RECIPE CONTEST: LET’S GET COOKING!
To support our neighbors in the Harbor and international efforts to promote responsible fishing, SBMM is holding a Sustainable Seafood Recipe Contest. The Santa Barbara Channel supports a small-scale owner-operated fishing fleet that responds to the seasonal availability of seafood. Supporting local fishermen instead of industrial fishing boats from somewhere else supports less waste and more accountability of sustainable fishing practices.
Teacher’s Fund “Back-to-School” supplies drive seeks to raise $50,000 to support local educators
Teacher's Fund "Back-to-School" supplies drive seeks to raise $50,000 to support local educators.
Fall After-School Multimedia Class (via Zoom, Ages 8 – 12)
Create abstracted landscapes, portraits, and dreamscapes in gouache, acrylic, watercolor, ink, and graphite, inspired by "In the Meanwhile...Recent Acquisitions of Contemporary Art."
MILLION MEALS CHALLENGE – FOOD COLLECTION
Help La Cumbre Plaza in supporting our local community food banks from coast-to-coast. Working with our partner properties throughout the country, we’re aiming to help serve a million meals to those in need.
We’ve partnered with FOOD BANK SANTA BARBARA to host a monetary collection drive.
We thank you for your generosity.
Join our team: MILLION MEALS CHALLENGE LA CUMBRE PLAZA at https://donate.foodbanksbc.org/give/t311203/#!/donation/checkout .
SB Museum of Natural History Hosts Virtual Art Show Fundraiser
From Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 11, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History will host an online art show and sale featuring over 70 unique contemporary pieces from 14 local celebrated artists
NatureTrack Film Fest Going All Virtual
The Third Annual NatureTrack Film Festival (NTFF) returns as a completely revamped virtual film festival for ten-days. This virtual edition will allow you to explore the big, blue marble from the comfort of your own home.
NatureTrack Film Festival Runs Through This Sunday
The Third Annual NatureTrack Film Festival is going virtual from October 9 through 18 with worldwide
Oct 10-11 – Green Tara – A Dharma Transmission
Oct 10-11 – Green Tara - A Dharma Transmission
Known as the Mother of Liberation, the Bodhisattva Green Tara (in a female form) is a swift acting protector from fear and all other major sources of suffering stemming from pride, ignorance, anger, attachment and hatred.
Silent auction to Benefit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival announces a silent auction on Instagram to Benefit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
Spooky Zoo!
Although the Santa Barbara Zoo's popular annual Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo, is canceled this year due to COVID-19, guests can still get into the spirit with Spooky Zoo, an outdoor Halloween spell-ebration from October 16–31!
Studio Sundays (via Zoom): Abstract Landscape
Studio Sundays (via Zoom): Abstract Landscape
After looking closely at Aaron Siskind’s gelatin silver print photograph, "New York 329" (1978), create your own abstract landscape using a small selection of common household items. Play with pattern, texture, and the inspiring constraints of working in a limited palette to evoke a sense of place in a setting you remember or imagine.
View the inspiration image for this class on the Museum’s online collection.
Visitors of all ages are welcome to participate in this virtual workshop, led by SBMA Teaching Artists via Zoom. On the second Sunday of each month participants explore a different medium, including clay, metal, ink, wood, photography, and paper. All projects are inspired by works of art in the Museum’s permanent collection or special exhibitions.
Materials needed for each activity are posted in advance here.
Registration is limited to 24 participants.
Ticket Cost:
Virtual Experience via Zoom: FREE
Healing and self-care in Mindfulness, Compassion and Nature Connection
Healing and self-care in Mindfulness, Compassion and Nature Connection
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Healing and self-care in Mindfulness, Compassion and Nature Connection with Michael Kearney, MD and Radhule Weininger, PhD
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Free Rumi Monthly Webinar
Free Rumi Monthly Webinar
Join us on the second Monday of each month to learn about the mystical poetry of Jalal al Din Rumi. Led by Dr. Fariba Enteshari, this webinar is for people who want to understand the language behind Rumi’s poetry.
Cultivating Emotional Balance through Mindfulness with Radhule Weininger, PhD
Cultivating Emotional Balance through Mindfulness with Radhule Weininger, PhD
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Cultivating Emotional Balance through Mindfulness with Radhule Weininger, PhD, psychologist and meditation teacher
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Morning Meditation
Morning Meditation
Join the Rumi Educational Center and Dr. Fariba Enteshari for 15 minutes of meditation in the morning to start your day!
Mindful Self-Compassion Meditation with Anahita Holden and Hattie Bluestone
Mindful Self-Compassion Meditation with Anahita Holden and Hattie Bluestone
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Mindful Self-Compassion Meditation with Anahita Holden and Hattie Bluestone
Mindful Self-Compassion Meditation with Anahita Holden and Hattie Bluestone
Mindful Self-Compassion Meditation with Anahita Holden and Hattie Bluestone
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Mindful Self-Compassion Meditation with Anahita Holden and Hattie Bluestone
PFLAG Santa Barbara October Chapter Meeting
PFLAG Santa Barbara October Chapter Meeting
"Being an Interracial Gay Couple in Santa Barbara" - PFLAG Santa Barbara and Santa Maria October meeting. Hear their stories with time for discussion and support. Pre-registration is required.
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Morning Meditation
Morning Meditation
Join the Rumi Educational Center and Dr. Fariba Enteshari for 15 minutes of meditation in the morning to start your day!
CommUnify Honors 2020 Champions Rona Barrett, Jim Glines, and The Towbes Group
CommUnify Honors 2020 Champions Rona Barrett, Jim Glines, and The Towbes Group
CommUnify recognizes extraordinary people and organizations that have helped improve the lives of children, youth, families, and seniors with a Unique Event at Drive-In Theater on Oct 14.
Mindfulness in Recovery with Arno Jaffe, JD and meditation teacher
Mindfulness in Recovery with Arno Jaffe, JD and meditation teacher
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Mindfulness in Recovery Meditation with Arno Jaffe, JD and meditation teacher.
Spanish Language Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Certification Program!
Spanish Language Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Certification Program!
Acompañanos para obtener tu propia certificación. del Aprendizaje Socio-Emocional (SEL) impartido por AHA! Aprenderás habilidades importantes y esenciales para mejorar tus relaciones y bienestar.
Reflective Writing Group October 14, Wed 7-8:30 “Write Yourself Out of Confusion”
Reflective Writing Group October 14, Wed 7-8:30 “Write Yourself Out of Confusion”
Reflective Writing Group October 14, Wed 7-8:30 "Write Yourself Out of Confusion" For more information contact BodhiPath
Living Fully with Mindfulness and Compassion with Radhule Weininger, PhD and Japanese Zen Master Souken Danjo
Living Fully with Mindfulness and Compassion with Radhule Weininger, PhD and Japanese Zen Master Souken Danjo
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Living Fully with Mindfulness and Compassion with Radhule Weininger, PhD and Japanese Zen Master Souken Danjo
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Morning Meditation
Morning Meditation
Join the Rumi Educational Center and Dr. Fariba Enteshari for 15 minutes of meditation in the morning to start your day!
Seda Custom Skincare Products – La Cumbre Plaza Store Opens – October 15th, 2020
Seda Custom Skincare Products – La Cumbre Plaza Store Opens – October 15th, 2020
Come join us to celebrate the grand opening of Seda Custom Skincare Products in La Cumbre Plaza!
Sign up for a complimentary skin analysis.
FREE ONLINE WEBINAR: THE HISTORY OF SANTA BARBARA’S WATERFRONT
FREE ONLINE WEBINAR: THE HISTORY OF SANTA BARBARA’S WATERFRONT
Virtually locked by mountains at either end, Santa Barbara has long looked to the sea for food, trade, and supplies. Chumash tomols, Spanish supply ships, and Boston hide and tallow vessels provided for the community in their respective eras. The story of all this and so much more will be revealed in The History of the Santa Barbara Waterfront.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Valiant Voices Virtual Meetup!
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Valiant Voices Virtual Meetup!
Join the community virtually for Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
Healing Breathwork, Loving Kindness, Sound and Body Meditation with Renee Golan
Healing Breathwork, Loving Kindness, Sound and Body Meditation with Renee Golan
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Healing Breathwork, Loving Kindness, Sound and Body Meditation with Renee Golan
Morning Meditation
Morning Meditation
Join the Rumi Educational Center and Dr. Fariba Enteshari for 15 minutes of meditation in the morning to start your day!
The Women and The Waves: 93 Letters from Marge: A Zoom Film Screening & Q&A presentation by filmmaker, Heather Hudson
The Women and The Waves: 93 Letters from Marge: A Zoom Film Screening & Q&A presentation by filmmaker, Heather Hudson
93 – Letters from Marge is a new film about surf pioneer and icon, Marge Calhoun (1924-2017) and is told through letters she wrote during the last years of her life. This sweet and personal film shines a light on the 1958 Makaha International Champion, an inspiring woman who lived life to the fullest.
The film features archival footage and photos by vintage surf photographers Bud Browne, Don James, Leroy Grannis, Ron Church and more. The film also includes a soundtrack of upbeat and inspiring music by various California artists and highlighted with an original theme song, “Salty Utopia,” written and performed by up and coming Ventura based surf sisters, Annalie & Malia Ilagan.
Wildling Museum’s 20th Anniversary Virtual Fundraiser
Wildling Museum’s 20th Anniversary Virtual Fundraiser
Celebrating two decades of Art and Nature - Wildling Museum's 20th annual virtual fundraiser to take place on October 16th
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Morning Meditation
Morning Meditation
Join the Rumi Educational Center and Dr. Fariba Enteshari for 15 minutes of meditation in the morning to start your day!
Mindfulness Meditation for Lawyers with Attorney Arnold Jaffe
Mindfulness Meditation for Lawyers with Attorney Arnold Jaffe
Mindful Heart Programs presents: Mindfulness Meditation for Lawyers with Attorney Arnold Jaffe
RESCHEDULED: Oliver! ADDERLEY SCHOOL ADVANCED CONSERVATORY PRESENTS
RESCHEDULED: Oliver! ADDERLEY SCHOOL ADVANCED CONSERVATORY PRESENTS
$131 - VIP
$61 - Goldstar
$31 - Section A
(Ticket prices include a $6 per ticket Lobero Facility Fee; other fees may also apply.)
CANCELLED – Opera in the Park – Opera Santa Barbara
CANCELLED – Opera in the Park – Opera Santa Barbara
Opera in the Park! SAT, Oct 17 2:30-3:30PM at Elings Park, Wells Fargo Amphitheater at Godric Grove. Admission is FREE. Parking at Elings Park is $5. Don't miss an afternoon of opera and musical theatre favorites.
SB Audubon Presents: Rodent Control without Poisons
SB Audubon Presents: Rodent Control without Poisons
Presenters Kian and Joel Schulman, along with NPS ranger Cathy Schoonmaker, will discuss how rodenticides' adverse impacts are unnecessary and describe alternative methods. Program will be presented via Zoom. Details available at https://santabarbaraaudubon.org/program-rodent-control/
Youth Mental Health First Aid (Online)
Youth Mental Health First Aid (Online)
WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID Just as CPR helps you assist an individual having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid helps you assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis. Learn the importance of early intervention. Learn the risk factors and warning signs for mental health and substance use concerns, strategies
Live from Oaxaca – Celebrating Day of the Dead (via Zoom): Artisan Studio Visit with Wood Carver Zeny Fuentes Santiago
Live from Oaxaca – Celebrating Day of the Dead (via Zoom): Artisan Studio Visit with Wood Carver Zeny Fuentes Santiago
Cultural Anthropologist and favorite SBMA travel guide Florencio Moreno speaks about some of the traditions and unique ways Day of the Dead is celebrated in Oaxaca as he visits the home studio of wood carver Zeny Fuentes Santiago, selected as a Great Master of Mexican Folk Art by the Rockerfeller Foundation & National Bank of Mexico's Cultural Foundation. After the Q&A with the artisan, Museum Teaching Artist, Tina Villadolid shares ideas about how to create meaningful elements out of simple materials that can be added to home altars to honor loved ones who have passed.