Come to the Information Meeting to find out about an exciting new SBCC Study Abroad Program in Costa Rica! Spanish, Surf and Stretch June 3 - 25, 2023.

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the State of the County on Wednesday, November 30th from 3 to 5 PM

We can’t wait to create with you at an Art From Scrap Crafternoon!

We can’t wait to create with you at an Art From Scrap Crafternoon!

Thore Edgen Art Exhibit + Live Music by Chris Judge and Colin Richardson

Bring the whole family to enjoy Teaching Artist-led activities in the Museum’s Family Resource Center. Explore the elements of art and architecture by creating a 3D paper sculpture inspired by the collages of Marshall Brown. Afterward, enjoy the galleries until 8 pm.

Bring the whole family to enjoy Teaching Artist-led activities in the Museum’s Family Resource Center. Explore the elements of art and architecture by creating a 3D paper sculpture inspired by the collages of Marshall Brown. Afterward, enjoy the galleries until 8 pm.

SBMA and Opera Santa Barbara partner to present a season’s sampling of art and music with pop-up performances in the Museum’s galleries, inspired by SBMA’s collection and special exhibitions or other topical themes.

SBMA and Opera Santa Barbara partner to present a season’s sampling of art and music with pop-up performances in the Museum’s galleries, inspired by SBMA’s collection and special exhibitions or other topical themes.

Art Matters Lecture with Harmon Siegel, Ph.D.
Junior Fellow, Harvard Society of Fellows

Impressionism has, from the beginning, been seen as an art of nature. Today, however, in the moment we call the Anthropocene, when human projects have transformed every corner of the planet and threaten to make it uninhabitable, this commitment may seem hopelessly naive. In fact, however, impressionist paintings illuminate our condition, revealing the entanglement of nature and society. In so doing, they help us overcome nostalgia for a lost nature and recognize our responsibility for shaping the world we inhabit.

Free Students and Museum Circle Members
$10 SBMA Members
$15 Non-Members

Known for its “voluptuous tapestry of sound, vocal purity, and radiant sonorities,” the Quire of Voyces remains 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 Kreitzer in 1993, the Quire comprises professional singers from Southern California who volunteer their time, passion, and skill to create the ensemble’s acclaimed “crystalline” sound.

Ludington Court (open and free to the public for 1st Thursday, no ticket required)

Known for its “voluptuous tapestry of sound, vocal purity, and radiant sonorities,” the Quire of Voyces remains 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 Kreitzer in 1993, the Quire comprises professional singers from Southern California who volunteer their time, passion, and skill to create the ensemble’s acclaimed “crystalline” sound.

Ludington Court (open and free to the public for 1st Thursday, no ticket required)

Start your eco friendly holiday season off with Art From Scrap on Friday, December 2nd!

Jazz at the Ballroom presents Holiday “In” on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 7 PM. Award-winning musicians from across the country take turns on stage for a show reminiscent of the old Christmas specials with Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and other singing greats.

Come join author and illustrator, William Dalziel, when he debuts his second children’s book, “Charlie’s Dream” on Saturday, Dec. 3   from 2 – 4pm at Tecolote Books

State Street Ballet Academy presents Rudolph on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 2 PM and 6 PM. A ballet of the full school of State Street Ballet Academy, featuring dancers 3 and up, including the State Street Ballet Young Dancers. “Rudolph” is the classic holiday tale of the misfit reindeer who learns that there’s a

Join the Mental Wellness Center and Best Selling Author Dr. Ken Duckworth for a discussion and book signing on December 3rd from 3-5:00 p.m.

Mental Wellness Center presents a book signing and Q&A event for You Are Not Alone on Saturday, December 3rd from 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Holiday refreshments will be provided.

Kevin A. Short, the artist whose show The Peaceful Sea is currently on display in the SBMM gallery and Munger Theater, will hold a unique event at the museum—a combination of a studio open house, personal exhibit tours, and sale of his work—on Saturday, December 3, from 5-7pm. This special evening program is a culmination of Kevin’s exhibit at the museum, following his successful and well-received exhibit opening, an art class on the patio (October 23), and a talk at the Santa Barbara Yacht Club. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required via RSVP to Linda Fields at lfields@sbmm.org or (805) 456-8743.

Celebrate the Holidays at the Alcazar Theatre with Elvis! Enjoy Holiday Songs and Elvis favorites at The Blue Christmas Show featuring Raymond Michael!

Trinity Lutheran Church Flea Market
From toys to books, clothing to decorations – something for everyone
Trinity Lutheran Church opens a huge, multiple family Flea Market with great finds, just in time for Christmas. With inflation creating sticker shock at stores, come find the best prices in town at Trinity Lutheran Church Flea Market.
“We have been collecting all year for this Flea Market and have a huge number of great items to sell. Make this Flea Market your first stop for shopping and avoid the holiday crowds,” says Judy Larson, member at Trinity Lutheran Church and Flea Market organizer.
The Flea Market features Christmas décor and gifts as well as art, ceramics, kitchen goods, furniture, books, linens, jewelry, paper goods, toys, adult and kids clothing and hand-mades like sweaters and Christmas stockings, and so much more.
The Flea Market will open December 3 at 10 am and runs until 2 pm and then December 4 it will open 10:30 am to 1 pm. The proceeds from the Trinity Lutheran Church Flea Market benefits Trinity Gardens, a non-profit organization who grows organic produce to meet the food needs of our community, and provides gardening and food education. The harvesting of food from the garden supports programs at Grace Food Pantry. An orchard in the garden provides fruit to feed the hungry in Santa Barbara.
Funds raised by the Flea Market will also support Grace Food Pantry, which provides healthy and nutritional foods, including “kitchen-less kits” for clients who lack access to cooking facilities.
“It is fantastic way to beat inflation this year!” says Pastor Mark Marius of Trinity Lutheran Church. “Community members can purchase creative gifts at affordable prices and know that the proceeds support feeding programs in our community.”

 C.A.R.E.4Paws is hosting a Howliday Donation Drive-Thru on Saturday, December 3, at Earl Warren Showgrounds from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Help C.A.R.E.4Paws keep local pets in need happy and healthy this holiday season by donating dry or canned pet food or monetary gifts at our “Howliday” Donation Drive-Thru on Saturday, December 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Earl Warren Showgrounds. Donations support our Pet Assistance Program Mobile Clinic Wellness Services.