Flamenco Santa Barbara presents Maria Bermudez’ “Sonidos Gitanos” (Gypsy Sounds) on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 7:30 PM. Experience the passion of genuine gypsy flamenco music and dance direct from Andalusia, Spain. A night of elegance, majesty, and passion not to be missed! Maria Bermudez gathers some of the most revered gypsy artists currently showcased

Please join us for a holiday ornament painting workshop for the family! Deanna Pini will enchant you with a live demonstration of her refined Asian painting technique on intricately crafted handmade ceramic ornaments. Immerse yourself in the artistry as we provide both ornaments and a palette of paints, giving you the opportunity to unleash your

Please join us for a book signing with author Mindy Bingham and illustrator Itoko Maeno. You may have seen Itoko while volunteering in our very own Family Resource Center on the weekends for Studio Sundays. We are delighted to announce a book signing event featuring the author and illustrator of their newly released book, Mother Nature

This nondenominational workshop will focus on developing a strong daily meditation practice, in alignment with the 11th Step of Alcoholics Anonymous. The workshop will be led by Santa Barbara native, Tom Gore O'Brien.  Tom is grateful to have recently celebrated 32 years of sobriety.  Tom has been facilitating meditation workshops in maximum security prisons and

Revered superstars of gypsy flamenco perform in an intimate evening of passionate music and dance. Direct from Andalusia, Spain, by way of a performance with the Los Angeles Philharmonic the night before, “Sonidos Gitanos” (Gypsy Sounds) features true legends and several of the next generation of dancers, singers, and musicians. Organized by Maria Bermudez, one

Santa Barbara! Join us at Rusty’s Pizza in the Funk Zone for a photo-op with the real Mr. Monopoly! Be the first to pre-order the only official “Santa Barbara Monopoly” game filled with historical Santa Barbara landmarks and local businesses. Have your photo taken in our fantastic Monopoly themed Photo Booth and play Rusty’s “Spin

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine Department invites you to virtually attend its November 2023 presentation. PRESENTER: Ken Duckworth, MD, Chief Medical Officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Dr. Duckworth will discuss NAMI’s free programs, research and NAMI’s first book, You are Not Alone. NAMI interviewed 130 people who have helped themselves

Medora’s Book Club is a series held at Casa del Herrero that pays tribute to Medora Steedman Bass’ lifelong love of reading and books. The series celebrates the literary accomplishments of others on the grounds of the estate. On November 28, Medora’s Book Club features a colorful discussion with Carpinteria-based Danielle Dall’Armi Hahn, author and

Telescope Tuesday at Camino Real Marketplace. Observe the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. It's free. We'll be set up in the plaza by the theater on the fourth Tuesday of each month, weather permitting.

Directed by Victor Bell, the choir will perform traditional and contemporary songs drawn from African American religious traditions. Bring your lunch and friends at noon to the Music Bowl in the Music Building and enjoy some live music!

Enjoy unique holiday crafting workshops suitable for all ages at the Peppermint Parlor, every Wednesday at 5pm!

You are invited to join attorney Jeremy A.A. Purves, your local Personal Family Lawyer and Kids Protection Planning professional, for an eye-opening seminar where you will discover how to ensure your kids are raised the way you want, by the people you want, no matter what, if something happens to you, and take home free

You are invited to join attorney Jeremy A.A. Purves, your local Personal Family Lawyer and Kids Protection Planning professional, for an eye-opening seminar where you will discover how to ensure your kids are raised the way you want, by the people you want, no matter what, if something happens to you, and take home free

Enjoy an intimate evening with a national treasure as Audra McDonald – winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy – performs works from Broadway, the Great American Songbook and beyond.

All Over Again Productions presents James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 7:30 PM. For the past 16 years, Garner and his band have faithfully recreated Cash’s biggest hits with stunning accuracy in this not-to-be-missed musical event. This world-class tribute to the ‘Man in Black’ has been featured live in concert on PBS stations, and has even performed at Folsom and San Quentin Prisons where Johnny Cash recorded his biggest albums.

https://www.lobero.org/events/james-garners-tribute-to-johnny-cash/

Come hang at the back patio tables of M. Special on State Street to practice Spanish, meet new people, and have fun! All levels of Spanish speaking ability are welcome – from beginner, to intermediate, to native speaker. This will be a fun and friendly environment to practice language! This will be an interactive meetup

Pianist Seong-Jin Cho returns with an eclectic program of Haydn, Ravel, Mozart and Liszt that demonstrates his remarkable range, thoughtful yet assertive style and impressive natural sense of balance.

Sustainably forested silver-tip fir trees from Northern California will be available for pickup on Friday, December 1 during “Christmas At The Nursery” at Plantel Nurseries (2275 E. Clark Ave.) in Santa Maria. Proceeds from the Christmas tree fundraiser will help fund Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) agriculture education and healthy eating programs for kids

Join us at De La Guerra Place for our Mistletoe Mall, a series of different holiday markets that highlights small businesses here in Santa Barbara! The Santa Barbara Artisan Market will be your one stop shop this holiday season for unique and locally crafted holiday gifts! Friday, December 1st: 10am-6pm Saturday, December 2nd: 10am-6pm Sunday,

Join us at De La Guerra Place for our Mistletoe Mall, a series of different holiday markets that highlights small businesses here in Santa Barbara! The Santa Barbara Artisan Market will be your one stop shop this holiday season for unique and locally crafted holiday gifts! Friday, December 1st: 10am-6pm Saturday, December 2nd: 10am-6pm Sunday,

The 5th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale is happening at the Santa Barbara Elks Lodge 613 on Friday, December 1st from 10AM to 5:30PM. Over 25 vendors, Elks Charity Tables, Poinsettias for sale, Raffle Baskets, Vendor Drawings and Sweet Treats Bake Sale. Lunch will be served Noon to 2PM and the Bar is open. 

The City of Santa Barbara’s Sustainability & Resilience Department is delighted to invite the community to join us for a "Sustainable Holidays Open House" on Friday, December 1 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at our office located at 801 Garden Street, Suite 200. This festive event is designed to spread holiday cheer and promote

The Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast (GSCCC) welcomes all to experience an enchanting Winter Wonderland this Holiday Season at Camp Arnaz. Immerse yourself in the sights of thousands of twinkling lights and holiday music as Camp Arnaz is transformed into a fantastic festival featuring dazzling lights, holiday horses, Santa’s elves, and delightful treats. Guests

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, from Goleta to Carpinteria, is excited to announce the 2023 Goleta’s Finest Award Winners. Goleta’s Finest is a 73-year-old tradition honoring remarkable individuals whose contributions have enhanced the Goleta community. The 2023 award recipients will be honored at a formal celebration on December 1, 5:30-9:00 PM, at

Enjoy a delicious cup of hot cocoa at the Peppermint Parlor on Friday evenings!

Peake Ranch Winery Proprietors John and Gillian Wagner, along with Spartina LA founder, Stephen Kalt, are delighted to invite you to a delectable evening of food and wine! Saturday, December 1st, gather for an exquisite Cal-Italian curated menu, paired to the acclaimed wines from Peake Ranch Winery.  The evening begins at 6pm with a meet and greet

A one-hour long opera for the whole family, presented by Opera Santa Barbara at the Center Stage Theatre.  Tickets $28-35, children 8-18 free. Premiered in Barcelona in 1948, and rarely performed, this age-old children’s story tells of the wealth-seeking, match-making cat who, in return for a hat, a sword and a pair of boots, secures

Fruit-Tree Winter Pruning Practical Tips and Hands-On Experience Join Russ Baldocchi and Janet Rogers in the garden for an in-depth immersion in this essential part of the tree-care calendar, and get… ➢Practical tips on how winter pruning can encourage production and remove dead, damaged and diseased material. ➢Hands-on practical experience in teams led by experienced

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

Join us at De La Guerra Place for our Mistletoe Mall, a series of different holiday markets that highlights small businesses here in Santa Barbara! The Santa Barbara Artisan Market will be your one stop shop this holiday season for unique and locally crafted holiday gifts! Friday, December 1st: 10am-6pm Saturday, December 2nd: 10am-6pm Sunday,

It's one of our favorite times of the year. Come shop our handcrafted arts for the holidays, we have some great gift ideas. Come support our local artist Saturday, December 2nd from 10am to 4pm  at the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center.  We are located at 865 Linden Ave. Our featured artist is Debbie Beach

Fruit-Tree Winter Pruning Practical Tips and Hands-On Experience Join Russ Baldocchi and Janet Rogers in the garden for an in-depth immersion in this essential part of the tree-care calendar, and get… ➢Practical tips on how winter pruning can encourage production and remove dead, damaged and diseased material. ➢Hands-on practical experience in teams led by experienced

Channelkeeper Board Walks are occasional walks and talks around town to explore water from different perspectives. They are designed for the whole community to understand our place in nature, especially with respect to life-giving water. Each is led by a Channelkeeper board member, drawing upon their expertise as naturalists, hydrologists, nature film producers, native plant

A Book Signing and Celebration of the Art and Artist With Curator/Editor Tonia Shimin and Special Guests Charles Donelan and Josef Woodard, contributors to the book Date;   Dec. 2, 2023 Time:   2:00 - 4:00 pm Place: TECOLOTE Book Shop  1470 E Valley Rd #52, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 Refreshments will be served Website: symeonshimin.com "Contemporary Justice and The Child," 1936-1940

Kicking off our last First Saturday of the year in Santa Ynez Valley! From 4:00 – 7:00 PM, come on out and look forward to a fantastic evening of live music from the talented Kaitlyn Chui, and food by Zavala’s Catering. We will also have hat branding available as well, so come on out invite

Have no fear, the holiday cheer is here! Enjoy live holiday music every Saturday from 4-7pm at Center Court.

The Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast (GSCCC) welcomes all to experience an enchanting Winter Wonderland this Holiday Season at Camp Arnaz. Immerse yourself in the sights of thousands of twinkling lights and holiday music as Camp Arnaz is transformed into a fantastic festival featuring dazzling lights, holiday horses, Santa’s elves, and delightful treats. Guests