Show the beach some love! Join Explore Ecology for a cleanup on the 2nd Sunday of every month at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at beautiful Arroyo Burro Beach. Meet in front of the Watershed Resource Center (blue building) to sign in. You are welcome to bring your own clean up supplies or use ours.

Come join us for an architectural walking tour experiencing the historic art and architecture of downtown Santa Barbara as it was reborn after the 1925 earthquake. Hear the histories of the Arlington and Granada Theaters, stroll through La Arcada Court and discover hidden courtyards, fountains, murals and public art. The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara

On Sunday, April 14th from 11 am – 2pm, NatureTrack will be at the Gaviota State Beach to introduce those who use wheelchairs to the Freedom Trax devices at no cost!  Get up close to the waters’ edge, navigate the beach under your own control. This is a real game changer.   NatureTrack will have several

Indulge in the flavors of Latin American cuisine, coastal ingredients, and live jazz. Savor delicately crafted desserts as you while away your Sunday morning.

In an ongoing celebration of welcoming spring to the Sta. Rita Hills, we invite you to welcome Louesa Roebuck and Mark Churchill to Peake Ranch for “Punk Ikebana: Reimagining the Art of Floral Design.” Join us for seasonally inspired foraged floral installations, conversation and book signing, engaging dialogue with Louesa, and an unprecedented live pottery

In an ongoing celebration of welcoming spring to the Sta. Rita Hills, we invite you to welcome Louesa Roebuck and Mark Churchill to Peake Ranch for “Punk Ikebana: Reimagining the Art of Floral Design.” Join us for seasonally inspired foraged floral installations, conversation and book signing, engaging dialogue with Louesa, and an unprecedented live pottery

No painting experience? No worries, we're just here to have fun and throw some paint around! Danielle’s easy, step-by-step instruction and assistance will be available to all attendees throughout the program. In this sip & paint workshop, attendees will create a classic Casa del Herrero scene using wine as paint while tasting local wine varietals

We're thrilled to announce that auditions for a hilarious comedy musical are coming up in April. It's going to be a blast, and we can't wait to see what you bring to the stage. Auditions will be held downtown at Wylde Works on: Sunday, April 14th, 3:30PM-5:30PM Wednesday, April 17th, 6:30PM-8:30PM. Thanks for all you

ParentConnect is a weekly, drop-in, peer support group for parents and caregivers of a tween, teen, or young adult struggling with a mental health challenge. Registration is required. We will follow up and provide you with the information needed to participate.

The Walter H. Capps Center for the Study of Ethics, Religion, and Public Life will present a talk by Russel M. Jeung (SF State), "Anti-Asian Hate, Racial Trauma, and Posttraumatic Growth," on April 15, 2024, at 5:00pm in UCSB's McCune Conference Room (HSSB 6020). This event is free and open to the public. In this

"Non-Binary Life Experiences Across Multiple Generations" - Join us for a panel of non-binary individuals who will share about their journeys of becoming and understanding themselves.  There is always time for sharing and support.  This is a Zoom meeting and pre-registration is required. by emailing pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com.

Time & Location Apr 16, 2024, 1:00 PM PDT – Jun 25, 2024, 5:00 PM PDT Online via Zoom About The Event Have you ever wanted to learn how to heal your own body with herbal medicine?   Join  local herbalist & health educator Emily Sanders for an 11 week  LIVE online course on Herbs

Between Land and Sea: Saving Our Oceans to Save Ourselves
National Geographic photographer Cristina Mittermeier has dedicated her life to safeguarding the world’s oceans and inspiring millions to do the same. With a degree in biochemical engineering in marine sciences and training in fine art photography, she founded the International League of Conservation Photographers to drive conservation efforts through storytelling. She co-founded SeaLegacy, a nonprofit that works at the intersection of art, science and conservation to rewild the ocean for the benefit of biodiversity, humanity and climate stability. Born in Mexico, Mittermeier spends half the year living in Canada and the other half at sea aboard her research catamaran SeaLegacy I. Join Mittermeier as she shares images and stories from her travels and explores how inextricably linked we are to that most sacred element – water.

Date: Tuesday, April 16
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Campbell Hall, UCSB, Isla Vista, CA 93117
Link: https://artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/events-tickets/events/23-24/cristina-mittermeier/

QPR is a FREE 2 hour suicide prevention training for participants to be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide and question, persuade, and refer people at risk for suicide for help and learn about local community resources in Santa Barbara County. (2 year certification)

Join us for a special Mother’s Day weekend event at SBMA with food writer and chef Pascale Beale, who will share her love for art and how it inspired her 10 cookbooks and cooking career over the past 25 years. A special lunch and cooking demonstration from a few of her much-loved recipes will follow

Celebrate Earth Day with the City of Goleta on Saturday, April 20 for a special Beautify Goleta Earth Day Edition. Last year’s event was such a success that we are making this one bigger and better! The community cleanup is one hour longer (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) and will include for the first time

Blind Fitness is excited to announce Yoga in the Dark, a community class in partnership with Power of Your OM  Tuesday, March 26th. People with vision loss, as well as sighted people are invited to come together for a sensory experience of connection and expansion. Sighted students will be given a blindfold for class to

All are invited to the ‘Spring into Your Future’ Job Fair at Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) on Tuesday, April 16, from 2 to 5 p.m. The job fair is an opportunity for organizations to connect with talented and motivated SBCC students and community members (general public) who are eager to join the workforce. The

QPR is a FREE 2 hour suicide prevention training for participants to be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide and question, persuade, and refer people at risk for suicide for help and learn about local community resources in Santa Barbara County. (2 year certification)

Medora's Book Club is excited to announce that we will be hosting two special guests who have contributed to the legacy of the Casa. We are pleased to welcome Robert Sweeney, the author of "Casa Del Herrero: The Romance of Spanish Colonial," as well as ‘Steedman Silver.’ His book, "Casa Del Herrero: The Romance of

Join us for an unforgettable night of talent, laughter, and community at our Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-timer, all skills are welcome at this event. Take the stage and showcase your skills with a 5-minute set, and let your creativity and originality shine. You could be a singer, poet, musician, or

Experience a night under the spell of Herbie Hancock, jazz’s most versatile and influential keyboard player. As pianist for Miles Davis in the mid-1960s, Hancock helped pioneer a groundbreaking new sound in jazz. A trained engineer, he was among the first bop players to explore the potential of electric instruments and combine jazz with funk and rock. Hancock has garnered a Kennedy Center Honor, an Academy Award for his Round Midnight film score and 14 Grammys, including a prestigious Album of the Year for his 2007 tribute River: The Joni Letters. Stay tuned for a killer band lineup to back this jazz legend.

Date: Wednesday, April 17
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Granada Theatre, 1214 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Link: https://artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/events-tickets/events/23-24/herbie-hancock/

Ever wonder what a day here at Friendship Center looks like? Join us for a tour, a delicious lunch, and dancing with music courtesy of the talented Snapshot Band! We would love to show you our beautiful location and amazing members!   

Join us every Wednesday for a midweek treat with incredible live music by Brian Kinsella and Jimmy Rankin in the barrel room. Pair with a delicious glass of Carr Wine and Empanadas delivered by Buena Onda. Free Admission, 21+

Education series for parents/caregivers of youth, ages 5-12. Skills-building group to strengthen parent-child relationships and improve communication. Learn strategies to recognize your parenting strengths, how to manage stress, and how to handle parenting during conflict. FEB 7, 21, 28  – Virtual via Zoom **We ask that parents attend all sessions in a series.** TOPIC: DE-ESCALATION STRATEGIES FOR

Experience a night under the spell of Herbie Hancock, jazz’s most versatile and influential keyboard player. As pianist for Miles Davis in the mid-1960s, Hancock helped pioneer a groundbreaking new sound in jazz. A trained engineer, he was among the first bop players to explore the potential of electric instruments and combine jazz with funk

The quest to understand the quantum physics underlying all phenomena continues, and the origin and nature of gravity and spacetime itself is an exciting frontier. We must come to grips with their quantum description if we are to understand black holes, and the Big Bang that gave rise to the universe and ultimately to us.

On Thursday, April 18, Nomad Tango is launching its 4th season with another Noche de Tango at Buena Onda. We will host The Gorczynski Tango Quartet, an all-USA Tango band composed of four maestros. Each one of them merits performing at the great music halls of the world (and they have), but they have fallen

PEARL CHASE SOCIETY : The Kellam de Forest Speaker Series - Historic Preservation in Santa Barbara, Nicole Hernandez, City Architectural Historian Please RSVP by Phone (805) 961-3938 for RESERVATIONS Nicole Hernandez, Architectural Historian of Santa Barbara, speaks about the unique and diverse historic architecture of Santa Barbara and recent historic designations that will preserve and

Explore the Museum’s galleries and join Santa Barbara’s first Chicana Poet Laureate, Melinda Palacio, in our monthly writing session. Bring your writing essentials and immerse yourself in this enriching experience.

The Cinema at the Casa series pays tribute to Medora’s interest in current events as well as her father George’s interest in film. This series provides the opportunity for the Casa to become a center for creative and worldly discussions. APRIL 18, 2024 | 6:00-7:30 PM Every kid needs their parents. But for 11 year-old

Behind the Scenes of Herb Rally With Mason Hutchison 1hrs (online)   Date/Time:  Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 6-7pm PST (8-9PM CST)   FREE Online webinar Discover the World of Herbalism with Mason Hutchison: A Journey of Passion, Knowledge, and Community Engagement Dive into the fascinating world of herbalism with Mason Hutchison, a seasoned expert

Grab Your Boots and join us for Country Night at the Backstage.  Come Line Dancing to all the latest hits from country to hip hop Unleash your inner line dancer at the only Country Night in Santa Barbara. This ain't your grandma's barn dance – we're bringing the heartland vibes with a fresh, modern twist.

RuPaul The House of Hidden Meanings Thu, Apr 18 | 7:30 PM | Arlington Theatre   “When you become the image of your own imagination, it's the most powerful thing you could ever do.” – RuPaul If we’re all born naked and the rest is drag, this is RuPaul stripped bare. Pop culture icon and international

After the success of Alejandro González Iñárritu’s Birdman, which won four Academy Awards including Best Picture, drummer/composer Antonio Sánchez performed his dramatic Grammy Award-winning score live around the world. Sánchez’ original music was largely improvised, making each presentation unique. Celebrating the film’s 10th anniversary, he brings Birdman Live to the Arlington Theatre. One of the most sought-after drummers on the international jazz scene, Sánchez has recorded and performed with the likes of Pat Metheny, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker and Charlie Haden. His 2022 album SHIFT features Trent Reznor, Dave Matthews, Meshell Ndegeocello and more. (Birdman: Alejandro G. Iñárritu, 2014, R, 119 min.)
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Date: Friday, April 19
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Link: https://artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/events-tickets/events/23-24/antonio-sanchez-birdman-live/

Knights of Columbus Council 5300 will sponsor the fifth annual J. William McLafferty Memorial Golf Tournament, benefitting St. Raphael School, on Friday, April 19, at the Santa Barbara Golf Club, 3500 Mc Caw Avenue. Check in begins at 11 a.m. with a four-person shot-gun start scheduled for 1 p.m. Goodwin & Thyne is the title

Monthly Westmont Public Telescope Night Westmont Public Telescope Night. See cool stuff in the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the local amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Most months the large telescope at the observatory is also available for viewing, run by the Physics

Company concludes 30th anniversary season with California premiere  Opera Santa Barbara will present the California premiere of Hector Armienta’s swashbuckling adventure Zorro on April 19 and 21, 2024 at the Lobero Theatre.   Premiered in 2022 at Opera Southwest, Zorro is based on the adventures of Johnston McCully’s dashing masked vigilante who for over a century has captured the imagination of millions of people worldwide

Opera Santa Barbara presents the California premiere of Hector Armienta’s new opera based on the adventures of the beloved masked vigilante who defends the commoners and indigenous peoples of California against tyrannical officials. Full of humor, romance, sword fights, and lyrical melodies, Zorro is appropriate for all ages. Sung in Spanish and English, with English

Olga Shishkina will play marvelous music on the Gusli (a unique and beautiful Russian instrument) and piano, from classical to traditional to jazz, in a mini-concert on Friday, April 19 at 7:30 pm, at Wylde Works, 609 State Street, Santa Barbara, California, 93101. Olga is a virtuoso on these instruments, and has performed with symphony

The Academy Award winning Best Picture, Birdman, screened to a live soundtrack led by Grammy Award-winning drummer/composer Antonio Sánchez. Catch the performance on April 19th, 2024 at 8:00pm. Ticket & event information available at https://www.arlingtontheatresb.com/event-details/antonio-sanchez-birdman-live-10th-anniversary

Nature Center Fish Derby At Cachuma Lake  Fish are Biting! Perfect Weather Forecasted for the Fish Derby on April 20th and 21st, 2024.   Thousands in cash and merchandise prizes! Have fun while helping to support the Neal Taylor Nature Center The Neal Taylor Nature Center 27th Annual Fish Derby:   At Cachuma Lake  

Randall Goosby, violin
Zhu Wang, piano

A protégé of Itzhak Perlman, Randall Goosby debuted with the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2021 at the age of 25 and has since risen to the first rank of international violin soloists. Acclaimed for the sensitivity and intensity of his musicianship as well as his determination to make music more accessible, Goosby is passionate about highlighting the works and influence of underrepresented composers like William Grant Still and Florence Price.

This concert will leave you in awe, starting with Mozart’s Overture to Abduction from the Seraglio, K.384. Prepare to be blown away by David Krakauer’s stunning performance of Wlad Marhulets’ Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet, which combines traditional klezmer (traditional Jewish & East European) music with classical instrumentation to create a truly unique and captivating sound. As for Mahler’s emotional masterpiece Symphony No. 1 in D major, “Titan,” you will understand why this performance is subtitled Titans of Sound.

THE ARTISTS:
Nir Kabaretti, Conductor
David Krakauer, Clarinet

REPERTOIRE:
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Overture to Abduction from the Seraglio, K.384
Wlad Marhulets | Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet
Gustav Mahler | Symphony No. 1 in D major, “Titan”

MASSIVE Fabric Sale April 20 9 am - 2 pm St. Andrew’s Church 4575 Auhay Dr SB Coastal Quilters Guild of Santa Barbara & Goleta https://www.coastalquilters.org/ Quilting Cotton at $4/yard Fabric by the Pound Pattern and How-to Books Fat Quarters and Remnants Notions Well Below Retail

Plants on Offer every Saturday in April, 9am-12pm Your donations for plants will help sustain our community food forest, supplying fresh produce to the Food Bank Come and see for yourself all the plants on offer – old favorites, new favorites… A great selection of succulents including some lovely bowls, trees (avocado, apple, lemon-scented gum),

Attention Crafters and Quilters! *FABRIC POP-UP SALE EVENT!* The Assistance League of Santa Barbara Thrift Shop is having a "Fabric Pop-Up" sale. **$2.00 A YARD!!!** Yards and yards of fabric, notions and sewing machines. All sales benefit their 17 volunteer philanthropy projects that directly support our community. Dates: Saturday, April 20 & Monday, April 22,

Three Part Event: Community Cleanup, Bulky Item Drop Off and New Beach Cleanup Celebrate Earth Day with the City of Goleta on Saturday, April 20 for a special Beautify Goleta Earth Day Edition. Last year’s event was such a success that we are making this one bigger and better! The community cleanup is one hour

Please join the Blind Fitness Walk & Run on Saturday April 20th. This is an opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and spread awareness of the blind and low vision community. Your participation helps spread our mission! This event is open to all people who are blind or have low vision

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, and the importance of protecting our environment. Each is led by a Channelkeeper board member, drawing upon their expertise as naturalists, hydrologists,

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

Start your weekend off with a bang and learn American Sign Language to radio hits while dancing! Performers will get a chance to show off what they learn at local showcases throughout the year. Every Saturday at 10 AM.

UPDATE: The event date has been moved to April 20, 2024. Celebrate a Dog Day Afternoon with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and hot dog lunch at the new off-least dog area in Monte Vista Park Join City officials and C-DOG for the grand opening celebration of Carpinteria's first dedicated off-leash dog park. Enjoy a hot dog

A pop up epicurean event featuring the BEST of the Central Coast's artisanal vendors from micro bakeries, gluten free, vegan, chocolatier, farm to table,  chef inspired, mocktails, vintage vespa bar and coffee bar, the Knife Whisperer and more! Sip and savor while enjoying Live Music and taking in the sun and panoramic ocean views! 11

Craft beautiful Textile Collages using fabric scraps, felt, ribbon, trim, and picture frames. These unique creations are perfect for gift giving and home decor. Your ticket includes all materials for the project* and up to 2 hours of workshop time in the EE Makerspace located above the Art From Scrap Creative Reuse Store. Tickets are

For the past three years, after the conclusion of the lobster fishing season, Santa Barbara Channelkeeper has surveyed local beaches and partnered with the Commercial Fishermen of Santa Barbara to remove derelict traps from targeted shorelines. The organization recently identified an onshore lobster trap debris hotspot between Goleta Beach and More Mesa.   On April 20th,

Flying Goat Cellars will host a celebration of "Down to Earth" month throughout April and especially on April 20th from 1-4pm at the Tasting Room. “Down to Earth” is the annual CA Wine Institute campaign that "highlights California’s commitment to sustainable viticulture and winemaking through environmental stewardship, economic impact, social equity and community engagement." Flying Goat illustrates its

Join the Santa Barbara Public Library on the Go Van for a monthly family storytime! Enjoy stories that children of all ages can enjoy, along with engaging songs and activities. Improve your children's literacy skills and make reading fun at this open-air storytime, conveniently located in De La Guerra Place. Santa Barbara Public Library is

The Santa Barbara Music Club presents a program of exquisite classical music on Saturday, April 20 a 3:00 at First United Methodist Church, 305 E Anapamu St. featuring concert organist Lynnette McGee performing works by American, French and German composers of the 18-20th centuries. Admission is free. See SBMusicClub.org.

Enjoy FREE live music every Saturday at Paseo Nuevo! Come enjoy live music every Saturday at Paseo! Head over to our website to see the featured artist each week: https://www.paseonuevosb.com/events *Musicians will be set up at Center Court, on the patio next to the Captain Fatty's Beer Garden!

The Walter H. Capps Center for the Study of Ethics, Religion, and Public Life will co-present "Talk-Story with Maxine Hong Kingston," featuring the award-winning author of The Woman Warrior, on April 20, 2024, at 4:00pm in UCSB's Multicultural Center (MCC). This event is free and open to the public. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScg37ir6JiC1Ku5LYZMCswJtbRJMmsjvc65a7Z8As4ebTpZfg/viewform?usp=sf_link Maxine Hong Kingston’s

Santa Barbara Humane is inviting the Santa Maria community to attend their inaugural Wild West Frest on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Santa Maria Elks Lodge. The event will last from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Funds raised through the event will help make it possible for the Santa Maria campus to place pets into

Leslie Judy's 3D resin and mosaic art showcases the captivating contrast of the ocean's serene beauty and its darker, more intriguing depths. Her collection features everything from peaceful seascapes to skulls with octopus tendrils and butterflies entombed in acrylic, offering a glimpse into the untamed side of the marine world. With fine wines and appetizers

The Good Good Show is a monthly stand up comedy show featuring the hottest comics working today that you've seen or heard on Comedy Central, Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late Late Show with James Corden, HBO, BET, TruTV, Sirius XM and more. FEATURING: Joe Wong, Von Decarlo, Julie Weidmann, Paige Weldon and Stuart

YOU’VE FOUND Santa Barbara and Goleta's Best COMEDY Show. You’re one step away from experiencing live comedy like never before. Get up close and personal with comedians straight off of Netflix, Amazon Prime, NBC, and Comedy Central. Every show has a different lineup, and no two-drink minimums (they suck). Purchase tickets in advance to guarantee