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Restaurant owner shocked to find outside dining parklet taken down after missing removal deadline
Nutbelly Pizzeria in Carpinteria has had its outside dining parklet taken down but the owner says she was not contacted. The city's policy and deadlines on the parklets were covered at a recent council meeting. The post Restaurant owner shocked to find outside dining parklet taken down after missing removal deadline appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Grand Padaro Lane Estate Sells for Just Under $50 Million
Off-market sale of stately 1992 house on two flat, oceanfront acres. It was suspected to be part of the recent swap between Ellen DeGeneres and Robert Friedland (who paid $46.9 million for the property in September 2023), but that does not appear to be the case. Listed: N/A. Closed: $49.599...
First Look at Jeff Shelton’s Revamp of the State Street Undercrossing
••• The eastern side of the State Street undercrossing is done. ••• Emily Joubert has opened at the Montecito Country Mart. It’s very pretty inside; I’ll go back and take some photos soon. ••• The low wall in the Highway 101 median near Padaro...
Stolen Cinematic Kisses for Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara has been a setting and location for many films over the decades, but only a few truly showcase our beloved region as a central atmospheric landscape and character of its own. Ivan Passer’s dark — and darkhorse — 1980 film Cutter’s Way (which inspired star Jeff Bridges to later move here), dealt with criminal connivances of the ultra-rich in a gritty but arty neo-noir fashion. Alexander Payne’s Sideways is a paean to the Santa Ynez Valley wine country, which actually nurtured the growth and mythos of said wine country.
‘Ice Cream Makes People Happy’
If there’s one sweet treat that’s perfect for a hot Santa Barbara day, it’s ice cream. With National Ice Cream Day just around the corner on July 21, Rori’s Artisanal Creamery is preparing for a day as sweet as their ice cream. Located in the Santa...
Two Rescued Harbor Seal Pups Returned to the Ocean Off Santa Barbara Coast
In a heartwarming event that coincided with Independence Day celebrations, two rehabilitated Pacific harbor seal pups were returned to their natural habitat by the Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute (CIMWI). The release symbolized a new beginning for the young seals, who had each overcome significant health challenges. Found severely...
Elevated and Chic Wedding Day at the Santa Barbara Club
The Santa Barbara Club never fails to dazzle us with its old-world charm and natural beauty. And, this wedding day at the venue in honor of Jennifer and Yung made it shine even more thanks to careful planning from Ann Johnson Events, florals from Alexis Ireland Florals, and rentals from Ventura Party Rentals.
Looking Back at the Origins of Old Spanish Days Fiesta
[Noozhawk’s note: One in a daily series leading up to Old Spanish Days Fiesta.]. As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of our community Fiesta, we wanted to take a moment to look back at the very first Old Spanish Days and how it came to be. The seeds of...
Two Young Local Actors Cast in ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’
Santa Barbara students Nicola Bailey and Grace Wilson are joining the cast of Ensemble Theatre Company’s summer production of “What the Constitution Means to Me.”. Directed by Matt Hawkins, the Tony-nominated and Pulitzer Prize-finalist play was written by Heidi Schreck and dives into the impact of the U.S. Constitution on our lives, and offers insight into Schreck’s teenage constitutional debate experiences.
Habitat Home Repair Program for Low-Income Homeowners
Habitat Santa Barbara’s Home Repair program provides free critical repairs, modifications, and maintenance for qualified low-income homeowners in Southern Santa Barbara County including Goleta. Repairs under this program address health, safety, and security issues as well as accessibility improvements and projects that support aging in place. We work in...
Dolphin Derby Draws Donations for Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise
Sunday’s Dolphin Derby Festival, organized by the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise, offered a day of lively entertainment and community spirit. Attendees watched dolphin races where miniature, multi-colored dolphins zipped down a 100-foot watercourse at Chase Palm Park. Participants adopted these dolphins by donating to the cause and...
New contemporary art exhibit opens at SB Museum of Art
The SB Museum of Art is opening a new contemporary art exhibit that will open later this month until March 2025. The post New contemporary art exhibit opens at SB Museum of Art appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Hospitality in the Hills: Come Meet Nature’s Lawnmower
A thick, dark grey blanket of smoke hangs over the Santa Barbara Mountains, contrasting with the eerie orange hue of the setting sun over Highway 154. Nestled in the San Marcos Foothills, I find peace in observing numerous sheep grazing on dry grass and local flora. Above Santa Barbara, a...
SB Museum of Natural History welcomes new CFO and director of education
The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History welcomed Brian Storr as its new CFO and Rosina Garcia as its new director of education. The post SB Museum of Natural History welcomes new CFO and director of education appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Santa Barbara Zoo and conservation center administering a new bird flu vaccine to condors
It’s a risk to all birds, but an outbreak of avian flu in California Condors killed 21 birds last year. "There has been enormous efforts to bring the condor back from the brink of extinction over the last 30 years, and a lot of condors were wiped out in a very short space of time because of this virus," explained Julie Barnes, Vice President of Animal Care and Health at the Santa Barbara Zoo. She’s been involved in administering the new vaccine to wild Condors.
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