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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...
Downtown Santa Barbara Salsa Dancing is Back for the Summer
Get ready for the return of Downtown Santa Barbara’s sizzling salsa dancing! Join us on the second Sunday of July, August, and September from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM in front of Cali-Forno Pizzeria at 905 State St. Event Dates:. Sunday, July 14 (passed) Sunday, August 11. Sunday, September...
Local band insulted in music complaints
Eileen Marcussen spoke at the last Carpinteria City Council meeting (July 9), speaking against loud live music at IBC and putting down one of my favorite local bands, The Youngsters. She disrespected longtime locals Ron Solórzano, a professor at Occidental College and father of a city councilperson Monica Solórzano; David Vidaurrazaga, retired administrator with Los Angeles Unified School District; Dave Mendoza, a local brewer; and Dave Durflinger, our treasured and recently retired Carpinteria city manager.
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.
Accessorize for Fiesta With Handmade Flower Hair Adornments
Explore Ecology invites community members to “elevate your Fiesta look with a touch of floral finesse” during a Paper Flower Hair Accessories Workshop, 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 26, at 302 E. Cota St., Santa Barbara. Participants will learn how to make crepe paper flowers that can be added...
Plot Your Course to Understanding the Field of Geologic Map Reading
Solvang Library invites local adventurers to explore the world of geologic map reading at a free workshop, Adventures in Geology: Map Reading and the Story of the Dibblee Maps, on Thursday, July 25. The program, featuring Santa Barbara-based geology experts Susie Bartz and Sabina Thomas, will be 7-8:30 p.m. at...
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...
Halos & Pitchforks • July 18, 2024
A reader sends a halo to for providing a beautiful space and top-quality teachers for yoga in Carpinteria. “I am so grateful to be able to practice here in town and not have to drive to SB! Thank you.”. A reader sends a halo to a neighbor who helped...
‘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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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